Orrville library program will teach basics of Excel
The Orrville Public Library has plenty of activities for both young and old on tap for March.
Bits & Bytes: Excel Basics will be offered in Orrville Public Library’s lower-level meeting room to discuss Microsoft Excel on Thursday, March 16 at 5:30 p.m.
Registration is required and can be completed by clicking on the event on the website calendar at www.orrville.lib.oh.us or by calling the information desk at 330-683-1065.
Brick builders
Kids grades k-6 are invited to Orrville Public Library to use their imagination and the library’s LEGOs for themed building activities. There also will be time to build your own creation. This is a three-part series that will be held Thursdays, March 16, 23 and 30 at 4 p.m.
Registration can be completed by clicking the program title on the website calendar or calling the children’s department.
Teen ‘90s Hang Out
Teens grades 6-12 are invited to take a trip back in time to the ‘90s at Orrville Public Library. Wear ‘90s-style clothes, play ‘90s video games, listen to ‘90s music, get snacks and participate in activities. This free event will be Friday, March 17 from 3:30-5 p.m.
Registration is required and can be completed by clicking the event on the website calendar or calling the information desk.
Library podcast
Go “Beyond the Shelf” with Orrville Public Library as a new podcast is available on www.anchor.fm. You also can click on the podcast icon in the upper-right corner of the library website.
This month will showcase Ohio authors. Some are well known, like Toni Morrison and Will Hillenbrand.
March display
Throughout the month of March, the United Federation of Doll Clubs will have dolls on display in Orrville Public Library’s upper-level display case. “Spring Break: A Day at the Beach” will have dolls in beach attire and a selection of books and natural items. Also on display will be tin-type photos.
The display cases were provided with donations made in memory of Morgan Winget, who passed away in 2014. One of the cases is used as a military memorial area. The display in the other case changes periodically, and anyone can submit items for display. Call the information desk for details.
Fraud and consumer info
Recently, Orrville Police Department reported there is a Publisher’s Clearing House scam in the area. Orrville Public Library has a display with various fliers that list resources and tools to help keep personal information safe. Another good resource is the Ohio Attorney General’s website at www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov with a variety of resources dealing with a variety of scams and robocalls.
Thinking of hiring or investing in a business or purchasing a product? Use the library’s free access to Consumer Reports to do your research first. This is one of the many free databases offered through the library website. From the drop-down menu, click the Adult tab and then click Research Databases. Scroll down to find Consumer Reports. Have your library card number handy.