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Winter Reading Challenge 2025

There's snow better time for reading than winter! Join our Winter Reading Challenge, running from January 1 - February 28.

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Barberton Memories - 1970s

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Dates & times	Wed, 01/17/2018 - 1:30pm
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The 1970s were a turbulent time for Barberton; industrial strikes and closings, urban renewal, and blizzards led the news throughout the decade. Positives included a new fire station and two new bridges. Reminisce with us on January 17, when Barberton Memories – 1970s will be presented.

Barberton Industry

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Dates & times	Wed, 02/21/2018 - 1:30pm
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Industry has been a part of Barberton since its founding. How many industrial companies do you remember? Join us on February 21 as we discuss Barberton Industry.

Ohio's Native Peoples

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Dates & times	Wed, 03/21/2018 - 2:30pm
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Native peoples have been living on the land that became Ohio since approximately 13,000 BC. How did they live and how did they adapt as time passed? Come learn more about Ohio’s Native Peoples on March 21.

Fighting Crime in the Magic City

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Dates & times	Wed, 04/18/2018 - 2:30pm
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During the prohibition years, which lasted from 1920 to 1933, the Barberton police were busy rounding up those intent on making money by providing illegal liquor and gambling facilities. On April 18, the Local History Room will present Fighting Crime in the Magic City. Come hear the history of the police department in Barberton.

Barberton Parks

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Dates & times	Wed, 05/16/2018 - 2:30pm
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Barberton’s parks have been fun and relaxing places for the community to gather for years. Can you name all of the parks? Join us to discuss Tuscora, Edgewood, and more on May 16.

Ethnic Barberton

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Dates & times	Thu, 06/21/2018 - 6:00pm
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Throughout American history, immigrants have come to the United States to flee harsh living conditions or impending war in their home country. They came here looking for work and freedom. From its founding, Barberton was known to have jobs for immigrants. Come learn more about the immigrants who came to Barberton to work and live.

Barberton Weather

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Dates & times	Thu, 07/19/2018 - 6:00pm
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The weather in Northeast Ohio can be fickle and unpredictable. There have been many instances where the weather was volatile causing great damage to property and services. Join us as the area’s worst weather events will be discussed.

Barberton Landmarks

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Dates & times	Thu, 08/16/2018 - 6:00pm
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There are many landmarks in Barberton that residents always refer to when describing the City to a newcomer. Among these landmarks are the Erie Depot, the Barber Mansion, and Lake Anna. On this day, the most popular of Barberton’s Landmarks will be discussed.

Barberton: Between the Wars, 1920s-1930s

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Dates & times	Wed, 09/19/2018 - 10:30am
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The decades between the first and second world wars had many ups and downs. We will be looking at how Barberton thrived, failed, and grew during this time.