(February 5, 2014) The library is closed today, Wednesday, February 5, due to the inclement weather and uncertain road conditions. The library will open tomorrow, Thursday, February 6, at 10:00 am. No library materials checked out from the Minerva Public Library are due on any day that the library is closed.
(February 10, 2014) The library is accepting applications for a part-time Library Associate I in the Youth Services Department. The job announcement, complete job description, and application form are posted on the Employment Opportunities page and at the service desks in the library. The library will accept applications through Monday, February 24, 2014.
(February 11, 2014) The library is pleased to announce that it will host the traveling exhibit Ohio and the Civil War: 150 Years Later here at the library from Saturday, February 22 through Wednesday, March 26. This is the exhibit's only stop in our area and we have scheduled of interesting programs about the Civil War for each week of the exhibit's run. Everyone is invited to the opening programs and reception on Saturday, February 22, beginning at 1:00 with refreshments and live period music. Visit the Ohio and the Civil War page for a complete list of programs.
(February 12, 2014) Calling all parents and caregivers! Are you developing a serious case of "cabin fever" from staying inside due to all the ice and snow this winter? Here is a chance to get out and do something fun with your toddler. Our Family Fun Special "Music in Motion" is an interactive program for toddlers 16 to 36 months old and their parents or caregivers. Come and join Miss Karla for music, motion and fun on Friday morning, February 28 from 10:30-11:15. Space is limited so call 330-868-4101 to sign up!
(February 17, 2014) This afternoon two sprinkler heads burst behind the Adult Services Desk. The library will be closed Tuesday, February 18, while we clean up. The library will open as usual at 10:00 am on Wednesday, February 19. No library materials checked out from the Minerva Public Library are due on any day that the library is closed.
(February 20, 2014) You're cordially invited to the opening of the traveling exhibit Ohio and the Civil War: 150 Years Later, this Saturday, February 22, from 1:00-5:00 pm. Special guest speakers will present programs on interesting Civil War topics at 1:30 and at 3:15. Refreshments will be served at 2:30 with special live period music performed by One String Short. Of course, the exhibit and all programs are free and open to everyone. We look forward to seeing you at the library.
(February 24, 2014) Join us Tuesday, February 25, at 7:00 pm as Chris Craft from the Massillon Museum presents a lively and informative discussion of the Civil War close to home, including the stories of the two local regiments of Ohio Volunteers, biographical sketches of interesting Stark County residents and their experiences in the war, and the fascinating story of a much-loved regimental mascot.
(February 26, 2014) The presidential election of 1864 was fraught with peril for the Union cause. The North was weary of war and the Union armies seemed mired in stalemate with their Confederate foes. Lincoln’s Democratic opponent was the popular General George McClellan, and the President was faced with a revolt inside his own party. Join us Tuesday, March 4, at 7:00 pm, as Professor Leslie Heaphy presents an interesting and informative talk on this often-overlooked facet of Civil War history. This program is one of several the Library has scheduled to complement the traveling exhibit Ohio and the Civil War: 150 Years Later hosted by the library through March 26.
(March 6, 2014) Join us Tuesday evening, March 11, at 7:00 for an evening of song and history. Steve Ball will perform Civil War-era songs on vintage guitars from original sheet music. It's a fun and informative evening for the whole family. The program accompanies the Ohio and the Civil War exhibit on display at the library now through March 26. The program is free and open to all
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(March 6, 2014) Join us Tuesday, March 11, at 7:00 pm for an evening of song and history. Steve Ball will perform Civil War music on vintage guitars from original sheet music. It's a fun and informative program for the whole family. This performance accompanies the Ohio and the Civil War exhibit on display at the library now through March 26. The program is free and open to all.
