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STEPHEN KING MONTH PAGE 2 LIBRARY PROGRAMS PAGES 2-9 SEPTEMBER LOCAL AUTHOR FAIR PAGE 3 THROUGH ART CLASSES/EXHIBITS PAGE 8-9 DECEMBER 2021 LIBRARY SERVICES PAGES 10-15 NEW AT NCPL

COMMUNITY EXPLORATION PROGRAM Let the Library help you explore some of the best experiences in our community! Ready. Reserve. Place a hold on a one week family pass to visit: The Akron Zoo The McKinley Museum (this pass is part of the ASTC Travel Passport Program) Pro Football Hall of Fame

Visit ncantonlibrary.org to schedule your hold. STEPHEN KING MONTH OCTOBER 2021: WE’RE CELEBRATING STEPHEN KING With over 350 million copies of his books sold worldwide, he’s been crowned the king of horror – and we feel like that needs to be celebrated! October will get a little creepier at the NCPL as we devote a whole month of programs to the one and only Stephen King. We hope you will join us – if you dare! THE LITTLE ART GALLERY PRESENTS STEPHEN KING MONTH The Gallery will feature some of Stephen King’s most iconic characters and scene displays. Exhibit on display: October 1 through October 31 SS GEORGIE ORIGAMI Visit the library and make an origami boat from the movie IT for the entire month of October. The origami pages will be located in the library on the first floor. Open to all ages. STEPHEN KING COLORING PAGES STEPHEN KING TRIVIA Come and color Stephen King movie-themed coloring pages for Wednesday, October 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Howlin Bird the entire month of October. The coloring pages will be located Registration begins Monday, October 4 and is required. Visit in the library on the first floor. Open to all ages. ncantonlibrary.org to register your team of four. DRESS UP DAYS THE STEPHEN KING EXPERIENCE Fridays in October Monday, October 25 at 6:30PM Teens and Adults: Find fashion inspiration in your favorite Our month-long celebration of everything Stephen King Stephen King character and stop by the Reference Desk in continues with a visit from retired Ohio librarian, author, and costume for a piece of candy or a Stephen King-themed sticker. self-proclaimed King expert Ed Rossman. He’ll lead us on a scenic tour of Colorado, the backdrop for Stephen King’s books ON WRITING The Stand, The Shining, Misery, and Dr. Sleep. Through colorful Thursday, October 14 at 6:30 p.m. slides and entertaining commentary, attendees will learn more We are discussing the craft of writing by using Stephen King’s about King’s stories and his thoughts on writing. Rossman will memoir, On Writing, as our starting point. This discussion is also share some of the behind-the-scenes details of King’s most open to all Teen and Adult writers and readers. Pick up copies of notable books and movies. the book at the Patron Services Desk.

ncantonlibrary.org • facebook: north canton public library • twitter: ncantonlibrary • instagram: ncantonlibrary Saturday, September 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Price Park (Rain Date-Saturday, October 2)

Author Fair TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE HOWLIN BIRD Meet more than two dozen local authors for a chance Third Wednesday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. to discuss and purchase their work. These fantastic October - Stephen King writers cover every genre, from romance to fantasy to November - Parks and Recreation (the sitcom) humor to graphic novels. December - Holiday Films Presentations Registration begins the first Monday of each month 11 to 11:50 a.m. and is required. Visit ncantonlibrary.org to register THE KEY ELEMENTS OF A BEST-SELLING NOVEL your team of four. with Amanda Flower Have you ever wondered if there is some sort of secret to writing a best seller? Well wonder no more! USA Today bestselling and Agatha Award-winning author Amanda Flower will provide you with the keys to writing a hit novel. 12 to 12:50 p.m. TRADITIONAL VS INDIE PUBLISHING with Stacey Trombley Wondering if you should try to traditionally publish by finding an agent or publisher or keep control and publish yourself? Stacey Trombley has done both, and she will talk about the pluses and minuses, marketing expectations, costs, profit, and more of the traditional and indie routes. 1 to 1:50 p.m. WRITING SHORT with Marie Vibbert Visit us at the Do you want to write great short stories that have an impact? With over 70 shorts in print, including 11 North Canton appearances in Analog Science Fiction, Marie Vibbert Farmers’ Market is just the person to get you on your way to writing Wednesdays from 3-6 p.m. short fiction that readers will love! 3 ncantonlibrary.org • facebook: north canton public library • twitter: ncantonlibrary • instagram: ncantonlibrary FOR CHILDREN

AT THE LIBRARY YOGA STORY TIME Saturdays from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Story time for ages four through eight that includes exploration into yoga moves and mindfulness. October 2 (registration begins September 13) November 6 (registration begins October 18)

LIBRARY TO GO ACTIVITIES Enjoy some library activities at home! Instructions and supplies will be provided. Parental supervision is suggested. Register for the following activities at ncantonlibrary.org. If kits are not picked up after one week, we will move on to the waiting list.

GRAB AND GO: ACTIVITY FOR K-2ND GRADERS Kits will include an activity recommended for grades K-2. Kits available beginning Fridays at 10 a.m. as detailed below. September Kit: Registration begins August 30. Pick up begins September 24. October Kit: Registration begins September 27. Pick up begins October 22. November Kit: Registration begins November 1. Pick up begins November 19. December Kit: Registration begins November 29. Pick up begins December 17.

GRAB AND GO: ACTIVITY FOR 3RD-5TH GRADERS Kits will include an activity recommended for grades 3-5. Kits available beginning Fridays at 10 a.m. as detailed below. September Kit: Registration begins August 30. Pick up begins September 17. October Kit: Registration begins September 27. Pick up begins October 15. November Kit: Registration begins November 1. Pick up begins November 19. December Kit: Registration begins November 29. Pick up begins December 17.

COSI Kit: Space “Learning Lunchbox” for grades k-8 Registration begins Monday, August 30 at 10 a.m. Pickup begins Monday, September 20 at 10 a.m. Learn while having fun with this kit provided by COSI full of activities, experiments, information, and one free voucher to visit COSI. One kit per family. Age recommendation is K-8. Registration is required.

ncantonlibrary.org • facebook: north canton public library • twitter: ncantonlibrary • instagram: ncantonlibrary Baby, Books & Me for newborn-24 month old with a caregiver Enjoy lapsit story time including songs, ONGOING PROGRAMS fingerplays and more with Mrs. McBee. Tuesdays from 10:30-10:50 a.m. September 21,28 October 5, 12, 19, 26 Tales for Twos November 2, 9, 16 for two year olds with a caregiver Enjoy story time with songs, fingerplays and more with Mrs. McBee. Reading Wednesdays from 10:30-10:50 a.m. Round-Up preschool play September 22, 29 for three through five year and learn October 6, 13, 20, 27 olds with a caregiver for preschoolers November 3, 10, 17 Enjoy stories, flannel boards, songs with a caregiver and movement with Miss Casey. Participate in hands-on activities Thursdays from10:30-11 a.m. that encourage preschool skills. September 23, 30 Saturdays from10:30-11:15 a.m. October 7, 14, 21, 28 October 16 November 4, 11, 18 November 20

FAMILY LEGO CLUB for children in preschool through grade five with a caregiver Design creations with our LEGO collection. Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. October 6 PJ Story Time November 3 for families with children December 1 ages three through six Siblings welcome. Wear your pajamas and listen to some stories and songs and shake out your sillies before you snooze! Mondays from 7 to 7:30 p.m. October 18 November 15

PICTURES WITH SANTA Bring your camera! Thursday, December 9 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, December 13 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. No registration required. 5 ncantonlibrary.org • facebook: north canton public library • twitter: ncantonlibrary • instagram: ncantonlibrary FOR ADULTS

ALL LEVELS YOGA COOKIE DECORATING Saturdays: September 11, October 9, November 13, Monday, November 8 at 6 p.m. December 11 at 10:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. Are you excited for holiday goodies? Do you want to boost Join us for an all levels yoga practice with yoga instructor Sam your cookie decorating skills? Maybe you just love cookies? Kuikahi. Sam completed her YTT at Yoga Strong LLC in 2016 and Join us to decorate your very own cookies with Little Flour teaches yoga at Compass Dance Academy. Registration is required. Baking Co.! Registration is required and begins Monday, There will be a 10:30 a.m. class and a 12 p.m. class. Registration November 1 at 10 a.m. for each set of classes begins the first Monday of each month at 10 a.m. with the exception of the September classes, which begins DEATH AND TAXES August 30. Wednesday, November 10 at 12:30 p.m. Do you have questions about probate, trusts, and other legal LEAF BOWL KITS issues dealing with the financial realities after someone dies? Registration begins Tuesday, September 7 at 10 a.m. Local attorney, Danielle Pierce, joins us to answer all your Pick up begins Monday, September 20. questions. Registration opens Monday, November 1 at 10 Create a leaf bowl that would be the perfect addition to your fall a.m., but is not required. Walk ins welcome. home decor. Registration is required. GNOME CRAFT LOCAL AUTHOR FAIR Registration begins Monday, November 29 at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Price Park Pick up begins Monday, December 13. (Rain date—Saturday, October 2) Join us to make adorable gnomes perfect to display throughout Meet more than two dozen local authors for a chance to discuss and the holidays. Registration is required. There will be an option purchase their work. These fantastic writers cover every genre, from for 15 patrons to sign up and join us for in person crafting romance to fantasy to humor to graphic novels. Enjoy presentations on Monday, December 13 at 6 p.m. Remaining kits will be as well (details on page 3). available to pick up as part of Library to Go.

LET’S TALK ABOUT… POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD) THE YEAR OF READING CHALLENGE Thursday, September 30 at 7 p.m. January-December on Beanstack Broadcast online – Facebook Live Sign up with Beanstack to take part in our yearlong reading We hear the acronym PTSD on a regular basis – but what does challenge. (If you signed up with Beanstack for Summer this psychological condition really entail? Do symptoms appear Reading, you’ve already got an account for this!) Every month immediately following a traumatic event, or do they begin years there will be a theme and a chance to win a gift card, and at later? What is considered a traumatic event, and how prevalent is the end of the year, one person will win a book lover’s basket. this condition? We’re here to help you understand symptoms, connect Every book you finish (up to 100 books) is another chance to you or a loved one with helpful resources, and facilitate a deeper win! It’s never too late to register! understanding of and empathy for this complex and devastating Monthly themes: disorder. Joining us for this honest and illuminating conversation will September: Hispanic Heritage Month be a representative from our local Veterans Affairs organization, a October: Horror Trauma Program Manager from Stark County’s Child & Adolescent November: Nonfiction Behavioral Health organization, and individuals living and coping December: Mystery with PTSD.

OCTOBER 2021: WE’RE CELEBRATING STEPHEN KING See page 2 for all the details about our full month of Stephen King themed programs and activities!

GHOST STORY CONTEST All Month in October Teens and Adults are invited to write a spooky story this October. Drop off entries at the Reference Desk with your name and a way to contact you (in case you win!) or submit your story via email: [email protected]. Adults could win a gift card to Books-A-Million! Submissions due by 5 p.m. Saturday, October 30. 6 ncantonlibrary.org • facebook: north canton public library • twitter: ncantonlibrary • instagram: ncantonlibrary FOR TEENS Grades 6 through 12 BOOK CLUBS

ICE CREAM SOCIAL CLASSIC LIT BOOK CLUB Thursday, September 16 at 3:30 p.m. Third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Calling all Teens! We’ve missed you! Come and get to know your Also, join the discussion any time on our Goodreads Group, new Teen Librarians and enjoy some delicious ice cream. We want ncantonlibrary-chat. Limited copies of all books are available at to hear about all your ideas for future programs. the library. Unlimited copies of the ebook and e-audio available from Hoopla Digital. FLOWERPOT WIND CHIMES Registration begins Monday, September 13 at 10 a.m. September 15: Passing by Nella Larsen Pick up begins Monday, September 27. October 20: I, Claudius by Robert Graves Create your very own wind chime using flowerpots. November 17: De Profundis by Oscar Wilde Registration is required. December 15: Sylvester by Georgette Heyer OCTOBER 2021: WE’RE CELEBRATING STEPHEN KING See page 2 for all details about our full month of programs! FIRST MONDAY BOOK CHAT First Monday of the month at 2 p.m. GHOST STORY CONTEST October 4: All Month in October The Body by Stephen King Teens and Adults are invited to write a spooky story this October. November 1: A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell Drop off entries at the Reference Desk with your name and a way December 6: A Rising Man by Abir Mukherjee to contact you (in case you win!) or submit your story via email: [email protected]. Teens have a chance to win a READABLE HISTORY BOOK DISCUSSION Zepp’s gift card! Submissions due by 5 p.m. Saturday, October 30. Second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. September 14: John Adams Under Fire: The Founding Father’s TEEN ADVISORY BOARD—TEEN DONATIONS Fight for Justice in the Boston Massacre Murder Trial by Dan All Month in November Abrams and David Fisher Calling all teens in need of volunteer hours! Bring in donations that will be contributed to one of the Library’s Holiday Giving collections. October 12: Lincoln in Private: What His Most Personal Reflections Every two items you donate = one volunteer hour. Maximum hours Tell Us About Our Greatest President by Ronald C. White that can be earned is five. Donations will be accepted all month. November 9: Madhouse at the End of the Earth: The Belgica’s Journey into the Dark Antarctic Night by Julian Sancton HEATING/COOLING PAD CRAFT Registration begins Monday, November 1 at 10 a.m. December 14: The Doctors Blackwell: How Two Pioneering Pick up begins Monday, November 15. Sisters Brought Medicine to Women—and Women to Medicine Learn to make your very own heating/cooling pad. by Janice P. Nimura Registration is required for this Library to Go program.

OWL ORNAMENT Registration begins Monday, November 29 at 10 a.m. Pick up begins Monday, December 6. The holidays are a hoot! Join us to create an awesome owl ornament. We had a wonderful week full of community exploration and Registration is required for this Library to Go program. creating new ideas to help the North Canton community thrive at our first ever Camp What If: North Canton. TEEN ADVISORY BOARD—HOLIDAY CARDS FOR A collaboration with TomTod Ideas, we maxed out our registration VETERANS, SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN at 20 middle-school-aged campers (with a long waiting list!) and Crafting begins Friday, November 26 and ends Friday, December 10 had a blast on learning labs throughout the community and Let’s help our active service men, women, and veterans feel special meeting up with local leaders. We’re so grateful to be part of a community that worked together to create an amazing experience this holiday season. The library will supply teens with crafting material that not only benefited our campers but the entire city! to make holiday cards. The supplies will be available in the teen area from 3 to 5 p.m. from November 26 to December 10. If you choose Thank you to our sponsors! to make cards on your own, you can return them to the reference desk Rettew Squirrels to be mailed. Each card you submit will be equivalent to an hour of Cain Toyota - BMW volunteer service. Maximum hours that can be earned is five. Cards Darcy Friel / Howard Hanna must be completed and returned to the Library by December 10 Rotary Club of North Canton to be mailed.

ncantonlibrary.org • facebook: north canton public library • twitter: ncantonlibrary • instagram: ncantonlibrary FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ARE CLASSES OPEN TO EVERYONE? Yes! But you must have a North Canton Public Library card to register. HOW DO I PAY FOR MY CLASS? Classes are now offered at no cost. ART DO I NEED TO BRING MY OWN SUPPLIES? Supplies are provided for all classes unless otherwise specified in the class description. CLASSES HOW DO I REGISTER FOR A CLASS? Children’sThe Little Art art Gallery class is registrationgrateful to FLAG is for accepted its support ofonline the gallery. only at ncantonlibrary.org. Adult art class registration may be completed online REGISTRATION FOR ALL ART or via email to the Little Art Gallery curator at CLASSES BEGINS AUGUST 23. [email protected].

NEW FOR 2021: ART CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND Art Classes are offered at no cost thanks to the HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS generous support of the ELLA M. LAZICH TRUST. DRAWING BOTANICAL FORMS Thursdays: September 16, 23, 30, October 7 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Students will take a detailed look at how to portray plant life realistically and using natural forms in an abstract composition. This class is for artists who have a basic knowledge of how to draw and want to develop that skill further. Instructor: Erin Mulligan

BEGINNING DRAWING Thursdays: September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This class is for anyone who wants to learn how to draw. We will cover all of the elements of drawing: line, shape, value, texture, and space (including perspective, gesture and contour drawing). Instructor: Jerry Zelinskas

INTRIGUED BY WATERCOLOR Saturdays: September 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6 from 11a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Take your watercolors to the next level as Nancy teaches you the secrets to the glow of watercolor and keys to unleashing your imagination. This class is geared to intermediate and advanced artists. Supply needs will be discussed in the first class. Instructor: Nancy Stewart Matin

WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPES Mondays: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, 25, November 1 from 3 to 5 p.m. This watercolor class is for everyone at every level wanting to learn new techniques and paint buildings and landscapes. This class has a requested supply list available online and in the library’s information center. Instructor: Jack Fetzer IN THE GALLERY

AN ARTIST’S JOURNEY STEPHEN KING MONTH Artist: Diane Belfiglio The Gallery will feature some of Stephen King’s On Display: July 15 through September 19 most iconic characters and scene displays. Closing reception to be announced. On Display: October 1 through October 31 8 ncantonlibrary.org • facebook: north canton public library • twitter: ncantonlibrary • instagram: ncantonlibrary art classes

ART CLASSES FOR PRESCHOOL THROUGH MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS LITTLE ARTISTS for preschoolers ages 3-5 Wednesdays: September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. Use colorful papers and cardboard with scissors and glue to make animals, a car, a robot, and flowers. Paint fall trees and a self-portrait. Create an unusual harvest collage of fruit and vegetables using scrap material. Instructor: Marjorie Lutes *Preschool classes are for children ages 3-5, who are able to participate in a classroom setting independently, and are potty-trained. A parent/caretaker is required to stay on North Canton Public Library property for the duration of preschool classes.

MONSTER MASH for preschoolers ages 3-5 Wednesdays: September 15, 22, 29, October 6 from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. Projects will involve making 2D and 3D creatures, using paper, paint, multimedia, and of course, googly eyes! Instructor: Erin Mulligan *Preschool classes are for children ages 3-5, who are able to participate in a classroom setting independently, and are potty-trained. A parent/caretaker is required to stay on North Canton Public Library property for the duration of preschool classes. The Little Art Gallery is grateful to FLAG for its support of the gallery. WE LOVE ANIMALS for students in grades K-2 Tuesdays: September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Build a 3-D home or environment for the clay animals you make. Study a favorite mammal and paint a large impression of it. Use boxes, wood, wire, and scrap materials to make fish, insects, spiders, and flying birds. Instructor: Marjorie Lutes

ART HISTORY HANDS for students in grades K-2 Wednesdays: September 15, 22, 29, October 6 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. From ancient Greek pots to modern abstract paintings, students will take a hands-on approach to learning how artists all over the world chose to express themselves. Projects will include Greek pottery, Japanese watercolors, the Impressionists, and Abstract art. Instructor: Erin Mulligan

COLORFUL AUTUMN IN DRAWING, PAINTING, AND CONSTRUCTION for students in grades 3-5 Tuesdays: September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2 from 6 to 7 p.m. Use pencils, pastels, watercolors, and acrylics to create three landscapes including a forest, a village, and mountains. Cardboard, paper, scrap materials, yarn, wire, and beads will be combined to create a working mobile, a woven wall hanging with Native American symbols, and a decorative mask. Instructor: Marjorie Lutes

DRAWING BASICS for students in grades 3-5 Wednesdays: September 15, 22, 29, October 6 from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Develop creative thinking early for serious little artists! This class is an introduction to drawing basics to help kids start learning to see the world with an artist’s eye. Instructor: Erin Mulligan

ZOO STEW for students in grades 6-8 Wednesdays: September 15, 22, 29, October 6 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Discover new creatures, draw inspiration from plants, animals, and anything at all! Students will stretch their brains to create new life forms to populate our imaginations! Think animal improv! Instructor: Erin Mulligan

MIXED MEDIA AND COLLAGE for students in grades 6-8 Wednesdays: October 13, 20, 27, November 3 from 3 to 4 p.m. Mix paints, beautiful papers, cardboard, fabric, and found objects to design a “chaos collage” and a personalized wall hanging. Instructor: Marjorie Lutes

SOMETHING BESIDES THE FORM, SOMETHING BEYOND THE SOUND: A RETROSPECTIVE OF WORKS BY DOREEN J. ST. JOHN Artist: Doreen St. John On Display: November 1, 2021 through January 9, 2022 Opening reception to be announced. 9 ncantonlibrary.org • facebook: north canton public library • twitter: ncantonlibrary • instagram: ncantonlibrary YOUR LIBRARY CARD a passport to explore the world

Teachers eet 185 North Main Str PA Teacher library cards allow up to 100 children’s books North Canton, OH 44720 to be checked out at any time for six weeks with one [Business] 330.499.4712 two-week renewal available. Teacher privileges apply [Renewals] 330.499.1740 SS explore only to children’s books for classroom use. Other g .ncantonlibrary.or www PO library materials including audiobooks, music CDs, the kits, electronic devices, and DVDs must be checked out using a general patron library card. As with all library world RT cards, overdue items will be charged a late fee and full price will be charged for lost or damaged items. We strive to assist North Canton Public Schools’ educators and homeschoolers. Visit the Children’s Department for information on the many special services we offer.

Your library card gives you access to a world of information Golden Buckeye Card Holders at NCPL. Use it at the library during open hours. Use it on our Patrons of any age who have a Golden Buckeye Card website or app after hours. Our world is always available in qualify for fine free status. Simply show us your card one one form or another. time, and we will change the status of your account to be fine free. Golden Buckeye Card holders continue to GET A CARD receive notices about late items and will still be charged 1. Complete our brief application online. replacement costs if materials are lost or damaged.

2. Bring a Driver’s License or State I.D. with your current Children 17 and Under address to the Patron Services Desk at the library. If you don’t Children are eligible for their own library cards. Parents have your current address on your I.D., you will need to bring must be present with children applying for a library a form with your name and new address on it, such as a card and must agree to comply with library rules and utility bill, insurance notification or lease agreement. regulations, pay all fines and fees, and make good any 3. Your card will be ready in minutes and you may check loss or damage incurred to materials borrowed on their items out the same day. child’s card. CURBSIDE HOLD PICK UP Library to go 1. Place a hold online or by calling 330.499.4712. 2. Wait for communication from the Library confirming your item CURBSIDE is ready for pickup.

3. Come to the Library to pick up your item. You may come inside and retrieve your item from the hold shelves or you may park in one of the Library to Go Curbside parking spaces in our main lot and text us (using the number on the sign) to take advantage of the curbside service. 10 ncantonlibrary.org • facebook: north canton public library • twitter: ncantonlibrary • instagram: ncantonlibrary BORROWING ITEMS

How Many Can Be Renewals Material Loan Period Fines Borrowed/Card Available Books 100 14 days 7 $0.10/day CDs 15 14 days 7 $0.10/day DVDs 15 7 days 3 $0.25/day Audiobooks 25 14 days 7 $0.10/day Playaways 20 14 days 7 $0.10/day Playaway Views 1 7 days 1 $0.50/day Playaway Launchpads 1 7 days 1 $0.50/day Magazines 50 14 days 1 $0.10/day Video Games (adult) 2 14 days 1 $0.50/day Video Games (children’s) 3 14 days 1 $0.50/day Video Game Figures 2 14 days 1 $0.50/day Telescope 1 14 days 0 $5.00/day Tool Box Items 2 14 days 0 $1.00/day Board Games/Puzzles 20 14 days 1 $0.10/day Pre-loaded eReaders 1 14 days 0 $1.00/day Hotspots 1 7 days 0 $5.00/day American Girl Dolls 1 7 days 0 $0.50/day

RENEWALS RETURNING ITEMS Any library item checked out from the North Canton Public Library items should be returned in the outdoor book drops Library will be automatically renewed unless one of the (unless otherwise marked). Dropping items in the drop box following circumstances prevents renewal. outside does not ensure they will be checked in the same Items Will Not Be Renewed If: day, depending on scheduled times for emptying the bins • Another customer places a request on that item. and quarantine of items due to COVID-19. • The item has reached its maximum number of renewals. We are an independent library, and are not affiliated • Fines on the account have reached $10. with Akron Summit or Stark County library systems. • Your account activity has been blocked. Please return only North Canton Public Library materials • The item is a digital eMaterial. to our library. • The item is from another library. Renewing Items on Your Own Use our account phone line at 330.499.1740 or visit the account page on our website or app to renew your items. If you have a problem renewing your items, contact us at 330.499.4712 x310. Items that are reserved for another patron will not renew. 11 ncantonlibrary.org • facebook: north canton public library • twitter: ncantonlibrary • instagram: ncantonlibrary DIGITAL MATERIALS

Visit the Materials > Digital Materials section of our website to access eBooks, electronic magazines, and more!

THE OHIO DIGITAL LIBRARY/OVERDRIVE/LIBBY eBooks, audio, and digital magazines in the collection are downloadable in a variety of formats for a number of different devices. OverDrive offers a special children’s reading room with child safe materials. Don’t forget about Libby! Libby is the app from OverDrive. With Libby, it takes just a few taps to find and borrow a book. Libby has a groundbreaking built-in eBook reader and a beautiful audiobook player. If you prefer, you can send books to your Kindle for reading with Libby.

HOOPLA DIGITAL eBooks, movies, TV, music, audiobooks, and comics are available on hoopla digital. Access and enjoy nearly half a million titles, from six different formats all in one location, from your computer, tablet, smartphone, Apple TV, or Roku! Hoopla Digital now offers Hoopla Flex. In addition to your normal, montly Hoopla instant borrows, you will have additional Hoopla Flex borrows to use on specially marked Hoopla Flex eBooks and audiobooks.

KANOPY Kanopy, with the motto of “thoughtful entertainment,” provides NCPL cardholders with access to films of unique social and cultural value, films that are often difficult or impossible to access elsewhere, and programming that features diversity, with a wide array of foreign language films and films on race and current affairs. Enjoy items from your computer, tablet, smartphone, Apple TV, or Roku!

Need help using your electronic reading device? We can help via phone! Contact 330.499.4712 x311.

ONLINE EDUCATION

Visit Learning and Research > Online Classes for Adults section of our website to access these programs with your library card.

LINKEDIN LEARNING (FORMERLY KNOWN AS LYNDA.COM) LinkedIn Learning offers courses for all levels covering technical skills, creative techniques, business strategies, and more. You set the pace. Learn what you want, when you want, and practice with the instructor’s files while you watch and listen. LinkedIn Learning allows you to watch videos in small, easy-to-manage chunks, and to return to the lessons at your convenience. Course offerings include art, graphic design, and music classes, teaching everything from 3D animation to engineering sound to the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, and more). Get help with computer programs, including videos on how to use Microsoft Office. Find courses that can help you in your career—everything from public speaking to marketing to dealing with workplace issues. Learn computer programming, IT management (Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X), and web design photography and video… just to name a few.

TUTOR.COM The Tutor.com Adult Education Center Are you returning to school, working toward your GED, or refreshing your skills for work? Get anonymous, private, online tutoring for any kind of academic question in math, science, English, social studies, and writing anywhere you have an internet connection with Tutor.com. The Tutor.com Career Center Out of work? Looking for a career change? Need to dust off your resume? You don’t have to face it alone. The Library can help you reach your goals with the Tutor.com Career Center—absolutely FREE to you. Get anonymous, private, online career coaching and job search assistance. All you need is your library card and an Internet connection!

12 ncantonlibrary.org • facebook: north canton public library • twitter: ncantonlibrary • instagram: ncantonlibrary FREE DATABASES Our website offers free access to more than 20 useful databases for you, your children, and educators.

about:books EBSCOhost Ohio Web Library Search/explore Google Books results for authors. Seach many of the library’s magazine, journal Research resources available to Ohio residents. Books no longer covered by copyright (generally article, and reference book databases. Oxford Research Encyclopedias anything published before 1926) are available full EBSCO MasterFILE Provides access to the full text of thousands of text, otherwise only excerpts are included. Through a library of tens of thousands of full-text articles from one of the world’s best publishers, African American Heritage journals and magazines, EBSCO serves the Oxford University Press. Provides resources such as census records, the content needs of all researchers. 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