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Paint, Plant, Grow

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids

Use paint, rhinestones, and a variety of craft supplies to customize your pot, then plant a succulent to take home. Librarians Jenny and Taryn will help you create your own stylish mini-garden.

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

Use paint, rhinestones, and a variety of craft supplies to customize your pot, then plant a succulent to take home. Librarians Jenny and Taryn will help you create your own stylish mini-garden.

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This event is in the "Adults" group

The Thursday Channel: Great Expectations by Charles Dickens (Part 3 of 4)

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults

A grand novel about growing up, it is one of the greatest tales in English literature, full of plot twists and surprises.

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

A grand novel about growing up, it is one of the greatest tales in English literature, full of plot twists and surprises.

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Juneteenth

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

All libraries will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026 for Juneteenth

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
Description:
All libraries will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026 for Juneteenth
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bookmobile @ Federal Valley Resource Center

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Library Outreach
Age Group:
All Ages

The Bookmobile visits the FVRC in Stewart! Find books and other library treasures, bring back your borrowed library items, use our WiFi, and more. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library Outreach
Event Details:

The Bookmobile visits the FVRC in Stewart! Find books and other library treasures, bring back your borrowed library items, use our WiFi, and more. 

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Accommodations

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This event is in the "Kids" group

Story Explorers

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Get ready to set off on an adventure—through books! In Story Explorers, grade school kids will travel to new worlds, meet unforgettable characters, and dive into exciting tales.

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

Get ready to set off on an adventure—through books! In Story Explorers, grade school kids will travel to new worlds, meet unforgettable characters, and dive into exciting tales.

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

BioBlast Dino Dig!

Monday, June 22, 2026 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

Ohio U. scientists from the Biological Student Graduate Society will bring both interactive dig sites and real fossils to demonstrate how paleontologists find, excavate, and study extinct life.

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:

Ohio U. scientists from the Biological Student Graduate Society will bring both interactive dig sites and real fossils to demonstrate how paleontologists find, excavate, and study extinct life.

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Accommodations

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This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons & Dragons

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
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
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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This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bookmobile @ University Courtyard Apartments

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Library Outreach
Age Group:
All Ages

The Bookmobile visits University Courtyard Apartments! 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library Outreach
Event Details:

The Bookmobile visits University Courtyard Apartments! 

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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, June 23, 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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This event is in the "Kids" group

Dynamic Dino-Rama Design

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids

Join Librarian Andrea for a roaring good time! Make a habitat for a tiny dinosaur and decorate it with all kinds of fun supplies from our craft buffet.

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

Join Librarian Andrea for a roaring good time! Make a habitat for a tiny dinosaur and decorate it with all kinds of fun supplies from our craft buffet.

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Accommodations

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This event is in the "Teens" group

Geodes

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Teens

In this geode-breaking program, teens will explore geology through hands-on experience by cracking open real geodes to reveal crystal formations hidden inside.

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Class / Workshop
Event Details:

In this geode-breaking program, teens will explore geology through hands-on experience by cracking open real geodes to reveal crystal formations hidden inside.

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Accommodations

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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

Watercolor Workshop: Painting Your Family Tree

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Summer at the Library
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

We all have our roots, whether it's the family we're born or adopted into, or our chosen family. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of watercolor while creating a decorative family tree.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Registration Required
Event Details:

We all have our roots, whether it's the family we're born or adopted into, or our chosen family. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of watercolor while creating a decorative family tree.

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Accommodations

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This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bookmobile @ Shade Community Center

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Library Outreach
Age Group:
All Ages

The Bookmobile visits the Shade Community Center!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library Outreach
Event Details:

The Bookmobile visits the Shade Community Center!

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Accommodations

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

Dungeons and Dragons

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
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
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.

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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 "Families" group

BioBlast Dino Dig!

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main floor (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids, Families

Ohio U. scientists from the Biological Student Graduate Society will bring both interactive dig sites and real fossils to demonstrate how paleontologists find, excavate, and study extinct life.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Main floor (Athens)
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Ohio U. scientists from the Biological Student Graduate Society will bring both interactive dig sites and real fossils to demonstrate how paleontologists find, excavate, and study extinct life.

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

Summer Sessions with the Athenian Quartet

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Summer at the Library
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

New to the local music scene, this band of Ohio University students bonded through a shared love of music, collaboration, and trombones.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Event Details:

New to the local music scene, this band of Ohio University students bonded through a shared love of music, collaboration, and trombones.

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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, June 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, 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: Arts & Creativity, 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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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 "Families" group

Storytime

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main floor (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Families

Join Andy for stories, songs, playtime, and crafts!

Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Main floor (Glouster)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Andy for stories, songs, playtime, and crafts!

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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

English-Spanish Storytime

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Experience the joys of English, Spanish, and Spanglish through stories, songs, and activities.

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Experience the joys of English, Spanish, and Spanglish through stories, songs, and activities.

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

LEGO Eruption

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids

Let your creativity explode in this brick-building journey into the prehistoric past.

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Let your creativity explode in this brick-building journey into the prehistoric past.

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Accommodations

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This event is in the "Kids" group

Movement Adventure

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids

Dig into the arts with Factory Street Dance Studio! Use your creativity and discover new ways of moving– jazz, modern, ballet, and more await you on this beginner-friendly journey. 

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

Dig into the arts with Factory Street Dance Studio! Use your creativity and discover new ways of moving– jazz, modern, ballet, and more await you on this beginner-friendly journey. 

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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
This event is in the "50+" group

Adult Storytime with Todd

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults, 50+

Librarian Todd is taking his beloved adult storytime series on the road once again! This summer, he will be reading select chapters from John Preston’s The Dig, a fictionalized account of the Sutton Hoo excavations.

Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
Age Group: Adults, 50+
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Librarian Todd is taking his beloved adult storytime series on the road once again! This summer, he will be reading select chapters from John Preston’s The Dig, a fictionalized account of the Sutton Hoo excavations.

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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

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Main floor (Nelsonville) at 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
Room: Main floor (Nelsonville)
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! 

 

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Accommodations

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Spanish Conversation

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Practice your Spanish language speaking skills with a friendly group of people.

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

Practice your Spanish language speaking skills with a friendly group of people.