McKinley Memorial Library announces summer reading, lawn concerts. Programs occur at the McKinley Memorial Library (40 N. Main St., Niles 44446) and the McKinley Birthplace Home, 40 S. Main St., Niles 44446. Call 330-652-1704 or visit www.mckinley.lib.oh.us… for more information.
Summer reading programs & June events
Summer Reading Oceans of Possibilities. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mckinley.lib.oh.us…. Readers and listeners of all ages are encouraged to participate in summer reading. Participate on paper or online using Beanstack. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For more information, visit www.mcklib.org… Saturday, June 4-Saturday, July 30.
Summer Reading Kickoff: Oceans of Fun Magic Show presented by Jim Kleefeld. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704, ext. 3. The magic show “Oceans of Fun” will be presented by Jim Kleefeld. In case of rain, the event will be held in the National McKinley Birthplace Museum. 2-3 p.m., Saturday, June 4.
2022 GeoClash: a Geocaching Event. Join treasure hunters all over Trumbull County by enjoying special events and finding these mysterious GPS locations – free and hosted by the Ohio Geocaching Association. Register at ohgeo.org…. June 8-12.
Wondrous Wednesdays. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Families are invited to join the Library for weekly programs. Events scheduled to take place on the grounds of the McKinley Memorial Library, but will move to the National McKinley Birthplace Museum in case of rain. June events: “The Wonderful World of Bubbles.” Presented by Zap Entertainment (inside the National McKinley Birthplace Museum): 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 8; “Think Blue, Go Green!” Presented by the Trumbull County Soil and Water Conservation. 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 15; “Beach Blanket Bingo.” 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 22; “Oceans of Possibilities” with author/storyteller Lindsay Bonilla. 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 29.
First Lady Ida McKinley’s 175th Birthday Celebration. McKinley Birthplace Home, 40 S. Main St., Niles 44446. Learn about William and Ida McKinley, have a cupcake and lemonade, and participate in a scavenger hunt for the chance to win a prize. If unvaccinated, wear a mask. Noon-4 p.m., Saturday, June 11.
The Mahoning River: Past, Present, and Future. McKinley Birthplace Home, 40 S. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Felicia Armstrong and Colleen McLean from the Friends of the Mahoning River will discuss the river’s history, including its importance to industry and use as a shipping corridor. They will also discuss pollution and past and current conditions, including ways to get involved. Call to register for the in-person event at the McKinley Birthplace Home. If unvaccinated, wear a mask. To register for the virtual event on Zoom, visit www.mcklib.org… 2-3 p.m., Saturday, June 25.
Oceans of Possibilities Art Contest. On Facebook. To find out more, visit www.mcklib.org… Create an artwork that’s directly or loosely related to this year’s Summer Reading theme: “Oceans of Possibilities.” Submit a photo of your entry online from July 1–19 for the chance to win a $25 gift card for Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio. Entries will be posted on our Facebook page on July 21, and each reaction (“like,” “love,” etc.) counts as a vote through July 28. Winners will be announced on Saturday, July 30. Friday, July 1–Saturday, July 30 on Facebook.
Seashell Painting. Paint a seashell that you could enter into this year’s art contest. Shells will need to be picked up at a later date to allow time for drying. 3:30-4:30 p.m., Thursday, June 23; “Slime & Anime.” Watch the first few episodes of anime “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” while making your own slime version of main character Rimuru to take home. 3:30-4:30 p.m., Thursday, June 30.
Pet Food and Toy Drive. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mckinley.lib.oh.us…. The Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County is in need of the following items: Pedigree dry dog or puppy food; Purina dry kitten food; canned cat or dog food; cat or dog toys (no rope toys or catnip); medium and small nylon dog collars and bags of timothy hay for small pets. Donations may be dropped off at the library or Animal Welfare League. Make sure all donations are unopened and unexpired. Friday, July 1–Saturday, July 30.
One-on-One Technology Help in the Library. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704, ext. 3. www.mckinley.lib.oh.us…. Looking for help with your phone, tablet or laptop? Not sure how to set up an email address? Need a crash course in Libby or Hoopla? Sign up for a Technology Help appointment in the library. Appointments last 45 minutes. If unvaccinated, wear a mask. Call to make an appointment. Tuesdays: 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Summer Reading Finale: Outback Ray’s Amazing Animal Show. McKinley Memorial Library Grounds, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704, ext. 3.
A fun and hands-on event for kids of all ages. See captive-born exotic animals up close and personal with Outback Ray as he presents his animal show. In case of rain, the event moves to the National McKinley Birthplace Museum. 2-3 p.m., Saturday, July 30.
Music on the Lawn concerts
Music on the Lawn. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mckinley.lib.oh.us…. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and join the Library on the grounds of the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial. 6:30-8 p.m. on select Thursdays.
Music on the Lawn: Strawberry Festival with the Girard Swing Band. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mckinley.lib.oh.us…. The Rotary Club of Niles will be selling fresh strawberry sundaes and strawberry shortcakes, beginning at 6 p.m. Proceeds support the Club’s Scholarship Program for Niles McKinley High School. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Niles. 6 p.m., Thursday, June 9.
Music on the Lawn: John Reese Project. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mckinley.lib.oh.us… by the Bauman Estate. Jazz, oldies and Motown. 6:30-8 p.m. on select Thursdays. June 16.
Music on the Lawn: Cortland Community Band. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mckinley.lib.oh.us… by the Steib Family. Show tunes and Big Band music. 6:30-8 p.m. on select Thursdays. Thursday, June 23.
Music on the Lawn: Random Strangers. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mckinley.lib.oh.us…. Country-western music. Sponsored by the Bauman Estate. 6:30-8 p.m. on select Thursdays. Thursday, July 7.
Music on the Lawn: Full House Band. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mckinley.lib.oh.us…. Harmony-driven, acoustic-based sixties and seventies variety. Sponsored by the Bauman Estate. 6:30-8 p.m. on select Thursdays. Thursday, July 21.
Friends of the Library Annual Picnic with Cin City & The Saints. McKinley Memorial Library, 40 N. Main St., Niles 44446. 330-652-1704. www.mckinley.lib.oh.us…. Classic Rock/Motown/Oldies. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Join the Friends of the Library for food, basket raffles, music and fun. 5 p.m. Thursday, July 28.
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