Share your original Poetry and Short Stories (with or without illustrations). Entry Form and Contest Rules are available @ www.holmeslibrary.org or visit the Central Library or East Branch Submissions Due April 28 Prizes will be awarded to the top entry in each category, as follows: Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, and adults 18 and older. HCDPL Writing Contest March 3rd - April 28th While the Central Library is closed: The bookmobile will be parked in the Central Library parking lot for browsing and material pick up. WIFI service is always available in the Central Library parking lot. The East Branch offers regular hours of service. As usual, you can check out digital materials (eBooks, Audio, Movies & Music) using the Ohio Digital Library catalog services that are available 24/7 by visiting www.holmeslibrary.org! Sign Language Classes @ the Central Library Join Jessica and Sharon, from the Holmes County Board Developments Disabilities, for this 3-part class, to build on your American Sign Language vocabulary, as well as advance your ASL communication skills. Note - classes are a combination of American Sign Language and Sign Exact English. All ages are welcome and registration is required. Visit the library or call 330-674-5972 to register. Tuesdays @ 5:30 ON March 4th, April 1st & May 6th 3 Classes Available NEWSLETTER Holmes County District Public Library 2025 MARCH APRIL Page 1 Story Times @ the Killbuck Community Library - Tuesdays @ 10:30 AM Ages 2-5 with an adult March - 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th. April - 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, & 29th. East Branch - Wednesdays @ 10:30AM Ages 2-5 with an adult March - 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th. April - 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th. Central Library - Fridays @ 10:30AM Ages 2-5 with an adult March - 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th. April - 4th, 18th, & 25th. Story Times Little Learners Playgroup Fridays @ 11am-12pm-Central Library March - 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th. April - 4th, 18th, & 25th. Up to age 5, with an adult Activities promote reading and social skills Snacks are provided The Central Library will be closed April 7th - 17th for carpet installation. Bookmobile Hours @ the Central Library: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm Saturday 9am-2pm East Branch Hours: Monday & Wednesday 10am-4pm Tuesday & Thursday 2pm-8pm 4877 Olde Pump Street, Walnut Creek Updates will be posted on our Facebook page.
Paws to Read Saturday, April 5th @ 11am-12pm - Central Library Kids are invited to read to a furry friend from Caring Therapy Canines. After School Fun Monday, April 21st @ 4pm-5pm - Central Library Kids K-6th grade are invited to play board games, crafts, and other activities. Snacks will be provided. Mini-Golf Fun Thursday, March 27th @ 1pm-6pm - Central Library Join us for a round of mini-golf at the library! Families navigate through an indoor 9-hole course based on children’s books. Participants must register for tee-off times, beginning at 1pm and last tee-off at 6pm. Kids Craft Night - Under the Sea! Tuesday, April 22nd @ 5:30pm - Central Library Enjoy making a variety of sea crafts! From jellyfish bowls to shark portholes, to a standing octopus! Intended for kids in grades K-5th. Registration is required. Book Discussions for Adults - March 25th at the Central Library 1pm - “Every Note Played” by Lisa Genova. 6pm - “Sea of Tranquility” by Emily St. John Mandel Book Discussions for Adults - April 29th at the Central Library 1pm - “The Night We Lost Him” by Laura Dave. 6pm - “The Backyard Bird Chronicles” by Amy Tan. Books are available at the Central Library Help Desk Kids Craft Night - Dinosaurs! Tuesday, March 18th @ 5:30pm - Central Library Attention all kids that are dinosaur fans! At this program you’ll make a variety of dinosaur-related crafts to take home! Registration is required. After School Fun Monday, March 17th @ 4pm-5pm - Central Library Kids K-6th grade are invited to play board games, crafts, and other activities. Snacks will be provided. Family Movie Matinee Saturday, March 22nd @ 1pm - Central Library We're showing "Moana", rated PG, on the big screen! Bring a comfy chair or blanket, a snack and a drink. Children must be with an adult. National Nutrition Month - with Kate! Thursday, March 6th @ 6pm - Central Library Learn about the impact food has on your health throughout life, with OSU Extension Services Educator Kate Shumaker. Registration is required. KIDS NERF Battle Monday, March 24th @ 1:30, 3:30, & 5:30pm - Central Library Register for a time-slot for various NERF game activities for kids ages 7-12. Bring your blaster and darts (labeled with your name). Permission slips and registration will be required to participate. Page 2 HOLMES COUNTY DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY www.holmeslibrary.org Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Central Library 3102 Glen Drive Millersburg PH: 330-674-5972 FAX: 330-674-1938 9am-7pm 9am-7pm 9am-5pm 9am-7pm 9am-5pm 9am-2pm Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday East Branch 4877 Olde Pump Street Walnut Creek PH: 330-893-3464 10am-4pm 2pm-8pm 10am-4pm 2pm-8pm APRIL MARCH Paws to Read Saturday, March 8th @ 11am-12pm - Central Library Kids are invited to read to a furry friend from Caring Therapy Canines.
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