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McKinley Birthplace Home to commemorate McKinley’s birthday

MCKINLEY BIRTHDAY: Events are planned in Niles for President William McKinley’s birthday Saturday. The McKinley Birthplace Home, 40 S. Main St., will be open 2 to 4 p.m. to wish President McKinley (portrayed by Mike Wilson) a happy 182nd birthday. The celebration will include games and light refreshments. At 3 p.m. Wilson will discuss the role faith played in McKinley’s upbringing. The home will be open for tours 2 to 4 p.m.

The National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum will be open noon to 4 p.m. Saturday in honor of McKinley’s birthday. There will be a new case exhibit on the main floor featuring a portion of the extensive political campaign memorabilia in the museum’s collection. The museum will be open for tours, and the Museum Director, Belinda Weiss, will be available to give an overview and history of the memorial and answer any questions. Light refreshments will be served.

MAGIC THE GATHERING: McKinley Memorial Library will present “MML Plays: Magic the Gathering” from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the McKinley Birthplace Home in Niles.

Participants 12 and older will gather for Magic the Gathering and learn to play the popular trading card game. Tom Vaughn of ICG Hobbies & Games in Niles will demonstrate the game. No experience is necessary. Registration is required at 330-652-1704, ext. 3.

TRIVIA EVENT: The Girard Multi-Generational Center, Trumbull Avenue, will host trivia fun and an ice cream bar from 10 a.m. to noon Friday. Participants will test their knowledge on different topics. An ice cream bar with all the toppings will be available.

RALLY IN THE VALLEY: Men’s Rally in the Valley will host an opening volunteer meeting 6:30 p.m. today at BOC Water Hydraulics, 12024 Salem Warren Road, Salem. The Men’s Rally in the Valley is set for May 24 at Stambaugh Auditorium.

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