Check It Out | Fall 2019 by delawarelibrary

Quarterly Newsletter/Fall 2019

CHECK IT OUT

Keeping you connected to the Delaware County District Library.

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Fall into a FRESH START at DCDL Some people love the summer, others enjoy the winter, but my favorite time of the year is coming up right now. I just love the autumn. Maybe it’s because I enjoyed school, or maybe it was because my mother was a teacher, but autumn has always seemed to me to be the right time for new beginnings. When school started, the world was a blank piece of paper, and we could write our own future on it. So this might be the right season for you to try something new at your library. If you only check out print books, this might be a good time to try an ebook or an audiobook. If you haven’t tried graphic novels, you probably haven’t discovered the amazing variety of history, science, biography, and even philosophy available in this rapidly expanding genre. You can also stream classic movies, music, and even old television shows right to your computer, tablet or smart phone through Hoopla and Kanopy. And if you’ve never been to a comic convention, I know you’ll want to check out our 4th annual Great Geek Fest at the Delaware Library on October 19th. Year ‘round, the Delaware County District Library is the spot for finding your next great idea!

George Needham

DCDL BOARD OF TRUSTEES

HOLIDAY CLOSURES

Brenda Eldridge, President Michael Butler, Vice President Ceena Baker, Secretary

Labor Day Monday, 9/2 Veterans Day Monday, 11/11 November 27 - Closed at 5 PM Wednesday, 11/27

Holly Quaine Neil Neidhardt Nick McCoy Kevin Daberkow

Thanksgiving Thursday, 11/28

COVER STORY This issue of “Check It Out” stars Orange Branch Library Reference Specialist Luke Powers. A founding member of the Great GeekFest, Luke is an avid Star Wars fan and is pictured in his Jedi finest. Luke has curated and hosted the screening room at the GeekFest for the past 3 years. He is also a foodie who hosts the Orange Branch Library Cookbook Club. His specialty is barbecue! This year the Great GeekFest is back on October 19. It’s got something for nerds and geeks of all ages and all fandoms. While not required, cosplay is highly encouraged. In fact, the cosplay contest that wraps up the day is one of the most highly anticpated parts of the Great GeekFest, and the prizes are fantastic. We’ll be geeking out over everything from Dungeons & Dragons to Harry Potter to anime and everything in between. Stop by our vendor alley and pick up something to make your life even more geeky, as well. We hope to see you all in your cosplay best on Saturday, October 19 from 10:00am to 5:00pm. For more information on these programs and more, read on or visit www.delawarelibrary.org.

LOCATIONS Delaware Library 84 East Winter St. Delaware, OH 43015 740-362-3861 Orange Library & Outreach Services 7171 Gooding Blvd. Delaware, OH 43015 740-549-2665

Orange Library Drive-up Window Open during library hours Opens early weekdays at 7:00am Powell Library 460 South Liberty St. Powell, OH 43065 614-888-9160

Ostrander Library 75 North Fourth St. Ostrander, OH 43061 740-666-1410 The Maker Annex 74 West William St., Rm 210 Delaware, OH 43015 740-972-6742

YOUR LIBRARY CARD LOAN PERIODS & LIMITS Generous loan periods allow customers time to enjoy the items they have checked out while keeping materials continually moving for others, as well. Material Loan Period Loan Limit Books 4 weeks 100 Audiobooks 4 weeks 20 New Books 2 weeks 100 Magazines 2 weeks 10 Video Games 2 weeks 3 Board Games 2 weeks 3 Launchpads 2 weeks 3 Wi-Fi Hotspots 2 weeks 1 *adults only Chromebooks 2 weeks 1 *juveniles only DVDs 1 week 20 Fines No materials will accrue daily fines. Voluntary fines for overdue materials are gratefully accepted.

DIGITAL LIBRARY Enjoy free access to these apps and websites, available through your smart device app store or at www.delawarelibrary.org. Just link your library card and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re ready to go. TV, Movies & Instructional Videos Creativebug Hoopla Kanopy Lynda.com Digital Magazines Consumer Reports Ohio Digital Library (Libby) RBdigital Newspaper Archives Columbus Dispatch (1871 - present) New York Times Online (1851 - present) NewsBank

Music Hoopla Ebooks, Audiobooks, Graphic Novels Hoopla Ohio Digital Library (Libby) RBdigital Genealogy African American Heritage Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Obituaries & Death Notices Ancestry.com Family Search Fold3 HeritageQuest

BEYOND BOOKS Discover the other services within your local library branch: • Wi-Fi • Internet computers • Group study rooms & quiet reading areas • Local history & genealogy room (Delaware Main Library) • Subscription research databases • Children’s-only computers & spaces • Teen-only computers & spaces • Community meeting rooms • Voter registration • Golden Buckeye card registration • Audiobooths for recording

PROGRAM REGISTRATION At times a program will request pre-registration. This is because either space or resources are limited. Patrons may register online in the event details portion of the library website, by calling the library, or in person at any library location.

HOURS Delaware Main, Orange Branch & Powell Branch libraries Monday - Thursday: 9:00am - 9:00pm Friday: 9:00am - 6:00pm Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm Sunday: Noon - 5:00pm Ostrander Branch Library Tuesday - Thursday: 10:00am - 8:00pm Friday & Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00pm Orange Branch LibraryDrive-up Window Open during regular library hours Opens early weekdays at 7:00am

MISSION STATEMENT The Delaware County District Library serves as the public information provider for our community, using traditional and innovative technology to encourage curiosity, free inquiry, and lifelong learning in a friendly environment.

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FRIENDS’ FALL ART SALE 2019 The Friends of the Library will hold an Art Fair on October 11th, 12th and 13th at the Delaware Main Library. This year’s Art Fair will include all types of art – art that makes you happy! We have already begun to receive donations, including a metal sculpture donated by Mac Worthington.

Mac Worthington is a well-known artist of various mediums who lives in Ostrander. His sculpture, The Pedestrian, will be auctioned off and one of his prints will be part of the priced art. All donated items will be on display at Delaware Main Library for the full week prior the Art Fair. Stop in and browse the selections you think will work for you. If you have items of art you would like to donate, you can take them to any library branch.

BARGAIN BOOK SALES: Come out to add more books, DVDs, and resources to your personal library at a bargain!

Delaware Main Library Sep 27: 5 pm - 8 pm Sep 28: 9 am - 4 pm Sep 29: 12 pm - 3 pm

If you have donations that you would like to make to the Friends for future book sales, drop your gently used items at any of our DCDL locations. Visit www.delawarelibraryfriends.org for more information on how you can become a member, donate or volunteer.

7171 GOODING BLVD., DELAWARE, OHIO 430

YOUNG WRITERS’ WORKSHOP Steve Harpster, comic book author and children’s educational presenter, will guide children in the development of their own published book. Each child will receive a professionally bound book with a duplicate copy added to the Delaware County District Library collection. Tickets on sale at: delawarelibraryfriends.org

Delaware Main Library Saturday, October 12th 5-7 years old: 9:30 - 11:30am 7-9 years old: 1:30 - 3:30pm

MEET DCDL DIRECTOR: GEORGE NEEDHAM

Join the Friends of the Library for a causal chat and coffee with Library Director George Needham. Meet library staff, learn about future DCDL plans, ask questions, and chat with our entertaining and personable library director.

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Powell Branch Library Orange Branch Library Sep 10: 6:30 pm October 29: 6:30 pm

ADULT PROGRAMS BOOK CLUBS Do you like to share your ideas & reactions about titles you’ve read? Like to discover others’ thoughts & opinions? Join a Book Club for a fun, entertaining discussion. Morning Clubs Ostrander 11:00am September 4: Eventide by Kent Haruf October 2: Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney November 6: The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah Orange 10:30am September 10: The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan October 8: Ghostland by Colin Dickey November 12: The Ninth Hour by Alice McDermott

Afternoon Clubs Delaware 1:00pm September 3: Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates October 1: Ill Will by Dan Chaon November 5: Lucky Boy by Shanthi Sekaran Evening Clubs Ostrander 7:00pm September 24: There, There by Tommy Orange October 22: No Exit by Taylor Adams November 26: Maid by Stephanie Land Powell 7:00pm September 24: The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto by Mitch Albom

GREAT FOR AGES 18+

*October 22: A Madness So Discreet by Mindy McGinnis **Meet the Author** November 26: The Frontiersmen by Allan Eckert Delaware 7:30pm September 25: A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson October 30: The Merry Spinster by Mallory Ortberg December 4: There, There by Tommy Orange Orange 7:00pm September 25: The Library Book by Susan Orlean October 23: The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager November 20: The Red Address Book by Sofia Lundberg Books & Brews Adults young and old alike are invited to grab a brew with us and talk books. Pick up each month’s read at the library and then get ready to book talk! The Daily Growler – Powell 6:00pm September 11: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman *October 9: The Female of the Species by Mindy McGinnis **Meet the Author** November 13: Finding Dorothy by Elizabeth Letts Olentangy River Brewing Co. 7:00pm September 16: The End of the World Running Club by Adrian J. Walker October 21: The Stranger in the Woods by Michael Finkel November 18: The River by Peter Heller

Around the World in Books & Bites Each month we will explore the world by reading stories set in various countries while also sampling the ethnic cuisine of our book selection. Enjoy a diversity of cultures and cuisines as we read our way around the world.

Paint Night* Canvas Creations For You will lead a night of painting fun. No prior artistic experience is required. At the end of the program, you will have a painting to bring home. September 12 and October 2 are the same painting. *Pre-registration is required

Saigon Baguette & Coffee Orange 1:00pm 6:30pm September 23: The Sympathizer September 12, November 7 by Viet Thanh Nguyen Delaware 6:30pm Mi Cerrito October 2 1:00pm October 28: Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel Pinterest Crafts Do you like to visit Pinterest for Saffron Indian Grill craft ideas but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always 1:00pm have time to create the idea? November 25: The Namesake Join us at the library to create by Jhumpa Lahiri a Pinterest-worthy craft.

ARTS & CRAFTS Linocut II Printmaking* (Teens & Adults) For individuals who have previously tried linocut printmaking and would like to learn more advanced techniques. Work with professional grade blocks, create a larger piece and try a variety of techniques. *Pre-registration is required Orange 6:00pm September 5

Orange 7:00pm September 26: Fall Sugar Body Scrubs October 24: Candy Corn Milk Bottle Wreath Decorating* Personalize and design your own seasonal wreath to enjoy this fall. Bring your own decorations. Grapevine wreaths will be provided. *Pre-registration is required Ostrander 7:00pm October 1 Mini Stitch Journaling* Learn a classic bookbinding stitch from Igloo Letterpress and choose from a wide variety of book covers, pages, and thread to make your very own. *Pre-registration is required Delaware 6:30pm October 8

Recycled Book Wreath* Make wreaths from books. *Pre-registration is required Delaware 6:30pm November 5

COOKBOOK CLUBS Take home a new cookbook and try out recipes. Then make/ bake/create and bring your favorite to the club to share with the group and discuss techniques. Come hungry! Orange 7:00pm September 11: Vietnamese Food Any Day by Andrea Nguyen October 9: Cooking with Pumpkin by Averie Sunshine November 13: Friendsgiving by Alexandra Shystsman Delaware 7:00pm September 26: Milk Street Tuesday Nights by Christopher Kimball October 24: Indian-ish by Priya Krishna Ostrander 7:00pm October 8: Kiss My Casserole by Howie Southworth & Greg Matza

TECHNOLOGY Computer Training* Advance your computer skills. No previous classes required. *Pre-registration is required Delaware 6:00pm September 5: Microsoft Word October 3: Microsoft Excel November 7: Internet Skills

ADULT PROGRAMS Intro to Laser & Vinyl Cutting* (Teens & Adults) Learn how to create 2D designs for laser cutting and vinyl cutting. Participants will get their designs cut for free from the Maker Annex. Familiarity with basic computer skills is required. *Pre-registration is required The Maker Annex 6:00pm September 19, November 21 Tech Time Drop-in and get tech help in a conversational setting. We are here to help with basic technology training and use of library services. You may bring your own device, but some computers are available. Orange 10:00am September 24, October 22, November 26 Defend Your Online Privacy Learn the dangers of online life and the tools that can help keep you safe as you use the internet. Delaware 6:00pm September 24 Intro to 3D Printing & Design (Teens & Adults) Learn how to create simple 3D models using Tinkercad. Participants will get their model printed for free from the library’s new Maker Annex. Familiarity with basic computer skills is required. The Maker Annex 6:00pm October 17

Cutting Out Cable Want to save money by getting rid of your cable subscription? Learn how to stay engaged with your favorite shows. Delaware 6:00pm October 29

FILM Downton Abbey Tea Party Enjoy tea, treats and trivia with fellow fans as we prepare for the Downton Abbey film release! Costumes encouraged, but not required. *Please bring your own cup (and saucer if you have one!) Orange 2:00pm September 14

GREAT FOR AGES 18+

GAMES & TRIVIA Trivia Night Join the fun with live trivia for adults. Expect prizes, fun and some friendly rivalries. The Daily Growler – Powell 6:00pm September 4: The ‘80s September 18: Games October 2: Jeopardy October 16: Spooky November 6: Common Bond November 20: Movies Adult Game Night Learn to play Texas Hold Em, Euchre, and various board games in a relaxed and noncompetitive environment. The Daily Growler – Powell 6:00pm September 25, October 23

LANGUAGE LEARNING

LOCAL HISTORY

ESOL Class Ongoing multi-level ESOL classes (English for Speakers of Other Languages) thanks to the Delaware Area Career Center Aspire office.

Cemetery Walk Take an afternoon stroll in Scioto Township’s Newhouse Cemetery. Learn about the Newhouse Family and hear some interesting stories of other people from the past who are buried there.

Orange Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 12:15pm

Ostrander 2:00pm October 26

LIFE SKILLS Delaware Toastmasters Club Overcome your fears, listen effectively, find your voice and grow your confidence. Orange 7:00pm September 3 & 17 October 1 & 15 November 5 & 19

WELLNESS Heartful Meditation Stressed out? Looking for better balance? Learn to relax with guided meditation. Orange Every Monday at 7:00pm Renew with Yoga Local Yoga instructor Stella Estep will teach relaxing, stress relieving exercises that

will help refresh the mind and the body. Ostrander 6:30pm September 4, October 2, November 6 NAMI of Delaware-Morrow Counties Friends & Family Seminar A seminar that aims to provide friends and family of someone with a mental illness resources for support. Orange 7:00pm October 8 Tai Chi Workshop Tai Chi is good for strength, balance, vitality, concentration and stress reduction. No experience required. Delaware Mondays at 4:00pm Orange Tuesdays at 4:00pm

WRITING

Writers’ Group Be inspired. Share ideas. Gain feedback. Network. Build a writing support group. Orange 7:00pm September 18, October 16 Personal History Workshop Write an informal personal memoir drawn from five stages of life, recollected through what you wore. Inspired by Ilene Beckerman’s Love, Loss, and What I Wore. Lead by local author Pam Spence. Ostrander 2:00pm - 4:00pm October 3

GREAT FOR AGES 12 - 17

TEEN PROGRAMS Anime Club Stop by to geek out about all things anime. Each month will feature different activities based on the featured anime. Orange 6:30pm September 4: Inuyasha & Japanese Folklore October 2: Black Butler Tea Party November 6: Sword Art Online VR Showcase Linocut II Printmaking* (Teens & Adults) Geared towards individuals who have previously tried linocut printmaking and would like to learn more advanced techniques. *Pre-registration is required

Orange

6:00pm September 5

Teen Advisory Board Teen Advisory Board (TAB) meetings are opportunities for teens to discuss and influence teen services at DCDL. Participants help develop teen programs, make suggestions for the teen spaces, and much more! TAB is open to teens ages 1217, and each meeting counts as one hour of volunteering! No previous TAB or volunteer experience required. Delaware 4:00pm September 11, October 9, November 13 Orange 7:00pm September 11

Guess the Banned Book Celebrate National Banned Books Week by learning about your freedom to read and discussing the books that were most banned or challenged in 2018. Games and refreshments included! Ostrander 6:30pm September 12 Delaware 6:30pm September 19 Intro to Laser & Vinyl Cutting* (Teens & Adults) Read more about this program on the Maker Annex Page. *Pre-registration is required

design and compete to win. The Maker Annex 6:30pm October 9 Stranger Things Party A celebration of the Netflix show, Stranger Things with games, trivia, and a waffle bar. Ostrander 6:30pm October 10 Intro to 3D Printing & Design (Teens & Adults) Read more about this program on the Maker Annex Page.

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Dungeons & Dragons Roll for Initiative! D&D is the ultimate tabletop game; join the adventure and play.

Mindy McGinnis Author Visit Mindy will be discussing her lastest tile, Heroine and talking about her writing process.

6:00pm September 19, November 21

Powell 5:00pm September 28, October 26, November 30 The Nightmare Before Cross Stitch Learn the basics of cross stitch and start your very own Jack Skellington stitch to take home! Orange 6:30pm October 9 BattleBots Ever watch the BattleBots TV series? Now build your own battle bot! Choose a

6:00pm October 17

Delaware 7:00pm October 17 Creative Writing Workshop November is National Novel Writing Month! Come talk about writing, get your own writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s notebook, and try out a few writing prompts. Refreshments included! Ostrander 6:30pm November 7 Delaware 6:30pm November 20

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Adult Program Powell Books & Brews Adults young and old alike are invited to grab a brew with us at The Daily Growler Powell and talk books. We’ll be discussing The Female of the Species this month with Mindy joining us! The Daily Growler - Powell 6:00pm October 9

Teen/Adult Program Mindy McGinnis Author Visit Mindy will be discussing her lastest title, Heroine and talking about her writing process. Delaware 7:00pm October 17

Adult Program Powell Book Club Pick up A Madness So Discreet, give it a read, and tell us what you think at the meeting. Mindy will be part of the club, as well, to share her research on the story. Powell 7:00pm October 22

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Kids Cookbook Club Cook at the library (Ostrander) or at home and bring your dish to share (Delaware) for a meal made by kids! Delaware 6:30pm September 5: The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs October 3: Super Simple Baking for Kids November 21: Favorite Thanksgiving Side or Dessert Ostrander 4:00pm September 11: Tacos Tradicional October 9: Autumn Apple Time November 13: Power Snacks Homeschool Book Club* Children will be given an opportunity to do book report type presentations before a group based on monthly themes. *Pre-registration is required Ostrander 1:00pm September 6: Pet Projects October 4: Scary Nights November 1: I Want To Be...

LEGO Club Show off your LEGO skills. LEGO Club for kids ages 6-11 meets regularly and has varying themes. Ostrander 1:00pm September 7: County Fairs October 5: Creepy Houses November 2: Amusement Park Delaware 6:30pm September 12: Free Build October 10: Tall Building Challenge November 14: Dinosaurs

GREAT FOR AGES 6-11

Art Club Fun art projects geared toward ages 6-11.

skills by reading to a trained therapy dog! This program is intended for children ages 5+.

Orange 6:30pm September 9: Peeled Acrylics October 14: Halloween PlayMais

Ostrander 12pm September 28, October 5, November 2

After School Book Bunch: Hero Kids RPG Hero Kids, a beginning RPG, is a role playing game set in a mystical medieval land. Our brave band of village children will save the day, while finding treasure and ridding the village of monsters. Ostrander 4:00pm September 25, October 23 Paws for Reading Help your child get extra practice with their reading

Delaware 10:30am October 5, November 9 Little Mermaid Party Come be a part of our world and celebrate 30 years of The Little Mermaid. Ariel will be joining us to read a story and take pictures. We will take you “under the sea” with crafts and games. Don’t be a “poor unfortunate soul” and miss this program! Powell 6:30pm November 18

FAMILY PROGRAMS Under the Big Top Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls: come one, come all for a fun-filled evening of circus themed games, crafts and other activities! Orange 6:30pm September 17

Monster Mash It’s a graveyard smash! Wear your best spooky monster costume and get ready for monster face paint, STEM slime, a monster story, and monster crafts! Powell 6:30pm October 7

GREAT FOR FAMILIES WITH KIDS OF ALL AGES

Dinosaurs After Hou-ROARS Join us after hours as we explore the world of dinosaurs! Learn with experts from COSI and pretend to be paleontologists by digging for dinosaur bones, creating fossils, and snagging a picture with a dinosaur. Delaware 6:30pm November 8

ALL AGES PROGRAMS

GREAT FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES

Behind the Scenes of Zoo Habitats Come learn the behind the scenes planning of how to create animal habitats at the Columbus Zoo. See the things you don’t normally get to see, and learn how the team works together to give the animals unique places to live.

free build. All ages (with or without kids!) are welcome to play with LEGOs, get creative with original designs, or try an engineering challenge.

to entertain you all day.

Delaware 12:00pm - 5:00pm October 13

Delaware 6:30pm September 10

3D Printing for the Blind Caroline Karbowski will talk about how she took her passion for braille to create See3D, an organization that creates 3D printed models for people who are blind. Touch frequently requested models and explore how you can become involved with See3D.

Cat Cafe Join us for the return of the Cat Cafe! Cozy Cat Cotttage will bring adoptable cats for us to play with and possibly adopt. We we will provide light refreshments. The cats will provide the cuteness and fun! This is a two hour open house.

SciotoFest Explore the history and heritage of the Village of Ostrander and Scioto Township. Bring the Farm to You will present a Child’s Homestead from 12:00 2:00pm. Food, music and history stations will be set up. Ostrander 12:00pm - 3:00pm September 28 All Ages LEGO Free Build Join us anytime throughout the afternoon for a casual LEGO

Delaware 6:30pm October 16 The Great GeekFest Come and share what you’re geeky for in the home of all geekdoms: the Library. Whether you’re a die-hard cosplayer, a video game nut or a casual fan there’s something

Delaware 10:00am - 5:00pm October 19

Delaware 6:00pm - 8:00pm October 22 3D Printing Prosthetics Khamsa 3D creates 3D printed prosthetics for children and animals in Morocco, Vietnam, Mexico, and the US. Come learn about the work they’re doing and how a love of making became an opportunity to help others. Delaware 6:30pm November 13

PRE-K PROGRAMS Early Literacy Tip:

GREAT FOR AGES 6 AND UNDER

Talking with children helps them learn oral language, an important early literacy skill! It also helps children learn new words and about the world around them. Make sure children have plenty of opportunities to talk with you, not just listen. Even if it is just baby babble or silly toddler chit-chat, talking to children will help them enter school ready to learn to read! STORYTIMES Baby Time (Birth – 24 months) Believe it or not, getting your child ready to read begins at birth! Baby Time involves rhymes, movement activities, songs, books, and unstructured playtime. Delaware Mondays & Tuesdays 11:00am Orange Wednesdays 10:00am Thursdays 11:00am Powell Wednesdays & Thursdays 11:00am Toddler Time (Ages 2 – 3) Toddler Time for 2s and 3s is full of fun songs, finger plays, flannel stories, books and sometimes crafts! Delaware Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am Orange Tuesdays 10:00am Wednesdays 11:00am Powell Wednesdays & Thursdays 10:00am

Preschool Time (Ages 4 – 6) At Preschool Storytime, we use interactive songs, finger plays, flannel stories, books and crafts to learn and have fun! Delaware Fridays 2:00pm

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Orange Thursdays 10:00am Family Time (Birth – 6 years) Family Storytime is a combination of books, flannel stories, songs, rhymes and crafts. We include activities that appeal to a wider age range so the whole family can join in on the fun! Delaware Mondays 6:30pm Ostrander Thursdays 10:30am Orange Thursdays 6:30pm

Toddler & Preschool Dance Party (Ages 2 – 6) Dance and sing with us! Join in on a fun, interactive music program designed for kids ages 2 - 6 and their caregiver. Delaware Fridays 10:00am Orange Mondays 10:00am Ostrander Fridays 11:00am Playtime (Birth – 6 years) Playing is a vital way to build a variety of early literacy skills and a great way to meet new friends, so join us for some fun, unstructured playtime! Orange Fridays 10:00am Powell Fridays 10:00am

SPECIAL STORYTIMES Yoga for Kids (Ages 2 – 5) Local Yoga instructor, Stella Estep will introduce children to the relaxing and stress relieving techniques of yoga through movement and books! Ostrander 11:30am September 3, October 1, November 5 Ikea Storytime A DCDL librarian presents a monthly storyime offsite at Ikea. Ikea - Polaris 12:00pm September 10, October 8, November 12 Pajama Storytime Put on your pajamas and head over to the Library for some storytime fun for all ages! Delaware 6:30pm September 11

Drama Kids @ Playtime Drama Kids of North Columbus will be visiting us during our regularly scheduled Playtimes once a month.

Spooky Pajama Storytime Join us in costume for an evening of spooky-fun Halloween themed stories, rhymes, songs and more!

Orange 10:00am September 13, October 11, November 15

Powell 6:30pm October 29

Tailgate Playtime Come join our family friendly tailgate-themed playtime at the Orange Branch library before the Ohio State Buckeyes take on the Indiana Hoosiers! Orange 10:00am September 14 Buddies, Books & Bubbles (Birth – 5) A special storytime for children ages birth to 5 and their parents & caregivers. This will be an inclusive activity in which children with special needs will learn and play alongside children without special needs. Delaware 11:00am September 25, October 23, November 27 Music & Movement Join us for dancing, singing, and stories! Delaware 11:00am October 12 November 23

Halloween Storytime Join us in costume at our regularly scheduled family storytime for an evening of spooky-fun Halloween themed stories, rhymes, songs and more! Orange 6:30pm October 31 Bilingual Storytime 汉英双语故事时间 Join us for a bilingual family storytime (Mandarin & English) filled with songs, stories, purposeful play, and a craft celebrating Chinese culture. 欢迎参加图书馆的家庭双语故事时间！为了庆祝中国文化, 我们将会在 Orange Branch 图书馆用普通话和英语来讲故事，做工艺品，唱活泼的歌曲和童谣。 Orange 7:00pm November 12

The Community & Family Outreach Services Department is launching a new book club called Around the World in Books & Bites that reads books and tries cuisine from around the world. Each month we will explore the world through reading stories set in various countries while also sampling the ethnic cuisine of our book selection. Come enjoy a diversity of cultures and cuisines as we read our way around the world. Around the World in Books & Bites meets at 1:00pm | Adult Program

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Saigon Baguette & Coffee 10 Dillmont Dr. Columbus, OH 43235 Book: The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen

Mi Cerrito 19 E Winter St, Delaware, OH 43015 Book: Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel

Saffron Indian Grill 230 W Olentangy St. Powell, OH 43065 Book: The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri

Want to see more of the Outreach Department? You can catch the Bookmobile in Downtown Delaware at every First Friday this fall. On the first Friday of each month, the Outreach Department is parking the Bookmobile on Sandusky Street during the monthly celebration put on by Main Street Delaware. Check out a book, bring in books to return, or just kick back and hang out with a book from our shelves!

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Water for Elephants

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