Kent Free Library

2022 Summer Read: Oceans of Possibilities June 1 – July 31, 2022 It’s time for the Summer Read! Simply read for at least 20 minutes a day for 30 days between June 1 and July 31. All ages may participate. Pick up a reading record at any Information Desk to get started....

Thank you for your patience as we help ODH distribute tests in our community. When does the library receive tests? Tests are provided through Ohio Department of Health.  We order tests as our supplies run out, but do not get any delivery information; we never know when the next order...

Share your own story of an experience or adventure you’ve had on or by the ocean. Stories should be true as remembered by the teller, under 10 minutes long, and suitable in content and language for a general audience. Attendees interested in just listening are welcome!  No registration required.  Adults...

Students entering grades 6 through 12 are invited to battle it out in Super Smash Bros.! Participants can compete to win prizes. Registration is required and begins Jul 4....

Children entering grades 2-6 can solve a swashbuckling pirate mystery set aboard the pirate ship of Captain Bootstrap Bluebeard in the year 1623. Prove your worthiness to claim the ship and the legendary treasures hidden within.  Registration is required an d...