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Past Perspectives Book Discussion

2025-08-14 17:00:00 2025-08-14 18:00:00 America/New_York Past Perspectives Book Discussion Participate in a lively discussion on books with a historical theme. This month's title is "Wise Gals: the Spies Who Built the CIA and Changed the Future of Espionage" by Nathalia Holt. Richfield Branch Library - Community Room

Thursday, August 14
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-14 17:00:00 2025-08-14 18:00:00 America/New_York Past Perspectives Book Discussion Participate in a lively discussion on books with a historical theme. This month's title is "Wise Gals: the Spies Who Built the CIA and Changed the Future of Espionage" by Nathalia Holt. Richfield Branch Library - Community Room

Richfield Branch Library

Community Room

Participate in a lively discussion on books with a historical theme. This month's title is "Wise Gals: the Spies Who Built the CIA and Changed the Future of Espionage" by Nathalia Holt.

Participate in a lively discussion on books with a historical theme on the second Thursday of each month at 5pm.

"Wise Gals: the Spies Who Built the CIA and Changed the Future of Espionage" by Nathalia Holt

"In the wake of World War II, four agents were critical in helping build a new organization that we now know as the CIA. Adelaide Hawkins, Mary Hutchison, Eloise Page, and Elizabeth Sudmeier, called the “wise gals” by their male colleagues because of their sharp sense of humor and even quicker intelligence, were not the stereotypical femme fatale of spy novels. They were smart, courageous, and groundbreaking agents at the top of their class, instrumental in both developing innovative tools for intelligence gathering—and insisting (in their own unique ways) that they receive the credit and pay their expertise deserved." - NoveList Plus

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Writing |

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Richfield Branch Library

richfield@akronlibrary.org
Phone: 330.659.4343
Branch manager
Brian Burch

Hours
Mon, Aug 11 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 12 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 13 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 14 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 15 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 16 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 17 Closed

About the branch

The library experience for customers of the Richfield Branch Library is eclectic and energizing. A rich collection of books, music and movies complement programs for all ages, including storytime and interactive play opportunities, book discussion, and more. Computers and computer classes, WiFi, printing, copying, scanning, and faxing help to make the Richfield Branch Library a one-stop spot for the community's educational and entertainment needs and interests.

In the community, you will find librarians working closely with Richfield Government and Recreation, the local schools, the Garden Club, Richfield Chamber of Commerce, Richfield Heritage Preserve, and more. At the library, opportunities for individual and family engagement include an extensive NatureConnect interactive space, an ongoing StoryWalk collaboration along the Carter Pedigo Trail, and other hands-on, participatory exploration opportunities. Every time you visit the Richfield Branch Library, there is something to do, play, study, explore, or observe—and the chance to make a memory.

Upcoming Events

Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Waterfront Shelter

Thu, Aug 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Sat, Aug 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Mon, Aug 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Tue, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen area
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Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room

Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Waterfront Shelter

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Wed, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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