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Belloni Book Club
2024-08-20 18:00:00 2024-08-20 19:00:00 America/New_York Belloni Book Club August Meeting Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library -

Tuesday, August 20
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-08-20 18:00:00 2024-08-20 19:00:00 America/New_York Belloni Book Club August Meeting Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library -

August Meeting

We will be discussing West With Giraffes By: Lynda Rutledge.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Club |

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Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library
Phone: 330-767-9939
Hours
Mon, Jan 13 9:00AM to 3:30PM
Tue, Jan 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jan 15 9:00AM to 3:30PM
Thu, Jan 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 17 9:00AM to 3:30PM
Sat, Jan 18 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, Jan 19 Closed
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About the branch

The Brewster Branch of MPL opened in September 1935 thanks in part to donations from the Brewster community.  In September 2007, the renamed Pam S. Belloni Branch opened its new location inside the new Fairless Elementary School.

 

Upcoming events

Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 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, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Bring your current project and spend time with other crafters.
LHG Workday Wednesday
Wed, Jan 15, 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.
Using Research Notes to Up Your Game - LHG Workday Wednesday Workshop Series
Wed, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
- Duncan Room
Discover how using research notes can identify gaps in information as well as provide a chronological timeline of key events. In this workshop, you can create custom notes on one of your projects!
BINGO Night
Wed, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Do you love the thrill of the game? Join us at the Massillon Public Library for a fun night of BINGO with your friends. Family-friendly event.
Paws to Read
Wed, Jan 15, 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, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:20pm
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, Jan 16, 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.
3rd Thursday Anime
Thu, Jan 16, 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!
Music & Movement at the Library!
Fri, Jan 17, 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, Jan 17, 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.
Creative Writing Workshop Series - Writing Styles with Deborah Edmisten
Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Local author Deborah Edmisten will host this session to encourage aspiring writers to explore their writing process, addressing methods of organizing yourself to write on a regular basis.
"Reminiscing In Massillon"
Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Come & share memories of Massillon's past. Bring stories and memorabilia to share or just come to hear what others have to say!
Beginner's Bullet Journaling - Setting You Up for Success
Sat, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
Join us for a bullet journaling session! With a bullet journal, you can keep track of your schedules, goals, and habits. All supplies provided. Registration required.
Cancelled
Vinyl Club
Mon, Jan 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
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 Husbands" by Holly Gramazio
Tue, Jan 21, 9:00am - 10:00am
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Join us for our morning book club as we discuss "The Husbands" by Holly Gramazio. Enjoy coffee and a snack along with a friendly, casual discussion.
Homeschool Superstars - It's Electric!
Tue, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Calling all homeschoolers! Join us to learn about electricity and make your own flashlight using a notecard and a battery. All supplies provided. Registration required.
Whiz Kid Club - The States
Tue, Jan 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Calling all homeschoolers! For this month's learning challenge, kids will work as a team to name as many states as possible. Registration required.
Little Learners - About the Rainforest
Tue, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us to learn about the rainforest and create a rainforest fact flip book! Drop in anytime 5:30-7:30. Registration is required.
Belloni Book Club
Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library
Join us for the Belloni Book Club. This month we will be reading "All of the Colors of the Dark" by Chris Whitaker.
Meditation
Tue, Jan 21, 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, Jan 22, 10:00am - 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, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 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, Jan 23, 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.
Website Building 101
Thu, Jan 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Whether it's for a business, hobby, or side hustle, a website can be a great way to get your name out there. Learn how to create a website of your own, complete with a custom domain name.
Teen Success Series - Art of the Office
Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
Join us each month for a skill building session! This month, teens will learn about skills essential to working in a professional environment, like communication skills, technology, and more.
Adult Writing Group - Writers of the Round Table - Meet & Learn to Write with Local Authors!
Fri, Jan 24, 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, Jan 24, 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 - Bullet Journaling
Fri, Jan 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
Learn how to use bullet journaling to keep track of your goals, habits, and schedule! Drop in anytime from 3:00PM-5:00PM. No registration required.
Creative Writing Workshop Series - Breaking Into Publishing with Hope Bolinger
Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Hope Bolinger will discuss how to break into publishing the easiest way. She is a literary agent with more than 1000 of her own works published, from short stories to plays to novels for all ages.
This event is full
Duck Tape ™ Create
Sat, Jan 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
What has a light side and a dark side and holds up the universe? No- not the force, it's DUCK TAPE™!
Page Turners
Mon, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for our monthly book discussion! Our January read is "My Grandmother Asked Me To Tell You She's Sorry" by Fredrick Backman.
4th Monday Trivia - via Kahoot!
Mon, Jan 27, 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!
Book Bonanza
Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Calling all book lovers! Join us for a celebration of reading where we play a book BINGO game and practice our literacy skills. No registration required.
Crafting Collective - Burlap Painting
Tue, Jan 28, 10:15am - 11:15am
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us to make a winter themed painting on burlap! This program is open to adults with developmental disabilities. All supplies are provided. Registration required.
This event is full
Teen Matinee
Tue, Jan 28, 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.
Kids Create: Let it Snow!
Tue, Jan 28, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Children up to Grade 6 and their families can enjoy an evening of snowmen-inspired crafts and stories.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 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, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 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, Jan 30, 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.
Paint Night: Galentines Gnomes
Thu, Jan 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Grab your GNOMES and come paint at the Library!
Story Time
Fri, Jan 31, 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.
Percy Jackson Party
Sat, Feb 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Calling all demigods! Join us for a Percy Jackson themed party where kids can celebrate this treasured book series by creating their own shield and helping the Greek gods find their missing tools.
Creative Writing Workshop Series - Ideas & Impact with Don Ake
Sat, Feb 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Don Ake will discuss his idea process as well as how to determine the impact you want to have on your readers and how to get there. Bring some writing samples to share with the group if you wish.
Money Smart for Older Adults
Sat, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Money Smart for Older Adults is an FDIC created information session about the scams that target older adults. Sign up for this session to learn how to protect your money. Registration required.
Y on the Fly - Senior Fitness Series
Mon, Feb 03, 10:15am - 11:15am
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for a light impact cardio and strength class! Participants will practice a variety of exercises that work different muscle groups and build strength. No registration required.
Teen Open Crafternoon - Come & Work on Whatever Craft You Want!
Mon, Feb 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!
To Be Read Book Club
Mon, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
Let's talk about books! Bring your favorite book or author to recommend to others and add their titles to your to be read pile. Make a book-ish craft! February's topic: Romantic Love & Friendship!
Pre-Bid Meeting for Library Roof Replacement
Tue, Feb 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
Pre-Bid Meeting for Library Roof Replacement
Chess Club
Tue, Feb 04, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Come play chess at the library! Whether you're a longtime chess player or just starting out, all are welcome.
Lady Killers Book Club
Tue, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
At Lady Killers, our stories always feature a woman. That woman tends to make bad decisions. Sometimes, that means murder. February Read: "A Certain Hunger" by Chelsea Summers
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
This story time features lively tales and participatory activities for children ages 2 to 5 years.
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.
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.
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
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, 10:00am - 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.
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.
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.
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.
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