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All library locations will close at 5pm on Wednesday, November 27 and remain closed on Thursday, November 28 for Thanksgiving

Upcoming Events

Tai Chi

Wed, Nov 20, 9:00am - 10:00am

Main Library - Annex Room B

Join us at the Main Library Annex and try this gentle form of exercise.

Budding Bookworms Storytime

Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Children's Area

Come listen to some great stories and songs. Storytime helps develop a young child's literacy skills and nurtures a love of reading.

The Bee Mobile Library at Clarksburg

Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Clarksburg BookHive

Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at the BookHive in Clarksburg, located at 10849 Main St.

Cancelled

The Bee Mobile Library at Clarksburg

Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Clarksburg BookHive

Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at the BookHive in Clarksburg, located at 10849 Main St.

Cancelled

The Bee Mobile Library at Clarksburg

Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Clarksburg BookHive

Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at the BookHive in Clarksburg, located at 10849 Main St.

Teen Service Council at Main Library

Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Annex Room A

Looking to earn community service hours or gain volunteer experience for a job? Join us! In November, we will be having a Fossil Science program that will need assistance.

Blacklight Putt Putt!

Wed, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Annex Room D,Annex Room B

Bring the family and come play blacklight putt putt inside the library!

Discovery Garden

Thu, Nov 21, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Annex Room A

Imaginative play, stories, games, art & music. This program is a partnership between the library and Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio.

Paper Plate Scarecrow Craft

Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library

Create a scarecrow out of construction paper and a paper plate.

Pumpkin Turkey Craft

Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Salem Branch - In the Library

Join us and create a cute Thanksgiving display out of real pumpkins!

Acting for Non-Actors

Thu, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room

If you've ever wanted to try acting, this class is for you! A fun, non-judgmental class that will allow you to explore your creative side with improv and scene study. Beginners welcome.

Diamond Art Drop-In for Teens

Thu, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room

Drop in during the hour and make a diamond art keychain. Give it to your friend or keep it for your own. Beginner friendly!

Sensory Explore and Play

Fri, Nov 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Annex Room B

With an assortment of sensory bins, this hands-on activity allows children to engage their senses while having fun and getting a bit messy.

Grandview Cemetery Tour

Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Offsite

Tour the cemetery grounds and learn about the history of those who have shaped Ross County on a guided walking tour.

Family Storytime

Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Children's Area

Can't come to storytime during the week? No worries! Come to our storytime on Saturday! We will have half an hour of short stories, music, movement, and our favorite thing to do -- bubbles!

Wiggle Worms

Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room

Join us for half an hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of the month, we'll offer a bilingual storytime offered in English and Spanish.

Hang Out with Listening Dog at Northside Branch

Mon, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Northside Branch - Conference Room

Do you need someone to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs that can accompany you to make your day better.

Register

Choose Your Own Story: Can You Survive on a Pirate Ship?

Mon, Nov 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Annex Room D

Take on the seas and work as a team as you decide your fate in this choose-your-own-story style game.

Pinecone and Mums Arrangement

Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library

Create a stunning mum flower arrangement using paint, pinecones, and greenery.

Paper Roll Owls

Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room

Join us to create a cute owl out of a paper roll. Your creativity and imagination are all you need to bring. Registration is required.

Copper Scrubbing Pad Pumpkin

Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room

Join us to make your own pumpkin using a copper scrub pad, wire, felt, and a cinnamon stick.

DIY Holiday Wreath

Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room

Make your own wreath to decorate your home for the winter season. We've already foraged the greenery needed and all other supplies. Just bring your creativity and join us for a fun night.

This event is full

Cancelled

Children's Clothing Bank

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library

The Children's Clothing Bank, located in the Main Library Annex and operated by the First Presbyterian Church of Chillicothe, provides clothes for children ranging in size from infant to teens.

Hang Out with Listening Dog at Main Library

Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Children's Area

Do you need someone to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs that can accompany you to make your day better.

Register

Cozy Game Night

Tue, Nov 26, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Annex Room D

'Tis the season for cozy! Come join us at the Main Library for Cozy Game Night. We'll have cozy board games, snacks, and puzzles for you to enjoy.

Pajama Party Family Storytime

Tue, Nov 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room

Wear your pajamas and wind down for the evening with us during this cozy storytime.

Budding Bookworms Storytime

Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Children's Area

Come listen to some great stories and songs. Storytime helps develop a young child's literacy skills and nurtures a love of reading.

Discovering Genealogy

Wed, Nov 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library

Join us to learn about tracing your roots and explore the resources the library has to offer.

The Bee Mobile Library in Adelphi

Wed, Nov 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

The Bee Mobile Library

Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at the Adelphi United Methodist Church, 11879 Main St., Adelphi.

Closed for the Holiday

Thu, Nov 28, All day

Main Library

All library locations are closed for the holiday.

Paint A Gingerbread House

Fri, Nov 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Annex Room B

'Tis the season for Gingerbread Houses and gifting. Come paint your very own gingerbread house and give it as a gift or keep it for yourself.

Visit with Santa! - Sherman Park with The Bee Mobile Library

Mon, Dec 02, 3:15pm - 4:00pm

Sherman Park

Santa is coming to the Library! Santa will also join the Bee Mobile Library on some stops in the community. Everyone who visits Santa gets a candy cane and a free book.

Check 'Em Out! Book Club

Mon, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library

This is a book club for anybody interested in reading books and meeting new people.

Clay Ornaments

Mon, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room

Make an ornament using air dry clay, cookie cutters, and paint. All supplies provided.

Merry Mocktails and Masterpiece

Mon, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room

Enjoy non-alcoholic mocktails and make a painted masterpiece.

Registration opens Monday, November 25 2024 at 9:00am

Friends of Dorothy Book Club

Mon, Dec 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Annex Room A

Join us the first Monday of the month to discuss a variety of LGBTQ+ literature, everything from fantasy to memoirs.

Children's Clothing Bank

Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Children's Clothing Bank

The Children's Clothing Bank, located in the Main Library Annex and operated by the First Presbyterian Church of Chillicothe, provides clothes for children ranging in size from infant to teens.

Dog Man to the Rescue!

Tue, Dec 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Children's Area

Join us to celebrate the release of the newest installment of the popular Dog Man series "Big Jim Begins".

Visit with Santa! - Paxton Branch

Tue, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room

Santa is coming to the Library! Santa will also join the Bee Mobile Library on some stops in the community. Everyone who visits Santa gets a candy cane and a free book.

Storytime at Paxton Branch

Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library

Join us for a storytime and coloring.

Storytime at Kingston Branch

Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room

Join us for stories, songs, and a reindeer craft using a cardboard tube and paper handprints.

The Book Bunch Book Club

Wed, Dec 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library

Join us for our Adult Book Club. We will discuss the previous month's book at each meeting and enjoy hearing everyone's thoughts and opinions.