Free Video Courses & Online Learning!

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November — December 2021

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Printables, Lessons, Mini-Books, and More!

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Free Video

Courses & Online Learning!

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YOUR LIBRARY CONNECTION

The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library enhances lives by connecting people and ideas.

Board of Trustees Melissa Lattanzi, President Donald Emerson, Jr., Vice President Michael McGee, Secretary James Duff

Paulette Edington Franklin Manios Karen Scher

Library Administration

James A. Wilkins, Executive Director Kimberly Garrett, Deputy Director Newsletter Staff

Cheryl Bush, Marketing & Public Relations Manager Angela Cozart, Graphics Specialist

Connections

The Connections newsletter/event guide is a publication of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library. To receive the library’s email newsletter, please call the Marketing & Public Relations Department at (330) 399-8807 ext. 128 or email [email protected].

The Bookmobile...

Your Library on Wheels!

Brookfield Library Welcomes New Manager

Amanda Murphy has been named manager of the Brookfield branch of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library.

Murphy, of Austintown, has been with the W-TCPL since 2005, first as a Branch Children’s Librarian, then Youth Services Assistant Manager, and Children’s Department Supervisor. Prior to joining the W-TCPL, she worked at the Massillon Public Library.

Murphy replaces former branch manager Deborah Mosora, who retired after 21 years with the W-TCPL.

In her new position, Murphy is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Brookfield Library, including circulation activities, supervisory duties, and collection maintenance.

Murphy earned her Master of Library and Information Science degree from Wayne State University (Detroit, Mich.) and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and history from West Liberty State College (W.Va.). She has served on many professional state and national committees, including the Association for Library Service to Children. She is an audiobook reviewer for a national publication and has served as a judge for the Audie Awards, which annually recognize distinction in audiobooks.

Library Names New Adult Services Manager

Alyse McMullen has been named manager of the Adult Services Department at the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library.

McMullen, of Warren, joined the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library in 2012 as a library specialist in the Circulation Department and was most recently Digital Resources Supervisor for four years.

McMullen earned a Master of Library and Information Science and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Kent State University.

In her new position, McMullen is responsible for planning and implementing services and programs for the Adult Services Department at the Warren Library; coordinating the selection of adult books, periodicals, and media; selecting online resources for the library system; and providing reference and reader guidance service to customers.

Visit the library website at www.WTCPL.org for the current schedule of all the Bookmobile’s stops.

To find out more about Bookmobile service, call 330.399.8807 ext. 203.

A selection of upcoming stops:

• Mineral Ridge

• North Bloomfield

• Greene

Forest Ridge Apartments, 3847 Orchard Ct.

Monday, Nov. 22 from 9:15 — 11:45 a.m.

Monday, Dec. 13 from 9:15 — 11:45 a.m.

Bloomfield Park, State Routes 45 & 87 Monday, Nov. 15 from 1:15 — 3:45 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 6 from 1:15 — 3:45 p.m.

Greene Church of the Nazarene, 8916 OH-46 Wednesday, Nov. 17 from 1:15 — 3:45 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 1:15 — 3:45 p.m.

New Books Coming Soon!

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Library cardholders now have unlimited access to Scholastic Teachables, an online database of 25,000 searchable and printable educational materials.

Created by teachers, these ready-to-use resources help parents, teachers, home school families, and others support learners from Pre-K to grade 6.

Download printable activity sheets, mini-books, educational crafts, lesson plans, worksheets, puzzles, and more on a variety of subjects and grade levels.

- Visit www.WTCPL.org

- Click on the “Kids & Teens” tab

- Click on “Resources for Parents & Teachers”

To access Scholastic Teachables:

Video Courses and Online Learning Options For Careers, Jobs, and Life-Long Learning!

The library offers students and adult learners free access to interactive online learning options. You can learn at your own pace, focus on specific topics, and even track your progress.

On-demand video courses, trainings, and support tutorials are available free 24/7 through the library website, www.WTCPL.org, or the dedicated apps for these platforms.

Infobase Learning Cloud

With Infobase Learning Cloud, you can boost your proficiency in:

Learning Express Library

With Learning Express, you can prepare to succeed on the:

LinkedIN Learning

With LinkedIN Learning, you can take your career to the next level with learning paths in:

• Adobe Photoshop

• Google Docs & Meet

• Microsoft Word & Excel

• Zoom

• GED® Test, ACT® Test, SAT® Test

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Exam

• Nursing Exam NCLEX-RN

• Teaching Exam Praxis®

• Data Analysis

• Personal Branding

• Time Management

• Video Editing THEHOTLIST

New Books Coming Soon!

Wish You Were Here By Jodi Picoult

Autopsy By Patricia Cornwell

Mercy By David Baldacci

Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone By Diana Gabaldon

Flying Angels By Danielle Steel

Never By Ken Follett The Dark Hours By Michael Connelly

Winter Weddings By Debbie Macomber

NEW!

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EVENTS EVENTS

7032 Grove St. | Brookfield, OH 44403 (330) 448-8134

BROOKFIELD LIBRARY

578 Lakeview Dr. | Cortland, OH 44410 (330) 638-6335

CORTLAND LIBRARY

For Children

Preschool Storytime

Mondays at 11 a.m.: Nov. 1, 8, 15;

Nov. 29; Dec. 6

Preschool Storytime features stories, songs, and movement and reinforces the development of early literacy skills.

For children ages 3 — 5. No registration necessary.

For Children

Tuesdays at 11 a.m.: Nov. 2, 9, 16;

Nov. 30; Dec. 7

Toddler Tales

Every Monday at 11 a.m.:

Nov. 1 — Dec. 6

Storytime for toddlers ages 19 to 35 months old with a parent or caregiver.

No registration necessary.

The Wednesday Club

Wed., Nov. 3 between 3:30 — 6:30 p.m.

Wed., Dec. 1 between 3:30 — 6:30 p.m.

Drop in to the library for stories, contests, hands-on activities, and crafts based on a different topic each month. For children in grades K — 6. No registration necessary.

For Adults

Carry-Out Crafts

Add a little seasonal flair to your home with a craft you make yourself! Stop by the library and pick up a kit that includes instructions and supplies for a craft you can make on your own at home. New kits will be available at the beginning of each month;

available while supplies last.

For All Ages

LEGO Club

Sat., Nov. 20 between 1 — 2:30 p.m.

Let your imagination run wild and create with our collection of popular LEGO building bricks. (All structures will remain at the library.) For children ages 5 - 12. No registration necessary.

Event attendees will be asked to follow current library COVID-19 protocols.

To facilitate communication, presenters may not be masked.

CALENDAR OF ^ LIBR AR Y

Cortland Holiday Program

Mon., Dec. 13 from 5 — 6 p.m.

All ages are invited to join us for this festive evening!

There will be a Christmas craft for children; a take- and-make ornament craft for adults; plus enjoy a live musical performance by The Berrys to hear your favorite hits along with originals from their upcoming album! No registration necessary.

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9095 East Market St. | Warren, OH 44484 (330) 856-2011

HOWLAND LIBRARY

415 Churchill-Hubbard Rd. | Youngstown, OH 44505 (330) 759-2589

LIBERTY LIBRARY

For Children

Wednesdays at 10 a.m.: Nov. 3, 10, 17;

Dec. 1, 8

Preschool Storytime features stories, songs, and movement and reinforces the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3 — 5.

Registration is requested.

Toddler Tales

Thursdays at 10 a.m.: Nov. 4; Nov. 18;

Dec. 2, 9

Storytime for toddlers ages 19 to 35 months old with a parent or caregiver.

Registration is requested.

Babytime

Mondays at 10 a.m.: Nov. 1, 8, 15;

Nov. 29; Dec. 6

Laugh and learn with your baby! For infants ages 6 to 18 months with a parent or caregiver. Short stories, fingerplays, and simple songs. Registration is requested.

For Adults

Steel Valley Ukers

Thurs., Nov. 4 at 1:30 p.m.

The Steel Valley Ukers, a ukulele group led by Richard Wyant, will perform in the library. No registration necessary.

For Adults

Branch Street Coffee Roasters

Sat., Nov. 13 at 11 a.m.

What’s the difference between a pour-over, a latte, and a cappuccino? Matthew Campbell from Branch Street Coffee Roasters will talk about the coffee business and guide us through a global journey of specialty coffees and teas! No registration necessary.

Live Music in the Library

Sat., Dec. 4 from 2 — 3 p.m.

Guitarist Tyler Guerrieri will play a selection of popular hits along with holiday music. Enjoyable for all ages.

Holiday Guitar Music

Thurs., Dec. 16 at 5:30 p.m.

Guitarist Tyler Guerrieri will play a selection of holiday music. Enjoyable for all ages. No registration necessary.

For Children For Teens

Dec. 1, 8

Movin’ & Groovin’

Tuesdays at 11 a.m.: Nov. 2, 9, 16 Is our traditional preschool storytime just not a good match for you and your child?

Caregivers, come engage with your child as we provide a high-energy experience.

Please wear comfortable clothing and be ready to move with the music with your child. For children ages 2 — 5. No registration necessary.

LEGO Club

Thurs., Nov. 18 from 5 — 6 p.m.

Attention Young Engineers: Stop by the library to create unique structures with our collection of LEGO building bricks.

Each structure will remain at the library.

For kids ages 5 – 12. No registration necessary.

Teen Game Night

Every Monday between 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Join us for video and board games of all sorts!

For teens in grades 7 — 12. No registration necessary.

Decorate the Library

Wed., Dec. 1 at 2:30 p.m.

Help us decorate the library for the holidays!

Enjoy sweet treats while you deck the halls with ribbons and lights. For teens in grades 7 — 12.

Guessing Game for Teens

Stop by the library and take a guess at this month’s challenge! Whoever guesses the closest will win a prize. Contest runs all month long. For teens in grades 7 — 12.

Take & Make Crafts for Teens

Pick up your free seasonal Take & Make craft kit.

A different craft each month! While supplies last.

For teens in grades 7 — 12.

Painting Class with Local Artist Tim Milliner

Sat., Dec. 4 at 1 p.m.

Tim Milliner, a local artist and owner of the Party Art Café and Studio in Niles, will lead this class as participants each paint a winter scene. For adults only. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required.

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For Children

Mondays at 1 p.m.: Nov. 1, 8, 15; Nov. 29; Dec. 6

Preschool Storytime features stories, songs, and movement and reinforces the development of early literacy skills. For children ages 3 — 5. No registration necessary.

Fridays at 11 a.m.: Nov. 5, 12, 19;

Dec. 3, 10

For children ages 3 — 5. Registration is required each week; space is limited.

Babytime

Tuesdays at 11 a.m.: Nov. 2, 9, 16;

Nov. 30; Dec. 7

Laugh and learn with your baby! For infants ages 6 to 18 months with a parent or caregiver. Short stories, fingerplays, and simple songs. Registration is required each week; space is limited.

Music and Movement

Dec. 1, 8

Toddlers’ natural curiosity will be engaged during this weekly program of stories, music, and hands-on activities. For toddlers ages 19 to 35 months old with a parent or caregiver. Registration is required each week; space is limited.

Monday FunDay

Mon., Nov. 15 at 4:30 p.m.

Mon., Dec. 6 at 4:30 p.m.

Create, discover, and experiment through science, art, stories, and more! Check with library staff for each month’s theme. For children ages 5 – 12. Registration is required.

December Craft-A-Palooza

Sat., Dec. 4 between 11 a.m. — 3 p.m.

Kids can stop in and make a holiday gift for someone special on their list! Each Saturday will feature a different craft and will be offered while supplies last. For children ages 5 to 12. No registration necessary for this drop-in program.

A “Polar Express” Family Storytime

Wed., Dec. 15 at 6 p.m.

Children are invited to wear their pajamas and join us as we read aloud The Polar Express, the beloved children’s story by Chris Van Allsburg, and participate in themed holiday activities! For children ages 3 to 10 and their grown-ups. Registration is required; space is limited.

For Teens

Teen Central Gaming

Thursday afternoons, 3 — 4:30 p.m.

Join us in Teen Central at the Warren Library for games of all sorts! For teens in grades 7 — 12. No registration necessary.

1471 Salt Springs Rd. | Warren, OH 44481 (330) 824-2094

LORDSTOWN LIBRARY

444 Mahoning Ave. NW | Warren, OH 44483 (330) 399-8807

WARREN LIBRARY

LEGOMania

Sat., Nov. 6 between 2 — 3:30 p.m.

Children can stretch their imaginations building creations with the library’s collection of popular LEGO building bricks. (Finished projects remain at the library.) For children ages 5 - 12.

Open Forum Book Club at Warren SCOPE

Wed., Nov. 24 from 11 a.m. — noon In-person at SCOPE, 375 North Park Ave., Warren

Have you ever wanted a book club where everybody does not read the same book? This is that book club! There is no assigned title; bring any book of your choice. A librarian will

guide the discussion as we chat about favorite books, ideas, and recommendations.

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For Children

Boredom Busters: Learning American Sign Language

Sat., Nov. 20 at 1 p.m.

Sat., Dec. 18 at 1 p.m.

Miss Crystal teaches us common American Sign Language (ASL) signs.

Watch this pre-recorded video when it premieres on the library page on Facebook or watch any time after that on our YouTube channel.

Virtual Noon Year’s Eve

Friday, Dec. 31 at 11:45 a.m.

Watch the Youth Services staff welcome in the new year with activities and a countdown to noon! View this pre-recorded video when it premieres on the library page on Facebook or watch any time after that on our YouTube channel.

Online Event: Vaping & Tobacco Educational Class

Thurs., Nov. 4 at 10 — 11:30 a.m.

Two local health experts will lead this free class to talk about vaping and tobacco, including: addiction, dependency, cessation medications, risk and disease, health benefits of quitting, and seeking a physician’s counsel. Presenters are Teresa Merrick, RN, PHN, Trumbull County Combined Health District, Tobacco Program Coordinator; and Lachelle R. Goldson, M.S.Ed., LPC, CTTS, Tobacco Treatment Specialist, Mercy Health Behavioral Health, Regional Tobacco Treatment Center. This live online event will take place using the free Zoom video conferencing platform. Participants can join the event from a home computer, smart phone, or tablet. Call to register.*

Book Discussion Groups Guest Speakers and Special Events

Online Adult Book Discussion

Thurs., Nov. 18 at 2 p.m.:

The Leavers by Lisa Ko

(Please note that this month’s book discussion is scheduled one week later than usual due to the Veterans Day holiday.) This live online book discussion will take place using the free Zoom video conferencing platform.

Registration required.*

Online Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Discussion

Wed., Dec. 15 at 6 p.m.:

The Sisters of the Winter Wood by Rena Rossner

This live online book discussion will take place using the free Zoom video conferencing platform.

ONLINE www.WTCPL.org

Online Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Discussion

Wed., Nov. 17 at 6 p.m.:

Ninefox Gambit by Yoon Ha Lee This live online book discussion will take place using the free Zoom video conferencing platform.

Online Adult Book Discussion

—Holiday Party!

Thurs., Dec. 9 at 2 p.m.

Join the holiday festivities with our annual holiday party! There is no book selection this month. This live online book discussion will take place using the free Zoom video conferencing platform.

*Call the Adult Services Department at the Warren Library at (330) 399-8807 ext. 200 to register for an event OR send an email to: [email protected].

Online Event: A Celebration Presentation for Cleveland Indians Nation

Wed., Dec. 8 at 6 p.m.

For details, see page 8.

Holiday Book Craft

Sat., Dec. 18 at 2 p.m.

Pick up a kit to make a holiday craft with upcycled books, and then join us for this event via Zoom to make the craft together! Kits will be available at the Warren Library “Ask Us” desk throughout the month of December, while supplies last. This live online event will take place using the free Zoom video conferencing platform. Call to register.*

Author Martin Gitlin

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HOLIDAYS & CLOSINGS

All W-TCPL locations will be closed on the following dates:

Remember, you can borrow digital eBooks, eAudiobooks, movies, and more through the Thursday, November 11 Veterans Day Wednesday, November 24 Thanksgiving Eve

Thursday, November 25 Thanksgiving Day Thursday, December 23 Closed

Friday, December 24 Christmas Eve Saturday, December 25 Christmas Friday, December 31 New Year’s Eve

Closing at 5 PM

444 Mahoning Ave. NW Warren, OH 44483

LIBRARY HOURS

Brookfield Library Monday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.

Tuesday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 9 a.m. — 7 p.m.

Thursday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.

Friday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.

Sunday: CLOSED Cortland Library Monday: 9 a.m. — 7 p.m.

Sunday: CLOSED Howland Library Monday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.

Sunday: CLOSED

Liberty Library Monday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.

Sunday: CLOSED Lordstown Library Monday: 11 a.m. — 7 p.m.

Wednesday: CLOSED Thursday: 11 a.m. — 5 p.m.

Saturday: CLOSED Sunday: CLOSED Warren Library Monday: 9 a.m. — 7 p.m.

Sunday: CLOSED Mobile Library Services

(330) 399-8807 ext. 203. See schedules at wtcpl.org

www.WTCPL.org

The Indians rounded out their 2021 season, becoming the Guardians in 2022. Be a part of this historic end of an era! Take a fun and enlightening journey through Cleveland Indians history with Martin Gitlin, author of The Ultimate Cleveland Indians Time Machine Book. He will feature videos and photographs of the greatest and most fascinating players, teams, events, and moments in franchise history. This event will take place using the free Zoom video conferencing platform.

Call the Adult Services Department at the Warren Library at (330) 399-8807 ext. 200 to register for the event OR send an email to: [email protected].

Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at 6 PM Local History & Genealogy Center

Temporarily Closed

The Local History & Genealogy Center located on the second floor of the Warren Library will temporarily close Nov. 1 for several months.

This closure is necessary so that work can be completed to the second floor of the Warren Library as part of the building expansion and renovation project at the library.

During the closure, Local History & Genealogy Center staff will be available to assist customers virtually with questions about their family history research.

Requests for information can be submitted through a Research Request Form found on the library website at www.WTCPL.org.

The library website also includes many digitized genealogy resources, including access to Ancestry: Library Edition.

For more information about the Local History & Genealogy Center, call (330) 399-8807 ext. 202.

Online via Zoom