Week of Events
“Librarian for a Day contest!”
“Librarian for a Day contest!”
Write or draw what you would do if you were a librarian during National Library week? Winners will receive a special prize & become a honorary Librarian!
Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons
Go on epic adventures and battle deadly foes in the 5th edition of this popular role-playing game. All levels of experience and skill are welcome! Join the fun from 2:30 – 4:30 in the Meeting Room.
Little Women Matinee
Little Women Matinee
Celebrate Women's History Month by watching the 2019 film version of the classic novel. We'll take inspiration from the time period and create embroidery hoop wall art.
Cookbook Club
Cookbook Club
Bring a dish that matches this month’s theme or come as you are. Taste test some food and enjoy talking about food with other foodies! This FREE event is for ages 18+.
Teens – March Madness Bracket Challenge
Teens – March Madness Bracket Challenge
Teens are welcome to join us at the New Boston library on Monday, March 18th at 6:00 p.m. for a bracket challenge event. Those in attendance will be filling out brackets for a chance to win fun prizes after the conclusion of the Men’s NCAA basketball tournament. For more information...
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
Children ages 3 and under are invited to join us for stories and songs, fingerplays, forming friendships, and fun!
Bookworms Storytime
Bookworms Storytime
Learn to become an independent reader with Miss Hailey as we venture into silly stories, fun songs, crafty activities all while we learn together and build skills necessary to start Kindergarten! This Storytime occurs every Tuesday at 11:30am during our active Storytime sessions!
Wheelersburg Story Time!
Wheelersburg Story Time!
Bring in the little ones for stories, songs, crafts, and fun activities! 11:30am Tuesdays @ Wheelersburg Branch Library, Jan 30th-April 9th!
Teen Crafting: Galaxy Slime
Teen Crafting: Galaxy Slime
It's time to get excited for the Solar Eclipse! Join us in the meeting room to make Galaxy Slime at 2:30.
“Keep Calm” Sweet Pea frame
“Keep Calm” Sweet Pea frame
Keep Calm Sweet Pea and create a frame from split peas! Event will be held in the Copley Room at the main location on March 19 at 4 p.m. Ages 12 and up. Please call 740-354-5304 to register for this class.
Family Story Time
Family Craft: Plaque
Family Craft: Plaque
Families are invited to the Wheelersburg Library to work together to create an "Our Family" wooden plaque. Each family member will create his/her own likeness to contribute to the plaque. Call 740-574-6116 for more information.
Adult Painting: Painters Choice
Adult Painting: Painters Choice
Adult painting Class. We will have painter choice. You will come in and chose what you want to paint. There is quite a collection of items you can chose. The class begins at 5:30 p.m. There will be very limited available seating, please stop in to pre-register, $6 fee is...
Wiggleworms Storytime
Wiggleworms Storytime
Miss Kasie’s Storytime is perfect for toddlers that are ready to learn to get their wiggles out before listening to fun books read aloud to them! Music, dancing and of course books! You and your little ones will enjoy this Storytime that occurs every Wednesday at 11:30am during active Storytime...
Computer and VR Gaming
Computer and VR Gaming
Come play games with friends on our gaming laptops, Nintendo Switch or try out one of our Oculus Quest systems. You can even bring your own system to play. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.
Roly Poly Storytime
Roly Poly Storytime
Join Miss Stefanie at the perfect playtime for your little bundles of joy! Music, dancing, and reading are essential to your baby’s development so don’t miss out. This Storytime occurs every Thursday at 1pm during active Storytime sessions.
Manga Club
Manga Club
Talk about your favorite series, make a craft, try a snack or drink, win a volume of manga and more. You never know what the club has in store! This FREE program is for ages 13-18 and runs from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting Room.
Oculus Gaming
Oculus Gaming
Teens are invited to participate in a unique gaming experience through virtual reality! If patrons have any questions, they are welcome to call the Wheelersburg Library at (740) 574-6116.
Popsicle stick treasure chest
Popsicle stick treasure chest
Struggling to find somewhere to put your trinkets after spring cleaning? Tweens are welcomed to the South Webster Library to make a Popsicle stick treasure chest to store all their favorite small items at 4pm. For any questions, call (740) 778-2122.
Family Story time
Family Story time
Family Story time is for any child 6 and under. Join us as we read, play and craft. The program begins at 11am and lasts about an hour. For more information, call the South Webster Library at 778-2122.
Family Story Time
Family Story Time
Develop your child's love of reading by joining us at the New Boston Library for our Family Story Times! Children will have fun learning through stories and developing fine motor skills through crafts. This program is for children ages 6 & under and will take place every Friday at 11:30...
Free Day Friday
Free Day Friday
Come play games with friends on our gaming laptops, Nintendo Switch or try out one of our Oculus Quest systems. You can even bring your own system to play. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.
Sensory Story Time
Sensory Story Time
Enjoy stories, songs, movement, and play in a sensory friendly environment. Sensory storytime is designed for children ages 3-8 of all abilities, especially those on the autism spectrum, have sensory processing difficulties, struggle in large groups, and/or have other needs.
Gone Fishin’ Craft and Games
Gone Fishin’ Craft and Games
Mark your calendar for March 23rd and have some crafting fun on the Bookmobile. This fish-tastic craft is for children and will be available at ALL our stops. The children will be able to craft their own paper bag fish and decorate it to the gills. Also, there will be...
A Novel Idea Book Group
A Novel Idea Book Group
Free reading event. A Novel Idea Book Group meets monthly at The Loft Coffee Company and Roastery. For more information call 740-354-5688 or visit yourppl.org. This month’s selection: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros.
MONSTERS!!!!! and a movie…
MONSTERS!!!!! and a movie…
Join us in Youth Services at our Portsmouth location as we make a fun monster to take home and watch Monster's INC.