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Art Exploratorium

Art Exploratorium

Sunday, June 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Everyone
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Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

On Sundays all ages are invited to explore the world of art through various self-led art projects. Stop by to create something unique this summer as we “Color Our Word.” Drop by The Studio any time 

Music at the Blissful Mr. Evan

Music at the Blissful: Mr. Evan

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site

Program Type:

Music, Performance, STEM

Age Group:

Everyone
Register Now
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Performance, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Mr. Evan an award-winning national touring musician from Boston, MA for a fun-filled, interactive, movement-packed music experience for the whole family. 

Mural Painting - Kids & Teens

Mural Painting

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Teens
Register Now
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity this summer by joining our Collaborative Art Project for kids and teens!

Bike Decorating

Bike Decorating

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children
Register Now
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for Ashland Main Street's Push 'Em Pull 'Em Parade by decorating your bike, wagon, etc. with supplies at the library. Drop by any time 1pm-3pm in The Stockwell Room. 

 

Mural Painting - Kids & Teens

Mural Painting

Sunday, July 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Teens
Register Now
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity this summer by joining our Collaborative Art Project for kids and teens!

The Studio: Stop Motion - Kids

The Studio: Live Action - Kids

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

STEM, Workshop

Age Group:

Children
Register Now
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 can join us for a weeklong program to produce their very own live-action video later to premiere at The Ashland Theatre.

The Studio: Stop Motion - Kids

The Studio: Live Action - Kids

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

STEM, Workshop

Age Group:

Children
Register Now
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 can join us for a weeklong program to produce their very own live-action video later to premiere at The Ashland Theatre.

Science Heroes Adventure of the Missing Color

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site

Program Type:

Music, Performance, STEM

Age Group:

Everyone
Register Now
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Performance, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure! Through hands-on experiments and fun, celebrate the scientists who color our world with art!

The Studio: Stop Motion - Kids

The Studio: Live Action - Kids

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

STEM, Workshop

Age Group:

Children
Register Now
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 can join us for a weeklong program to produce their very own live-action video later to premiere at The Ashland Theatre.

The Studio: Stop Motion - Kids

The Studio: Live Action - Kids

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

STEM, Workshop

Age Group:

Children
Register Now
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 can join us for a weeklong program to produce their very own live-action video later to premiere at The Ashland Theatre.

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Summer Storytime - AM

10:00am–10:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
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.

Black River Elementary | School Community Stop

1:30pm–2:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Registration Required

Mapleton Schools | School Community Stop

3:00pm–3:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Registration Required

Summer Storytime - PM

5:30pm–6:00pm
Baby, Children
Storytime
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.

Music at the Blissful: Mr. Evan

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone
Music, Performance, STEM
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Performance, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Mr. Evan an award-winning national touring musician from Boston, MA for a fun-filled, interactive, movement-packed music experience for the whole family. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at (419) 289-8188.

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.

Outdoor Program

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

Agape Acres Community Stop

2:00pm–2:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Registration Required

Clear Creek | Community Stop

3:30pm–4:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Registration Required

Savannah | Community Stop

11:30am–12:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Registration Required

Hillsdale Schools | School Community Stop

1:30pm–2:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Registration Required

Playground Picassos

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
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. 

Cinnamon Lake | Community Stop

3:30pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Registration Required

Summer Storytime - AM

10:00am–10:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
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.

Jeromesville | Community Stop

1:30pm–2:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Registration Required

Summer Storytime - PM

5:30pm–6:00pm
Baby, Children
Storytime
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.

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone
Music, Performance, STEM
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Performance, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure! Through hands-on experiments and fun, celebrate the scientists who color our world with art!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at (419) 289-8188.

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.

Outdoor Program

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

Playground Picassos

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
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. 

Ashland Village Community Stop

3:30pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Registration Required

Books in the Park with Ashland County Parks

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Bookmobile
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. 

Fun Fridays with United Way of Ashland County

11:45am–1:15pm
Everyone
Other
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

We’re partnering with United Way of Ashland County again this year to bring you Fun Fridays. The Bookmobile will be with them at the Ashland Theatre with fun giveaways, materials to checkout, and Summer Reading supplies.

Disclaimer(s)

Outdoor Program

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

Summer Storytime - AM

10:00am–10:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
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.

Black River Elementary | School Community Stop

1:30pm–2:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Registration Required

Mapleton Schools | School Community Stop

3:00pm–3:30pm
Everyone
Bookmobile
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Registration Required

Summer Storytime - PM

5:30pm–6:00pm
Baby, Children
Storytime
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.

Tada Magician

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone
Music, Performance, STEM
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Performance, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

This fun show is filled with lots of crowd participation, comedy, illusions, mentalism, and more! Perfect for the entire family. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at (419) 289-8188.

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.

Outdoor Program

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