From Frank Sarris Public Library
Upcoming Events
Note: The Library will be closed on Friday, April 19, 2019.
Teen Advisory Board
Grades 7-12 meet to plan, organize and lead activities that will engage and benefit members of the community. New members welcome. 6-7 p.m. March 5 and 6-7 p.m. April 1.
Fiction Book Club
The group will be discussing “Memoirs of a Geisha” by John Golden. New members always welcome! 1 p.m. March 13.
Teen Writers’ Club
Are you a student in grades 7-12 who enjoys writing? Whether you enjoy writing fiction, poetry, short stories or more, stop by to meet like-minded teens. We will write, share and support each other through the creative process. Email questions to Beth Kairush, Teen Advisory Board coordinator, at bkairush@franksarrislibrary.org. 6-7 p.m. March 18 and 6-7 p.m. April 15.
Bigfoot Fest 2019
Doug Waller, founder of the Southeastern Ohio Society for Bigfoot Investigation will be the keynote speaker. He will discuss his own personal research concerning accounts of Bigfoot venturing into urban areas. The event is free and the public is encouraged to share their experiences with these mysterious creatures. Refreshments will be served. For additional information, email Leslie Yoder at lyoder@franksarrislibrary.org. 1 p.m. March 30.
Trivia Night of the Round Tables
Grab some friends and pool your knowledge together at our after-hours trivia competition. Open to teens, adults, and families (with children ages 12+). Teams will compete for first prize answering questions from different categories. We will have snacks and drinks to satisfy your hunger while our questions challenge your brain. The fee is $5/person and teams can have 4-6 people/team. Registration is required and space is limited; registration will open in March. Please contact Beth Kairush or Leslie Yoder at 724-745-1308 (option #1) for more information. 6:30-9 p.m. April 27.
Weekly Programs
Yoga Story Time
Stretch and be centered at this special yoga session for kids (and their grownups)! Mondays, 10:30-11 a.m.
Happy Monday!
Rise and Shine and greet the new week. All ages welcome! Mondays, 11:15-11:45 a.m.
Madcap Mondays
Crafts, games, and science are just a few of the possibilities. Registration is required at the children’s circulation desk or by calling 724-745-1308 (option #4). Mondays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. for grades 5-8 and 5:30-6:30 p.m. for grades 2-4.
Mother Goose Story Time
For infants up to 18 months with a caregiver. Tuesdays, 10:30-11 a.m.
Toddler Tales
Finger plays and songs based on simple concepts, repetition and lots of movement. Ages 2-3. Tuesdays, 11:15-11:45 a.m.
Family Night
Stories, crafts, and games. New things to explore each week. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Little Picassos
Every week is a new make and take creation. Ages 2-5. Wednesdays, 10:30-11 a.m.
Story Time
Stories, finger plays and songs based on simple concepts, repetition and lots of movement. Ages 2-3 but siblings are welcome. Wednesdays, 11:15-11:45 a.m.
Wiggles and Giggles
Bring your little ones to stretch, sing, and dance. Ages 2-5. Wednesdays, 1:30-2 p.m.
Story Time
Provides active young children with stories, finger plays and songs based on simple concepts, repetition, and lots of movement. Fit for ages 2-3 but siblings are welcome. Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m.
Wiggles and Giggles
Bring your little ones to stretch, sing, and dance. Ages 2-5. Thursdays, 11:15-11:45 a.m.
More than A Story
Practice kindergarten readiness skills like listening during stories, making predictions and following directions. Ages 5-6. Thursdays, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Super Science
Kids ages 3-7 and 8-13. Come have fun with Science! Registration is required. Register at the children’s circulation desk or by calling 724-745-1308 (option #4). Thursdays, 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Spanish Story Time
Story time favorites – stories and songs – in Spanish. Fridays 10:30-11 a.m.
More from Your Library
Accelerated Reader
Canon-McMillan students can earn Accelerated Reading points at the library. We have a computer reserved in the Children’s Department exclusively for testing.
Ancestry Resources
Come to the library to take advantage of our subscription to Ancestry.com and get started researching your family tree – you can search billions of census, immigration, military records and more!
Continuing Education from Universal Class
Check out Typing and Keyboarding 101, Introduction to Gardening, Interview Skills and the other 500+ continuing education courses available at no cost through our website – all you need is a library card!
Flipster
With Flipster, you can read popular magazines on your computer, mobile device or tablet! You’ll find magazines covering current events, cooking, celebrities and human interest stories, beauty, wellness and more.
Gently Used Books for Sale
Our used book sale is ongoing and new titles are being added all the time … you can replenish your bookshelves for just $5 per bag or buy individual books for $0.25, $0.50 or $1.
OverDrive
Borrow eBooks, audiobooks and Read-Along eBooks anytime, anywhere – all you need is your library card. Use your smartphone, tablet or computer to enjoy one of the 1,700+ titles in the WAGGIN collection!
PA DMV Practice Tests
Through the library’s website, visitors can access free tests specifically based on Pennsylvania’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) materials. This website includes multiple car, motorcycle and CDL practice tests, online driver’s manuals and a FAQ section with detailed answers to over 100 DMV related questions.
Playaway Audiobook Collection
Check out our collection of Playaway audiobooks – you can listen anytime, anywhere. These audiobooks are powered by AAA battery so no other device, technology or WiFi connection is needed. The universal audio jack is compatible with headphones (listen while you clean, garden or relax) and auxiliary cords (use an auxiliary cord to listen in the car). Come and check out our collection and start listening!
Playaway Launchpad Collection
Playaway Launchpad is a pre-loaded tablet designed for a circulation environment. We have Launchpads for children, teens and adults. The Launchpads for children are pre-loaded with high-quality learning apps and are available in many subjects. The teen and adult Launchpads include some instructional apps, brain games and trivia.
Young Explorer Kits
Thanks to Grable Foundation’s generous funding of the Young Library Explorers program, we have a total of 69 kits for infants, toddlers and elementary school aged (through fourth grade) children. Samples of our themes: shapes, STEM, measurement and dinosaurs. These kits are filled with age-appropriate educational toys and other materials, and available to borrow. Stop by the Adult Circulation desk to borrow a kit.
For a complete listing of events, please visit the Frank Sarris Library’s website at www.franksarrislibrary.org, on the event page, or call 724-745-1308 for more information.