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Sign Language Class

Sign Language Class

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

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

Unlock the power of communication in a new way with a sign language course taught by Ashton Raiber, Sign Language Interpreter. Be sure to attend all events in the series to enhance your skills!

Greg Gorrell Local Author Vietnam Veteran

Local Author Visit - Gregg Gorrell

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ashland Native, Greg Gorrell, past community leader and Vietnam War infantry combat veteran chronicles his personal journey during the war - and “the war” in this country when he came

Sign Language Class

Sign Language Class

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Page Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Register Now
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Page Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unlock the power of communication in a new way with a sign language course taught by Ashton Raiber, Sign Language Interpreter. Be sure to attend all events in the series to enhance your skills!

Greg Gorrell Local Author Vietnam Veteran

Local Author Visit - Gregg Gorrell

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults
Register Now
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ashland Native, Greg Gorrell, past community leader and Vietnam War infantry combat veteran chronicles his personal journey during the war - and “the war” in this country when he came

Sit, Stay, Read with Princess

Sit, Stay, Read

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids Area - Main Level at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Children
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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.

Sign Language Class

Sign Language Class

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Stockwell Room at Ashland Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Register Now
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unlock the power of communication in a new way with a sign language course taught by Ashton Raiber, Sign Language Interpreter. Be sure to attend all events in the series to enhance your skills!

Mural Painting - Kids & Teens

Mural Painting

Wednesday, June 4, 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!

Fun Fridays United Way of Ashland County

Fun Fridays with United Way of Ashland County

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 11:45am - 1:15pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Everyone
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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 there with fun giveaways, materials to checkout, and Summer Reading supplies. We hope to see you there!

Touch-A-Truck

Touch-A-Truck

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Everyone
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Fun for the whole family! Kids of all ages are invited to climb on, sit behind the wheel of, and explore a variety of fantastic vehicles, many from local businesses and organizations.

Art Exploratorium

Art Exploratorium

Sunday, June 8, 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 

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Baby Laptime

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

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

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.

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

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.

Open Art Lab

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

Unleash your creativity and explore new artistic techniques at our Open Art Lab designed for students in grades 6-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Dress for a mess

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

Catch an Art Thief: Sarah Harper

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Other
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ashland Public Library
Room: Stockwell Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Work as a team to recover important works of art from Ohio Artists. Learn about art history while solving this mystery through puzzles with educator and author Sarah Harper.

Art Exploratorium

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Everyone
Arts & Crafts
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 

Toddler Craft Time

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

The Studio: Stop Motion - Kids

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Children
STEM, Workshop
Registration Open
Registration Required
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 stop-motion video later to premiere at The Ashland Theatre.

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

The Studio: Stop Motion - Kids

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Children
STEM, Workshop
Registration Open
Registration Required
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 stop-motion video later to premiere at The Ashland Theatre.

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

MTG

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

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.

Better Read Book Discussion

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

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.

- Jun: On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong
- Jul: The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer 
- Aug: The Complete Maus by Art Spigleman

The Alans: Magic & Mentalism

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:

Jason and Stacy Alan offer over 20 years of experience in magic and mentalism. Their captivating performances blend modern illusion with a personal touch, ensuring every event is an unforgettable experience.

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

The Studio: Stop Motion - Kids

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Children
STEM, Workshop
Registration Open
Registration Required
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 stop-motion video later to premiere at The Ashland Theatre.

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

Pokémon Club

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

Pokemon Club

Gotta catch 'em all! Stop by the library to join us as we do activities based around popular Pokemon characters and content. There will be some craft based activities mixed with discussion of favorite characters. Feel free to bring along your Pokemon cards and join us for this club geared towards Elementary aged kids (Grades K - 4). 

Trading of Pokemon Cards at this event is done at your own risk.

Drop in any time between 4-5pm. 

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.