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Community Conversations Book Club

Community Conversations | Book Club

Friday, February 27, 2026 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 (XR Conference Room, 1st floor Archer Library) as we partner with the Ashland Center for Nonviolence:  

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

TAB (Teen Advisory Board) Meeting

Thursday, March 5, 2026 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?

Voices of the Land: Reading and Activities Inspired by Aldo Leopold

Voices of the Land: Readings and Activities Inspired by Aldo Leopold

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Nature

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us during Leopold Week, March 7–13, for a meaningful community reading event that invites us to reflect on our relationship with the natural world and explore our land ethic.

Voices of the Land: Reading and Activities Inspired by Aldo Leopold

Voices of the Land: Readings and Activities Inspired by Aldo Leopold

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Nature

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us during Leopold Week, March 7–13, for a meaningful community reading event that invites us to reflect on our relationship with the natural world and explore our land ethic.

Bullet Journaling

Bullet Journaling

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Writing Group

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Writing Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our engaging workshop where you’ll learn the art of bullet journaling to organize your thoughts, enhance productivity, and express your creativity in a personalized way.

Grave/Headstone Cleaning

Grave/Headstone Cleaning

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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 Mary Young as she teaches us respectful and effective preservation techniques for gravestones and historical markers.
 

Grave/Headstone Cleaning

Grave/Headstone Cleaning

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 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 Mary Young as she teaches us respectful and effective preservation techniques for gravestones and historical markers.
 

Community Conversations Book Club

Community Conversations | Book Club

Friday, March 27, 2026 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 (XR Conference Room, 1st floor Archer Library) as we partner with the Ashland Center for Nonviolence:  

Kids Pickle Crime Scene

Kids Pickle Crime Scene

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

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

Grades 3-5 can find out what happened to the pickles in this mock investigation. Learn some forensic science techniques to solve the crime!

Teen Pickle Crime Scene

Teen Pickle Crime Scene

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

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

Grades 6-12 can find out what happened to the pickles in this mock investigation. Learn some forensic science techniques to solve the crime!

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Age Group

Teen Cuisine

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 join us safe and welcoming environment to experiment with new recipes and develop your culinary skills.
- Mar: Fried Pickles
- Apr: Rice Krispy Treats

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a mess

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

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.

ASL Game Night

5:30pm–6:30pm
Everyone
Gaming
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Page Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an ASL Game Night where you can hone your sign language skills and enjoy fun games alongside Ashton Raber, an experienced instructor who has taught sign language classes at the library.

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.

Learn Korean!

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

This workshop offers a language learning experience guided by Roulin (Anne) with seven years of teaching experience across multiple languages.

Ashland Ohio Plant Enthusiasts

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults
Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we host the Ashland Ohio Plant Enthusiasts group at the library. 

America 250 Movie Series

12:30pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Movie
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate America 250 and join us for a movie and popcorn.
- Mar: An American Tail (PG)
- Apr: Meet Me in St. Louis (PG)
- May: Top Gun (PG)

Scott for Ohio

1:45pm–3:15pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Page Room

Toddler Craft Time

10:00am–11:30am
Baby/Toddler, Children
Arts & Crafts, STEM, Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Baby/Toddler, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, 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.

Art Expressions

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

This open-ended art program invites you to dive into the creative world by exploring an array of art mediums and styles.
- Mar: Watercolor
- Apr: Relief Print Making
- May: Frottage

Preschool Storytime

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

Aktion Club

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

Preschool Storytime

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

Grave/Headstone Cleaning

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Mary Young as she teaches us respectful and effective preservation techniques for gravestones and historical markers.
 

Evening Storytime

5:30pm–6:00pm
Baby/Toddler, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby/Toddler, 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.

Grave/Headstone Cleaning

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:

Join Mary Young as she teaches us respectful and effective preservation techniques for gravestones and historical markers.
 

Pen & Page

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

Connect with fellow writers, share your work, and receive constructive feedback in a supportive environment.

- Mar: Deep POV Method
- Apr: Show v. Tell Exercises

Toddler Storytime

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

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

Meeting

4:00pm–5:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Study Room

Super Science!

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

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. 

- Mar: Thaumatropes - Optical Illusions
- Apr: Electroscopes - Physics

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/Toddler, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby/Toddler, 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.