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Hower House is a Second Empire Italianate structure, built in 1871 by Akron Industrialist John Henry Hower and his wife,
Susan Youngker Hower.  The designer of this 28-room Victorian mansion was Jacob Snyder, a noted Akron architect, perhaps best known
for his part in developing the “Akron Plan,” a floor plan widely used in church constructions locally and across the United States

Discovery Storytime
Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:30 am, September 10 - December 10
Ages 2 – 5 years old
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes, followed by a simple craft and playtime with a variety of fun and educational toys.
 
Our programs are inclusive and welcoming to children of all abilities.  Families are encouraged to attend the program that best meets their child’s needs.
 
Check out our other programs for young children:
Wee Ones Storytime: Thursdays 10:30 - 11 am, September 12 – October 31

Wee Ones Storytime
Thursdays 10:30 - 11 am, September 12 – October 31
Ages birth- 2 years old

Join us for songs, rhymes and simple stories.

Play & Learn: Thursdays 11:00 am – noon, September 12 – October 31
Ages birth – 5 years old
Children’s Activity Room
Children and their caregivers are welcome to play with a variety of fun and educational toys.

Our programs are inclusive and welcoming to children of all abilities.  Families are encouraged to attend the program that best meets their child’s needs.

Check out our other programs for young children:
Discovery Storytime: Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:30 am, September 10 - December 10

Music & Movement: Mondays 10:30 - 11:00, October 7 - November 11
Ages birth – 5 years old
Children’s Activity Room
Join us for this energizing program, that will get kids up and moving, while helping them develop social, motor and listening skills.

Our programs are inclusive and welcoming to children of all abilities.  Families are encouraged to attend the program that best meets their child’s needs.

Check out our other programs for young children:

Craft to your heart's content! Join us to beat the heat and craft with others in the community. The August crafts are sand and shell art and origami butterflies. This drop in program is suitable for all ages and abilities.

Contact: Racheal Holley
Phone: 330-937-8334

Contact: Phil Changet
Phone: 330-936-1914
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Come for a special evening of songs and showmanship. The University of Akron a cappella show choir Rhythm & Roos will be at the Barberton Library to strut their stuff! If you liked the "Pitch Perfect" movies, you'll love this! This event is for everyone- bring the kids and the neighbors, too.

Contact: Jaime Iceman
Phone: 330-848-6710