Join us to watch a film on the big screen in the Harding Room! A short, optional discussion led by a librarian will follow. Featured film: "Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory"(Warner Bros., 1971. Rated G. Runtime 98 minutes).
Calling all homeschoolers! Join us at the library to explore a different mystery topic each month through activities, crafts, games, science, and more! Monday session is repeated at the Wednesday session. For children in grades K — 6. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 106 to sign up. Free!
Need some help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smartphone? You can book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer your questions and walk you through what you'd like to do. Examples include learning how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks from the library At the Warren Library: Call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to reserve your appointment time. Appointments will be held in either the Classroom or the Public Computer Lab on the library's 2nd floor.
Appointments available Mondays between 5 — 7 p.m.
Appointments available Saturdays between 1 — 4 p.m.
Other days/times may be available as needed
Help your student be a better reader! Book Buddies provides after school one-on-one reading practice and reading-related games. Children in grades 1 — 4 may sign up for a 30-minute session to practice reading in a fun, stress-free environment with a trained volunteer. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free!
Children learn through play. Have some fun and build young brains at our open play hours. We will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games, and other activity stations. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 19 months — 5 years with a caregiver.
Teens in grades 7 - 12: Calling all otaku! Join us to try Asian snacks, discuss the latest manga, and of course, watch anime!
Gather the whole family around for some quality time at the library! We’ll share stories, activities, and, occasionally, a visit from a special guest. For families with children ages 3 and older.
Meets in the Warren Library's Garfield Room. Have you ever wanted to join a book club where you get to choose any book that you want to read each month? This is that book club! Bring any book of your choice to talk about on the last Wednesday of every month. A librarian will guide the discussion as we chat about any books that we have recently read.
Toddlers' natural curiosity will be engaged during this weekly program of stories, music, and hands-on activities. For toddlers ages 19 — 35 months with a parent or caregiver.
Calling all homeschoolers! Join us at the library to explore a different mystery topic each month through activities, crafts, games, science, and more! Monday session is repeated at the Wednesday session. For children in grades K — 6. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 106 to sign up. Free!
Teens in grades 7 - 12 may join us in The Lab each week and explore new ways to get creative!
Help your student be a better reader! Book Buddies provides after school one-on-one reading practice and reading-related games. Children in grades 1 — 4 may sign up for a 30-minute session to practice reading in a fun, stress-free environment with a trained volunteer. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free!
Children learn through play. Have some fun and build young brains at our open play hours. We will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games, and other activity stations. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 19 months — 5 years with a caregiver.
If it’s Thursday, it’s Game Night in Teen Central! Teens in grades 7 - 12 may join us for video games, board games, collectible card games, Minecraft, and more. We’ll also be rolling dice and playing Dungeons & Dragons on the first Thursday of every month.
Tweens can explore their techie interests at Tween Tech Night. The first 30 minutes are guided instruction, and the rest of the time tweens can explore different technologies and coding in both digital and analog ways. Drop in at any time during posted hours. For children ages 9 — 12.
Preschool Storytime features stories, songs, and movement activities and reinforces the development of kindergarten readiness. For children ages 3 — 5. Free.
Laugh and learn with your baby! For infants ages 6 — 18 months with a parent or caregiver. Short stories, fingerplays, and simple songs help babies learn language and early concepts! Registration is requested; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206. Free.
Need some help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smartphone? You can book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer your questions and walk you through what you'd like to do. Examples include learning how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks from the library. At the Warren Library: Call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to reserve your appointment time. Appointments will be held in either the Classroom or the Public Computer Lab on the library's 2nd floor.
Appointments available Mondays between 5 — 7 p.m.
Appointments available Saturdays between 1 — 4 p.m.
Other days/times may be available as needed
Activity stations are centered around LEGO bricks and more. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 5 and older. Free.
Whether you are new to using a computer mouse and keyboard, or just need a refresher, come join us for an introduction to these essential tools and how to use them. Class will end with time to practice at your own pace. No prior computer experience is required. To register, call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201. Classes are held in the Classroom on the library's 2nd floor Free.
New culinary adventures await teens in grades 7-12! Join us for a game of Will It Waffle? in March, a variety of sandwiches for National Grilled Cheese Month in April, and our annual hot sauce challenge in May. Free.
Need some help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smartphone? You can book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer your questions and walk you through what you'd like to do. Examples include learning how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks from the library At the Warren Library: Call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to reserve your appointment time. Appointments will be held in either the Classroom or the Public Computer Lab on the library's 2nd floor.
Appointments available Mondays between 5 — 7 p.m.
Appointments available Saturdays between 1 — 4 p.m.
Other days/times may be available as needed
Cute, cuddly, and non-intimidating bunnies are perfect listeners! Children in grades 1 — 6 can sign up to read aloud to registered and certified Bunnies in Baskets (therapy rabbits) for 15-minute sessions. Rabbits are provided by F5RS (Frisky Ferrets, Fuzzies and Feathered Friends Rescue and Sanctuary). Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
Children learn through play. Have some fun and build young brains at our open play hours. We will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games, and other activity stations. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 19 months — 5 years with a caregiver. Free.
Calling all otaku in grades 7-12! Join us to try Asian snacks, discuss the latest manga, and of course, watch anime! Free.
Learn about the history of Barbie at this program for adults! Since 1959—when career-woman and Barbie's mother, Ruth Handler, took on the engineers at Mattel (who told her that little girls wanted to play with baby dolls, not grown-up lady dolls)—up to the present, Barbie has been 10 steps ahead of the game. Barbie owned her own dream house and car, when real women needed fathers or husbands to co-sign their loans, and she went to the moon before the astronauts did. Registration is optional for this program; to sign up, call the Reference Department at the Warren Library at (330) 399-8807 ext. 200 or email REF@WTCPL.ORG. Free.
Gather the whole family around for some quality time at the library! We’ll share stories, activities, and, occasionally, a visit from a special guest. For families with children ages
3 and older. Free.
Toddlers' natural curiosity will be engaged during this weekly program of stories, music, and hands-on activities. For toddlers ages 19 — 35 months with a parent or caregiver. Free.
Teens in grades 7-11 may join us in The Lab at Teen Central each week and explore new ways to get creative! Free.
Help your student be a better reader! Book Buddies provides after school one-on-one reading practice and reading-related games. Children in grades 1 — 4 may sign up for a 30-minute session to practice reading in a fun, stress-free environment with a trained volunteer. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
Adults can learn how to create a greeting card and envelope using the Maker Studio's Cricut cutting machine! Learn the basics of the Cricut Maker machine and become familiar with the workflow of assembling cards. All materials provided. Space is limited; registration is required by calling 330-399-8807 ext. 215. Free.
The Local History & Genealogy Center will host a genealogy orientation night every month. Anyone can stop in for a tour of the department, handouts, database demos, and instruction on researching their family history. No registration is required. Free.
Each participant should bring a copy of a short story, book chapter, poem, play, or any form of creative writing that they created and would like to share. Please limit to 5 pages. After each reading, the group will offer gentle feedback on the piece. Registration is required and is limited for this program. To sign up, call the Reference Department at the
Warren Library at (330) 399-8807 ext. 200 or email REF@WTCPL.ORG. Free.
Children learn through play. Have some fun and build young brains at our open play hours. We will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games, and other activity stations. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 19 months — 5 years with a caregiver. Free.
Tweens can explore their techie interests at Tween Tech Night. The first 30 minutes are guided instruction, and the rest of the time tweens can explore different technologies
and coding in both digital and analog ways. Drop in at any time during posted hours. For children ages 9 — 12. Free.
If it’s Thursday, it’s Game Night in Teen Central! Teens in grades 7-17 can join us for video games, board games, collectible card games, Minecraft, and more. We’ll also be rolling dice and playing Dungeons & Dragons on the first Thursday of every month. Free.
Preschool Storytime features stories, songs, and movement activities and reinforces the development of kindergarten readiness. For children ages 3 — 5. Free.
It’s the best part of the school day – Specials! Homeschoolers (and anyone else with the day off) can join us for activities based on different “specials” topics. Different theme each month. For ages 8 — 12. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
Need some help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smartphone? You can book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer your questions and walk you through what you'd like to do. Examples include learning how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks from the library. At the Warren Library: Call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to reserve your appointment time. Appointments will be held in either the Classroom or the Public Computer Lab on the library's 2nd floor.
Appointments available Mondays between 5 — 7 p.m.
Appointments available Saturdays between 1 — 4 p.m.
Other days/times may be available as needed
Adults can learn how to create a greeting card and envelope using the Maker Studio's Cricut cutting machine! Learn the basics of the Cricut Maker machine and become familiar with the workflow of assembling cards. All materials provided. Space is limited; registration is required by calling 330-399-8807 ext. 215. Free.
This is a one-time grief support session for anyone who has recently lost a loved one to death. Intended for those unable to commit to an ongoing grief group. Participants will learn about the grieving process and receive handouts and materials. A library program in partnership with Hospice of the Valley. To register, call Kim Calhoun, LSW, at (330) 549-5901; or call the Reference Department at (330) 399-8807 ext. 200 or email REF@WTCPL.ORG. Free.
Learn the basics of using a Windows computer, including parts of the computer, the desktop and Start menu, and using apps. Requires familiarity with using a mouse and keyboard. To sign up, call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201. Classes at the Warren Library will be held in the Classroom on the library’s 2nd floor. Free.
Watch a film on the big screen! A short, optional discussion led by a librarian follows. The featured movie on March 11 is "Cyrano" (Universal Pictures, 2021. Rated PG-13. Runtime 124 minutes). Free.
Need some help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smartphone? You can book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer your questions and walk you through what you'd like to do. Examples include learning how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks from the library At the Warren Library: Call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to reserve your appointment time. Appointments will be held in either the Classroom or the Public Computer Lab on the library's 2nd floor.
Appointments available Mondays between 5 — 7 p.m.
Appointments available Saturdays between 1 — 4 p.m.
Other days/times may be available as needed
An unforgettable evening for teens in grades 7-12 filled with wacky challenges and silly games! Free.
Help your student be a better reader! Book Buddies provides after school one-on-one reading practice and reading-related games. Children in grades 1 — 4 may sign up for a 30-minute session to practice reading in a fun, stress-free environment with a trained volunteer. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
Children learn through play. Have some fun and build young brains at our open play hours. We will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games, and other activity stations. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 19 months — 5 years with a caregiver. Free.
Calling all otaku in grades 7-12! Join us to try Asian snacks, discuss the latest manga, and of course, watch anime! Free.
Gather the whole family around for some quality time at the library! We’ll share stories, activities, and, occasionally, a visit from a special guest. For families with children ages
3 and older. Free.
Toddlers' natural curiosity will be engaged during this weekly program of stories, music, and hands-on activities. For toddlers ages 19 — 35 months with a parent or caregiver. Free.
Teens in grades 7-11 may join us in The Lab at Teen Central each week and explore new ways to get creative! Free.
Help your student be a better reader! Book Buddies provides after school one-on-one reading practice and reading-related games. Children in grades 1 — 4 may sign up for a 30-minute session to practice reading in a fun, stress-free environment with a trained volunteer. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
This class will teach participants to use the library’s subscription databases and other online free sites. Registration is required; call the Local History & Genealogy Center at the Warren Library at (330) 399-8807 ext. 202 to sign up. Free.
Join us at the Maker Studio for a 3D Printer demonstration and Q&A session! You'll see our printer in action, learn how to find 3D printable files, and learn about 3D printing in general. You will leave with a finished 3D print! Space is limited; registration is required by calling 330-399-8807 ext. 215. Free.
Come learn a new game, meet people, and have fun! We’ll be playing games like Catan, Ticket to Ride, and other modern favorites. Players of any skill level are welcome, from beginners up; a librarian will be there to teach the game to everyone. Free.
Children learn through play. Have some fun and build young brains at our open play hours. We will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games, and other activity stations. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 19 months — 5 years with a caregiver. Free.
Learn how to navigate commonly used features on your Android or Apple smartphone or tablet! We’ll cover everything from the basics of how to use your device, to taking and sending photos, to the most useful apps. Afterwards, there will be time to answer your questions. Please bring your own fully-charged device. To sign up, call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201. Classes at the Warren Library will be held in the Classroom on the library’s 2nd floor. Free.
Join other Warren-Trumbull County Public Library patrons for this monthly book discussion. March's featured book is "Weyward" by Emilia Hart. It is available in regular and large print and as an ebook and an e-audiobook from the W-TCPL system.
Tweens can explore their techie interests at Tween Tech Night. The first 30 minutes are guided instruction, and the rest of the time tweens can explore different technologies
and coding in both digital and analog ways. Drop in at any time during posted hours. For children ages 9 — 12. Free.
If it’s Thursday, it’s Game Night in Teen Central! Teens in grades 7-17 can join us for video games, board games, collectible card games, Minecraft, and more. We’ll also be rolling dice and playing Dungeons & Dragons on the first Thursday of every month. Free.
Preschool Storytime features stories, songs, and movement activities and reinforces the development of kindergarten readiness. For children ages 3 — 5. Free.
Kids in grades K — 3 can join us on the third Saturday of each month to explore backyard nature through science, crafts, stories, and more. Rain or shine. Children should dress for the weather and to possibly get dirty! Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
Need some help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smartphone? You can book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer your questions and walk you through what you'd like to do. Examples include learning how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks from the library. At the Warren Library: Call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to reserve your appointment time. Appointments will be held in either the Classroom or the Public Computer Lab on the library's 2nd floor.
Appointments available Mondays between 5 — 7 p.m.
Appointments available Saturdays between 1 — 4 p.m.
Other days/times may be available as needed
In the Harding Room at the Warren Library or Online via Zoom. Local genealogist Stacey Adger and nationally recognized genealogist Cheri Hudson Passey will share the complexities of descending from an ancestor who owned slaves. The speakers will share their stories and focus on how to have those difficult talks and turn them into constructive conversations. This program is in partnership with the Trumbull County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Please call the Reference Desk at (330) 399-8807 ext. 200. Free.
Join us at the Maker Studio for a 3D Printer demonstration and Q&A session! You'll see our printer in action, learn how to find 3D printable files, and learn about 3D printing in general. You will leave with a finished 3D print! Space is limited; registration is required by calling 330-399-8807 ext. 215. Free.
Learn about how your computer organizes information, including files, folders, and using flash drives. Requires attendance of the library’s Beginning Computers 1 class. To sign up, call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201. Classes at the Warren Library will be held in the Classroom on the library’s 2nd floor. Free.
Need some help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smartphone? You can book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer your questions and walk you through what you'd like to do. Examples include learning how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks from the library At the Warren Library: Call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to reserve your appointment time. Appointments will be held in either the Classroom or the Public Computer Lab on the library's 2nd floor.
Appointments available Mondays between 5 — 7 p.m.
Appointments available Saturdays between 1 — 4 p.m.
Other days/times may be available as needed
Help your student be a better reader! Book Buddies provides after school one-on-one reading practice and reading-related games. Children in grades 1 — 4 may sign up for a 30-minute session to practice reading in a fun, stress-free environment with a trained volunteer. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
Whether you’re a seasoned comic book enthusiast or new to the medium, come together, discuss, and celebrate the diverse and imaginative stories found within the pages of comics and graphic novels.
Children learn through play. Have some fun and build young brains at our open play hours. We will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games, and other activity stations. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 19 months — 5 years with a caregiver. Free.
Calling all otaku in grades 7-12! Join us to try Asian snacks, discuss the latest manga, and of course, watch anime! Free.
Children can learn computer coding at our monthly Kids Can Code program and find out how they can use code to change the world! For kids in grades 4 — 6. Registration
is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
Gather the whole family around for some quality time at the library! We’ll share stories, activities, and, occasionally, a visit from a special guest. For families with children ages
3 and older. Free.
Come learn how you can get involved in your community and invest in your neighborhood. TNP will share ways you can get involved and be a community leader and volunteer, including the Warren Farmers Market, community gardens, and more. Registration is required; to sign up, call the Reference Department at the Warren Library at (330) 399-8807 ext. 200 or email REF@WTCPL.ORG. Free.
Toddlers' natural curiosity will be engaged during this weekly program of stories, music, and hands-on activities. For toddlers ages 19 — 35 months with a parent or caregiver. Free.
Teens in grades 7-11 may join us in The Lab at Teen Central each week and explore new ways to get creative! Free.
Help your student be a better reader! Book Buddies provides after school one-on-one reading practice and reading-related games. Children in grades 1 — 4 may sign up for a 30-minute session to practice reading in a fun, stress-free environment with a trained volunteer. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
DIY at the Maker Studio! Learn how to make your own custom pinback buttons using old book and magazine pages! All supplies will be provided. Space is limited; registration is required by calling 330-399-8807 ext. 215. Free.
Join other Warren-Trumbull County Public Library patrons for this monthly book discussion. March's featured book is "The Book Eaters" by Sunyi Dean. The book is available in print and as an e-book from the W-TCPL system.
Children learn through play. Have some fun and build young brains at our open play hours. We will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games, and other activity stations. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 19 months — 5 years with a caregiver. Free.
If it’s Thursday, it’s Game Night in Teen Central! Teens in grades 7-17 can join us for video games, board games, collectible card games, Minecraft, and more. We’ll also be rolling dice and playing Dungeons & Dragons on the first Thursday of every month. Free.
Tweens can explore their techie interests at Tween Tech Night. The first 30 minutes are guided instruction, and the rest of the time tweens can explore different technologies
and coding in both digital and analog ways. Drop in at any time during posted hours. For children ages 9 — 12. Free.
Preschool Storytime features stories, songs, and movement activities and reinforces the development of kindergarten readiness. For children ages 3 — 5. Free.
The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library’s annual Family Book Day—a celebration of books and reading—will be held this year from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 23 at the Warren Library.
The day will kick off at 11 a.m. with a presentation and book signing by featured speaker Justin A. Reynolds. "Opposite of Always," his debut Young Adult novel, was an Indies Introduce Top Ten Debut, a School Library Journal Best Book, translated into 19 languages, and is being developed for film with Paramount Players. Visit the Books-a-Million (Niles, Ohio) table at Family Book Day to purchase copies of Justin A. Reynolds’ books.
Another featured author is professional storyteller and children’s book author Lindsay Bonilla, who is scheduled for 1 p.m. She will present folktales for all ages. Copies of her newest book, "The Storyteller," will be available for purchase and signing.
Tours of the W-TCPL Bookmobile will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the library’s parking lot.
Crafts, games, and gaming for children and teens will be available between 12 and 4 p.m. Children will be able to meet Clifford the Big Red Dog at 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., made possible by the local PBS station, PBS Western Reserve. There will also be a puppet show at 3 p.m.
New this year will be a Local Author Fair. Invited local authors will have tables set up throughout the library to display their books and talk about the writing process.
Plus, everyone ages 0-18 can receive one free new book to keep.
Admission for Family Book Day is free, and no registration is necessary!
MORE INFORMATION: https://wtcpl.org/family-book-day/
The Local Author Fair will be part of the library’s Family Book Day, an annual event for all ages that features stories, puppets, crafts, and games. Come meet local authors and browse their books for sale.
Local Author Fair Participating Authors: Chelsea Banning, BJ Barnes, Amanda Bryk, Carl Elton Cook, Jelisa Dallas, Cari Dubiel, M.E. Greenfield, Robert A. Middleton, Victoria Perkins, Mariellen Rich, Karen Schubert, Phillip Suarez, Mialie T. Szymanski, Leah Williams
Need some help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smartphone? You can book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer your questions and walk you through what you'd like to do. Examples include learning how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks from the library. At the Warren Library: Call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to reserve your appointment time. Appointments will be held in either the Classroom or the Public Computer Lab on the library's 2nd floor.
Appointments available Mondays between 5 — 7 p.m.
Appointments available Saturdays between 1 — 4 p.m.
Other days/times may be available as needed
Watch a film on the big screen! A short, optional discussion led by a librarian follows. The featured movie on March 25 is "Out of the Past" (Warner Bros., 1947. Rated TV-PG. Runtime 97 minutes). Free.
Learn about Windows tips and tricks, like changing the desktop wallpaper, creating shortcuts, and how to learn more. We’ll have time at the end to answer any questions you may have from our Beginning Computer class series. Requires attendance of the library’s Beginning Computers 2 class. To sign up, call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201. Classes at the Warren Library will be held in the Classroom on the library’s 2nd floor. Free.
Calling all homeschoolers! Explore a different mystery topic each month through activities, crafts, games, science, and more! Monday session is repeated at Wednesday session. For children in grades K — 6. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
Need some help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smartphone? You can book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer your questions and walk you through what you'd like to do. Examples include learning how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks from the library At the Warren Library: Call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to reserve your appointment time. Appointments will be held in either the Classroom or the Public Computer Lab on the library's 2nd floor.
Appointments available Mondays between 5 — 7 p.m.
Appointments available Saturdays between 1 — 4 p.m.
Other days/times may be available as needed
Children learn through play. Have some fun and build young brains at our open play hours. We will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games, and other activity stations. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 19 months — 5 years with a caregiver. Free.
Calling all otaku in grades 7-12! Join us to try Asian snacks, discuss the latest manga, and of course, watch anime! Free.
Gather the whole family around for some quality time at the library! We’ll share stories, activities, and, occasionally, a visit from a special guest. For families with children ages
3 and older. Free.
Toddlers' natural curiosity will be engaged during this weekly program of stories, music, and hands-on activities. For toddlers ages 19 — 35 months with a parent or caregiver. Free.
Have you ever wanted to join a book club where you get to choose any book that you want to read each month? This is that book club! Bring any book of your choice to talk about on the last Wednesday of every month. A librarian will guide the discussion as we chat about any books that we have recently read.
Calling all homeschoolers! Explore a different mystery topic each month through activities, crafts, games, science, and more! Monday session is repeated at Wednesday session. For children in grades K — 6. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
Teens in grades 7-11 may join us in The Lab at Teen Central each week and explore new ways to get creative! Free.
Create delightful paper flowers to add a little Spring to your home using the Maker Studio’s Cricut machine! All materials provided. Space is limited; registration is required by calling 330-399-8807 ext. 215. Free.
Children learn through play. Have some fun and build young brains at our open play hours. We will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games, and other activity stations. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 19 months — 5 years with a caregiver. Free.
If it’s Thursday, it’s Game Night in Teen Central! Teens in grades 7-17 can join us for video games, board games, collectible card games, Minecraft, and more. We’ll also be rolling dice and playing Dungeons & Dragons on the first Thursday of every month. Free.
Tweens can explore their techie interests at Tween Tech Night. The first 30 minutes are guided instruction, and the rest of the time tweens can explore different technologies
and coding in both digital and analog ways. Drop in at any time during posted hours. For children ages 9 — 12. Free.
From organized crime historian and author Allan May: Learn about Julius Petro and his gang and their activities throughout Ohio, especially the Mahoning Valley, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and finally California. Hear about the brazen murder of young Alliance golf legend Eldon “Pete” Shoup. And finally, Petro’s demise in Los Angeles involving a name familiar to Mahoning Valley residents. Having attended Part I is not necessary to enjoy this program. Registration is optional; to sign up call the Reference Department at the Warren Library at (330) 399-8807 ext. 200 or email REF@WTCPL.ORG. Free.
Preschool Storytime features stories, songs, and movement activities and reinforces the development of kindergarten readiness. For children ages 3 — 5. Free.
Need some help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smartphone? You can book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer your questions and walk you through what you'd like to do. Examples include learning how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks from the library. At the Warren Library: Call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to reserve your appointment time. Appointments will be held in either the Classroom or the Public Computer Lab on the library's 2nd floor.
Appointments available Mondays between 5 — 7 p.m.
Appointments available Saturdays between 1 — 4 p.m.
Other days/times may be available as needed
Create delightful paper flowers to add a little Spring to your home using the Maker Studio’s Cricut machine! All materials provided. Space is limited; registration is required by calling 330-399-8807 ext. 215. Free.
Whether you are new to using a computer mouse and keyboard, or just need a refresher, come join us for an introduction to these essential tools and how to use them. Class will end with time to practice at your own pace. No prior computer experience is required. To register, call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201. Classes are held in the Classroom on the library's 2nd floor Free.
New culinary adventures await teens in grades 7-12! Join us for a game of Will It Waffle? in March, a variety of sandwiches for National Grilled Cheese Month in April, and our annual hot sauce challenge in May. Free.
Need some help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smartphone? You can book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer your questions and walk you through what you'd like to do. Examples include learning how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks from the library At the Warren Library: Call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to reserve your appointment time. Appointments will be held in either the Classroom or the Public Computer Lab on the library's 2nd floor.
Appointments available Mondays between 5 — 7 p.m.
Appointments available Saturdays between 1 — 4 p.m.
Other days/times may be available as needed
Children gain confidence and improve their reading skills as they read to an uncritical and tail-wagging audience. Children in grades 1 — 6 may sign up for 15-minute sessions to read aloud to a registered therapy dog from PAWS Therapy Team. Registration is required; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
Children learn through play. Have some fun and build young brains at our open play hours. We will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games, and other activity stations. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 19 months — 5 years with a caregiver. Free.
Calling all otaku in grades 7-12! Join us to try Asian snacks, discuss the latest manga, and of course, watch anime! Free.
Gather the whole family around for some quality time at the library! We’ll share stories, activities, and, occasionally, a visit from a special guest. For families with children ages
3 and older. Free.
Toddlers' natural curiosity will be engaged during this weekly program of stories, music, and hands-on activities. For toddlers ages 19 — 35 months with a parent or caregiver. Free.
A beloved event for teens in grades 7-12 returns! You and your team will have 100 minutes to complete the secret challenge using a pantry of craft supplies. May the craft supplies be ever in your favor! Free.
Teens in grades 7-11 may join us in The Lab at Teen Central each week and explore new ways to get creative! Free.
Try out our button maker to create your very own pinback button, featuring eclipse-themed designs to help us get ready for the total solar eclipse on April 8! All materials provided. For adults. Space is limited and registration is required by calling 330-399-8807 ext. 215. Free.
Each participant should bring a copy of a short story, book chapter, poem, play, or any form of creative writing that they created and would like to share. Please limit to 5 pages. After each reading, the group will offer gentle feedback on the piece. Registration is required and is limited for this program. To sign up, call the Reference Department at the
Warren Library at (330) 399-8807 ext. 200 or email REF@WTCPL.ORG. Free.
Children learn through play. Have some fun and build young brains at our open play hours. We will provide a variety of playful learning experiences through toys, games, and other activity stations. Drop in anytime during posted hours. For children ages 19 months — 5 years with a caregiver. Free.
Learn the basics of navigating Microsoft Word, typing a document, editing text, printing, and saving. Requires familiarity with a computer mouse and keyboard. Registration is required; call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to sign up. Free.
Tweens can explore their techie interests at Tween Tech Night. The first 30 minutes are guided instruction, and the rest of the time tweens can explore different technologies
and coding in both digital and analog ways. Drop in at any time during posted hours. For children ages 9 — 12. Free.
If it’s Thursday, it’s Game Night in Teen Central! Teens in grades 7-17 can join us for video games, board games, collectible card games, Minecraft, and more. We’ll also be rolling dice and playing Dungeons & Dragons on the first Thursday of every month. Free.
Preschool Storytime features stories, songs, and movement activities and reinforces the development of kindergarten readiness. For children ages 3 — 5. Free.
Laugh and learn with your baby! For infants ages 6 — 18 months with a parent or caregiver. Short stories, fingerplays, and simple songs help babies learn language and early concepts! Registration is requested; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206. Free.
Need some help learning how to do something on a computer, tablet, or smartphone? You can book a 30-minute session with a library staff member who will answer your questions and walk you through what you'd like to do. Examples include learning how to send an email, share a photo, or borrow eBooks from the library. At the Warren Library: Call the Public Computer Lab at (330) 399-8807 ext. 201 to reserve your appointment time. Appointments will be held in either the Classroom or the Public Computer Lab on the library's 2nd floor.
Appointments available Mondays between 5 — 7 p.m.
Appointments available Saturdays between 1 — 4 p.m.
Other days/times may be available as needed
Learn about the upcoming total solar eclipse and make eclipse glasses with Gene Zajac, a NASA Solar System Ambassador. A program for all ages. Registration is required and is limited; call (330) 399-8807 ext. 206 to sign up. Free.
Try out our button maker to create your very own pinback button, featuring eclipse-themed designs to help us get ready for the total solar eclipse on April 8! All materials provided. For adults. Space is limited and registration is required by calling 330-399-8807 ext. 215. Free.