newsletter - Dover Public Library

January - May 2016
DOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
newsletter
Dover Public
Library
525 N. Walnut St.
Dover, OH 44622
Ph. 330-343-6123
Fax: 330-343-2087
Hours
Mon-Thurs: 9-8
Friday: 9-6
Saturday: 9-5
Sunday: Closed
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In This Issue:
Library Info - 2
Adults - 6
Local History - 14
Technology - 16
Teens - 20
Kids - 24
The CCC Boys of
Dover & New Philadelphia
Saturday, April 16 at 11:00 AM
Join Michigan based author Bill Jamerson as
he presents a music and storytelling program
about the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Dressed in uniform, Jamerson tells stories,
shows clips from his PBS film, reads excerpts
from his novel, and sings original songs with
his guitar. This nostalgic program is filled with
heartfelt stories and lots of laughter. The CCC
was a federal works program created by FDR
in the heart of The Great Depression. The
CCC in Ohio planted millions of trees, built
hundreds of bridges and dams, fought forest
fires, and built a dozen state parks. For more
information or to register
for this free community
event, please call the
Dover Public Library at
330-343-6123.
Library Levy Renewal
On March 15, the Dover Public Library will ask
voters in Dover Township to approve a
renewal of its operating levy
lasting five years. The proposed
renewal is not a tax increase.
See page 3 for more information
on the levy.
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Director:
Director’s Notes
By Jim Gill
Jim Gill
[email protected]
2016 is here! I hope you
are as excited as we are
to see what the New Year
will bring.
Fiscal Officer:
Jamie Rieger
[email protected]
Board of Trustees
Robert Gerber, Pres.
Julie Warther, VP
Paula Fritz, Sec.
Dan Fuller
John Hoopingarner
Sarah Lehman
Bob Scanlon
Our Mission:
The Dover Public
Library is committed to
being the center of
community life in Dover,
Ohio. It is our mission
to support life-long
learning by providing
information and
opportunities for
personal enrichment
and enjoyment to
people of all ages and
from all backgrounds in
Dover and throughout
the Tuscarawas Valley.
This year, the library is
pleased to unveil a brand
new author series called Nights at the
Round Table. As it was in King Arthur’s
court, our round table is a symbol that
everyone who sits around it is equal. This
new series gives people the opportunity to
meet and share ideas with visiting authors.
Not everyone has the opportunity to
become a published author, so we hope
Nights at the Round Table becomes a
forum for conversation where readers can
connect with writers in a way that
is fun, inspiring, and possibly lifechanging.
We hope to see you around the
Round Table in 2016!
100 Book Club
January 1 - December 31, 2016
Challenge yourself to read 100 books in 2016!
Receive a reading log to track your progress.
Complete the challenge and receive a
membership card, a t-shirt, and an invitation to
our annual reception. Call the
library at 330-343-6123 for
complete rules.
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Dover Public Library Levy Q&A
What is the library levy and when will it be on the ballot?
The Library is proposing the renewal of a 1-mill operating levy for 5
years to be on the March 15th ballot.
Will my taxes increase?
There will be no tax increase for the renewal levy. The renewal will
cost $2.91 per month for the owner of a home valued at $100,000.
How are the funds used by the Library?
Levy funds will be used for operating expenses of the Library such as
materials (books, DVDs, eBooks, CDs), programming for all ages,
and services to the community such as Books on Wheels and
computer classes. The Library depends on the levy for 27% of its
funding.
What will happen if the levy does not pass?
Without the levy, the Library will have to make severe cuts beginning
next year, including changing operating hours and staffing, reducing
the amount of new materials, and reducing the number of programs.
What are the important dates for this election?
The deadline to register for the Primary election is Tuesday, February
16. The Primary election is Tuesday, March 15.
Please feel free to contact director Jim Gill with any questions.
Library Funding 2015
State Funding - 65%
Levy Funding - 27%
Miscellaneous - 8%
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Q&A with Two Friends of the Library
Who are the Friends of the Dover Public Library?
The Friends of the Library is a group of people who believe an
excellent library is essential to the community.
What is the Book Cellar?
The Book Cellar is a bookshop open to the public featuring new and
gently used books available at reasonable prices.
Name: Joyce Cecil
Family: Married to Joe for 51 years, 9 Children,
14 grandchildren with identical twins due in April
making 16.
Work status: Retired Music educator at St.
Joseph School and organist for 43 years.
How long have you been involved in The Friends
of the Library? My husband and I joined when the
Dover group was founded. I’ve been a member of the Friends board
for 10-12 years.
What do you like most about working in The Book Cellar?
Working in the Book Cellar fulfills a lifelong fantasy of being a
librarian. It never ceases to amaze me the subjects that have been
written about. I’m very much a people person and love meeting the
customers and helping them find the right book. I also really enjoy
working with Vickie and the other volunteers.
What do you like to do in your free time?
Besides babies and books, I enjoy gardening
and playing piano at two nursing homes. It’s
an extension of my teaching, only with
seniors.
Name: Vickie Wittkop
Family: A son, Chris; a daughter and son-in-law,
Bethany and Allen Olmstead; 4 grandchildren, Olivia
who lives in Hilliard; Elsie, Jacob, and Sam who live in
Hillsborough, North Carolina.
Work Status: Retired English teacher from New
Philadelphia H.S.
How long have you been involved in Friends of
the Library? 5 years on the Friends Board
What do you like most about working in The Book Cellar? Meeting
people who share a love of reading and exchanging "must reads"! My
range of authors has expanded exponentially! Another benefit is
working closely and sharing ideas with Joyce Cecil, our special group of
volunteers and the library staff!
What do you like to do in your free
time? Reading...no big surprise;
refinishing/refurbishing/ repurposing
furniture; spending time with family and
friends.
People would be surprised to know...
I was the first recipient of the Dr.
William J. and Mae Hurst Jackson
Award for Distinguished Teaching in
2003.
Friends of the Library Book Cellar
Open Saturdays 9:00 AM - Noon
People would be surprised to know... My
college major was French, and I never took a
music course in college.
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Nights at the Round Table
in the Community Room
Each month, a different author will visit the
library to talk about his or her books and the
writing life. A book signing will follow each event.
Call the library at 330-343-6123 to register for
the following author events or for more
information.
A Coach in Progress: An Evening with Marshall’s Red Dawson
Friday, January 15 at 7:00 PM
Join former Marshall University football coach Red Dawson as
he discusses his book, A Coach in Progress, which depicts the
catastrophe of the flight that crashed in 1970, killing all seventy
-five passengers on board: players, coaches, and boosters of
the Marshall University football team. As depicted in the film
We Are Marshall, Dawson was one of the few coaches and players not
on the plane that night. From this tragedy, the foundation of the Marshall
football program was laid, and it has thrived ever since. Sponsored by
the Canal Dover Association.
Debra Darnall: The Bone Lady:
Life Lessons Learned as One of Football's Ultimate Fans
Thursday, January 21 at 6:30 PM
NFL Ultimate Fan Debra “Bone Lady” Darnall shares her
wacky and wonderful story after she decided to put on
an outrageous costume and start rooting for the
Cleveland Browns. The struggling artist suddenly
became one of the most visible women in football and a
spokesperson for fans of all kinds. Now, she shares her
offbeat and candid personal story to inspire others to
discover their own passion.
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Wade Meyer: What Shall I Bring?
Your Personal Cookbook for Visiting Friends
Thursday, February 25 at 6:30 PM
Whether you are solving equations or cooking, you want
to succeed. In What Shall I Bring? the answers for
success are provided. You have been invited to a party
or an event, and you have asked the proverbial question.
This book is your Answer Key! Not only are the dishes
unique and delicious, but they are also easy to prepare.
Matt Lupica: The Baseball Stadium Insider:
A Dissection of All Thirty Ballparks,
Legendary Players, & Memorable Moments
Thursday, March 24 at 6:30 PM
Lupica's comprehensive guide takes readers on a journey
across the country, providing an in-depth look at what has
shaped baseball. Ballparks have stood witness to Babe
Ruth's home runs, Jackie Robinson’s debut, and Lou
Gehring's final bow. This free event is for the die­hard fan
or the baseball novice alike.
Wendy Sand Eckel: Murder at Barclay Meadow: A Mystery
Thursday, April 21 at 6:30 PM
After her husband confesses to an affair, Rosalie Hart
exiles herself to her late aunt's farmhouse on
Maryland's Eastern Shore. Just when Rosalie feels
convinced things couldn't get any worse, she finds a
body floating in her marsh grasses. When the sheriff
declares the death an accident, she becomes
suspicious. Determined to find justice and protect the
new home she's begun to build for herself, Rosalie
races to catch the killer in this deftly plotted debut.
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Tuesday Night Book Club
Tuesdays at 7:00 PM
Do you love to talk about books? Join us for an evening of coffee and
conversation. New members are always welcome! Call the library at
330-343-6123 to reserve your copy of discussion titles.
January 12: Two Old Women by Velma Wallis
February 9: The Fort of Nine Towers by Qais Akbar Omar
March 8: The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd
April 12: The Garden of Evening Mists by Tan Twan Eng
May 10: Best Boy by Eli Gottlieb
BYOB: Bring Your Own Book Club
Thursdays at 7:00 PM
Looking for a non-traditional book club? Join the B.ring Y.our O.wn B.ook
club! We pick the genre, and you bring the book! Call 330-343-6123 for
more information and to register.
January 7: History @ Hog Heaven in Dover
February 4: The American West @ the Pointe
March 3: Asian Authors @ Katana
April 7: Sports @ Talaquepaque
May 5: YA @ Lighthouse Bistro at Atwood Lake
Money Mondays
Mondays at 6:30 PM
Take charge of your money this year with a series on important financial
topics. Presented by Financial Advisor Dennis Lint of Edward Jones.
Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle
Thursdays at Noon
Learn about America’s oldest continuous book club! Call the library at
330-343-6123 to reserve your copy of discussion titles.
January 28: Missoula by Jon Krakauer
February 25: Drinking in America by Susan Cheever
March 31: 1776 by David McCullough
April 28: All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr
May 26: The Great Bridge by David McCullough
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January 25: Foundations of Investing
February 29: Leave It, Roll It, Take It: Know Your Employer
Retirement Plan Options
March 28: Retirement: Making Your Money Last
April 25: Five Money Questions for Women
May 23: College: Getting There From Here
Tuscarawas Valley Civil War Roundtable
Thursdays January 14, February 11, and March 10 at 7:00 PM
Ever since Appomattox, historians, military tacticians, and amateur
scholars have been fascinated by the Civil War. Join the Tuscarawas
Valley Civil War Roundtable in the library’s
Community Room the second Thursday of the
month. Each month, a different speaker will
provide an engaging and informative look at a
particular aspect of the War Between the
States. All welcome!
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Third Thursdays Make
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Step out of your comfort zone and learn something new each month!
Call the Library at 330-343-6123 to Register.
Jan. 21: Handmade Gifts & Cards
Using Amusestudio products, participants make a small project
& two hand-stamped cards. All materials provided.
Feb. 18: Arm-Knitting Scarves
Learn how to make a scarf using just yarn and your own arms.
Scarves take 1.5-2 hours. Supplies needed: 2 identical 90+ yard
skeins of super bulky yarn.
March 17: Candlewicking 101
Learn about this whitework embroidery and try it yourself! All
materials provided. Limited to 10 students.
April 21: Terrariums
Get your fingers dirty with us! Bring your own container. Soil
and plants provided. Limited to 10 students.
May 19: Ribbon Embroidery
Ribbon embroidery can be versatile and fun. Learn about basic
stitches and resources to get started at this fun class.
Half the Man I Used to Be
Saturday, January 2 at 10:00 AM
Join Tony Daley in a discussion on
overcoming life’s challenges to
reach personal goals.
Learn the mindset and
strategies he uses,
and find ways to make
your New Year's
Resolution a reality.
Recipe Club
Saturday, January 9 at 2:00 PM
Wondering what to do
with all those leftovers
from the holidays?
Come and learn some
creative ideas to put your leftovers
to good use. Call the library at
330-343-6123 to register.
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Picturing America
Feb. 10, 17 and 24, March 9, 16,
23, and 30, April 13, 20, and 27
at 6:30 PM
Join Kathleen Riley, art educator
and pastel artist, as she presents
40 American masterpieces. Learn
more about art to better
understand American history.
Call 330-3436123 to register.
Trivia Nights @ the Library!
Thursdays at 7:00 PM
Feb. 4, March 3, and April 7
Join us for a fun evening of trivia
with new and old friends. Teams
of two to six players are welcome
to participate! Snacks and
prizes will be provided.
Call the library at
330-343-6123 to register.
Union Hospital
Chronic Pain Management
Tuesdays, February 2 - March 8
9:00 AM - Noon
Join us for a workshop
developed by Stanford
University and presented by Union
Hospital’s Community Health and
Wellness Department. Call 330602-0779 to register for this free,
six-week program,
Go Red for Women
Friday, Feb. 5 from 9 - Noon
Wear red and stop by the Library
for a free heart health screening.
Staff from Union Hospital’s
Community Health & Wellness
office will be on hand to offer free
health screenings.
Call 330-602-0779
to register or for
more information.
6th Annual Overdue Open House
Sunday, February 14 from 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Explore the library at this fun, family-friendly community
day! Events include a Valentine’s Day themed bake
sale, a magician, live music, and more. Return your
overdue books at the event and your fines will be waived. Dozens of
gift baskets and donated items will be raffled off.
Proceeds benefit the Citizens for the Dover Public
Library. Call 330-343-6123 for more information.
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St. Patty’s Day Celebration!
Saturday, March
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Join us for a wee bit of Ireland at this fun, familyfriendly annual event. Enter to win a Luck-of-the-Irish
gift basket giveaway and don’t forget to wear green!
Call the library at 330-343-6123 to register or for more
information.
10:00 AM: ‘Tis a Wee Folk Family Party! Calling all kids! The
library is throwing a party for the “wee folk,” or leprechauns. Join us for
music, stories, games, crafts and refreshments.
12:00 PM: Irish Movie Time! Join us for free popcorn, pizza, and a
showing of a classic Disney film Title
starring Sean Connery.
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2:00 PM: Haunted Ireland: A Presentation
by Sherri Brake.
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Ireland's centuries-old castles, creepy cemeteries, and battle sites hold
plenty of secrets… and maybe a few ghosts. Join Haunted Heartland
Tour owner, Sherri Brake, on a journey across the magical and
mysterious country of Ireland.
4:00 PM: Celtic Rush Performs LIVE! Enjoy the unique & lively
sound from this popular Irish pub band. The group performs
with a variety of instruments including fiddles, guitars, tin
whistle, bass, mandolin, and Irish drum (bodhran).
Everything Chocolate
Saturday, Feb. 27 at 10:00 AM
Did you know that you can use
chocolate in almost any dish? Join
Paula Fawcett to sample delicious
dishes and take home recipes.
Registration is required. Please
call the library at 330-343-6123 to
register.
Psaltery Gal
Saturday, April 2 at 10:00 AM
Join Liz Strauss for a musical
morning featuring the bowed
psaltery. Learn the history of the
instrument, hear it played, and try
it yourself. Call the
library at 330-343-6123 to
register or for more
information.
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Dover High School Hispanic
Outreach Film Night
Thursday, April 14 at 6:00 PM
Join us for a showing and
discussion of an award-winning
documentary that tells the story of
four friends traveling in rural
Guatemala and attempting
to live on only a $1.00 a
day. Call 330-343-6123 to
register.
Introduction to
Sign Language
Tuesdays from 6:30 - 7:30
Join us for a fun way to learn
Basic American Sign Language
(ASL). Classes held from
6:30-7:30 PM in the Community
Room.
Dates: April 26 and May 3, 10,
17, 24, and 31
Friends of the Library Poetry Night
Thursday, April 28 at 6:00 PM
In the Community Room
Are you a poet at heart? Join other poetry lovers at the Friends of the
Library Annual Poetry Night. Come read your original poetry or a few of
your favorite poems from other writers.
Call 330-343-6123 to register.
Using Nutrition to
Feel Your Best
Saturday, April 30 at 10:00 AM
Seed Library Plant Sale
Saturday, May 7
from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Come shop for Mother’s Day!
We will have perennials, herbs,
vegetables, yard art, and seeds.
Enter to win a door
prize and learn more
about our seed library.
Join Mike Warther of Dover
Healthy Alternatives to learn the
very latest in the world of nutrition
and alternative medicine. Bring
your questions.
Call 330-343-6123
to register.
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The Roots Cellar
Explore Our Local
History Room!
Open Thursdays
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Or Call
330-343-6123
for an Appointment
Tapestries of Tuscarawas County
The Dover Public Library is compiling stories
for publication in a living memory collection.
You can contribute by sharing your stories with
us! Cash prizes will be awarded to the top
three stories, chosen by the editorial staff. All
submissions must be received by May 1, 2016.
Pick up an entry form at Dover Public
Library today and see your favorite
family stories in print.
Genealogy Lock-In and Pizza Party
Saturday, January 30 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM
The Local
Connection
Join Local History
Librarian Claire
Kandle for a look into
the world of
genealogy and local
history.
Call 330-343-6123 to
register for these fun
and interesting
programs.
Come explore Dover Public Library’s
genealogy resources after hours! Discover the
best genealogy websites, where to find print
sources in Ohio, and how to get started.
Participants will have access to computers
with free copying and printing.
Pizza and pop will be available
in the Community Room.
Native Americans in Northeast Ohio
Thursday, February 18 at 6:30 PM
Meghan Reed of the Massillon Museum will
lecture on the history of local American Indian
tribes in this fun and informative program.
Call the library at 330-343-6123 to register.
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The Museum Expo: Museums of Dover
Saturday, March 19 at 1:00 PM
Explore the collections of Dover’s museums as we bring them together
in one eclectic experience at the library. Participants include American
Gas Pump Heaven Museum, the Auman Museum of
Radio and Television, the Famous Endings Museum,
Warther’s Museum, and the J.E.Reeves Victorian
Home and Museum. Special guest Russ
Volkert will give a lecture on Dover
history.
Preservation of Documents and Photographs
Thursday, April 28 at 6:30 PM
Come celebrate National Preservation
Week at Dover Public Library with this
helpful class! Mandy Altimus Pond of the
Massillon Museum will guide us through
preservation processes for paper and
photographic materials, ensuring our
family documents and pictures will be
around for generations to come.
Save the Date: WWII Roundtable
Saturday, May 21 at 10:00 AM
The Dover Public Library would like to invite
community members who served our country
during World War II to come to the library and
share their stories with us at this Memorial Day
Celebration. Call the library at 330-343-6123 for
more information or to join our panel discussion.
Stay tuned for more details!
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Tuesday Night Tech Classes
All classes are held at 6:30 PM in the Technology Room.
Join us for free classes on computer basics, social media, and more
this Spring. Registration is required for all classes. Please call the
Tech Room at 330-343-6123 for more information.
Computer Basics #1: February 2
Do you have little to no computer experience? This
class will cover basics including how to use the mouse
and keyboard and some basic Windows navigation.
Computer Basics #2: February 9
This follow-up class will cover basic Internet safety, surfing the web,
and setting up an email account. You must know how to use a mouse
and keyboard before the class begins.
Computer Basics #3: February 16
Move beyond the basics in this class, which will cover
copy & paste, emailing attachments, and more. You
must know how to use a mouse and keyboard and
access your email account before the class begins.
Computer Basics Q&A: February 23
Bring your questions to this informal session, where we'll cover a
variety of topics based on YOUR needs and interests. Topics
covered may include copy & paste, organizing files and folders, and
more.
Social Media Q&A: March 1
Do you have questions about using social media? Bring
them, along with your devices, to this Q & A round table
session. From Facebook to Pinterest to Snapchat, we'll
answer your questions regarding a variety of social
media platforms and issues.
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Thursday Night Tech Classes
All classes are held at 6:30 PM in the Technology Room.
Join us for these special Thursday night classes to learn more about
Excel, computer security, and Windows 10. Registration is required for
all classes. Please call the Tech Room at 330-343-6123 for more
information.
Excel Basics: March 10
Get started making and using spreadsheets in Microsoft
Excel at this tech class. Learn how to use basic formulas
and how to sort your data. Basic knowledge of computers
is required.
Excel Q&A: March 17
Bring all your Excel and spreadsheet questions to this informal
session, and our instructor will help you find answers.
Computer Security Basics: March 31
Learn basic concepts and best practices of computer
security in this introductory session. A Q&A session will
follow the short presentation on computer and Internet
security.
Windows 10 Part 1: May 12
Curious about the new operating system? This class will provide an
interactive introduction to Windows 10, including basic navigation and
Cortana. You must know how to use a mouse and keyboard before
the class begins.
Windows 10 Part 2: May 19
This follow-up class will cover customizing your Windows
10 experience and some advanced navigation. You must
know how to use a mouse and keyboard before the class
begins.
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One-on-One Training
Whether you need help getting caught up for a class, learning how to
download ebooks to your device, or help with Microsoft Office products,
the Tech Librarians at Dover Public Library are here to help! Simply call
us at 330-343-6123 to set up an appointment and tell us what you’d like
help with. What do you want to learn?
Tech Setup Fair
Saturday, Jan. 9
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Need some help getting
started with new technology? Our
Tech Librarians will be on hand to
help you get up and running.
Tablets, laptops, phones, and
more are welcome for this event.
Call 330-343-6123 for more
information and to register
Minecraft Lock-In
Saturday, Feb. 6
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ages 8-18 are invited to
come to the library for some fun
playing Minecraft! Pizza and pop
will be provided. Registration with
a permission slip is required, and
space is limited. Call 330-3436123 for more information.
Children’s Traveling Tech Lab
Friday, April 15 at 2:30 PM
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eBooks, Movies, Music, and More:
Date
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Digital Collections through
Dover
Public
Library
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Axis 360:
Registration
Registration
Formats: Digital books and audiobooks
Compatible devices: Everything except Kindle
Paperwhite, 1st/2nd Generation Kindles.
App Name: Axis 360 (available for iOS and Android)
Login: Library card number and PIN
Advantages: Only Dover patrons can check out these titles.
Disadvantage: Can’t be used with non-Fire Kindles because books
are in ePub format only.
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Time
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Digital Library:
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Formats: Digital books,
streaming music, and video
Registration
Registration
Compatible devices: Many ebooks will work with
any device (if the Kindle format is available); otherwise,
some restrictions apply.
App Name: Overdrive Media Console
Login: Library card and PIN
Advantages: Huge selection of titles
Disadvantage: Limited checkouts at a time, waiting times similar
to print titles
Kids and their parents are invited to stop by
the Traveling Tech Lab, presented by NEORLS Emerging Technology Librarian Holly
Klingler. After a short presentation, kids will be
encouraged to go hands-on with fun
technology designed to teach children how to code, create, and think
critically. Call 330-343-6123 to register for this fun, hands-on event.
Hoopla:
Formats: Digital music, audiobooks, movies, and TV
Compatible devices: Everything except Kindle
Paperwhite, 1st/2nd Generation Kindles.
App Name: hoopla (available for iOS and Android)
Login: Email and Password after initial setup
Advantages: NO waiting, includes music and video
Disadvantage: Limited checkouts per month, somewhat limited
title selection.
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Art Studio
Jan. 12, March 8, April 12, and
May 10
Each month, learn about a
different art movement then
experiment with different
techniques. Dress like you’ll get
messy and make some art with
us!
Teen Tuesdays
3:00 PM
January 12 - May 10
All events are open to teens in
grades 6-12. Call the library at
330-343-6123 to Register.
News & Updates:
www.facebook.com/
doverpubliclibraryteens
Passport Series
Jan. 19, Feb. 9, March 15, and April 19
Join us for a trip around the world this Spring
with the return of our popular multicultural
events. Travel with us to Greece to learn about
mythology, Italy to discover the Carnevale,
Nicaragua to study a volcano, and St. Lucia to
explore the Caribbean. Learn about different
cultures with games, crafts, and more.
Chinese New Year
Feb. 2
Get ready for the Year of the
Monkey by learning more about
Chinese culture with crafts,
games, and activities.
After-School Movies
Jan. 26, Feb. 23, and March 29
Join us for teen favorites, new
releases and comedies. All
movies will be chosen with the
help of the YA Crew and will be
rated PG-13 or lower. Call the
library at 330-343-6123 for
more information or to
suggest a title.
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Dance Party
Feb. 16
Get ready to Just Dance at this
event inspired by members of the
YA Crew. Play dancing games on
a Wii or make up your own
moves in a dance off! Snacks
will be provided.
Cupcake Decorating
March 22
Practice a few new
decorating tricks and
create a cupcake
masterpiece at this
fun event. All
supplies will be provided by the
library. Non-cupcake snacks will
be also be served.
Tech Jeopardy
March 1
Can you tell which
website is fake? What
is a pixel? Test your
knowledge of
technology and web resources at
this Teen Tech Week event.
Prizes will be rewarded. Snacks
will also be served.
Spa Day
April 5
It’s that time of year again!
Celebrate Spring by being “girly”
with us. Learn nail art tricks,
make bath salts, and more at this
teen favorite
event.
Taco Tuesday
May 3
It’s the library’s first ever Taco
Tuesday event! Come build your
own taco, hang out, and play
games. Please inform the library
of any dietary restrictions when
registering for this
event.
Playing with Money
April 26
Join us for an afternoon of games
like Monopoly, Go for Broke, and
the Game of Life. Play with
money and have fun at the
library! Snacks will
be served.
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The Literary Magazine of Dover High School
& Dover Public Library
Calling all teen artists and writers! This Spring, teens in
grades 6 - 12 are invited to submit their fiction, nonfiction,
poetry, and artwork to be included in the second edition of the library’s
Teen literary magazine, Tornado Alley.
Submission forms will be available beginning January 5 at the library,
Dover High School, and online. Deadline for submissions is February
29. Teens may also apply to be an Editor during this time.
Editors will review the submissions March 1 - 5. Selection will be
finalized by March 19. Tornado Alley will be printed locally and made
available online.
The literary magazine is being funded by a 21st Century Grant with
Dover High School, which supports communities in creating learning
opportunities outside the classroom.
A reception will be held on Saturday, April 30 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
to celebrate the latest edition. This special event will be open to all
patrons and refreshments will be served. Call the library at 330-3436123 for more information.
Make It
Saturday, Jan. 23
from 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Come create something at this
fun new event. We’ll have lots of
arts and crafts supplies available
for you to use. Follow our
instructions or make up your
own! No registration necessary.
Teen Art Show Reception
Saturday, March 5 at 2:00 PM
Our Teen Art Show has been
rescheduled for the spring! Come
celebrate our local teen artists
with us and enjoy
refreshments.
No registration
necessary.
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Dover: Our Story
February 12 through April 14
Do you like making videos and talking to people? Take part in the Dover
Public Library’s first Local History project just for teens, Dover: Our
Story. Make a family tree, conduct interviews with family, friends, and
members of the community, and contribute to the Library’s Local History
Collection.
Each teen participant will be loaned a flip camera and coached in how to
conduct interviews with family, friends, and other members of the
community. Teens will also receive folders to keep their materials safe
throughout the course of the project.
With the YA Crew and the Teen and Local History Librarians all working
together, this is sure to be an exciting project that participants will
remember for years to come.
Contact Liz Strauss or Claire Kandle at 330-343-6123
for more information or to register. Materials will be
available starting February 12 at the YA Crew meeting
or at the Technology Desk.
Dover: Our Story is funded in part by a 21st Century
Grant with Dover High School.
YA Crew
Fridays January 15 and February 12
Thursdays March 10, April 14, and May 12 at 3:00 PM
Join the YA Crew to gain leadership experience and help
the community! This Spring, the YA Crew will discuss future
service projects, teen programs, and the progress of Dover:
Our Story. Contact Liz Strauss at 330-343-6123 for more
information.
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Story & Craft
Times
Wednesdays:
Jan. 20 - March 2
and
March 23 - April 27
Registration begins
January 5
and March 8
Giggle Time
9:30 - 9:50 AM
for Infants through
23 Months and
Parents
Rootin’ Tootin’
Toddler Time
10:00 - 10:20 AM
for 2-3 Year Olds
and Parents
Art Club Wednesdays
Wednesdays 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Jan. 13, Feb, 10, March 9, and April 13
Ages 7 - 12
Each month, learn about a different artist or
technique. Then practice that technique with
your own project. This is a great creative club
for all students, homeschooled or traditional.
Registration Begins January 5
Club is Limited to 25 Children
LEGO Club
Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Jan. 19, Feb. 16, March 15, and April 19
For ages 5 - 12.
Spend an hour building something great from
the Library’s LEGOs or your own. Then share
your unique builds with others! Call 330-3436123 for more information or to
register.
Registration Begins January 5
Preschool Story &
Craft Times
11:00 - 11:45 AM
3-5 Year Olds and
Parents
Treats & Treasures Craft Club
Wednesdays from 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Jan. 20, Feb. 17, March 16, and April 20
For ages 5 - 8
Join Miss Jen each month to make 2 crafts: a
yummy food craft and a fun craft to take
home!
Registration Begins January 5
Club is Limited to 25 Children
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Minecrafternoons
Any Dover Snow Day
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Snow Day Fun
Any Dover Snow Day
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
When school is cancelled, tweens
and teens are invited to come to
the library to play Minecraft and
enjoy free snacks. Open to ages 8
-18.
When school is cancelled, come
to the Children's Department and
have some fun. Learn how to use
the OSMO and play with LEGOs
while you are waiting for your turn
with the iPad.
No Registration Necessary
No Registration Necessary
Frozen Fever Family Party
Saturday, January 16 from 2:00 - 3:30 PM
You are cordially invited to one of the best parties of the
year here at the library. Come help Miss Pat and
Mortimer celebrate winter with fun games like “Catch the
Snowgies” and “Frozen Fever Scavanger Hunt.” We will have stories,
music, games, crafts, refreshments and more. Maybe Anna or Elsa
will show up! For more information or to register call 330-343-6123.
Registration Begins January 5
Space is Limited
‘Tis a Wee Folk Family Party
Saturday, March 12 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM
As part of the library’s Irish celebration, the Children’s
Department is throwing a party for the “wee
folk” (leprechauns). Of course there will be music, stories,
games, crafts and refreshments. Come join the fun! For
more information or to register call 330-343-6123
Registration Begins January 5
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At Grace Lutheran Church:
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216 N. Wooster Ave. in Dover
Come see the Children’s Drama Club perform the Dover Public Library’s
first original play, The Ransom of Prince Mal. Everyone knows Prince
Mal is the most rotten, annoying, terrible, no-good kid in the kingdom.
Everyone, that is, except the gang of thieves who kidnap him for
ransom. Featuring a cast of over twenty talented kids ages 5 - 12, this
comedy is sure to delight friends and family of all ages.
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the short story “The Ransom of Red
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The Peanuts Gang Family Party
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Saturday, April 23 from 2:00 - 3:30 PM
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Good Grief! We are celebrating the
Peanuts gang with a party like no
other. We will play games, read stories,
sing songs, eat stuff and just have a great
fun time. For more information or to
register call
330-343-6123
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A Note from Miss Pat
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It is with great anticipation
and
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heart that I am announcing my retirement as
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Children’s Librarian on February
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Day!
Mortimer (my moose friend) asked me, “What’s
retirement, Miss Pat? Why’s this such a big
deal?”
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you browse around
shelf. You pick it
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up, look at the lovely cover, and open it up. As you sit and read, a
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it down. But then you realize you can
select another book,
and another adventure begins. I’m anticipating many adventures with
family and friends in my retirement.
I’ve loved being the Children’s Librarian at our wonderful library. I’ve
enjoyed meeting and getting to know all our young patrons and their
families. I’ve enjoyed sharing books, story times and programs with
them. I’ll miss working with my wonderful staff and all my great coTitle
workers in other
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Department, in so many ways. And finally I’ll miss my friend Mortimer
the Moose. He and all the children have helped to make me always
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at heart.
But the great thing about retirement is I will be able to enjoy all the
programs and books at the library as a patron. I’m really looking
forward to that!
Registration Begins January 5
- Pat Rombach, Children’s Librarian
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Did You Know?
In 2015, patrons of the Dover Public Library:
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Checked out over 400,000 items - a new library record.
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Downloaded over 12,000 e-books, audiobooks, CDs,
and movies.
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Visited the Library over 140,000 times.
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Asked over 30,000 reference questions of library staff.
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Borrowed nearly 3,000 items from other Ohio libraries.
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Added over 24,000 items to the Library’s collection.
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Attended over 300 programs with an attendance of over
8,000 people.
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Logged on to Internet computers or used the Library’s
WIFI over 25,000 times.
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