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Storytime and playgroup

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Geneva Children's Programming Room at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
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Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Virtual Author Talk: Extinctopedia

Virtual Author Talk: Extinctopedia

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Digital Branch

Age Group:

Youth, Everyone
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Library Branch: Digital Branch
Age Group: Youth, Everyone
Program Type: Author Talk
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Extinctopedia–A Discovery of What We Have Lost, What is at Risk, and What To Do About it with Smithsonian Scientists

Extinctopedia tells a complex story, not just of those who are extinct but also of those in greatest peri

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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Storybook Walk at Red Brook Park

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.  

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Storytime and playgroup

10:30am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers
Geneva Public Library
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
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

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Virtual Author Talk: Extinctopedia

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

Extinctopedia–A Discovery of What We Have Lost, What is at Risk, and What To Do About it with Smithsonian Scientists

Extinctopedia tells a complex story, not just of those who are extinct but also of those in greatest peri

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Storybook Walk at Red Brook Park

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children
Off Site
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

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.

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Comic Book - Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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: 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.

ABC Childcare BKM Storytime

9:00am - 11:30am
Younger Children
County Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: County Bookmobile
Age Group: Younger Children
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

BKM Storytime

Sensory Stay & Play

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Babies and toddlers will explore different sensory items in a safe space. Sensory tiles, sensory stones, and more will be available.  

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.

Bookmobile Storytime at Carol's Corner Child Care

10:00am - 11:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children
County Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: County Bookmobile
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children
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.

Bookmobile Staff will be at Carol's Corner Child Care every third Monday presenting Storytime Programming for Children at Carol's Corner.

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!

Exploring National Parks

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Younger Children
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
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.   

Things to Know

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Comic Book Art Afternoon

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
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. 

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Creative Kids Summer Reading Program

10:00am - 1:00pm
Younger Children
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room
Age Group: Younger Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Kids Only will come to the library to do the Summer Reading Program activities.  

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.

Creative Kids Summer Reading Program

10:00am - 1:00pm
Younger Children
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Younger Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Kids Only will come to the library to do the Summer Reading Program activities.  

Pokémon Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
Younger Children
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Younger Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday this summer as we hunt for Pokémon at the library! Earn badges and make Pokémon-themed crafts! For grades K through 5.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Messy Art Afternoons

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children, Tweens
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Children's Butterfly and Bee Garden & Patio
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading, STE(A)M, Visual Arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids will be outdoors and get hands on experience using different tools to paint with and are encouraged to get messy!  It is recommended that children and parents wear clothing that will get dirty during the process.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Natural Pigments DIY

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Teen Tech Room
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids ages eight and up will learn how to create natural paints using plants, minerals, and other natural materials!

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Storytime and playgroup

10:30am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers
Geneva Public Library
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
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

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Messy Art Afternoons

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STE(A)M, Visual Arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids will be outdoors and get hands on experience using different tools to paint with and are encouraged to get messy!  It is recommended that children and parents wear clothing that will get dirty during the process.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Little Scientists

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading, STE(A)M
Registration Required
Event Details:

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! 

NO PROGRAM!!!! THERE IS NO DELETE BUTTON, UNLESS I DELETE THE WHOLE SERIES.  THIS IS A STAFF PLANNING WEEK!!!

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Juneteenth

All Day
All ACDL
Closing
Branches:
All ACDL

Juneteenth

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
All ACDL, Ashtabula Public Library, Geneva Public Library