2026 Spring Quarterly Publication

Start with us!

MAR • APR • MAY 2026

Melodies in Motion

Where stories meet music & movement.

Scan the QR Code to learn more!

In partnership with Canton Ballet & Canton Symphony Orchestra

Terry Virts March 19 Derek Hough April 23

11TH SEASON

StarkLibrary.org/SpeakingOfBooks

WELCOME

A NOTE FROM OUR CEO Spring is here at Stark Library, and we are excited to bring in the new season with you! This cycle, we are looking forward to celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Month and extending Disability Awareness in our community. We are excited to launch our NEW Accessibility webpage at StarkLibrary.org/Accessibility and invite you to explore our location offerings − including large print books, accessible bathrooms and more! I’m also looking forward to checking out books on gardening this season…..what books will you be checking out from us this Spring?

Mary Ellen Icaza CEO & Executive Director

Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Month in May!

Learn more at StarkLibrary.org/AAPI

DISCOVER WHAT’S HERE FOR YOU...

Rooms to Study and Meet When you need a place of your own, whether it’s for a few friends or a large community group, we’ve got you covered! Not only do we have comfortable spaces you can arrange to fit your needs, we also have technology to take things to the next level. All you need to reserve a space is your free Stark Library card!

Scan the QR Code to learn more about our meeting and study rooms!

ANNOUNCING OUR NEW ACCESSIBILITY WEBPAGE We are committed to ensuring all Stark Library patrons have comfortable use of each of our 10 locations and approachable access to technology and electronic resources. Check out our new webpage with accessibility information for each location, plus additional resources!

Check it out at StarkLibrary.org/Accessibility 26th Annual Poetry Contest April is National Poetry Month

Submit your original poem and take part in our 26th annual Poetry Contest. Adults and youth in grades 2-12 can submit entries online or in person at any Stark Library location until April 11.

Need inspiration?

Scan the QR Code to check out our curated Poetry Staff Picks list.

SPRING 2 S P2026 RING

2026

IN OUR COMMUNITY Backpack for Kids: In partnership with Stark County Hunger Task Force

Pick up a Backpack for Kids packed with meals for your child between the ages of 3 and 17.

Every Tuesday at Main Library and Madge Youtz Branch Every Thursday at DeHoff Memorial Branch 2

OUR COLLECTION

Collection development at Stark Library is missiondriven and curates materials to ensure we can offer formats that are accessible to people of all ages and abilities, including representing a wide range of individual perspectives.

Our dedicated staff is always looking for new and exciting accessibility options to support our community!

Existing options include braille materials, large print materials, audio and talking books, subtitles in film, and digital materials that include compatibility with screen readers and customization of visual settings and fonts.

NEW! To Our Collection

Assistive Technology Packs (2 different options available) The Time Management pack allows users to explore things like a Watch Minder and Magnetic Checklists as options to help manage time. With the Reading Kit pack, compare the LeapFrog System against a CPen which can help foster a love of reading. Both packs were made possible by the generosity of Stark County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Packs are available for ages 14-22, in-library use (only) at our East Canton, Lake, and Plain Branches, and at our Main Library.

FEATURED RESOURCES LinkedIn Learning

Reach your personal and professional goals with FREE online courses taught by experts in business, tech, design, and more.

CultureGrams

Get trusted cultural insights on countries around the world, created and reviewed by local experts.

Gale Legal Forms

Find and customize forms online, access sample letters, get answers to common legal questions, and locate attorney listings.

Scan the QR Code to discover resources anytime, anyplace!

Celebrate National Library Week: April 19-25, 2026

EXPLORE AMERICA 250 From fun diverse activities to historical programs that explore our community’s place in our nation’s story, there’s something for everyone.

Discover more about yourself and about America with our FREE resources such as our Family and Local History Department. Join us as we honor the journey that brought us here and look ahead to the next chapter.

Explore all of our America 250 events, resources and more - today at

StarkLibrary.org/America250 Scan the QR Code to explore our nation’s past with our America 250 Staff Pick List.

FAMILY & LOCAL HISTORY Local History Genealogy Fair Massillon Museum-Gessner Hall April 25 | 11:00am−3:00pm

Join us for this free event celebrating Stark County’s rich heritage. With over 20 local historical sites, museums, libraries, and genealogy societies, there’s something for everyone!

Scan the QR Code to learn more about this year’s Local History Genealogy Fair!

STARKLIBRARY.ORG

3

LOCATIONS & HOURS Wherever you are in Stark County, there’s a Library nearby ready to welcome you. Check out our locations and hours to plan your next visit.

Jackson Community

DeHoff Memorial

Lake Community

East Canton

Main Library

Madge Youtz

Mon−Thu ...... 9:00am−8:00pm

Plain Community

7487 Fulton Dr. NW, Massillon (330) 833-1010 565 Market Ave., SW, Uniontown (330) 877-9975 1020 Market Ave. N, Canton (330) 452-0665 Fri−Sat .......... 9:00am−5:00pm Sun ............................... Closed

216 Hartford Ave. SE, Canton (330) 452-9014 224 N Wood St., East Canton (330) 488-1501 2921 Mahoning Rd. NE, Canton (330) 452-2618 1803 Schneider St. NE, Canton (330) 494-3399

Southgate North

189 25th St NW, Canton (330) 456-4356

3025 Cleveland Ave. SW, Canton (330) 484-6814 Mon–Tue ...... 9:00am–8:00pm Wed–Thu ...... 9:00am–6:00pm

Perry Sippo

5710 12th St. NW, Canton (330) 477-8482

Fri–Sat .......... 9:00am–5:00pm Sun .............................. Closed

Mon−Thu ...... 9:00am−8:00pm Fri−Sat .......... 9:00am−5:00pm Sun ................ 1:00pm-5:00pm (Open Sundays at North and Perry Sippo Branches through May 3)

Upcoming Systemwide Closures: Sunday, April 5, 2026 Monday, May 25, 2026

Explore our locations StarkLibrary.org/Locations

IN OUR COMMUNITY

MOBILE SERVICES

Community Seed Bank

Bringing Stark Library to You

Main Library 1020 Market Ave. N, Canton Opens March 1 | During Library Hours Get growing with FREE seeds from the Library! Choose from a variety of vegetable and flower seeds.

Seeds are free and provided through a partnership with Ohio State University Extension Stark County Master Gardeners.

STARK LIBRARY

Share why you love Stark Library

Use #ILoveStarkLibrary and follow us on social media @StarkLibrary

Our fleet of Bookmobiles hit the road almost daily, reaching kids in daycares and schools, adults in nursing facilities, people who live in remote areas, and more, bringing Stark Library to you!

Did you know?

In 2025, our Bookmobiles visited nearly 70 schools throughout Stark County!

Scan the QR Code to see the full Bookmobile schedule!

Start with us!. . . S T A R K L I B R A R Y . O R G