FEBRUARY LIBRARY SCHEDULES

YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
"Kid's Korner: V is for Valentine." Stories, crafts and games for children ages 2-6 at West, 10:30 a.m. Feb. 8. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Refreshments provided by Friends of the Library.
"Counting Kisses Contest." Guess how many Hershey Kisses in the jar -- closest guess wins the chocolate for grades K-6 at Austintown, Feb. 1-28; and for children in grades 0-6 at Lake Milton, Feb. 6-27; and North Jackson, Feb. 7-28; during library hours.
"Happy Hearts." Holiday stories and crafts for children ages 3-6 at Brownlee Woods, Feb. 10; and Struthers, Feb. 8. Both programs begin at 10 a.m. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library.
"Heart-to-Heart." Guess the number of Conversation Candy Hearts and win them all as a special Valentine treat for children of all ages at Boardman, Feb. 1-14, during library hours. Enter as often as you wish.
& quot;Make-It, Take-A Valentine Craft." For children of all ages at Brownlee Woods, 4-7:30 p.m. Feb. 9; Campbell, 4-7:30 p.m. Feb. 7; Struthers, 4-7:30 p.m. Feb. 13; Canfield, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 11; Greenford, noon-4 p.m. Feb. 11; and Sebring, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 11.
"Party Time, Valentine." Stories, crafts and games for children of all ages at Springfield, 4 p.m. Feb. 9.
"Kidz Zone: Party Time, Valentine." Stories, crafts and games for children in grades K-3 at Poland, 4 p.m. Feb. 8. Refreshments will be served.
"Celebrate the Arts." Artwork by Boardman area students in grades K-6 at a reception with musical interludes and refreshments at Boardman, 6:30-8 p.m. Feb. 13. Artwork on display until Feb. 20.
"Be a Part of the Underground Railroad." Make a Freedom Quilt for grades K-6 at East, Feb. 20-24; South, Feb. 6-11; and West, Feb. 14-18. During library hours. The finished quilt will be displayed in the library.
"Kid's Club: A Story, A Story." Stories and crafts for children ages 2-6 at Main Library, 7 p.m. Feb. 7.
"What's in the Box? Babies." Stories and crafts for children ages 3-6 at Main Library, 10 a.m. Feb. 23.
"What's in the Box? Stories! Stories!" Stories and crafts for children ages 3-6 at Main Library, 10 a.m. Feb. 9.
"Family Story Time: Follow the Drinking Gourd." Stories, crafts and songs for children of all ages at Main Library, 7 p.m. Feb. 14. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
"Kid's Club: Babies." Stories, crafts and songs for children ages 2-6 at Main Library, 7 p.m. Feb. 21. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.
"Tween Scene." Solve a puzzle and make a craft for children in grades 4-6 at Poland, Feb. 11, during library hours.
"Come & amp; Join the Fun." WYTV's Angee Shaker has stories and fun for children ages 3-6 at Boardman, 1 p.m. Feb. 15.
"Family Story Time." Stories and more for the whole family at Austintown, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 27. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
"Celebrity Pajama Jam: Sleepy Time Fun for the Whole Family." February's celebrity: Mr. Masucci, principal, Poland North Elementary School will read bedtime stories at Poland, 7-7:30 p.m. Feb. 27. Wear your p.j.'s.
"Gotta Guess? Tween Contest." Guess the number of items in the jar. Closest guess, wins for children in grades 4-6 at Poland, Feb. 1-15, during library hours.
"Tales for Toddlers." Stories and fun for children ages 2-3 at Austintown, 10 and 11 a.m. Feb. 16; Canfield, 10 a.m. Feb. 17; and Poland, 10 and 11 a.m. Feb. 9. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.
"Tales for Toddlers: Peek-a-Boo! I Love You Party." Holiday stories and craft for children ages 2-3 at Boardman, 10 a.m. Feb. 14. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. A treat will be served.
"Time for Babies and Books." Books, songs, rhymes and more for babies 6-23 months at Austintown, 10:30 a.m. Feb. 9.; Canfield, 1 p.m. Feb. 20; Poland, 10 and 11 a.m. Feb. 1; and at Boardman, 9:30 a.m. Feb. 2 for babies 6-12 months; 10:30 a.m. for babies 6-23 months. Each baby in attendance must be accompanied by an adult.
"Something Special." Stories and more fun for children ages 3-6 at Sebring, 10 a.m. Feb. 8.
"Come and Join the Fun." Stories and fun for children ages 3-6 at Austintown, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 at, 10 a.m. & amp; 1 p.m.; Boardman, Feb. 1, 8*, 15, 22; Canfield, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28; and, Poland, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Feb. 7, 14**, 21, 28. *Holiday Stories. **Holiday program and refreshments.
TEENXTREME PROGRAMS
"Presidential Search." Fill in the blocks of the puzzle to find all forty-two presidents' names. We've given you several to start with. You could win a prize for grades 7-12 at Main Library, Austintown, Canfield, and Sebring.
"Mardi Gras." Celebrate New Orleans and join us for a Mardi Gras celebration. Make a mask, grab some beads and win a prize if you find the baby in the King Cake for grades 7-12 at Poland, 4 p.m. Feb. 28.
"The Ring's the Thing." Nothing says "Be My Valentine" like a ring and now you can make a special one for your sweetie -- or for yourself -- for grades 7-12 at Brownlee Woods, Feb. 8; Campbell, Feb. 14; and Struthers, Feb. 6. All start at 5 p.m.
"Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler! (Let the Good Times Roll)." Celebrate Mardi Gras at the library. Make a mask, have some king cake and toss some beads for grades 7-12 at South, Feb. 27; and West, Feb. 28. Both events begin at 4:30 p.m. Prizes for the best masks!
ADULT PROGRAMS
"YSU Community Diversity Book Discussion." Presented by Dr. Dolores Sisco, assistant professor of English at YSU. She will be discussing the book "Sport of the Gods" by Paul Lawrence Dunbar at Main Library, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 23. The focus will be on the socio-economic plight of African Americans in the South during the late 19th century.
"Grant Center: Grantseeking Basics." Orientation to funding research process and Grant Center Collection. Intended for representatives new to the process and who want to know more about our resources or those requiring a refresher at Main Library, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 15. For reservations call: (330) 744-8636 and press "2" at the prompt for reference.
"Grant Center: FC Search." An introductory session for those wishing to learn how to use FC Search, the Foundation Center's Database on CD-ROM at Main Library, 9:30 a.m. Feb. 18. For reservations call: (330) 744-8636 and press "2" at the prompt for reference.
"Grant Center: Finding Foundation Support for your Education." For students and parents seeking financial support to pursue undergraduate education. Step-by-step approach to finding financial aid and includes facts about foundations and other sources of student aid at Main Library, 9:30 a.m. Feb. 25. For reservations call: (330) 744-8636 and press "2" at the prompt for Reference.
"CSI-Y'town." Fun for mystery fans -- readers, writers and mystery movie and TV buffs at Austintown, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Feb. 21. Guest speaker is Dennis McCallister, a retired ATF agent living in the Youngstown area who will talk about his fascinating career. Meetings third Tuesday of the month at various branch libraries.
"Lunch & amp; Learn at the Library: Dave's Antiques and Collectibles." Presenter: David Dangerfield, professional auctioneer licensed by the state of Ohio. Dave and his wife Stephanie are owners of Dangerfield Auctions in Youngstown, a full-time auction service specializing in estate liquidations as well as antique art and specialty collections. At Main Library, noon to 1 p.m. Feb. 14. This program is co-sponsored by the Friends of Main Library and the YSU English Department. Bring a brown bag lunch, coffee is provided.
"Friends of the Library Meetings." Will be held at: Austintown, 10 a.m. Feb. 20; Boardman, 10 a.m. Feb. 13 with guest speaker: Ernest Brown, The Vindicator; Main Library, 5:30 p.m. Feb. 13; and Poland, 9:30 a.m. Feb. 7.
"Red Cross Blood Pressure Screenings." Are scheduled for: Austintown, 1-3 p.m. Feb. 15; Boardman, 12:30-3 p.m. Feb. 6; Canfield, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Feb. 16; Poland, 1-4 p.m. Feb. 28; and Struthers, 1-4 p.m. Feb. 21.
"Reuben's Readers Book Discussion Group." Share the books you've read this past month at Poland, 10 a.m. Feb. 10. New members welcome.
"Visiting Nurse Blood Pressure/Health Screenings." At East, 1-3 p.m. Feb. 6; Main Library, 10 a.m.-noon Feb. 23; South, 1-3 p.m. Feb. 14; and West, 1-3 p.m. Feb. 21.
"Red Cross Blood Drive." Donate at Poland, 2-7 p.m. Feb. 8.
WARREN-TRUMBULL COUNTY
For more information, call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128. All programs are free and open to the public. Reservations are not required unless noted.
"Blood Pressure Screenings." Main, 2-4 p.m., Feb. 14 & amp; 28.
"Preschool Story Times." For ages 3-5 at Main, 1 p.m. Feb. 7, 14, 21 and 28 and for ages 2-5 at Main, 7 p.m. Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23. For ages 3-5 at Brookfield, 1 p.m. Feb. 7 and 14; Cortland, 10:30 a.m. Feb. 1, 8 and 15; Howland, 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Feb. 2, 9 and 16; Liberty, 10:30 a.m. Feb. 7 and 14; Lordstown, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 6 and 13. Themes change weekly.
"Mother Goose Time." For ages 6-23 months and parent or caregiver at Main, 11 a.m. Feb. 4. Registration Required. Call (330) 399-8807, ext. 401 to register.
"Toddler/Parent Story Time." For ages 24-36 mos. at Main, 11 a.m. Feb. 22 - March 22. Registration begins Feb. 13. Register by calling (330) 399-8807, ext. 401.
"Drop In Craft." For ages 6-12 at Main on Saturday, February 11 from 10 a.m.-Noon. Join us to make a bookmark for Valentine's Day. No registration needed.
"Baby and Me: A Literary Experience for the Very Young." For ages 4-12 mos. at Howland, 11 a.m. Feb. 11. A language-rich environment for you and your baby to enjoy. Sign-up is required, and there is a limit of 15 children for this program. Please no siblings. Register by calling (330) 856-2011.
"Stories and More." For children in Kindergarten through second grade at Liberty, 4:30 p.m. Mondays & amp; Howland, 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays from Jan. 9 through Feb. 16. Come join us for this exciting new program! Every week there is a new theme with stories and songs. No registration necessary. For information call Liberty at (330) 759-2589 or Howland at (330) 856-2011.
"Everyone Loves Curious George." For grades K-3 at Main on Saturday, Feb. 18 at 2:30 p.m. Come to the Library to join us for a story, crafts and activities about Curious George. Registration Required. Sign up begins February 10. Call (330) 399-8807, ext. 401.
"Music and Movement." For ages 6-35 months and their parents at Main, Feb. 25 at 11 a.m. A high-energy program featuring rhythm band instruments, activity and dancing, highlighting music from the library's CD collection for children. Registration required. Sign up begins Feb. 17 by calling (330) 399-8807, ext. 401.
"Bird Buddies." For ages 6-12 at Liberty on Feb. 21 at 4:30 p.m.; at Lordstown on Feb. 25 at 2 p.m.; and at Brookfield on Feb. 28 at 4:30 p.m. Come join the fun learning about our fine-feathered friends. You will enjoy listening to a story, making a craft, and nibbling on some seeds. Please register by signing up at Liberty, -- (330) 759-2589; Lordstown, (330) 824-2094; or Brookfield (330) 448-8134.
"Teen Advisory Board Meeting." For ages 13-17 at Main, noon Feb. 4. Lunch will be served. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 400.
"Valentine Candy-Making." For teens ages 13-18 at Main, Thursday, February 9 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Come and make assorted Valentine's chocolates for the holiday! Registration is required. Call (330) 399-8807, ext. 400 for more information and to register.
"Frederick Douglass Exhibition." During February the national traveling exhibition on the life of Frederick Douglass will find a home at the Main Library. The panels use images, broadsides and letters to explore the early life of Douglass. The exhibit will be available during regular library hours. For more information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128.
"The Warren Camera Club's International Color Slide Competition." Feb. 7 at 6 p.m. Join the Warren Camera Club as they judge an international slide competition featuring 28 clubs from the United States, Canada, France and Great Britain in the spring color slide division. At Howland. For more information call (330) 856-2011.
"Book Discussion." At Main, 2 p.m. February 9. Librarian Steve Svecz will lead the discussion on The Sport of the Gods by Paul Laurence Dunbar. For more information about the discussion, call (330) 399-8807, ext. 400; at Liberty, 6:30 p.m. February 23 librarian Claire Hoffman will lead the discussion on "Black Cherry Blues" by James Lee Burke. For more information about the discussion, call (330) 759-2589.
"The Life of Frederick Douglass." Join Trumbull County Historian Wendell Lauth for a lecture at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 9 about the amazing life of Frederick Douglass in honor of Black History Month. Learn about Douglass's escape from slavery to New York City in 1838; his emergence as a leader of the abolitionist movement; his career as a lecturer and author; and even his visit to Warren, Ohio. For more information about this program, call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128.
"A Visit With Harriet Tubman." At 2 p.m. Feb. 11, ages 8 and up. In honor of Black History Month, Women in History presenter Demetrius Falconer will portray Harriet Tubman and discuss her story, including Tubman's time as a slave and how she played a major role in the Underground Railroad. Come and listen to Tubman's story in a 30 minute program with a question-and-answer session to follow. No registration necessary. For more information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128.
"Valentine Tea" 2:30 p.m. Feb. 13 and 14. Fifth annual Valentine Tea. Delicious refreshments will be served while you participate in an exciting and romantic multi-media library challenge. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. Register to attend by calling (330) 856-2011.
"Readings from the Works of Frederick Douglass" At 6:30 p.m. Feb. 16, Warren city safety and service director William "Doug" Franklin will share from the writings of Frederick Douglass for this Black History Month program. For more information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128.
"Paul Laurence Dunbar: The Eyes of the Poet." At 6:30 p.m. Feb. 21, join Dr. Herbert W. Martin, Ohio Humanities Scholar, as he portrays Paul Laurence Dunbar. February 2006 marks the 100th anniversary of Dunbar's death. A descendent of slaves, Dunbar was an African-American writer and poet. Through dramatic readings from Dunbar's works, Dr. Martin brings to life the passion, drama, humor and humanity in Dunbar's dialect and Standard English poems. For more information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128.
"Closings." All library locations will be closed Feb. 20 for Presidents' Day.
GIRARD FREE LIBRARY
"Family Time." For all ages, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 6, 13 and 27.
"Story Time." Ages 3-6, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays.
"Toddler Time." For 2-year-olds accompanied by adult, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays.
"Baby Time." 11 a.m. Feb. 3 and 17.
"Olympics." The winter games begin Feb. 10 in Turin, Italy, so the library will have ceremony in children's department. Games, prizes, treats for ages 4-12. 11 a.m. Feb. 11.
"Book Discussion Group." Emily Bronte's "Wuthering Heights" is the topic, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 1. Call (330) 545-2508, ext. 22 or 11 to join.
"Closings." Feb. 20 for President's Day and each Sunday because of budget cuts and high heating bills.