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Claymation Workshop

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Sculpt, move, film! Alex Thomas and Friends will lead us through the fascinating process of combining clay figures and stop-motion animation as we learn the necessary tools and ski...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Sculpt, move, film! Alex Thomas and Friends will lead us through the fascinating process of combining clay figures and stop-motion animation as we learn the necessary tools and skills to make our own claymation films. *Ages 7 to 14.

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

Teen Science Scene

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Explore the "magic" of magnetism with Librarian Andrea, and create tiny magnetic dancers in Session #1, then make abstract art employing pendulums and magnets in Session #2 . Join ...

Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Explore the "magic" of magnetism with Librarian Andrea, and create tiny magnetic dancers in Session #1, then make abstract art employing pendulums and magnets in Session #2 . Join one or both programs!  *Ages 10 and up

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

TV Puppetry Workshop

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Visit the library to find the rainbow connection! Use a monitor in the style of puppetry developed by Jim Henson for performance on film and television productions with Alex T...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Visit the library to find the rainbow connection! Use a monitor in the style of puppetry developed by Jim Henson for performance on film and television productions with Alex Thomas and Friends.

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Accommodations

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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, July 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
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, reading, g...

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: 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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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.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Storytime with the Copperheads

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids' zone (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Storytime, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Event Details:

Southern Ohio Copperheads baseball players stop by for a special storytime.

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Kids' zone (The Plains)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Storytime, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Southern Ohio Copperheads baseball players stop by for a special storytime.

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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.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Storytime with the Copperheads

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main floor (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Storytime, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Event Details:

Southern Ohio Copperheads baseball players stop by for a special storytime.

Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Main floor (Glouster)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Storytime, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Southern Ohio Copperheads baseball players stop by for a special storytime.

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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.

TV Puppetry Workshop

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Visit the library to find the rainbow connection! Use a monitor in the style of puppetry developed by Jim Henson for performance on film and television productions with Alex T...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Visit the library to find the rainbow connection! Use a monitor in the style of puppetry developed by Jim Henson for performance on film and television productions with Alex Thomas and 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Storytime with the Copperheads

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Storytime, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Event Details:

Southern Ohio Copperheads baseball players stop by for a special storytime.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Children's area (Athens)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Storytime, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Southern Ohio Copperheads baseball players stop by for a special storytime.

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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.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Storytime with the Copperheads

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Storytime, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Event Details:

Southern Ohio Copperheads baseball players stop by for a special storytime.

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Storytime, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Southern Ohio Copperheads baseball players stop by for a special storytime.

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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.

TV Puppetry Workshop

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Visit the library to find the rainbow connection! Use a monitor in the style of puppetry developed by Jim Henson for performance on film and television productions with Alex T...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Visit the library to find the rainbow connection! Use a monitor in the style of puppetry developed by Jim Henson for performance on film and television productions with Alex Thomas and 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.

TV Puppetry Workshop

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Visit the library to find the rainbow connection! Use a monitor in the style of puppetry developed by Jim Henson for performance on film and television productions with Alex T...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Visit the library to find the rainbow connection! Use a monitor in the style of puppetry developed by Jim Henson for performance on film and television productions with Alex Thomas and 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.

Color-Our-World Community Quilt

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Decorate a quilt square with Librarian Dinisha however your creativity inspires you, and help contribute to this community art project! Our finished quilt will travel to libraries ...

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Decorate a quilt square with Librarian Dinisha however your creativity inspires you, and help contribute to this community art project! Our finished quilt will travel to libraries throughout the county for all to enjoy.

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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.

Galactic Gallery

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Our world is made up of colors that inspire awe and wonder, including the space above our heads! Join Site Manager Jess Hughes and the student employees of the Hocking College Natu...

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Our world is made up of colors that inspire awe and wonder, including the space above our heads!

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Accommodations

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This event is in the "Kids" group.

Bubbles and Rainbows Galore

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

What do these two things have in common? Find out through experimentation with diffraction gratings and prisms. Enjoy a variety of rainbow and bubble-tastic activities like making ...

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

What do these two things have in common? Find out through experimentation with diffraction gratings and prisms.

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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.

Exploration Play with the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Using a STEAM-based approach, we’ll create, test, explore, and connect with some all-time favorite books.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Using a STEAM-based approach, we’ll create, test, explore, and connect with some all-time favorite books.

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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, July 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
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, reading, g...

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

LEGO Challenge

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Build your own eye-catching world at this construction extravaganza hosted by ACPL librarians. Create freely to your heart’s content, or take inspiration from one of our special ch...

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Build your own eye-catching world at this construction extravaganza hosted by ACPL librarians. Create freely to your heart’s content, or take inspiration from one of our special challenges. *Leave your LEGOS at home; we have plenty!

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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.

Storytime

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Join us for stories, games, crafts, and more! All are welcome.

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

Join us for stories, games, crafts, and more! All are welcome.

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.

LEGO Challenge

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Build your own eye-catching world at this construction extravaganza hosted by ACPL librarians. Create freely to your heart’s content, or take inspiration from one of our special ch...

Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Build your own eye-catching world at this construction extravaganza hosted by ACPL librarians. Create freely to your heart’s content, or take inspiration from one of our special challenges. *Leave your LEGOS at home; we have plenty!

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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.

Teen Craft Scene - Beaded Bracelets

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Wear a statement. Join Librarian Andrea and Teen Volunteers Margaret and JuJu in making eye-catching beaded bracelets with your favorite words, phrases, or book titles.

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

Wear a statement. Join Librarian Andrea and Teen Volunteers Margaret and JuJu in making eye-catching beaded bracelets with your favorite words, phrases, or book titles.

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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.

Create A Squishy Masterpiece

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Is your child a budding Picasso or Khalo? Make a mess-proof family heirloom with your little one using acrylic paint on canvas. Children ages 6 and under are welcome to join L...

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Is your child a budding Picasso or Khalo? Make a mess-proof family heirloom with your little one using acrylic paint on canvas. Children ages 6 and under are welcome to join Librarians Rachel and Ellie in their studio.

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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.

Environmental Art

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Watershed restoration is painting a better way forward. Put your own paint to paper alongside representatives from Rural Action, creating art inspired by work being done to guard a...

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Watershed restoration is painting a better way forward. Put your own paint to paper alongside representatives from Rural Action, creating art inspired by work being done to guard against acid mine drainage.

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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.

Razzle-dazzle Slime

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Use food coloring, glitter, and a variety of mix-ins with Librarian Taryn to create your own sensory toy. *This could get messy, so dress accordingly. 

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Use food coloring, glitter, and a variety of mix-ins with Librarian Taryn to create your own sensory toy. *This could get messy, so dress accordingly

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.

Camouflaging Critters

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Turtles and snakes and owls, oh my! These creatures will join Site Manager Jess Hughes and student employees of the Hocking College Nature Center to demonstrate how their camouflag...

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Turtles and snakes and owls, oh my! These creatures will join Site Manager Jess Hughes and student employees of the Hocking College Nature Center to demonstrate how their camouflage works to keep them safe in the wild.

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Accommodations

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