Published September 04, 2008 07:36 pm -
Mercer County libraries programs, activities
The Herald
Community Library of the Shenango Valley, 11 N. Sharpsville Ave., Sharon
• Saturday Story Time — 11 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday and Sept. 20 for children of all ages.
• “Stress Management by the Book” — 5:30 p.m. Thursday. Participants should bring a yoga mat, bed pillow and small blanket if available.
• “Knowing Your Community: Resources Available for Seniors” — 5:30 p.m. Sept. 18. A question and answer period will follow.
• “Pennwriters Workshop: Writing the Short Story” — 1 to 3 p.m. Sept. 20. Info: Catherine McLean, 814-425-7163.
• “Mindful Eating: When & How You Eat is as Important as What You Eat” — 5:30 p.m. Sept. 23.
• “Yoga by the Book” — 5:30 p.m. Sept. 25. Participants should bring a yoga mat or small blanket and wear comfortable clothing.
• “Read to a Therapy Dog @ the Library” — 6 p.m. Sept. 25, for all ages. Dogs from Canine Connections to Love will be on hand.
• “Friday Matinee” — 1 p.m. Sept. 26 showing “On the Waterfront” starring Marlon Brando. Participants can bring a snack.
• “TGIF After School Movie” — 3 p.m. Sept. 26 showing “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” starring Johnny Depp, for all ages. Participants can bring a snack.
Chess Club is 5:30 p.m. every Thursday. Participants of all ages can come to play or learn.
Info: 724-981-4360.
Registration for fall story hour under way in Mercer
Parents are invited to register their children ages 3 to 6 for the fall story hour at Mercer Area Library, 143 N. Pitt St..
Story hour is held twice each Thursday, at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., beginning Oct. 9. Not only will children hear stories, they will enjoy finger plays, games and films.