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Storytime!

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula) at Ashtabula Public Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
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Rhythm Band for Preschoolers

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula) at Ashtabula Public Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
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!

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Winter Holiday Workshop

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Geneva Children's Programming Room at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Celebrate the holiday season with ACDL!  Make holiday cards, ornaments, and other fun holiday crafts while enjoying hot chocolate and listening to holiday music. 

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Sensory Stay and Play

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula) at Ashtabula Public Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
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.  

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Homeschoolers

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
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: 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.

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AARP

9:30am–12:45pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room (Ashtabula)

Sensory Stay and Play

10:30am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
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. 

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

Free Legal Aid for those with lower income.

Consultation by appointment ONLY.

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.

AACSE

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 (Ashtabula)

Ashtabula County Society for Human Resource Management

11:30am–1:30pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Combined Foundation Rooms
Purpose of Meeting

Training

AACS Executive Board

5:00pm–6:00pm
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

Executive Meeting

ACDL Board of Trustees Meeting

5:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Board Meeting
Event Details:

Regular Meeting of the Ashtabula County District Library Board of Trustees. 

Little Scientists

6:00pm–7:00pm
Younger Children
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
Registration is open for this event.

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

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Sensory Movie Night with the Ashtabula County Board of DD

5:00pm–7:30pm
Everyone
Ashtabula Public Library
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Combined Foundation Rooms
Age Group: Everyone
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.

Things to Know

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Alzheimer's Support Group

6:30pm–8:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

Meeting for caregivers of those with Alzheimer's disease  Come to share ideas, get resources and share support.

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.

Building Closing Early (5 pm)

5:00pm–6:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
All ACDL, Ashtabula Public Library, Geneva Public Library
Description:

Building closing at 5 pm

Graduation Alliance

9:00am–3:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Purpose of Meeting

State Testing

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.

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.

Christmas Eve

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

Christmas Day

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

Winter Fun: Movies and Crafts

10:00am–4:00pm
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

Join us for fun winter-themed movies and crafts all day from 10AM until 4:00 PM.  Popcorn and Hot Chocolate will be available.

Winter Fun: Movies and Crafts

10:00am–4:00pm
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

Join us for fun winter-themed movies and crafts all day from 10AM until 4:00 PM.  Popcorn and Hot Chocolate will be available.

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.

ACDL Writers' Group

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
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: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Workshop
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Are you an aspiring author working alone in a cave? Peer feedback on your novel, or short story can help polish your project. You are invited to join us on the last Tuesday of each month to workshop your writing with our group.

Things to Know

Registration is Required

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

New Year’s Eve

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