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Storytime with Rachel

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's area (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Families
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and creative movement! Stay and play with friends afterward. Families with preschoolers and school age kids are welcome. Every Tuesday from 4 t

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Children's area (Wells)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for stories, songs, and creative movement! Stay and play with friends afterward. Families with preschoolers and school age kids are welcome. Every Tuesday from 4 to 5 p.m. ...

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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Discovery Hour

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday for an interactive storytime for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and grade school children. Weekly activities include themed sensory bins, crafts, readin

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Storytime
Event Details:
Join us every Wednesday for an interactive storytime for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and grade school children. Weekly activities include themed sensory bins, crafts, reading, games, and more.  ...

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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

After School Movie: Encanto

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Film / Video Screening
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Teens, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly after school program! Come relax, watch a family friendly movie, and enjoy some refreshments. This month's movie is Encanto! This event is open to all ag

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Teens, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Film / Video Screening
Event Details:
Join us for our monthly after school program! Come relax, watch a family friendly movie, and enjoy some refreshments. This month's movie is Encanto! This event is open to all ages, but the film is rated PG. ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Mini Felt Friends

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Drop in after school to make your own mini felt friend! Use a pattern, or create your own design. Every Thursday afternoon in May, from 4 to 5 pm.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:
Drop in after school to make your own mini felt friend! Use a pattern, or create your own design. Every Thursday afternoon in May, from 4 to 5 pm. ...

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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Multi-Age Storytime

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids' zone (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Event Details:

Join us for a weekly Storytime in Nelsonville Library's Kids' Zone! We'll read books, rhyme rhymes, sing songs, and color coloring sheets! There's no pressure for children to

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Kids' zone (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for a weekly Storytime in Nelsonville Library's Kids' Zone! We'll read books, rhyme rhymes, sing songs, and color coloring sheets! There's no pressure for children to be silent or still during this Storytime.  The goal is for them ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Homing Pigeons with Pete Thompson

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Is it a pigeon or a dove? Join us to find out! Our guest Pete Thompson has maintained a loft since childhood and will talk about the homing instinct of his birds. (They can fi

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Science & Nature
Event Details:
Is it a pigeon or a dove? Join us to find out! Our guest Pete Thompson has maintained a loft since childhood and will talk about the homing instinct of his birds. (They can find their way home from hundreds of miles away, but how?) A release ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

First Friday Game Night

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us on the first Friday of the month. We have a variety of games available - board games, card games, Wii games, street games. Snacks provided. For all ages.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:
Join us on the first Friday of the month. We have a variety of games available - board games, card games, Wii games, street games. Snacks provided. For all ages. ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Anime Movie Night

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Film / Video Screening, Travel & Culture
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Join us to watch a family-friendly anime movie! Suggestions for specific titles rated G or PG are welcome. Otherwise, we will vote for options chosen by the librarian.

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Families
Program Type: Film / Video Screening, Travel & Culture
Event Details:
Join us to watch a family-friendly anime movie! Suggestions for specific titles rated G or PG are welcome. Otherwise, we will vote for options chosen by the librarian. ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

May the Fourth Be with You: Star Wars celebration

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

Come celebrate all things Star Wars at the library on May the Fourth, the official Star Wars holiday. This informal program will feature crafts, videos, books and activities from a

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Children's area (Athens)
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Games / Gaming
Event Details:
Come celebrate all things Star Wars at the library on May the Fourth, the official Star Wars holiday. This informal program will feature crafts, videos, books and activities from a galaxy far, far away. All ages welcome. ...

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This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Spring Planting Party

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Outside (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Class / Workshop, Food, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Let's plant our library garden beds for summer! This year, help with tomatoes, basil, squash, and cucumber in our vegetable bed and sunflowers and strawflowers in our flower and po

Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Outside (Glouster)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Families
Program Type: Class / Workshop, Food, Science & Nature
Event Details:
Let's plant our library garden beds for summer! This year, help with tomatoes, basil, squash, and cucumber in our vegetable bed and sunflowers and strawflowers in our flower and pollinator beds.  Join us for a fun hour in the sun and dirt! ...

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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Storytime with Rachel

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's area (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Families
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and creative movement! Stay and play with friends afterward. Families with preschoolers and school age kids are welcome. Every Tuesday from 4 t

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Children's area (Wells)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for stories, songs, and creative movement! Stay and play with friends afterward. Families with preschoolers and school age kids are welcome. Every Tuesday from 4 to 5 p.m. ...

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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Discovery Hour

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday for an interactive storytime for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and grade school children. Weekly activities include themed sensory bins, crafts, readin

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Storytime
Event Details:
Join us every Wednesday for an interactive storytime for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and grade school children. Weekly activities include themed sensory bins, crafts, reading, games, and more.  ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Meowshrooms with Emily Beveridge

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Is it a cat or a mushroom? It's both! Crafting expert Emily Beveridge is back at the Glouster, Nelsonville, and Coolville libraries to make these adorable air-dry clay creatures wi

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Event Details:
Is it a cat or a mushroom? It's both! Crafting expert Emily Beveridge is back at the Glouster, Nelsonville, and Coolville libraries to make these adorable air-dry clay creatures with us.  If the weather is warm and sunny, we can spend time wi...

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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Merry Marigolds Family Craft

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Event Details:

What better surprise for Mother's Day or for someone special in your life than something you make yourself? Join us to create a sweet gift by decorating a nursery pot, then plantin

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:
What better surprise for Mother's Day or for someone special in your life than something you make yourself? Join us to create a sweet gift by decorating a nursery pot, then planting marigold seeds! *All ages are welcome, but please be mindful perm...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Mini Felt Friends

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Drop in after school to make your own mini felt friend! Use a pattern, or create your own design. Every Thursday afternoon in May, from 4 to 5 pm.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:
Drop in after school to make your own mini felt friend! Use a pattern, or create your own design. Every Thursday afternoon in May, from 4 to 5 pm. ...

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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Multi-Age Storytime

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids' zone (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Event Details:

Join us for a weekly Storytime in Nelsonville Library's Kids' Zone! We'll read books, rhyme rhymes, sing songs, and color coloring sheets! There's no pressure for children to

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Kids' zone (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for a weekly Storytime in Nelsonville Library's Kids' Zone! We'll read books, rhyme rhymes, sing songs, and color coloring sheets! There's no pressure for children to be silent or still during this Storytime.  The goal is for them ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.

Gardening for Kids with Ms. Sara

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Join us to learn about gardening with hands-on activities for kids! More about our presenter: Sara Lennert has a background in wildlife conservation and operates a small-sc

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & Nature
Event Details:
Join us to learn about gardening with hands-on activities for kids! More about our presenter: Sara Lennert has a background in wildlife conservation and operates a small-scale landscaping business that specializes in the design of native plan...

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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Storytime with Rachel

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's area (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Families
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and creative movement! Stay and play with friends afterward. Families with preschoolers and school age kids are welcome. Every Tuesday from 4 t

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Children's area (Wells)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for stories, songs, and creative movement! Stay and play with friends afterward. Families with preschoolers and school age kids are welcome. Every Tuesday from 4 to 5 p.m. ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Make a Mini Library

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Make your own 1:12 scale library using metal mint tins and an assortment of fabrics, papers, and other crafting materials.

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Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:
Make your own 1:12 scale library using metal mint tins and an assortment of fabrics, papers, and other crafting materials. ...

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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Discovery Hour

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday for an interactive storytime for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and grade school children. Weekly activities include themed sensory bins, crafts, readin

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Storytime
Event Details:
Join us every Wednesday for an interactive storytime for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and grade school children. Weekly activities include themed sensory bins, crafts, reading, games, and more.  ...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Make a Button

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Do you have a burning desire to express your love for Snorlax, or your hot take on pineapple pizza? Show the world what you love and what you believe with a button you design and m

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:
Do you have a burning desire to express your love for Snorlax, or your hot take on pineapple pizza? Show the world what you love and what you believe with a button you design and make yourself! Stick it on your backpack or your favorite jacket and pr...

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This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "College Students" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "50+" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Spring Fling

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Celebration
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Celebrate spring with us at our yearly open house! Kurt Dreier, one of Ohio's best caricature artists, will be here creating memorable portraits. Light refreshments will be s

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Celebration
Event Details:
Celebrate spring with us at our yearly open house! Kurt Dreier, one of Ohio's best caricature artists, will be here creating memorable portraits. Light refreshments will be served, and there will be a variety of fun activities for the whole fam...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Spring Bike Repair workshop

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Outside (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Celebration, Class / Workshop, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Join Athens County All Bike at the Glouster library to get your bike ready for summer rides. Come prepared to get dirty working on your own bike and learning how to keep it in good

Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Outside (Glouster)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Celebration, Class / Workshop, Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Join Athens County All Bike at the Glouster library to get your bike ready for summer rides. Come prepared to get dirty working on your own bike and learning how to keep it in good shape all season long.  We will have a limited number of bikes a...

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This event is in the "Kids" group.
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Mini Felt Friends

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Drop in after school to make your own mini felt friend! Use a pattern, or create your own design. Every Thursday afternoon in May, from 4 to 5 pm.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:
Drop in after school to make your own mini felt friend! Use a pattern, or create your own design. Every Thursday afternoon in May, from 4 to 5 pm. ...

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