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Tell Me About Your Grandmother with Artist Althea Jones

2025-04-19 11:00:00 2025-04-19 12:30:00 America/New_York Tell Me About Your Grandmother with Artist Althea Jones Through art and poetry, participants are encouraged to reflect on the love and affection of their grandmother or similar relation. This class requires registration. Northwest Akron Branch Library - Community Room

Saturday, April 19
11:00am - 12:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-19 11:00:00 2025-04-19 12:30:00 America/New_York Tell Me About Your Grandmother with Artist Althea Jones Through art and poetry, participants are encouraged to reflect on the love and affection of their grandmother or similar relation. This class requires registration. Northwest Akron Branch Library - Community Room

Through art and poetry, participants are encouraged to reflect on the love and affection of their grandmother or similar relation. This class requires registration.

Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.836.1081

Grandmothers hold a special place in or hearts, representing love, wisdom, and connection across generations. In this reflective and interactive class, participants are invited to explore the unique and universal aspects of the grandmother relationship. Through guided questions we will recall cherished memories, emotions, and experiences, transforming them into heartfelt poetry.

Upon completion of the class, participants will take home a poetry booklet. 

Althea Jones is a multidisciplinary artist based in Northeast Ohio, whose work centers on self-reflection and community building. Utilizing a diverse range of media, including painting, photography, and performance art, Althea creates narratives that encourage introspection and foster collective engagement.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Writing | Art & Crafts |

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Northwest Akron Branch Library

northwest@akronlibrary.org
Phone: 330.836.1081
Branch manager
Greg Trask

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The Northwest Akron Branch Library, along with its neighbor, the Northwest Family Recreation Center, serves as a center of active learning through a diverse offering of programs and resources. A rich collection of books for all ages is just one aspect of what the branch has to offer; its outstanding multimedia collection includes music CDs, audiobooks, and feature and documentary films. The collection has something for just about every interest and taste. Computers and computer classes, WiFi, printing, copying, scanning, and faxing are additional services that make personal and professional growth possible.

Look for Northwest Akron Branch staff at local schools and early childhood centers and at community events throughout the year. Visit the branch for more opportunities to learn and explore with others. Programming for all ages at the library is responsive to community interests, with play and story programming for very young children, book discussion groups for adults, school-age and teen crafting and gaming opportunities, and more. The Northwest Akron Branch Library—your one-stop spot for all your educational and entertainment needs and interests.

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