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The Smart Store™ The Smart Store™ is all abuzz with activity. Even positioning guru Dick Maggiore is talking about us in a recent issue of the PositionistView. Read below: Repositioning the Library in the Internet Age A funny thing happened on the way to the Internet age. Libraries got left behind. At least in the mind of customers. Some even believe the library is an anachronism, an organization out of place and time. However, today's public libraries, and the Stark County District Library in particular – one of the top 100 libraries in the nation – have adapted, expanding resources far beyond books, encompassing virtually every informational platform. Problem is, no one thinks so. The mismatch between the Library's perception and its reality meant something, or rather somethings, had to be done. 1. Recovering Something Lost. If you are old enough to remember penny loafers and Spam, you'll recall when the Library was called "The FREE Public Library." Over the years, free, the Library's unique difference got left on the cutting room floor. Consider, Amazon has a whole lotta everything to offer, but only the Library can give something they cannot: a whole lotta free! Putting free back in the positioning was obvious. 2. Adding Something Surprising. Minds don't change. At least not easily. It takes a jolt, what Marty Neumeier calls a "disorienting idea." Today's Library competes for choice among many other "stores of knowledge" – Amazon, Books–a–Million, Google, and Ancestry.com. Problem is, people don't think of the Library as a "store." The very "librariness" of the Library is the problem. Defining the Library as a store provided the jolt we needed to put the Library in the shoppers' consideration. 3. Reinforcing Something Valuable. By now, you can see the Library is a store, and a unique kind of store where everything is FREE. But there's more! The Library also has a unique mission – a purposeful reason for being not shared by commercial competitors. It exists solely to make people, and by extension, communities, smarter. Smart is the ultimate benefit the Library offers. Who doesn't value getting smarter? Communicating this value was the final ingredient in the repositioning mix. Putting it All Together, One, Two, Three... Something lost (Free) + something surprising (Store) + something valuable (Smart) = a whole new way to think about the Library –"The Smart Store, where everything is free." The new position is more than a slogan. It's a mindset. And, it is helping the Stark County Library to improve both its product and its brand storytelling to engage a new generation of users. It's unlikely smart will ever go out of style. Which gives us confidence that "The Smart Store, where everything is free™." (aka the Stark County District Library) is here to stay. By Dick Maggiore, Guest columnist, library lover Connect
CONTENTS
Winter 2015, Issue no. 37
NEWS
The Smart Store™........................................ 3 Friends of the Main Library......................... 4 Library Card Services................................ 19 Locations and Hours................................. 19
FEATURED EVENTS
Black History Month Celebrations.............. 8 Community Health Fair..............................10 I Spy Poetry.................................................. 8 Invisible Thread........................................... 2 Listen at the Library and Sundays with the Symphony............... 18
National Library Week: Meet Local Authors...............................14 Save Your Home..........................................14 Women's History Month Celebrations........ 8
EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
Main Library................................................. 9 Bookmobile Services..................................11 Computer and Technology Classes......... 6-7
DeHoff Memorial Branch............................10 East Canton Branch....................................11 Jackson Township Branch........................ 12 Lake Community Branch........................... 13 Madge Youtz Branch...................................14 North Branch............................................. 15 Perry Sippo Branch.....................................16 Plain Community Branch...........................17 Sandy Valley Branch.................................. 18 Age Group Key: Family = Most appropriate for families with young children All Ages = Most appropriate for adults and older teens Teens = Most appropriate for grades 6–12 Program Registration: Available online, by phone or at any library location.
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Friends Of the Main Library
715 Market Avenue N, Canton, Ohio 44702 • 330.458.2630 • www.scdlmainfol.org • www.facebook.com/TheFriendsOftheStarkCountyDistrictLibrary
Fun library themed accessories available in the FOL Gift Shop at the Main Library.
The Gift Shop at Main
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he shopping season is here. Find wonderfully unique and handmade gifts at your library! The Friends of the Library Gift Shop sells a variety of gifts like book ends, literary candles, eye wear, stuffed animals, hand–made bags, adorable accessories, art prints, and special used books. The Gift Shop hours are Mon.–Thu. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Fri: 10 a.m.–3 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m.–Noon.
Friends
BOOK SALES
SATURDAYS 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 3 Mar. 7 May 2
Feb. 7 BAG DAY Apr. 4 Jun. 6 BAG DAY
10% discount on book sale items for members of the Friends of the Library. Book sales are located across the parking lot in the garage and inside the Main Library. All proceeds benefit the Stark County District Library. Bag Day Sale is only in the garage at the north end of the Main Library parking lot.
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DETECTIVE CASE REPORT Case: Night and the Proofreader Where: SCDL Main Library
When: Saturday, February 21, 6:30 p.m.
What: Music, Comedy, Dinner, and Drinks
Why: A Benefit for the FOL Scholarship Fund Cost: $40.00 per person
Evidence: Misplaced commas, periods, and apostrophes leading to laughter Submitted by Detective Badge #715
Special Programs: FOL Perks The “Perks” are free for all FOL members. Non-members pay $2.00. All programs are held at the Main Library in the first floor McKinley Room. Call the FOL office at 330.458.2630 for more information.
Canton Brewing Company by Dave Sutula Wednesday, Jan. 28 • 10:30 a.m. (coffee at 10 a.m.) Main Library Brewmaster, Dave Sutula, will share with us some of the interesting stories of starting the recently opened brewery in downtown Canton as well as some history of the original Canton Brewing Co. that dated from the 1880’s. He is also the author of Mild Ale: History, Brewing, Techniques, Recipes.
Canton City Health Department, Then and Now by Kathy Paris Tuesday, Mar. 17 • 10:30 a.m. (coffee at 10 a.m.) Main Library If you think today’s germs are frightening, Canton’s 1848 smallpox outbreak was far worse: quarantined patients attempting escape were to be shot! During her career for the Public Health Department, Kathy researched both the funny and the tragic history of Canton’s unhealthy past.
Ikebana by Mieko Fujimoto Wednesday, May 20 • 10:30 a.m. (coffee at 10 a.m.) Main Library Learn the difference between western style floral design and Ikebana, the Japanese art of floral design. See several arrangements on display and watch as some are being arranged. Learn how you can make a simple, elegant Ikebana flower arrangement by using cuttings from your garden.
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David and Laura Adante Beese Fulmer Wealth Management The Belden Brick Charitable Trust Black, McCuskey, Souers & Arbaugh, LPA Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC The Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce Employers Health Gary and Kay Feagles Friendly’s Restaurant HBM Architects H-P Products, Inc. Innis Maggiore Jeff’s Motorcars Kastner, Westman & Wilkins, LLC KFC-Kendall House, Inc. Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., LPA
Leonard Insurance Services The Jane Williams Mahoney Philanthropic Fund Midwest Tape, LLC OBS Inc. Specialty Vehicles Dean and Grace Olivieri Steve and Diana Pittman PNC Financial Services Group Standard Plumbing and Heating Co. The Stark Community Foundation Stark County District Library Board of Trustees Stark County District Library Foundation Board Dr. Jim and Darlene Violet Dr. Barbara Volk Michael and Natalie Weinsz John and Tena Wilson
S peci a l Th a n k You to: PPI Graphics Coon Restoration & Sealants, Inc.
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Computer and Technology Classes
The Stark County District Library offers free computer and technology classes for all ages. Registration is requested. Seating is limited. Register for computer classes by calling at 330.458.3150 or email techreg@starklibrary.org; online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or any library location.
Senior Surfers Computer classes for Adults 55+
Basic Computer Skills
In this three part series learn about a computer’s hardware; keyboard functions including enter, space bar, tab, and arrow keys; develop mouse skills, as well as learn the desktop, start, and more. Thursdays, Jan. 15, 22, 29 • 2–3:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Thursdays, Mar. 12, 19, 26 • 10–11:30 a.m. PLAIN COMMUNITY BRANCH
Intermediate Computer Skills
In this three part series build on your basic computer skills. Learn more about software using Microsoft Word, Windows file management, and Internet searching. Tuesdays, Feb. 10, 17, 24 • 2–3:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Thursdays, Mar. 12, 19, 26 • 1–2:30 p.m. PLAIN COMMUNITY BRANCH
Wednesdays, Apr. 15, 22, 29 • 2–3:30 p.m. PERRY SIPPO BRANCH
Regular Classes Android as a Tablet (Basics)
Join us and learn more about the basic features of an Android tablet, such as a Samsung Galaxy. Wednesday, Feb. 18 • 2–3:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Android as a Tablet (Intermediate)
Continue building your Android skills in this second of two classes. Learn more about cameras, calendars, the cloud and apps from the Play Store. Wednesday, Apr. 22 • 2–3:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Basic Skills Windows 7
Learn the basics of your Windows 7 machine’s operating system, including using your start button’s ‘All Programs’ feature to find software and files. Learn about the ‘Documents’ area, and manage your desktop. Wednesday, Mar. 4 • 2–3:30 p.m.
Do You Instagram?
Instagram is a photo–sharing app that allows users to upload photos, apply filters, and share it with the world! Bring your mobile device. Tuesday, Feb. 17 • 6–7:30 p.m. PERRY SIPPO BRANCH
eBay
Learn to create an eBay account; shop, sell, and navigate. (This is not an entrepreneur’s class.) Thursday, Feb. 26 • 2–3:30 p.m. MADGE YOUTZ BRANCH
Tuesday, Mar. 31 • 2–3:30 p.m. EAST CANTON BRANCH
Editing and Printing Photos
Explore free online resources that offer basic and advanced photo editing. Bring your own digital photos and print your work when finished. Wednesday, Apr. 29 • 6–7:30 p.m. PERRY SIPPO BRANCH
Excel I (Office 2010)
Learn to open, close, and save a worksheet; ribbons and buttons; cut, copy, and paste; learn basic cell formatting including merge, center, auto fill, and sum. Wednesday, Mar. 25 • 6–7:30 p.m. MADGE YOUTZ BRANCH
Excel II (Office 2010)
Learn the components of a basic Excel formula (addition, subtraction, multiply, and divide); sorting order and more. SKILLS NEEDED: EXCEL I Tuesday, Mar. 31 • 10–11:30 a.m. EAST CANTON BRANCH
Learn about Facebook, a social networking site; create an account; post to friends. Tuesday, Mar. 24 • 6–7:30 p.m. MADGE YOUTZ BRANCH
Getting to Know Google
Learn about Google’s many features like advanced searching, maps, images, video, and news. Tuesday, Jan. 6 • 6–7:30 p.m. LAKE COMMUNITY BRANCH
MAIN LIBRARY
Tuesday, Mar. 31 • 6–7:30 p.m.
Climb Your Family Tree: Effectively Using Ancestry.com
Going Beyond Google
Want to learn more about online genealogy? Learn tricks and tips to get results when searching Ancestry Library Edition Database. Tuesday, Mar. 17 • 2–3:30 p.m. EAST CANTON BRANCH
Craigslist
Craigslist is an online classified ad site. Learn how to browse, post, and respond to ads; also discuss potential pitfalls when using the site. Tuesday, Apr. 7 • 6–7:30 p.m. SANDY VALLEY BRANCH
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Learn to find information that you can’t find on Google. Learning a language, getting a diagram to help you repair your car, take exams, uncovering documents to fill in your family tree, finding address and phone numbers, and more. Tuesday, Jan. 20 • 6–7:30 p.m. LAKE COMMUNITY BRANCH
Internet Searching Skills
Learn about providers and browsers; back, forward, scroll; and change the text size on a web page. Tuesday, Mar. 17 • 6–7:30 p.m. EAST CANTON BRANCH
iPad Basics
Join us and learn more about how to use an iPad’s basic features including navigating, apps, the camera, and more. Thursday, Mar. 5 • 10–11:30 a.m. PLAIN COMMUNITY BRANCH
iPad Intermediate
Build your iPad skills and learn about settings, the photo gallery, free apps from the App store, iTunes, calendars, and more. Thursday, Apr. 30 • 2–3:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Mango
Learn a new language with this free library database. Mango Complete can help you become conversational in any of over 60 languages. Wednesday, Mar. 18 • 2–3:30 p.m. JACKSON TOWNSHIP BRANCH
Mac: Numbers
Learn to use iWork’s Numbers for creating a spreadsheet. Learn about the templates, toolbar, and inspectors; work with rows, columns, and cells; sorting; and quick formulas. Thursday, Apr. 2 • 6–7:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Mac: Pages
Learn to work with Mac’s Pages, a word processing software for creating documents. Wednesday, Mar. 4 • 6–7:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Meet the Mac
Get to know your Mac. Learn the basic features, menus, settings, track pad, keyboard, and Mac applications such as iLife and iWork. Tuesday, Feb. 3 • 6–7:30 p.m. PLAIN COMMUNITY BRANCH
OneDrive
Learn the basics of OneDrive, Microsoft’s online cloud storage. Class includes uploading, downloading files; sharing individual files and entire folders; basic editing in web apps. Attendees need to have a OneDrive account set up prior to the class. SKILLS NEEDED: INTERNET AND E–MAIL
Thursday, Apr. 23 • 2–3:30 p.m. JACKSON TOWNSHIP BRANCH
This website provides a fun way to organize your interests online. Learn more about social content sharing and how to “pin” images, videos, and other links to your “pinboard.” Tuesday, Jan. 27 • 6–7:30 p.m. PERRY SIPPO BRANCH
Social Networking for Book Lovers
Connect with other book lovers, participate in online book groups, or just keep track of what you’ve read with Goodreads. SKILLS NEEDED: INTERNET & E–MAIL Monday, Feb. 9 • 6–7:30 p.m. JACKSON TOWNSHIP BRANCH
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Computer and Technology Classes
The Stark County District Library offers free computer and technology classes for all ages. Registration is requested. Seating is limited. Register for computer classes by calling at 330.458.3150, email: techreg@starklibrary.org, online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or any library location.
Stay Safe from Viruses & Malware
Learn how to stay safe from viruses, worms, and other malicious software that can infect your PC. Antivirus software is discussed, as well as what to do if your computer has been infected. SKILLS NEEDED: BASIC SKILLS WINDOWS/OS/PC
Wednesday, Apr. 1 • 2–3:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Take Control of Your Computer
Learn about the Control Panel; how to uninstall programs, customize your desktop, add new user accounts, and more. SKILLS NEEDED: WINDOWS I Wednesday, Feb. 11 • 2–3:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Tech Tuesdays
SCDL Technology Trainers and IT Specialists present a technology “I didn’t know you could do that” demo. Tuesdays, Jan. 13, 27; Feb. 10, 24; Mar. 10, 24; Apr. 14, 28 • 3–4 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Digital Materials E–books @ the Library: Kindle App
Learn the basics of locating, downloading, and reading a digital library book on your mobile device or computer using the Kindle app. (Requirements: Library card, Kindle or Kindle app, and amazon account) Tuesday, Mar. 3 • 6–7:30 p.m. DEHOFF BRANCH
Tuesday, Apr. 14 • 6–7:30 p.m. PERRY SIPPO BRANCH
E–books @ the Library for Kindles
Learn the basics of locating, downloading, and reading a digital library book on your Kindle using our Ohio Digital Library. (Requirements: Library card, Kindle, and amazon account) Thursday, Jan. 8 • 2–3:30 p.m. EAST CANTON BRANCH
The Library for Your Android
Learn how to transfer photos to your computer so you can begin organizing, editing, printing and/or sharing. Wednesday, Apr. 22 • 6–7:30 p.m.
Explore the Ohio Digital Library and Hoopla, two library services for books, audiobooks, video, and more. Bring your own device and Library card to start downloading digital materials. Thursday, Jan. 29 • 6–7:30 p.m.
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Tune Up Your PC
The Online Library for Movie Lovers
Transferring your Photos
Learn to keep your computer running fast by performing quick and easy maintenance tasks. Helpful system utilities and beneficial practices that will improve a PC’s performance are introduced. SKILLS NEEDED: BASIC SKILLS WINDOWS/OS/PC
Thursday, Mar. 5 • 1–2:30 p.m. PLAIN COMMUNITY BRANCH
Watching Movies and TV on the Internet Learn how to watch TV shows and movies through the Internet. This class will review the best free and premium websites for viewing your favorite shows. Tuesday, Jan. 13 • 6–7:30 p.m. LAKE COMMUNITY BRANCH
Windows 8 (Demonstration)
Struggling with Microsoft Windows 8? Join us for a demonstration on some of the popular features and navigating your Microsoft Windows 8 machine. Wednesday, Feb. 4 • 2–3:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Word I: Basics (Office 2010)
Learn to open, close, and save; basic skills such as ribbons and buttons; cut, copy, and paste; basic formatting. SKILLS NEEDED: MOUSE AND KEYBOARD SKILLS
Thursday, Feb. 26 • 10–11:30 p.m. MADGE YOUTZ BRANCH
Word II: (Office 2010)
Learn the basics of creating bullets, tabs, headers & footers, columns & tables, hyperlinks, and learn some basic editing. Tuesday, Mar. 17 • 10–11:30 a.m. EAST CANTON BRANCH
Connect
Stream movies from the Library for free through our download service, Hoopla. In addition to a growing collection of films and television shows, Hoopla has audiobooks and a library of over 100,000 full–length music albums, including the newest releases from some of your favorite musicians. Tuesday, Mar. 3 • 6–7:30 p.m. JACKSON TOWNSHIP BRANCH
Tuesday, May 12 • 6–7:30 p.m. PERRY SIPPO BRANCH
Digital Magazines on Your Device
Would you like to read a magazine while standing in line or waiting for someone? Create an account with Zinio, the world’s largest online newsstand. Learn how to download complete issues of your favorite magazines online, on your tablet, or mobile device. Tuesday, Mar. 10 • 6–7:30 p.m. PERRY SIPPO BRANCH
Tech Tuesdays Join us on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. SCDL Technology Trainers and IT Specialists present a technology "I didn't know you could do that" demonstration. Tuesdays • 3–4 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Jan 13 ����Register your new gadget today Jan 27 ����Free photo editing tools Feb 10 ����Learn about Dropbox cloud storage Feb 24 ����Manage your computer with Control Panel Mar 10 ����Virus Protection Made Easy: Microsoft Security Essentials/Windows Defender Mar 24 ����Spring clean your technology devices Apr 14 �����Printing with Bluetooth on your mobile device Apr 28 ����Small Sound Systems for mobile device or TV
Job Skills Excel I–III (Office 2010)
Learn navigation; cut, copy, and paste; insert/delete; word wrap; create a workbook; sort/filter; and more. Thursdays, Jan. 15, 22, 29 • 5:30–7:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Thursdays, Mar. 12, 19, 26 • 5:30–7:30 p.m. PLAIN COMMUNITY BRANCH
Excel IV–VI (Office 2010)
Continue learning Excel with formulas, name ranges, charts, subtotals, find, sort/filter; mail merge, and more. Wednesdays, Jan. 14, 21, 28 • 2–4 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
PowerPoint (Office 2010)
Learn the basic features of PowerPoint: resize, move, and delete text boxes; additional menu options; view your presentation. Wednesday, Feb. 25 • 6–7:30 p.m. NORTH BRANCH
Publisher (Office 2010)
Learn to open, close, and save; format; images, clipart, and graphics; work with auto shapes, lines, and tables. Build your skills and learn to add pages; hyperlinks; design features and templates; convert pages to web design. Wednesday, Apr. 8 • 6–7:30 p.m. NORTH BRANCH
Word I–III (Office 2010)
Microsoft Word: navigating; explore fonts, bold, italic, and underline; cut, copy, and paste. Continue with tables and pictures, page layout, review, and more. Tuesdays, Feb. 10, 17, 24 • 5:30–7:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Word IV–VI (Office 2010)
Microsoft Word: Continue learning more about Word with borders and charts; mail merge; research; create form letters and more. Wednesdays, Jan. 14, 21, 28 • 5:30–7:30 p.m. MAIN LIBRARY
Teens and Kids GarageBand
Teens: Use the Library’s MacBook Pros to mix and master your own music tracks and ringtones with GarageBand ‘11. Thursday, Jan. 8 • 6–7:30 p.m. JACKSON TOWNSHIP BRANCH
Thursday, Feb. 5 • 2:30–4 p.m. LAKE COMMUNITY BRANCH
Visual Poetry
Make poems even more powerful by turning them into images using online visual poetry creators. Grades K–5: Saturday, Mar. 21 • 10:30 a.m.–Noon MAIN LIBRARY
Teens: Tuesday, Apr. 7 • 2:30–4 p.m. SANDY VALLEY BRANCH
Teens : Thursday, Apr. 9 • 6–7:30 p.m. NORTH BRANCH
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16TH ANNUAL POETRY CONTEST
I SPY: POETRY!
March 1 - April 30, 2015 Grades 2-Adult All SCDL Locations
Create an original poem and submit it by Thursday, April 30. Entry forms are available beginning March 1, at www.TheSmartStore.org or at any Stark County District Library.
YOUTH POETRY CAFE
Thursday, May 21 • 6:30 p.m. Grades 2-12 Main Library
OPEN MIC NIGHT
Thursday, May 28 • 6:30 p.m. Adults Main Library
Visit www.TheSmartStore.org for a poetry program near you.
@PLAIN COMMUNITY BRANCH
Meet Abigail Adams
Thursday, Mar. 5 • Noon
@ DEHOFF MEMORIAL BRANCH
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration
@ MADGE YOUTZ BRANCH
Black History: Working the Fields Saturday, Feb. 21 • 1 p.m. @ MAIN LIBRARY
Potato Chip Bonanza Thursday, Jan. 22 • 4 p.m.
African Seeds with Debra Flowers Saturday, Feb. 21 • 1 p.m.
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Meet Julia Dent Grant
Monday, Mar. 16 • 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 17 • 2–3:30 p.m. ( @ MADGE YOUTZ BRANCH
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Meet Edith Roosevelt
Monday, Mar. 23 • 6:30 p.m. @ JACKSON TOWNSHIP BRANCH
@ NORTH BRANCH
Tuesday, Feb. 3 • 6 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 21 • 2 p.m.
Rasta Bead Jewelry
@ DEHOFF MEMORIAL BRANCH
Saturday, Feb. 7 • 10 a.m.
Saturday, Feb. 28 • 11 a.m.
Monday, Feb. 16 • 5 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 28 • 1 p.m.
Register
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What If with Paul Goebbel
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Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s
Register at www.TheSmartStore.org or by calling a participating location.
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African American Genealogy
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Bet Ya Can’t Eat Just One!
The Story of Aultman, Ohio
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715 Market Avenue N, Canton OH 44702 • 330.452.0665 = Denotes registration is requested. You can register by phone, online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or at any of our library locations. Programs are free.
Story Times Baby/Toddler Story Time Ages infant–3 years w/caregiver Tuesdays • 10:30 a.m. Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar. 3, 10, 17, 24
Family Story Time
Tuesdays • 6:30 p.m. Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar. 3, 10, 17, 24
Preschool Story Time
Ages 3–5 years w/caregiver Wednesdays • 10:30 a.m. Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25
LEGO® Club
Saturdays • 10:30 a.m. Jan. 3; Feb. 7; Mar. 7; Apr. 4; May 2 Grades K–5: Incorporate play with LEGO and DUPLO bricks, reading, and learning activities.
Chess Club
Mondays • 5:30–8 p.m. Jan. 5–May 4 All Ages: Learn to play, or improve your game! Walk–ins welcome!
Teen Cafe: Main
Wednesdays • 3:30 p.m. Jan. 7, 21; Feb. 4; Mar. 4; Apr. 1 Grades 6–12: Join us for a variety of activities including technology, book discussions, and crafts.
Glow Party
Saturday, Jan. 10 • 2 p.m. Grades 6–12: Fun with fluorescence! Party under black lights and glow in the dark.
It’s a Snow Ball
Middle Eastern Cooking
With St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church Saturday, Jan. 31 • 10–11:30 a.m. Adults: Learn to make some authentic Middle Eastern dishes with Milia Durkin from St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church.
Dances of Romance Valentine’s Day Tango
Thursday, Feb. 12 • 6–7 p.m. Adults: This Latin dance provides a distinct style and exudes passion and romance. Tango will be taught by Sandy Muirhead–Gould.
Cake Decorating
Saturday, Feb. 14 • 2 p.m. Grades 4–8: Learn basic cake decorating tips, and then you can create your own masterpiece.
Dances of Romance Romantic Rumba
Thursday, Feb. 19 • 6–7 p.m. Adults: Learn this flirtatious, slow tempo “dance of love,” taught by Sandy Muirhead–Gould.
Hooray for Clay
Saturday, Feb. 21 • 10:30 a.m. Grades K–5: Try your hand at the smart art of molding clay. Join a local artist to learn basic clay techniques. CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
African Seeds with Debra Flowers Saturday, Feb. 21 • 1–2:30 p.m. Adults: African Seeds, their history, and how to plant with them. Debra Flowers is a Nationally Accredited Landscape Consultant.
Dances of Romance Beautiful Bolero
Saturday, Jan. 17 • 10:30 a.m. Grades K–5: We have the snow, and it’s time for a winter carnival in a very “cool” wonderland.
Thursday, Feb. 26 • 6–7 p.m. Adults: Similar to the Rumba, this Cuban “dance of love” has a slow, dreamy tempo. Taught by Sandy Muirhead–Gould.
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Pruning Bushes and Trees
Thursdays • 4 p.m. Jan. 22; Feb. 19; Mar. 19; Apr. 16 Grades 6–12: Connect with others and have a say in what happens at your library.
Dante’s Inferno
Saturday, Feb. 28 • 10–11:30 a.m. Adults: Cindy Petitti, a Master Gardener from Petitti Garden Center, will instruct on how and when to prune your plants and trees.
Heirloom Seed Bank Program
Saturday, Jan. 24 • 10–11:30 a.m. Adults: M. J. Albacete, Director Emeritus of the Canton Museum of Art, will discuss Dante’s Inferno and explain aspects of this classic literary work.
Mar. 2–Jun. 13 • Library hours Adults: The Stark County District Library will host the Heirloom Seed Bank, a resource for distributing heirloom seeds to the community. Seeds are provided through the OSU Extension Services.
Sensory Story Time
Teen March Madness
With M. J. Albacete
Saturdays • 10:30 a.m. Jan. 24; Feb. 28; Mar. 28; Apr. 25; May 23 Family: An interactive program designed for children with sensory integration challenges or on the autism spectrum.
Connect
Monday, Mar. 16 • Library hours Grades 6–12: Pick up your NCAA bracket in the teen department and fill it out for a chance to win a prize. Brackets must be turned in by tipoff of the first game on Mar. 17. One bracket per person.
Poetry Workshop
Monday, Mar. 16 • 6–7:30 p.m. ( Adults: Skylark Bruce, a local poet, will lead this program on working on your poetry from a modern perspective.
“The Last Supper” With M. J. Albacete
Saturday, Mar. 21 • 10–11:30 a.m. ( Adults: M. J. Albacete will lead this discussion on Leonardo Da Vinci’s masterpiece, “The Last Supper.”
Visual Poetry
Saturday, Mar. 21 • 10:30 a.m. ( Grades K–5: Make your poems even more powerful by turning them into images using online visual poetry creators.
Chinese New Year Celebration
Saturday, Mar. 28 • 1–2:30 p.m. All Ages: Celebrate Chinese New Year, with Li’s Asian Cuisine, Martial arts master Tony Yang, and other activities!
Play Smart
Tuesdays • 10:30 a.m. Mar. 31; Apr. 7, 14, 21, 28 Ages infant–3 years w/caregiver: Learn, play, and meet friends. Community resource specialists will share information on child development, nutrition, play and movement, and other topics.
Game Day
Saturday, Apr. 11 • 2 p.m. Grades 6–12: Have fun playing games at the library! Enjoy video, computer, and board games. NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK
Local Author Fair
Saturday, Apr. 18 • 9 a.m.–4 p.m. All Ages: Celebrate National Library Week. Local authors will display, discuss, and sell their work.
Duct Duct Duct, Tape!
Saturday, Apr. 18 • 10:30 a.m. ( Grades K–5: Come and have some fun creating things out of duct tape.
Ohio History Fund Grant Writing
Monday, Apr. 20 • 6–7 p.m. ( Adults: Andy Verhoff, History Fund Grant Manager with the Ohio Historical Society, will be here to help non–profit historical organizations with applying for a grant from the Ohio Historical Society.
Lifelong Learning
Tour of Churches and Synagogues with M. J. Albacete
Saturday, May 16 • 9 a.m.–Noon ( Adults: Join us for a cultural tour of St. Haralambos, St. Peter, and Temple Israel with M. J. Albacete. Tour will meet in the Lobby of the Library at 9 a.m.
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DeHoff Memorial Branch
216 Hartford Avenue SE, Canton OH 44707 • 330.452.9014 = Denotes registration is requested. You can register by phone, online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or at any of our library locations. Programs are free.
Story Times Preschool Story Time
Ages 3–5 years w/ caregiver Fridays • 11 a.m. Jan 23; Feb 13; Mar 6, 20; Apr 3, 17
DeHoff Coupon Club
Wednesdays • 12:30 p.m. Jan. 7–Mar. 27 Adults: Share your passion for saving money with other shoppers. Bring coupons and swap them with others in the club.
The Book Jar
Monday, Jan. 12 • 5–6 p.m. ( Grades 6–12: Guess the title of the shredded book in the jar. CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration
Saturday, Jan. 17 • 2–3:30 p.m. ( Grades K–5: Join us for stories and activities in honor of peaceful civil rights leader, Martin Luther King, Jr. and his dream.
LEGO® Club
Saturdays • 2–3:30 p.m. Jan. 31; Feb. 28; Mar. 28 Grades K–5: Imagine, create, and build with LEGO bricks, which will be provided.
CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
African American Genealogy
Saturday, Feb. 7 • 10 a.m.–Noon ( Adults: Deborah Abbot, from the Ohio Genealogical Society, will present various methods that are helpful in tracing African American genealogical roots. Ms. Abbot is noted for her commitment to African American genealogical research.
Crafts with Rena
Saturday, Feb. 7 • 2–4 p.m. ( Grades K–5: Learn about Native American culture and make a bead craft. CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s
Monday, Feb. 16 • 5–6 p.m. ( Grades 6–12: Explore the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s with a flowering of African–American social thought expressed through paintings, music, dance, theater, and literature.
Tote Bag Craft
Thursday, Feb. 19 • 4 p.m. Adults: Create a unique and stylish tote bag for spring.
Art in Motion with Shanti
Saturday, Feb. 21 • 2–3:30 p.m. ( Grades K–5: Shanti, a local artist, will teach creative ways to paint.
DeHoff Memorial Branch Book Club Tuesdays • 4 p.m. ( Adults Feb. 24 ���� The Invisible Thread, by Laura Schroff
Mar. 24 ���� Hold Me in Contempt, by Wendy Williams Apr. 28 ���� The Prodigal Son, by Kimberly Lawson Roby May 26 ���� What’s Done in the Dark, by Reshonda Tate Billingsley CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
What If with Paul Goebbel
Saturday, Feb. 28 • 11 a.m.–Noon ( Adults: Historian Paul Goebbel discusses the significance of major historic events and how our nation may have been impacted had these events never occurred. CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
The Story of Aultman, Ohio
Saturday, Feb. 28 • 1–2 p.m. Adults: Local historian, Geraldine Radcliffe, will discuss Aultman, Ohio, which was once an all black enclave with houses made of tile, in what is currently Lake Township.
Hip Hop Poetry
Saturday, Mar. 11 • 2–3 p.m. ( Grades K–5: Create a poem using the art of rapping.
Project Fashion
Friday, Mar. 13 • 5–6 p.m. Grades 6–12: Create two accessories that will adorn on your Project Runway outfit. Be ready to walk the runway.
The Art of Picture Framing
Monday, Mar. 16 • 4–5 p.m. ( Adults: Turn your pictures into works of art by learning techniques of picture framing.
Let’s Make a Deal
Monday, Mar. 16 • 5–6 p.m. ( Grades 6–12: Join us for the DeHoff version of “Let’s Make a Deal.” You never know when the items in your pocket or purse could win you prizes!
Pups and Pages
Saturday, Apr. 25 • 10:30 a.m.–Noon Grades K–5: Licensed therapy dogs will listen to you read. Bring a book, or borrow one of ours.
Get Caught Reading
May 1–31 • 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Grades 6–12: “Get Caught Reading” at the Library this month for a chance to win a prize.
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Bookmobile Services
715 Market Avenue N, Canton OH 44702 • 330.458.2824
BOOKMOBILE STOPS
Are You seeing Red?
Jan. 26–Feb. 13 See Schedule for times Grades 6–12: Take a guess at how many red M&M's are in the jar.
It's A Spring Thing!
Mar. 30–Apr. 17 See schedule for times Grades 6–12: Match the correct picture to the correct "spring."
The Bookmobile will close for shut–down for two weeks, from May 26–June 5, 2015, for all day stops. The evening stops from 5:30–7:30 pm will continue to operate during both of these periods, with the exception of the dates listed below the night stop.
MONDAYS
Fohl Village....................... 10:30–11:15 a.m. Pulley/Sherrick Apts.......... 1:15–2 p.m. Sherrick Community Lot....... 2:15–3:15 p.m. No visits on Jan 19; May 25; Jun 1
NIGHT STOP AT 5:30–7:30 PM Beach City
WEDNESDAYS
Woodlawn Village.............. 9:00–9:45 a.m. Village Towers................... 1:45–2:45 p.m. No visits on May 27; Jun 3
NIGHT STOP AT 5:30–7:30 PM Waynesburg Shopping Centre
No visits on Jan 19; May 25
THURSDAYS
TUESDAYS
Leshdale Apts.................... 10:30–11:30 a.m. Pleasant View Village........ 1:30–2:15 p.m. Ellisdale Apts..................... 2:30–3:15 p.m. No visits on May 26; Jun 2
Bender Woods................... 9–9:45 a.m. London Square.................. 1:45–2:45 p.m. No visits on Jan 1; May 28; Jun 4
NIGHT STOP AT 5:30–7:30 PM Fisher Foods on Harrison SW No visits on Nov 27; Dec 25; Jan 1
NIGHT STOP AT 5:30–7:30 PM Southgate Shopping Center
FRIDAYS
Mayfield Manor.................. 9–9:45 a.m. Linwood Apartments......... 10–11 a.m. Skyline Terrace Apts.......... 1:45–3 p.m. No visits on May 29; Jun 5
East Canton Branch
224 North Wood Street, East Canton OH 44730 • 330.488.1501 = Denotes registration is requested. You can register by phone, online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or at any of our library locations. Programs are free. Programming
subject to change based on unexpected school closings or changes with the Foltz Community Center.
After School Program
Tuesdays and Thursdays • 3:30–4:30 p.m. Jan. 6–May 28 Teens: Nothing to do after school? Join us at the Library and hang out with your friends. Enjoy crafts, game tournaments, homework help, and more!
Women Writers Group
Tuesdays • 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Jan. 6–May 26 Adults: Everyone has a story to tell. Discuss how to bring your memories to life to share, save, and create a family legacy.
LEGO® Club
Saturdays • Library hours Jan. 10; Feb. 14; Mar. 14; May 9 Grades K–5: Create your own masterpiece to display in the Library. Bricks will be provided.
LEGO® DUPLO Club
Tuesdays • 10–11:30 a.m. Jan. 13; Feb. 10; Mar. 10; Apr. 14; May 12 Ages 2–5 years w/caregiver: Spend the morning playing and building your own creations. Bricks will be provided.
Pups and Pages
Saturday, Jan. 17 • 10:30 a.m. Grades K–5: Licensed therapy dogs will listen to you read. Bring a book, or borrow one of ours.
Connect
Book Discussion Group
Tuesdays • 7–8 p.m. Adults Jan. 13 ���� The Invisible Thread, by Laura Schroff Feb. 10 ���� The Invention of Wings, by Sue Monk Kidd Mar. 10 ���� Defending Jacob, by William Landay Apr. 14 ����� Don’t Go, by Lisa Scottoline May 12 ���� The Summer Girls, by Mary Alice Monroe
Outback Ray
Saturday, Feb. 21 • 2 p.m. Family: Celebrate your love of animals by welcoming Outback Ray and his exotic animals.
Spy School
Saturday, Mar. 14 • 11 a.m.–Noon ( Grades K–5: Enter the world of spies with the art of fingerprinting, code breaking, and more
Story Times Family Story Time
Wednesdays • 10:30–11 a.m. Jan. 7–May 27
Floor–etry
Apr. 6–30 • Library hours All Ages: Help us celebrate National Poetry Month by checking out our floor–etry!
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Drop off: Friday, Apr. 10 • Library hours Pick up/Show: Saturday, Apr. 11 • 10:30 a.m. Family: Drop off your stuffed animals by 6 p.m. for their own sleepover, and join us the next morning for a special breakfast treat and slideshow of their sleepover adventures.
Lifelong Learning
Civil War Living History
Thursday, Mar. 26 • 2 p.m. ( Adults: Learn about the American Civil War from Christopher Craft of the Massillon Museum.
Book Sale
Apr. 6–11 • Library hours Hardbacks 50¢ Paperbacks 25¢ Magazines 10¢ DVDs & CDs $1 Bring a bag and fill it for $1 on Saturday, Apr. 11
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Jackson Township Branch 7487 Fulton Drive NW, Massillon OH 44646 • 330.833.1010
= Denotes registration is requested. You can register by phone, online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or at any of our library locations. Programs are free.
Story Times Baby Story Time
Ages infant–23 months w/caregiver Tuesdays • 11 a.m. ( Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar. 3, 10, 17, 24 and Wednesdays • 11 a.m. ( Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25
Toddler Story Time
Age 2 years w/caregiver Wednesdays • 10 a.m. ( Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25
Preschool Story Time
Ages 3–5 years w/caregiver Tuesdays • 10 a.m. ( Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar. 3, 10, 17, 24
Family Story Time
Tuesdays• 6:30 p.m. ( Jan. 20; Feb. 17 Wear your jammies (optional) and settle down for some sleepy time stories.
Exercise for Your Mind
Jan. 5–Apr. 30 • Library hours Adults: Don’t let winter get you down! Every ten miles walking, hiking, snowshoeing, or on the treadmill will earn you a free book and a special treat. Walking logs available.
Book Discussion at Jackson Branch Thursdays • 2–3:30 p.m. Jan. 8; Feb. 5; Mar. 5; Apr. 2 Adults: Check with staff for each month’s title.
Family LEGO® Club
Saturdays • 10–11 a.m. ( Jan. 10; Feb. 7; Mar. 7; Apr. 4 Family: Imagine, create, and build with LEGO bricks, which will be provided.
Close Knit Group
CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Mondays • 6:30–8 p.m. Jan. 12, 26; Feb. 9, 23; Mar. 9, 23; Apr. 6, 20 Adults: Share skills, learn new tips, or trade knitting, crochet and handcraft secrets. All levels are welcome.
Rasta Bead Jewelry
VolunTeens
An Invisible Thread
Tuesdays • 6:30 p.m. Jan. 13, 27; Feb. 10, 24; Mar. 10, 24; Apr. 14, 28 Teens: Have something to say about your library? Do you need to earn community service credits? Plan and prepare for teen programs, take part in community service projects, provide readers’ advisory to other teens, and much more!
Anime Club
Tuesdays • 6:30 p.m. Jan. 20; Feb. 17; Mar. 17; Apr. 21 Teens: Are you an Anime fan? Get together with other teens who share your passion for Japanese animation.
Human Trafficking 101
Partners Against Trafficking of Humans Stark Saturday, Jan. 24 • 10 a.m. ( Adults: This information session, presented by PATHS–Partners Against Trafficking of Humans Stark, will highlight the reality of human trafficking and what you can do to help.
Tuesday, Feb. 3 • 6 p.m. ( Teens: Celebrate Black History Month! Create your own Rasta style jewelry using the traditional black, red, green, and yellow beads.
Thursday, Feb. 12 • 2 p.m. Adults: Join us for a discussion of Laura Schroff’s An Invisible Thread: The True Story of an 11–Year–Old Panhandler, a Busy Sales Executive, and an Unlikely Meeting with Destiny.
Day Off Ductivities
Friday, Feb. 13 • 2–3 p.m. ( Grades 2–5: What can you do with scissors and duct tape? Use your imagination and our colorful patterned duct tape to create a project of your own.
Understanding Social Security Benefits Seaman Retirement Planning
Monday, Mar. 2 • 6–7:45 p.m. ( Adults: Patrick Seaman, of Seaman Retirement Planning, will discuss strategies to maximize your benefits, how benefits are calculated and taxed, how continuing to work will impact your benefits and how to coordinate spousal benefits. A time for questions will follow.
Socrates Café
Spring Clean @ the Library
Energy Leadership™
Financial Survival for Retirement
Mondays • 6 p.m. Jan. 26; Feb. 23; Mar. 30; Apr. 27 Adults: Meet with your neighbors for philosophical inquiry and discussion at this meeting of the minds.
Presented by Divya Sriram Coaching & Consulting LLC
Monday, Jan. 26 • 6 p.m. ( Adults: Energy Leadership is the process that develops a personally effective style of leadership that positively influences and changes not only yourself, but also those with whom you work and interact. Divya Sriram, CPC, ELI–MP, is a Certified Professional Coach and Energy Leadership Master Practitioner. Visit www.divyasriram.com to learn more about this topic and Divya.
Mar. 30–Apr. 4 • Library hours ( Teens: Earn community service credit hours by helping to clean the library. We could sure use your help and you might even have some fun.
Seaman Retirement Planning
Monday, Apr. 6 • 6 p.m. ( Adults: Patrick Seaman, of Seaman Retirement Planning, will discuss tax reduction strategies, protecting your life savings from a health threat catastrophe, and the four legal documents every retiree must have.
Financial Survival for Retirement Seaman Retirement Planning
Monday, Apr. 13 • 6 p.m. ( Adults: Patrick seaman, of Seaman Retirement Planning, will discuss the three phases of your financial life, protecting savings from investment mistakes, and estate planning with your retirement accounts.
Poem in Your Pocket Day
Thursday, Apr. 16 • 9 a.m.–8 p.m. All Ages: Stop in and receive a poem to celebrate National "Poem in Your Pocket Day," or bring your own poem to add to our library’s poetry pocket.
Origami Flowers for Mom
Saturday, May 2 • 10–11 a.m. ( Grades 3–5: Learn the art of paper folding and create beautiful origami flowers for mom or yourself.
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Lake Community Branch
565 Market Avenue SW, Uniontown OH 44685 • 330.877.9975 = Denotes registration is requested. You can register by phone, online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or at any of our library locations. Programs are free.
Knitty Gritters Knitting Club
Mondays • 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Jan. 5, 26; Feb. 2, 16; Mar. 2, 16, 30; Apr. 6, 20; May 4, 18 Adults: Bring your current knitting project, see what others are knitting, and stay in the loop.
Mystery Book Club
Tuesdays • 2–3 p.m. Adults Jan. 6 ������ How the Light Gets In, by Louise Penny Feb. 3 ������ The Snowman, by Jo Nesbo Mar. 3 ������ The Beekeeper’s Apprentice, by Laurie R. King Apr. 7 ������� Cop Town, by Karin Slaughter May 5 ������ The Golden Egg, by Donna Leon
Laugh, Play, Read If You Build It
Saturday, Feb. 14 • 11 a.m.–Noon ( Family: Laugh, play, and learn new ideas for teaching early reading skills to your children by building with blocks and other materials. Make your own literacy games to take home.
Lifelong Learning
Through the Looking Glass
Tuesday, Feb. 17 • 2–3 p.m. ( Adults: Join Kimberly Kenney from the William McKinley Museum and learn about major glass and china manufactures, how to identify patternmaker’s marks, how to handle and care for your own glass, and view the Museum’s collection.
Pups and Pages
LEGO® Club
Saturdays • 3–4 p.m. Jan. 17; Feb. 21; Mar. 21; Apr. 11; May 16 Grades K–5: Build a creation for display in the Library. Bricks for club use will be provided.
Booked on Tuesdays
Tuesdays • 2–3 p.m. ( Adults: Enjoy a great book and connect with people. Jan. 27 ���� We are Water, by Wally Lamb Feb. 24 ���� The Invention of Wings, by Sue Monk Kidd
Saturday, Mar. 7 • 10:30 a.m. Grades K –5: Licensed therapy dogs will listen to you read. Bring a book, or borrow one of ours.
Lifelong Learning
How to Save the Monarch Butterflies
Tuesday, Mar. 10 • 6:30–7:30 p.m. ( Adults: The monarch butterfly is in desperate need of your help. Learn what we can do locally to help save them from extinction.
Apr. 28 ���� The All–Girl Filling Station’s Last Reunion, by Fannie Flagg
Lifelong Learning
Pysanky
Sweet Stuff: The Story of Chocolate
Wednesday, Feb. 11 • 2–3 p.m. ( Adults: Join Kimberly Kenney from the William McKinley Museum and learn about the food we crave–chocolate! Samples will be included.
Tuesday, Mar. 17 • 5:30–8 p.m. ( or Wednesday, Mar. 18 • 5:30–8 p.m. ( Adults: Learn this heirloom art of Ukrainian egg decorating. Classes limited to 20 each. Sponsored by the Lake Community Branch Friends of the Library.
FEATURED EVENT
GarageBand
Thursday, Feb. 5 2:30-4 p.m.
Thursdays Jan. 8 - May 14
2:30-4 p.m.
Teens: Use the Library’s MacBook Pros to mix and master your own music tracks and ringtones with GarageBand ‘11.
Enjoy a variety of activities, including technology, book discussions, and crafts.
Connect
Baby Story Time
Ages infant–23 months w/caregiver Tuesdays • 11:15 a.m.–Noon Jan. 27; Feb. 3, 10, 17; Mar. 3, 10, 17, 24
Toddler Story Time
Ages 2–3 years w/caregiver Wednesdays • 11–11:30 a.m. Jan. 28; Feb. 4, 11, 18; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Thursdays • 11–11:30 a.m. Jan. 29; Feb. 5, 12, 19; Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26
Preschool Story Time
Ages 3½–5 years w/caregiver Wednesdays • 10–10:30 a.m. Jan. 28; Feb. 4, 11, 18; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Thursdays • 10–10:30 a.m. Jan. 29; Feb. 5, 12, 19; Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26
Pajama Story Time
Ages 2–5 years w/caregiver Mondays • 7–7:30 p.m. Jan. 26; Feb. 23; Mar. 30; Apr. 27
Collage Art
Saturday, Mar. 14 • 3–4 p.m. ( Grades K–5: Join Massillon Museum Educator Heather Haden to explore the history of collage and make a masterpiece to take home!
Mar. 24 ���� The Boys in the Boat, by Daniel James Brown
Story Times
Illustrate our Branch Poem
Apr. 13–18 • 9 a.m.–5 p.m. All Ages: Celebrate National Poetry Week by contributing your illustration to our branch wall poem. Materials supplied at the branch. NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK
Local Author Fair
Tuesday, Apr. 14 • 6–7:30 p.m. ( Adults: Celebrate National Library Week and meet some local authors who will talk about their books and how they got published. Books will be available for purchase.
7th Annual Plant Swap
Saturday, May 2 • 10 a.m.–Noon All Ages: Got a green thumb? Or do you need to thin out your garden? Join us and acquire new unique plants for free at the Lake Community Branch's annual plant swap.
Wines of Italy
Tuesday, May 12 • 6:30–7:30 p.m. Adults: Join Andy Codispoti, winemaker from Gervasi Vineyard, to learn about the history and evolution of wines.
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Madge Youtz Branch
2921 Mahoning Road NE, Canton OH 44705 • 330.452.2618 = Denotes registration is requested. You can register by phone, online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or at any of our library locations. Programs are free.
Story Times Preschool Story Time
Ages 3–5 years w/caregiver Tuesdays • 10:30–11 a.m. ( Mar. 10, 17, 24, 31; Apr. 7, 14, 21, 28
Sharpie Mugs
Game Night
Pups and Pages
Fashion Tape Creations
Pizza Pizzazz
Monday, Mar. 9 • 5:30–6:30 p.m. Adults: Enjoy Trivial Pursuit with other community members.
Thursday, Mar. 12 • 4–5 p.m. ( Teens: Create artistic jewelry using fashion tape.
Painting a Picture
Thursday, Jan. 15 • 4–5 p.m. ( Teens: Get creative with Sharpies and decorate a mug, then taste a variety of hot chocolate.
Thursday, Mar. 19 • 4–5 p.m. ( Grades K–5: Learn the basics of painting a still life bouquet of flowers. Supplies are provided. Presented by the Massillon Museum.
CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Art Display and Reception
Potato Chip Bonanza
Thursday, Jan. 22 • 4–5 p.m. Family: Do you like potato chips? Join us for a potato chip sampling. Vote for your favorite chip and learn some interesting facts about the inventor of the potato chip.
Potato Art
Thursday, Jan. 29 • 4–5 p.m. ( Family: Learn how to create art using potatoes. Presented by the Massillon Museum.
The History and Origin of Valentine Cards
Saturday, Apr. 11 • 10:30 a.m. Grades K –5: Licensed therapy dogs will listen to you read. Bring a book, or borrow one of ours.
Friday, Apr. 17 • 4–5 p.m. ( Teens: Connect with nature and learn how to grow your own herbs for pizza toppings.
Lifelong Learning
Meyers Lake Revisited
Monday, Apr. 20 • 11 a.m.–Noon Adults: Take a trip down memory lane with the McKinley Museum as they present the history of Meyers Lake Park.
Thursday, Mar. 26 • 3–5 p.m. Grades K–5: Submit your drawings or paintings for an art display to be held Mar. 26 in the Children’s Department at Madge Youtz.
Play Smart
Thursdays • 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m. ( Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Ages infant–3 years w/caregiver: Spend time together, play, experience art activities, and meet new friends. Community resource specialists will be available to share information on child development, nutrition, play and movement, and other topics.
Poetry Writing Workshop
Thursday, Apr. 23 • 4–5 p.m. ( Grades K–12: Learn to write poetry using art as inspiration. Presented by the Massillon Museum.
Personal Protection Demonstration
Tuesday, May 4 • 1–2:30 p.m. Adults: Tom and Tillie Kinsley from The Connection will present personal safety and protection techniques.
Thursday, Feb. 12 • 4–5 p.m. ( Grades K–5: Learn about the history of valentines and the different techniques used to make them from past to present. Create a special valentine to take home. Presented by the Massillon Museum.
Thursdays, 5–6:30 p.m.
Located at Main, North, and Perry Are you preparing for mediation, facing foreclosure, or having trouble paying your mortgage? Community Legal Aid will provide information to help you. Visit www.TheSmartStore.org for a list of dates and more information.
CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Black History: Working the Fields
Saturday, Feb. 21 • 1–2 p.m. All Ages: Join The Community Souls Sisters for an historical presentation of African American storytelling, spirituals, poetry, and soul food traditions.
Books and Something More
Wednesdays • 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Feb. 18; Mar. 18; Apr. 20 Adults: Enjoy different titles, authors, and genres. Group will select titles for discussion each month. Feb. 18 ���An Invisible Thread, by Laura Schroff
Mardi Gras Celebration
Thursday, Feb. 19 • 4–5 p.m. ( Teens: Come and have King Cake and decorate festive masks.
Laugh, Play, Read Sensory Explosion
Tuesday, Feb. 24 • 3:30–4:30 p.m. Family: Laugh, play, and learn new ideas for teaching early reading skills to your children using your five senses. Make your own literacy games to take home.
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@ LAKE COMMUNITY BRANCH Tuesday, Apr. 14 • 6–7:30 p.m.
@ MAIN LIBRARY
Saturday, Apr. 18 • 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Celebrate National Library Week! Meet local authors who will talk about their books and how they got published. Books will be available for purchase.
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North Branch
189 25th Street NW, Canton OH 44709 • 330.456.4356 = Denotes registration is requested. You can register by phone, online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or at any of our library locations. Programs are free.
Story Times Baby/Toddler Story Time
Ages infant–23 months w/caregiver Wednesdays • 10:30 a.m. Jan. 21, 28; Feb. 4, 11, 25; Mar. 4, 11, 18; Apr. 1,15
Preschool Story Time
Ages 3–5 years w/caregiver Tuesdays • 10:30 a.m. ( Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar. 3, 19, 17, 31; Apr. 7, 14
Pajama Story Time
Mondays • 7 p.m. ( Feb. 2; Mar. 2; Apr. 13; May 4 Family: Bring your children dressed in their pajamas and enjoy bedtime stories.
Library staff load boxes of food for Stark County Hunger Task Force. Food donations were collected during our Food for No Fines campaign from September 22 to October 22, 2014.
Children’s Chess Club
Thursdays • 6–7:45 p.m. ( Jan. 8–May 7 Family: If you are just a beginner, or have been playing awhile, come join us for an evening of chess. Chess boards are provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Knorth Knitters Club
Thursdays • 3:30–4:30 p.m. ( Jan. 8, 22; Feb. 5, 19: Mar. 5, 19, Apr. 2 Family: No matter what your level of knitting knowledge, you are welcome at this program. New knitters will receive some instruction and help, experienced knitters can share tricks of the trade. New knitters bring a pair of size 11 needles.
LEGO® Club
Saturdays • 3 p.m. ( Jan. 10; Feb. 7; Mar. 7; Apr. 4; May 2 Family: Use your imagination to build fantastic creations. DUPLO and LEGO bricks are provided.
Pups and Pages
Saturday, Jan. 24 • 10:30 a.m. Grades K–5: Licensed therapy dogs will listen to you read. Bring a book, or borrow one of ours.
Writers Group
Thursdays • 6:30 p.m. Jan. 15, Feb. 19, Mar. 19, Apr. 16 Adults: Whatever you may be writing—poetry, short stories, novels, children’s book, memoirs—share your work with other writers for critiques and support. Group includes online sharing and specific genre meet ups. For more information, e-mail Shelia at north@starklibrary.org.
Connect
An Invisible Thread
Wednesday, Jan. 21 • 6 p.m. ( Adults: Join us for a discussion of Laura Schroff’s An Invisible Thread: The True Story of an 11–Year–Old Panhandler, a Busy Sales Executive, and an Unlikely Meeting with Destiny.
Mother–Daughter Book Club
Mondays • 6:30–7:30 p.m. ( Grades 3–5: Mothers and daughters read the book together each month then come to the library to discuss the book and share a related snack. Pick up the books at the beginning of each month. Jan. 26 ���� A True Princess, by Diane Zahler Feb. 23 ���� Autumn Winifred Oliver Does Things Different, by Kristin O’Donnell Tub Mar. 30 ���� Boy, by Roald Dahl Apr. 27 ����� Call Me Hope, by Gretchen Olson May 18 ���� Dewey the Library Cat, by Vicki Myron with Bret Witter
Classic Lit Book Club
Wednesdays • 6:30 p.m. Adults Feb. 4 ������ Don Quixote, by Miguel de Cervantes Mar. 4 ������ O Pioneers! by Willa Cather Apr. 1 ������� A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court, by Mark Twain
Harry Science Fiction Club Tuesdays • 6:30 p.m. All Ages
Feb. 16 ���� Ancillary Justice, by Ann Leckie Mar. 16 ���� Make Room! Make Room! by Harry Harrison Apr. 20 ���� Neverwhere, by Neil Gaiman May 18 ���� Lock In, by John Scalzi
CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Bet Ya Can’t Eat Just One!
Saturday, Feb. 21 • 2–3 p.m. ( Teens: Do you know who invented the potato chip? Come find out, then do a taste test to find the best potato chip on the market.
Crime Prevention
Thursday, Feb 26 • 6–7:30 p.m. Adults: Join Canton City Police Lieutenant John Gabbard to learn how you can prevent crime in your neighborhood.
Spring Book Sale
Mar. 13–14 • 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Adults: Put those winter blues away with a new book from our Spring Book Sale featuring hardbacks, paperback and more!
Dr. Who
Saturday, Mar. 21 • 2–3 p.m. ( Teens: Calling all Whovians! Make a TARDIS bag, duct tape bowties, and edible adipose.
Visual Poetry
Thursday, Apr. 9 • 6:30–7:30 p.m. ( Teens: Make your poems even more powerful by turning them into images using online visual poetry creators.
Poetry Reading
Thursday, Apr. 2 • 6–7:30 p.m. ( Adults: Are you a poet? Are you longing to share? It’s National Poetry Month, so there’s no better time to read what you’ve been working on.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Saturday, Apr. 18 • 3–4 p.m. ( Grades 3–5: Celebrate Diary of a Wimpy Kid Month, with Cheese Touch Tag, Wimpy Bingo, and Greg– approved treats.
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Perry Sippo Branch
5710 12th Street NW, Canton OH 44708 • 330.477.8482 = Denotes registration is requested. You can register by phone, online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or at any of our library locations. Programs are free.
Story Times Baby Story Time
Ages infant–23 months w/caregiver Mondays • 10–10:30 a.m. Jan. 26; Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23; Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Toddler Story Time
Ages 2–3 years w/caregiver Mondays • 11–11:30 a.m. ( Jan. 26; Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23; Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 or Wednesdays • 11–11:30 a.m. ( Jan. 28; Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25; Mar. 4,11,18, 25; Apr. 1
Preschool Story Time
Ages 4–5 years w/caregiver Thursdays • 11:30 a.m.–Noon ( Jan. 29; Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26; Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr. 2
Yoga for Little Ones
Mondays • 10:30 –11 a.m. ( Jan. 5; Apr. 13; May 18 Ages 2–5 years w/caregiver: Enjoy some “mommy and me” fun with Miss Abigail from the Paul and Carol David YMCA. Bring a yoga mat if you have one.
VolunTeens
Mondays • 6–7:30 p.m. Jan. 5; Feb. 2; Mar. 2; Apr. 6; May 6 Grades 6–12: Join this fun group to share ideas, plan programs, and earn community service credits.
Hooks and Needles Knitting Club
Tuesdays • 2–4 p.m. Jan. 6, 27; Feb. 3, 24; Mar. 3, 24; Apr. 7, 28; May 5, 26 Adults: Share knitting, crocheting, or any kind of needlework tips with others. All levels are welcome.
Book Discussion Group
Thursdays • 6–7 p.m. Jan. 8; Feb. 5, Mar. 5, Apr. 2; May 7 Adults: New members are always welcome. Book selections listed online and are available at desk.
Minecraft Mondays
Mondays • 6–7:30 p.m. Jan. 12, 26; Feb. 9, 23; Mar. 9, 23; Apr. 13, 27 Grades 4–8: Bring your device and join with others to build cool, new biomes in Minecraft worlds. Must have Minecraft app and WiFi enabled device.
Divergent
No School Movie Day
Friday, Jan. 16 • 1–3:30 p.m. Teens: Watch the thrilling action film Divergent on your day off from school.
Lifelong Learning
An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe
Thursday, Jan. 22 • 6:30–7:30 p.m. ( Adults: Enjoy Poe’s stories and poetry with Poe impersonator Jim Knight.
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From Book to Big Screen Brown Bag Book Discussion
Tuesdays • 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Adults: Bring your lunch and discuss the differences and similarities between books that have made it to the big screen. New members are always welcome. Movie Viewing Jan. 13 ���� Rules Of Attraction Feb. 10 ���� Prince Of Tides Mar. 10 ���� This Is Where I Leave You Apr. 14 ����� To Be Announced May 12 ���� About A Boy Book and Movie Discussion Jan. 20 ���� Rules Of Attraction, by Bret Easton Ellis Feb. 17 ���� Prince Of Tides, by Pat Conroy Mar. 17 ���� This Is Where I Leave You, by Jonathan Tropper Apr. 21 ���� To Be Announced May 19 ���� About A Boy, by Nick Hornby
Mid Week Movie Matinee
Kindergarten: Ready or Not
Thursday, Mar. 12 6–7:30 p.m. ( Adults: Join our kindergarten Q&A with area principals and other school officials. Incoming kindergartners are invited to enjoy stories and crafts.
Why Preschool Matters
Thursday, Mar. 19 • 6–7:30 p.m. ( Adults: Join our preschool Q & A with area principals and teachers. Learn the importance of preschool and literacy in your child’s life.
Perry Sippo FOL Book and Bake Sale
Saturday, Mar. 14 • 9 a.m.–2 p.m. All Ages: Great deals and treats. All proceeds benefit the Perry Sippo Branch Friends of the Library.
Wednesdays • 2–4 p.m. Adults: Enjoy a classic movie at your library. Jan. 21 ���� Viva Las Vegas Feb. 18 ���� Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Mar. 18 ���� East of Eden Apr. 15 ���� Magnificent Seven May 20 ���� To Sir with Love
Party with Poetry
Pups and Pages
Saturday, Mar. 21 • 10:30 am Grades K–5: Licensed therapy dogs will listen to you read. Bring a book, or borrow one of ours
Saturday, Jan. 24 • 10:30 a.m. Grades K–5: Licensed therapy dogs will listen to you read. Bring a book, or borrow one of ours.
Outdoors is In!
Winter Movie Night
Fridays, Jan. 30; Feb. 27 • 6–9 p.m. Family: Bring a blanket or camp chairs. Enjoy games and activities before the movie. Movie starts at 7 p.m. Co–sponsored by Stark Parks. Jan. 30 ���� The Fox And The Hound Feb. 27 ���� Yogi Bear
Anti–Valentine’s Day Celebration No School Party Day
Monday, Feb. 16 • 1–3 p.m. ( Grades 6–12: Un–celebrate Valentine’s Day with comical crafts, amusing activities, and snacks.
Beginning Genealogy
Thursday, Feb. 19 • 6–7:30 p.m. ( Adults: Are you interested in learning more about your family history? If so, then join us for an evening of learning how to begin, what records are available, and how to organize your research.
Treasures from the Past
Saturday, Mar. 7 • 2–4 p.m. ( Grades 2–5: Celebrate Genealogy Day by making a treasure box for your family’s special keepsakes. Our genealogy expert will share her treasures and stories. Bring your own shoebox and we will provide the decorations.
Monday, Mar. 16 • 6–7:30 p.m. ( Grades 6–12: Make your own “decoupage” poetry bangle bracelet and play the Exquisite Corpse game while it dries. Or choose to make your own magnetic poetry.
Pups and Pages
Book Bingo
Thursday, Mar. 26 • 6–7:30 p.m. ( Adults: Play literary book bingo. Get bingo and win a book.
Destination Alaska
In Conjunction with Stark Parks
Thursday, Apr. 16 • 6:30–7:30 p.m. ( Adults: To compliment the Stark Parks display of John Muir–Travels in Alaska, photographer and explorer Michael Witt will present his Alaskan adventure.
Spring Stories
Wednesdays, Apr. 22; May 27 • 10–11 a.m. ( Ages 2–5 years w/caregiver: Get together for stories, songs, activity centers, and lots of fun!
Ballroom Dancing
Thursdays, Apr. 23, 30 • 6:30–7:30 p.m. ( Adults: Beginner ballroom dance classes in rumba and swing. No dancing experience necessary. Singles and couples welcome.
Mother’s Day Walk–in Craft
Saturday, May 9 • 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Family: Visit our programming room and create a special Mother’s Day card for Mom. For all ages, while supplies last. Adult caregivers must remain with children 8 years and younger.
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Plain Community Branch
1803 Schneider Street NE, Canton OH 44721 • 330.494.3399 = Denotes registration is requested. You can register by phone, online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or at any of our library locations. Programs are free.
Story Times
Tuesday, May 12 10:30 a.m.–Noon
Baby/Toddler Story Time
Ages infant–3 years w/caregiver Wednesdays • 10:30 a.m. ( Jan. 28; Feb. 4, 11, 18; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr. 8, 15, 22, 29; May 6, 13
Ages infant - 5 years w/caregiver
Join us at Plain Township's Schneider Park for stories, games, and other library fun. Bring your own sack lunch. We'll provide dessert and drinks. ( Register online or call 330.494.3399.
Preschool Story Time
Ages 2–5 years w/caregiver Tuesdays, • 10:30 a.m. ( Jan. 20, 27; Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar. 10, 17, 24, 31; Apr. 7, 14, 21, 28; May 5, 12
Family Story Time
Mondays • 7 p.m. Jan. 26; Feb. 2, 9, 16; Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23; Apr. 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11
Book Club on the Run
Jan.–May • Library hours/online Adults: Don’t have time to join a traditional book club? Try our Book Club on the Run. Check out a new title each month and contribute feedback to our discussion basket the next time you’re at the library. You can also join the discussion via our 24/7 Online Digital Library at www.TheSmartStore.org.
Needlechat
Wednesdays, Jan. 7–May 27 • 10 a.m. Adults: Work on your needlecraft and learn new stitches while chatting and meeting new people. Current members are happy to teach new members how to knit or fix projects.
Anime Club
Wednesdays • 2:20–3:40 p.m. Jan. 7, 21; Feb. 4, 18; Mar. 4, 25; Apr. 8, 22; May 6 Grades 6–12: If you love anime or manga, join us for fun and a discussion of your favorite characters, books, movies, and games.
Celebrating Louis Braille
Tuesday, Jan. 13 • 6–7 p.m. Grades 6–12: Learn about Louis Braille and other famous people that have learned, taught, or used Braille. See and feel some books that are written in Braille.
LEGO Club ®
Saturdays • 10:30 a.m.–Noon ( Jan. 17; Feb. 21; Mar. 21; Apr. 18; May 16 Family: Commit to this kids club where the spotlight is on your ingenuity. LEGO bricks will be provided for club use. February’s program will include an engaging “un–birthday” party to delight attendees.
All About “The Hunger Games”
Saturday, Jan. 24 • 2–4 p.m. ( Grades 6–12: If you like “The Hunger Games” join us to discuss our favorite things about the series. Have fun with trivia, crafts, and games.
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Healthy New Year: Curves®
Thursday, Jan. 29 • 6 p.m. ( Adults: Get smart about nutrition and fitness this year. Susan Lee of Curves will discuss their practical, supportive, and effective approach. Learn more about the Silver Sneakers program, too, which allows eligible older adults to attend Curves for free.
Touchdown!
Saturday, Jan. 31 • 2–3 p.m. ( Family: Are you ready for some football? Join us for an afternoon of football fun and games.
Disney Seminar
Wednesday, Feb. 11; Thursday, Mar. 12; Thursday, Apr. 16; Wednesday, May 13 • 6 p.m. Adults: Planning a trip to Disney? Michele Boggs, experienced traveler, will help you plan your trip.
It Comes from the Heart
Thursday, Feb. 12 • 2:20–3:40 p.m. ( Grades 6–12: Valentine’s Day is approaching and we want to celebrate the heart. There will be healthy heart–smart snacks to enjoy, hearty crafts to enjoy, and heart–smart tips on exercising and eating right. We will also discuss books that grab your heart.
Insurgent Book Discussion
Thursday, Feb. 26 • 2:30–3:30 p.m. Grades 6–12: Join other teens to discuss the book before the movie hits the theater.
Women's History Month Abigail Adams
Thursday, Mar 5 • Noon Adults: Meet Abigail Adams, wife of President John Adams. Learn about her life as she ran a farm while her husband was busy helping form the United States of America as the first vice–president and second president.
Pups and Pages
Saturday, Mar. 7 •10 a.m. Grades K–5: Licensed therapy dogs will listen to you read. Bring a book, or borrow one of ours.
Everything with Luck
Tuesday, Mar. 17 • 6–7 p.m. ( Grades 6–12: It’s all about luck..or maybe not? Celebrate Ireland and St. Patrick’s Day with trivia, crafts, books, and more.
Spring Egg Hunt
Tuesday, Mar. 31 • 10:30 a.m. ( Ages 2–5 years w/caregiver: Enjoy stories, an egg hunt, and some party treats and games. Join us rain or shine.
Floor–etry
Apr. 1–30 • Library hours All Ages: Create your own poem on the floor of the Children’s Department during the month of April.
Hands on Art
Saturday, Apr. 4 • 2–3 p.m. ( Family: Participate in making a mural and learn how to weave using common household items.
Wildlife Rehabilitation
Thursday, Apr. 9 • 6:30 p.m. ( Family: Amanda Perry of Stark Parks will bring her retinue of animals for an informative program on wildlife rehabilitation.
“One Liner” Poetry
Tuesday, Apr. 14 • 6–7 p.m. Grades 6–12: Are you great at improv? Share a oneline poem with other teens at our poetry improv night.
Manda’s Plant Farm
Wednesday, Apr. 22 • 6 p.m. ( Adults: Celebrate Earth Day by planning your garden. Jill Manda of Manda’s Plant Farm will answer questions and offer advice about growing healthy, pest–free flower and vegetable gardens
Gaming Day
Saturday, May 16 • 2–4 p.m. Grades 6–12: Have fun with board games, video games, card games, and even puzzle games.
All About Sci-Fi
Saturday, Mar. 14 • 2–4 p.m. Grades 6–12: Sci-Fi fanatics unite! Join other teen fanatics for trivia, games, and much more.
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Sandy Valley Branch
9754 Cleveland Avenue SE, Magnolia OH 44643 • 330.866.3366 = Denotes registration is requested. You can register by phone, online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or at any of our library locations. Programs are free.
Story Times Toddler Story Time
Ages 18 months–3 years w/caregiver Wednesdays • 10:30 a.m. ( Jan. 28; Feb. 11, 18, 25; Mar. 4, 18, 25; Apr. 1
Preschool Story Time
Ages 3 –5 years w/caregiver Thursday • 10:30 a.m. ( Jan. 29; Feb. 12, 19, 26: Mar. 5, 19, 26, Apr. 2
In Stitches Knitting
Mondays • 6–8 p.m. Jan. 5, 26; Feb. 16, 23; Mar. 2, 16, 30; Apr. 6, 20, May 18 Adults: Love to knit, or want to learn? Bring your supplies and join us. Crocheters are also welcome!
LEGO® Club
Saturdays • 2–3 p.m. ( Jan. 31, Feb. 28, Mar. 28 Family: Create and build with LEGO bricks which will be provided.
Laugh, Play, Read
Games, Games, Games
Tuesday, Feb. 24 • 6–7 p.m. ( Family: Laugh, play, and learn new ideas for using games to teach children early literacy skills.
Chinese New Year Party
Friday, Feb. 20 • 2:30–4 p.m. ( Teens: February 19 marks the start of the Year of the Goat/Sheep. Celebrate the Chinese New Year holiday with us on Friday the 20th! There will be fun activities, crafts, and more!
Lifelong Learning Ohio’s Birds
Monday, Mar. 23 • 6–7:30 p.m. Adults: Learn about birds found in Ohio, from the common to the rare. Program presented by Christopher Dyer.
Can you Pysanky?
Ukrainian Egg Decorating Friday, Mar. 27 • 2:30–4:30 p.m. ( Teens: Learn how to decorate eggs Ukrainian style! Materials provided. Please wear old, short–sleeved clothing.
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Patriotic Wreath
Monday, May 4 • 6–8 p.m. ( Adults: Make a red, white, and blue wreath suitable for all of the patriotic holidays.
Edible Weeds
Monday, Jun. 1 • 6–7:30 p.m. Adults: Join Master Gardener Rudy Moyer as he presents edible weeds from nature’s bounty that you can gather and enjoy.
10 a.m. ~ Plain Community Branch 11:30 a.m. ~ Lake Community Branch
Wednesday, April 8
Mar. 9 ������ The Museum of Extraordinary Things, by Alice Hoffman
Monday, Feb. 2 • 6–8 p.m. ( Adults: Make vintage style decorations using reproduction valentines.
Monday, Apr. 27 • 6–8 p.m. ( Adults: Make a feeder for our feathered friends.
Tuesday, April 7
Feb. 9 ������ Follow the River, by James A. Thom
Vintage Valentine
Bird Feeders
10 a.m. ~ East Canton Branch 11:30 a.m. ~ DeHoff Memorial Branch
Mondays • 6–7 p.m. Adults Jan. 12 ���� An Invisible Thread, by Laura Schroff
Friday, Jan. 16 • 1:30–4 p.m. ( Teens: Calling all chocolate–loving teens! Kick off the New Year with tons of chocolate. There will be games, crafts, and, of course, chocolate!
Apr. 6–11 • Library hours Family: Check out our floor poetry.
Monday, April 6
Book Discussion Group
Chocolate, Chocolate Everywhere
Floor–etry
County District Library returns. Listen to stories accompanied by live music.
Saturdays • 2–4 p.m. Jan. 10, Feb. 7, Mar. 7, Apr. 4; May 2 Teens: Earn that valuable community service time when you join our group of fun and energetic teens.
May 11 ���� The 13th Tale, by Diane Setterfield
Saturday, Mar. 28 • 10:30 a.m.–Noon ( Grades K –5: Licensed therapy dogs will listen to you read. Bring a book, or borrow one of ours.
T he collaboration between the Canton Symphony Orchetsra and the Stark
VolunTeens
Apr. 13 ���� The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, by Rebecca Skloot
Pups and Pages
Sundays with the Symphony Sunday, Mar 15 2:00 p.m. ~ Main Library 3:30 p.m. ~ Plain Community Branch
Sunday, Mar 22 2:00 p.m. ~ Jackson Township Branch 3:30 p.m. ~ Perry Sippo Branch
10 a.m. ~ Main Library 11:30 a.m. ~ North Branch
Thursday, April 9 10 a.m. ~ Jackson Township Branch 11:30 a.m. ~ Perry Sippo Branch
Monday, April 13 10 a.m. ~ Madge Youtz Branch 11:30 a.m. ~ Sandy Valley Branch
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Locations and Hours Scheduled Closings January–May 2015 Thursday, January 1 New Year's Day Monday, January 19 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Sunday, April 5 Easter Sunday Sunday, May 10 Mother’s Day Monday, May 25 Memorial Day
MAIN LIBRARY
JACKSON TOWNSHIP BRANCH
PERRY SIPPO BRANCH
BOOKMOBILE SERVICES
LAKE COMMUNITY BRANCH
715 Market Ave. N., Canton, OH 44702 Manager: Tammy Long BOOKMOBILE................................330.458.2824 KIDMOBILE.................................... 330.458.2822 OUTREACH.....................................330.458.2827
565 Market Ave. S. W., Uniontown, OH 44685 330.877.9975 Manager: Jennifer Welsh MON–THU......................................9 a.m.–8 p.m. FRI....................................................9 a.m.–6 p.m. SAT...................................................9 a.m.–5 p.m.
PLAIN COMMUNITY BRANCH
DEHOFF MEMORIAL BRANCH
MADGE YOUTZ BRANCH
715 Market Ave. N., Canton, OH 44702 330.452.0665 Main Library Director: Jean McFarren MON–THU......................................9 a.m.–8 p.m. FRI....................................................9 a.m.–6 p.m. SAT...................................................9 a.m.–5 p.m. SUN (Sep–May)......................................1–5 p.m.
216 Hartford Ave. S. E., Canton, OH 44707 330.452.9014 Manager: Linda Bennett MON–TUE.....................................10 a.m.–8 p.m. WED–FRI.......................................10 a.m.–6 p.m. SAT.................................................10 a.m.–5 p.m.
EAST CANTON BRANCH
224 N. Wood St., East Canton, OH 44730 330.488.1501 Manager: Rebecca Baldwin MON–TUE.......................................9 a.m.–8 p.m. WED–FRI.........................................9 a.m.–6 p.m. SAT.................................................10 a.m.–5 p.m.
7487 Fulton Dr. N. W., Massillon, OH 44646 330.833.1010 Manager: Kathryn Kibler MON–THU......................................9 a.m.–8 p.m. FRI....................................................9 a.m.–6 p.m. SAT...................................................9 a.m.–5 p.m. SUN (Sep–May)......................................1–5 p.m.
2921 Mahoning Rd. N. E., Canton, OH 44705 330.452.2618 Manager: Kathleen Clay MON–TUE.....................................10 a.m.–8 p.m. WED–FRI.......................................10 a.m.–6 p.m. SAT.................................................10 a.m.–5 p.m.
NORTH BRANCH
5710 12th St. N. W., Canton, OH 44708 330.477.8482 Manager: Lisa Szeles MON–THU......................................9 a.m.–8 p.m. FRI....................................................9 a.m.–6 p.m. SAT...................................................9 a.m.–5 p.m. SUN (Sep–May)......................................1–5 p.m.
1803 Schneider St. N. E., Canton, OH 44721 330.494.3399 Manager: Megan Johnson MON–THU...............................7:30* a.m.–8 p.m. FRI.............................................7:30* a.m.–6 p.m. SAT...................................................9 a.m.–5 p.m. SUN (Sep–May)......................................1–5 p.m. *Through May 29 last day of school/Plain
SANDY VALLEY BRANCH
9754 Cleveland Ave. S. E., Magnolia, OH 44643 330.866.3366 Manager: Lisa Murray MON and TUE................................10 a.m.–8 p.m. WED–FRI.......................................10 a.m.–6 p.m. SAT.................................................10 a.m.–5 p.m.
189 25th St. N. W., Canton, OH 44709 330.456.4356 Manager: Robyn Guedel MON–THU......................................9 a.m.–8 p.m. FRI....................................................9 a.m.–6 p.m. SAT...................................................9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Library Card Services LIBRARY CARDS
Stark County District Library offers everyone the opportunity to have a free library card. Your library card provides you with access to all library materials and online services. Each card holder is responsible for: • All materials borrowed • Not allowing others to use their card • Charges for unreturned, damaged or lost materials • Reporting a lost or stolen card
TO OBTAIN A LIBRARY CARD
Patrons age 18 and older must: • Complete a library card application • Provide an acceptable form of identification (photo ID with current address) Patrons ages 16 and 17 must: • Complete a library card application • Provide a parent or legal guardian’s name • Provide identification (school ID) when available Patrons under age 16 must: • Provide a completed card application • Provide a parent or legal guardian’s signature Educators may obtain an educator card for teaching purposes. See Educator Loan Procedures for educator card privileges.
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Corporate/organization library cards are available upon request.
FAQS For more information, visit ‘About Us’ at www.TheSmartStore.org.
FINES AND FEES SCDL does not charge to check out library materials or assess fines for overdue SCDL–owned items. Due date receipts are available at every checkout. Please return or renew items by the due date. Fees will be charged for unreturned, lost, damaged, or missing materials. Items borrowed through but not owned by SCDL will accrue fines according to the policies of the library which owns the materials, such as SearchOhio, OhioLINK, Louisville Public Library, and Massillon Public Library. Patrons may not check out or renew items if card balance exceeds $25.00. Customers who have a fee balance of $25 or more may be sent to the library’s collection agency. Account balances may be paid online or in person. All SCDL locations accept cash, personal checks and major credit cards. Restrictions may apply.
INTERNET ACCESS
All Stark County District Library locations provide free Internet access. Filtered and unfiltered Internet access is available. If you wish to temporarily bypass the filtering software you must enter your authorized library barcode and have parental consent if under 16. All SCDL locations provide free WiFi, computers with Internet access and word processing. Printing costs apply.
LOAN PERIODS AND LIMITS
• Up to 50 total items of any type may be borrowed per card* • DVDs 7 days • All other items 14 days *Does not apply to educator cards, see Educator Loan Procedures.
LIBRARY NOTICES
You may choose to be notified of holds and overdue material by email, phone or text messages. Notification of overdue items: • Courtesy reminder by email or text two (2) days before an item is due. • 1st Overdue Notice by phone, email, or text one (1) week after an item is due. • 2nd Overdue Notice by phone, email, or text two (2) weeks after an item is due. • 3rd Overdue Notice by phone, email, or text three (3) weeks after item is due. • Four (4) weeks overdue, a bill will be mailed.
RETURNS
All SCDL materials may be returned to any of the 10 Stark County District Library locations and Bookmobiles.
RENEWALS
Most SCDL materials may be renewed up to 20 times per item if not on hold for another patron, with the exception of Book Express and DVD Express items. Renewals may be made by phone, online at www.TheSmartStore.org, or at any SCDL location.
RESERVE LIBRARY MATERIAL
You may place holds on library materials at any library location or you may place holds online. You may choose how to be notified, whether by email, phone or text and at which SCDL location you wish to pick up your hold.
SEARCHOHIO AND OHIOLINK
SearchOhio allows you to access the collections of 26 Ohio public libraries simply and easily using your library card. The SearchOhio portal allows direct, online requesting for residents of Ohio and delivery of books and other library media within a matter of days. OhioLINK provides access to the collections of 91 Ohio academic libraries.
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