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Homeschool Hour

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Come each Friday to hang out with fellow homeschool friends and to join in on librarian-led, interactive activities for grade-school kids and teens. 

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Come each Friday to hang out with fellow homeschool friends and to join in on librarian-led, interactive activities for grade-school kids and teens. 

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If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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, January 2, 2026 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

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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Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Family Movie Night

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Film / Video Screening
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families

Friday night is the perfect time to be swept off your feet by the magic of cinema. Attendees will vote on G- or PG-rated titles chosen by the librarian, then enjoy light refreshments. 

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Families
Program Type: Film / Video Screening
Event Details:

Friday night is the perfect time to be swept off your feet by the magic of cinema. Attendees will vote on G- or PG-rated titles chosen by the librarian, then enjoy light refreshments. 

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Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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 "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

Visualize your 2026- DIY Vision Boards

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 5:00pm
Main floor (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages

Visualize your 2026! We'll provide lots of different sources of inspiration too fuel the fire of your dreams and goals in this new year. Collage your own vision board and take it home to remind you what you wish you achieve in 2026.

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Main floor (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Visualize your 2026! We'll provide lots of different sources of inspiration too fuel the fire of your dreams and goals in this new year. Collage your own vision board and take it home to remind you what you wish you achieve in 2026.

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Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Mid-Week Mischief: Life Sized Monopoly

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Have you ever wished you could buy up a bunch of rental property, become fabulously wealthy, and drive the cost of living up so high that everyone else goes bankrupt while you roll around laughing maniacally on a giant pile of cash?

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

Have you ever wished you could buy up a bunch of rental property, become fabulously wealthy, and drive the cost of living up so high that everyone else goes bankrupt while you roll around laughing maniacally on a giant pile of cash?

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Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Storytime with Rachel

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's area (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Families

Weekly stories, playful activities, and songs. Stay afterwards for more fun with friends! 

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Children's area (Wells)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Weekly stories, playful activities, and songs. Stay afterwards for more fun with friends! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Homeschool Hour

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Come each Friday to hang out with fellow homeschool friends and to join in on librarian-led, interactive activities for grade-school kids and teens. 

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Come each Friday to hang out with fellow homeschool friends and to join in on librarian-led, interactive activities for grade-school kids and teens. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

This event is in the "Kids" group

Story Explorers

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids

Get ready to set off on an adventure—through books! In Story Explorers, grade school kids will travel to new worlds, meet unforgettable characters, and dive into exciting tales.

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Get ready to set off on an adventure—through books! In Story Explorers, grade school kids will travel to new worlds, meet unforgettable characters, and dive into exciting tales.

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Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

NextGen Makers: Vision Boards

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

In this creative and inspiring program, kids and teens will design their own vision boards — using magazines, pictures, words, and art supplies, participants will explore their hopes for the future and create a visual re

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

In this creative and inspiring program, kids and teens will design their own vision boards — using magazines, pictures, words, and art supplies, participants will explore their hopes for the future and create a visual re

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Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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, January 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids

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. 

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, 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. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

The Glouster Library Rocks: Library Karaoke

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Sing Karaoke with us at the Glouster Public Library. Turning a new page on library etiquette. Finally, a library event that requires a microphone. 

Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Sing Karaoke with us at the Glouster Public Library. Turning a new page on library etiquette. Finally, a library event that requires a microphone. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Storytime with Rachel

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's area (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Families

Weekly stories, playful activities, and songs. Stay afterwards for more fun with friends! 

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Children's area (Wells)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Weekly stories, playful activities, and songs. Stay afterwards for more fun with friends! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

"Do You Wanna to Build A Snowman?"

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Food
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Families

Join us for a wintry, frozen treat!

Build your own snow person out of ice cream and assorted toppings.

Hum along to songs from Frozen and other winter holiday tunes!

 

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a wintry, frozen treat!

Build your own snow person out of ice cream and assorted toppings.

Hum along to songs from Frozen and other winter holiday tunes!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Homeschool Hour

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Come each Friday to hang out with fellow homeschool friends and to join in on librarian-led, interactive activities for grade-school kids and teens. 

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Come each Friday to hang out with fellow homeschool friends and to join in on librarian-led, interactive activities for grade-school kids and teens. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Imagination Crew: Pokémon Trading and Crafts

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Join us for an afternoon of Pokémon fun! Whether you're a seasoned Trainer or just starting your journey, our Pokémon Trading & Crafts is the perfect place to meet friends, trade cards, and get creative.

 

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of Pokémon fun! Whether you're a seasoned Trainer or just starting your journey, our Pokémon Trading & Crafts is the perfect place to meet friends, trade cards, and get creative.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Mid-Week Mischief: Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Drop your favorite stuffed animal off at the library any time between 10 and 6, and tell the librarian all about them! Together we will read your stuffed animal a story and tuck them in.

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Drop your favorite stuffed animal off at the library any time between 10 and 6, and tell the librarian all about them! Together we will read your stuffed animal a story and tuck them in.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Hibernatin' w/ The Hocking College Nature Center

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Teens, Families

Join us for a cozy visit from the Hocking College Nature Center.

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Teens, Families
Program Type: Science & Nature
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy visit from the Hocking College Nature Center.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Storytime with Rachel

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's area (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Families

Weekly stories, playful activities, and songs. Stay afterwards for more fun with friends! 

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Children's area (Wells)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Weekly stories, playful activities, and songs. Stay afterwards for more fun with friends! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Homeschool Hour

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Come each Friday to hang out with fellow homeschool friends and to join in on librarian-led, interactive activities for grade-school kids and teens. 

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Come each Friday to hang out with fellow homeschool friends and to join in on librarian-led, interactive activities for grade-school kids and teens. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

NextGen Makers: Snow Globes

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Get into the winter spirit with our DIY Snow Globe Workshop! In this hands-on session, teens and kids will design and craft their own snow globes using jars, figurines, glitter, and creativity. 

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Get into the winter spirit with our DIY Snow Globe Workshop! In this hands-on session, teens and kids will design and craft their own snow globes using jars, figurines, glitter, and creativity. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Mid-Week Mischief: Read to a Therapy Dog

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids

Arlo the dog is extremely handsome and a great listener. He LOVES it when kids read him stories. Arlo is a certified Reading Education Assistance Dog, a HOPE crisis canine, and a proud member of the Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids
Event Details:

Arlo the dog is extremely handsome and a great listener. He LOVES it when kids read him stories. Arlo is a certified Reading Education Assistance Dog, a HOPE crisis canine, and a proud member of the Alliance of Therapy Dogs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Storytime with Rachel

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's area (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Families

Weekly stories, playful activities, and songs. Stay afterwards for more fun with friends! 

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Children's area (Wells)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Weekly stories, playful activities, and songs. Stay afterwards for more fun with friends! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Puzzle Party

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+

What's better on a Winter afternoon than grabbing a snack and working on a puzzle with friends?  Join us as we lay out several puzzles in different sizes around the library that are just waiting to be put together.

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Games / Gaming
Event Details:

What's better on a Winter afternoon than grabbing a snack and working on a puzzle with friends?  Join us as we lay out several puzzles in different sizes around the library that are just waiting to be put together.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know

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

Pokemon Club

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Families

On the last Thursday of every month, meet other players, trade cards (we have plenty to share!), and enjoy themed games and crafts hosted by librarian Rachel. 

All supplies provided.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

On the last Thursday of every month, meet other players, trade cards (we have plenty to share!), and enjoy themed games and crafts hosted by librarian Rachel. 

All supplies provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know