How Much Money Has Rodman Library Saved the Community?
Rodman Library has saved the citizens of the Alliance area $ 9,672,865.55 in 2009. Check our new Return on Investment FAQ to find out how.
More Tax Preparation Assistance Available
Additional tax preparation assistance from the AARP Tax Assistance and Preparation program have opened up. The AARP Tax Assistance and Preparation program is geared to taxpayers with low-and middle-income, with special attention to those age 60+. Volunteers are trained to assist in filing tax forms and basic schedules, including the 1040, 1040A, and 1040EZ. Registration for 20 minute appointments is required and will be available on March 9, and April 6. Inquire at the Main Library's Circulation desk, or call 330-821-2665. Alternatively, we would like to offer the income tax preparation assistance program being offered at the Alliance Senior Center every Friday through April 15th (except Good Friday, April 2). It is on a first-come/first-served basis with the doors opening at 8:30 AM (through noon). It is open to all, but geared toward seniors and low/medium income individuals.
March Card Class
Rodman Library will hold a make-and-take card class in March using basic techniques for rubber stamping and scrapbooking. Projects will be demonstrated in this class using the "smackin' acetate" technique. The class will be open to adults and teens. It will be held on Saturday, March 13, at 1 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium. There will be a fee of $5 per person for material cost. Registration is required by Wednesday, March 10, and the fee must be paid at the time of registration. There is a limit of 12 people in the class. For more information call 330-821-2665, extension 224.
Fairmount Children's Home Topic for Historical Society Program
Local resident Carolyn Caskey will visit Rodman Public Library on Saturday, March 20 for a presentation on the early history and little known facts of the Fairmount Children's Home. She will recount the beginnings of the home from when the Rakestraws bought the property and what it was like, selling the property, and naming of the home. Caskey will also talk about the construction of the buildings, which weren't all built at the same time, and the superintendents and their problems. Accompanying the discussion will be pictures from the early 1900s and on, both as slides and on display. Anyone who lived at the home is welcome to attend and share their reminiscences with others in attendance. The program will take place at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 20 in the Main Library Auditorium. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the library at 330-821-2665.
One Book One Community Selection Announced
Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson and David Relin has been selected as the featured read of the One Book One Community program for 2009-10. The author will appear at Mount Union College as the Schooler lecturer on March 23 at 8:00 p.m. A full schedule of the programs is now available. More...
March Computer Classes
The spring 2010 edition of Rodman Library's popular computer classes continues in March. Offerings during the spring session include everything from turning on the computer for beginners to designing a web site for the most advanced computer user. More...
Looking for Lego and Duplo Blocks
The Children's Department is planning a special program beginning this summer using Lego Blocks. If you would be willing to donate gently used Lego or Duplo blocks for this program, please contact: Janet Metzger at 330-821-2665 Ext. 225.
March Lapsit
The Children's Department at Rodman Public Library invites patrons ages 2 & 3 years old to Lapsit Monday evenings, March 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 6:30 p.m. and Wednesday mornings, March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 at 10:30 a.m. Topics will include: music day, cars, buses, machines, and trains. Lapsit is held in the Children's Program Room. Sessions last 20-30 minutes. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. Come as often as you can.
Storytime at the Main Library
Rodman Library will hold story time from March 2 to April 28. Sessions will take place Tuesday evenings from 6:30-7:15 p.m. and Wednesday mornings from 10:15-11 a.m. at the Main Library. Themes for story time include: Goin' to the Dogs, Here Kitty!, Jungle Jamboree, Funny Bunnies, Music Day, On the Farm, Just Ducky, Mouse in the House, and Snakes, Alive. Story time is for children age 4-6. An adult must remain in the library while their child attends story time. Activities will include stories, songs, finger plays and crafts. No registration is required. Come as often as you can.
Young Explorers Program for Ages 7-9
Join the Children's Department at Rodman Library for the Young Explorer's Program. The program is for ages 7-9 and will include stories, crafts, games and other activities. Meetings will be held in the Children's Program Room on the third Wednesday of each month from 4:15-5:00 p.m., beginning October 21, 2009 and ending April 21, 2010. Registration is required and is limited to 15. Call the Children's Department at 330-821-2665 x224 for more information or to register.
Adopt-a-Magazine Drive a Success
During the months of September and October, residents of the Alliance community came forward to 'adopt' a magazine for the library collection at Rodman Public Library. The magazine budget was cut by twenty-five percent this year due to funding reductions. Forty six magazine sponsorships were requested so that the public would continue to have access to the material. The Library wishes to thank the public for generously purchasing thirty three magazines for a total value of $1,053.43. Thank you for stepping forward in this time of need.List of titles adopted...
Library Hours Are Reduced
Due to budgetary concerns, Rodman Public Library shortened its hours August 3, 2009. New hours have been posted.
Rodman Library Notification Policy Changes
In an effort to control costs, Rodman Library will be sending first and second overdue notices and hold notices strictly by phone or email. No paper copies will be sent. Details on how to check your contact information...
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Purchase a Brick for Rodman Library
You have the opportunity of seeing your name in print on a brick that will be displayed permanently in our outdoor reading area in the new bird and butterfly garden courtyard. More...
Rodman Library has created a web site just for children called "Rodman Kids". The site features games and kid-related book information for children in three different age categories: 0-5, 6-8, and 9-11. The brightly colored site includes a mascot based on Dewey the Goldfish who lived in a fishbowl in the Children’s Department at the Main Library. Dewey was brought to life by Kathy Gray Farthing, a local illustrator and graphic artist who owns Farthing Graphic Design. More...
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March 2, 2010
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