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Pirates vs Cowboys with the Caravan
2025-06-02 17:30:00 2025-06-02 18:30:00 America/New_York Pirates vs Cowboys with the Caravan Join us as the Caravan shares the book Pirates vs. Cowboys, plus interactive games, a bandana coloring station, and a home-made root beer tasting! Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room

Monday, June 02
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-02 17:30:00 2025-06-02 18:30:00 America/New_York Pirates vs Cowboys with the Caravan Join us as the Caravan shares the book Pirates vs. Cowboys, plus interactive games, a bandana coloring station, and a home-made root beer tasting! Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room

Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch

Frankfort Meeting Room

Join us as the Caravan shares the book Pirates vs. Cowboys, plus interactive games, a bandana coloring station, and a home-made root beer tasting!

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Family Fun | Entertainment | Educational | Craft | Cooking & Food | Bookworm |

TAGS: | all ages |

Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch
contact@crcpl.org
Phone: 740-702-4145
Branch manager
Erin Lyons
Hours
Mon, May 05 1:00PM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 06 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Wed, May 07 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, May 08 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 09 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 10 Closed
Sun, May 11 Closed
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About the branch

The Howard S. Young Branch, located in the heart of the Village of Frankfort, offers something for everyone, with a robust collection, patron computers, public meeting room, free WiFi, and programs for all ages.

Upcoming Events

Butterfly Watch!
Mon, May 05, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Northside Branch
Mon, May 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room
Need a comforting companion to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs to brighten your day!
Register
The Library Awakens: Star Wars
Mon, May 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Celebrating all things Star Wars. Crafts, games, activities, and more!
Upcycled Planters
Mon, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Join us to create an upcycled planter using tin cans. Utilizing existing materials is a great way to conserve resources while allowing you to design your own unique planter. All materials provided.
Registration is now closed
Ladybug Magnets
Mon, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Join us to make cute ladybug magnets from scrap fabric. All supplies provided.
Check 'Em Out! Book Club
Mon, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
This is a book club for anybody interested in reading books and meeting new people.
Butterfly Windchimes
Mon, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Join us for some fun and create your own colorful butterfly windchime. All supplies provided.
Friends of Dorothy Book Club
Mon, May 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Join us the first Monday of the month to discuss a variety of LGBTQ+ literature, everything from fantasy to memoirs.
Butterfly Watch!
Tue, May 06, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Clothing Bank
The Children's Clothing Bank, located in the Main Library Annex and operated by the First Presbyterian Church of Chillicothe, provides clothes for children ranging in size from infant to teens.
Sing and Stomp Music for Toddlers
Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Annex Room B
Come join Ms. Ashley from the Pioneer Center for Sing and Stomp Music Time and stimulate your child through music and movement!
Adult Paint Night
Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
Join us for a fun night as we paint along to a step-by-step video.
This event is full
Red Cross Ready! Disaster Preparedness Training
Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Learn how to prepare for and respond appropriately to disasters that are relevant to our community.
Butterfly Watch!
Wed, May 07, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Tai Chi
Wed, May 07, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Annex Room B
Join us at the Main Library Annex and try this gentle form of exercise.
Storytime
Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Come and play, read stories about the moon and space, and make and launch a paper rocket.
Book Bunch Book Club
Wed, May 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Join us and discuss this month's book club pick!
Cardboard Painted Owls
Wed, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Get crafty and create a colorful owl using cardboard and paint! We'll provide all the supplies?just bring your imagination. No experience needed. Relax, connect, and take home your own handmade owl!
Grad Cap Decorating & Button Making
Wed, May 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Graduating seniors & parents of seniors! Bring and decorate your graduation cap or make a senior button. We'll have paint, glue, embellishments, ribbon, and our button maker!
Butterfly Watch!
Thu, May 08, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Discovery Garden
Thu, May 08, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Imaginative play, stories, games, art & music. This program is a partnership between the library and Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio.
Mother's Day Flowers
Thu, May 08, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us in creating a book of flowers to display for Mother's Day.
This event is full
Garden Time
Thu, May 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Main Green
In this series of hands-on event, we will plant and care for our library garden. Wild Ones South Central Ohio will be joining us to talk about including native plant species in your garden.
Chillicothe High School Jazz Band Performance
Thu, May 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Northside Branch - Shelterhouse
We are happy to welcome the Chillicothe High School Jazz Band to the Northside Branch Shelterhouse. Bring your favorite lawn chair and enjoy the show!
Horror Book Club
Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Dive into a different chilling title each month and discuss the spine-tingling themes, unforgettable characters, and dark worlds we love to explore.
Rescheduled
Chillicothe High School Jazz Band Performance
Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Thursday, May 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Northside Branch
We are happy to welcome the Chillicothe High School Jazz Band to the Northside Branch Shelterhouse. Bring your favorite lawn chair and enjoy the show!
CRCPL Computer College
Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Meeting Room B
Participate in a 6-week Computer College to develop and strengthen digital skills. Complete all 6 classes and earn a Chromebook and WiFi Internet. Application required. REGISTRATION CLOSED.
Butterfly Watch!
Fri, May 09, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Butterfly Watch!
Sat, May 10, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Butterfly Watch!
Sun, May 11, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Butterfly Watch!
Mon, May 12, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Northside Branch
Mon, May 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room
Need a comforting companion to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs to brighten your day!
Register
Reimagined Book Covers
Mon, May 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
Come show off your creativity by designing new covers for existing books.
Colorful CD Paintings
Mon, May 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to paint a masterpiece using your creativity on old compact discs.
Salt Shaker Button Bouquet
Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Create a colorful bouquet using buttons, then use a salt shaker as the vase!
Book Chat
Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Join us to chat about our favorite topic - BOOKS! We will meet monthly to share what we've been reading, what's popular, and trade ideas for your next read.
Friends of the Library Meeting
Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Monthly meeting of the Friends of the Library.
Butterfly Watch!
Tue, May 13, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Clothing Bank
The Children's Clothing Bank, located in the Main Library Annex and operated by the First Presbyterian Church of Chillicothe, provides clothes for children ranging in size from infant to teens.
Adult Activities For All Abilities
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Annex Room A
This is an adapted program for adults with disabilities and their accompanying care partners. Enjoy crafts, play games, create art, do literacy activities, and more!
Sing and Stomp Music for Toddlers
Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Annex Room B
Come join Ms. Ashley from the Pioneer Center for Sing and Stomp Music Time and stimulate your child through music and movement!
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Main Library
Tue, May 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Area
Need a comforting companion to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs to brighten your day!
Register
Butterfly Watch!
Wed, May 14, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Tai Chi
Wed, May 14, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Annex Room B
Join us at the Main Library Annex and try this gentle form of exercise.
Storytime
Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Join us for a storytime and coloring.
The Bee Mobile Library at Carousel Court
Wed, May 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Carousel Court 20544 US Route 23 N Chillicothe OH.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Culp Trustee Room
CRCPL's monthly Board of Trustees Meeting
Butterflies & Bees: Winged Wonders in Your Backyard
Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room,Northside Reading Garden
A member of the Wild Ones South Central Ohio Chapter will be discussing native plants and about how your lawn can become a wildlife sanctuary.
Butterfly Watch!
Thu, May 15, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Discovery Garden
Thu, May 15, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Imaginative play, stories, games, art & music. This program is a partnership between the library and Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio.
Cardboard Robots
Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Get creative and turn odds and ends into a colorful, fun new friend! All supplies included.
Garden Smarter, Not Harder!
Thu, May 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Learn about simple, no-fuss gardening methods like no-dig, winter sowing, seed snails, seed saving, and more!
Sustainable Laundry Solutions Workshop
Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Learn how to save money, reduce waste, and clean sustainably! Make your own reusable dryer sheets in this hands-on workshop.
CRCPL Computer College
Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Meeting Room B
Participate in a 6-week Computer College to develop and strengthen digital skills. Complete all 6 classes and earn a Chromebook and WiFi Internet. Application required. REGISTRATION CLOSED.
Butterfly Watch!
Fri, May 16, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Butterfly Watch!
Sat, May 17, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Butterfly Watch!
Sun, May 18, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Butterfly Watch!
Mon, May 19, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Northside Branch
Mon, May 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room
Need a comforting companion to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs to brighten your day!
Register
Rainbow Keychains
Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Join us to create a colorful rainbow keychain! Using bright threads, you'll craft a fun and vibrant accessory that's easy and enjoyable for all skill levels.
Keva Plank Free Build
Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Drop by this week and get building! We?ll have Keva planks set out for kids to create, stack, and design at their own pace. Let your imagination run wild!
Puppy Paw-ty!
Mon, May 19, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Shelterhouse
Bring your bestest furry friend for a fun afternoon happy hour! All dogs must remain on a leash at all times. No aggressive dogs, please.
Rescheduled
Quirky Bird Paintings
Mon, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
New date Monday, July 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch
Come and learn to paint simple colorful blob shapes and turn them into adorable quirky birds.
School's Out Party!
Mon, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Summer break is almost here! Come to the library to celebrate with games, crafts, food, and more. Get a sneak peek at our upcoming summer Bookworm events.
Diamond Painting Window Clings
Mon, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Join us for a relaxing evening of diamond painting to add color to your world with a beautiful window cling. These window clings are a little more intricate, but still great for beginners.
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