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A new Bookworm Box available each month, handpicked by our staff. 
Teen Events
Red Cross Blood Drive
Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Haymaker/Jenkins Room
Walk-ins are welcome; schedule an appointment anytime at redcrossblood.org, sponsor code: Ravenna
Oral History Interviews
Thu, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Computer Lab
Share your memories of Ravenna and Reed Memorial Library.
Registration is now closed
Art Studio
Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Get creative and express yourself through arts and crafts!
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Holiday Letter Writing
Sat, Nov 23, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Take some quiet time to reflect and write to your people for the holidays.
Reed and Write
Tue, Nov 26, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Open to all writers interested in learning new techniques, networking with other writers, and... more
Open to all writers interested in learning new techniques, networking with other writers, and sharing work and feedback.
Midnight Madness
Fri, Nov 29, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library
The library is open late during Ravenna's Midnight Madness holiday celebration. Stop in for free... more
The library is open late during Ravenna's Midnight Madness holiday celebration. Stop in for free hot cocoa, storytimes with Santa Claus, holiday photos and live reindeer on the lawn.
Teen Bookworm Box
Mon, Dec 02, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Sign up to receive our monthly box filled with books and goodies.
Registration opens Monday, November 25 2024 at 9:00am
World Literature Book Club
Tue, Dec 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Join us for a discussion of award winning Cypriot author Christy Lefteri's 2019 novel Songbirds.... more
Join us for a discussion of award winning Cypriot author Christy Lefteri's 2019 novel Songbirds. Copies of the book will be available one month in advance at the Circulation Desk.
Chess Club
Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Join us for monthly chess matches and an assortment of other games.
Poetry Open Mic
Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Haymaker Room
Join us for a night of poetry. If you're a writer, reader, or just a poetry appreciator, come on... more
Join us for a night of poetry. If you're a writer, reader, or just a poetry appreciator, come on in and listen to the words of your community's poets.
Jeopardy! at the Library
Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
Join us for an evening of fun playing Jeopardy!
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Dec 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
What If Nature Loved Us Back?
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
Join us and our special guest Rev. Renée Ruchotzke for a talk on nature, humanity, and... more
Join us and our special guest Rev. Renée Ruchotzke for a talk on nature, humanity, and reconciliation.
Circle of Poets
Thu, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Calling all poets and writers interested in networking with other poets, and sharing their work.
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Puzzle Exchange
Sat, Dec 14, 9:15am - 11:30am
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
Join other puzzle enthusiasts to exchange jigsaw puzzles. Bring some puzzles for others to take... more
Join other puzzle enthusiasts to exchange jigsaw puzzles. Bring some puzzles for others to take home and take some puzzles home for yourself.
RML Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Haymaker Room
Monthly meeting of the Reed Memorial Library Board of Trustees
Watch This! A Pop Culture Discussion Group
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Let's chat! Join us for an evening of discussion about films, fandoms, and everything pop culture.
Animanga Meet-Up
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Anime and manga enthusiasts are invited to gather for a movie and snacks.
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Dec 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Red Cross Blood Drive
Fri, Dec 20, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Haymaker/Jenkins Room
Walk-ins are welcome; schedule an appointment anytime at redcrossblood.org, sponsor code: Ravenna
How Automobiles Changed Ravenna
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
Creating parking lots in the city
Knit, Crochet and Needlecraft Group
Thu, Dec 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Haymaker Room
Meet other crafters and share your projects and knowledge.
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Dec 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Jan 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Red Cross Blood Drive
Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Haymaker/Jenkins Room
Walk-ins are welcome; schedule an appointment anytime at redcrossblood.org, sponsor code: Ravenna
World Literature Book Club
Tue, Jan 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Join us for Lescure's debut novel shortlisted for the 2024 Women's Literature Award. Copies of... more
Join us for Lescure's debut novel shortlisted for the 2024 Women's Literature Award. Copies of the book will be available one month in advance at the Circulation Desk.
Chess Club
Tue, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Join us for monthly chess matches and an assortment of other games.
Watch This! A Pop Culture Discussion Group
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
Let's chat! Join us for an evening of discussion about films, fandoms, and everything pop culture.
Circle of Poets
Thu, Jan 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Calling all poets and writers interested in networking with other poets, and sharing their work.
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Puzzle Exchange
Sat, Jan 11, 9:15am - 11:30am
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
Join other puzzle enthusiasts to exchange jigsaw puzzles. Bring some puzzles for others to take... more
Join other puzzle enthusiasts to exchange jigsaw puzzles. Bring some puzzles for others to take home and take some puzzles home for yourself.
Teen Bookworm Box
Mon, Jan 13, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Sign up to receive our monthly box filled with books and goodies.
Registration opens Monday, January 6 2025 at 9:00am
Guided Meditation with a Japanese Flute
Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
Join us for a performance by the ethnomusicologist and musician Lydia Snyder as she leads us in... more
Join us for a performance by the ethnomusicologist and musician Lydia Snyder as she leads us in guided meditation with a traditional Japanese flute, the shakuhachi.
Comics & Stories Lab
Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Gather with fellow writers and illustrators to practice Lynda Barry's comics-making exercises.
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Wayne Enders History Talk
Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
PowerPoint presentation by Historian Wayne Enders.
Knit, Crochet, and Needlecraft Group
Thu, Jan 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Haymaker Room
Meet other crafters and share your projects and knowledge.
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Animanga Meet-Up
Thu, Jan 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Anime and manga enthusiasts are invited to gather for a movie and snacks.
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Jan 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Antique Bottle Collecting & Appraisals
Sun, Feb 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
Learn the history of antique bottles and bring some to be appraised.
Teen Bookworm Box
Mon, Feb 03, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Sign up to receive our monthly box filled with books and goodies.
Registration opens Monday, January 27 2025 at 9:00am
World Literature Book Club
Tue, Feb 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Join us for a discussion of Gyasi's 2016 award winning debut novel in celebration of Black... more
Join us for a discussion of Gyasi's 2016 award winning debut novel in celebration of Black History month. Copies of the novel will be available one month in advance at the Circulation desk.
Art + Nature Exhibition
Tue, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Library Gallery
Join us for the opening of the Art + Nature Exhibition! Come on in, enjoy the work of local... more
Join us for the opening of the Art + Nature Exhibition! Come on in, enjoy the work of local artists, and chat with some of the creatives working around the area!
Chess Club
Tue, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Join us for monthly chess matches and an assortment of other games.
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Feb 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Valentine Creation Station
Sat, Feb 08, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!
Puzzle Exchange
Sat, Feb 08, 9:15am - 11:30am
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
Join other puzzle enthusiasts to exchange jigsaw puzzles. Bring some puzzles for others to take... more
Join other puzzle enthusiasts to exchange jigsaw puzzles. Bring some puzzles for others to take home and take some puzzles home for yourself.
Valentine Creation Station
Sun, Feb 09, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!
Valentine Creation Station
Mon, Feb 10, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!
Valentine Creation Station
Tue, Feb 11, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!
Valentine Creation Station
Wed, Feb 12, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!
Watch This! A Pop Culture Discussion Group
Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reed Memorial Library - Carlin Room
Let's chat! Join us for an evening of discussion about films, fandoms, and everything pop culture.
Valentine Creation Station
Thu, Feb 13, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!
Comics & Stories Lab
Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Gather with fellow writers and illustrators to practice Lynda Barry's comics-making exercises.
Circle of Poets
Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Haymaker Room
Calling all poets and writers interested in networking with other poets, and sharing their work.
Teen Advisory Group
Thu, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Teen Room
Earn volunteer credit hours by being part of our Teen Advisory Group!
Valentine Creation Station
Fri, Feb 14, All day
Reed Memorial Library
Join us at the library all week to craft your own Valentine!
The Story of Jack Trice
Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
Learn about a Portage County athlete who became the first African-American to play football for... more
Learn about a Portage County athlete who became the first African-American to play football for Iowa State College
Pressed Flower Bookmarks
Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room
Join us in making unique, pressed flower bookmarks.
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Custom Book Subscription Bags at the Library!

How Does it Work?

  • Register for personalized picks and fill out the survey to let us know your reading interests.
  • We will surprise you with 3 books every month, for 3 months.
  • Wait for us to let you know that your books are ready for pick up. (This may take up to 2 weeks after you have completed your survey)
  • Pick up your custom-selected books to read.
  • Enjoy and come back next month for more!