Youngstown & Mahoning County
Youngstown & Mahoning County
Children’s Programs
“Celebrity Pajama Jam: Sleepy-Time Fun for the Family.” Put on your PJs, bring out the whole family and listen to bedtime stories read by Mrs. Borovitcky, principal of Dobbins Elementary. Poland, 7-7:30 p.m., Nov. 24.
“Creation Station: A Make-and-Take Craft Program.” For children of all ages at Brownlee Woods, Campbell and Struthers. For school-age children at Austintown. Austintown, Nov.; Brownlee Woods, Nov. 19 (holiday program); Campbell, Nov. 18 (Holiday Program); Struthers, Nov. 17 (Holiday Program).
“Family Story Time: Food! Glorious Food!” Celebrate the season with family and food at the library. Enjoy food-related stories and songs and create a snack of your own. Ingredients provided. For toddlers to third-graders. Children younger than 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up. Main Library, 7 p.m., Nov. 11.
“Fun Time for 4s and 5s.” Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (age 4-5) become a successful reader. Austintown, 10 a.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25; Boardman, 10 a.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 (holiday program on Nov. 25); Canfield, 1:30 p.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 (holiday program on Nov. 25); Main Library, 10 a.m., Nov. 13 (Program: “On the Go”) & Nov. 20 (Program: “I Like to Eat Apples and Bananas”); Poland, 1 p.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 (Holiday Program on Nov. 25); Springfield, 10:30 a.m., Nov. 6.
“Gotta Move Story Time!” Stories and games for ages 2-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 11 a.m., Nov. 13.
“Guess ’N’ Go – Do You Know?” Guess the number of items in the jar. Closest guess wins. For grades 6 and below. Poland, Nov. 1-15; Springfield, Nov. 1-15.
“Hey Kids! – Rock the Vote, Part II.” We received nominations for your favorite book characters and narrowed it down to the top five. Now it’s time for you to vote and determine a winner! For grades 6 and below. Poland, Nov. 1-10; Springfield, Nov. 1-10.
“I Am Thankful For … .” Show and tell us what YOU are thankful for by bringing in a photo or drawing a picture and writing a sentence or two about it. All entries will receive a prize and be displayed in the library until Nov. 29. For children of all ages. Boardman, Nov. 17-22.
“Imagine With Us: Stories and Art at the Butler Institute of American Art.” Just up the road from Main Library at The Butler Institute of American Art, one of our children’s librarians 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 children ages 12 and younger. The Butler Institute of American Art, 1:30-3 p.m., Nov. 16.
“Kids’ Club: Turkey Tales.” Stories, games and a craft for grades K-3. Main Library, 4 p.m., Nov. 19.
“Pajamarama! Thanksgiving Style!” Make Thanksgiving crafts and more for children of all ages. Wear your PJs. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 6:30 p.m., Nov. 17.
“Something Special: Thanksgiving Style.” Holiday stories and a craft for ages 4-5. Sebring, 10 a.m., Nov. 20.
“Tales to Tails.” Sign up to read aloud to a registered therapy dog, which helps develop reading skills, promotes confidence and encourages a love of reading. 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, registered Delta Society therapy dogs. Sign up is required by calling (330) 757-1852, extension 105. Poland, 6-7:30 p.m., Nov. 13.
“Thanksgiving Trivia!” How much do you know about Thanksgiving? Take our quiz to find out. Highest score wins a prize. For grades K-6. East, Nov. 10-21; South, Nov. 10-21; West, Nov. 10-21.
“Thanksgiving Turkey Tales.” Talk turkey and strut into the library for stories, songs and a craft. For ages 2-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up. West, 4:30 p.m., Nov. 5.
“Tiger Tales: Favorite Stories and Fun!” Holiday stories and more fun for children of all ages. Springfield, 11 a.m., Nov. 22.
“Trim a Tree for Nov..” Decorate an ornament for our all-seasons tree. For children of all ages. Poland, Nov.; Springfield, Nov..
“The ‘T’s’ Have It: Thanksgiving, Turkeys and Trivia!” Try our trivia contest and you might win a prize! For children of all ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Canfield, Nov. 17-26; Sebring, Nov. 17-26.
“Tween Scene: Got Game?” Bring your favorite board game to the Library or bring a friend to enjoy games and snacks. Get to know your librarian and tell her what future programs you want! Refreshments provided. For grades 4-6. Sign up. Main Library, 4-5 p.m., Nov. 5.
Baby Brilliant Programs for Children
“Bonding With Babies and Books.” Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your baby (age 6-23 months) become a successful reader. Babies must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 10 a.m., Nov. 13; Boardman, 10 a.m., Nov. 6; Canfield, 10 a.m., Nov. 17; Poland, 10 a.m., Nov. 5, 8, 12, 19, 26; West, 10:30 a.m., Nov. 13.
“Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s.” Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (age 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 10 & 11 a.m., Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26; Boardman, 10 a.m., Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26 (Holiday Program on Nov. 26); Canfield, 10 a.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 (Holiday Program on Nov. 25); Main Library, 10 a.m., Nov. 6 (Program: On the Go); Poland, 10 a.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25.
Baby Brilliant Programs for Adults
“Sharing Books With Pre-Readers.” Learn appropriate activities to help your children as they develop and expand their pre-reading skills. For parents, teachers and caregivers of children ages 4-5. Sign up. Boardman, 10 a.m.-Noon, Nov. 15.
TeenXTreme Programs
“Movie Premiere Party: It’s ‘Twilight’ Time!” The movie based on Stephenie Meyer’s book “Twilight” comes out this month, so celebrate with us! Using the winning design from our September T-shirt contest, you can create a T-shirt that’s all your own and stay for games, quizzes, music and food only vampires could love. Plus, enter to win tickets to the movie’s premiere on Nov. 21!SNbSFor grades 7-12. Registration is limited and required by Nov. 4. Funded by the Frank & Pearl Gelbman Charitable Trust - Huntington Bank, the Wal-Mart Literacy Grant and the Friends of the Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County. Poland, 6:30 p.m., Nov. 6.
“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 just in time for the holidays. You have the months of Nov. and December to qualify. For grades 7-12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. East, Nov.; South, Nov.; West, Nov..
“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., Nov. 12 & 26; Campbell, 4:30 p.m., Nov. 4 & 11; Struthers, 4:30 p.m., Nov. 10 & 24.
“TAB: Teen Advisory Board.” Want to meet new people? Have ideas for future teen events and programs? Need service credits? Like free snacks? Check us out at the TAB meeting the first Wednesday of the month. For grades 7-12. Boardman, 6:30 p.m., Nov. 5.
“Wacky World Records.” Guess some of these incredibly wacky and astounding world records, and have some laughs along the way. You could win a prize! For grades 7-12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Canfield, Nov.; Sebring, Nov..
“‘Wii’ Want to Play @ the Library.” “Wii” are playing around at Main Library. Stop in and try out Guitar Hero or compete with Wii sports. Bring a friend and show ’em who’s boss! Snacks provided. For grades 7-12. Main Library, 4 p.m., Nov. 11.
“Yu-Gi-Oh! @ Your Library!” Bring your deck and trade cards or duel with your friends. We’ll have snacks! For grades 7-12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Austintown, 6:30 p.m., Nov. 10.
Adult Programs
“Business & Investment Center.” Join librarians from the Library’s Information Services department for a demonstration of the following databases: D&B Million Dollar Database, DemographicsNow Library Edition, and ReferenceUSA (Business, HealthCare, New Businesses, and Residential modules). Registration is required; call (330) 744-8636 and press “2” at the prompt. Main Library, 6:30 p.m., Nov. 17.
“Community Diversity Program Series: Dispelling the Myths of Native Americans.” The Pipe family of Austintown offers a Native American presentation as father, Herman Pipe, facilitates a discussion about the misconceptions of their culture. For more information or to register, contact the Library’s development office at (330) 744-8636, ext. 118. Main Library, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Nov. 25.
“Genealogy for Beginners.” If you are thinking about researching your family history, but aren’t sure where to start, you’ll want to attend this class for beginners. Registration is required; call (330) 744-8636 and press “2” at the prompt. Main Library, 9:30-11 a.m., Nov. 8.
“Grant Center: Introduction to the Foundation Directory Online.” Learn to create customized searches that develop targeted lists of foundations matching your organization’s funding needs, and search for grants made by top funders. Registration is required; call (330) 744-8636 and press “2” at the prompt. Main Library, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Nov. 1.
“Grant Center: Introduction to Fundraising Planning.” Jimeka Holloway, training coordinator at the Foundation Center, Cleveland, will explain how to analyze your organization and develop a fundraising plan that includes a variety of revenue sources. Registration is required; call (330) 744-8636 and press “2” at the prompt. Main Library, 10:30 a.m., Nov. 5.
“Grant Center: Proposal Writing Basics.” Designed for new proposal writers or for those requiring a refresher, this program provides the basics of proposal writing for a nonprofit organization. Registration is required; call (330) 744-8636 and press “2” at the prompt. Main Library, 6:30 p.m., Nov. 13.
“Lunch and Learn: Dana School of Music in Concert.” In what has become an annual tradition, one of the very talented ensembles from the Dana School of Music will perform. This is always an hour of pure delight. Come, sit back and enjoy! Bring a brown-bag lunch; coffee is provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County. Main Library, Noon-1 p.m., Nov.11.
“Women’s Book Discussion Group.” The group meets every second and fourth Monday of each month. The bookstore is located in the lower level of the Poland Library. For information, call (330) 744-8636, extension 118. Friends of PLYMC Bookstore, Poland, 7 p.m., Nov. 10 & 24.
Blood-Pressure Screenings
“Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross.” Austintown, 1-3 p.m., Nov. 19; Boardman, 12:30-3 p.m., Nov. 3; Poland, 1-4 p.m., Nov. 25; Struthers, 1-4 p.m., Nov. 18.
“‘Original’ Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning Co.” East, 2-3 p.m., Nov. 4; Main Library, 10 a.m.-Noon, Nov. 20; South, 2-3 p.m., Nov. 11; West, 1-3 p.m., Nov. 18.
Special Event
“Deal for Library Patrons: ‘The Nutcracker’ by Ballet Western Reserve.” Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County patrons can save $1 off festival (general admission) seats and $1.50 off reserved seats for the Ballet Western Reserve’s 1 p.m. performance of “The Nutcracker” on Nov. 22. To receive the discount, present your library card at the Powers Auditorium box office on the day of the show. Powers Auditorium, Youngstown, 1 p.m., Nov. 22.
Library Closing
The Library is closed Nov. 27 for Thanksgiving.
WARREN-TRUMBULL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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
“Junior Genius.” For children ages 3-5. Science exploration program with a “Mirror, Mirror” theme. (330) 399-8807 ext. 401; call to sign up. Main Library, 11 a.m., Nov. 1.
“Books & Beyond.” Adventures in reading for children in grades K-4. Lordstown Branch Library, 5 p.m., Nov. 3 and 17.
“Toddler Tales.” Story time for ages 1 and 2. (330) 856-2011 ext. 106; call to sign up. Howland Branch Library, 9:45 a.m. and also 11 a.m., Nov. 3, 10, and 24.
“Bookmarkers Club.” For children in grades 3-6. Book and movie club including refreshments and activities related to a story read aloud. Liberty Branch Library, 5:30 p.m., Nov. 3 and 10.
“Preschool Story Time.” Weekly themed story time for ages 3-5. Main Library, 1 p.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, and 25.
“Music and Movement.” Songs and rhymes for children ages 19-35 months. (330) 399-8807 ext. 401; call to sign up. Main Library, 10 a.m. and also 11 a.m., Nov. 5, 12, 19, and 26.
“Evening Story Time.” Weekly themed story time for ages 2-5. Main Library, 6:30 p.m., Nov. 6, 13, and 20.
“Baby Time.” Rhymes and songs for babies ages 6-18 months. (330) 399-8807 ext. 401; call to sign up. Main Library, 11 a.m., Nov. 7 and 21.
“Preschool Story Time.” “Birthday Bash” themed stories and craft for ages 3-5. Lordstown Branch Library, 6 p.m., Nov. 10; Brookfield Branch Library, 1 p.m., Nov. 11; Cortland Branch Library, 1:30 p.m., Nov. 12; Howland Branch Library, 10:30 a.m., Nov. 14.
“Family Story Time.” For children of all ages and their families. Liberty Branch Library, 6 p.m., Nov. 12 and 19.
“Library League.” Adventures in reading for children in grades K-4. Howland Branch Library, 3:15 p.m., Nov. 14 and 21.
“Bookmarkers Movie Day.” For children in grades 3-6. Watch the film based on the book “The Spiderwick Chronicles” by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black. Liberty Branch Library, 1 p.m., Nov. 15.
“Reading & Other Forms of Art.” For ages 5-12. An interactive family program combining reading and art in a museum setting. Trumbull Branch of the Butler Institute of American Art, 9350 East Market St., Howland, 2 p.m., Nov. 15.
“Game Day @ the Library.” For ages 8 -12. A variety of games will be set up including DDR, board games, and more! (330) 399-8807 ext. 401; call to sign up. Main Library, 2 p.m., Nov. 15.
“New Release Family Movie Night.” For children of all ages and their families. See the 2008 computer-animated movie about an environmentally friendly robot on the day the film is released to DVD (rated G). Liberty Branch Library, 6 p.m., Nov. 18.
“Preschool Story Time.” “Jammin’ in My Jammies” themed stories and craft for ages 3-5. Brookfield Branch Library, 1 p.m., Nov. 18; Cortland Branch Library, 1:30 p.m., Nov. 19; Howland Branch Library, 10:30 a.m., Nov. 21.
“Preschool Story Time.” “Family & Friends” themed stories and craft for ages 3-5. Lordstown Branch Library, 6 p.m., Nov. 24; Brookfield Branch Library, 1 p.m., Nov. 25; Cortland Branch Library, 1:30 p.m., Nov. 26; Howland Branch Library, 10:30 a.m., Nov. 28.
TEEN PROGRAMS
“Game On for Teens.” Board games, DDR, and more. Main Library, 3-4:30 p.m., Nov. 6.
“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 Library, 3 p.m., Nov. 8.
“Twilight Party.” A celebration of the world created by Stephenie Meyer in her “Twilight” Book Series. Games, crafts, snacks, and trivia contest. Main Library, 6 p.m., Nov. 20.
“Teen Central Anime Club.” Opportunity for teens to view and discuss this increasingly popular format. Main Library, 3 p.m., Nov. 22.
ADULT PROGRAMS & SPECIAL EVENTS
“Book Discussion.” “The Paper Marriage,” by Susan Kay Law. Main Library, 2 p.m., Nov. 13.
“Library Catalog Class.” Learn how to search and place holds on items in the library’s online catalog. (330) 399-8807 ext. 400; call to sign up. Main Library, 2 p.m., Nov. 13.
“Small Business Seminar.” Representatives from SCORE, Counselors to America’s Small Business, will provide information on how to develop a business plan, create a marketing plan, and utilize technology for a new or existing small business. (330) 399-8807 ext. 138; call to sign up. Main Library, 9 a.m. to noon, Nov. 15.
“Career Database Class.” Learn how to use online database to assess career interests, search for potential schools and jobs, and find financial aid. (330) 399-8807 ext. 400; call to sign up. Main Library, 6 p.m., Nov. 18.
“Health Database Class.” Learn how to use online databases to find health information. (330) 399-8807 ext. 400; call to sign up. Main Library, 2 p.m., Nov. 19.
“Book-to-Movie Discussion Series.” View a film based on Robert Ludlum’s book “The Bourne Supremacy,” then join in a discussion of the movie and the book that inspired it. Liberty Branch Library, 1 p.m., Nov. 22.
“New Release Movie Night.” See this 2008 superhero film starring Will Smith on the day it is released to DVD (rated PG-13). Liberty Branch Library, 5 p.m., Nov. 25.
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS
“Concord Care Center of Hartford.” At the Brookfield Branch Library, 10 a.m.-noon, Nov. 11; at the Howland Branch Library, 10-11 a.m., Nov. 13; at the Main Library, 10-11 a.m., Nov. 10; and at the Cortland Branch Library, 10-11 a.m., Nov. 20.
“Liberty EMTs.” At the Liberty Branch Library, 10-10:30 a.m., Nov. 24.
LIBRARY HOURS
“Library Closings.” All Warren-Trumbull County Public Library facilities will close at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 26 (except for the Lordstown Branch Library which will close at 5 p.m.). All locations will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. This includes the Main Library in Warren, branch libraries in Brookfield, Cortland, Howland, Liberty, and Lordstown, and Bookmobile and Homebound services.