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Family Tie-Dye

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kids, Families
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Celebration, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Head to the library for an after-hours afternoon to dye a bandana (provided) or one item from home with library staff.

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This event is in the "Kids" group.

Bubbles and Rainbows Galore

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
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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This event is in the "Kids" group.

Breakfast for Lunch

11:30am - 12:45pm
Kids
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Food, Summer at the Library
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how to make your own pancakes in different flavors with Librarian Rachel, then gobble them up for lunch! *Registration required. Gluten, dairy, and nut-free options available.

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This event is in the "Kids" group.

Environmental Art

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
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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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.

Razzle-dazzle Slime

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Use food coloring, glitter, and a variety of mix-ins with Librarian Taryn to create your own sensory toy. *This could get messy, so dress accordingly

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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

11:00am - 12:00pm
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: 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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This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Shrinky Dinks

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Kids, Families
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
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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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.

Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Chauncey Public Library
Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, games, crafts, and more! All are welcome.

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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.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Sing, Strum, and Shake

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Glouster Public Library
Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Performance, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Musician Megan Bee will introduce stringed instruments and lead sing-alongs in this hour-long intro to music. Get a hands-on taste of melody and rhythm by singing, clapping, and playing egg shakers to a variety of genres.

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This event is in the "Kids" group.

Pokemon Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Meet other players, trade cards (we have plenty to share!), and enjoy themed games and crafts with Librarian Rachel.

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This event is in the "Kids" group.

Color-Our-World Community Quilt

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kids
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Decorate a quilt square with Librarian Dinisha however your creativity inspires you, and help contribute to this community art project! Our finished quilt will travel to libraries throughout the county for all to enjoy.

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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 "Kids" group.

Galactic Gallery

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Chauncey Public Library
Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
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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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.

Color-Our-World Community Quilt

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

Decorate a quilt square with Librarian Dinisha however your creativity inspires you, and help contribute to this community art project! Our finished quilt will travel to libraries throughout the county for all to enjoy.

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.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Sing, Strum, and Shake

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Performance, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Musician Megan Bee will introduce stringed instruments and lead sing-alongs in this hour-long intro to music. Get a hands-on taste of melody and rhythm by singing, clapping, and playing egg shakers to a variety of genres.

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.

Bubbles and Rainbows Galore

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
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.

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

11:00am - 12:00pm
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: 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. 

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.

Environmental Art

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Kids
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Chauncey Public Library
Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, games, crafts, and more! All 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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Shrinky Dinks

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids, Families
Glouster Public Library
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

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.

Exploration Play with the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kids
Wells (Albany) Public Library
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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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 "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

First Friday Game Night

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

Join us on the first Friday of the month for board games, card games, Wii games, and street games. Snacks provided. All ages welcome!

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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 "Kids" group.

LEGO Challenge

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
The Plains Public Library
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 "Kids" group.

Come to Your Senses

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids
Coolville Public Library
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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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

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids
Athens Public Library
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