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Drop in Gift Making Workshop

Drop in Gift Making Workshop for Kids

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Age Group:

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

In this program, children will have the opportunity to unleash their creativity and make meaningful gifts for their loved ones just in time for the holidays. Drop in any time 10am-2pm. Available while supplies last. 

Jane Austen Birthday Tea

Jane Austen Birthday Tea

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club, Other

Age Group:

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

You are cordially invited to a delightful tea party to celebrate the 250th birthday of the esteemed Jane Austen.

Penguin Party Storytime

Penguin Party Storytime AM

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
The Studio at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Baby/Toddler, Children
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby/Toddler, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a delightful Penguin Party Storytime, where little ones ages 0-5 and their caregivers are welcome to waddle in for fun tales and a creative craft.

Penguin Party Storytime

Penguin Party Storytime PM

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Baby/Toddler, Children
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby/Toddler, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a delightful Penguin Party Storytime, where little ones ages 0-5 and their caregivers are welcome to waddle in for fun tales and a creative craft.

Escape From Oz

Escape From Oz - Escape Room

Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Gaming, Movie, Other

Age Group:

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

In the mystical land of Oz, you must solve puzzles and decipher clues to discover the way back home before the witch returns to her tower. Grades 6-12. 

Kids Gingerbread House STEM Challenge

Kids Gingerbread House STEM Challenge

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
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:

Grades K-5 can apply engineering and math skills by designing and constructing gingerbread houses. This hands-on activity fosters creativity and critical thinking in a festive, engaging environment.

Kids Gingerbread House STEM Challenge

Kids Gingerbread House STEM Challenge

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
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:

Grades K-5 can apply engineering and math skills by designing and constructing gingerbread houses. This hands-on activity fosters creativity and critical thinking in a festive, engaging environment.

Teen Gingerbread House STEM Challenge

Teen Gingerbread House STEM Challenge

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

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

Grades 6-12 can apply engineering and math skills by designing and constructing gingerbread houses.

Unsolved Case Files

Unsolved Case Files

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Studio at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Gaming, Other

Age Group:

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

Students in grades 6-12 have the exciting opportunity to dive into the world of detective work. Put your problem-solving skills to the test and uncover the mystery in this fun game!

Boba & Ghibli

Boba & Ghibli: Kiki's Delivery Service

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Movie

Age Group:

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

Families can join us for an afternoon of sipping on delicious boba tea, eating popcorn, and watching a beloved Studio Ghibli film: Kiki's Delivery Service. 

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Library Closed

4:30pm–7:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Ashland Public Library

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.

Evening Playtime

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

Spark imagination and growth in young children ages 0-5, during evening hours. The sessions benefit both littles and caregivers, offering a chance to connect, share tips, and enjoy a sense of community.

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.

Tiny Tots Playtime

10:00am–11:00am
Baby/Toddler, Children
Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby/Toddler, Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Engage in playtime with your little one ages 2-5 to spark their imagination. The sessions benefit both littles and caregivers, offering a chance to connect, share tips, and enjoy a sense of community.

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. 

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.

Sensory Play

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

Jane Austen Birthday Tea

4:30pm–6:30pm
Everyone
Book Club, Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Book Club, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

You are cordially invited to a delightful tea party to celebrate the 250th birthday of the esteemed Jane Austen.

Evening Playtime

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

Spark imagination and growth in young children ages 0-5, during evening hours. The sessions benefit both littles and caregivers, offering a chance to connect, share tips, and enjoy a sense of community.

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. 
- Dec: Healthy Holiday

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.

Tiny Tots Playtime

10:00am–11:00am
Baby/Toddler, Children
Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Baby/Toddler, Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Engage in playtime with your little one ages 2-5 to spark their imagination. The sessions benefit both littles and caregivers, offering a chance to connect, share tips, and enjoy a sense of community.

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.

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.

Ashland Ohio Plant Enthusiasts

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

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.
- Dec: Holiday Pudding Parfait
- Jan: Spaghetti
- Feb: Fluff

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.

Escape From Oz - Escape Room

1:30pm–2:30pm
Teens
Gaming, Movie, Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Movie, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

In the mystical land of Oz, you must solve puzzles and decipher clues to discover the way back home before the witch returns to her tower. Grades 6-12. 

Unsolved Case Files

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Gaming, Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: The Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Students in grades 6-12 have the exciting opportunity to dive into the world of detective work. Put your problem-solving skills to the test and uncover the mystery in this fun game!

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Ashland Public Library

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Ashland Public Library

Kids Cupcake Wars

9:30am–10:30am
Children
Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn some basic techniques of cupcake decorating, then use your newfound knowledge to create your very own unique creation. We will vote on our favorites. Grades K-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a mess

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

Library Closes Early at 12pm

12:00pm–7:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Ashland Public Library

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Ashland Public Library

Little Sprouts STEM Play

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

Drop in, 10am-11:30am to explore the world of STEM through play. Best for kids 5 and under.

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.

TAB (Teen Advisory Board) Meeting

4:30pm–5:00pm
Teens
Workshop, Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
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?

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.