The Giving Tree at Troy-Miami County Public Library will be accepting donations throughout the Big Read to benefit 4 Paws For Abilities. The library will be collecting the following items: New or Used/Clean towels and washcloths, Dog Toys (Kong or Nylabone Brands), or Dog Food and Treats (Pup-Peroni, Milk-Bone, or Kibbles ‘N Bits Brands). Stop by to donate anytime through March 31.
“Reel in a Good BOOK!” at Troy-Miami County Public Library! Registration for this Spring Session will begin at 9 a.m. on Monday, March 5, 2018; you can drop in at the Troy-Miami County Public Library, use online registration at www.tmcpl.org, or call 937-339-0502 to register. The full brochure of programming is available below.
Due to the inclement weather, the Oakes-Beitman Memorial Library in Pleasant Hill and the Local History Library are closed today, Saturday, January 13, 2018.
Registration for the winter session will begin at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, January 2, 2018; you can drop in at the Troy library, use online registration at https://www.tmcpl.org/calendar, or call 937-339-0502 to register.
Troy-Miami County Public Library will offer a Fine Forgiveness program for cardholders between November 24 and December 31. During this time only, all accumulated overdue fees will be waived.
Troy-Miami County Public Library, Oakes-Beitman Memorial Library, and the Troy Local History Library have recently upgraded their wireless networks.
THE BIG READ BOOK FOR 2018: The Underdogs by Melissa Fay Greene
Miami Valley readers have cast their votes and chosen the next book for the Big Read community reading project. The winner is The Underdogs: Children, Dogs and the Power of Unconditional Love, by Melissa Fay Greene. This nonfiction book tells the story of the founding of 4 Paws For Ability, a nonprofit organization based in Xenia, Ohio, that trains and places service dogs internationally.
Mango is free for all library patrons and can be accessed anywhere with an Internet connection. Each lesson combines real life situations and audio from native speakers with simple, clear instructions. The courses are presented with an appreciation for cultural nuance and real-world application by focusing on the four key elements of language learning: vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and culture.
Thursday, December 8 • 6 p.m.
Join us for holiday fun in your favorite festive or most hideous holiday sweaters! There will be prizes, an ugly cookie decorating contest, and more. For families
with kids of all ages and teens. Registration is required and available online using the link below beginning Monday, November 28.
Hey, teens in 6th-12th grades! Come to the library after we are closed for after-hours fun. There will be pizza, snacks, door prizes, and more.
Friday, December 9 • 6 - 8 p.m. - It's Movie Night and we will feature the holiday classic - ELF!
Register for the fun beginning Friday, November 23 HERE
Saturday, December 10 • 12:30 OR 2:30 p.m.
Stress got you down? Come to meet Tonya Lee Carrie, author of the book, "I Am My Father's Daughter... Reconciliation Heals". A life coach, public, and motivational speaker, she will inspire and encourage you through the stress of the holiday season. Featuring a cameo skit with comedic character Ms. SuGah sharing 'nuggets of wisdom' on 'rules of dating,' to keep things fun. Refreshments will be served, and copies of her book will be available to purchase.
Please join us at 6:30 p.m. on the 3rd Monday evening of each month for a lively book discussion. Each month's book will be available for checkout at the library. New members are always welcome! No registration is required. For more information call 937.339.0502 ext. 115.
Dec 19 • The Music of Bees by Eileen Garvin
Jan 16 - The Love Story of Missy Carmichael by Beth Morrey
Feb 20 - Horse by Geraldine Brooks
Mar 20 - In Five Years by Rebecca Serle
