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Pet Rock Adoption Agency

Summer Reading program
2024-06-12 11:00:00 2024-06-12 12:00:00 America/New_York Pet Rock Adoption Agency Adopt a pet rock to share summer adventures with Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library -

Wednesday, June 12
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-06-12 11:00:00 2024-06-12 12:00:00 America/New_York Pet Rock Adoption Agency Adopt a pet rock to share summer adventures with Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library -

Adopt a pet rock to share summer adventures with

Come choose a pet rock and complete each step in the adoption process. Visit the height and weight station, naming station, and prepare a cozy bed for him to sleep in. We would love to hear about your adventures together all summer long!

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading |

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Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Phone: (330) 791-7061
Hours
Mon, Feb 03 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Tue, Feb 04 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Wed, Feb 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Feb 06 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Fri, Feb 07 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Sat, Feb 08 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, Feb 09 Closed
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Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 10:15am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
This story time features lively tales and participatory activities for children ages 2 to 5 years.
U.F.O. Wednesdays - UnFinished Objects Craft Group
Wed, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Bring your current project and spend time with other crafters.
Show & Tell - Massillon Local History & Genealogy Society
Wed, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Come & share your local history & genealogy treasures with the group! This can be a story or an object.
Cancelled
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program - with Ohio State University
Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
A free nutrition education program offered in Ohio for limited-resource adults with families. Participants have fun while they increase their food prep skills, learn new recipes and techniques.
Discovery Time Story Time
Thu, Feb 06, 10:15am - 11:15am
Main Library - Auditorium
A 20 minute story time for babies and toddlers aged 0 to 2.5 years followed by a short playtime.
Level Up! - Teen Game Night
Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
Join us in the Teen Lounge to play a variety of video games on our Nintendo Switch. No registration required. Open to Teens grades 7-12.
Story and Art Time with Massillon Public Library and MassMu
Fri, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
MassMu - Main Gallery
Learn about creativity with a Story Time in the Main Gallery of the Massillon Museum. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Adult Writing Group - Writers of the Round Table - Meet & Learn to Write with Local Authors!
Fri, Feb 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join the Massillon Public Library's Writers of the Round Table group for discussions and to learn tricks of the trade with other like-minded authors.
Story Time
Fri, Feb 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
This story time features lively tales, rhymes and participatory activities. All ages are welcome, but the interest level may be from ages 2 to 5 years.
Tween Friday - DIY Stickers
Fri, Feb 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
Drop in any time from 3-5 to make your own stickers! All supplies provided. Registration not required.
Tissue Paper Hearts
Sat, Feb 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Tissue Paper Hearts
Community Over Coffee
Mon, Feb 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for cards, coffee, conversation, and more! Bring your friends and make new ones as you enjoy an afternoon card game or activity of your choice. No registration required.
Free Spin
Mon, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for a night celebrating music!  Bring your own vinyl to share and listen as others play their favorite tracks.  Registration not required.
Teen Craft Time - DIY Canvas Pencil Pouches
Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
We provide the canvas pencil pouches & art supplies; you provide the craftiness to decorate them however you want! Open to teens grades 7-12.
Valentine Candy Making
Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library
February Belloni Craft
This event is full
Kids Create: Valentines
Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Children's Fireplace
Join us by the fireplace in the Children's Department to hear a special Valentine's story and create valentines and crafts for our loved ones.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 10:15am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
This story time features lively tales and participatory activities for children ages 2 to 5 years.
U.F.O. Wednesdays - UnFinished Objects Craft Group
Wed, Feb 12, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Bring your current project and spend time with other crafters.
Cancelled
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program - with Ohio State University
Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
A free nutrition education program offered in Ohio for limited-resource adults with families. Participants have fun while they increase their food prep skills, learn new recipes and techniques.
Discovery Time Story Time
Thu, Feb 13, 10:15am - 11:15am
Main Library - Auditorium
A 20 minute story time for babies and toddlers aged 0 to 2.5 years followed by a short playtime.
Galentine's Craft Night
Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
Celebrate Galentine's Day with us! Sign up for a craft night at the library. Join us to make a Valentine's bag out of ribbon and mini Valentine's cards. Registration required.
Pinterest Program: Homemade Soap Making
Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Together we will learn how to make 'good for you' soaps in your own home.
Music & Movement in the Library!
Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Auditorium
Children up to the age of 5 and their caregivers will dance and sing to children's music using videos, scarves, shaker eggs, and rhythm instruments in this inclusive once-a-month program.
Story Time
Fri, Feb 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
This story time features lively tales, rhymes and participatory activities. All ages are welcome, but the interest level may be from ages 2 to 5 years.
Preschool MVP Dance
Sat, Feb 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for a Valentine's Day MVP Dance! Kids and their adult will enjoy dancing, crafts, and a photo station. This event is open to kids from birth to pre-school age. Registration Required.
MVP Dance
Sat, Feb 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for our Valentine's Day MVP Dance! Kids grades K-6 and their adult can enjoy dancing, a craft, refreshments, and a photo station. Registration Required.
Gamer's Guild: Table Top Games
Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Chutes and Ladders, Candy Land, and Uno to name a few. It may be a day off school but come have fun and compete in your favorite games with MPL staff.
Vinyl Club
Mon, Feb 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for a presentation about anything and everything vinyl! Each session features two different presentations on different aspects of music and music history. Registration not required.
Askren Book Club - "The House of Eve" by Sadeqa Johnson
Tue, Feb 18, 9:00am - 10:00am
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Join us for our morning book club as we discuss "The House of Eve" by Sadeqa Johnson. Enjoy coffee and a snack along with a friendly, casual discussion.
Homeschool Superstars - Germs 101
Tue, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Calling all homeschoolers! Join us to learn about how germs spread and to grow your own germs! All supplies provided. Registration required.
Whiz Kid Club - Know Your Presidents
Tue, Feb 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Calling all homeschoolers! For this month's learning challenge, kids will work together to learn the presidents. Registration required.
Little Learners - Presidential Pals
Tue, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us this month to learn about the presidents! Practice your research skills and find facts about the president of your choice. All supplies provided. Registration required.
Belloni Book Club
Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library
February Meeting
Meditation
Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
Join Gwen Miller as she teaches meditation techniques and strategies in our historic Duncan Room.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Feb 19, 10:15am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
This story time features lively tales and participatory activities for children ages 2 to 5 years.
U.F.O. Wednesdays - UnFinished Objects Craft Group
Wed, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Bring your current project and spend time with other crafters.
Supercharge Your Searches - LHG Workday Wednesday Workshop Series
Wed, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
- Duncan Room
Join Cindy & Christine as they show you tips & tricks to get more out of your online research. Then take a minute to apply these powerful tools to discover some of your hard to find information!
LHG Workday Wednesday
Wed, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
Join us the 3rd Wednesday of the month to share your Local History & Genealogy research struggles & successes. Learn how to get started or pick up new tips and tricks. No registration required.
Paws to Read
Wed, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
You are invited to come to the library and read to a furry listener on the third Wednesday of each month when therapy dogs and their handlers visit the library.
Cancelled
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program - with Ohio State University
Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
A free nutrition education program offered in Ohio for limited-resource adults with families. Participants have fun while they increase their food prep skills, learn new recipes and techniques.
Discovery Time Story Time
Thu, Feb 20, 10:15am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
A 20 minute story time for babies and toddlers aged 0 to 2.5 years followed by a short playtime.
Bid Opening for Library Roof Replacement
Thu, Feb 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Bid Opening for Library Roof Replacement
3rd Thursday Anime
Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
Come and watch a new anime every 3rd Thursday of the month in the Teen Lounge! Program is FREE! Arrive when you can!
Adult Writing Group - Writers of the Round Table - Meet & Learn to Write with Local Authors!
Fri, Feb 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join the Massillon Public Library's Writers of the Round Table group for discussions and to learn tricks of the trade with other like-minded authors.
Story Time
Fri, Feb 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
This story time features lively tales, rhymes and participatory activities. All ages are welcome, but the interest level may be from ages 2 to 5 years.
Tween Friday - Candy Formations
Fri, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
Practice your engineering skills at this drop-in event! Join us anytime from 3-5 to build a tower out of candy. Registration not required.
Tiana's Tea Party
Sat, Feb 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
To celebrate Black History Month we are hosting a tea party while playing the movie "The Princess and the Frog."
Page Turners
Mon, Feb 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for our monthly book discussion! Make new friends and discuss our featured read. February Read: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
4th Monday Trivia - via Kahoot!
Mon, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Have a love of knowledge? Love testing your trivia mettle? Join us the 4th Monday of every month for Kahoot Trivia! Anyone and everyone aged 13+ welcome to play!
Crafting Collective
Tue, Feb 25, 10:15am - 11:15am
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us to make string art! Follow the heart template or make your own! This program is open to adults with developmental disabilities. All supplies provided. Registration required.
Teen Matinee
Tue, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Watch a recent movie release in our Auditorium. Free popcorn and drinks available! Please see description below for movie titles, ratings, and runtimes.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 10:15am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
This story time features lively tales and participatory activities for children ages 2 to 5 years.
U.F.O. Wednesdays - UnFinished Objects Craft Group
Wed, Feb 26, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Bring your current project and spend time with other crafters.
Cancelled
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program - with Ohio State University
Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
A free nutrition education program offered in Ohio for limited-resource adults with families. Participants have fun while they increase their food prep skills, learn new recipes and techniques.
Discovery Time Story Time
Thu, Feb 27, 10:15am - 11:15am
Main Library - Auditorium
A 20 minute story time for babies and toddlers aged 0 to 2.5 years followed by a short playtime.
Letter to an Elder
Thu, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
Patrons can come and write a letter to an elder in their life or to an elder in a nursing home.
Tech Buyer's Guide
Thu, Feb 27, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
In the market for a new phone or computer, but don't know where to start? Discover what to look for when it comes to the latest tech.
Teen Success Series - Finance 101
Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
Join us each month for a skill building session! This month, teens will learn about the basics of personal finance. Registration not required.
Story Time
Fri, Feb 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
This story time features lively tales, rhymes and participatory activities. All ages are welcome, but the interest level may be from ages 2 to 5 years.
Teen Open Crafternoon - Come & Work on Whatever Craft You Want!
Mon, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
TEENS!! Join us in the Main Library's Auditorium to either work on your own crafting project that needs attention, OR do a craft from leftover crafting items we have here! No registration required!
Chess Club
Tue, Mar 04, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Come play chess at the library! Whether you're a longtime chess player or just starting out, all are welcome.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Mar 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
This story time features lively tales and participatory activities for children ages 2 to 5 years.
Cancelled
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program - with Ohio State University
Wed, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
A free nutrition education program offered in Ohio for limited-resource adults with families. Participants have fun while they increase their food prep skills, learn new recipes and techniques.
Discovery Time Story Time
Thu, Mar 06, 10:15am - 11:15am
Main Library - Auditorium
A 20 minute story time for babies and toddlers aged 0 to 2.5 years followed by a short playtime.
Level Up! - Teen Game Night
Thu, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
Join us in the Teen Lounge to play a variety of video games on our Nintendo Switch. No registration required. Open to Teens grades 7-12.
Story Time
Fri, Mar 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
This story time features lively tales, rhymes and participatory activities. All ages are welcome, but the interest level may be from ages 2 to 5 years.
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