Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 7 pm: Author Visit: Grace Ellis–CANCELLED

Meet Grace Ellis, NYT-bestselling, GLAAD Media Award–winning script writer and author of graphic novels including Lumberjanes and Moonstruck. She will discuss her latest book, Flung Out of Space: Inspired by the Indecent Adventures of Patricia Highsmith, which won the 2023 Eisner Award for Best Reality-Based Work and was a NYT Notable Book of 2022. Purchase copies of her books which she will sign. No registration, 18+.

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.