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

Baby and Toddler Playtime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's area (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

Come play with us! We'll explore books, play games, sing songs, and enjoy each other's company in this open-ended playtime. Older siblings are welcome to follow along. *Check...

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Children's area (Wells)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Event Details:

Come play with us!

We'll explore books, play games, sing songs, and enjoy each other's company in this open-ended playtime. Older siblings are welcome to follow along.

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

Storytime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main floor (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Families
Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Main floor (Glouster)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Storytime

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This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Storytime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids' zone (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and playful activities!

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Kids' zone (The Plains)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and playful activities!

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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!

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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "College Students" group.

Teen Advisory Board

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, College Students
Event Details:

Want to help make The Plains Library a great place for teens? Need service hours? Have a great idea for a teen event? If you can answer “yes!” to any of these questions, come to a ...

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Teens, College Students
Event Details:

Want to help make The Plains Library a great place for teens? Need service hours? Have a great idea for a teen event? If you can answer “yes!” to any of these questions, come to a Teen
Advisory Board meeting for all this and more!

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This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Public Libraries Board Meeting

Wednesday, May 15, 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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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.

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Out of This World Book Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Virtual & In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you love fantasy? Can't get enough science fiction? Do you crave stories of the paranormal? The Out of This World Book Club meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. *If ...

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Virtual & In-Person
Event Details:

Do you love fantasy? Can't get enough science fiction? Do you crave stories of the paranormal? The Out of This World Book Club meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

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AFAN non fiction book group

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Athens Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs and more that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children.  Ages 3-5

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Children's area (Athens)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs and more that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children.  Ages 3-5

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

Next Chapter Book Club (NCBC)

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

NCBC is a book club designed to include developmentally disabled adults.We read books together, discuss them, and then celebrate with a party. All or no reading ability is acceptab...

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Event Details:

NCBC is a book club designed to include developmentally disabled adults.We read books together, discuss them, and then celebrate with a party. All or no reading ability is acceptable.

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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.

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

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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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 16, 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!

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Conversation Hour

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Travel & Culture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Meet every week to practice your Spanish in a friendly community setting! Native speakers and those interested in improving their language skills are equally welcome. Free and open...

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Small meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Travel & Culture
Event Details:

Meet every week to practice your Spanish in a friendly community setting! Native speakers and those interested in improving their language skills are equally welcome. Free and open to the public.

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Singer-Songwriter, Steve Zarate

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Atrium (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Performance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Our guest performer plays guitar and harmonica and is a talented lyricist, vocalist, and instrumentalist. He performs original songs and has mastered many covers. He also works as ...

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Atrium (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Performance
Event Details:

Our guest performer plays guitar and harmonica and is a talented lyricist, vocalist, and instrumentalist. He performs original songs and has mastered many covers.

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

School's out "Forever" Party

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Outside (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Celebration, Food, Performance
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Celebrate the last day of school in the library's green space! Join us for food provided by Trimble Tomcat Bridgebuilders, volleyball for all ages, live music with DJ Barticus...

Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Outside (Glouster)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Celebration, Food, Performance
Event Details:

Celebrate the last day of school in the library's green space! Join us for food provided by Trimble Tomcat Bridgebuilders, volleyball for all ages, live music with DJ Barticus, and lots more. Bring the whole family!

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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 "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.

Schools (almost) Out For Summer

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Outdoor stage (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Celebration, Food, Games / Gaming, Performance
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 a DJ with dancing, games, coo...

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, Performance
Event Details:

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

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Athens Conservancy Event

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Athens Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "College Students" group.

Tabletop RPG Club

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, College Students
Event Details:

Meet weekly to explore tabletop role-playing games (including Dungeons & Dragons) with a group of teens and adults enthusiastic about this hobby. We’ll meet in the large confer...

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Teens, College Students
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

Meet weekly to explore tabletop role-playing games (including Dungeons & Dragons) with a group of teens and adults enthusiastic about this hobby. We’ll meet in the large conference room, with the Young Adult area as a backup space.

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Athens Poetry Group

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Small meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults who enjoy writing poetry are invited to share their work and comment on the work others.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Small meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Event Details:

Adults who enjoy writing poetry are invited to share their work and comment on the work others.

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This event is in the "College Students" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "50+" group.

Pins & Needles Craft Time

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+
Event Details:

In person at the Wells (Albany) Library! Join us from 1-3 pm on Tuesdays for handwork and pleasant conversation. Bring a project to work on: embroidery, knitting, crochet, quilt...

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

In person at the Wells (Albany) Library!

Join us from 1-3 pm on Tuesdays for handwork and pleasant conversation. Bring a project to work on: embroidery, knitting, crochet, quilting, mending - whatever you like to do!

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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.

Flower Prints

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Print the first flowers of summer using cyanotypes and eco prints to create a few beautiful designs. Participants will choose things to print from our green space, and we will...

Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Science & Nature
Event Details:

Print the first flowers of summer using cyanotypes and eco prints to create a few beautiful designs. Participants will choose things to print from our green space, and we will print both fabric and paper using simple techniques. 

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