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Reader's Choice Book Club

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

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. January's author is TBD in December's book club.

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. January's author is TBD in December's book club.

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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

Pins & Needles Craft Time

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

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!

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!

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

Library Jam Session

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Adults, 50+, Families

Join us for an informal musical get-together every 3rd Tuesday from 6-8pm.

You're invited to listen or play, no matter your skill level; beginners are encouraged to learn from experienced players in the first half hour.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Adults, 50+, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Event Details:

Join us for an informal musical get-together every 3rd Tuesday from 6-8pm.

You're invited to listen or play, no matter your skill level; beginners are encouraged to learn from experienced players in the first half hour.

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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 "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Main floor (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults

NCBC is a weekly book club designed to include developmentally disabled adults. We read books together, discuss them, and then celebrate with a party! 

 

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Main floor (Nelsonville)
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! 

 

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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
This event is in the "Families" group

Lisa & Friends: Cool Coloring

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families

Spend an hour or two with us as we color away the blues.  

*Everything's provided, including light snacks.

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

Spend an hour or two with us as we color away the blues.  

*Everything's provided, including light 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

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Class / Workshop
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

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

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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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 "Families" group

Robert Burns Night with Athens Ohio Scottish Country Dancers and the Brickersons

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Celebration, Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Families

Celebrate Robert Burns' birthday with good music, lively dance, and Scottish shortbread. Dance instruction will be given, so all can join in!

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

The Thursday Channel: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight (Book Club Part 1 of 2)

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Registration Required
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.

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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 "Adults" group

Concert Series: Athens Maestros Piano Studio Concert

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Atrium (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Performance
Age Group:
Adults

Youth concert under the direction of Liesbeth Korink Beasley, who uses the teaching methodology of the Simply Music™ piano program.

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, who uses 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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Secrets of the Accordion

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Performance
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy a fun and engaging lecture/performance by professor and composer Dr. Keith Dippre. This presentation will feature the basic functions of the instrument as well as the styles of music for which it is best known.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Performance
Event Details:

Enjoy a fun and engaging lecture/performance by professor and composer Dr. Keith Dippre. This presentation will feature the basic functions of the instrument as well as the styles of music for which it is best known.

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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

Pins & Needles Craft Time

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

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!

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

English as a Second Language

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
  • Are you an adult in the community who is learning the English language?
  • Would you like more practice in English grammar, pronunciation, reading, and vocabulary?
  • A friendly setting where you can di
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class / Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:
  • Are you an adult in the community who is learning the English language?
  • Would you like more practice in English grammar, pronunciation, reading, and vocabulary?
  • A friendly setting where you can di

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

End-of-Life Series: Resource Fair

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Main floor (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, 50+, All Ages

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

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Main floor (The Plains)
Age Group: Adults, 50+, 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.

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

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Main floor (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults

NCBC is a weekly book club designed to include developmentally disabled adults. We read books together, discuss them, and then celebrate with a party! 

 

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Main floor (Nelsonville)
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 "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, January 29, 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 provided, but feel free to bring some more 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 provided, but feel free to bring some more to share.

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

The Thursday Channel: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight (Part 2 of 2)

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

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

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

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!

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!

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

Ladies Night

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Film / Video Screening
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

Munchies will be provided but feel free to bring your favorite treat.

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Film / Video Screening
Event Details:

Munchies will be provided but feel free to bring your favorite treat.

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

CANCELLED: Concert Series: Clarinet & Piano

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Atrium (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Performance
Age Group:
Adults

***due to a temporary injury the musicians have been compelled to cancel this concert; we hope to reschedule it for the autumn***

 

Cancelled
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Atrium (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Performance
Event Details:

***due to a temporary injury the musicians have been compelled to cancel this concert; we hope to reschedule it for the autumn***

 

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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

Pins & Needles Craft Time

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+

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!

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

English as a Second Language

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
  • Are you an adult in the community who is learning the English language?
  • Would you like more practice in English grammar, pronunciation, reading, and vocabulary?
  • A friendly setting where you can di
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class / Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:
  • Are you an adult in the community who is learning the English language?
  • Would you like more practice in English grammar, pronunciation, reading, and vocabulary?
  • A friendly setting where you can di

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

Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Main floor (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults

NCBC is a weekly book club designed to include developmentally disabled adults. We read books together, discuss them, and then celebrate with a party! 

 

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Main floor (Nelsonville)
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 "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: Love Birds Diamond Dots

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+

Feel free to bring munchies to share during this next installment of one of the library's favorite artistic activities!

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

Feel free to bring munchies to share during this next installment of one of the library's favorite artistic activities!

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

The Thursday Channel: Story of the 1st Rhode Island Regiment

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

In celebration of our country's 250th Anniversary ("The Semiquincentennial"), this program will explore one of the most unique military units in the American Revolution.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

In celebration of our country's 250th Anniversary ("The Semiquincentennial"), this program will explore one of the most unique military units in the American Revolution.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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