Rodman Library Buzz for week of Aug. 22
Featured program
Alliance Vinyl Club – 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.Alliance Vinyl Club meets every fourth Wednesday of the month, providing the opportunity to listen to music, talk and hang out. Those attending are encouraged to bring a record or two and will have the opportunity to spin a few selections. A turntable will be provided, but Rodman officials ask that they handle their personal records and assume any liability for normal wear and scratches. No registration is required. For more information, call the Main Library at 330-821-2665, ext. 216.
Ongoing programs
Knit Wits – 10 a.m. Monday. The circle for needle-workers of all types and skill levels meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at the Main Library. The group always seeks new members and donations of yarn. For more information, call 330-821-2665, ext. 107.
Teen Writing Club – 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. Teens who have an interest in writing are encouraged to join the Teen Writing Club that meets the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at the Main Library. Have fun meeting with your fellow teen writers to exchange ideas, hone your skills and share your work, if desired. No registration is required. For more information, call 330-821-2665, ext. 217.
Kids Crafting – 4 p.m. Thursday. Children ages 6 to 12 are invited to Rodman Public Library to make a button butterfly. All materials are free for monthly kids crafting programs sponsored by Friends of Rodman Public Library, but space is limited and registration is required at rodmanlibrary.evanced.info/signup. For more information, call the Children’s Department at 330-821-2665, ext. 223.
Teen Gaming – 3 p.m. Thursday. Ages 12-18 are invited to Rodman Public Library every other Thursday to play their favorite video games on the Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Playstation 3 & 4, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo WiiU. Games with ratings from “E” for Everyone, up to “T” for Teen level will be offered. No registration is required for these free gaming events. For more information, call the library at 330-821-2665, ext. 214. Video gaming is in partnership with Synergy Alliance.
Tech Time Thursday – 11 a.m. Thursdays. A librarian is on hand every Thursday at the Main Library to answer basic questions about your computer or electronic devices, such as cellphones, laptops and tablets. No registration required. For information, call the Main Library at 330-821-2665, ext. 216.
Book clubs
RPL Evening Book Club – 6 p.m. Monday. The RPL Evening Book Club meets at 6 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month in the Main Library. The August selection is “The Lacuna,” by Barbara Kingsolver. For more information, call 330-821-2665, ext. 107.
Books and Coffee – 6:30 p.m. Sept. 12 at The Branch. Led by Charlene Duro, the selected title will be “The Four Winds,” by Kristin Hannah. For more information, call 330-821-1313.
Teen Book Club – 4 p.m. Sept. 19. Teen Book Club meets the third Monday of each month in the conference room at the Main Library. Led by Jaime Gross, selected title for September is “One of Us is Lying,” by Karn M. McManus. For more information, call 330-821-2665, ext. 217.
True Crime Junkies – 6:30 p.m. Sept. 20. True Crime Junkies, a book discussion group led by reference librarian Ashley Mock, meets the third Tuesday of the month at the Main Library. The September selection is “H.H. Holmes: The True History of the White City Devil,” by Adam Selzer. Due to some subject matter, participants in the club must be at least 18 years old. Registration is required at rodmanlibrary.evanced.info/signup. For more information, call 330-821-2665, ext. 215.
Kids Book Club – 4:15 p.m. Sept. 21. RPL invites children ages 8-12 to join the Kids Book Club, which meets on the third Wednesday of each month. “Benjamin Pratt & The Keepers of the School: We The Children,” by Andrew Clements is the selected title for September. Led by Stacy Digianantonio, meetings include a brief discussion of the book, a fun activity and a snack. Registration is required for each session at rodmanlibrary.evanced.info/signup or by calling the Children’s Department at 330-821-2665, ext. 223.
This article originally appeared on The Alliance Review: Rodman Library Buzz for week of Aug. 22
