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Outdoor Storytime in the Reading Garden
2025-06-07 11:00:00 2025-06-07 12:00:00 America/New_York Outdoor Storytime in the Reading Garden Bring the entire family for books and fun activities in the Reading Garden on Fifth Street. Main Library - Fifth Street Reading Garden, Annex Room A

Saturday, June 07
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-07 11:00:00 2025-06-07 12:00:00 America/New_York Outdoor Storytime in the Reading Garden Bring the entire family for books and fun activities in the Reading Garden on Fifth Street. Main Library - Fifth Street Reading Garden, Annex Room A

Main Library

Fifth Street Reading Garden, Annex Room A

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities in the Reading Garden on Fifth Street.

Meet us at the Reading Garden for storytime and a fun activity. If the weather isn't great, we will still meet in the Annex!

AGE GROUP: | School Age | Preschool |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

TAGS: | school age |

Main Library
contact@crcpl.org
Phone: 740-702-4145
Branch manager
Erin Lyons
Hours
Mon, May 05 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 06 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 07 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 08 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 11 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

You can do it all at the Main Library. The Main Library features a robust collection on three floors, several meeting rooms for public reservation, library and community-sponsored programs for all ages, a computer and reference lab, children's room, genealogy and local history room, our Book-a-Bike program and more!

Upcoming Events

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
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.
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.
Garden Time
Mon, May 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.
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.
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!
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
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Butterfly Watch!
Tue, May 20, 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 20, 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.
Keva Plank Free Build
Tue, May 20, 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!
Sketch at the Library
Tue, May 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Practice your drawing skills in this beginner-friendly workshop.
The Buzz About Bees
Tue, May 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room,Shelterhouse
Learn about our buzzy bee-loved friends for World Bee Day! Local beekeepers Williams Honey Bees, the Bee Mobile Library, and the Bert the library mascot will be in attendance.
Butterfly Watch!
Wed, May 21, 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 21, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Annex Room A
Join us at the Main Library Annex and try this gentle form of exercise.
Keva Plank Free Build
Wed, May 21, 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!
Butterfly Watch!
Thu, May 22, 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 22, 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.
Watercolor Resist Crayon Art
Thu, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
Let's get creative! Draw on watercolor paper with crayons, then watch what happens when you then paint over with watercolors!
Book Buddies Book Club
Thu, May 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
A Book Club for kids that are just beginning and/or reading beginner chapter books. Each month there is a book that has been specially selected and is available at the Northside Branch
CRCPL Computer College
Thu, May 22, 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 23, 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.
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