Things to Do This Weekend in Youngstown

Discover events, activities, and fun things happening this weekend in Youngstown. Family-friendly, outdoor, and free options.

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The Art Tatum Center And National Jazz Appreciation Month

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 9:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Main Library · 325 Michigan St, Toledo, OH 43604, Toledo, OH

Celebrate National Jazz Appreciation Month at Kent Branch with music and fun activities.

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Poetry Clinic

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Maple Heights Branch · 5225 Library Ln, Maple Heights, OH 44137, Maple Heights, OH

See other dates and locations for this program on our events calendar . Discover the power of poetry as art therapies that build emotional literacy and emotional care. Led by award winning poet Wallstreet Wes, these clinics build emotional literacy, spark creativity, and use language to foster...

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Teen Art Club

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Richmond Heights Branch · 5235 Wilson Mills Rd, Richmond Heights, OH 44143, Richmond Heights, OH · Ages 10–17

Come explore your creativity and learn about new art techniques. Art Club will be at the Richmond Heights Community Center: 27285 Highland Rd, Richmond Heights, OH 44143.

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Writer in Residence Office Hours

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 9:00 PM–12:15 AM UTC · South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch · 1876 S Green Rd, South Euclid, OH 44121, South Euclid, OH

Bring your questions about writing and publishing and meet one-on-one for 30 minutes with 2026 Writer in Residence Brad Ricca. For an appointment on Tu esday, April 21 (5:00 to 8:15 p.m.) , call the Writers' Center (216.382.4880) starting Saturday, March 21 . For an appointment on Tuesday, May 11...

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Nia Book Club

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Warrensville Heights Branch · 4415 Northfield Rd, Warrensville Heights, OH 44128, Warrensville Heights, OH

As the first Black woman to consistently write and publish in the field of science fiction, Octavia Butler was a trailblazer. With her deft pen, she created stories speculating the devolution of the American empire, using it as an apt metaphor for the best and worst of humanityour innovation and...

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Movers and Shakers Storytime

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Clifton Branch · 3400 Brookline Ave., Cincinnati, OH · Ages 1–4

You and your child will shake it together! Share stories, sing, dance and enjoy music, movement, and fun. Recommended for ages 1 – 4.

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Crafting Connections

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Ashland Public Library · 224 Claremont Ave, Ashland, OH

All ages are invited to come together to engage in crafting activities, share skills and experiences, and build relationships. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome to join. We will have supplies out to create a designated craft each week.

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Crochet Club

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 3:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Maple Heights Branch · 5225 Library Ln, Maple Heights, OH 44137, Maple Heights, OH

Bring your crochet projects and share tips, patterns, and conversation with other crochet enthusiasts! Don't know how? Don't worry, we'll teach you!

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Mystery Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Northside Branch · 4219 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati, OH

Join our discussion of new and interesting mystery titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up prior to meeting. Titles to be announced.

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KinderBridge Storytime

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Harrison Branch · 10398 New Haven Road, Harrison, OH · Ages 4–6

Get ready for Kindergarten with stories, songs, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 4-6 with a caregiver. No registration required.

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Loveland Branch Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Loveland Branch · 649 Loveland Madeira Rd., Loveland, OH

Please join us for a discussion of a variety of books throughout the year. Only register if you plan to attend via Zoom, in person attendance does not require registration.

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Hebrew Language Storytime

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 8:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Beachwood Branch · 25501 Shaker Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122, Beachwood, OH

Stories will be read by the Cleveland Shin Shinim, Israeli young adults doing a gap year of service in the Cleveland Jewish community. If you have questions about this program, please contact a librarian at the Beachwood Branch at 216-831-6868. Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to...

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Spring Craft Supply Swap

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 4:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Independence Branch · 6361 Selig Dr, Independence, OH 44131, Independence, OH

Participants may arrive at 11:30 AM to unload and display their materials. Please keep contributions to two boxes per person, and make sure items are clean and sorted with similar materials grouped together. Swap any unwanted arts and crafts supplies such as yarn, needles, fabric, beads, and more,..

Cookbook Club

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Lodi Branch Library · 635 Wooster St, Medina, OH

Join us each month to try a new recipe, share an old favorite, or use a familiar ingredient in a new way. Mar. 19 – Appetizers Apr. 16 – Tea Party May 21 – Copycat Recipes

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Afternoon Delights Book Club

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Hyde Park Branch · 2747 Erie Ave., Cincinnati, OH

Come on over and discuss the book of the month with friends both old and new. April's selection is Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata. No registration required.

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Movers & Shakers

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 3:00 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Miami Township Branch · 8 North Miami Avenue, Cleves, OH

Parents/caregivers will shake it together with their child in this fun storytime! Enjoy music and movement along with pre-literacy and social skills practice. No registration required.

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Drop-In Storytime

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Medina Library · 210 S Broadway St, Medina, OH

Join MCDL staff for books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays! All children and their caregivers are welcome. Please refrain from eating and drinking during the event for our friends with food allergies.

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Waterville Cookbook Club

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Main Library · 325 Michigan St, Toledo, OH 43604, Toledo, OH

Pick a dish from a selected cookbook and bring it to the Library to share! We will provide table service and drinks, you provide a serving utensil. Cookbooks available one month prior to each meeting.

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Silent Book Club

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 6:30 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Anderson Branch · 7450 State Rd., Cincinnati, OH

Join us on the 3rd Monday of each month in the Quiet Room at Anderson branch library for a peaceful afternoon of silent reading, followed by time to chat with your fellow readers. No pressure, no discussion questions. Just bring your book of choice. All genres and book formats are welcome!...

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The Fine Art of Job Correspondence

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Blue Ash Branch · 4911 Cooper Rd., Cincinnati, OH

Learn how to compose and write effective job-hunting emails, cover letters, and PAIN letters to get yourself noticed in your job search. Instructor: Karen Cornelissen, KC Writing & Editing Solutions

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Mushrooms Are More Important Than You Think

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Parma-Powers Branch · 6996 Powers Blvd, Parma, OH 44129, Parma, OH

The president of the Ohio Mushroom Society will share some of the ecological functions of fungi, while describing just some of the mushroom diversity found in Ohio. Identification tips will be included in this illustrated talk. This program is offered in conjunction with the Spring 2026 Show on the.

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Pajama Time Family Storytime

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 10:45 PM–11:15 PM UTC · Brook Park Branch · 6155 Engle Rd, Brook Park, OH 44142, Brook Park, OH · Ages Up to 5

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. We also include activities to help your child develop skills to be ready for preschool and kindergarten! No registration required. This program is held in-person at the Brook Park Branch.

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Craftivity

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 3:00 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Pleasant Ridge Branch · 6233 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, OH

Join us after our Family Storytime every Tuesday as we make crafts or participate in fun, imaginative activities while promoting social emotional learning. Recommended for ages 18 months to 5 years, but all ages and abilities are welcome. No registration required!

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Next Chapter Book Club

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Parma-Snow Branch · 2121 Snow Rd, Parma, OH 44134, Parma, OH

Come join us for an ALL-ABILITIES book club! UNLIKE typical discussions, all reading levels/abilities are welcome, including non-verbal friends. LIKE a typical book discussion, we will talk about the book, get off topic, and eat snacks! We read books like I, Survived, Who Was?, poetry, magazine...

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A Work in Progress

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Groesbeck Branch · 2994 Galbraith Rd., Cincinnati, OH

Socialize with fellow crafters in a relaxing environment. Bring your current project to work on – knit, crochet, cross stitch, embroidery, sketching, coloring, or whatever you like to do! All skill levels welcome. This event repeats on the 3rd Saturday each month.

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Baby Storytime

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 2:30 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Medina Library · 210 S Broadway St, Medina, OH

Join MCDL staff for books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays! All children and their caregivers are welcome. Please register with your child's name.Please refrain from eating and drinking during the event for our friends with food allergies.

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Toddler & Preschool Storytime

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 2:00 PM–2:45 PM UTC · Orange Branch · 31975 Chagrin Blvd, Pepper Pike, OH 44124, Pepper Pike, OH · Ages Up to 5

Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture the program’s effectiveness. More information can be found here .

Nonfiction Book Club

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Medina Library · 210 S Broadway St, Medina, OH

The April Selection is The Aviator and the Showman: Ameila Earhart, George Putnam, and the Marriage that Made and American Icon by Laurie Gwen Shapiro. A New Yorker Best Book of 2025 * An NPR Book We Love 2025 * A History Best Book of 2025 * A Smithsonian Magazine Best History Book of 2025 * A New..

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Parent Pause

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Monfort Heights Branch · 3825 West Fork Rd., Cincinnati, OH

Twice a month, we will have our Parent Pause Program! Grown ups will get to unwind upstairs with games, coloring pages, or even just some well deserved quiet time. Kids will get to have fun downstairs with games, coloring, and a storytime station. We hope that families will enjoy this time to...

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Artful Impact

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Richmond Heights Branch · 5235 Wilson Mills Rd, Richmond Heights, OH 44143, Richmond Heights, OH

This program will lead scholars through hands on experiences in using art to make an impact on themselves and others. Lead by Art Therapy Studios. Registration Requested Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture program’s effectiveness. Learn more .

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Connecting Threads

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 9:30 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Warrensville Heights Branch · 4415 Northfield Rd, Warrensville Heights, OH 44128, Warrensville Heights, OH

Learn how to mend and repair clothes, and even finish your sewing project from home in these sewing studio classes for adults

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Tween Graphic Novel Book Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Beachwood Branch · 25501 Shaker Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122, Beachwood, OH · Ages 10–17

3/31 - Winging It by Megan Wagner Lloyd; 4/21 - The Pale Queen by Ethan M. Aldridge; 5/19 - Absolutely Everything by Damian Alexander