Youngstown & Mahoning County

Youngstown & Mahoning County

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

“Celebrity Pajama Jam: Sleepy-Time Holiday Fun for the Family.” Put on your PJs, bring out the whole family and listen to bedtime stories with Santa Claus! Poland, 7-7:30 p.m., Dec. 22.

“Countdown to Christmas!” Get into the holiday spirit with stories, songs and a craft. Fun for the whole family. Preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up. West, 6 p.m., Dec. 17

“Creation Station: A Christmas Make-and-Take Craft Program.” All ages. Brownlee Woods, library hours, Dec. 17; Campbell, library hours, Dec. 16; East, library hours, Dec. 8-19; South, library hours, Dec. 8-19; Struthers, library hours, Dec. 15.

“Dec. Delights.” Holiday stories, a craft and tasty treat for ages 3-8.Boardman, 7 p.m., Dec. 11.

“Family Story Time: Togetherness.” Stories, games and a craft for families with toddlers to third-graders. Main, 7 p.m., Dec. 9.

“Fun Time for 4s and 5s.” Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader. at Main; children must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 10 a.m., Dec. 2, 9, 16; Boardman, 10 a.m., Dec. 2, 9 (Program: Parachute Play), 16; Canfield, 1:30 p.m., Dec. 2, 9, 23 (Holiday Program), 30; Main, 10 a.m., Dec. 11 (Program: A Box is Not Always a Box) & Dec. 18 (Program: Happy Holidays); Poland, 1 p.m., Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23 (Holiday Program), 30; Springfield, 10:30 a.m., Dec. 11 (Holiday Program).

“Fun With Flakes!” No two snowflakes are alike. Make your own original to take home. For all ages. Canfield, library hours, Dec. 8-13; Greenford, library hours, Dec. 8-11; Sebring, library hours, Dec. 8-13.

“Gotta Move Story Time!” When the book opens up do you have to get up and dance? Now’s your chance! Stories and games for ages 2-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 11 a.m., Dec. 11.

“Guess ’N’ Go – Do You Know?!” Guess the number of items in the jar. Closest guess wins. For grades 6 and below. Austintown, library hours, Dec.; Poland, library hours, Dec. 1-15; Springfield, library hours, Dec. 1-15.

“Happy Holidays!” It’s tinsel time, so stop in for stories, songs and a craft. For ages 2-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up. West, 4:30 p.m., Dec. 3.

“Hey, Kids! Happy Birthday, Dewey!” Help celebrate Melvil Dewey’s birthday by going on a Dewey Decimal search. Win a prize. For grades 6 and below. Poland, library hours, Dec.; Springfield, library hours, Dec.

“Holiday Happenings!” Stories, a craft and tasty treat for ages 2-5. Must be accompanied by an adult. Boardman, 10 a.m., Dec. 23 & 30

“A Holiday Puppet Show!” It’s a new tradition! Come join us for our second annual holiday puppet show! Children ages 2-6 must be accompanied by an adult. Refreshments will be served. Canfield, 10 a.m., Dec. 16.

“Kids’ Club: Marvelous Mittens.” Wear your favorite pair of gloves while you enjoy stories, games and a craft about some marvelous mittens. For grades K-3. Children younger than 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Main, 4 p.m., Dec. 17.

“Pajamarama Christmas Craft Night!” Wear your PJs. For all ages. Austintown, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 15.

“Something Special: Holiday Style.” Holiday stories and fun for ages 4-5. Sebring, 10 a.m., Dec. 18.

“Tales to Tails.” Sign up to read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Readers of all levels and abilities 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 is required; call (330) 757-1852, extension 105. Poland, 6-7:30 p.m., Dec. 4.

“Tiger Tales: Favorite Holiday Stories and Fun.” Stories and more fun for all ages. Springfield, 11 a.m., Dec. 20.

“Trim a Tree.” Decorate the children’s tree at Boardman with a holiday ornament or decorate an ornament for the all-seasons trees at Poland and Springfield. For all ages. Boardman, library hours, Dec.; Poland, library hours, Dec.; Springfield, library hours, Dec.

“Tween Scene: ‘City of Ember’ Celebration.” If you like “The Spiderwick Chronicles,” “The Chronicles of Narnia” or the “Golden Compass,” come hear about the “City of Ember.” Crafts, games and refreshments included. For grades 4-6. Sign up. Main, 4-5 p.m., Dec. 3.

BABY BRILLIANT PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

“Bonding With Babies and Books.” Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities to help your baby (age 6-23 months) become a successful reader. Babies must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 10 a.m., Dec. 11; Boardman, 10 a.m., Dec. 4; Canfield, 10 a.m., Dec. 15; Poland, 10 a.m., Dec. 3, 10, 13, 17; West, 10:30 a.m., Dec. 11.

“Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s.” Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities to help your child (age 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 10 a.m. & 11 a.m., Dec. 3, 10, 17; Boardman, 10 a.m., Dec. 3, 10 (Program: Parachute Play), 17 (Holiday Program); Canfield, 10 a.m., Dec. 2, 9, 23 (Holiday Program), 30; Main, 10 a.m., Dec. 4 (Program: Here Comes Winter); Poland, 10 a.m., Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23 (Holiday Program), 30.

TEENXTREME PROGRAMS

“Annual ‘Make a Gingerbread House’ With Chef Lynn Porch” Pastry Chef Lynn Porch of the library’s Chapters Caf will show you how to make your very own gingerbread house. Bring only your holiday spirit and creativity. For teens and adults. Sign up is required by Dec. 1. Austintown, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 4; Poland, 4 p.m., Dec. 3.

“Celebrate the Holidays!” Find the answers to our trivia questions and you could win a prize. For grades 7-12. East, library hours, Dec.; South, library hours, Dec.; West, library hours, Dec.

“Going to the YSU English Festival?” Not sure which book you want to read first? Get on track for the festival as we snack and talk our way through the books. For grades 7-9 at Boardman library and grades 10-12 at Main. Boardman, 4:30 p.m., Dec. 18; Main, 5:30 p.m., Dec. 11.

“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., Dec. 10; Campbell, 4:30 p.m., Dec. 9; Struthers, 4:30 p.m., Dec. 8.

“TAB: Teen Advisory Board.” Want to meet new people? Have ideas for future teen events and programs? Need service credits? Like free snacks? Then 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., Dec. 3.

“Tis the Season.” Guess the number of mints in our jar to be eligible for a prize. For grades 7-12. Canfield, library hours, Dec.; Sebring, library hours, Dec.

“Walkin’ in a ‘Nightmare’ Wonderland.” Test your knowledge of Tim Burton’s classic film, “The Nightmare before Christmas,” with our quiz. The highest score wins a prize. For grades 7-12. Main, library hours, Dec. 1-19.

ADULT PROGRAMS

“Friends of the library Meetings.” Friends of the library are special volunteers who give of their time and services to support the library. To join or find out more, call the library’s development office at 330-744-8636, extension 118. Austintown, 10 a.m., Dec. 15 (Program: “A Musical Christmas” by Cheri and Harold Blackman). Boardman, 10 a.m., Dec. 8 (Program: Christmas Party With the Seraphim Singers); Poland, 9:30 a.m., Dec. 2 (Program: “Songs by Two” With Pete Rukenbroder and Joy Dee Pamer).

“Women’s Book Discussion Group.” Women who enjoy reading and would like to meet others with the same interest are invited to participate in this discussion group, which focuses on a different book every few weeks. The group meets every second and fourth Monday of each month. The bookstore is in the lower level of the Poland library. For information, call the library’s development office at 330-744-8636, extension 118. Friends of PLYMC Bookstore, Poland, 7 p.m., Dec. 8, 22.

BLOOD DRIVE

“Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross, proudly serving the needs of St. Elizabeth Hospital.” Poland, 2-7 p.m., Dec. 10.

BLOOD-PRESSURE SCREENINGS

“Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross.” Austintown, 1-3 p.m., Dec. 17; Boardman, 12:30-3 p.m., Dec. 1; Poland, 1-4 p.m., Dec. 23; Struthers, 1-4 p.m., Dec. 16.

‘Original’ Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning Co.” East, 2-3 p.m., Dec. 2; South, 2-3 p.m., Dec. 9; West, 1-3 p.m., Dec. 16.

LIBRARY HOURS

Library closings: The library is closed the following dates: Dec. 24 for Christmas Eve; Dec. 25 for Christmas Day; Dec. 28; Dec. 31 for New Year’s Eve; Jan. 1 for New Year’s Day.

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

“Books & Beyond.” Adventures in reading for grades K-4. Lordstown, 5 p.m., Dec. 1 and 15.

“Toddler Tales.” Story time for ages 1 and 2. (330) 856-2011 ext. 106; sign up. Howland, 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m., Dec. 1, 8, and 15.

“Preschool Story Time.” Weekly themed story time for ages 3-5. Main, 1 p.m., Dec. 2 and 9.

“Preschool Story Time.” “Sing-a-Story” themed stories and craft for ages 3-5. Brookfield, 1 p.m., Dec. 2; Cortland, 1:30 p.m., Dec. 3; Howland 10:30 a.m., Dec. 5.

“Family Story Time.” For children of all ages and their families. Liberty, 6 p.m., Dec. 3, 10, and 17.

“Evening Story Time.” Weekly themed story time for ages 2-5. Main, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 4 and 11.

“Family Movie Night.” For children of all ages and their families. Dalmatians Pongo and Perdy (along with the help from some friends) must race to the rescue when their puppies are dognapped in this 1996 live action movie (rated G). Liberty, 6 p.m., Dec. 4.

“Baby Time.” Rhymes and songs for babies ages 6-18 months. (330) 399-8807 ext. 401; sign up. Main, 11 a.m., Dec. 5.

“Library League.” Adventures in reading for grades K-4. Howland 3:15 p.m., Dec. 5 and 12.

“Family Movie Day.” For children of all ages and their families. Fantasy adventure movie in which the Pevensie children return to Narnia and discover that even though it has only been a short time in their world, hundreds of years have passed since they ruled there (rated PG). Liberty, 1 p.m., Dec. 6.

“Drop-In Holiday Craft.” For ages 5-12. Make and take home an easy holiday ornament. Main, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Dec. 6.

“Preschool Story Time.” “Teddy Tales” themed stories and craft for ages 3-5. Lordstown, 6 p.m., Dec. 8; Brookfield, 1 p.m., Dec. 9; Cortland, 1:30 p.m., Dec. 10; Howland, 10:30 a.m., Dec. 12.

“Family Movie Night.” For children of all ages and their families. Liberty, 6 p.m., Dec. 9.

“Lunch Bunch.” For ages 8–12. Book talk, games, and other activities. Bring a sack lunch and be ready to discuss “The Tale of Desperaux” by Kate DiCamillo. (330) 399-8807 ext. 401; sign up. Main, 11:30 a.m., Dec. 13.

“Family Movie Day.” For children of all ages and their families. Enjoy two animated holiday movies (rated G). Liberty, 1 p.m., Dec. 13.

“Preschool Story Time.” “Let’s Celebrate!” themed stories and craft for ages 3-5. Brookfield, 1 p.m., Dec. 16; Cortland, 1:30 p.m., Dec. 17; Howland, 10:30 a.m., Dec. 19.

TEEN PROGRAMS

“Game On for Teens.” Board games, DDR, and more. Main, 3-4:30 p.m., Dec. 4.

“Teen Central Anime Club.” Opportunity for teens to view and discuss this increasingly popular format. Main, 3 p.m., Dec. 6.

ADULT PROGRAMS & SPECIAL EVENTS

“Vocal Alliance.” The barbershop quartet will share songs of the season during this performance for all ages. Howland 6:30 p.m., Dec. 3.

“Book Discussion.” Discussion of “Kabul Beauty School: An American Woman Goes Behind the Veil,” by Deborah Rodriguez. Main, 2 p.m., Dec. 11.

“Crunch! A History of the Potato Chip.” Author Dirk Burhans discusses his book. Displays of vintage potato chip packaging and memorabilia, chip tasting, plus collector card packs. Howland ,3 p.m., Dec. 13.

“Liberty High School Musical Quartets.” Performances by Liberty High School’s Saxophone Quartet and the Flute Quartet. Liberty, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Dec. 15.

“New Release Movie Night.” See a 2008 musical starring Meryl Streep on the day it is released to DVD (rated PG-13). Liberty, 5 p.m., Dec. 16.

“Book-to-Movie Discussion Series.” View a film based on John Grisham’s book “Skipping Christmas,” then join in a discussion of the movie and the book that inspired it. Liberty, 1 p.m., Dec. 20.

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS

“Concord Care Center of Hartford.” Brookfield, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Dec. 2; Howland 10-11 a.m., Dec. 4; Main, 10-11 a.m., Dec. 8; and Cortland, 10-11 a.m., Dec. 11.

“Liberty EMTs.” Liberty, 10-10:30 a.m., Dec. 22.

library Hours

Library closings: All Warren-Trumbull County Public library facilities will be closed Dec. 24, Dec. 25, Dec. 28, and Dec. 31 for the holidays. This includes the Main library in Warren, branch libraries in Brookfield, Cortland, Howland, Liberty, and Lordstown, and Bookmobile and Homebound services.

MCKINLEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY

For more information or to register, call (330) 652-1704 and the extension provided.

ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS

“Take a Break: White House Christmas Traditions.” 1:00-2:00 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3. Free. Feel free to bring your lunch; beverages will be provided. Clayman Community Room at the McKinley Birthplace Home. Registration is requested but not required. Call for details, ext. 212.

“Holiday Open House.” Dec. 6. 1-4 p.m. Christmas program, musical entertainment, light refreshments. Free. Registration not required. Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult. McKinley Birthplace Home & Research Center. Call ext. 212.

“Community Giving Tree.” Patrons are asked to select a Niles Community Services ornament from the McKinley library Christmas tree, purchase a gift for a child in need, and return the wrapped item to the library by Dec. 15. Call ext. 202.

BOOK CLUBS

“Book Chat Book Club.” 6:30 p.m., Dec. 3. For those 18 and older. Community room in the home. Call to register, ext. 210.

“Romance Readers’ Book Club.” 6:30 p.m. Date to be determined. Romance book discussion group for those 18 and older. Community room in the home. Call to register, ext. 205.

“McKIDley Book Club.” 6:30 p.m. Dec. 9. For kids in third and fourth grades. Children’s room at library. Call to register, ext. 214.

“Eager Readers Book Club.” 6:30 p.m. Dec. 10. For kids in first and third grades. Children’s room at library. Call ext. 214.

STORYTIMES

“StoryTime.” Dec. 1 at 1:30 p.m,; 10:30 am: Dec. 2, 9, and 16; and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.: Dec. 4, 11, and 18. Program for children ages 4 and 5 and their caregivers featuring stories, songs, and an activity related to the week’s theme. McKinley Memorial Auditorium. Registration is not required; call ext. 214.

“1-2-3 Look at Me BabyTime.” 10:00 am. Dec. 6. Program for 6–24 months old and their caregivers featuring rhymes, rattling, and shaking as books and music are introduced to participants. Auditorium. Registration is requested but not required; call ext. 214.

“1-2-3 Look at Me ToddlerTime.” 10:30 am. Dec. 6. Program for children 2–3 years old and their caregivers featuring stories, fingerplays, movement, and other activities. Auditorium. Registration is requested but not required; call ext. 214.

OTHER ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS & TEENS

“Anim Group Meeting.” 6:30 p.m. Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30. Discussion group for 13- to 17-year-old kids interested in Anim . Auditorium. Call to register, ext. 214.

“Books with Santa.” 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 13. Visit with Santa, receive a small gift, and enjoy a continental breakfast. Auditorium. Prior registration is required; tickets required to attend; call ext. 214.

LIBRARY HOURS

Library closings: McKinley Memorial library, McKinley Memorial Museum, and McKinley Birthplace Home will be closed for Dec. 24, Dec. 25, Dec. 31, and Jan. 1, 2009.

GirarD Free Library

Regularly Scheduled Story Times

“Family Time.” 6:30 p.m., all ages Dec. 1, 8 & 15.

“Story Time.” 10:30 a.m., ages 3-6. Dec. 3, 10 & 17.

“Toddler Time.” 10:30 a.m. 2-year-olds accompanied by an adult. Dec. 4, 11 & 18.

“Baby Time.” 11 a.m., Dec. 5, 19.

Children’s Programs & Special Events

“Holiday Fun.” 6 p.m. Dec. 8. Geared for children up to age 12. Join us for this fun-filled annual event, and kick off the holiday season this year with your families! As always, pictures with Santa provided by our Friends group. Enjoy crafts to make and snacks, too! Music by GHS Band & Choir! All are welcome.

“Make a Gingerbread House.” 1 p.m. Dec. 13. Supplies will be provided for this event for children ages 6-12. Snacks too! Registration is necessary.

“Christmas Flicks.” 1 and 5 p.m. Dec. 22. Two favorite holiday classics, “A Christmas Story” at 1 p.m. and “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” at 5 p.m. will be shown in our conference room for young adults. Popcorn will be provided. Admission is free. Only two shows to run 94 minutes and 75 minutes respectively. No sign ups.

Adult Programs & Special Events

“Book Discussion Group.” 6:30 p.m. Dec. 3. “Rebecca” by Daphne DuMaurier. To join, contact facilitators Colleen Keller at ext. 22 or Norma Savany at ext. 11.

LIBRARY HOURS

Library closed: Dec. 24, 25, 26 and the 31st, New Year’s Eve at 3 p.m.