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Historian to Share Research Into 1800s Black Settlement in Lexington Township
Have you ever heard of the Black settlement called New Guinea that flourished in Lexington Township in the early 1800s, decades before the Civil War? On Tuesday, June 16 at 6 p.m., local historian Michelle Dillon will discuss “The Mystery of New Guinea” inside Rodman Auditorium as part of the library’s Juneteenth observance. |
John Hancock is Final Subject in America 250 Lecture Series
Most people recognize the name John Hancock for one reason: his bold, oversized signature on Declaration of Independence.
In fact, his name became synonymous with the very act of signing. But Hancock’s contributions to the cause of American independence extended far beyond that famous flourish.
For that reason, local history enthusiast Sidney Zufall chose Hancock as his sixth and final “Forgotten Founders” lecture series subject and will deliver “John Hancock: Signature of Liberty” at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 15. |
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Lecture Explores Alliance's Connection to the Revolution
There’s one veteran from the War of Independence buried in Alliance. His name is John Shreve. Stark County is named after another patriot. His name is John Stark. Rodman Public Library Community Relations Manager and Jack R. Weber Jr. will explore both of their stories when he presents “Shreve and Stark: Alliance’s Connections to the Revolutionary War” on Monday, June 29. The program will be given twice – once at 11 a.m. and again at 6 p.m. Registration is required. The program, which is part of Alliance’s America 250 festivities and is co-sponsored by Rodman Public Library and the Alliance Historical Society. Both men led remarkable lives and were part of some major battles and other milestones in America’s fight for freedom. |
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Unearth A Story This Summer at RPL Summer is a great time for discovery. It’s a time to find new stories, uncover lost histories, learn new skills, and go on new adventures. Rodman Public Library invites all patrons to take part in the 2026 Summer Reading Program, which has the theme of “Unearth A Story,” celebrating the many ways people can do all of those things through books and other resources found right at their local library. |
Get Out and Explore with RPL Looking for affordable family fun? Rodman Public Library is pleased to offer Community Explorat0ion Passes to four of Northeast Ohio’s favorite attractions — all for free with your library card. Available passes include: - Beech Creek -- Up to 6 members of a household
Akron Zoo – Admits 2 adults and 4 children McKinley Museum – Admits 2 adults and 2 children Akron Art Museum – Admits 2 adults and unlimited children under 18 (same household) Akron Children's Museum – Admits a family of four.
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 DIY Dinosaur Bookmarks |
 DIY Father's Day Cards |
 DIY Superhero Bandanas |
Makerspace Programs
There are four free Makerspace programs planned during the month of March at RPL, including: June 4 (3 p.m.) -- DIY Dinosaur Bookmarks June 18 (4 p.m.) -- DIY Father's Day Cards June 24 (3 or 4 p.m.) -- DIY Superhero Bandanas |
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Tabletop Gaming Tabletop Gaming, an all-ages program continues at the Main Library at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 2. Each month, a new game is featured so that patrons can learn a new game. Of course, other games available in the library’s collection, which can also be borrowed with a valid library card, are also available and visitors are welcome to bring their own games. The free monthly event is 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 should be accompanied by an adult. |
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Rodman Chess Club
The popular Rodman Chess Club will meet at Rodman Public Library on Wednesday, June 17 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Main Auditorium. 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. |
JOIN ONE OF OUR BOOK CLUBS For book descriptions or to place a hold, click on a book cover |
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I Read YA
A club for adults 18 and over who enjoy reading literature written for young adults meets every first Monday of the Month at 6:30 p.m. at the Main Library. Registration Required For information, call 330-821-2665, ext. 213. |
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JULY 6 Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli  |
Books and Coffee The Books and Coffee Book Club meets at 6:30 p.m. every second Monday of the month at the Rodman Branch Library. The next meeting will be held June 8 when the selection will be Copies are available at the Main and Branch libraries, through the library's catalog, or digitally through the Ohio Digital Library and Hoopla. For more information, call 330-821-1313. |
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The True Crime Junkies, a book discussion group, meets at 6:30 p.m. every third Tuesday of the month at the Main Library. The selection for the June 16 meeting is Books can be obtained through the Rodman Library catalog or the Ohio Digital Library. Registration is required to attend the meeting. For more information, call 330-821-2665, ext. 215. |
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Evening Book Club The RPL Evening Book Club usually meets every fourth Monday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Main Library. In May, the club meets a week earlier due to the observance of Memorial Day. The next meeting is June 22 when the selection will be For more information, call 330-821-2665, ext. 204. |
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Monday Women's Book Club The Monday Women's Book Club meets every first and third Monday of the month at 1 p.m. at the Main Library. June 1 On the Brink of Everything by Parker Palmer (Chapters 3 to 5) June 15 On the Brink of Everything by Parker Palmer (Chapter 6 to end) |
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DAR Book Group
The DAR Book Group, facilitated by the Jain Bain Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, meets quarterly at RPL. The group, which is open to both men and women, meets at 3 p.m. on a selected Friday in the RPL conference room. The next meeting is August 7, when the selection will be Registration is required. For more information, call 330-821-2665, ext. 204 |
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Cookbook Club The Cookbook Club, a group for cooking and baking enthusiasts, gathers inside the Rodman Auditorium at 6 p.m. on the last Tuesday of each month to discuss their experience creating a recipe of their choice from a selected cookbook or from a specific theme. Participants can bring in small samples of their recipes for others to share with others. The club, which has no formal membership, will meet June 30 when the selected cookbook will be Shaq's Family Style by Shaquille O'Neal. Registration is required to attend. |
Maker Monday Maker Monday, an in-person craft program for adults, is held monthly on a select Monday. Following a short break, the program returns June 22 at 5 p.m. when crafters will create a red, white, and blue fabric wreath. All materials and supplies are provided free of charge, thanks to Friends of Rodman Library, but space is limited and registration is required for each session. |
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Bookmobile Summer Schedule The Rodman Public Library Bookmobile has set its Summer 2026 schedule Printed schedule brochures are available at all service desks. The schedule can also be viewed online at |
What’s That Snake? is a regional, web-based field guide designed specifically to help users identify native snakes found throughout Ohio. Hosted by the Ohio Public Library Information Network and offers several user-friendly tools, including a quick identification guide, an A to Z species directory, and safety resources. For information or help accessing RPL’s free databases, call 330-821-2665, ext. 217. |
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