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Mending with the Makerspace

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Do your pants need patched? Does your hat have holes? Join us for a month of mending with the upcycle Ohio Community Makerspace! Makerspace staff member will be onsite...

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Event Details:

Do your pants need patched? Does your hat have holes?

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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.

Ornament Bingo

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Come join the staff at Coolville Public Library as we play bingo. This year, our Bingo prizes consist of hand-picked holiday ornaments, lovingly selected by our staff. Light refres...

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

Come join the staff at Coolville Public Library as we play bingo. This year, our Bingo prizes consist of hand-picked holiday ornaments, lovingly selected by our staff. Light refreshments will be served. Be ready to yell BINGO!

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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, December 6, 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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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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Ornament Craft for All Ages

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Celebration
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Celebrate Winter! As part of Albany's Christmas in the Village, we will have ornament decorating for people of all ages at the library. Drop in at the Wells Library in Albany fr...

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Celebration
Event Details:

Celebrate Winter! As part of Albany's Christmas in the Village, we will have ornament decorating for people of all ages at the library.

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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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Family Movie Night

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Film / Video Screening
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

This event's film will be the newer Disney classic, Frozen (PG). Snacks and drinks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. *This event is open to all ages, but the...

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Film / Video Screening
Event Details:

This event's film will be the newer Disney classic, Frozen (PG).

Snacks and drinks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

*This event is open to all ages, but the film is rated PG.

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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 "All Ages" group.

Instant Hot Chocolate Jars

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Food
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

This simple and delicious gift is sure to spread some holiday cheer. Create and personalize one or more hot chocolate jars to enjoy with friends and neighbors this winter.

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Food
Event Details:

This simple and delicious gift is sure to spread some holiday cheer. Create and personalize one or more hot chocolate jars to enjoy with friends and neighbors this winter.

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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.
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.

Tomato Soup for the Soul

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 12:00pm - 5:30pm
Main floor (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Celebration, Food, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Visit the library for a warm bowl of soup and a special visit from the Friendship Bench for holiday gift wrapping! Pop in and sit with others on the main floor to warm up from the ...

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

Visit the library for a warm bowl of soup and a special visit from the Friendship Bench for holiday gift wrapping! Pop in and sit with others on the main floor to warm up from the December cold.

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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 "All Ages" group.

Gift Wrapping Palooza

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main floor (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Celebration
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

You've strung up your lights, baked fruitcakes for your neighbors, and made it onto Santa's nice list. There's just one problem: all the presents you thoughtfully chose for your lo...

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Main floor (The Plains)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Celebration
Event Details:

You've strung up your lights, baked fruitcakes for your neighbors, and made it onto Santa's nice list. There's just one problem: all the presents you thoughtfully chose for your loved ones are naked!

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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 "All Ages" group.

Music and Merriment with the Brickersons

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main floor (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come inside the library, get a cookie, and enjoy the music of the local folk group, the Brickersons.

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Main floor (Nelsonville)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Come inside the library, get a cookie, and enjoy the music of the local folk group, the Brickersons.

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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 "All Ages" group.

Public Libraries Board Meeting

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Public Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of ACPL's Board of Trustees at the main branch in Nelsonville. Open to the public, with time set aside for public comment. 

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Public Meeting
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of ACPL's Board of Trustees at the main branch in Nelsonville.

Open to the public, with time set aside for public comment. 

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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 "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.

Gift Wrapping Palooza

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Celebration
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

You've strung up your lights, baked fruitcakes for your neighbors, and made it onto Santa's nice list. There's just one problem: all the presents you thoughtfully chose for your lo...

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Celebration
Event Details:

You've strung up your lights, baked fruitcakes for your neighbors, and made it onto Santa's nice list. There's just one problem: all the presents you thoughtfully chose for your loved ones are naked!

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

First Friday Game Night

Friday, January 3, 2025 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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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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Terrific Turtles

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Teens, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Come shell-ibrate the world's most charming creatures, terrific turtles! You will get to meet some of the lovable little guys and gals native to our region, learn their surprising ...

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Teens, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Science & Nature
Event Details:

Come shell-ibrate the world's most charming creatures, terrific turtles! You will get to meet some of the lovable little guys and gals native to our region, learn their surprising secrets, and maybe even give them some gentle shell pets. 

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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 "All Ages" group.

Public Libraries Board Meeting

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Public Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of ACPL's Board of Trustees at the main branch in Nelsonville. Open to the public, with time set aside for public comment. 

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Public Meeting
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of ACPL's Board of Trustees at the main branch in Nelsonville.

Open to the public, with time set aside for public comment. 

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 "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Pancakes vs. Waffles

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Burr vs. Hamilton. Hatfields vs. McCoys. Biggie vs. Tupac. All these great rivalries pale in comparison to the historic showdown coming soon to a library near you: pancakes vs. waf...

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Food
Event Details:

Burr vs. Hamilton. Hatfields vs. McCoys. Biggie vs. Tupac. All these great rivalries pale in comparison to the historic showdown coming soon to a library near you: pancakes vs. waffles.

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

First Friday Game Night

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
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.

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 "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Love Stinks Animal Encounter

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

On Valentine's Day, love doesn't just stink in the human world. Meet some odiferous animal ambassadors who will have you falling nose over heels for our local ecosystems. Learn how...

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Science & Nature
Event Details:

On Valentine's Day, love doesn't just stink in the human world. Meet some odiferous animal ambassadors who will have you falling nose over heels for our local ecosystems.

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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 "All Ages" group.

Public Libraries Board Meeting - TENTATIVE

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Public Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of ACPL's Board of Trustees at the main branch in Nelsonville.  Open to the public, with time set aside for public comment.  This date is subject to...

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Public Meeting
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of ACPL's Board of Trustees at the main branch in Nelsonville. 

Open to the public, with time set aside for public comment. 

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

First Friday Game Night

Friday, March 7, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
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.

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 "All Ages" group.

Public Libraries Board Meeting - TENTATIVE

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Public Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of ACPL's Board of Trustees at the main branch in Nelsonville.  Open to the public, with time set aside for public comment.  This date is subject to...

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Public Meeting
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of ACPL's Board of Trustees at the main branch in Nelsonville. 

Open to the public, with time set aside for public comment. 

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

First Friday Game Night

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
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.

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 "All Ages" group.

Public Libraries Board Meeting - TENTATIVE

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Public Meeting
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of ACPL's Board of Trustees at the main branch in Nelsonville.  Open to the public, with time set aside for public comment.  This date is subject to...

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Public Meeting
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of ACPL's Board of Trustees at the main branch in Nelsonville. 

Open to the public, with time set aside for public comment. 

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

First Friday Game Night

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
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.

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 "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.

2nd Annual School's *almost* Out Cookout

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Outdoor stage (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Celebration, Food, Games / Gaming, Library Outreach
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

...which means Summer at the Library, swimming, bike-riding, and NO HOMEWORK! Bring your friends and family to the library's outdoor stage area for the SECOND ANNUAL School's Ou...

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Outdoor stage (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Celebration, Food, Games / Gaming, Library Outreach
Event Details:

...which means Summer at the Library, swimming, bike-riding, and NO HOMEWORK!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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