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Shrinky Dinks

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

In this “charming” art activity hosted by local artist Emily Beveridge, we’ll create a plastic charm featuring any design imaginable by using the magic of a toaster oven! Kids...

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

In this “charming” art activity hosted by local artist Emily Beveridge, we’ll create a plastic charm featuring any design imaginable by using the magic of a toaster oven! Kids of all ages are welcome

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

TABLETOP RPG AFTERNOON

Thursday, July 3, 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
Event Details:

Meet twice a month to explore some new tabletop role-playing games.  A great way to get together with other teens and young adults for some gaming fun.Grades 7 and up

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:

Meet twice a month to explore some new tabletop role-playing games.  A great way to get together with other teens and young adults for some gaming fun.

Grades 7 and up

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Color and Song (w/ Steve Zarate)

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Outdoor stage (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Performance, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Local musician Steve Zarate will perform a color-themed live concert with songs from artists such as Neil Diamond, R.E.M., Jimi Hendrix, and many more.

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

Local musician Steve Zarate will perform a color-themed live concert with songs from artists such as Neil Diamond, R.E.M., Jimi Hendrix, and many more.

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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.

Exploration Play with the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery

Thursday, July 3, 2025 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
Event Details:

Using a STEAM-based approach, we’ll create, test, explore, and connect with some all-time favorite books.

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:

Using a STEAM-based approach, we’ll create, test, explore, and connect with some all-time favorite books.

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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.

LEGO Challenge

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Build your own eye-catching world at this construction extravaganza hosted by ACPL librarians. Create freely to your heart’s content, or take inspiration from one of our special ch...

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

Build your own eye-catching world at this construction extravaganza hosted by ACPL librarians. Create freely to your heart’s content, or take inspiration from one of our special challenges. *Leave your LEGOS at home; we have plenty!

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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 "Teens" group.

Dungeons and Dragons

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Teens
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. 

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Come to Your Senses

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

This hilarious game show hosted by The Caravan requires participants to use all five senses to answer trivia questions and compete in physical challenges to claim victory. Our host...

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

This hilarious game show hosted by The Caravan requires participants to use all five senses to answer trivia questions and compete in physical challenges to claim victory.

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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.

Adult Storytime with Todd

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults
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 ...

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
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.

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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.

Come to Your Senses

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

This hilarious game show hosted by The Caravan requires participants to use all five senses to answer trivia questions and compete in physical challenges to claim victory. Our host...

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

This hilarious game show hosted by The Caravan requires participants to use all five senses to answer trivia questions and compete in physical challenges to claim victory.

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.

Galactic Gallery

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Our world is made up of colors that inspire awe and wonder, including the space above our heads! Join Site Manager Jess Hughes and the student employees of the Hocking College Natu...

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

Our world is made up of colors that inspire awe and wonder, including the space above our heads!

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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.

Art in Memory Care

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Health & Wellness, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Hosted by the Alzheimer's Association, this program explores the potential of creative expression for individuals living with dementia. We’ll discuss how artistic activities c...

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

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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.

Mario Kart Tournament

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Put your racing skills to the test! Players will compete in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on our Nintendo Switch. *All materials will be provided; however, if you have a preferred controller...

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

Put your racing skills to the test! Players will compete in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on our Nintendo Switch.

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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.

Environmental Art

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Watershed restoration is painting a better way forward. Put your own paint to paper alongside representatives from Rural Action, creating art inspired by work being done to guard a...

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

Watershed restoration is painting a better way forward. Put your own paint to paper alongside representatives from Rural Action, creating art inspired by work being done to guard against acid mine drainage.

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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.

Mine Drainage Detox

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Acid mine drainage impacts more than 1,300 stream miles in Ohio. Join Michelle Shively MacIver from True Pigments and Rural Action to learn about mine drainage impacts still affect...

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Acid mine drainage impacts more than 1,300 stream miles in Ohio.

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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.

Adventure Time Celebration

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Celebration, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

“Come on, grab your friends! We'll go to very distant lands” with Librarian Sara to celebrate her favorite children’s animated series, Adventure Time! Expect games, crafts, and oth...

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Celebration, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

“Come on, grab your friends! We'll go to very distant lands” with Librarian Sara to celebrate her favorite children’s animated series, Adventure 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 "Kids" group.

Bubbles and Rainbows Galore

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

What do these two things have in common? Find out through experimentation with diffraction gratings and prisms. Enjoy a variety of rainbow and bubble-tastic activities like making ...

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

What do these two things have in common? Find out through experimentation with diffraction gratings and prisms.

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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.

Shrinky Dinks

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

In this “charming” art activity hosted by local artist Emily Beveridge, we’ll create a plastic charm featuring any design imaginable by using the magic of a toaster oven! Kids...

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

In this “charming” art activity hosted by local artist Emily Beveridge, we’ll create a plastic charm featuring any design imaginable by using the magic of a toaster oven! Kids of all ages 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.

Upcycled Art

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Jerri Brown from the UpCycle Ohio Community Makerspace will lead several workshops upcycling leftover material and packaging into charming and functional crafts. Along the way, we’...

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

Jerri Brown from the UpCycle Ohio Community Makerspace will lead several workshops upcycling leftover material and packaging into charming and functional crafts.

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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.

Environmental Art

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Watershed restoration is painting a better way forward. Put your own paint to paper alongside representatives from Rural Action, creating art inspired by work being done to guard a...

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

Watershed restoration is painting a better way forward. Put your own paint to paper alongside representatives from Rural Action, creating art inspired by work being done to guard against acid mine drainage.

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.

Dungeons and Dragons

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Teens
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. 

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. 

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.

Claymation Workshop

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Sculpt, move, film! Alex Thomas and Friends will lead us through the fascinating process of combining clay figures and stop-motion animation as we learn the necessary tools and ski...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Sculpt, move, film! Alex Thomas and Friends will lead us through the fascinating process of combining clay figures and stop-motion animation as we learn the necessary tools and skills to make our own claymation films. *Ages 7 to 14.

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

Teen Science Scene

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Explore the "magic" of magnetism with Librarian Andrea, and create tiny magnetic dancers in Session #1, then make abstract art employing pendulums and magnets in Session #2 . Join ...

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

Explore the "magic" of magnetism with Librarian Andrea, and create tiny magnetic dancers in Session #1, then make abstract art employing pendulums and magnets in Session #2 . Join one or both programs!  *Ages 10 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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Build A Bee Bath

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults
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 muc...

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

TV Puppetry Workshop

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Visit the library to find the rainbow connection! Use a monitor in the style of puppetry developed by Jim Henson for performance on film and television productions with Alex T...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Summer at the Library
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Visit the library to find the rainbow connection! Use a monitor in the style of puppetry developed by Jim Henson for performance on film and television productions with Alex Thomas and Friends.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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