Athens County Public Libraries
Outdoor Sing-a-Long: Athens County Community Singers
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesThis wonderful local "choir for all voices" includes those with and without disabilities. Individuals with disabilities have an opportunity to perform and fulfill their dream of belonging to a performance group and give back to their community, and the choir promotes both inclusion and acceptance wherever they perform. While some choir members are challenged to... Read More
Plains Plant & Seed Swap
The Plains Public Library 14 South Plains Road, The Plains, OH, United StatesTake an indoor and/or outdoor plant for every plant you bring. Seed swapping is also encouraged. Grow with your community! Free and open to the public.
Baseball During the Second World War: The Cleveland Indians (Author talk)
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesWorld War II was a challenging era for Major League Baseball, the #1 American spectator sport at the time. Cleveland's professional team held the show together, and then after the war, when the great players returned, Cleveland triumphed and brought in Black players. This is their story. Our guest author is sports historian and native... Read More
Imagination Library Celebration
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesCome and celebrate Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Athens County! Experience early literacy activity stations, listen to stories, and meet the beloved book character, Llama Llama. For families with children ages 0-5. Free and open to the public.
Summer at the Library: Back in Person!
Athens County Public LibrariesFor the first time ever, the Athens County Public Libraries are hosting free summer programs and challenges for kids, teens, AND adults during June and July--and this year, programs return to being in person. Some virtual and take-and-make programs will also be offered. Pick up a summer program schedule at any library location, or visit... Read More
The Old Lefthander & Me: Stories of Joe Nuxhall [HYBRID EVENT]
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesJoin long-time Cincinnati Enquirer TV columnist and 1975 Ohio University graduate John Kiesewetter as he tells his favorite stories from his new book about his conversations with Joe Nuxhall about the Reds, baseball, and broadcasting. A book signing will follow the event, and copies of the book will be sold on-site; a portion of the proceeds... Read More
Save the Manatee: Summer at the Library for Adults
Coolville Public Library 26401 Main Street, Coolville, OH, United StatesLearn all about the manatee with a live virtual presentation, informative exhibits, snacks, and more. This interactive event is part of the the "Oceans of Possibilities" programs for adults, and will be traveling to other library locations this summer. Visit MyACPL.org for more details.
Three Oceans and a Fifth: Midway and the Falklands in Global Perspective (Hybrid Event)
Athens Public Library 30 Home St, Athens, OH, United StatesThis June marks the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Midway. America’s victory not only turned the tide against Japan in the central Pacific, it turned the key that interlocked Allied advantage across three oceans. Join guest presenter John Brobst, associate professor of history at Ohio University, where he teaches courses on the British Empire,... Read More
Community Sing-Along and Picnic
Nelsonville Public Library 95 W Washington St, Nelsonville, OhioJoin the Athens County Community Singers at 6 for an outdoor sing-along, with a picnic hosted by Radical Times starting at 6:30. Free and open to the public.
Slavalachia: Concert for Ukraine
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesJoin Benya Stewart and Brother Hill for an afternoon of music and stories regarding their recent mission in Eastern Europe. Among other topics, they will share how they found themselves delivering life-saving medical supplies and performing along the way, who made the trip possible, and how Ohioans can continue to help the people of Ukraine.... Read More