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Pins & Needles Craft Time

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

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!

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

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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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

Pokémon Trading and Crafts

Tuesday, February 17, 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.


 

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Accommodations

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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Library Jam Session

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Adults, 50+, Families

Join us for an informal musical get-together every 3rd Tuesday from 6-8pm.

You're invited to listen or play, no matter your skill level; beginners are encouraged to learn from experienced players in the first half hour.

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

Join us for an informal musical get-together every 3rd Tuesday from 6-8pm.

You're invited to listen or play, no matter your skill level; beginners are encouraged to learn from experienced players in the first half hour.

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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 "Babies and Toddlers" group

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers

Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child/children that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, finger play and baby movement. Ages 0-3 years

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

Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child/children that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, finger play and baby movement. Ages 0-3 years

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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, February 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

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

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

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

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 "50+" group

Creative Aging Art Series

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Exhibit
Age Group:
50+

Over eight weeks, twelve participants ages 55+ will explore suminagashi monoprints, cyanotype photograms, and watercolor painting in a welcoming, social environment. 

Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: 50+
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Exhibit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Over eight weeks, twelve participants ages 55+ will explore suminagashi monoprints, cyanotype photograms, and watercolor painting in a welcoming, social environment. 

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

Lisa & Friends: Squeegee Painting

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+

Explore what you can do with just a squeegee and some paint! Squeegees aren't just for cleaning windows; just by using a few dots of color, experience how you can make an original work of art each and every time.

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

Explore what you can do with just a squeegee and some paint! Squeegees aren't just for cleaning windows; just by using a few dots of color, experience how you can make an original work of art each and every time.

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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

Narwhal and Jelly Party

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Celebration, Food
Age Group:
Preschool, Kids, Families

Make some unbelieva-bubble Narwhal and Jelly art, and enjoy their favorite snack - waffles!

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

Make some unbelieva-bubble Narwhal and Jelly art, and enjoy their favorite snack - 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

Homeschool Hour

Friday, February 20, 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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Sprouting Melodies

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Families

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. 

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. 

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

Concert Series: Flute, Bassoon & Piano

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Atrium (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Performance
Age Group:
Adults

Our guest performers are Alison Brown-Sincoff on flute, Matthew Morris on bassoon, and Wendy Blackwood on collaborative piano, all faculty members of the School of Music in the Chaddock & Morrow College of Fine Arts at Ohio University.

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

Our guest performers are Alison Brown-Sincoff on flute, Matthew Morris on bassoon, and Wendy Blackwood on collaborative piano, all faculty members of the School of Music in the Chaddock & Morrow College of Fine Arts at Ohio University.

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 "50+" group

Creative Aging Art Series

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Exhibit
Age Group:
50+

Over eight weeks, twelve participants ages 55+ will explore suminagashi monoprints, cyanotype photograms, and watercolor painting in a welcoming, social environment. 

Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: 50+
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Exhibit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Over eight weeks, twelve participants ages 55+ will explore suminagashi monoprints, cyanotype photograms, and watercolor painting in a welcoming, social environment. 

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

Pins & Needles Craft Time

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

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!

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

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!

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

Miss Austen Invites Series: Craft Against the Wind & Chill

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Adults

Push back against the scrub of cold wind and the dreariness of early nights. Decorate candlesticks for some winter glow, and concoct a blend of flavored balm to soothe your lips.

 

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Push back against the scrub of cold wind and the dreariness of early nights. Decorate candlesticks for some winter glow, and concoct a blend of flavored balm to soothe your lips.

 

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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: Squishmallow Canvas Painting

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Kids will have a blast painting their very own Squishmallow-inspired canvas! In this fun and creative activity, children will use bright paints and simple shapes to create an adorable Squishmallow-style character.

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

Kids will have a blast painting their very own Squishmallow-inspired canvas! In this fun and creative activity, children will use bright paints and simple shapes to create an adorable Squishmallow-style character.

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 "Babies and Toddlers" group

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers

Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child/children that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, finger play and baby movement. Ages 0-3 years

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

Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child/children that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, finger play and baby movement. Ages 0-3 years

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

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

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

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

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

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 "50+" group

Creative Aging Art Series

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Exhibit
Age Group:
50+

Over eight weeks, twelve participants ages 55+ will explore suminagashi monoprints, cyanotype photograms, and watercolor painting in a welcoming, social environment. 

Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: 50+
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Exhibit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Over eight weeks, twelve participants ages 55+ will explore suminagashi monoprints, cyanotype photograms, and watercolor painting in a welcoming, social environment. 

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
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

Lisa & Friends: Cool Coloring

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families

Spend an hour or two with us as we color away the blues.  Everything's provided, including light snacks.

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

Spend an hour or two with us as we color away the blues.  Everything's provided, including light snacks.

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

Paws Cause Creations

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids

Make a toy for your own pet and/or a shelter animal waiting for their forever home!

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

Make a toy for your own pet and/or a shelter animal waiting for their forever home!

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, February 27, 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 "Teens" group

Manga Club

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Food
Age Group:
Teens

Learn about manga, Japanese culture, and talk about your favorite books!

Browse through the newest manga books, and see what other branches have.

Try out Japanese snacks and tea!

Every fourth Friday.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Food
Event Details:

Learn about manga, Japanese culture, and talk about your favorite books!

Browse through the newest manga books, and see what other branches have.

Try out Japanese snacks and tea!

Every fourth Friday.

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

Concert Series: Athens Community Music School Concert

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Atrium (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Performance
Age Group:
Adults

Experience the wonderful variety of music that children, teens and adults can master through ACMS, an extra-curricular and multifaceted music education program, instituted by Ohio University and open to the general public.

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

Experience the wonderful variety of music that children, teens and adults can master through ACMS, an extra-curricular and multifaceted music education program, instituted by Ohio University and open to the general 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 "Adults" group

"ORIGINS", TASO/ChileQuilting.xlsx: Fiber Art from Chile and Ohio

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Exhibit
Age Group:
Adults

On exhibit on our Circulation Area Wall, The River View Wall and in the Small Meeting Room from March 3rd thru March 30th.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Exhibit
Event Details:

On exhibit on our Circulation Area Wall, The River View Wall and in the Small Meeting Room from March 3rd thru March 30th.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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