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STEAM EXPLORERS
Mondays, May 1, 8, 15, 22: 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Full STEAM ahead! For PreK-Grade 1 with an adult caregiver. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.643.9050.
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PRESCHOOL STORY TIME
Thursdays, May 4, 11, 18, 25: 10:30am - 11:00am
Watch as books come to life through stories, music, movement, and activities. For ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver.
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FREE COMIC BOOK DAY
Saturday, May 6: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Pick up a free comic book during regular hours courtesy of Rubber City Comics and Magic City Comics. You can also register to attend a "Creating Comics" workshop with artist Damion Kendrick.
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CREATING COMICS WITH ARTIST DAMION KENDRICK - GRADES 3-5
Saturday, May 6: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Do you love to draw comics? Join comic book artist Damion Kendrick as he shows you how to create your own comic book! For grades 3-5. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.643.9050.
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A TIME TO PLAY: STREAM LEARNING
Tuesday, May 9: 10:30am - 11:30am
Build the foundations for Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math learning for young children. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.643.9050.
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PAWS FOR READING
Saturday, May 13: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a morning of furry reading fun! Read a book to one of our therapy dogs at Main Library.
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MOVIES AT MAIN
Thursdays at 6:30pm and Sundays at 2pm
Relax and enjoy a movie in Main Library’s auditorium. Free parking with a library voucher is available in the High & Market deck on weekends and weekdays after 6 pm.
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OHIOMEANSJOBS ONSITE SERVICES
Thursdays, May 4, 11, 18, 25: 1:00pm - 7:00pm
OhioMeansJobs will be onsite at the Library to provide on-the-spot resume assistance and more.
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MUSIC@MAIN: JOE AUGUSTINE TRIO
Sunday, May 7: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Join us for another year of jazz with Steinway artist Joe Augustine and fellow musicians Jim Rupp and Dave Morgan. Enjoy songs from the Great American Songbook, original compositions, and more.
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JOB READINESS: APPLICANT TRACKING SYSTEMS
Wednesday, May 10: 11:30am - 12:30pm via Zoom
OhioMeansJobs will explain how Applicant Tracking systems work and what you can do to ensure your application will break through filters and be seen by employers.
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THINK & DRINK BOOK CLUB
Thursday, May 11: 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Join us for a book discussion over a drink at Akronym Brewing. This month's title is "The Milky Way" by Moiya McTier. The Library does not provide food and drink. Registration required.
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BASIC COMPUTER CLASS SERIES
May 15, 16, 17, 18: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Free hands-on computer classes. Learn how to use the mouse, keyboard, Windows 10, folders, the Internet, and more. Attend one class or the entire series. Registration required.
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STARTUP AKRON PITCH COMPETITION
Wednesday, May 17: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Main Library's first-ever pitch competition includes cash prizes and a networking reception.
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IN-PERSON GENEALOGY AND DNA WORKSHOP
Saturday, May 20: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ask questions and get answers about your family history and DNA genealogy research. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.643.9030.
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TRUE CRIME BOOK CLUB
Tuesday, May 23: 6:30pm - 7:30pm on Zoom
Interested in murder, mayhem, and mystery? Join us virtually on Zoom on the fourth Tuesday of each month to discuss true crime titles. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.643.9075.
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MICROSOFT WORD SERIES
May 22, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Free hands-on computer classes. Learn how to create and edit documents, format text, insert headers and footers, create PDFs, and more. Attend one class or the entire series. Registration required.
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WRITE & BITE
Thursday, May 4: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Stop by the Teen area to talk about writing and to plan projects with peers. We'll have literary snacks that pair perfectly with the writing experience. For grades 7 and up.
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FREE COMIC BOOK DAY
Saturday, May 6: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Pick up a free comic book during regular hours courtesy of Rubber City Comics and Magic City Comics. You can also register to attend a "Creating Comics" workshop with artist Damion Kendrick.
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TEEN ADVISORY BOARD
Monday, May 8: 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Make a difference in your community! Teens can earn volunteer hours for school by helping with Library projects. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.643.9067.
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WEBTOONS CLUB
Monday, May 15: 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Join us in the Teen area to discuss a webtoon and create fan art! Snacks provided. For grades 6 and up.
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LIT LOOT BOXES
Grades 4-12 are invited to register for our themed box service: Lit Loot! Each box will contain two themed books and an assortment of goodies.
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