Local events

Local events in ZIP code 44240

Kent · Portage County · 43 events in the next 90 days from 8 public calendars

This weekend: Spooky Scavenger Hunt. Checked October 20; updated daily.

Today, Saturday, October 31

  1. Spooky Scavenger Hunt

    All day · Brimfield Branch · Free Family and kids

    Search the shelves for creepy creatures and solve a puzzle to earn a trick or a treat! Intended for ages 5 and up. Limited while supplies last.

    From Portage County District Library

Next 7 days, Monday, November 2 to Sunday, November 8

  1. Anti-Social Book Club

    All day · Brimfield Branch · Free Classes and talks Family and kids

    Pick up the book and accompanying goodie bag any time this month (contains a craft, snack, and extras!).

    From Portage County District Library

  2. Cocoa and Crochet

    5 to 6:45 p.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Arts and museums Family and kids

    Join us to make a cozy hat for winter while sipping on hot cocoa. Please be sure you can make it to all three days. Intended for ages 9 and up. Limited to 6 participants.

    From Portage County District Library

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  3. Slime Time

    1 to 2 p.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Family and kids Arts and museums

    Mix, stretch, and squish your very own slime. Bring your friends! Intended for ages 8 and up. Limited to 10 participants.

    From Portage County District Library

  4. Homeschool Group Board Games

    1 to 3 p.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Family and kids

    Join us for an afternoon of board games and fun! Intended for families with children of all ages. Limited to 30 participants.

    From Portage County District Library

  5. Senior Cycling

    10 a.m. to 1 p.m. · FT/Middlebury Trailhead, Kent · Sports and fitness

    Join like-minded senior Summit Metro Parks supporters as we ride and explore various trails. We will gather to socialize and determine the route, distance and pace before rolling out. Expect to ride at least 10 to 12 miles, at a casual (10-12 mph) pace. Please bring your own…

    From Summit Metro Parks

  6. Yoga with Yoga Judith

    4:30 to 5:45 p.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Sports and fitness

    No experience is required, this will be a beginner-level yoga class. This event is for adults.

    From Portage County District Library

  7. Fall Family Storytime

    10:30 to 11 a.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Family and kids

    Join us for storytime at the Brimfield Library! Enjoy stories songs, crafts and more. Perfect for little ones (ages 5 and under).

    From Portage County District Library

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  8. Hero's Ruck Linking Pets to Vets

    8 a.m. to noon · 201 East Erie Street, Kent · Business and jobs

    To register and for more information: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-heros-ruck-linking-pets-to-vets All proceeds raised will go toward giving any veteran or first responder a companion pet for free from the Portage APL. The Hero’s Ruck for this year will start in…

    From Kent Area Chamber of Commerce

  9. Learn to Paint Miniatures

    2 to 4 p.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Arts and museums Classes and talks

    Figures and paints will be supplied. This event is intended for adults.

    From Portage County District Library

Later in November, November 9 to 30

  1. Business Ignite

    8 to 9:30 a.m. · Tree City Coffee and Pastry, Kent · Business and jobs

    From Kent Area Chamber of Commerce

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  2. Brimfield Book Club

    5:30 to 6:45 p.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Classes and talks

    From Portage County District Library

  3. Tree City Dinner & Awards

    Starts 6 p.m. · Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center · Food, drink and markets

    From Kent Area Chamber of Commerce

  4. Paws to Taste

    6 to 9 p.m. · Kent State Hotel & Conference Center · $85 Business and jobs

    From Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce

  5. Manufacturing Breakfast

    8 to 9:30 a.m. · Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center · Food, drink and markets

    From Kent Area Chamber of Commerce

  6. Panda Express Dine to Donate Fundraiser to Support After Prom

    10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. · Panda Express, 233 Tallmadge Rd, Kent, OH 44240, USA · Community and volunteering

    From Mogadore Local School District

  7. Leadership Lunchbox Series |Networking Without the Awkward | Amanda Cole

    11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. · Kent Free Library · Business and jobs

    From Kent Area Chamber of Commerce

  8. Genealogy with Roger Marble

    5:30 to 6:45 p.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Classes and talks Arts and museums

    From Portage County District Library

  9. Baby & Me Storytime

    10:30 to 11 a.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Family and kids

    From Portage County District Library

  10. Learn to Knit

    Noon to 3 p.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Arts and museums Classes and talks

    From Portage County District Library

  11. Puzzle Swap

    All day · Brimfield Branch · Free Classes and talks

    From Portage County District Library

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  12. The Crochet Chain

    Noon to 2 p.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Arts and museums

    From Portage County District Library

  13. Lego Freebuild

    5 to 6 p.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Family and kids

    From Portage County District Library

  14. Dungeons and Dragons with Dave

    4 to 6:45 p.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Classes and talks

    From Portage County District Library

  15. Free Movie Night

    5 to 6:45 p.m. · Brimfield Branch · Free Music and shows Family and kids

    From Portage County District Library

Further out, December 1 to January 29

  1. Women2Women: Everyday Bandwidth

    11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. · 101 Crain Avenue, Kent · Business and jobs

    From Kent Area Chamber of Commerce

  2. Chipotle Dine to Donate Fundraiser to Support After Prom

    5 to 9 p.m. · Chipotle Mexican Grill, 4050 Cascades Blvd, Kent, OH 44240, USA · Community and volunteering

    From Mogadore Local School District

  3. Bowling @ Southeast

    4 to 7 p.m. · Spins Bowl Kent, 2245 OH-59, Kent, OH 44240, USA · Sports and fitness

    From McDonald Local School District

Public meetings, 15 in the next 90 days

Public bodies that post their agendas: each line links the agenda or notice.

  1. CancelledPlanning Commission-Cancelled, no agenda items

    Starts 7 p.m. · 319 S. Water St., Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

  2. City Council Committee Meeting

    Starts 7 p.m. · 319 S. Water St., Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

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  3. Health Board

    Starts 5:30 p.m. · 201 E ERIE ST STE E, KENT · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

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  4. Standing Rock Cemetery

    Starts 4 p.m. · 1361 N. Mantua St., Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

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  5. Civil Service Commission

    Starts 5 p.m. · 319 S. Water St., Community Room, Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

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  6. Board of Zoning Appeals Special Meeting

    Starts 7 p.m. · 319 S. Water St., Council Chambers, Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

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  7. Planning Commission

    Starts 7 p.m. · 319 S. Water St., Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

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  8. BHS Board Meeting

    6 to 8 p.m. · Public meetings

    From Kelso House

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  9. City Council Regular Meeting

    Starts 7 p.m. · 319 S. Water St., Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

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  10. Parks and Recreation Board

    Starts 5:30 p.m. · Old Jail, 497 Middlebury Rd, Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

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  11. December 7, 2026 Shade Tree Commission

    Starts 5 p.m. · 319 S. Water Street, Council Chambers, Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

  12. Shade Tree Commission

    Starts 5 p.m. · 319 S. Water Street, Council Chambers, Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

  13. Planning Commission Meeting 1

    Starts 7 p.m. · 319 S. Water St., Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

  14. July 20, 2026 Civil Service Commission

    Starts 5 p.m. · 319 S. Water St., Community Room, Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

  15. 07/27/26 Board of Zoning Appeals Special Meeting

    Starts 7 p.m. · 319 S. Water St., Council Chambers, Kent · Public meetings

    From City of Kent public meetings

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