Event List

Featured Events

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Comic Book Creation with Ted Sikora

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Medina Community Room A & B at Medina
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Medina Community Room A & B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the process of producing a comic book and how to develop a backstory for your own characters.

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Family Trivia Night: Disney

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Medina Community Room A & B at Medina
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Medina Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids & Families, Tweens
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you know your Disney movies? Come play a fun trivia game as a family and win prizes. 

 

*Please sign up all family members attending, including adults.

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Family Game Night

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room at Brunswick
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Enjoy quality time playing board games. Games and snacks provided.

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Dementia Friendly Community

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Medina Community Room A & B at Medina
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Medina Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help keep Medina County dementia friendly.  Learn the signs of dementia and tips for inclusive communication.

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Comic Book Creation for Teens with Ted Sikora

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is a Teen event intended for students in grades 6-12.

Learn the process of producing a comic book and how to develop a backstory for your own characters.

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Civil War Nurses

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

At the outbreak of the Civil War, nursing was a male profession, with many nurses being fellow soldiers.  Women were considered too delicate for the occupation.

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Medina County Local History Fair

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Medina Community Room A & B at Medina
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Medina Community Room A & B
Age Group: Kids & Families, Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Join us for the 11th Annual Medina County Local History Fair!

Medina County Historical and Genealogical societies showcase their collections and answer questions about the fascinating people, places, and events of Medina County. 

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Cozy Mystery Series with Amanda Flower

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Medina
Library Branch: Medina
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discuss Natural Barn Killer in a cozy fireside setting with Amanda Flower. Amanda is a bestselling and Agatha Award-winning author of over fifty mystery novels. She is a former librarian.

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Family History Series: Using Digital Libraries for Research

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Medina Community Room A at Medina
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Medina Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Digital libraries like Internet Archive, HathiTrust, and Google Books can provide a wealth of resources for family history research.

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Valentine's Day in Cleveland

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Lodi
Library Branch: Lodi
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Education, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hear love stories of Cleveland’s past while exploring the history of St. Valentine’s Day. Learn how the holiday and its advertisements have changed over the years, especially in local press. Presented by the Western Reserve Historical Society.

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Music and Movement 10:30

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
Music & Movies
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: Music & Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Music class includes instruments, singing, and dancing. Led by Music Izz Groovy. 

Music and Movement 11:30

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
Music & Movies
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: Music & Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Music class includes instruments, singing, and dancing. Led by Music Izz Groovy. 

Oldies But Goodies Storytime

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Medina
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you wish your kids knew the classic authors you may have read when you were young? Come read some beloved books from “back in the day” paired with rhymes and songs that never went out of style. 

Disclaimer(s)

Please No Outside Food or Drink

Caregivers Required

Caregivers please accompany children for the duration of this event.

Adapted Storytime

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room at Brunswick
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Storytime in a supportive environment for children with autism, sensory integration challenges, or adaptive needs.

T-Shirt Tote Bag

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Lodi
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lodi
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking to recycle your t-shirts? Bring them in to create your own custom tote bag Registration is required.

 

Drop in Pokémon Trading Hour

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at Highland
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Kids & Families, Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Highland
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids & Families, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Stop by the Highland Library and join others as they discuss and trade Pokémon cards! Open to children of all ages!

Shapes Week (all week)

All Day
Buckeye
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Library Branch: Buckeye
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

It's hip to be a square! Play and learn about shapes all week long.

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ESOL Classes

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Hickory Room at Brunswick
Program Type:
Adult Education
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Hickory Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Education
Event Details:

Develop English language skills. Call Project: LEARN at 330-723-1314 for locations, times, and to register.

AARP Tax Preparation

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:15am - 2:00pm
Medina
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Medina
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

AARP Tax-Aide provides free personal income tax assistance and form preparation to taxpayers in Medina County and surrounding areas.

Outback Ray

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
Animals & Nature
Age Group:
Kids & Families, Tweens
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Kids & Families, Tweens
Program Type: Animals & Nature
Event Details:

Learn with amazing animal friends.

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Shadow Puppetry & You!

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room at Medina
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Kids & Families, Tweens
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids & Families, Tweens
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

By hand or by paper, let's be shadow puppet makers! This event is intended for children ages 6 & up.

Disclaimer(s)

Please No Outside Food or Drink

Teen Writers Group

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sycamore Room North at Brunswick
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get inspired and be creative with other teen writers. 

 

Afternoon Movie

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
Music & Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Movies
Event Details:

Enjoy snacks and a movie hand selected by Brunswick's movie enthusiast.  Call the Reference desk at 330-273-4150 extension 3 for this month's title.

Freedom's Friends: Abolition & the Underground Railroad in Oberlin

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buckeye Community Room at Buckeye
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Buckeye
Room: Buckeye Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the individuals and events that shaped Oberlin as a station on the Underground Railroad. Presented by the Oberlin Heritage Center.

Otaku Tuesdays

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room (1907 Room) at Medina
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Music & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Conference Room (1907 Room)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors, Music & Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Otaku Tuesdays is our club for teens who are fans of anime and manga. Join us each month as we celebrate pop culture with crafts and other activities. Cosplay always welcome!

December we are on hiatus for MINI CON 17

Movie Discussion

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Highland
Program Type:
Music & Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Highland
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Movies
Event Details:

Watch on your own and join us for light refreshments and discussion. 

The next month's pick will be posted after each meeting.

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The Cleveland Years of Eliot Ness

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
General Interest, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest, History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about Eliot Ness’s efforts to fight crime and restore order in Cleveland during the 1930s. As Safety Director, Ness introduced major reforms and faced challenges ranging from organized crime to the notorious Torso Murders.

ESOL Classes

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Medina Conference Room 2B at Medina
Program Type:
Adult Education
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Medina Conference Room 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Education
Event Details:

If you'd like to improve your English language skills, these free classes are for you.  Call Project: LEARN at 330-723-1314 for more information or to register.

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ESOL Classes

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Hickory Room at Brunswick
Program Type:
Adult Education
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Hickory Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Education
Event Details:

Develop English language skills. Call Project: LEARN at 330-723-1314 for locations, times, and to register.

AARP Tax Preparation

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:15am - 2:00pm
Medina
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Medina
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

AARP Tax-Aide provides free personal income tax assistance and form preparation to taxpayers in Medina County and surrounding areas.

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Pearson VUE GED Testing

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Computer Lab at Medina
Program Type:
Adult Education
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Education
Event Details:

Learn more or schedule your test at mcdl.info/GED

What Will You Create?

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Buckeye Community Room at Buckeye
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Buckeye
Room: Buckeye Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Challenge your friends to a Lego building contest.

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Afternoon Drawing Club

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Medina
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A club for artists of all levels! Expand your skills and enjoy fun games.


*Afternoon Drawing Club will not meet 12/24 and 12/31 due to the Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve*

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Notice

Please note: Those with food allergies and intolerances are advised to use caution.

Level Up Your Chess Skills

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get a better understanding of chess basics or improve your game during this two-day event. With local chess expert Damon Rucker.