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AARP Tax Assistance

12:30pm–3:30pm
College Students, Adults, 50+
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Class / Workshop
Event Details:

Tax Preparers will assist people with their 2025 tax returns with the exception of business reporting a loss.

Call 740-737-6036 for appointment.

What to bring for the appointment:

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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

1:00pm–3:00pm
College Students, Adults, 50+
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!

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

NextGen Makers: Peep Taste Test

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Coolville Public Library
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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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.

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City Meeting

5:45pm–6:45pm
Nelsonville Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Nelsonville Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Nelsonville)

Partnering for Strong Families

6:00pm–7:30pm
Athens Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Purpose of Meeting

This session is funded through the Ohio Children's Trust Fund for the purpose of strengthening families in our region.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Baby/Toddler Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Babies and Toddlers
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

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

Baby and Toddler Playtime

11:00am–12:00pm
Babies and Toddlers, Families
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.

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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 "Kids" group

Discovery Hour

11:00am–12:00pm
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday for an interactive storytime for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and grade school children.

Weekly activities include themed sensory bins, crafts, reading, games, and more.

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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

Storytime

11:00am–12:00pm
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Families
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!

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This event is in the "Preschool" group

Storytime

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 stories, songs, and playful activities!

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This event is in the "All Ages" group

Digital Literacy Walk-In Hours

11:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Main floor (Athens)
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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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

English-Spanish Storytime

11:30am–12:30pm
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Chauncey Public Library
Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
Age Group: Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Experience the joys of English, Spanish, and Spanglish through stories, songs, and activities.

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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!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens, College Students, Adults, 50+, Families, All Ages
Wells (Albany) Public Library
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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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

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Chauncey Public Library
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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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

After-School Discovery Hour: Deaf Awareness

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids, Teens
Athens Public Library
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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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: What Is Green Burial?

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, 50+, All Ages
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Adults, 50+, All Ages
Program Type: Class / Workshop
Event Details:

Are you curious about green burial (also called natural burial), all the norm long ago and a growing trend today? We will cover what it is, how it works, and how it all started. We’ll also discuss local options and who might be interested.

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Community Conversation with Ohio Children's Alliance

9:00am–1:30pm
Athens Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Purpose of Meeting

A community conversation with Ohio Children's Alliance. Where local voices guide statewide action. 

For more information: memberservices@ohiochildrensalliance.org

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Preschool Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool
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

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Next Chapter Book Club

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Nelsonville Public Library
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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This event is in the "College Students" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "50+" group

AARP Tax Assistance

10:30am–1:30pm
College Students, Adults, 50+
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Coolville)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Class / Workshop
Event Details:

Tax Preparers will assist people with their 2025 tax returns with the exception of business reporting a loss.

Call 740-737-6036 for appointment.

What to bring for the appointment:

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

Storytime with Rachel

11:00am–12:00pm
Preschool, Kids, Families
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! 

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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
Chauncey Public Library
Library Branch: Chauncey Public Library
Room: Inside (Chauncey)
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 "All Ages" group

Digital Literacy Walk-In Hours

11:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
Coolville Public Library
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
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.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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