Winter 2023 Program Guide

MIDPOINTE LIBRARY SYSTEM

PROGRAM GUIDE WINTER 2023/24

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DEC • JAN • FEB

LIBERTY

7100 Foundry Row Suite S-234 • Liberty Township, OH 45069

YOUTH FAMILY STORYTIME

Dec. 1, Jan. 5 & Feb. 2 • 10:15 AM Fridays, Dec. 8, Jan. 12–26 & Feb. 9–23 • 10:15 AM & 11:15 AM Children and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.

CINCY CHILDREN’S CHATS

Dec. 1, Jan. 5 & Feb. 2 • 11:15 AM Join staff from Cincinnati Children’s to learn about important topics through fun activities. Geared for ages 2-5 years.

BABY AND TODDLER STORYTIME

Mondays, Dec. 4, Jan. 8, & Jan. 22–Feb. 26 • 10:15 AM Children, 0-3 years, and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.

KIDS YOGA—STORIES & STRETCHES

HOLIDAY FAMILY STORYTIME

Dec. 15 • 10:15 AM Families will learn about and honor all the holidays of the season with this special holiday family storytime!

Dec. 28, Jan. 11 & Feb. 1 • 1:00 PM Children, ages 6 and up, will explore different areas of STEAM through handson-activities while interacting with other local homeschoolers.

MOMENTO DE CUENTOS BILINGÜES—BILINGUAL STORYTIME

TOT TIME

123 CLUB

Dec. 6, Jan. 3 & Feb. 7 • 11:15 AM Let’s make some art together! Children, ages 3-5, will practice using basic craft tools and they can take home their work after each session.

KIDS D.I.Y.

Dec. 7, Jan. 18 & Feb. 15 • 4:00 PM Tweens are invited to get crafty with us with a fun project!

WINTER 2023/24

Programs for grades 6-12

D.I.Y WORKSHOP

Dec. 13 • 4:00 PM: Snowman Slime Jan. 10 • 4:00 PM: Snowflake String Art Feb. 14 • 4:00 PM N ailed It or Failed It Cookie Decorating Teens are invited to tap into their inner artist with arts, crafts and other creative projects. Supplies provided.

HOMESCHOOL STEAM CLUB

Jan. 10 & Feb. 14 • 11:15 AM ¡Acompáñenos para disfrutar cuentos y música bilingües español y inglés que le encantará a toda la familia! Join us for bilingual Spanish and English stories and music the whole family will love!

PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB

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Dec. 12 • 4:00 PM: Ages 6-12 Dec. 14 • 10:30 AM: Ages 2-5 Come be part of Santa’s Workshop!

Children will make a special present for a loved one. Wrapped, tagged, and ready to go under the tree!

Dec. 4 & Feb. 5 • 11:15 AM Join us for some simple yoga poses, stories, and breathing exercises. Geared to ages 2-6 years. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket and wear comfy clothes.

Wednesdays, Dec. 6 & Jan. 3–Feb. 28 • 10:15 AM Mondays, Jan. 8 & Jan. 22–Feb. 26 • 10:45 AM Playing is a great way to grow motor, social and other developmental skills. Caregivers can connect with each other while the little ones play. Ages 0-36 months.

TEEN

SANTA’S WORKSHOP

Jan. 17 & Feb. 21 • 11:15 AM Welcome to the 123 Club! Children, ages 3-5, and their grown ups will explore early math concepts through books and related activities.

ADULT WALK>15 FITNESS

Mondays, Dec. 4–18, Jan. 8 & Jan. 22–Feb. 26 • 9:15 AM Living Room Walk yourself healthy! Join our certified Walk Leader for a 2-mile Leslie Sansone Walk>15 Fitness class. Please bring water and wear shoes suitable for a fitness class. Ages 16 and up.

BOOK CHAT

Dec. 14, Jan. 11 & Feb. 8 • 6:00 PM Join us for an informal discussion about whatever book you are reading. All genres are welcome to read and discuss.

Bring your books, your love of reading and meet new friends and authors!

MIDPOINTE ARTISANS

Jan. 19 • 2:00 PM Learn to create a foil embossed piece Jan. 29 & Feb. 26 • 11:15 AM Join us for some lively tunes as we practice and to use basic color theory. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels. our coordination and rhythm! Everyone dances and sings in this active 30-minute CRAFTERNOON program. Geared for ages 2-5 years.

Jan. 25 • 2:00 PM: Quilling Shadow Box BABY ART PLAYGROUND Feb. 19 • 2:00 PM: Jan. 31 & Feb. 28 • 11:15 AM Sewn Hand Warmers Babies, 0-24 months, will explore art Join us each month for a different makethrough sensory play while they create and-take craft project. Supplies will be an adorable keepsake. Don’t forget to provided. dress for the occasional mess.

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

MONROE

1 Tennessee Avenue • Monroe, OH 45050

YOUTH IMAGINATION TIME

Dec. 1 & Jan. 26 • 10:15 AM Rothwell Room Pre-schoolers will enjoy dramatic play, early literacy games and more!

PRETEND & PLAY

Dec. 12 • 1:30 PM Rothwell Room Join Santa for storytime and pictures!

Come learn how the reindeer fly, Rudolph got his red nose, Santa gets up and down the chimney, and how he is able to get around the world in just one night.

Mondays, Dec. 4, Dec. 11, Jan. 8 & Jan. 22–Feb. 26 • 10:15 AM Rothwell Room Does your child love pretending? Join us for play-based open sessions of fun with playsets, props and more!

ALPHABET ADVENTURES

TODDLER STORYTIME

STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEP OVER & STORIES

Wednesdays, Dec. 6 & Jan. 3–Feb. 28 • 10:15 AM Rothwell Room Children, 2-3 years, and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.

PRE-SCHOOL DISCOVERY DAYS

Wednesdays, Dec. 6 & Jan. 3–Feb. 28 • 11:15 AM Rothwell Room Little ones, ages 3-5, will practice their kindergarten readiness and early literacy skills through stories, rhymes, and hands-on activities!

BUSY BUILDERS

Thursdays, Dec. 7 & Jan. 4–Feb. 29 • 10:30 AM Rothwell Room Pre-schoolers can show off their building skills with all the different types of blocks that are available. Play, create, and have fun!

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT

Dec. 8, Jan. 5 & Feb. 9 • 10:15 AM Rothwell Room Join us for some lively tunes as we practice our coordination and rhythm! Everyone dances and sings in this active 30-minute program. Geared for ages 2-5 years.

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ADULT

MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS

Dec. 15, & Feb. 16 • 10:15 AM Rothwell Room Explorers, ages 3-5, will investigate a different letter each month with stories and hands-on activities.

Jan. 11 • 10:00 AM–5:00 PM: Drop Off Jan. 12 • 10:15 AM: Stories Rothwell Room Drop off a stuffed buddy on Thursday, Jan. 11. Then, join us for a special storytime on Friday morning to find out what your stuffies did when they spent the night at the library. We’ll share stories, songs and a special video of their overnight adventure!

123 CLUB

Jan. 18 & Feb. 22 • 11:15 AM Rothwell Room Welcome to the 123 Club! Children ages 3-5 and their grown ups will explore early math concepts through books and related activities.

PRE-SCHOOL LEARNING STATIONS Feb. 2 • 10:15 AM Rothwell Room Pre-schoolers can explore several early literacy activities at a variety of stations.

PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB

Feb. 23 • 10:15 AM Rothwell Room Let’s make some art together! Children, ages 3-5, will practice using basic craft tools and they can take home their work after each session.

MIDPOINTE MEALS IN MONROE

Thursdays, Dec. 7–Feb. 29 • 10:30 AM Monroe Community Room 6 East Ave., Monroe, OH 45050 Every Thursday, those ages 60 and up can enjoy a free lunch and activities, plus time to connect and socialize.

Registration is required by 8:00 AM Tuesday each week and is available by calling 513.424.1251 or via MidPointe’s online calendar.

BOOK CLUB

Dec. 19 • 2:00 PM: T he Good Left Undone

by Adriana Trigiani Jan. 16 • 2:00 PM: T he Good Son

by Jacquelyn Mitchard Feb. 20 • 2:00 PM: T he Four Winds by Kristin Hannah Sunroom Join us for a lively discussion every month. We read books of all genres and vote on each month’s title. Please read the book before the meeting.

MIDPOINTE ARTISANS

Jan. 22 • 2:00 PM Rothwell Room Learn to create a foil embossed piece and to use basic color theory. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.

COMMUNITY EVENTS COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Jan. 4 • 3:00 PM Monroe Parking Lot Save a life, give blood on the Solvita mobile coach. Appointments are encouraged. Visit www.donortime.com or call (937) 461-3220 for an appointment.

Use Sponsor ID #1789.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

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MIDDLETOWN 125 South Broad Street • Middletown, OH 45044

YOUTH BABY AND TODDLER STORYTIME

Mondays, Dec. 4, Jan. 8 & Jan. 22–Feb. 26 • 10:15 AM Community Room Children, 0-3 years, and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.

ABC CLUB

Mondays, Dec. 4, Jan. 8 & Jan. 22–Feb. 26 • 11:15 AM Community Room Welcome to the ABC Club! Children, ages 3-5, and their grown ups will explore the alphabet (numbers and colors, too!) through books and related activities.

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT

Dec. 6, Jan. 3 & Feb. 7 • 10:15 AM Community Room Join us for some lively tunes as we practice our coordination and rhythm!

Everyone dances and sings in this active 30-minute program. Geared for ages 2-5 years.

KIDS D.I.Y.

Dec. 6, Jan. 17 & Feb. 14 • 4:00 PM Community Room Tweens are invited to get crafty with us with a fun project!

PARACHUTE PLAYTIME

Dec. 11 • 10:30 AM Community Room Pre-schoolers and their grownups can sing, dance, and move with instruments, scarves, and of course, the parachute.

ALPHABET ADVENTURES

Dec. 13, Jan. 10 & Feb. 14 • 10:15 AM Community Room Explorers, ages 3-5, will investigate a different letter each month with stories and hands-on activities.

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STEAM CLUB

Dec. 20, Jan. 24 & Feb. 21 • 4:00 PM Board Room Learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math with fun, hands-on activities! Geared for tweens.

All ability levels welcome!

FROZEN PARTY

Dec. 21 • 2:00–4:00 PM Community Room Do you want to build a snowman? We can’t promise snow, but we can promise a fun time and a visit with a special guest! Costumes encouraged, but not required.

SODA POP TASTE TEST

Dec. 29 • 3:30 PM Community Room Get your tastebuds tingling with a variety of fizzy flavors. Sample these mystery sodas and see if you can guess them all!

NOON YEAR’S EVE (EVE)

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

HEXBUG CHALLENGE

IMAGINATION TIME

Jan. 24 & Feb. 28 • 10:15 AM Community Room Pre-schoolers will enjoy dramatic play, early literacy games and more!

PRE-SCHOOL LEARNING STATIONS Jan. 31 • 10:15 AM Community Room Pre-schoolers can explore several early literacy activities at a variety of stations.

TEEN Programs for grades 6-12

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD

Dec. 7, Jan. 4 & Feb. 1 • 3:30 PM Board Room Do you have ideas for how to make the Library a better place for teens? Join our Teen Advisory Board to give advice, share ideas and brainstorm together about what teens are interested in.

ANIME AND MANGA CLUB

Dec. 21, Jan. 25 & Feb. 29 • 3:30 PM Board Room Are you a fan of anime and manga?

Come geek out about what you’re reading and watching!

Jan. 10 • 4:00 PM Community Room Do you think you have what it takes for your hexbug to win the race? Join us and find out! Geared for tweens. Supplies provided.

SODA POP TASTE TEST

PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB

D.I.Y WORKSHOP

Jan. 17 & Feb. 21 • 10:15 AM Community Room Let’s make some art together! Children, ages 3-5, will practice using basic craft tools and they can take home their work after each session.

Dec. 29 • 3:30 PM Community Room Get your tastebuds tingling with a variety of fizzy flavors. Sample these mystery sodas and see if you can guess them all!

Jan. 18 • 3:30 PM: Snowflake String Art Feb. 22 • 3:30 PM: N ailed It or Failed It Cookie Decorating Board Room Teens are invited to tap into their inner artist with arts, crafts and other creative projects. Supplies will be provided.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

HOLIDAY RECIPE CLUB

Dec. 1 • 1:30 PM Community Room Choose a holiday recipe from a cookbook at home or borrow a cookbook from the Library to cook at home. Please bring your dish and recipe to share at the Library for a holiday recipe swap.

IN-LIBRARY CASE MANAGER

Mondays & Wednesdays 11:00 AM–4:00 PM Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:30–4:30 PM A case manager from Sunrise Treatment Center is available onsite at MidPointe Library Middletown for assistance with community resources and mental health services.

BOOK CLUB

Dec. 5 • 10:30 AM: T he Wedding Dress Sewing Circle

by Jennifer Ryan Jan. 2 • 10:30 AM: T he Book of Cold Cases

by Simone St. James Feb. 6 • 10:30 AM: T he Personal Librarian

by Marie Benedict Board Room Join us for a lively discussion every month. We read books of all genres and vote on each month’s title. Please read the book before the meeting.

YOGA

Tuesdays, Dec. 5–Jan. 9 & Jan. 23–Feb. 27 • 10:30 AM Community Room Join our yoga instructor for this free drop-in class. Beginners are welcome!

Please bring your own yoga mat and towel. Ages 16 and up.

COMMUNITY EVENTS COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Jan. 22 • 3:30 PM Middletown Parking Lot Save a life, give blood on the Solvita mobile coach. Appointments are encouraged. Visit www.donortime. com or call (937) 461-3220 for an appointment. Use Sponsor ID #1702.

MIDDLETOWN

ADULT

FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS

BY PREMIER HEALTH

Jan. 31 & Feb. 28 • 3:00 PM Community Room MidPointe will host Atrium Medical Center and Premier Community Health to offer free drop-in health screenings (blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol and hemoglobin A1C), education, influenza vaccinations and more.

MIDPOINTE ARTISANS

Jan. 11 • 6:00 PM Community Room Learn to create a foil embossed piece and to use basic color theory. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.

We try to accommodate as many visitors as possible at our programs, but please understand that space is limited. Programs without registration are first come, first served.

The Journey to Early Literacy Starts Now! MidPointe Library System wants to join you in helping your child develop a love of reading and share ways to build an early foundation for lifelong learning.

Sign up to receive an early literacy kit for your little one, sent directly to your home.

Enrollment in Starting Pointe is absolutely free and available for parents/guardians and their babies ages six months and younger and living in MidPointe Library System’s service area.

This project was supported in part by federal Institute of Museum and Library Services funds, granted through the State Library of Ohio.

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Scan the QR code for more info Your Journey to Early Literacy Starts Now

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

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WEST CHESTER 9363 Centre Pointe Drive • West Chester, OH 45069

YOUTH MUSIC AND MOVEMENT

Dec. 1, Jan. 5 & Feb. 2 • 10:15 AM Children’s Programming Room Join us for some lively tunes as we practice our coordination and rhythm!

Everyone dances and sings in this active 30-minute program. Geared for ages 2-5 years.

BABY STORYTIME

Mondays, Dec. 4, Jan. 8 & Jan. 22–Feb. 26 • 10:15 AM Children’s Programming Room Children, 6-24 months, and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.

FAMILY STORYTIME

Mondays, Dec. 4, Jan. 8 & Jan. 22–Feb. 26 • 11:15 AM Tuesdays, Dec. 5 & Jan. 2–Feb. 27 • 10:15 AM Children’s Programming Room Children and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.

PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB

Tuesdays, Dec. 5 & Jan. 2–Feb. 27 • 11:15 AM Children’s Programming Room Let’s make some art together! Children, ages 3-5, will practice using basic craft tools and they can take home their work after each session.

KIDS D.I.Y.

Dec. 5, Jan. 23 & Feb. 20 • 4:00PM Children’s Programming Room Tweens are invited to get crafty with us with a fun project!

ABC CLUB

Wednesdays, Dec. 6 & Jan. 3–Feb. 28 • 10:15 AM & 1:30 PM Children’s Programming Room Welcome to the ABC Club! Children, ages 3-5, and their grown ups will explore the alphabet (numbers and colors, too!) through books and related activities.

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AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE STORYTIME WITH LAKOTA WEST

Wednesdays, Dec. 6 & 13 • 11:15 AM Children’s Programming Room Lakota West High School students will present storytime in both ASL (American Sign Language) and English! All ages welcome.

TODDLER STORYTIME

Thursdays, Dec. 7 & Jan. 4–Feb. 29 • 10:15 AM Community Room A/B Children, 2-3 years, and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.

PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME

Thursdays, Dec. 7 & Jan. 4–Feb. 29 • 11:15 AM Community Room A/B Children, 3-5 years, and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.

KIDS YOGA—STORIES & STRETCHES

Dec. 8, Jan. 12 & Feb. 9 • 10:15 AM Children’s Programming Room Join us for some simple yoga poses, stories, and breathing exercises. Geared to ages 2-6 years. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket and wear comfy clothes.

TOT TIME

Dec. 12 • 10:15 AM Children’s Programming Room Playing is a great way to grow motor, social and other developmental skills. Caregivers can connect with each other while the little ones play. Ages 0-36 months.

MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS

Dec. 12 • 11:00 AM Community Room A/B Join Santa for storytime and pictures!

Come learn how the reindeer fly, Rudolph got his red nose, Santa gets up and down the chimney, and how he is able to get around the world in just one night.

GAME ON—TWEEN EDITION

Dec. 12, Jan. 9 & Feb. 13 • 4:00 PM Children’s Programming Room Come enjoy a variety of games with the Nintendo Switch, board games, and more.

PARACHUTE PLAYTIME

Dec. 13 • 10:30 AM Children’s Programming Room Pre-schoolers and their grownups can sing, dance, and move with instruments, scarves, and of course, the parachute.

BABY EXPLORERS

Dec. 15, Jan. 19 & Feb. 16 • 10:15 AM Children’s Programming Room Kids, ages 0-2, and their caregivers can explore the world around them in a variety of activities each month.

FROZEN PARTY

Dec. 16 • 11:00 AM–1:00 PM Community Room A/B Do you want to build a snowman? We can’t promise snow, but we can promise a fun time and a visit with a special guest!

Costumes encouraged, but not required.

STEAM CLUB

Dec. 19, Jan. 16 & Feb. 6 • 4:00 PM Children’s Programming Room Learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math with fun, hands-on activities! Geared for tweens.

All ability levels welcome!

TWEENS WRITE!

Dec. 28 • 4:00 PM Children’s Programming Room Calling all tweens! Get ready to flex your writing muscles with some creative writing challenges, and share your latest work with your peers for feedback.

BUSY BUILDERS

Jan. 26 & Feb. 23 • 10:15 AM Children’s Programming Room Pre-schoolers can show off their building skills with all the different types of blocks that are available. Play, create, and have fun!

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Jan. 30 & Feb. 27 • 4:00 PM Children’s Programming Room Do you think you have what it takes for your hexbug to win the race? Join us and find out! Geared for tweens.

Supplies provided.

TEEN Programs for grades 6-12

EDGE TEEN CENTER

Mondays–Fridays, Dec. 1–19, Jan. 4–12, Jan. 16–Feb. 15 & Feb. 20–29 • 3:00 PM Community Room A/B MidPointe is proud to partner with EDGE Teen Center to provide after-school programming for teens. Find program details here: https://edgeteencenter. com/west/enroll-west. Registration is required through EDGE. Contact EDGE for more details.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD

Dec. 5 & Feb. 6 • 3:30 PM Community Room A/B Do you have ideas for how to make the Library a better place for teens? Join our Teen Advisory Board to give advice, share ideas and brainstorm together about what teens are interested in.

GAME ON

Dec. 6 & Feb. 27 • 6:00 PM Jan. 13 • 2:30 PM Community Room A/B Come enjoy a variety of games with VR headsets, a Nintendo Switch, board games, and more.

D.I.Y WORKSHOP

Dec. 19 • 3:30 PM: Snowman Slime Jan. 16 • 3:30 PM: Snowflake String Art Feb. 20 • 3:30 PM N ailed It or Failed It Cookie Decorating Community Room A/B Teens are invited to tap into their inner artist with arts, crafts and other creative projects. Supplies will be provided.

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FRIENDS, FOOD & FUN FOR SENIORS

Fridays, Dec. 1–Feb. 23 • 10:00 AM Community Room A/B Every Friday, those ages 60 and up can enjoy a free lunch and activities, plus time to connect and socialize.

Registration is required by 8:00 AM Wednesday each week and is available by calling 513.424.1251 or via MidPointe’s online calendar.

BOOK CHAT

Dec. 4 & Feb. 5 • 1:00 PM Board Room Join us for an informal discussion about whatever book you are reading. All genres are welcome to read and discuss.

Bring your books, your love of reading and meet new friends and authors!

HOLIDAY RECIPE CLUB

Dec. 5 • 6:30 PM Community Room A/B Choose a holiday recipe from a cookbook at home or borrow a cookbook from the Library to cook at home. Please bring your dish and recipe to share at the Library for a holiday recipe swap.

YOGA

Thursdays, Dec. 7–Feb. 29 • 6:30 PM Saturdays, Jan. 6–Feb. 17 • 10:30 AM Community Room A/B Join our yoga instructor for this free drop-in class. Beginners are welcome!

Please bring your own yoga mat and towel. Ages 16 and up.

BOOK CLUB

Dec. 12 • 6:30 PM: R ead and share your favorite holiday book!

Jan. 9 • 6:30 PM: T he Night She Disappeared

by Lisa Jewell Feb. 13 • 6:30 PM: J ust the Nicest Couple

by Mary Kubica Community Room A/B Join us for a lively discussion every month. We read books of all genres and vote on each month’s title. Please read the book before the meeting.

TWISTY TANGLES

Dec. 13, Jan. 10 & Feb. 14 • 1:00 PM Community Room A/B Looking to de-stress? Join us for a meditative practice that involves drawing patterns. We’ll teach you the basics and present new patterns each session.

MIDPOINTE ARTISANS

Jan. 8 • 6:00 PM Community Room A/B Learn to create a foil embossed piece and to use basic color theory. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.

WEST CHESTER

ADULT

HEXBUG CHALLENGE

CRAFTERNOON

Jan. 23 • 11:30 AM: Quilling Shadow Box Feb. 27 • 11:30 AM: Sewn Hand Warmers Community Room A/B Join us each month for a different makeand-take craft project. Supplies will be provided.

LIVE THE DREAM: BLACK HISTORY MONTH LECTURE - DEVOTION: FRIENDSHIP & COMRADESHIP FORMED ACROSS RACE Feb. 26 • 6:30 PM Community Room A/B Join us for a presentation by Eric Guttag about Navy pilots Jesse Brown and Tom Hudner.

COMMUNITY EVENTS COME SAIL THE OCEANS BLUE WITH THE WEST CHESTER SYMPHONY

Feb. 24 • 12:30–4:00 PM Community Room A/B & C Join us at the Library for a fun interactive program with the West Chester Symphony. Enjoy performances from the Symphony, time to create your own instrument and a chance to learn from the musicians.

We try to accommodate as many visitors as possible at our programs, but please understand that space is limited. Programs without registration are first come, first served.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

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LIBRARY ON WHEELS UPCOMING EVENTS PUBLIC BOOKMOBILE STOP – VILLAGE OF SEVEN MILE AT THE PLAZA

Fridays, Dec. 15, Jan. 19 & Feb. 16 · 4:00–7:00 PM The Bookmobile will be making a monthly stop to the Village of Seven Mile. You can find the Bookmobile in the Plaza every third Friday of the month.

You can catch the Library on Wheels staff throughout the area at festivals, parades, community events and more!

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WINTER 2023/24

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

INNOVATION POINTE Located inside MidPointe Library West Chester

TEEN/ADULT LASER CUT BOOK NOOK CRAFT

Dec. 7, Jan. 4, Feb. 13 & 29 • 6:30 PM Attendees will get an instructional demo on Innovation Pointe’s laser cutter and get to assemble their own winter themed book nook to take home.

SUBLIMATION MUG CRAFT

Dec. 11, Jan. 8, & Feb. 5 • 6:30 PM Attendees will get an instructional demo on Innovation Pointe’s sublimation printer and will get to assemble their own holiday themed mug to take home.

ORIGAMI & STICKER CRAFT

Dec. 19, Jan. 16, & Feb. 1 • 6:30 PM Attendees will get an instructional demo on Innovation Pointe’s vinyl printer and will learn how to make origami figures and decorate them with themed stickers.

SPACE ESCAPE ROOM

Dec. 27, Jan. 24, & Feb. 21 • 6:30 PM Break into our space themed escape room! Enjoy the escape activity before learning the process of using the Innovation Pointe laser cutter to design and create pieces for your own activities and projects.

All Innovation Pointe programs and use of makerspace machines are appointment based. Please be sure to register by calling 513.424.1251 or via MidPointe’s online calendar.

Get started today!

Innovation Pointe, located in MidPointe Library West Chester, is a public makerspace filled with the tools and technology to help you create, make, and innovate!

INNOVATION POINTE FEATURES: • 3-D printers • a laser cutter a large format vinyl printer • a dye-sub printer film/video conversion equipment and more

DO IT YOURSELF

LET US HELP

CHOOSE YOUR OWN

Scan the QR code to book an appointment

Scan the QR code to submit your 3-D printed or vinyl project

Scan the QR code to order a monthly featured 3-D print

Schedule an appointment with a staff member.

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Upload your files and our staff will complete your project.

Complete the order form to make your own print in any color.

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TRENTON 200 Edgewood Drive • Trenton, OH 45067

YOUTH FAMILY STORYTIME

Thursdays, Dec. 7 & Jan. 4–Feb. 29 • 10:15 AM Community Room Children and their grown ups are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.

PRE-SCHOOL DISCOVERY DAYS

Thursdays, Dec. 7 & Jan. 4–Feb. 29 • 11:15 AM Community Room Little ones, ages 3-5, will practice their kindergarten readiness and early literacy skills through stories, rhymes, and hands-on activities!

ALPHABET ADVENTURES

Dec. 12, Jan. 9 & Feb. 13 • 10:15 AM Community Room Explorers, ages 3-5, will investigate a different letter each month with stories and hands-on activities.

PARACHUTE PLAYTIME

Dec. 14 • 10:30 AM Community Room Pre-schoolers and their grownups can sing, dance, and move with instruments, scarves, and of course, the parachute.

KIDS D.I.Y.

Dec. 14, Jan. 4 & Feb. 8 • 4:00 PM Community Room Tweens are invited to get crafty with us with a fun project!

MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS

Dec. 15 • 10:30 AM Community Room Join Santa for storytime and pictures!

Come learn how the reindeer fly, Rudolph got his red nose, Santa gets up and down the chimney, and how he is able to get around the world in just one night.

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MARIO KART 8 TOURNAMENT

Dec. 27 • 4:00 PM Community Room Race to the library for Nintendo Switch action! Trophies will be awarded to the top 3 finishers. In-person sign up starts 15 minutes before program.

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT

Jan. 2 & Feb. 6 • 10:15 AM Community Room Join us for some lively tunes as we practice our coordination and rhythm!

Everyone dances and sings in this active 30-minute program. Geared for ages 2-5 years.

SENSORY STORYTIME

Jan. 5 & Feb. 2 • 11:30 AM Community Room Join us for an adaptive storytime with music, movement, and interactive fun, designed for children with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities. Open to kids of all abilities.

FROZEN PARTY

Jan. 6 • 11:00 AM–1:00 PM Community Room Do you want to build a snowman? We can’t promise snow, but we can promise a fun time and a visit with a special guest! Costumes encouraged, but not required.

PRE-SCHOOL CRAFT CLUB

Jan. 16 & Feb. 20 • 10:15 AM Community Room Let’s make some art together! Children, ages 3-5, will practice using basic craft tools and they can take home their work after each session.

IMAGINATION TIME

Jan. 23 & Feb. 27 • 10:15 AM Community Room Pre-schoolers will enjoy dramatic play, early literacy games and more!

SENSORY EXPLORATION STATIONS Jan. 19 & Feb. 16 • 11:30 AM Community Room Join us for self-directed play with different textures. All ability levels are welcome at this sensory-friendly program.

PRE-SCHOOL LEARNING STATIONS Jan. 30 • 10:15 AM Community Room Pre-schoolers can explore several early literacy activities at a variety of stations.

HEXBUG CHALLENGE

Jan. 31 & Feb. 22 • 4:00 PM Community Room Do you think you have what it takes for your hexbug to win the race? Join us and find out! Geared for tweens. Supplies provided.

CARNIVAL!

Feb. 3 • 10:00 AM Community Room It’s National Take Your Child to the Library Day and that means it’s time for Big Fun under the Big Top! Games!

Crafts! Prizes! Surprises! You won’t want to miss this!

OREO COOKIE TASTE TEST

Feb. 16 • 3:30 PM Community Room Get ready to experience milk’s favorite cookie like you never have before!

Sample a variety of Oreo flavors and try to guess which is which in this delicious taste test.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

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WALK>15 FITNESS

GAME ON

Dec. 2 & Feb. 3 • 2:30 PM Jan. 24 • 4:00 PM Community Room Come enjoy a variety of games with VR headsets, a Nintendo Switch, board games, and more.

ANIME AND MANGA CLUB

LUNCH & LEISURE FOR SENIORS

Wednesdays, Dec. 6–Feb. 28 • 10:00 AM Community Room Every Wednesday, those ages 60 and up can enjoy a free lunch and activities, plus time to connect and socialize.

Registration is required by 8:00 AM Monday each week and is available by calling 513.424.1251 or via MidPointe’s online calendar.

Dec. 13 • 4:15 PM Jan. 3 & Feb. 7 • 4:00 PM Community Room Are you a fan of anime and manga?

Come geek out about what you’re reading and watching!

D.I.Y WORKSHOP

Dec. 20 • 4:00 PM: Snowman Slime Jan. 17 • 4:00 PM: Snowflake String Art Feb. 21 • 4:00 PM: N ailed It or Failed It Cookie Decorating Community Room Teens are invited to tap into their inner artist with arts, crafts and other creative projects. Supplies will be provided.

OREO COOKIE TASTE TEST

Tuesdays, Dec. 12–Feb. 27 • 5:30 PM Community Room Walk yourself healthy! Join our certified Walk Leader for a 2-mile Leslie Sansone Walk>15 Fitness class. Please bring water and wear shoes suitable for a fitness class. Ages 16 and up.

Feb. 16 • 3:30 PM Community Room Get ready to experience milk’s favorite cookie like you never have before!

Sample a variety of Oreo flavors and try to guess which is which in this delicious taste test.

YOGA

Wednesdays, Dec. 6, 20–Feb. 28 • 2:00 PM Community Room Join our yoga instructor for this free drop-in class. Beginners are welcome!

Please bring your own yoga mat and towel. Ages 16 and up.

CRAFTERNOON

Jan. 13 • 10:30 AM: Quilling Shadow Box Feb. 10 • 10:30 AM: Sewn Hand Warmers Community Room Join us each month for a different makeand-take craft project. Supplies will be provided.

COMMUNITY EVENTS PREMIER HEALTH MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY COACH

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Dec. 16 • 10:00 AM Trenton Parking Lot If you haven’t had your mammogram in the last 12 months, here’s your chance.

Images are reviewed by board-certified radiologists from Atrium Medical Center.

Please call (855) 887-7364 to schedule an appointment.

FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS

BY PREMIER HEALTH

Dec. 16, Jan. 22 & Feb. 17 • 10:30 AM Community Room MidPointe will host Atrium Medical Center and Premier Community Health to offer free drop-in health screenings (blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol and hemoglobin A1C), education, influenza vaccinations and more.

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Dec. 18 & Feb. 19 • 3:00 PM Trenton Parking Lot Save a life, give blood on the Solvita mobile coach. Appointments are encouraged. Visit www.donortime. com or call (937) 461-3220 for an appointment. Use Sponsor ID #392.

MIDPOINTE ARTISANS

Jan. 27 • 10:30 AM Community Room Learn to create a foil embossed piece and to use basic color theory. Ages 18 and up, at all skill levels.

We try to accommodate as many visitors as possible at our programs, but please understand that space is limited. Programs without registration are first come, first served.

Looking for drop-in play times?

Check the online calendar for Social Play and Shakespurr’s Sensory Space!

MIDPOINTELIBRARY.ORG

Scan the QR code for dates and times

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

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