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Diamond Dots

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults
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Join in the fun as Librarian Lisa leads this popular craft workshop making vibrant images that will liven up any space. 

*All materials provided, but feel free to bring munchies to share.

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Join in the fun as Librarian Lisa leads this popular craft workshop making vibrant images that will liven up any space. 

*All materials provided, but feel free to bring munchies 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.

Pokemon Club

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
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Meet other players, trade cards (we have plenty to share!), and enjoy themed games and crafts with Librarian Rachel.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Meet other players, trade cards (we have plenty to share!), and enjoy themed games and crafts with Librarian Rachel.

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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.

Spanish Conversation Hour

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Travel & Culture
Age Group:
Adults
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Meet every week to practice your Spanish in a friendly community setting! Native speakers and those interested in improving their language skills are equally welcome. Free and open to the public.

 

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Small meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Travel & Culture
Event Details:

 

 

Meet every week to practice your Spanish in a friendly community setting! Native speakers and those interested in improving their language skills are equally welcome. Free and open to the public.

 

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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.

Color-Our-World Community Quilt

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
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Decorate a quilt square with Librarian Dinisha however your creativity inspires you, and help contribute to this community art project! Our finished quilt will travel to libraries throughout the county for all to enjoy.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Decorate a quilt square with Librarian Dinisha however your creativity inspires you, and help contribute to this community art project! Our finished quilt will travel to libraries throughout the county for all to enjoy.

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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.

Book Club: Fathers and Sons by Ivan Turgenev (Part 4 of 4)

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults
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Considered one of the greatest novels of 19th century, the first realist novel in Russian literature, and a classic of world literature, Fathers and Sons depicts social change, conflict and adaptation between the generations, wh

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Event Details:

Considered one of the greatest novels of 19th century, the first realist novel in Russian literature, and a classic of world literature, Fathers and Sons depicts social change, conflict and adaptation between the generations, wh

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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.

Galactic Gallery

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
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Our world is made up of colors that inspire awe and wonder, including the space above our heads!

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Our world is made up of colors that inspire awe and wonder, including the space above our heads!

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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

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Summer at the Library, Travel & Culture
Age Group:
Teens
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Learn about manga, Japanese culture, talk about your favorite books, and find new titles while trying Japanese snacks and tea with Librarian Rachel.

Library Branch: Wells (Albany) Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Wells)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading, Summer at the Library, Travel & Culture
Event Details:

Learn about manga, Japanese culture, talk about your favorite books, and find new titles while trying Japanese snacks and tea with Librarian Rachel.

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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.

Ladies Night-

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Film / Video Screening
Age Group:
Adults
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Munchies will be provided but feel free to bring your favorite treat.

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

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

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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 "Adults" group.

Atlatl Training Day Camp

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Outside (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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Learn to use this prehistoric hunting weapon on the Library Green next to our parking lot.  Contact Ray Strischek for more information, (ohioatlatl@hotmail.com) 740-331-4351, or Steve Barnett (barnz@juno.com) 740-698-6553.

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.  Contact Ray Strischek for more information, (ohioatlatl@hotmail.com) 740-331-4351, or Steve Barnett (barnz@juno.com) 740-698-6553.

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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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Storytime

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Families
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Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
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.

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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

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Teens, College Students
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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.

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.

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Accommodations

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

Queer Tea Party

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

A cute cozy social event with tea and snacks. Fancy dress encouraged but not required!

The Plains Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Purpose of Meeting

A cute cozy social event with tea and snacks. Fancy dress encouraged but not required!

Walk-In Digital Literacy

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main floor (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Walk-in assistance is intended for quick questions or brief guidance only. If your need exceeds 15 minutes, you will be encouraged to schedule a full one-hour appointment for more ...

The Plains Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Main floor (The Plains)
Purpose of Meeting

Walk-in assistance is intended for quick questions or brief guidance only. If your need exceeds 15 minutes, you will be encouraged to schedule a full one-hour appointment for more comprehensive support.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Color-Our-World Community Quilt

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting room (The Plains) at The Plains Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
:

Decorate a quilt square with Librarian Dinisha however your creativity inspires you, and help contribute to this community art project! Our finished quilt will travel to libraries throughout the county for all to enjoy.

Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Decorate a quilt square with Librarian Dinisha however your creativity inspires you, and help contribute to this community art project! Our finished quilt will travel to libraries throughout the county for all to enjoy.

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

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
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, 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 "Adults" group.

Athens Poetry Group

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Small meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Age Group:
Adults
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Adults who enjoy writing poetry are invited to share their work and comment on the work others.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Small meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Event Details:

Adults who enjoy writing poetry are invited to share their work and comment on the work others.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Walk-In Digital Literacy

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main floor (Glouster) at Glouster Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Walk-in assistance is intended for quick questions or brief guidance only. If your need exceeds 15 minutes, you will be encouraged to schedule a full one-hour appointment for more ...

Glouster Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Main floor (Glouster)
Purpose of Meeting

Walk-in assistance is intended for quick questions or brief guidance only. If your need exceeds 15 minutes, you will be encouraged to schedule a full one-hour appointment for more comprehensive support.

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, July 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Wells) at Wells (Albany) Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity
Age Group:
College Students, Adults, 50+
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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 "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Sing, Strum, and Shake

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting room (Coolville) at Coolville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Performance, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
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Musician Megan Bee will introduce stringed instruments and lead sing-alongs in this hour-long intro to music. Get a hands-on taste of melody and rhythm by singing, clapping, and playing egg shakers to a variety of genres.

Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Performance, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Musician Megan Bee will introduce stringed instruments and lead sing-alongs in this hour-long intro to music. Get a hands-on taste of melody and rhythm by singing, clapping, and playing egg shakers to a variety of genres.

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.

Eat the Rainbow

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Large meeting room (Nelsonville) at Nelsonville Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Teens
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Colorful foods are jam-packed with vitamins. Visit our mid-summer rainbow smoothie bar hosted by Librarian Mel to make yourself a fruity refreshment or get a veggie snack!

Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Colorful foods are jam-packed with vitamins. Visit our mid-summer rainbow smoothie bar hosted by Librarian Mel to make yourself a fruity refreshment or get a veggie snack!

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.

A Stroke of Luck: Bingo for Art Lovers

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inside (Chauncey) at Chauncey Public Library
Program Type:
Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Adults
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Play bingo with Librarian Dawn and win art supply prizes! We’ll also enjoy colorful refreshments and test our artist knowledge with some trivia questions.

Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games / Gaming, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

Play bingo with Librarian Dawn and win art supply prizes! We’ll also enjoy colorful refreshments and test our artist knowledge with some trivia questions.

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, July 1, 2025 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.

Bubbles and Rainbows Galore

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large meeting room (Athens) at Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Kids
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What do these two things have in common? Find out through experimentation with diffraction gratings and prisms.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & Nature, Summer at the Library
Event Details:

What do these two things have in common? Find out through experimentation with diffraction gratings and prisms.

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.

And a Theme Will Emerge: The Freehand iPad Art of Paul Longo

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Athens Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Creativity, Exhibit
Age Group:
Adults
:

On display from July 2nd thru July 30th on the Circulation Area Wall.

Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Exhibit
Event Details:

On display from July 2nd thru July 30th on the Circulation Area Wall.

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Accommodations

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