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Welcome to Youth Services!

Our staff is happy to help you and your family explore all the resources and materials we have at the library. Stop in and say hello the next time you visit.
(L to R): Brittany, Emma, Annie, Fran, Katie, Alison, Hayley

New Youth Materials

Hot off the presses! Here are some of the newest items hitting our Youth Services shelves.

  • New Books
    • 2-Minute Stories for 2 Year Olds
    • 123 Who Comes Next
    • Moo Baa Lalala
    • Invisible Things
    • We Dug up the World
    • City of Neighbors
    • Trashy Town
    • The Crayons Go Back to School
    • Smashy Town
    • Little Elephant
    • Little Lion
    • Little Bee
    • Together
    • Peaceful Me
    • Mommy Time
    • The Labors of Hercules Beal
    • Half Moon Summer
    • The Language of Seabirds
    • I Survived the Great Chicago Fire 1871
    • Picture Day
    • Babysitters Little Sister Karen's Haircut
Youth Events
Books and Babies
Mon, Sep 25, 10:30am - 10:50am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Bond with your baby through books.
Canceled
Drop-in Tutoring
Mon, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library
Join America Reads / America Counts tutors from Kent State University for help with reading and math.
Toddler Tuesday Storytime
Tue, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, and crafts designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind!
Drop-in Tutoring
Tue, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join America Reads / America Counts tutors from Kent State University for help with reading and math.
Book Scouts
Tue, Sep 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Join Book Scouts to read and learn about the world around you.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
If you’re ready for a story with Miss Annie, clap your hands!
Canceled
Drop-in Tutoring
Wed, Sep 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library
Join America Reads / America Counts tutors from Kent State University for help with reading and math.
Drop-in Tutoring
Thu, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join America Reads / America Counts tutors from Kent State University for help with reading and math.
Teen Trivia
Thu, Sep 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
From history to pop culture, join local teens for a trivia night! Snacks provided.
Cora's Playroom
Fri, Sep 29, 10:30am - 2:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
A drop-in style indoor playground for crawlers and toddlers.
Library Garden Club
Fri, Sep 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Grades K-2 are invited to join the Library Garden Club! No experience needed. We'll get our hands dirty planting seeds and creating... more
Grades K-2 are invited to join the Library Garden Club! No experience needed. We'll get our hands dirty planting seeds and creating garden crafts.
Books and Babies
Mon, Oct 02, 10:30am - 10:50am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Bond with your baby through books.
Drop-in Tutoring
Mon, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join America Reads / America Counts tutors from Kent State University for help with reading and math.
Toddler Tuesday Storytime
Tue, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join us for stories, songs, movement, and crafts designed with your 1 ½ to 3 year old toddler in mind!
Drop-in Tutoring
Tue, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join America Reads / America Counts tutors from Kent State University for help with reading and math.
Kids Craft Club
Tue, Oct 03, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Join us each month for a new craft to make and keep!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
If you’re ready for a story with Miss Annie, clap your hands!
Creative Writing Club
Wed, Oct 04, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Write on at Creative Writing Club! This program is a fun way for middle and high schoolers to tap into their creativity and flex their... more
Write on at Creative Writing Club! This program is a fun way for middle and high schoolers to tap into their creativity and flex their writing skills.
Drop-in Tutoring
Wed, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join America Reads / America Counts tutors from Kent State University for help with reading and math.
Drop-in Tutoring
Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Join America Reads / America Counts tutors from Kent State University for help with reading and math.
Art Studio
Thu, Oct 05, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Each week we will explore a different art and craft technique. Join us for just one project, or join them all! All materials provided.... more
Each week we will explore a different art and craft technique. Join us for just one project, or join them all! All materials provided. See our web calendar for each week's project. Limited to 12
Cora's Playroom
Fri, Oct 06, 10:30am - 2:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
A drop-in style indoor playground for crawlers and toddlers.
Library Garden Club
Fri, Oct 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Grades K-2 are invited to join the Library Garden Club! No experience needed. We'll get our hands dirty planting seeds and creating... more
Grades K-2 are invited to join the Library Garden Club! No experience needed. We'll get our hands dirty planting seeds and creating garden crafts.
Reading with Bing the Dog
Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Children's Room
Read aloud to Bing, our therapy dog friend! Sign up for a 15-minute time slot to secure your spot.
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library cards

You're never too young to have your own library card! Click and learn more about free library cards available to young people under 18.