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Story Scribes

10:00am - 11:00am
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Writing Group
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Writing Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Participants are encouraged to express themselves creatively through various prompts and exercises. Whether it’s writing a short story or poem, drawing a picture, or making a collage, everyone has the opportunity to share. 

Movie Matinee

11:00am - 1:00pm
Movie
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

- Jun: Wonka (PG)
- Jul: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (PG)
- Aug: Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (PG)

Popcorn will be provided

Sensory Play

10:00am - 11:30am
Other
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
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.

The Studio | Lab Time

1:30pm - 2:30pm
STEM
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

June 10: Tinker Lab: Building (ages 3-12 recommended)
June 24: Microscopes & Slides: (ages 6-13 recommended) 
July 8: Coding Play: (ages 3-8 recommended)
July 22: Explore VR: (ages 10+) 

Cinnamon Lake | Community Stop

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

Play Yard Closed

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

Adventure Storytime

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

Ages 0-5 and their caregivers can join us for a half hour of stories and songs based on our summer theme: Adventure. 

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.

Adventure Storytime

10:45am - 11:15am
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 and their caregivers can join us for a half hour of stories and songs based on our summer theme: Adventure. 

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 & Movement with The Kroc Center

11:30am - 12:00pm
Music
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join us at the Kroc Center for different dances, beats from around the world, and movement activities each week. Best for kids 5 and under. 

To register call the Kroc Center at 419-281-8001

Jeromesville | Community Stop

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

Baby Pop-Up Play

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Other
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

"Baby & Me: Pop Up Play" is a lively event at the library for babies aged 0-18 months and their caregivers. It focuses on playtime adventures to boost brainpower and social skills through sensory activities, toys, music, and books.

The Craft Workshop

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

The Craft Workshop

Adults are invited to get creative and join us  for The Craft Workshop. We will have all of the materials needed for you to make and take home a unique piece.

Event Details:

- Jun: Herb/Flower Hanger
- Jul: Craft Buffet (Workshop Leftovers)
- Aug: Junk Journals

Mr. Evan Music

10:00am - 11:00am
Music, Performance
Registration Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Award Winning, National Touring Musician From Boston Ma, Music at the Blissful (Evan Haller) comes to the Ashland Public Library for a fun-filled, interactive, movement-packed music experience for the whole family.

APL Art Academy

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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!

Storytime on the Lawn

10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 can join us outdoors for a weekly storytime, weather permitting*. We will be in the green space beside the overflow parking lot on Quarry St. 

*If it is raining you can find Storytime inside in The Studio

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.

Outdoor Program

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

Chair Yoga

10:00am - 11:00am
Health & Wellness
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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.

Storytime on the Lawn

10:45am - 11:15am
Storytime
Registration Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Baby, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 can join us outdoors for a weekly storytime, weather permitting*. We will be in the green space beside the overflow parking lot on Quarry St. 

*If it is raining you can find Storytime inside in The Studio

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.

Outdoor Program

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

Ashland Village Community Stop

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

Art in the Park

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

The Bookmobile will be at Brookside Park along with a fun art project to do. 
- Jun: Squirt Gun Art
- Jul: Nature Lanterns
- Aug: Rock Snails

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 Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.

Creative Ink

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Page Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Get artsy, get crafty, get creative with this program for grades 6-12.
- Jun: Bookend Painting Part I
- Jul: Bookend Painting Part II
- Aug: Perler Bead Museum Art

Evening Storytime

5:30pm - 6:00pm
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.

Crafting Connections

10:00am - 11:00am
Arts & Crafts
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
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.