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Library of Things Collection

Did you know the Barberton Public Library loans more than books, movies, magazines, and music? Our Library of Things Collection is now ready to be checked out!

The Library of Things is a collection of non-traditional materials including equipment, gadgets, tools, games, kits, electronics, and more — all available to check out for free with a library card. Need something for a one-time project or want to try before you buy? Explore the collection and discover your next new Thing to borrow!

The Tell-Tale Play - Largely Literary Theater

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Dates & times	Thu, 10/29/2015 - 6:30pm
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Largely Literary Theater Company will present The Tell-Tale Play -- featuring such Poe classics as "The Raven," "Annabel Lee," "The Cask of Amontillado," "The Bells," "Alone" and "The Masque of the Red Death."

Ryan Staffing

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Dates & times	Tue, 08/18/2015 - 1:30pm -Tue, 08/18/2015 - 3:30pm
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Contact Name: Tammy Turner
Contact Phone: 330-630-6400

Conrad Storad Author Visit - August 29

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Dates & times	Sat, 08/29/2015 - 2:00pm
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Join us for a visit from Barberton native Conrad Storad as he reads from his new book The Bat Book: Afraid of a Bat? What's Up with That? A book signing will follow this event. Author Conrad Storad

Little Boy Bat lives under the Congress Avenue Bridge in Austin, Texas. One day he overhears some human kids saying mean, nasty things about bats. “Bats are ugly. Bats are weird. Bats are SCARY!” Their words make him feel very sad. L.B has a long talk with his parents. L.B. decides to write and illustrate a book so that he can teach those human kids some facts and the truth about bats. The Bat Book is his creation. It includes important lessons for all of us. Most important, bats are NOT scary!

An Evening with Sports Writer Rick Noland

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Dates & times	Wed, 09/09/2015 - 6:30pm
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Rick Noland is the Cavs beat writer for the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram and the Medina County Gazette, and the author of "Over Time," a compilation of stories he's written in more than 30 years as a journa

Patron Appreciation Day - August 8, 11:00am-1:00pm

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Dates & times	Sat, 08/08/2015 - 11:00am -Sat, 08/08/2015 - 1:00pm
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text reads 'we love you too' over an image of a young boy in a suit sitting at a desk, laying his head on a stack of books, smiling.

We want to say "thank you" for using the library. Join us for live music featuring Ian Lane on acoustic guitar by the windows on the main floor, face painting for kids in the Children’s Department, and pizza provided by Papa John's. Meet some of our board members, and enjoy the day! Thank you for being our patrons!

Snydertown: The History of South Barberton

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Dates & times	Wed, 11/18/2015 - 1:30pm
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On February 12, 1918, the county commissioner heard a petition for the annexation of the Snydertown area into Barberton. Many residents understood annexation meant better sanitation, fire and police protection, water supply, sewage, streets, and school system for Snydertown; however, several residents objected to the annexation causing the final decision to be delayed until May 13, 1918. Come learn more about the history of Barberton's southern end.

Homeschooling 101 and Information Fair

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Dates & times	Thu, 08/13/2015 - 5:30pm
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Curious about homeschooling? Join us August 13 for a panel discussion and question and answer session with local homeschool parents. Afterwards visit representatives from a variety of local resources including the Barberton Public Library, Usborne Books, LEGO League, Stone Garden Farm and Summit Metroparks.

Panel Discussion: 5:30-7:00
Information Fair: 7:00-7:30

Baby Toddler Time

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Babies and toddlers (ages birth-2 years old) and their parents and/or caregivers can join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

Play and Learn

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The Play and Learn program provides an opportunity for children birth to 5 years old and their parents or caregivers to play with a variety of toys that promote pre-literacy and pre-reading skills. Little ones can learn while they play at the library on Monday evenings from 6:30-7:30 as well as Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 11:00-12:00.

Minion Mania

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Dates & times	Wed, 09/09/2015 - 4:00pm
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Minions, Minions and more Minions! School age children are invited to the library for some Minion Mania. Come learn which Minion is your Mini-Minion, learn to speak Minion, play Pass the Banana and more! Ages K-8th grades are welcome.