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Bad Babes of Akron

Embezzlers, prostitutes, murders, and more!

2021-02-22 18:00:00 2021-02-22 19:00:00 America/New_York Bad Babes of Akron Take a "virtual drive" around Akron to learn about notoriously "bad babes" (and a few bad boys too). Register to receive a Zoom link. Presented by Janet Wilcox from Summit County Historical Society. Portage Lakes Branch virtual program - Zoom

Monday, February 22
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Take a "virtual drive" around Akron to learn about notoriously "bad babes" (and a few bad boys too). Register to receive a Zoom link. Presented by Janet Wilcox from Summit County Historical Society.

Join us as Janet Wilcox from the Summit County Historical Society takes us on a "virtual drive around" to learn about the notoriously "bad babes" of Akron!   Embezzlers, prostitutes, and murders...the jails were full! By the way..Janet will throw in a couple of "bad boys" as well. You won't want to miss this opportunity!

Please do not share the web link for this program. If someone else is interested in attending, please have him or her contact the library to register.

Log in 10 minutes prior to the program to check your computer connection.

This program will be presented online in Zoom

A webcam and microphone may be necessary for participation in this interactive event. If you have one or neither of these, your level of participation will be limited.

If you do not have an email address, please contact Portage Lakes Branch at (330) 644-7050 to learn about how to participate in this program via phone.

Make sure you have all materials needed for the program. 

Please contact the library if you decide not to attend.

Be aware that the internet is not private. Use reasonable caution when sharing any information online. Parents should monitor their children while they are online.

 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual Program | History |

Portage Lakes Branch Library

portagelakes@akronlibrary.org
Phone: 330.644.7050
Branch manager
Greg Trask

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About the branch

It's not unusual for customers to take a few moments out of their busy day to relax and read in the comfortable chairs beside the Portage Lakes Branch Library's large windows, enjoying the natural light and the beautiful views of flora and fauna. Visitors from surrounding communities—Coventry, New Franklin, Green, Clinton, Canal Fulton, Barberton, and Massillon—join local residents in visiting the Portage Lakes Branch Library to enjoy NatureConnect, learning-through-play and storytime programming, crafting opportunities, book discussions, arts and history informational programming, and more.

With rich book, music, and movie resources, Portage Lakes Branch Library has something for everyone of every age. Computers, WiFi, printing, copying, scanning, and faxing round out the services available at the Portage Lakes Branch Library, making it a one-stop spot for all your learning, business, and entertainment needs and interests.

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