February January December WINTER 2024-2025 40 North Main Street, Niles, OH 44446 • www.mcklib.org • 330-652-1704 Family Movie Night Wednesday, February 19, 5–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Spend a cozy winter evening with us as we watch a movie that all ages will enjoy! Our movie selection will be announced the week before the event. Refreshments will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Presidents’ Day Open Hours Monday, February 17, 1–4:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Tour the replica of the home where William McKinley, the 25th President of the United States, was born. Presidents’ Day Celebration Saturday, February 15, 2–4 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home At 3 p.m., dive into the history of Presidents’ Day with Belinda Weiss from the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum. Enjoy tours, trivia, and light refreshments (while supplies last) from 2–4 p.m. Bigfoot Researcher Amy Bue Saturday, February 8, 1–2 p.m. located at and presented in partnership with the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum Amy Bue crosses the country speaking about and researching Bigfoot in areas of high interest while following up on witness reports and looking for evidence of Bigfoot’s existence. Ages 12 and up. William McKinley’s 182nd Birthday Celebration Saturday, January 25, 2–4 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Enjoy games, light refreshments (while supplies last), and Birthplace Home tours. At 3 p.m., President McKinley (portrayed by Mike Wilson) will discuss the role faith played in his upbringing. MML Plays: Magic the Gathering Wednesday, January 22, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Tom Vaughn of ICG Hobbies & Games in Sharon and Niles will dive into the world of Magic the Gathering and demonstrate the popular trading card game. Ages 12 and up. No experience necessary. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Gingerbread House Workshop Thursday, December 19, 6 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Build and decorate a gingerbread house using the supplies provided (or bring your own). All ages welcome! One gingerbread house per family. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext.3. 12th Annual McKinley Christmas Saturday, December 14, 12–4 p.m. • McKinley Birthplace Home • National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum • Niles Historical Society’s Ward-Thomas House • Von Isley Estate (Former Clingan-Waddell Mansion) Free transportation will shuttle guests between four locations filled with festive holiday entertainment! Activities at each site will vary. Christmas Trivia Night Tuesday, December 10, 5:30–7:30 p.m. located at and presented in partnership with the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum Participants ages 12 and up can register individually or in teams of up to 6. Small prizes will be awarded to the top trivia teams. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. ChessClub Tuesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. at the Library 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.
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. Victorian Christmas Ghost Stories: A Dramatic Reading Thursday, December 5, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Ghost stories at Christmas might seem unusual, but they were a popular tradition in Victorian England. The most famous of these stories is Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Experience this tradition for yourself as Al McKinnon reads a selection of Christmas ghost stories. Light refreshments will be served (while supplies last). Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. “The Twelve Days of Christmas:” A History Saturday, December 7, 2–4 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Explore the history behind the classic Christmas carol “The Twelve Days of Christmas” with historian and Christmas enthusiast Belinda Weiss, Director of the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Grief 101 Tuesday, January 7, 1–2 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 LSW Bereavement Facilitator Kimberly Calhoun from Mercy Health Hospice of the Valley by Compassus. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. ChairYoga Thursday, January 16, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home De-stress after the holiday season with chair yoga! Paige Ouimet with PūrYoga Studio will guide us through gentle stretches using a chair for support. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Medicare Basics Tuesday, February 11, 5:30–6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Thinking about enrolling in Medicare? Join us as Medicare Certified insurance advisor Cynthia Bianco explains your Medicare options. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Words Words Words: Understanding Shakespeare’s Text Thursday, February 20, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.” Many people are lost when it comes to the poetic prose employed by the Bard, when all it takes is a little knowledge and understanding. Join learned Shakespeare scholar Liz Conrad as she navigates through the language of William Shakespeare’s text. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Understanding Anxiety with Cadence Care Network Saturday, February 22, 2–3:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Learn about anxiety and its causes with Ms. Barb, LISW with Cadence Care Network and adjunct professor at YSU. She will also discuss how anxiety affects the brain and how to train the amygdala, a small structure in the brain that deals with emotions. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. LEARN Intro to Oil Painting Wednesday, February 5, 5–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Learn the basics of oil painting by creating a still life with Sue Senvissky of Trumbull Art Gallery! No experience necessary. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Dot Mandala Painting Tuesday, January 28, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Spend a relaxing evening creating a dot mandala painting using metallic paint and a variety of objects. No experience necessary. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Easy Yarn Wreath Ornament Wednesday, December 4, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Create a festive wreath ornament using a variety of yarn colors. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Needles, Hooks, & Books Every Friday, 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. CREATE Mystery Readers’ Book Club Wednesdays, December 18, January 29, February 26, 6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home December......Murder in the Cathedral by Cora Harrison January..........Death in the Dark Woods by Annelise Ryan February........Cahokia Jazz by Francis Spufford Adult Book Chat 3rd Monday of the Month, December 16, January 27, February 17, 6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home December......The Only Woman in the Roomby Marie Benedict January..........That Librarianby Amanda Jones February........Damnation Springby Ash Davidson Cookbook Club 2nd Wednesday of the Month, December 11, January 8, February 12, 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. December......The Perfect Cookieby America’s Test Kitchen January..........The All-Purpose Baker’s Companion by King Arthur Baking Company February........Ashia’s Tableby Ashia Ismail-Singer MovieClub 1st Tuesday of the Month, December 3, January 7, February 4, 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. December......Mr. Smith Goes to Washingtondirected by Frank Capra January..........All About Eve directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz February........Bedknobs and Broomsticks directed by Robert Stevenson DISCUSS
February 27 ► Mythology for Mortals Dive into the magic and mayhem of classic mythology! Learn about some classic myths and bring them to life in a story all your own. Pizza will be served. January 30 ►GameOn! Choose from a variety of games, both on the table and on the screen! Pizza will be served. December 19 ► Santa Scavenger Hunt Join us on a scavenger hunt through the North Pole. Complete the hunt to win a prize! Pizza will be served. December 12 ►GameOn! Choose from a variety of games, both on the table and on the screen! December 5 ► Arts and Creations Follow along with a guided craft or choose from the supplies provided to create a work of art that is all your own! December 2024 – February 2025(See dates below) 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Teens ages 12–18 are invited to get creative, play games, and more! Refreshments will be served. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 4. TEENS (Ages 12–18) February 20 ► Painting with Party Art Cafe & Studio Create a space-themed painting with Timothy Milliner of Party Art Café & Studio in Niles! February 6 ► A World of Color Get ready for a colorful afternoon! Learn about surface tension, mixtures, and more as you create tie-dye milk and make your own lava lamp. January 16 ► DIY Marble Run Design a custom marble run and test it out! Can you build the fastest track? Thursday, January 16, February 6 and 20, 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Children ages 5–11 are invited to join us on the first and third Thursday of every month for our BRAND-NEW CLUB! Each meeting, enjoy a fun new activity related to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math). Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 4. NEW! Holidays Around the World Thursday, December 12, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Children ages 5–11 are invited to learn about Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Christmas. Use what you learned to make a holiday tealight holder! Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext.4. CHILDREN (Ages 5–11) Winter Storytime Mondays, December 2–16, 2024 and January 6–February 24, 2025 ˃ Except Monday, January 20 (Closed for MLK Day) Nowonlyat 11 a.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. CHILDREN (Ages 0–4)
Various Dates and Times Presented Live Online Recorded for Later Viewing Enjoy talks from world-renowned authors and thought leaders on a wide range of interesting topics. Learn more, register for live events, and browse past recordings by visitinglibraryc.org/mcklib. Virtual Author Talks Live and On Demand! Christmas ...................... Tuesday, Dec. 24 Wednesday, Dec. 25 New Year’s .................... Tuesday, Dec. 31 Wednesday, Jan. 1 MLK Day ..........................Monday, Jan. 20 HOLIDAY CLOSINGS 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 – 4:30 p.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 SpiceClub Each month, pick up a “take-and-make" kit featuring a different herb, spice, or spice blend. Each kit will contain information about the spice, two recipes, and enough of the selected spice to make both recipes. Kits will be available at the reference desk. Supplies are limited. One kit per household. December ..... Ginger January......... Chili Powder February....... Ceylon Cinnamon Local Author Meet and Greet with Elaine Evans: Becoming Mallory Tuesday, February 18, 4:30–6:30 p.m. Meet local author Elaine Evans and have your copy of Becoming Mallory, her new book, signed. Books will not be sold at the event. Gift Wrapping Party Saturday, December 21, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Library Niles Key Club volunteers will be available to wrap your holiday gifts. You are also welcome to wrap your own using the paper, ribbon, bows, gift tags, scissors, and tape provided (while supplies last). Feel free to bring wrapping supplies to use or share. The library is not responsible for lost or broken items. Holiday Toy Drive Monday, November 11, through Saturday, December 7, at the Library Help support local families! We’re partnering with Niles Community Services to collect toys, puzzles, and books for children ages birth to 13. Donations should be new, unopened, and unwrapped. Please drop off donations at the library or at Niles Community Services. Thanks for making the holidays merry and bright! FEBRUARY IWould Love You Still by Adrea Theodore JANUARY AMischief ofMice by Christie Matheson DECEMBER The Magical Snowflake by Bernette Ford StoryWalk® is located at Stevens Park in Niles, Ohio
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