PUBLIC LIBRARIES | March schedule

PUBLIC LIBRARY OF YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS CELEBRATING ST. PATRICK’S DAY

“Creation Station: A Make-and-Take Craft Program.” Make a Lucky Shamrock, grades K-6. Austintown, March 1-17; Brownlee Woods, 4-7 p.m., March 18; Campbell, 4-7 p.m., March 17; Struthers, 4-7 p.m., March 16.

“Do You Have the Luck O’ the Irish?” Find your way through the paper shamrock maze and you could win a prize. All ages. Canfield and Sebring, March 16-21.

“Green Galore!” Stories, songs and a craft, ages 2-5. Must be accompanied by an adult. Register. West, 1:30 p.m., March 11.

“Leapin’ Library Leprechaun.” The Library Leprechaun has misplaced his pot of gold; help him find it. Be entered in our prize drawing. Newport and West, March 9-21.

“Smart Money Family Story Time: Green and Lucky — Money!” Explore St. Pat’s legends of luck that address basic, real-life money issues. Each child will receive a piggy bank. For families with babies to sixth-graders. Under age 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Main, 7 p.m., March 17.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

“Celebrity Pajama Jam: Sleepy-Time Fun for the Family.” Put on your PJs, bring the family, listen to bedtime stories read by Mrs. Smallhoover, principal of Poland Union Elementary School. All ages. Poland, 7-7:30 p.m., March 30.

“Family Fun Story Time.” Stories, a craft and more for all ages. Register. East, 1 p.m., March 28; Newport, 1 p.m., March 7.

“Fun Time for 4s and 5s.” Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities. At Main and Newport, must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown and Boardman, 10 a.m., March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Canfield, 1:30 p.m., March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; East, 1:30 p.m., March 16 and 30; Main, 10 a.m., March 12 (Program: Lions and Lambs.), 19 (Program: Flicker and Flash), 26 (Program: “W” is for Wash); Newport, 1:30 p.m., March 10 and 24; Poland, 1 p.m., March 3, 10, 17 (Holiday Program), 24, 31; Springfield, 10:30 a.m., March 5.

“Go Fly a Kite!” Stories and a kite craft for all ages. Preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult. Register. Boardman, 7 p.m., March 16.

“Gotta Move Story Time!” Story time for ages 2-5. Must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 11 a.m., March 12 and 26.

“Guess ’N’ Go — Do You Know?!” Guess the number of items in the jar. Closest guess wins. Grades 6 and under. Poland and Springfield, March 2-16.

“Imagine With Us: Stories and Art at the Butler Institute of American Art.” Children’s librarians and a museum art educator will teach how to become master readers and create masterpieces through story time and art activity. Will focus on one of the museum’s major exhibits or works. Open to families with children 12 and younger. The Butler Institute of American Art, Wick Avenue, 1:30-3 p.m., March 15.

“Kids’ Club: Wild Babies.” Who’s waking up? Who’s hatching? Stories, games and a craft. Grades K-3. Main, 4 p.m., March 25.

“Pajamarama.” Stories and more for all ages. Wear pajamas! Must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 6:30 p.m., March 16.

“Shhh … Sleepy-Time Fun!” All ages with their families, bedtime story and snack! Wear pajamas! Register. Newport, 6:30 p.m., March 18.

“Smart Money: It Makes Perfect ‘Cents’” Stories and activities about handling money. Each child will receive a piggy bank. Ages 4-5 at Austintown; all ages at East, Newport and West. Austintown, 10 a.m., March 10; East, 6:30 p.m., March 26; Newport, 6:30 p.m., March 25; West, 6:30 p.m., March 4.

“Something Special.” Stories and fun, ages 4-5. Sebring, 1:30 p.m., March 21.

“Tales to Tails.” Register to read to a registered therapy dog. Readers of all levels and abilities grades K-6. Bring book of your choice. Dogs are provided by K-9’s for Compassion, registered Delta Society therapy dogs. Registration is required. Canfield, 6-7 p.m., March 25, (330) 533-5631; Poland, 6-7:30 p.m., March 19, (330) 757-1852, ext. 105.

“Tiger Tales.” Stories and fun for all ages. Springfield, 11 a.m., March 28.

“Trim a Tree for March.” Decorate an ornament for our all-seasons tree. All ages. Poland and Springfield, all month.

“Tween Scene: Got Game?” Snacks and play board game Shrek 2, DVD dance version of Twister, the card game Rack-O, an IQ puzzle, and a mystery game using toilet paper. Register. Main, 4-5 p.m., March 4.

BABY BRILLIANT PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

“Baby Brilliant: Bonding With Babies and Books.” Books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities (age 6-23 months). Must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 10 a.m., March 12 and 26; Boardman, 10 a.m., March 5; Canfield, 10 a.m., March 16; East, 10:30 a.m., March 12; Newport, 10:30 a.m., March 5 and 26; Poland, 10 a.m., March 4, 11, 14, 18, 25.

“Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s.” Developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities. Must be accompanied by an adult. Austintown, 10 and 11 a.m., March 4, 11, 18, 25; Boardman, 10 a.m., March 4, 11, 18, 25; Canfield, 10 a.m., March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; East, 10:30 a.m., March 16 and 30; Main, 10 a.m., March 5 (Program: Hold on to Your Hats!); Newport, 10:30 a.m., March 3, 10, 17, 24; Poland, 10 a.m., March 3, 10, 17 (Holiday Program), 24, 31.

BABY BRILLIANT PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

“Baby Brilliant: Sharing Books with Babies and Toddlers.” Learn tips and techniques for sharing books with early talkers, develops critical pre-reading skills. For parents, teachers and caregivers of babies up to 23 months old. Reservations required, (330) 758-1414. Boardman, 10 a.m.-noon, March 14.

TEENXTREME PROGRAMS

“Celebrate the Arts.” The public is invited. Creative art show by Boardman-area students in grades 7-12. Light refreshments. Artwork on display through March 26. Boardman, 7-8 p.m., March 23.

“Going to the English Festival?” Talk with other students about the books for this year’s YSU English Festival. Learn about joining the Library’s English Festival Wiki and post your comments online. Snacks provided. Grades 7-12. Newport, 4:30 p.m., March 24; Poland, 4:30 p.m., March 25.

“March Madness.” Crazy about college ball? Got the munchies? Grades 7-12. Watch some March Madness in our meeting room. East, 4-7:30 p.m., March 17, 24, 31; Newport, 4-7:30 p.m., March 18, 25, 30.

“Press Play @ Your Library.” Celebrate Teen Tech Week at an after-hours gaming party. Like MMOGs, PS2 or Wii? Join us for a multiplayer gaming frenzy. Snacks. Grades 7-12. Register. Austintown, 6 p.m., March 13.

“These Books Rock.” Match the song and artist with the author who inspired the song and you may win a prize. Grades 7-12. Canfield, Greenford and Sebring, all month.

ADULT PROGRAMS

SDLqAuthor Visit: Dorothy Chapon Kazel.” Book signing by Dorothy Chapon Kazel, co-author of “The Voice: A Missionary’s Call to Give Her Life.” Friends of PLYMC Bookstore, Poland, 1 p.m., March 7.

“Basic Computer Classes for Beginners.” Half-hour basic computer classes by appointment only. East, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. March 10, call (330) 744-2790; Newport, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., March 4 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m., March 6 and 7, call (330) 747-6424.

“Be Your Own Historian: How to Capture and Preserve Your Family’s Memories.” Do you have old family photographs, recipes, documents and stories you want to pass on to your children and grandchildren? Hands-on workshop. Historians, writers and scholars from YSU’s Steel Valley Voices project will offer tips and guidelines on how to collect information, write engaging family stories and preserve and share precious materials. Bring your materials and stories. For more information, or if you have materials to add to the collection, contact Dr. Sherry Linkon at (330) 941-2977. Struthers, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., March 28.

“Community Diversity Program Series: ‘Summer Art in China’ Book Discussion.” Join YSU students and Dr. George McCloud, vice president for university advancement, for a presentation and book discussion. (330) 744-8636, ext. 118. Newport, 6:30 p.m., March 12.

“CSI Y’Town With Private Investigator Michael Antonoff.” Antonoff presents “A Private Detective’s Story.” For more information about CSI Y’Town, call (330) 744-8636, ext. 118. Boardman, 6:30 p.m., March 31.

“Friends of the Library Meetings.” To join or find out more, (330) 744-8636, ext. 118. Austintown, 10 a.m., March 16 (Program: “Life Maxx: Cancer-Surviving Superhero” by Brenda Rider); Boardman, 10 a.m., March 9 (Program: “China: A World View” by McCloud); Poland, 9:30 a.m., March 3.

“Friends of PLYMC Meeting.” Featured speaker, Harry Mays, co-compiler of “The Rayen School 1966-2007: A Retrospective.” Poland, 7 p.m., March 18.

“Genealogy: Selected Topics.” Discussion of “old country” research methodology and pathways to it. Brief overview of what is new in the library’s genealogy department. Registration required. (330) 744-8636, ext. 2. Main, 2-4 p.m., March 7.

“Grant Center: Finding Foundation Support for Your Education.” Hour-long, hands-on class, how to quickly search through Foundation Grants to Individuals Online. Learn to find accurate, up-to-date information on foundations, which fund educational scholarships; fellowships; loans; internships; and awards, prizes and grants by nomination. Registration required; (330) 744-8636, ext. 2. Main, 6:30 p.m., March 12.

“Lunch and Learn: ‘Youngstown’s Future’ With Chief City Planner Anthony Kobak.” In December 2002, the Youngstown Planning Department and Community Development Agency launched an exciting plan — Youngstown 2010 — to turn the area’s shrinking population into an asset. It captured the attention of national media and was recognized by other urban planners nationwide. Find out where we are and where we’re going. Bring a brown-bag lunch; coffee provided. Main, noon-1 p.m., March 10.

FREE TAX HELP

“Tax Counseling for the Elderly.” IRS-sponsored free tax help to adults 60 and older. AARP will offer the Tax-Aide counseling during the filing season. Trained and certified volunteers. Taxpayers with significant self-employment income, capital gains or complex transactions should seek the counsel of a professional tax preparer. Call 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday to schedule required appointments. Austintown, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., March 4, 11, 18, 25, (330) 793-0579; Boardman, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, (330) 726-2492; Canfield, 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m., March 4, 11, 18, 25, (330) 533-8420; Struthers, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, (330) 726-2492; Columbiana County Office on Aging, Salem, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 or, March 5, 12, 19, 26, (330) 332-1163; Youngstown Senior Citizen Center, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 or March 6, 13, 20, 27, (330) 744-5071.

“Volunteer Income Tax Assistance.” During the filing season, the IRS-sponsored VITA program offers free tax help to low- to moderate-income people who cannot prepare their own tax returns. Schedule appointments at two sites: MYCAP (Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action Partnership), Youngstown, 5:30-7 p.m., March 3 and 10 and March 5 and 12; 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., March 7, (330) 747-7921, ext. 1183; or YSU Williamson College of Business Administration, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., March 7, 21, 28; 3-7 p.m., March 11, (330) 941-2507.

BLOOD-PRESSURE SCREENINGS

“Blood-Pressure Screenings by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross.” Austintown, 1-3 p.m., March 18; Boardman, 12:30-3 p.m., March 2; Poland, 1-4 p.m., March 24; Struthers, 1-4 p.m., March 17.

“Blood-Pressure Screenings by Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning County.” East, 10:30-11:30 a.m., March 3; Main, 10 a.m.-noon, March 26; Newport, 10:30-11:30 a.m., March 10; West, 10:30-11:30 a.m., March 17.

MCKINLEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY

For details, call (330) 652-1704 and the extension noted by each item.

ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS

“Take a Break: Adult Wii” Adults have the opportunity to try out the video game system. Bring lunch or light snack. Auditorium. Registration requested, ext. 212. Free. 1-2 p.m., March 4.

“Cleveland’s Own: Dorothy Fuldheim.” Carol Starre-Kmiecik will portray Dorothy Fuldheim. Free. Ages 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Auditorium. Registration requested, ext. 212. 2-3 p.m. March 7.

BOOK CLUBS

“Book Chat Book Club.” Group discussion, “Dough: A Memoir by Mort Zachter,” 18 and older. Clayman Community Room, McKinley Birthplace Home. Call to register, ext. 210. 6:30-7:30 p.m., March 4.

“Romance Readers’ Book Club.” Discussion group 18 and older. Clayman Community Room, McKinley Birthplace Home. Call to register, ext. 205. 6:30-7:30 p.m., March 19.

ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS

“StoryTime.” Ages 4 and 5 and caregivers. Stories, songs, and an activity. Auditorium. Ext. 214. 10:30-11 a.m. and 6:30-7 p.m. March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31.

“1-2-3 Look at Me BabyTime.” Age 6–24 months and caregivers. Rhymes, rattling, and shaking as books and music are introduced. Auditorium. Ext. 214. March 14 and 28. 10:00-10:30 am.

“1-2-3 Look at Me ToddlerTime.” 2–3 years old and their caregivers, stories, fingerplays, movement, and other activities. Auditorium. Ext. 214. 10:30-11 a.m. March 14 and 28.

“Super Saturday Craft.” Springtime crafts to pick up and take home to make, all ages. Children’s Room. Ext. 214. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March 7.

“Get Your Green On!” St. Patrick’s Day/Irish-themed program preschool-fifth grade. Auditorium. Call to register, ext. 214, 1-1:45 p.m. March 14.

“The Very Hungry Caterpillar Birthday Celebration.” 40th birthday, songs, games, and cupcakes! Preschool-fifth grade. Auditorium. Call to register, ext. 214. 2-3 p.m. March 20.

ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS

“TNT Thursdays.” School-age children. Bring laptop, finish homework, play Wii, or socialize. Auditorium. Ext. 214. 2:30-4:30 p.m. March 5, 12, 19, and 26.

“MMLTeen Anim Club.” Ages 13-17 interested in watching, discussing, and suggesting new anim titles for the library’s collection. Auditorium. Ext. 214. 6:30-7:30 p.m. March 5, 12, 19, and 26.

“RuneScape @ the Library.” Sessions open to first eight 12- to 17-year-olds (Doors open at 3:25 p.m.). McKinley Birthplace Home Computer Lab. Ext. 214. 3:30-5 p.m. March 11 and 25.

“YSU English Festival Book Discussion.” Seventh to ninth grades. Free. Clayman Community Room, McKinley Birthplace Home. Ext. 214. 6:30-7:30 p.m. March 18.

“YSU English Festival Book Discussion.” 10th–12th grades. Free. Clayman Community Room, McKinley Birthplace Home. Ext. 214. 6:30-7:30 p.m. March 25.

COMPUTER CLASSES FOR ADULTS

“Basic Computers.” Learn parts and how to use it. McKinley Birthplace Home Computer Lab. Call to register, ext. 212. 10 a.m.-noon March 3.

“Beginning Internet.” Learn to use the Internet. McKinley Birthplace Home Computer Lab. Call to register, ext. 212. 6-8 p.m. March 9.

“Introduction to E-mail.” Learn to create e-mail accounts and send and receive messages. McKinley Birthplace Home Computer Lab. Call to register, ext. 212. 10 a.m.-noon. March 17.

“Beginning Microsoft Word.” Learn to use Microsoft Word. McKinley Birthplace Home Computer Lab. Call to register, ext. 212. 10 a.m.-noon, March 31.

NEWTON FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY

Library hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mon. – Thu., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fri. and Sat., noon to 6 p.m. Sun. For more information call (330) 872-1282 or visit our Web site online at www.newtonfalls.org.

“Baby Bugs.” Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Ages 6 months to 30 months with their caregiver. Rhymes, short picture books, music and movement.

“Family Time.” 7 p.m. Tuesdays. For families with children up to 6. Storytelling, books, games and songs.

“Toddler Time.” 10 a.m. Wednesdays. Ages 2 1‚Ñ2-3 years with their caregiver. Stories, songs, and simple crafts.

“Story Time.” 11 a.m. Wednesdays. Ages 4-5 without their caregiver, learning to read together, learning new songs, and creating wonderful crafts. The caregiver must remain in the building.

“Knit and Stitch.” 4 to 5 p.m. Mondays. Ages 10 and up are invited to join our knitting club.

“Anim and Manga Club.” 2 to 4 p.m. March 28. For teens and young adults. Teens under 16 must bring a parent or a signed permission slip. Slips available at the library circulation desk.

“Fantasy Baseball Program.” Be the manager of and name your own team. Starting March 1, visit the library to pick up your roster, select your favorite players, and return it by March 31. Check how your team ranks each Monday, starting April 6 at the library, via our Web site or by e-mail. There will be no prizes.

“Magic Membership Night.” 6:30 p.m. March 9, Friends of the Library will sponsor the Classic Magic of Gary Morton. All are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

“Why I Love My Library Poster Contest.” For school-age children. On the back of your 8 1‚Ñ2-by-11-inch poster put your name, school, grade and phone number. Three winners will be awarded $20 Pamida gift cards.

“Friends of the Library Meeting.” 7 p.m. March 18, second-floor meeting room.

“Play Wii.” 4 p.m. March 12. Students, 10 and older. Enjoy the big-screen action of bowling, tennis, golf, racing and other sports.

“Brew Basket Book Club Discussion Group.” 10 a.m. March 19 at Brew Basket, 44 W. Broad St. Selection is “Swallows of Kabul” by Yasmina Khadra. Copies available at the library.

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

“Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!” A movie and more for grades K-6. Call to sign-up (330) 759-2589. Liberty, 5:30 p.m., March 2.

“Preschool Story Time.” Themed stories and a craft for children 3-5. Lordstown, 6 p.m., March 2, 16, and 30; Brookfield, 1 p.m., March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31; Cortland, 1:30 p.m., March 4, 11, and 18; Howland, 10:30 a.m., March 13, 20, and 27.

“Preschool Story Time at Main Library.” Themed story time for ages 3-5. Main Library, 1 p.m., March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31.

“Toddler Tales.” Story time for ages 24-35 months. Call to register (330) 856-2011, ext. 106. Howland, 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m., March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31.

“Family Story Time.” All ages and families. Liberty, 6 p.m., March 4, 11, and 18.

“Music and Movement.” Music, songs, and activities for ages 19-35 months and parent or caregiver. Call to register (330) 399-8807 ext. 401. Main, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., March 4, 11, 18, and 25.

“Evening Story Time.” Themed story time for ages 2-5. Main, 6:30 p.m., March 5, 12, 19, and 26.

“Books & Beyond.” Adventures in reading for grades K-4. Call to register (330) 824-2094. Lordstown, 5 p.m., March 9 and 23.

“Family Movie Night.” Liberty, 6 p.m., March 10, 17, and 24.

“Library League.” Adventures in reading for grades K-4. Howland, 3:15 p.m., March 13, 20, and 27.

“Baby Time.” Rhymes and songs for ages 6-18 months. Call to register (330) 399-8807 ext. 401. Main, 11 a.m., March 13 and 27.

“Dr. Doolittle.” Magic Carpet Theater presents the classic tale of the man who could talk to animals. Liberty, 11 a.m., March 14; Main Library, 2 p.m., March 14.

“Bookmarkers Book Club.” For grades 3-6. Book and movie club, includes refreshments and activities. Liberty, 5:30 p.m., March 16, 23, and 30.

“Reading & Other Forms of Art.” For ages 5-12. An interactive family program combining reading and art. Trumbull Branch of the Butler Institute of American Art, 9350 E. Market St., Howland, 2 p.m., March 21.

TEEN PROGRAMS

“Game On for Teens.” Board games, DDR, and more. Main, 3 to 4:30 p.m., March 5.

“Guitar Hero Tournament.” Teens are invited to participate or watch! Register by calling (330) 399-8807, ext. 400. Main, 5:30 p.m., March 9.

“Teen Advisory Board.” For grades 7-12 who have an interest in helping the library develop and promote programming and resources for teens. Main, 3 p.m., March 14.

“Teen Central Anim Club.” Opportunity for teens to view and discuss this format. Main, 3 p.m., March 28.

ADULT PROGRAMS & SPECIAL EVENTS

“Using the Local History & Genealogy Center.” Learn how to get help with your family tree research, including type of resources, data analysis, and problem solving. Call to register (330) 399-8807, ext. 402. Main, 10 a.m. to noon, March 2.

“New Release DVD Movie Night.” Liberty Branch, 5 p.m., March 3.

“Book Discussion.” “Sarah’s Key,” by Tatiana de Rosnay. Main, 2 p.m., March 12.

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS

“Concord Care Center of Hartford.” Brookfield, 10 a.m.-noon, March 3; Main, 10-11 a.m., March 9; Howland, 10-11 a.m., March 5; and Cortland, 10-11 a.m., March 12.

“Liberty EMTs.” Liberty, 10-10:30 a.m., March 23.