LIBRARY SCHEDULES | November
YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY
"Magic Moccasins." Learn about American Indians. Presented by Donna Wynn of the Red Hawk Society in full costume. At 4 p.m. Nov. 20 at Brownlee Woods; 4 p.m. Nov. 21 at Campbell; 6 p.m. Nov. 13 at Canfield; 4 p.m. Nov. 19 at Struthers; and 4 p.m. Nov. 18 at West.
"It's Turkey Time." Holiday stories and craft for school-age children at 4 p.m. Nov. 7 at East; 4:30 p.m. Nov. 4 at North; and 4:30 p.m. Nov. 6 at South.
"A Pilgrim Party." Holiday stories and craft for children at 4 p.m. Nov. 6 at Lowellville and Nov. 12 at New Middletown.
"Turkey Trot." Holiday stories and craft for ages 3-6 at 4 p.m. Nov. 14 at North and Nov. 13 at South.
"Thanksgiving Tales." Stories and craft for ages 3-6 at 10 a.m. Nov. 21 at Brownlee Woods, Nov. 20 at Campbell and Nov. 19 at Struthers.
"Meet Kaya, the new Native American Girl." Stories, craft and games for school-age children at 4:30 p.m. Nov. 14 at Austintown.
"A Harvest Hoe-down." Holiday stories and craft for ages 3-6 at 10 a.m. Nov. 6 at Main.
"Thankful Thoughts." Holiday stories and craft for school-age children at 7 p.m. Nov. 19 at Main.
"Turkey Tales." Holiday stories and craft for school-age children at 4 p.m. Nov. 13 at Poland.
"It's Book Time!" Celebrate Children's Book Week, join us for stories, craft and more. For school-age children at 4 p.m. Nov. 21 at East; 4:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at North; and 4:30 p.m. Nov. 20 at South
"On Safari." Stories, craft, games and more for children at 1 p.m. Nov. 23 at Greenford and 10:30 a.m. Nov. 23 at North Lima.
"Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire." Trivia, games and fun for school-age children at 7 p.m. Nov. 14 at Boardman. Movie passes raffle donated by Regal Cinema.
"Make It & amp; Take It." Crafts for school-age children from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Nov. 16 at Sebring.
"Come and Join the Fun." Stories and fun for ages 3-6 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Nov. 6, 13, 20 and 27 at Austintown and Boardman; 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Nov. 5, 12, 19 and 26 at Canfield; 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Nov. 7, 14 and 21 at Poland; and 11:15 a.m. Nov. 12 at West. "Pajama Time Stories." Fun for ages 3-6 at 7 p.m. Nov. 21 at Main. Come in your pajamas.
"Something Special." Stories and more fun for ages 3-6 at 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 21 at Sebring.
"Tales for Toddlers." Stories and fun for ages 2-3 at 10 and 11 a.m. Nov. 7 at Austintown; 10 a.m. Nov. 12 at Boardman; 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. Nov. 20 at Canfield; 10 a.m. Nov. 12 at Main; 10:30 a.m. Nov. 19 at North; and 10 and 11 a.m. Nov. 5 at Poland. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.
"Time for Babies and Books." Books, songs, rhymes and more at 9:30 a.m. (for 6-12 mos.) and 10:30 a.m. (for 13-23 mos.) Nov. 18 at Canfield and Nov. 6 at Poland; and 10:30 a.m. (for 6-23 mos.) Nov. 14 at Austintown. Each baby must be accompanied by an adult.
"Friendship Bracelets." Make a friendship bracelet to share for grades seven-12, at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 20 at Main.
"Gifts for the Holidays." Paint a T-shirt or two for yourself or for a friend. You provide the shirt(s), we provide the paint for grades seven-12, at 6 p.m. Nov. 12 at Austintown.
"Name that Tune." Test your pop music knowledge and win prizes for grades seven-12, at 7 p.m. Nov. 21 at Boardman.
"Righteous Wraps." Learn about making wire-wrap jewelry, and will make basic wire-wrap pendant or earrings for grades seven-12, at 6 p.m. Nov. 4 at Brownlee Woods; Nov. 12 at Campbell; and Nov. 18 at Struthers.
"Stand 'em Up and Knock 'em Down." Bring a friend and show how many you can topple for grades seven-12, at 4 p.m. Nov. 18 at Canfield and Nov. 12 at Sebring, Nov. 12. Prizes will be awarded.
"Teen Bingo" Bop in for bingo, teen style and win a prize for grades seven-12, at 4:30 p.m. Nov. 14 at East; Nov. 12 at North; and Nov. 13 at South.
"How Sweet It Is ... a history of chocolate." Learn all about your favorite good group and vote for the world's best-tasting chocolate. Chocolate from around the world to taste for grades seven-12 at 4 p.m. Nov. 19 at Poland.
"Holiday Origami." Get ready for Christmas -- make holiday decorations origami-style for grades seven-12, at 4 p.m. Nov. 20 at West.
"Lunch & amp; Learn Series." Join Rick Shale, professor of English and American Studies at YSU, and author of "Idora Park: The Last Ride of Summer" for a fun and nostalgic look back at Youngstown's former amusement Park from noon-1 p.m. Nov. 12 at Main. Those attending can bring a brown-bag lunch to enjoy during the program. Coffee will be provided free of charge.
"North Branch Library Holiday Book Look." Giving books this holiday season? Come and look at some great books to consider buying for the children in your life. Books selected by librarians will be on display Nov. 18, 19, 20, 21 and 23 in the meeting room at North. Buying information will be available.
Friends of the Library Book Sale. From noon-4 p.m. Nov. 2 and noon-5 p.m. Nov. 5 at North Lima.
Friends of the Library Meetings. At 10 a.m. Nov. 18 at Austintown; 9:30 a.m. Nov. 4 at Boardman; and 9:30 a.m. Nov. 5 at Poland.
"Free Blood Pressure Screenings." From 1-3 p.m. Nov. 20 at Austintown; 12:30-3 p.m. Nov. 4 at Boardman; 12:30-3:30 p.m. Nov. 21 at Canfield; 1-4 p.m. Nov. 26 at Poland; 1-4 p.m. Nov. 19 at Struthers; and noon-2 p.m. Nov. 19 at West.
"Grant Center: Grantseeking Basics Workshop." Introduction to the funding research process for nonprofit organizations seeking information about funding sources. At 9:30 a.m. Nov. 9 at Main. For reservations, call (330) 744-8636 and press 2 at the phone prompt for Reference.
"Grant Center: Cybertour." Brief overview of the Foundation Center's Web site and various ways it can be helpful to grant-seekers looking for information on the Internet at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 4 at Main. For reservations, call (330) 744-8636 and press 2 at the phone prompt for Reference.
"Reuben's Readers Book Club." Discussion at 10 a.m. Nov. 8 at Main.
Closings. All libraries in Mahoning County will be closed Nov. 28 for Thanksgiving.
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.
Free Blood Pressure Screenings. From 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 5 at Brookfield and 1-3 p.m. at Liberty; and 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 7 and 18 at Main; 1-3 p.m. Nov. 18 at Cortland.
"Preschool Story Times." For ages 3-5 at 1 p.m. Nov. 5, 12, 19 and 26 and 7 p.m. Nov. 7, 14 and 21 at Main; 1 p.m. Nov. 5, 12, 19 and 26 at Brookfield; 10:30 a.m. Nov. 6, 13, 20 and 27 at Cortland; 10:30 a.m. Nov. 7, 14 and 21 at Howland; and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 4, 11, 18 and 25 at Lordstown.
"Mother Goose Story Time." For ages 6-23 mos. at 11 a.m. Nov. 2 at Main. Register by calling (330) 399-8807, Ext. 401.
"Toddler/Parent Story Time." For ages 24-36 mos. at 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 6, 13, 20 and 11 a.m. Nov. 27 and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 26 at Main. Register by calling (330) 399-8807, Ext. 401.
"Stories and More." For ages 6-8 at 2:30 p.m. Nov. 9 at Main. Register by calling (330) 399-8807, Ext. 401.
"Children's Craft." Make turkey napkin rings for Thanksgiving. For ages 6-12 at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 16 at Main. Children must be registered. Call (330) 399-8807, Ext. 401.
"Make a Gift Workshop." Children in grades 4-6 can make handmade gifts from 2-3:30 p.m. Nov. 23 at Main. Register by calling (330) 399-8807, Ext. 401.
"Books for Holiday Giving and Year-round Enjoyment 2002." This annotated bibliography of the best children's books to read and own will be available free of charge at Main, all the branches and on the Bookmobile beginning Nov. 29. For information, call (330) 399-8807, Ext. 401.
"Teen Programs." For grades seven-12 at noon Nov. 2 at Main.
"Teen Advisory Board." Trumbull County teens in grades seven-12 are invited to attend this month's Teen Advisory Board Meeting and help plan teen programs, choose material for Teen Central and more! Lunch will be served. For information, call (330) 399-8807, Ext. 400.
"Creative Writing Workshop." For teens from 6-7 p.m. Nov. 11 at Howland. For information, call (330) 399-8807, Ext. 400.
"Poetry Coffeehouse." For teens from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 18 at Main. Share some of your favorite poetry (bring original work or a special poet whose work you enjoy.) Refreshments will be available. For information, call (330) 399-8807, Ext. 400.
Closings. Warren-Trumbull County Public Library facilities will be closing at 6 p.m. Nov. 27 and will remain closed Nov. 28 for Thanksgiving.
"Mathstart Books." Children's author Stuart Murphy will speak to elementary pupils and their families at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 at Main. For information, call (330) 399-8807, Ext. 401.
"Reading and Other Forms of Art." Interactive programs for ages 5-12 at 2 p.m. Nov. 16 at The Butler Institute of American Art, 9350 East Market St., Howland. For information, call (330) 399-8807, Ext. 128.
"Tapestries Madrigal Group." Musical program at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 19 at Howland. Free and open to the public. For information, call (330) 856-2011.
"Mars Attacks the World." Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Movie at 2 p.m. Nov. 24 at Main. Free and open to the public. For information, call (330) 399-8807, Ext. 128.
GIRARD FREE LIBRARY
"Family Time." At 6:30 p.m. Nov. 4, 11, 18 and 25.
"Story Time." For ages 3-6 at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 6, 13, 20 and 27.
"Toddler Time." For age 2, accompanied by an adult, at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 7, 14 and 21.
"Baby Time." At 11 a.m. Nov. 1 and 22.
"Book Discussion Group." At 6:30 p.m. Nov. 6 on "All the Pretty Horses" by Cormac McCarthy.
"Abduction Protection." At 11 a.m. Nov. 9 for ages 6 and up. Sign-up required. Adults must accompany children.
"Stranger Danger." For ages 3-6 at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 20 with Eleanor Hazen, Girard policewoman. Adults must accompany children.
"Make It & amp; Take It." For all ages from 3:30-5 p.m. Nov. 12.
"Book & amp; Breakfast Club." At 10 a.m. Nov. 16
"Curious George." At 1 p.m. Nov. 16 for ages 3-5. Registration is necessary.
"Model Railroad Display." For all ages Nov. 23-24.
Closing. Library will be closed Nov. 28 for Thanksgiving.