Homeschool Bookclub 

Tuesdays, September 3 – December 3 at 10:30 a.m.  

Geared towards children 7-11 years old. 

Children’s Activity Room 

Homeschool children between the ages of 7-11 are welcome to join us for this Tuesday morning Book Club.  Please contact the Children's Department with any questions, or to find out what book we are currently reading. (330)745-1194, ext. 1423 or 1424 

We will read together during our weekly meetings, as well as discuss what we read, and do some fun activities.  Children don't need to read the entire book ahead of time, but there may be some independent reading between meetings.  Books will be in the 3rd - 5th grade reading level, and copies of the current book will be available at the Children's Desk. 

Millie by McCall Hoyle (Sept. 3 - Oct. 15) 

Trouble at the Tangerine by Gillian McDunn (Oct. 22 - Dec. 3) 

The Teen Department offers a book club for ages 12 - 18, during the same time slot, two Tuesdays a month.  Check out Teen Events or contact the Library for more information.    

Please contact the Children's Department with any questions. (330)745-1194, ext. 1423 or 1424 

 
Junior Storytellers 

Thursdays, September 12, October 10, November 14 & December 12 

4:30 – 5:00 p.m. 

Grades K – 2 

Children’s Activity Room 

It’s your turn to tell a story! Children in grades K - 2 can join us as we explore storytelling and creative writing. This program is not designed to teach writing, rather it is designed to be a comfortable place for children to practice writing and celebrate their creativity. All ranges of writing ability are welcome. 

Storytellers 

Thursdays, September 12, October 10, November 14 & December 12 

5:00 – 5:30 p.m. 

Grades 3 – 6 

Children’s Activity Room 

Do you have a story to tell? Children in grades 3 - 6 can join us for a monthly young writer’s workshop! Learn about the writing process and share your writing with one another! 

Got Game 

Tuesday, October 22 

4:30 – 6:00 p.m. 

Kids & Teens 

Spillette Meeting Room 

Got Game! is a quarterly program that provides kids & teens with a fun and relaxed environment in which to interact and build positive relationships with Barberton police officers.  The Library provides a variety of games and refreshments, while allowing kids and officers time to relax and challenge each other to a game of Giant Connect-4, start up a big game of UNO, or sit down to a game of checkers.  Kids & teens are also able to select a book, that is theirs to keep. ( 

Halloween Costume Party 

Wednesday, October 30 

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. 

Grades K – 5 

Spilllette Meeting Room 

Throw on your Halloween costume and join us for a spooktacular time!  We'll have games, art projects, a snack, and a costume contest! 

Please register through the library’s calendar to ensure we have enough supplies for all participants. 

Kid’s Car Show 

Wednesday, November 20 

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. 

Grades K – 5 

Spilllette Meeting Room 

Pick out your best toy vehicle and bring it to the Library to share with others! We'll make balloon cars, play games, do art projects, and vote for our favorite vehicle! 

Please register through the library’s calendar to ensure we have enough supplies for all participants. 

Holiday Pajama Family Storytime 

Thursday, December 19 

6:00 – 7:00 p.m. 

Families 

Spillette Meeting Room 

Throw on your favorite jammies and cozy up for a holiday storytime the whole family will enjoy.  We will read books, play games, create an art project, and make snacks. 

Please register through the library’s calendar to ensure we have enough supplies for all participants.