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Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, 18-22
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Teens, 18-22
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.

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This event is in the "18-22" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

Invasive Plants: Identification and Management

4:00pm–6:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
Chauncey Public Library
Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: 18-22, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Representatives from the Athens Conservancy will educate attendees on common invasive plant species in our area and their impact on native flora.

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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "18-22" group

Doomed Diamond Escape Room

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, 18-22
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Teens, 18-22
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Hidden in the depths of the Amazon jungle, the infamous Doomed Diamond is guarded by a secret temple shrouded in vines.

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This event is in the "18-22" group
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This event is in the "50+" group

Ethiopia’s Historic Wonder: A Travelogue

6:30pm–8:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: 18-22, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Writer-photographer Jonathan Maffay presents an evening celebrating the history-rich land of Ethiopia.

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This event is in the "18-22" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

Invasive Plants: Identification and Management

2:00pm–4:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: 18-22, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Representatives from the Athens Conservancy will educate attendees on common invasive plant species in our area and their impact on native flora.

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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 "18-22" group

Tabletop RPG Afternoon

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, 18-22
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Teens, 18-22
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.

This Summer we will be playing Mutants and Masterminds.

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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 "18-22" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

Pins & Needles Craft Time

1:00pm–3:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: 18-22, 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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Watercolor Workshop: Painting Your Family Tree

2:00pm–4:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
Nelsonville Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: 18-22, 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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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "18-22" group

Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, 18-22
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Teens, 18-22
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 "18-22" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

Summer Sessions with the Athenian Quartet

6:00pm–8:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: 18-22, 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 "Teens" group
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Soccer Snacks

3:00pm–4:00pm
Preschool, Kids, Teens, 18-22, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Main floor (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Teens, 18-22, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Event Details:

While you watch another thrilling match, enjoy soccer and game- themed treats from some of the countries playing for the cup. 

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This event is in the "18-22" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

Dig in to Your Community

4:00pm–6:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
The Plains Public Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Off-site (The Plains)
Age Group: 18-22, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Join nonprofits from around Athens County for a volunteer fair at The Plains Community Park and dig up opportunities to engage and help your community. 

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This event is in the "18-22" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

Pins & Needles Craft Time

1:00pm–3:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: 18-22, 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "18-22" group

Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, 18-22
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Teens, 18-22
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 "18-22" 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

2nd of July Craft & Celebration

2:00pm–4:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: 18-22, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Be the first on the block to celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th year. Librarian Lisa will kick off the festivities by teaching attendees how to make their own wood block replica of an Uncle Sam hat.

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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "18-22" group

Tabletop RPG Afternoon

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, 18-22
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Teens, 18-22
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.

This Summer we will be playing Mutants and Masterminds.

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 "18-22" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

Pins & Needles Craft Time

1:00pm–3:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: 18-22, 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 "18-22" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

Digging for the Words: Writing with a Sense of Place

4:00pm–6:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
Chauncey Public Library
Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: 18-22, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Every one of us has a special place, each holding a unique story waiting to be discovered. Songwriter Megan Bee will share songs, poems, and stories that illuminate how a sense of place can shape our narratives.

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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "18-22" group

Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, 18-22
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Teens, 18-22
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 "18-22" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

Digging for the Words: Writing with a Sense of Place

4:00pm–6:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
Glouster Public Library
Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
Age Group: 18-22, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Every one of us has a special place, each holding a unique story waiting to be discovered. Songwriter Megan Bee will share songs, poems, and stories that illuminate how a sense of place can shape our narratives.

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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 "18-22" group

Natural Tie Dye

2:30pm–3:30pm
Teens, 18-22
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Teens, 18-22
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Join Carter Rice for a natural tie-dye workshop! Learn to create vibrant colors using plants, vegetables, fruits, and other natural materials.

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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "18-22" 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

Quarter-Finals Party

1:00pm–3:00pm
Preschool, Kids, Teens, 18-22, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Outside (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids, Teens, 18-22, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Celebration, Food, Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

It’s down to the Elite Eight! Bring your buttons and flags to the Nelsonville library and see if one of your teams has made it this far. Snacks will be provided, as well as the chance to play some soccer together! 

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This event is in the "18-22" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

Pins & Needles Craft Time

1:00pm–3:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: 18-22, 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 "18-22" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

Create Together: Archaeology Busy Bottles

2:00pm–4:00pm
18-22, Adults, 50+
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: 18-22, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Busy bottles are a handheld scavenger hunt and a great way for people of all ages and abilities to take a moment, relax, and engage the mind.

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