Welcome to February, Love Your Library month!

Love Your Library is our new Winter Reading Program. Check out all the details at www.crcpl.org/lyl. There are fun library-related activities. When you complete all 5, you get a little prize. It's the perfect excuse to come visit the library, check out a library event or two, and talk to friends about your favorite books and movies. We hope you'll join us.  To help you celebrate, we've loaded up our schedule with fun things to do at all 9 locations. Remember that all of our events are free and open to the public, though some require registration.

Liz

Adult Services Coordinator

Chillicothe & Ross County Public Library

 
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Black History Month Celebration

Thursday February 20, 2020, 6-9pm (CHS/CMS Auditorium, 425 Yoctangee Pkwy, Chillicothe) 

This year's Black History Month Celebration will be a little different. We are bringing the Urban Jazz Coalition to Chillicothe for a celebration in music at the Chillicothe High School/Middle School Auditorium.

At 6pm, we will meet and mingle with student groups and local organizations in the CHS/CMS Commons, and enjoy music from the CHS Jazz Band and Symphonic Choir.

At 7pm, Urban Jazz Coalition will take the stage in the auditorium for the main event.

Check out some of UJC's music now on Freegal - just sign in with your library card and you can stream up to 5 hours of music per day.

This event is presented by the library in partnership with the Chillicothe City School District, the NAACP, and the City of Chillicothe.

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This month at Main Library

Job Search Help: Thursday February 13, 12:30-2pm (Reference Area)

 Start the new year with a new resume, and stand out from the crowd. We'll help you learn how to highlight and promote your unique skills, write cover letters, navigate online job applications, and brush up on interview techniques.

Come talk with a business person about what their organization does, and what they look for when hiring new employees.

From 1:30-2, Courtney Lewis, the Community Outreach Director for the Pioneer Center will be our special guest. She will have a range of information about all of the Pioneer Center's programs, so bring your questions! Enjoy coffee and cookies while you chat with Courtney.

You may register ahead of time, though walk-ins are welcome. Presented with support from the Employment First Council of Ross County.

Learn to Knit: Friday February 14, 12-2pm (Reference Area)

 What better way to spend a chilly winter afternoon than knitting something cozy? Well, maybe knitting with friends.

In this class, you'll learn the basics of knitting , as you complete a pair of fingerless mittens. All supplies will be provided.

Please register if you are a beginner, and want to learn to knit. Anyone is welcome to come knit or crochet with us during the class without registering.

Take Control of Chronic Pain: Tuesdays, February 18 - March 24, 1:30-4pm (Annex Room D)

 Join us for a Chronic Pain Self-Management Program .

- Learn strategies to deal with pain, stress, fatigue and depression.

- Learn how to use the "Moving Easy Program" to exercise.

- Talk about using medications safely and effectively.

- Communicate more effectively with your doctor.

Presented in partnership with the Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7).

Registration required. Please register by February 11.

Local Author Fair: Tuesday February 18, 6-7:30pm (Reference Area)

 We have so much talent in Chillicothe! Come meet and talk with some of our local authors. There will be books on hand to purchase and have signed. We'll also have light refreshments for you to enjoy while you visit.

Restorative Yoga: Wednesday February 26, 6:30-7:30pm (Annex Room A)

 This is a gentle and quiet practice with candlelight and calming music, using props to fully support your body. Your muscles will open up and release for a deep stretch without expending energy. Benefits include: enhanced flexibility, lowered stress, aids in balancing our nervous system, quiets the mind, boosts the immune system and helps with weight loss.

All levels and ages welcome!

Please register separately for each class. Mats and blocks available for participants.

Please bring a throw or blanket to class!

 
 
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This month at Northside Branch

Love your Library Paint Night: Wednesday February 5, 6-7:30pm (Myers Meeting Room)

Adults, please join us for a cozy night of painting. Beginners welcome, and all materials provided! Registration Required.

Adults Make-it: Cookie Decorating: Saturday February 8, 12-1pm (Myers Meeting Room)

Learn a new skill in this grown-up cookie decorating class. Come prepared to have fun. In this class, the mistakes are delicious!

Registration Required.

Light on Yoga: Wednesday February 12, 9-10am (Myers Meeting Room)

Do you need a lighter approach to yoga? This 1-hr class can help you maintain flexibility and strength to prevent falls or fractures, slow down the aging process, treat your body compassionately after an injury and help your aching bones! Lung capacity is improved with yoga breathing exercises, and arthritis pain is reduced by gentle stretching.

This class is for beginners or yogis with limitations. It is also a wonderful class for mature yogis.

Please register separately for each class. Mats and blocks available for participants.

 

Novels at Night: Thursday February 13, 6:30-7:30pm (Conference Room)

Our evening book club meets the 2nd Thursday of every month! Copies of each month's book are available several weeks ahead of time at the Main Library and the Northside Branch. In February, we'll discuss Susan Orlean's The Library Book.

Job Search Help: Thursday February 27, 5-6pm (In the library)

Start the new year with a new resume, and stand out from the crowd. We'll help you learn how to highlight and promote your unique skills, write cover letters, navigate online job applications, and brush up on interview techniques.

You may wish to register ahead of time, though walk-ins are also welcome. Presented with support from the Employment First Council of Ross County.
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Around the county this month:

Book Clubs:

Art & Crafts:

Food & Cooking:

Other:

Community Sponsored Events:

These are events that are organized by groups or organizations other than the library, but are held in library spaces, and are open to the public. Contact information for each event is provided on the Events page. The library does not advocate or endorse the policies or purposes of any group or individual using the library meeting room.

**  Registration required. Please click on any event title for more information.

 
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