Content provided by MidPointe Library
The MidPointe Library System, serving eastern Butler County with locations in Middletown, Monroe, Liberty Township, Trenton and West Chester, offers traditional library services and materials including books, movies, newspapers, magazines and more, but the library also provides thousands of programs for community members of all ages to enjoy year-round. This winter, visit your library to find new programming to enjoy!
Meals at MidPointe Library
MidPointe offers three weekly opportunities for adults age 60 and older to enjoy a free lunch and activities, plus time to connect and socialize. Registration is required and is available by calling (513) 424-1251 or via www.MidPointeLibrary.org. The meals are funded by Council on Aging and offered in partnership with Warren County Community Services and Meals on Wheels of Southwest OH & Northern KY.
- MidPointe Meals in Monroe – Thursdays, 10:30 AM-1:00 PM at the Monroe Community Center, 6 East Ave, Monroe, OH 45050
- Lunch & Leisure for Seniors – Wednesdays, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM at MidPointe Library Trenton, 200 Edgewood Drive, Trenton, OH 45067
- Friends, Food & Fun for Seniors – Fridays, 10:00 AM-1:45 PM at MidPointe Library West Chester, 9363 Centre Pointe Drive, West Chester, OH 45069
Health and Wellness Programming
The Library also offers multiple ways to live healthier. This includes weekly fitness classes like Walk>15 and yoga, as well as partnerships with the Alzheimer’s Association and UC Health to offer classes for both your mind and body.
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body with the Alzheimer’s Association
Discover how the health of your brain is connected to your overall health and learn ways you can optimize your physical and cognitive health as you age.
- Tuesday, December 10, 2:00 PM at MidPointe Library Monroe
- Thursday, December 12, 10:30 AM at MidPointe Library Middletown
- Tuesday, December 17, 2:30 PM at MidPointe Library Trenton
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s with the Alzheimer’s Association
Learn about the 10 common warning signs of Alzheimer’s and what to watch for in yourself and others as well as the benefits of early detection and diagnosis.
- Tuesday, January 14, 2:00 PM at MidPointe Library Monroe
- Thursday, January 16, 10:30 AM at MidPointe Library Middletown
- Tuesday, January 21, 2:00 PM at MidPointe Library Trenton
Fall Prevention 101 with UC Health
Hear from UC Health staff about strategies for avoiding or eliminating fall hazards to better navigate inside and outside the home.
Wednesday, December 11 & Monday, January 13 at 10:30 AM atMidPointe Library West Chester
Book Clubs and Crafting
Looking for more traditional Library programming? MidPointe offers multiple book club and crafternoon options.
At MidPointe Library Middletown at 10:30 AM
Tuesday, December 3 “Black Cake” by Charmaine Wilkerson
Tuesday, January 7 “The Invisible Hour” by Alice Hoffman
At MidPointe Library West Chester at 6:30 PM
Tuesday, December 10 “The River We Remember” by William Kent Krueger
Tuesday, January 14 “Three-Inch Teeth” by C. J. Box
At MidPointe Library Monroe at 2:00 PM
Tuesday, December 17 “The Love of My Life” by Rosie Walsh
Tuesday, January 21 “A Quiet Life” by Ethan Joella
Crafternoon
Saturday, January 11: 10:30 AM at MidPointe Library Trenton
Thursday, January 16, 2:00 PM at MidPointe Library Liberty
Tuesday, January 28, 11:30 at MidPointe Library West Chester
Join us each month for a different make-and-take craft project. January’s craft is a cross-stitch pendant. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
How to Participate
For more information about any MidPointe Library programming or to register, visit www.MidPointeLibrary.org or call (513) 424-1251.