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Play Yard Closed

9:00am - 12:00pm
Baby, Children
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Play Yard
Age Group: Baby, Children

Toddler Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

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
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

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.

Adaptive Storytime

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Children with increased support needs can enjoy the magic of stories in an inclusive and supportive environment.

Who can attend this Storytime?

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
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

APL Art Academy

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14

APL Art Academy

Let creativity shine by participating in our APL Art Academy, from color wheels to painting we will be creating fun art projects that you can take home and display. We will be doing activities geared towards Elementary aged kids (grades K - 4). 

Event Details:

Drop in any time between 4-5pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a mess

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

Sit, Stay, Read

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children
Other
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Kids Area - Main Level
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Play Yard Closed

9:00am - 11:00am
Baby, Children
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Play Yard
Age Group: Baby, Children

Baby Laptime

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

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.

Chair Yoga

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Health & Wellness
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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.

Teen Cuisine

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Other
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 join us safe and welcoming environment to experiment with new recipes and develop your culinary skills.
- Dec: Will it Waffle? (Holiday Edition)
- Jan: Turkey & Bacon Mini Wafflewiches
- Feb: Edible Cookie Dough

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.

Healthy Living

10:00am - 11:00am
Everyone
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Writing Group
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Page Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Writing Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

This program covers a wide range of topics related to healthy living, including information from outside presenters. 
- Dec: Make & Eat Gingerbread Cookies
- Jan: Music Therapy with University Hospital

Traveling Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Book Club
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25

Traveling Book Club

Is there anything better than a cup of coffee and a good book? A new location and a new books to discuss every month.  The library will have a supply of each month's book available for check out at the Public Services Desk. Copies will also be available at Bookmobile Community Stops.

Event Details:

- Dec: Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah (meetup afterwards at The Mill)
- Jan: Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore (meetup afterwards at Downtown Perk)

Ashland Ohio Plant Enthusiasts

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Other
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

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

Puzzle Swap

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Everyone
Gaming, Other
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gaming, Other
Event Details:

Bring your unwanted puzzles to the library. Puzzles for all ages are welcome. Puzzles must have all the pieces or be clearly marked on the outside of the box to say there are pieces missing.

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Ashland Public Library

Play Yard Closed

9:00am - 12:00pm
Baby, Children
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Play Yard
Age Group: Baby, Children

Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Preschool Storytime

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
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Preschool Storytime

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.

Jeromesville | Community Stop

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

Evening Storytime

5:30pm - 6:00pm
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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.

Better Read Book Discussion

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults
Book Club
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Page Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19

Better Read Book Discussion

Did you love it, hate it, or was it just meh? This is your chance to share your thoughts. The library will have a supply of each month's book available at the Public Services Desk.

Event Details:

- Dec: What You Are Looking For is in the Library, by Michiko Aoyama
- Jan: Great Expectations, by Charles Dickens
- Feb: Our Wives Under the Sea, by Julia Armfield

Play Yard Closed

9:00am - 12:00pm
Baby, Children
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Play Yard
Age Group: Baby, Children

Toddler Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Baby, Children
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

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.