PROGRAM GUIDE
LIBERTY
YOUTH
KIDS YOGA—WINTER WONDERLAND!
Dec. 2 • 10:15 AM
Join us for a winter wonderland yoga practice! Geared to ages 2-6 years. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket and wear comfy clothes!
HEXBUG CHALLENGE
Dec. 3, Jan. 7 & Feb. 4 • 1:00 PM
Take on a new challenge each month with our Hexbugs by working solo or as a team and create new obstacles, mazes, and games to test their limits. Geared toward kids in grades 3-7. Supplies provided.
TOT TIME—CELEBRATION!
Dec. 4 • 10:15 AM
Let’s Celebrate! 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.
PARACHUTE PLAYTIME
Dec. 6 • 10:30 AM
Pre-schoolers and their grownups can sing, dance, and move with instruments, scarves, and of course, the parachute.
LITTLE PATIENTS LIBRARY PRESENTED BY CINCINNATI
CHILDREN’S
Dec. 6, Jan. 3 & Feb. 7 • 11:15 AM
Join staff from Cincinnati Children’s to learn about important topics through fun activities. Geared for ages 2-5 years.
SANTA’S WORKSHOP
Dec. 11 • 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
Come be part of Santa’s Workshop!
Children up to age 12 years, will make a special present for a loved one. Wrapped, tagged, and ready to go under the tree!
SANTA STORYTIME
Dec. 13 • 10:15 AM
Living Room
Children and their grownups are invited to talk, sing, read, write, and play as we share stories, music, and movement. We
will have a special guest from the North Pole join us today!
BABY AND TODDLER STORYTIME
Mondays, Jan. 6–13 & Jan. 27–Feb. 24 • 10:15 AM
Children, 0-3 years, and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
TOT TIME
Mondays, Jan. 6–13 & Jan. 27–Feb. 24 • 10:45 AM
7100 Foundry Row Suite S-234
Liberty Township, OH 45069
TEEN
Programs for grades 8-12
CULINARY CREATIONS
Feb. 11 • 5:30 PM: No-Bake Red Velvet Cheesecake
Together we will make an easy, delicious recipe you can recreate at home. All you need to bring is your appetite and excitement to have fun cooking with friends!
Wednesdays, Jan. 8–Feb. 26 • 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.
KIDS
YOGA—STORIES & STRETCHES
Jan. 8 & Feb. 12 • 11:30 AM
Join us for some simple yoga poses, stories, and breathing exercises. Geared to ages 2-6 years. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket and wear comfy clothes.
FAMILY STORYTIME
Fridays, Jan. 10–Feb. 28 • 10:15 AM Children and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
123
CLUB
Jan. 15 & Feb. 19 • 11:30 AM
Welcome to the 123 Club! Children, ages 3-5, and their grown ups will explore early math concepts through books and related activities.
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT
Jan. 27 & Feb. 24 • 1:30 PM
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.
PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB
Feb. 5 • 11:30 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.
ADULT
WALK>15 FITNESS
Mondays, Dec. 2–Jan. 13 & Jan. 27–Feb. 24 • 9:15 AM
Living Room
Walk yourself healthy! Join our certified Walk Leader for a 2-mile Leslie Sansone Walk>15 Fitness class. Please bring water and wear shoes suitable for a fitness class. Ages 16 and up.
MIDPOINTE ARTISANS
Jan. 3 • 2:00 PM
Learn to paint with acrylics while having fun. You’ll learn basic techniques and how to mix and use colors. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.
CRAFTERNOON
Jan. 16 • 2:00 PM: Cross Stitch Pendant Feb. 17 • 2:00 PM: Embossed Greeting Card
Join us each month for a different makeand-take craft project. Supplies will be provided.
MONROE
YOUTH
JINGLE JAMS
Dec. 6 • 10:15 AM
Rothwell Room
Join us for some festive tunes as we practice our coordination and rhythm! Everyone dances and sings in this active 30-minute program. Geared for ages 2-5 years.
WINTER WORKSHOP
Dec. 9 • 10:15 AM
Rothwell Room
Let’s make some winter-themed art together! Children, ages 3-5, will practice using basic craft tools and take home their work.
MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS
Dec. 13 • 1:00 PM
Rothwell Room
Join Santa for storytime and pictures! Come learn how the reindeer fly, Rudolph got his red nose, Santa gets up and down the chimney, and how he is able to get around the world in just one night.
ALPHABET ADVENTURES
Mondays, Jan. 6–13 & Jan. 27–Feb. 24 • 10:15 AM
Rothwell Room
Explorers, ages 3-5, will investigate a different letter each month with stories and hands-on activities.
BUSY BUILDERS
Thursdays, Jan. 9–Feb. 27 • 10:30 AM
Rothwell Room
Pre-schoolers can show off their building skills with all the different types of blocks that are available. Play, create, and have fun!
KIDS YOGA—STORIES & STRETCHES
Jan. 9 & Feb. 13 • 11:30 AM
Join us for some simple yoga poses, stories, and breathing exercises. Geared to ages 2-6 years. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket and wear comfy clothes.
FAMILY STORYTIME
Fridays, Jan. 10–Feb. 28 • 10:15 AM
Rothwell Room
Children and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT
Jan. 10 & Feb. 7 • 11:15 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.
123 CLUB
Jan. 16 & Feb. 20 • 11:30 AM
Rothwell Room
Welcome to the 123 Club! Children ages 3-5 and their grown ups will explore early math concepts through books and related activities.
IMAGINATION TIME
Jan. 17 & Feb. 14 • 11:15 AM
Rothwell Room
Pre-schoolers will enjoy dramatic play, early literacy games and more!
PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB
Jan. 24 & Feb. 21 • 11:15 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.
PRE-SCHOOL LEARNING STATIONS
Jan. 31 & Feb. 28 • 11:15 AM
Rothwell Room
Pre-schoolers can explore several early literacy activities at a variety of stations.
ADULT
MIDPOINTE MEALS IN MONROE
Thursdays, Dec. 5–Feb. 27 • 10:30 AM
Monroe Community Room
6 East Ave., Monroe, OH 45050
Every Thursday, those ages 60 and up can enjoy a free lunch and activities, plus time to connect and socialize. Registration is required by 8:00 PM Monday each week and is available by calling 513.424.1251 or via MidPointe’s online calendar.
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
SPEAKER SERIES
Dec. 10 • 2:00 PM:
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body
Jan. 14 • 2:00 PM:
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Feb. 11 • 2:00 PM: Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Rothwell Room
The Alzheimer’s Association will be at the Library talking about different topics related to aging and our brains. Join us to learn more about the topics listed above!
BOOK CLUB
Dec. 17 • 2:00 PM:
The Love of My Life by Rosie Walsh
Jan. 21 • 2:00 PM:
A Quiet Life by Ethan Joella Feb. 18 • 2:00 PM: River Sing Me Home by Eleanor Shearer
Rothwell Room
Join us for a lively discussion every month. We read books of all genres and vote on each month’s title. Please read the book before the meeting.
MIDPOINTE ARTISANS
Jan 27 • 4:30 PM
Rothwell Room
Learn to paint with acrylics while having fun. You’ll learn basic techniques and how to mix and use colors. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.
RECIPE CLUB
Feb. 3 • 4:00 PM
Rothwell Room
Choose a salad recipe from a cookbook at home or borrow a cookbook from the Library to cook at home. Please bring your dish and recipe to share at the Library for a recipe swap.
MIDDLETOWN
YOUTH
TOT TIME
Dec. 2 • 10:15 AM
Community Room
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.
ABC CELEBRATION
Dec. 2 • 11:15 AM
Community Room
Let’s have an ABC Celebration! Children, ages 3-5, and their grown ups will explore the alphabet (numbers and colors, too!) through books and related activities.
YES, AND—IMPROV FOR TWEENS
Dec. 2, Jan. 30 & Feb. 17 • 4:30 PM
Community Room
Move, laugh, and play while exploring theater games at this improv class for grades 3-7.
MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS
Dec. 4 • 10:30 AM
Community Room A/B
Join Santa for storytime and pictures! Come learn how the reindeer fly, Rudolph got his red nose, Santa gets up and down the chimney, and how he is able to get around the world in just one night.
JINGLE JAMS
Dec. 5 • 10:15 AM
Community Room
Join us for some festive tunes as we practice our coordination and rhythm! Everyone dances and sings in this active 30-minute program. Geared for ages 2-5 years.
PARACHUTE PLAYTIME
Dec. 9 • 10:15 AM
Community Room
Pre-schoolers and their grownups can sing, dance, and move with instruments, scarves, and of course, the parachute.
SNOWFLAKE SWIRL
Dec. 9 • 11:15 AM
Community Room
Snowflakes will soon swirl all around us so let’s get ready! Children, ages 3-5, and their grownups are invited to engage with stories, music, and activities about snow.
HEXBUG CHALLENGE
Dec. 9, Jan. 13 & Feb. 10 • 1:00 PM
Community Room
Take on a new challenge each month with our Hexbugs by working solo or as a team and create new obstacles, mazes, and games to test their limits. Geared toward kids in grades 3-7. Supplies provided.
WINTER WORKSHOP
Dec. 11 • 10:15 AM
Community Room
Let’s make some winter-themed art together! Children, ages 3-5, will practice using basic craft tools and take home their work.
TOT TIME
Dec. 13, Jan. 10 & Feb. 14 • 10:00 AM
Children’s Programming Room
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.
BABY AND TODDLER STORYTIME
Mondays, Jan. 6–13 & Jan. 27–Feb. 24 • 10:15 AM
Community Room
Children, 0-3 years, and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
ABC CLUB
Mondays, Jan. 6–13 & Jan. 27–Feb. 24 • 11:15 AM
Community 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.
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT
Jan. 8 & Feb. 5 • 10:15 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.
IMAGINATION TIME
Jan. 15 & Feb. 12 • 10:15 AM
Community Room
Pre-Schoolers will enjoy dramatic play, early literacy games and more!
PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB
Jan. 22 & Feb. 19 • 10:15 AM
Community 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.
PRE-SCHOOL LEARNING STATIONS
Jan. 29 & Feb. 26 • 10:15 AM
Community Room
Pre-Schoolers can explore several early literacy activities at a variety of stations.
KIDS D.I.Y.
Dec. 5, Jan. 14 & Feb. 11 • 1:00 PM
Community Room
Tweens are invited to get crafty with us with a fun project!
NOSTALGIADAYS
Dec. 14 • 1:00-3:00 PM
Community Room
Families are welcome to join in on nostalgic cheer at our elementary school-style holiday party for kids of past and present. Featuring snacks, crafts, and a throwback festive film featuring a familiar frog!
STEAM CLUB
Dec. 17, Jan. 21 & Feb. 18 • 1:00 PM Board Room
Learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math with fun, hands-on activities! Geared for tweens. All ability levels welcome!
TEEN
Programs for grades 8-12
GAME ON
Dec. 11, Jan. 22 & Feb. 12 • 4:30 PM Community Room
Come enjoy a variety of games with VR headsets, a Nintendo Switch, board games, and more.
DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS
Dec. 18, Jan. 29 & Feb. 26 • 4:30-6:30 PM Board Room
Come explore the exciting world of D&D! Roll dice, embark on dangerous quests, and save the day at this program for beginners and experienced players alike.
ANIME & MANGA CLUB
Dec. 19, Jan. 30 & Feb. 27 • 3:30 PM Board Room
Are you a fan of anime and manga? Come geek out about what you’re reading and watching!
FROM IDEAS TO INK
Jan. 14 • 5:30 PM Board Room
Explore creative writing with a supportive group of peers. You will learn new writing skills, share your stories, and meet other writers just like you. Open to all experience levels.
D.I.Y WORKSHOP
Jan. 16 • 4:30 PM: Quilling Snowflakes Board Room
Teens are invited to tap into their inner artist with arts, crafts and other creative projects. Supplies will be provided.
CULINARY CREATIONS
Feb. 20 • 4:30 PM: No-Bake Red Velvet Cheesecake Board Room
Together we will make an easy, delicious recipe you can recreate at home. All you need to bring is your appetite and excitement to have fun cooking with friends!
ADULT
IN-LIBRARY CASE MANAGER
Mondays • 11:30 AM-4:00 PM
Tuesdays • 1:00-4:30 PM
2nd & 4th Thursdays • 10:00 AM-4:30 PM
A case manager from Sunrise Treatment Center is available onsite at MidPointe Library Middletown for assistance with community resources and mental health services.
YOGA
Tuesdays, Dec. 3–Dec. 17, Dec. 31–Jan. 7 & Jan. 21–Feb. 25 • 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. Ages 16 and up.
BOOK CLUB
Dec. 3 • 10:30 AM: Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
Jan. 7 • 10:30 AM: The Invisible Hour by Alice Hoffman
Feb. 4 • 10:30 AM:
The Underground Library by Jennifer Ryan
Board Room
Join us for a lively discussion every month. We read books of all genres and vote on each month’s title. Please read the book before the meeting.
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
SPEAKER SERIES
Dec. 12 • 10:30 AM:
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body
Jan. 16 • 10:30 AM:
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Feb. 13 • 10:30 AM:
Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Board Room
The Alzheimer’s Association will be at the Library talking about different topics related to aging and our brains. Join us to learn more about the topics listed above!
MIDPOINTE ARTISANS
Jan. 9 • 6:00 PM
Community Room
Learn to paint with acrylics while having fun. You’ll learn basic techniques and how to mix and use colors. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
PREMIER HEALTH MOBILE
MAMMOGRAPHY COACH
Dec. 7 • 10:00 AM
Middletown Parking Lot
If you haven’t had a mammogram in the last 12 months, now you can. Images are reviewed by board-certified radiologists from Atrium Medical Center. Call (855) 887-7364 to schedule an appointment. The Mobile Mammography Coach will be at the Library from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM.
COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE
Jan. 13 • 3:00 PM
Middletown Parking Lot
Save a life, give blood on the Solvita mobile coach from 3:00–6:00 PM. Appointments are encouraged. Visit www.donortime.com or call (937) 461-3220 for an appointment. Use Sponsor ID #1702.
WEST CHESTER
YOUTH
PARACHUTE PLAYTIME
Dec. 3 • 10:30 AM
Community Room A/B
Pre-schoolers and their grownups can sing, dance, and move with instruments, scarves, and of course, the parachute.
WINTER GARDENERS
Dec. 3 • 11:30 AM
Children’s Programming Room
Join us as we look ahead to spring through books and related garden activities! Geared toward families with children up to age 12 years.
BABY EXPLORERS
Dec. 4 • 10:00 AM
Community Room C
Kids, ages 0-2, and their caregivers can explore the world around them in a variety of activities each month.
ABC CELEBRATION
Dec. 4 • 10:15 AM & 1:30 PM
Children’s Programming Room
Let’s have an ABC Celebration! Children, ages 3-5, and their grown ups will explore the alphabet (numbers and colors, too!) through books and related activities.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
STORYTIME WITH LAKOTA WEST
Wednesdays, Dec. 4 & 11 • 11:15 AM
Children’s Programming Room
Lakota West High School students will present storytime in both ASL (American Sign Language) and English! All ages welcome.
KIDS D.I.Y.
Dec. 4, Jan. 15 & Feb. 5 • 4:30PM
Children’s Programming Room Tweens are invited to get crafty with us with a fun project!
TODDLER ART
Dec. 5 • 10:15 AM
Children’s Programming Room
Toddlers, 2 and up, and their grownups will explore art and create their own masterpieces. Don’t forget to dress for the occasional mess!
SNOWFLAKE SWIRL
Dec. 5 • 11:30 AM
Children’s Programming Room Snowflakes will soon swirl all around us so let’s get ready! Children, ages 3-5, and their grownups are invited to engage with stories, music, and activities about snow.
KIDS YOGA—WINTER WONDERLAND!
Dec. 9 • 10:15 AM
Children’s Programming Room
Join us for a winter wonderland yoga practice! Geared to ages 2-6 years. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket and wear comfy clothes!
MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS
Dec. 10 • 10:30 AM
Community Room A/B
Join Santa for storytime and pictures! Come learn how the reindeer fly, Rudolph got his red nose, Santa gets up and down the chimney, and how he is able to get around the world in just one night.
YES, AND—IMPROV FOR TWEENS
Dec. 11, Jan. 8 & Feb. 12 • 4:30 PM
Children’s Programming Room Move, laugh, and play while exploring theater games at this improv class for grades 3-7.
HEXBUG CHALLENGE
Dec. 18, Jan. 22 & Feb. 19 • 4:30 PM
Children’s Programming Room
Take on a new challenge each month with our Hexbugs by working solo or as a team and create new obstacles, mazes, and games to test their limits. Geared toward kids in grades 3-7. Supplies provided.
BABY STORYTIME
Mondays, Jan. 6-13 & Jan. 27 – Feb. 24 • 10:15 AM
Children’s Programming Room Children, 6-24 months, and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
9363 Centre Pointe Drive West Chester, OH 45069
PRETEND & PLAY
Mondays, Jan. 6-13 & Jan. 27–Feb. 24 • 11:15 AM
Children’s Programming 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.
FAMILY STORYTIME
Tuesdays, Jan. 7–Feb. 25 • 10:15 AM
Children’s Programming Room
Children and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB
Tuesdays, Jan. 7–Feb. 25 • 11:15 AM
Children’s Programming 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.
ABC CLUB
Wednesdays, Jan. 8–Feb. 26 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.
TODDLER STORYTIME
Thursdays, Jan. 9–Feb. 27 • 10:15 AM
Children’s Programming Room
Children, 2-3 years, and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
PRE-SCHOOL ADVENTURES
Thursdays, Jan. 9–Feb. 27 • 11:15 AM
Children’s Programming Room
Children, ages 3-5, and their grownups are invited to practice their early literacy skills as we share stories, rhymes and hands-on activities.
KIDS YOGA—STORIES & STRETCHES
Jan. 10 & Feb. 14 • 10:15 AM
Children’s Programming Room
Join us for some simple yoga poses, stories, and breathing exercises. Geared to ages 2-6 years. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket and wear comfy clothes.
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT
Jan. 17, Feb. 7 & 21 • 10:15 AM
Children’s Programming 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.
123 CLUB
Jan. 17 & Feb. 21 • 11:30 AM
Children’s Programming Room
Welcome to the 123 Club! Children, ages 3-5, and their grown ups will explore early math concepts through books and related activities.
BUSY BUILDERS
Jan. 24 & Feb. 28 • 10:15 AM
Children’s Programming Room
Pre-schoolers can show off their building skills with all the different types of blocks that are available. Play, create, and have fun!
GAME ON—TWEEN EDITION
Jan. 29 & Feb. 26 • 4:30 PM
Children’s Programming Room
Come enjoy a variety of games with the Nintendo Switch, board games, and more.
BOOKPLAY
Feb. 7 • 11:30 AM
Children’s Programming Room
Children learn naturally when they read, sing, write, talk and play! This storytime for ages 3-5 combines books, rhymes, and hands-on activities to create an early literacy experience.
PALENTINE’S CRAFT DAY
Feb. 14 • 1:30–3:30 PM
Children’s Programming Room
Kids of all ages and their grownups can drop in any time to celebrate love and friendship with all kinds of crafts!
STEAM CLUB
Dec. 16, Jan. 6 & Feb. 3 • 4:30 PM
Children’s Programming Room
Learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math with fun, hands-on activities! Geared for tweens. All ability levels welcome!
TEEN
Programs for grades 8-12
EDGE TEEN CENTER
Mondays–Fridays
Dec. 2-20, Jan. 7-17, 21–Feb. 13 & 18-28 • 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/west/enroll-west. Registration is required through EDGE. Contact EDGE for more details.
ANIME & MANGA CLUB
Dec. 3, Jan. 7 & Feb. 4 • 3:30 PM Board Room
Are you a fan of anime and manga? Come geek out about what you’re reading and watching!
D.I.Y WORKSHOP
Dec. 17 • 3:30 PM
Mini Paintings
Jan. 21 • 3:30 PM
Quilling Snowflakes
Community Room A/B
Teens are invited to tap into their inner artist with arts, crafts and other creative projects. Supplies will be provided. D.I.Y. Workshop will meet in Community Room A/B along with EDGE Teen Center.
CULINARY CREATIONS
Feb. 18 • 3:30 PM:
No-Bake Red Velvet Cheesecake Children’s Programming Room
Together we will make an easy, delicious recipe you can recreate at home. All you need to bring is your appetite and excitement to have fun cooking with friends!
ADULT
IN-LIBRARY CASE MANAGER
1st, 3rd & 5th Thursdays • 1:00–4:30 PM
A case manager from Sunrise Treatment Center is available onsite at MidPointe Library West Chester for assistance with community resources and mental health services.
BOOK CHAT
Dec. 2, Jan. 6 & Feb. 3 • 1:00 PM
Board Room
Join us for an informal discussion about whatever book you are reading.
All genres are welcome to read and discuss. Bring your books, your love of reading and meet new friends and authors!
YOGA
Thursdays, Dec. 5–Feb. 27 • 6:30 PM
Saturdays, Dec. 14–Feb. 8
& Feb. 22 • 10:30 AM
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. Ages 16 and up.
FRIENDS, FOOD & FUN FOR SENIORS
Fridays, Dec. 6–Feb. 28 • 10:00 AM
Community Room A/B
Every Friday, those ages 60 and up can enjoy a free lunch and activities, plus time to connect and socialize. Registration is required by 8:00 PM Tuesday each week and is available by calling 513.424.1251 or via MidPointe’s online calendar.
RECIPE CLUB
Dec. 9 • 6:30 PM
Community Room A/B
Choose a soup or sandwich recipe from a cookbook at home or borrow a cookbook from the Library to cook at home. Please bring your dish and recipe to share at the Library for a recipe swap.
TWISTY TANGLES
Dec. 10, Jan. 14 & Feb. 11 • 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
Dec. 10 • 6:30 PM:
The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger Jan. 14 • 6:30 PM:
Three-Inch Teeth by C.J. Box Feb. 11 • 6:30 PM:
The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles
Community Room A/B
Join us for a lively discussion every month. We read books of all genres and vote on each month’s title. Please read the book before the meeting.
FALL PREVENTION 101 WITH UC HEALTH
Dec. 11, Jan. 13 & Feb 12 • 10:30 AM
Community Room A/B
Hear from UC Health staff about strategies for avoiding or eliminating fall hazards to better navigate inside and outside the home.
(NOT SO) YOUNG ADULT BOOK CLUB
Dec. 16 • 6:00 PM: Nostalgic Reads
Jan. 27 • 6:00 PM: Time
Feb. 24 • 6:00 PM: Love Board Room
Bring a young adult or new adult book to discuss based on a different theme each month! Novels, manga, and graphic novels are all welcome. For ages 16 and up.
MIDPOINTE ARTISANS
Jan. 13 • 6:00 PM
Community Room A/B
Learn to paint with acrylics while having fun. You’ll learn basic techniques and how to mix and use colors. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.
RETIREMENT PLANNING WORKSHOP
January 15 • 6:00 PM
Community Room C
It’s never too early to plan for retirement! Join us at the Library, along with Meritum
Wealth Management, to learn retirement basics and the key areas to focus on.
CRAFTERNOON
Jan. 28 • 11:30 AM:
Cross Stitch Pendant
Feb. 25 • 11:30 AM:
Embossed Greeting Card
Community Room A/B
Join us each month for a different makeand-take craft project. Supplies will be provided.
TRIVIA TIME–MUSICAL THEATER
Feb. 19 • 6:30 PM
Community Room A/B
Join us for an evening of trivia! Test your theater knowledge and compete for an exciting prize.
LIVE THE DREAM: BLACK HISTORY MONTH LECTURE–OPEN
A CHANNEL UHURA: THE LIFE & CAREER OF NICHELLE NICHOLS
Feb. 24 • 6:00 PM
Community Room A/B
Join presenter Eric Guttag, at the Library, to learn more about the life and career of actress Nichelle Nichols.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
A VERY MERRY TAKEOVER AND SANTA TROT
Dec. 7 • 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
Library and The Square @ Union Centre West Chester Township, Caring Community Collaborative (C3) and MidPointe Library are hosting this holiday event that includes a Santa suit fun run/ walk, Christmas artisans and vendors, children’s activities and a free concert by the Naked Karate Girls!
LOVE IS IN THE AIR WITH THE WEST CHESTER SYMPHONY
Feb. 15 • 12:30-4:00 PM
Community Room A/B
Join us at the Library for a fun interactive program with the West Chester Symphony. Enjoy a storytime, performances from the Symphony, a craft, and a chance to learn from the musicians
INNOVATION POINTE
ALL AGES
BLOCK PRINTMAKING
Dec. 12, Jan. 9 & Feb. 6 • 6:30 PM
Come and learn about print making techniques and make your own art prints using 3D printed designs and templates.
TEEN/ADULT
MAKERSPACE ESCAPE ROOM
Dec. 4, Jan. 29 & Feb. 26 • 6:30 PM
Break into our holiday themed escape room. Enjoy the escape activity before learning the process of using the library laser cutter to design and create pieces for your own actives and projects.
SUBLIMATION WINTER
BEANIE
CRAFT
Dec. 16, Jan. 13 & Feb. 10 • 6:30 PM
Join us to customize a winter beanie style hat with vibrant sublimation patches, allowing you to express your unique style.
Located inside MidPointe Library West Chester
3D PRINTED PUZZLES
Jan. 21 & Feb. 18 • 6:30 PM
Enjoy an evening of challenging critical thinking puzzle boxes created from our 3D printers. You will take home a 3D printed magic trick to mystify your friends. All Innovation Pointe programs and use of makerspace machines are appointment based. Please be sure to register by calling 513.424.1251 or via MidPointe’s online calendar.
LIBRARY ON WHEELS
MidPointe’s Library On Wheels provides library materials and services to all corners of the community and serves library patrons who have special needs or difficulty using the library through traditional means.
SERVICES INCLUDE:
Bookmobile
This 30 foot vehicle features a complete collection of thousands of Library materials for all ages. Stops include local parks, organizations, schools, congregate locations, community events and more.
Pop-Up Library Service
This service brings a mini library inside multiple community spaces including health care facilities and other destinations. The pop-up library includes multiple carts of library materials for browsing, one-on-one reference assistance, a patron accessible printer and more.
Home Delivery & Books by Mail
Library On Wheels provides monthly deliveries of library materials to nursing homes, assisted living facilities, other congregate living locations and personal homes. Books by Mail allows your library materials to be delivered to your home through your local Post Office.
(OLBPD) Ohio Library for the Blind & Physically Disabled
MidPointe’s Library On Wheels staff provides access and assistance for patrons wishing to utilize the Ohio Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled.
Contact for more information: 513-424-4918 or libraryonwheels@midpointelibrary.org
YOUTH
JINGLE JAMS
Dec. 3 • 10:15 AM
Community Room
Join us for some festive tunes as we practice our coordination and rhythm! Everyone dances and sings in this active 30-minute program. Geared for ages 2-5 years.
PARACHUTE PLAYTIME
Dec. 5 • 10:30 AM
Community Room
Pre-schoolers and their grownups can sing, dance, and move with instruments, scarves, and of course, the parachute.
WINTER WORKSHOP
Dec. 10 • 10:15 AM
Community Room
Let’s make some winter-themed art together! Children, ages 3-5, will practice using basic craft tools and take home their work.
HEXBUG CHALLENGE
Dec. 12, Jan. 9 & Feb. 13 • 4:30 PM
Community Room
Take on a new challenge each month with our Hexbugs by working solo or as a team and create new obstacles, mazes, and games to test their limits. Geared toward kids in grades 3-7. Supplies provided.
MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS
Dec. 13 • 10:30 AM
Community Room
Join Santa for storytime and pictures! Come learn how the reindeer fly,
Rudolph got his red nose, Santa gets up and down the chimney, and how he is able to get around the world in just one night.
YES, AND—IMPROV FOR TWEENS
Dec. 19, Jan. 16 & Feb. 20 • 4:30 PM
Community Room
Move, laugh, and play while exploring theater games at this improv class for ages 9-12.
NOON YEAR’S EVE
Dec. 31 • 11:30 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! Intended for ages 5-12, but siblings are welcome, too.
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT
Jan. 7 & Feb. 4 • 10:15 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.
FAMILY STORYTIME
Thursdays, Jan. 9–Feb. 27 • 10:15 AM
Community Room
Children and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
PRE-SCHOOL DISCOVERY DAYS
Thursdays, Jan. 9–Feb. 27 • 11:15 AM
Community Room
Little ones, ages 3-5, will practice their kindergarten readiness and early literacy
skills through stories, rhymes, and hands-on activities!
IMAGINATION TIME
Jan. 14 & Feb. 11 • 10:15 AM
Community Room
Pre-Schoolers will enjoy dramatic play, early literacy games and more!
PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB
Jan. 21 & Feb. 18 • 10:15 AM
Community 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.
KIDS D.I.Y.
Jan. 23 & Feb. 27 • 4:30 PM
Community Room
Tweens are invited to get crafty with us with a fun project
PRE-SCHOOL LEARNING STATIONS
Jan. 28 & Feb. 25 • 10:15 AM
Community Room
Pre-schoolers can explore several early literacy activities at a variety of stations.
TEEN
Programs for grades 8-12
ANIME AND MANGA CLUB
Dec. 4, Jan. 8 & Feb. 5 • 4:30 PM
Community Room
Are you a fan of anime and manga? Come geek out about what you’re reading and watching!
GAME ON
Dec. 18, Jan. 15 & Feb. 19 • 4:30 PM
Community Room
Come enjoy a variety of games with VR headsets, a Nintendo Switch, board games, and more.
D.I.Y WORKSHOP
Jan. 29 • 4:30 PM
Quilling Snowflakes Community Room
Teens are invited to tap into their inner artist with arts, crafts and other creative projects. Supplies will be provided.
CULINARY CREATIONS
Feb. 26 • 4:30 PM:
No-Bake Red Velvet Cheesecake Community Room
Together we will make an easy, delicious recipe you can recreate at home. All you need to bring is your appetite and excitement to have fun cooking with friends!
ADULT
WALK>15 FITNESS
Tuesdays, Dec. 3–Dec. 17 & Jan. 7–Feb. 25 • 5:30 PM
Community Room
Walk yourself healthy! Join our certified Walk Leader for a 2-mile Leslie Sansone Walk>15 Fitness class. Please bring water and wear shoes suitable for a fitness class. Ages 16 and up.
LUNCH & LEISURE FOR SENIORS
Wednesdays, Dec. 4–Dec. 18 & Jan. 8–Feb. 26 • 10:00 AM Community Room
Every Wednesday, those ages 60 and up can enjoy a free lunch and activities, plus time to connect and socialize. Registration is required by 5:00 PM Sunday each week and is available by calling 513.424.1251 or via MidPointe’s online calendar.
YOGA
Wednesdays, Dec. 4-11 & Jan. 8–Feb. 26 • 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. Ages 16 and up.
(NOT SO) YOUNG ADULT BOOK CLUB
Dec. 5 • 5:30 PM: Nostalgic Reads
Jan. 2 • 5:30 PM: Time
Feb. 6 • 5:30 PM: Love
Community Room
Bring a young adult or new adult book to discuss based on a different theme each month! Novels, manga, graphic novels, etc. are all welcome. Ages 16 and up.
LEVEL UP
Dec. 14, Jan. 18 & Feb. 15 • 2:30 PM
Community Room
Come enjoy a variety of games with VR headsets, a Nintendo Switch, board games, and more. Ages 18 and up.
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
SPEAKER SERIES
Dec. 17 • 2:30 PM:
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body
Jan. 21 • 2:00 PM:
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Feb. 18 • 2:00 PM:
Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Community Room
The Alzheimer’s Association will be at the Library talking about different topics related to aging and our brains. Join us to learn more about the topics listed above!
CRAFTERNOON
Jan. 11 • 10:30 AM:
Cross Stitch Pendant
Feb. 8 • 10:30 AM:
Embossed Greeting Card
Community Room
Join us each month for a different makeand-take craft project. Supplies will be provided.
TRIVIA TIME–MUSICAL THEATER
Jan. 13 • 5:30 PM
Community Room
Join us for an evening of trivia! Test your theater knowledge and compete for an exciting prize.
MIDPOINTE ARTISANS
Jan. 25 • 10:30 AM
Community Room
Learn to paint with acrylics while having fun. You’ll learn basic techniques and how to mix and use colors. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.
RECIPE CLUB
Feb. 10 • 1:30 PM
Community Room
Choose a salad recipe from a cookbook at home or borrow a cookbook from the Library to cook at home. Please bring your dish and recipe to share at the Library for a recipe swap.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE
Dec. 23 & Feb. 24 • 3:00 PM
Trenton Parking Lot
Save a life, give blood on the Solvita mobile coach from 3:00–6:00 PM. Appointments are encouraged. Visit www.donortime.com or call (937) 461-3220 for an appointment. Use Sponsor ID #392.
FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS BY PREMIER HEALTH
Jan. 13 • 10:30 AM
Community Room
MidPointe will host Atrium Medical Center and Premier Community Health to offer free drop-in health screenings (blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol and hemoglobin A1C), education, influenza vaccinations and more.
125 South Broad Street
Middletown, OH 45044
513-424-1251
Mon–Thurs • 10 AM–8 PM
& Sat • 10 AM–5 PM
• 1–5 PM (Labor Day-Memorial Day)
Drive West Chester, OH 45069
513-777-3131
Mon–Thurs • 10 AM–8 PM
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