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WASHINGTON-CENTERVILLE
PUBLIC LIBRARY’S 2016 ANNUAL
REPORT WAS RECENTLY MAILED TO
ALL HOUSEHOLDS IN CENTERVILLE
AND WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP
SUMMARIZING THE WAYS IN WHICH
THE LIBRARY IS MAKING A POSITIVE
IMPACT.
Some highlights include:
• Citizens checked out more than 2 million
items in 2016.
• Over a million dollars was spent on new
materials in multiple formats. Materials
spending accounts for 16% of total library
expenses.
• More than 1 million printed books were
checked out in 2016, making it the most
circulated format in the library’s collection.
• More than 3,500 children and teens read
nearly 60,000 books during the Library’s
summer reading program.
• A new Nature Literature Trail called
Owlexander’s Tyke Hike was installed at
Schoolhouse Park to reinforce toddler
early literacy skills through shape, color
and number recognition.
• 67,000 citizens learned something new
via the 1,500 learning opportunity events
offered in 2016.
• Hamilton – a special travelling exhibit
hosted by the Library – provided a fun and
educational way to learn about our nation’s
history.
• New online learning tools like Lynda.com
and Brain HQ help grow personal skills and
promote brain fitness.
• The entire community, including all high
school students, were invited to read and
discuss the same book, The Other Wes
Moore, in the summer of 2016.
• Total expenditures rose only 1% over 2015.
Over the past three years, expenses have
grown less than $300,000.
• Citizens receive $4.67 in services in return
for every $1 spent in taxes for the Library.
• Friends of WCPL celebrated their 5th year
anniversary and now boast more than 200
members. To date this group has given more
than $121,000 in grants to the Library.
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COMMUNITY READ 2017
The Library and Centerville High
School invite the entire community
to join us this summer in reading
Outcasts United by Warren
St. John. The book tells the incredible
true story of the Fugees – short for
refugees – a soccer team of refugee
kids living in Clarkston, Georgia. The
book is an engaging look at what it
was like being new to America, and
how the town itself learned to adapt,
benefit, and grow along with their
new neighbors. There are several
ways to get involved:
• Read the book! The library can
assist in finding copies if needed;
• Come to one of our book
discussions in July, offered for both
teens and adults;
• Learn more about refugee
issues by coming to any of three
programs in June, all geared for
adults and high school students.
See the General Events page for
more detail.
programs
Sensory Storytime
A storytime that engages children by movement, body
awareness, and other sensory activities. This storytime
serves children with autism, language delay, sensory
processing disorder, and children with disabilities.
Parents, caregivers, siblings, and therapists welcome. All
sessions are from 11 AM - Noon at Centerville Library.
Date: May 6
Sensory Storytime will resume October 7
Go Undercover:
May 30 – July 29
Baby & Toddler: Newborn
– 36 months
Children: Preschool –
Grade 5
Read and win this summer!
Register for either the Baby
& Toddler or Children’s
Summer Reading Club!
Babies & Toddlers, along with a caregiver, complete
daily early literacy activities to earn a free board book!
Children in Preschool – Grade 5 will track books or hours
read for a chance to win prizes
such as a $15 Target or Barnes
& Noble gift card. Finish three
gamecards to win a free book at
the end of the club! Attend fun
programs, enter raffles & contests,
and create crafts all summer
long! Visit the Children’s Room or
online at www.wclibrary.info/src
for more information!
GO
Super Readers
Calling all 1st & 2nd grade bookworms! Join our book
club for some fun reading with other kids your age. For
parents and children to enjoy together from 6-7 PM at
Centerville Library. For more info, visit
kids.wclibrary.info/superreaders/.
(Grades 1 - 2 with a parent or guardian)
Date:
May 18
June 29
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Book Theme:
Please read a biography from the Who Was… series.
Please read any book
from the Kung Pow
Chicken series by
Cyndi Marko.
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School Night at the Library
Visit the Centerville Library to see your principal and
teachers DURING THE SUMMER! On your visit,
update your Summer Reading Club gamecard and
get book recommendations from your principal or
teachers. You can also make fun crafts, get a library
card and receive a prize OR enter your name for
a chance to win a special library privilege! All are
scheduled from 6-7 PM.
Wednesday, June 14 – Stingley Elementary
Monday, June 19 – John Hole Elementary
Wednesday, June 21 – Weller Elementary
Monday, June 26 – Cline Elementary
Wednesday, June 28 – Primary Village North
Thursday, June 29 – Normandy Elementary
Monday, July 17 – Driscoll Elementary
Thursday, July 20 – Primary Village South
Throwback Family Movie Night
Join us for a throwback movie, popcorn and snacks!
Bean bags or pillows are welcome. 6:30 – 8:30 PM
at Centerville Library.
DatesMovie
May 19 The Rescuers,
Rated G.
June 30 Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey, Rated G.
Tail Waggin’ Tutors
*Due to limited space, registration required. Child must be
able to read independently.
Read to a dog to improve reading skills! All sessions
held at Centerville Library. Schedule a 15-minute slot
today with a librarian at the Children’s Desk or call
(937) 433-8091 opt. 3.
(Kindergarten - Grade 5)
Tutor Dates:
Thurs., May 4 Mon., May 8 Mon., May 15 Mon., June 5 Thurs., June 15 Thurs., June 22 Mon., June 26 Times:
4:30 - 5:30 PM
6:30 - 7:30 PM
4:30 - 5:30 PM
6:30 - 7:30 PM
4:30 - 5:30 PM
6:30 - 7:30 PM
4:30 - 5:30 PM
programs
May
9
7 - 8 PM
Centerville Library
(Preschool – Grade 5)
A Night with High School Musical, Jr.
Enjoy a short performance of High School Musical, Jr. by
Town Hall Theatre cast members! Then enjoy crafts and
games related to the story! http://www.washingtontwp.
org/recreation/theatre/productions/landmark-theatre/
high-school-musical-jr
Presented in conjunction with Town Hall Theatre.
May
17
Family Storytime
Join us on select Saturdays for an hour of stories and a
craft! 11 AM - 12 PM at Centerville Library.
Dates:Topic:
Sat., May 20
Down on the Farm
Sat., June 10
Simply Silly
June
12
10 - 11 AM
Centerville Library
(Birth – 5 Years and Caretaker)
6:30 - 7:30 PM
Centerville Library
(Preschool – Grade 5)
Dr. Insecta and the
Incredible Bug Lab
Experience
Join us for a night full of bugs!
Participate in this interactive and
educational bug lab that includes
real live bugs!
Fun with Dear Zoo
*Due to limited space, registration required.
This workshop will show parents how to incorporate early
literacy activities while playing, singing, talking, reading,
and writing at home. The program is intended for parents
and children ages birth – 5 years to enjoy together.
June
1
4 - 5 PM & 7 - 8 PM
Centerville Library
(Preschool – Grade 5)
June
16
6 - 8 PM
Centerville Library
(For the Family)
Outdoor Family Game Night
Enjoy playing large outdoor games such as Jenga,
Connect 4, and more!
If raining, games will be moved indoors.
Fun with Mike Hemmelgarn
Enjoy this
hilarious and
engaging
show with
entertainer Mike
Hemmelgarn! Be
ready to giggle!
Heads in Books: Kids Book Club
June
2
10:30 - 11:30 AM
Centerville Library
(6 – 36 Months)
Baby Boogie
Boogie to some of our
favorite storytime songs
and fingerplays!
Space is limited. No
strollers, please.
Join our book club for some fun reading with other kids
your age. Visit kids.wclibrary.info/headsinbooks/ for more
information. Club meetings are held at Centerville Library
from 7 - 8 PM. (Grades 3 - 5)
Date:
Book Theme:
May 18
Please read a biography.
June 29
Please read Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds
Naylor. Pick up a copy of the book,
while supplies last, at the Centerville
Children’s Desk.
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Bookmarked: A Book Club for Teens
*Due to limited space, registration required.
Join other teens for a book
discussion while you enjoy
Bill’s Donuts and drinks!
Copies of the book are
available at the Children’s
Desk. No library card required. We meet at Centerville
Library from 7 - 8 PM. (Grades 6 - 12)
Dates:Book:
May 11
Scythe by Neal Shusterman
June 8
Knights of the Borrowed Dark
by Dave Rudden
May
6 - 8:30 PM
Centerville Library
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(Grades 6 – 12)
Teen Movie Night
*Due to limited space, registration required.
Join us for a movie, popcorn, and snacks! We’ll be
watching Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.
Please note this movie is rated PG-13. While anyone in
grades 6 - 12 is welcome, those under 13 should attend at
the parent’s discretion.
May June
30 , 6 , 13,
20 , 27
7 - 8:30 PM
Centerville Library
(Grades 6 - 12)
Totally Teen Tuesdays
Join us for video games (May 30,
June 13 & 27) and Bingo (June 6 &
20) while you eat snacks, win prizes,
and have fun with friends!
June
17
2 - 3:30 PM
Centerville Library
(Grades 6 – 12)
Teen Fun in the Sun
*Due to limited space, registration required.
Celebrate the start of summer and join us for an exciting
outdoor program! Compete in water balloon fights, relay
races, and more fun outside activities where you can be as
loud as you want!
You will get wet! Please dress accordingly.
JustTeens
TAB Meeting Dates: 4 – 5 PM at Centerville Library
May 1 • May 15 • June 5
Go Undercover this Summer!
May
16
7 - 8:30 PM
Centerville Library
(Grades 6 – 12)
Totally Teen Tuesday: Board Games
Eat snacks, win prizes, and have
fun with your friends while you play
new board games as well as some
old school favorites!
Teen Contests
Book Decoder: May 30 – June 11
Mystery Match: June 12 – 25
Hidden Mystery Search: June 26 – July 9
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Summer fun is
just a click away!
The Teen Summer
Reading Club – Go
Undercover – runs
May 30 – July
29. Win prizes
like Amazon,
GameStop, and Target gift cards just for reading! Read 8
books by July 29 to be eligible for grand prizes, including
$100 Amazon gift cards or prize packs of your choice! Visit
the Teen Section for more Summer Reading Club details!
Register online at wclibrary.info/src.
Community Read
Participate in the Community Read this summer by reading
Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team,
and One Woman’s Quest to Make a Difference by Warren
St. John. Or read the teen adaptation, Outcasts United:
The Story of a Refugee Soccer Team that Changed a Town.
Once you’ve read the book, come to the Centerville Library
Teen Section and submit your name into a raffle for a $25
Amazon gift card!
programs
June
3
2nd Monday Authors
Stop by on the 2nd Monday of each month and meet
local authors in the Centerville Library lobby. Books will
be available to purchase. Each event will be from 1-3 PM.
Dates
Featured Authors
Featured Books
Meredith Doench
May 8
Crossed
June 12
D. Ralph Young
Forgotten
Warriors
Lee Roy Young
The Greatest
Football Program
of All Time
Chuck Gabringer
Hockey in Dayton
May 6:30 - 8:30 PM
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Centerville Library
(For Adults & High School Students.
Parental guidance is suggested.)
Active Shooter: Be
Prepared!
Learn what to do during an
active shooter situation. Local
experts will share insight and
suggestions.
Included will be presentations by:
• Centerville Police
• Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office
• Washington Township Fire Department
• Centerville City Schools
May 2 - 3:30 PM
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Centerville Library
(For Adults & High School Students)
Bigfoot In Ohio
Hear what Mike Miller and Mike
Feltner of the Ohio Night Stalkers
have learned in trying to track down
Bigfoot in Ohio. Watch the film clip
from the famed 1967 PattersonGimlin film, listen to amazing audio
captured in Adams County in 2014, see displays of
items pertaining to their research, and more. The
presenters are scheduled to be on the Discovery
Channel this summer with their newest revelations!
11 AM - 12:30 PM
Centerville Library
(For All Ages)
Iditarod: The Last Great Race
Learn about the history of Alaska’s annual race! Karen
Land, a 3-time Iditarod participant from Indiana,
will discuss her involvement with sled dog racing and
participation in the 1,100 mile Iditarod Sled Dog Race
across Alaska. She will bring her sled dog, Noggin, along
with gear, arctic clothing and other items!
AfterWords
Join us Monday nights at 7 PM
on Facebook to talk about books
with fellow book lovers. There are
no assigned books to read. Just get
online and chat about what you’ve
been reading!
Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/wclibrary.info.
Dates
May 8, 15, 22
June 12, 19, 26
Community Read Events in June
Join us in learning more about the issues
facing refugees today. All events are for Adults
& High School Students and will be held at
Centerville Library, 6:30-8 PM. Jointly offered
by Catholic Social Services of the Miami Valley.
God Grew Tired of Us: A Documentary
June 19 – National Geographic’s stunning film tracks
the lives of three refugees from Sudan and perfectly
relays all the danger, hardship, worry, and experiences
they face when they leave their homeland and start their
lives over again in the United States.
Refugee 101
June 22 – Gain a broad overview of the refugee
resettlement process, including how refugees are
different from other immigrants, how the Refugee
Priority System works, and more. Reservations in
advance are appreciated but not required.
Local Refugee Stories
June 29 – Hear first-hand accounts of the refugee
experience from those who have been resettled in the
Dayton area. Gain a deeper understanding of the
conflict which caused them to apply for refugee status,
and hear what their experience has been since arriving in
the United States.
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programs
Genealogy Interest Group
May
3
8:30 – 10 AM
Centerville Library
6
8:30 – 10 AM
Centerville Library
10 AM – 12 PM & 1 – 3 PM
Centerville Library
Beginning Microsoft Word 2010
May
8
6:30 – 8 PM
Centerville Library
May
15
May
15
Intermediate Microsoft
Word
6:30 – 8 PM
Centerville Library
Data Mining @ the
Library (DEMO)
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Centerville Library
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Microsoft Word 2010 for
Writers & Researchers
May
Intermediate Microsoft
Excel 2010
May
6:30 – 8 PM
Centerville Library
Beginning Kindle Fire
May
9
6 – 8 PM
Centerville Library
May
10
May
10
May
13
May
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Genealogy Workshop
(2-SESSION CLASS)
May
6
June
Space is limited & registration is required for all tech programs.
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Beginning Microsoft
Publisher
10 – 11:30 AM
Centerville Library
Beginning Microsoft
Excel 2010
6:30 – 8 PM
Centerville Library
Beginning Microsoft
PowerPoint 2010
10:30 AM – 12 PM
Centerville Library
iPad Basics
1 – 3 PM
Centerville Library
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6:30 – 8 PM
Centerville Library
May
30
Intermediate Kindle Fire
June
Advanced Microsoft Excel 2010
7
June
12
6 – 8 PM
Centerville Library
6:30 – 8 PM
Centerville Library
LinkedIn (DEMO)
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Centerville Library
programs
Business Lunch & Learn
Brown Bag Business Lunch
& Learn is held the first
Wednesday of every month
at Centerville Library from
Noon-1PM. Attendees are
welcome to bring their lunch;
beverages and dessert will be
provided.
May
6 - 8 PM
Centerville Library
20
(For Adults)
Breakout of the Library
*Due to limited space, registration required.
Escape the Library! You and your team will have 45
minutes to solve a series of riddles, decipher the clues, and
find the key to escape! Do you have the brainpower and
teamwork skills needed to win? Open to ages 16 and older.
Cybersecurity in Business
May 3
There will be no Lunch & Learn sessions during
the summer.
May
13
10:30 AM - 2 PM
Centerville Library
(For Adults)
Senior Resource Fair
*Due to limited space, registration required.
Entire event from 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Registration
required for morning seminar. In honor
of National Older Americans Month
(May), eldercare attorney Michael J.
Millonig will conduct a seminar on
how to protect assets from nursing
homes and the risks of gifting to
children. Representatives from nonprofit organizations (Alzheimer’s Assn., Ombudsman’s
Office, RTA, SilverLink, Legal Aid and more) will have
information available in the Lobby 12 – 2 PM.
May
13
1 - 2:30 PM
Centerville Library
(For Adults)
Coffee 101
*Due to limited space, registration required.
Learn how to make the perfect cup of coffee every time
by using the correct tools, water, beans, the right grind
and more! Advance
reservations by May 10
are requested but not
required. Take time to visit
our Senior Resource Fair
in the library lobby!
Presented by Charles Nick
from The Wright Cup.
June
10:30 AM - 12 PM
Centerville Library
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(For Adults)
Senior Solutions
Professional organizer Lori Firsdon shares helpful
organizing solutions designed for the unique needs of
seniors. Discover how to tackle decades worth of papers,
household items, and sentimental belongings.
No reservations are necessary. Presented by Lori Firsdon of
Forte Organizers.
Uncorked
Unwind with a lively book discussion in
a casual atmosphere. Read the month’s
selection and join us at Rumbleseat
Wine, 5853 Far Hills Avenue, at 7 PM.
Dates
May 1
June 5
Book
House at the Edge of Night
by Catherine Banner
The Girls
by Emma Cline
UnWined
If you thought coloring was just for kids, think
again! Join us at Rumbleseat Wine, 5853 Far Hills
Avenue, at 6:00 PM for some creative fun! Coloring
relieves stress, generates well-being, and stimulates
brain areas related to motor skills, the senses, and
creativity.
Dates
May 1 & June 5
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Page Turners
Booked for Lunch
In conjunction with the Centerville-Washington
Park District and Centerville-Washington History,
the Library co-hosts a lunchtime book discussion
on historical topics. Bring a brown bag lunch and dessert will
be provided. Held at Smith House at Bill Yeck Park, 2230 E.
Centerville Station Road, from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM.
Register at https://apm.activecommunities.com/cwpd/
Activity_Search/booked-for-lunch/4520 or call 433-5155.
DatesBook
May 3
Invisible Soldiers
by Ann Hagedorn
June 7 The Boys in the Boat
by Daniel James Brown
Book discussion. All Page Turners
sessions meet the third Tuesday of each
month from 1-2 PM at Woodbourne @
Cross Pointe.
DatesBook
May 16 I Feel Bad About
My Neck
by Nora Ephron
June 20 The Wonder
by Emma Donoghue
Book Ends
Book discussion. All Book Ends sessions meet
the third Thursday of each month from 7-8 PM
in the Centerville Library conference room.
DatesBook
May 18 I Feel Bad About My Neck
by Nora Ephron
June 15 The Wonder
by Emma Donoghue
save the date
Mark your calendars for Tea at Two: A Summer Picnic
on Saturday, July 22, at Centerville Library. Registration
opens June 15, 10 AM. Seating is limited.
Hours
Centerville Library
Mon-Fri 10 AM-9 PM
Sat 10 AM-5 PM
Sun 1-5 PM
Woodbourne @ Cross Pointe
Mon-Thur 10 AM-9 PM
Fri 10 AM-6 PM
Sat 10 AM-5 PM
Sun Closed
Locations
Centerville Library
111 W. Spring Valley Rd.
Centerville, OH 45458
937/433-8091
WCPL Knitting Group
Do you enjoy knitting or would
you like to learn how to start?
Socialize, learn new skills, work
on projects, share patterns,
or learn some basic skills. All
experience levels are welcome!
We meet from 2-3:30 PM in the
Centerville Library conference
room.
Dates
May 20 & June 17
Board of Trustees
Randell P. Bowling
Richard Carr, Jr.
Elizabeth Cline
Barbara Denison
Robert Hanseman
Woodbourne @ Cross Pointe
Carol Herrick
101 E. Alex Bell Rd, Suite 118 Ram Nunna
Centerville, OH 45459
937/433-8091
Kim Senft-Paras,
Library Director
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