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Liberty or Death: An Evening With Patrick Henry

2026-07-02 18:00:00 2026-07-02 19:00:00 America/New_York Liberty or Death: An Evening With Patrick Henry Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with actor Jim Knight as he portrays American Founding Father, Patrick Henry, the patriot whose words and actions helped ignite a nation's fight for independence. Richfield Branch Library - Community Room

Thursday, July 02
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-02 18:00:00 2026-07-02 19:00:00 America/New_York Liberty or Death: An Evening With Patrick Henry Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with actor Jim Knight as he portrays American Founding Father, Patrick Henry, the patriot whose words and actions helped ignite a nation's fight for independence. Richfield Branch Library - Community Room

Richfield Branch Library

Community Room

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with actor Jim Knight as he portrays American Founding Father, Patrick Henry, the patriot whose words and actions helped ignite a nation's fight for independence.

Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.659.4343.

Step back in time to the beginning of the American Revolution. Best known for declaring, “Give me liberty or give me death!” Patrick Henry was also a lawyer, delegate, and Governor of Virginia. Learn more about his life and character in a program perfect for history lovers, students, and anyone inspired by the enduring struggle for liberty.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History |

Richfield Branch Library

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

Hours
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We're closed Monday May 25 due to CLOSED—Memorial Day
Mon, May 25 Closed
(CLOSED—Memorial Day)
Tue, May 26 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 29 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 31 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

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Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room,Teen area

Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Area

Sat, May 30, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Teen area

Sat, May 30, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Teen area

Tue, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Teen area

Tue, Jun 02, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Teen area

Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen area

Thu, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Teen area

Thu, Jun 04, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Teen area

Fri, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Teen area

Fri, Jun 05, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Teen area

Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Community Room,Conference Room

Tue, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 4:15pm

Wed, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room

Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Waterfront Shelter

Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room

Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room

Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room

Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room

Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reading Garden

Wed, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room

Thu, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room

Sat, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room

Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room

Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm