Wednesday, January 8

Natural Discoveries is an award-based series of free nature programs designed for ages seven to adult held at Plum Creek Park South, 2500 Plum Creek Parkway, Brunswick from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Info.    

 

Lisa Wittman, Certified in Senior Yoga , leads a Senior Yoga class. The class meets in the Healthy Corners room every Monday at 2:00 pm, there are also classes every Wednesday 3:00 pm & Friday 10:30 am The cost is $3.00 per class. Free to Silver Sneakers and Renew Active members No floor exercises are done. Info. 

   

Thursday, January 9 

Family Law Resources: Domestic Relations Court will not provide legal advice. Volunteer lawyers are available to answer questions regarding family law (divorce, separation, domestic violence, post decree and unmarried parentage issues) at the Legal Resource Center from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Attorneys may not be available after the last person is seen, so be sure to come early. Call 330-725-9742 to check for cancellations. Info. 

 

Blood Pressure Checks from 10:30 to 11:30 am at Medina Senior Center, 246 Northland Dr. Info.  

Dressed to Kill: The American Doughboy in WWI program at Wadsworth Public Library, 132 Broad St. from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Join Eric Rivet, Chief Curator at the Western Reserve Historical Society, for a discussion of the World War I doughboy and get an opportunity to handle original and reproduction uniforms and field gear from World War I. Info.  

 

Thursday, January 10 

Full Moon Hike: Take advantage of the short winter days with a walk after dark from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. A naturalist will lead you through the park to experience nighttime sights and sounds, as well as learn a little about the moon and night vision. Ages 6 and up. No registration is required. Free. Info.

     

Saturday, January 11 

Human Trafficking Awareness 101: This workshop will will be held at St. Francis Xavier Parish, 612 W. Washington St., Medina, from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Co-sponsored by the Children's Center of Medina County, the Diocesan Social Action Office, the Medina County Coalition Against Human Trafficking, and St. Francis Xavier Parish. Info. 

 

Tales & Tails: Wadsworth Public Library, 132 Broad St., at 10:30 am. Therapy dogs and their owners visit the Library to read with children. Dogs make wonderful listeners and this is a fun way for children to practice their reading skills.  Info. 

 

Bend and Breathe at the Blue Heron, 3227 Blue Heron Trace, Medina from 10:45 to 11:45 am. Access the Arts, in collaboration with Roots Yoga and Barre, is hosting a donation-based hour of gentle yoga at Blue Heron Event Center and Brewery. Free babysitting will be provided, also a free mimosa and door prizes for all attendees.  Go to RootsYogaOhio.com to register, but walk-ins are also welcome.  

    

Sunday, January 12 

The Notable Nuthatch: From their chattering call to their upside down tree climbing, nuthatches are birds that do things their own ways. Come learn about these ways and then take a hike in search of nuthatches in the wild from 2:00 to 3:00 pm at Wolf Creek Environmental Center, Wadsworth. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free. Info.  

 

K-9 Kapers provides dog owners with an opportunity to socialize their pets with other dogs from 3:00 to 4:00 pm at Princess Ledges Nature Preserve in Brunswick. These alternative hikes will interest both the dog and its owner while offering exercise and fun. No registration is required. Free. Info. 

 

Tuesday, January 14 

Intergenerations Technology Class: Tech Gadgets Show & Share presented by Soprema Senior Center at 2:45 pm. Bring those lap tops, tablets, smart phones and gadgets to class and learn how to use them. Info: 330-335-1513.     

 

Thursday, January 16 

Family Law Resource will be held at the Seville Library from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. In an effort to respond to the growing number of unrepresented people, Domestic Relations Court and the Medina County District Library have joined to increase access to the Court's Legal Resource Center through the Medina County Library System. Info.

 

Life Skills: Interviewing will be held at Wadsworth Public Library from 4:00 to 5:00 pm.This program is designed for students ages 12-18. Registration is required. Please register online. Info. 

   

Saturday, January 18 

Winter Re-Tweet:Feeding and watching birds is a great way to brighten up a winter day, and it's a constant source of entertainment.  Susan Hamply Nature Center, Brunswick, from 12:00 to 5:00 pm. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free. Info.   

 

Human Trafficking 101 workshop will be held at Discover Church, 1825 Reimer Rd., Wadsworth, from 9:00 to 11:30 am. Info. 

 

Sunday, January 19  

Photo Scavenger Hunt: Bring your camera or phone with you to this family-friendly activity where you will be challenged to find and photograph a list of things throughout Wolf Creek Environmental Center from 12:00 to 5:00 pm. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free. Info. 

 

Natural Discoveries: Surviving Winter will be held at Carolyn Ludwig Mugrage Park from

3:00 to 4:00 pm. Discover who stays active and who hibernates.  No registration is required. Ages 7 and up. Free. Info. 

 

Thursday, January 23 

Tales for Tots: At night when we are sleeping, there are many things taking place outside. Come to Wold Creek Environmental Center from 10:00 to 11:00 am to learn more about the creatures of the night through a story, hands-on exploration, and a short hike. For ages three to six with an adult companion. Register between December 12 and January 23. Free. Info.  

 

Saturday, January 25  

ACT Practice Test will be hosted by Wadsworth Public Library from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Register to take a complete simulated ACT practice test which mimics actual testing conditions and questions in a similar environment. Test will take approximately 3 hours to complete. Register. 

   

Sunday, January 26 

Medina Community Band will hold their annual  Winter Concert at  Medina High School in the Middle Stage Auditorium, 777 East Union Street, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. Info.