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Gift Wrapping Palooza

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

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...

Glouster Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
Purpose of Meeting

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!

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

Make a Gingerbread House

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Food
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Calling all sugar fiends! If something about winter makes you want to acquire enough cavities to buy your dentist a yacht, have we got an event for you. Make an entire house out of...

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

Calling all sugar fiends! If something about winter makes you want to acquire enough cavities to buy your dentist a yacht, have we got an event for you.

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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.

Multi-Age Storytime

Wednesday, December 18, 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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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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "College Students" group.

Sew Your Own Stocking

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, College Students
Event Details:

Hand sew your very own stocking using repurposed fabric in this creative workshop.   Image by awesomecontent on Freepik   Please note that this program is rec...

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Teens, College Students
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Event Details:

Hand sew your very own stocking using repurposed fabric in this creative workshop.

 

Image by awesomecontent on Freepik

 

Please note that this program is recommended for ages 12+

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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.

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

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 "Adults" group.

Out of This World Book Club

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Contact Dawn at The Plains Library for this months book.

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Event Details:

Contact Dawn at The Plains Library for this months book.

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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.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
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
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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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 "Adults" group.

Next Chapter Book Club (NCBC)

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Virtual & In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

NCBC is a weekly book club designed to include developmentally disabled adults. We read books together, discuss them, and then celebrate with a party! This is a hybrid program...

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Virtual & In-Person
Event Details:

NCBC is a weekly book club designed to include developmentally disabled adults. We read books together, discuss them, and then celebrate with a party! 

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.

Storytime

Thursday, December 19, 2024 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 "Adults" group.

Owl Family Ornament

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

     Join us as we craft a cute ornament for your Christmas tree using rocks, twigs, and wood.  Really simple yet so cute.  All supplies are provided....

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

     Join us as we craft a cute ornament for your Christmas tree using rocks, twigs, and wood.  Really simple yet so cute.  All supplies are provided.

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 "Teens" group.

Chess Night

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Chess Night is a casual, open chess meet-up for teens and young adults that welcomes all skill levels! Players will have an opportunity to learn, practice, and meet other community...

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Teen area (Athens)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

Chess Night is a casual, open chess meet-up for teens and young adults that welcomes all skill levels! Players will have an opportunity to learn, practice, and meet other community members interested in chess.

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 "Adults" group.

Spanish Conversation Hour

Thursday, December 19, 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.

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.
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!

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 "Adults" group.

Book Club: James: A Novel by Percival Everett (Part 3 of 3)

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ernest Hemingway famously said that The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain planted the seed of modern literature. The new book, James, by multiple-prize-winning author Pe...

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

Ernest Hemingway famously said that The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain planted the seed of modern literature.

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

Teen Open Mic Nite!

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Teens, College Students
Event Details:

   Hey Teens!!!  Want a place to show off your talents?  Come join us for Open Mic Nite!!!  Every third Thursday of the month teens and young adults are we...

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

   Hey Teens!!!  Want a place to show off your talents?  Come join us for Open Mic Nite!!!  Every third Thursday of the month teens and young adults are welcome to come showcase their talent.  We will have space for m

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Accommodations

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

Information Table: Habitat for Humanity Home Repair and Care Training Center

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Main floor (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Stop by the main floor of Nelsonville Public Library for information about workshops offered through the Habitat for Humanity Home Repair and Care Training Center. A Habitat for Hu...

Nelsonville Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Main floor (Nelsonville)
Purpose of Meeting

Stop by the main floor of Nelsonville Public Library for information about workshops offered through the Habitat for Humanity Home Repair and

This event is in the "Adults" group.

My Inner Most Happiest and Most Confusing Mind: The Photography of Bradley O'Quinn

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main floor (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Exhibit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

On Display December 20th - January 31. Reception and Artist Talk: Friday, December 20th at 5pm. "I wanted to show off my mental health, how I navigate it and explore it in ...

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Main floor (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Exhibit
Event Details:

On Display December 20th - January 31.

Reception and Artist Talk: Friday, December 20th at 5pm.

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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 "Adults" group.

Annual Solstice Celebration

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Celebration, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We hope you'll join us for our third annual Winter Solstice Celebration. Cone enjoy a cup of warm wassail as we celebrate the return of the light. We will share Solstice stories, e...

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Celebration, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

We hope you'll join us for our third annual Winter Solstice Celebration. Cone enjoy a cup of warm wassail as we celebrate the return of the light.

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 "Families" group.

Sprouting Melodies Storytime

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Families
Event Details:

An early childhood music program for children 5 and under.  Bring your little ones and the whole family for fun and spend music time together!  This program will take pla...

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

An early childhood music program for children 5 and under.  Bring your little ones and the whole family for fun and spend music time together!  This program will take place on the first and third Saturday of every month. ...

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

Tabletop RPG Club

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen area (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: Teen area (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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Accommodations

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

Christmas Eve

All Day
Athens Public Library, Chauncey Public Library, Coolville Public Library, Glouster Public Library, Nelsonville Public Library, The Plains Public Library, Wells (Albany) Public Library, Online, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Athens Public Library, Chauncey Public Library, Coolville Public Library, Glouster Public Library, Nelsonville Public Library, The Plains Public Library, Wells (Albany) Public Library, Online, Off Site

Christmas Day

All Day
Athens Public Library, Chauncey Public Library, Coolville Public Library, Glouster Public Library, Nelsonville Public Library, The Plains Public Library, Wells (Albany) Public Library, Online, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Athens Public Library, Chauncey Public Library, Coolville Public Library, Glouster Public Library, Nelsonville Public Library, The Plains Public Library, Wells (Albany) Public Library, Online, Off Site
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Next Chapter Book Club (NCBC)

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Virtual & In-Person
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

NCBC is a weekly book club designed to include developmentally disabled adults. We read books together, discuss them, and then celebrate with a party! This is a hybrid program...

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Virtual & In-Person
Event Details:

NCBC is a weekly book club designed to include developmentally disabled adults. We read books together, discuss them, and then celebrate with a party! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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