Name: Go Lean With Protein
Start: 2023-12-07T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2023-12-07T19:30:00-05:00
Location: Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library

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Go Lean With Protein

The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

2023-12-07 18:00:00 2023-12-07 19:30:00 America/New_York Go Lean With Protein The OSU Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program is offering, in partnership with Massillon Public Library, a FREE series of programs for families with children on how to stretch food dollars. Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library -

Thursday, December 07
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-12-07 18:00:00 2023-12-07 19:30:00 America/New_York Go Lean With Protein The OSU Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program is offering, in partnership with Massillon Public Library, a FREE series of programs for families with children on how to stretch food dollars. Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library -

Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library

The OSU Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program is offering, in partnership with Massillon Public Library, a FREE series of programs for families with children on how to stretch food dollars.

This FREE program will help families with children explore nutrition, creative ideas to keep families active, parent tips, ways to stretch your food dollars, as well as food tastings, which will include recipes and affordable food suggestions. Participants will receive educational enhancements that relate to the topic of the day. Week # 5 Go Lean With Protein will help families choose lean protein foods while gaining helpful hints on how to keep their food safe to eat. The weekly educational enhancement will be a food thermometer and Safe Food Temperature Magnet and Brochure.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Health and Wellness | Cooking |

Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library

Hours

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

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, 10:15am - 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, 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.

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.

Rescheduled

Budding Bookworms Storytime

Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

New date Wednesday, January 29, 10:15am - 11:00am

Main Library

This story time features lively tales and participatory activities for children ages 2 to 5 years.

Budding Bookworms Storytime

Wed, Jan 29, 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, 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.

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.

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.

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, 10:15am - 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, 10:15am - 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.

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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

Massillon Public Library

Go Lean With Protein

The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Thursday, December 076:00pm - 7:30pm

Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library

Pam S. Belloni Memorial Branch Library

Upcoming events

Thursday, December 07
6:00pm - 7:30pm