Local libraries offer reading programs for children, families

The following directory includes reading programs at area libraries. Programs are listed by date, age range and county. The directory also includes special needs programs and confidence-building reading sessions.

Mahoning County

Baby Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Features songs, stories, and bounces. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. 10 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 1.

Baby Story Time. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Features songs, stories, and bounces. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. 10 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 9, 23.

Baby Story Time. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Features songs, stories, and bounces. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. 10 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 14, 28.

Baby Story Time. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Features songs, stories, and bounces. For babies up to 18 months with a caregiver. 11 a.m., Tuesday, Feb 14.

Toddler Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Features stories, songs, rhymes and fun. For children ages 18 months to 3 years and their caregiver. 10 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 2.

Gotta Move Story Time. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Features musical and movement activities. For ages 2-5 with a caregiver. 11 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 .

Gotta Move Story Time. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Features musical and movement activities. For ages 2-5 with a caregiver. 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28.

STEAM Story Time: Animal Tracks. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-7448636. www.libraryvisit.org. Features stories, songs, play, and crafts. For preschoolers ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required. 10 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 22.

Play, Learn, and Grow Together. East Library, 430 Early Road, Youngstown 44505. 330744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. This group helps children develop skills to succeed in the classroom. For children 2.5 to 5 years old. Registration is required. 2:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 23.

Yoga Story Time. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636.www.libraryvisit.org. Stories, songs and rhymes combined with simple yoga poses. For children ages 3-6. Bring a yoga mat or towel. 10 a.m., Friday, Feb. 10.

Family Story Time. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Stories for preschoolers, toddlers, babies, and their caregivers. 10 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, 21.

Family Story Time. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Stories for preschoolers, toddlers, babies, and their caregivers. 11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 18.

Family Story Time. Canfield Library, 43 W.

Regional library systems offer children’s reading and story programs every month

Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Stories for preschoolers, toddlers, babies, and their caregivers. 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28.

All Ages Story Time. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Features stories, rhymes, songs and activities for children of all ages and their caregivers. 2 p.m., Friday, Feb. 10, 24.

All Ages Story Time. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown 44507. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Features stories, rhymes, songs and activities for children of all ages and their caregivers. 10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 27.

Valentine’s Day Family Story Time. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Stories for preschoolers, toddlers, babies, and their caregivers. 10 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 14.

ASL Club. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Learn American Sign Language and Deaf culture. For families and all ages. Registration required. 6 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 15.

Sensory Story Time. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Join the Library for books, songs and rhymes. Designed for children ages 3-10 with autism or other sensory processing needs and their families. For families and all ages. Registration required. Occurs in partnership with the Autism Society of Mahoning Valley. 11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 18.

Reading to therapy dogs

Reading with Rhys. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Each child will be given a 15-minute reading session to read to Rhys. Hand sanitizer will be available. Registration is required. 4 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 9, 23.

Read with Rennie. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Boost your kid’s reading confidence by having them read to Rennie, a registered therapy dog with Furever Friends. Registrants will have 15 minutes to practice reading aloud to this non-judgmental companion. Registration is required. 4:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20.

Read to Ellie. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636.www.libraryvisit.org. Read to Ellie, a registered therapy dog with P.AW.S therapy team. Each child will be given a 15-minute reading session while spots remain. For grades 1-4. Registration is required. 6 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 21.

Read with Lucy Lu. Tri-Lakes Library, 13820 Mahoning Ave, North Jackson 44451. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Read with Lucy Lu the therapy dog. No registration required; availability on a firstcome, first-served basis. 4 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 28.

Trumbull County

Preschool Storytime. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org. Stories, songs and movement activities to reinforce the development of early literacy skills. Ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 1, 8, 15.

Preschool Storytime. Girard Free Library, 105 E. Prospect St., Girard 44420. 330-545-2508. Stories, music and movement for preschoolers and an adult caregiver. For ages 2-5. 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 1, Thursday, Feb. 2, and Wednesday, Feb. 8.

Family Storytime. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org. Features stories, games, crafts and activities. For families with children ages 3 and up. 6:30 p.m., Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22.

Preschool Storytime. Liberty Library, 415 Churchill-Hubbard Road 44505. 330-759-2589. www. wtcpl.org. Stories, songs and movement activities reinforce the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3 to 5. 1 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 2, 9, 16.

Preschool Storytime. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org. Stories, songs and movement activities reinforce the development of early literacy skills. Ages 3-5. 11 a.m., Friday, Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24.

Babytime. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org. Short stories, fingerplays and simple songs. For infants 6 to 18 months with a parent or caregiver. Registration is requested. 10 a.m., Monday, Feb. 6, 13. trained and certified by the IRS. To request a Tax Aide appointment, call 330-333-8108. You will need to leave a message that includes your full name and phone number, and your call will be returned by a volunteer scheduler within 72 hours. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Mondays, Jan. 30-April 10.

Toddler Tales. Cortland Library, 578 Lakeview Drive 44410. 330-638-6335. www.wtcpl.org. Storytime for toddlers ages 19-35 months with a parent or caregiver. 10 a.m., Monday, Feb. 6, 13. Preschool Storytime. Lordstown Library, 1471 Salt Springs Road 44481. 330-824-2094. www.wtcpl.org. Stories, songs and movement activities reinforce the development of early literacy skills. For ages 3 to 5. 1 p.m., Monday, Feb. 6, 13.

Pups and Pages. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org. Children in grades K to 6 may sign up for 15-minute sessions to read aloud to a registered therapy dog from PAWS Therapy Team. Registration is required. 6 p.m., Monday, Feb. 6. Babytime. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www. wtcpl.org. For infants ages 6-18 months with a parent or caregiver. Short stories, fingerplays and simple songs. Registration is requested. 10 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28.

Preschool Storytime. Cortland Library, 578 Lakeview Drive 44410. 330-638-6335. www.wtcpl. org. Stories, songs and movement activities reinforce the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3-5. 10 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, 14. Book Buddies. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org. Provides after school one-on-one reading practice and reading-related games. Children in grades 1-4 may sign up for a 30-minute session to practice their reading in a fun, stress-free environment with a trained volunteer. Registration is required. 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28. Read to SomeBunny. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl. org. Children in grades K to 6 can sign up to read aloud to registered and certified Bunnies in Baskets (therapy rabbits) for 15-minute sessions. Registration is required. 6 p.m.,Tuesday, Feb. 7. Preschool Storytime. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl. org. Stories, songs and movement activities reinforce the development of early literacy skills. For ages 3 to 5. 10 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 1, 8, 15. Book Buddies. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org. Children in grades 1-4 may sign up for a 30-minute session to practice their reading in a fun, stress-free environment with a trained volunteer. Registration is required. 4:30 p.m., Feb. 8, 15, 22.

Toddler Tales. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org. Storytime for toddlers ages 19-35 months with a parent or caregiver. 10 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 2, 9, 16. Saturday Storytime. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl. org. Children 6 months to 6 years are invited for stories, songs, movement, and more. 10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 11.

Preschool Storytime. Lordstown Library, 1471 Salt Springs Road 44481. 330-824-2094. www.wtcpl.org. Stories, songs and movement activities reinforce the development of early literacy skills. Ages 3-5. 1 p.m., Monday, Feb. 13, 27. Family Storytime. Cortland Library, 578 Lakeview Drive 44410. 330-638-6335. www.wtcpl. org. Features stories and activities for families with children ages 3-10. 6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 23. Compiled from local reports.

Talk a Walk @ the Library. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For adults. 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27.

Playful Learning. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org. The library will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games and other activities. Drop-in anytime during posted hours. Ages 6 months to 6 years with a parent or caregiver. 11 a.m., Monday, Feb. 6, 13, 27.

Sewing Machine Basics. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. 3:30 p.m.

Monday FunDay. Lordstown Library, 1471 Salt Springs Road 44481. 330-824-2094. www.wtcpl.org. Kids can create, discover and experiment through science, art, stories and more. For ages 5-12. Registration is required. 4:30 p.m.

February Full Moon Hike. Parking lot, Pioneer Pavilion, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown 44511. 330740-7116. millcreekmetroparks.org. Join a MetroParks educator for a hike under the full moon. Dress for the weather and be prepared for a moderate, 2-mile hike. Registration required. No walk-ins. No pets. Register by Feb. 4, online or call. 5:30-7 p.m. $3.

Crazy 8s Club. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Club offers unique math activities for children. For children. Registration required. 6 p.m., Monday, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27.

Tuesday 7

Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Improve your strength, balance, and mobility with Mallory Wiand from Direction Home. This is a research-based, balance-training class designed for older adults who are at risk of falling and for people with balance disorders. For adults. 11 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28.

Sit & Stitch. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. For adults. 11 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, 21. Mobile Market. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown 44507. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Patrons and visitors can shop for fresh produce and other groceries. Noon-2 p.m.

Teen Book Club. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. This month’s theme is true crime. For teens. 3:15 p.m.

Paper Circuits – Valentine’s Day Cards. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Registration required. For tweens and teens. 4 p.m.

Craft Corner. East Library, 430 Early Road, Youngstown 44505. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. For teens and adults. Registration required. 4 p.m.

Business/Workplace English for Non-Native Speakers. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For adults. Registration required. 6 p.m.

Science Exploring Hour – Simple Paper Circuits. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Create a circuit using copper tape, gumdrop LEDs and coin cell batteries. For tweens and teens. Registration required. 6 p.m.

Open Mic Night. Hopewell Theater, 702 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. This program invites all poets, singers, comedians and performers. 6 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7.

One-on-One Tech Help Appointments. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. mckinley@mcklib.org. Looking for help with your phone, tablet, or laptop? Not sure how to set up an email address? Need a crash course in Libby or Hoopla? Sign up for a 45-minute Technology Help Appointment, Tuesdays at 1, 2, 3, or 4 p.m. To make an appointment, call 330-6521704 ext. 3. For adults. 1-4:45 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, 14, 21. March 7, 14, 21, 28.

Book Buddies. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org. Book Buddies provides after school one-on-one reading practice and reading-related games. Children in grades 1-4 may sign up for a 30-minute session to practice their reading in a fun, stress-free environment with a trained volunteer. Registration is required each week. 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28.

Wednesday 8

Recreational Hikes. Newport Wetlands, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7114. millcreekmetroparks.org. Meet at Newport Wetlands parking lot on W. Newport Drive. Moderate, 1 or 3 miles. Call for details. 9-10 a.m.

Music at Noon: Pianist Allison Hillier. Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-3636. 12:15 p.m.

Black History Month: African American Genealogy. Local History & Genealogy, Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-3998807, ext. 202. Participants will learn to trace family history using traditional and digitized resources, including the Freedmen’s Bureau, the African American Heritage database, and the Unknown No Longer website. Those taking the class should be familiar with navigating a computer using a mouse. Registration is required. Call to sign up. 3 p.m.

Collaborative Flash Fiction. Newport Library, 3730 Market St., Youngstown 44507. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Hang out and write flash fiction. The group will pass the story around so everyone can add their creativity. For adults. Registration required. 4 p.m.

Book Buddies. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org. Provides after school one-on-one reading practice and reading-related games. Children in grades 1-4 may sign up for a 30-minute session to practice their reading in a fun, stress-free environment with a trained volunteer. Registration is required. 4:30 p.m., Feb. 8, 15, 22.

Candy Heart STEM Challenge. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For children. Registration required. 5 p.m.

Black History Month: Make a Diva Wreath. Michael Kusalaba Library, 2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. For adults. Registration required. 6 p.m.

Nutrition Information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. For adults. Registration required. 6 p.m.

A Valentine Italian Wine Tasting Fundraiser. Magic Tree Pub & Eatery, 7463 South Ave., Boardman 44512. 330-744-8636. Features six Italian wines paired with six small plates, plus a gift basket raffle and 50/50. Tickets are $65 each. To purchase, mail a check to the Development Office – Friends of PLYMC, 305 Wick Ave, Youngstown 44503. 6-9 p.m. $65.

Yarn Wrapped Heart. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For families and all ages. 6 p.m.

Sea Glass Mosaic Magnets. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. For teens and adults. Registration required. 6 p.m.

Make Decorative Soaps. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. For teens and adults. Registration required. 6:30 p.m.

Thursday 9

Color Yourself Calm. Sebring Library, 195 W. Ohio Ave. 44672. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. For teens and adults. 3:30 p.m.

Introduction to Cricut Design Space. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-7448636. www.libraryvisit.org. This program is for teens and adults. 4 p.m.

Black History Month: Food for Thought Book Discussion. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Join Lit Youngstown readers to discuss big literary prizes and the contemporary books that won them. February: “A Little Devil in America: Notes in Praise of Black Performance” by Hanif Abdurraqib (essays). March: “Orange Prize for Fiction” by Tea Obreht (novel). For adults. Registration required. 5 p.m.

DIY Sugar Scrub. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. For adults. Registration required. 5:30 p.m.

DIY Candle Making. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For adults. Registration required. 5:30 p.m.

Cricut Valentine’s Day Cards. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. This program is for teens. Registration is required. 6 p.m.

Crafting for a Cause: Dog Toy. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Make a dog toy to take home or donate to a local shelter. For teens and adults. Registration required. 6 p.m.

Youngstown Mob Talk. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246. robinstheatre.com. Johnny Chechitelli and James Naples III, hosts of the popular Facebook group “Youngstown Mob,” will explore Northeast Ohio’s history with the mob. This two-hour event will include true-crime author Rick Porrello (“To Kill the Irishman,” “The Rise and Fall of the Cleveland Mafia”), familiar voices from the “Crooked City” podcast, and a surprise wiseguy. The evening includes a question-and-answer session and a raffle of signed artwork by Jim Traficant. 7 p.m. $75 (VIP ticket), $25, $18.

Friday 10

Culinary Foundations – Egg-cellent Eggs. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Explore how to prepare eggs: scrambled, hard boiled and poached. For adults and teens 16 and older. Registration is required. Noon.

Couples Therapy. Main Stage, Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330788-8739. youngstownplayhouse.org. This special event combines theater and stand-up comedy. Written and directed by Jason Tarr. 7:30 p.m., Feb. 10-11. YSU Penguins Basketball. The Penguins play Purdue away in Fort Wayne. The game will be televised on ESPN+ and broadcast on AM 570 WKBN. 7 p.m.

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS

Birdfish. Analog Night. Golden String Radio. 7 p.m. Cork & Cap. Damian Knapp. 7 p.m.

Gatsby’s Joe Augustine. 6 p.m.

New Manhattan. Tyler Jenkins. 8 p.m.

Red Maple Barn. Love, Sinatra: A Valentine’s Tribute. 6 p.m. Robins Theatre. Who’s Bad? Michael Jackson

Experience. 8 p.m.

Vey’s Pub and Grille. Leather and Lace. Acoustic. 7 p.m. Westside Bowl. Moon White Sun, Mint, Audioblood. 8 p.m.

Saturday 11

Youngstown Flea. 365 E. Boardman St., downtown Youngstown 44503. 330-565-5483. info@ youngstownflea.com. youngstownflea.com. The Youngstown Flea continues its eighth season today. The Flea features local and regional merchants selling arts, antique and re-purposed furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles, jewelry, candles, food, drink and produce. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Cardboard Aquariums. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Registration required. 10 a.m.

Amateur Radio 101. Boardman Library, 76)80 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. This two-part class is for teens and adults. Day one features a General Class (10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 11 and the second session features General Class 2 and a test (10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 18).

Saturday Storytime. Howland Library, 9095 E. Market St. 44484. 330-856-2011. www.wtcpl.org. Children 6 months to 6 years are invited for stories, songs, movement, and more. Monthly. Registration is requested. 10 a.m.

Black History Month: Harlem Hell Fighters Part II: Meuse – Argonne Black Infantry. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Special presentation about the Battle of the Meuse-Argonne and Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery and the Black pioneer infantry men who buried them there. For teens and adults. Registration required. 11 a.m.

Valentine Box Decorating. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. Registration required. 11 a.m.

Washi Tape: Framed. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Make funky frames with Washi Tape and creativity. For teens and tweens. Registration required. 11 a.m.

Valentine’s Party. Struthers Library, 95 Poland Ave. 44471. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For children. 11 a.m.

Be Mine Adoption Event with the Animal Welfare League. Center Court, Eastwood Mall, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles 44446. 330652-6980. See adoptable pets and learn more about pet ownership from the Animal Welfare League.

Noon-4 p.m., Feb. 11-12.

MetroMutts: I Chews You Valentine Treat Making. McMahon Hall, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. 330-702-3000. millcreekmetroparks.org. Bring your MetroMutt to McMahon Hall and learn to bake treats to make their Valentine’s Day special. Noon-1 p.m. Members, free; non-members, $5.

Valentine’s Box Making. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For children and tweens. Registration required. 1 p.m. Valentine Science Fun. Campbell Library, 436 Struthers Coitsville Road, Lowellville 44436. 330744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For families and all ages. Registration required. 1 p.m.

Black History Month: Henry’s Freedom Box. Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 206. www.wtcpl.org. The true-life story of Henry “Box” Brown, the man who mailed himself out of slavery, presented through dramatic storytelling, original music, and magic. This program features Rory Rennick, the Magistic. For youth in grades K-6. 2 p.m.

Learn Libby for Android/iOS. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www. libraryvisit.org. For adults. Registration required. 2 p.m.

Lovesick – A Rom-Com Gone Wrong Cabaret. Hopewell Theatre, 702 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-746-5455. hopewelltheatre.org. Local singers and actors will perform in a play on romantic comedy stereotypes. Each couple has a story to tell (and they may not lead where you’d think). Includes chocolate tasting and a glass of wine (for 21 and older). 7:30 p.m. $15.

Drumline Live! Westminster Celebrity Series, Orr Auditorium, Westminster College, 319 S. Market St., New Wilmington, Pa. 16172. 724-946-7354. www. westminster.edu. From the musical team behind the movies “Drumline” and “Drumline: A New Beat.” 7:30 p.m. $52, $49, $45, $33.

Couples Therapy. Main Stage, Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 44511. 330788-8739. youngstownplayhouse.org. This special event combines theater and stand-up comedy. Written and directed by Jason Tarr. 7:30 p.m., Feb. 10-11.

Friendly Squares Square Dance. Niles SCOPE Center, 14 E. State St., Niles 44446. For additional information, call Gene Hammond at 330-506-3370. The Friendly Squares will host their monthly square dance tonight. Gene Hammond will be the caller and Frankie Hammond will be cuing line dances. The dance theme is Valentines. This will be a high/ low dance with alternating tips for new dancers currently taking lessons and tips for more experienced dancers. Dress is casual and light refreshments will be served. 7:30-10 p.m. $6 donation per person.

MUSIC & NIGHTSPOTS

Birdfish Brewing Co. The Modernes. 7 p.m.

Flying Pig Saloon. The Confessors. 9 p.m. New Manhattan. Rust Valley Revival. 8 p.m. Robins Theatre. Sinatra tribute. 8 p.m. Vineyards at Pine Lake. Dueling Pianos. 6:30 p.m. Westside Bowl. PLINKO, Flock of Walri, Things. 8 p.m.

Sunday 12

MetroCyclers Hike and Bike: Hike Rocky Ridge/Artists’ Trail. Parking lot, Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7112. millcreekmetroparks.org. Meet for a moderate 3-mile hike on Rocky Ridge and Artists’ Trail. Call 330-740-7114 for details. Members, free; $5, nonmembers. 1-2 p.m. YSU Penguins Basketball. The Penguins play Cleveland State away. The game will be televised on ESPN+ and broadcast on AM 570 WKBN. 1 p.m

Monday 13

Book Talk and Signing with Author Kathy Schulz. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. The Library welcomes author Kathy Schulz as she talks about her new book, “The Underground Railroad in Ohio.” 2 p.m.

After School Anime. Canfield Library, 43 W. Main St. 44406. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For tweens and teens. 3 p.m.

Love ROCKS: Valentine Rock Painting. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-7448636. www.libraryvisit.org. For teens and tweens. Registration required. 4 p.m.

Bread Club - Basic White Bread. Culinary Literacy Center, Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Learn the art of bread-making, from mixing and kneading to baking and storing your homemade loaf. This is a two-day program. Participants must register for both sessions. For adults and teens 16 and older.

Session One: Main Library, 5:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13. Session Two: Main Library, 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb.14.

Tuesday 14

Brownlee Woods Grand Opening Open House. Brownlee Woods Library, 4010 Sheridan Road, Youngstown 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Visit the newly renovated branch. Features tours, activities, light refreshments and prizes. Occurs during Library hours.

Tuesdays for Toddlers with PBS Western Reserve. Aquarium Area, Eastwood Mall, 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles 44446. 330-652-6980. Features Valentine’s Day fun for children (an Elmo song, reading out loud, and Valentine’s card making. Tuesdays for Toddlers occurs in partnership with PBS Western Reserve every second Tuesday. 11 a.m.

Hearts and Crafts. Boardman Library, 7680 Glenwood Ave. 44512. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For families and all ages. 4 p.m.

Slimy Science. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Registration required. For tweens. 5 p.m.

Adult Crafting 101. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For adults. Registration required. 10:30 a.m.

Meditate with Missy. Poland Library, 311 S. Main St. 44514. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For adults. 6 p.m.

Wednesday 15

Music at Noon: Piano Duet. Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-941-3636. Ralitsa Georgieva-Smith and Caroline Oltmanns will perform. 12:15 p.m.

Ancestry Library Edition Class. Local History & Genealogy, Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 330-399-8807, ext. 202. Participants will learn how to use the Library’s subscription database to find census, marriage, death, birth, military and immigration records and how to refine their searches. Those taking the class should be familiar with navigating a computer using a mouse. Registration is required. Call to sign up. 3 p.m.

Paper Masks for Carnival. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. For teens and adults. www.libraryvisit.org. 3:30 p.m. ASL Club. Springfield Library. 10418 Main St, New Middletown 44442. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Learn American Sign Language and Deaf culture. For families and all ages. Registration required. 6 p.m.

Lego My Library. Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. Fun with Lego blocks. 6 p.m. Military Records for Genealogy. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. For teens and adults. Registration required. 6 p.m.

Adult Coloring. Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit. org. For adults. 6 p.m.