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Jan
19
2026
Mon
Closing
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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, January 19, 2026 for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jan
23
2026
Fri
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Library Outreach
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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This event is in the "50+" group
50+
Coolville Public Library
This event is in the "50+" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Creative Aging Art Series
10:30am–12:00pm
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch:
Coolville Public Library
Room:
Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group:
50+
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity,
Class / Workshop,
Exhibit
Event Details:
Over eight weeks, twelve participants ages 55+ will explore suminagashi monoprints, cyanotype photograms, and watercolor painting in a welcoming, social environment.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
Babies and Toddlers
Athens Public Library
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Baby/Toddler Storytime
10:00am–11:00am
Athens Public Library
Library Branch:
Athens Public Library
Room:
Children's area (Athens)
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity,
Storytime
Event Details:
Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child/children that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, finger play and baby movement. Ages 0-3 years
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
Preschool,
Babies and Toddlers,
Kids
Chauncey Public Library
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Mid-Week Mischief: Stuffed Animal Sleepover
10:00am–6:00pm
Chauncey Public Library
Library Branch:
Chauncey Public Library
Room:
Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group:
Preschool,
Babies and Toddlers,
Kids
Event Details:
Drop your favorite stuffed animal off at the library any time between 10 and 6, and tell the librarian all about them! Together we will read your stuffed animal a story and tuck them in.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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This event is in the "Preschool" group
Preschool
Athens Public Library
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Preschool Storytime
10:00am–11:00am
Athens Public Library
Library Branch:
Athens Public Library
Room:
Children's area (Athens)
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity,
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for stories, songs and more that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children. Ages 3-5 years
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Event Details:
NCBC is a weekly book club designed to include developmentally disabled adults. We read books together, discuss them, and then celebrate with a 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 "50+" group
50+
Nelsonville Public Library
This event is in the "50+" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Creative Aging Art Series
10:30am–12:00pm
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch:
Nelsonville Public Library
Room:
Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group:
50+
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity,
Class / Workshop,
Exhibit
Event Details:
Over eight weeks, twelve participants ages 55+ will explore suminagashi monoprints, cyanotype photograms, and watercolor painting in a welcoming, social environment.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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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 "Families" group
Preschool,
Babies and Toddlers,
Families
Athens Public Library
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Jan
24
2026
Sat
Family Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
Athens Public Library
Library Branch:
Athens Public Library
Room:
Children's area (Athens)
Age Group:
Preschool,
Babies and Toddlers,
Families
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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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 "Families" group
Preschool,
Babies and Toddlers,
Families
Nelsonville Public Library
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Storytime with Carter
11:00am–12:00pm
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch:
Nelsonville Public Library
Room:
Kids' zone (Nelsonville)
Age Group:
Preschool,
Babies and Toddlers,
Families
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for a weekly baby & toddler storytime! We'll build skills and socialize while we read books, rhyme rhymes, move our bodies, and sing songs.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
Reservation
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Digital Literacy Walk-in Hours
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room:
Main floor (Wells)
This event is in the "College Students" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group
College Students,
Adults,
50+
Chauncey Public Library
This event is in the "College Students" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Reader's Choice Book Club
11:30am–12:30pm
Chauncey Public Library
Library Branch:
Chauncey Public Library
Room:
Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group:
College Students,
Adults,
50+
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Event Details:
Each month, we pick an author and everyone reads one of their books. We'll talk about the books together, and the author's body of work as a whole, and enjoy some snacks and have a grand old time.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Babies and Toddlers,
Families
Wells (Albany) Public Library
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Baby and Toddler Playtime
11:00am–12:00pm
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Library Branch:
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room:
Children's area (Wells)
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers,
Families
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 "Families" group
Preschool,
Babies and Toddlers,
Families
Glouster Public Library
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Storytime
11:00am–12:00pm
Glouster Public Library
Library Branch:
Glouster Public Library
Room:
Main floor (Glouster)
Age Group:
Preschool,
Babies and Toddlers,
Families
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join Andy for stories, songs, playtime, and crafts!
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
Reservation
Athens Public Library
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Digital Literacy Walk-in Hours
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Athens Public Library
Room:
Main floor (Athens)
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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Preschool,
Kids,
Families
Wells (Albany) Public Library
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Storytime with Rachel
11:00am–12:00pm
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Library Branch:
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room:
Children's area (Wells)
Age Group:
Preschool,
Kids,
Families
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Weekly stories, playful activities, and songs. Stay afterwards for more fun with friends!
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
Reservation
Chauncey Public Library
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Digital Literacy Walk-in Hours
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Chauncey Public Library
Room:
Inside (Chauncey)
Reservation
Coolville Public Library
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Digital Literacy Walk-in Hours
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Coolville Public Library
Room:
Kids' area (Coolville)
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Bookmobile @ University Courtyard Apartments
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Library Outreach
Event Details:
The Bookmobile visits University Courtyard Apartments!
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 "College Students" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group
College Students,
Adults,
50+
Wells (Albany) Public Library
This event is in the "College Students" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Pins & Needles Craft Time
1:00pm–3:00pm
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Library Branch:
Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room:
Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group:
College Students,
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
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Kids,
Teens
Coolville Public Library
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
23
2026
Fri
Homeschool Hour
1:00pm–2:00pm
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.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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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
Teens,
College Students,
Adults,
50+,
Families
Coolville Public Library
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
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Cool Coloring
2:00pm–4:00pm
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch:
Coolville Public Library
Room:
Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group:
Teens,
College Students,
Adults,
50+,
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Event Details:
Come and spend an hour or two with us at Coolville Public Library as we color away the blues. Everything will be provided for this class and some light snacks will be available.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Bookmobile @ Shade Community Center
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Library Outreach
Event Details:
The Bookmobile visits the Shade Community Center!
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Athens Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
24
2026
Sat
Athens Maestros Piano Studio Concert
3:00pm–4:00pm
Athens Public Library
Library Branch:
Athens Public Library
Room:
Atrium (Athens)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity,
Performance
Event Details:
Youth concert under the direction of Liesbeth Korink Beasley. She used the teaching methodology of the Simply Music™ piano program.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Kids,
Teens
Coolville Public Library
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Imagination Crew: Pokémon Trading and Crafts
4:00pm–5:00pm
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch:
Coolville Public Library
Room:
Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group:
Kids,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Event Details:
Join us for an afternoon of Pokémon fun! Whether you're a seasoned Trainer or just starting your journey, our Pokémon Trading & Crafts is the perfect place to meet friends, trade cards, and get creative.
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
All Ages
Nelsonville Public Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Public Libraries Board Meeting
4:00pm–5:00pm
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch:
Nelsonville Public Library
Room:
Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Public Meeting
Event Details:
Monthly meeting of ACPL's Board of Trustees at the main branch in Nelsonville. Open to the public, with time set aside for public comment.
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
Teens,
College Students
The Plains Public Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "College Students" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Dungeons and Dragons
4:00pm–6:00pm
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
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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 "Families" group
Preschool,
Kids,
Teens,
Families
Nelsonville Public Library
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 "Families" group
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Hibernatin' w/ The Hocking College Nature Center
4:00pm–5:00pm
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch:
Nelsonville Public Library
Room:
Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group:
Preschool,
Kids,
Teens,
Families
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Event Details:
Join us for a cozy visit from the Hocking College Nature Center.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Athens Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Spanish Conversation
4:00pm–5:00pm
Athens Public Library
Library Branch:
Athens Public Library
Room:
Small meeting room (Athens)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Travel & Culture
Event Details:
Practice your Spanish language speaking skills with a friendly group of people.
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 "College Students" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group
College Students,
Adults,
50+
The Plains Public Library
This event is in the "College Students" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Qigong Worshop with Laura Parrotti
4:00pm–5:30pm
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.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
Wells (Albany) Public Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
23
2026
Fri
Manga Club
4:00pm–5:00pm
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:
Learn about manga, Japanese culture, and talk about your favorite books! Browse through the newest manga books, and see what other branches have. Try out Japanese snacks and tea! Every fourth Friday.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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Reservation
Athens Public Library
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Tabletop Tavern: RPG Game Night
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Athens Public Library
Room:
Large meeting room (Athens)
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This event is in the "Teens" group
Teens
The Plains Public Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
23
2026
Fri
Nerds' Night Out
5:00pm–8:00pm
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.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Adults,
Families
Nelsonville Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Robert Burns Night with Athens Ohio Scottish Dancers and the Brickersons
6:00pm–7:00pm
Nelsonville Public Library
Library Branch:
Nelsonville Public Library
Room:
Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group:
Adults,
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity,
Celebration,
Performance
Event Details:
Celebrate Robert Burns' birthday with good music, lively dance, and Scottish shortbread. Dance instruction will be given, so all can join in!
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
Adults
Athens Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
The Thursday Channel: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight (Part 1 of 2)
6:00pm–7:30pm
Athens Public Library
Library Branch:
Athens Public Library
Room:
Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Event Details:
An Arthurian tale in the form of a beautiful and cleverly-composed narrative poem, it was originally written in Middle English in the 14th century.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please let our staff know
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