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Coffee & Craft: Watercolor Pet Portraits

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Adults

Join us each month for a low-pressure craft, designed to exercise your creativity. A different pairing of local coffee & tea will accompany each craft.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us each month for a low-pressure craft, designed to exercise your creativity. A different pairing of local coffee & tea will accompany each craft.

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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, April 14, 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 "Adults" group

Adult LEGO Cafe: Boutique Hotel

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Small meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Adults

Teamwork makes the dream work, as we build the LEGO Boutique Hotel. Over four nights, we'll collaborate to build a lovely LEGO lodge, section by section. Due to the nature of the project, registration is required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Small meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teamwork makes the dream work, as we build the LEGO Boutique Hotel. Over four nights, we'll collaborate to build a lovely LEGO lodge, section by section. Due to the nature of the project, registration is required.

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Accommodations

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This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, April 15, 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

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult LEGO Cafe: Boutique Hotel

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Small meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Adults

Teamwork makes the dream work, as we build the LEGO Boutique Hotel. Over four nights, we'll collaborate to build a lovely LEGO lodge, section by section. Due to the nature of the project, registration is required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Small meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teamwork makes the dream work, as we build the LEGO Boutique Hotel. Over four nights, we'll collaborate to build a lovely LEGO lodge, section by section. Due to the nature of the project, registration is required.

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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, April 16, 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

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

Lisa & Friends: Diamond Dot Hummingbirds

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+

Work on pictures of hummingbirds during a (hopefully!) lovely spring day. Feel free to bring munchies to share.

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

Work on pictures of hummingbirds during a (hopefully!) lovely spring day. Feel free to bring munchies to share.

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

Palette to Petals: Painting and Planting

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Teens, College Students

Paint your own flower pot and leave with some wildflowers ready to start growing. You can leave your flower at the library to bloom and come back for it or take it home and watch it grow! Snacks will be provided. 

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Teens, College Students
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature
Event Details:

Paint your own flower pot and leave with some wildflowers ready to start growing. You can leave your flower at the library to bloom and come back for it or take it home and watch it grow! Snacks will be provided. 

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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 "Adults" group

Adult LEGO Cafe: Boutique Hotel

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Small meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Adults

Teamwork makes the dream work, as we build the LEGO Boutique Hotel. Over four nights, we'll collaborate to build a lovely LEGO lodge, section by section. Due to the nature of the project, registration is required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Small meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teamwork makes the dream work, as we build the LEGO Boutique Hotel. Over four nights, we'll collaborate to build a lovely LEGO lodge, section by section. Due to the nature of the project, registration is required.

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, April 17, 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. 

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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, April 18, 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. 

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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

Concert Series: Trumpet Ensemble

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Performance
Age Group:
Adults

Come listen to talented students from the trumpet division of Ohio University's School of Music in the Chaddock & Morrow College of Fine Arts, under the direction of Assistant Professor Maximilian McNutt.

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

Come listen to talented students from the trumpet division of Ohio University's School of Music in the Chaddock & Morrow College of Fine Arts, under the direction of Assistant Professor Maximilian McNutt.

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

Pins & Needles Craft Time

Tuesday, April 21, 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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Pokémon Trading and Crafts

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Games / Gaming
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, Games / Gaming
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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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, April 21, 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.

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

It Happened One Night - Ohio Goes to the Movies

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Celebration, Film / Video Screening
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

Celebrate Ohio's contributions to the film industry with this special Ohio Goes to the Movies  screening of classic film It Happened One Night.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Celebration, Film / Video Screening
Event Details:

Celebrate Ohio's contributions to the film industry with this special Ohio Goes to the Movies  screening of classic film It Happened One Night.

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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, April 22, 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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Earth Day Drumming with Lawrence Greene

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families, All Ages

Celebrate Earth Day with an afternoon of Drumming with Lawrence Greene!

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

Celebrate Earth Day with an afternoon of Drumming with Lawrence Greene!

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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, April 23, 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 "College Students" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

Lisa & Friends: Tiny Pots and Plant Exchange

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

Get a head-start on spring by making tiny pots out of Jenga blocks and trading our plant starts, either indoor or outdoor--you choose! 

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

Get a head-start on spring by making tiny pots out of Jenga blocks and trading our plant starts, either indoor or outdoor--you choose! 

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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

The Thursday Channel: Facing Down Our Ghosts

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Adults

This is a thematic creative writing workshop for borth poetry and prose, led by poet Wendy McVicker and essayist Stacie Somerset.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Athens Public Library.

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

This is a thematic creative writing workshop for borth poetry and prose, led by poet Wendy McVicker and essayist Stacie Somerset.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Athens Public Library.

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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, April 24, 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, April 24, 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.

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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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Concert Series: Federal Hocking Jazz Band

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Atrium (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Performance
Age Group:
Kids, Adults, Families, All Ages

Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with a performance by the Federal Hocking High School Jazz Band under the direction of Madalyn Staight. 

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

Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with a performance by the Federal Hocking High School Jazz Band under the direction of Madalyn Staight. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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