WCPL Newsletter Vol 9~Aug, Sept, Oct 2024

What’s Happening at WCPL Welcome to the August, September, and October 2024 edition of the WCPL Newsletter. Find out what’s new and exciting at Williams County Public Library, along with information on upcoming events, and services we offer. WCPL is made up of the following locations: Bryan Main, Edgerton Branch, Edon Branch, Pioneer Branch, Stryker Branch, West Unity Branch, and the Local History Center. Williams County Public Library provides access to materials such as books, movies, music, audio books, & digital books for all ages. WCPL also provides many services to the public: free computer & internet access, notary appointments, homebound services, curbside services, as well as programming, and WCPL is fine-free! Hours & Locations Bryan Main Library Monday: 9:00am - 8:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9:00am - 6:00pm Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm Saturday: 9:00am - 12:00pm Local History Center Monday: 9:00am - 8:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9:00am - 6:00pm Edgerton, Edon, Pioneer, Stryker, & West Unity Branch Libraries Monday: 9:00am - 8:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9:00am - 6:00pm Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm PERFECT FOR BACK TO SCHOOL! CHECKOUT AT ALL WCPL LOCATIONS!

News, Notices, & Directory ALL PROGRAMS LISTED IN THE NEWSLETTER ARE FREE TO ATTEND! (unless otherwise noted) IF A PROGRAM REQUIRES REGISTRATION IT WILL BE NOTED. BOOK ONLINE AT MYWCPL.ORG, CALL 833-633-7323, OR STOP IN TO THE LIBRARY HOSTING THE EVENT TO SIGN UP. ADULT REGISTRATION PROGRAMS REQUIRE A LIBRARY CARD FOR SIGN UP. WCPL DIRECTORY Bryan Main Library 107 E High St, Bryan, OH 43506 833-633-7323 x 221 Edgerton Branch Library 319 N Michigan Ave, Edgerton, OH 43517 833-633-7323 x 2 Edon Branch Library 105 S Michigan St, Edon, OH 43518 833-633-7323 x 3 Pioneer Branch Library 106 Baubice St, Pioneer, OH 43554 833-633-7323 x 4 Stryker Branch Library 304 S Defiance St, Stryker, OH 43557 833-633-7323 x 5 West Unity Branch Library 109 S High St, West Unity, OH 43570 833-633-7323 x 6 Local History Center 102 N Main St, Bryan, OH 43506 833-633-7323 x 275 NOTICE: All WCPL locations will be CLOSED on Monday, September 2nd for the Labor Day holiday. WCPL Wraps Up Summer Reading 2024! Summer Reading 2024 has been filled with excitement at Williams County Public Library! With a theme of “Adventure Begins at Your Library”, WCPL branches in Bryan, Edgerton, Edon, Pioneer, Stryker, and West Unity held many FREE EVENTS that tied into the theme. Programs touched on camping, nature, Percy Jackson, art, crafting, and of course...reading! Participants were able to win Summer Reading t-shirts and “Library Champion” yard signs. Thank you to everyone who joined us in this year’s summer fun! Rachel’s Garden Opens at Bryan Main Library Williams County Public Library is happy to announce the opening of Rachel's Garden at Bryan Main Library! Rachel Donohue was a beloved member of the Bryan community, who was well known for her flower arrangements at the Williams County Fair. She was also an avid library supporter, and left a trust in her passing that made the remodel of the Children's Department and implementation of the new garden area possible. Rachel's Garden will be open during library regular hours through September. We ask that you enter the garden area through the inside Rachel and Elwood Donohue Children's Department. We are honored to keep her memory alive, and we hope the community enjoys this outdoor space.

Bryan Main Library Lego Club, Weekly on Thursdays, 4:00PM, For Kids of All Ages Lit with Libby, Weekly on Fridays, Starting September 6th, 4:00PM This read-aloud book club tackles everything from How to Train Your Dragon, Kiki’s Delivery Service, to childhood classics like Bunnicula and Mary Poppins. Register online August 1st-30th. If you would wish to sign up after online registration has closed email Libby Daniel at libby@mywcpl.org. WEEKLY ADULT PROGRAMMING Mahjong Club, Weekly on Tuesdays, 1:00PM Learn mahjong basics and meet fellow players! Friends of Fiber Art Weekly on Thursdays, 2:00PM Weekly get-togethers for fiber art lovers-join us! WEEKLY FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Diamond Painting, Weekly on Thursdays, 3:00PM Diamond painting is another form of paint by numbers. Easy & calming art. For teens & adults. Event is Full. Miniature Kit Building, Weekly on Tuesdays, 4:00PM Assemble intricate miniature models with easy-to-follow guides for builders of all skill levels. Collaborative projects and themed challenges. Completed kits will be showcased in mini exhibitions. Register. Roll Initiative: Teen D&D Club, Weekly on Mondays, 4:00PM, Event is Full Story Time, Weekly on Tuesdays, 10:30AM, Read, sing songs, make crafts, and play games! Pre-K Discovery Time, Weekly on Tuesdays (besides 1st Tuesday of the month) 11:00AM Starting September 10th, preschoolers can do a STEAM activity after storytime! Chess Club, Weekly on Fridays, 3:30PM-4:15PM Led by Tim Geleide, this club is for chess players of all ages and skill levels! Address: 107 E High Street, Bryan, OH 43506 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 221 WCPL Wellness Challenge, August-October Adults are challenged to engage in activities designed to nourish your social connections, enhance emotional resilience, boost physical vitality, enrich intellectual pursuits, and more. Our Wellness Challenge covers eight dimensions of wellness. Collect a Wellness Card at the desk and then submit your completed wellness card to be entered into a prize raffle drawing, which includes a pass to Pure Yoga and a mindfulness basket that contains a yoga mat, a mindfulness book, and a water bottle! To earn extra entries in the Wellness Challenge, take part in monthly Wellness Wednesday Challenges with dates and challenges as follows: August 21st: Eat a Salad September 18th: Donate Blood at Bryan Knights of Columbus or Take a Bike Ride October 16th: Take a Walk in the Park Earn your extra entry by posting your response to the challenge on social media and tag us @mywcpl. Make sure to use #wcplwellness in your description. Drawing for the raffle prize will take place on November 1st.

Bryan Main Library Address: 319 N Michigan Ave, Edgerton, OH 43517 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 2 Address: 107 E High Street, Bryan, OH 43506 Phone: 833- -7323 x 221 AUGUST ADULT PROGRAMMING AUGUST BOOK CLUB MEETINGS Williams County Writer’s Group, August 3rd, 10:00AM Members of the writer’s group will meet to offer advice, give information, and provide feedback to fellow writers. Come enhance your writing skills! Adult Bingo, August 5th, 5:30PM Come join us for an evening of bingo as you play against friends and fellow bingo lovers to win fun prizes. AUGUST FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Registration for Lit with Libby, The Tales & Tea Society, Homeschool Young Artists Workshop, Little Lit Early Readers Club, Pint Sized Painters, Anime & Manga Book Club, & Homeschool Teen Artists Takeover will open August 1st and close on August 30th. Programs will begin in September. If you miss the registration deadline, email libby@mywcpl.org to see if any openings are available. Did you know... that you can now sign up for almost all WCPL programs that require registration online? Simply scan our QR Code to view our online calendar, and register for your desired program there! View programs for all locations in Bryan, Edgerton, Edon, Pioneer, Stryker, and West Unity. Murder By the Book: August 1st at 2PM. Discuss The Housemaid. We Be Book’N: August 7th & 21st at 4:30PM. This is a bi-weekly book club for adults with disabilities. Read a Hi-Lo story, or have the story read to you by library staff. B.Y.O.Book Club: August 14th at 6PM. Meet at Jackie Blu’s. Discuss books set in a place you’d like to visit. Register. Novel Ideas: August 15th at 2PM. Discuss The Wife Upstairs.

Bryan Main Library AUGUST FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING SEPTEMBER BOOK CLUB MEETINGS The Tales & Tea Society: September 3rd & 17th at 4PM. For Ages 13-19. Register. Murder By the Book: September 5th at 2PM. Discuss Heart of the Nile. We Be Book’N: September 4th & 18th at 4:30PM. For adults with disabilities. Anime & Manga Book Club: September 10th & 24th at 4PM. For Ages 13-19. Register. B.Y.O.Book Club: September 11th at 6PM at Eric’s Ice Cream. Re-read a book you were forced to read in school. Register. Novel Ideas: September 19th at 2PM. Discuss The Midwife of Venice. Where’s Waldo? Community Guessing Game, Through August Where in Bryan is Waldo now? Each week come to the circ desk to see if you can figure it out! Every Monday in August a new picture will be posted of Waldo in a new town location and, in case you need some help, every day after that throughout the week we’ll give you a clue. On Friday the answer will be revealed. Anyone who guesses correctly will be awarded a small prize! See how well you know our town! Coding with Scottie, August 5th, 4:00PM With the use of the software Tynker, middle schoolers will be able to develop their coding skills through a variety of activities and lessons led by Scottie Miller. Register. Name That Tune, August 12th, 6:00PM, Sign Up at the Desk or Call to Register Experience the thrill of music with “Name That Tune”! In August, test your knowledge of “Songs That Ask a Question”, and enjoy friendly competition! For ages 13 and older. Form teams of 2 to 5 people. Dress Fun Friday, August 16th, 9:00AM-5:00PM Show your school spirit and dress in your school colors, wear a jersey, or anything that shows school pride! Family Bingo, August 19th, 5:30PM Play against friends and fellow bingo lovers to win fun prizes. Open to all ages. SEPTEMBER ADULT PROGRAMMING Williams County Writer’s Group September 7th, 10:00AM-12:00PM Members of the writer’s group will meet to offer advice, give information, and provide feedback to fellow writers.

Bryan Main Library SEPTEMBER FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Community Drop & Swap-Board Games & Card Games, Drop Off: September 4th & 5th, 9AM-6PM Early Bird Shopping: September 9th, 1PM-4PM Public Browsing: September 10th, 9AM-6PM All day on Wednesday and Thursday, September 4th and 5th, bring your gently-used board games, card decks, and card games to our circulation desk and pick up your early bird pass in gratitude for contributing! Early birds will be able to "shop" the collection early on Monday, September 9th from 1pm-4pm by asking at the desk. Drop-offs will be available for the public to browse and take home all day on Tuesday, September 10th and any items remaining at the end of the day will be donated. No registration is required to participate, but you must drop something off during the designated period in order to receive the early bird pass. Make sure all donated items are in gently-used condition with no pieces missing. No electronics, videogames, or puzzles will be accepted at this time, but look out for them at a later date! Homeschool Young Artists Workshop, September 4th, 10:30AM, Register Online August 1st-30th A workshop designed for homeschool aged children focused on the fine arts and learning art techniques! Little Lit Early Readers Book Club, September 5th & 19th, 3:30PM, Register Online Aug 1st-30th This book club is aimed at kids who are just starting to read independently (about ages 5-7) and is presented with the goal of helping them gain confidence in reading and develop enthusiasm for reading. Pint-Sized Painters, September 9th, 10:30AM, Register Online August 1st-30th In this fun program for babies & toddlers, explore art and get messy together! September theme is SPLAT! Name That Tune-Bands Theme, September 9th, 6:00PM, Sign Up at the Desk or Call to Register Experience the thrill of music! For ages 13 and older. Form teams of 2 to 5 people. Win prizes! Baby Play! Infant & Toddler Time, September 12th & 26th, 10:30AM In this storytime & lapsit, designed for ages 0-18 months old, sing songs and rhymes, do fingerplays, read books (of course), and have lots of fun playing and practicing early literacy skills together. Family Bingo, September 16th, 5:30PM, Open to All Ages Banned Books Week Coloring Contest, September 16th-20th, During Open Hours, Win Prizes! This Banned Books Week show your support for schools, libraries, authors & free speech by participating in our contest! We will be accepting entries Sept. 16th-20th, with winners announced on Oct. 2nd! Homeschool Teen Artists Takeover, September 18th, 10:30AM, Register Online August 1st-30th Ages 13-17 will learn about artists & their techniques, to then test out with hands-on projects. Dress Fun Friday-Dress as Your Favorite Super Hero!, September 20th, During Open Hours Fat Bear Week, September 30th-October 4th, During Open Hours Fat Bear Week is an annual event held by Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska, commemorating the seasonal preparations made by brown bears on the preserve, as they ready for hibernation. Park rangers make bear brackets for the public to vote on. Tune in at the library, make a bracket, & themed bear crafts! Fountain City Fandemonium ‘24, September 28th, 10:00AM-3:00PM, Open to All Ages Come celebrate fandoms of all kinds! There will be vendors, artists, authors, a COSTUME CONTEST, food trucks, trivia, educational panels, door prizes, and so much more! We hope to see you there!

Bryan Main Library OCTOBER FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING How Much Does the Pumpkin Weigh?, September 30th-October 11th, During Open Hours Stop in and submit your guess at how much our featured pumpkin weighs! Closest guess wins goodies! OCTOBER ADULT PROGRAMMING Williams County Writer’s Group, October 5th, 10AM-12PM Adult Bingo, October 7th, 5:30PM OCTOBER BOOK CLUB MEETINGS The Tales & Tea Society: October 1st & 15th at 4PM. For Ages 13-19. Register. Murder By the Book: October 3rd at 2PM. Discuss Six of Crows. We Be Book’N: October 2nd, 16th, & 30th at 4:30PM. For adults with disabilities. Anime & Manga Book Club: October 8th & 22nd at 4PM. For Ages 13-19. Register. B.Y.O.Book Club: October 9th at 6PM at China Garden. Read a Horror Book. Register. Novel Ideas: October 17th at 2PM. Discuss The Bright Side Running Club. Homeschool Young Artists Workshop, October 2nd, 10:30AM, Must Be Pre-Registered A workshop focused on the fine arts. Learn a different art technique each month! Jr. Forest Rangers Fat Bear Camp, October 2nd, 4:00PM, Register Online Sept. 4th-Oct. 1st To celebrate Fat Bear Week we’re excited to offer this themed camp for kids, ages 8-16. Learn why “keystone species” like bears are important, do fun activities, and make a cool craft to take home! Little Lit Early Readers Book Club, October 3rd & 17th, 3:30PM, Must Be Pre-Registered This book club is aimed at kids who are just starting to read independently (about ages 5-7) and is presented with the goal of helping them gain confidence in reading and develop enthusiasm for reading. Victor Samalot Duo Presents...Que Bueno!, October 14th, 6:30PM Experience the vibrant rhythms and melodies of Latin music with “Que Bueno”! Victor Samalot on guitar and Bobbi Holt on bass guitar and vocals will take you on a musical adventure, performing selections from Santana, Ritchie Valens, Antonio Carlos, Consuelo Velazquez, and more! Backstories, trivia, Q&A all included! Register. Black Swamp Art Guild Annual Art Show, October 29th-November 18th, During Open Hours View pieces from local artists in this vibrant exhibition! Meet the Artists on November 4th from 6PM to 7:30PM Messy Art Day-Pumpkin Carving, October 5th, 10:30AM, Register Online Sept. 7th-Oct.1st Join us for pumpkin carving on the front lawn & DIY your own fall decorations! Kids under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. If you are bringing your own pumpkin to carve you do not need to register. Coding with Scottie, October 7th, 4:00PM, For Middle-School Age Students, Register Baby Play! Infant & Toddler Time, October 10th & 24th, 10:30AM Storytime & lapsit, designed for ages 0-18 months old. Sing songs and rhymes, do fingerplays, read, & more.

Bryan Main Library OCTOBER FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Pint-Sized Painters-Nature’s Paintbrush, October 14th, 10:30AM, Register Online Sept. 2nd-Oct.11th Name That Tune, October 14th, 6:00PM, Sign Up at the Desk or Call to Register Family Bingo, October 21st, 5:30PM, Open to All Ages Homeschool Teen Artists Takeover, October 16th, 10:30AM, For Ages 13-17, Register Dress Fun Friday-Dress as a Disney Character!, October 18th, During Open Hours WCPL Bryan Kids’ Costume Showcase, October 30th, 4:00PM, Register Online Oct. 2nd-28th Kids, ages 0-12 years old, can come and show off their Halloween costumes. Snacks, games, & activities! Meet WCPL Assistant Director, Denver Henderson III 1. Tell us a little about yourself. I was born and grew up in Athens, Ohio, the home of Ohio University which is my alma mater. My core interests are my cats (Gatsby, Sonnet, Max, and Beatrix), plants ( I have over 60 houseplants), cooking (I’m told I make a fantastic apple pie), book collecting, theater (acting & directing), and travel. I’m blessed with a varied and interesting group of friends who are always introducing me to new things. I’ve had a library card since I was 5 years old and libraries and librarians were central to my education as a child and teen. 2. Tell us about your career at WCPL. What are you most excited about in your new position? I worked for WCPL for a short time as a reference assistant in the late 1990’s; however I went ‘back home’ in 2000. Twenty one years ago I moved back to Bryan, and in 2017 I happened to talk to Jeff Yahraus (former Director) and Jane Huffman (former Local History Coordinator) at a Business After Hours event where they encouraged me to apply for a library assistant position in Local History. I loved working in the department and helped develop programming which led to me becoming the Programming Manager in 2021. When Susan Irwin, the former Assistant Director, announced her retirement I applied for the position, and here I am: the last job I will ever have! The future of libraries are as community centers: where diverse groups can meet, access information, share ideas, and find a place to just be themselves. While this future is fraught with challenges (sometimes literal challenges to content and material) it is the aspect I find most exciting about my job. The possibility to see WCPL grow in scope and place within each community we serve is what gets me out of bed in the morning — that and my cats demanding to be fed. 3. What is a service that WCPL offers that you wish the community were more aware of? The variety of digital material we have available. Not just Hoopla and Libby, but the EBSCO databases, the library YouTube channel, and much more. I’m committed to expanding digital content and making it available to our patrons. 4. Favorite Book? I have to choose one? Only one? The book that I derive great pleasure from and that I take off the shelf to read at least once a year is Endangered Pleasures: In Defense of Naps, Bacon, Martinis, Profanity, and Other Indulgences by the late Barbara Holland. When I’m in danger of going to the gym, cutting back on my red meat consumption, passing up a cocktail, giving in to ‘hustle culture', or any other nonsense I know it is time to read this book. 5. What upcoming WCPL event are you most looking forward to? This year WCPL and I are partnering with the Friends of the Montpelier Library to give an in-person tour of Riverside Cemetery in Montpelier. It is the largest cemetery in Williams County and I can’t wait to take people through its fascinating history, people, and tombstone architecture.

Local History Center AUGUST PROGRAMMING Address: 102 N Main Street, Bryan, OH 43506 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 275 WEEKLY PROGRAMMING How to Properly Clean Gravestones, August 17th, 11:00AM Gravestones tend to degrade and get covered in moss. Learn how to properly clean gravestones, and go home with the necessary items to later clean a stone by yourself. Meet at the Fountain Grove Cemetery. Register. SEPTEMBER PROGRAMMING Family History Kits, September 5th, 6:00PM Interested in researching your family history but don’t know where to start? Join Local History Manager, Jared Schnee for this informational program and go home with a Family History Kit. Register. Riverside Cemetery Tour, September 14th, 5:30PM Williams County Public Library and the Friends of the Montpelier Public Library are partnering for a unique local history event. Join WCPL Assistant Director Denver Henderson as he conducts an in-person tour through Williams County’s largest cemetery and discusses the history of the cemetery, the stories of unique individuals buried there, and the architecture of tombstones. Meet at the Riverside Cemetery mausoleum to start the tour. FREE EVENT & registration is not required. OCTOBER PROGRAMMING Researching Your Ancestors through DNA, October 9th, 6:00PM With the recent popularity of DNA testing kits, they serve as a great resource and tool for Genealogy Research. DNA kits can tell what ethnicities a person is and who they might be related to. Join Local History Manager, Jared Schnee for this educational program. Each registered participant will go home with an Ancestry.com DNA kit to dive deeper into Genealogy research. Register. 7th Annual Fountain Grove Cemetery Tour October 26th, 6:00PM Join WCPL Assistant Director, Denver Henderson as he continues the autumn tradition in Bryan: an in-person tour of the historic Fountain Grove Cemetery. This year participants will explore the “Titans of Business and Industry” focusing on those individuals and families that have shaped the economic destiny of Bryan and Williams County, along with tombstone architecture and symbolism. This tour will begin at the Fountain Grove Cemetery mausoleum. This is a FREE EVENT and registration is not required.

Edgerton Branch Library WEEKLY FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING WEEKLY ADULT PROGRAMMING Gentle Yoga, Weekly on Mondays & Thursdays, 9:30AM-10:30AM (No Class on August 5th & 8th) Instructor Maris Sebastian will introduce yoga basics to attendees. Yoga is $5 per session. There Will Be Food, Weekly on Tuesdays, Starting September 10th, 3:15PM, For Teens Create a snack in this fun cooking class! Learn where food originates from and talk about teen life. Dungeons & Dragons Club, Weekly on Tuesdays, 4:30PM, For Tweens & Teens, Register Baby & Toddler Story Time, Weekly on Wednesdays, 10:00AM, Stories, Songs, Rhymes, & Snacks! Crafternoons with Miss Deb!, Weekly on Thursdays, 3:00PM, Make New Crafts Each Week! AUGUST ADULT PROGRAMMING Paint A Ceramic Bisque Gnome, August 2nd, 1:00PM & August 5th, 5:00PM, Register AUGUST FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Let’s Make Bubble Tea!, August 6th, 10:00AM-5:00PM, Or While Supplies Last Open Painting!, August 7th, 11:00AM-5:00PM, Use Left Over Craft Supplies to Make Art, Register Live Concert Featuring the Motown Eagles at Fleo’s Flick’s, August 8th, 7:00PM Join us at Fleo's Flick's Drive-In Theatre for a live concert featuring an Eagle's cover band from Detroit, MI, the Motown Eagles! Brought to you by WCPL, in partnership with the Friends of the Edgerton Library, and the Pythian Sisters St. Joseph #449. This is a free concert open to the community. Concessions will be on site at Fleo’s Flicks, located at 233 E Morrison St, Edgerton, OH 43517. Let’s Make Ice Cream!, August 13th, 2:00PM Come make ice cream out of natural ingredients! The perfect treat to end summer! Register. Cookies & Canvas Painting Class, August 26th, 6:00PM Come join Deb as we paint a sweet under the sea image! For Ages 8-16. Register. Bingo for Books, August 28th, 3:30PM, Get a Bingo, Win a Book! Register AUGUST BOOK CLUB MEETINGS Open Horizons: August 19th at 5PM to discuss Fly Away. Cup of Crime: August 28th at 3pm. Meet at Cup of Joy Coffee Barn to discuss The House in the Pines. Register. Address: 319 N Michigan Ave, Edgerton, OH 43517 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 2 Little Learners: Montessori Inspired Time, Weekly on Thursdays, 9:30AM-12:30PM Starting September 5th, ages 2-6 can explore a variety of Montessori inspired stations at their own pace.

Edgerton Branch Library Address: 319 N Michigan Ave, Edgerton, OH 43517 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 2 SEPTEMBER ADULT PROGRAMMING SEPTEMBER BOOK CLUB MEETINGS Open Horizons: September 16th at 5PM to discuss The First Mistake. Cup of Crime: September 25th at 3pm. Meet at the Cup of Joy Coffee Barn to discuss The Silent Patient. Register. SEPTEMBER FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING LEGO Club, September 4th, 11th, & 25th, 3:15PM-4:00PM Get creative & build with Legos! Different age groups will meet on designated Wednesdays for Lego Club. Sept. 4th-Kindergarten & 1st Grade, Sept. 11th-2nd & 3rd Grade, Sept. 25th-4th & 5th Grade. Cookies & Canvas Painting Class, September 23rd, 6:00PM Paint a sweet panda on the moon with instruction from Miss Deb! For Ages 8-16. Register. OCTOBER ADULT PROGRAMMING OCTOBER BOOK CLUB MEETINGS Open Horizons: October 21st at 5PM. Discuss All the Light We Cannot See. Cup of Crime: October 23rd at 3PM. Meet at the Cup of Joy Coffee Barn to discuss The Only One Left. Register. Fall Witch Hat Door Hanger, September 9th, 5:00PM & September 13th, 1:00PM Create a unique fall decoration with your choice of bailer's twine or burlap! One per household. Register. Adult Painting, October 11th, 1:00PM & October 14th, 5:00PM Paint a festive Halloween-themed witch’s hat on a pumpkin, with instruction by Miss Deb. Register. OCTOBER FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING LEGO Club, October 2nd, 9th, & 23rd, 3:15PM-4:00PM Get creative & build with Legos! Different age groups will meet on designated Wednesdays for Lego Club. Oct. 2nd-Kindergarten & 1st Grade, Oct. 9th-2nd & 3rd Grade, Oct. 23rd-4th & 5th Grade. Cookies & Canvas Painting Class, October 28th, 6:00PM Paint a spooky owl with a hidden pumpkin, instructed by Miss Deb! For Ages 8-16. Register. Trick or Treat at the Library, October 31st, 4:00PM-6:00PM Stop in for treats at the library! Be sure to wear your costume!

Edon Branch Library Address: 319 N Michigan Ave, Edgerton, OH 43517 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 2 Address: 105 S Michigan St, Edon, OH 43518 7323 x 3 WEEKLY ADULT PROGRAMMING Coffee Break @ the Library, Weekly on Thursdays, 9:00AM-11:00AM, No Meeting on Sept. 19th Relax at the library while sipping on a cup of coffee and reading a book! WEEKLY FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Family Story Time, Weekly on Wednesdays, 5:00PM, No Meeting on September 18th LEGO Club, Weekly on Fridays, 3:30PM-5:00PM, No Meeting on September 20th Teen & Adult Drop-In Craft-No Sew Pillow, August 15th, 1:00PM-5:00PM, Register AUGUST ADULT PROGRAMMING AUGUST BOOK CLUB MEETINGS Cozy Crime Corner: August 19th at 6PM. Discuss By Book or By Crook. PageTurners: August 21st at 6PM. Discuss The Thursday Murder Club. Murder in the Library: August 22nd at 6PM. Discuss Devil in the White City. Fiber Arts Hour, Weekly on Tuesdays, 4:00PM, No Meeting on September 17th Bring your knitting, crocheting, or other project to work on while socializing with other attendees! Senior Center Craft, August 13th, 1:00PM, Register Stamped Metal Jewelry, August 14th, 5:00PM, For Teens & Adults Stamp messages and designs onto metal, making your creation uniquely yours. Register. Jigsaw Puzzle Club, August 20th, 1:00PM-5:00PM Come gather around the fireplace for a puzzle session with friends. Snacks will be provided. Technology Help, August 26th, 12:00PM-5:00PM Are you struggling with your smartphone or iPad? Book a 45-minute, one-on-one session, by registering online. Then, bring your device in, and we'll assist you in learning to navigate the programs and apps properly. Register. Fun & Easy Cupcake Decorating, August 27th, 5:30PM, For Teens & Adults Impress your friends with your beautiful cupcakes. Only you know they're simple and fun. Register. Movie Buff Club, August 27th, Event is Full Teen & Adult Drop-In Craft-Create A Corkboard, August 29th, 1:00PM-5:00PM, Register

Edon Branch Library AUGUST FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Earn 5 Extra Summer Reading Tickets for Attending a Program!, August 1st-9th For each program you attend receive 5 tickets to enter the grand prize drawing at the Back to School Bash! Splash Adventure!, August 1st, 12:00PM-4:00PM Prepare to get drenched with an inflatable water slide provided by Just Add Kidz, along with water games for older kids. Additionally, there will be enjoyable water and sensory activities tailored for the little ones. Family Movie Night Watch Bridge to Terabithia, August 5th, 5:30PM, Snacks Provided Guessing Jar, August 6th-9th, During Open Hours, Closest Guess Wins a Jar of Goodies! Make a Wooden Birdhouse, August 6th, 9:00AM-6:00PM, Register Assemble, sand, and decorate! Use paints, markers, and other decorative materials to add you own touch to make your wooden bird house uniquely yours. Take home to watch birds flock to their cozy shelter! Take-n-Make Craft, August 6th, 9:00AM-6:00PM Traveling Bug Zoo, August 7th, 12:00PM Kayla Wyse, an Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator from the OSU Extension Office, will present her Traveling Bug Zoo program. Discover intriguing facts about insects and their habitats, and do activities. Happy Kidz Craft Hour—Make Your Own Hot Air Balloon, August 8th, 4:00PM, Register Back to School Bash, August 9th, 3:30PM-5:00PM Join us for one final big blowout before school starts! Play exciting games for a chance to win fun prizes. Enjoy hot dogs, chips, and drinks while you play. Stay for grand prize drawings! Around the World Snack Day!, August 12th, 5:00PM Discover favorite snacks from around the globe and enjoy sampling a variety of tasty treats! Register. Messy Art Fun—Handprint & Footprint Painting, August 16th, 4:00PM Create a Kaleidoscope, August 20th, 12:00PM-5:00PM, Register Happy Kidz Craft Hour—Zoomy Cars Craft, August 22nd, 4:00PM, Register Family Fun Night—Build Your Own S’mores, August 26th, 5:30PM Join us for Family Fun Night where you can build your own perfect s'more! Register. Cookin’ Kiddos— Make a Back to School Snack, August 28th, 4:00PM, For Ages 8-12, Register

Edon Branch Library SEPTEMBER ADULT PROGRAMMING Glass Etching, September 4th, 4:00PM, For Teens & Adults Join us for this simple class where we turn an ordinary piece of glass into a unique work of art. Register. Senior Center Craft, September 11th, 1:00PM, Register Fall Candle Making, September 11th, 5:30PM, For Teens & Adults Create a fall-themed candle to brighten and beautify your season. All materials are included. Register. Intro to Quilting, September 5th, 12th, & 26th, 5:00PM, For Teens & Adults Been wanting to try quilting? Now's your chance to learn the essential techniques, from layout to finishing. In this 4 week class, you'll complete a project and gain a skill that you can enjoy for years to come. Jigsaw Puzzle Club, September 24th, 1:00PM-5:00PM Teen & Adult Drop-In Craft-Tote Decorating, September 12th, 1:00PM-5:00PM, Register SEPTEMBER BOOK CLUB MEETINGS PageTurners: September 25th at 6PM. Discuss Hallowe’en Party. Murder in the Library: September 26th at 6PM. Discuss The Summer House. Cozy Crime Corner: September 30th at 6PM. Movie Buff Club, September 24th, Event is Full Teen & Adult Drop-In Craft-Embroidery Hoop Pumpkin, September 26th, 1:00PM-5:00PM, Register SEPTEMBER FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Take-N-Make Craft, September 3rd, 9:00AM-6:00PM Family Movie Night-Watch Migration, September 9th, 5:00PM Fall Fest Party, September 23rd, 4:00PM-6:00PM Join us for a Fall Festival featuring cornhole, pumpkin chucking, and plenty of other exciting activities! Enjoy delicious food including chili, hot dogs, donuts, and apple cider. Utilize our autumn-themed photo area to capture your family's fall memories. Open to all ages. Angry Birds Game, September 25th, 3:00PM Test your skills in a life-size game where you'll fling angry birds to save their eggs from green pigs! Happy Kidz Craft Hour—Fingerprint Fall Tree, September 5th, 4:00PM, Register Cookin’ Kiddos—Cool Whip Cookies, September 25th, 4:00PM, For Ages 8-12, Register Family Fun Night—Make Banana Splits!, September 30th, 5:00PM, Register Bring your family for a fun night filled with making and eating tasty treats!

Edon Branch Library OCTOBER ADULT PROGRAMMING Senior Center Craft, October 8th, 1:00PM, Register Teen & Adult Drop-In Craft-Terracotta Pumpkins, October 10th, 1:00PM-5:00PM, Register Jigsaw Puzzle Club, October 15th, 1:00PM-5:00PM Nailed It or Failed It! Pumpkin Decorating, October 21st, 5:00PM, For Teens & Adults, Register OCTOBER BOOK CLUB MEETINGS PageTurners: October 16th at 6PM. Discuss Queen of All Poisons. Cozy Crime Corner: October 21st at 6PM. Murder in the Library: October 24th at 6PM. Discuss Mean Streak. OCTOBER FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING 3D Printer, Through October, During Open Hours, Witness 3D Printing & Take Home a Souvenir! Poof! You’re a Monster!, Through October, During Open Hours Visit anytime in October and get turned into a monster! This is a fun and easy craft for kids! Take-N-Make Craft, October 1st, 9:00AM-6:00PM Let’s Go Fly a Kite with Miss Jessica, October 2nd, 3:30PM Jessica Runkel from the OSU Ext. Office will teach us how build a kite & we will fly them outside! Register. Happy Kidz Craft Hour—Puffy Paint Pumpkin, October 3rd, 4:00PM, Register Kids Ceramic Painting, October 7th, 3:00PM Choose a piece from popular ceramic designs and paint it in your favorite colors! Register. Family Movie Night-Watch Wish, October 7th, 5:30PM Family Fun—Bobbin’ for Apples—Crafts & Snacks, October 14th, 5:00PM Searching for fun, free, family activities for fall? Join us for a Bobbin' for Apples craft and snacks. Register. Happy Kidz Craft Hour—Acorn Handprint, October 17th, 4:00PM, Register Movie Buff Club, October 22nd, Event is Full Teen & Adult Drop-In Craft-Glow in the Dark Soap, October 24th, 1:00PM-5:00PM, Register Decorate Halloween Cupcakes, October 29th, 5:30PM, For Teens & Adults, Register Intro to Quilting-Binding, October 3rd, 5:00PM, For Teens & Adults Complete your quilting project in this final class where you will learn about binding.

Edon Branch Library Cookin’ Kiddos—Popcorn Balls, October 23rd, 4:00PM, For Ages 8-12, Register Making Moon Sand with Miss Jessica, October 25th, 3:30PM Jessica Runkel from the OSU Ext. Office will teach us how to make moon sand! Register. Popsicle Stick Monsters!, October 28th, 3:00PM Pick your favorite monster and create a door hanger to decorate for Halloween! Family Bingo, October 28th, 5:00PM Grab a friend or your family and play BINGO for prizes! Snacks provided. Trick or Treat at the Library, October 31st, 3:00PM-5:00PM We want to see your cool costume! Stop in and get a sweet surprise! (Costumes Optional) Pioneer Branch Library Address: 106 Baubice St, Pioneer, OH 43554 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 4 2 forms of address verification are needed to sign up. Example: Piece of mail & driver’s license (Those under the age of 18 will need a guardian signature on the library card sign up form ) ADULT WEEKLY PROGRAMMING Take a Break, Weekly on Wednesdays, 10:00AM Enjoy coffee and donuts while reading, chatting with friends, or just hanging out at the library! Open Craft Hour, Weekly on Thursdays, 10:00AM-11:00AM Bring a craft you’re working on and enjoy the company of fellow crafters. WEEKLY FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Tuesday Twisters, Starting September 24th, 3:00PM This weekly kids program for K-7th Grade will have fun activities, crafts, and games! Kids Bingo, Thursdays, 3:00PM, Kids & Teens can play Bingo and win prizes! Adult Bingo, Weekly on Thursdays, 1:00PM, Prizes for Winners!

Pioneer Branch Library Address: 319 N Michigan Ave, Edgerton, OH 43517 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 2 Address: 106 Baubice St, PIoneer, OH 43554 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 3 Address: 106 Baubice St, Pioneer, OH 43554 7323 x 4 AUGUST ADULT PROGRAMMING AUGUST BOOK CLUBS Silent Book Club: August 5th at 5PM. Stop in to spend time discussing books with fellow book lovers. Spend the rest of the hour reading! Happy Bookers: August 5th at 6PM. Beginner Crochet with Kiria, August 12th & 26th, 6:00PM Library Assistant Kiria will be teaching the art of crochet. Supplies provided, but if you have your own please bring. For adults & teens. Register. Year of Balms-DIY Balm Workshop, August 15th, 5:00PM Learn how to create your own balms using natural ingredients! For adults & teens. Register. Imperfectly Handcrafted, August 19th, 6:00PM, Make a Monthly Craft, Register AUGUST FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Week of Wonka-Candy Bar Bingo, August 1st, 1:00PM, Get a BINGO & Win a Candy Bar! Week of Wonka-Chocolate Party, August 2nd, 1:00PM Try different kinds of chocolate, Make pop-it candy bars, and decode the chocolate mystery! Popsicle Day, August 5th, 1:00PM, Cool Off with Popsicles and Play Games! International Tuesdays, August 6th & 13th, 1:00PM, Explore the World at the Library! Little Explorer Storytime, August 7th & 14th, 11:00AM Movie Wednesdays, August 7th & August 14th, 1:00PM Create your own Constellation Jar, August 8th, 1:00PM Put the stars in your hands by creating a constellation jar! Register. Outdoor Bubble Party, August 9th, 1:00PM Enjoy bubble activities, a parachute tent, and giant bubble making! INTERESTED IN JOINING A WCPL FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY GROUP? Where Have You Been Wall Map, August 12th, 1:00PM Bring a photo and the story of your exciting adventure to display on our wall map! Create a map of summer memories together! End of Summer Reading and Back to School Kick-Off Party, August 16th, 1:00PM, Ice Cream Sundaes, Games, & Prizes! Join us for ice cream sundaes, prize giveaways, games, and crafts to celebrate the end of summer & the beginning of the school year! Scan Our QR Code! Classic Movie Wednesdays, August 21st & 28th, 1:00PM, Step Back In Time with Cinema Classics!

Pioneer Branch Library Classic Movie Wednesdays, September 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th, 1:00PM Beginner Crochet with Kiria, September 9th & 23rd, 6:00PM, For Teens & Adults, Register SEPTEMBER FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING SEPTEMBER ADULT PROGRAMMING SEPTEMBER BOOK CLUBS Happy Bookers: September 9th at 6PM. Silent Book Club: September 9th at 5PM. Upcycled Terrarium, September 16th, 6:00PM Join us for a creative evening of crafting! Bring your own container to upcycle and use our supplies to transform it into a charming terrarium! For adults & teens. Register. A Year of Balms-DIY Balm Workshop, September 19th, 5:00PM, Register Great Book Swap, September 30th, 6:00PM Join us for a delightful evening of book swapping! Bring up to 4 books to exchange with fellow book lovers! If you bring 4 books, you can take home 4 books! American Sign Language Class for Beginners, September 9th & 23rd, 5:00PM Interested in ASL? Learn some of the essential signs, greetings, and everyday phrases in this beginner friendly class, that is open to all ages. No sign up required; just come join us! Outdoor Harry Potter Movie Event on the Big Screen, September 27th, 6:00PM Gather your family and friends for a magical movie marathon! Dress warm and enjoy our provided snacks. If the weather is bad, the event will be moved indoors. This will be the start of an 8-week movie marathon series featuring one Harry Potter movie each week! Relive the adventures of Harry, Hermione, & Ron! OCTOBER ADULT PROGRAMMING Beginner Crochet with Kiria, October 14th & 28th, 6:00PM, Register Year of Balms-DIY Balm Workshop, October 17th, 5:00PM, Register Imperfectly Handcrafted, October 21st, 6:00PM, Make a Monthly Craft, Register Classic Movie Wednesdays, October 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th 1:00PM OCTOBER BOOK CLUBS Happy Bookers: October 7th at 6PM. Silent Book Club: October 7th at 5PM.

AUGUST FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS AUGUST ADULT PROGRAMMING AUGUST BOOK CLUB MEETING OverReaders Anonymous: August 26th at 6PM. Discuss Before Your Coffee Gets Cold. Pioneer Branch Library SiHappy Bookers: July 1st at 6PM. Discuss The Gamble. OCTOBER FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Teen Advisory Board, October 2nd, 3:00PM Calling all teens! Help shape the future of your library’s teen programs and events. Share your ideas, gain leadership experience, and enjoy some snacks. No registration required; just bring your enthusiasm! Outdoor Harry Potter Movie Event on the Big Screen, October 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th, 6:00PM Gather your family and friends for a magical movie marathon! Dress warm and enjoy our provided snacks. If the weather is bad, the event will be moved indoors. This will be the start of an 8-week movie marathon series featuring one Harry Potter movie each week! Relive the adventures of Harry, Hermione, & Ron! American Sign Language Class for Beginners, October 7th & 21st, 5:00PM Interested in ASL? Learn some of the essential signs, greetings, and everyday phrases in this beginner friendly class, that is open to all ages. No sign up required; just come join us! Stryker Branch Library Address: 304 S Defiance St, Stryker, OH 43557 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 5 Coffee on Monday, August 5th & 19th, 9:30AM Stop in for coffee, tea, and sweet treats! Sponsored by "Friends of the Stryker Library". Tee’s & B’s, August 10th, 9:00AM-11:00AM Make crafts from recycled t-shirts and projects using beads. Register. Crafts with Samantha at the Senior Center, August 15th, 12:30PM Stitching with Friends, August 23rd, 3:00PM-5:00PM Bring your crafting project to work on while visiting with local crafters. Team Zoom Canine Entertainment, August 1st, 11:00AM From stunts, to tricks, and dance routines the Zoom dog performers put on an amazing show for all ages! Pokémon Camp Week, August 5th-9th, Daily Programs at 1:00PM, Event is Full Jumpin’ Teenz, August 6th, 5:00PM Take and Make Craft, August 7th, 9:00AM-6:00PM

Stryker Branch Library Address: 319 N Michigan Ave, Edgerton, OH 43517 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 2 Address: 105 S Michigan St, Edon, OH 43518 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 3 Address: 304 S Defiance St, Stryker, OH 43557 7323 x 5 That’s Sketchy, August 8th, 5:00PM, For Teens, Sketching Supplies Provided, Register Friends Back to School Kickoff Fundraiser Meal, August 13th, 4:00PM– 6:00PM Stop in after visiting the Stryker School Open House for a delicious meal of sausage, hot dogs, chips, cookies, and a drink. Food will be served for free will donations to support Friends of the Stryker Library. This is an outdoor event, weather permitting. Sausage is generously donated by Rusty and Sue Goebel. Back to School with Bluey!, August 19th-23rd, Daily Programs at 3:15PM Have afterschool fun with Bluey! Enjoy games, activities, a snack, and a daily book reading. Find Bluey in a new hiding spot every day in the library. For kids in Preschool-6th grade. Afterschool Shark Week—Take a Bite Out of Reading!, August 26th-30th, 3:15PM A week of shark games, snacks, crafts and lots more! For kids in Kindergarten-6th Grade. Tee’s & B’s, September 14th, 9:00AM-11:00AM, Register Coffee on Monday, September 16th, 9:30AM Stop in for coffee, tea, and sweet treats! Sponsored by "Friends of the Stryker Library". Crafts with Samantha at the Senior Center, September 19th, 12:30PM Stitching with Friends, September 27th, 3:00PM-5:00PM Create Pressed Flower Bookmarks, September 30th, 6:00PM-7:00PM Instructed by Beth Woodbury, create beautiful bookmarks with pressed flowers. Register. SEPTEMBER ADULT PROGRAMMING SEPTEMBER BOOK CLUB MEETINGS Y.A.B.: September 10th at 5PM. For Teens & Adults. Come talk books! OverReaders Anonymous: September 23rd at 6PM. Discuss a banned book. WEEKLY FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Note: Weekly programs follow the Stryker School Calendar. If school is closed, or canceled, the listed library programs will not be held. Panther Pals, Weekly on Mondays, 3:15PM, Starting September 16th Panther Kidz, Weekly on Tuesdays, 3:15PM, Starting September 3rd Panther Pals, held weekly on Mondays, for 3rd & 4th grade. Panther Kidz, held weekly on Tuesdays, for Kindergarten-2nd Grade. Both are afterschool programs with stories, games, crafts, and snacks. READ 2 ME, Weekly on Wednesdays, 3:15PM, Starting September 4th Students in grades K-6th can choose a book to read to a library staff member for 10 minute intervals. Panther Paws, Weekly on Thursdays, 11:00AM, Starting September 5th Storytime, music, puppets, games, crafts, finger play, STEM play, and lots of interactive fun!

Stryker Branch Library SEPTEMBER FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Mystery Book Month, Through September, During Open Hours Check out a "wrapped" mystery book for the month of September, with all reading levels, and categories of books to choose from. For each mystery book checked out, your name will be entered in a drawing for a grand prize. For kids in 2nd-8th Grade. Jumpin’ Teenz, September 3rd, 5:00PM, Creativity, Games, Crafts, & Snacks! Stryker Area Homeschooling Program, September 5th, 1:00PM Area homeschool kids in Preschool through Jr. High can enjoy games, crafts, stories & fun at this monthly homeschool program. If your child has any allergies, please notify the staff. That’s Sketchy, September 12th, 5:00PM, For Teens, Sketching Supplies Provided, Register Wacky Wednesday! Everything McDonald’s!, September 18th, 3:15PM Enjoy McDonald’s games, crafts and even some McDonald’s treats! For K-6th grade. Picasso Painter’s, September 21st, 10:00AM—12:00PM Attend this artistic program & work on a new project each month! For 4th-12th Grade. Register. Picasso Jr, September 21st, 12:30PM-1:30PM This creative art program is for children, grades 1st-3rd. Register. Lego Club, September 26th, 3:15PM, For K-6th Grade The Purrfect Panther Club, September 12th, 3:15PM 5th & 6th Graders can listen to stories, make crafts, play games, prepare snacks & refreshments! OCTOBER ADULT PROGRAMMING Tee’s & B’s—Light Up Fall T-Shirts, October 12th, 9:00AM-11:00AM, Register Crafts with Samantha at the Senior Center, October 17th, 12:30PM Coffee on Monday, October 7th & 21st, 9:30AM, Sponsored by the Friends of the Stryker Library Radford Jones—Member of U.S. Secret Service, October 7th, 6:00PM Gain personal and historical insight to events and incidents from our speaker, Radford W. Jones retired secret service agent, who protected Presidents Kennedy through Reagan. Road Map to Coverage: Health Insurance 101, October 21st, 6:00PM Katherine, from the Lucas County Care Net, will be here to help you navigate your way through the Medicare Health Insurance options. Stitching with Friends, October 25th, 3:00PM—5:00PM OCTOBER BOOK CLUB MEETINGS Y.A.B.: October 8th at 5PM. For Teens & Adults. Come talk books! OverReaders Anonymous: October 28th at 6PM. Discuss Gap Creek.

Stryker Branch Library Y.A.B.: July 9th at 5PM. For Ages 13+. OCTOBER FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Jumpin’ Teenz, October 1st, 5:00PM, Creativity, Games, Crafts, & Snacks! Stryker Area Homeschooling Program, October 3rd, 1:00PM Area homeschool kids in Preschool through Jr. High can enjoy games, crafts, stories & fun at this monthly homeschool program. If your child has any allergies, please notify the staff. That’s Sketchy, October 10th, 5:00PM, For Teens, Sketching Supplies Provided, Register The Purrfect Panther Club, October 10th, 3:15PM, For 5th & 6th Grade Listen to stories, make crafts, play games, prepare snacks & refreshments! Afterschool Fall Fest, October 15th, 3:15PM-4:00PM, Sponsored by the Arnos Family Have fun at this wonderful afterschool fall party! There will be games, crafts, fall food, and a petting zoo! Wacky Wednesday—Pixar, October 16th, 3:15PM, For Kindergarten-6th Grade Take part in Pixar themed fun! Games, activities, and more! Picasso Painter’s, October 19th, 10:00AM-12:00PM, For 4th-12th Grade, Register Attend this artistic program & work on a new project each month! Picasso Jr, October 19th, 12:30PM-1:30PM, For 1st-3rd Grade, Register Make sure to attend this creative art program for younger kids! Lego Club, October 24th, 3:15PM, For Kindergarten-6th Grade Use creativity to build with Legos!

West Unity Branch Library Address: 109 S High St, West Unity, OH 43570 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 6 WEEKLY ADULT PROGRAMMING Knits & Stitches, Weekly on Thursdays, 6:00PM For fiber art enthusiasts who knit, stitch, and crochet. Bring your current project to work on! WEEKLY FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Little Adventurers, Mondays, 11:00AM, Story time for toddlers and Pre-Schoolers! Kids Club, Thursdays, Starting August 22nd, 4:00PM, For 3rd grade & Up, Do fun weekly activities! Kids Garden Club, Wednesdays, 4:00PM, Tend to the library garden beds & learn about gardening! READ 2 ME, Wednesdays, 3:00PM, Kids can practice their reading to library staff. Adventurers K-2nd Grade, Tuesdays, Starting August 20th, 4:00PM, Play games, read, make crafts! AUGUST FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING AUGUST ADULT PROGRAMMING Adult Coloring Club, August 6th, 3:00PM Savory Samples Club, August 12th, 6:00PM Participants bring a recipe along with the prepared dish to share. Theme: Sandwiches. Painting with Miss Amanda, August 19th, 6:00PM, Event is Full Easy Sewing Class, August 5th, 4:00PM, For Kids Ages 8+, Register Bingo for All Ages, August 5th, 6:00PM, Prizes Awarded! Senior Fun Day: Bingo, August 29th, 12:30PM-2:00PM, Prizes Awarded AUGUST BOOK CLUB MEETING All Booked Up: August 20th at 2PM. Discuss Before We Were Yours. Trivia Night, August 26th, 6:00PM, Snacks Provided Grab your friends and show us what you know by answering the most random questions! August Used Book Sale, Through August, During Open Hours Books of all genres available for purchase! Children’s, Adult, Teen, Biographies, Audiobooks, DVD's, CD's, and miscellaneous items for sale for free will donations to the Friends of West Unity Library. Team Zoom Canine Entertainment, August 1st, 1:00PM From stunts, to tricks, and dance routines the Zoom dog performers put on an amazing show for all ages! Legos All Day, August 6th, 9:00AM-6:00PM Movie Day, August 7th, 14th, & 21st, 1:00PM Summer Reading Ending Party/ Back to School Bash, August 8th, 1:00PM-3:00PM Enjoy games, crafts, snacks, and activities from 1pm to 2pm and a Just Add Kids Bouncy House Combo for the entirety of the program, from 1pm to 3pm! Come out and have some fun! Open to all ages.

West Unity Branch Library Bingo for All Ages, September 23rd, 6:00PM, Get a Bingo, win a prize! Easy Sewing Class, September 16th, 4:00PM, For Kids Ages 8+, Register Family Movie Night—Watch Wish, August 9th, 5:30PM-8:00PM Free family meal and movie with snacks. Register for the family meal. Homeschooling Day Visit Bryan Airport, August 16th, 10:00AM Steve Fortner will give us a tour of the Bryan airport, show us planes, and answer any questions you may have. Meeting at the airport, 16288 Co Rd D, Bryan, OH 43506. Register. National Beach Day, August 30th, 9:00AM-5:00PM Check out a display of beach themed books for adults and kids. There will also be beach themed activities! SEPTEMBER ADULT PROGRAMMING Adult Coloring Club, September 3rd, 3:00PM Tail Waggin’ Tutors, August 13th & 27th, 3:00PM, Read to Trained Therapy Dogs! Savory Samples Club, September 9th, 6:00PM Participants bring a recipe along with the prepared dish to share. Theme: Budget Meals. SEPTEMBER BOOK CLUB MEETING All Booked Up: September 17th at 2PM. Discuss In the Unlikely Event. SEPTEMBER FAMILY/TEEN/KIDS PROGRAMMING Legos All Day, September 6th, 9:00AM-5:00PM Senior Fun Day: Movie Champions, September 18th, 12:30PM-2:30PM Enjoy watching the movie Champions (PG-13) with a provided popcorn snack. Senior Fun Day: Games, September 27th, 12:30PM-2:30PM Calling all seniors! Come and play games with other seniors and patrons for a fun afternoon! Fall Deco Mesh Wreath, September 30th, 6:00PM Judy Stuckey will instruct you on how to make your very own wreath out of deco mesh ribbon. Register. Fall Reads Book Bundles, Through September, During Open Hours Kids can pick up a bundle of themed fiction books & at least 1 nonfiction book to check out. Put your name on the cutout attached to the bundle for a chance to win a prize at the end of the month. Tail Waggin’ Tutors, September 10th & 24th, 3:00PM, Read to Trained Therapy Dogs! B.Y.O.Book Club, September 16th, 6:00PM, Teens & adults bring your own book to discuss! Homeschooling Day—Bee Keeping, September 20th, 10:00AM Andy Carlin will be here to talk about the process of getting honey from his honey bees, the care he gives to the bees, and also show items that help in the process, such as his beekeeping outfit. Register. Fitness Fun, Wednesdays in September, 5:00PM Exercise to a DVD or YouTube video.

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