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Memory Cafe

2023-09-26 13:00:00 2023-09-26 14:00:00 America/New_York Memory Cafe Memory Cafés are relaxing and comfortable gatherings for people living in the early stages of memory loss and their caregivers to connect, socialize, and build new support networks. Portage Lakes Branch Library - Community Room

Tuesday, September 26
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-26 13:00:00 2023-09-26 14:00:00 America/New_York Memory Cafe Memory Cafés are relaxing and comfortable gatherings for people living in the early stages of memory loss and their caregivers to connect, socialize, and build new support networks. Portage Lakes Branch Library - Community Room

Memory Cafés are relaxing and comfortable gatherings for people living in the early stages of memory loss and their caregivers to connect, socialize, and build new support networks.

Memory Cafes are intended for people living in the early stages of memory loss and their caregivers. Enjoy meaningful activities that promote social interaction, companionship, and learning. 

Memory Cafes are taking place this fall at the Northwest Akron, Norton, and Portage Lakes branches. This program is sponsored by the Ohio Council for Cognitive Health.

Registration is requested but not required. Register in person, online, or by calling 330.644.7050.

Explore the other resources our library offers through our Dementia-Inclusive Initiative.

Portage Lakes Branch Library

portagelakes@akronlibrary.org
Phone: 330.644.7050
Branch manager
Cheryl Luck

Hours
Mon, Feb 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Feb 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Feb 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Feb 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Feb 21 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 22 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 23 Closed

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.

Upcoming Events

Sat, Feb 22, 10:00am - 2:00pm
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Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Tue, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Thu, Feb 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Thu, Feb 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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