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Teen Advisory Board Meeting

TAB (Teen Advisory Board) Meeting

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop, Other

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

TAB members (grades 8-12) can join us to give input on library programs, volunteer for exciting projects, and create a space that’s truly theirs. Interested in joining?

Intermediate Sign Language

Intermediate Sign Language Class

Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Page Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Page Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enhance your communication skills by joining our intermediate sign language class, designed to build upon the foundations established in the beginner courses held previously. 

Intermediate Sign Language

Intermediate Sign Language Class

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Page Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Page Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enhance your communication skills by joining our intermediate sign language class, designed to build upon the foundations established in the beginner courses held previously. 

Intermediate Sign Language

Intermediate Sign Language Class

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Page Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Page Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enhance your communication skills by joining our intermediate sign language class, designed to build upon the foundations established in the beginner courses held previously. 

Potato Derby

Potato Derby

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

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

Join us at the library for a fun-filled Potato Derby, where creativity and competition meet as participants design and race their own potato cars. 

Local Author Visit Nancy Seberiano

Local Author Visit - Nancy Seberiano

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

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

Join us for a poignant evening with local author Nancy Seberiano as she discusses her powerful memoir, The Year I Couldn’t Cry. This deeply personal book offers a gripping eyewitness account of a mother’s journey through unim

Community Conversations Book Club

Community Conversations | Book Club

Friday, September 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join for a community conversation at Ashland University (AU Student Center Room ABCD (2nd floor)) as we partner with the Ashland Center for Nonviolence:  
- Sep: The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros

Intermediate Sign Language

Intermediate Sign Language Class

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Page Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Page Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enhance your communication skills by joining our intermediate sign language class, designed to build upon the foundations established in the beginner courses held previously. 

Minecraft Escape Room

Minecraft Escape Room

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Gaming, Other

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 can join us for a fun Minecraft themed escape room. Work together to see if you can solve the puzzles and escape!

Movie Matinee

Movie Matinee: "A Minecraft Movie"

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

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

Join us for a special screening of A Minecraft Movie, featuring an exclusive short film by talented local youth, you won’t want to miss!

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Toddler Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Toddler Storytime

Pop in to the library for thirty minutes of music, stories, finger-plays and fun for toddlers. This Storytime is best for those 18 to 36 months and their caregivers. 

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.

Toddler Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Toddler Storytime

Pop in to the library for thirty minutes of music, stories, finger-plays and fun for toddlers. This Storytime is best for those 18 to 36 months and their caregivers. 

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.

LEGO Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Other
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. 

Chair Yoga

9:30am–10:30am
Adults
Health & Wellness
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting on a chair or standing using a chair for support. It is a great option for those who have limited mobility, injuries, or find it difficult to get up and down from the floor.

Baby Laptime

10:00am–10:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Chair Yoga

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting on a chair or standing using a chair for support. It is a great option for those who have limited mobility, injuries, or find it difficult to get up and down from the floor.

Ashland Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

4:30pm–5:30pm
Everyone
Other
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Regularly scheduled meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 4:30 pm in the Stockwell Room of the library. All meetings are open to the public.

Open Art Lab

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity and explore new artistic techniques at our Open Art Lab designed for students in grades 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a mess

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

Crafting Connections

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

All ages are invited to come together to engage in crafting activities, share skills and experiences, and build relationships. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome to join.

Friends of the Ashland Public Library | Meeting

10:00am–11:00am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room

Intermediate Sign Language Class

10:00am–11:00am
Teens, Adults
Workshop
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Page Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enhance your communication skills by joining our intermediate sign language class, designed to build upon the foundations established in the beginner courses held previously. 

Movie Matinee

3:00pm–5:00pm
Everyone
Movie
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us each month for a movie at the library. The best part? Admission is completely free! So grab some snacks, sit back, and enjoy a great movie with friends or family. Popcorn will be provided.

Women's Health Conversation Series: End of Life Planning

1:00pm–2:00pm
Everyone
Health & Wellness
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

End of Life Planning • October 12

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Ashland Public Library

North Central State College Leadership Training

9:00am–2:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room

Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive and fun filled thirty minutes of books, activities and songs. This Storytime is especially for those who are ages 3 through 5 years old.

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.

Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive and fun filled thirty minutes of books, activities and songs. This Storytime is especially for those who are ages 3 through 5 years old.

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.

Evening Storytime

5:30pm–6:00pm
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the evening for a half hour of stories and songs, ages 0-5 recommended.

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.

Recipe Swap

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring a dish and the recipe to share with the group that reflects the monthly theme. 
- Sep: Food on a Stick
- Oct: Chocolate & Coffee
- Nov: Favorite Recipe from your Parent/Grandparent

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served or used at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

North Central State College Leadership Training

9:00am–2:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room

Toddler Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Toddler Storytime

Pop in to the library for thirty minutes of music, stories, finger-plays and fun for toddlers. This Storytime is best for those 18 to 36 months and their caregivers. 

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.

Toddler Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Toddler Storytime

Pop in to the library for thirty minutes of music, stories, finger-plays and fun for toddlers. This Storytime is best for those 18 to 36 months and their caregivers. 

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.

Pokémon Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Gaming
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pokemon Club

Gotta catch 'em all! Stop by the library to join us as we do activities based around popular Pokemon characters and content. There will be some craft based activities mixed with discussion of favorite characters. Feel free to bring along your Pokemon cards and join us for this club geared towards Elementary aged kids (Grades K - 4). 

Trading of Pokemon Cards at this event is done at your own risk.

Drop in any time between 4-5pm. 

Sit, Stay, Read

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children
Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Kids Area - Main Level
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Sit, Stay, Read" is back at the library! This beloved program invites young readers to drop in and enjoy the unique experience of reading to a friendly therapy dog.