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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!

Tie Dye Mania

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Dates & times	Thu, 07/11/2019 - 1:00pm -Thu, 07/11/2019 - 2:30pm
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Test out your design skills with our Tie Dye kit. (BYOC) Bring your own clothing: shirts, socks, headbands, beach towel, etc. and we’ll supply the dye.
Clothing must be cotton or cotton blend, preferably white or light colored. Snack provided.

Space Technology with Mad Science of Northeast Ohio

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Dates & times	Thu, 07/18/2019 - 1:00pm -Thu, 07/18/2019 - 2:30pm
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In this Mad Science Space Technology workshop, we will start with an exploration of space-related technologies used on Earth.
Learn and examine the potential threats to spacecraft and see the technological advances that improve our exploration of the universe.
Snack will be provided.

Winter in July

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Dates & times	Thu, 07/25/2019 - 1:00pm -Thu, 07/25/2019 - 2:30pm
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Come and celebrate some winter holiday fun this summer. Enjoy a hot chocolate bar and snacks, New Year’s photo booth, and make some winter-themed crafts.

Tween Makerspace

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Dates & times	Thu, 08/01/2019 - 1:00pm -Thu, 08/01/2019 - 2:30pm
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Come design, experiment, build and invent. Play around with a variety of activities from button making, to coding and building circuits, to art projects and crafting. Snack will be provided.

A Universe of Fun: Snack Attack

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Dates & times	Wed, 06/19/2019 - 1:00pm -Wed, 06/19/2019 - 2:00pm
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Enjoy some nutritious snacks and foodie fun. Learn to make four easy recipes to help keep you going all summer long.

Patrons with food allergies or sensitivities need to be aware of their limitations. Barberton Public Library does not assume liability for adverse reactions to food consumed, or items one may come in contact with during snack creation. We will try our best to limit reactive foods.

For children ages 5-9

A Universe of Fun: Retro Recess

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Dates & times	Wed, 07/03/2019 - 1:00pm -Wed, 07/03/2019 - 2:00pm
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It’s time to come out and play! Test your playground skills and join us for some old-school fun. From Simon Says to Tic-Tac-Toe, Retro Recess has something for everyone.

For children ages 5-9

NAACP Barberton Chapter

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Dates & times	Sat, 04/27/2019 - 1:30pm -Sat, 04/27/2019 - 2:30pm
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Contact: Miss Ophelia

Raven's Family Meeting

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Dates & times	Sun, 04/28/2019 - 1:00pm -Sun, 04/28/2019 - 2:00pm
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Contact: Shadrick Napier
Phone: 216-347-1042

Summer Reading Club Performer Series: Jeff Nicholas - To the Tooniverse

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Dates & times	Mon, 06/10/2019 - 1:00pm
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Join us for entertaining stories, humorous poems and out of this world "draw-along" characters. Pencils and paper will be provided, as children will be encouraged to follow along with Jeff Nicholas as he guides them through drawing characters from his stories!

Summer Reading Club Performer Series: Lindsay Bonilla - A Universe of Stories

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Dates & times	Mon, 06/17/2019 - 1:00pm
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3-2-1 BLAST OFF! Together we’ll explore a Universe of Stories, featuring tales of the moon and stars from around the world. As always, there will be lots of opportunities for audience participation — from making sound effects to creative movement to using fun props and costumes in the telling of the story. This program is sure to be out of this world!