Spring 2023 Program Guide

LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Hello! In the spirit of “spring,” MidPointe Library System is excited to bring many new opportunities to our patrons this season!

Starting in March, parents and caregivers will be able to enroll their newborns in “Starting Pointe.” This early learning initiative will sign up children to receive a Starting Pointe literacy kit, mailed directly to their home. The kit includes a board book, items to engage little ones while sharing stories, literacy tips, information about community resources and a MidPointe Library System card for baby. This project was supported in part by federal Institute of Museum and Library Services funds, granted through the State Library of Ohio. Find registration information on the MidPointe website.

As we make this available to our youngest readers, we are also excited to share that we are introducing a new program for our more senior readers. After the success of Friends, Food and Fun, our partner event with the West Chester Coalition of Seniors and Council on Aging/Meals on Wheels held every Friday, we will soon be introducing a similar program at additional branches. Look for details coming soon!

You will also find big changes in the Innovation Pointe makerspace, located in the West Chester branch. The addition of a UV printer opens up new options for patrons to make, create and innovate!

You will also see growth in the makerspace in the coming months to allow for the addition of makerspace programming.

We hope to see you soon, whether enjoying a program, attending a community event, picking up a new book or any of the many options you can enjoy at your MidPointe Library System.

Best wishes,

Travis Bautz MidPointe Library System Executive Director

STORYTIMES SYSTEM WIDE

Children and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.

BABY STORYTIME

Ages 6-24 months

WEST CHESTER

TODDLER STORYTIME

Thursdays, Mar. 2–16 & 30, Apr. 6–27 • 10:15 AM

Community Room A/B

PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME

Thursdays, Mar. 2–16 & 30, Apr. 6–27 • 11:15 AM

Community Room A/B

BABY STORYTIME

Mondays, Mar. 6, 13 & 27, Apr. 3–24 • 10:15 AM

Children’s Programming Room

FAMILY STORYTIME

Mondays, Mar. 6, 13 & 27, Apr. 3–24 • 11:15 AM

Tuesdays, Mar. 7, 14 & 28, Apr. 4–25 • 10:15 AM

Children’s Programming Room

MIDDLETOWN

BABY AND TODDLER STORYTIME

Mondays, Mar. 6, 13 & 27, Apr. 3–24 • 10:15 AM

Community Room

FAMILY STORYTIME

Mondays, Mar. 6, 13 & 27, Apr. 3–24 • 11:15 AM

Community Room

TODDLER STORYTIME

Ages 2-3 years

PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME

Ages 3-5 years

LIBERTY

FAMILY STORYTIME

Fridays, Mar. 3–17 & 31, Apr. 7–28 • 10:15 & 11:15 AM

TRENTON

TODDLER STORYTIME

Thursdays, Mar. 2–16 & 30, Apr. 6–27 • 10:15 AM

Community Room

FAMILY STORYTIME

Thursdays, Mar. 2–16 & 30, Apr. 6–27 • 11:15 AM

Community Room

MONROE

TODDLER STORYTIME

Wednesdays, Mar. 1–15 & 29, Apr. 5–26 • 10:15 AM

Community Room

PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME

Wednesdays, Mar. 1–15 & 29, Apr. 5–26 • 11 :15 AM

Community Room

*Dates and locations are subject to change.

We try to accommodate as many visitors as possible at our programs, but please understand that space is limited. Programs without registration are first come, first served.

FAMILY STORYTIME

All ages

EVERY MONDAY 9:00 AM

Available to watch on:

YOUTH

HOMESCHOOL STEAM CLUB

OH 45069

ADULT

TOT TIME

Wednesdays,

Mar. 1–May 17 • 10:15 AM

Playing is a great way to grow motor, social and other developmental skills. Caregivers can connect with each other while the little ones play. Ages 0-36 months with caregiver.

KIDS YOGA:

STORIES & STRETCHES

Mar. 6, Apr. 3 & May 1 • 10:30 AM

Join us for some simple yoga poses, stories, and breathing exercises. Geared to ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket and wear comfy clothes!

TWEEN CRAFT CLUB

Mar. 8, Apr. 5 & May 10 • 5:30 PM

Get crafty at Liberty! Come have some fun creating a different project each month.

PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB

Mar. 13, Apr. 10 & May 8 • 10:30 AM

Let’s make some art together! Children, ages 3-5, will practice using basic craft tools and they can take home their work after each session.

Mar. 20, Apr. 17 & May 15 • 1:00 PM Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math! Children ages 6 and up will explore different areas of STEAM through hands-on activities while interacting with other local homeschoolers.

BABY ART PLAYGROUND

Mar. 22, Apr. 19 & May 17 • 11:00 AM Babies will explore art through sensory play while they create an adorable keepsake. Designed for ages 0-2 years and a caregiver. Don’t forget to dress for the occasional mess!

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT

Mar. 27, Apr. 24 & May 15 • 10:30 AM

Join us for some lively tunes as we practice our coordination and rhythm! Everyone dances and sings in this active 30-minute program. Geared for ages 2-5 years.

FAMILY ART WORKSHOP

May 5 • 10:30 AM

Everyone in the family will create a fun piece of art in this instructor-led program.

WALK >15 FITNESS

Mondays, Mar. 6–May 15 • 9:15 AM

Living Room

Walk yourself healthy! Join our certified Walk Leader for a 2-mile Leslie Sansone Walk>15 Fitness class. Ages 16 and up.

CRAFTERNOON FOR ADULTS

Mar. 9, Apr. 13 & May 11 • 2:00 PM

Join us each month for a different makeand-take craft project. Supplies are provided. Ages 16 and up.

MidPointe ARTisans

Apr. 28 • 2:00 PM

Join us to learn drawing basics. You’ll learn the drawing fundamentals: shading, perspective, composition, and more. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.

We try to accommodate as many visitors as possible at our programs, but please understand that space is limited. Programs without registration are first come, first served.

MIDDLETOWN

125 South Broad Street • Middletown, OH 45044

YOUTH

IMAGINE THAT... YOU ARE A_______

Mar. 1 • 10:30 AM: Astronomer

Apr. 5 • 10:30 AM: Librarian

May 3 • 10:30 AM: Banker

Children’s Area

In this K-prep program, children ages 4-5 will work together and learn about a career.

SPRINGTIME BINGO

Mar. 4 • 2:00 PM

Children’s Area

Play bingo! Win prizes! Have fun!

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT

Mar. 8, Apr. 12 & May 10 • 10:30 AM

Community Room

Join us for some lively tunes as we practice our coordination and rhythm! Everyone dances and sings in this active 30-minute program. Geared for ages 2-5 years.

KIDS DIY...

Mar. 13 • 4:30 PM: Invent-o-Rama

Mar. 27 • 4:30 PM: Fidget Toys

Apr. 24 • 4:30 PM: Fairy Doors

Children’s Area

Kids (and enthusiastic family members) are invited to get crafty with us with a fun project! Ideal for school-agers, but siblings are welcome with adult supervision.

PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB

Mar. 15, Apr. 19 & May 17 • 10:30 AM

Children’s Area

Let’s make some art together! Children, ages 3-5, will practice using basic craft tools and they can take home their work after each session.

STEAM CLUB

Mar. 15, Apr. 19 & May 17 • 4:00 PM

Children’s Area

Learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math with fun, hands-on activities! Grades 1-5 with an adult caregiver. All ability levels welcome!

LOOKING FOR

STORYTIMES?

for a listing of all system wide Storytimes!

TINKER TIME EXPERIMENTS

Mar. 17 • 2:00 PM

Children’s Area

To finish off Inventors Week, families can drop in between 2:00 and 4:00 PM to play with kits like Snap Circuits and LittleBits to learn about chain reactions and inspire great ideas.

DROP-IN CRAFT

Mar. 18, Apr. 15 & May 27 • 12:00 PM

Children’s Area

Stop by for family-friendly crafts at your own pace between 12:00 and 3:30 PM.

KIDS WHO...

Mar. 22 • 10:30 AM: Measure Time

Apr. 26 • 10:30 AM: Sort It Out

Children’s Area

We will share games and activities while developing early math and literacy skills.

LITTLE BUILDERS

Mar. 29 • 10:30 AM

Children’s Area

Let’s build together! Using a variety of materials, we will create structures of all kinds.

APRIL FOOL’S DAY OF SILLINESS

Apr. 1 • 2:00 PM

Children’s Area

Funny jokes, silly games, crazy crafts! Wackiness galore! Stop by between 2:00 and 4:00 PM.

BABY EXPLORERS

May 4 • 10:15 AM

Kids ages 0-2 can explore the world around them with their caretakers in a variety of activities each month.

COMIC BOOK FUN

May 6 • 2:00 PM

Children’s Area

The first Saturday of May is Free Comic Book Day! Drop in between 2:00 and 4:00 PM for a variety of self-guided activities related to our favorite graphic novels, comics, and manga, for young readers of all ages.

SENSORY PLAY

May 10 • 5:00 PM

Community Room

Join us for self-directed play with different textures. All ability levels are welcome at this sensory-friendly program.

FAMILY ART WORKSHOP

May 11 • 10:30 AM

Community Room

Everyone in the family will create a fun piece of art in this instructor-led program.

CHOO-CHOO STORYTIME

May 13 • 11:00 AM

Children’s Area

We’re celebrating National Train Day with stories, songs, and crafts. Choochoo-choose to stop by!

TEEN Programs for grades 6-12

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD

Mar. 1, Apr. 5 & May 3 • 3:30 PM

Board Room

Do you have ideas for how to make the library a better place for teens? Join our Teen Advisory Board and help plan programs, complete community service projects, and more! For grades 6-12.

ANIME AND MANGA CLUB

Mar. 9, Apr. 6 & May 11 • 3:30 PM

Board Room

Are you a fan of anime and manga? Once a month come to the Library to geek out about what you’re reading and watching! Each meeting we’ll discuss titles, make and share some art, and watch some anime!

POTATO CHIP TASTE TEST

Mar. 16 • 3:30 PM

Board Room

Let’s celebrate one of the world’s greatest inventions: the potato chip! Learn the history of this famous snack while putting your taste buds to the test. Can you figure out all the flavors?

TABLETOP GAMING CLUB FOR TEENS

Mar. 25 & Apr. 22 • 2:00 PM

Community Room

There’s more to RPGs (role-playing games) than just Dungeons & Dragons. We’ll try new games and play unique characters, roll dice, and puzzle our way out of trouble. Beginners welcome. Grades 6-12.

TEEN DIY: PERLER BEADS

Mar. 30 • 3:30 PM

Board Room

Make the 8-bit creation of your dreams by melting plastic Perler beads with a hot iron to create a cool, pixelated design. For grades 6-12.

CHOPSTICK CHALLENGE

Apr. 27 • 3:30 PM

Community Room

Learn how to use chopsticks and show off your skills in this fun challenge featuring our favorite snacks. How much can you pick up with your chopsticks under the time limit? For grades 6-12.

ADULT

COMMUNITY READ BOOK DISCUSSION

Mar. 27 • 6:30 PM

Board Room

Join us for a discussion of Grace Talusan’s The Body Papers which powerfully explores the fraught contours of her own life as a Filipino immigrant and survivor of cancer and childhood abuse.

MidPointe ARTisans

Apr. 20 • 2:00 PM

Community Room

Join us to learn drawing basics. You’ll learn the drawing fundamentals: shading, perspective, composition, and more. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.

YOGA

Tuesdays, Mar. 7–Apr. 25 & May 9–30 • 10:30 AM

Community Room

Join our yoga instructor for this free drop-in class. Beginners are welcome! Please bring your own yoga mat and towel. Registration is not required but space is limited. Ages 16 and up.

BOOK CLUB

Mar. 8, Apr. 12 & May 10 • 10:30 AM

Conference Room A

This book club covers books of all genres, and one book is discussed at each meeting. Book selections can be found on the Library’s online calendar or by calling the Library at 513.424.1251. Please read the book prior to coming to the meeting.

CRAFTERNOON FOR ADULTS

Mar. 15, Apr. 19 & May 17 • 10:30 AM

Community Room

Join us each month for a different makeand-take craft project. Supplies are provided. Ages 16 and up.

CROCHET CLUB

Mar. 23, Apr. 27 & May 18 • 3:00 PM

Board Room

Join us to spend time with other crochet enthusiasts and learn something new! Yarn and materials will be provided.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Mar. 20 & May 15 • 3:30 PM

Middletown Parking Lot

Save a life, give blood on the Community Blood Center mobile coach. Appointments are encouraged. Visit www.donortime.com or call (937) 461-3220 for an appointment. Use Sponsor ID #1702.

FREE COMMUNITY SHRED DAY

May 20 • 11:00 AM

Middletown Parking Lot

Dispose of sensitive paper documents in a safe and responsible way. Patrons will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Length of event may be limited based on volume received.

We try to accommodate as many visitors as possible at our programs, but please understand that space is limited. Programs without registration are first come, first served.

WEST CHESTER

9363 Centre Pointe Drive • West Chester, OH 45069

YOUTH ABC CLUB

Wednesdays, Mar. 1–15 & 29,

Apr. 5–May 3 • 10:15 AM & 1:30 PM

Children’s Programming Room

Welcome to the ABC Club! Children ages 3-5 and their grown ups will explore the alphabet (numbers and colors, too!) through books and related activities.

DINOSAURS ROCK!

Mar. 4 • 10:30 AM

Community Room A/B

Stories, songs, and crafts all involving dionsaurs! Geared for pre-school age but all are welcome.

PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB

Tuesdays, Mar. 7–14 & 28, Apr. 4–May 2 • 11:15 AM

Children’s Programming Room

Let’s make some art together! Children, 3-5 years, will practice using basic craft tools and they can take home their work after each session. Space is limited.

AN AFTERNOON IN THE WILD, WILD WEST

Mar. 11 • 12:30 PM

Community Room A/B

Join us at the Library for a fun interactive program with the West Chester Symphony. Enjoy performances from the Symphony, time to create your own instrument and a chance to learn from the musicians.

BABY EXPLORERS

Mar. 17, Apr. 21 & May 1 • 10:15 AM

Children’s Programming Room

Kids ages 0-2 can explore the world around them with their caretakers in a variety of activities each month.

DROP-IN CRAFT

Mar. 18 • 10:30 AM

Community Room A/B

Stop by for family-friendly crafts at your own pace between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM. Crafts will have a St. Patrick’s Day theme.

MATHNASIUM MORNING

Mar. 23 • 10:30 AM

Community Room A/B

Mathnasium of West Chester will be here for a fun morning of math and learning! Geared for school-aged children.

BRICKS & BLOCKS

Mar. 24 • 2:00 PM

Children’s Programming Room

Come for a bricks and blocks challenge. Kindergarten through Grade 3. Space is limited.

EXPLORE CODING TOYS

Mar. 25, Apr. 22 & May 6 • 10:30 AM

Community Room A/B

Drop-in, parent-child (ages 4-7) activity. Learn basics of coding skills through play with several toys: Codapillar, Botley, Dash, etc. Parent/Guardian must be present with child.

PRE-SCHOOL STEAM STATIONS

Mar. 28, Apr. 25 & May 23 • 12:30 PM

Community Room A/B

Children ages 3-5 will rotate through fun stations to learn about science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math!

BUSY BUILDERS

Apr. 1 • 10:15 & 11:15 AM

Children’s Programming Room

Come build with us using a variety of blocks. Lots of fun for preschoolers! Limited number of participants.

D.E.A.R. KICK-OFF EVENT

Apr. 1 • 10:00 AM

Community Room A/B

Drop Everything and Read! Picture books will be read aloud at 10:15 AM, 10:45 AM, 11:15 AM, and 11:45 AM. Books for all ages will be on display for you to check out so that you can D.E.A.R. all month long!

TINY TOWN

Apr. 15 • 10:15 & 11:15 AM

Children’s Programming Room

Pre-schoolers are invited to enjoy dramatic play with cars, dolls, and buildings. Limited number of participants.

TODDLER PLAY DAY

May 4 • 1:00 PM

Children’s Programming Room

Kids ages 1-3 can explore the world around them with their caretakers in a variety of activities each month.

CINCO DE MAYO CRAFTS

May 5 • 10:30 AM

Children’s Programming Room

Drop in to make a Cinco de Mayo craft and learn about Mexican culture!

FAMILY ART WORKSHOP

May 10 • 5:30 PM

Community Room A/B

Everyone in the family will create a fun piece of art in this instructor-led program.

TEDDY BEARS’ PICNIC

May 11 • 10:30 AM

Community Room A/B

Bring your favorite teddy bear for a “beary” fun morning! Stories, songs, and crafts for you and your bear.

CHILDREN’S BINGO

May 31 • 11:00 AM

Community Room A/B

Play bingo for new and gently used children’s books. Book selections are from board books to chapter books.

TEEN

Programs for grades 6-12

EDGE TEEN CENTER

Mondays-Fridays, Mar. 1–9, 13–17, 27–31, Apr. 3–6, 10–28 & May 1–24 • 3:00 PM

Community Room A/B

MidPointe is proud to partner with EDGE Teen Center to provide after-school programming for teens. Find program details here:https://edgeteencenter.com/ programs/groups-programs.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD

Mar. 7, Apr. 4 & May 2 • 3:30 PM

Community Room A/B

Come give your opinion on how the library can best serve our teenage members of the community. Snacks will be provided.

GAMER’S NIGHT

Mar. 22 • 6:00 PM

Community Room A/B

Come enjoy a variety of games with VR headsets, a Nintendo Switch, board games, and more. Snacks will be provided. Open to ages 13 and up.

TEEN DIY CRAFTS

Apr. 18 • 3:30 PM: Felt Character

May 16 • 3:30 PM: Suncatcher

Community Room A/B

Stop by after school to create a new DIY project each month! Supplies provided. Space is limited.

CREATE TOGETHER: MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU

May 3 • 5:00 PM

Community Room A/B

An artistic and creative space for teens and adults to create together. Supplies are provided. Space is limited.

ADULT YOGA

Thursdays, Mar. 2–May 25 • 6:30 PM

Community Room A/B

Join our yoga instructor for this free drop-in class. Beginners are welcome! Please bring your own yoga mat and towel. Registration is not required but space is limited. Ages 16 and up.

FRIENDS, FOOD & FUN FOR SENIORS

Fridays, Mar. 3–May 26 • 10:00 AM

Community Room A/B

Every Friday, those ages 60 and up can enjoy free lunch, activities and an opportunity to socialize at the Library. The Library will provide a program every 4th Friday of the month. Registration is requested by 8:00 AM Wednesday each week and is available by calling 513.424.1251 or on the Library’s online calendar.

CRAFTERNOON FOR ADULTS

Mar. 7, Apr. 4 & May 15 • 11:30 AM

Community Room A/B

Join us each month for a different makeand-take craft project. Supplies are provided. Ages 16 and up.

TWISTY TANGLES

Mar. 8, Apr. 12 & May 10 • 1:00 PM

Community Room A/B

Looking to de-stress? Join us for a meditative practice that involves drawing patterns. We’ll teach you the basics and present new patterns each session.

BOOK CLUB

Mar. 14, Apr. 11 & May 9 • 6:30 PM Board Room

This book club covers books of all genres, and one book is discussed at each meeting. Book selections can be found on the Library’s online calendar or by calling the Library at 513.424.1251. Please read the book prior to coming to the meeting.

KNITTING CLUB

Mar. 23, Apr. 27 & May 25 • 6:00 PM Board Room

If you like to knit or crochet and are looking for good conversation, this group is for you! Open to yarncrafters ages 16 and up. Please bring your own yarn and needles. No instruction will be provided.

COMMUNITY READ BOOK DISCUSSION

Apr. 5 • 6:30 PM

Community Room C

Join us for a discussion of Grace Talusan’s The Body Papers which powerfully explores the fraught contours of her own life as a Filipino immigrant and survivor of cancer and childhood abuse.

MidPointe ARTisans

Apr. 24 • 11:00 AM

Community Room A/B

Join us to learn drawing basics. You’ll learn the drawing fundamentals: shading, perspective, composition, and more. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Apr. 29 • 10:00 AM

West Chester Parking Lot

Save a life, give blood on the Community Blood Center mobile coach. Appointments are encouraged. Visit www.donortime.com or call (937) 461-3220 for an appointment. Use Sponsor ID #1752.

FREE COMMUNITY SHRED DAY

May 16 • 9:00 AM

West Chester Parking Lot

Dispose of sensitive paper documents in a safe and responsible way. Patrons will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Length of event may be limited based on volume received.

We try to accommodate as many visitors as possible at our programs, but please understand that space is limited. Programs without registration are first come, first served.

The MidPointe Library Foundation

Launched in 2022, the MidPointe Library Foundation is a component fund of the Middletown Community Foundation.

All funds raised are used to support the MidPointe Library System’s mission and ensure a thriving future.

Keeping Your Library Strong Raising Readers Providing Unique Experiences

The MidPointe Library Foundation supports new and existing initiatives of the Library to ensure financial stability, access to vital resources and more.

One of the primary goals of the MidPointe Library Foundation is to develop exceptional early literacy programs to give all local children the best start possible.

For information about ways to give scan the QR code

DREAM BIG. What can the Library provide with extra support? The MidPointe Library Foundation is here to help make those dreams a reality.

DELIVERY & BOOKS BY MAIL

MidPointe Library System materials are available to you through the Library on Wheels

Delivery/Books by Mail service - a free, fast and convenient way for qualifying patrons who can not visit the Library in a traditional manner to borrow library materials.

Delivery Books by Mail

Library on Wheels currently visits almost all retirement communities and assisted living facilites in the MidPointe service area. Qualifying residents of these facilites desiring home delivery service can register to be added to these delivery routes.

How to Register

Individuals in private homes can qualify to receive Books by Mail. Once you complete the “How to Register” process for the Books by Mail service, materials are sent in a reusable envelope through the United States Postal Service.

Library on Wheels staff are happy to assist you in completing an application. Qualifying individuals can call MidPointe’s Library on Wheels at (513) 424-4918 during regular hours (M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM) or email libraryonwheels@midpointelibrary.org

TRENTON 200 Edgewood Drive • Trenton, OH 45067

YOUTH

PRETEND & PLAY

Fridays, Mar. 3, 17 & 31, Apr. 14 & 28, May 12 & 26 • 10:00 AM

Community Room

Does you child love pretending? Join us for play-based open sessions of fun with playsets, props and more!

SHAKESPURR’S SENSORY SPACE

Thursdays, Mar. 9 & 23, Apr. 6 & 20, May 4 & 18 • 4:00 PM

Fridays, Mar. 10 & 24, Apr. 7 & 21, May 5 & 19 • 10:00 AM

Community Room

Join us for bi-weekly drop-in sessions. This is a safe space to learn and explore with added therapeutic benefits. Open to all ages and abilities.

SPRING BINGO

Mar. 4 • 11:00 AM

Community Room

Join us for family bingo! Ages 5 and up.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY BUTTON

Mar. 13 • 5:30 PM

Community Room

Join us to make a pinch proof St. Patrick’s Day button.

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT

Mar. 21, Apr. 18 & May 16 • 10:30 AM

Community Room

Join us for some lively tunes as we practice our coordination and rhythm! Everyone dances and sings in this active 30-minute program. Geared for ages 2-5 years.

CODING TOYS

Mar. 23 • 10:30 AM

Apr. 29 & May 27 • 11:00 AM

Community Room

Join us for a hands-on fun introduction to coding through play! Space is limited.

STORYTIMES? LOOKING FOR

GO TO PAGE 2

for a listing of all system wide Storytimes!

LION NO-SEW PILLOW

Apr. 8 • 2:00 PM

Community Room

Celebrate Zoo Lover’s Day!

DROP-IN CRAFT

Apr. 11 • 1:00 PM

Community Room

Stop by for family-friendly crafts at your own pace between 1:00 and 2:00 PM.

STORYTIME FUN

May 4 • 10:30 AM

Community Room

Children, ages 3-5, and their grownups are invited to talk, sing, read, write, and play as we share stories, music, and movement.

FAMILY ART WORKSHOP

May 8 • 5:30 PM

Community Room

Everyone in the family will create a fun piece of art in this instructor-led program.

BEE WREATH

May 20 • 11:00 AM

Community Room

Celebrate World Bee Day with us!

TEEN

Programs for grades 6-12

ANIME AND MANGA CLUB

Mar. 1, Apr. 5 & May 3 • 4:00 PM

Community Room

Are you a fan of anime and manga? Once a month come to the Library to geek out about what you’re reading and watching! Each meeting we’ll discuss titles, make and share some art, and watch some anime!

SUPER SMASH BROS. TOURNAMENT

Mar. 4 & May 13 • 2:00 PM

Community Room

Come smash at our Nintendo Switch tournament. Champion gets bragging rights plus a trophy. In-person signup starts 15 minutes before program.

AFTER-SCHOOL GAME DAY

Mar. 8 & May 10 • 4:00 PM

Community Room

From classic board & card games to Nintendo Switch gaming, tweens and teens can drop in for an hour of fun and snacks.

CREATE TOGETHER

Mar. 18 • 11:00 AM & Mar. 22 • 4:00 PM

Apr. 15 • 2:30 PM & Apr. 19 • 4:00 PM

May 17 • 4:00 PM

Community Room

An artistic and creative space for teens and adults to craft together. Supplies are provided.

TEENS WRITE

Mar. 29, Apr. 26 & May 24 • 4:00 PM

Community Room

Tween and teen writers meet, share ideas and get tips on creative writing. Writers of all skill levels and genres are welcome.

MARIO KART 8 TOURNAMENT

Apr. 1 • 2:00 PM

Community Room

Race to the library for our Nintendo Switch tournament. Champion gets bragging rights plus a trophy. In-person sign up starts 15 minutes before program.

WACKY SCIENCE TRICKS

Apr. 12 • 4:00 PM

Community Room

Join us for amazing science experiments you can do with items found around your house. Recommended for Grades 4 & up.

YOGA

ADULT

Wednesdays, Mar. 1, 8 & 22–May. 31 • 2:00 PM

Community Room

Join our yoga instructor for this free drop-in class. Beginners are welcome! Please bring your own yoga mat and towel. Registration is not required but space is limited. Ages 16 and up.

WALK >15 FITNESS

Tuesdays, Mar. 7–May 30 • 5:30 PM

Community Room

Walk yourself healthy! Join our certified Walk Leader for a 2-mile Leslie Sansone Walk>15 Fitness class. Ages 16 and up.

CRAFTERNOON FOR ADULTS

Mar. 11, Apr. 8 & May 13 • 10:30 AM

Community Room

Join us each month for a different makeand-take craft project. Supplies are provided. Ages 16 and up.

WRITERS GROUP

Mar. 13, Apr. 3 & May 8 • 2:00 PM

Mar. 29, Apr. 26 & May 24 • 5:30 PM

Community Room

Writers and anyone interested in the writing craft meet to share ideas and resources for peer support. Open to ages 16 and up. All genres welcome.

MidPointe ARTisans

Apr. 22 • 10:30 AM

Community Room

Join us to learn drawing basics. You’ll learn the drawing fundamentals: shading, perspective, composition, and more. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Free Health Screenings and Services offered by Atrium

Medical Center and Premier

Community Health

Mar. 27, Apr. 15 & May. 22 • 10:30 AM

Community Room

MidPointe will host Atrium Medical Center and Premier Community Health to offer free drop-in health screenings, education, influenza vaccinations and more.

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Apr. 17 • 3:00 PM

Trenton Parking Lot

Save a life, give blood on the Community Blood Center mobile coach. Appointments are encouraged. Visit www.donortime.com or call (937) 461-3220 for an appointment. Use Sponsor ID #392.

Premier Health Mobile

Mammography Coach

Apr. 29 • 10:00 AM

Trenton Parking Lot

If you haven’t had your mammogram in the last 12 months, here’s your chance. Images are reviewed by board-certified radiologists from Atrium Medical Center. Please call (855) 887-7364 to schedule an appointment.

We try to accommodate as many visitors as possible at our programs, but please understand that space is limited. Programs without registration are first come, first served.

Innovation

INNOVATION

YOUTH

PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB

Mar. 3, Apr. 7 & May 5 • 10:30 AM

Rothwell Room

Let’s make some art together! Children, ages 3-5, will practice using basic craft tools and they can take home their work after each session.

LITTLE GARDENER GEAR-UP

Mar. 10 & Apr. 14 • 1:00 PM

Rothwell Room

As garden season approaches, engage your child in our hands-on garden series. Creations can be taken home at the end of the session. Space is limited.

HOPPING INTO SPRING

Mar. 23, Apr. 20 & May 11 • 1:00 PM

Monroe Sunroom

Enjoy a spring treat while listening to seasonally appropriate stories. Ideal for families with small children.

FAMILY FRIDAY

Mar. 31, Apr. 28 & May 19 • 1:00 PM

Rothwell Room

Enjoy some family time, while learning, creating, and playing alongside your children. Crafted creations can be taken home after each session. Space is limited.

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT

May. 3 • 10:15 AM

Rothwell Room

Join us for some lively tunes as we practice our coordination and rhythm! Everyone dances and sings in this active 30-minute program. Geared for ages 2-5 years.

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FAMILY ART WORKSHOP

May. 9 • 3:30 PM

Rothwell Room

Everyone in the family will create a fun piece of art in this instructor-led program.

MOTHER’S DAY TREAT DECORATING

May. 13 • 1:00 PM

Rothwell Room

Spend some time with those you love, while decorating treats for the mom in your life. Supplies provided. Space is limited.

ADULT CRAFTERNOON FOR ADULTS

Mar. 2, Apr. 6 & May 4 • 2:00 PM

Rothwell Room

Join us each month for a different makeand-take craft project. Supplies are provided. Ages 16 and up.

DRAGONFLIES: BUTLER SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT

Mar. 18 • 11:30 AM

Rothwell Room

Ohio is home to a wide variety of dragonflies. Join Butler Co. Soil & Water Conservation District and learn more about these beneficial insects. Space is limited.

BOOK CLUB

Mar. 21, Apr. 18 & May 16 • 2:00 PM

Monroe Sunroom

This book club covers books of all genres, and one book is discussed at each meeting. Book selections can be found on the Library’s online calendar or by calling the Library at 513.424.1251. Please read the book prior to coming to the meeting.

COMMUNITY READ BOOK DISCUSSION

Mar. 30 • 5:30 PM

Monroe Sunroom

Join us for a discussion of Grace Talusan’s The Body Papers which powerfully explores the fraught contours of her own life as a Filipino immigrant and survivor of cancer and childhood abuse.

MidPointe ARTisans

Apr. 10 • 5:00 PM

Rothwell Room

Join us to learn drawing basics. You’ll learn the drawing fundamentals: shading, perspective, composition, and more. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Mar. 22 & May 25 • 3:00 PM

Monroe Parking Lot

Save a life, give blood on the Community Blood Center mobile coach. Appointments are encouraged. Visit www.donortime.com or call (937) 461-3220 for an appointment. Use Sponsor ID #1789.

We try to accommodate as many visitors as possible at our programs, but please understand that space is limited. Programs without registration are first come, first served.

Dispose of sensitive paper documents in a safe and responsible way. Please plan to arrive early. Patrons will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Quantities may be limited. Length of event may be limited based on volume received.