Volume 21 Issue 2 / December February 2018

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1 Volume 21 Issue 2 / December February 2018 Twenty-one years ago, MRCPL started opening on Sundays, after our first successful levy campaign. In January, the Ontario Branch will also be open on Sundays. We re giving this a trial run, from January through April; we ll be here for research on those last-minute school projects, for grabbing a movie to watch, for picking up new books to read in the coming week. Stop in after lunch, or before shopping. While you re there, we would appreciate your feedback. Let us know if you appreciate the extra hours of service. If this proves popular, we will consider continuing. Remember those endless possibilities!

2 BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS Bellville Branch Join us for a lively discussion of a popular book. The books will be available one month ahead. Light refreshments will be served. 10 AM Tue. Dec. 5 Christmas Bliss by Mary Kay Andrews Tue. Jan. 2 Say Goodbye for Now by Catherine Ryan Hyde Tue. Feb. 6 The Dogs of Babel by Carolyn Parkhurst Brickyard Books Tue. Dec. 19, Jan. 16, Feb. 20 Relax, It s Just Coffee We re taking the talk out of the Library. Book lovers, you re invited to join us on the third Tuesday of the month, at various downtown Mansfield eateries, to share your love of books and their transformative qualities. Our books are selected by the group, and the location moves around, so check at the library, or go to our Event Calendar mrcpl.org/ calendar - to see what s next. J Bromfield Book Club Malabar Farm State Park Visitor Center Join us for lively discussions of the Mansfield area s well-known author, writer, and conservationist, Louis Bromfield. Call the Lucas or Butler Branches for more information. Mon. Dec. 4 Laddie Boy by Annette Bromfield Mon. Jan. 8 View from the Fazenda by Ellen Bromfield Geld Mon. Feb. 5 Brigham Young (film)

3 Lexington Branch 2:30 PM Wed. Dec. 13, Jan. 10, Feb. 14 Bits of Books come share what you ve been reading, leave with some great book lists. Madison Branch 10 AM Sat. Dec. 2 The Magician s Lie by Greer Macallister Sat. Jan. 6 Girl Waits with Gun by Amy Stewart Sat. Feb. 3 Main Street by Sinclair Lewis Madison Branch Adult YA Book Club Perfect for the adult reader of YA Fiction. Tue. Dec. 19 The First Time She Drowned by Kerry Kletter Tue. Jan. 30 The Cellar by Natasha Preston Tue. Feb. 27 The Wrath and the Dawn by Renée Ahdieh Main Library 6:30 PM 6:30 PM Tue. Jan. 23 The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion Tue. Feb. 27 Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis by J. D. Vance No meeting in December It s easy to join our book discussion group just read the book for the month listed and come to the group for snacks and discussion! Ontario Branch Tue. Dec. 12 Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier Tue. Jan. 9 The Mountain Between Us by Charles Martin Tue. Feb. 13 Wicked by Gregory Maguire J indicates registration is required. Go to mrcpl.org/calendar to register online, or call your local library. 3

4 PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS J indicates registration is required for this program. DECEMBER Plymouth Book Sale Fri. Dec AM-5 PM Sat. Dec. 2 9 AM-3 PM Start your shopping at the Plymouth Branch. You are sure to find something for everyone! The Spirit of America s Story: The Wall Mon. Dec. 4 Main Library Tue. Dec. 5 Ontario Branch Wed. Dec. 6 Lexington Thu. Dec. 7 Main Library Join us for a fabulous tribute to the U.S. Armed Forces. This beautifully illustrated portable wall will be traveling through several of our locations beginning and ending with the Main Library. It is truly a sight to see! All ages welcome. WWII: War Production Tue. Dec. 5 J Lucas Community Center Thu. Dec. 7 J Plymouth Branch Mon. Dec. 11 J Bellville Branch Tue. Dec. 12 J Butler Branch Scott Schaut, longtime curator of the Mansfield Memorial Museum, will be bringing WWII to life with stories, film and memorabilia from this era. You will also find out just how important the role Mansfield played in winning the war. The Story of Grandma Moses: A Life in Paint Thu. Dec. 7 J Ontario Branch She is one of the most beloved folk artists of all time. We will take a peek into the life and artistry of this selftaught American icon. Bringing the Library to Your Tablet Mon. Dec. 11 J Lexington Branch Relax with us as we show you how to bring the library to life on your device! Get access to audiobooks, ebooks, movies, music and magazines. Adults only please. JANUARY/FEBRUARY An Evening with David FitzSimmons Tue. Jan. 9 J Butler Branch Tue. Jan. 16 J Main Library Thu. Jan. 18 J Lexington Branch Mon. Jan. 22 J Bellville Branch Tue. Feb. 20 J Lucas Branch Award winning photographer and author, David FitzSimmons will be joining us for an evening of fun, photography and interactive storytelling! Mr. FitzSimmons ever popular Curious Critters and the brand-new gold medal winning Wakem the Rooster will be the highlights of the evening. This program is for all ages. Bringing the Library to Your Tablet Mon. Jan. 8 J Lexington Branch Tue. Jan. 23 J Butler Branch 2 PM Mon. Feb. 12 J Lexington Branch Tue. Feb. 13 J Bellville Branch 11 AM We will show you how to bring the library to life on your device! Get access to audiobooks, ebooks, movies, music and magazines. Adults only please.

5 Movie Bingo Tue. Jan. 2 Thu. Feb. 1 All locations Challenge yourself with our movie bingo game. Turn in a completed card by February 1 to be entered in to a prize drawing! WINTER READING PROGRAM All locations Mon. Jan. 15 Wed. Feb. 14 Have you taken part in our Summer Library Program? Well, why not continue reading throughout the winter too!? Join us for our Winter Reading Program. The process is simple: You earn a ticket for every book you read, and every ticket counts as one entry in our prize drawing. So come in from the cold, cozy up, and read! Prize drawings will be held weekly with the last one occurring on Feb. 15. ADULT MONTHLY PROGRAMS J indicates registration is required for this program. Coloring Party Tue. Dec. 5, Jan. 23, Feb. 27 J Butler Branch Tue. Dec. 5, Jan. 2, Feb. 6 Madison Branch Adults can enjoy coloring too! Join us for a fun evening of good company and complex yet relaxing coloring. All supplies provided. Euchre Night Thu. Dec. 28, Jan. 25, Feb. 22 J Lucas Branch Trump your opponents in a Euchre battle for the ages. Never played before? We ll teach beginners the rules and nuances of this timeless card game. Finish It Friday Fri. Dec. 8, 22, 29; Jan. 12, 26; Feb. 9, 23 Butler Branch Fri. Dec. 1, 15; Jan. 5, 19; Feb. 2, 16 Lexington Branch 1-4 PM Need incentive to finish that project you re been working on? Bring it to the library! BLACK HISTORY CELEBRATION Saturday, February 3, 11 AM - 3 PM an afternoon of dancing, music, food and fun! Join us throughout the month as we have special presentations for all to enjoy. Please come celebrate the rich history of the past, the fellowship of the present and the hope of the future. 5

6 ADULT CRAFT PROGRAMS Registration is required for all of these programs. Check online mrcpl.org/ calendar, or call your local library to register. Arm Knitting at Bellville Thu. Dec. 7 Bellville Branch 4 PM Learn how to make a super cozy infinity scarf. Supplies are provided. Adults only please. Arm Knitting with Laura Thu. Feb. 22 Ontario Branch Join Laura Johnson as she teaches you the very popular technique of arm knitting! You will create a warm and cozy infinity scarf in the process! Adults only please. Crafty Attic: Ready, Set, SNOW! Sat. Dec. 9 Lexington Branch Mon. Dec. 11 Lucas Branch Tue. Dec. 12 Madison Branch Wed. Dec. 13 Crestview Branch 3 PM Thu. Dec. 14 Ontario Branch Sat. Dec. 16 Main Library Mon. Dec. 18 Bellville Branch Tue. Dec. 19 Butler Branch Don t you just love a good blizzard? Come in from the cold and get warm with us while we learn to create and assemble some adorable snow folk! Adults only please. Essential Oils: Learn, Make & Take Thu. Jan. 11 Crestview Branch Thu. Feb. 1 Ontario Branch Mon. Feb. 5 Bellville Branch 3 PM Tue. Feb. 6 Butler Branch Mon. Feb. 12 Main Library Tue. Feb. 13 Madison Branch Longtime essential oil educator Donna McKown will be joining us to share her knowledge and useful benefits of essential oils. You will also have the opportunity to make-n-take your very own sugar scrub! Adults only please. Paint Nite at the Library! Tue. Jan. 9 Main Library Wed. Jan. 10 Bellville Branch Thu. Jan. 11 Ontario Branch Tue. Jan. 16 Madison Branch Thu. Jan. 18 Plymouth Branch Mon. Jan. 22 Lucas Branch Tue. Jan. 23 Lexington Branch Tue. Feb. 20 Butler Branch It s back!! One of our most popular programs has returned! Unlock your inner artist and try your hand at a crisp, winter landscape! Adults only please.

7 Recycled Christmas Card Basket Sat. Dec. 2 Bellville Branch 2 PM Make a holiday basket using yarn and old Christmas cards. You may bring your own cards, or there will be plenty on hand. Adults only please. Vintage Valentine Collage Tue. Jan. 23 Madison Branch Mon. Feb. 5 Crestview Branch Tue. Feb. 6 Lexington Branch Thu. Feb. 8 Main Library Mon. Feb. 12 Bellville Branch Tue. Feb. 13 Plymouth Branch You are sure to fall madly in love with this Vintage Valentine Collage! Gina has returned to share her expertise to guide us through the steps to make this beautiful, breath taking valentine! Adults only please. REGISTER ONLINE! Now you can register for programs online! Just go to the calendar on our website: 7

8 PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN J indicates registration is required for this program. DECEMBER Christmas in the Cabin Fri. Dec. 1, 8 J Pugh Cabin at Malabar Farm Families with children Join us at Pugh Cabin at Malabar Farm for stories, songs, goodies, and a special visitor. Enhance your holiday celebration with a traditional story time by the fireside. Register online please put age after child s name. Gingerbread Houses Sat. Dec. 2 J Main Library 11 AM Sat. Dec. 2 J Lexington Branch 11 AM, 2 PM Mon. Dec. 4 J Madison Branch 4:30 PM, Tue. Dec. 5 J Bellville Branch 3:30 PM, Mon. Dec. 11 J Butler Branch 5-7 PM Tue. Dec. 12 J Crestview Branch 4:30 PM Tue. Dec. 12 J Lucas Branch 5-7 PM Sat. Dec. 16 J Plymouth Branch 10 AM, Sat. Dec. 16 J Ontario Branch 11 AM,, 3 PM Families with children Create your own gingerbread house. All materials provided. Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Sign up for only one program. Holiday Slime Wed. Dec. 6 Bellville Branch 3:30 PM Children in grades 3-5 Visit the Bellville Branch to create some festive holiday slime. Star Wars Scavenger Hunt Mon. Dec. 11-Sat. Dec. 16 All Locations Calling all Jedi! Come to the library this week to enjoy a Star Wars themed scavenger hunt to get ready for the new movie, which will be released in theatres on Dec. 15. Snazzy Snowman Contest Thu. Dec. 14-Thu. Jan. 18 Madison Branch Children in grades K-5 Pick up a snowman coloring page at the library and dress it up. Have fun creating a snow friend all your own. Entries will be judged in two age groups: K-3 and 4-5. Rudolph Paper Craft for Kids Sat. Dec. 16 Main Library 1-3 PM Children in grades K-5 Create a picture of Rudolph the rednosed reindeer with paint and paper. All materials provided. Holiday Make-It Take-It Mon. Dec. 18 Madison Branch 3- Families with children Bring the family and jump-start the Christmas season with crafting fun (while supplies last).

9 Holiday Scavenger Hunt Wed. Dec. 20-Sat. Dec. 30 All locations Stop by anytime the library is open to take part in a Holiday Scavenger Hunt. Find all the pictures and get a prize! Watch and Play Movie Thu. Dec. 28 Main Library 11 AM Families with children Enjoy and interact with a wintery episode of Doc McStuffins! Activities, props, and snacks provided. Join us for a snowy good time! Celebrate Cars 3 at the Library Thu. Dec. 28 Main Library 2 PM Fans of Lightning McQueen will enjoy this special afternoon showing of Cars 3 in the Children s Department at 2 PM. Come join us for a movie and a special Cars 3 craft. Snowy Owl Pinecone Craft Sat. Dec. 30 Main Library 1-3 PM Drop in between 1-3 PM to make a cute snowy owl to take home. JANUARY Karate for Kids! Thu. Jan. 4 J Lexington Branch Mon. Jan. 15 J Ontario Branch 4 PM Wed. Jan. 17 J Bellville Branch 3:30 PM Mon. Jan. 22 Main Library Children in grades K-5 Discover the Art of Karate. Come and learn what it takes to become a real Black Belt! Sponsored by the Ontario Martial Arts Center. Squatch Stories Sat. Jan. 6 Main Library 10 AM Families with children Joins us for some squatchy stories about Bigfoot! These stories will be fun, and not scary. We ll also make a craft to take home. Snowman Party Sat. Jan. 13 J Ontario Branch 3 PM Stop in for a snowman party! Stories, songs, and a craft, all about snowmen! Pokémon Scavenger Hunt Mon. Jan. 15-Sat. Jan. 20 All Locations Pokémon are hiding in the library! Find all the Pokémon pictures and get a prize! Hand Knitting Snake Mon. Jan. 15 Main Library 5-7 PM You will learn a simple way to hand knit a snake with just your fingers and some yarn! Winter Wonderland Mon. Jan. 15 J Butler Branch Tue. Jan. 16 J Lucas Branch Tue. Jan. 16 J Plymouth Branch Thu. Jan. 18 J Crestview Branch 4:30 PM Sat. Jan. 20 Main Library 10:30 AM Mon. Jan. 29 J Madison Library 6:30 PM Winter fun for the whole family! Join us for snowy stories, glacial games, and chilly crafts! Bundle up and head over to the library! 9

10 PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN J indicates registration is required for this program. Frozen Science Tue. Jan. 16 J Bellville Branch Children in grades 3-5 Join us at the Bellville Branch to do some winter science experiments like making snow. For the Birds Tue. Jan. 23 J Bellville Branch Listen to stories about birds, find out which birds stay around all winter long and make them a special treat. FEBRUARY Chemistry of Love Thu. Feb. 1 J Crestview Branch 4:30 PM Tue. Feb. 6 J Plymouth Branch Join us for the Chemistry of Love! We will celebrate Valentine s Day in the most scientific way possible! There will be love stories, science experiments and a craft to take home! Sweet Stories Mon. Feb. 5 Madison Branch 6:30 PM Tue. Feb. 6 J Bellville Branch Mon. Feb. 12 J Butler Branch 6:30 PM Tue. Feb. 13 J Lucas Branch 6:30 PM Mon. Feb. 19 J Ontario Branch Snuggle up for some yummy stories and sweet confections decorated by you! PJs are welcome. Snacks and drinks will be served. Lego Mania at Main Sat. Feb. 10 Main Library 1-4 PM Families with children Create a Lego masterpiece to display in the Children s Department. All Lego materials will be provided. Valentine s Cards and Roses Mon. Feb. 12 Main Library 5-7 PM Drop in and create a special Valentine card and a paper rose. Valentine s Day Make-It Take-It Mon. Feb. 12-Sat. Feb. 17 Bellville Branch Tue. Feb. 13 Madison Branch 3-5 PM Drop by the library to make a unique Valentine for someone special. All materials provided. Valentine s Party Tue. Feb. 13 J Lexington Branch Stop by the library for Valentine stories and activities. Explore the Arctic Sat. Feb. 17 J Ontario Branch 3 PM Bundle up and stop in to explore the Arctic! We ll read stories, learn stuff and make a craft.

11 Winter Olympics Scavenger Hunt Mon. Feb. 19-Sat. Feb. 24 All locations Come to the library anytime the library is open and find the country flags of the countries participating in the Winter Olympics. Library Games Mon. Feb. 19 Main Library 2 PM The Library Games are here! Are you ready? Come ready to train for and compete in challenges of endurance and strength. Magazine Art Tue. Feb. 20 J Bellville Branch Children in grades 3-5 Create fabulous art using magazines at the Bellville Branch. Board Games after School Tue. Feb. 27 Madison Branch 3-5 PM Get your game on with various board games. Bring a friend! WINTER READING PROGRAM All locations Mon. Jan. 15 Wed. Feb. 14 Have you taken part in our Summer Library Program? Well, why not continue reading throughout the winter too!? Join us for our Winter Reading Program. The process is simple: You earn a ticket for every book you read, and every ticket counts as one entry in our prize drawing. So come in from the cold, cozy up, and read! Prize drawings will be held weekly with the last one occurring on Feb. 15. REGISTER ONLINE! Now you can register for programs online! Just go to the calendar on our website: 11

12 CHILDREN S MONTHLY PROGRAMS J indicates registration is required for this program. After School Create Tue. Dec. 5; Jan. 9,16, 23, 30 Madison Branch 3 PM Children in grades K-5 Join us for hands-on fun, creating anything and everything from science experiments and art to short-stories and theater. Brick Builders Lego Clubs Tue. Dec. 12, Jan. 9, Feb. 13 J Bellville Branch Mon. Jan. 29, Feb PM J Butler Branch Thu. Dec. 21, Jan. 18, Feb PM Crestview Branch Thu. Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 8 Lexington Branch Tue. Jan. 30, Feb PM J Lucas Branch Thu. Dec. 7, Jan. 4, Feb. 1 4 PM Ontario Branch Wed. Dec. 20, Jan. 17, Feb. 21 3:15-4:15 PM Plymouth Branch Children in grades K-5 Do you love building with Legos? Then join the library Lego club! Spend your afternoon exercising your mad Lego-building skills with friends. We ll provide the Legos just bring your imagination! Crafternoon Tue. Jan. 30, Feb PM Bellville Branch Thu. Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb PM Crestview Branch Wed. Dec. 13, Jan. 10, Feb. 14 3:15 PM Plymouth Branch Stop by the library after school and make something crafty to take home! Crafty Kids Mon. Dec. 11-Sat. Dec. 23: Holiday Ornaments Mon. Jan. 8-Sat. Jan. 13: Snowman Craft Mon. Jan.22-Sat. Jan. 27: Snowflake Craft Mon. Feb. 5-Sat. Feb. 10: Valentine s Day Craft Mon. Feb. 19-Sat. Feb. 24: Emoji Craft Ontario Branch Kids of all ages can stop by the Ontario Library anytime during the week to make a craft to take home with them.

13 Crafts with Movies at Main Sat. Dec. 9, 23; Jan. 13, 27; Feb. 10, PM Main Library Families with children Join us for a craft or activity based on the family-friendly (G or PG) Movie at Main, shown at 2 PM in the Community Room. Activities or crafts will be available in the Children s Department from 1-5 PM. Please call to see what s showing. the Library Thu. Dec. 7, Jan. 4, Feb AM J Bellville Branch Fri. Jan. 19, Feb AM J Madison Branch Fri. Dec. 8, Jan. 12, Feb AM Main Library Fri. Dec. 1, Jan. 5, Feb. 2 2 PM J Ontario Branch Families with children Join us each month for a themed program designed just for homeschool children and families. December: A Healthy and Safe You January: Where Are the Dinosaurs? February: Train for the Games! Minecraft Club Tue. Dec. 5, Jan. 9, Feb. 13 J Crestview Branch 3-4 & 4-5 PM Children in grades K-5 Thu. Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 8 J Plymouth Branch 3-4 PM, 4-5 PM, 5- Children grades K-12 If you dig Minecraft, this is the place to be! Please register for just one session each month. Main Wed. Dec. 6, 13, 20; Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Feb. 7, 14, 21, PM Main Library Children in grades 4-12 If you dig Minecraft, this is the place to be! Please register for just one session each month. Perler Party Mon. Dec. 18, Jan. 22, Feb PM Butler Branch Tue. Dec. 19, Jan. 23, Feb PM Lucas Branch Children in grades K-5 We ll be perling away come join us! WINTER STORY TIMES Jan. 8 - Feb

14 PROGRAMS FOR TEENS DECEMBER Merry Burlap J indicates registration is required for this program. Mon. Dec. 4 J Bellville Branch 4 PM Thu. Dec. 14 J Butler Branch 3 PM Tue. Dec. 19 J Main Library 4 PM Grades 6-12 Learn how to make your very own vintage-inspired holiday art. Embellish your creation with holiday themed accents to warm up any room and add a splash of color to even the bleakest winter day. Limit of 15 spaces; registration is suggested. First-come, first-served! Wood Slice Ornaments Mon. Dec. 4 J Plymouth Branch Tue. Dec. 5 J Crestview Branch 3-5 PM Grades 6-12 Make a rustic ornament to keep or share with family or friends. Create your own personalized design or use one of our templates. Limit of 15 spaces; registration is suggested. Firstcome, first-served! Tween Craft Afternoon Wed. Dec. 13 Madison Branch 3-4:30 PM Grades 3-7 Swing by the library for a fun craft! Memory Game Tournament Mon. Dec. 18 J Lucas Branch 4 PM Grades 4-12 Come test your memory skills at our Memory Game tournament. We ll play a variety of matching games to determine who is the most photographic of all. Last Minute Gift Wrap Station Thu. Dec. 21-Sat. Dec 23 Lexington Branch Drop-in Grades 4-12 Swing by the library for your lastminute gift wrapping needs. We will provide wrapping paper, bags, bows and ribbons for you to use! JANUARY No Sew Lanyards/Wristlets Mon. Jan. 8 J Plymouth Branch 3-5 PM Tue. Jan. 23 J Crestview Branch 3-5 PM Wed. Feb. 14 J Madison Branch 3 PM Mon. Feb. 19 J Main Library 2 PM Grades 6-12 Tired of always searching for your school ID? Can t find your keys? Come to the library and custom make your very own lanyard or wristlet. The best part? No sewing required. Limit of 15 spaces; registration is suggested. First-come, first-served! T-Shirt Scarf Thu. Jan. 11 J Butler Branch 3 PM Wed. Jan. 24 J Lexington Branch 3 PM Wed. Jan. 24 J Madison Branch 3 PM Thu. Jan. 25 J Bellville Branch 4 PM Mon. Feb. 26 J Lucas Branch 3:30 PM Grades 6-12 Turn a T-shirt into a stylish and cozy scarf; grab a t-shirt and re-purpose it into a beautiful addition to your wardrobe. If you forget a Tee, don t worry, we ll have you covered with a selection of donated shirts. Limit of 15 spaces.

15 All You Can Read Buffet Mon. Jan. 15 J Bellville Branch J Butler Branch J Lexington Branch J Lucas Branch J Plymouth Branch 12-4 PM Grades 6-12 Join us for this read-a-thon while you fill your plate with pizza, pop, and junk food. Bring your beanbag chair, your favorite pillow, or sleeping bag and see if you have what it takes to read for 4 straight hours. WINTER FEBRUARY Fidget Spinners READING Tue. Jan. 23 J Main Library PROGRAM 4 PM Thu. Feb. 8 J Butler Branch All locations 3 PM Mon. Jan. 15 Mon. Feb. 26 J Plymouth Branch 3-5 PM Wed. Feb. 14 Tue. Feb. 27 J Crestview Branch 3 5 PM Grades 4-12 Have you taken part in our Fidget spinners are all the rage right now, but you don t have to buy one - you can make one! Design a personalized fidget spinner to impress all your friends. From glow-in-thedark to glitter- you decide the level of bling. Limit of 15 spaces; registration is suggested. First-come, first-served! Summer Library Program? Well, why not continue reading throughout the winter too!? Join us for our Winter Reading Program. The process is simple: You earn a ticket for every book you read, and every ticket counts as one entry in our prize drawing. So come in Valentine Cards from the cold, cozy up, and Wed. Feb. 7 Lexington Branch read! Prize drawings will be 3-5 PM Tweens, Grades 3-7 held weekly with the last one Drop in and make a couple fun occurring on Feb. 15. Valentine Cards! Live Action PAC-MAN Sat. Feb. 17 Main Library 12-3 PM Grades 6-12 Discover the world through PAC- REGISTER ONLINE! MAN s eyes, and see how quickly you Now you can register for programs can clear the maze while avoiding online! Just go to the calendar on Blinky, Pinky, Inky, and Clyde! Even our website: though the game has bonus fruits you can snag, don t worry, we will provide other snacks, too! 15

16 TEEN MONTHLY PROGRAMS J indicates registration is required for this program. Anime Club Mon. Jan. 8, Feb. 5 Main Library 5 PM Grades 6-12 Join us the first Monday of each month as we geek out on all things manga and anime. Play games, eat snacks, listen to music and watch videos. What could be more fun? If you are a Japanese culture fan, this club is for you. the Library Tue. Dec. 12, Jan. 9, Feb. 13 J Bellville Branch 4 PM Grades 6-12 Wed. Dec. 6, 13, 20; Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 Main Library 3-5 PM Grades 4-12 If you dig Minecraft, the library is the place to be. Pokémon Club Fri. Feb. 9 Madison Branch 3:15 PM Grades 4-12 Love Pokémon? Then this is the club for you. You can show off your collection, trade, or even battle with other Pokémon traders. Bring your cards and your friends! Teen Book Club Thu. Feb. 8 Madison Branch 3 PM Grades 6-12 Tell us what you re reading! Join others after school as we share what books we ve enjoyed or not lately. Tuesday Tinker Table Dec. 5, 12, 19 Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30 Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 Main Library 5-7 PM All ages Meet us at our Tinker Table in the second-floor lobby every Tuesday evening to help the Library complete a 52 weeks of STEAM challenge! STEAM is an initiative that focuses on incorporating the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics into learning programs. Each week will feature new projects, experiments, and activities that highlight the STEAM movement. Tween Craft Night Thu. Dec. 14, Jan. 18, Feb. 15 Ontario Branch 5-6:30 PM Grades 3-7 Drop into the library for a fun craft.

17 MAIN *Music programs generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Michelle Quimby Sun. Dec. 3 Second floor Lobby 2 PM Michelle Quimby, guitar department chair at the Richland Academy of the Arts, will be sharing her talents on guitar and keyboard. Noah Jones Sun. Jan. 14 Second floor Lobby 2 PM Noah Jones will be delighting all who are with us with the soothing sounds of his acoustic guitar. Sy Velt Sun. Feb. 11 Second floor Lobby 2 PM Band members Jeffrey Boyd, Tarkington Johnson, Jacob Campbell, Brian Bumpus, Steven Fernandez, Tyrone Smith, and Thomas Blair will be bringing the sounds of jazz, blues, Dixie, R&B, pop & funk to warm a cold Sunday afternoon. Another Element Sun. Feb. 18 Second floor Lobby 2 PM Local band Another Element their sound is fresh and creative. Their energy is fun and inviting. Their music consists of thoughtprovoking originals, rock classics, pop, contemporary favorites, country and hints of jazz, blues and reggae. MOVIES AT THE LIBRARY Main Wednesdays 5 or Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27; Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 Saturdays 2 PM Dec. 9, 23; Jan. 13, 27; Feb. 10, 24 Join us for free movies on the big screen, in the Community Room. Each month, we ll feature at least one newly released film. Saturday movies will be primarily family-friendly, with a movierelated craft offered in the Children s Dept. from 1-5 PM. Check the Event Calendar online at mrcpl.org/calendar, stop in, or call the AV Dept to see what s showing. Main Main Library 2 PM Mon. Dec. 4, Jan. 8, Feb. 5 Join us on the first Monday of each month to see a newly released movie on the big screen in the Community Room at Main Library. Check the Event Calendar online at mrcpl.org/calendar, stop in, or call the AV Dept to see what s showing. 17

18 TECH CLASSES Most of these classes are held in the Computer Lab at Main Library, unless otherwise indicated. Registration is required for all classes except drop in classes. Space is limited. Register using our online calendar or call Bringing the Library to Your Tablet Mon. Dec. 11 Lexington Branch Mon. Jan. 8 Lexington Branch Tue. Jan. 23 Butler Branch Mon. Feb. 12 Lexington Branch Tue. Feb PM Bellville Branch 11 AM Relax with us as we show you how to bring the library to life on your device! Get access to eaudiobooks, ebooks, movies, music, and magazines. Excel the Basics Thu. Jan. 25 Participants will learn how to create and format a spreadsheet using basic formulas for business or personal use. Excel -Beyond the Basics Thu. Feb. 1 This class is for those who are familiar with the basics of Microsoft Excel. Extend your knowledge with new functions, advanced formatting, filtering, sorting, and charts.

19 Internet the Basics Tue. Feb. 6 Learn to surf the Web with confidence. We ll explain the basics of searching with hands-on activities. We ll also show you how your library card gives you access to thousands of articles others have to pay to see. Job Seeker s Drop-in Workshop - Create a Résumé Thu. Feb. 8 5:30-7:30 PM Let us help you create an effective résumé. It s a relaxed, friendly, session, just drop in. Job Seeker s Drop-in Workshop - Online Job Search Thu. Jan. 18 5:30-7:30 PM Learn how to search and apply for jobs online, in a friendly drop-in session. PowerPoint - an Introduction Tue. Feb. 27 Learn the basics in our introductory PowerPoint class! Word -the Basics Tue. Jan. 23 Learn how to navigate, format text, save, and retrieve a file. Students will learn to use the Cut, Copy and Paste commands to move text, and how to use the Help feature. Word -Beyond the Basics Tue. Jan. 30 Discover the Quick Access Toolbar, Autocorrect tips, how to use the Ruler and Tabs, and the Table function. Word Advanced Tue. Feb. 20 If you ve taken the first two Microsoft Word classes and want to learn more, this is the class for you. Personalized 1-to-1 Session Call to schedule a friendly 1-to-1 session with our lab staff for help with software training (Microsoft Office etc.), job searching, résumé writing, tablets and e-readers, and general computer assistance. 19

20 ONTARIO BRANCH Open on SUNDAYS starting JANUARY PM A library takes the gift of reading one step further by offering personalized learning opportunities second to none, a powerful antidote to the isolation of the web. Julie Andrews FRIENDS BOOKSALES Evergreen Book Shop 33 N. Walnut Street DECEMBER Members Pre-sale Thu. Dec PM Public sale Fri. Dec AM 2 PM Sat. Dec AM 3 PM JANUARY Members Pre-sale Thu. Jan PM Public sale Fri. Jan AM 2 PM Sat. Jan AM 3 PM FEBRUARY Members Pre-sale Thu. Feb PM Public sale Fri. Feb AM 2 PM Sat. Feb AM 3 PM LIBRARY HOURS Main Library Mon. Thurs. 9 AM 8 PM Fri. & Sat. 9 AM 5 PM Sun. 1 5 PM Bellville Branch Lexington Branch Madison Branch Ontario Branch Mon., Tues., Thurs. 9 AM 8 PM Wed., Fri. & Sat. 9 AM 5 PM Sun. (Ontario, starting 1/7/18) 1-5 PM Butler Branch Crestview Branch Lucas Branch Plymouth Branch Mon., Tues., Thurs. 10 AM 8 PM Wed. & Fri. 10 AM 5 PM Sat. 9 AM 3 PM