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Snack Food Saturday
2025-05-10 11:00:00 2025-05-10 12:00:00 America/New_York Snack Food Saturday Learn the history of your favorite snacks and then try some! Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library -

Saturday, May 10
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-10 11:00:00 2025-05-10 12:00:00 America/New_York Snack Food Saturday Learn the history of your favorite snacks and then try some! Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library -

Learn the history of your favorite snacks and then try some!

Have you ever wondered how some of your favorite snack foods were created? Join us for an interesting discussion on the stories behind the things we love to eat. Then, you can sample some of these tasty treats.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Children | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Family Night | Educational |

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Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library
Phone: 330-767-9939
Hours
Mon, Apr 07 9:00AM to 3:30PM
Tue, Apr 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 09 9:00AM to 3:30PM
Thu, Apr 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 11 9:00AM to 3:30PM
Sat, Apr 12 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, Apr 13 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

Pre-K Super Sneaky Egg Hunt
Sat, Apr 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Auditorium
Eggs have appeared all over the library and we need your help to gather them up! Travel through the library to find the eggs. Registration is required. Children from birth to Pre-K welcome.
Registration is now closed
Tissue Paper Flowers
Sat, Apr 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Tissue Paper Flowers
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Super Sneaky Egg Hunt
Sat, Apr 12, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Help! The library is covered in eggs! We need your help to gather them, but beware- the bunnies are still around to catch you! Registration required. Grades K-6.
Registration is now closed
Community Over Coffee
Mon, Apr 14, 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, Apr 14, 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.
Askren Book Club - "Maid" by Stephanie Land
Tue, Apr 15, 9:00am - 10:00am
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Join us for our morning book club as we discuss "Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive" by Stephanie Land. Enjoy coffee and a snack along with a friendly, casual discussion.
Homeschool Superstars - Make a Muscle
Tue, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Calling all homeschoolers! Join us for a hands-on lesson about how muscles work. Registration required. All supplies provided.
Whiz Kid Club - What Do My Organs Do?
Tue, Apr 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Calling all homeschoolers! This month, kids will play a round of trivia focused on fun facts about our organs. Registration required.
Belloni Book Club - "Expiration Dates" by Rebecca Serle
Tue, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library
April's Read: "Expiration Dates" by Rebecca Serle
Meditation
Tue, Apr 15, 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, Apr 16, 10:15am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for a weekly story time featuring engaging stories, music and dancing, and themed crafts and activities. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 5. Registration not required.
U.F.O. Wednesdays - UnFinished Objects Craft Group
Wed, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Bring your current project and spend time with other crafters.
Saving Your Research
Wed, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Massillon Public Library - Duncan Room
Discover how to save your research effectively in this hands-on workshop. Starting with the basics of how to save files on a computer, we'll cover common scenarios you may encounter.
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LHG Workday Wednesday
Wed, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 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.
Kids Create: Welcome Spring!
Wed, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Children up to Grade 6 and their families can enjoy an evening of spring crafts and stories.
Discovery Time Story Time
Thu, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 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!
Podcast Pals
Thu, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
Love podcasts? Join our newest discussion group where we discuss the month's chosen podcast. Registration not required. April Listen: "The Good Whale" by Serial Productions, episodes 1-3.
Family Fun Night: Easter-Themed
Thu, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library
Come participate in some Easter-themed activities
Adult Writing Group - Writers of the Round Table - Meet & Learn to Write with Local Authors!
Fri, Apr 18, 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, Apr 18, 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.
Wicked Sing-Along
Sat, Apr 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for this special screening of "Wicked!" Bring your friends, dress in your pinkest and greenest, and sing along to the songs we all know and love. Registration required. All ages welcome.
D&D Group
Sat, Apr 19, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
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Vinyl Night
Mon, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for a presentation about anything and everything vinyl! Each session features two different presentations on various aspects of music and music history. Registration not required.
Crafting Collective
Tue, Apr 22, 10:15am - 11:15am
Main Library - Auditorium
This program is open to adults with developmental disabilities. In April, we will be making a pony bead wall hanging. Registration is required.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Apr 23, 10:15am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for a weekly story time featuring engaging stories, music and dancing, and themed crafts and activities. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 5. Registration not required.
U.F.O. Wednesdays - UnFinished Objects Craft Group
Wed, Apr 23, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Bring your current project and spend time with other crafters.
Stark Parks Planning Meeting
Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Public Planning Meeting
Discovery Time Story Time
Thu, Apr 24, 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.
Teen Success Series - Rockin Resume
Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
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Music & Movement in the Library!
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Main Library - Auditorium
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Story Time
Fri, Apr 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
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Junior Adventurers Group
Sat, Apr 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
We are looking for Junior Adventurers to jump into stories and defeat monsters and help innocent citizens! Solve puzzles and make group decisions in this choose your own adventure program.
Page Turners
Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
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4th Monday Trivia
Mon, Apr 28, 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!
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Main Library - Auditorium
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Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Bring your current project and spend time with other crafters.
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Thu, May 01, 10:15am - 11:15am
Main Library - Auditorium
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Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Main Library - Auditorium
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Main Library - Auditorium
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Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
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Main Library - Auditorium
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"The Wild Hope" Film Screening
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Main Library - Auditorium
Join us to watch tales of conservation from the PBS short film series "The Wild Hope." Film topics include saving marine life, preserving rainforests, and more. Registration not required.
Y on the Fly - Senior Fitness Series
Mon, May 05, 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, May 05, 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
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Main Library - Auditorium
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Lady Killers Book Club - "Black Sheep" by Rachel Harrison
Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
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Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, May 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for a weekly story time featuring engaging stories, music and dancing, and themed crafts and activities. This program is designed for children ages 2 to 5. Registration not required.
U.F.O. Wednesdays - UnFinished Objects Craft Group
Wed, May 07, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Join other crafters on Wednesdays from 1:00 pm-5:00 pm and bring whatever you want to work on. It's more fun than crafting alone!
Renters Know Your Rights Workshop
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Main Library - Auditorium
Are you a renter in the area? Do you have questions about your rights as a tenant? Join us for this free workshop.
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Thu, May 08, 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.
Let's Talk Travel - Memories and Mishaps
Thu, May 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
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Pinterest Program: DIY Lip Balm
Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
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Story Time
Fri, May 09, 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.
Classic Film Friday
Fri, May 09, 12:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us the 2nd Friday of every month to enjoy a Classic Film. Everything from musicals to B&W noirs will be shown. Watch 2 ways! Noon showing with trivia! 3:00 PM showing will be the movie only.
Snack Food Saturday
Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library
Learn the history of your favorite snacks and then try some!
Dried Flower Suncatcher
Sat, May 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Make a dainty suncatcher to catch those rays!
Registration opens Monday, April 14 2025 at 12:00pm
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Sat, May 10, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
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Mon, May 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
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