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Playground Picassos

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

The Bookmobile will be at Brookside Park with a fun craft/art project to do—all while enjoying fresh air and fun. Grab a brush and let’s make some masterpieces then go play at the playground!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Bookmobile will be at Brookside Park with a fun craft/art project to do—all while enjoying fresh air and fun. Grab a brush and let’s make some masterpieces then go play at the playground!

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a mess

This is a hands on project or activity.  Be sure to dress for mess!

Outdoor Program

Weather permitting, this program will be outdoors. Be sure to dress appropriately. 

This event is in the "Children" group

How to Make a Rocket Fly! - Ashland Chautauqua

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children

Join Larry Bounds for an interactive program for elementary-aged children introduces the basic principles of rocket flight. Participants will learn how to build safe, working rockets using provided handouts.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Larry Bounds for an interactive program for elementary-aged children introduces the basic principles of rocket flight. Participants will learn how to build safe, working rockets using provided handouts.

This event is in the "Children" group

4-H Pet Pals Meet & Greet

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids Area - Main Level at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a delightful Meet & Greet with the 4-H Pet Pals in the children's area of the library! Bring your family to interact with our friendly visitors, including lovable dogs and a charming rabbit.

Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Kids Area - Main Level
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us for a delightful Meet & Greet with the 4-H Pet Pals in the children's area of the library! Bring your family to interact with our friendly visitors, including lovable dogs and a charming rabbit.

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Craft Time

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Baby, Children

Toddlers can practice scissor and gluing skills as they engage in hands-on crafts designed just for them. Drop in 10am-11:30am.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Toddlers can practice scissor and gluing skills as they engage in hands-on crafts designed just for them. Drop in 10am-11:30am.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Summer Storytime - AM

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby, Children

Discover captivating tales at our morning summer Storytime. Perfect for children 0-5, come enjoy a magical start to your day outdoors! We will be holding Storytime in the yard next to the overflow parking lot, weather permitting.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover captivating tales at our morning summer Storytime. Perfect for children 0-5, come enjoy a magical start to your day outdoors! We will be holding Storytime in the yard next to the overflow parking lot, weather permitting.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Summer Storytime - PM

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby, Children

Stop by in the evenings for summer tales perfect for ages 0-5. Come spark imagination in young readers while connecting with others. We will be holding Storytime in the yard next to the overflow parking lot, weather permitting.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by in the evenings for summer tales perfect for ages 0-5. Come spark imagination in young readers while connecting with others. We will be holding Storytime in the yard next to the overflow parking lot, weather permitting.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Super Science!

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Super Science!:

Stop by the library after school to explore with fun, hands-on, science based activities. This program will be geared towards Elementary aged children grade K-5. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required

Super Science!

Stop by the library after school to explore with fun, hands-on, science based activities. This program will be geared towards Elementary aged children grade K-5. 

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Baby Laptime

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
The Studio at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby, Children
Baby Laptime:

Giggle and wiggle with a special time of music, rhymes, and books for babies up to 18 months old with their caregivers. Older siblings are welcome.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Baby Laptime

Giggle and wiggle with a special time of music, rhymes, and books for babies up to 18 months old with their caregivers. Older siblings are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Playground Picassos

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

The Bookmobile will be at Brookside Park with a fun craft/art project to do—all while enjoying fresh air and fun. Grab a brush and let’s make some masterpieces then go play at the playground!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Bookmobile will be at Brookside Park with a fun craft/art project to do—all while enjoying fresh air and fun. Grab a brush and let’s make some masterpieces then go play at the playground!

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a mess

This is a hands on project or activity.  Be sure to dress for mess!

Outdoor Program

Weather permitting, this program will be outdoors. Be sure to dress appropriately. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Books in the Park with Ashland County Parks

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Children

The Bookmobile will be at various county parks reading a story as part of the Ashland County Parks “Books in the Park” Program. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

The Bookmobile will be at various county parks reading a story as part of the Ashland County Parks “Books in the Park” Program. 

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Sensory Play

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Baby, Children

Drop-in, 10am-11:30am. Discover new textures and experience new brain building activities. Primarily for ages 12-36 months by older and younger siblings are welcome to attend. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drop-in, 10am-11:30am. Discover new textures and experience new brain building activities. Primarily for ages 12-36 months by older and younger siblings are welcome to attend. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Summer Storytime - AM

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby, Children

Discover captivating tales at our morning summer Storytime. Perfect for children 0-5, come enjoy a magical start to your day outdoors! We will be holding Storytime in the yard next to the overflow parking lot, weather permitting.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover captivating tales at our morning summer Storytime. Perfect for children 0-5, come enjoy a magical start to your day outdoors! We will be holding Storytime in the yard next to the overflow parking lot, weather permitting.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Summer Storytime - PM

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby, Children

Stop by in the evenings for summer tales perfect for ages 0-5. Come spark imagination in young readers while connecting with others. We will be holding Storytime in the yard next to the overflow parking lot, weather permitting.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by in the evenings for summer tales perfect for ages 0-5. Come spark imagination in young readers while connecting with others. We will be holding Storytime in the yard next to the overflow parking lot, weather permitting.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Afternoon Adventures

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children

Drop in any time between 4pm-5pm for each session for a themed activity based on well loved books and series. Recommended for grades 3 and up.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drop in any time between 4pm-5pm for each session for a themed activity based on well loved books and series. Recommended for grades 3 and up.

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Baby Laptime

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
The Studio at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby, Children
Baby Laptime:

Giggle and wiggle with a special time of music, rhymes, and books for babies up to 18 months old with their caregivers. Older siblings are welcome.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Baby Laptime

Giggle and wiggle with a special time of music, rhymes, and books for babies up to 18 months old with their caregivers. Older siblings are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Playground Picassos

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

The Bookmobile will be at Brookside Park with a fun craft/art project to do—all while enjoying fresh air and fun. Grab a brush and let’s make some masterpieces then go play at the playground!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Bookmobile will be at Brookside Park with a fun craft/art project to do—all while enjoying fresh air and fun. Grab a brush and let’s make some masterpieces then go play at the playground!

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a mess

This is a hands on project or activity.  Be sure to dress for mess!

Outdoor Program

Weather permitting, this program will be outdoors. Be sure to dress appropriately. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Messtival - Kids

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Grades K-5 and younger, join us for the grand finale of the “Color Our World” Summer Reading Program with our spectacular Messitival Celebration!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5 and younger, join us for the grand finale of the “Color Our World” Summer Reading Program with our spectacular Messitival Celebration!

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a mess

This is a hands on project or activity.  Be sure to dress for mess!

Outdoor Program

Weather permitting, this program will be outdoors. Be sure to dress appropriately. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Books in the Park with Ashland County Parks

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Children

The Bookmobile will be at various county parks reading a story as part of the Ashland County Parks “Books in the Park” Program. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

The Bookmobile will be at various county parks reading a story as part of the Ashland County Parks “Books in the Park” Program. 

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

1,2,3...Count With Me

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
STEM, Other
Age Group:
Baby, Children

Toddlers will have fun with numbers using rhymes, books, and active play. Drop in, 10am-11:30am

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: STEM, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Toddlers will have fun with numbers using rhymes, books, and active play. Drop in, 10am-11:30am

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Evening Playtime

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Baby, Children

Spark imagination and growth in young children ages 0-5, during evening hours. The sessions benefit both littles and caregivers, offering a chance to connect, share tips, and enjoy a sense of community.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spark imagination and growth in young children ages 0-5, during evening hours. The sessions benefit both littles and caregivers, offering a chance to connect, share tips, and enjoy a sense of community.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Tiny Tots Playtime

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
The Studio at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Baby, Children

Engage in playtime with your little one ages 2-5 to spark their imagination. The sessions benefit both littles and caregivers, offering a chance to connect, share tips, and enjoy a sense of community.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Engage in playtime with your little one ages 2-5 to spark their imagination. The sessions benefit both littles and caregivers, offering a chance to connect, share tips, and enjoy a sense of community.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

LEGO Club

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Lego Club:

Participate in challenges and different building activities to create something extraordinary with LEGO bricks. This program will give builders plenty of time to complete different...

Drop in any time between 4-5pm. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Lego Club

Participate in challenges and different building activities to create something extraordinary with LEGO bricks. This program will give builders plenty of time to complete different problem solving activities geared towards Elementary age children (Grades K - 4). LEGO bricks will be provided.

Drop in any time between 4-5pm. 

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Little Sprouts STEM Play

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Baby, Children

Drop in, 10am-11:30am to explore the world of STEM through play. Best for kids 5 and under.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drop in, 10am-11:30am to explore the world of STEM through play. Best for kids 5 and under.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Baby" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Evening Playtime

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Baby, Children

Spark imagination and growth in young children ages 0-5, during evening hours. The sessions benefit both littles and caregivers, offering a chance to connect, share tips, and enjoy a sense of community.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spark imagination and growth in young children ages 0-5, during evening hours. The sessions benefit both littles and caregivers, offering a chance to connect, share tips, and enjoy a sense of community.

Disclaimer(s)

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.