Ann Hutchison, Director Mike DeSan, Fiscal Officer Melissa Futrell, Deputy Fiscal Officer Heather McMullen, President Holly R. Miller, Vice President Kenneth Cheatham, Secretary Jennifer S. Doll Jim Leonard C. Racyne Leskanic Terri L. Masich FALL 2023 EDITION Board of Trustees Administration Friends of the Library Board Members Rhonda Garvin, President Natalie Genet, Vice President Elizabeth Wilson, Secretary Helen Gore, Treasurer Marilyn Dickel, Director Janet Ehrich, Director Conrad Storad, Director The Barberton Public Library is an independent Library that proudly serves the City of Barberton and surrounding areas. Chloe Zofchak PR/Marketing Associate Tim Thrasher Facility Services Manager Olivia Orzech Library Assistant Enchanted Times Staff Chloe Zofchak, Editor Welcome Our New Staff Barberton Public Library is thrilled to introduce three new additions to our team. We believe that the addition of these talented individuals will help us reach new heights. We're excited about the future and can't wait to see the amazing things we will achieve together. Get to know our new team members! Olivia Orzech is our new Library Assistant. She is from Barberton and is excited to meet new people in her position. Along with this, she hopes to get good book recommendations while working at the Library. Outside of work, Olivia enjoys watching movies and hanging out with her dog, Buddy. Olivia’s favorite book is Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children. Stop and say hello to Olivia at the Customer Service desk! Tim Thrasher is our new Facility Services Manager. Tim is from Green, Ohio and his favorite part of his job is interacting with different people. He is looking forward to learning more about the Library. When he’s not at the Library, Tim enjoys fishing and spending time with his family. With Tim’s wealth of knowledge and experience, we are confident that he will bring a fresh perspective to our team. If you see Tim around the Library, stop and say hello! Chloe Zofchak is our new Public Relations and Marketing Associate. Chloe is from Stow, Ohio and recently graduated from Kent State. She is most excited to get the word out about the amazing things happening at the Library! Chloe is an avid reader and her favorite book is The Count of Monte Cristo. In her free time, Chloe enjoys spending time with her cat, Max. You may see Chloe in the Library or at some of the Library’s events and programs. Make sure to say hello! Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 95 Barberton, Ohio Enchanted Times - The Quarterly Newsletter of the Barberton Public Library Hours of Operation Main Library 602 West Park Avenue Barberton, Ohio 44203 (330) 745-1194 Community Health Library 155 Fifth Street, NE Barberton, Ohio 44203 (330) 615-3105 Monday - Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Library Closure Dates November 22 Close at 6 p.m. November 23 Closed December 24 Closed December 25 Closed December 31 Closed @barbertonlibrary Barberton Public Library barbertonlibrary.org 330-745-1194 BARBERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY 602 West Park Avenue - Barberton, OH 44203 If you no longer wish to receive this newsletter, please email pr@barbertonlibrary.org or call 330-745-1194 ext. 1431.
Over 15 local representatives and candidates came to the Library to chat with community members and answer questions. Attendees got to know their representatives and candidates in a relaxed environment! Local representatives and candidates who attended were: Nina Angeloff, Kenny Cheatham, Megann Eberhart, Carol Frey, Rebecca Gearhart, Justin Greer, Monte Harris, Thomas Heitic, William Judge, Tina Ludwig, Todd McKenney, Steve Elliott, Cletus Pulliam, Jennifer Hager, Katrina Cook, Diana Stevenson, Tayler Thompson, Kimberly Trenary, and more. Fall Second Annual Local Author Fair Barberton Public Library was very excited to host 21 authors for the second annual Local Author Fair! This event brought many community members to the Library to celebrate reading locally! As attendees toured the Library, they got to talk to their favorite authors and walk out with signed copies of local authors’ books. We hope to see everyone there again next year! Featured authors at this event included: Don Ake, Josh Bechtel, Jane Blasio, Cynthia Bowers-Martin, Keyanna Christian-Ellis, Dianne Couts, Cari Dubiel, Amanda Flower, Mercy Givens, AudraKate Gonzalez, Tshänä Nkó Jefferson, Joan Kennedy, Richard Koloda, Irv Korman, Kathryn Long, Mindy McGinnis, Bob Morehead, Cat Russell, Conrad Storad, John Taylor, and Jane Turzillo. The Library and the Community First Civic Engagement Night Libraries are more than just books; they are community centers. A place to learn new skills and host community gatherings like this one; it’s about so much more than the books - Amanda Flower, featured local author Alberta Hawse was an employee at the Library for nearly 16 years before she retired. During her time at the Library, she worked in both the Research and Children’s Departments. As an author, playwright, and traveler, she was an inspiration to many at the Library. She authored several books including: The Call of the Green Bird, The Birds of Alberta, and Vinegar Boy: Encounter Christ through the Dramatic Story of Vinegar Boy. Hawse sadly passed away in March of 2009, but her memory is still cherished at the Library. Copies of her published works still have a home on the Library’s shelves. Alberta Hawse will always be remembered with her name on the Walk of Fame, between Kave Coffee Bar and Lake 8 Movies. Alberta Hawse Inducted in the Barberton Walk of Fame Alberta Hawse was an author, playwright, and former Barberton Public Library employee! into a good book Read or listen digitally with: or Reserve your print copy by visiting the Library, calling 330-745-1194, or using the CLENET app
Mastering the Interview 1-2 p.m. 11/ 1 Knights in Training Ages 5-10 4:30-5:30 p.m. 11/ 1 Teen Writing Group Grades 6-12 3-4 p.m. 11/ 7 CSI: Mystery at the Library Ages 5-12 4:30-5:30 p.m. 12/6 DIY Gifts for the Holiday *Registration is required* 2-3:30 p.m. 12/9 Job & Family Services Random Fandom Grades 6-12 3-4:30 p.m. Trivia Night Ages 16 & up 6-7:30 p.m. Christmas Walk Children’s Craft & Letters to Santa *While supplies last* Open until 6 p.m. 11/ 25 The Bad Poet’s Toolbox Grades 6-12 6-7 p.m. 11/ 7 12/ 5 Case worker at the Library from 12-4 p.m. 11/ 13 12/ 11 11/ 13 12/ 11 11/ 28 Holiday Pajama Family Storytime *Registration is required* 6-7 p.m. 12/21 Upcoming Programs & Events There will be a storytime presentation, autographed books for sale and a raffle at the event! Proceeds from the book sale and raffle will go to the Friends of the Library. Your Library is more than just books! Meet Author Conrad Storad and the Story Monster Never stop reading and you‘ll never stop learning! That’s the Story Monster’s motto. Come to the Library and join the little monster on a quest to learn all about the creatures of the night in Storad’s new title, Night Watchers. Conrad J. Storad is the award-winning author or editor of more than 60 science and nature books for children and young adults. Did you know? Get your documents notarized. Apply for your passport. Have books delivered to your door. Job services with OhioMeansJobs. Join a club. And even more! Visit our website to learn more. Saturday, December 2 2-3 p.m.
In Loving Memory of Caroline Rafferty lived her life to its fullest. Caroline worked as a registered nurse at Rafferty Nursing Home and Pleasant View Health Care for several years. After her retirement, Caroline volunteered with hospice organizations and the Barberton Public Library. Caroline acted as the President of the Friends of the Library. On top of everything else, she was active with the Barberton Kiwanis, Barberton High School Key Club, and Builders Club. As a volunteer and the President of the Friends of the Library, Caroline was an important pillar of the Barberton Public Library. Her presence is sorely missed by all who knew her. CAROLINE ‘CAROL’ RAFFERTY The Friends of the Barberton Public Library is a volunteer organization that exists to help enrich the programs, services, and materials provided to the community by the Library. The Friends have bi-monthly meetings on the third Wednesday of every other month. Membership starts at $5 a year Organize and hold book sales Manage book donations Support the Library Fill out a membership application on our website to join! About the Friends of theLibrary News from the Friends of the Library The Friends of the Library are happy to announce that the Mum Fest Book Sale was the most successful they’ve ever had! This success began with the hard work of the Friends, including Caroline Rafferty, who laid the groundwork for this book sale. Thanks to the help of the community, the Friends were able to sell $3125 in inventory! These profits will be used to directly support the Barberton Public Library. Thank you for your continued support! With the help of Barberton Area Community Ministries, the Library was able to provide lunches at the beginning of every class. The Food Access Program at the Barberton Farmers’ Market provided the participants with potted basil plants and tokens to shop with at the Farmers’ Market. East of Chicago Pizza donated pizza for lunch at the final class of the summer. During the school year, the Library is offering Kitchen Confidence Labs once a month. Each lab will focus on a different kitchen topic. Registration is required for each lab to ensure we have enough food and supplies for every participant, and to ensure we are aware of any food allergies. Youth can register through the Library’s online calendar or contact the Children’s Department. Stay tuned for more sessions this winter! Kitchen Confidence Kitchen Confidence is a new program the Library rolled out last summer for kids and teens ages eight to eighteen. This program provides youth with the skills and self-assurance to be comfortable making food for themselves and their families. Throughout the summer, participants worked in groups to practice what they learned, solve problems, and make new discoveries. One class involved following a recipe, measuring out ingredients, and making trail mix. Once they were done, they could eat and share their creations. Participants learned about kitchen safety, specifically food, fire, and knife safety. They were taught how to prepare ingredients on their own by creating their own salads. Knife skills were demonstrated to them by learning the different ways to slice fruits and vegetables, followed by making homemade pico de gallo. Participants learned how to plan meals, easy meals to keep on hand, and how to grow food. get ready for winter reading! Log your reading at barbertonlibrary.beanstack.org Go paperless Track the whole family in one place One time sign-up Get the app! Go to your device's app store, search for "Beanstack Tracker," and follow these steps: Search for Barberton Public Library Click on our Library Follow the steps to register as a family or an individual! COMING SOON Get registered! Paws to Read allows children to practice their reading skills in a non-judgement environment. Read with puppy pals! Upcoming Paws to Read dates: 11/18, 12/9, and 1/20 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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