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Messy Art Afternoons

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Butterfly and Bee Garden & Patio at Ashtabula Public Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children, Tweens
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 is open for this event.
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.

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Natural Pigments DIY

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Geneva Children's Programming Room at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

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

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Storytime and playgroup

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Geneva Children's Programming Room at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
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Messy Art Afternoons

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Patio at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STE(A)M, Visual Arts
Registration is open for this event.
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.

Virtual Author Talk: Rex Ogle

Virtual Author Talk: Rex Ogle

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Digital Branch

Age Group:

Youth, Everyone
Library Branch: Digital Branch
Age Group: Youth, Everyone
Program Type: Author Talk, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Illuminating Hope and Grace in the Face of Hardship with Rex Ogle (5th-8th Grade)

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Comic Book - Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration is open for this event.
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.

Comic Book Art Afternoons

2:00pm–3:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Join us as we make our own comic book 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.

Little Scientists

6:00pm–7:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: STE(A)M
Registration is open for this event.
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! 

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Storytime!

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
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. 

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

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 (Ashtabula)
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

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Kids Crafternoon

2:00pm–3:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us every Friday to make fun crafts! Geared for kids grade PreK-5.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Kids Crafternoon

2:00pm–3:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Geneva Public Library
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us every Friday to make fun crafts! Geared for kids grade pre-K - 5.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Virtual Author Talk: Jay Falk

2:00pm–3:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Digital Branch
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Talk
Event Details:

Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds.

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.

Master Gardeners: Houseplant Essentials

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills Training
Event Details:

Join Ashtabula County Master Gardener Volunteer Tiara Vaughan as she discusses essential houseplant care, pest and disease management, and common houseplant myths.

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.

Storytime!

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
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. 

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

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 (Ashtabula)
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

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

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.

Little Scientists

6:00pm–7:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Geneva Public Library
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: STE(A)M
Registration is open for this event.
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! 

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Storytime!

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
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. 

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

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 (Ashtabula)
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

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.

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.

Little Scientists

6:00pm–7:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Geneva Public Library
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: STE(A)M
Registration is open for this event.
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! 

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Storytime!

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
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. 

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

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 (Ashtabula)
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

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Book Launch: "Arlo the Camp Bus"

10:00am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children, Adults, Everyone
Geneva Public Library
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Author Talk
Event Details:

Come meet author Kira Hartley Klinger & illustrator Kitt Allen as they launch their new children's book "Arlo the Camp Bus."  The creators will read from the book, discuss their inspirations, and serve light refreshments.

Master Gardeners: Houseplant Essentials

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Geneva Public Library
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Life Skills Training
Event Details:

Join Ashtabula County Master Gardener Volunteer Tiara Vaughan as she discusses essential houseplant care, pest and disease management, and common houseplant myths.

After School Art Club

2:30pm–4:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Geneva Public Library
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Teen Zone 2
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Visual Arts
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Teens & tweens grades 6 - 12 explore different artists and styles each week. Create art using the weekly artist's style as inspiration.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.