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Beat the Winter Doldrums at Your Library!” BRANCH KEY TABLE OF CONTENTS WOOSTER MAIN CRESTON RITTMAN SHREVE WEST SALEM DOYLESTOWN DALTON “ As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, it can be easy to fall into the winter doldrums— but your library is here to help! We’ve filled the season with programs and activities to spark your curiosity, lift your spirits, and keep you connected with your community. Join our Adult Winter Reading Club and cozy up with great books all season long. Gather your friends and put your puzzling skills to the test in our first-ever countywide Puzzle Tournament— your team could become the first-ever Puzzling Champions of Wayne County! Visit the Creation Station at the Main Library to explore hands-on creativity or catch one of the traveling Creation Station programs coming to a branch near you. You’ll also find crafting programs, book discussions, and story times for all ages, along with chances to discover a new hobby, try a food tasting event, or dig into your genealogy. While you’re at the Main Library, be sure to stop by the Joyful Cafe and grab a cup of something warm, yummy, and joyful, the perfect way to brighten a winter day! Movie lovers can join the Book to Film Club at the Lyric Theater in Wooster, sponsored by the Wooster Friends of the Library, to watch and discuss films inspired by great reads. Whatever sparks your interest, no matter your age, interests, or abilities, there’s something for everyone this winter at your library. Take advantage of all your library has to offer. It’s easy to beat the winter doldrums at the library! Warm wishes, Jennifer Shatzer Jennifer Shatzer, Director Winter Reading Club for Adults...........................................3 Story Times...........................................................................................4 Book Clubs.............................................................................................5 All Locations & All Ages.........................................................6–7 Creation Station................................................................................8 Celebrate the Season!..................................................................9 Winter Programs: Children.............................................10–13 Winter Programs: Teen/Adult.......................................13–18 Friends of the Library...................................................................18 Yarn Therapy/PAWs to Read..................................................19 Letter from the Director 2 wcpl.info Winter Newsletter | December – February | 2025-26
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Creston Baby & Toddler Play Group* Wednesdays, January 7, 14, and 21 at 10:30 AM A time for babies and toddlers to play, explore, be creative and look at books. Preschool Story Time* Mondays, February 2 – March 23 at 10:30 AM Stories, crafts and fun. Toddler Story Time* Wednesdays, February 4 – March 25 at 10:30 AM Stories, rhymes, songs and fun. Dalton Family Story Times* Mondays, Jan. 26 – Mar. 30 at 10:15 AM and Wednesdays, Jan. 28 – Apr. 1 at 10:15 AM OR 11 AM Stories, rhymes, songs and fun. [Ages 2 and up] Story Time with LincWay Art Studio* Thursday, February 5 at 6 PM Join us for stories and a craft. LincWay Art Studio will provide a Valentine’s cup to paint. Wear old clothes appropriate for painting. [Ages 4 and up] Doylestown Toddler Story Time Wednesdays, February 11 – May 13 at 10:30 AM Join us for a fun experience with books and songs. [All ages] Preschool Story Time Fridays, February 13 – May 15 at 10:30 AM Enjoy a story time with books and dancing. Rittman Story Time Fridays, January 2 – February 27 at 10 AM Join us for fun stories, activities, crafts, and music. Shreve Story and Play Time* Thursdays, December 4 and 11 AND January 8 – February 12 from 10:30 – 11:30 AM OR Tuesdays, December 9, January 13, & February 10 from 10:30 – 11:30 AM A short story and free play time. [Ages 0 –6] West Salem Read and Play: Family Story Time Tuesdays, Dec. 30 AND Jan. 13 – Feb. 17 at 11 AM Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, activities, and fun! Play time will follow. Wooster [From January 12 – February 26] Registration begins December 15 Baby Story Time* (0 – 18 months) Wednesdays from 10 – 10:30 AM AND 2 – 2:30 PM Toddler Story Time* (18 – 36 months) Tuesdays from 9:45 – 10:15 AM Toddler Story & Play Time* (18 – 36 months) Tuesdays from 10:30 – 11:30 AM 3s Story Time* Wednesdays from 10 – 10:45 AM 4s and 5s Story Time* Thursdays from 10 – 10:30 AM Baby Band Camp* Thursdays, Nov. 6 – Dec. 11 from 10 – 11 AM Shake, rattle, and roll! Explore the joy of music with your little one through dancing, singing, and playing. [Ages 0 – 3] FitKids Mondays, December 8 & 15; January 5–26; and February 9, 16, 23 from 10:30 – 11:15 AM AND Tuesdays January 6 – 27 from 4 – 4:45 PM Fitness fun for preschoolers, including gross motor skills, listening skills, learning language and vocab through music, and more! Cool down with a story at the end of class. [For ages 18 months – 6 years] Sensory Story Time Fridays, Jan. 16, Feb. 20, & Mar. 20 from 10 – 11 AM Join us for an adaptive story and sensory friendly play time designed for preschoolers of ALL abilities. We will read and sing and play as we work together to strengthen social skills and embrace the wonder of story and the joy of creative play! [Ages 3 – 5] *Registration is required. Story Times 4 wcpl.info
Creston Book Club for Adults Mondays at 7 PM December 8: We will discuss our favorite books of the year and make selections for 2026. January 12: My Name is Emilia Del Valle by Isabel Allende February 9: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters Dalton Book Club for Adults Thursdays at 6:30 PM January 15: The Giver by Lois Lowry February 19: Beneath a Scarlet Sky by Mark Sullivan Cookbook Club* Wednesdays at 12:30 PM If you love food and cooking, this club is for you. Each participant selects a recipe and prepares it for the group to taste. Bring your serving spoon and drink. January 7: What Can I Cook in My… Instant Pot, Air Fryer, Waffle Iron & More by Taste of Home Doylestown Morning Book Club for Adults Thursdays at 10:15 AM December 18: The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O’Farrell January 15: Wanted: Toddler’s Personal Assistant by Stephanie Kiser February 19: The Second Life of Mirielle West by Amanda Skenandore Evening Book Club for Adults Mondays at 6 PM December 29: A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell January 26: The Other Woman by Sandie Jones February 23: Out of the Woods by Gregg Olsen Book Club for Tweens & Teens Tuesdays at 6 PM December 30: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling January 27: The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan February 24: The Keeper of Lost Cities by Shannon Messenger Rittman Book Club for Adults Thursdays at 6 PM December 4: End of the year discussion of our favorite books! January 22: Young Jane Young by Gabrielle Zevin February 26: Drive your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk Shreve Book Club for Adults* Wednesdays at 2 PM December 10: The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah January 14: The Measure by Nikki Erlick February 11: Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry West Salem Book Club for Adults Thursdays at 2 PM January 15: We’ll be discussing all the books we’ve read over the holidays. February 19: The Jane Austen Society by Natalie Jenner Cookbook Club: (Almost done with) Winter Edition Thursday, February 26 at 6 PM In our Winter edition, we’ll use three different cookbooks: The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs, The Whole30 Fast and Easy, and The Blue Zones Kitchen. Take one or one of each, then we will all discuss the books and make something from a cookbook to share. Wooster Book Club for Kids Wednesdays from 4:30 – 5:30 PM Calling all young readers! Join us for a book club where we’ll discuss our favorite (or worst) parts of a book and enjoy tasty snacks. [Ages 8 – 12] January 21: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by JK Rowling February 18: Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar Monday Book Club Mondays at 3 PM Join us to discuss one of many recently highly acclaimed books, both fiction and non-fiction. [For Adults] December 15: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann January 19: The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston February 16: Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers by Deborah Heiligman Fantasy Fiction Fanatics Book Club* Thursdays at 7 PM Escape reality and discover new worlds with us! [For Adults] December 4: Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree February 5: The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern True Crime Book Club Thursdays from 2 – 3 PM Love mystery, murder, and mayhem? Join us for thrilling reads and wild theories. [For Adults] January 22: Murderland by Caroline Fraser February 26: Scotland Yard by Simon Read American Chapters Wednesdays at 2 PM Step into the pages of America’s past with our new book club celebrating 250 years of American history. [For Adults] January 7: The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne February 4: The Last of the Mohicans by James Fenimore Cooper Book Clubs*Registration is required. wcpl.info 5
LEGO® Day Celebration: Build, Create & Play [All Locations] Wednesday, January 28 Stop by any of our locations for fun LEGO® challenges, games, and activities. Pokémon Scavenger Hunt in the Library [All Locations] February 16 – 27 Calling all Pokémon Trainers! Swing by the desk to pick up your Pokedex sheet, then set off on a fun scavenger hunt around the library to track down hidden Pokémon. Once you’ve found them all and completed your sheet, return it to claim a small prize for your detective skills. Puzzle Tournament* Ready, set, piece it together! Join us for a fastpaced, fun-filled jigsaw puzzle competition where teams race against the clock to complete their puzzles. Bring your friends, prizes and puzzling fun await! Register your team of four today. The fastest team will move on to compete at a county-wide tournament at the Wooster Main Library. [For Adults] [Creston] Thursday, January 15 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM [Dalton] Thursday, January 8 at 6 PM [Doylestown] Monday, January 5 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM [Rittman] Monday, December 29 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM [Shreve] Tuesday, December 9 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM [West Salem] Saturday, December 13 from 11 AM – 1 PM [Wooster] Thursday, Jan 22 at 5:30 PM Systemwide Puzzle Tournament Thursday, January 29 at 5:30 PM Winning teams of four from each location will face off at the Wooster Main Library for the chance to be named the County-wide Puzzling Champions. [For Adults] Wayne County Public Library ALL LOCATIONS *Registration is required. 6 wcpl.info
ALL AGES Movie Monday Mondays at 4:30 PM [West Salem] Come to the library to watch a movie on a Monday evening. December. 1: Miracle on 34th Street (G, 96 mins.) January. 5: Spirit (G, 98 mins.) February. 2: Cool Runnings (PG, 98 mins.) Dalton Holiday Festival: Business Open House Friday, December 5 from 5 – 7 PM [Dalton] We will be open late for the Dalton Holiday Festival – Business Open House. Children can stop by to take home a craft. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration Monday January 19 from 2 – 4 PM [Wooster] Join the library and the Wooster/Orrville Chapter of the NAACP as we gather to celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. We will have a special book reading and giveaway with time to connect, share, and dream. All ages are welcome! In the Story Time Room. Tiny Art Contest January 5 – February 14 [Rittman] Pick up a tiny canvas to create your very own masterpiece. Return your completed work by January 31. Artwork will be judged and prizes awarded. Tiny artworks will be displayed Feb. 2 – 14. This program is sponsored by Rittman Friends of the Library. Blind Date with a Book Entire month of February [West Salem] Come and take a chance with a mystery book. Review it and earn an entry into our drawing. Book Cover Bingo February 2 – 28 [Shreve] Pick up a colorful bingo card during your next library visit. Read books whose covers match the colors on the bingo card. Return with a bingo by March 7th to be entered to win a prize. Sugar Cookie Decorating* Saturday, February 7 from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM [Shreve] Decorate sugar cookies with your friends and family ahead of Valentine’s Day. Galentine’s Day Celebration Thursday, February 12 [West Salem] Celebrate the love of friends! Join us to share your favorite books about friendship, enjoy some bite-sized treats, and make a quick craft to share with a friend. Candy Bar Bingo Friday, February 13 at 1 PM [Rittman] Play bingo to win candy bars. Sled Dogs* [Creston] Thursday, February 26 at 6 PM [Dalton] Tuesday, February 17 at 6:30 PM [Doylestown] Saturday, February 28 at 11 AM [West Salem] Saturday, February 21 at 11 AM Join us for an exciting journey into the world of sleddog racing! Learn about the legendary Balto, the fascinating history behind the sport, and how it all connects to Ohio. Get hands-on with a special showand-tell featuring authentic equipment, explore the important roles sled dogs play, and meet a beautiful Siberian Husky brought by a member of the Greater Siberian Husky Club. Family Movie Day: No School! Friday, February 13 at 1 PM [Dalton] Bring your own drink, blanket, or pillow and enjoy the movie The Wild Robot (PG, 102 minutes). Popcorn provided and donated by Lehman’s. Sticker Swap Drop off: Thursday, February 19 – Friday, February 20 Swap: Saturday, February 21 from 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM [Shreve] You can never have too many stickers! If you love stickers, you know that sharing them is part of the fun. Drop off stickers to swap, then pick up newto-you stickers during the swap. Stickers will not be returned after the swap. *Registration is required. wcpl.info 7
Circuitry Circus: Buzzing Bots!* Build your own buzzing bot from scratch! Learn the basics of circuitry and create a miniature robot that vibrates and moves with bristly energy. Experiment with different designs and watch your creation come to life! Tools used: Hot glue gun [Creston] Monday, December 1 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Dalton] Monday, December 22 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Doylestown] Tuesday, December 16 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Rittman] Tuesday, December 9 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Shreve] Tuesday, December 2 from 4:30–530 PM [West Salem] Monday, December 8 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Wooster] Thursday, December 4 from 6:30–7:30 PM Whirlybird Workshop: The Power of Energy* Where does the power for flight come from? In this high-energy workshop, we’ll explore potential and kinetic energy by building and testing our own rubber band-powered helicopters. Tinker with your design to see how high and how long you can make it fly! A fun, hands-on STEM program. [Creston] Monday, January 5 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Dalton] Monday, January 26 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Doylestown] Tuesday, January 20 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Rittman] Tuesday, January 13 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Shreve] Tuesday, January 6 from 4:30–5:30 PM [West Salem] Monday, January 12 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Wooster] Thursday, January 8 from 6:30–7:30 PM From Plan to Plastic: A 3D Printing Workshop* Have you ever wanted to turn an idea into an object you can hold? Join our beginner design workshop and learn the basics of 3D modeling using Tinkercad. You will design a completely unique tag for your backpack or keys and watch a 3D printer in action! [Creston] Monday, February 2 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Dalton] Monday, February 23 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Doylestown] Tuesday, February 17 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Rittman] Tuesday, February 10 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Shreve] Tuesday, February 3 from 4:30–5:30 PM [West Salem] Monday, February 9 from 4:30–5:30 PM [Wooster] Thursday, February 5 from 6:30–7:30 PM *Registration for all ages is required. Holiday Maker Lab: Laser-Cut Ornaments [Wooster] Thursdays, December 4 and 11 from 2–6 PM AND Fridays, December 5 and 12 from 10 AM–2 PM Come to the Creation Station at Wooster Main Library to personalize a wooden ornament for the holidays! Choose from our selection of precut shapes, then learn the basics of our laser cutter to engrave a name on it. It’s the perfect handmade keepsake. [Limit one per person per day, while supplies last.] Hearts & Crafts: A Valentine’s Maker Lab [Make and Take] [Wooster] Thursday, February 12 from 2–6 PM AND Friday, February 13 from 10 AM–2 PM Create a one-of-a-kind Valentine’s card! Start with a blank card, then browse a buffet of decorative elements. Want to go next-level? We’ll show you how to use the Cricut and laser cutter to design and make your own custom additions for a truly personal touch. [Limit one card per person, while supplies last. ] 8 wcpl.info
Elf on the Shelf December 1 – December 23 [Dalton] The library elf Isabella Twinkletoes is visiting the Dalton Library and getting into all sorts of mischief. The elf causes more trouble on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Visit the library to find the elf. If you find her, you may enter a drawing for a small prize. Happy Elf Hunting! Christmas Ornaments Monday, December 1 from 4 – 7 PM [Dalton] Children can stop by the library and swirl paint in an ornament. Please wear old clothes. [Ages 5 and up] DIY Gingerbread House* [Creston] Tuesday, December 2 and Thursday, December 4 (Take home kits available) [Rittman] Tuesday, December 2 at 6 PM [West Salem] Saturday, December 20 from 11 AM – 1 PM [Wooster] Tuesday, December 2 from 5:30 – 6:30 PM OR Wednesday, December 3 from 10 – 11 Families are invited to come make a DIY Gingerbread House for the holidays! We provide sweet supplies, and you provide the imagination! [Ages 3 – 12] Christmas in Shreve Saturday, December 6 from 2 – 5 PM [Shreve] Celebrate Christmas in Shreve by making holiday-themed crafts at the library. Holiday Cards* Tuesday, December 9 from 4 – 7 PM [Creston] Stop in to make holiday cards to take home. Annual Christmas Story Time* Tuesday, December 9 at 6 PM [Doylestown] Wear your pajamas and gather around the Christmas tree for an evening of reading, singing and crafts. The Doylestown Friends of the Library will provide cookies and drink. Elf on the Shelf December 10 – 23 [Doylestown] Dewey, the Doylestown Elf on the Shelf, is up to funny business again this holiday season. When you find him, come to the desk and let us know what he is up to that day to receive a small prize. Winter Solstice Celebration: Crafts & Fun on the Longest Night of the Year* [Creston] Thursday, December 18 from 5 – 7 PM [Dalton] Thursday, December 18 from 4 – 7 PM [Doylestown] Thursday, December 18 at 6 PM [Rittman] Thursday, December 18 at 6 PM [Shreve] Thursday, December 18 from 5 – 7 PM [West Salem] Monday, December 22 [Wooster] Saturday, December 20 from 10:30 AM – 12 PM Join us for a cozy, creative celebration of the Winter Solstice. We’ll brighten the season with festive crafts, family-friendly activities, and warm winter cheer. The Grinch Craftmas* Tuesday, December 30 from 1:30 – 3:30 PM [Shreve] Watch The Grinch (PG, 90 mins.) while making Grinch-themed crafts. Holiday Wreaths with Rhonda* Saturday, December 13 from 12 – 1 PM [Shreve] Create a wreath for the holidays. [For Adults] Christmas Ornaments with Book Pages* Monday, December 15 at 6 PM [Doylestown] We will have materials to make Christmas tree ornaments using book pages. Instructions will be provided. Bring your ideas and imagination. [For Adults] Celebrate the Season! *Registration is required. wcpl.info 9
Make or Take Crafts [Creston] Wednesdays, Dec. 3, Jan.7, & Feb. 4 [Doylestown] Wednesdays, Dec. 3, 17, & 31; Jan. 14 & 28; Feb. 11 & 25 [Shreve] All day Wednesdays, Dec. 10, Jan. 14, & Feb. 11 [West Salem] Saturdays, Dec. 13, Jan. 10, & Feb. 14 Cube Club Tuesdays December 2, January 6, February 3 from 5:15 – 6 PM [Wooster] Would you like to get faster at solving the Rubik’s Cube and other twisty puzzles? Meet other cubers and test your skills at Cube Club! Please bring your own puzzles and cubes to solve. [For ages 10 and up] Toddler Play Time Fridays, Dec. 5 & 19; Jan. 2 & 16; Feb. 6 & 20 from 10:15 – 11:15 AM [Dalton] Toddlers with a caregiver are invited to join us for a play session. [For ages 18 months to 3 years] Library Lego® League Tuesdays, Dec. 9, Jan. 13, & Feb. 10 from 4:30 – 5:30 PM [Wooster] Bring your passion for building to Library LEGO® League. Each meeting will have a theme or challenge, and all LEGO® bricks will be provided. [For ages 5 – 12] Kids Chess Club Tuesdays, Dec. 16, Jan. 20, & Feb. 17 from 4:30 – 6 PM [Wooster] Do you love playing chess or want to learn how to play? Join us for chess for kids at all levels— beginners welcome! Please bring your own chess board and pieces if you can. [For ages 6 – 12] Family Movie Days: No School! [Creston] Join us for a movie and popcorn at the library. Tuesday, Dec. 30 at 1 PM: Muppet Christmas Carol (G, 85 mins.) Friday, Feb. 13 at 1 PM: The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (PG, 143 mins.) Kid Librarian Applications available beginning January 5 [Creston] Are you a kid that loves reading and wants to share your favorite books with others? Kids can design a book display of their favorite books in the library’s children’s section. Kid Librarians can come up with a theme and use books found in our library to create their display. [For ages 8 – 12] Winter Fun Camp: Air* Tuesdays, January 6 – February 3 from 6 – 7 PM [Dalton] During this 5-session camp, students will explore all about air through stories, experiments and videos. This program is a partnership with PBS and the Ohio Department of Education. [Grades K – 2] Teeny Tiny Tutus* Saturdays, January 17, and/or February 21 at 10:30 AM [Rittman] Bring your tiny tot to learn simple ballet steps, movements and stretches. Great exercise! Tutus or vests will be provided for class time. [Ages 3 – 5] Young Authors Drop-In Writing Workshops Thursdays January 29, February 26, and March 26 from 6 – 7 PM [Wooster] Take your stories—real and imaginary—to the next level with our monthly writer’s workshop! Join fellow writers as we explore ways to deepen and expand the way we tell our stories. Share the exciting things that you are working on, get inspired by fellow writers, and expand your creative writing toolbox. [For ages 8–12] RECURRING WINTER PROGRAMS CHILDREN (0 – 12) *Registration is required. 10 wcpl.info
Holiday Perler Beads Monday, December 8 from 4:30 – 5:30 PM [Wooster] Drop by the Children’s Department to unleash your creativity and create holiday themed Perler bead designs. [For ages 6 and up] Polar Express Thursday, December 11 from 6 – 7 PM [Wooster] Wear your favorite pajamas and join us aboard the Polar Express! Play along during an interactive reading of this classic story and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies. [For families] Library Playtime Friday December 12 from 10 – 11 AM [Wooster] Join us for an hour of fun playtime for your kiddos, including crafts, gross motor skills, music, reading, games, toys and activities. Drop in for community engagement and family fun. [For ages 0 – 6] Toy Swap Saturday, December 13 from 10 AM – 12 PM [Wooster] Bring your gently-used plastic and wooden children’s toys that your family has outgrown and swap them for different toys. No plush items, please. Any remaining toys will be donated to charity. Toy Swap donations can be dropped off at the Children’s Department reference desk starting Monday, Dec. 8. Toys for ages birth through grade 6 are welcome. Donated toys need to be in clean, working (nonrecalled) condition. Children will still be able to participate and leave with a toy, even if they do not donate one. [The Toy Swap will be first come, first served while supplies last.] Kit Kat Taste Test Monday, December 15 from 4:30 – 5:30 PM [Wooster] Put your taste buds to the test! Sample a variety of Kit Kat flavors, all while blindfolded! [For ages 5 – 12] PBS: In Tune Friday, January 2 from 11 AM – 12 PM [Wooster] Through PBS Western Reserve’s locally produced K – 3rd Grade music series, children will explore the world of music in a fun and engaging way. Musical concepts are brought to life through demonstrations, hands-on experiments, and interactive lessons. Students will discover how sound is created through vibrations and focus on wind and string instruments. [For ages 5 – 9] PBS: Ozobots Friday, January 2 from 12:30 – 1:30 PM [Wooster] Future Coders Assemble! In this program, children will work together to learn what coding is, how it works, and create their own codes for Ozobots. Through the engineering design process and problem solving, they will work hands-on with the robots to uncover different codes and how to use them. [For ages 6 – 12] Baby Beach Party Wednesday, January 7 from 10 – 11 AM [Wooster] Sand, sun, and summer vibes! Join us for some indoor beach fun for little ones and their grown-ups. [For ages 0 – 3] Preschool Renaissance Faire Friday January 9 from 10:30 AM – 12 PM [Wooster] Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Step back in time and join us for a morning of magic and merriment. Young Lords and Ladies will enjoy stories, sensory play and crafts fit for a king and queen. Costumes are encouraged! [For ages 18 months – 5 years] *Registration is required. WINTER PROGRAMS CHILDREN (Continued) DECEMBER JANUARY wcpl.info 11
Kitchen Kids: Pancakes Saturday, January 17 from 10:30 – 11:30 AM [Wooster] Join Kaitlynn Henninge from the OSU Extension Office for a hands-on cooking session where we’ll learn how to measure, mix, and flip our way to delicious pancakes! Kids will practice basic kitchen skills, explore simple math through measuring, and learn about kitchen safety—all while making a tasty breakfast treat together. [For ages 5–12] Painted Rock Snowman* Tuesday, January 20 at 4:30 PM [Rittman] Paint a cheerful snowman face onto a small flat white rock. [Ages 7 – 12] International Snacks: Portugal Monday, January 26 from 4:30 – 5:30 PM [Wooster] Snack your way around the world! We will try different snacks to explore Portugal through its food and flavors! [For ages 7 – 12] DIY No-Sew Scarves Tuesday January 27 from 5:30 – 6:30 PM [Wooster] Fight the cold winter weather with your new handmade scarf! Choose a color combination of fleece circles and pompoms to stay warm this winter. Fleece will be provided while supplies last. [For ages 4 – 11] Heart Scavenger Hunt February 2 – 14 [Doylestown] Hearts have been hidden all over the children’s department. If you find one while looking for a good book, bring it to the desk and receive a small prize. Kitchen Kids: No-Bake Cookie Truffles Monday, February 2 from 4:30 – 5:30 PM [Wooster] Join Kaitlynn Henninge from the OSU Extension Office where we’ll dive into an easy, nobake recipe that’s fun, creative, and delicious! We’ll make cookie truffles in a cooking session that is perfect for kids who want to get hands-on without heat. [For ages 5 – 12] Valentine’s Day Kits Pickup between February 2 – 14 [Wooster] Everything you need for a lovely Valentine’s Day—all in one kit! Each kit will include a box for valentines to decorate, a banner craft, and other Valentine fun! Pickup at Children’s Desk while supplies last. [For ages 4 – 11] Happy Birthday, Mo Willems! Friday, February 6 from 10 – 11 AM [Wooster] We’re celebrating Mo Willems’ birthday a week early—with stories, crafts, and sensory play inspired by some of his unforgettable characters like Elephant, Piggie, Pigeon and Knuffle Bunny! Come for the stories, stay for the silliness—and remember the Pigeon is not in charge of this party! In the Story Time Room. [For families of toddlers and preschoolers.] *Registration is required. WINTER PROGRAMS JANUARY (CONT.) FEBRUARY CHILDREN (Continued) 12 wcpl.info
Winter Olympics Playdate Saturday, February 7 from 10:30 – 11:30 AM [Wooster] Go for the gold! Celebrate the Winter Olympics with your tiny athlete through play. [For ages 0 – 5] Toddler Valentine Fine Motor Friday, February 13 from 10 – 11 AM [Wooster] Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your toddler by doing fun themed fine motor activities! [For ages 18 months – 3 years] Chips Taste Test Monday, February 23 from 4:30 – 5:30 PM [Wooster] Put your taste buds to the test! Sample a variety of potato chip flavors, all while blindfolded! [For ages 5 – 12] Upcycled CD Ornament* Thursday, February 26 at 6 PM [Dalton] Children will make an upcycled CD ornament using paint and markers. Please wear old clothes. [Ages 8 and up] Mini Marathon Friday, February 27 from 10 – 11 AM [Wooster] Get your running shoes ready and join us for an active story time. Little racers will hear classic stories including the Gingerbread Man and then run our indoor course. [For ages 3 – 6] D&D at the Library Tuesdays, December 9 – Feb 24 at 4 PM [Wooster] Join us for an epic Dungeons and Dragons adventure at the library. Create your character, roll the dice, and let the story unfold! Teen Charcuterie Class* Thursday, December 11 at 6 PM [Creston] Calling all food-loving teens. Ready to turn meats, cheeses, and fruits into edible art? Join our hands-on Charcuterie Class designed just for you. You will leave with your own mini charcuterie board. Winter Card Quilling for Teens* Thursday, December 18 from 4 – 5 PM [Wooster] Use upcycled newspaper to create holiday cards! Use the provided supplies to make a winter scene on cardstock. Winter Break Boredom Busters December 22, 23, and 26 from 1 - 2 PM [Wooster] Break up the winter blues with these boredom busters! Join us in the teen lounge for your choice of board and card games. Tutoring Services* By appointment only [Rittman] FREE tutoring services are available for grades 6 – 9. Call the library for more information. WINTER PROGRAMS FEBRUARY (CONT.) RECURRING DECEMBER CHILDREN (Continued) TEEN (13– 18) wcpl.info 13
DIY Sticker Making* Thursday, January 15 from 4 – 5 PM [Wooster] Celebrate National Sticker Day by making your own stickers! Make Your Own Zine* Thursday, January 22 from 4 – 5 PM [Wooster] Create a collection of your favorite poems and quotes, or a magazine of your own original writing. Teen Homeschool Hang Out: Creation Station Exploration* Tuesday, January 20 from 1 – 2 PM [Wooster] Calling all homeschoolers! Homeschooling teens are welcome to take a tour of our makerspace and practice using our equipment. Chocolate Puzzle Box February [Dalton] Do you love chocolate? Would you call yourself a chocolate connoisseur? Then put your chocolate knowledge to the test and break into a chocolate-themed puzzle box. You may even win a ‘sweet’ treat. [Ages 12 – 18] Upcycled Jar Decorating* Thursday, February 12 from 4 – 5 PM [Wooster] Join us for an upcycled craft where we turn old jars into works of art! Teen Homeschool Hang Out: Finance Fun* Tuesday, February 17 from 1 – 2 PM [Wooster] Calling all homeschoolers! Learn the art of budgeting and other personal finance topics with the library Game of Life. Pringles Tasting* Tuesday, February 17 at 4:30 PM [Rittman] Join us for a fun taste testing of some favorite Pringles flavors. Will you be able to guess which one is which. *Registration is required. WINTER PROGRAMS JANUARY FEBRUARY TEEN (Continued) Joyful Cafe at the Wooster Main Library Our cafe employs adults with special abilities. They love what they do, make a great cup of coffee, and bring JOY to your day! Joyful Cafe is a project of Joyful Enterprises, a 501-c3 non-profit organization. Hours: Monday – Thursday, 10 AM – 2 PM Open on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month from 9 AM – 1 PM 14 wcpl.info
TEEN & ADULT (13 and up) *Registration is required. Crafting Events* Mondays from 5 – 6:30 PM [West Salem] Bring your own materials for a fun and relaxing craft time, or use our supplies. December 15: Paper Star January 26: Decorated Notebook/Journal February 16: Painted Rock Mystery Box Crafts December 1 – 31 [Shreve] Take home a previous month’s Crafting at Home craft kit from our Mystery Box. Stop in daily to pick a craft – while supplies last. CD Christmas Ornament Monday, December 1 [Rittman] Stop by the library to pick up a kit and make an ornament from a CD. Kits are first come, first served. Kite Paper Window Stars* Wednesday, December 17 at 2 PM [Wooster] Fold beautiful translucent paper stars to brighten up your home this season. Hobby Tasting: Candle Making* Tuesday, February 10 at 2 PM [Wooster] “I’ve always wanted to get into ______.” Sound familiar? Try out a new potential pastime with us and see if it suits you! This month: candle making. Bingo* Tuesday, February 10 at 6 PM [Doylestown] Come to the library for a fun game of Bingo. Swiftie Trivia for 13+* Monday, February 16 from 6 - 7 PM [Wooster] Swifties are invited to bring their friends and show off their knowledge at this night of Taylor Swift trivia! Watercolor Pet Portraits* Monday, February 23 at 6 PM [Creston] Paint a rainbow watercolor portrait of your pet. Print a large, high resolution portrait photo of your pet printed out on an 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper or save on a memory stick to print at the library. All other supplies are furnished. Magazine Paper Basket Weaving* Thursday, February 26 at 4 PM [Wooster] Try your hand at weaving a paper basket to hold gifts, trinkets, and more. Decoupage Vision Board* Friday, January 2 at 2 PM [Wooster] Make your vision for the year ahead! Join us as we reflect, look forward, and get crafty. All materials provided. Hobby Hour: Art Journaling* Saturday, January 24 from 12 – 1 PM [Shreve] Try a new hobby this year: art journaling. We will collage loose pages using mixed media art supplies to include in your first art journal. RECURRING DECEMBER FEBRUARY JANUARY WINTER PROGRAMS wcpl.info 15
*Registration is required. Line Dancing Every Tuesday at 2 PM [West Salem] Line dance for fun and exercise. All are welcome. Bingo Mondays, December 1, January 5, and February 2 at 2 PM [West Salem] Let’s play Bingo at the library. Winners will go into a drawing for a prize. Don’t Be a Couch Potato Aerobics* Mondays, December 1, January 5, and February 2 at 6 PM Mondays, December 15, January 19, and February 16 at 2 PM [Wooster] This high-energy walking workout equals approximately 2 miles. Book to Film Club at the Lyric* Mondays at 5:15 PM [Wooster] Join us at The Lyric Theater (116 East South Street, Wooster) for a free movie screening followed by a brief book discussion. Special thanks to Wooster Friends of the Library for sponsoring this program. December 8: Christmas with the Kranks (2004, PG, 94 minutes) Based on the book Skipping Christmas by John Grisham. February 9: Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (2022, PG, 115 minutes) Book by Paul Gallico. Ancestor Answers* Thursdays, December 18, January 15, & February 19 from 1 – 5 PM [Wooster] Discover your family history with personalized guidance from our Genealogy Librarian. In a one-on-one session, you can explore research strategies, learn how to begin tracing your roots, or tackle a stubborn brick wall in your family tree. Get expert support and uncover new connections to your past. Crafting at Home January 2 and 16; February 2 and 16 [Shreve] Take home a kit and enjoy making a simple craft. Kits will include supplies and instructions. Kits are available beginning on the 2nd and 16th of each month. Power Puzzlers Wednesdays, January 14 and February 11 from 2 – 3 PM [Wooster] Calling all puzzlers! Work as a group to solve popular crossword puzzles. Chair Yoga* Wednesdays, January 21 and February 25 at 2:30 PM [Wooster] Join us for some gentle stretching and breathing. No yoga experience needed. Meditation Group* Thursdays, January 22 and February 19 at 6:30 PM [Creston] Join us for a monthly meditation group at the library, where we’ll explore practices to promote relaxation, focus and well-being. All experience levels welcome. Blind Date with a Book Month of February [Creston] During the month of February, take a chance on a new author by going on a blind date with a book. Select a wrapped book, check it out and take it home. Rate your blind date and be entered into a prize drawing. No hard feelings or awkward breakups! If you don’t like your date, just return it. RECURRING WINTER PROGRAMS ADULT (18 and up) TECH HELP By appointment Get assistance with your computer or device. Book a one-on-one session at the Wooster Main Library’s Reference desk. Call 330-262-0916 x4348 to schedule your appointment. 16 wcpl.info
*Registration is required. The Year in Pages: Bests & Busts Wednesday, December 3 from 3 – 4 PM [Wooster] From five-star favorites to unforgettable flops, come share your reading highs and lows from the year. New Pittsburg Remembered: Films of Dr. Ford Ganyard* Thursday, December 4 at 5:30 PM [West Salem] Dr. Ford Ganyard served our area for more than 30 years. He became an early ‘home movie’ enthusiast and captured films of the New Pittsburg vicinity from the 1920s to the 1940s. Join us to remember New Pittsburg as it was through the video camera of Dr. Ford Ganyard. Puzzle Exchange December 6 – February 7 [West Salem] What better way to beat the winter blues than with a new puzzle? We are hosting a puzzle exchange. Bring a puzzle you have already solved – with all the pieces present – and exchange it for a new-to-you puzzle. Tuesday Crafternoon: Upcycled Tree Topper and Yarn Hat Ornament* Tuesday, December 9 at 2 PM [Wooster] Learn how to make a festive upcycled tree topper and a cute yarn hat ornament, perfect for gift giving and holiday decor. For adults and teens. Ohio Means Jobs: Job Fair Thursday, December 11 from 5 – 7 PM [Shreve] Ohio Means Jobs is hosting a job fair featuring several local employers. Stop by with your resume for a chance at on-the-spot interviews with hiring managers. Jane Austen Birthday Celebration* Tuesday, December 16 at 1 PM [Wooster] Join us for trivia, games, and birthday cake to celebrate the 250th birthday of Jane Austen. Button Snowman* Thursday, January 8 at 6 PM [Rittman] Create a snowman using different colors and sizes of buttons. From Chaos to Clarity: Organizing Genealogical Research* Thursday, January 8 from 6 – 7 PM [Wooster] Bring order to your family history! Learn practical strategies and tools for organizing genealogical research, from tracking sources to managing digital files. This program will help you streamline your work, reduce frustration, and make your discoveries easier to share. Mini Charcuterie Board Painting* Monday, January 12 at 6 PM [Rittman] Paint a mini charcuterie board with a floral design for your kitchen. All Occasion Card Making* Tuesday, January 13 at 6 PM [Doylestown] Join Sheila Galeano for a card making class that will create cards for all occasions throughout the coming year. Breaking Barriers, Making Waves* Tuesday, January 13 from 6 – 7 PM [Wooster] Celebrate the trailblazing women of Wayne County! This program highlights local pioneers—the first to break barriers, achieve milestones, and make history in our community. Discover their stories, their accomplishments, and the legacies they left behind, inspiring future generations to make their mark. WINTER PROGRAMS ADULT (Continued) DECEMBER JANUARY wcpl.info 17
*Registration is required. Name Your Valentines* Monday, February 2 at 6 PM [Rittman] Painting wooden hearts will be part of this artwork. Up to five loved one’s names may be used. 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s* [Creston] Thursday, February 5 at 6 PM [Rittman] Tuesday, February 3 at 11 AM [Shreve] Thursday, January 8 from 6 – 7 PM A representative of the Alzheimer’s Association: Greater East Ohio Area Chapter will discuss typical age-related changes, common warning signs of Alzheimer’s, how to approach someone about memory concerns, early detection, the benefits of early detection and diagnosis, and Alzheimer’s Association resources. Genius in Our Backyard* Tuesday, February 10 from 6 – 7 PM [Wooster] Discover the creativity born in Wayne County! This program highlights fascinating inventions from local innovators, exploring their impact on daily life and history. Celebrate hometown ingenuity while learning surprising stories behind the ideas that shaped our community and beyond. Galentine’s Day Celebration* Thursday, February 12 at 6 PM [Creston] Celebrate the love of friends! Join us to share your favorite books about women’s friendship, enjoy some bite-sized treats, and make a quick craft to share with a friend. From Clicks to Kin* Thursday, February 12 from 6 – 7 PM [Wooster] Unlock your family’s story in the digital age! Explore powerful online resources like Ancestry, FamilySearch, and more. Discover how these databases can open doors to original documents, reveal hidden connections, and bring new life to your genealogy research. Quilling Heart* Thursday, February 12 at 6 PM [Rittman] Learn some basic quilling shapes to make a Valentine heart. Wooster Friends of the Library Meeting Mondays, January 5 and February 2 at 3 PM Doylestown Friends of the Library Meeting Thursday, January 8 at 6 PM Shreve Friends of the Library Meeting Tuesdays, January 13 and February 10 at 6:30 PM Join us for Christmas in Shreve on December 6! West Salem Friends of the Library Meeting Monday, January 19 at 6 PM Creston Friends of the Library Meeting Monday, February 9 at 1 PM Dalton Friends of the Library Meeting Tuesday, February 17 at 1 PM WINTER PROGRAMS ADULT (Continued) FEBRUARY Friends of the Wayne County Public Library Friends of the Library Behind every great library is a group of dedicated Friends! Find out more by attending a Friends Meeting. 18 wcpl.info
Tuesday Crafternoon: Crochet Granny Ornament* Tuesday, December 2 at 2 PM [Wooster] Learn how to make an adorable Crochet Granny Ornament. Crochet skills required are: chain, magic ring, double crochet, treble crochet, and slip stitch. Rittman Stitchers Wednesdays, December 3, January 7, and February 4 from 1 – 3 PM [Rittman] This group meets to do all types of projects like sewing, hooking, embroidery, crocheting, knitting – you name it! It’s a great opportunity to learn something new or share something you know. Knitting / Crocheting Circle Mondays from 5 – 7:30 PM [Shreve] Bring your knitting / crocheting project or pattern and bond with other fiber fanatics. Beginners are welcome. Group members are available to assist with troublesome projects. Spinning Yarns – Fiber Art Gathering Saturdays, Dec. 6, Jan. 3, and Feb.7 from 11:30 AM – 1 PM [West Salem] Bring current fiber arts projects or learn a new skill while enjoying the company of kindred spirits. All welcome regardless of skill level or project status. [All ages; children under 10 must be accompanied by adult.] Click ‘n Stitch* Tuesdays, December 23, January 27, and February 24 at 10 AM [Wooster] Love to knit, crochet, cross stitch, etc.? Then, Click ‘n Stitch is the crafting group for you. Bring your own materials (or borrow some of ours) and enjoy a time of fellowship and fun. Tuesday Crafternoon: Crochet Magic Ring and Granny Square Boot Camp* Tuesday, January 6 at 2 PM [Wooster] Join us for Tuesday Crafternoon and learn how to make a magic ring and crochet a granny square. Crochet skills required are: chain, double crochet, and slip stitch. *Registration is required. Stop by one of our participating locations and foster a love of reading by having your child read with registered therapy dogs from Caring Therapy Canines in a positive and relaxing environment. [Creston] Saturdays, December 27, January 24, and February 28 from 11:30 AM – 1 PM [Dalton]Saturdays, December 13, January 10, and February 14 from 10 – 11 AM [Shreve] Tuesdays, December 16, January 20, and February 17 at 6 PM [West Salem] Saturdays, December 6, January 3, and February 7 from 11 AM – 1 PM [Wooster] Saturdays, December 20 & 27, January 3 & 17, and February 21 & 28 from 10 AM – 12 PM PAWs to Read (Knit & Crochet Programs) wcpl.info 19
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