Stark Scene Winter/Spring 2011

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Main Library Bookmobile DeHoff Memorial East Canton Jackson Township Lake Community Madge Youtz North Perry Sippo Plain Community Sandy Valley

Winter/Spring 2011 • News • Programs • Events

Locations and Hours Scheduled Closings January – May 2011 Friday, December 31 Saturday, January 1 New Years Hours Monday, January 17 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Sunday, April 24 Easter Sunday Sunday, May 8 Mother's Day Sunday, May 29 Closed on Sundays Monday, May 30 Memorial Day

Main Library

715 Market Avenue N Canton, OH 44702 330.452.0665 Manager: Karen E. Miller Children’s....................330.458.2641 Genealogy...................330.458.2765 Mayor's Literacy.........330.458.2633 Reference...................330.458.2754 Technology Center.....330.458.2740 Teens...........................330.458.2650 Hours

MON–THU.........10:00 am–8:00 pm FRI......................10:00 am–6:00 pm SAT..................... 10:00 am–5:00 pm SUN (Sep–May)......... 1:00–5:00 pm

DeHoff Memorial Branch

216 Hartford Avenue SE Canton, OH 44707 330.452.9014 Manager: Linda Bennett MON–FRI..........10:00 am–6:00 pm SAT..................... 10:00 am–5:00 pm

East Canton Branch

224 N Wood Street East Canton, OH 44730 330.488.1501 Manager: Linda Bennett MON–FRI..........10:00 am–6:00 pm SAT..................... 10:00 am–5:00 pm

Library Card Services Library Cards

SCDL offers everyone the opportunity to have a free library card. Your library card will provide you with access to all library materials, computers, and online services. Each library card holder is responsible for: • All materials borrowed • Not allowing others to use their card • Charges for late, damaged, or lost materials • Reporting a lost or stolen card • Cost of replacing lost or damaged card ($1)

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/legal guardian’s name • Identification (school ID is preferred) Patrons under age 16 must: • Provide a completed card application • Provide a parent/legal guardian’s signature Educators may obtain a library card for educational purposes. Please re-

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view the Teacher Loan Procedures brochure for educator privileges.

Corporate/Organization library cards are available upon request.

Fines

SCDL does not charge to check out library materials. Due date receipts are given at every checkout. However, if items are not returned or renewed by the due date, overdue fines will accrue.

The fine for all materials, unless specifically noted, is 10¢/day/item. Fines for videos, DVDs, CD–ROMs, SearchOhio, and ILL material are 50¢/day/item.

Patrons may not check out or renew items if fines, fees, or overdue materials exceed $5.00.

All SCDL locations accept cash, personal checks, or Visa/MasterCard.

Restrictions may apply.

Loan Periods and Limits

Books, puppets Books on tape/CD Music tapes/CDs CD–ROMs/Software Magazines/Comics Videos/DVDs

14 days 14 days 14 days 14 days 7 days 7 days

No limit No limit 20* No limit No limit 10*

*Limits include any combination of Adult, Young Adult, and Juvenile materials.

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Jackson Township Branch 7487 Fulton Drive NW Massillon, OH 44646 330.833.1010 Manager: Deborah Lanam MON–THU.........10:00 am–8:00 pm FRI......................10:00 am–6:00 pm SAT..................... 10:00 am–5:00 pm

Lake Community Branch

Perry Sippo Branch

5710 12th Street NW Canton, OH 44708 330.477.8482 Manager: Lisa Szeles MON–THU.........10:00 am–8:00 pm FRI......................10:00 am–6:00 pm SAT..................... 10:00 am–5:00 pm SUN (Sep–May)......... 1:00–5:00 pm

11955 Market Avenue N Uniontown, OH 44685 330.877.9975 Manager: Jennifer Welsh MON–THU.........10:00 am–8:00 pm FRI......................10:00 am–6:00 pm SAT..................... 10:00 am–5:00 pm

Plain Community Branch

Madge Youtz Branch

Sandy Valley Branch

2921 Mahoning Road NE Canton, OH 44705 330.452.2618 Manager: Megan Johnson MON–FRI..........10:00 am–6:00 pm SAT..................... 10:00 am–5:00 pm

North Branch

1803 Schneider Street NE Canton, OH 44721 330.494.3399 Manager: Kendel Croston MON–THU............7:30 am–8:00 pm FRI.........................7:30 am–6:00 pm SAT..................... 10:00 am–5:00 pm 9754 Cleveland Avenue SE Magnolia, OH 44643 330.866.3366 Manager: Gretchen Holland MON and TUE......10:00 am–8:00 pm WED–FRI...........10:00 am–6:00 pm SAT..................... 10:00 am–5:00 pm

189 25th Street NW Canton, OH 44709 330.456.4356 Manager: Robyn Guedel MON–THU.........10:00 am–8:00 pm FRI......................10:00 am–6:00 pm SAT..................... 10:00 am–5:00 pm

Bookmobile Services

Email Notification

Reserve Library Material

By providing your email address you will receive the following emails: Courtesy Notices, 1st Overdue Notices, and Hold Notices.

Your information will be used for official library use only. The library does not sell nor give its list of account holders or email addresses to other organizations or groups.

Internet Access

All Stark County District Library locations provide free Internet access to All Ages.

Printing costs may apply. 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 Branches provide computers with Internet access and word processing. Main Library has a Technology Center with over 20 computers with Internet access and word processing.

Renewals

You may renew by telephone, online at www.starklibrary.org, or at any SCDL location. Some library materials may not be renewable if reserved by another patron, Book Express, or if renewal exceeds the maximum number of renewals (5) permitted.

715 Market Avenue N Canton, OH 44702 Manager: Tammy Long BOOKMOBILE........... 330.458.2824 KIDMOBILE............... 330.458.2822 OUTREACH................ 330.458.2827

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 or phone, and at which SCDL location you wish to pick up your hold.

Returns

All SCDL materials may be returned to any Stark County District Library.

Interlibrary Loan

ILL is a free service to borrow library materials from other libraries outside the Stark County District Library system.

SearchOHIO

SearchOhio makes public library items available to the communities served by the libraries of Akron–Summit County, Cuyahoga County, Cuyahoga Falls, Greene County, Kent Free, Louisville Public, Massillon Public, Mentor Public, Portage County, Reed Memorial, Rodman Public, Stark County District Library, Toledo, Wadsworth, Warren– Trumbull, Westerville, and Youngstown.

The SearchOhio portal allows direct, online requesting for residents of Ohio and delivery of books and other library media within a matter of days.

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Director’s Message

L

ewis Carroll, author of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, noted that “If you don’t know where you are going, any road will get you there.” For nearly a year SCDL has been determining where the library is going so we can continue on the right road in serving our community. Last fall the library completed the planning phase of SCDL’s third Strategic Plan. This time around the library has based its planning on the Public Library Association’s model. Six roles were identified as being priorities around which to build library services and devote resources. They were: Satisfy Curiosity, Connect to the Online World, Literacy Across the Lifespan, Express Creativity and Stimulate Imagination, Make Career Choices, Visit a Comfortable Place: Physical and Virtual Kent Oliver Spaces.

Executive Director, These roles provide a framework to address such critical topics Stark County District Library as important job training programs, literacy programming and expand our reach in the area of technology and social networking. While public libraries are sometimes seen as being all things to all people, our planning will help us focus our resources which are scarcer and more limited than ever. We believe this type of disciplined focus will continue to help us meet the needs of Stark County and allow SCDL to continue to be an award winning library. Our world is always changing and SCDL is evolving with it, remaining essential and relevant in your lives.

We’re on a mission.

We need to expand and renovate the Jackson Township Branch Library.

Find out more about the project and learn how you can help. Visit us online at:

www.StarkLibrary.org /Jackson-Branch-Capital-Campaign

Library and Mayor’s Literacy Commission Forge Partnership The Stark County District Library and the Mayor’s Literacy Commission (MLC) have formed a partnership to better serve the literacy needs of the citizens of Stark County.

Following months of discussion with the MLC Board of Directors, along with a review of the MLC Strategic Planning process, the library and the MLC have entered into a formalized relationship to “advance literacy for an improved quality of life.”

Diane Stroud, literacy and events coordinator for the library, has been named to act as liaison to the commission. The MLC will retain its separate 501(c) (3) status, and will continue to operate under the auspices of a volunteer board.

“The MLC has worked productively with the library for years. It is wonderful to now have that partnership made even more intentional with this new arrangement,” said Dr. Patricia Long, chair of the MLC. The MLC continues to be housed at the Stark County District Library’s Main Library, 715 Market Ave N, Canton, with volunteer offices and support of GED and adult literacy training.

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Stark Scene Contents

Winter/Spring 2011, Issue no. 25

Youth Poetry Contest................7 News Director's Message............................. 3 Friends of the Library.......................... 4 Library Card Services.......................... 2 Locations and Hours........................... 2

Featured Events Black History Celebration................... 5 Bullying Prevention Series.................. 5 Computer Classes............................... 8 Health Fair............................................ 5 Jackson Capital Fund Campaign....... 3 Job and Business Skills...................... 9 Job Workshops and Fair..................... 9 Leadership Stark County..................19 Library Foundation............................19 Listen @ the Library.......................... 14 Little Theatre Troupe Script Writing Contest.......................18 Pups and Pages.................................15 Teen Tech Week Teen 'Toons and Contest............... 6

Events and Programs Main Library....................................... 10 Bookmobile........................................ 11 DeHoff Memorial Branch................. 11 East Canton Branch..........................12 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 in person.

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Friends Of the Library

715 Market Avenue N, Canton, Ohio 44702 • 330.458.2630 • www.scdlmainfol.org

FOL ANNUAL MEETING The Friends of the Library Annual Meeting will be Saturday, January 22, 2011 at 10:30 am. It will be strictly a business meeting to elect new members to the Board hear various committee reports and discuss current projects.

GIFT SHOP Visit our new location at the Main Library. Great gifts ideas, snacks, local postcards, and books - of course.

Friends Perks Schedule February 21 at 10:30 am Chris Kenney - What’s Happening at the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum. Coffee at 10:00 am.

March 17 at 7:00 pm Jim Knight - Identity Theft Evening. Refreshments to follow.

April 11 at 10:30 am Al Meyer - Historic Homes in Plain Township and Stark County.

Coffee at 10:00 am.

Used Book Sale Dates Saturdays • 10:00 am–4:00 pm

Located at Main Library in the FOL Garage and McKinley Room

January 8 February 5* BAG DAY March 5* April 2* May 7 *No McKinley Room Sale

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Photo Gallery (clockwise): PERKS John Kiste portrayed Edgar Allan Poe and recited his poetry at our November Perk.

BUS TRIP TO SEE JEANNETTE WALLS Fifty–two people went on our bus trip to the Ohio Theater to hear Jeannette Walls.

FOL VOLUNTEER LUNCHEON Volunteers John Schuster and Jim Barnett enjoying the luncheon. The FOL Volunteer Luncheon Committee, Linda Ganser, Bonnie Popa and Ginny Soldatis preparing to honor volunteers.

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Building on a Legacy Stark County District Library

Celebrating Black History Month 2011

@ DeHoff Memorial Branch

Celebrating Black Artists Workshop, Two Part Series Tuesday, February 1 and 8 • 3-5 pm • Grades 1-12 @ Madge Youtz Branch

Celebrating Black Artists Workshop, Two Part Series Wednesday, February 2 and 9 • 3-5 pm • Grades 1-12 @DeHoff Memorial Branch

Building on a Legacy: Young Artists Open House Tuesday, February 15 • 3-5 pm • Family/All Ages @ Madge Youtz Branch

Building on a Legacy: Young Artists Open House Wednesday, February 16 • 3-5 pm • Family/All Ages @ Main Library

Building on a Legacy: Celebrating Black History Month 2011 Main Event Saturday, February 26 • Noon-3 pm • Family/All Ages

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Bullying Prevention Series

Bullying affects the well being of all students. The American Justice Department says that each month 1 in 4 kids will be bullied by another youth. What can we do as a community, parents, educators, and students? Take part in this important series for ways to make a difference. Programs will be held at the Main Library.

Cyber Bullying

Thursday, February 24 • 6:00 pm

All Ages: Find out what cyber bullying is, how it works, and how to deal with it.

Let's Talk about Bullying

Saturday, March 19 • 1:00–3:00 pm

Teens and Adults: How can adults help teens deal with bullying? How can teens step up and make a difference.

Join motivational speaker Lester Sanders to discuss this important topic.

Saturday, April 9 10 am-2 pm Main Library

Panel Discussion on Bullying Saturday, April 16 • 1:00–3:00 pm

All Ages: Panel discussion with lawmakers, law enforcement, youth advocates, students, and educators.

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All ages welcome!

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Teen Tech Week Contest Mar 7–11

Submit your digital entry by Feb. 28, 2011.

Grades 5–12: Do you have a toon–tastically terrific tale? Create your own digital comic to enter in our Teen Tech Week contest.

Complete contest rules and entry forms are available online at www.starklibrary.org/teen-tech-week or at your library location. You could win an excellent prize!

Teen 'Toons

Grades 5–12: Learn how to use the new Comic Life software to create a comic strip using your personal photos or artwork. This class will help you get ready to compete in the Teen Tech Week contest, Teens 'Toon in 2 Technology. Submit your digital entry

by February 28, 2011.

Thursday, Jan 13 • 4:00–5:00 pm @ MADGE YOUTZ branch Thursday, Jan 20 • 6:30–7:30 pm @ JACKSON township BRANCH Thursday, Feb 3 • 3:00–4:00 pm @ sANDY VALLEy branch Tuesday, Feb 8 •4:00–5:00 pm @ East canton branch Thursday, Feb 10 • 2:30–3:30 pm @ LAKE community BRANCH Tuesday, Feb 15 • 3:30–5:00 pm @ Main Library Tuesday, Feb 22 • 2:30–3:30 pm @ PLAIN community BRANCH Saturday, Feb 26• 2:30–3:30 pm @ NORTH BRANCH Monday, Feb 28 • 6:00–7:30 pm @ PERRY SIPPO BRANCH

Teen's Corner Computer classes What's FAFSA? Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Learn the ins and outs of filling out the FAFSA forms electronically.

Thursday, Jan 27 • 6:00–7:30 pm PERRY SIPPO BRANCH Saturday, Feb 5 • 11:00 am–12:30 pm SANDY VALLEY BRANCH

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How Are You Paying for College?

Find out how to locate and research scholarships online. Parents are invited to attend. Laptops will be provided or bring your own. Class size is limited so register early.

Saturday, Feb 19 • 11:00 am–12:30 pm Sandy Valley Branch

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Annual Youth Poetry Contest Apr 1–30 • Library Hours All Library Locations Grades 2–12: Students may submit one original poem for the contest.* Entries will be compiled in a booklet, available at the Poetry Café.

Poetry Café

Thursday, May 19 • 6:00 pm Main Library All Ages: Students who enter the Poetry Contest are welcome to attend and read their poem. Parents, teachers, and poetry lovers are welcome. *Entry forms and rules are available online at

www.StarkLibrary.org/YouthPoetryContest. www.StarkLibrary.org

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Computer and Technology Classes

The Stark County District Library offers free computer and technology classes for All Ages. Seating is limited. For more information or to register by phone, call Dee Rondinella at 330.458.3150, email: trainer@starklibrary.org, or online through the Events Calendar.

Senior Surfers

Computer classes for Adults 55+

Basic Skills: Keyboard

Basic keyboard functions including Enter, Space bar, Tab; arrow keys, delete, backspace; Help.

Monday, Jan 10 • 10:00–11:30 am MAIN LIBRARY Monday, Mar 14 • 10:00–11:30 am MAIN LIBRARY

Basic Skills: Mouse

Learn about the different styles of a mouse; maintenance; learn the right and left click and to scroll on a page.

Monday, Jan 3 • 10:00–11:30 am MAIN LIBRARY Monday, Mar 7 • 10:00–11:30 am MAIN LIBRARY

Basic Skills: Windows

Learn about the desktop; launch from the Start menu or the desktop; open, save, and close computer programs; learn the Tabs, Ribbons and Print.

Monday, Jan 10 • 2:00–4:00 pm MAIN LIBRARY

Email: Creating an Account

Need an email account but don’t know how to set up an account? In this session, create an email account using Gmail.

(Prerequisite: Internet)

Monday, Jan 31 • 10:00 am–Noon MAIN LIBRARY

Internet Searching

While learning to search the Internet, learn the basics of the WWW; Internet providers and browsers; learn to use Back, Forward, scroll and change the text size on a web page.

Monday, Jan 24 • 10:00 am–Noon MAIN LIBRARY

How to

Register

for computer classes

 By phone: 330.458.3150

 By emailing:

trainer@starklibrary.org

online Events Calendar:  Via www.starklibrary.org

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Regular Classes

Excel III: Labels and Charts

Basic Skills: Mouse

(Prerequisite: Excel I & II)

Learn about the different styles of a mouse; maintenance; learn the right and left click and to scroll on a page.

Monday, May 2 • 10:00–11:30 am NORTH BRANCH

Basic Skills: Windows

Learn about the desktop; Start menu; open, save, and close computer programs; learn the Tabs, Ribbons and Print.

Monday, May 2 • 2:00–4:00 pm NORTH BRANCH

Basic Skills: Windows File Management

Learn to create shortcuts for files, folders or programs; organize your files; empty the recycle bin; adjust or mute speaker volume.

(Prerequisite: Basic Skills: Windows)

Wednesday, Jan 12 • 10:00 am–Noon MAIN LIBRARY

Computer Q & A

Jeff Kreger, SCDL’s Emerging Technology Specialist, will answer your computer questions.

Thursday, May 12 • 6:00–7:30 pm NORTH BRANCH

eReaders and Downloadables

Learn about eReaders and how to download eBooks using the Library's website.

Thursday, Feb 17 • 5:30–7:00 pm MAIN LIBRARY Thursday, Mar 24 • 6:00–7:00 pm PERRY SIPPO BRANCH Tuesday, Mar 29 • 6:00–7:30 pm LAKE community BRANCH Tuesday, Apr 19 • 5:30–7:00 pm SANDY VALLEY BRANCH

Excel I: Basics

Learn to open, close, and save a worksheet; Ribbons and Buttons; cut, copy and paste; learn basic cell formatting skills including Merge and Center, auto fill, and sum.

(Prerequisite: Mouse and Keyboard Skills)

Monday, Jan 31 • 2:00–4:00 pm MAIN LIBRARY Tuesday, Apr 5 • 2:00–4:00 pm PERRY SIPPO BRANCH Wednesday, Apr 20 • 10:00 am–Noon SANDY VALLEY BRANCH

Excel II: Formulas and More

Learn the components of a basic Excel formula (addition, subtraction, multiply, and divide); sorting order; Special Paste to link documents together. (Prerequisite: Excel I) Monday, Mar 28 • 2:00–4:00 pm MAIN LIBRARY Wednesday, Apr 6 • 2:00–4:00 pm PERRY SIPPO BRANCH

Create labels using mail merge; learn to create charts and graphs; subtotals and more.

Thursday, Apr 7 • 2:00–4:00 pm PERRY SIPPO BRANCH

Microsoft Office Live: Documents

Learn how to use this free online site for storing documents, spreadsheets, and more.

Wednesday, Mar 16 • 5:30–7:30 pm MAIN LIBRARY

Microsoft Office Live: Web Design

Learn how to build a web site using Microsoft Office Live a free online web host provider. You will need to create an account for this class.

(Prerequisite: Internet)

Tuesday, Feb 15 • 6:00–7:30 pm LAKE community BRANCH Tuesday, Mar 15 • 5:30–7:30 pm MAIN LIBRARY

PowerPoint

Learn to open, close, and save a PowerPoint Presentation; create a storyboard; learn to resize, move, and delete text boxes; additional menu options; show your presentation.

Wednesday, Apr 6 • 5:30–7:30 pm PERRY sippo BRANCH

Running an Open Source Operating System

Bryan Harris, IT Manager for SCDL, will demonstrate how to download and operate your computer using an open source operating system.

Tuesday, Mar 8 • 2:00–4:00 pm MAIN LIBRARY

Word I

Learn open, close, save, Ribbons and Buttons; cut, copy and paste; basic formatting.

(Prerequisite: Mouse and Keyboard Skills)

Monday, Jan 24 • 2:00–4:00 pm MAIN LIBRARY Tuesday, Apr 5 • 10:00 am–Noon PERRY SIPPO BRANCH Tuesday, Apr 19 • 2:00–4:00 pm SANDY VALLEY BRANCH

Word II: Formatting

Learn the basics of creating bullets; tabs; Headers and Footers; Columns and Tables; Hyperlinks; and some basic editing.

(Prerequisite: Word I)

Monday, Mar 14 • 2:00–4:00 pm MAIN LIBRARY Thursday, Apr 7 • 10:00 am–Noon PERRY sippo BRANCH

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Job and Business Skills Boost your career skills at the Library. The following classes are designed to give you the skills and knowledge to improve your employment goals.  = Register online or at each participating location.

Excel: I, II, III, IV

In this four part series, you will learn about the Ribbons and Buttons; Formatting and Formulas; finish with special features such as Charts, Subtotaling, Label Making, and Mail Merge.

Tuesdays • 5:30–7:30 pm Jan 11, 18, 25; Feb 1 MAIN LIBRARY Wednesdays • 5:30–7:30 pm May 4, 11, 18, 25 NORTH Branch

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6th annual

opportunities

JOB FAIR and WORKS HOP

Word: I, II, III, IV

In this four part series, learn the basic features of Word; Formatting text; Tables and Columns; Bullets; Document Styles and Mail Merge.

Tuesdays • 2:00–4:00 pm Jan 11, 18, 25; Feb 1 MAIN LIBRARY Wednesdays • 2:00–4:00 pm May 4, 11, 18, 25 NORTH BRANCH

Career Building: Strategies and Techniques

Learn about networking, job hunting, preparing resumes, and interviewing with help from Toastmasters of Canton. Register with Jackson Township Branch, 330.833.1010.

Mondays: Jan 31; Feb 7 • 6:30–8:00 pm •  Jackson Township Branch Saturday, Feb 12 • 11:00 am–3:00 pm •  Jackson Township Branch

Small Business Start–Up Essentials

Marcie Bragg from the Center for Entrepreneurial Success will present the basics of starting your own business, including the planning process, marketing methods, legal issues, resources, and more. Register with Reference Services, 330.458.2754.

Thursday, Feb 10 • 10:00–11:30 am •  Main Library

Employment Source

Amy Miller from the Employment Source will share tips on how to find employment.

Tuesday, Mar 22 • 11:00 am

ISTRICT LIBRARY

JOB WORKSHOP

Tuesday, Mar 22 • 10:00 am–Noon Main Library

Adults: Topics co vered in these se ssions include Job Search Resources, Finding Jobs Online, Interviewing Tips, Present Yourself fo r Success, and Resu me Readiness.  Participants plea se register with Re ference Services, 330.458.2754.

JOB FAIR

Thursday, Mar 24 • 10:00 am–1:00 pm Main Library

Adults: Join loca l companies with job opportunities.

Job Fair is sponsore d by the Stark Coun ty District Library, Stark County Dep artment of Job an d Family Services Key Bank, Senior Em , ployment Center, St ark Metro Housing Authority, and Tu rnaround Commun ity Outreach.  Businesses plea se register with Reference Services , 330.458.2754.

DeHoff memorial branch

Tuesday, Apr 12 • 6:00–7:30 pm •  Plain Community Branch

Resume Clinic

Learn how to create a successful resume. Register with Reference Services, 330.458.2754.

Thursday, Apr 14 • 11:00 am–Noon •  Main Library

Interview for Success

Get hot tips for a job–winning interview. Register with Reference Services, 330.458.2754.

Thursday, May 12 • 11:00 am–Noon •  Main library

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Main Library

715 Market Avenue N, Canton OH 44702 • 330.452.0665  = Registration requested. Please register online at www.starklibrary.org/eventscalendar or call your participating library.

S tory Times

Get your child ready to read with stories, songs, and fun.  Children's, 330.458.2641

Baby Story Time

Ages newborn–18 months w/ caregiver Tuesdays • 10:30 am •  Feb 1, 8, 15, 22; Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Toddler Story Time

Ages 18 months–3 years w/ caregiver Wednesdays • 10:30 am •  Feb 2, 9, 16, 23; Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Preschool Story Time

Ages 3–5 years Thursdays • 10:30 am •  Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Family Story Time

Family Tuesdays • 6:30 pm •  Feb 1, 8, 15, 22; Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Chess Club

Mondays• 5:30–7:30 pm Jan 3–May 23 (except Jan 17) All Ages: Play chess at your skill level. Beginners and experts welcome. Jim Rondinella, moderator.

Teen Readers Society

Tuesdays • 3:30–4:30 pm •  Jan 4; Feb 1; Mar 1; Apr 5, May 3 Teens: Read and discuss some of the top–rated books for teens. Get your own copy before they are available to the general public. Contact Teen Services to register and pick up your Advance Readers Copy, 330.458.2650.

SCDL International Short Film Series

Wednesdays • 6:30 pm Jan 5; Feb 2; Mar 2; Apr 6; May 4; Jun 1 Adults: Attention Film Fanatics! Watch award– winning short films from around the world and local filmmakers, too. Followed by an open discussion.

Teen Advisory Board

Tuesdays • 4:00–5:00 pm •  Jan 11; Feb 8; Mar 8; Apr 12; May 10 Teens: Make a difference in your library. Plan programs, volunteer, and more. Register with Teen Services, 330.458.2650.

Health Fair Job and Business Skills Listen @ the Library Pups and Pages Teen Tech Week Contest

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Jazz and All that Razzmatazz

Wednesday, Jan 12 • 6:00–7:15 pm •  Adults: Listen and learn about the different eras of Jazz with Robert Feldbush as the narrator, Jack Halkides on alto sax, Kevin DiSimone on piano, Neil Frey on bass, and Rich Moore on drums. Register with Reference Services, 330.458.2754.

No School Fun Days

Mondays or Fridays • 2:00–4:00 pm Family: No school today! Have fun with Children’s Services.

Jan 14.......Denim Craft Day: Make a cool craft out of old jeans. We provide the jeans.

Feb 21......Scavenger Hunt: There are clues throughout the library – can you uncover all of them?

Apr 22.......Happy Earth Day! Celebrate with a “green” craft.

T–3 Teen Tech Team

Tuesdays • 3:30–5:00 pm Jan 18; Mar 15; Apr 19 Teens: Explore new technology and applications.

Register with Teen Services, 330.458.2650 Jan 18......Gimp: Editing Graphics Mar 15.....HTML I: Create a Website Apr 19.......Making Music

Japanime’niacs

Wednesdays • 3:30–5:00 pm •  Jan 26; Feb 23; Mar 23; Apr 27 Teens: Get together with other Otaku and explore various aspects of Japanese culture. Register with Teen Services, 330.458.2650.

Knitting Club

Wednesdays • 6:30 pm •  Jan 26; Feb 2, 9 Grades 3–5: Learn how to knit and crochet. Make something cozy to keep you warm this winter! Register with Children’s Services, 330.458.2641.

Saturday Science

Saturdays • 10:30 am •  Feb 5; Mar 5; Apr 2 Grades K–5: Experiment with us! Register with Children’s Services, 330.458.2641.

Planning Your Garden: What Do You Do? Saturday, Mar 12 • 10:00 am–Noon •  Adults: What's the best way to lay out your garden to get the most out of the space, to make it produce the most, and be the most attractive? Presented by Barbara Huth of Dumont Seed Company. Seating is limited, register with Reference Services, 330.458.2754.

March Madness

Wednesday, Mar 16 • 6:30 pm •  Family: Let’s get ready to rumble! Come to the library to enjoy basketball games, crafts, and fun.

Register with Children’s Services, 330.458.2641.

Prank Your Parents

Wednesday, Mar 30 • 6:30 pm •  Grades K–5: Learn fun but harmless jokes to play on your parents on April Fools’ Day. Register with Children’s Services, 330.458.2641.

Proposal Writing Basics Introduction to Foundation Directory Online

Thursday, Mar 31 •  2:00–4:00 pm

Adults: What are the key components of a proposal to a foundation or corporation? Proposal Writing Basics, an introductory overview of the writing process for new proposal writers, will give you some answers. This session also introduces you to the Foundation Center's powerful database of grant makers, Foundation Directory Online.

Register with Reference Services, 330.458.2754.

3rd Annual Antiques Appraisal Show

Saturday, Feb 19 • 10:00 am–1:30 pm •  Adults: Do you have Aunt Hattie's tea set or Uncle Harold's pocket watch? Have your questions answered by David C. Morris, Certified Appraiser.

Due to time limits, please bring only two items.

Space is limited, register with Reference Services at 330.458.2754.

Hooray for Snow Days

Wednesday, Feb 23 • 6:30 pm •  Family: Wear your pajamas backwards, put a spoon on your nose, and bring your tips for guaranteeing a snow day so we can put them to work.

Register with Children’s Services, 330.458.2641.

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Spring Fling

Wednesday, Apr 20 • 6:30 pm •  Family: Ring in spring with lots of fun! Register with Children’s Services, 330.458.2641.

Tai Chi

Saturday, Apr 30 • 10:00 am–Noon •  Adults: The gentle movements of Tai Chi are suitable for all ages. Program is presented by Anthony Keiner of the All American Karate studio in North Canton. Tea will be served. Register with Reference Services, 330.458.2754.

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DeHoff Memorial Branch 216 Hartford Avenue SE, Canton OH 44707 • 330.452.9014

 = Registration requested. Please register online at www.starklibrary.org/eventscalendar or call your participating library.

Fairy Tale Character Masks

Saturday, Feb 5 • 2:30–4:00 pm Grades K–5: Create masks of your favorite fairy tale characters.

DeHoff Memorial Book Club

Tuesdays • 4:00–5:00 pm Adults: Read and discuss favorite books.

Feb 8 �����Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd Apr 12 ����The Color Purple by Alice Walker

Ghost Hunters of Ohio

Saturday, Feb 19 • 2:00–3:00 pm Adults: Join Canton Paranormal for an afternoon of investigation and research of unexplained activity in Northeast Ohio and surrounding areas.

Let’s Tie Dye

Friday, Feb 18 • 4:00–5:00 pm Teens: It’s groovy baby. Bring your own white t– shirt and we will supply the rest.

Unscramble that Musician

Friday, Feb 25 • 4:00–5:00 pm Teens: Unscramble letters to reveal a musical artist.

Hawaiian Hula Hoop

Saturday, Feb 26 • 2:30–4:00 pm All Ages: Come dressed in your favorite Hawaiian outfit, enjoy food and music, and do the limbo.

Put Your Best Face Forward

Thursday, Mar 3 • 4:00–5:00 pm Teens: Good grooming, skin and nail care tips.

What’s My Line Trivia Contest

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Saturday, Mar 5 • 2:30–4:00 pm Grades K–5: Guess what people do for a living.

Get your child ready to read with stories, songs, and fun.

Genealogy Photo Puzzle

Preschool Story Time

Thursday, Mar 17 • 3:00 pm Adults: Bring a family photo and make a puzzle.

Ages 3–5 years Fridays • 10:30–11:00 am Feb 11, 25; Mar 11, 25; Apr 8, 22

Eat Healthy

Saturday, Mar 19 • 2:30–4:00 pm Grades K–5: Learn about foods that are healthy.

Teen Game Day @ DeHoff

Name that Tune

Wednesday, Mar 30 • 4:00–5:00 pm Teens: Do you love music? Here’s your chance to test your song knowledge.

Game Day with the Wii™

Saturday, Apr 2 • 2:30–4:00 pm Teens: Play Wii games with your friends.

Let’s Talk Books

Wednesday, Apr 13 • 4:00–5:00 pm Teens: Here is your chance to talk about, act out, and rate your favorite book.

DeHoff Memorial Youth Players

Saturday, Apr 16 • 2:30–4:00 pm Grades K–6: Perform with friends from the DeHoff Memorial Branch.

Self–Defense for Women

Saturdays: Apr 23, 30 • 2:00–4:00 pm Ages 18 and up: An instructor from U–Protect will be here to teach the basics of self defense, taught in a two–part session.

Wednesday, Apr 27 • 4:00–5:00 pm Teens: Play board games with your friends.

Unlocking the Secrets of the Cemetery

Thursday, May 5 • 1:30–2:30 pm Adults: Kimberly Kenney from the McKinley Presidential Library and Museum explains what the symbols carved on tombstones really mean.

Illustrated History of Canton

Thursday, May 12 • 1:30–2:30 pm Adults: Kimberly Kenney from the McKinley Presidential Library and Museum will present an illustrated history of Canton based on her book, Canton: A Journey through Time.

DeHoff Memorial Tenth Anniversary Celebration

Tuesday, May 17 • Noon–5:00 pm All Ages: Come and help us celebrate 10 years in this beautiful building. Enjoy games, prizes, and trivia at our second oldest branch.

Bookmobile Schedule Weekly Stops January–May 2011

The Bookmobile will close for two weeks of shut–down from May 23–June 3, 2011, for all day stops. The evening stops from 5:30–7:30 pm will continue to operate during this period. Have a question about Bookmobile Services? Call Tammy Long, Bookmobile Manager at 330.458.2820 or the Bookmobile Office at 330.458.2824. *PS denotes Public Stop.

Mondays

No visits on Jan 17; May 23, 30 Higgins......................................................... 9:15–10:30 am Southgate School.....................................10:30–11:45 am Fohl Village (PS).......................................... 12:45–1:45 pm Vienna Woods (PS)........................................2:00–2:30 pm Night Stop at 5:30–7:30 pm Beach City (PS) No visits on Jan 17; May 30

Tuesdays

No visits on May 24, 31 Leshdale Apartments................................. 9:15–10:00 am SRCCC........................................................10:15–11:15 am Pleasant View Village (PS)................ 11:30 am–12:15 pm Edward Peel Coleman Center (PS)..............1:30–2:00 pm Skyline Terrace (PS)......................................2:15–3:00 pm Night Stop at 5:30–7:30 pm Southgate Shopping CenTeR (PS)

Thursdays

No visits on May 26, Jun 2 West Stark................................................... 9:15–10:30 am Bender Woods (PS)..................................10:45–11:30 am University Commons Dr. Condos (PS)...... 12:30–1:30 pm Mayfield Manor (PS)......................................2:00–3:00 pm

Wednesdays

No visits on May 24, 31 Whippledale................................................ 9:15–10:30 am Woodlawn Village (PS).............................10:45–11:30 am Village Towers (PS)..................................... 12:30–1:30 pm Meyers Lake YMCA (PS)................................2:00–3:00 pm Night stop at 5:30–7:30 pm Waynesburg Shopping Centre (PS)

Fridays

No visits on May 27, Jun 3 Wilmot (PS).................................................. 9:30–10:15 am Walmart on Tuscarawas (PS)................... 11:00 am–Noon Linwood Apartments (PS).............................1:00–1:45 pm Ellisdale Apartments (PS).............................2:15–3:00 pm

Night stops at 5:30–7:30 pm Fisher Foods on Harrison SW (PS) Wales Square Shopping Center (PS)

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E ast Canton Branch

224 North Wood Street, East Canton OH 44730 • 330.488.1501  = Registration requested. Please register online at www.starklibrary.org/eventscalendar or call your participating library.

Programming subject to change based on unexpected school closings or room changes with the Foltz Community Center scheduling.

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Get your child ready to read with stories, songs, and fun.

Preschool Story Times

Ages 3–5 years Tuesdays • 10:30 am Jan 11, 18, 25; Feb 1, 8, 15, 22; Mar 1, 8, 15, 22; Apr 5, 12, 19; May 3, 10, 17

Family Story Times

All Ages Wednesdays • 10:30 am Jan 12, 19, 26; Feb 2, 9, 16, 23; Mar 2, 9, 16; Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18

Adult Book Discussion

Tuesdays • 7:00–8:00 pm Jan 11; Feb 8; Mar 8; Apr 12; May 10 Adults: Discuss your favorite books. Please call the branch for book titles.

Between the Covers

Tuesdays • 3:30–4:30 pm •  Jan 18; Feb 15; Mar 15; Apr 19; May 17 Teens: Join us for a fun–filled chat about the great books you've been missing, or share what you've been reading. Snacks included.

Art Saturdays

Saturdays: Mar 5, 19; Apr 2, 16 • 2:00 pm Grades K–5: We will explore different forms of art media such as collage, water color and acrylic painting, and working with clay.

Cupcakes = Love

Saturday, Apr 9 • 3:00 pm •  Teens: Cupcake decorating at its finest. You'll get to practice and take some home, unless you eat them first.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Thursday, May 5 • 3:30–4:30 pm •  Teens: Celebrate a bit of Mexican history at this fabulous fiesta.

Self Defense for Women

Beginning Genealogy

Thursday, Mar 10 • 3:00–4:00 pm Adults: Trace your family ancestry by using resources from the Stark County District Library.

Saturdays: May 7, 14 • 2:00 pm Ages 18 and up: An instructor from U–Protect will teach the basics of self defense, taught in a two– part session.

Mother Goose is on the Loose

Friendship Tea Party

Wednesday, Mar 23 • 10:30 am Ages 3–5 years: Explore music and stories of our favorite storyteller.

Jackson Township Branch

Saturday, May 21 • 11:00 am •  All Ages: Dress in your favorite tea attire and invite people to join us. Seniors are welcome.

7487 Fulton Drive NW, Massillon OH 44646 • 330.833.1010

 = Registration requested. Please register online at www.starklibrary.org/eventscalendar or call your participating library.

S tory Times

Get your child ready to read with stories, songs, and fun.

Baby Story Time

Ages newborn–23 months w/caregiver Tuesdays • 11:00–11:20 am •  Feb 8, 15, 22; Mar 1, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5

Toddler Story Time

Ages 2–3 years Wednesdays • 10:30–11:00 am •  Feb 9, 16, 23; Mar 2, 16, 23, 30; Apr 6

Preschool Story Time

Ages 3–5 years Tuesdays • 10:15–10:45 am •  Feb 8, 15, 22; Mar 1, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5

Adult Book Discussion Group

Thursdays • 6:00–8:00 pm Jan 6 ������Their Eyes Were Watching God

by Zora Hurston Feb 3 �����The Murder Room by P. D. James Mar 3 �����Island Beneath the Sea by Isabel Allende Apr 7 ������Jackdaws by Ken Follett May 5 �����Prodigal Summer by Barbara Kingsolver

Jackson’s ‘Close Knit’ Group

Mondays • 6:30–8:00 pm •  Jan 10, 24; Feb 7, 21; Mar 7, 21; Apr 11, 25; May 9, 23 Adults: Join our knitting group and share your skills, learn some new tips, or trade your knitting, crochet, or handcraft secrets. All are welcome, beginners and experts.

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Teen Advisory Board

Tuesdays • 6:30–7:30 pm Jan 11, 25; Feb 8; Mar 8, 22; Apr 12, 26; May 10, 24 Grades 6–12: Be a part of your community, help with programming, and publish a newsletter.

Be an American Girl

Saturdays • 10:00–11:30 am •  Jan 15 ���Addy (1864) Feb 5 �����Samantha (1904) Mar 12 ��Josephina (1824) Apr 16 ����Kit (1934) Grades 3–8: Learn about the historical periods of the American Girl Dolls. Each month we'll talk about a different doll and era. Make a craft and enjoy a snack from that era, too.

Manga Illustrator Sean McArdle

Thursday, Jan 27 • 6:30–7:30 pm Grades 6–12: Are you a Manga fan? Love to draw?

Sean McArdle is a master graphic designer who will show you how to draw characters from Manga.

Lunch Bunch Book Club

Saturdays • Noon–1:00 pm Jan 29; Feb 26; Mar 26; Apr 9 Grades 3–5: Bring your bag lunch and join other readers as we share books and write reviews.

Prizes awarded each month.

Make Homemade Candy for Valentine’s Day

Thursday, Feb 10 • 6:30–7:30 pm Grades 6–12: Make a treat for your sweetie this Valentine’s Day. Decorate your candy in your own way and then create a gift bag to put it in.

(Of course, sampling is a must!)

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Job and Business Skills Listen @ the Library Pups and Pages Teen Tech Week Contest Protect Your Identity

Monday, Mar 14 • 7:00–7:45 pm •  Adults: Officer Walt Peters, from the Jackson Police Department, will talk about preventing identity theft.

Spice Up Your Spring

Monday, Mar 28 • 6:30–8:00 pm •  Adults: Learn about Indian spices and sample some great food. Our presenters will share cultures and customs from the North and South of India.

Spring Clean @ the Library

Mar 28–Apr 3 • Library Hours Grades 6–12: Earn Community Service credit hours this Spring Break by cleaning up the library.

We could sure use your help and you might even have some fun while you’re at it.

Jackson’s Got Talent!

Apr 1–30 • Library Hours •  Adults: Showcase a hobby, craft, or art you love.

Bring a sample for display at the library during the month of Apr. Registration forms available Mar 1.

Make Your Own Fairy Garden

Saturday, Apr 9 • 2:00–4:00 pm Grades 6–12: Celebrate Spring’s arrival by making your very own fairy garden. Rohr’s Nursery will provide the supplies.

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L ake Community Branch

11955 Market Avenue N, Uniontown OH 44685 • 330.877.9975  = Registration requested. Please register online at www.starklibrary.org/eventscalendar or call your participating library.

Knitty Gritters Knitting Club

Fall in Love with Chocolate

Mondays • 11:00 am–1:00 pm Jan 3, 10, 24; Feb 7, 21; Mar 7, 21; Apr 4, 18; May 2, 16 Adults: Bring your current knitting project, see what others are knitting, and stay in the loop.

Tuesday, Feb 8 • 6:30–7:30 pm •  Adults: Forget romance . . . fall in love with chocolate!

Learn how to make quick and easy recipes. Taste testing too!

FOL Computer Tutors

Saturdays • 3:30–4:30 pm •  Grades K–3: Journey through time and explore the world with Jack and Annie. Join us for activities, games, and fun.

Feb 12 ���Eve of the Emperor Penguin Mar 5 �����Midnight on the Moon Apr 16 ����The Knight at Dawn

Tuesdays • 10:00 am–Noon & 3:00–5:00 pm Jan 4–Feb 8; Apr 5–May 10 Adults: Friends of the Library volunteers will help participants further their computer skills.

Mystery Book Club

Tuesdays • 2:00–3:00 pm •  Adults: Moderator Joe Sourini.

Jan 4 ������Innocent by Scott Turow Feb 1 �����Star Island by Carl Hiaasen Mar 1 �����Tough Customer by Sandra Brown Apr 5 �����The Confession by John Grisham May 3 �����Worth Dying For by Lee Child Alt. book: Reversal by Michael Connelly

Mad about Mittens

Wednesday, Jan 5 • 2:30–4:00 pm •  Grades 6–12: Make warm fleece mittens to keep out the winter chill.

Writing Group

Thursdays • 3:00–4:00 pm Jan 6; Feb 3; Mar 3; Apr 7; May 5 Grades 6–12: Hone your writing skills. Each month will feature different writing prompts.

Teen Advisory Board

Magic Tree House Book Club

It's for the Birds

Saturday, Feb 26 • 3:00–4:00 pm •  Grades K–5: Learn about Ohio birds, then create a haven for our feathered friends. Bird house craft provided by Lowe's.

Vegetable Seed Starting Made Easy

Tuesday, Mar 1 • 6:00–7:30 pm •  Adults: Join Certified Master Gardener Rudy Moyer as he shares his knowledge of up–to–date gardening practices mulched on a bed of humor.

Hands on.

Sisters Shopping on a Shoestring

Tuesday, Mar 8 • 6:30–7:30 pm •  Adults: Stretch your $$$ through couponing!

Learn everything you need to shave 70% or more off your grocery bill.

WeJoySing

Tuesdays • 2:30–3:30 pm Jan 11; Feb 8; Mar 8; Apr 12; May 10 Grades 6–12: Make your opinions known at our Teen Advisory Board.

Wednesday, Mar 9 • 11:00–11:30 am •  Ages 2–6: Enjoy play–filled music and movement with your child.

Ramen Club

Fusion Open Play

Fridays • 3:00–5:00 pm Jan 21; Feb 25; Mar 18; Apr 15; Grades 6–12: Explore Japanese culture while watching anime.

“Booked on Tuesdays” Book Club

Tuesdays • 6:00–7:30 pm •  Adults: Enjoy a book and connect with people.

Jan 25 ����Sworn to Silence by Linda Castillo Feb 22 ��� Zeitoun by Dave Eggers Mar 22 ��Last Child by John Hart Apr 26 ����The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson

Thursday, Mar 10 • 3:00–4:30 pm Grades 6–12: You asked for it and here it is! Play video games, and hang out with your friends.

Dick Goddard and the Tornado Man

Saturday, Mar 19 • 2:00–4:00 pm •  All Ages: Observe Severe Weather Awareness Week with renowned meteorologist Dick Goddard and the amazing Tornado Man. Kids can create their own tornado to take home.

Worst Case Scenario Game Day

Tell Me About It! Book Club

Wednesdays • 2:30–3:30 pm Jan 26; Feb 23; Mar 23; Apr 27 Grades 6–12: Titles will be posted at the branch.

Tuesday, Mar 22 • 2:30–4:00 pm •  Grades 6–12: Test your knowledge of how to cope with disasters. Do you have what it takes to survive?

Radical Readers Book Club

Girls’ Night Out

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Baby Story Time

Ages newborn–23 months w/ caregiver Tuesdays • 11:15–Noon •  Feb 8, 15, 22; Mar 1, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5

Toddler Story Time

Ages 2–3 years w/ caregiver Wednesdays • 11:00–11:30 am •  Feb 9, 16, 23; Mar 2, 16, 23, 30; Apr 6 or Thursdays • 11:00–11:30 am •  Feb 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 17, 24, 31; Apr 7

Preschool Story Time

Ages 3 ½ –5 years Wednesdays • 10:00–10:30 am •  Feb 9, 16, 23; Mar 2, 16, 23, 30; Apr 6 or Thursdays • 10:00–10:30 am •  Feb 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 17, 24, 31; Apr 7

Pajama Story Time

Ages 2–5 w/ caregiver Mondays • 7:00–7:30 pm •  Feb 21; Mar 21; Apr 18

Pysanky

Tuesday, Apr 12 • 6:00–8:00 pm •  Adults: Learn this heirloom art of egg decorating.

Space is limited.

Battle of the Brains

Thursday, Apr 14 • 2:30–3:00 pm Grades 6–12: It's the Librarians vs. Lake National Honor Society Members.

Tales from the Road with Neil Zurcher FOL Sponsored Event

Tuesday, Apr 19 • 6:30–7:30 pm •  Adults: Neil Zurcher will share stories and his books. Books available for signing and purchase.

Celebrate Cinco De Mayo

Saturday, Apr 30 • 3:00–4:00 pm •  Grades K–5: Enjoy stories, musical activities, and make your own salsa with ingredients donated by Chipotle Mexican Grille.

Edible Book Contest

May 2–19 • Library Hours •  Children/Teens: Unleash your culinary skills by making a book–related edible creation. Entry forms available at the branch.

Saturdays • 3:30–4:30 pm •  Jan 29; Feb 19; Mar 12; Apr 2 Grades 3–5: Enjoy games, activities, and laughs about books. Titles will be posted at the branch.

Friday, Mar 25 • 3:00–4:30 pm •  Teens and Adults: Pamper yourself and get glamorous for the weekend with a spa experience provided by Classic Hair Studio.

Saturday, May 7 • Library Hours Grades 6–12: Come in and get a free comic book provided by Bill’s Books and More.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2

Spring Break Stories and Crafts

4th Annual Plant Swap

Saturday, Feb 5 • 3:00–4:00 pm •  Grades 3–5: Are you a Wimpy Kid fan? Join us for an afternoon of "wimpy" fun and games.

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Mar 28–Apr 1 • 2:00 pm Grades K–3: Drop in for stories and a craft, and have fun over Spring Break.

Free Comic Book Day

Saturday, May 21 • 10:00 am–Noon All Ages: Trade for new and unique plants for free.

Plants should be disease–free.

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Madge Youtz Branch

2921 Mahoning Road NE, Canton OH 44705 • 330.452.2618  = Registration requested. Please register online at www.starklibrary.org/eventscalendar or call your participating library.

S tory Times

Get your child ready to read with stories, songs, and fun.

Baby Story Time

Ages newborn–23 months w/ caregiver Wednesdays • 11:00–11:30 am •  Feb 2, 16; Mar 2, 16, 30; Apr 6

Toddler/Preschool Story Time Ages 2–5 years w/ caregiver Tuesdays • 10:15–10:45 am •  Feb 8, 15, 22; Mar 1, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5

Mystery Book Club

Wednesdays • 11:00 am–Noon •  Adults: Joe Sourini moderates.

Jan 12 ���Innocent by Scott Turow Feb 9 �����Worth Dying For by Lee Child Mar 9 �����Star Island by Carl Hiaasen Apr 13 ����Tough Customer by Sandra Brown May 11 ���Reversal by Michael Connelly Alternate title for any meeting date is American Assassin by Vince Flynn

Chess Club for Kids

Dates and Times TBA •  Grades 1–6: Learn to play chess, improve your game, and learn new strategies. All skill levels welcome. Chess boards provided.

Hot Topics

Ugly Dolls

Fridays • 11:00 am–Noon Feb 11; Mar 11; Apr 15; May 13 Adults: Let's talk about the headlines, from current events to sports, entertainment and local news.

Tuesday, Mar 22 • 4:00–5:30 pm •  Grades K–6: Hear an “Ugly Doll” story and create your own ugly doll to take home.

Valentine’s vs. Un–Valentine’s Day Party

Monday, Feb 14 • 4:00–5:00 pm •  Teens: All Valentine’s Day lovers can wear red and all Valentine’s Day un–lovers can wear black to this party.

Games for both sides will keep everyone smiling.

Thursday, Mar 24 • 4:00–5:00 pm •  Teens: Decorate a pillow case and learn how to make your next sleepover a success with our tips about great food, games, and activities. Pajamas and fuzzy slippers optional but welcome. Pillow cases will be provided.

Fit Kids

Dr Seuss’ Cat in the Hat Party

Fridays • 3:30–4:30 pm •  Feb 18; Mar 18; Apr 22; May 20 Grades K–6: Kids with energy to burn after school are welcome to join us at this exercise program.

We’ll learn fun and easy ways to exercise that you can practice at home.

Reading Slam

Tuesday, Feb 22 • 3:00–5:00 pm Grades K–6: Read aloud from your favorite book and receive a cotton candy treat.

Cognition and Brain Health

Wednesday, Feb 23 • 11:00 am–Noon •  Adults: Recent research indicates that brain health can be positively impacted throughout the lifespan by a challenging and stimulating environment. This presentation will highlight some practical and fun ideas for creating an enriched environment for your brain.

February 20.........Main 2:00 pm..........Perry 3:30 pm March 20..............Main 2:00 pm..........Perry 3:30 pm

Tuesday, Apr 19 • 3:30–5:00 pm •  Family: Create your own playful, rhyming verse and make a tall, striped hat like the cat’s.

Earth Day Fun

Thursday, Apr 21 • 4:00–5:00 pm •  Teens: Celebrate Earth Day by creating your own earth friendly craft, including gum wrapper chains and snack bag bracelets.

Self Defense for Women

Thursdays • 3:45–5:45 pm •  Apr 28; May 5 Adults: This excellent self defense class for women will fit easily into your schedule and your budget.

Join us for this free, two–part self defense session taught by an instructor from U–Protect Russian Martial Arts.

Story times accompanied by music.

Children and families welcome!

A series of musical performances at two library branches.

All ages welcome!

January 16............Main 2:00 pm..........Perry 3:30 pm

Sleepover Central

Apr 13...... Jackson 10:00 am...................Perry 11:30 am Apr 14......Main @ 10:00 am.....................Lake 11:30 am Apr 19......North 5:30 pm...........Sandy Valley 7:00 pm Apr 20......East Canton 10:00 am.......DeHoff 11:30 am May 4.......Plain 11:00 am..................... Madge 12:30 pm

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North Branch

189 25th Street NW, Canton OH 44709 • 330.456.4356  = Registration requested. Please register online at www.starklibrary.org/eventscalendar or call your participating library.

Oddz and Endz Crafts

Saturdays • 2:30–3:30 pm •  Jan 8; Mar 19; Apr 16 Teens: Create something special each month.

Children's Chess Club

Thursdays • 6:30–7:45 pm Jan 13–Apr 28 Grades 1–6: If you are just a beginner, or have been playing for awhile, come join us for an evening of chess. Chess boards are provided but feel free to bring your own.

Harry Science Fiction

Mondays • 6:00–7:45 pm All Ages Jan 17*....Recent Sci–Fi movies and TV series and Science Fiction websites.

Feb 21......The City and the City by China Mieville Mar 21......Trader to the Stars by Poul Anderson Apr 18.......WWW: Wake by Robert J. Sawyer *Library is closed: Location to be posted on Harry website www.pierocarey.info/harrysf/

Make and Take Valentines

Feb 1–12 • Library Hours Teens: Valentines–to–go! Drop in and craft a unique greeting for your special Valentine. Materials provided.

Classic Lit Book Club

Wednesdays • 6:00 pm Adults Feb 2 �����Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy Mar 2 �����Washington Square by Henry James Apr 6 ������Nostromo by Joseph Conrad May 4 �����Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh

Chinese New Year Program

St. Patrick’s Day Make It Take It

Mar 14–17 • Library Hours Family: Make a colorful wristband for “wearing of the green” day. Enter your name in the leprechaun’s hat to win the “pot of gold” book prize.

Puppet Pizzazz Art Class

Thursdays • 3:30–4:30 pm •  Mar 17, 24, 31; Apr 7 Grades K–5: Join our art club and create puppets and costumes. Children will write an original script during the class. A presentation of the puppet play will be Apr 14 for everyone to enjoy.

"Once Upon a Time" Puppet Show

Thursday, Apr 14 • 4:00–5:00 pm •  Family: Celebrate National Library Week with a puppet show by Puppet Pizzazz Art Class.

Writing Quality Fiction

Wednesday, Apr 20 • 6:00 pm •  Adults: Eric Wasserman, award–winning writer and Asst. Professor of English at the University of Akron, will teach the keys of writing quality fiction.

Mar 1–15 • Library Hours Teens: Pick a gem of a book on Irish folklore or set in Ireland or written by an Irish author or featuring an Irish character. Write a one sentence review and be entered in the drawing for a lucky prize.

Coffee and Tea Tasting

Family Story time

Family/All Ages Tuesdays • 6:00–6:30 pm •  Session 1: Jan 25; Feb 1, 8, 15, 22; Mar 1 Session 2: Mar 22, 29; Apr 5, 12, 19

Thursdays: Jan 6; Feb 3; Mar 3; Apr 7; May 5 • 6:00 pm

Sandy Valley

Books Better Than a Pot O' Gold

Ages 2–5 years Wednesdays • 10:30–11:00 am •  Session 1: Jan 26; Feb 2, 9, 16, 23; Mar 2 Session 2: Mar 23, 30; Apr 6, 13, 20

Perry Sippo

All about Dogs

Saturday, Feb 12 • 2:30–3:30 pm •  Teens: Celebrate Valentine's Day with chocolate and duct tape roses.

Preschool/Toddler

Grades K–5: Licensed therapy dogs will listen to you read. = Please register at each participating location.

Main Library

Chocolate and Roses

Baby Story Time

Ages newborn–18 months w/ caregiver Wednesdays • 11:00–11:20 am •  Session 1: Feb 2, 9, 16, 23; Mar 2 Session 2: Mar 23, 30; Apr 6, 13, 20

Pups and Pages

Saturday, Feb 5 • 10:30–11:30 am •  Family: "What's Up Doc?" It's the Year of the Rabbit. Join us for a morning of fun stories, crafts, and special treats.

Thursday, Feb 10 • 6:00 pm •  All Ages: Harry Ellis from WAGS Dog Training Center will be here with wonderful dogs to talk about training, tricks, and more.

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Get your child ready to read with stories, songs, and fun.

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Plain Community

Saturday, Mar 19 • 10:30 am

Lake Community

Saturday, Apr 9 • 3:00 pm • 

North

Saturday, May 14 • 10:30 am • 

Thursday, Mar 10 • 6:00 pm •  Adults: Starbucks will share samples and explain the variety of coffees and teas available.

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Perry Sippo Branch

5710 12th Street NW, Canton OH 44708 • 330.477.8482  = Registration requested. Please register online at www.starklibrary.org/eventscalendar or call your participating library.

S tory Times

Get your child ready to read with stories, songs, and fun.

Baby Story Time

Ages newborn–23 months w/caregiver Mondays • 10:00–10:30 am •  Jan 31; Feb 7, 14, 21, 28; Mar 7, 14, 21, 28 or Wednesdays • 10:00–10:30 am •  Feb 2, 9, 16, 23; Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Bloggers Wanted

Thursday, Jan 13 • 6:00–7:00 pm •  Adults: Do you like to write and share it with others? Getting your work published can be difficult, but with blogging you can find and build your own audience. Find out how to use free Internet resources to get started.

Kindergarten Ready or Not

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, Jan 20 • 6:00–7:30 pm •  Adults and incoming kindergarten students: Join a panel of kindergarten teachers, principals, and other school officials for questions and answers, and recommendations of materials. While you learn, children will be entertained with stories, songs, and crafts.

Preschool Story Time

Mondays • 3:30–4:30 pm Jan 24; Feb 7; Mar 21; Apr 18; May 16 Grades 6–12: Be the voice for your library. Volunteer and make new friends.

Fantasy author Cinda Williams Chima visited the Main Library in October. She chatted with attendees and discussed her latest book The Exiled Queen.

Everything Anime

Saturday, Mar 19 • 2:00–3:30 pm •  Grades K–5 w/family: Join us as we welcome the Society for the Elevation of Kites as they tell us the history of kites as well as how they are being used in space and their use for the future in Green energy. You will be able to make your own kite too.

Ages 2–3 years w/caregiver Mondays • 11:00–11:30 am •  Jan 31; Feb 7, 14, 21, 28; Mar 7, 14, 21, 28 or Wednesdays • 11:00–11:30am •  Feb 2, 9, 16, 23; Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Ages 4–5 years w/caregiver Tuesdays • 2:00–2:30 pm •  Feb 1, 8, 15, 22; Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 or Thursdays • 11:00–11:30 am •  Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Family Story Time

Family Tuesdays • 6:30–7:30 pm Feb 22; Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Book Discussion Group

Teen Advisory Board

Wednesdays • 3:00–5:00 pm Jan 26; Feb 23; Mar 16; Apr 20; May 25 Grades 6–12: Come and enjoy all–things–anime!

With Love, from Your Library

Monday, Feb 14 • 2:00–4:00 pm All Ages: This Valentines Day, come to Perry Sippo to celebrate with your library. Whether you’ve come to use the computers, to check out a good book, or just to study in a quiet and relaxing area, we want to thank you for your support! Come enjoy a yummy slice of cake, have some punch or coffee, enter a drawing for a fun prize, and receive a special Valentine from yours truly!

Thursdays • 6:00–7:00 pm Adults: New members welcome. Book selections available at the circulation desk.

Jan 6 �����Not My Daughter by Barbara Delinsky Feb 3 ����A Reliable Wife by Robert Goolrick Mar 3 ����The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks Apr 7 �����The Help by Kathryn Stockett May 5 �����The Three Weissmanns Of Westport

by Cathleen Schine

Thursday, Feb 17 • 6:00–7:30 pm •  Adults: Learn about this early migration route that traveled through the Northwest Territory from Maryland to Illinois.

Read and Write–In

Library Lunch Munch

Mondays • 6:00–7:00 pm Jan 10; Feb 14; Mar 14; May 9 Grades 6–12: Do you need a comfy place to read or a creative atmosphere to write? Come to the library to enjoy a night in of reading and writing with no distractions.

Health Fair Job and Business Skills Listen @ the Library Pups and Pages Teen Tech Week Contest

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National Road: America’s First Interstate Highway

Tuesday, Feb 22 • Noon–1:00 pm •  Adults: In these hard economic times, many library services can take the place of things you would normally pay for. Bring your lunch and learn how your library is worth more than just books. We’ll even provide coffee and dessert!

Let’s Go Fly a Kite

Sisters Shopping on a Shoestring

Monday, Apr 11• 6:30–7:30 pm •  Adults: Learn everything you need to know to shave 70% or more off your budget for food, cleaning, paper products and health and beauty supplies for you and your family! Learn not only how to save money, but score FREEBIES as well. Gain insight on how to shop the most coupon–friendly stores around.

Celebrate Teen Literature Day: Operation Teen Book Drop

Thursday, Apr 14 • 4:00–5:00 pm •  Grades 6–12: Donate gently used Young Adult books Jan 1 through Apr 1 to the Perry Sippo Branch. Then come to the library on Apr 14 to help make book bundles that will be donated to a local organization.

Spring Is in Bloom at Perry Sippo!

Monday, Apr 25 • 2:00–3:00 pm •  Grades K–5: Paint a pot, plant a flower or a vegetable, and hear a story. Celebrate spring and a day off from school.

Teen Tech Week: Teen Internet Scavenger Hunt

Mother Daughter Pajama Party

Mar 6–12 • Library Hours Grades 6–12: Stop in the library during the week and test your web surfing skills.

Monday, May 2 • 6:00–7:00 pm •  Teens and Adults: Celebrate Mother's Day while wearing your pajamas and enjoy an evening of fun. Space is limited.

Blast from the Past Exercise Class

Creative Movement with Barb Craven

Thursday, Mar 10 • 6:00–7:00 pm •  Adults: Come join us for some old school, traditional floor aerobics taught by an instructor from the David YMCA. Wear comfortable clothes, tennis shoes, and bring a towel.

Stark Scene • Winter/Spring 2011

Monday, May 23 • 10:00–10:30 am •  Ages newborn–5 years w/caregiver: Barb Craven, owner of Craven Dance Studio, will get you and your little one movin’ and groovin’ in this program filled with fun!

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Plain Community Branch

1803 Schneider Street NE, Canton OH 44721 • 330.494.3399  = Registration requested. Please register online at www.starklibrary.org/eventscalendar or call your participating library.

The Anime Army

Tuesdays • 2:30–4:00 pm Jan 11, 25; Feb 8; Mar 8; Apr 12; May 10, 24 Grades 6–12: Join the Anime Army and enjoy all– things–anime.

Animal Yoga for Kids

Saturday, Apr 9 • 2:00–3:00 pm •  Grades K–3: Relax like an animal! Learn different yoga poses and listen to stories about calming down and chilling out.

Kids Space Readers Book Club

aka TACO

Teen Advisory Board

Tuesdays • 2:30–4:00 pm Jan 18; Feb 15; Mar 15; Apr 26; May 17 Grades 6–12: Our Teen Advisory Committee is Outstanding! Join TACO and be the voice for your library. Volunteer and make new friends.

Mystery Book Club

Thursdays • 5:00–6:00 pm Adults: Join us for a monthly mystery. New members are welcome anytime.

Jan 20 ���Breach of Duty by J. A. Jance Feb 17 ���Wild Sorrow (Jamaica Wild Mysteries #3)

by Sandi Ault Mar 17 ���Swan Peak: A Dave Robicheaux Novel by James Lee Burke Apr 21 ����The Long Fall: The First Leonid McGill Mystery by Walter Mosley

Tween Wednesdays

Wednesdays • 6:00–7:30 pm•  Jan 26; Feb 23; Mar 30; Apr 27 Grades 4–8: Explore hobbies, games, and hear book talks. Turn in a book critique and receive a free book. Try some salsa or guacamole from Chipotle, and watch a film from the company at our March meeting.

Wednesdays • 6:15–7:30 pm •  Feb 16; Mar 16; April 13 Grades 2–4: Join our book club for the younger set which also includes games, scavenger hunts, and plenty of excitement. Titles available at the checkout desk.

Gettin' Jiggy with O'Hare School of Irish Dance

Saturday, Feb 19 • 1:00–2:30 pm •  Family: The O'Hare School of Irish Dance will perform for the whole family. Those 4–and–older may participate in an interactive program after the guest performance.

Adult Book Discussion Group

Thursdays • 6:30–7:30 pm Adults: Meet to discuss the following books. New members are welcome.

Mar 3 �����Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah Apr 7 ������Not My Daughter by Barbara Delinsky May 5 �����The Castaways by Elin Hilderbrand

Cosplay

Tuesday, Mar 22 • 2:30–4:00 pm •  Grades 6–12: Love anime? Show us by dressing up as your favorite character and hang out with fellow anime fans.

S tory Times

Get your child ready to read with stories, songs, and fun.

Family Story Time

Family Tuesdays • 10:30–11:15 am •  Jan 11, 18, 25; Feb 1, 8, 15; Mar 1, 8, 15, 22; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3 and Wednesdays • 10:30–11:00 am •  Jan 12, 26; Mar 2, 9, 16, 23; Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; May 11

Pajama Story Time

Family Mondays • 7:00–7:30 pm •  Jan 10, 24, 31; Feb 28; Mar 7, 14, 21; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9

Beginning Genealogy

Monday, Mar 28 • 6:00–7:30 pm •  Adults: Are you just starting to trace your family tree? This program is for you. Learn all the ways the library's Genealogy Department can help you research your family roots. Program presented by the Genealogy staff.

Write It, Color It, and Possibly Win It

Kids are Heroes Saturday, April 23 • 10:30 am – Noon Located at the Diamond Community Park Complex 2782 Diamond Street NE • Canton, Ohio 44721

Family: Join the Plain Community Branch and the Plain Township Parks and Recreation Department at the Diamond Park Complex. Come prepared to wrap, write, or color and make a difference in another’s life. Bring a like–new or new book, a small toy or stickers, a can of soup, or just yourself. Local families in need will receive these items. Meet local heroes; several stories of heroic people will be shared.  Register online or phone by calling the Plain Community Branch at 330.494.3399.

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Apr 10–16 • Library Hours Family: "Create your own story at your library” is this year’s National Library Week theme.

Supplies will be available to write a quick story about items placed on a table. Winners get to choose a donated “next to new” book. Younger children may win books by coloring pictures to enter into random drawings. Celebrate your library!

Book Sale

Thursday, Apr 21 • 10:00 am–7:00 pm Friday, Apr 22 • 10:00 am–5:00 pm Saturday, Apr 23 • 11:00 am–4:00 pm All Ages: Browse a large selection of gently used books and great bargains at our book sale.

Poems, Paints, Pots, and Posies

Saturday, May 7 • 1:00–3:00 pm •  Family: Spring is a wonderful time to remember parents and pals; write or find the perfect poem, paint a pot, and then fill it with posies.

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day

Saturday, May 7 • Library Hours Grades 6–12: Be sure to stop in the library and check out our awesome display celebrating the comic book. And snag a freebie too!

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Sandy Valley Branch

9754 Cleveland Avenue SE, Magnolia OH 44643 • 330.866.3366  = Registration requested. Please register online at www.starklibrary.org/eventscalendar or call your participating library.

S tory Times

Get your child ready to read with stories, songs, and fun.

Toddler Story Time

Ages 18 months–3 ½ years w/caregiver Wednesdays • 10:30–11:00 am •  Feb 16, 23; Mar 9, 16, 30; Apr 6

Preschool Story Time

Ages 3 ½–5 years Thursdays • 10:30–11:15 am •  Feb 10, 17; Mar 10, 17, 31; Apr 7

Family Story Time

Family Tuesdays • 6:30–7:00 pm •  Feb 22..... "Shh! Someone's Sleeping" Mar 22..... "That's Yucky!"

Book Club for Adults

Mondays • 6:00–7:00 pm Jan 10 ����The Shack by William P. Young Feb 7 �����Best Friends Forever by Jennifer Weiner Mar 14 ���Stones from the River by Ursula Hegi Apr 11 ����Blessings by Anna Quindlen May 9 �����The Noticer by Andy Andrews

In Stitches Knitting Group

Tuesdays • 6:00–8:00 pm Jan 11, 25; Feb 8, 15; Mar 1, 15, 29; Apr 12, 26; May 10, 24 Adults: Love knitting or want to learn? Bring your supplies and join us Tuesday evenings.

Fusion Open Play

Tuesdays • 2:30–5:00 pm • ( Jan 18; Feb 15; Mar 15; Apr 12; May 17 Grades 6–12: Teens compete on PS2 and Wii games of their choice. Ride the bus over after school and have some fun. Snacks provided.

Cooking with Mexican Herbs and Spices

Tuesday, Feb 1 • 6:30–7:30 pm • ( Adults: Explore the tasty world of Mexican cooking. Presented by Kathleen Meneses of the Master Gardeners program.

Wednesday Afternoon Book Club

Wednesdays • 4:00–4:45 pm • ( Feb 23, Mar 23, Apr 13 Grades 3–5: Come to the library after school. We will choose books to read and talk about. Also read new books from the publisher before anyone else sees them. Enjoy games, too.

Designing Techie Jewelry

Tuesday, Mar 8 • 2:30–4:30 pm Grades 6–12: Join us and create your own unique jewelry from old technology.

The American Civil War

Monday, Mar 28 • 6:30–7:30 pm • ( Adults: 2011 marks the 150th anniversary of the beginning of the Civil War. Enjoy a question and answer talk presented by Christopher Craft of the Massillon Museum.

Hummingbirds

Tuesday, Apr 5 • 7:00–8:00 pm • ( Adults: Learn all about hummingbirds, including how to attract and feed them. Presented by Barb Silvestre of the Master Gardeners program.

An Evening Musicale Tea

Tuesday, May 3 • 6:00–8:00 pm • ( Grade 5–Adults: Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your daughter, bring your mother, or bring a friend. Feel free to wear your tea party best and enjoy an evening of live music and fun. Seating is limited.

Plant Swap

Saturday, May 14 • 10:00 am –Noon • ( Adults: Bring healthy plants to swap. Labeling plants with the name and sun preference is nice, but not required.

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A script writing workshop conducted by Carol Ann Carmack, Director of the SCDL Little Theatre Troupe.

Tuesday, Jan 18 • 6:00–7:00 pm Main Library and

Saturday, Jan 22 • 2:00–3:00 pm Jackson Township Branch Ages 16 and older: Interested in writing a script for Little Theatre that could be performed on stage to standing room only audiences? First, you’ll need to know the a little bit about Little Theatre performances.

Please bring a notebook and we'll provide pencils and pens. Join us as we participate in fun writing exercises, learn about Little Theatre, and enjoy lots of laughs!

LTT Script Writing Contest rules and entry form are available online at www.starklibrary.org/littletheatretroupee.

For more information about this FREE workshop call 330.458.3165.

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In this tough economic climate, everyone is looking for a safe bet – a place where their money will be used efficiently and effectively. The Stark County District Library Foundation is a sure thing, but we need your help to stay on top. This is your chance to back a winner.

The Stark County District Library has a long tradition (more than 125 years) of making Stark County a better place to live, work, and attend school. The library helps children learn to read, students discover the world, and adults search for job, consumer, health, and other information. The library does all of this in the face of decreased funding from the state – literally doing more with less.

Your Stark County District Library is recognized as one on the top libraries in the country: •

Institute of Museum and Library Services National Medal Winner

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Library Journal Five Star Library

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A Top 10 American Library according to the HAPLR rating

More than 1.5 million people visit the Stark County District Library each year and take advantage of our services. Your contribution to the Stark County District Library Foundation will continue this tradition of excellence for future generations. Are you looking for an organization that improves the quality of life in your community?

There’s no need to gamble with your charitable contribution – the Stark County District Library Foundation is a sure thing.

Please fill out the donation form below and mail your tax deductible donation to SCDL Foundation, 715 Market Ave N, Canton OH 44702 and help continue the tradition of award–winning service.

Thank you,

David Waikem, President Stark County District Library Foundation

Kent Oliver, Executive Director Stark County District Library

Local Government Leadership Academy The Local Government Leadership Academy from Leadership Stark County and the Stark County District Library is a six week program that deals with vital issues for Stark County elected officials or aspiring candidates. It is conducted in association with The Ohio State University.

The class will meet for six weeks on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning February 8, and running through March 17 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Classes will meet at the Regional Chamber of Commerce, 222 Market Avenue N; the Main Library, 715 Market Avenue N; and the Plain Community Branch of the library, 1803 Schneider Street NE. Cost for the program is $295, and the deadline for applications is January 21, 2011.

To apply or for more information, go to www.LeadershipStarkCounty.org and click on the Apply Online tab.

Some of the topics to be discussed are: ●● Leadership skills, styles, and effective decision making ●● Economic development opportunities and techniques ●● Communicating and working with citizens ●● Understanding the media and how to make it work for you ●● Ethics ●● Regionalization

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