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October 2026
Medicare 101 with Brian Gladysz
Registration no Brian Gladysz from TLC Insurance Group will answer your Medicare questions.
Simplify Your Spending and Saving Strategies
Registration no Join Josh Kaluzne of Edward Jones Financial to learn how to set financial goals, manage savings and spending, control debt, improve credit, and explore practical savings options for the future. Find out more »
Outsmart the Scammers
Registration no Join Josh Kaluzne of Edward Jones Financial to learn how to spot scam red flags, find resources if you or a loved one is targeted, and take steps to protect yourself from fraud. Find out more »
The ABCs of Publishing Your Book for Kids with Sam Subity
Registration no Join author Sam Subity as he discusses his latest children's book and shares his publishing journey, from traditional publishing with Scholastic and Sourcebooks to self-publishing. All ages welcome. Sam Subity grew up in Green, Ohio, before traffic roundabouts and drive-through coffee shops became commonplace. His interest in writing began in eighth grade when a teacher at Green Middle School awarded an A+ to a story he wrote and illustrated. Since then, Sam has published three middle-grade action-adventure novels:… Find out more »
Monsters Among Us: The Legacy of the Universal Monsters With Joe Fortunato
Registration no Join Film Professor Joe Fortunato for a journey into the world of the Universal Monsters from "Dracula" to "Wolf Man." Discover the history, legends, and cultural impact of these iconic monsters. Learn how classic films such as "Dracula," "Frankenstein," "The Wolf Man" and "Creature from the Black Lagoon" helped define modern horror, introduced some of cinema's most enduring characters, and continue to influence popular culture more than 90 years later. Find out more »
Retirement by Design
Registration no Join Josh Kaluzne, a financial advisor with Edward Jones, to learn strategies to design the retirement you want, add flexibility to handle unexpected events, and keep your plan on track. Find out more »
November 2026
Health Care and Your Retirement
Registration no Join Josh Kaluzne of Edward Jones Financial on steps to prepare for health care costs to help ensure your retirement savings stay healthy. Find out more »
Inside Kid’s Books With Local Author Madeline C. Lanshe
Registration no Local author Madeline C. Lanshe will discuss her debut picture book, "Floppy's Home", what inspired her, and her writing process. Books will be available for purchase. "Floppy's Home" by Madeline C. Lanshe For more about the author, visit the website: MadelineCLanshe.com Find out more »
Charitable Giving and Your Financial Strategy
Registration no Join Josh Kaluzne from Edward Jones Financial as he helps investors find the appropriate charitable-giving path for their unique financial strategy and life stage. Find out more »
Lost Voices of the Great War – Summit County in the First World War
Registration no Join editors S. Victor Fleischer and Toivo Motter for an exploration of "Lost Voices of the Great War: Summit County in the First World War," a companion to the award-winning PBS documentary. Journey back in time to discover the personal stories of Summit County residents whose lives were forever changed by World War I. Drawing from newly uncovered letters, diaries, and firsthand accounts, Fleischer and Motter bring to life the experiences of soldiers, Akron nurses, immigrants, Goodyear factory… Find out more »
Retirement: Making Your Money Last
Registration no Making Your Money Last, presented by Josh Kaluzne, financial advisor with Edward Jones Financial, is designed to help attendees prepare to live the retirement they have envisioned. Find out more »
Put Your Retirement Plan To Work
Registration no Join Josh Kaluzne from Edward Jones Financial to learn about saving for retirement, enrolling in employer-sponsored plans, and using tax-advantaged options to build long-term savings. Find out more »
December 2026
Investing with Purpose: Sustainable Investing
Registration no Join Edward Jones Financial Advisor Josh Kaluzne to learn what it means to invest with purpose. The program will also include information on investment options for a positive impact, strategies to align your portfolio with sustainable goals, managing environmental, social and governance risks and opportunities and strategies to align your portfolio with your personal beliefs. Find out more »
Author Talk: Mark Dawidziak
Registration no Mark Dawidziak presents his new book, "The Lightning-Bug and the Lightning: Debunking the Myths of Mark Twain, in His Own Words." A book sale and signing will follow. As a master of satire, Mark Twain offers incisive warnings about the societal fractures we continue to navigate today. His profound relevance is masterfully explored in Mark Dawidziak’s "The Lightning-Bug and the Lightning." Dawidziak—an internationally recognized scholar—synthesizes decades of research and exclusive interviews with Mark Twain Prize honorees to present… Find out more »
Lil’ John: Laughing My Way Through Life
Registration no Join comedian Lil' John Rinaldi for an afternoon of humor and laughter. He will discuss his book and sign copies, which will be available for purchase. "Lil' John: Laughing My Way Through Life...: Stories From an Accidental Career on Cleveland TV--and More!" by John Rinaldi "The popular co-host of Cleveland TV’s long-running “Big Chuck & Lil’ John Show” tells humorous stories of life on and off television. He wrestled bears, crashed a hot-air balloon, fought Mike Tyson, and… Find out more »
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