Plain Community Branch
1803 Schneider Street NE, Canton OH 44721 • 330.494.3399 = Registration requested. Please register online at www.TheSmartStore.org and choose the Events tab or call your participating library.
S tory Times
Get your child ready to read with stories, songs and fun.
Family Story Time
Families, young children w/caregiver Mondays • 7:00–7:30 pm • Sep 8, 15, 22, 29; Oct 6, 13; Nov 3, 10, 17, 24; Dec 1
Preschool Story Time
Ages 3–5 years w/caregiver Tuesdays • 10:30–11:15 am • Sep 9, 16, 23, 30; Oct 7, 14, 21, 28; Nov 4, 18, 25; Dec 2, 9
Baby/Toddler Story Time
Ages infant–3 years w/caregiver Wednesdays • 10:30–11:00 am • Sep 10, 17, 24; Oct 1, 8, 15, 29; Nov 5, 12, 19, 26; Dec 3
Needlechat
Wednesdays • 10:00 am Sep 3, 10, 17, 24; Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Nov 5, 12, 19; Dec 3, 10, 17 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. (Does not meet on Nov. 26 due to holiday.)
Golden Eagle Author Evening
Thursday, Sep 4 • 6:00–7:30 pm Teens/Adults: 1996 GlenOak High School graduate Thomas Sweterlitsch will discuss the July 2014 release of his new science fiction book Tomorrow and Tomorrow. Mr. Sweterlitsch will also share his perspective on the writing process and the experience of having the movie rights for his book purchased by Sony Pictures. Sponsored by Plain Community FOL.
The Anime Army
Wednesdays • 2:30–4:00 pm Sep 10, 24; Oct 1, 15; Nov 5, 19; Dec 10 Teens: If you’re into anime or manga, or want to learn more about it, join us each month for something fun.
FEATURED EVENTS
LEGO® Club at Plain
Effectively Using Ancestry.com
Disney Seminar
Harvest Party
Saturdays • 10:30 am–Noon • Sep 13; Oct 11; Nov 15; Dec 13 Grades K–5: A kids club where the spotlight is on your ingenuity. LEGO bricks will be provided. December’s program includes holiday festivities! Thursday, Sep 11 • 6:00–7:30 pm Tuesday, Oct 7 • 6:00–7:30 pm Wednesday, Nov 5 • 6:00–7:30 pm Adults: Planning a trip to Disney? Michele Boggs, experienced traveler, will help you plan your trip.
Locker Decor
Thursday Night Book Club
Fall Fiesta
Thursdays • 5:00–6:00 pm Adults: Join us for a monthly mystery. New members welcome. Sep 18 ���Never Go Back (Jack Reacher series #14) by Lee Child Oct 16 ����Wonder, by R. J. Palacio Nov 20 ���The Round House, by Louise Erdrich
Plain Community FOL Book Sale Saturday, Sep 20 • 9:00 am–4:00 pm Hardbacks 50¢ Paperbacks 25¢ Magazines 10¢ DVDs & CDs 50¢
Plain Local Schools Family Fit & Fun Day
Saturday, Sep 20 • 9:00 am–1:00 pm Family: Stop by the station at the library for balloon hats and more. Don’t forget to browse our book sale while you’re here.
Literacy Fun and Games
Thursday, Sep 25 • 6:30–7:30 pm •( Grades K–3: This entertaining hour of learning and fun will introduce parents and children to games and techniques that encourage the development of literacy skills during the primary school years.
Silent Library
Gingerbread House Contest........................19
Project Kindness
One Book, One Community........................... 7 Save Your Home Classes................................ 6 Teen Art Contest..............................................10
18 Smart Scene • Fall 2014
One Book, One Community
Book Discussion Tuesday, Oct 28 • 6:00–7:00 pm Grades 4–8: Enjoy the book Wonder, by R. J. Palacio and then join us for a discussion.
Hispanic Heritage Month................................ 6
Native American Heritage Month................. 6
Monday, Oct 27 • 6:30–7:30 pm •( Family: Celebrate the fall season with fun stories, games, crafts, and snacks. While not required, costumes are encouraged.
Thursday, Sep 18 • 2:30–4:00 pm Teens: Turn your locker into a work of art. Make a variety of different things to jazz up your locker this year.
Tuesday, Sep 30 • 6:00–7:00 pm Teens: Have fun doing outrageous tasks while trying to keep silent in the library.
Lifelong Learning............................................... 6
Thursday, Oct 23 • 1:00–2:30 pm • Adults: Learn tips and tricks to help discover your family history using the Ancestry Library Edition database.
Teddy Bear Drive Oct 1–31 • Library hours All Ages: The library will be accepting new teddy bears or stuffed animals for a local charity as part of our Choose Kindness Campaign.
Project Kindness
Card Making Teens: Thursday, Oct 16• 3:00–4:00 pm •( Family: Monday, Oct 20 • 6:00–7:00 pm •( Decorate a card with kind words and we will donate them to Akron Children’s Hospital.
Wednesday, Oct 29 • 2:30–4:00 pm • Teens: Celebrate fall with games, crafts, and lots of fun.
Author Visit: Mike Johnson
Thursday, Nov 6 • 6:00–7:30 pm Adults: Mike Johnson will discuss his historical novels that tell the stories of WWII, the Korean War, and other major 20th century happenings from perspectives little known among Americans. In his research he has traveled the world, visiting nations from Poland and Romania to Singapore and Malaysia. Sponsored by Plain Community FOL.
Pancakes and Pajamas
Thursday, Nov 13 • 6:00–7:00 pm • Family: Snuggle up in your favorite comfy pajamas and enjoy bedtime stories and pancakes. Feel free to bring along your favorite stuffed animal to join in the fun.
International Games Day
Saturday, Nov 15 • 2:00–4:00 pm Teens: Celebrate with the world and your friends, with speed gaming! Speed gaming gives you time to try a new game and move on to another.
Lifelong Learning
Wednesday, Nov 19 • 2:00–3:00 pm Adults: Stay sharp, connect with others, and enjoy engaging learning opportunity.
Remember Our Heroes
Thursday, Nov 20 • 6:30–7:30 pm • Grades K–5: Create treats for injured veterans and hear book talks about our great heroes.
Make It–Take It Craft
Wednesday, Dec 17 • 2:30–3:30 pm • Teens: ‘Tis the season to be crafty. Make something crafty for someone special or maybe just for yourself.
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