French Night for Families at Rodman

Immerse yourself in French culture at this two day family-friendly event on Wednesday, March 27, at 6:30 p.m., or Friday, March 29, at 4 p.m. Dr. Bertrand Landry, Associate Professor of French at the University of Mount Union, and his students will join with the UMU French Culture Club to bring families a look at French life.

Those who want to use their creativity to make a craft may do so at one of the three stations located in the Auditorium. Another station will teach children how to sing a song in French. Delicious crepes will be prepared at the third station. While enjoying the activities, families may also watch a slide show of the students’ recent trip to France that will be playing on the screen.

This event is open to families on either night. No registration is needed. For more information, call the Children’s Department at 330-821-2665, ext. 223.

Celebrate National Potato Chip Day with Us!

March 14 is National Potato Chip Day, a snack that will be enjoyed by millions of people across the United States. Join us in the Children’s Department at Rodman Library to celebrate this special day with our own Potato Chip Tasting Program.

This event will take place on Thursday, March 14, at 4:15 p.m., in the Children’s Program Room. Kids will hear fun facts and trivia about the history of this crispy snack. Afterwards, attendees will taste a variety of chips and vote on their favorite in the potato chip taste test.

No registration is needed. Open to children ages 7 to 12. For more information, call the Children’s Department at 330-821-2665, ext. 223.

"Chapter Chat" Children's Book Club

Chapter Chat combines the individual Boys and Girls Clubs into one club for all children between the ages of 8 and 12 years old. The next meeting is Wednesday, March 13, at 4:15 p.m. It includes a book discussion, games and activities, and meets on the second Wednesday of each month.

March’s book is The World According to Humphrey, by Betty G. Birney. Registration is required for a four-week checkout of a selected title one month in advance. To register, or for more information, call the Children’s Department at 330-821-2665, ext. 223.

Horse Storytime at the Branch with Hot Pots

Children, ages 3-12, are invited to Rodman Branch Library for a Horse Storytime on Wednesday, March 20, at 6:30 p.m., or Saturday, March 23, at 11:00 a.m.

A story will be read first at the library, then children and their guardian will proceed to Hot Pots to paint a ceramic horse figurine. Snacks will be offered. The cost is $10.00, payable to Hot Pots before the event.

Registration is required and can be made at https://hotpotspottery.com/ or by phone at 330-823-3333.

Ongoing Programs at Rodman Public Library

Join us for one of our ongoing programs at Rodman Public Library. For specific dates and times, please check our monthly calendar of events.

Wee Read Main Library, ages birth through two years - Meets at the Main Library every Monday evening at 6:30 p.m. and every Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. Wee Read introduces children to books, fingerplays and music incorporating the six early learning skills.

Storytime Main Library, ages 3-5 - Meets at the Main Library every Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. and Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. It encourages life-long readers through stories and activities.

Storytime Branch Library, ages 3-5 - Meets at the Branch Library every Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. It encourages life-long readers through stories and activities.

Chapter Chat now combines the individual Boys and Girls Clubs into one club for all children between the ages of 8 and 12 years old. It includes a book discussion, games and activities, and meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 4:15 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. Registration is required for a four-week checkout of a selected title one month in advance. To register, or for more information, call the Children’s Department at 330-821-2665, ext. 223.

Play Group allows children to make friends, play, and share stories on every third or fourth Saturday in the Children’s Program Room from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This play group is designed for children to learn, socialize, and explore through play. It is aimed for birth to kindergarten ages with an adult caregiver, but all are welcome. No registration is needed.

Tales for Tails - From January through May, meets the 2nd or 3rd Saturday of the month from 1:00-3:00 p.m., in the Main Children's Program Room. Children try their reading skills on local therapy dogs that will "listen" to stories. Dogs in attendance are members of Therapy Dogs International and the "Paws and Reflect" Pet Therapy group of Alliance Community Hospital. Sign up in advance. Call 330-821-2665, ext. 223.

Tween Council is open to enthusiastic 4th to 6th graders who want to make a difference in the library. Tweens will meet monthly on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 4:15 p.m. to share ideas for upcoming programs, current trends, and what they and their peers are reading. Tween Council will meet in the Children’s Program Room and no registration is needed.