40 North Main Street, Niles, OH 44446 • www.mcklib.org • 330-652-1704 MARCH APRIL MAY Trivia Night Wednesday, May 15, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Join us for a fun night of trivia. Participants ages 12 and up can register individually or as a team of up to 4 people. Answers will be submitted on paper. Prizes will be awarded. Pizza and refreshments will be served. Trivia Night is free! Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Community Mosaic with the HELMS Foundation Saturday, April 20, 2–3 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to paint clay tiles that will be used to make a mosaic mural in the famous Dave Grohl Alley. HELMS Foundation staff will guide participants through the activity. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Cider and Donut Tasting with White House Fruit Farm Friday, April 19, 10 a.m.–11 a.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Sample White House Fruit Farm’s delicious cider while learning about how apple cider is made. A variety of scrumptious donut flavors will also be available. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Ohio Deaf History Month: Celebrating Deaf History and Culture Wednesday, April 3, 6–7:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Join us as Mackenzie Goranitis from Easterseals discusses Deaf history and culture. Learn some basic American Sign Language and discover the resources and supportive services that Easterseals provides to the Deaf community. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Easter Celebration Saturday, March 16, 2–3 p.m. at the Library and Memorial Grounds Children ages 4–9 are welcome to join us for an egg hunt on the grounds of the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial (weather permitting). Kids and kids at heart can take pictures with the Easter Bunny and meet therapy bunnies from F5RS Rabbit Rescue & Sanctuary. St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Shamrock Party Saturday, March 9, 2–3 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Attendees of all ages are welcome to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and learn more about the history behind the holiday while also decorating a lucky wooden or paper shamrock. Festive refreshments will be served. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. ChessClub Tuesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. at the Library Are you pawn-dering where you can practice and improve your chess game? Meet up with other players for a friendly round (or more) of this ancient strategy game. Use the library’s chess set or bring your own. Lessons will not be provided. SpiceClub March (Rosemary), April (Aleppo Pepper), May (Basil) Each month, pick up a “take-and-make" kit featuring a different herb, spice, or spice blend. Each kit will contain information, history, fun facts, two recipes, and a premeasured packet of the selected spice with enough to make the two recipes. The kits will be available at the reference desk. Kits are free, but supplies are limited. One kit per household.
One-on-One Tech Help Appointments Tuesdays, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. at the Library Looking for help with your phone, tablet, or laptop? Not sure how to set up an email address? Need a crash course in Libby or Hoopla? We’ve got your back! Sign up for a 45-minute Technology Help appointment. A scheduled appointment is required. To make an appointment, please call 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Tea Traditions Wednesday, March 6, 1:30–3:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Join us for a fascinating look at British and American tea customs and history. British restaurateur Alfred Farrand will teach us about high and afternoon tea ceremonies and tea on the American continent, with special focus on the Boston Tea Party. Antiques will be on display during the presentation. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Total Eclipse of the Sun Wednesday, March 13, 2–3 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home This presentation explains the total solar eclipse that will take place on April 8, 2024. The physics and geometry of an eclipse will be explained, including the relative motion of the Moon, Earth, and Sun. Also covered will be the continued importance of eclipses to the scientific community, as well as the importance of this particular eclipse. Safe watching sources of information will be provided. Presented by NASA Senior Aerospace Engineer Craig H. Williams. Attendees will receive a free pair of eclipse viewing glasses. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Communication with Cadence Care Network Saturday, April 6, 2–3 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Join us to learn about communication with Ms. Barb, LISW with Cadence Care Network and adjunct professor at YSU. Ms. Barb will explain what communication is and discuss the different forms of communication, argument skills, and the history of written communication. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Planning for Retirement: Social Security Benefits Wednesday, April 10, 2–3 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Social Security is a part of everyone's life and is a major source of income for most people of retirement age. If you have questions about Social Security, this program is for you! Join us as Robert Fenn, Public Affairs Specialist with the Social Security Administration, explains when to start thinking about Social Security, how to know when you’re eligible for benefits, and more. The program will end with a brief Q&A session. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Grief 101 Thursday, May 9, 5:30–6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Learn about the grieving process and how to create a new normal as you work through your grief. Presented by Hospice of the Valley’s LSW Bereavement Facilitator Kimberly Calhoun. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. ChairYoga Saturday, May 18, 2–3 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home According tolifespan.org, the benefits of chair yoga include increased flexibility, improved strength, and reduced stress. Join us for an interactive 1-hour session of chair yoga led by Mary Brown of A Moment for Me Yoga and Wellness Center. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. LEARN Needles, Hooks, & Books 1st Friday of the Month, March 1, April 5, May 3, 2–4 p.m. at the Library Bring your knitting, crocheting, or sewing project and enjoy spending time with other fiber artists! Lessons will not be provided. Pysanky: Ukrainian Easter Eggs Tuesday, March 12, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Join us to learn about the Ukrainian tradition of decorating Easter eggs, known as pysanky, and decorate an egg of your own. All supplies will be provided. Please register by Tuesday, March 5, 2024. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Yarn-Wrapped Flowerpots Friday, April 12, 10:30–11:30 a.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Celebrate spring by decorating a flowerpot with different colors of yarn. Choose from a variety of herb seeds to plant and start your spring garden. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. CREATE Mystery Readers’ Book Club Wednesdays, March 27, April 24, May 29, 6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home March: Echoes Among the Stones by Jaime Jo Wright April: Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia May: Holly by Stephen King Cookbook Club 2nd Wednesday of the Month, March 13, April 10, May 8, 10:30 a.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home If you love browsing cookbooks and trying new recipes, this is the club for you! We’ll discuss a new cookbook or theme each month. March: Real Irish Foodby David Bowers April: Heroes’ Feast: The Official Dungeons & Dragons Cookbook by Kyle Newman, Jon Peterson, and Michael Witwer May: The Book of Burger by Rachael Ray BookChat Thursdays, March 7, April 4, May 2, 3 p.m. at Niles SCOPE - andMondays, March 18, April 15, May 20, 6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home March: The Lager Queen of Minnesotaby J. Ryan Stradal April: The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown May: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt MovieClub 1st Tuesday of the Month, March 5, April 2, May 7, 6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Calling all movie buffs! Watch the movie(s) at home, then join us for a friendly discussion. March: Defending Your Lifedirected by Albert Brooks April: ThePublic directed by Emilio Estevez May: Star Trek IV: The Voyage Homedirected by Leonard Nimoy DISCUSS
Teen Creative Space May 9, 16, 23, & 30 Unleash your creativity! Meet up with other teens and choose from a variety of hands-on activities to unlock your imagination. All supplies will be provided. Framed Crossword Art May2 Use letter tiles to create a framed crossword puzzle with names or words that mean something to you! All supplies will be provided. Teen Creative Space April 11, 18, & 25 Unleash your creativity! Meet up with other teens and choose from a variety of hands-on activities to unlock your imagination. All supplies will be provided. Writing Workshop April 4 Hone your writing skills and collaborate with other teens in a stress-free, judgmentfree zone! Enjoy fun writing exercises and create your own characters, stories, and poems. All supplies will be provided. Teen Creative Space March 14, 21, & 28 Unleash your creativity! Meet up with other teens and choose from a variety of hands-on activities to unlock your imagination. All supplies will be provided. Goofy Art Club March7 Choose from a variety of craft materials and art supplies to make your own masterpiece—the sillier the better! All supplies will be provided. Teen Scene Thursday March 7–May 30 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Teens ages 12–18 are invited to get creative and enjoy some snacks every Thursday! Join us for a special activity and pizza party once a month. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 4. TEENS United Way of Trumbull County now offers Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Ohio to residents of Trumbull County. Started by Dolly Parton herself, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Ohio is supported in Ohio by Governor Mike DeWine and first lady Fran DeWine. Through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Ohio, your child will receive a FREE age-appropriate book mailed directly to their home each month until their fifth birthday. This program allows your child to accumulate a free personal library to help develop the skills necessary to be ready for school. * All families in Trumbull County with children birth to age five are eligible to enroll. For more information and to enroll visit: www.mcklib.org/content/imagination-library Enroll your child for a free monthly book!* FREE BOOKS for KIDS! May Day Celebration Wednesday, May 1, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Children ages 5-11 are invited to join us for an event to celebrate May Day. They will learn about the history of May Day and make a paper flower craft. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 4. Spring Storytime Mondays, March 4–May 20 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. at the Library Caregivers and their children ages 0–4 years are invited to attend storytime to encourage a love of reading with fun stories, songs, and crafts. Stop by to celebrate a different theme each week! Storytime will be held in the children’s room of the library. NEWDAY &TIMES! CHILDREN
Watch for program information on our website, social media, and in the Summer Newsletter coming out in June. Summer Reading for All Ages Saturday, June 1–Saturday, July 27 CURBSIDE HOURS Mon–Thu: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Fri &Sat: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Sun: CLOSED To make an appointment Call 330-652-1704, ext. 1 LIBRARY HOURS Mon–Thu: 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Fri &Sat: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Sun: CLOSED Hours OPENHOURS Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays from 1–4:30p.m. To schedule a tour, please call 330-652-1704, ext. 3 William McKinley Birthplace Home McKinley Memorial Library @McKinleyMemorialLibrary McKinleyMemorialLibrary Follow Us on Social Media McKinley Memorial Library Phone: 330-652-1704 Fax: 330-652-5788 Email: mckinley@mcklib.org Department Extensions Circulation, ext. 1 Reference/Adult Services, ext. 3 Children's Room/Teens, ext. 4 Library Director Carrie Kibby, ext. 5 Deputy Director Sonya Picuri, ext. 7 Library Board of Trustees Meredith Elliott, President James A. Yuhasz, Vice President Sherry Rose, Secretary Sandy Bilovesky Kadie Bowen Devon Stanley John Yuhasz Friends of the Library Kadie Bowen, President 330-544-0199 Contact Us ►All brands and flavors of cereal are welcome. ►Please make sure all donations are unopened and unexpired. ►Donations may be dropped off at McKinley Memorial Library or at Niles Community Services. Monday, April 1–Saturday, April 27 The McKinley Memorial Library will be collecting cereal to benefit Niles Community Services. Concert Details Coming Soon! FREE SUMMER CONCERTS! Select Thursdays●6:30—8 p.m. on the grounds of the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Get ready to explore, become inspired, and connect with your library during National Library Week 2024! Libraries are a place to connect with others and learn new skills. Find your crew at your library’s author talks, programs, workshops, book clubs, and more! April7-13 MAY Because I’m Your Mom by Ahmet Zappa APRIL Let’sGo Puddling! by Emma Perry MARCH AFew Beautiful Minutes: Experiencing a Solar Eclipse by Kate Allen Fox StoryWalk® is located at Stevens Park in Niles, Ohio
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