Are you looking for a unique teacher gift idea? If so, have you considered a donation to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in honor of your child's teacher? Imagination library provides free books to children in Miami County from birth to age 5. For more information, please contact the Troy-Miami County Public Library at (937) 339-0502 ext. 121.
We have cement work in progress at the back entrance of the Troy library. The sidewalk is open but the drop-off area is closed.
The Friends of the Troy-Miami County Public Library will sponsor its spring book sale Friday, April 29 – Sunday, May 1, 2016, at the Miami County Fairgrounds, 650 North County Road 25A, Troy, Ohio. Sale times are 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sunday.
A members-only preview night will be held 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, April 28, during which time NEW memberships may be purchased.
Admission is free. Most adult books are 50 cents each and children's and young adult books are 25 cents each. Specials, some books, videocassettes, CDs, collectibles, and miscellaneous items are individually priced. Sunday is $1 per bag with specials at half price.
Proceeds from the event are used for Summer Reading Club, literacy efforts and special purchases for the library. For additional information, call (937) 339-0502.
The Big Read is an annual celebration of reading and conversation in the Miami Valley. Participants are invited to read “Orphan Train” by Christina Baker Kline then join in discussions taking place March 6-April 16. You can check out the book at the library.
Join us for “Searching for Birth Relatives” at the Local History Library. This free program is at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29; learn how to search for birth parents, relatives, and children who have been adopted using the tools and databases available at the Local History Library. The Local History Library is located at 100 West Main Street in Troy, Ohio.
The “Orphan Train” book discussion, at the Troy-Miami County Public Library, will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5; join us for a lively discussion! The Troy-Miami County Public Library is located at 419 West Main Street in Troy, Ohio.
Please visit bigread.org for more information or call 937-339-0502 ext. 117.
There are a limited number tickets available for the Character Breakfast benefiting Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program in Miami County. The buffet breakfast will be held from 9-11 a.m. March 12 at the Fort Piqua Plaza Ballroom and is being catered by Mrs. B’s. Children will be able to interact with the story book characters and will also be able to visit with the Piqua, Tipp City, West Milton, and Bradford mayors who will read stories to them. This story book character breakfast will delight children of all ages and will benefit all Miami County children enrolled in the program.
If you are in interested in purchasing tickets please call 339-0502. Tickets are $25 per person and are available for presale purchase only. Tickets will not be sold at the event. The purchase of the ticket will provide books for one child in the Imagination Library program for one year—a total of 12 books.
The bookmobile will be off the road indefinitely, for repairs. We will post new information as it is received. Some deliveries are being done with staff vehicles. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have any questions, please contact Sarah, in the Outreach Department, at 937-339-0502 ext. 114.
Stop in to see the Partners in Hope Traveling Art display at the Troy-Miami County Public Library, shown through the last week of January. The artwork displays how children and adults feel about poverty in three stages: past, present, and future. It shows their feelings as they go through “Getting Ahead” a Partners in Hope education program.
The IRS and Ohio Tax Department are encouraging taxpayers to file their returns electronically this year.
This fall, Troy-Miami County Public Library surveyed parents of children enrolled in Imagination Library. The responses were overwhelming and re-affirm the positive outcomes of this program. This is what parents have to say about Imagination Library in Miami County.Â
Since joining Imagination Library:
· 98 % say their child is more interested in reading
· 90 % say they spend more quality time together as a family
· 96 % say they feel their child will be more prepared for school
· 53 % read to their child more than 1 time/day, a 27 % increase
What Parents are Saying:
· “I know for me, I didn't like to read. She seems to enjoy it, and I'm hoping it sticks with her. Reading was my worst subject growing up, so I'm trying to make sure it's not hers too!”
Saturday, August 6 • 9a-12p
Members of The Upper Valley Fiber Guild will demonstrate the process for making finished products from natural fiber on the corner of W. Main and Cherry Street during the Cherry Street Market. They will show us how to spin and weave yarn in the way that our pioneer ancestors would have.Â
Call the Local History Library at 937.335.4082 for more information.
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Wednesdays • 6:30 p.m.
September 7 - October 26
High School Seniors, let experts guide you on the journey to college in eight weekly informative sessions. Topics include choosing colleges, creating a high school resume, the application process, and paying for college.
Chess club is open to all skill levels and ages; it is an opportunity to improve your game, challenge friends, and a fun evening for the whole family. Chess Club is at 6:30p on the first Wednesday of the month at the library.
No registration is required. Call the library at 937.339.0502 ext.122 for more information.
Tuesdays • 11a-3p
Do you have a tablet, phone, or computer that you're not sure how to use or does it frustrate you?
Do you need some assistance using the library's electronic resources to access ebooks, audiobooks, or movies?
Stop by the library to get some technology help!Â
To make an appointment call 937-339-0502, ext.117, or register online HERE
The Troy-Miami County Public Library's community partner for April is the WACO Air Museum, the theme is "