SOMETHING SPECIAL IN APRIL
Visit Your Local Library April 6-12
 
What draws people to the library?
 
Everything!
 
From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming, libraries are essential to thriving communities.  
 
National Library Week, April 6–12, 2025, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. 
 
At Rodman Public Library, we invite the community to join the celebration. Whether you’re a longtime patron or haven’t visited in a while, now is the perfect time to explore all the library has to offer, ensuring that everyone has access to resources that educate, inspire, and connect. 
 
During National Library Week, visiting any circulation desk could earn patrons a special treat. Cardholders who borrow any materials during that week will have the opportunity to enter into a special drawing to win a gift card from a local business.
 
CALLING ALL TEEN READERS
 
Teen Book Club Forming In April
 
The Teen Book Club is making a return to Rodman Public Library in April.
 
Jaime Gross will facilitate the club, intended for readers ages 12 to 18. The club will meet at 4 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month.
 
Teens are not obligated to attend each meeting. Young readers are free to pick and choose which books they read. However, registration is required to attend each session at rodmanlibrary.com.
The selections for the first three months include:
  • April 15 — The Bletchley Riddle by Ruda Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
  • May 20 — The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass
  • June 17 — The Great Texas Dragon Race by Kacy Ritter
For descriptions of books, visit rodmanlibrary.com/Rodman-Book-Clubs.
 
For more information, call 330-821-2665, ext. 217.
 
APRIL 15
MAY 20
JUNE 17
SOMETHING ELSE YOU MIGHT BE INTERESTED IN
MORE FUN AND GAMES
Tabletop Gaming
 
Feeling bored?
 
Try playing some new board games at Rodman Public Library’s Tabletop Gaming.
 
The popular all-ages program returns to the Main Library at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1.
Each month, a new game will be featured so that patrons can learn a new game. Of course, other games available in the library’s collection will also be available and visitors are always welcome to bring their own games.
 
The free monthly event will normally be held on the first Tuesday of each month.
 
The aim of the family program is to give area residents an opportunity to gather with others to play their favorite card and board games and make new friends.
 
Light snacks will be offered and no registration is required to attend the monthly program.
 
Although the program is open to players of all ages, children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
Chess Club 
 
The popular Rodman Chess Club will be held inside the Rodman Auditorium on from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on April 16. Although it is called a club, the program has no formal membership and is open to all interested in the ancient game of strategy. Players of all ages and levels are welcome to come and go throughout the evening. Several boards are set up in the auditorium and players mingle to find opponents. Chess Club is held on the third Wednesday of each month.
 
Teen Gaming
 
Area teens, ages 12-18, are invited
to Rodman Public Library to play
their favorite video games
every other Thursday.
 
 In April, a session is planned
from 3 to 5 p.m. on April 17 
in the Main Auditorium.
 
NOTE: The session that would have been scheduled for April 3 will feature a
Minecraft-themed Obstacle Course
in its place.
 
During Teen Gaming Days,  
teens are able to play on Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Playstation 4 & 5, a Meta Quest 3, 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.
PLANNING AHEAD
Have questions about teen programs at Rodman Public Library?
Call 330-821-2665, ext. 217
ON THE BIG SCREEN
FEATURED DATABASE
Encyclopedia Titanica
 
Encyclopedia Titanica tells the stories of the real people that designed, built and sailed on RMS Titanic. There is an individual biography for every Titanic passenger and crew member and articles, deck plans, pictures and movies to help you discover the truth about the greatest shipwreck in history.
 
You can find all 70+ databases offered by Rodman Library at rodmanlibrary.com/databases.
 
For information or help accessing RPL’s free databases, call 330-821-2665, ext. 217.
FRIENDS OF RODMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY FUNDRAISER
Eat Ice Cream and Help Raise Funds for RPL
 
Almost Heaven Ice Cream will host a fundraiser event for Friends of Rodman Public Library on Wednesday, April 30. From noon to 9 p.m., 10 percent of the proceeds from customers who present a fundraiser flyer will be donated to Friends of Rodman Public Library. FLYERS MUST BE PRESENT at the time of purchase in order for a portion of their bill to go toward the fundraiser. Flyers are available at both the Main and Branch Library. Almost Heaven is located at 2154 Beechwood Avenue.
Rodman Public Library
215 E Broadway St
Alliance, Ohio 44601
(330) 821-2665
https://www.rodmanlibrary.com/