A diamond showing items from the library of things, including pliers, a guitar and more.
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!

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Virtual: Chair Yoga Lunch Break

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Chair YogaWorking from home? Busy with errands? Take a lunch break with Colleen for some Chair Yoga. This 45 minute class is fit for beginners and beyond and will have you feeling great for the rest of your day! Streamed on Facebook Live on the Barberton Public Library page - no account necessary. 

Putting Gardens "To Bed."

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Tom Dayton, of Dayton Nurseries in Norton, Ohio will give a Facebook Live presentation on getting our gardens ready for the upcoming fall and winter.  Learn expert techniques and tricks on prepping gardens for the long winter ahead.

Storytime via Zoom

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Hop on Zoom and join Ms. Alison and Ms. Monica for weekly storytimes full of fun stories and songs! Visit our website afterwards to find related at-home activities, or stop by the library to pick up a Take & Make craft bag. Please contact the Children's Department for Zoom Login Information.

Music and Movement via Zoom

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Join Ms. Abby on Zoom for this energizing program that helps get kids up and moving while also helping them develop motor and listening skills. Beginning October 26, Music & Movement Activity Bags will be available at the library. The bags feature fun items like scarves, shaky eggs, and ribbon wands that children can use during the program. Parents can also create their own manipulatives to use. Please contact the Children's Department for Zoom Login information.

Adventure Storytimes

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Ever wonder what librarians do on the weekends? They record storytimes, of course! Check out our YouTube channel on the weekends to find unique prerecorded storytimes from exciting locations! 

https://www.youtube.com/user/BarbertonLibrary

Dog Man Trivia

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Dog Man TriviaCalling all Supa Buddies! Help us kick off the release of Dav Pilkey's new book, Dog Man: Grime and Punishment, with Dog Man Trivia! Dog Man Trivia will be held live via Zoom.

Use the info below to join us for Live Dog Man Trivia! 

Virtual: Voting FAQ's

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Voting FAQsRegistration, absentee ballots, address changes and more. Presented on Facebook as a video with Librarian Dia.

Virtual program: Japanese History & Anime

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AnimeAnime is a good source to broaden your knowledge of Japanese history. Many historical anime series cover the events during the Medieval and Edo period of Japan that encompass feudal hierarchy, samurai legends, and many political and socio-economical aspects. Presented by Lisa Lackney, PhD, History, on Facebook Live.