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First Friday Game Night

Friday, June 6, 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

Join us on the first Friday of the month for board games, card games, Wii games, and street games. Snacks provided. All ages welcome!

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 for board games, card games, Wii games, and street games. Snacks provided. All ages welcome!

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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 "Adults" group.

World Atlatl Association Day

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Outside (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn to use this prehistoric hunting weapon on the Library Green next to our parking lot.  For more information, contact Ray Strischek for more information, (ohioatlatl@hotmail.com) 740-331-4351, or Steve Barnett (barnz@juno.com) 740-698-655

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Outside (Athens)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games / Gaming, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Learn to use this prehistoric hunting weapon on the Library Green next to our parking lot.  For more information, contact Ray Strischek for more information, (ohioatlatl@hotmail.com) 740-331-4351, or Steve Barnett (barnz@juno.com) 740-698-655

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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 "Families" group.

Sprouting Melodies

Saturday, June 7, 2025 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

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. ...

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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, June 7, 2025 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Teens, College Students

A teen-led social club that meets weekly to explore tabletop role-playing games (including Dungeons & Dragons). The club meets in the Large Meeting Room, with the Teen Area as a backup space. Recommended for ages 12-18.

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

A teen-led social club that meets weekly to explore tabletop role-playing games (including Dungeons & Dragons). The club meets in the Large Meeting Room, with the Teen Area as a backup space. Recommended for ages 12-18.

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Accommodations

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

Walk-In Digital Literacy

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main floor (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Walk-in assistance is intended for quick questions or brief guidance only. If your need exceeds 15 minutes, you will be encouraged to schedule a full one-hour appointment for more ...

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

Walk-in assistance is intended for quick questions or brief guidance only. If your need exceeds 15 minutes, you will be encouraged to schedule a full one-hour appointment for more comprehensive support.

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

Visit from the Columbus Zoo

Monday, June 9, 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, Families

Discover more about some colorful animals in person! Learn where our zoo guests are from, what they eat, and what makes them so unique.

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

Discover more about some colorful animals in person! Learn where our zoo guests are from, what they eat, and what makes them so unique.

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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.

Dungeons and Dragons

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Teens

Flex your creativity and test your luck with this popular fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Players of any experience level are welcome. *Ages 12 and up. 

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Flex your creativity and test your luck with this popular fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Players of any experience level are welcome. *Ages 12 and up. 

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Accommodations

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

Walk-In Digital Literacy

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main floor (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Walk-in assistance is intended for quick questions or brief guidance only. If your need exceeds 15 minutes, you will be encouraged to schedule a full one-hour appointment for more ...

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

Walk-in assistance is intended for quick questions or brief guidance only. If your need exceeds 15 minutes, you will be encouraged to schedule a full one-hour appointment for more comprehensive support.

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, June 10, 2025 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 "Kids" group.

Color-Our-World Community Quilt

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids

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.

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
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.

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.

Dungeons and Dragons

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Teens, College Students

Spend Tuesday afternoons playing this popular fantasy, tabletop role-playing game. You do NOT have to be an experienced player -- everyone is welcome.

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Teens, College Students
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Spend Tuesday afternoons playing this popular fantasy, tabletop role-playing game. You do NOT have to be an experienced player -- everyone is 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.

Build A Bee Bath

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults

Anyone can work up a thirst in the summer heat, even bees! Learn from Librarians Dawn and Austin how to make a miniature oasis for the pollinators in your garden to give bees a much-needed break in the middle of their busy days.

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

Anyone can work up a thirst in the summer heat, even bees! Learn from Librarians Dawn and Austin how to make a miniature oasis for the pollinators in your garden to give bees a much-needed break in the middle of their busy days.

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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.

Sing, Strum, and Shake

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Performance, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families

Musician Megan Bee will introduce stringed instruments and lead sing-alongs in this hour-long intro to music. Get a hands-on taste of melody and rhythm by singing, clapping, and playing egg shakers to a variety of genres.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Performance, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Musician Megan Bee will introduce stringed instruments and lead sing-alongs in this hour-long intro to music. Get a hands-on taste of melody and rhythm by singing, clapping, and playing egg shakers to a variety of genres.

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.

Discovery Hour

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids

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. 

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

Storytime

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 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

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.

Amish Stories Book Club

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for discussion of Amish stories and Amish life. We'll meet at 1:00pm every second Wednesday at the Wells (Albany) Library.
 

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

Join us for discussion of Amish stories and Amish life. We'll meet at 1:00pm every second Wednesday at the Wells (Albany) Library.
 

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.

Colors are Everywhere

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids

Join Community Food Initiative garden education friends to create art using paints made from natural materials like fruits and veggies. 

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

Join Community Food Initiative garden education friends to create art using paints made from natural materials like fruits and veggies. 

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.

Library Disc Golf

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Outside (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Teens

It's like golf, but with discs! Learn how to play with Librarian Sean, and help us break in our new disc golf course. *New players welcome. Recommended for ages 12-18.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Outside (Athens)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

It's like golf, but with discs! Learn how to play with Librarian Sean, and help us break in our new disc golf course. *New players welcome. Recommended for ages 12-18.

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.

Art in Memory Care

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Health & Wellness, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults

Hosted by the Alzheimer's Association, this program explores the potential of creative expression for individuals living with dementia.

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

Hosted by the Alzheimer's Association, this program explores the potential of creative expression for individuals living with dementia.

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.

Music on the Green

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Outdoor stage (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Performance, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy an evening of Celtic-inspired folk music on Nelsonville Public Library’s green space with a concert from local artists The Brickersons.

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Outdoor stage (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Enjoy an evening of Celtic-inspired folk music on Nelsonville Public Library’s green space with a concert from local artists 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 "Adults" group.

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults

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

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading
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, June 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids

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.

Adult Storytime with Todd

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults

Storytime isn’t just for kids! Get comfy and settle in with Librarian Todd as he reads a colorful tale from short stories past. Thrills, chills, laughter, and tears are all on the table with Todd this summer.

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Storytime isn’t just for kids! Get comfy and settle in with Librarian Todd as he reads a colorful tale from short stories past. Thrills, chills, laughter, and tears are all on the table with Todd this summer.

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

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids

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.

Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
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.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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