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Week of Jazz: Sound-Track or Jazz-Track? Game

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen area (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Performance
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families

Did you know that some video game soundtracks and jazz music can sound similar? Think you can tell the difference?? Come out and put your ears to the test with our Sound-Track or Jazz-Track? game-show program!

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Teen area (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop, Performance
Event Details:

Did you know that some video game soundtracks and jazz music can sound similar? Think you can tell the difference?? Come out and put your ears to the test with our Sound-Track or Jazz-Track? game-show program!

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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
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Lisa & Friends: Cheeps & Peeps Diorama

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Food
Age Group:
Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families

Create dioramas for our little Peep friends (Feel free to bring miniatures for your scenes, too.) 

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Food
Event Details:

Create dioramas for our little Peep friends (Feel free to bring miniatures for your scenes, too.) 

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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
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
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chicken-raising, It's for the Birds

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Class / Workshop, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages

Educator Ed Brown is back to talk about raising chickens, from chicks to mature adults. Come with questions; all ages welcome.

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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 raising chickens, from chicks to mature adults. Come with questions; all ages 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 Afternoon

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, College Students

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

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

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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
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This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Week of Jazz: Ted Harris Performance

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main floor (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Performance, Travel & Culture
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages

To top off our Week of Jazz, come out and hear the Ted Harris Jazz Band! They'll play a variety of tunes showcasing the history of jazz and will share some of the why and how behind the music for the curious listener.

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Main floor (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Performance, Travel & Culture
Event Details:

To top off our Week of Jazz, come out and hear the Ted Harris Jazz Band! They'll play a variety of tunes showcasing the history of jazz and will share some of the why and how behind the music for the curious listener.

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 "Teens" group

Homeschool Hour

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

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. 

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

Dungeons & Dragons

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Teens

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. 

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games / Gaming
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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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

NextGen Makers: Peep Taste Test

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Participants will sample a variety of Peeps flavors and colors, then rate each one based on taste, texture, and overall enjoyment. From classic marshmallow to unique flavors.  

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Food
Event Details:

Participants will sample a variety of Peeps flavors and colors, then rate each one based on taste, texture, and overall enjoyment. From classic marshmallow to unique flavors.  

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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

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, College Students

Spend Tuesday afternoons playing this popular fantasy, tabletop role-playing game. You do NOT have to be an experienced player -- everyone is welcome.

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 "Kids" group
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
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Athens Ohio Roller Derby Takes Over The Library!

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main floor (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Celebration
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages

Get ready for a roller derby takeover! 

Skaters from Athens Ohio Roller Derby will roll into the Wells Library in Albany!

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Main floor (Wells)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Celebration
Event Details:

Get ready for a roller derby takeover! 

Skaters from Athens Ohio Roller Derby will roll into the Wells Library in Albany!

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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
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Mid-Week Mischief: Pastels Art

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Could you be the next Cassatt, Renoir, or Degas? Insofar as you are sure to relish the smooth, rich, satisfying feel of pastels, yes!

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Could you be the next Cassatt, Renoir, or Degas? Insofar as you are sure to relish the smooth, rich, satisfying feel of pastels, yes!

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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

After-School Discovery Hour: Deaf Awareness

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's area (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Learn about Ohio Deaf History Month and American Sign Language.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Children's area (Athens)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Learn about Ohio Deaf History Month and American Sign Language.

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

Lisa & Friends: Puzzle Party

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+

What's better on a winter afternoon than grabbing a snack and working on a puzzle with friends? Join us as we lay out several puzzles in different sizes around the library. Munchies are provided, but feel free to bring some to share.

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Games / Gaming
Event Details:

What's better on a winter afternoon than grabbing a snack and working on a puzzle with friends? Join us as we lay out several puzzles in different sizes around the library. Munchies are provided, but feel free to bring some to share.

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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

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

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. 

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Manga Club

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Food
Age Group:
Teens

 

This will be our last meeting until we reconvene in the fall!

We'll be trying manga watercolor technique and sampling Japanese teas.

As usual, we'll have our newest manga books to browse through.

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

 

This will be our last meeting until we reconvene in the fall!

We'll be trying manga watercolor technique and sampling Japanese teas.

As usual, we'll have our newest manga books to browse through.

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

Nerds' Night Out

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, College Students

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.

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Teens, College Students
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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons & Dragons

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Teens

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. 

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games / Gaming
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

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, College Students

Spend Tuesday afternoons playing this popular fantasy, tabletop role-playing game. You do NOT have to be an experienced player -- everyone is welcome.

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Author Visit: Andrew Joseph White

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Teens, College Students, Adults

Join us for an author talk, Q&A session, and book signing with bestselling author Andrew Joseph White.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Teens, College Students, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an author talk, Q&A session, and book signing with bestselling author Andrew Joseph White.

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

After-School Spanish Hour

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Class / Workshop, Travel & Culture
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families

¡Hola! Join student volunteers from Ohio University's Spanish Department in discovering the fun of learning about Spanish language and culture through arts and crafts, music, stories, games and more.

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Families
Program Type: Class / Workshop, Travel & Culture
Event Details:

¡Hola! Join student volunteers from Ohio University's Spanish Department in discovering the fun of learning about Spanish language and culture through arts and crafts, music, stories, games and more.

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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
This event is in the "Families" group

Meet Ruby the Therapy Dog

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Families

If you love soft fur, floppy ears, and wet noses, this program is for you.

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Families
Event Details:

If you love soft fur, floppy ears, and wet noses, this program is for you.

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

Lisa & Friends: Felt Succulents

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+

Have a brown thumb? Join the crafters and Librarian Lisa as we learn how to make plant friends using felt material.

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Have a brown thumb? Join the crafters and Librarian Lisa as we learn how to make plant friends using felt material.

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

Teen Takeover

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen area (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, College Students

Got games? Gather in the Teen Area on the first Thursday of every month for snacks and video games, board games, puzzles, cards, and whatever other fun we can think up! A great chance to try new things and hang out with your friends. 

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Teen area (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Teens, College Students
Program Type: Games / Gaming
Event Details:

Got games? Gather in the Teen Area on the first Thursday of every month for snacks and video games, board games, puzzles, cards, and whatever other fun we can think up! A great chance to try new things and hang out with your friends. 

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

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming
Age Group:
Teens, College Students

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

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