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Smoothies of the Rainbow
2025-06-26 16:30:00 2025-06-26 17:30:00 America/New_York Smoothies of the Rainbow Colorful, healthy foods are great for our bodies and minds. Learn how to make a vibrant variety of smoothies with Lisa Barlage from OSU Extension. Please note any food allergies when registering. Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room

Thursday, June 26
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-26 16:30:00 2025-06-26 17:30:00 America/New_York Smoothies of the Rainbow Colorful, healthy foods are great for our bodies and minds. Learn how to make a vibrant variety of smoothies with Lisa Barlage from OSU Extension. Please note any food allergies when registering. Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room

Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch

Frankfort Meeting Room

Colorful, healthy foods are great for our bodies and minds. Learn how to make a vibrant variety of smoothies with Lisa Barlage from OSU Extension. Please note any food allergies when registering.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Wellness | Family Fun | Cooking & Food |

TAGS: | health and wellness | family fun | cooking | All Ages |

Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch
contact@crcpl.org
Phone: 740-702-4145
Branch manager
Erin Lyons
Hours
Mon, Jun 02 1:00PM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 03 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jun 04 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Jun 05 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 06 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 07 Closed
Sun, Jun 08 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

Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Sat, Jun 07, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Outdoor Storytime in the Reading Garden
Sat, Jun 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A,Fifth Street Reading Garden
Bring the entire family for books and fun activities in the Reading Garden on Fifth Street.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Mon, Jun 09, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch - Northside Reading Garden
A half hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of the month, a bilingual storytime is offered in English and Spanish.
Art Camp: Glass Painting Edition
Mon, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
It's our annual summer reading Art Camp! Learn how to make beautiful glass paintings while watching movies and eating snacks.
Register
Meet A Penguin at Mt. Logan Branch!
Mon, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
The Newport Aquarium will bring one of their African penguins to the library! Patrons can learn about penguin adaptations that help them survive in the wild.
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Northside Branch
Mon, Jun 09, 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
Slime Time!
Mon, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Join us for a fun-filled slime-making adventure! Mix in your favorite colors, add glitter, beads, and more to create your own unique slime masterpiece!
Make Your Own Comics!
Mon, Jun 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to create your very own comic strip! Write a story, come up with characters, and share with others. All materials provided.
Teen Blacklight Paint Party
Mon, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Join us for a fun paint night under blacklights to create a glowing masterpiece. For extra fluorescent fun, wear white or neon colors and we'll provide glow accessories. Snacks and supplies provided.
Registration is now closed
Gemstone Suncatchers
Mon, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Join us for a fun craft and create your own colorful suncatcher using gemstones.
Meet A Penguin at South Salem Branch!
Mon, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
The Newport Aquarium will bring one of their African penguins to the library! Patrons can learn about penguin adaptations that help them survive in the wild.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Tue, Jun 10, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Adult Activities For All Abilities
Tue, Jun 10, 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!
Art Camp: Glass Painting Edition
Tue, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
It's our annual summer reading Art Camp! Learn how to make beautiful glass paintings while watching movies and eating snacks.
Register
Cork Keychains
Tue, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Join us for a fun, hands-on crafting session where you?ll make your own unique keychain using cork. All supplies provided.
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Main Library
Tue, Jun 10, 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
Colors of Unity: Macrame Rainbow Workshop
Tue, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Create a colorful macrame rainbow craft with pride!
Pride Hall of Fame Celebration
Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
The Pride Hall of Fame is a gallery celebrating the contributions of LGBTQ+ leaders, activists, and artists throughout history. Hosted in collaboration with First Capital Pride Coalition.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Wed, Jun 11, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Let's Walk Together
Wed, Jun 11, 9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library - Annex Room A,Main Green
Let's enjoy a walk together around our neighborhood this summer. Meet at the Main Library community garden. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Jun 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Area
Come listen to some great stories and songs. Storytime helps develop a young child's literacy skills and nurtures a love of reading.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Join us for a storytime and coloring.
Art Camp: Glass Painting Edition
Wed, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
It's our annual summer reading Art Camp! Learn how to make beautiful glass paintings while watching movies and eating snacks.
Register
Teen Stamp Carving
Wed, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Learn how to carve your own stamps and add personalization to any art project! All supplies provided.
The Bee Mobile Library at Carousel Court
Wed, Jun 11, 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, Jun 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Culp Trustee Room
CRCPL's monthly Board of Trustees Meeting
Dragon Training Camp
Wed, Jun 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Celebrate the upcoming release of the new "How to Train Your Dragon" movie with games, snacks, and activities!
Summer Music Series '25
Wed, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Northside Branch - Shelterhouse
Each summer, CRCPL hosts a summer music series on the Northside Library lawn featuring a variety of local talent. Bring a chair, a snack, and a friend to enjoy an hour of music.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Thu, Jun 12, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Art Camp: Glass Painting Edition
Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
It's our annual summer reading Art Camp! Learn how to make beautiful glass paintings while watching movies and eating snacks.
Register
Garden Time
Thu, Jun 12, 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.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Jun 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
We will read a couple of stories, sing along with some movement songs, and have coloring pages.
Horror Book Club
Thu, Jun 12, 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.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Fri, Jun 13, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Preschool Firefly Glow!
Fri, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Enjoy a firefly storytime that will be sure to have you glowing! We'll read Eric Carle's "The Very Lonely Firefly," make a craft, play a game, and more!
Art Camp: Glass Painting Edition
Fri, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
It's our annual summer reading Art Camp! Learn how to make beautiful glass paintings while watching movies and eating snacks.
Register
Paint Tracks
Fri, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Instead of a paintbrush to paint, we will use toy cars! We will run cars through the paint, then onto paper to create some colorful tracks.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Sat, Jun 14, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Adventure Bus to COSI!
Sat, Jun 14, 8:30am - 6:00pm
COSI
Step aboard the Adventure Bus for a trip to explore COSI and to view the Unofficial Galaxies Exhibit! Registration is required.
Mural Walk through Downtown Chillicothe
Sat, Jun 14, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Main Library
Join us for a guided tour of murals throughout the downtown. Get up close and learn about their histories. Meet up at the Main Library. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Taylor Swift Trivia Challenge
Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Test your Swiftie knowledge with a fun-filled trivia challenge all about Taylor!
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Mon, Jun 16, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch - Northside Reading Garden
A half hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of the month, a bilingual storytime is offered in English and Spanish.
Daggerheart Adventure
Mon, Jun 16, 1:30pm - 6:00pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
We'll be playing a quick start adventure of the TTRPG Daggerheart and enjoy some pizza!
Easy Hand-Sewn Doodle Bear
Mon, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Meeting Room B
Create an easy hand-sewn version of the beloved 90's Doodle Bear. We'll have everything you need to create your bear and markers for you to doodle when finished.
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Northside Branch
Mon, Jun 16, 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
Tin Can Wind Chime
Mon, Jun 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Come and decorate recycled cans to make a fun and whimsical wind chime.
Diamond Painting Donut Magnets
Mon, Jun 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Join us for some diamond painting fun. Make your own colorful donut magnet using gemstones.
Totally Terrific Totes
Mon, Jun 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Do you need a tote to haul all those library books? Join us for a fun night of decorating with paint and decoupage to create your totally terrific tote. All supplies provided.
Bigfoot Eyewitness Encounters from Ohio and Beyond
Mon, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us for an interesting and informative discussion about Bigfoot. You can decide if you're a believer!
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Tue, Jun 17, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Glow Party!
Tue, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Celebrate the summer with this blacklight bash! Enjoy games, music, snacks, and more. Wear your brightest outfit and get ready to glow wild!
Teen Game Night/ Hora de Juegos para Adolescentes
Tue, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Calling all teens to join us for game night! It's not just any game night: we will also be learning to play using Spanish!
Summer Music Series '25
Tue, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Northside Branch - Shelterhouse
Each summer, CRCPL hosts a summer music series on the Northside Library lawn featuring a variety of local talent. Bring a chair, a snack, and a friend to enjoy an hour of music.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Wed, Jun 18, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Let's Walk Together
Wed, Jun 18, 9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library - Annex Room A,Main Green
Let's enjoy a walk together around our neighborhood this summer. Meet at the Main Library community garden. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Area
Come listen to some great stories and songs. Storytime helps develop a young child's literacy skills and nurtures a love of reading.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Storytime is where we do some of our favorite things: read, sing, dance, and play! Learn pre-reading skills, and meet new friends.
Button Maker Bash!
Wed, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Design your own custom buttons! Drop by and use our button maker to turn artwork, photos, or favorite sayings into wearable flair.
Science Heroes Present: Brighter, Bolder, Better
Wed, Jun 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Join Science Heroes on their mission to turn science into an adventure! Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, they get kids excited about the science that's all around us.
Summer Music Series '25
Wed, Jun 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Northside Branch - Shelterhouse
Each summer, CRCPL hosts a summer music series on the Northside Library lawn featuring a variety of local talent. Bring a chair, a snack, and a friend to enjoy an hour of music.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Fri, Jun 20, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Cool Cat Storytime
Fri, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Have a groovy good time while we read about Pete the Cat, play games, make crafts, and more!
Process Art: Color Theory Edition
Fri, Jun 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Learn all about color theory through fun process art activities.
Melted Crayon Butterfies
Fri, Jun 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
Come and create butterflies using heated crayon shavings.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Sat, Jun 21, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Teen Virtual Reality Afternoon
Sat, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Virtual Reality consoles will be set up to play games with fellow teens! Join us for some laughs and snacks.
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