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Joy of Writing

2023-06-12 10:00:00 2023-06-12 12:00:00 America/New_York Joy of Writing Do you have a story to tell? A family mystery or history you want to record? Develop your writing skills in a nurturing environment. Northwest Akron Branch Library - Community Room

Monday, June 12
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-12 10:00:00 2023-06-12 12:00:00 America/New_York Joy of Writing Do you have a story to tell? A family mystery or history you want to record? Develop your writing skills in a nurturing environment. Northwest Akron Branch Library - Community Room

Do you have a story to tell? A family mystery or history you want to record? Develop your writing skills in a nurturing environment.

Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.836.1081.

The Joy of Writing group invites you to join us, to tell stories that are important to you. We inspire, support, and nurture writing skills without criticism. We typically meet every Monday at 10 am.

Interested in learning more?

"Writing Personal Notes and Letters" by Jennifer Williams.

"Writing Family Histories and Memoirs" by Kirk Polking.

"The Story of You: A Guide for Writing Your Personal Stories and Family History" by John Bond.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Writing |

TAGS: | Writing | Personal Stories | Memoirs | Journaling | Family Stories |

Northwest Akron Branch Library

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

Hours
Mon, Oct 02 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 04 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 05 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 06 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 07 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 08 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.

Upcoming Events

Mon, Oct 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
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Mon, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room
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Mon, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
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Tue, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room

Tue, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room

Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room

Wed, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room

Thu, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room

Sat, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult Fiction Collection

Mon, Oct 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room

Mon, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room

Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
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Wed, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room

Wed, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room

Thu, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Alcove

Sat, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room

Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room

Mon, Oct 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
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Tue, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room

Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room

Mon, Oct 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room

Mon, Oct 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
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Tue, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Wed, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
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Wed, Oct 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Thu, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Mon, Oct 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room

Wed, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
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