Trivia Time: Trivial Pursuit® Saturday, November 8, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home How well do you know the classic game Trivial Pursuit ®? Test your knowledge with 4 rounds of 7 questions from the game categories: Geography, Entertainment, History, Art & Literature, Science & Nature, and Sports & Leisure. Participants ages 12 and up can register individually or as a team. Maximum of 6 people per team. Individual participants can form a team. Clever but appropriate team names are encouraged. Answers will be submitted on paper. Small prizes will be awarded to the top trivia teams. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. 6th Annual Halloween Party & Pumpkin Walk Saturday, October 18, 5–7:30 p.m. at the Library and the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum Join us for an evening of family-friendly fun! Enjoy the pumpkin walk, along with cider and cookies, on the memorial grounds. Spooky stories and activities will take place in the library. Trick-or-treating will take place in the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and local organizations and businesses. DIY Tissue Paper Fall Ornaments Tuesday, October 14, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Decorate your own wooden pumpkin or leaf ornament with colorful tissue paper squares. All supplies will be provided. Ages 12 and up. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center (JACBCC) Mobile Mammography Van Thursday, November 20, 11:45 a.m.–1:45 p.m. in the McKinley Birthplace Home Parking Lot Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women in the U.S., and regular screenings (mammograms) are an essential component of catching cancer early. Equipped with high-quality technology and equipment and staffed by certified radiologists, the JACBCC Mobile Mammography Van offers potentially life-saving screening services close to home. Limited appointments are available on a first-come-first-served basis. A scheduled appointment is required. To make an appointment, please call 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale in the Auditorium of the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum Preview Sale: Tuesday, October 7 5–7 p.m. (Friends Members Only) ►Memberships Sold at the Door ◄ For more information, visit www.mcklib.org/Friends Wednesday, October 8 – Saturday, October 11 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Sunday, October 12 1–3 p.m. (Bag Sale) Cemetery Walk Saturday, September 6, 2–3 p.m. at St. Stephen Cemetery in Niles McKinley Memorial Library representatives will guide a walking tour of St. Stephen Cemetery in Niles while highlighting the stories of several Niles individuals. ►Tour lasts approximately one hour. ►Participants should wear comfortable clothing and shoes. ►This program is FREE to the public! If inclement weather occurs, the program will be canceled with no rain date. 2025 FALL @McKinleyMemorialLibrary McKinleyMemorialLibrary November October September 40 North Main Street, Niles, OH 44446 • www.mcklib.org • 330-652-1704
Moby Dick: A Tale of Nationalism, Imperialism, and Industrialization Saturday, September 20, 2–3:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Join historian and Director of the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum Belinda Weiss as she discusses Herman Melville's novel Moby Dick and his interpretation of nationalism, imperialism, and industrialization through the use of his characters, setting, and storyline. Call to register. Essential Oil Cold Buster Class Tuesday, September 23, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home It’s that time of year! Janet Agueda of Making Scents Studio will discuss essential oils that may help soothe you. Create an essential oil roller bottle to take home. This class will not provide medical advice. Call to register. Insights Into the Unknown Wednesday, October 8, 6–7:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Embark on an extraordinary journey into the realm of ghosts, spirits, and hauntings with acclaimed speaker, author, and paranormal investigator Greg Feketik. Drawing from his captivating books, Insights into the Unknown and Roads into the Unknown, Greg invites you to explore some of the most chillingly haunted locations he has investigated throughout his decades-long career. His fascinating insights and firsthand accounts beg the question: Are ghosts and spirits really among us in our homes, workplaces, and everyday lives? Call to register. Understanding Anxiety Saturday, October 11, 2–3:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Learn about anxiety and its causes with Ms. Barb, LISW with Cadence Care Network and adjunct professor at YSU. She will also discuss how anxiety affects the brain and how to train the amygdala, a small structure in the brain that deals with emotions. Call to register. Folk Horror: A Dramatic Reading Thursday, October 16, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Folk horror uses elements of folklore to invoke fear and foreboding. Learn about folk horror in literature and film and listen to a selection of stories read by Al McKinnon. Light refreshments will be served. Call to register. ChairYoga Thursday, October 23, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Improve flexibility and de-stress with chair yoga! Mary Brown of A Moment for Me Yoga and Wellness Center will guide us through gentle stretches using a chair for support. Call to register. Rust Belt Vegan Kitchen: A Plant-Based Twist on Thanksgiving Favorites Wednesday, November 5, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Join local author and home cook Meredith Pangrace for a fun and flavorful presentation based on her book Rust Belt Vegan Kitchen. Just in time for the holidays, Meredith will demonstrate how to make hearty, satisfying vegan versions of classic Thanksgiving dishes—perfect for anyone curious about plant-based cooking or looking to freshen up their holiday table. Come hungry for ideas and leave inspired! Call to register. Life Skills 101: So, You Need a New Computer... Thursday, November 13, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home How do you know when it is time for a new computer, and what are the pros and cons of the different devices? Learn the signs of an aging computer and the device options, terminology, and features to help you choose a new computer. Call to register. Read-In the Fall Saturday, November 15, 4–5 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Having a hard time finishing your To Be Read list? Bring your book and enjoy a relaxing evening of reading and conversation! Light refreshments will be provided. Call to register. Coping with Grief During the Holidays Tuesday, November 18, 1–2 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home A one-time grief support session for anyone mourning the loss of a loved one during the holiday season. Presented by LSW Bereavement Facilitator Kimberly Calhoun from Mercy Health Hospice of the Valley by Compassus. Call to register. LEARN Sober Sip & Paint with Party Art Café and Studio Tuesday, September 9, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Create an autumnal work of art under the guidance of Timothy Milliner of Party Art Café and Studio. Enjoy non-alcoholic sparkling water while creating your masterpiece. No experience necessary. All supplies will be provided. This program is for adults only. Call to register. Coloring Club September 17, October 15, November 19, 5–6 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Adults are invited to enjoy a peaceful evening of coloring. Use the supplies provided or bring your own. Intro to Brush Lettering Tuesday, September 30, 5:30–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Learn the basics of brush lettering. Katie Uher of A Little After Nine calligraphy studio will guide us through basic brush strokes, lowercase and uppercase letters, and the connection of letters to form words. No experience necessary. All supplies will be provided. Call to register. Creative Writing: Fall's Poetic Landscape Thursday, October 2, 6–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Express your creativity at this chill, guided creative writing session. Create a short poem about personal growth inspired by fall’s beautiful changing landscape. All experience levels welcome. All supplies will be provided. Call to register. DIY Folded Book Candle Monday, November 3, 5:30–7 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Craft a beautiful candle out of a used book by folding the pages. All supplies will be provided. Call to register. To register, call 330-652-1704, ext. 3 CREATE Mystery Readers’ Book Club 6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home September 24... Piranesi by Susanna Clarke October 29........ A Haunting in Venice(originallyHallowe’en Party)by Agatha Christie November 19.... We Solve Murders by Richard Osman Adult Book Chat 6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home September 15... The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett by Annie Lyons October 20........ After Annie by Anna Quindlen November 17.... City of Night Birds by Juhea Kim NEWCLUB! Fantasy & Sci-fi Book Club 6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home September 8..... A Song of Legends Lost by M.H. Ayinde November 10.... Bring Your Own Fantasy or Sci-fi Book Cookbook Club 10:30 a.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home If you love browsing cookbooks and trying new recipes, this is the club for you! We’ll discuss a new cookbook or theme each month. You are welcome to make one of the recipes from the book to share at the meeting. September 6..... The Blue Zones Kitchenby Dan Buettner October 4.......... Food to Die For by Amy Bruni November 1...... American Cakeby Anne Byrn MovieClub 6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Calling all movie buffs! Watch the movie(s) at home, then join us for a friendly discussion. September 2..... I, Daniel Blakedirected by Ken Loach October 7.......... BeetlejuiceandBeetlejuice Beetlejuicedirected by Tim Burton November 4...... A Haunting in Venicedirected by Kenneth Branagh DISCUSS
September 6 Upcycling Mint Tins Transform hinged mint tins into useful crafts! Make your tin into a trinket box, wallet, or tiny scrapbook. October 4 Pirate Murder Mystery Avast, me hearties! Captain Al B. Tross has been murdered, and all of ye scallywags are suspects! Come sleuth out the killer in our spooky mystery game–and enjoy a slice or two of pizza while ye play. November 1 Blackout Poetry Pinback Buttons Using markers, black out all but your chosen selection of words from discarded book and magazine pages to create a blackout poem that speaks to you! Then, we’ll create a button from the poem that you can wear or put on a bag. 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Teens ages 12–18 are invited to get creative, play games, and more! Refreshments will be served. All supplies will be provided. Registration is recommended at 330-652-1704, ext. 4. TEENS (Ages 12–18) September 4 Why Do Apples Turn Brown? Experiment with apples to see what keeps them fresh. September 18 Homemade Ice Cream (in a Bag!) Learn about the science of temperature reactions as you create your own frozen treat! October 2 Leaf Rubbing Art meets science in this fun fall activity! Use simple tools to make a colorful copy of a leaf. Then, label the different parts and learn how they work. October 16 Upcycled-Word Pinback Buttons Repurpose old materials and upcycle them into something brand new! November 6 Butter Making Learn about butter and make some to take home! November 20 Deconstructing Candy Corn Learn about molecular reactions and guess which liquid will dissolve the candy corn the fastest! 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Children ages 5–11 are invited to enjoy fun activities related to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math). Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 4. CHILDREN (Ages 5–11) NOVEMBER Hector the Collector by E. Beeny & S. Graegin OCTOBER It’sFall by Renee Kurilla SEPTEMBER A Mischief of Mice by Christie Matheson StoryWalk® is located at Stevens Park in Niles, Ohio Night at the Museum Saturday, October 25, 6–8 p.m. at the Ward-Thomas Museum 503 Brown Street in Niles Children in kindergarten–3rd grade are invited to spend an evening at the Ward-Thomas Museum! Listen to a spooky story read by a McKinley Memorial Library staff member, and then take a candlelight tour of the Ward-Thomas House. Finish up with apple cider and cookies in the carriage house. Costumes are encouraged! There is no fee to attend. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 4. CHILDREN (Kindergarten–3rd Grade) Fall Storytime Mondays, September 8–November 24 (Except October 13), 11a.m. in the Children’s Room at the Library Caregivers and their children ages 0–4 years are invited to attend storytime to encourage a love of reading with fun stories, songs, and crafts. Stop by to celebrate a different theme each week! CHILDREN (Ages 0–4)
13th Annual McKinley Christmas December 6, 2025 Visit the website for updates! SpiceClub Fall Season Spices! Spice up your meals and excite your taste buds with Spice Club! Each month, pick up a “take-and-make" kit featuring a different herb, spice, or spice blend. Each kit will contain information about the spice, two recipes, and enough of the selected spice to make both recipes. Kits will be available at the reference desk. Supplies are limited • One kit per household September October November Smoked Paprika Cardamom Nutmeg Medicare Basics Monday, October 6, 5:30–6:30 p.m. at the McKinley Birthplace Home Thinking about enrolling in Medicare? Join us as Medicare Certified Insurance Advisor Cynthia Bianco explains your Medicare options. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3. 40 South Main Street • Niles, OH 44446 Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays from 1 – 4:30 p.m. To schedule a tour, please call 330-652-1704, ext. 3 William McKinley Birthplace Home Labor Day .....................................................Monday, Sept. 1 Staff Development Day ...............................Monday, Oct. 13 Thanksgiving Eve ................................ Wednesday, Nov. 26 (Closing Early at 5 p.m.) Closed thru Thanksgiving Day ............................. Thursday, Nov. 27 HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Mon – Thu......... 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Fri & Sat............ 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sun.................... CLOSED Curbside Service: Make an appointment by calling 330-652-1704, ext. 1 LIBRARY HOURS McKinley Memorial Library Phone: 330-652-1704 Fax: 330-652-5788 Email: mckinley@mcklib.org Department Extensions Circulation, ext. 1 Reference/Adult Services, ext. 3 Children's Room/Teens, ext. 4 Library Director Carrie Kibby, ext. 5 Deputy Director Sonya Picuri, ext. 7 Library Board of Trustees Meredith Elliott, President James A. Yuhasz, Vice President Sherry Rose, Secretary Sandy Bilovesky Kadie Bowen Devon Stanley John Yuhasz Friends of the Library Kadie Bowen, President 330-544-0199 CONTACTUS One-on-One Tech Help Appointments Tuesdays, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. at the Library 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? We’ve got your back! Sign up for a 45-minute Technology Help appointment. A scheduled appointment is required. To make an appointment, please call 330-652-1704, ext. 3. Enjoy talks from world-renowned authors and thought leaders on a wide range of interesting topics. Learn more, register for live events, and browse past recordings by visiting libraryc.org/mcklib. Presented Live Online • Recorded for Later Viewing ONLINE AUTHOR TALKS Holiday Toy Drive Monday, November 10, through Saturday, December 6, at the Library Help support local families! We’re partnering with Niles Community Services to collect toys, puzzles, and books for children ages birth to 13. Donations should be new, unopened, and unwrapped. Please drop off donations at the library or at Niles Community Services. Thanks for making the holidays merry and bright! Thanksgiving Food Drive Wednesday, October 1 through Friday, October 31, at the Library In partnership with Niles Community Services, the McKinley Memorial Library will be collecting non–perishable food in jars, boxes, packages, and cans to benefit those in need. Please make sure all donations are unopened and unexpired. Please drop off donations at the library or at Niles Community Services. Suggested items: • Stuffing Mix • Canned Fruits and Vegetables • Chicken, Turkey, or Vegetable Broth • Canned Cranberry Sauce • Jarred or Canned Gravy • Pumpkin Pie Filling • Canned or Jarred Pie Fillings • Boxed Pie Crust Mix • Boxed Macaroni and Cheese • Boxed Cornbread Mix Local Author Meet & Greet Jeanne Bryner Wednesday, October 1, 4:30–6:30 p.m. at the Library Meet local author Jeanne Bryner and have her sign your book. Books will not be sold at the event.
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