Event List

Featured Events

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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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Will our Math...Math?

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Kids & Families, Tweens
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Practice math skills and listen to a story.

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

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buckeye Community Room at Buckeye
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.

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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
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.

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Level Up Your Chess Skills

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
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.   

 

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Book Discussion Group

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Third Floor Conference Room (Medina Room) at Medina
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Third Floor Conference Room (Medina Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

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Pride Time

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Hickory Room at Brunswick
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Hickory Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

LGBTQIA+ teens and allies talk about movies, literature, and more. Play games and make Pride-themed crafts in a supportive environment.  

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Drop-In Storytime

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Medina
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop-in for a 30 minute program of books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays. All children and their caregivers are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Please No Outside Food or Drink

Caregivers Required

Caregivers please accompany children for the duration of this event.

The World Around Me: Brazil

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Medina Community Room B at Medina
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids & Families, Tweens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Medina Community Room B
Age Group: Kids & Families, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience the culture of Brazil with games, music, and crafts - all without booking a flight!

Disclaimer(s)

Please No Outside Food or Drink

Caregivers Required

Caregivers please accompany children for the duration of this event.

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Family History Series: Exploring ChatGPT’s Potential

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Medina Community Room A at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Medina Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover how the powerful tool known as ChatGPT can be effectively utilized for genealogical purposes. Presented by Mary Milne Jamba. Optional viewing on Zoom. Sponsored by the Medina County Genealogical Society.  

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Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
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Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
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ESOL Classes

Monday, April 6, 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, April 6, 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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Drop-in Family Storytime

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Buckeye Community Room at Buckeye
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Library Branch: Buckeye
Room: Buckeye Community Room
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us for a 30 minute program of books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays. All children and their caregivers are welcome.

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Family Storytime

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Medina
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join MCDL staff for books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays! All children and their caregivers are welcome.  

  • Please register with the child's name and age.
  • Please choose one weekday timeslot for the 7-week session

Disclaimer(s)

Please No Outside Food or Drink

Caregivers Required

Caregivers please accompany children for the duration of this event.

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Preschool Storytime

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Storytime Room at Medina
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children ages 4 & 5 are invited for a program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books to gear them up for Kindergarten. 

Disclaimer(s)

Please No Outside Food or Drink

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Memory Café

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Buckeye Community Room at Buckeye
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Buckeye
Room: Buckeye Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come for light snacks, fun activities, socialization and resources for those living with memory loss along with their care partners. 

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Digital Lab & Makerspace Demos: Makerspace Printing Options

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Makerspace at Medina
Program Type:
Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology & Computers
Registration Required
Event Details:

View a demonstration of the three options for printing in the makerspace. Learn how to submit requests for the banner printer, sublimation printer, and 3D printer. 

Anglophiles United

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Games, trivia, and conversation for expats and lovers of British culture.

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Family Storytime

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Medina
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join MCDL staff for books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays! All children and their caregivers are welcome.  

  • Please register with the child's name and age.
  • Please choose one weekday timeslot for the 7-week session

Disclaimer(s)

Please No Outside Food or Drink

Caregivers Required

Caregivers please accompany children for the duration of this event.

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ESOL Conversation Group

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hickory Room at Brunswick
Program Type:
Adult Education
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Hickory Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Culture, customs, vocabulary and more followed by discussion. Zoom option available. 

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Homeschool STREAM Day: Papermaking

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Buckeye Community Room at Buckeye
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Homeschool, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Buckeye
Room: Buckeye Community Room
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Homeschool, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make your own handmade sheet of paper from recycled and plant materials.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers Required

Caregivers please accompany children for the duration of this event.

Teen Tuesday

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Enjoy games, crafts, food and more.  

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ESOL Classes

Wednesday, April 8, 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, April 8, 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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Drop-in Family Storytime

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Buckeye Community Room at Buckeye
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Library Branch: Buckeye
Room: Buckeye Community Room
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us for a 30 minute program of books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays. All children and their caregivers are welcome.

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Genealogy Discussion Group

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Medina Conference Room 2A & 2B at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Medina Conference Room 2A & 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. 

All are welcome! No registration required.  

Afternoon Tea Club

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
Food & Cooking, General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking, General Interest
Event Details:

BYO teacup to explore the world of tea and taste test.
 

Apr. 8 – Puerh Tea

May 13 - Share stories, recipes, and ask questions of our certified Tea Master

Red Flag, Green Flag

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Buckeye Community Room at Buckeye
Program Type:
General Interest, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Buckeye
Room: Buckeye Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General Interest, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Play games to learn about creating healthy relationships and boundaries with Hope & Healing Resource Center.