Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library - NOVEMBER 2025
In this Issue

Adult & All Ages Programs
Book Discussions
Tech Help
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Social Media and Blog
Hours
LIBRARY CLOSED
NOVEMBER 20 FOR STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY 
NOVEMBER 27 FOR THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Adult & All Ages Programs
Marblehead Peninsula Writing Group
November 4 & 18; 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Join the Marblehead Peninsula Writing Group at their bi-monthly (twice per month) meeting! Get feedback on your own writing, provide advice for other writers, and learn more about the craft. This is a supportive group, open to all levels of writers and facilitated by an experienced writing teacher. You don't have to bring any of your own writing to share; all who are interested in writing are welcome. 
Email (dkimmel@seolibraries.org) or call (419 798-0477) Dave Kimmel if you have any questions about the group!
No registration required.
Yoga
November 5, 12 & 19; 10-11 a.m.
 
Join Katy Mazzeo for a one-hour yoga session at the Marblehead Branch. No experience required.  Limit of 14 participants.
 
Registration is required.  Either call the library 419-798-0477 or register online. Registration for the next week should open up at 10:00 a.m. on the day of each session.  Please call the library if you have any difficulties or questions.
Lost Legends and the Birth of Danbury Local Schools Athletics
November 6; 6-7 p.m.
Explore the history of Danbury Local Schools' early athletic programs. The community, the players, coaches and the sports they helped evolve from curiosities to multibillion dollar industries. Local historian Tim Mackey's talk will cover 1900 thru post WWII Danbury athletics.  
No registration required.
Crafting with Magoo: Charcuterie Boards
November 12,
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Join Magoo (Margaret Warren) to have fun learning about Charcuterie boards, and the different ways to be creative with your Charcuterie. Bring your creative side and taste buds to find out different ways to prepare Charcuterie boards for the Holidays! 
No registration required, but supplies will be limited.
Marblehead Peninsula Coffee Hour
November 17, 10-11 a.m.
Join us for FREE coffee, tea, and conversation at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library.
The idea behind the coffee hour is to give Peninsula residents and employees a chance to talk with each other in a comfortable and civil setting. This is an open, free-form conversation. Meet your neighbors! Network with other organizations!  Our special guest this month is Charles Allen, President and CEO of Lakeside Chatauqua.
No registration required.

Children & Teen Programs
Story Time 
November 13, 4:30-5:00 p.m.
Join us for a half hour of stories, songs, crafts, and fun!  For ages 3+. Parents or caretakers must remain with their children.
No registration required!
LEGO®mania 
November 15, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Kids! Come join us for a LEGO®-building extravaganza!  Work individually or in teams. Let your imagination soar!
We have DUPLO® blocks available for the little ones, so anyone age 3+ is welcome to join us. Parents must remain with children eight and under. No registration required.
Crafting with Magoo Kids:
Oreo Turkeys 
November 22, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
It's close to Thanksgiving so let's make an Edible Turkey to take home and eat. Of course, the turkey is made of…Oreos!  Magoo (Margaret Warren) will show you how to make an Oreo turkey with all the supplies you will need. 
No registration is required but supplies will be limited. Children 8 and under need to have a parent or adult stay with them.

Book Discussions
Pulitzer Prize Book Club
November 13, 4-5 p.m.
Visit Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library to read & discuss a Pulitzer Prize winning book. Now is your chance to read one and discuss it with a lively group!   This month's book is A Summons to Memphis, by Peter Taylor.
No registration required.
Otterbein Book Club
November 17, 1-2 p.m.
Otterbein Marblehead SeniorLife Community
9400 N Shore Blvd, Lakeside Marblehead
The Otterbein Book Club is open to anyone; you do not need to be a resident of Otterbein to participate. This month's book is The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett, by Annie Lyons. Copies of the book are available at the library branch. 
No registration required. 
Tech Help
Need help with a smart phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Sign up for one of our 30-minute one-on-one Tech Help sessions at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. 
 
Registration is required, sign up on our website calendar or by calling the library at 419-798-0477.
 
Tech Help sessions are held on Tuesdays 3-4 p.m. and Wednesdays 10-11 a.m.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Calling all caregivers! Sign up your children from birth until kindergarten for this early literacy program on Beanstack. Prizes can be picked up at the library for registration and each 100 books read.
 
Looking for even more info and resources? Visit the official website of 1000 Books Before Kindergarten.
Social Media and Blog
Hours
 
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10:00 - 2:00
Tuesday: 3:00 - 7:00
Wednesday: 10:00 - 2:00
Thursday: 3:00 - 7:00
Friday: 10:00 - 2:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 2:00
Looking for more to do? See all programs on our online calendar. 
Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library
710 West Main Street
Marblehead, Ohio 43440
419-798-0477

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