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Out of This World Book Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
College Students, Adults, 50+
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Event Details:

Do you love fantasy? Can't get enough science fiction? If your answer is yes, then this book club is for you! We will meet on the second Wednesday of the month to discuss the book and have snacks.

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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
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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.

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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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This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bookmobile @ Campus Heights Apartments

1:00pm–2:30pm
All Ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library Outreach

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Lisa & Friends: Shiitake Mushroom Log Workshop

2:00pm–4:00pm
College Students, Adults, 50+
Coolville Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Coolville Public Library
Room: Outside (Coolville)
Age Group: College Students, Adults, 50+
Program Type: Class / Workshop, Science & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 18+ only.

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Spanish Conversation

4:00pm–5:00pm
Athens Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Small meeting room (Athens)
Purpose of Meeting

Practice your Spanish language speaking skills with a friendly group of people.

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

Ohio University Child Life Student and Ohio University College of Medicine

4:30pm–5:30pm
Preschool, Kids
Athens Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Preschool, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn and engage  through supportive educational medical play themes with Ohio University Child Life students and Ohio University College of Medicine Pediatric students.

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Wildflowers with Betty Ranck

5:00pm–6:00pm
College Students, Adults, 50+
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, Science & Nature
Event Details:

Betty Ranck is a nature photographer and her work often features wildflowers. She will be sharing her images and tips on identification. There will also be information about areas to hike within Ohio.

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The Thursday Channel: River of Earth (Part 2 of 3)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Large meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion / Literary Reading
Event Details:

First published in 1940, River of Earth has been called the "Grapes of Wrath" for the Appalachian experience during the Great Depression.

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Kagyu Conversation Hour

7:00pm–8:00pm
Athens Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Small meeting room (Athens)
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bookmobile @ Federal Valley Resource Center

11:00am–12:30pm
All Ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library Outreach
Event Details:

The Bookmobile visits the FVRC in Stewart! Find books and other library treasures, bring back your borrowed library items, use our WiFi, and more. 

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

Homeschool Hour

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids, Teens
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. 

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This event is in the "College Students" group
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Ladies Night

5:00pm–7:00pm
College Students, Adults, 50+
Coolville Public Library
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.

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This event is in the "Preschool" group
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Family Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool, Babies and Toddlers, Families
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.

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Tips and Tricks: Reduce Food Waste in Your Home

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
The Plains Public Library
Library Branch: The Plains Public Library
Room: Meeting room (The Plains)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class / Workshop
Event Details:

Food prices continue to increase as food benefits decrease. Join Nanda Filkin from Athens Food Rescue to learn more about how you can reduce food waste and feed your family.

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Concert Series: Trombone Ensembles

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Athens Public Library
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Atrium (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity, Performance
Event Details:

Please come to this concert offering a rich variety of musical eras, performed by music students under the direction of Associate Professor Lucas Rego Borges, Chair of the Trombone Studio at the Ohio University School of Music in the Chaddock and

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Adult LEGO Cafe: Boutique Hotel

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Athens Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Athens Public Library
Room: Small meeting room (Athens)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teamwork makes the dream work, as we build the LEGO Boutique Hotel. Over four nights, we'll collaborate to build a lovely LEGO lodge, section by section. Due to the nature of the project, registration is required.

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This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons & Dragons

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
Chauncey Public Library
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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Storytime with Carter

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

 

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Coffee & Craft: Watercolor Pet Portraits

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Glouster Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glouster Public Library
Room: Meeting room (Glouster)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Creativity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us each month for a low-pressure craft, designed to exercise your creativity. A different pairing of local coffee & tea will accompany each craft.

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Bookmobile @ University Courtyard Apartments

1:00pm–2:00pm
All Ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Library Outreach
Event Details:

The Bookmobile visits University Courtyard Apartments! 

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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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