January February 2026 PLSJ Newsletter

Library News 3 CROCHET NIGHT Join us for an evening of crocheting, chatting, and snacks! Bring your current work in progress or something new to start. This is not an instructional program so a basic knowledge of crochet is required. Creative Corner for adults CRAFTS Discover your creative side and register for one of these upcoming crafts. It’s free and supplies will be provided. Schiappa Branch, January 7 at 6 p.m. & February 4 at 6 p.m. Arts, Crafts, and Creative Activities Mocktails & Masterpieces Toronto Branch, January 19 Pick up this adult Grab-And-Go art and mocktails kit to enjoy a day of painting at home! While supplies last. Adult Canvas Swap Tiltonsville Branch, February 12 at 5:30 p.m. Swap a work of art for a new painting! Registration is required. ADULT GAME NIGHT Game nights aren't just for kids! Board game players are invited to play and mingle with friends and the community. Tiltonsville Branch, January 8 at 5:30 p.m. We will be playing Yahtzee! Registration is required. PLSJ is a proud recipient of the Ohio Goes to the Movies (OGTTM) grant. Ohio Goes to the Movies is a statewide celebration of movies showcasing Ohioans: actors, directors, writers, composers, locations, and topics, shown in cities and towns across the state in all 88 counties. A signature event of America 250Ohio, OGTTM will start mid-February and run through October – about 250 days of Ohio movie magic showcasing Ohio’s contributions to America’s film industry and movie making. Stay seated with us this year, as PLSJ shows a movie at each library branch and two outdoor movies in the community! Sweet As Candy Adena Branch, February 9 at 5:30 p.m. Dillonvale-Mt. Pleasant Branch, February 12 at 5:30 p.m. Make a candy craft for your valentine. Registration is required. Bling Book Main Library, January 19 at 5:30 p.m. Bring a book or decorate a book provided by the library with diamond art supplies! Registration is required. Sea Glass Art Toronto Branch, February 24 at 5:30 p.m. Create a stunning work of art with sea glass! Registration is required. Schiappa Branch, January 31 at 1 p.m. Tiltonsville Branch, February 19 at 5 p.m. Brilliant Branch, February 26 at 5 p.m. PAINT 'N SIP Relax while you enjoy painting a seasonal scene. Light refreshments and supplies are provided. Registration is required. OHIO GOES TO THE MOVIES (OGTTM) Before we show the movie, PLSJ will start with a pre-program to share and discuss information relating to the rich history of America and Ohio! Adena Branch February 12 at 1 p.m. Guarding Tess Brilliant Branch March 12 at 1 p.m. A Man Called Otto, book discussion then movie Tiltonsville Branch April 17 at 10 a.m. The Shawshank Redemption Schiappa Branch April 19 at 1:30 p.m. The Deer Hunter Dillonvale-Mt. Pleasant Branch May 9 at 1 p.m. Captain America: The Winter Soldier Wednesdays in Wintersville June 3 at 9 p.m. Superman (2025) Main Library July 13 at 11 a.m. Unstoppable Toronto Branch August 13 at 5 p.m. The Ice Pirates Historic Fort Steuben Amphitheater September 19 at 7:30 p.m. The Rescuers Decorative Wall Hanger Main Library, February 24 at 5:30 p.m. Make and decorate a seasonal wall hanging with a wooden template created in the Makerspace. Registration is required.

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