C P Ugly Christmas Sweater Trivia Night LIBRARY SYSTEM Puskarich Public Scio Branch Puskarich Library Clark Memorial Volume 34 - Issue 4 - November, December, January 2025-2026 Winter Newsletter Christmas Extravaganza Thursday, December 11th at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the season with music, games, and holiday cheer! DJ The Spikeman will keep the tunes rolling while you enjoy cookies, cocoa, and a night of festive fun. Compete in “Name That Song: Holiday Edition,” silly Minute-to-Win-It games, Christmas trivia, and more. Bring your holiday spirit — Adults only. S Puskarich Public Library System P New Year’s Party We’re throwing a New Year’s party just for kids! Join us on Tuesday, December 30th at 12:00 PM for a fun afternoon of bingo, games, dancing, snacks, and a countdown to 2026 with an awesome balloon drop! Come celebrate, laugh, and dance your way into the New Year! Elementary ages welcome — let’s make it a party to remember! Call 740-942-2623 for more information. Polar Express Night December 22 at 7:00pm nd All aboard! Families are invited to wear their pajamas, sip hot cocoa, and enjoy the magic of The Polar Express together at the library. A holiday tradition not to be missed! Please call 740-945-6811 for more information and to register. S December 11th at 6:00pm Gather round the Clark Memorial Branch Library for an evening filled with Christmas cheer! Come dressed in your favorite ugly Christmas sweater (optional, but highly encouraged!) and enjoy a round of festive trivia, delicious snacks, and a few surprise gifts. Registration is required. Call 740-658-3855 to reserve your spot. C
Winter Newsletter - November, December, January In This Newsletter P S C Location Key Puskarich Library 200 E. Market St. Cadiz, OH 43907 740-942-2623 Monday-Thursday 9:00-8:00 Friday-Saturday 9:00-5:00 Scio Branch 331 W. Main St. Scio, OH 43988 740-945-6811 Monday-Friday 11:00-6:00 Closed Wednesdays Clark Memorial Branch 3102 W. Main Street Freeport, OH 43973 740-658-3855 Monday-Friday 11:00-6:00 Closed Wednesdays Book Clubs Storytime Winter Programs Children’s Programs Imagination Library NEW Books Take & Makes Library Resources Library of Things Check us out on Online! Facebook Website Catalog Calendar Quilt with Sue The Scio Branch Quilters welcome beginner and experienced quilters to join them on Mondays at the Scio Branch Library from 10:00am-3:00pm. They will guide you through the “how-to”. Call 740-945-6811 to learn more. S Pickleball All skill levels are welcome to join us at the Barr Memorial Center in Scio on Mondays from 5:008:00pm, Wednesdays from 9:00am-12:00pm, and Friday evenings from 5:30-8:30pm. Please call 740-942-2623 for more information. S Power Hour Fridays Scio Branch Library is inviting you to a new event: Power Hour Fridays, which will take place from 10:00-11:00am at Scio Branch. Joseph Maiorano, Ohio State University Extension Instructor, will lead participants in fitness events for anyone yet designed for persons with limited mobility, including senior citizens. The hour is comprised of a warmup, then a few Zumba Gold Dances, and last, a time of no-impact stretching. Call 740-945-6811 for more information. S Programs SilverSneakers In collaboration with the Harrison County Health Department, SilverSneakers has a weekly class at the Barr Memorial Center in Scio. Ages 60+ are welcome to join us on Tuesdays at 10:00am. Call the health department at 740-942-2616 ext. 5 or the Scio Branch Library at 740-945-6811 for more information. S
Book Clubs Reading Between the Wines Chapter Chasers Afterthoughts: Chapter 2 Book Talk Reel Reads FinancialFit is an interactive financial learning platform. Designed by experts in the industry to teach you everything you need to know about managing your finances, FinancialFit offers short, easy-to-understand lessons, videos, and financial planning tools. Winter Newsletter - November, December, January Our online book club is perfect for the passive reader! Head to our Facebook page to join the group. All selections for this book club are available on the Hoopla app. Comment your ideas and thoughts and read others’ thoughts. New members are always welcome. Call 740-945-6811 more information. Bookends Join us for book club on the third Thursday of every month at 1:00pm at the Puskarich Library in Cadiz. Upcoming dates include November 20 , December 18 , and January 15 . Please call 740-942-2623 for more information and for book selections. th th th P The book club for book lovers and wine lovers alike! We’ve partnered with Ohio Valley Winery in Cadiz to host our wine and read book club. This book club takes place on the second Thursday of every month at 6:30pm at Ohio Valley Winery. The next dates are: November 13 , December 11 , and January 8 . For more information, call 740-942-2623. th th th P Scio Chapter Chasers Book Club set to meet on the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Scio Branch Library. Upcoming dates for Chapter Chasers are: November 10 , December 8 , and January 12 . Please call 740-945-6811 to sign up, and please let us know what book format you prefer: book, e-book, large print, or audio. th th th S Check us out on Online! Website Have you read a book that you'd love to talk about? Visit the Clark Memorial Branch Library on Tuesday, November 18 December 16 , and January 27 at 5pm for a Book Talk among other literary enthusiasts. Be ready to give a book suggestion to others and/or add to your "to be read" list. Unable to attend our meetup? Please send in a book recommendation for our group by emailing clark@seolibraries.org. Our Monthly Book list will be added to our Facebook page so we can extend the reach of our Book Talk group. th, th th C S Reel Reads: Book vs. Movie Club brings your favorite stories to life! Each month, we’ll read a book and then watch its movie adaptation together at the library. After the show, we’ll compare the two and vote on which was better — the book or the movie! Join us on third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. for popcorn, fun, and friendly debate. One Tuesday, one book, one movie, one big showdown! Tuesday November 18th @ 6:30 Tuesday December 16 th @ 6:30 Tuesday January 20 th at 6:30 S Featured Database: FinancialFit go2library.org
Storytimes Scio Branch Storytime Puskarich Storytime Clark Memorial Storytime Baby Bees: Read & Play Winter Newsletter - November, December, January Join us for books, music, crafts, activities, and more to build early literacy and math skills! Ages 18m-5yrs. Every Wednesday at 10:00am from September 17th-December 3rd. For more information, please call 740-942-2623. Book Bugs: Sing & Read Introducing: Book Bugs Sing & Read! Book Bugs is a new program, focusing on music and movement with the addition of a book. Book Bugs will be a 25-30 minute active session for ages 2- 5 years and their grownups, and will take place at 10:00am each Friday beginning September 19th- December 5th. Call 740942-2623 for more information. Join us on Monday mornings at 10:30AM *note time change* for Sing & Play- a new program for children and their caregivers ages 0-18months. During this 25 minute program, we will explore songs, books, toys, and puzzles. This program will take place every Monday from September 15th-December 1st. Please call 740-9422623 for more information. Join us for books, music, crafts, activities, and more to build early literacy and math skills! Ages 18m-5yrs. Every Tuesday at 1:00pm from September 16th-December 2nd. For more information, please call 740-945-6811. S Check us out on Online! Facebook Website Catalog Calendar P Join us for books, music, crafts, activities, and more to build early literacy and math skills! Ages 18m-5yrs. Every Thursday at 1:30pm beginning September 4th. For more information, please call 740-658-3855. C Did you know? All children ages 0-5 in Ohio are eligible for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Children enrolled in this program receive a free book in the mail every single month until their 5 birthday! Scan the QR code or visit ohioimaginationlibrary.org to enroll the child in your life today! th The love of reading is the best gift you can give a child! 1,000 BOOKS before kindergarten Puskarich Public LIBRARY SYSTEM harrison.beanstack.org
Children’s Programs Owl Pellets Stuffed Animal Sleepover Winter Newsletter - November, December, January Children will dissect an owl pellet and learn about what owls eat. An owl pellet is a dense mass of bones, fur, and feathers an owl coughs up after digesting a meal. It is odor-free and safe for children when properly prepared, offering a real-life look at owls and their diet. An owl pellet also illustrates who eats what in a simple food chain. This program will take place on Tuesday, November 25 at 5:30pm. Grades 2nd-6th. Limited spots available. Please call 740-942-2623 or scan the QR code to register. th Monday, November 24th @ 6:00 p.m. Tuck your stuffed friends in for a night at the library! We’ll kick things off with a special evening storytime, then kids will say goodnight as their stuffies stay behind for an overnight adventure. When you pick them up the next day, you’ll enjoy silly photos of their nighttime mischief and a cozy reunion. Please bring one stuffed animal per child. S Location Key P presented by Deerassic Park Education Center Did you know? The Puskarich Public Library System is excited to announce that we now offer Tonies for checkout! Tonies are screen-free, interactive audio figures that bring stories and songs to life when used with a Toniebox, perfect for young listeners. You’ll need your own Toniebox to play them, but we have a great selection of Tonie figures available to check out with a library card in good standing. Stop by to explore this fun, screen-free way to listen, learn, and imagine! Oglebay Zoo to You January 8 at 6:30pm th PICKY EATERS... Can you identify the differences between carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores? Take a look at some of the items on the zoo’s grocery list and decide if any of it looks like something you would want for dinner. To register, please call 740-945-6811. S Fill Your Stocking: Holiday Scavenger Hunt December 4th– 23rd Celebrate the magic of the season with our Fill Your Stocking Scavenger Hunt! Stop by the front desk to pick up your paper stocking and a list of clues, then explore the library to “fill your stocking” with all kinds of festive finds. Each clue leads to a hidden holiday item—find them all and bring your full stocking back to the desk for a small prize! S P S C Puskarich Library Scio Branch Clark Memorial Branch
Children’s Programs Holiday Break C The Scoop on Poop Winter Newsletter - November, December, January Join us for a festive afternoon of bingo fun! Kids will design and decorate their own DIY holiday bingo boards before we play several rounds for prizes. A merry mix of creativity, laughter, and a little friendly competition—perfect for getting into the holiday spirit! Check us out on Online! Our catalog is stocked with books, audiobooks, graphic novels, movies, video games, and more! With a Puskarich Public Library System card, you have access to hundreds of libraries’ collections all over Ohio. P Holiday Bingo - December 22nd Get ready for a delightfully grinchy good time! Join us for cookie decorating, Grinch slime making, and a showing of How the Grinch Stole Christmas with snacks. It’s a cozy afternoon of holiday cheer (with just a touch of mischief)! Grinchmas - December 23rd The Puskarich Library will be offering special Winter Break activities for elementary-aged children! Each afternoon program begins at 2:00 PM and features hands-on crafts, games, and winter-themed fun to keep kids engaged and creative during their school break. We will also have Christmas movies, a card-making station, and coloring stations from 9:00-5:00 each day. Cool off with a showing of Happy Feet and enjoy a hands-on snow-making station after the movie! Kids can create their own “snow” to take home while enjoying a fun, frosty afternoon at the library. “Happy Feet” - December 26th Join us for an afternoon of games, puzzles, and friendly competition! Bring your friends or make new ones while you play classic board games and fun favorites. A perfect way to relax and have some winter break fun at the library! Game Day - December 29th P New Year’s Party We’re throwing a New Year’s party just for kids! Join us on Tuesday, December 30th at 12:00 PM for a fun afternoon of bingo, games, dancing, snacks, and a countdown to 2026 with an awesome balloon drop! Come celebrate, laugh, and dance your way into the New Year! Elementary ages welcome — let’s make it a party to remember! Call 740-942-2623 for more information. P presented by Deerassic Park Education Center Kids will love this fun and interactive presentation all about Ohio mammal scat! Learn wild and surprising facts about animal poop and even get to see realistic replica samples. Join us on January 22nd at 5:30pm for this educational (and slightly gross!) adventure. Scan the QR code or call 740-942-2623 to register. Polar Express Night December 22 at 7:00pm nd All aboard! Families are invited to wear their pajamas, sip hot cocoa, and enjoy the magic of The Polar Express together at the library. A holiday tradition not to be missed! Please call 740-945-6811 for more information and to register. S
Family Programs Cookie Contest Put your puzzle skills to the test at our Puzzles & Pizza night! Teams of two will race to complete a 100-piece puzzle, with prizes for the fastest finishers. Enjoy delicious pizza, good company, and plenty of laughs as you piece your way to victory. Date: Thursday, January 22 Time: 5:00–8:00 p.m. Ages: 13 and up Food: Pizza provided Teams: 2 people per team Call 740-945-6811 to register. Between the Pages: DIY Bookmarks November 20th at 6:30pm Make your mark on your next book! Families and kids are invited to transform plain tassel bookmarks into mini works of art using washi tape, stickers, stamps, doodles, and metallic gel pens. We’ll provide all materials and inspiration—just bring your creativity. Perfect for all ages; younger children may need a helper. Drop in any time during the session and take home a custom bookmark to use right away. Winter Newsletter - November, December, January S Check us out on Online! Calendar November 13 at 6:00pm th We're thrilled to invite you to be a part of our upcoming Cookie Contest! Please consider entering this yummy competition as a BAKER or a JUDGE. Bakers: Bake your favorite cookie recipe and submit your entry(s) for a chance to win prizes!! Entries will be judged according to appearance, flavor, and creativity. Please prepare 2 doz cookies Judges: you will have the exciting opportunity to taste a wide variety of cookies and evaluate them based on their appearance, flavor, and creativity. Call 740-658-3855 to register. C Puzzles & Pizza: A Jigsaw Competition! S Fill Your Plate: Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt November 10th through the 28th Celebrate the season of gratitude with a fun library scavenger hunt! Stop by the front desk to pick up your paper plate and a list of clues. Then, explore the library to “fill your plate” with all the traditional Thanksgiving foods. Each clue will lead you to a different area — find them all, and return your full plate to the desk for a small prize! S Ornaments with Barb December 4 at 6:30 p.m. • $5 per person th Add some sparkle to your tree this year! Local favorite Barb Horn will guide you through painting your very own Christmas ornament to take home and treasure. All supplies are included. Registration is required so Barb can have plenty of ornaments ready for everyone. S Diamond Art Christmas Tree Magnets Thursday, December 18 at 6:00 p.m. Create sparkling Christmas tree magnets with diamond art! All materials provided. Register at 740-945-6811. S www.harrison.lib.oh.us/calendar/month
Family Programs Ready for your next family adventure? With our new Adventure Pass program, library card holders can check out passes to amazing local attractions — completely free! We’re kicking things off with passes to the Akron Zoo and Akron Children’s Museum, available at all three library locations. Call your local library today to reserve your Adventure Pass and start making memories! Puskarich Library: 740-942-2623 Scio Branch Library: 740-945-6811 Clark Memorial Branch: 740-658-3855 Winter Newsletter - November, December, January Adventure Pass – Your Ticket to Explore for Free! Take and Makes—While supplies last at the Scio Branch Library! November: Gratitude Garland: Pick up November 7th December: Cinnamon Stick Reindeer Ornament : Pick up Dec. 8th Janauary : Snowflake Suncatcher: Pick up January 12th Take & Makes S Add some sparkle to your winter! Join us on Monday, January 26 at 6:30 p.m. to create beautiful snowflake diamond art magnets. All materials provided—just bring your creativity! Call 740-945-6811 to register. Snowflake Diamond Art Magnets S Beat the winter chill with a good story! Join our Winter Reading Bingo, running January 2–March 31, and take on fun reading challenges for all ages. Complete your bingo card by reading across different genres and activities, then turn it in for a chance to win prizes. Winter Reading Bingo S Book in a Jar December 1 - 23rd st Think you can guess the mystery book? Stop by the library this winter to take a peek at our “Book in a Jar”! We’ve filled a jar with shredded pages from a wellknown story. Can you figure out the title just by reading the clues? Submit your guess for a chance to win a small prize! One entry per person. P
Adult Programs Friendsgiving Potluck & Recipe Swap Pickleball Christmas Extravaganza Winter Newsletter - November, December, January Join the Pickleball Action! Pickleball is in full swing at the Barr Memorial Center in Scio! Players of all levels are welcome to drop in for friendly games and plenty of fun. Mondays: 5–8pm Wednesdays: 9am–12pm Fridays: 5:30–8:30pm For more information, call 740-942-2623. Thursday, November 13th at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the season of gratitude with good food and great company! Bring a favorite dish to share along with a few copies of the recipe for our community swap. Please note: this is a true potluck event, and participation is limited to those who contribute a dish. Come hungry, leave with new recipes, and enjoy a festive evening of friendship before the holiday rush! Call 740-945-6811 for more information. S Homebound Deliveries S Thursday, December 11th at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the season with music, games, and holiday cheer! DJ The Spikeman will keep the tunes rolling while you enjoy cookies, cocoa, and a night of festive fun. Compete in “Name That Song: Holiday Edition,” silly Minute-to-Win-It games, Christmas trivia, and more. Bring your holiday spirit — Adults only. S P Thanksgiving Lantern November 10th at 5:00pm We’ll provide you with a cardstock template that has been cut on the Cricut. You’ll weed the extra to reveal a beautiful design, and then use vellum to construct a lantern that will make a great Thanksgiving centerpiece. All materials are provided. Please call 740-942-2623 or scan the QR code to register for this program. Vision Board Workshop January 6 at 6:30 p.m. Vision boards are a powerful way to visualize your goals for 2026. Gather a friend and create a board that captures your dreams and inspirations for the year ahead! Bring your favorite quotes or images that speak to your goals. All materials provided. Call 740-945-6811 to register. S P Photography Basics January 8 at 6:00pm th Join us at the Puskarich Public Library in Cadiz on January 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM for a fun and informative photography class designed especially for new camera owners. Whether you just unwrapped a new digital DSLR over the holidays or want to take better photos with your smartphone, this session will cover the fundamentals of great photography—from composition and lighting to simple settings that make a big difference. Perfect for beginners, this relaxed, hands-on workshop will help you start the new year with sharper skills and a fresh creative eye. Can't make it to the library? Let us come to you! Our homebound delivery service brings library materials straight to your door so you can continue enjoying books, audiobooks, and more from the comfort of home. To make arrangements, just call the Main Library at 740-942-2623. We're happy to help!
Adult Programs Canva: Holiday Cards Winter Newsletter - November, December, January December 1st at 6:00pm Learn how to design your own festive holiday cards using Canva! We’ll cover the basics of creating with templates, share design tips, and offer suggestions for where to print your finished cards. Laptops will be available, but we recommend bringing your own device for the best experience. Scan the Calendar QR code or call 740-942-2623 to register. P P Ugly Christmas Sweater Trivia Night December 11th at 6:00pm Gather round the Clark Memorial Branch Library for an evening filled with Christmas cheer! Join us as we celebrate the season with a night of laughter, friendly competition, and holiday spirit. Come dressed in your favorite ugly Christmas sweater (optional, but highly encouraged!) and enjoy a round of festive trivia, delicious snacks, and a few surprise gifts. Bring your friends and family, and help us spread the joy of the holidays together! Registration is required. Call 740-658-3855 to reserve your spot. C Snowflake Ornament December 9 at 5:00pm th Create a cute ornament with us! Paint your wooden ornament, choose a vinyl decal to apply, and then add finishing touches to create a snowy accessory for your tree! Please call 740-942-2623 or scan the QR code to register for this program. P Holiday Soap December 16 at 5:00pm th Get ready for the holidays by making adorable winterthemed soap. Pick a scent, color, and more to create a custom bar of soap. Please call 740-942-2623 or scan the QR code to register for this program. P January Journals January 6 at 5:00pm th Prepare for the New Year by creating a custom journal. Decorate the cover and you’re ready to start writing! Please call 740-942-2623 or scan the QR code to register for this program. P Online Books All available for free with a Puskarich Public Library System Library Card! Location Key P S C Puskarich Library Scio Branch Clark Memorial Branch
New Books Winter Newsletter - November, December, January General Health Screenings Don’t miss the next General Health Screening on Tuesday, December 9 from 7:00am-10:00am at Harrison Community Hospital. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Puskarich Public Library, and all funds raised from the screening directly benefit the Friends group! th Call 740-942-6213 to schedule your appointment. Adult Fiction Adult Non-Fiction Children’s
Puskarich Public Library System Puskarich Library 200 E. Market St. Cadiz, OH 43907 740-942-2623 Monday-Thursday 9:00-8:00 Friday-Saturday 9:00-5:00 200 E. Market Street Cadiz, OH 43907 Nonprofit Org U.S. Postage PAID Permit # 20 Cadiz, Ohio 43907 Scio Branch 331 W. Main St. Scio, OH 43988 740-945-6811 Monday-Friday 11:00-6:00 Closed Wednesdays Clark Memorial Branch 331 W. Main St. Scio, OH 43988 740-945-6811 Monday-Friday 11:00-6:00 Closed Wednesdays Visit our website to learn more!
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