Sunday, Oct. 20 at 2 pm: Concert Series: Burning River Swing

Burning River Swing is a jazz group from the Akron area that brings jazz standards from the 1930’s and ’40’s back to life. Enjoy listening to melodic violin, percussive guitar, charismatic bass, and the stellar vocals of Kara Ross. The concert will be held on the Library’s second floor balcony. No registration required. All ages are welcome.

The Concert Series is generously supported by Friends of Kent Free Library.

Thursday, Oct. 17 at 2 pm: Preschool Board Gaming Group

Children ages 3-5 with an adult are invited to join us for a monthly Preschool Board Gaming Group. Build social-emotional skills through cooperative play and friendly competition. Adults may supervise, or join in on the fun! Preschool Board Gaming Group will meet from 2-3 PM on the following Thursdays:  Sept 19 & Oct 17
Registration is required and begins one week in advance of each meeting. Space is limited.

Thursday, Oct. 17 at 2 pm: Kent Silent Book Club at Cleveland Bagel Cafe

Our new Silent Book Club brings readers together! There’s no required reading–just bring a good book and read it in companionable silence while enjoying coffee or a snack.  After 45 minutes of quiet reading, you can stay and socialize, get and share some reading recommendations, or be on your way!

The Kent Silent Book Club will meet the 3rd Thursday of each month at 2:00 pm at The Cleveland Bagel Cafe, 436 E. Main St in Kent. Registration is requested, but drop ins are welcome. For adults 18+.

The basic schedule:
2:00 – 2:10 pm: Arrival, purchase snacks, and welcome
2:10 – 2:50 pm: Quiet reading
2:50 – 3 pm: Share recommendations
3 – 4 pm: Optional socializing or more reading (the Cafe closes at 4)