YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY

YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
"Celebrity Pajama Jam: Sleepy-Time Fun for the Family." Put on your pj's, bring the whole family and listen to bedtime stories read by Mr. Masucci, principal of North Elementary. Sign up. Poland, 7-7:30 p.m., Jan. 29.
"Cold, Cold Questions - and That's Snow Joke!" It's cold outside! Warm up with questions about books on winter and you could win a prize. For grades 1-6. Canfield, library hours, Jan. 22-27.
"Come and Join the Fun." Stories and fun for ages 4-5. Austintown, 1:30 p.m., Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Boardman, 1 p.m., Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24; Brownlee Woods, 11 a.m., Jan. 18, story and rhyme fun, sign up; Canfield, 1:30 p.m., Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Main Library, 10 a.m., Jan. 4, New Year's celebration; Main Library, 10 a.m., Jan. 18, I Feel Silly ... How About You?; Poland, 1 p.m., Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Struthers, 11 a.m., Jan. 16, story and rhyme funm sign up.
"Come and Join the Fun: Let it Snow." It's a snow party for ages 2-5. Snowman stories, a craft and a treat. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up.
"Crafts to Go!" It's a make-and-take craft for children of all ages. East, library hours, Jan. 8-12; South, library hours, Jan. 16-20; West, library hours, Jan. 22-27.
"Family Story Time: Silly Is As Silly Does." Stories, games and a craft for children of all ages. Wear something silly! Main Library, 7 p.m., Jan. 23.
"Gotta Guess?! Tween Contest." Guess the number of items in the jar. Person with the closest guess wins. For grades 4-6. Poland, library hours, Jan. 2-15; Springfield, library hours, Jan. 2-15.
"Hey, It's a Blizzard Blitz in the Library!" Help us make a blitzy blizzard. For grades K-6. Austintown, library hours.
"Kids' Crew: Happy Hibernations." Stories, a craft and more for grades K-3. Main Library, 4 p.m., Jan. 24.
"Make-It-and-Take-It Winter Craft." For school-age children. Brownlee Woods, 4-7 p.m., Jan. 24; Campbell, 4-7 p.m., Jan. 23; Struthers, 4-7 p.m., Jan. 22.
"Movie Day at the Library." A movie for children, families (Rated G). Bring a comfy pillow; snacks provided.Poland, 10 a.m. (G), Jan. 27. Boardman, 2:30 p.m. (G) Jan. 20.
"Name That Number." Guess the number of items in the jar. Closest guess wins a prize! For grades 4-6. East, South and West, library hours.
"Pajama Story Time." Put on your pj's for bedtime stories and more. For children of all ages. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up. Austintown, 7 p.m., Jan. 16.
"Shivery Stories!" Stories and a craft for school-age children. Sign up. East, 4 p.m., Jan. 10; South, 4 p.m., Jan. 23; West, 4 p.m., Jan. 17.
"Something Special." Stories and fun for ages 4-5. Sign up. Sebring, 10 a.m., Jan. 11; Springfield, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 17.
"Trim a Tree for January." Decorate an ornament for our all-seasons tree. For children of all ages. Poland and Springfield, library hours.
"Tweens: Who Am I?" Think you know celebrities? See how many you recognize on our contest poster. Person with the most correct answers wins a prize. For grades 4-6. Main Library, library hours, Jan..
"Wild Winter." Stories and a craft for ages 2-5, accompanied by an adult. Sign up. West, 4:30 p.m., Jan. 8.
"Winter Wonderland of Crafts." Come make and take a craft every Wednesday in Jan.. For children of all ages. Boardman, library hours, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31.
BABY BRILLIANT PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN
"Baby Brilliant: Tales for Toddlers." Stories and fun for early talkers, ages 2-3. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up, except for at Boardman. Austintown, 10 & amp; 11 a.m., Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Boardman, 10 a.m., Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24; Canfield, 10 a.m., Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Poland, 10 a.m., Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.
"Baby Brilliant: Time for Babies and Books." Books, songs, rhymes and more. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 10 a.m. (6- 23 months), Jan. 9 & amp; 23; Boardman, 9:30 a.m. (6-12 months) & amp; 10:30 a.m. (13-23 months), Jan. 4; Canfield, 10 a.m. (6-23 months), Jan. 8; Poland, 10 a.m. (6-23 months), Jan. 3.
BABY BRILLIANT PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
"Baby Brilliant: Sharing Books with Babies and Toddlers." Learn tips and techniques for sharing books with early talkers that will help your child develop critical pre-reading skills. For parents, teachers and caregivers of children ages 0-23 months. Sign up. Main Library, 10 a.m.-noon, Jan. 27.
TEENXTREME PROGRAMS
"Guitar Lessons." At your own speed, learn the basics of playing the guitar! Bring your own guitar, or we'll provide an extra. For grades 7-12. Space is limited, so sign up today. Brownlee Woods, 4:30 p.m., Jan. 19, 31; Campbell, 4:30 p.m., Jan. 10, 16; Struthers, 4:30 p.m., Jan. 8, 9.
"I Resolve...." What is your New Year's resolution? Share it with us and you might win a prize. You may also see it posted on our web site, www.teenxtremeonline.org. (Only first names will be posted.) For grades 7-12. All libraries, library hours, Jan..
"If You Missed It at the Movies...." Or, if you just want to see it again, join us for a movie matinee (Rated PG-13). Snacks. For grades 7-12. Poland, 2 p.m., Jan. 27.
"Time to Get Toasty!" Count the number of marshmallows in the jar and win hot chocolate and marshmallows to help keep you warm this winter! For grades 7-12. East, South and West, library hours.
"You Can Dance!" Bring your friends and compete in a DDR (Dance Dance Revolution) competition. Prizes, refreshments. For grades 7-12. Boardman, 6:30 p.m., Jan. 3.
ADULT PROGRAMS
"Friends of PLYMC Meeting." Actress Monica Beasley-Martin brings African-American heroines and history to life through storytelling and dramatic performance at the Friends of the Public Library of Youngstown & amp; Mahoning County meeting. Main Library, 7 p.m., Jan. 17.
"Friends of the Library Meetings." To join or find out more, contact the Development Department at (330) 744-8636, ext. 118. Austintown, 10 a.m., Jan. 16; Boardman, 10 a.m., Jan. 8; Canfield, 6:30 p.m., Jan. 29; Main Library, 5:30 p.m., Jan. 8.
"CSI Y'Town." Join fans of mystery books, movies and TV to hear Dr. Bob Johnson speak about forensic dentistry. Boardman, 6:30 p.m., Jan. 16.
"Grant Center: Grant-Seeking Basics." The session is for representatives of nonprofit organizations who are new to the process and want to know more about the library's resources, or for those requiring a refresher. Register by calling (330) 744-8636 and pressing "2" at the phone prompt. Main Library, 9:30 a.m., Jan. 17.
"Lunch & amp; Learn: The History of Blacks in Broadcasting in the Mahoning Valley." Ode Aduma had 34 years experience as a reporter on local television before retiring in 2005. He'll bring his skills to his account of his own experiences and that of other news and music broadcasters in this area. Main Library, Noon-1 p.m., Jan. 9.
BLOOD DRIVE
"Humility of Mary Health Partners." Austintown, 2-6 p.m., Jan. 29.
BLOOD-PRESSURE SCREENINGS
"Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross." Austintown, 1-3 p.m., Jan. 17; Boardman, 12:30-3 p.m., Jan. 2; Struthers, 1-4 p.m., Jan. 16.
"'Original' Visiting Nurse Association." Main, 10 a.m.-Noon, Jan. 25; South, 1-3 p.m., Jan. 9; West, 1-3 p.m., Jan. 16.
BOOK SIGNINGS
"Hosted by the Friends Bookstore." The bookstore is located in the lower level of the Poland Library. Marion Urichich, author of "One in a Hundred Million," 7 p.m., Jan. 8; Bob Casey, author of "An Irish Experience," 7 p.m., Jan. 22.
CLOSINGS
The library will be closed on the following dates: Jan. 1 for New Year's Day; Jan. 15 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day (observed).
WARREN-TRUMBULL COUNTY
For more information, call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128. All programs are free and open to the public.
"Preschool Story Times." For ages 2-5 at Main, 7 p.m. Jan. 11, 18, 25. For ages 3-5 at Main, 1 p.m. Jan. 9, 16, 23 and 30; at Brookfield, 1 p.m. Jan. 9, 16, 23 and 30; at Liberty, 6 p.m. Jan. 10, 17, 24 and 31; at Cortland, 10:30 a.m. Jan. 10, 17, 24 and 31; at Howland, 10:30 a.m. Jan. 11, 18, and 25; at Lordstown, at 6 p.m. Jan. 8, 22 and 29. Themes change weekly.
"Toddler Tales." For toddlers ages 24-35 months. At Howland, at 10 a.m. Jan. 9, 16, 23 and 30. Registration required.
"Stories & amp; More Elementary Storytime." For grades K-2. At Howland, 11 a.m. Jan. 13. At Liberty, at 3 p.m. Jan. 13 Registration required.
"The Library League." For grades K-4. At Howland, at 3:15 p.m. Jan. 12, 19 and 26.
"Music and Movement." For ages 18-35 months. At Main, 10 a.m. Jan. 10, 17, 24 and 31. At 11 a.m. Jan. 10, 17, 24 and 31. Registration required. Registration begins Jan. 3 by calling (330) 399-8807, ext. 401. Space is limited.
"Charlotte's Web Program." For ages 6-12, Main, 2 p.m. Jan. 20. Celebrate the famous book and movie with activities, games and a craft. Registration is required. Sign up begins Jan. 12.
"Reading & amp; Other Forms of Art at the Butler in Howland." For ages 5-12, at 2 p.m. Jan. 20. Stories and an art activity.
"Book Discussion." At Main, 2 p.m. Jan. 11. Librarian Steve Svecz will lead a discussion on "Life and Death of Harriet Frean" by May Sinclair.
"Financial Aid for the College Bound." At Main, 6:30 p.m. Jan. 25. A discussion on how to apply for college financial aid.
"Coffee Master from Starbucks." At Main, 2 p.m. Jan. 28. A presentation in praise of coffee.
"Library Closings." Facilities will be closed on Jan. 15 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
MCKINLEY MEMORIAL
SPECIAL EVENTS
For information, call (330) 752-1704, except where noted.
"Getting Healthy: You Are What You Eat!" 11 a.m. Jan. 6. Presenter will be Cindy Perkins from Cindy's Health and Vitality Center. McKinley Birthplace Home Clayman Community Room. Call to register, ext. 212.
"Listen to the Experts: It's Your Future ... Be There Healthy." 6 p.m. Jan. 16. Presenter will be Dr. Robert Whetstone from WellnessOne of Warrenc community room. Call to register, ext. 202.
"Super Saturday Crafts." 10 a.m. Jan. 20. Ages: all ages. No regstration required. McKinley Memorial Auditorium. Call ext. 214.
BOOK CLUBS
"Eager Readers Book Club: Young Cam Jansen & amp; Pizza Shop." 2 p.m. Jan. 14. Grades 1-3. Registration preferred. McKinley Memorial Library Children's Room. Call ext. 214.
"McKIDley Book Club: The Great Brain." 2:30 p.m. Jan. 14. Grades 3-5. Registration preferred. Children's room. Call to register, ext. 214.
"Teen Book Club: The Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp." 3 p.m. Jan. 14. Grades 6-12. Registration preferred. Children's room. Call to register, ext. 214.
"Romance Readers' Book Club." 6:30 p.m. Jan. 18. Community room. Call ext. 207.
STORY TIMES
"StoryTime: Snow." 10:30 a.m. Jan. 9. Preschool and kindergarten. No registration. McKinley Memorial Auditorium. Call ext. 214.
"StoryTime: Snow." 6:30 p.m. Jan. 11. All ages. No registration. Auditorium. Call ext. 214.
"StoryTime: Penguins." 10:30 a.m. Jan. 16. Preschool and kindergarten. No registration. Auditorium. Call ext. 214.
"StoryTime: Penguins." 6:30 p.m. Jan. 18. All ages. No registration. Auditorium. Call for more information, (330) 652-1704 ext. 214.
"StoryTime: Sweet Tooth." 10:30 a.m. Jan. 23. Preschool and kindergarten. No registration. Auditorium. Call ext. 214.
"StoryTime: Sweet Tooth." 6:30 p.m. Jan. 25. All ages. No registration. Auditorium. Call ext. 214.
"StoryTime: Groundhog Day." 10:30 a.m. Jan. 30. Preschool and kindergarten. No registration. Auditorium. Call ext. 214.
"BabyTime." 10 a.m. Jan. 27. Ages: 6-24 months. Registration is preferred. Auditorium. Call ext. 214.
"ToddlerTime." 10:30 a.m. Jan. 27. Ages: 2-3 years old. Registration is preferred. Auditorium. Call ext. 214.
COMPUTER CLASSES
"Basic Computers Computer Class." 10 a.m. Jan. 11. Registration McKinley Birthplace Home Computer Lab. Call ext. 212.
"Beginning Email Computer Class." 10 a.m. Jan. 13. Registration required. Computer lab. Call ext. 212.
"Beginning Internet Computer Class." 3 p.m. Jan. 16. Registration required. Computer lab. Call ext. 212.
"Beginning Microsoft Publisher Computer Class." 10 a.m. Jan. 24. Registration required. Computer lab. Call to register or for more information, ext. 212.
"Beginning Microsoft Excel Computer Class." 1 p.m. Jan. 25. Registration required. Computer lab. Call ext. 212.
HOLIDAY HOURS
Closed Jan. 15 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.