Winter 2021/22 Program Guide by MidPointe Library System

MIDPOINTE LIBRARY SYSTEM

PROGRAM GUIDE WINTER 2021/22

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LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

elcome back! After pausing in-person, inlibrary programming due to the pandemic, we were thrilled to see events return in September. MidPointe is proud to again be able to offer programming for all ages and interests. If you haven’t had a chance to join us, I hope the programs listed in this guide spark your curiosity and that we will see you shortly. If virtual programming is a better fit for your family, I encourage you to check out MidPointe’s YouTube page. You can find a vast collection of storytimes (even bilingual ones!), maker videos, book chats and more. New videos are added weekly and virtual programming is a great way to bring a little more of the Library home. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

MidPointe is proud to again be able to offer programming for all ages and interests. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

MidPointe continues to make positive changes in response to the current environment and to better serve our patrons. We recently expanded hours at our Liberty location, opening on Mondays and extending hours to 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. We are looking forward to expanding open hours for

our locations in Middletown, Trenton and West Chester shortly. We will also soon be able to open our freshly renovated Monroe location to the public. Additionally, we are eager to reopen our Innovation Pointe makerspace to patrons in 2022, again offering our community a space and the tools to create. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Virtual programming is a great way to bring a little more of the Library home. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Again, we are so happy to welcome you back to programming at the MidPointe Library System and hope you are also able to enjoy the collection and many services we have available to you. Best wishes,

Travis Bautz MidPointe Library System Executive Director

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SYSTEM WIDE

STORYTIMES Enjoy stories read aloud and a fun mix of age-appropriate early literacy activities.

BABY STORYTIME

Ages 6-24 months

WEST CHESTER TODDLER STORYTIME

Thursdays, Dec. 2–16; Jan 6–Feb 24 • 10:15 AM Community Room A/B

PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME

Thursdays, Dec. 2–16; Jan 6–Feb 24 • 11:15 AM Community Room A/B

BABY STORYTIME

Mondays, Dec. 6 & 13; Jan 3, 10, 24 & 31–Feb 28 • 10:15 AM Community Room A/B

FAMILY STORYTIME

Mondays, Dec. 6 & 13; Jan 3, 10, 24 & 31–Feb 28 • 11:15 AM Tuesdays, Dec. 7 & 14; Jan 4–Feb 22 • 10:15 AM Wednesdays, Dec. 1–15; Jan 5–Feb 23 • 6:00 PM Community Room A/B Saturdays, Dec. 4–18; Jan 8–Feb 26 • 10:15 AM Storytime Room

TODDLER STORYTIME Ages 2-3 years

PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME Ages 3-5 years

LIBERTY FAMILY STORYTIME

Fridays, Dec. 3–17; Jan 7–Feb 25 • 10:15 & 11:15 AM Saturdays, Dec. 4–18; Jan 8–Feb 26 • 1:30 PM

TRENTON TODDLER STORYTIME

Thursdays, Dec. 2–16; Jan 6–Feb 24 • 10:15 AM Community Room

FAMILY STORYTIME All ages

VIRTUAL STORYTIME EVERY MONDAY 9:00 AM

PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME

Thursdays, Dec. 2–16; Jan 6–Feb 24 • 11:15 AM Community Room

FAMILY STORYTIME

Thursdays, Dec. 2–16; Jan 6–Feb 24 • 6:00 PM Community Room

*Dates and locations are subject to change.

MIDDLETOWN BABY STORYTIME

Mondays, Dec. 6 & 13; Jan 3, 10, 24 & 31–Feb 28 • 10:15 AM Community Room

FAMILY STORYTIME

Mondays, Dec. 6 & 13; Jan 3, 10, 24 & 31–Feb 28 • 11:15 AM Community Room

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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.

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YOUTH SANTA STORYTIME

December 6 • 6:00 PM Living Room Join us for an evening storytime with an extra special guest! We will be meeting in the Living Room on the first floor of the Foundry Building.

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BOOK CHAT

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Dec. 15, Jan. 19 & Feb. 16 • 11:30 AM Join us for an informal discussion about whatever book you are reading. We read and discuss fiction, non-fiction, short stories, and poetry. Bring your books, your love of reading and meet new friends and authors!

and up. Please bring water and wear shoes suitable for a fitness class.

WALK >15 FITNESS

CRAFTERNOON FOR ADULTS

Mondays, Jan. 3, 10, 24–Feb. 28 • 9:15 AM Living Room Walk yourself healthy! Join our certified Walk Leader for a free 2-mile Leslie Sansone Walk>15 Fitness class. Participants must be 16 years of age

LIBERTY

Jan. 13 & Feb. 10 • 2:00 PM A different make-and-take craft project will be featured each month. Supplies are provided. Open to ages 18 and up.

Did you know MidPointe offers Storywalks®? Visitors can make their way through the Storywalks® (frames displaying storybook pages) at their own pace, enjoying both the fresh air and a book that will change routinely. Scan the QR code for dates and locations The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

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YOUTH IMAGINE THAT... YOU ARE A_______ December 1 • 10:30 AM: Astronaut January 5 • 10:30 AM: Firefighter February 2 • 10:30 AM: Veterinarian Storytime Room In this Kindergarten Prep program, children ages 4-5 will learn to work together to meet a common goal.

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Dec. 8, Jan. 12 & Feb. 9 • 10:30 AM Children’s Area Join us for some lively tunes as we practice our coordination and rhythm! Children ages 2-5 years will use rhythm instruments and scarves, and everyone can dance and sing along in this active 30-minute program.

PICTURE BOOK SHOW AND TELL

December 11 • 2:00 PM Storytime Room Bring your favorite picture book to the library so we can practice reading out loud! Ages 5-8 with an adult caregiver.

PRESCHOOL CRAFT CLUB

Dec. 15, Jan 19 & Feb. 16 • 10:30 AM Storytime Room Let’s make some art together! Children age 3-5 years will practice using basic craft tools (glue sticks, safety scissors, crayons, etc.) and they can take home their work after each session.

NOON YEAR’S EVE

December 30 • 11:00 AM Community Room Let’s celebrate New Year’s Eve without staying up all night. We’ll play games, make a craft, and ring in the New Year at 12:00 sharp! This event is intended for kids ages 5-12, but siblings are welcome, too.

for a listing of all system wide Storytimes!

HOW TO USE THE LIBRARY: NON-FICTION BOOKS

January 11 • 4:30 PM Children’s Area Let’s start the semester off right! Together we’ll explore finding and evaluating non-fiction books to do your school projects and homework. For students in grades 4-8.

TORN PAPER ART

January 22 • 2:00 PM Storytime Room Make paper art with no scissors! All ability levels welcome, ages 5 to 9.

KIDS OF ALL SORTS

January 26 • 10:30 AM Storytime Room Let’s sort it all out! In this Kindergarten Prep program, children ages 4-5 will explore ways of sorting objects: by size, color, shape, etc. to develop early math skills.

HOLIDAY BREAK FUN • DEC 27-30 & JAN 3-5

CARNIVAL!

February 5 • 11:00 AM Children’s Area It’s National Take Your Child to the Library Day and that means it’s time for Big Fun under the Big Top! Games! Crafts! Prizes! Surprises! You won’t want to miss this!

HOW TO USE THE LIBRARY: ONLINE DATABASES

February 8 • 4:30 PM Children’s Area Do you want to learn more about how to use the Library and its resources for your school projects and homework? Together we’ll explore MidPointe’s online databases to fit your research needs. For students in grades 4-8.

STORY CUBES

February 15 • 4:00 PM Community Room Practice your storytelling skills with the dice game Story Cubes! All experience levels welcome. Grades 3-8, children under 9 with an adult caregiver.

School is out, so come over to the library for some fun! We’ll play board games on Mondays and Wednesdays, and make crafts on Tuesdays and Thursday.

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February 23 • 10:30 AM Storytime Room Let’s make a match! In this Kindergarten Prep program, children ages 4-5 will explore ways of matching letters, numbers, and objects to develop early literacy and math skills.

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monsters and solve puzzles as they search for hidden treasure. Pre-made player characters will be provided. All levels of experience are welcome!

IMPROV 101

January 15 • 2:00 PM Community Room Join us for an introduction to acting improvisation and theater! No experience necessary, just an eagerness to learn and have fun!

All programs for grades 6-12

ADULT

TEEN CRAFT HOUR

Dec. 2 • 3:30 PM: Stop motion animation Feb. 17 • 4:00 PM: Design your own fanzine Board Room Stop by after school to flex your creative muscles with a new craft every month! Supplies will be provided.

ANIME AND MANGA CLUB

Dec. 9, Jan. 6 & Feb. 10 • 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!

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS FOR TEENS

Dec. 18, Jan. 29 & Feb. 26 • 2:00 PM Conference Room B Join us as we delve into a one-shot adventure of D&D. The group will battle

DEVICE HELP 101

Dec. 7, Jan. 18 & Feb. 1 • 10:30 AM Conference Room B Are you having trouble setting up your new phone? Struggling with a laptop? Confused on how to connect your smart watch to your phone? This one-on-one program will teach you how to access and change the basic settings and personalize your devices to fit your interests and needs.

BOOK CHAT

Dec. 8, Jan. 12 & Feb. 9 • 2:00 PM Board Room Join us for an informal discussion about whatever book you are reading. We read and discuss fiction, non-fiction, short stories, and poetry. Bring your books, your love of reading and meet new friends and authors!

YOGA

Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15 & 22 • 10:30 AM Community Room Join our yoga instructor for this free dropin class. Beginners are welcome! Please bring your own yoga mat and towel. Registration is not required but space is limited. Open to ages 16 and up.

CRAFTERNOON FOR ADULTS

Jan. 25 & Feb. 22 • 2:00 PM Community Room A different make-and-take craft project will be featured each month. Supplies are provided, except where noted. Open to ages 18 and up.

MIDDLETOWN

KIDS WHO MATCH

COMMUNITY EVENTS COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTER

January 24 • 1:30 PM Middletown Parking Lot Save a life, give blood. Appointments are encouraged. Visit www.donortime. com or call (937) 461-3220 for an appointment. Use Sponsor ID #1702.

D I G I TA L A R C H I V E S Explore MidPointe Library System’s vast collection of • Digitized Photos • Historical Documents • Personal Correspondence Scan the QR code to find more

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YOUTH ABC CLUB

Wednesdays, Dec. 1–15; Jan. 5–Feb. 23 • 10:15 AM & 1:30 PM Storytime 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.

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STORY WORKSHOP

Tuesdays, Dec. 7 & 14; Jan. 4–Feb. 22 • 1:30 PM Storytime Room At our family workshops, kids ages 3 and up and their caretakers will learn valuable storytelling and early literacy skills, hear a book, and have a chance to tell their own stories!

ANIMAL ADVENTURES: REINDEER!

December 11 • 1:30 PM Community Room A/B Fact based program with stories, videos, photos , and activities that describe the majestic reindeer. Find out how this animal became so well known in December. Recommended for school age children.

GET A CLUE CLUB

Dec. 30 & Feb. 21 • 1:00 & 2:30 PM Jan. 27 • 6:30 PM, Jan. 29 • 1:30 PM Storytime Room Get a Clue Club will be exploring crime detection techniques each month. Children will sharpen their skills at being junior detectives and solve mysteries. This is for children in grades 3-5 only.

LEARNING CAD AND ENGINEERING CONCEPTS WITH PARALLAX ROBOTICS

January 3, 10 & 24 • 4:00 PM Community Room A/B We will be learning how to use CAD softwares to model the process that engineers use to create parts. Come on over if you are interested in learning

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about robotics or how to design objects that you can create with 3D printers and industrial machines! Suggested for grades 5-9.

GRATITUDE JOURNALS: WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR?

January 15 • 11:00 AM Community Room A/B Gratitude journals remind us to be thankful for the good things in our life. Adding positive thoughts to your day can make you feel happy. We’ll share ideas with you about how to get your thoughts on paper. Grades 4-6.

FIONA THE HIPPO BIRTHDAY CRAFTS AND ACTIVITIES

January 22 • 10:00 AM & 11:15 AM Community Room A/B Drop-in for birthday crafts and hippo activities to help celebrate Fiona’s 5th Birthday!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, FIONA STORYTIME

January 22 • 10:50 AM Community Room A/B Celebrate the fifth birthday of Cincinnati Zoo’s own Fiona the Hippo with her very own birthday storytime/party. Crafts and

activities will be available on a drop in basis both before and after the storytime. Cards and pictures made during this event will be delivered to the zoo before her actual birthday on January 24th.

VALENTINE CRAFT DAY

February 12 • 10:00 AM Community Room A/B Make valentines and valentine related crafts for your favorite people! Make something special for the special people in your life!

TEEN All programs for grades 6-12

BLACKOUT POETRY

December 14 • 5:30 PM Community Room A/B By covering up words on a book or magazine page, you can create your own poetry. Black out what you don’t want and keep what moves you. You can also use your artistic skills to create a colorful backdrop for your poetry by using other colors.

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February 10 • 5:00 PM Board Room February 26 • 11:00 AM Community Room A/B Teens and adults, make your own piece of jewelry! Our instructor will show you various techniques to creating your own jewelry. Class size is limited.

ADULT TWISTY TANGLES

Dec. 8, Jan. 12 & Feb. 9 • 1:00 PM Board Room Looking to de-stress? Twisty Tangles is based on Zentangle©: a meditative practice that involves drawing patterns. It promotes creativity, focus and calm. We’ll teach you the basics and present new patterns each session. Your completed project will look like a work of art! No experience is necessary and supplies will be provided.

SENIOR MOMENTS

Dec. 16, Jan. 20 & Feb. 17 • 2:00 PM Community Room A/B Join us for a lively mix of educational and creative topics geared toward senior adults.

CRAFTERNOON FOR ADULTS

Jan. 5 & Feb. 2 • 2:00 PM Community Room A/B A different make-and-take craft project will be featured each month. Supplies are provided, except where noted. Open to ages 18 and up.

YOGA

Thursdays, Jan. 6–Feb. 24 • 5:30 PM Community Room A/B Join our yoga instructor for this free dropin class. Beginners are welcome! Please bring your own yoga mat and towel. Registration is not required but space is limited. Open to ages 16 and up.

BOOK CLUB

Jan. 27 & Feb. 24 • 5:30 PM Board Room Books from all genres are read in this book club and one book is discussed at each meeting. Please read the book prior to coming to the meeting. See calendar for this month’s title.

CREATE TOGETHER: JEWELRY MAKING

BLACK HISTORY MONTH PRESENTATION: CLARENCE THOMAS

WEST CHESTER

CREATE TOGETHER: JEWELRY MAKING

February 28 • 5:30 PM Community Room A/B Join us for an enlightening talk on U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.

COMMUNITY EVENTS Community Blood Center

December 11 • 10:00 AM West Chester Parking Lot Save a life, give blood. Appointments are encouraged. Visit www.donortime. com or call 1-800-388-4483 for an appointment. Use Sponsor ID #1479.

MidPointe’s makerspace, located inside the West Chester branch, has reopened for the time being as “Innovation Pointe Express,” offering staff production of patron projects. Available machines are a 3D printer and a vinyl printer. Complete a print submission form to begin a project.

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TRENTON 200 Edgewood Drive • Trenton, OH 45067

YOUTH WINTER ANIMAL: POLAR BEAR

December 27 • 11:00 AM Community Room Join us for polar bear stories, activities and craft.

BLACK CANVAS PAINTING

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February 21 • 2:00 PM Community Room Join us for black canvas painting! Space limited to first 20 participants.

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TEEN All programs for grades 6-12

TEENS WRITE

Dec. 1, Jan. 5 & Feb. 2 • 4:00 PM Community Room Tweens and teens who write or want to learn more about creative writing, come meet other writers, share ideas and get tips from popular Young Adult authors. Writers of all skill levels and genres are welcome.

MANGA BOOK CLUB

Dec. 8, Jan. 12 & Feb. 9 • 4:00 PM Community Room Love manga? Share what you’re reading and learn what new manga is at the library while enjoying ramen and hanging out with other fans.

DIY CRAFTS:

Dec. 29 • 4:00 PM: Button Clips & Journals Jan. 26 • 4:00 PM: Origami Fun Feb. 23 • 4:00 PM: Salt Painting Community Room Crafty tweens and teens create DIY projects to decorate their space or gift to someone. Space limited to first 20 participants.

SUPER SMASH BROS. ULTIMATE TOURNAMENT

Jan. 3 & Feb. 19 • 2:00 PM Community Room Are you ready to smash in a Nintendo Switch tournament? In person signup opens 30 minutes before program starts. Space is limited to the first 16 participants signed up but spectators are welcome.

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ADULT SENIOR MOMENTS

Dec. 2, Jan. 6 & Feb. 3 • 2:00 PM Community Room Join us for a lively mix of educational and creative topics geared toward senior adults.

WALK >15 FITNESS

Tuesdays, Dec. 7; Jan. 4–Feb. 22 • 5:30 PM Community Room Walk yourself healthy! Join our certified Walk Leader for a free 2-mile Leslie Sansone Walk>15 Fitness class. Participants must be 16 years of age or older. Please bring water and wear shoes suitable for a fitness class.

Join us each month as Tamara discusses all things writing; shares tips, resources and advice for your writing journey. Writers of all ages, skill levels and genres are welcome!

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Dec. 11, Jan. 8 & Feb. 5 • 2:00 PM Community Room For writers and anyone wanting to learn about the craft of writing, meet fellow writers plus share ideas and resources for peer support. Writers ages 16 and up at all skill levels and all genres are welcome.

CRAFTERNOON FOR ADULTS

Jan. 8 & Feb. 12 • 10:30 AM Community Room A different make-and-take craft project will be featured each month. Supplies are provided, except where noted. Open to ages 18 and up.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

TRENTON

WRITERS GROUP

COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTER

December 13 & Feb. 14 • 1:30 PM Trenton Parking Lot Save a life, give blood. Appointments are encouraged. Visit www.donortime. com or call (937) 461-3220 for an appointment. Use Sponsor ID #392.

Free Health Screenings and Services offered by Atrium Medical Center and Premier Community Health

December 20 • 10:30 AM Trenton • Community Room MidPointe will host Atrium Medical Center and Premier Community Health to offer free drop-in health screenings (blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol, hemoglobin a1c), education, influenza vaccinations and more.

LEISURE KITS The MidPointe Library System offers so much more than books! Enjoy new games, musical instruments, crafting kits and more, all for free. Leisure kits available for check out include: •A mScope Stereo Microscope •B irdwatching •C hess Set •C rochet •C roquet Set •G iant Jenga •H iking •K alimba

•K nitting •L adder Toss •O tamatone •P ortable Badminton •P ortable Ping Pong •S teel Tongue Drum •U kulele •Y ard Darts

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MIDDLETOWN

125 South Broad Street Middletown, OH 45044 513-424-1251 ..................................

WEST CHESTER

9363 Centre Pointe Drive West Chester, OH 45069 513-777-3131 ..................................

TRENTON

ST U F F T H E BOOKMOBILE FOR TOY S F O R TOT S

200 Edgewood Drive Trenton, OH 45067 513-988-9050 ..................................

MONROE • Opening Soon

1 Tennessee Avenue Monroe, OH 45050 513-360-6224 ..................................

Donate a new, unwrapped toy to bring holiday cheer to local kids!

LIBERTY

7100 Foundry Row, Suite S-234 Liberty Township, OH 45069 513-318-1580 ..................................

MIDDLETOWN November 27 2:00–6:00 PM

LIBRARY ON WHEELS 513-424-4918

WEST CHESTER December 4 2:00–5:00 PM

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