Sunday, March 30, 2008
Youngstown Mahoning County
“Join the Circle of Knowledge @ Your Library” during National Library Week, April 13-19.
Children’s Programs
“A-Maze-ing Earth Day” Find your way through a maze for a chance to win a prize. All ages, sponsored by Friends of the Library. Canfield, library hours, April 21-26; Greenford, library hours, April 21-24; Sebring, library hours, April 21-26.
“Author Visit: Bobbie Hinman” Author Bobbie Hinman will visit Main at 10 a.m. April 4 to read and sign her book, “The Knot Fairy.” The next day, she will appear at the Youngstown Area Book Fair at Mill Creek MetroParks. Hinman’s inspiration for the book, a whimsical explanation for waking with tangles, came while brushing her grandchildren’s hair. For families of children ages preschool to second grade. Main, 10 a.m., April 4.
“Berenstain Bears Family Fun” Stories, games and a craft for ages 4-8. Sign up. Boardman, 7 p.m., April 29.
“Calling All Tweens!” For National Poetry Month, tell a silly poem and win a silly prize. For grades 4-6. Main, library hours, April.
“Celebrity Pajama Jam: Sleepy-Time Fun for the Family” Put on your PJs, and listen to bedtime stories read by Mrs. Kijowski, principal of Holy Family School. Poland, 7-7:30 p.m., April 28.
“Come and Join the Fun” Stories and more for ages 4-5. Austintown, 10 a.m., April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Boardman, 1 p.m., April 2, 9*, 16, 23, 30; Canfield, 1:30 p.m., April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Main, 10 a.m., April 3 (Program: Counting on Each Other) & April 17 (Program: Sing for Spring); Poland, 1 p.m., April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; *“Maisy” stories and craft.
“Creation Station: A Make-and-Take Craft Program” For grades K-6. Austintown, library hours, April (Program: Crafty Springtime); Brownlee Woods, 4-6 p.m., April 16 (Program: Space Mobile); Campbell, 4-6 p.m., April 15 (Program: Space Mobile); Struthers, 4-6 p.m., April 14 (Program: Space Mobile); East, library hours, April 7-10.
“Family Story Time: Feeling Silly” Stories, games and a craft for all ages. Main, 7 p.m., April 8.
“Guess ’N’ Go – Do You Know?” Guess the number of items in the jar. Closest guess wins! For grades 6 and younger. Poland, library hours, April 1-15; Springfield, library hours, April 1-15.
“I Pity the Fool …” Don’t be an April fool! Come and join our trivia game! Winner gets a prize. For grades 1-4. South, 4:30 p.m., April 15; West, 4 p.m., April 21.
“Imagine With Us: Stories and Art at The Butler Institute of American Art” At the Butler, a librarian and a museum art educator will help children become master readers and create masterpieces through a story time and art activity. The program will focus on one of the museum’s major exhibits or works. Open to families of ages 12 and younger. The Butler, 1 p.m., April 20.
“Kids’ Club: Silly Is As Silly Does” Stories, games and a craft for grades K-3. Main, 4 p.m., April 23.
“Pajamarama!” Stories and a craft for all ages. Wear pajamas and fuzzy slippers! Austintown, 6:30 p.m., April 17.
“Something Special” Stories and fun for ages 4-5. Sebring, 10 a.m., April 17.
“Spring Into Story Time” Stories and a craft for ages 4-5. West, 4:30 p.m., April 9.
“Tales to Tails” Read to a therapy dog, which helps develop reading skills, promotes confidence and encourages a love of reading. Readers in grades K-6 are welcome! Each session is 20 minutes. Bring a book of your choice. Dogs are provided by K-9’s for Compassion. Sign up, (330) 757-1852, ext. 105. Poland, 6-7:30 p.m., April 16.
“Tiger Tales: Favorite Stories and Fun!” Stories and more for all ages. Springfield, 11 a.m., April 26.
“Trim a Tree for April” Decorate an ornament for our all-seasons tree. For all ages. Poland, library hours, April; Springfield, library hours, April.
“Weather… or Not” Got a mind for meteorology? Savvy about storms? Think you know about thunder? Stop in and check out our weather quiz. Highest score wins a prize. For grades 4-6. East, library hours, April 7-17; South, library hours, April 8-19; West, library hours, April 7-19.
Baby Brilliant Programs for Children
“Tales for Toddlers” Stories and fun for early talkers, ages 2-3. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 10 a.m. 11 a.m., April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Boardman, 10 a.m., April 2, 9*, 16, 23, 30; Canfield, 10 a.m., April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Poland, 10 a.m., April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; *“Maisy” stories and craft.
“Time for Babies and Books.” Books, songs, rhymes and more. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 10 a.m. (6-23 months), April 10 & 24; Boardman, 9:30 a.m. (6-12 months) & 10:30 a.m. (13-23 months), April 3; Canfield, 10 a.m. (6-23 months), April 21; Main, 10 a.m. (6-23 months), April 5, 12, 19, 26; Poland, 10 a.m. (6-23 months), April 2, 9, 16, 19, 23, 30.
Baby Brilliant Program for Adults
“Sharing Books with Babies and Toddlers” Learn tips and techniques for sharing books with early talkers that will help your child develop critical prereading skills. For parents, teachers and caregivers of children up to 23 months. Sign up; call (330) 792-6982. Austintown, 7-9 p.m., April 15.
TeenXTreme Programs
“Guitar Lessons” 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., April 9, 11; Campbell, 4:30 p.m., April 1, 22; Struthers, 4:30 p.m., April 7, 21.
“Magnetic Poetry” Celebrate National Poetry Month by making your own magnetic poetry kit. We’ll have snacks. For grades 7-12. Sign up. Main, 4 p.m., April 29.
“Some Seriously Sweet Slang” Laugh out loud at these hilarious slang terms that have been used by American teens from the 1900s to the present. Correctly match each slang term to its proper meaning and you could win a prize! For grades 7-12. Canfield, library hours, April; Sebring, library hours, April.
“Switch It Up!” Decorate a light-switch plate and add your own personal style to your bedroom. Standard single-switch plates will be provided. Enjoy snacks, too! Then, have your parents install your newly decorated switch plate for you. For grades 7-12. Sign-up is required. Canfield, 3:30 p.m., April 10; Sebring, 3:30 p.m., April 8.
“TAB: Teen Advisory Board” Check us out at the monthly TAB (Teen Advisory Board). We meet the first Wednesday of the month. Newcomers are always welcome! For grades 7-12. Boardman, 6:30 p.m., April 2.
Adult Programs
“Business Investment Center: Small-Business Seminar” Learn important information for starting a successful business. Members of SCORE, Counselors to America’s Small Business, will address topics for those considering beginning a business. A librarian will discuss the library’s sources and services for business start-up and beyond. Registration is required; call (330) 744-8636 and press “2” at the prompt. Austintown, 6-8:30 p.m., April 14.
“CSI Y’Town” Hear Jim Fisher, former FBI agent and professor of criminal investigation, criminal law and forensic science at Edinboro University, discuss his newest true crime book, “Forensics Under Fire: Are Bad Science and Dueling Experts Corrupting Criminal Justice?” For more information, call (330) 744-8636, extension 118. Poland, 6:30 p.m., April 8.
“Genealogy Guest Presenter” Dr. Deborah A. Abbott, past president of the African-American Genealogical Society in Cleveland and now a member of the society’s travel and education committees, will discuss tips for genealogy research at the library. To register, call (330) 792-6982. Austintown, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., April 12.
“Grant Center: Grant-Seeking Basics With a Special Introduction to the Foundation Center Web Site” Learn how to become a more effective grant-seeker! This session geared to beginners provides instruction in foundation research and identification of potential funders. Registration is required; call (330) 744-8636 and press “2” at the prompt. Main, 9:30 a.m., April 22.
“Grant Center: Introduction to the Foundation Directory Online” This hourlong session provides a hands-on introduction to the Foundation Center’s Web subscription database. Sign up; call (330) 744-8636 and press “2” at the prompt. Main, 6:30 p.m., April 30.
“Lunch & Learn:‘Searching for Clues’ With Jim Fisher” Jim Fisher, former FBI agent and professor of criminal investigation, criminal law and forensic science at Edinboro University, will discuss his newest true crime book, “Forensics Under Fire: Are Bad Science and Dueling Experts Corrupting Criminal Justice?” For information, call (330) 744-8636, extension 118. Main, noon-1 p.m., April 8.
“Women’s Book Discussion Group” Women who enjoy reading and would like to meet others with the same interest are invited to the group, which focuses on a different book every few weeks. The group meets twice monthly. The bookstore is in the lower level at Poland. For information, call (330) 744-8636, ext. 118. Bookstore, Poland, 7 p.m., April 14 & 28.
Blood-Pressure Screenings
“Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross” Austintown, 1-3 p.m., April 16; Boardman, 12:30-3 p.m., April 7; Poland, 1-4 p.m., April 22; Struthers, 1-4 p.m., April 15.
“Original’ Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning Co.” East, 2-3 p.m., April 1; Main, 10 a.m.-Noon, April 24; South, 2-3 p.m., April 8; West, 1-3 p.m., April 15.
Free Tax Education
“The IRS Stimulus Payment: Educating Senior Citizens” Steve Phillips, an AARP volunteer trained and certified by the IRS, will briefly explain the IRS Stimulus Payment, who qualifies for it, what does and does not constitute qualifying income for it, and what steps qualifiers must take to receive the payment, including how to fill out and submit form 1040A. This will best benefit senior citizens who do not normally file a tax return. Sign up; call (330) 758-1414. Boardman, 10 a.m., April 4.
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.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
“Preschool Story Time.” “Spring Frolic” themed stories and craft for ages 3-5. Brookfield, 1 p.m., April 1; Cortland, 1 p.m., April 2; Liberty, 6 p.m., April 2; Howland, 10:30 a.m., April 3.
“Preschool Story Time.” “Spring Chickens” themed story time for ages 3-5. Main, 1 p.m., April 1.
“Toddler Tales.” For ages 24-35 months. (330) 856-2011; sign up. Howland, 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m., April 1, 8, 15 and 22.
“Music and Movement.” For ages 19-35 months. (330) 399-8807 ext. 401; sign up. Main, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., April 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30.
“Evening Story Time.” “Spring Chickens” themed story time for ages 2-5. Main, 7 p.m., April 3.
“Library League.” Adventures in reading for grades K-4. Howland, 3:15 p.m., April 4, 11, 18, and 25.
“Baby Time.” Rhymes and songs for ages 6-18 months. (330) 399-8807 ext. 401; sign up. Main, 11 a.m., April 5.
“Books and Beyond.” For grades K-3. (330) 856-2011; sign up. Lordstown, 4:45 p.m., April 7 and 21.
“Bookmarkers.” For grades 3-6. Join us weekly for a reading of “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” by C.S. Lewis. Liberty, 5:30 p.m., April 7, 14, 21 and 28.
“Preschool Story Time.” “Out & About” themed story time for ages 3-5. Main, 1 p.m., April 8.
“Preschool Story Time.” “The Deep Blue Sea” themed stories and craft for ages 3-5. Brookfield, 1 p.m., April 8; Cortland, 1 p.m., April 9; Liberty, 6 p.m., April 9; Howland, 10:30 a.m., April 10.
“Evening Story Time.” “Out & About” themed story time for ages 2-5. Main, 7 p.m., April 10.
“Black History Program.” For ages 6-12. Educator Janice Chappell will present stories, history, and artifacts related to black people who have made history. Main, 2 p.m., April 12.
“Preschool Story Time.” “Flower Power” themed stories and craft for ages 3-5. Lordstown, 6 p.m., April14; Brookfield, 1 p.m., April 15; Cortland, 1 p.m., April 16; Liberty, 6 p.m., April 16; Howland, 10:30 a.m., April 17.
“Preschool Story Time.” “Rainbow of Colors” themed story time for ages 3-5. Main, 1 p.m., April 15.
“Patio Pals.” For ages 6-12. Special activities and stories related to nature, gardening and weather. (330) 399-8807 ext. 401; sign up. Main, 4 p.m., April 16, 23 and 30.
“Evening Story Time.” “Rainbow of Colors” themed story time for ages 2-5. Main, 7 p.m., April 17.
“Junior Genius.” A hands-on science program for ages 3-5. Experiment with building. (330) 399-8807 ext. 401; sign up. Main, 11 a.m., April 19.
“Preschool Story Time.” “Playing Favorites” themed stories and craft for ages 3-5. Brookfield, 1 p.m., April 22; Cortland, 1 p.m., April 23; Liberty, 6 p.m., April 23; Howland, 10:30 a.m., April 24.
“Preschool Story Time.” “Under the Sea” themed story time for ages 3-5. Main, 1 p.m., April 22.
“Evening Story Time.” “Under the Sea” themed story time for ages 2-5. Main, 7 p.m., April 24.
“Drop-in Craft.” Craft for grades 1-4. Cortland, 5-6:30 p.m., April 28.
“Family Story Time.” A story and a craft for the whole family. Liberty, 6 p.m., April 30.
“Preschool Story Time.” “What Do People Do All Day?” themed stories and craft for ages 3-5. Main, 1 p.m., April 29.
TEEN PROGRAMS
“Teen Advisory Board.” For Trumbull County teens in grades 7-12 who have an interest in helping the library develop and promote programming and resources for teens. Main, 3 p.m., April 5.
“Teen Central Anime Club.” Opportunity for teens to view and discuss this increasingly popular format. Main, 3 p.m., April 19.
ADULT PROGRAMS
“Forensics Under Fire.” Former FBI Agent and nonfiction crime author Jim Fisher will talk about his new book, “Forensics Under Fire: Are Bad Science and Dueling Experts Corrupting Criminal Justice?” and will discuss the difficulties in diagnosing suspicious death, incompetent forensic scientists, and crime lab failures. Main, 6:30 p.m., April 9.
“Book Discussion.” “The Mapmaker’s Wife,” by Robert Whitaker. Main, 2 p.m., April 10.
“Rain Gardens: A Homeowner’s Solution to Storm Water Pollution.” Amy Reeher, Watershed Coordinator at the Trumbull Soil and Water Conservation District, will help you find out how you can deal with stormwater runoff and create a rain garden on your property. Brookfield, 6:30 p.m., April 17.
“Book and Movie Discussion Series.” View the 1993 film based on Thomas Keneally’s book “Schindler’s List,” then join in a discussion. Liberty, 1 p.m., April 19.
“Classic Adventures Double Feature.” View two films that influenced the Indiana Jones series. Main, 12 p.m. and 2 p.m., April 26.
SPECIAL EVENTS
“National Library Week.” Celebrate National Library Week. Brookfield, 2-5 p.m., April 17; Cortland, 5-7 p.m., April 16; Howland, 5-7 p.m., April 16; Liberty, 10 a.m. -2 p.m., April 15; Lordstown, 5-7 p.m., April 14; Main, 5-7 p.m., April 17.
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS
“Concord Care Center of Hartford.” Howland, 10-11 a.m., April 3; Brookfield, 10 a.m. to noon, April 1; Cortland, 10-11 a.m., April 10; Main, 10-11 a.m., April 14.
“EMTs of the Liberty Fire Department.” Liberty, 10-10:30 a.m., April 28.
THE MCKINLEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
For more information or to register, call (330) 652-1704 and the extension provided.
100TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL EVENT
“Harry Stevens, the Hot Dog King” 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 5. Presentation by Nick Spano of Warren. Community Room. Call for details. Registration is recommended but not required; ext. 212.
SPECIAL EVENT FOR EVERYONE
“National Library Week” April 13 – 19. Celebrate the benefits of a free public library. Visit the library daily for details.
BOOK SALE
Book Sale of withdrawn library materials and donated items. 5-7 p.m., April 10, for Friends of the Library members only (memberships sold at the door). 10 a.m-4 p.m., April 12, open to the public. 1-4 p.m., April 13, open to the public; ext. 204.
BOOK CLUBS
“Book Chat Book Club.” 6:30 p.m. April 2. Discussion group for those 18 and older. Community Room. Sign up, ext. 210.
“Romance Readers’ Book Club.” 6:30 p.m. April 17. Discussion group for those 18 and older. Community Room. Sign up, ext. 207.
CRAFT PROGRAM
“Card Design.” 1:30 p.m. April 19. Free craft program for those 18 and older. Design and make your own cards. Sign up, ext. 212.
COMPUTER CLASSES
“Intermediate Word.” 5:30–7:30 p.m. April 3. Free class focusing on more advanced functions of the software program Microsoft Word. Computer lab. Sign up, ext. 212.
“Basic Computers.” 10:00 am–12:00 p.m. April 9. Free class on using a computer. Computer lab. Sign up, ext. 212.
“Beginning Internet.” 10:00–11:30 a.m. April 15. Free class focusing on using the Internet. Computer lab. Sign up, ext. 212.
“Intermediate Internet.” 1:00–2:30 p.m. April 23. Free class on using more advanced features/searches on the Internet. Computer lab. Sign up, ext. 212.
STORYTIMES
“BabyTime.” 10:00 a.m. April 5 and 19. Program for children 6–24 months old and their caregivers featuring stories, fingerplays, movement, and other activities. Auditorium. Sign up, ext. 214.
“ToddlerTime.” 10:30 a.m. April 5 and 19. Program for children 2–3 years old and their caregivers featuring stories, fingerplays, movement, and other activities. Auditorium. Sign up, ext. 214.
“StoryTime.” 10:30 a.m. April 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29; and 6:30 p.m. April 3, 10, 17, and 24. Program for children of all ages and their caregivers featuring stories, movement and other activities. Auditorium. No registration is required; call ext. 214 for details.
Girard Free Library
For programs that require registration, call (330) 545-2508 and the extension if one is provided.
Children’s Programs Special Events
“Family Time.” 6:30 p.m. Mondays, all ages.
“Story Time.” 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, ages 3-6.
“Toddler Time.” 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, 2-year-olds accompanied by an adult.
“Baby Time.” 11 a.m. April 4 & 18
“National Library Week.” Celebrate this week with us and join in the festivities. April 13-19.
“Theatre To-Go.” Liberty High School’s Traveling Theatre performs during family-time hour, 6:30 p.m. April 14.
“Name Bracelets.” Create your own personalized bracelet., 4:30 p.m. April 17. You must register by April 14. Ages 12-18 can participate. Supplies and refreshments will be provided. “Alice in Wonderland.” Oakland Center for the Performing Arts presents this timeless classic, 1 p.m. April 19; for all ages.
“Make a Bird Feeder.” Bring your own plastic two-liter pop bottle. This family-oriented program is for all ages, and will be presented by the Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management District. Registration is a must. Call today or come in and sign up; 10 a.m. April 26.
Adult Programs & Special Events
“Book Discussion Group.” This month’s title is: “Silent Spring” by Rachel Carson. To join, contact facilitators Colleen Keller at ext. 22 or Norma Savany at ext. 11.; 6:30 p.m. April 2.
“Water Color Painting.” Let your artistic side shine through with this first of its kind program. Celesta Moran will be here to instruct you on how to paint with water color pencils. For ages 14 and up. Registration is a must. Refreshments; 6 p.m. April 14.
“What’s New in Technology.”.Shawn Walsh from North Eastern Ohio Regional Library System will be on hand for this informative program. You will learn more about new computer devices and software, etc. Sondra Fisher hosts and can answer your questions in more depth — just give her a call at ext. 20; 6:30 p.m. April 16.
“Pa. & Ohio Canals.” Wendell Lauth, retired educator and school superintendent, will present a program about the canals, which ran through Girard behind the old Ohio Leatherworks building. All are welcome to this colorful history of a long-forgotten waterway. Lauth is an active lecturer and author of several books; 2 p.m. April 20.
Newton Falls
For more information or to sign up, call (330) 872-1282.
Children’s programs
“Babybugs” Books, fingerplays and music for ages 6-30 months. 6 p.m. April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, and 10 a.m. April 2,9,16,23 30. Sign up.
“Story Time” For ages 2 Ω-5 years , Stories, games and activities followed by a craft time. 7 p.m. April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, and at 11 a.m. April 2,9,16,23 30. Sign up.
ADULT PROGRAMS
“The Brew Basket Book Club” will meet at the Brew basket on Broad Street to discuss “Sophie’s Choice” by Sara Gruen at 10 a.m. April 17.
“Book Discussion Group.” “Mountains Beyond Mountains” by Tracy Kidder, 6:30, April 23.
Teen programs
“The Anime and Manga Club” will meet from 2-4 p.m. April 30.
PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES
“Computer Tutor” Call and ask for Elizabeth to schedule your half-hour.
“National Library Week” will be celebrated April 13-19. The three “best loved” cards will win prizes, so exchange your old card for a new one and register to win! Visit the library to enter our Summer Reading “Game On @ the Library” preseason contests for children, teens, and adults.
LIBRARY HOURS
The Local History Room will be open the weekend of April 5-6.