Event List

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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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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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Garden To-Go

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Buckeye Community Room at Buckeye
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Home & Garden
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Buckeye
Room: Buckeye Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Home & Garden
Event Details:

Choose a plant to pot, take home, and care for.

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Flute, Fun and Fiesta

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
Music & Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Viva Mexico" with Cleveland born musician who resided and served long term as the principal flutist in Mexican symphony orchestras. Learn the history of Cinco de Mayo with music performed on the flute.

Hop, Hop, Hop! Storytime

Thursday, May 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:

Ribbit, Ribbit! Jump and hop along as we read stories about some of our favorite bouncy animal friends. 

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers Required

Caregivers please accompany children for the duration of this event.

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Camp Wired

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Medina
Program Type:
Adult Education, Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Education, Technology & Computers
Event Details:

 

Technology Classes with Sherri Meinke. Please call the Medina Reference Desk at 330-725-0588 for current topic.

 

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Book Discussion Group

Thursday, May 7, 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, May 7, 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.  

America 250 Concert

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Medina Community Room A & B at Medina
Program Type:
Music & Movies
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Medina Community Room A & B
Program Type: Music & Movies
Event Details:

Celebrate America’s 250th year with Geroge Foley: Music Born in America presented by ORMACO. 

 

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ESOL Classes

Monday, May 11, 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.

Morning Book Discussion

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join us as we discuss a new book each month! 

Mar. 9 – The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger  

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Digital Lab & Makerspace Demos: Makerspace Presses

Monday, May 11, 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 Makerspace's heat press, mug press, and hat press. Learn about the materials used with each of them and how to make appointments for your own projects.  

Beginners Sign Language

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
Adult Education, General Interest
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult Education, General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Presenter Jean Cormany will teach beginners sign language and Deaf culture. Attendance at all 5 classes is recommended but NOT required. Ages 10 and up welcome.  

Intermediate Sign Language

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
Adult Education, General Interest
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult Education, General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Presenter Jean Cormany will teach intermediate sign language and Deaf culture. Attendance at all 5 classes is recommended but NOT required. Ages 10 and up welcome.  

Knitting and Crochet Drop-in

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sycamore Room North at Brunswick
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring in your current project and exchange tips with fellow members. Group donates items to the Warm Up Medina County initiative.

Just Dance Party

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Medina Community Room B at Medina
Program Type:
General Interest, Music & Movies
Age Group:
Kids & Families
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Medina Community Room B
Age Group: Kids & Families
Program Type: General Interest, Music & Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dance along to fun dancing videos. Note: This program will feature flashing lights effects 

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers Required

Caregivers please accompany children for the duration of this event.

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ESOL Conversation Group

Tuesday, May 12, 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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Windows 11 Overview and Features

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
Adult Education
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to make the most of Windows 11

Gearheads - Exploring Electronics*

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Medina Conference Room 2A & 2B at Medina
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Technology & Computers
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Medina Conference Room 2A & 2B
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Technology & Computers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gearheads is our club for teens and tweens who like to make, create, and tinker. We try to provide the building materials and tools for your imagination. Please register for each session you wish to attend.

March - Cardboard Construction

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ESOL Classes

Wednesday, May 13, 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.

Trash-ket Ball

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 12:15pm - 1:30pm
Buckeye Community Room at Buckeye
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Buckeye
Room: Buckeye Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Be a trash-ket ball star by tossing mini-basketballs, snowballs, and more from behind the 3-point line.  Compete for delicious prizes.

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Genealogy Discussion Group

Wednesday, May 13, 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, May 13, 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.

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

Afternoon Drawing Club

Wednesday, May 13, 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.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Notice

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

Readers Club

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Room North at Brunswick
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hang out with other teen readers and share your favorite books and authors, get new recommendations, and enjoy book-themed activities, games, and crafts.