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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
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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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

Storytime with Mr. Steve

11:00am–12:00pm
Preschool
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Kids' zone (The Plains)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a special special musical Storytime with special guest Mr. Steve!

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This event is in the "All Ages" group

End-of-Life Series: Resource Fair

5:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Main floor (The Plains)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Class / Workshop
Event Details:

Join us for a resource fair showcasing local providers and information about end-of-life planning, grief support, and death. Refreshments will be served.

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

Soda-Licious!

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids, Teens
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Food
Event Details:

Join us for a fun afternoon crafting and drinking Dirty Soda recipes that satisfy your own personal taste with Flavors & Fizz!

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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

Vision Board Party

3:30pm–5:00pm
College Students, Adults, 50+
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Event Details:

Whether you're planning your dreams for the new year, setting goals for personal growth, or just want a fun and creative activity, this program is for you!

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This event is in the "All Ages" group

Digital Literacy Walk in Hours

11:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Main floor (The Plains)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Stop to learn more about using your device and resources like Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy, or other online services. Walk in hours are a great chance to grow your digital confidence with guided one-on-one learning. Limited to 15 minutes.

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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

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
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
This event is in the "College Students" group

Tabletop RPG Afternoon

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
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.

1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month.

Grades 7 and up

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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

Jackbox Game Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
College Students, Adults
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: College Students, Adults
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

BE BORED NO MORE!!!

Join us at the library for a few hours of Jackbox party games.

All you need to play is a laptop, tablet, or phone.  

Laughter is guaranteed!!!

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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 "All Ages" group

Digital Literacy Walk in Hours

11:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Main floor (The Plains)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Stop to learn more about using your device and resources like Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy, or other online services. Walk in hours are a great chance to grow your digital confidence with guided one-on-one learning. Limited to 15 minutes.

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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

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
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 "Preschool" group

Sprouting Melodies

11:00am–11:30am
Preschool
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Kids' zone (The Plains)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Sprouting Melodies is an early childhood music program for children age 5 and under. Bring your little ones for a fun and special family music time! This program takes the place of usual Storytime at The Plains Library.

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

Out of This World Book Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
College Students, Adults, 50+
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Event Details:

Do you love fantasy? Can't get enough science fiction? If your answer is yes, then this book club is for you! We will meet on the second Wednesday of the month to discuss the book and have snacks.

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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

Qigong Worshop with Laura Parrotti

4:00pm–5:30pm
College Students, Adults, 50+
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Class / Workshop
Event Details:

This workshop will include a short introduction to Qigong, principles of breath and alignment, relaxation, circulation of Qi, and moving from the center.

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

Adult February Craft Party

4:00pm–5:00pm
College Students, Adults, 50+
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Event Details:

Craft those Winter blues away with Librarian Debra! All supplies and snacks will be provided.

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President’s Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Athens Public Library, Chauncey Public Library, Coolville Public Library, Glouster Public Library, Nelsonville Public Library, The Plains Public Library, Wells (Albany) Public Library, Online, Off Site
Description:
All libraries will be closed Monday, February 16, 2026 for President’s Day
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
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
This event is in the "College Students" group

Tabletop RPG Afternoon

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
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.

1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month.

Grades 7 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
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 "All Ages" group

End-of-Life Series: LGBTQ+ End-of-life Planning

5:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Class / Workshop
Event Details:

Death Doula Quinn Bennett will be joining us to present on the unique end-of-life planning needs for the LGBTQ+ community.

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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

Paws Cause Creations

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Make a toy for your own pet and/or a shelter animal waiting for their forever home!

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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

Nerds' Night Out

5:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

Nerd out with video games, board games, card games, RPGs, , and more. Chill with old friends and meet some new people while enjoying nerd-worthy drinks and snacks. *For ages 12 and up.

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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

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
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
This event is in the "College Students" group

Tabletop RPG Afternoon

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
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.

1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month.

Grades 7 and up

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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