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May 2013
6/1/2013-6/29/2013
Genealogy One-On-One Research Help
These Genealogy help sessions will take place each Saturday in June. Participants are encouraged to bring their "beginner" genealogical questions. The Genealogy Members will help people get started and will give tips on next steps for the participants in their genealogical search. Experienced, but not professional, genealogists will be present to offer their best suggestions and guidelines. Registration is required and there is a $5 fee per session. To register or for more information, visit the Genealogy Library on the second floor of John McIntire Library, call them at 740.453.0391, ext. 139, or email rjenkins5@gmail.com.
Time: 10:00AM-1:00PM & 1:00-4:00PM
Category: Adult/Teen
Location: Genealogy Library at John McIntire Library
6/1/2013
Summer Reading 2013 Kick-Off Event
Join us for the kick-off to the 2013 Summer Reading program as we celebrate at John McIntire Library with balloon animals, temporary tattoos and more! You can even register early for Summer Reading. Summer Reading is the 6 week read-for-fun program that runs June 10th through July 20th. Registration opens Monday, June 3rd at all six public libraries in Muskingum County.
Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Category: All Categories
Location: John McIntire Library
6/3/2013
Knitted Bracelets with Cheryl Watt
Come learn how to make fabulous knitted bracelets with the equally fabulous Cheryl Watt. Registration is required and space is limited for this free program. Contact the Roseville Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.697.0237.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Adult/Teen
Location: Roseville Branch Library
6/5/2013-6/29/2013
Photographs by Nancy Forker
Be sure to stop by the lobby of John McIntire Library during June to see the wonderful images captured by Friend of the Library Nancy Forker on her world travels.
Category: All Categories
Location: John McIntire Library
6/5/2013-6/26/2013
Hoffman Challenge Doll Display
Join us in the Carnegie Wing Gallery for a display of dolls from the latest international Hoffman Doll Challenge. Open to the public and free of charge. The gallery space is open Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Category: All Categories
Location: Carnegie Wing Gallery at John McIntire Library
6/6/2013-6/27/2013
E-Reader One-On-One Help Desk Sessions
Contact the Computer Lab at John McIntire Library to set up your very own one-on-one help session with a library technology associate concerning your e-Reader. Sessions will be available between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. on any Thursday in June. Help Desk Sessions are free of charge. For more information and to register for your session, contact the Computer Lab at 740.453.0391, ext. 128.
Category: Adult/Teen
Location: John McIntire Library
6/6/2013
VA Benefits Information Session with Michael T. Bryan
Michael T. Bryan will share information and respond to questions regarding VA benefits. This presentation is free of charge and open to the public. To register for this terrific opportunity, contact the Reference Department at John McIntire Library - 740.453.0391, ext. 116 or 132.
Time: 6:30 PM
Category: Adult
Location: John McIntire Library
6/8/2013
Dig Into Gardening
Master gardeners invite students in grades 2-6 to Dig Into Gardening at this fun, hands on program. Participants will learn all about how to plan and plant a garden and will create their own container of flowers to take home. They may even want to then enter their creation in the Master Gardener's July 10th event - Earth to Art! Register for this free program by contacting the Children's Department at John McIntire Library - 740.453.0391, ext. 115. Registration is required and space is limited.
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Category: Children Grades 2-6
Location: John McIntire Library
6/8/2013
Book Signing with Melissa Clemens
Meet Melissa Clemens, author of the children's book "Marshmallow Toes." She will have copies of the book available for purchase and signing.
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Category: All Categories
Location: John McIntire Library
6/10/2013-7/20/2013
Summer Reading 2013 - Dig Into Reading
Our annual 6 week, read-for-fun program opens June 10th at all six Muskingum County Library System locations and runs through July 20th. Summer Readers set their reading goals, earn cool incentives as they read their way to their goal and are invited to attend free, optional weekly programs. Fantastic! Registration begins June 3rd. Contact the library where you are interested in participating for more information. Dig Into Reading Muskingum County!
Category: Children
Location: All
6/10/2013
Dig Into Your Imagination @ the Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to dig into their imaginations with books, music and more at this fun Summer Reading program. Contact the Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.674.7100.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library
6/10/2013-7/20/2013
Teen Summer Reading 2013 - Dig Into Reading
Teen Summer Reading 2013 – Dig Into Reading! – Teen Summer Readers determine and set their own goals for the number of books they will read and report during the 6 week read-for-fun program. Teens can register starting June 3rd at any of the 6 public libraries in Muskingum County and can start reporting books June 10th. Participants will receive a free book pack when they report their first book and coupons for the first, third and fifth books reported. Teens reaching their Summer Reading goal will receive a free book and be entered in a drawing for some grand prizes. There will also be special Summer Reading Events that registered Teen Summer Readers can enjoy. Contact the library where you are interested in participating for more information.
Category: Teen
Location: All
6/10/2013
Dig Into Your Imagination @ the Dresden Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to dig into their imaginations with books, music and more at this fun Summer Reading program. Contact the Dresden Branch Library for more information and to register - 740.754.1003.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: Dresden Branch Library
6/10/2013
Fairy Gardens with Master Gardener Kathy Mohler
Kathy Mohler will demonstrate how to use miniature items to create your own fairy container garden. Registration is required and space is limited for this free program. Contact the Roseville Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.697.0237.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Adult/Teen
Location: Roseville Branch Library
6/11/2013
Dig Into Your Imagination @ the New Concord Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to dig into their imaginations with books, music and more at this terrific Summer Reading program. Contact the New Concord Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.826.4184.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: New Concord Branch Library
6/11/2013-6/12/2013
Dig Into Your Imagination with Illusionist Stephen Knight
This Summer Reading program is the very embodiment of high energy magical entertainment. More than just a performer of tricks, Stephen engages his audience using illusion, comedy and music to create a unique experience. Tickets for the Summer Reading programs may be reserved starting the Monday before the week of the program. Tickets are required, limited and free of charge for all Summer Reading programs. For more information, contact the Children's Desk at John McIntire Library - 740.453.0391, ext. 115.
Time: 10:30 AM
Category: Children
Location: John McIntire Library
6/11/2013
Dig Into Teen Summer Reading @ the South Branch Library
Teens are invited to start Summer Reading off right with some fun, games and snacks. Contact the South Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.454.1511.
Time: 5:00 PM
Category: Teen
Location: South Branch Library
6/12/2013
Dig Into Your Imagination @ the South Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to dig into their imaginations with books, music and more at this fun Summer Reading program. Contact the South Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.454.1511.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: South Branch Library
6/12/2013
Book Discussion - "Killing Lincoln"
Join us for a discussion of this riveting historical narrative of the heart-stopping events surrounding the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Registered participants will be loaned a copy of the book. Registration is requested, limited and free of charge. Contact the New Concord Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.826.41840.
Time: 5:30 PM
Category: Adult/Teen
Location: New Concord Branch Library
6/12/2013
Dig Into Your Imagination @ the Roseville Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to dig into their imaginations with books, music and more at this terrific Summer Reading program. Contact the Roseville Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.697.0237.
Time: 2:00 PM
Category: All Categories
Location: Roseville Branch Library
6/17/2013
Dig Into Dinosaurs @ the Dresden Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to dig into some prehistoric fun at this fun Summer Reading program. Contact the Dresden Branch Library for more information and to register - 740.754.1003.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: Dresden Branch Library
6/17/2013
Dig Into Dinosaurs @ the Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to dig up some prehistoric fun at this great Summer Reading program. Contact the Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.674.7100.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library
6/18/2013-6/19/2013
Dig Into Dinosaurs with ventriloquist Mark Wade
Summer Readers will get to meet Mark Wade's Head Engineer in Charge of Digging, Edgar Beaver. Edgar is in search of the secret library buried somewhere in our vicinity - and he won't stop digging until he finds treasure! Tickets for the Summer Reading programs may be reserved starting the Monday before the week of the program. Tickets are required, limited and free of charge for all Summer Reading programs. For more information, contact the Children's Desk at John McIntire Library - 740.453.0391, ext. 115.
Time: 10:30 AM
Category: Children
Location: John McIntire Library
6/18/2013
Dig Into Dinosaurs @ the New Concord Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to dig up some prehistoric fun at this terrific Summer Reading program. Contact the New Concord Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.826.4184.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: New Concord Branch Library
6/19/2013
Dig Into Dinosaurs @ the South Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to dig up some prehistoric fun at this terrific Summer Reading program. Contact the South Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.454.1511.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: South Branch Library
6/19/2013
Meet the Author with Dean Anthony Granitsas
Stop by the New Concord Branch Library to meet this young philosopher and author of "That: Aphorisms and Lessays."
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Adult/Teen
Location: New Concord Branch Library
6/19/2013
Teen Summer Reading - Dig In @ The Works
Dig In @ The Works in Newark – Teens that have read and reported 1 book will be eligible to register for a fun trip to The Works and the Great Circle Mound in Newark, Ohio. Bus transportation to and from Newark and admission will be provided. Participants are asked to bring a sack lunch and be ready to dig into the past, present and future on this fun trip. Registration is required, limited, free of charge, and will open on Friday, June 14th at 10:00 a.m. Contact the Reference Desk at John McIntire Library at 740.453.0391, ext. 116 or 132 for more information.
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Category: Teen
Location: John McIntire Library
6/19/2013
Dig Into Dinosaurs @ the Roseville Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to dig up some prehistoric fun at this terrific Summer Reading program. Contact the Roseville Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.697.0237.
Time: 2:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: Roseville Branch Library
6/20/2013
Summer Reading Story Time Special
Ronald McDonald's back! America's most loveable clown will be here to share his excitement for reading with children ages 2-5. Ronald will encourage young readers to use their imaginations while reading and to make book time a part of each day. Tickets may be reserved for this program beginning Monday, June 10th. Tickets are required, limited and free of charge. For more information, contact the Children's Department at John McIntire Library - 740.453.0391, ext. 115.
Time: 10:30 AM
Category: Children 2 - 5 yrs.
Location: John McIntire Library
6/24/2013
Dig Into Fun @ the Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to enjoy big fun with ventriloquist Mark Wade at this terrific Summer Reading program. Contact the Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.674.7100.
Time: 2:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library
6/24/2013
Dig Into Fun @ the Dresden Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to enjoy big fun with ventriloquist Mark Wade at this fun Summer Reading program. Contact the Dresden Branch Library for more information and to register - 740.754.1003.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: Dresden Branch Library
6/25/2013-6/26/2013
Dig Into Fun
Summer Readers are invited to join our library associates for Big Fun when they share stories, music and more! Tickets for the Summer Reading programs may be reserved starting the Monday before the week of the program. Tickets are required, limited and free of charge for all Summer Reading programs. For more information, contact the Children's Desk at John McIntire Library - 740.453.0391, ext. 115.
Time: 10:30 AM
Category: Children
Location: John McIntire Library
6/25/2013
Dig Into Fun @ the New Concord Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to enjoy big fun with ventriloquist Mark Wade at this terrific Summer Reading program. Contact the New Concord Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.826.4184.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: New Concord Branch Library
6/25/2013
Beginning Internet Computer Class
Interested area residents are invited to register for this introductory class on internet searching. Registration is requested, limited and free of charge. Contact the Dresden Branch Library for more information - 740.754.1003.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Adult/Teen
Location: Dresden Branch Library
6/26/2013
Dig Into Fun @ the South Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to enjoy big fun with ventriloquist Mark Wade at this terrific Summer Reading program. Contact the South Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.454.1511.
Time: 6:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: South Branch Library
6/26/2013
Dig Into Fun @ the Roseville Branch Library
Summer Readers are invited to enjoy big fun with ventriloquist Mark Wade at this terrific Summer Reading program. Contact the Roseville Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.697.0237.
Time: 2:00 PM
Category: Children
Location: Roseville Branch Library
6/28/2013
Ceramics Are Us
Teen Summer Readers are invited to this fun event where they will learn about ceramics and get to paint their own pottery. Registration is required and space is limited for this free program. Contact the New Concord Branch Library for more information and to sign up - 740.826.4184.
Time: 2:00 PM
Category: Teen
Location: New Concord Branch Library
7/10/2013
Earth to Art
Join the Master Gardeners of Muskingum County for their annual celebration of gardening and artistic expression on the front lawn of John McIntire Library. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Master Gardener School Grants Program.
Time: 1:00-7:30 PM
Category: All Categories
Location: John McIntire Library
7/11/2013
Teen Summer Reading - Dig Into Pottery @ Hartstone Pottery
Dig Into Pottery @ Hartstone Pottery – Teen Summer Readers will enjoy a behind the scenes tour of Hartstone Pottery where they will also have the opportunity to decorate their own piece of art with the help of Harstone’s artisans. Registration is required, limited and opens on Monday, June 24th at 10:00 a.m.
Time: 1:00-3:00 PM
Category: Teen
Location: Harstone Pottery
7/18/2013
Teen Summer Reading - Dig Into Fun @ BLITS
Dig Into Fun @ BLITS - Join your friends and celebrate your Summer Reading accomplishments with a fun party at BLITS. Pizza, games & FUN! Each Teen Summer Reader will receive 10 game tokens and are welcome to purchase more. Fifth graders who have participated in Summer Reading and read at least 1 book are also invited to attend. Registration is required, limited and opens Monday, July 8th at 10:00 a.m.
Time: 6:00-7:00 PM
Category: All Categories
Location: BLITS on Northpointe in Zanesville
