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Building Worlds: Writers and Tabletop Players Unite

2021-06-10 17:00:00 2021-06-10 18:00:00 America/New_York Building Worlds: Writers and Tabletop Players Unite You and your friends are invited to play I’m Sorry Did You Say Street Magic, a storytelling game about creating places and the people who live there. No dice needed, only your imagination. Northwest Akron Branch Library - Zoom

Thursday, June 10
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2021-06-10 17:00:00 2021-06-10 18:00:00 America/New_York Building Worlds: Writers and Tabletop Players Unite You and your friends are invited to play I’m Sorry Did You Say Street Magic, a storytelling game about creating places and the people who live there. No dice needed, only your imagination. Northwest Akron Branch Library - Zoom

You and your friends are invited to play I’m Sorry Did You Say Street Magic, a storytelling game about creating places and the people who live there. No dice needed, only your imagination.

For those in 5th-12th grade who enjoy storytelling, roleplaying, and collaborative games. 

Middle Grade Reads: 

Mighty Jack by Ben Hatke

"Prompted by his sister, Jack trades his mom's car for a box of mysterious seeds, but soon their normal garden turns into a wild jungle filled with magical creatures and, one night, changes into a dragon."

Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate

"A story about a homeless boy and his imaginary friend that proves in unexpected ways that friends matter, whether real or imaginary"

Young adult reads: 

Nimona by Noelle Stevenson

"Lord Blackheart, a villain with a vendetta, and his sidekick, Nimona, an impulsive young shapeshifter, must prove to the kingdom that Sir Goldenloin and the Institution of Law Enforcement and Heroics aren't the heroes everyone thinks they are."

Player's Handbook (Dungeons & Dragons) by Wizards RPG Team

"The Player’s Handbook is the essential reference for every Dungeons & Dragons roleplayer. It contains rules for character creation and advancement, backgrounds and skills, exploration and combat, equipment, spells, and much more."

    AGE GROUP: | Tween | Teen |

    EVENT TYPE: | Games & Gaming | Books & Writing |

    TAGS: | gaming | creative expression | Collaborative Games |

    Northwest Akron Branch Library

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

    Hours
    We're closed Thursday July 04 due to Independence Day
    Mon, Jul 01 10:00AM to 8:00PM
    Tue, Jul 02 10:00AM to 8:00PM
    Wed, Jul 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
    Thu, Jul 04 Closed
    (Independence Day)
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    Sat, Jul 06 10:00AM to 5:00PM
    Sun, Jul 07 Closed

    About the branch

    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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