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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!

Wordsmiths

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Dates & times	Wed, 11/18/2015 - 5:00pm -Wed, 11/18/2015 - 6:30pm
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Wordsmiths is our monthly writers group. We participate in writing prompts and critique participants' work.

Holiday with the Pops

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Dates & times	Thu, 12/03/2015 - 6:30pm
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Thursday, December 3 at 7:30 pm
Don't miss a wonderful evening with the Akron Pops Orchestra!
The event will be held at the Active Adult Center inside the YMCA (500 W. Hopocan Ave.)
Admission is free. Seating is first-come, first-served.

Health Fair

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Dates & times	Fri, 10/16/2015 - 11:00am -Fri, 10/16/2015 - 3:00pm
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The Library is hosting a free Mini-Health Fair and you are invited.

Ritzman's Pharmacy will be on hand to administer flu shots and take blood pressure readings.
The cost for the flu shots is $29.99. Bring your insurance cards with you (your shot may be free!)

A Visit with Claudia J. Taller, author of Ohio's Canal Country Wineries

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Dates & times	Tue, 10/20/2015 - 6:30pm
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Ohio’s Canal Country Wineries captures the spirit of those who lived off the land from Cleveland to New Philadelphia along the Cuyahoga River and down to the Muskingum River—the path that the Ohio-Erie Canal took when it was

Family Storytime

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Family Storytime is an interactive program for children and families which features stories, fingerplays and songs for youngsters ages birth to 5 years. They are engaging programs which share reading and stories in a casual setting that encourages children to enjoy reading for fun, while they also interact with others their own age. No sign up is required for these sessions.

Teen Advisory Board

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Hang out with your friends and help plan teen events. Open to students in grades 7-12.

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

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Dates & times	Fri, 09/25/2015 - 10:00am -Fri, 09/25/2015 - 5:30pm
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Friday, September 25 from 10:00am-5:30pm
Don't miss the Friends of the Library's special Fall Book Sale! On Friday enjoy a special 20% off for Friends members. Not a friend? No problem! Join at the door. The annual membership fee is $5 for individuals.

The Friends of the Barberton Public Library exists to help enrich the services and materials provided to the community by the library. Through Friends support, additional programs and services that cannot be included in the Library's tax-supported budget are made possible. The Friends of the Library has two main sources of funding: the generous support of members who pay yearly dues and the revenues generated by book sales. Thank you for your support.

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

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Dates & times	Sat, 09/26/2015 - 10:00am -Sat, 09/26/2015 - 4:30pm
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book sale Saturday, September 26 from 10:00am-4:30pm
Stop by during the Mum Fest! Kids books are only 25 cents! Paperback books are only 50 cents. Looking for a signed book by a local author? You might just find what you're looking for at an unbeatable price!

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

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Dates & times	Sun, 09/27/2015 - 1:00pm -Sun, 09/27/2015 - 3:30pm
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Sunday, September 27 from 1:00-3:30pm
Last day! Don't miss our bag sale! These bags are a great deal you wont want to miss! Buy a bag of children's books for $2.00. A bag of CDs or DVDs is only $3.00.