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Discovery Time Story Time

2023-10-26 10:15:00 2023-10-26 11:00:00 America/New_York Discovery Time Story Time This Story Time is for babies and toddlers ages 0 to 2.5 years old, followed by a short playtime. Main Library - Auditorium

Thursday, October 26
10:15am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2023-10-26 10:15:00 2023-10-26 11:00:00 America/New_York Discovery Time Story Time This Story Time is for babies and toddlers ages 0 to 2.5 years old, followed by a short playtime. Main Library - Auditorium

Main Library

Auditorium

This Story Time is for babies and toddlers ages 0 to 2.5 years old, followed by a short playtime.

All the Story Times reflect the early literacy initiative, Every Child Ready to Read, offering parents many fun and useful suggestions to help their children gain early skills that lead to reading.


No registration is required for Story Times. Children attending these free programs must be accompanied by an adult.


For more information, contact the Children’s Department at 330-832-9831, x317.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Story Time |

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Main Library

Phone: 330-832-9831

Hours
Mon, Nov 11 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 12 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 13 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 14 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 15 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 16 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 17 Closed

About the branch

In 1897, local public servant and storekeeper George Harsh willed $10,000 for “public library purposes.” The funds purchased nearly 10,000 volumes for Massillon’s first public library. Also in 1897, J.W. McClymonds announced his gift of an endowment of $20,000 for a library. The Russell sisters, Flora and Annie, who married the McClymonds brothers, donated the Nahum S. Russell home, located on Prospect Street (now Fourth Street NE), in memory of their parents. The McClymonds Public Library opened on January 1, 1899, and was funded by private subscriptions and an annual disbursement of city funds. In 1922, the McClymonds Public Library became the Massillon City School District Library and was now funded by tax revenue.

 

In 1930, Annie Steese Baldwin willed her home “as the site for a new public library.” Built around 1835, the brick home overlooking downtown Massillon from Hill Street (now Second Street NE) was first the residence of the city’s founder, James Duncan.

 

The current Massillon Public Library (Main Location), located at the corner of Lincoln Way East and Second Street NE, opened in 1937.  Designed by Albrecht & Wilhelm and funded in part by a Works Progress Administration grant, the Duncan/Baldwin home was connected by a Jeffersonian portico and rotunda to a west wing Reading Room and Children’s Room. The Massillon Museum was also housed at this location until 1996 when it moved to its present location at 121 Lincoln Way East.

 

Upcoming events

Wed, Nov 13, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
Join our Local History & Genealogy Specialist, Christine Bowman, for a free 90-minute one-on-one consultation. (Appointment required)

Wed, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Bring your current project and spend time with other crafters.

Wed, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Learn how to edit photos on both Apple and Android phones. Using the simple techniques demonstrated in this class, you'll be able to make any photo look better.
Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Together we will learn what adhesives work best on wooden and metal craft materials while creating a festive pumpkin wreath. 

Fri, Nov 15, 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.

Fri, Nov 15, 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.

Fri, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
Join us for a round of MarioKart! Tweens are welcome to stop by and spend an afternoon playing MarioKart on our Nintendo Switch. Face off against friends or show off your skills to the group!

Cancelled
Sat, Nov 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Library
Join us for a story time designed for children who enjoy structured activities and may need more sensory, social, or emotional support. We will use books, music, and movements to explore our world!

Sat, Nov 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Mandala rock painting for adults.
Registration is now closed

Cancelled
Sat, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Join us for a story time designed for children who enjoy structured activities and may need more sensory, social, or emotional support. We will use books, music, and movements to explore our world!

Mon, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Featuring 2 different presenters every month. Topics range from bootlegs, various genres, specific artists and bands, or pressing vinyl records. Spin songs on our turntable and share your knowledge.

Tue, Nov 19, 9:00am - 10:00am
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Join us for our morning book club as we discuss The "Secret Lives of Booksellers & Librarians" by James Patterson!

Tue, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join our new homeschool group for a brief lesson on medieval times and a chance to make your own stained glass windows!

Tue, Nov 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Massillon Main Library - Main Auditorium
Whiz Kid Club is a new homeschool group focusing on learning challenges and fun classroom games like trivia! Join us this month to design your own holiday.

Tue, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Stop in for a fun lesson about space! Families can work together to complete a planet mobile and learn space vocab. Drop in anytime 5:30-7:30PM! Registration required.

Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library
Join us for a book club at Belloni!

Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
Join Gwen Miller as she teaches meditation techniques and strategies in our historic Duncan Room.

Wed, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Bring your current project and spend time with other crafters.

Wed, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
Join us every third Wednesday of each month from 2 - 7 p.m. to research and socialize.

Wed, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Want to research your house? Join us in the Duncan Room for this hands-on workshop focused on the resources available through the Stark County Auditor & Recorder's Office. Registration required.

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
With felt, embroidery hoops & floss, burlap, sharpies, and more, you can design your very own fall leaf hoop art! All supplies provided, lots of colors to choose from!

Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Learn some tips on how to manage holiday and everyday stress from the staff of Stark County Mental Health & Addiction Recovery. Practice mental health techniques like adult coloring and mindfulness.

Thu, Nov 21, 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!

Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
All meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of the month at 4pm in the Main Library Auditorium unless otherwise indicated.

Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Gather for an interactive story time and compete in MPL's first ever 'Little Turkey' Obstacle Course and build your own trap to take home. 

Fri, Nov 22, 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.

Sat, Nov 23, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium,Children's Fireplace,Duncan Room,Teen Lounge,Gallery
Stop in before the holiday parade to see Santa, live reindeer, and enjoy crafts and activities!

Mon, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
A book club featuring a variety of genres. Join us for a riveting, in-depth discussion about books you choose. Monthly newsletters with questions about the book and author interviews included.

Mon, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Have a love of knowledge? Love testing your trivia mettle? Join us every 4th Monday for Kahoot Trivia! Ages 13+ welcome to play.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:15am - 11:15am
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us to make an owl ornament! This program is open to adults with developmental disabilities. Registration is required. All supplies are provided.

Tue, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for a celebration of all things Taylor Swift! Enjoy friendship bracelet making, black-out poetry, Swiftie trivia, and more! Registration not required.

Wed, Nov 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Watch a recent movie release in our Auditorium. Free popcorn and drinks available! Please see description below for movie titles & ratings.

Fri, Nov 29, 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.

Fri, Nov 29, 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.

Fri, Nov 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
Stop in to the Teen Lounge to make a craft of your choice out of clothespins! All supplies are provided. Registration not required.

Mon, Dec 02, 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.

Mon, Dec 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Live music from talented locals! Bring your own instrument and JAM! Use our drum set, piano or mics to join the band or hang out and listen to live music with other music enthusiasts.

Tue, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Cloud storage services are a great way to back up and share your files. Learn the basics of how cloud storage works and explore some of the most popular options.

Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Learn and create fun and easy gifts from items found in our homes.

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
This story time features lively tales and participatory activities for children ages 2 to 5 years.

Wed, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for our year end celebration. Our focus is on holiday traditions, so come and share some of yours. Bring a family dish to share!

Wed, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Bring your current project and spend time with other crafters.

Wed, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Let's talk about books! Bring your favorite book or author to recommend to others and add their favorite titles to your to be read pile. Make a book-ish craft! December's topic: Holiday books.

Thu, Dec 05, 10:15am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
20 minute story time for babies and toddlers aged 0 to 2.5 years old followed by a short playtime.

Thu, Dec 05, 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.

Fri, Dec 06, 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.

Sat, Dec 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us in spreading some holiday cheer! Enjoy holiday music while coloring Christmas cards for Massillon residents.

Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Kids up to Grade 6 are invited to listen to stories, sing and dance along to Christmas songs, make holiday cards and crafts, and have a snack!

Sat, Dec 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Learn to craft your own fancy ornament hook and a beaded ornament to display on it.
Registration opens Saturday, November 16 2024 at 9:00am

Sat, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us in the library auditorium as local students perform their favorite winter and holiday songs for the community. No registration required.

Mon, Dec 09, 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.

Mon, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Be your own D.J.! Spin vinyl records on our turntable with other music enthusiasts. Answer tough music trivia and win swag. Giveaways available monthly!

Tue, Dec 10, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
With only an hour, & a secret theme, can you decorate the best cookies in the bunch? Teens will be given 3 cookies each to work with and LOTS of decorating supplies. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place!
Registration opens Tuesday, November 26 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
Santa will visit good boys and girls in the Duncan Room to hear your Christmas wish lists and take holiday pictures. All ages welcome!

Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library
Join us at Belloni for our December craft group!

Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Main Library - Duncan Room
Join our Local History & Genealogy Specialist, Christine Bowman, for a free 90-minute one-on-one consultation. (Appointment required)

Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
This story time features lively tales and participatory activities for children ages 2 to 5 years.

Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Bring your current project and spend time with other crafters.

Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Diamond Painting is back! Join us once again in the auditorium to get your own large diamond painting! Lots of options to choose from - Disney to Video Games & More! Supplies limited so arrive early!

Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Kids up to Grade 6 are invited to listen to a holiday story and see a puppet show, sing along to Christmas songs, and make holiday crafts!

Thu, Dec 12, 10:15am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
20 minute story time for babies and toddlers aged 0 to 2.5 years old followed by a short playtime.

Thu, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Barry Askren Memorial Branch Library
Decorate cookies according to a secret holiday theme that will be assigned at the event! Vote for your favorite and take your cookies home to share. You might even win a prize! For Grades 6-12.

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Learn a new skill and create a cozy craft for the holiday season.

Fri, Dec 13, 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.

Fri, Dec 13, 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.

Fri, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teen Lounge
Calling all tweens! Cross an item off your holiday to-do list and make your own wrapping paper. We provide the supplies, you create the design. Registration not required.