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library newsletter:

May 2013Happenings @ Your Library - pdf (*Note: Long download.)

Summer 2013 Happenings @ Your Library - pdf

news releases featuring library programs:

May Programs • June Program • July Programs • August Programs

library programs & events systemwide:
Golden Oldies Classic Movie Matinee ◄

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Newport Library at Other

Popcorn and fun! Join us for a golden oldie movie matinee.
Well provide the popcorn and the classic movie,
Youll bring your own covered beverage.
Children must be accompanied by an Adult.
"The Man from Utah" with John Wayne and Polly Ann Young
Saturday May 25 at 10:00am at NEWPORT

iPad Play- Austintown ◄

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Austintown Library at Public Area

Hey, kids! Want to use an iPad? Hey, adults! Want to motivate your child to learn? Call 330.744.8636 and ask for the librarian at the location you would like to visit. We'll ask for the subject area you'd like to explore with your child and schedule you for a twenty minute session with the Library's iPad. Registration and adult ID(valid license, state ID or library card) is required. For kids from age four to those in sixth grade. Child must be accompanied by an adult.
Appointments are available from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Sensory Story Time - Boardman ◄

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

Join us for a family story time for children of all ages with a sensory focus. This program is designed for children with different needs, including those with Autism, speech/language delays, cognitive impairments, AD/HD and other special needs and challenges. We will enjoy books, music and sensory stations with a schedule board and double visuals. Children must attend with an adult. Registration is required. Call 330.744.8636 and ask for Boardman Library.

HOLIDAY CLOSING ◄

When: Sunday, May 26, 2013 - All Day
Where: Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County - All Location

SUNDAY OF MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

HOLIDAY CLOSING -- Memorial Day ◄

When: Monday, May 27, 2013 - All Day
Where: Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County - All Location

All libraries in the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County system will be closed for Memorial Day.

Baby Brilliant: Fun Time for 4s & 5s - Canfield ◄

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Canfield Library at Children's Activity Room

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Blood Pressure Screening by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross ◄

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Poland Library at Public Area

Blood pressure screening by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross. Poland Library, 1PM-4PM.

Baby Brilliant: Fun Time for 4s and 5s-Poland ◄

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Family Story Time -Main ◄

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Main Library at MN Large Meeting Room

Blast off into outer space with out of this world stories and fun! For all ages. Children under age 7 must be accompanied by an adult.

Kindle Klasses ◄

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Canfield Library at CN Meeting Room

Bring your Kindle and join us to learn how to download eBooks to your device. Dont forget your Amazon account and email information! Space is limited. Call 330.744.8636 and ask for the branch by name to register.

Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books - Poland ◄

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

For caregivers and their little ones who are 6 to 23 months. Twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s - Canfield ◄

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Canfield Library at Children's Activity Room

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s - Austintown ◄

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Austintown Library at Children's Activity Room

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Family Story Time - Boardman ◄

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

Children of all ages and parents are invited to join us for stories and fun in this 30 minute story time. Crawl through our tunnels and try our paper and pencil mazes.

Baby Brillant: Fun Time for 4s and 5s - Austintown ◄

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Austintown Library at Children's Activity Room

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Kindle Klass ◄

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Austintown Library at AU Meeting Room

Bring your Kindle to the library and we'll show you how to download eBooks from the Library's Digital Catalog on our website. Space is limited. Call 330.744.8636 and ask for Austintown Library to register.

Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s - Poland ◄

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Gotta Move Storytime! - Austintown ◄

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Austintown Library at AU Meeting Room

For children ages 2-5 who are accompanied by a caregiver. Join us for a variety of musical and movement activities that appeal to the "young and restless," stimulate brain development, and motivate language learning. Adults and kids, get ready to act out stories and rhymes, sing and dance, and talk and play!

Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s - Poland ◄

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Sundae on Thursday ◄

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Canfield Library at CN Meeting Room

It's almost summer - celebrate with a sundae on a Thursday! For teens in grades 7-12.

Get your game on ◄

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Newport Library at Other

Play your favorite X box games on a big screen. For teens in grades 7-12.

Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s -Newport ◄

When: Friday, May 31, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: Newport Library at NP Large Meeting Room (A)

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Appy Hour - Teen Edition ◄

When: Friday, May 31, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Poland Library at PO Meeting Room

What's an app? What apps are right for me? Learn all about popular apps for smartphones and mobile devices. See a variety of apps that will make your life easier and more fun.
3:30PM-4:30PM, Poland Library

Getting Started With Foundation Grants to Individuals Online-Main ◄

When: Saturday, June 01, 2013 - 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Main Library at Computer Center

learn effective strategies for finding funders that support individuals with the Foundation Center's online funding database. To register, call 330.744.8636 and ask for the Information Services department or register online at http://www.libraryvisit.org/programs.aspx using the events calendar

Blood Drive by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross ◄

When: Saturday, June 01, 2013 - 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Where: Austintown Library at AU Meeting Room

Proudly serving the needs of St. Elizabeth Hospital. Taking blood donations to help our community. AU Branch from 9:30AM-3:30PM.

American Red Cross Blood Pressure Screening - Boardman ◄

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

Blood Pressure Screening by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross.
Boardman, 12:30 - 3 p.m., Mon., June 3

East Friends Committee Meeting ◄

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: East Library at EA Meeting Room

East Friends committee meeting

Recipe Exchange ◄

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Newport Library at Other

FREE! FREE! FREE RECIPES! Come to Newport for a recipe exchange program. Swap family favorites and acquire new recipes to try, as well as discussion on tips and techniques for creative cooking.
Monday June 3 at 4:30 pm.

iPad Play - Main ◄

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Main Library at Children's Area

iPad Play - Hey, kids! Want to use an iPad? Hey, adults! Want to motivate your child to learn? Call 330.744.8636 and ask for a librarian at the location you would like to visit. We'll ask for the subject area you'd like to explore with your child and schedule you for a twenty minute session with the Library's iPad. Registration and adult ID (valid license, state ID or library card) is required. For kids from age four to those in sixth grade. Child must be accompanied by an adult.
Appointments are available from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Appy Hour ◄

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

What's an app? What apps are right for me? Learn all about popular apps for smartphones and mobile devices. See a variety of apps that will help you connect to your library, find a good place to eat, keep you entertained in a long grocery line, find a great new recipe, or find great music to listen to on your walk. Registration recommended, call 330.744.8636, and ask for Poland.
6PM-7PM, Poland Library

BIC - Investment Research 24/7 - Boardman ◄

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

Join Stuart Gibbs, the Business and Investment Center librarian, to learn about databases to assist you in making your personal finance choices. Featured databases are Business Insights: Global, Morningstar Investment Research Center, and Standard & Poor's NetAdvantage. WI-FI access allows you to bring your device to research these powerful sources of reference.

Friends of the Poland Library Meeting and Presentation ◄

When: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Poland Library at PO Meeting Room

Meeting and presentation.

Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books -Austintown ◄

When: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Austintown Library at Children's Activity Room

For caregivers and their little ones who are 6 to 23 months. Twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Baby Brilliant: Fun Time for 4s and 5s-Poland ◄

When: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

BIC - SCORE @ the Library - Main ◄

When: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 - 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Main Library at Information Services

Need advice on starting a business or helping your established business grow? Ask questions on any business topic! SCORE, Counselors to America's Small Business, in partnership with the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, will have two volunteers in the Business and Investment Center (BIC) of Main Library to provide advice and answer questions.

SCORE counselors will be available from 5:30-7:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month in the Information Services Department's Business and Investment Center, located on the second floor of the Main Library, 305 Wick Ave.

The service is free. To talk with a business professional from SCORE, please call 330-941-2948 for an appointment.

Nook For Newbies ◄

When: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Austintown Library at AU Meeting Room

Bring your Nook to the library and we'll show you how to download eBooks from the Library's Digital Catalog on our website. Dont forget your Adobe ID and email information. Space is limited. Call 330.744.8636 and ask for the branch by name to register.

Family Story Time - Boardman ◄

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

Join us for stories and fun for children of all ages. Parents are invited to join their children in this 30 minute program.

Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books - Poland ◄

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

For caregivers and their little ones who are 6 to 23 months. Twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Movie Night ◄

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 5:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Where: East Library at Other

Popcorn and fun! Join us for a movie night.
Well provide the popcorn and the movie,
Youll bring your own covered beverage.
Children must be accompanied by an Adult.
Movie will be a newly released DVD rated PG to G.
Wednesday June 5th at 5:00pm at EAST

TAB Meeting ◄

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

Check us out at the monthly TAB (Teen Advisory Board)meeting. We meet the first Wednesday of the month at the Boardman Library. Newcomers are always welcome. For teens in grades 7-12.

Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books - Main ◄

When: Thursday, June 06, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Main Library at Children's Area

For caregivers and their little ones who are 6 to 23 months. Twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wiggle Worms Storytime! - Austintown ◄

When: Thursday, June 06, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Austintown Library at AU Meeting Room

For children ages 2-5 who are accompanied by a caregiver. Join us for a variety of musical and movement activities that appeal to the "young and restless," stimulate brain development, and motivate language learning. Adults and kids, get ready to act out stories and rhymes, sing and dance, and talk and play!

School's Out! Teen Summer Reading Kick Off! ◄

When: Thursday, June 06, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Newport Library at Other

Celebrate the last day of school with games, food and Teen Summer Reading info. For teens in grades 7 - 12.

Show What You Know: Crochet! - Boardman ◄

When: Thursday, June 06, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

A crochet class for beginners. Beginners are invited to repeat the class until proficient. Bring a ball of cotton yarn or a skein of 3 or 4 ply yarn. Bring a size G crochet hook and a size G or H afghan hook to learn Tunisian crochet to make a tissue holder or a dish cloth. Adults and teens may register by calling 330.744.8636 and ask for the Boardman Library.

Get Connected With Your eReader @ the Library ◄

When: Saturday, June 08, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

Bring your eReader to the Library and well show you how to download eBooks from the Librarys Digital Catalog on our website. Space is limited. Call 330.744.8636 and ask for the branch by name to register. 10AM - 11AM, Poland Library

Saturday Movie Matinee ◄

When: Saturday, June 08, 2013 - 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Newport Library at Other

Popcorn and fun! Join us for a Saturday Movie Matinee.
Well provide the popcorn and the movie,
Youll bring your own covered beverage.
Children must be accompanied by an Adult.
Movie will be a newly released DVD rated PG to G.
Saturaday June 8 at 10:00am at NEWPORT

Get Connected With Your eReader @ the Library ◄

When: Saturday, June 08, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Springfield Library at Public Area

Bring your eReader to the Library and well show you how to download eBooks from the Librarys Digital Catalog on our website. Space is limited. Call 330.744.8636 and ask for the branch by name to register. 3PM - 4PM, Springfield Library

Boardman Friends of the Library Meeting and Presentation ◄

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

Summer Picnic for members. Reservations required.

Get Connected With Your eReader @ the Library ◄

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

Bring your eReader to the Library and well show you how to download eBooks from the Librarys Digital Catalog on our website. Space is limited. Call 330.744.8636 and ask for the branch by name to register. 6PM - 7PM, Poland Library

Kindle Klass ◄

When: Monday, June 10, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Austintown Library at AU Meeting Room

Bring your Kindle to the library and we'll show you how to download eBooks from the Library's Digital Catalog on our website. Dont forget your Amazon account and email information. Space is limited. Call 330.744.8636 and ask for the branch by name to register.

Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books -Austintown ◄

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Austintown Library at Children's Activity Room

For caregivers and their little ones who are 6 to 23 months. Twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Digital Downloading for Apple Devices ◄

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Canfield Library at CN Meeting Room

Bring your iPad, iPod Touch or iPhone and join us. Well show you how to download digital books from the Librarys Digital Catalog on the Library website. Space is limited. Call 330.744.8636 and ask for the branch by name to register.

Lego My Library-Poland ◄

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

Kids, age 6 and up, will meet to enjoy creating Lego designs. Legos will be provided. 6-7 p.m.

Reading Rocks! Unearth Some Fun At The Library -Main ◄

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Main Library at MN Large Meeting Room

It's a construction zone! Jump in your digger and let's get started! Fun for all ages. Children under age 7 must be accompanied by an adult.

Father's Day Family Story Time - Boardman ◄

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:35 AM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

Join us for stories and fun for children of all ages. Parents are invited to join their children in this 30 minute program with a Father's Day theme and craft activity.

Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books - Poland ◄

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

For caregivers and their little ones who are 6 to 23 months. Twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Blood Pressure Screening by The Black Nurses Association ◄

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Newport Library at Public Area

Blood Pressure Screening by The Black Nurses Association
Newport 10-12pm Wednesday June 12th.

Blood Drive by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross ◄

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 12:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Poland Library at PO Meeting Room

Proudly serving the needs of St. Elizabeth Hospital. Taking blood donations to help our community. For appointments call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Poland, 12:30-6:30 p.m., Wed., June 12

Association of Black Nurses Blood Pressure Screening ◄

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: East Library at Public Area

Association of Black Nurses Blood Pressure Screening
East Wednesday June 12th from 1-3pm

Puzzle Swap ◄

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Children's Activity Room

Done with your jigsaw puzzle? Want to try another? Join jigsaw enthusiasts and swap puzzles! Sponsored by the Friends of PLYMC.

Genealogical Research @ Main Library ◄

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Main Library at MN Large Meeting Room

This program will provide a thorough survey of the Librarys print and electronic resources deemed most useful for family history research. Registration is required.

Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s-Main ◄

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Where: Main Library at MN Large Meeting Room

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s - Poland ◄

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s - Poland ◄

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Dads and Duct Tape - Boardman ◄

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

Tweens in grades 4-6 are invited to come make Dad a special Father's Day Gift using duct tape. Teen craft consultant will be Katrina Robison, a member of the Teen Advisory Board. Call 330.744.8636 and ask for the Boardman Library to register.

Coupon Swap @ the Library ◄

When: Friday, June 14, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Canfield Library at CN Meeting Room

Do you have coupons you dont need or need coupons you dont have? Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. and noon at the Canfield Library to stretch your shopping dollars by swapping coupons or learning new tips from other coupon-clippers.

Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books - Boardman ◄

When: Friday, June 14, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

For babies 6-23 months. Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s -Newport ◄

When: Friday, June 14, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: Newport Library at NP Large Meeting Room (A)

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 2-3) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Juneteenth Celebration ◄

When: Saturday, June 15, 2013 - All Day
Where: East Library at EA Meeting Room

Family Juneteenth Celebration at 1:00 p.m.

Coupon Swap @ the Library ◄

When: Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Canfield Library at CN Meeting Room

Do you have coupons you dont need or need coupons you dont have? Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. and noon at the Canfield Library to stretch your shopping dollars by swapping coupons or learning new tips from other coupon-clippers.

Sensory Story Time- Boardman ◄

When: Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

Join us for a family story time for children of all ages with a sensory focus. This program is designed for children with different needs, including those with Autism, speech/language delays, cognitive impairments, AD/HD and other special needs and challenges. We will enjoy books, music and sensory stations with a schedule board and double visuals. Children must attend with an adult. Registration is required. Call 330.744.8636 and ask for Boardman Library.

Friends Meeting ◄

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Austintown Library at AU Meeting Room

Friends Meeting

Reading Rocks!- West ◄

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 12:45 PM
Where: West Library at Public Area

Unearth some fun at the Library! Attend a Mini Motors Maker workshop, presented by OH WOW! The Gloria and Roger Jones Children's Center for Science and Technology. Kids will make their own motors using a kit developed by the Youngstown Warren Inventors Association. Reservations are need and are limited to 50 participants.

American Red Cross Blood Drive - Boardman ◄

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

Blood drive at the Boardman Library on June 17, 2013 from
1:00PM - 6:00PM.

Summer Reading Kick-Off ◄

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - All Day
Where: Newport Library at NP Large Meeting Room (A)

Summer Reading Kick-Off

Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books -Austintown ◄

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Austintown Library at Children's Activity Room

For caregivers and their little ones who are 6 to 23 months. Twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Headlines! Headlines! Dig This! -Main ◄

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: Main Library at Public Area

Bad Kitty for President! Join the Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre and witness how elections really work. Based on Nick Bruel's book of the same name. Fun for the whole family. No reservations are needed.

Blood Pressure Screenings ◄

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Struthers Library at Public Area

Blood pressure screening by the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross. From 1 - 4 pm Tuesday.

Salem Area Visiting Nurse Association Free Blood Pressure Check ◄

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Canfield Library at Public Area

Free blood pressure screening from 1:00-3:00 P.M.

Headlines! Headlines! Dig This!- Boardman ◄

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Where: Boardman Library at Public Area

Bad Kitty for President! Join the Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre and witness how elections really work. Based on Nick Bruel's book of the same name. Fun for the whole family. No reservations are needed.

BIC - SCORE @ the Library - Main ◄

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Main Library at Information Services

Need advice on starting a business or helping your established business grow? Ask questions on any business topic! SCORE, Counselors to America's Small Business, in partnership with the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, will have two volunteers in the Business and Investment Center (BIC) of Main Library to provide advice and answer questions.

SCORE counselors will be available from 5:30-7:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month in the Information Services Department's Business and Investment Center, located on the second floor of the Main Library, 305 Wick Ave.

The service is free. To talk with a business professional from SCORE, please call 330-941-2948 for an appointment.

Baby Brilliant: Bonding with Babies and Books - Poland ◄

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Poland Library at PO Children's Activity Room

For caregivers and their little ones who are 6 to 23 months. Twenty minutes of language enrichment including rhymes, songs and stories, followed by time to play and socialize. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Headlines! Headlines! Dig This! - Austintown ◄

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: Austintown Library at AU Meeting Room

Bad Kitty for President! Join the Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre and witness how elections really work. Based on Nick Bruel's book of the same name. Fun for the whole family. No reservations are needed.

Family Story Time- Boardman ◄

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Boardman Library at BD Meeting Room

Join us for stories and fun for children of all ages. Parents are invited to join their children in this 30 minute program.

Reading Rocks!-Newport ◄

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Newport Library at Public Area

Unearth some fun at the library with Mad Science of Northeast Ohio. Explore the science underground from the layers of the Earth to soil and the creatures that live in it, to what makes an earthquake and even throw in a volcano or two.

ASECU ◄

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Austintown Library at AU Meeting Room

Library Staff can meet and sign up with the representative from the Associated Employee Credit Union.

Reading Rocks! - Greenford ◄

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 2:40 PM
Where: Greenford Library at Public Area

Unearth some fun at the library.
Sharing stories, games and a craft as we dig into reading!

Headlines! Headlines! Dig This!-Poland ◄

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Where: Poland Library at Public Area

Bad Kitty for President! Join the Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre and witness how elections really work. Based on Nick Bruel's book of the same name. Fun for the whole family. No reservations are needed.

The Wednesday boredom buster. ◄

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Newport Library at Other

Looking for something to do? Come and see what's going on in the Newport Library's Teen Room. Every Wednesday afternoon during the Summer break. For teens going in to grades 7 - 12.

Reading Rocks! - Brownlee Woods ◄

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Brownlee Woods Library at Public Area

Unearth some fun at the library with Jungle Terry and his live safari animals. Snakes...turtles....alligators....frogs....which one will you touch? For children of all ages. No reservations needed.

Page Turners - Book Club-Austintown ◄

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Austintown Library at AU Meeting Room

Love books? Looking for a good read?
Hear what others are reading and share your favorite read, or just come in and join the fun! 6:00-7:00pm.

Baby Brilliant: Fun Time for 4s and 5s-Main ◄

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Main Library at MN Large Meeting Room

Join us for developmentally appropriate books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and other activities that will help your child (ages 4-5) become a successful reader. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Reading Rocks! - Sebring ◄

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Sebring Library at Public Area

Unearth some fun at the Library with magician Tom Phoolery. Dig up good books, magic, and more. Fun for kids of all ages.

Reading Rocks --Campbell ◄

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Campbell Library at Public Area

Join Jolly the Clown for magic and more. Fun for kids of all ages.

Reading Rocks! - Springfield ◄

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Springfield Library at Public Area

Unearth some fun at the library with Jeff Nicholas. Have a "hole" lot of fun as Jeff entertains with original illustrations and humorous stories. Learn how to create his quirky, underground characters using a simple "draw along" cartooning method. For school age children. No reservations needed.

Reading Rocks! - East ◄

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: East Library at Public Area

Unearth some fun at the library with Jungle Terry and his live safari animals. Snakes...turtles....alligators....frogs....which one will you touch? For children of all ages. No reservations needed.

Teen Urban Book Group ◄

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Where: Newport Library at Other

We're talking about the Bluford High series, Book 5. For teens in grades 7-12.

iPad Play - Austintown ◄

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Austintown Library at Public Area

Hey, kids! Want to use an iPad? Hey, adults! Want to motivate your child to learn? Call 330.744.8636 and ask for the librarian at the location you would like to visit. We'll ask for the subject area you'd like to explore with your child and schedule you for a twenty minute session with the Library's iPad. Registration and adult ID (valid license, state ID or library card) is required. For kids from age four to those in sixth grade. Child must be accompanied by an adult.
Appointments are available from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Reading Rocks! - Canfield ◄

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: Canfield Library at Public Area

Unearth some fun at the library with Mr. Puppet and his cousin, Joey the Mouse. Ventriloquist and puppeteer Bob Abdou will leave everyone laughing! For kids of all ages. No reservations are needed.

Reading Rocks!- Struthers ◄

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Where: Struthers Library at ST Meeting Room

Unearth some fun at the library with Mr. Puppet and his cousin, Joey the Mouse. Ventriloquist and puppeteer Bob Abdou will leave everyone laughing! For kids of all ages. No reservations are needed.

Saturday Movie Matinee ◄

When: Saturday, June 22, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Newport Library at Other

Popcorn and fun! Join us for a Saturday Movie Matinee.
Well provide the popcorn and the movie,
Youll bring your own covered beverage.
Children must be accompanied by an Adult.
Movie will be a newly released DVD rated PG to G.
Saturday June 22 at 10:00am at NEWPORT

Author Tommy Gong Booksigning - Bruce Lee; The Evolution of a Martial Artist ◄

When: Saturday, June 22, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Poland Library at PO Meeting Room

Author Visit at 10:00 a.m. at the Poland Library Meeting room with Tommy Gong who will sign and talk about his new book Bruce Lee; The Evolution of a Martial Artist. Event is free to attend sponsored by the Friends of PLYMC.

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