Soar into Spring: Kids Programs, Teen Programs, and a Poetry Workshop at Stark County District Library

Did you know the Stark County District Library is More Than Books? You can now read many popular magazines for free online with your computer or internet-enabled mobile device with the library and Zinio. The library currently subscribes to over 100 great magazines—from gardening magazines, to outdoors and sports, parenting magazines, business and money, crafting and D.I.Y.-- something for everyone. You can view the complete list here. With Zinio, you get the complete magazine: articles, photos, advertisements, and a few useful interactive features. The only thing they haven’t figured out (yet) is how to include the scented perfume and cologne samples. The library’s subscription to Zinio is a nice service that puts these publications at your fingertips anytime, anywhere, without late fines or due dates. Check out Zinio and get started here.

As always, each program listed below is linked to the Stark County District Library Events calendar, where you'll get more information about the program (such as the time the event is offered), and have the opportunity to register online or by phone to attend.

Wednesday, April 24 brings the Teen Book Café to DeHoff Memorial Branch. Get a jump on your summer reading with an exclusive look at the hottest new books for teens.

British Social Club, a group for teens, meets on Wednesday, April 24 at Main Library. Get together with other teens who are into Doctor Who, Sherlock Holmes, Monty Python, and other things British.

East Canton Branch hosts an After School Program for teens on Tuesdays and Thursdays--ongoing until May 16. Stop in this week and for homework help, or just to blow off steam during the final weeks of school with crafts, game tournaments, and more.

Wednesday, April 24 is also Kids Night Out: Microwaveable Snacks, at Plain Community Branch. Grades K-5 can learn how to whip up some fast, easy, and tasty treats using the microwave, while also sharpening their math and literacy skills in the kitchen. It’s win-win.

Adults can have fun with a literary round of bingo at Book Bingo Blowout on Thursday, April 25 at Perry Sippo Branch. Win great books in this twist on the beloved game.

Families can help us Soar Into Spring on Saturday, April 27 at Plain Community Branch. We’re celebrating the return of lighter, warmer, longer days with a colorful balloon festival. We’ll share balloon crafts, treats, and activities to sweep you up, up, and away into spring.

Poet Regis McCafferty returns to Main Library on Saturday, April 27 to present a Poetry Workshop for Adults. Learn how to express your ideas with grace, lyricism, and energy through poetry in this popular workshop. If you’re already a writer, bring examples of your poems to present and critique.

Coming up in May, Stark County District Library will be hosting two Plant Swaps: one at Lake Community Branch (this is the 6^th Annual Plant Swap) on Saturday, May 4, and one at Sandy Valley Branch on May 20. Get together with other local gardeners and share tips and advice while you trade amongst each other for new and unique plants to brighten your spring and summer. Plants should be healthy, of course.

There are many other excellent events planned at a branch of the Stark County District Library near you, including children's story times, book groups for adults, computer classes, classes that will assist you with your eReader, programs for teens, and much more. For a full listing of events and programs, check www.StarkLibrary.org/eventscalendar and find something that enriches and inspires you today.