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May the Fourth Be with You: Star Wars celebration

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

Come celebrate all things Star Wars at the library on May the Fourth, the official Star Wars holiday. This informal program will feature crafts, videos, books and activities from a...

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Children's area (Athens)
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Games / Gaming
Event Details:

Come celebrate all things Star Wars at the library on May the Fourth, the official Star Wars holiday. This informal program will feature crafts, videos, books and activities from a galaxy far, far away. All ages welcome.

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

Beaded Bookmarks for Everyone

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, 50+
Event Details:

Just in time for Mother's Day!  Join us to make a beaded bookmark for your mother, grandmother, aunt, or other special family member, or to keep for yourself.

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Just in time for Mother's Day!  Join us to make a beaded bookmark for your mother, grandmother, aunt, or other special family member, or to keep for yourself.

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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.

Pins & Needles Craft Time

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+
Event Details:

In person at the Wells (Albany) Library! Join us from 1-3 pm on Tuesdays for handwork and pleasant conversation. Bring a project to work on: embroidery, knitting, crochet, quilt...

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

In person at the Wells (Albany) Library!

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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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.

Introduction to Hand-Splitting Stone

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Mike Kornmiller will speak about this interesting and unusual process, including a demonstration.  Please call The Wells (Albany) Public Library at 740-737-6030 if you have...

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

Mike Kornmiller will speak about this interesting and unusual process, including a demonstration. 

Please call The Wells (Albany) Public Library at 740-737-6030 if you have questions.

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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.

Morsbag Pod Meetup

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Teens, College Students, Adults
Event Details:

Do you love to sew or have you always wanted to learn? Want an excuse to get together with friends to create something for a good cause? We could use your help! In partnership w...

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

Do you love to sew or have you always wanted to learn? Want an excuse to get together with friends to create something for a good cause? We could use your help!

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

Baby and Toddler Playtime

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's area (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

Come play with us! We'll explore books, play games, sing songs, and enjoy each other's company in this open-ended playtime. Older siblings are welcome to follow along. *Check...

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

Come play with us!

We'll explore books, play games, sing songs, and enjoy each other's company in this open-ended playtime. Older siblings are welcome to follow along.

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, May 8, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
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, readin...

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, 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

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.

Meowshrooms with Emily Beveridge

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Is it a cat or a mushroom? It's both! Crafting expert Emily Beveridge is back at the Glouster, Nelsonville, and Coolville libraries to make these adorable air-dry clay creatures wi...

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Event Details:

Is it a cat or a mushroom? It's both! Crafting expert Emily Beveridge is back at the Glouster, Nelsonville, and Coolville libraries to make these adorable air-dry clay creatures with us. 

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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.

Merry Marigolds Family Craft

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Event Details:

What better surprise for Mother's Day or for someone special in your life than something you make yourself? Join us to create a sweet gift by decorating a nursery pot, then plantin...

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

What better surprise for Mother's Day or for someone special in your life than something you make yourself? Join us to create a sweet gift by decorating a nursery pot, then planting marigold seeds!

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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.

Mini Felt Friends

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Drop in after school to make your own mini felt friend! Use a pattern, or create your own design. Every Thursday afternoon in May, from 4 to 5 pm.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Drop in after school to make your own mini felt friend!

Use a pattern, or create your own design.

Every Thursday afternoon in May, from 4 to 5 pm.

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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, May 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+
Event Details:

In person at the Wells (Albany) Library! Join us from 1-3 pm on Tuesdays for handwork and pleasant conversation. Bring a project to work on: embroidery, knitting, crochet, quilt...

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

In person at the Wells (Albany) Library!

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.

Make a Mini Library

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Make your own 1:12 scale library using metal mint tins and an assortment of fabrics, papers, and other crafting materials.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Make your own 1:12 scale library using metal mint tins and an assortment of fabrics, papers, and other crafting materials.

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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 the Library Reception

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main floor (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

An opportunity to meet in person our month's exhibitors and talk with them about their exhibited items.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Main floor (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

An opportunity to meet in person our month's exhibitors and talk with them about their exhibited items.

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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 and Toddler Playtime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's area (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

Come play with us! We'll explore books, play games, sing songs, and enjoy each other's company in this open-ended playtime. Older siblings are welcome to follow along. *Check...

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

Come play with us!

We'll explore books, play games, sing songs, and enjoy each other's company in this open-ended playtime. Older siblings are welcome to follow along.

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, May 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
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, readin...

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, 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

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.

Make a Button

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Do you have a burning desire to express your love for Snorlax, or your hot take on pineapple pizza? Show the world what you love and what you believe with a button you design and m...

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

Do you have a burning desire to express your love for Snorlax, or your hot take on pineapple pizza? Show the world what you love and what you believe with a button you design and make yourself!

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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 "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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Spring Fling

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Celebration
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Event Details:

Celebrate spring with us at our yearly open house! Kurt Dreier, one of Ohio's best caricature artists, will be here creating memorable portraits. Light refreshments will be s...

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Celebration
Event Details:

Celebrate spring with us at our yearly open house!

Kurt Dreier, one of Ohio's best caricature artists, will be here creating memorable portraits.

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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.

Mini Felt Friends

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Drop in after school to make your own mini felt friend! Use a pattern, or create your own design. Every Thursday afternoon in May, from 4 to 5 pm.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Drop in after school to make your own mini felt friend!

Use a pattern, or create your own design.

Every Thursday afternoon in May, from 4 to 5 pm.

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.

Singer-Songwriter, Steve Zarate

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Atrium (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Performance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Our guest performer plays guitar and harmonica and is a talented lyricist, vocalist, and instrumentalist. He performs original songs and has mastered many covers. He also works as ...

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

Our guest performer plays guitar and harmonica and is a talented lyricist, vocalist, and instrumentalist. He performs original songs and has mastered many covers.

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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, May 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+
Event Details:

In person at the Wells (Albany) Library! Join us from 1-3 pm on Tuesdays for handwork and pleasant conversation. Bring a project to work on: embroidery, knitting, crochet, quilt...

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

In person at the Wells (Albany) Library!

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.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Flower Prints

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Print the first flowers of summer using cyanotypes and eco prints to create a few beautiful designs. Participants will choose things to print from our green space, and we will...

Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Science & Nature
Event Details:

Print the first flowers of summer using cyanotypes and eco prints to create a few beautiful designs. Participants will choose things to print from our green space, and we will print both fabric and paper using simple techniques. 

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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.

Pizzapocalypse!

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Celebration, Food, Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Pizza jewelry, pizza crafts, pizza playlist, pizza PARTY!

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

Pizza jewelry, pizza crafts, pizza playlist, pizza 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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
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, May 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Performance
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, 50+, Families
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 e...

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, 50+, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Performance
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 "Babies and Toddlers" group.

Baby and Toddler Playtime

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's area (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

Come play with us! We'll explore books, play games, sing songs, and enjoy each other's company in this open-ended playtime. Older siblings are welcome to follow along. *Check...

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

Come play with us!

We'll explore books, play games, sing songs, and enjoy each other's company in this open-ended playtime. Older siblings are welcome to follow along.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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