Branch Events Cairo Elida Candy Cane Fishing Stop by and try your luck during December for a tasty treat. Family Christmas Decoration Monday, December 1@4p We invite families to gather and build a gingerbread house styled table decoration. December Storytime Wednesday, December 3@11:30a Wednesday, December 17@11:30a Join us for stories, crafts, and some fun surprises. All ages are welcome! Wine Bottle Decoration Monday, December 8@4 We will be styling a wine bottle into a lighted Christmas decoration for your home or to give as a gift. “A Dicken’s Tale” Thursday, December 11 @5p We will be watching the acclaimed production of A Dickens Tale, based upon the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. North Pole Surprise Guest Saturday, December 13@11a Get ready for an unexpected visitor! There’s a chance that the Big Guy from the North Pole will be dropping by. Don’t forget to bring your cameras! Get Yeti to Read! January 3-February 28, 2026 Winter Reading is here, and it’s a blizzard of books for everyone! Swing by any of our locations to grab your reading slips and join the fun. Junk Journal Starter Kits Monday, January 5 Adults, discover the art of Junk Journaling! This take-home kit includes all the instructions and materials you need to embark on this delightful new hobby. BINGO! Monday, January 5@1p Monday, February 2@1p Have a free afternoon? Make your way to the library for a few rounds of bingo and some awesome prizes. January Storytime Wednesday, January 7@11:30a Wednesday, January 21@11:30a Join us for stories, crafts, and some fun surprises. All ages are welcome! Kids Take and Make January and February Free take and make craft kits for kids. While supplies last. Teen DIY December, January, and February Craft kits are available at the beginning of each month, while supplies last. Adult Craft Kits December Adults stop in to pick up your craft kit. While supplies last. Mystery Play Monday, December 1@11a Monday, January 5@11a Monday, February 2@11a Drop in on the first Monday of each month and enjoy free play. New toys each month. Parents must supervise their children. Story Time with Mrs. Claus Thursday, December 11@noon Little ones get a kick out of story time with Mrs. Claus! She’s got tales to tell, cookies to munch, and a little surprise gift in store. Parents make sure to have your phone to take a picture of your little one in front of our festive backdrop. Just make sure you sign up to join the fun! Get Yeti to Read! January 3-February 28, 2026 Winter Reading is here, and it’s a blizzard of books for everyone! Swing by any of our locations to grab your reading slips and join the fun. Junk Journal Starter Kits Monday, January 5 Adults, discover the art of Junk Journaling! This take-home kit includes all the instructions and materials you need to embark on this delightful new hobby. Puzzle Fun Thursday, January 8@noon Kids, tickle your brain with different kinds of puzzles and games! Registration is required. Writers Workshop Saturday, January 31 from 10:30am-12:30pm Local authors, James Colson and Tasha Sheipline will lead this informative handson workshop, designed to help aspiring writers. With experience writing across several different genres, they will share tips for creating engaging plotlines in the world of fiction. Attendees are encouraged to bring their laptop or writing supplies. Registration is required. Stacie’s Love for Nails Monday, February 9@4p Join Stacie to learn all about Red Aspen Nail Dashes and how to give yourself a fresh new manicure. Registration is required. Kids Valentine’s Party Thursday, February 12@noon Hey kids, get ready for a Valentine’s bash! You can jazz up your own Valentine’s bag, craft some cool Valentines, and savor a sweetheart sucker. Don’t forget to sign up. Elida Branch Craft Swap Thursday, February 26 from 3:30-5:30 Do you have craft supplies that you no longer use? Are you looking for inspiration for your next project? Consider donating a bag or box of your craft materials between February 16 and 21. Then, drop in on February 26 to browse and select new crafts to take home and experiment with! Embroidery Kits Monday, January 12 Pick up a “Take & Make” Embroidery kit to work on in the winter. Sourdough Starter Class Monday, January 12@4p Are you intrigued by sourdough but unsure how to begin? Shelby from Simply Sourdoughlicious will be on hand to help you learn the basics of sourdough bread and go home with a starter of your own! Please note registration is required. Adult Painting Monday, January 26@4:30p Monday, February 23@4:30p We will relax and enjoy some painting and conversation. February Storytime Wednesday, February 4@11:30a Wednesday, February 18@11:30a Join us for stories, crafts, and some fun surprises. All ages are welcome! Adult Diamond Dot Craft Monday, February 9 Pick up your Diamond Dot craft kit. Book Bedazzling Party! Thursday, February 12@4p Add a little sparkle to your favorite book! Bring your own book or use one of our donated books. For adults and teens, ages 14 and older. Kids & Teens Diamond Dot Craft Thursday, February 19 Pick up your Diamond Dot craft kit. Reading Between the Spines Book Club Join us for a fun book discussion! Broken Country by: Clare Leslie Hall Tuesday, Jan. 27@5p Christmas By the Book by: Anne Ryan Tuesday, Dec. 16@5p How to Read a Book by: Monica Wood Tuesday, Feb. 24@5p Reading Café Book Club Join us on the 2nd Wednesday of the month for a book discussion. Strange Sally Diamond by: Liz Nugent Wednesday, Jan. 14@3p Darling Girls by: Sally Hepworth Wednesday, Dec. 10@3p The Last Lifeboat by: Hazel Graynor Wednesday, Feb. 11@3p
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