CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS

“Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day!” - Try our print-n-play crossword and earn a prize when you turn in your completed puzzle. For children of all ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Main Library, Library Hours, January

“Celebrity Pajama Jam: Sleepy-Time Fun for the Family” - Put on your PJs, bring out the whole family and listen to bedtime stories read by Mr. Masucci, principal at North Elementary. For children of all ages.
Poland, 7-7:30 p.m., Jan. 26

“Chinese New Year Coloring Contest for the Year of the Ox” - Use your coloring skills to bring the ox to life and YOU might win a prize! For grades K-6. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Canfield, Library Hours, Jan. 26-31

“Creation Station: A Make-and-Take Craft Program” - For grades K-6.
Austintown, Library Hours, January
Boardman, Library Hours, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 (Program: Score points every Saturday and pick your favorite winter or Chinese New Year craft.)
Brownlee Woods, 4-7 p.m., Jan. 14
Campbell, 4-7 p.m., Jan. 13
Lake Milton, Library Hours, January
North Jackson, Library Hours, January
South, Library Hours, Jan. 19-30
Struthers, 4-7 p.m., Jan. 12
West, Library Hours, Jan. 19-31

“Family Story Time: Know Snow” - Bring your family to enjoy stories and songs about snow, make a snow globe and have an indoor snowball fight! For toddlers to third-graders. Children younger than 7 must be accompanied by an adult.
Main Library, 7 p.m., Jan. 13

“Fun Time for 4s and 5s” - Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays, and other activities that will help your child (age 4-5) become a successful reader. At Main Library, children must be accompanied by an adult.
Austintown, 10 a.m., Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27
Boardman, 10 a.m., Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27 (Program on Jan. 27: Celebrate Chinese New Year with stories and a treat. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.)
Canfield, 1:30 p.m., Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27
Main Library, 10 a.m., Jan. 8 (Program: Bears, in the Den and Out. Practice new vocabulary with stories, songs and games about bears.), Jan. 15 (Program: “S” is for Soup. Focus on the letter “S” with soup-themed stories, songs and activities.), Jan. 22 (Program: Chilly Willies. Enjoy cold and snowy rhymes, songs and games while staying warm with friends.)
Poland, 1 p.m., Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27
Springfield, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 8

“Gotta Move Story Time!” - When the book opens, do you get up and dance? Can’t sit still? Now’s your chance! A story time for you! Children must be accompanied by an adult. For ages 2-5.
Austintown, 11 a.m., Jan. 8 & 22

“Guess ’N’ Go – Do You Know?!” - Guess the number of items in the jar. Closest guess wins! For grades 6 and below.
Poland, Library Hours, Jan. 2-16
Springfield, Library Hours, Jan. 2-16

“Ha, Ha, Ha … Silly Story Time” - Try to keep a straight face while celebrating “Someday We’ll Laugh About This Week!” Silly stories, songs and a craft for ages 2-5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up.
West, 4:30 p.m., Jan. 7

“Imagine With Us: Stories and Art at the Butler Institute of American Art” - Just up the road from Main Library at The Butler Institute of American Art, one of our children’s librarians and a museum art educator will help children become master readers and create masterpieces through a story time and art activity. The program will focus on one of the museum’s major exhibits or works. Open to families of children ages 12 and younger.
The Butler Institute of American Art, 1:30-3 p.m., Jan. 18

“Kids’ Club: Year of the Ox” - Celebrate Chinese New Year with holiday stories, crafts and games. For grades K-3. Children younger than 7 must be accompanied by an adult.
Main Library, 4-5 p.m., Jan. 28

“Pajamarama!” - Stories and games for children of all ages. Wear your pajamas! Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Austintown, 6:30 p.m., Jan. 26

“Share Your Dream for the World!” - In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech, draw a picture or write a sentence about YOUR hopes and dreams for our planet. Learn cool facts about Dr. King, too! All entries will be entered into a prize drawing. For children of all ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Canfield, Library Hours, Jan. 12-19

“Something Special” - Stories and fun for ages 4-5.
Sebring, 1:30 p.m., Jan. 24

“Tiger Tales: Favorite Stories and Fun” - Stories and more fun for children of all ages.
Springfield, 11 a.m., Jan. 31

“Trim a Tree for January” - Decorate an ornament for our all-seasons tree. For children of all ages.
Poland, Library Hours, January
Springfield, Library Hours, January

“Tween Scene: Sweet New Year” - Come celebrate the sweetness of the New Year by making dipped chocolate delights and a New Year’s craft while listening to some yummy stories and poems about chocolate. For grades 4-6. Sign up. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Main Library, 4-5 p.m., Jan. 7

BABY BRILLIANT PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

“Baby Brilliant: Bonding With Babies and Books” - Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your baby (age 6-23 months) become a successful reader. Babies must be accompanied by an adult.
Austintown, 10 a.m., Jan. 8 & 22
Boardman, 10 a.m., Jan. 8
Canfield, 10 a.m., Jan. 12
Poland, 10 a.m., Jan. 7, 10, 14, 21, 28

“Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s” - Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (age 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Austintown, 10 a.m. & 11 a.m., Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28
Boardman, 10 a.m., Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28
Canfield, 10 a.m., Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27
Poland, 10 a.m., Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27

“How Cold? Quiz” - You think it’s cold outside in Youngstown? Find out just how cold it is in other parts of the world by matching the country to its coldest recorded temperature. You could win a prize! For grades 7-12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Canfield, Library Hours, January
Sebring, Library Hours, January

“I Love the ’80s” - Do you love big hair and tight jeans? Do you dream about Atari? Try our ’80s quiz and win our mystery retro prize for the highest score! For grades 7-12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Main Library, Library Hours, Jan. 5-23

“PS2 in the Afternoon” - Hang out with your friends after school and chill with some PS2 gaming. Play Guitar Hero 2, Rock Band, DDR or bring your own games. Snacks and pop are on us. For grades 7-12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Brownlee Woods, 4 p.m., Jan. 28
Campbell, 4 p.m., Jan. 20
Struthers, 4 p.m., Jan. 5

“The Real You” - Find out what your birthday, signature, dreams and palm say about you and your personality. And enjoy snacks! For grades 7-12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Austintown, 6:30 p.m., Jan. 12

“TAB: Teen Advisory Board” - Want to meet new people? Have ideas for future teen events and programs? Need service credits? Like free snacks? Then check us out at the monthly TAB (Teen Advisory Board). We meet the first Wednesday of the month. Newcomers are always welcome! For grades 7-12.
Boardman, 6:30 p.m., Jan. 7

“What Is Your Pet Thinking?” - Jan. 22 is “Answer Your Cat’s Question Day.” Celebrate all month long at the Boardman Library by adding captions to your pet photos – or ours – for a chance to win a prize. For grades 7-12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Boardman, Library Hours, January

“Business & Investment Center: Small-Business Seminar” - Are you thinking about starting a business in the near future or further down the road? Attend this seminar and learn important information for starting a successful business. Members of SCORE, Counselors to America's Small Business, will address key topics for those considering beginning a business: the business and marketing plans, as well as finances. A librarian from Main Library's Information Services department will discuss the Library's sources and services for business start-up and beyond. Registration is required: call 330-744-8636 and press “2” at the prompt.
Main Library, 6-8:30 p.m., Jan. 26

“Friends of the Library Meetings” - Friends of the Library are special volunteers who give of their time and services to support the Library. To join or find out more, call the Library’s development office at 330-744-8636, extension 118.
Austintown, 10 a.m., Jan. 12 (Program: Book Discussion – “Vengeance From the Grave” – conducted by the book’s author, Austintown resident Bruno Yeropoli)
Boardman, 10 a.m., Jan. 12 (Program: “Jazz Greats” by singer Ellen Banks)

“Friends of PLYMC Meeting” - Guest speaker Christine Davidson of the Mahoning River Restoration Project will discuss the project’s activities and goals, as well as the restoration’s economic and quality-of-life benefits to the Mahoning Valley. She will also explain how individuals and community groups can participate in the restoration.
Main Library, 7 p.m., Jan. 21

“Grant Center: Grant-Seeking Basics” - Learn how the Grant Center's resources can help you become a more effective grant-seeker! This introductory session geared to beginners provides instruction in foundation research and identifying potential funders. It also includes a tour of the Grant Center. Registration is required: call 330-744-8636 and press “2” at the prompt.
Main Library, 9:30 a.m., Jan. 10

“Grant Center: Introduction to the Foundation Directory Online” - Get a hands-on introduction to the Foundation Center's Web subscription database, the Foundation Directory Online Professional. Learn to create customized searches that develop targeted lists of foundations matching your organization's funding needs, and search for grants made by top funders. Registration is required; call 330-744-8636 and press "2" at the prompt.
Main Library, 9:30 a.m., Jan. 21

“Blood-Pressure Screenings by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross”
Austintown, 1-3 p.m., Jan. 21
Boardman, 12:30-3 p.m., Jan. 5
Poland, 1- 4 p.m., Jan. 27
Struthers, 1-4 p.m., Jan. 20

“Blood-Pressure Screenings by the ‘Original’ Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning Co.”
Main Library, 10 a.m.-Noon, Jan. 23
West, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Jan. 20

The Library is closed the following dates:
Jan. 1 for New Year’s Day
Jan. 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day