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Exploring National Parks

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Robert S Morrison Foundation Room at Ashtabula Public Library

Age Group:

Younger Children
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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.   

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Comic Book Art Afternoon

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Tech Room at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
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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. 

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Messy Art Afternoons

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Butterfly and Bee Garden & Patio at Ashtabula Public Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children, Tweens
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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.

Hand printed totebag

DIY Geneva: Totes and Textures

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Tech Room at Geneva Public Library

Age Group:

Adults
Register Now
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Teen Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month we'll be embellishing and painting canvas tote bags using stencils and creating stamps out of organic materials (leaves, flowers, fruits, etc.).  Participants may also freehand their designs.

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Storytime and playgroup

Wednesday, June 18, 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
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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.

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
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
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.

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
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.

Master Gardeners: Houseplant Essentials

2:00pm–3:30pm
Geneva Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Parking Lot [Front]
Purpose of Meeting

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

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

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.

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
Purpose of Meeting

Board Meeting

Bookmobile Stop: Easton Rd. Community

5:00pm–6:00pm
Everyone
County Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: County Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Come see us in your neighborhood!

Don't have a library card? No problem! We can sign you up on the Bookmobile.

Bookmobile Stop: Eagle Country School

6:00pm–7:00pm
Everyone
County Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: County Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
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.

Don't have a library card? No problem! We can sign you up on the Bookmobile!

Geneva Country Quilters

9:00am–2:00pm
Geneva Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Teen Tech Room

Coffee + Conversation

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Geneva Public Library
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Mary Louise Legeza Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join this monthly adult meeting group to discuss current events and topics you care about. Coffee and light snacks are provided.

Things to Know

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

Life Without Chains

6:00pm–7:00pm
Geneva Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Mary Louise Legeza Room
Purpose of Meeting

Open N/A Meeting

Little Scientists

6:00pm–7:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Geneva Public Library
Upcoming
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
Event Details:

Have you ever experienced Virtual Reality? Join us for a virtual tour of the International Space Station, learn how to fly virtual planes, play Miniature Golf, and more! 

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.

Color Our World Creative Coloring Club for Adults

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ethel McDowell's Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
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: Ashtabula Foundation 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

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.

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.

Labor Day

All Day
All ACDL
Closing
Branches:
All ACDL

Labor Day

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

Bookmobile Stop: Saybrook Township Park

2:30pm–3:30pm
Everyone
County Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: County Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
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.

Come see us at the Saybrook Township Park, at 5941 Lake Rd W in Ashtabula.

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.

Ashtabula County Genealogical Society Board Meeting

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Genealogy, Other
Event Details:

Learn more about ACGS: https://www.ashtabulagen.org/

Who are we: We are the Ashtabula County Genealogical Society, Inc., or ACGS for short.

Bookmobile Stop: Mobile Acres Ashtabula

4:00pm–5:00pm
Everyone
County Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: County Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
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.

Come see us in your neighborhood!

Don't have a library card? No Problem, We can sign you up on the Bookmobile!