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Many times, small communities are thought to be small-minded -- as if a lack of size determines foresight and imagination.

Lucky for the staff of Twinsburg Public Library, Karen Tschudy came to Twinsburg 24 years ago, inspired by the possibilities she found in this moderately-sized suburb. Tschudy stood in an 11,000-square-foot, land-locked building and got to work developing plans that two decades later have brought the library national recognition and made it a destination of choice for residents.

It will be very sad saying goodbye to her, but at the same time, the staff is happy that she can begin a well-earned retirement, knowing she is leaving behind a wonderful legacy. The public is welcome to join the Twinsburg Public Library Board of Trustees and Friends of the Twinsburg Public Library in celebrating Tschudy's distinguished career during an open house in her honor May 18 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Attend couples therapy

The library will host relationship expert Kathy Dawson on May 7 at 7 p.m. Dawson will address different strategies needed by new couples, new marrieds and new parents to keep their relationships vibrant and alive. Dawson is "the leading relationship coach in Northeast Ohio" and the author of "Diagnosis: Married" and "Cleveland Couples." She appears frequently on local radio and television. Register for the program by calling the reference desk at 330-425-4268 ext. 2, or visit www.twinsburglibrary.org to register online.

Learn about marriage and money

Learn how to set up a new financial household on May 19 at 7 p.m. Christy Corrice, a financial representative, will present a program for couples. They will learn to work as partners to create a budget and a long-term financial plan. Call the Reference Desk at 330-425-4268 ext. 2 or go online to www.twinsburglibrary.org to make a reservation.

Investment tips offered at the library

Anyone interested in stocks and mutual funds will find a wealth of useful information in the Twinsburg Library's online Morningstar Investment Research Center. This resource includes up-to-the-minute data on 20,000 stocks and funds with independent analysts' opinions on many of them. Morningstar Investment Research Center is available whenever the library is open. Reference staff will be happy to assist anyone who would like to try this valuable resource.

Free May computer classes offered

* Introduction to Windows XP -- May 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. Prerequisite: None;

* Intermediate Word 2003 -- May 15 from 2 to 4 p.m. Prerequisite: Word class or basic Word knowledge;

* Introduction to Digital Photography Basics -- May 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. Prerequisite: Intro to Windows, or basic Windows knowledge; and

* Learn How to Buy and Sell on Ebay Program -- May 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. Prerequisite: Internet Class or basic Internet knowledge.

Mocha Moms sponsor child obesity program

Mocha Moms Inc. of the Cleveland Southeast Suburban chapter will host a Health Fair on May 4 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the library.

The topic will be the "Rise of Child Obesity." Guest speaker will be Dr. Rita Beckford, and there will be some free health screenings available. Several hospitals will be represented, include Summa Health, Akron Children's Hospital and Buckeye Community Health. There will be light refreshments and a few door prizes available.