Temporary Service Pause

ACDL has made the difficult decision to temporarily pause our Hoopla and Kanopy services as we resolve budget concerns. Patrons may continue to use Libby as an alternative way to download digital materials. We apologize for any inconvenience. 

Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Bula Movie Club Presens Frozen

Bula Movie Club Presents: Frozen

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Combined Foundation Rooms at Ashtabula Public Library

Age Group:

Youth, Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Combined Foundation Rooms
Age Group: Youth, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Performance or Showing
Event Details:

Join us at the Ashtabula Public Library for a family friendly showing of ‘Frozen’. 

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Sensory Movie Night with the Ashtabula County Board of DD

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Combined Foundation Rooms at Ashtabula Public Library

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Combined Foundation Rooms
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Come join us and the Ashtabula Board of DD for a sensory-friendly movie night! We’ll have the lights dimmed and the sound turned down low to create a cozy atmosphere. Snacks and sensory items will be available.

Movie Poster Image of Harriet

3rd Annual Films of The Freedom Movement: Harriet

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Combined Foundation Rooms at Ashtabula Public Library

Age Group:

Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Combined Foundation Rooms
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Performance or Showing
Event Details:

Join us for a captivating evening as we screen the award-winning film, "Harriet".  Drinks and snacks will be provided.

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Books Ahoy: Pirate Party!

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 7:00pm
Robert S Morrison Foundation Community Room (Geneva) at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Community Room (Geneva)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

All Day Family Party featuring a Pirate Theme!

Schedule of Events:

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Books Ahoy: Pirate Party!

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

All Day Family Party featuring a Pirate Theme!

Schedule of Events:

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Homeschoolers

12:00pm–1:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Homeschoolers
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Homeschoolers in grades 1-8 are invited to the library for hands-on STEAM experiments and Art Literacy.  Each week we’ll either do a hands-on STEAM project, or study and create art using literature to guide us.

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 Coloring Club for Adults

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
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.

3rd Annual Films of The Freedom Movement: Harriet

6:00pm–8:15pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Combined Foundation Rooms
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Performance or Showing
Event Details:

Join us for a captivating evening as we screen the award-winning film, "Harriet".  Drinks and snacks will be provided.

Things to Know

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
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.

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.

AARP Tax-Aide - By Appointment Only

10:00am–4:30pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Combined Foundation Rooms
Purpose of Meeting

AARP Tax-Aide Service  - Available by appointment only.

After January 2, 2026, stop by the Ashtabula Public Library front desk to pick up an information packet and set your appointment.

Books Ahoy! Pirate Party!

10:00am–6:00pm
Everyone
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Combined Foundation Rooms
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Dress in your favorite pirate gear, bring your friends and join us for an all-day party filled with family-friendly fun!  Games, crafts, snacks and more! Movies and more crafts will begin in the late afternoon.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Graduation Alliance

9:00am–3:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room (Ashtabula)

Sensory Stay & Play

10:30am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Warren Storybook Cottage
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Other
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Babies and toddlers will explore a variety of 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. 

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Second Chance Citizens Circle (Catholic Charities)

11:00am–1:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)

Tech Connect: Ashtabula

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Training
Registration is open for this event.
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.

Things to Know

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

America 250 Reading Challenge: "The First Conspiracy"

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

As part of the America 250 Reading Challenge, we will be discussing Brad Meltzer's The First Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill George Washington.

Lakeside Music Boosters

6:00pm–7:30pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room (Ashtabula)

Legal Aid - By Appointment Only

1:30pm–4:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Combined Foundation Rooms
Purpose of Meeting

Legal Aid Society of Cleveland - Ashtabula Clinic

Free Legal Help by appointment only.

Call Catholic Charities to set an appointment: 440-992-2121

Little Scientists

6:00pm–7:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: STE(A)M
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Kids in grades K-5 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.

Geneva Camera Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly meeting of the Geneva Camera Club

Homeschoolers

12:00pm–1:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Homeschoolers
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Homeschoolers in grades 1-8 are invited to the library for hands-on STEAM experiments and Art Literacy.  Each week we’ll either do a hands-on STEAM project, or study and create art using literature to guide us.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Black History Community Art Project Reception

4:00pm–7:00pm
Everyone
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ethel McDowell's Reading Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance or Showing, Visual Arts
Event Details:

Join us to celebrate Black History Month as we meet the artists behind the collaborative community art project, currently  displayed  in the William Tokarczyk Exhibition Gallery.  All welcome! Refreshments provided.

 

Board of Trustees Meeting

5:30pm–7:30pm
Everyone
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Board Meeting
Event Details:

Regular meeting of the Board of Trustees.  If a virtual meeting link is necessary, it will be shared here.

Creative Coloring Club for Adults

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
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.

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
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.

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.

AARP Tax-Aide - By Appointment Only

10:00am–4:30pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Combined Foundation Rooms
Purpose of Meeting

AARP Tax-Aide Service  - Available by appointment only.

After January 2, 2026, stop by the Ashtabula Public Library front desk to pick up an information packet and set your appointment.

Ashtabula County Young Democrats

5:30pm–8:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Purpose of Meeting

Meet & Greet

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.

Sensory Stay & Play

10:30am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Warren Storybook Cottage
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Other
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Babies and toddlers will explore a variety of 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. 

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

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