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Community Garden Day

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Chauncey Public Library
Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Garden (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Science & Nature
Event Details:

Did you know that certain microbes found in soil trigger the release of serotonin in our brains?

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This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Night

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Teen area (Athens)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

Chess Night is a casual, open chess meet-up for teens and young adults that welcomes all skill levels! Players will have an opportunity to learn, practice, and meet other community members interested in chess.

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Buzz about Bees

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Class / Workshop, Science & Nature
Event Details:

Educator Ed Brown is back to talk about our declining bee population and what we can do to help them. Come and listen to his helpful advice on how to support our natural pollinator numbers thrive in our area. All ages are welcome.

 

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

Homeschool Hour

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kids, Teens
Coolville Public Library
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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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "College Students" group.

Tabletop RPG Club

12:00pm - 4:45pm
Teens, College Students
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Small meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Teens, College Students
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

A teen-led social club that meets weekly to explore tabletop role-playing games (including Dungeons & Dragons). The club meets in the Large Meeting Room, with the Teen Area as a backup space. Recommended for ages 12-18.

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

Wooden Flower Painting Craft for Kids & Teens

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Paint the perfect spring decoration that won't wither away! Choose from a variety of spring-themed colors and flower designs.

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

Make Butter

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Chauncey Public Library
Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Food
Event Details:

What's better than devouring sweet, creamy butter on fresh bread? Eating it with the knowledge that you made it yourself! Yes, your arms will be sore from shaking all that cream, but your heart and your stomach will be full.

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This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Night

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Teen area (Athens)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

Chess Night is a casual, open chess meet-up for teens and young adults that welcomes all skill levels! Players will have an opportunity to learn, practice, and meet other community members interested in chess.

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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

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kids, Teens
Coolville Public Library
Cancelled
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 "Teens" group.

Manga Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Food
Event Details:

 

Due to a special program, this month's Manga Club will be on the fifth Friday. 

 

Learn about manga, Japanese culture, and talk about your favorite books!

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

Tabletop RPG Club

12:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, College Students
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Teens, College Students
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

A teen-led social club that meets weekly to explore tabletop role-playing games (including Dungeons & Dragons). The club meets in the Large Meeting Room, with the Teen Area as a backup space. Recommended for ages 12-18.

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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.

FREE FOR ALL: THE PUBLIC LIBRARY (Film Screening & Panel)

3:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Film / Video Screening
Event Details:

Watch the 2025 documentary FREE FOR ALL: THE PUBLIC LIBRARY at the Athena Cinema, followed by a panel with Athens County librarians. 

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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.

Art in the Library Opening Reception: Diamond Dots

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Main floor (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Exhibit
Event Details:

Dawn West has completed over 100 "Diamond Dot" paintings. You may recognize her work from seeing the axolotl at the front entrance of the library! Join us to celebrate Dawn's June art exhibit. Light refreshments will be served. 

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This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons and Dragons

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Chauncey Public Library
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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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.

Hue-tenanny

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Celebration, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Create tie-dyed apparel like a bandana, t-shirt, socks, or even a pillowcase. (Feel free to bring your own items, too.) Teen Librarians Mel and Stacey are excited to help you bring more color into your wardrobe and into your world!

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

Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, College Students
The Plains Public Library
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:

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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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.

TABLETOP RPG Club

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, College Students
The Plains Public Library
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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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 "Families" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

First Friday Game Night

5:00pm - 7:00pm
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

World Atlatl Association Day

10:00am - 2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Outside (Athens)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games / Gaming, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Learn to use this prehistoric hunting weapon on the Library Green next to our parking lot.  For more information, contact Ray Strischek for more information, (ohioatlatl@hotmail.com) 740-331-4351, or Steve Barnett (barnz@juno.com) 740-698-655

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

Tabletop RPG Club

12:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, College Students
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Teens, College Students
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

A teen-led social club that meets weekly to explore tabletop role-playing games (including Dungeons & Dragons). The club meets in the Large Meeting Room, with the Teen Area as a backup space. Recommended for ages 12-18.

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

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Chauncey Public Library
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "College Students" group.

Dungeons and Dragons

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, College Students
The Plains Public Library
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:

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 "Teens" group.

Library Disc Golf

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Outside (Athens)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

It's like golf, but with discs! Learn how to play with Librarian Sean, and help us break in our new disc golf course. *New players welcome. Recommended for ages 12-18.

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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.

Tabletop RPG Club

12:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, College Students
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Teens, College Students
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

A teen-led social club that meets weekly to explore tabletop role-playing games (including Dungeons & Dragons). The club meets in the Large Meeting Room, with the Teen Area as a backup space. Recommended for ages 12-18.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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