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Storytime and playgroup

Wednesday, June 4, 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
Virtual Author Talk: Extinctopedia

Virtual Author Talk: Extinctopedia

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Digital Branch

Age Group:

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

Extinctopedia–A Discovery of What We Have Lost, What is at Risk, and What To Do About it with Smithsonian Scientists

Extinctopedia tells a complex story, not just of those who are extinct but also of those in greatest peri

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Rhythm Band for Preschoolers

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Ashtabula Foundation Room at Ashtabula Public Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
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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!

Virtual Author Talk: Lisa Jewell

Virtual Author Talk: Lisa Jewell

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Digital Branch

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Digital Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk
Event Details:

Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns with Bestselling Author Lisa Jewell

You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming

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Storybook Walk at Red Brook Park

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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.  

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Comic Book Art Afternoon

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
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. 

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 Kids Summer Reading Program

10:00am - 1:00pm
Younger Children
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Robert S Morrison Foundation Room
Age Group: Younger Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Kids Only will come to the library to do the Summer Reading Program activities.  

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.

Creative Kids Summer Reading Program

10:00am - 1:00pm
Younger Children
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Younger Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Kids Only will come to the library to do the Summer Reading Program activities.  

Pokémon Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
Younger Children
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Geneva Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Younger Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday this summer as we hunt for Pokémon at the library! Earn badges and make Pokémon-themed crafts! For grades K through 5.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

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.

Messy Art Afternoons

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Younger Children, Tweens
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
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.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Tech Connect: Ashtabula

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Training
Registration Required
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.

Natural Pigments DIY

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Teen Tech Room
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

LGBTQ Coalition

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ashtabula Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Ashtabula Foundation Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly meeting

DIY Geneva: Totes and Textures

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Geneva Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
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.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Registration is Required

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

Bookmobile at the Geneva Movies in the Park 2025

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Everyone
County Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: County Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Join the Bookmobile and fellow Geneva Library staff at the Movie Night with the Geneva Parks' Movies in the Park 2025 Event!

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.

Messy Art Afternoons

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Geneva Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Geneva Public Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: 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.

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Bookmobile Stop: Footville Park

5:00pm - 6:00pm
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!

Little Scientists

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Younger Children, Tweens
Ashtabula Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: Information Station Tables
Age Group: Younger Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading, STE(A)M
Registration Required
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! 

NO PROGRAM!!!! THERE IS NO DELETE BUTTON, UNLESS I DELETE THE WHOLE SERIES.  THIS IS A STAFF PLANNING WEEK!!!

Things to Know

Materials Provided

All materials necessary are provided at no cost.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.

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. 

Bookmobile Stop: Pierpont Township

6:30pm - 7:30pm
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 in your neighborhood!

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

Juneteenth

All Day
All ACDL
Closing
Branches:
All ACDL

Juneteenth

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

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

Manitu Okahas Art

All Day 6/20 - 6/30
Everyone
Ashtabula Public Library
Library Branch: Ashtabula Public Library
Room: William Tokarczyk Exhibition Gallery
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Visual Arts
Event Details:

The work of local Artist Manitu Okahas is featured in the William Tokarczyk Exhibition Gallery

Kids Only BKM Storytime

9:30am - 11:30am
Younger Children
County Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: County Bookmobile
Age Group: Younger Children
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Event Details:

Daycare storytime

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. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Walk-Ins Welcome

Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.