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kids playing on drums

Rhythm Band for Preschoolers

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Ashtabula Foundation Room at Ashtabula Public Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
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Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: STE(A)M
Event Details:

Bring your Preschooler to our Rhythm Band.  We'll study rhythm by using our hands, feet, voices and hand-held rhythm instruments!

Virtual Author Talk: Lisa Jewell

Virtual Author Talk: Lisa Jewell

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Digital Branch

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Digital Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk
Event Details:

Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns with Bestselling Author Lisa Jewell

You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming

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Comic Book - Book Club

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Geneva Children's Programming Room at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Younger Children, Tweens
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Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Discussion, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Comic Book, Book Club as we read a graphic novel together and discuss.  Each session will have a discussion and art or craft component.  Books can be picked up at the front desk and are geared for youth in grades 3-5.

photo of a national park

Exploring National Parks

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Robert S Morrison Foundation Room at Ashtabula Public Library

Age Group:

Younger Children
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Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room
Age Group: Younger Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us as we explore a different National Park each week.  There will also be an activity and craft each week.   

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Comic Book Art Afternoon

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Tech Room at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
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Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Teen Tech Room
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading, STE(A)M, Visual Arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we make our own comic book style art!  Create your own hero, villain, comic panel, and more!  All materials will be provided. 

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Manitu Okahas Art

All Day 6/1 - 6/18
Everyone
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: William Tokarczyk Exhibition Gallery
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Visual Arts
Event Details:

The work of local Artist Manitu Okahas is featured in the William Tokarczyk Exhibition Gallery

Tech Connect: Geneva

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Geneva Public Library
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Back Fireplace
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Life Skills Training, Technology Training
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our weekly tech event for one-on-one help with your devices or any other technology question, guided by our friendly tech guru.

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Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Moises Cirillo

11:00am - 12:30pm
Geneva Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Mary Louise Legeza Room
Purpose of Meeting

Early Intervention meeting

Teens Together!

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens and tweens grade 6 - 12 can come to the teen area to study or socialize.

Things to Know

Registration is Required

Registration is required. Please register online or by calling the branch.

C.J. Prentiss

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room

Life Without Chains

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Geneva Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Mary Louise Legeza Room
Purpose of Meeting

Open N/A Meeting

Little Scientists

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: STE(A)M
Registration Required

Kids work together to solve a new STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) project or challenge each week! Code a robot mouse to solve a maze, create a catapult, or design a boat that really floats! 

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

3D Printer Basics

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Teen Tech Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Technology Training
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you heard about the new Makerspace in Geneva? Join our Emerging Technologies Librarian for an introductory lesson on the Form 4 3D Resin Printer by Formlabs.

Things to Know

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Color Our World Creative Coloring Club for Adults

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ethel McDowell's Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Connect with others who love to color. Free and open to adults 18+. All materials provided (coloring sheets, crayons, pencils, markers) or feel free to bring your own. Come and bring a friend! For more information call 440-997-9341.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Common Ground of NE Ohio

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Purpose of Meeting

Meeting of like minds to discuss political issues, current events, and take action.  Non-partisan.

Storytime!

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Aquarium Seating Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Help your child develop strong early literacy skills and a love of lifelong learning. Children enjoy stories & rhymes, sing songs, practice fine motor skills, and learn to play and share with others.

Things to Know

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Nickel Carnival @ Shannon's MiniMart with the ACDL Bookmobile

10:00am - 2:00pm
Everyone
County Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: County Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

ACDL brings the library to you! Visit a Bookmobile stop to check out our selection of books, movies, and hotspots.

Come see us at Shannon's Mini Mart for Nickel Day 2025!

Don't have a library card? No Problem, We can sign you up on the Bookmobile!

Rhythm Band for Preschoolers

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: STE(A)M
Event Details:

Bring your Preschooler to our Rhythm Band.  We'll study rhythm by using our hands, feet, voices and hand-held rhythm instruments!

Things to Know

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Manitu Okahas Art Reception - Vicky Sheldon

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room
Purpose of Meeting

Meet the artist behind this month's gallery show.  

Ashtabula County Democratic Party

2:00pm - 3:45pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room
Purpose of Meeting

Meet the Candidate - Group discussion/interview

Bookmobile at Eagle Lunch Summer Program

11:30am - 12:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
County Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: County Bookmobile
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

ACDL brings the library to you! Visit a Bookmobile stop to check out our selection of books, movies, and hotspots.

Eagle Lunch Program and Bookmobile, What a great combo!

Partners With A Purpose

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Combined Foundation Rooms
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly networking meeting for local nonprofit organizations serving Ashtabula County and surrounding areas.

Bookmobile Stop: Saybrook Township Park

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Everyone
County Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: County Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

ACDL brings the library to you! Visit a Bookmobile stop to check out our selection of books, movies, and hotspots.

Come see us at the Saybrook Township Park, at 5941 Lake Rd W in Ashtabula.

Sky Breath and Meditation

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Geneva Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Mary Louise Legeza Room

Zonta

5:30pm - 8:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room
Purpose of Meeting

Membership meeting.

Geneva Cookbook Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Geneva Public Library
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Teen Tech Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Are you a lover of cookbooks, eager to try new recipes, or looking to share your kitchen wisdom with others? Cookbook Club is a monthly gathering where we discuss a different cookbook each month. Participants are welcome to make one of their favorite recipes from the book to share at the discussion. 

This month we will each bring a cookbook or recipe representative of our own personal heritage.

Fiber Friends

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Everyone
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Come and join the Fiber Friends! Bring your knitting needles, crochet hooks, or other creative projects and meet fellow craft enthusiasts. Share tips, swap patterns, and enjoy delightful conversations.

Things to Know

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Bag & Brag

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Genealogy
Event Details:

Show & tell! Toss your item in a "bag" bring it in and "brag"

Things to Know

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Virtual Author Talk: Lisa Jewell

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Digital Branch
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk
Event Details:

Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns with Bestselling Author Lisa Jewell

You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming

Things to Know

Author Talk Disclaimer

The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Ashtabula County District Library.