July 2018 A m o n t h l y p u b l i c a t i o n o f y o u r M u s k i n g u m C o u n t y L i b r a r y S y s t e m Ironwood Wolves presents Wild Canids of North America Auditorium Wednesday, July 11, 2018 @ 10:30 a.m. Summer Readers will get to learn all about wolves, foxes, and coyotes at this awesome, free Summer Experience program. You ll even have the chance to meet some furry friends! Register online at muskingumlibrary.org or by contacting the Youth Services Desk at 740.453.0391, ext. 115. 220 N. 5th St., Zanesville, 453.0391 Dresden Branch Library 816 Main St., Dresden, 754.1003 Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library 222 Main St., Duncan Falls, 674.7100 New Concord Branch Library 77 W. Main St., New Concord, 826.4184 Roseville Branch Library 41 N. Main St., Roseville, 697.0237 South Branch Library 2530 Maysville Pike, Zanesville, 454.1511 Mon-Thu: 9:30 am - 8 pm Fri & Sat: 9:30 am - 6 pm Sun: 1-5 pm (Sep-May) Branch Libraries Mon-Thu: 9:30 am - 8 pm Fri: 9:30 am - 6 pm Sat: 10 am - 2 pm visit us online @ www.muskingumlibrary.org
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DISCOVER @ your branch libraries Dresden Branch Library Duncan Falls/Philo Branch Library Summer Experience Program Meet the Dresden Fire Department Tuesday, July 10 @ 6:00 p.m. Painted Rocks Friday, July 13 @ 3:00 p.m. Rock on teens! Join us at the Dresden Branch Library to design and paint your own rocks. All materials will be supplied for this fun craft program. Keep your rocks or give them to friends, or family, or squirrels. It s up to you! Wine Glass Painting Craft Tuesday, July 24 @ 6:00 p.m. Area adults are invited for a fun and crafty evening as we transform wine glasses into works of art. All materials will be provided. Adult Coloring Friday, July 27 @ 3:00 p.m. Join your friends at the Dresden Branch Library for a relaxing afternoon of coloring and conversation. You are welcome to bring your own art supplies or use those provided. We hope to see you there! Summer Experience Programs Mr. Pickles Tuesday, July 3 @ 6:00 p.m. Meet the Wayne Township Fire Department Tuesday, July 10 @ 6:00 p.m. Doodlebug Club ~ Craft Exchange Monday, July 9 @ 4:30 p.m. At this session, participants are asked to bring in their favorite craft books for a pattern swap. This is a great opportunity to meet other crafters and build your collection of patterns. Genealogy Workshop with Debbie Deal Monday, July 9 @ 6:00 p.m. Debbie will discuss the use of special censuses such as agricultural, mortality, DDD, and industrial, to aid in your family search. or by calling 754.1003 Summer Story Times @ the branches Children will enjoy these fun, high-energy story times designed to amuse and educate. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact the location you re interested in attending to reserve your spot. Dresden: Monday, July 2 @ 2:00 p.m. New Concord: Tuesday, July 10 @ 2:00 p.m. Roseville: Thursday, July 5 @ 2:00 p.m. South: Friday, July 13 @ 2:00 p.m. 3 Virtual Reality Friday, July 13 @ 3:00-5:00 p.m. Teens are invited to experience cool virtual reality when David Booth of VR Now stops by the library. This unique experience will blow you away! Book Discussion The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See Monday, July 30 @ 4:30 p.m. Join us for a discussion of this powerful story about a family, which paints an unforgettable portrait of a little known region and its people. Registered participants will be loaned a copy of the book. or by calling 674.7100
EXPERIENCE @ your branch libraries New Concord Branch Library Roseville Branch Library Summer Experience Programs Rock with Pottery Thursday, July 5 @ 1:00 p.m. Fun in the Sun Thursday, July 12 @ 1:00 p.m. Summer Experience Programs Mr. Pickles! Tuesday, July 3 @ 11:00 a.m. Drones and Water Fun Tuesday, July 10 @ 11:00 a.m. Book Discussion The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion Wednesday, July 11 @ 5:30 p.m. A brilliant yet socially inept genetics professor designs The Wife Project, a 16 page questionnaire for potential partners. He never counted on Rosie. Registered participants will be loaned a copy of the book. Rocket Launch Friday, July 13 @ 2:00 p.m. Teen summer readers can pick up a rocket at the New Concord Branch Library beginning July 5, decorate it, then join us July 13 for the big launch. Local Boy Scouts will be assisting and light refreshments will be available. Essential Oils Wednesday, July 25 @ 6:00 p.m. Jamie Ritchey will present this two part program highlighting doterra essential oils and their amazing effects. Join us! Angel Ornament Craft Thursday, July 5 @ 6:00 p.m. Celebrate Christmas in July with this fun, free craft program! All materials will be provided. Color Me Happy Thursday, July 12 @ 3:00 p.m. Come de-stress with us as we enjoy an afternoon of coloring and conversation. Pizza Party Thursday, July 12 @ 6:00 p.m. Teen summer readers can celebrate their Summer Experience successes with pizza and pop. three wishes Book Discussion Three Wishes by Liane Moriarty Thursday, July 26 @ 5:00 p.m. Whenever the Kettle triplets are together, laughter, drama, and mayhem seem to follow. But apart, each is her very own woman, dealing with her own share of ups and downs. Registered participants will be loaned a copy of the book. or by calling 826.4184 4 or by calling 697.0237
South Branch Library Summer Experience Program K-9 Panzer and Deputy Josh Whiteman Wednesday, July 11 @ 11:00 a.m. Adult Coloring Monday, July 2 @ 5:00 p.m. Join your South Branch friends for some relaxing coloring time. All materials will be provided. Book Swap Wednesday, July 11 @ 4:00 p.m. Teen summer readers are invited to bring gently used books to trade with other teens. Book Discussion Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate Tuesday, July 17 @ 5:00 p.m. This terrible tale, based on true events, tracks a group of siblings kidnapped and sold in illegal adoptions by the Tennessee Children s Home Society. Participants will be loaned a copy of the book. Summer Experience Programs Mr. Pickles Tuesday, July 10 @ 10:30 a.m. Ironwood Wolves Wednesday, July 11 @ 10:30 a.m. Summer Story Times Thursdays, July 5 & 12 @ 10:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. Children ages 2 to 7 will enjoy these fun, high-energy story times designed just for them. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The program at 10:30 a.m. is repeated at 1:00 p.m. No reservations required. D.I.Y. Beach Hats Monday, July 2 @ 2:00 p.m. Kids ages 5-10 are invited to decorate soft canvas hats perfect for the pool - or anywhere! When reserving a spot online, you need only reserve one spot for your child. Animal Shelter Donations throughout July The South Branch Library will be collecting items for the animal shelter throughout the month of July. Contact the library for a needed items list. or by calling 454.1511 Story Time on the Lorena with Mr. Andy Monday, July 9 @ 2:00 p.m. All aboard! Make plans to join Mr. Andy on the Lorena for a special pirate themed story time. All children riding that day will receive a coupon for a free book from the Muskingum County Library System! Purchase your tickets at the Welcome Center, 205 N. Fifth Street, Zanesville, and look for Mr. Andy on the Lorena again on July 18th and on August 8th. 5 Family Movie A Wrinkle in Time Saturday, July 7 @ 2:00 p.m. School-age children and their families are invited to reserve their spots for this special interactive screening of the 2018 film based on the classic children s book. Some interactive materials will be available to the first 20 registrants. Build a Birdhouse Monday, July 9 @ 3:30 p.m. 2nd through 6th graders will learn about engineering when they construct their own birdhouse and feeder for a feathered friend to enjoy. All materials will be provided for this terrific free program. or by calling 453.0391, ext. 115
D.I.Y. Succulents Wednesday, July 11 @ 2:00 p.m. Kids ages 8 and up will love this fun craft program where we will be painting flower pots and then planting succulents in them. The best part is you get to take it home! All materials will be provided, and please dress for a mess. Baby Playdate Monday, July 16 @ 10:30 a.m. Babies under 24 months old and their caregivers are invited to a marvelous playdate at John McIntire Library featuring toys, books, songs, and more. Spy Training Academy Tuesday, July 31 @ 4:00 p.m. Kids ages 7-10 are invited to learn the basics of espionage including code-breaking techniques, spy science, and navigating a laser obstacle course. Are you ready, Agent? D.I.Y. Science Experiments Tuesday, July 17 @ 3:00 p.m. This special science program for 2nd through 6th graders will show you how to wow your friends with science experiments that look like magic! Stacking Cups Tournament Saturday, July 21 @ 2:00 p.m. In this team challenge, kids ages 5-10 can show off their cup stacking skills with a series of cool challenges. Winners will receive prizes! Teams must consist of at least two children. Game on! or by calling 453.0391, ext. 115. Music Inspired Art Thursday, July 5 @ 2:00 p.m. Teens are welcome to express their creative side at this fun program where we will listen to music for inspiration and then create works of art. A variety of art supplies will be provided and participants are encouraged to think outside the box. BLITS! Party Thursday, July 12, 1:30 p.m. Wrap up your successful Summer Experience with pizza and games at BLITS! Pizza and tokens will be provided and teens are encouraged to bring their own money if they want extra. 5th graders are also welcome to attend! Spots are limited, so register today! Lunch & Learn Program Ian Adams and Ohio Photography Wednesday, July 18 @ 12:00 p.m. Ian Adams will present his slide program based on his book, Ohio in Photographs, which showcases the beauty and history of the Buckeye State. Ages 18 and older please. Boxed lunches will be available beginning at 11:30 a.m. Registration is required. Fairy Gardens Saturday, July 14 @ 1:00-3:00 p.m. Join the amazing Angel Mack of the Muskingum Valley Park District for a program on creating your own fairy garden. We will meet at the volunteer building at Mission Oaks Gardens. Space is limited and registration is required. or by calling 453.0391, ext. 116 6 Fiction Readers Book Discussion Skype Visit with Author Sally Hepworth Tuesday, July 24 @ 6:30 p.m. Join us for this special Skype visit with Australian author Sally Hepworth to discuss her latest book, The Family Next Door, which is at once a moving portrait of family drama and a compelling suburban mystery. Registered participants will be loaned a copy of the book.
Enliven A Library David Bruce Bestow A Book Julie Link In Honor of Brooke Anderson Andrea Salahub In Honor of Brooke Anderson In Honor of Jack and Pat Boyd s 50th Wedding Anniversary Congratulations If you would like to recommend an associate for an Exceptional Library Experience, forward your commendation to the Muskingum County Library System, Attn: Jennifer Spillman, 220 N. Fifth St., Zanesville, Ohio 43701. Service Anniversaries July 2018 Toni McCowan 1 yr Lynn Mercer 38 yrs Carmaline Sturtz 38 yrs Renee Spiker In Honor of Brooke Anderson Zanesville Authors Club In Memory of Kathy Crocker In Memory of Charles Moretz Tools for School July 5-26, 2018 Your Muskingum County Library System and the Eastside Community Ministry are again partnering on the Ministry s Tools for School program. John McIntire Library will have lists of the needed items and will serve as a collection point for donated materials. Contact Eastside at 740.452.7519 for more information or to volunteer to help pack the 1,000 backpacks they hope to provide this year. Your MCLS is proud to present Books with Badges, a reading program dedicated to building positive associations and a relationship of trust between youth and local law enforcement. Children in grades K-5 are invited to listen to stories read by local law enforcement, fire, or EMS personnel on the following days: Monday, July 23rd New Concord Branch Library - 11:00-11:45 a.m. Dresden Branch Library - 12:30-1:15 p.m. * - 1:45-2:30 p.m. *reserve your spot online at muskingumlibrary.org or by contacting Youth Services @ 740.453.0391, ext. 115. Monday, July 30th Duncan Falls Branch Library - 11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m. South Branch Library - 12:30-1:15 p.m. Roseville Branch Library - 1:45-2:30 p.m. 7
220 N. Fifth Street Zanesville, OH 43701 Non Profit Org. U. S. Postage P A I D Permit No. 774 Zanesville, OH Change Service Requested 3-D Printing 3-D printing is here! Check out all that this amazing technology can do at these free classes we are planning at. Basics of 3-D Printing Thursday, July 12 @ 5:00 p.m. More Basics of 3-D Printing Thursday, July 26 @ 5:00 p.m. Register for these free classes online at muskingumlibrary.org. Contact the Technology Department for more information at 740.453.0391, ext. 150. Our technology team will also be traveling to our branch locations throughout July to give patrons a close-up look at how 3-D printers function. Stop by and see for yourself! New Concord Branch Library Tuesday, July 3, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Dresden Branch Library Tuesday, July 10, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Duncan Falls Branch Library Tuesday, July 17, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Roseville Branch Library Tuesday, July 17, 3:30-5:30 p.m. South Branch Library Tuesday, July 24, 3:30-5:30 p.m. CREATE MEMORIES @ the LIBRARY