• This November, the Girard Free Library is holding our annual Food for Fines; the Library will offer up to $25 in fine forgiveness to anyone who donates at least two non-perishable food items to the Emmanuel Center. The last day to donate is Tuesday, November 26. 
  • Join us at 6:00 p.m. on December 3rd, for the Culture Book Group and discuss A Holly Jolly Diwali by Sonya Lalli, or December 4th for the Popular Literature Book Group and bring your favorite book and introduce it to others.
  • On Saturday, December 7 at 1:00 p.m. teens can leave their caves to watch Jim Carrey's How the Grinch Stole Christmas and then grow their hearts three sizes by making a holiday stocking stuffer.

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  • Mon, 01/15/2024 - 9:00am
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The Library is closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

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  • Mon, 01/01/2024 - 9:00am
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The Library is closed in observance of New Year's Day.

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  • Mon, 02/19/2024 - 9:00am
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The Library is closed in observance of Presidents' Day.

Migratory Birds

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  • Mon, 03/25/2024 - 6:00pm
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Birdwatching really bloomed in popularity during the pandemic. It has an all-ages appeal and can be an activity that family members and friends share. Join Amy Reeher, Trumbull SWCD, as we learn more about the migratory birds that visit Ohio.  Amy will cover which species to look for and where you may find them.  She will also provide some tips to entice the “frequent flyers” to your backyard.  This program is free and educational handouts will be available. 

Registration is required.

Owls of Trumbull County

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  • Mon, 02/05/2024 - 6:00pm
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Join Amy Reeher from the Trumbull Soil & Water Conservation District as she focuses on one of the more popular birds of prey--the owl.  She will highlight the owls you typically see in Trumbull County.  Give a hoot about habitat as she provides information on how you can help owls and other wildlife thrive in your community.  Education resources will be provided, but there will be no live animals at this event.  Call to 330-545-2508 to reserve a spot.

 

Chair Yoga

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  • Tue, 01/09/2024 - 11:00am
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Take time to exhale and unwind in the community room.

Getting Your Garden Ready for a New Growing Season

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  • Wed, 03/27/2024 - 6:00pm
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Trumbull County Master Gardener Wanda Thomas returns to the Library for "Tips to Get your Garden Ready for a New Growing Season."  This presentation will present a checklist of essential gardening tasks that will enhance your garden for the upcoming spring and summer seasons.  Call to register.

Mahjong

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  • Wed, 01/10/2024 - 1:00pm
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Pick up a new hobby or join a new group in 2024.  The Library is hosting the strategic tile game mahjong on Wednesdays from 1 to 3 PM.  All ability levels are welcome, and the Library will provide some instruction and materials.  No registration is necessary.

Euchre

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  • Mon, 01/22/2024 - 1:00pm
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Pick up a new hobby, or join a new group in 2024.  On Mondays from 1 to 3 PM the Library is hosting the trick-taking card game euchre.  All ability levels are welcome, and the Library will provide some instruction and game materials.  No registration is necessary.

Free Family Movie

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  • Sat, 12/30/2023 - 11:00am
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Screen a free family movie in our Community Room.  20th Century Studios and Locksmith Animation's Ron's Gone Wrong is the story of Barney, a social awkward middle schooler and Ron, his new walking, talking digitally-connected device, which is supposed to be his "Best Friend out of the Box."  Ron's hilarious malfunctions, set against the backdrop of the social media age, launch them into an action-packed journey in which boy and robot come to terms with the wonderful messiness of true friendship.  No reservation required.