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Little Scientists

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Geneva Children's Programming Room at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Younger Children, Tweens
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 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!  

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Storytime!

Friday, August 22, 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, August 22, 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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Book Launch: "Arlo the Camp Bus"

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Geneva Children's Programming Room at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children, Adults, Everyone
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.

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Friends of Geneva Library Author Luncheon

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Robert S Morrison Foundation Community Room (Geneva) at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Community Room (Geneva)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Author Talk
Event Details:

Join us for an Author Luncheon with the Friends of Geneva Library!

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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. 

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: Aquarium Seating Area
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.

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: Robert S Morrison 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.

Ashtabula Metropolitan Housing Authority

4:30pm–6:30pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)

Book Talk by Author Gabe Henry

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk, Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us for an online presentation by Gabe Henry, author of "Enough Is Enuf: Our Failed Attempts to Make English Eezier to Spell."  In his book, Henry uses humor to trace the history of the English language and the "simplified spelling moveme

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.

Neo Fund Monthly Networking Meeting

5:00pm–8:15pm
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 Neo Fund.

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
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Younger Children
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! 

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

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Gateway Online Academy

9:00am–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

Testing

Homeschoolers

12:00pm–1:30pm
Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Ashtabula Public Library
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
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

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Homesafe Training

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)
Purpose of Meeting

Public Training

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.

Stir it Up!

6:30pm–7:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Ashtabula Public Library
Upcoming
Registration is open for this event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Warren Storybook Cottage
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Life Skills Training
Registration is open for this event.
Event Details:

Tweens and Teens in grades 5-12 learn how to navigate the kitchen while making delicious snacks! 

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Alzheimer's Support Group

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

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

Harvest Festival

10:00am–2:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Combined Foundation Rooms
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Celebrate the beginning of the fall season with autumn-themed activities, crafts, and games geared for PreK kids and their families.  There will be an outside Storybook Walk, weather permitting.  

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Fortnightly Book Club

12:30pm–3:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)

Human Trafficking Coalition

2:00pm–3:30pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room (Ashtabula)

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.

Senior Care Network

9:30am–11:30am
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula 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: Robert S Morrison 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. 

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.

Ashtabula Metropolitan Housing Board

4:00pm–6:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room (Ashtabula)
Purpose of Meeting

Board Meeting