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Brooke County libraries announce September programs

WELLSBURG -- The Brooke County Public Library and Follansbee Branch have several activities planned in September.

The Brooke County Public Library will host a West Virginia author book talk with state Sen. Ryan Weld at 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, in the River Room. Weld will read excerpts from his book, “The Foundations of Wellsburg,” discuss his writing journey and answer questions. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Registration is required by calling 304-737-1551 or visiting brookecountylibs.org/events.

The library also will show “Project Hail Mary,” rated PG-13, at noon Friday, Sept. 11. Patrons can bring lunch while watching the film. Popcorn and water will be provided. Call 304-737-1551 to reserve a seat.

“Journal Junkies,” a monthly drop-in creative session, will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12. Participants can bring their own journals and materials or use resources and devices provided by the library. The session will be facilitated by Kirstie Perkins, a Kent State University graduate with a background in graphic design, mixed-media arts and creative writing.

The Brooke County Public Library and Follansbee Branch will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, for Labor Day.

For more information, visit brookecountylibs.org/events or call 304-737-1551.

Lane closures set for Veterans Memorial Bridge

BROOKE COUNTY -- The two right lanes of U.S. 22 eastbound on the Veterans Memorial Bridge will be closed beginning Wednesday, Sept. 9, for bridge maintenance.

The closures will begin on the Ohio side and move across the bridge to the West Virginia side throughout the day. Motorists are advised to slow down in the construction area.

Inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances could change the schedule.

Steubenville library board to meet

STEUBENVILLE -- The Board of Trustees for the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County will meet at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, at the Main Library, 407 S. Fourth St.

Those wishing to speak during the public comment period must visit or call the Main Library at 740-282-9782 to sign up by noon Monday, Sept. 7.

Jefferson County events on tap

STEUBENVILLE -- The Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County will offer several programs throughout the county in September.

The Main Library will host a presentation on Harry Houdini at 6 p.m. Sept. 15. Professor Taylor Hagood will explore the famous magician and escape artist's life, career and mysterious death. Registration is required.

Schiappa Branch will hold an Open Art Night from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sept. 15. All ages and abilities are welcome to draw, paint or color.

Dillonvale Branch will host its book club at 10 a.m. Sept. 15 to discuss "Twice" by Mitch Albom. Call the branch to join.

Brilliant and Tiltonsville branches will host Tot Time for children ages 2-4 at 11:30 a.m. Sept. 17, followed by Story Time for children ages 5-10 at 5:30 p.m. Registration is required.

Schiappa Branch will offer Play and Learn for children from birth to age 4 at 5 p.m. Sept. 17 and 10 a.m. Sept. 18. The program introduces young children and their parents to the library through play.

The Main Library will conclude its America 250 and Ohio Goes to the Movies celebration with an outdoor movie at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 19 at the Historic Fort Steuben Amphitheater. The movie will feature Ohioans. The title will be announced by the library. In case of rain, the movie will move indoors to the Main Library. Free popcorn and goody bags will be provided.

For more information or to register for programs, contact the appropriate library branch.

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