40 North Main Street, Niles, OH 44446 • www.mcklib.org • 330-652-1704 2024 FALL November October September Haunted Trivia Night Tuesday, October 29, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum Test your knowledge and have a scary good time! Come in costume, if you dare. Small prizes will be awarded to the top trivia teams and best costume. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. 5th Annual Halloween Party & Pumpkin Walk Saturday, October 19, 5–7:30 p.m. at the Library and the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum Join us for an evening of family-friendly fun! Enjoy the pumpkin walk, along with cider and cookies, on the memorial grounds. Spooky stories and activities will take place in the library. Trick-or-treating will take place in the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and local organizations and businesses. Fall Family Movie Night Wednesday, October 2, 5 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Spend a relaxing fall evening with us as we watch a movie that all ages will enjoy! The movie selection will be announced a month before the event. Refreshments will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Friends of the Library Book Sale in the Auditorium of the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum Friends of the Library Preview Sale: Tuesday, October 1 5–7p.m. *Memberships Sold at the Door* For more information, visit www.mcklib.org/Friends Wednesday, October 2–Saturday, October 5 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Sunday, October 6 1–3 p.m. (Bag Sale) Cemetery Walk Saturday, September 14, 2–3 p.m. at the Niles Union Cemetery Join representatives from the Niles Historical Society and National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum to learn about the history of prominent area residents from the past. The program is free to the public. Please meet at the cemetery chapel off the Niles-Cortland Road entrance to the cemetery. If inclement weather occurs, the program will be canceled with no rain date. McKinley Birthplace Open House Friday, September 13, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. The McKinley Birthplace Home, located at 40 S. Main St. in Niles, is a replica of the house where U.S. President William McKinley was born on January 29, 1843. As part of Ohio Open Doors, the Birthplace Home will be open for extended hours. Guided, self-guided, and audio tours will be offered based on staff availability. For tours at other times, or for groups of 10 or more, please call to schedule a tour. For more information or to schedule a tour, call 330-652-1704, ext. 3, or visit www.mcklib.org/tours. 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 September, October, November Spice up your meals and excite your taste buds with Spice Club! 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. September: Apple Pie Spice October: Pumpkin Pie Spice November: Sage
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. Ghosts and Legends of Northern Ohio Thursday, September 5, 6:30–8 p.m. at the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum Join investigative historian and author William G. Krejci on a supernatural journey through the ghostly legends and eerie tales of northern Ohio. Some legends will be debunked, while forgotten mysteries may be rediscovered. Diabetes Basics & Screening Saturday, September 7, 2–4 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home According to the American Diabetes Association, 1.2 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes each year. Join us as Stephanie Oakes of Mercy Health Youngstown defines diabetes and prediabetes, explains risk factors and symptoms, and provides tips for prevention. Following the discussion, there will be a diabetes risk assessment and an optional glucose/cholesterol screening. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Medicare Prescription Drug Changes Tuesday, September 10, 5:30–6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Significant changes to Medicare are coming in 2025 due to the Inflation Reduction Act. Those with stand-alone Medicare prescription drug plans will be impacted more than those with Medicare Advantage plans. Join us as Medicare Certified insurance advisor Cynthia Bianco explains the changes and how they will affect your prescription drug coverage. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Coping with Pet Loss Thursday, September 19, 5:30–6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Learn how to cope with the loss of a beloved pet. This one-time event is presented by Hospice of the Valley’s LSW Bereavement Facilitator Kimberly Calhoun. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Understanding Adult ADHD with Cadence Care Network Saturday, October 5, 2–3:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Join us to learn about adult attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with Ms. Barb, LISW with Cadence Care Network and adjunct professor at YSU. Ms. Barb will discuss the history and symptoms of adult ADHD, as well as treatment options. She will also differentiate between childhood and adult ADHD. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Unnatural Ohio Thursday, October 10, 6–8 p.m. at the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum Strange things are afoot in the Buckeye State. Join us as M. Kristina Smith and Kevin Moore of the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library and Museums explore Ohio folklore, legends, and mysterious creatures. Learn about the Black Dog of Lake Erie and more! Flash Pots & Pepper’s Ghost: A History of Theatrical Special Effects Wednesday, October 16, 6:30–7:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Curious how theatres pull off those spectacular illusions and effects? Join local theatre veteran Al McKinnon for an interactive deep dive into the history of special effects in theatre. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Medicare Basics Wednesday, November 6, 5:30–6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Thinking about enrolling in Medicare? The annual enrollment period is October 15– December 7. Join us as Medicare Certified insurance advisor Cynthia Bianco explains your Medicare options. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Exploring Tarot Thursday, November 7, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Let’s talk tarot! Annette Noyes, a tarot reader and divination historian, will discuss the history and meaning of the tarot. Although this program will not include personalized readings, Annette will demonstrate the basics of conducting tarot readings. Attendees are encouraged to bring a notebook and pen, plus a tarot deck (if you have one). All experience levels are welcome. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Born in the Buckeye State: Stories of the Ohio Presidents Saturday, November 9, 2–3 p.m. at the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum The five decades between the end of the Civil War and the Roaring Twenties saw seven Ohioans elected to the White House. While leading the nation through this pivotal time in American history, the Ohio-born presidents also led private lives with private battles: three died in office, and others suffered through political scandals and family trauma. In this engaging talk, writer and historian Heather S. Cole will share some of these lesser-known stories from the lives of our nation’s leaders. A Q&A and signing of her new book Ohio’s Presidents will follow the discussion. Coping with Grief During the Holidays Tuesday, November 12, 1–2 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Kim Calhoun, Hospice of the Valley’s LSW Bereavement Facilitator, will guide this one-time grief support session for anyone mourning the loss of a loved one during the holiday season. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. LEARN Needles, Hooks, & Books 1st Friday of the Month, September 6, October 4, November 1, 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. Exploring Jerky Making Tuesday, September 17, 6–7:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Jerky is a protein-rich snack with a long shelf life. Learn how to make jerky with Ken Fry, Outdoor Skills Specialist with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Autumn Leaves Redwork Saturday, September 21, 2–4 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Developed during the nineteenth century, redwork is an American form of embroidery using only red thread. Create your own autumnal redwork design with guidance from the Youngstown Embroiderer’s Guild. No experience necessary. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Sober Sip & Paint with Party Art Café and Studio Thursday, October 17, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Join us for a relaxing evening of painting guided by Timothy Milliner of Party Art Café and Studio! Sip non-alcoholic sparkling juice while you create your autumn-inspired masterpiece. No experience necessary. All supplies will be provided. This program is for adults only. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Blackout Poetry: Halloween Edition Wednesday, October 23, 6:30–7:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Blackout poetry is a fun and simple way to create your own poems without putting pen to paper. Utilizing existing text from authors such as Edgar Allan Poe and H.G. Wells, the poet will black out unwanted words with a permanent marker and arrange the rest of the words to create their own Halloween-themed poem. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. DIY Foaming Hand Soap Saturday, November 16, 2–3 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Make your own foaming hand soap with essential oils! Janet Agueda of Making Scents Studio in Niles will walk you through this fun and easy process. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. CREATE Mystery Readers’ Book Club Wednesdays, September 25, October 30, November 20, 6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home September.....Holmes, Marple & Poeby James Patterson October..........Vampby Loren D. Estleman November......The Harlequin Tea Set and Other Stories by Agatha Christie Cookbook Club 2nd Wednesday of the Month, September 11, October 9, November 13, 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. September.....The Apple Lover’s Cookbook by Amy Traverso–or– The Apple Cookbook by Olwen Woodier October..........The Perfect Cakeby America’s Test Kitchen November......The Perfect Pieby America’s Test Kitchen Adult Book Chat 3rd Monday of the Month, September 16, October 21, November 18, 6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home September.....The House Is on Fireby Rachel Beanland October..........The Road from Belhavenby Margot Livesey November......Yellowfaceby R.F. Kuang MovieClub 1st Tuesday of the Month, September 3, October 1, November 5, 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. September.....Night of the Hunter directed by Charles Laughton October..........2001: A Space Odyssey directed by Stanley Kubrick November......The Lord of the Rings trilogy directed by Peter Jackson DISCUSS
September 5, October 3, November 7 ► 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! September 12, October 10, November 14 ► Full STEAM Ahead Experience science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) through a variety of hands-on experiments and activities. Participate in a guided activity or be the architect of your own Lego design. September 19, October 17 ►GameOn! Choose from a variety of games, both on the table and on the screen! September 26 ► Journey Into Journaling Unleash your creativity by customizing your very own journal! Pizza and other refreshments will be served. October 24 ► What’s The Story? Hone your storytelling skills by creating your own characters, stories, and poems. Tell your own story or collaborate with other teens in a stress-free, judgment-free zone! Pizza and other refreshments will be served. October 31 ► Pumpkin Painting Party Celebrate the holiday by snacking on Halloween candy and painting a faux pumpkin. Come in costume if you dare! November 21 ► Time for Slime! Roll up your sleeves and create your own homemade slime! Pizza and other refreshments will be served. November 28 CLOSEDfor Thanksgiving—No program scheduled. Join us on Thursday, December 5, for our next Teen Scene! Teen Scene Thursday September 5–November 21 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Teens ages 12–18 are invited to get creative, explore STEAM, solve puzzles, and more! There will be snacks each week and a pizza party once a month. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 4. TEENS Smokey Bear Reading Challenge Tuesday, September 3 through Wednesday, November 27 at the Library Help Smokey celebrate his 80th birthday by learning how to prevent wildfires and help the environment. Read 3 books and earn 4 badges to complete the challenge and earn your prize! Ages 0–18. Visit the children’s room to register. CHILDREN & TEENS Fall, Leaves, Fall! Thursday, November 14, 6–7 p.m. at the Library Learn about the science behind the colorful fall season! Enjoy a brief lesson and group discussion about the colors of fall. Then, venture outside to collect your own natural materials for a fun fall collage. This program will be held in the children’s room of the library. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 4. Spooky Stories Saturday, October 12, 2–3 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Children ages 5-11 are invited to create their own spooky story! Work with a partner or a small group and use dice to create a spooky story in celebration of Halloween. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 4. Friendship & Fingerspelling Wednesday, September 4, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Join us for a fun evening of stories, signs, and more with Mackenzie Goranitis of Easterseals! After performing a story in American Sign Language, Mackenzie will teach us a few simple signs. Then, we’ll finish out the night with a fun activity that everyone can enjoy! Ages 5–11. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 4. Fall Storytime Mondays, September 9–November 25 ˃ Except October 14 (Closed) 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. CHILDREN
12th Annual McKinley Christmas Coming in December Visit the website for updates! Labor Day........................ Monday, Sept. 2 Staff Development Day.. Monday, Oct. 14 Thanksgiving Eve....Wednesday, Nov. 27 (Closing Early at 5 p.m.) Closed thru (Thanksgiving) Thursday, Nov. 28 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 In America, nobody should freeze to death. Help the Youngstown Blue Coats serve the homeless by donating new and unused coats (sizes adult large–4X), boots (sizes men 9–13), and sleeping bags. Donations may be dropped off at the library. The Youngstown Blue Coats Drive Tuesday, September 3 – Saturday, September 28 at the Library Help keep our community warm by donating hats, mittens, and scarves of all sizes to Niles Community Services. Please make sure all donations are new and unused. Store-bought and handmade items are welcome. Donations may be dropped off at the library or at Niles Community Services. Hat, Mitten, & Scarf Drive Tuesday, September 3 – Saturday, September 28 at the Library Monday, November 11, 5–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Join us as the award-winning band Simple Gifts performs a wide variety of ethnic folk music featuring twelve unique instruments! Enjoy lively Irish jigs, exotic Balkan dance tunes, and more. Following the concert, band members Linda Littleton and Karen Hirshon will chat about the different instruments used. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Simple Gifts LIVE Folk Concert NOVEMBER Bear’s Big Dreaming by Michael Rosen OCTOBER Mine! by Candace Fleming SEPTEMBER IWant toBe Big! by Tiffany Golden StoryWalk® is located at Stevens Park in Niles, Ohio
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