March - May 2024 - LIMA PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS - 650 W. Market Street Lima, OH 45801 419.228.5113 | www.limalibrary.com Monday - Thursday 9a-8p Friday - Saturday 9a-5p Spring Edition Book
Events for Adults Dungeons and Dragons March 2, April 6, May 4 1p-2:30p@the Teen Spot 3p-4:45p@the Teen Spot Anime & Manga Club First and Third Thursday of every month Auditorium Join us in the Auditorium the first and third Thursday of the month to watch anime, discuss manga, and share recommendations. This program is intended for patrons 14 years and older. Patrons 11 years and older may participate with written consent from their parent/ guardian. Genealogy Anonymous Meeting Room 1 The Last Wednesday of each month@5p Whether you are just starting your journey or an old hand, join us as we discuss tips and tricks to genealogical success. Comic Creators Fourth Wednesday of the month@4p Meeting Room 1 Grab your pencils and paper! Whatever your style or experience, come draw with us and let your creativity flow as we create comics and cartoons. For ages 17+ Cult of Personality: The Peoples Temple Wednesday, April 3@6PM Meeting Room 1 Adults 17 & up Join us as we look at the history of the Peoples Temple cult. See what made Jim Jones irresistible to his followers and how that led to the cult’s downfall. Dydd Gwyl Dewi Hapus! Craft Kit Friday, March 1 Happy St. David’s Day! Celebrate Wales’ national saint’s day by making your own daffodil to wear. Limit two kits per person while supplies last. Lima Writers Saturday, March 2@2p Meeting Room 2 Join your fellow writers to trade tips, get feedback, and discuss topics related to the art and business of writing. This month’s discussion: Self-Editing. Paint Chip Mosaic Craft Kit Monday, March 4th Make a decorative art piece with a few basic supplies. Limit 2 kits per person age 16 and older. Bob Ross Painting Class Saturday, March 9@1p-4p Auditorium Adults 16 & up Get ready to create some happy little memories! Join our instructor and create your own Bob Ross masterpiece. Registration is required and opens March 2. Contact the Ask Here Desk to register. World Dragons Thursday, March 14@6pm Memorial Book Room Are all dragons fire-breathing monsters bent on destruction? Do all cultures see dragons the same way? Come learn more about these fascinating creatures. Eclipse Talk with Lima Astronomical Society March 27@6:30p Auditorium Come learn all the eclipse ins and outs with the Lima Astrological Society Color Yourself Calm: Dragons Friday, March 29 @ noon Memorial Book Room Join us for a selection of adult coloring pages featuring our favorite fire (and water) breathing reptiles. Bring your own coloring tools or use ours. Feel free to bring a snack and drink. Lima Writers Saturday, April 6@2p Meeting Room 2 Join your fellow writers to trade tips, get feedback, and discuss topics related to the art and business of writing. This month’s discussion: Writing a Memoir. Spring Card Craft Kit Make a trio of beautiful spring cards using readily available craft supplies. Limit 2 kits per person, age 16 and up. Kits are available beginning April 10. Special Education: IEPs and 504 April 11 @ 5pm Memorial Book Room What is the difference between an IEP and a 504 Plan? What rights do students and their parents have under each? Jennifer Baumgartner with Allen County ESC will explain them both. Card and Board Game Night Thursday, April 11@6p Auditorium Join us in the auditorium and play some of our card and board games. Bob Ross Painting Class Saturday, April 13@1p-4p Auditorium Adults 16 & up Get ready to create some happy little memories! Join our instructor and create your own Bob Ross masterpiece. Registration is required and opens April 6. Contact the Ask Here Desk to register. Color Yourself Calm: Gardens & Flowers Friday, April 19 Memorial Book Room Join us for a selection of adult coloring pages featuring gardens and flowers. Bring your own coloring tools or use ours. Feel free to bring a snack and drink. Spring Wreath Craft Kit Craft kit Monday, April 22 It’s as easy as 1-2-3 to turn cardstock scraps and paper into a beautiful spring wreath. Pick up a kit to find out how. Limit of 2 per person ages 16 and older. Lima Writers Saturday, May 4@2p Meeting Room 2 Join your fellow writers to trade tips, get feedback, and discuss topics related to the art and business of writing. This month’s discussion: How Important is Grammar? DIY Bracelets Craft Kit Craft Kit Monday, May 6 Bracelets are a simple and beautiful way to show off your unique style. Pick up a kit and arrange some jump rings and charms to make a bracelet as unique as you are. Color Yourself Calm: Patterns Thursday, May 9@12p Memorial Book Room Join us for a selection of calming patterns to color. Bring your own coloring tools or use ours. Feel free to bring a snack and drink. Bob Ross Painting Class Saturday, May 11@1p-4p Auditorium Adults 16 & up Get ready to create some happy little memories! Join our instructor and create your own Bob Ross masterpiece. Registration is required and opens May 4. Contact the Ask Here Desk to register. Paper Poppies Craft Kit Craft Kit Monday, May 20 Memorial Day is May 27. Honor our service members who made the ultimate sacrifice by making and wearing paper poppies. Tech Tutoring Need help learning how to navigate the internet, setting up and using email, or looking to become better acquainted with Microsoft Office? Lima Public Library offers one-on-one Tech Tutoring sessions. Call the Ask Here Desk and set up your session today!
Events for Kids & Family Magnet Play Friday, March 1@10a-4p Stop in and play with magnet activities and toys. Playdoh Party Monday, March 4@5-6:30 Drop in to create with playdoh. For ages 3-12. Preschool Picasso: Splatter Painting Wednesday, March 6@10:30a in Auditorium Make some cool paintings by shaking the paint on. Recommended for ages 2-7. Registration is required. Fidget Fun Saturday, March 9@10a-4p What can you do with different fidget toys? Stop in and see. Mornings with the Maestro Saturday, March 9@10:30a in Auditorium Join us for this opportunity for the whole family to enjoy the classical sounds of the Lima Symphony Orchestra. Free and open to the public. Make Your Own Leprechaun Trap Tuesday, March 12@6p in Auditorium Want to catch a leprechaun on St. Patrick’s Day and enjoy some Lucky Charms? For ages 6-12. Story Time Fridays, March 15-April 26@10:30a Join us to participate in themed stories and activities. Recommended for children birthKindergarten. Library Tea Party Saturday, March 16@11a in Auditorium You are invited to tea at the library. For ages 5-12. Registration is required and begins on March 4. Pushpin Drawing Monday, March 18@5-6:30p Drop in to make a drawing using pushpins. For ages 4-12. Jellybean Bracelet Making Tuesday, March 26@5-7p Celebrate the upcoming Easter by making a jellybean bracelet to wear and eat! For ages 3-12. Stellar Solar Eclipse Story Time Tuesday, April 2@10:30a Join us for a special story time all about the solar eclipse with stories, songs, and more. For ages birth-5. The Eclipse Tuesday-Friday, April 2-5 Get ready for the eclipse with some items to enjoy. While supplies last. Mornings with the Maestro Saturday, April 6@10:30a in Auditorium Join us for this opportunity for the whole family to enjoy the classical sounds of the Lima Symphony Orchestra. Free and open to the public. Root Beer Float Night Tuesday, April 9@6p in Auditorium Join us for some delicious root beer floats! For ages 8-12. Preschool Picasso: Smashed Art Wednesday, April 10@10:30a in Auditorium It’s finger painting with a twist. Recommended for ages 2-7. Registration is required. Bingo for Books: Spring Edition Saturday, April 13@3:30p in Meeting Room 2 Children 2-12 years are welcome to join us for spring picture bingo to win books and prizes. Registration is required. Paint a Galaxy Monday, April 15@5-6:30p Drop in to make a galaxy painting. For ages 3-12. * All programs take place in Youth Services unless otherwise noted. Caregivers should attend programs with child. Paint a Pot (and Herb Planting) Thursday, April 18@6p in Meeting Room 2 To celebrate the beginning of spring, we will be planting herbs and decorating pots. For ages 8-12. Registration is required and begins April 8. National Pretzel Day Friday, April 26@10a-4p Stop in to make things with pretzels for National Pretzel Day. Create Your Own Comic Book Tuesday, April 30@11a-7p Stop in to create your own comic book. We will have templates, story ideas, and supplies for you to develop your comic masterpiece. Recommended for ages 5-12. Preschool Picasso: Flower Art Wednesday, May 1@10:30a in Auditorium Make a spring flower painting using mixed media. Recommended for ages 2-7. Registration is required. Pipe Cleaner Craft Night Tuesday, May 7@5-7p Stop in to try a variety of pipe cleaner activities! Mother’s Day Gift Thursday & Friday, May 9-10@10a-4p Make a small gift for your mother for Mother’s Day. Fork Painting Monday, May 13@5-6:30p Drop in to paint with forks. For ages 3-12. Nature Art Thursday, May 23@6p What better way to enjoy the start of summer than with some nature art! Join us in making clay impressions, and trying smash art, all with nature as our medium! For ages 6-12. Magic Tree House Activity Bag Tuesday-Friday, May 28-31 Are you a Magic Tree House superfan? Pick up your own activity pack at the Youth Services Graphic Novel section, filled with Magic Tree House games, puzzles, and fun! While supplies last. Creative Minds Thursday, May 30@10a-4p Stop in and use your creativity using different crafts and art supplies.
Teen Events Book Clubs Page Turners Book Club books are available for pickup at the library. Happy Bookers A Land Remembered by Patrick Smith Tuesday, March 19@4p Memorial Book Room The Diversity Delusion by Heather Mac Donald Tuesday, April 16@4p Memorial Book Room This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger Tuesday, May 21@4p Memorial Book Room This long-standing book group reads a variety of titles including fiction and non-fiction. All teen events take place in the Teen Spot Lounge unless otherwise noted. Pokémon Tekken Tournament March 5th 6:30-7:45 Teen Spot Are you the best Pokémon trainer ever? Come find out! Origami! March 12th 6:30 –7:45 Teen Spot Join us for some paper folding! Make a crane! Make a frog! So many possibilities! Just Dance Tournament March 19th 6:30 –7:45 Teen Spot Back by popular demand! Dance your way to taking home the prize! Mug Meals March 26th 6:30 –7:45 Teen Spot If you’ve ever wanted to make yourself a snack – a cake, some spaghetti, but didn’t want to make one for everyone, this program’s for you! Learn some easy recipes for meals in a mug! LPL Mug provided! Photo Booth April 2nd 6:30 –7:45 Teen Spot Try on some of our props and take silly photos. Pancake Night April 9th 6:30 –7:45 Teen Spot Another teen request! Pancakes! For dinner! Board Game Zone April 16th 6:30 –7:45 Teen Spot Stop by and play some board games. Classics like Clue and Checkers! Or any other games that catch your eye. Scavenger Hunt April 23rd 6:30 –7:45 Teen Spot Follow the clues to a hidden cache of treasure! Giant Jenga April 30th 6:30 –7:45 Teen Spot Like Jenga but want it to be a little harder? Come play the giant version! Trivia Night May 7th 6:30 –7:45 Teen Spot Join us for trivia night and try to earn the top prize! Movie Night (movie TBD) May 14th 6:00 – 7:45 Teen Spot Join us for a movie night! With popcorn! *Note that we will be starting a little early tonight so we will have time to watch the whole movie! Comic Book Magnets May 21st 6:30-7:45 Teen Spot Create your own magnets from comic book panels. Jack Box Games May 28th 6:30 –7:45 Teen Spot Let’s play Jack Box games! You gonna laugh until your sides hurt? Possibly. This book group reads a variety of titles and has two different meeting times to choose from. Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister Wednesday, March 20@1p or 5p Auditorium The Hexologists by Josiah Bancroft Wednesday, April 17@1p or 5p Auditorium American Girl by Wendy Walker Wednesday, May 15@1p or 5p Auditorium Voices Lady Tan’s Circle of Women Gender Outlaws Never Whistle at Night A NEW book club celebrating multiculturalism and diversity. Saturday, March 30@11a Memorial Book Room by Lisa See Saturday, April 20@11a Memorial Book Room by Kate Bornstein & S. Bear Bergman Saturday, May 11@11a Memorial Book Room by Stephen Graham Jones, Shane Hawk & Theodore C. Van Alst Jr.
Branch Events Cairo Eclipse Extravaganza Monday, March 4@5p Michael Richie from the Schoonover Observatory will be here to explain all things Eclipse related. This is open to all ages. Storytime Wednesday, March 13@11:30a Wednesday, March 27@11:30a Join us for stories, crafts and fun. All ages are welcome. Space Coasters Thursday, March 21@5p We will be making drink coasters with a spacey look. Open to adults and teens BINGO! Tuesday, March 26 @2p Join us on a cold winter afternoon for a free game of BINGO and win fun prizes! Johnny Appleseed: Eclipse Recap Wednesday, April 10@11:30a Johnny Appleseed Park District Naturalist will be here to talk about the Eclipse we just saw. Open to all ages. Storytime Wednesday, April 24@11:30a Join us for stories, crafts and fun. All ages are welcome. Star Wars Craft Day! Thursday, May 2 Prepare for Star Wars Day. We will have crafts all day to make so you are ready for MAY THE FOURTH! Adult Crafting Monday, May 6@2p Stop in and pick up your “Take and Make” craft bag. Storytime Wednesday, May 8@11:30a Wednesday, May 22@11:30a Join us for stories, crafts and fun surprises. All ages are welcome. Elida Kids Take & Make March, April, and May Free take and make craft kits for kids, while supplies last. Teen DIY Craft kits are available at the beginning of each month, while supplies last. March- Pop Up Leprechaun April- Happy Spring Sign May- Bird Gliders Card Making Adults are invited to learn card making with Tina Hamp. Registration is required. Monday, March 25 @ 4p Monday, April 22 @ 4p Monday, May 20 @ 4p Johnny Appleseed Reptiles Thursday, March 14@Noon Kids are invited to join us to learn about and meet some reptiles. Registration is required. Story Time with Max Wednesday, March 20@Noon Kids enjoy story time with Max the therapy dog. Registration is required. Solar Eclipse Story Time Thursday, April 4@Noon Families are invited to listen to stories, color their own eclipse glasses, and enjoy snacks. Registration is required Music Story Time Thursday, May 9@noon Kids come in and listen to stories and play some musical instruments. Then bring the whole family to our Symphony Story Time the following Tuesday. Registration is required. Symphony Story Time Tuesday, May 14@10:30a Lydia from the Lima Symphony will be in with a nature themed program. Registration is required. Reading Between the Spines Book Club Join us for a fun book discussion! The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf Tuesday, March 26@5:30p The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah Tuesday, April 23@5:30p The Stillwater Girls by Minka Kent Tuesday, May 28@5:30p Reading Café Book Club Join us on the 2nd Wednesday for a book discussion. The Women by Kristin Hannah Wednesday, March 13@3p Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson Wednesday, April 10@3p These Silent Woods by Kimi Cunningham Grant Wednesday, May 8@3p
Lafayette Spencerville Adult & Teen Take & Make Kits Drop in at the beginning of each month and pick up a craft kit. March: Fleece Easter Pillow April: Beaded Pen Kit May: Felt Succulents Mystery Take and Make March 1st-30th For the month of March, stop in and grab a mystery kit from the library. All ages are welcome, while supplies last. Kids Eclipse Take and Make April 2nd-5th Experience the Eclipse on the 8th with special sunglasses and a coloring workbook! While supplies last. Kids Take and Make March 1, April 2, May 1 Drop in on the first Tuesday of the month to grab a craft kit to go. While supplies last. Teen & Adult Craft Day Tuesday, March 19, April 23, & May 21 Stop in at any point in the day to make a craft at the library. Supplies provided, new craft every month. While supplies last. Oculus by Appointment Call us and set up an appointment to use our Oculus Quest! Ages 12 and up are invited to make an hour-long appointment. Kids Story Time Wednesday, March 13, April 17, & May 15@11a Join us for stories, crafts and a snack. All ages are welcome. Open Play Friday, March 29, April 26, & May 31 from 10a-2p Toys, games and coloring will be set out at the library, and kids who come in can get a prize from the treasure chest! Parents must stay to supervise. Teen & Adult Open Game Day Wednesday, April 10 Stop in and play with other patrons using the board games we have sitting out for the day. Star Wars Day May 1st-3rd To celebrate Star Wars Day on the 4th of May, come in and pick up a Star Wars coloring page and quiz. May The Fourth Be with You! World Plant a Vegetable Garden Day May 21st-24th To celebrate World Plant a Vegetable Garden Day, stop in to get a free seed packet for you or the gardener in your life. While supplies last. All Ages LEGO Contest March 1st- 29th Stop in and use the library’s LEGO to build your own creation and apply to win a LEGO set. Voting will go from March 30th-April 12th. Ages 6 and up are encouraged to participate. Story Time Friday, March 1@10:30a Bring your favorite stuffed animal and join us for a Stuffed Animal Birthday Party. Adult Bingo Wednesday, March 6@3:30p Have a free afternoon? Join the library for a few rounds of bingo and awesome prizes. iGen Wednesday, March 13@3p Teens can visit after school, have a snack, and make some string art designs. Free Time Friday Friday, March 15@10:30a Kids 5 and under can join us for free play with Magna Tiles. Beyond the Books Tuesday, March 19@5p An introduction to stained glass will be held. Come and learn all about it. For adults only. Solar Eclipse Kits to Go Monday, March 25 Stop by the library and pick up a Solar Eclipse take home kit while supplies last. Kits include activity pages, decorative eclipse glasses, and galaxy slime. iGen Wednesday, March 27@3p Teens are welcome after school to play with our VR Headset and make Perler Bead creations. Story Time Friday, April 5@10:30a Join us for a Springy story time about rabbits and chicks. iGen Wednesday, April 10@3p Teens can visit after school and make their own Bob Ross painting. Free Time Friday Friday, April 19@10:30a Join us for free play with Duplo Legos. Beyond the Books Tuesday, April 23@5p Bring a friend and learn how to make mosaics. iGen Wednesday, April 24@3p Teens are invited to play with our VR Headset and make Perler Bead creations after school. Take & Make Kits Monday, May 6 Stop by and pick up a Mother’s Day craft kit to take home and make. For all ages. iGen Wednesday, May 15@3p Teens can visit after school, have a snack, and make a mystery craft. 2nd Wednesday Book Club Join us on the 2nd Wednesday of each month for a book chat.. The Last One by Will Dean Wednesday, March 13@10:30a Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt Wednesday, April 10@10:30a Someone We Know by Shari Lapena Wednesday, May 8@10:30a
Main Library 650 W. Market Street Lima, OH 45801 419.228.5113 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Cairo Branch 108 Everett Drive Cairo, OH 45820 419.641.7744 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Elida Branch 500 E. Kiracofe Avenue Elida, OH 45807 419.339.6097 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 9a-8p 9a-8p 9a-8p 9a-8p 9a-5p 9a-5p 10a-7p 10a-7p 10a-7p 10a-7p 10a-2p 10a-2p 10a-7p 10a-7p 10a-7p 10a-7p 10a-2p 10a-2p Spencerville Branch 2489 Wisher Dr. Spencerville, OH 45887 419.647.4307 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Lafayette Branch 225 E. Sugar Street Lafayette, OH 45854 567.712.5276 Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 12p-7p 10a-5p 10a-5p 10a-2p 10a-7p 10a-7p 10a-7p 10a-7p 10a-2p 10a-2p Digital Services Always available at www.limalibrary.com/digital Borrow movies, movies, music and more from the comfort of your home. Join our social networks! Eclipse Glasses Available! • Glasses will be available starting March 4, 2024 • 2 glasses per person • A fixed amount of glasses will be available the weeks of: March 4 | March 11 | March 18 | March 25 | April 1 • Updated availability of glasses for each week can be found on our website or Facebook page • Priority will be given to eclipse related programs so that each attendee can recieve one (1) pair of glasses • Eclipse Programs are noted in blue throughout the Book Nook Allen County is set to experience a total eclipse on Monday, April 8th 2024 between 1:54p and 4:26p, with an expected almost four minutes of totality at 3:11p. With the help of the Lima Library Association the Library has purchased Eclipse Glasses to distribute to the public. A few things to note:
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