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Holiday Cookie Decorating
2025-12-01 17:30:00 2025-12-01 18:00:00 America/New_York Holiday Cookie Decorating Join us to decorate festive sugar cookies with your own creative designs, then stick around to visit with Santa when he arrives at 6 p.m.! Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room

Monday, December 01
5:30pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-01 17:30:00 2025-12-01 18:00:00 America/New_York Holiday Cookie Decorating Join us to decorate festive sugar cookies with your own creative designs, then stick around to visit with Santa when he arrives at 6 p.m.! Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room

Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch

Frankfort Meeting Room

Join us to decorate festive sugar cookies with your own creative designs, then stick around to visit with Santa when he arrives at 6 p.m.!

Please contact the library if you have allergy concerns.

AGE GROUP: | School Age | Preschool |

EVENT TYPE: | Family Fun | Cooking & Food |

TAGS: | school age | PreK | Christmas |

Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch
contact@crcpl.org
Phone: 740-702-4145
Branch manager
Erin Lyons
Hours
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Mon, Nov 03 1:00PM to 7:00PM
Tue, Nov 04 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Wed, Nov 05 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Nov 06 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Nov 07 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 08 Closed
Sun, Nov 09 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

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Día de los Muertos Community Ofrenda Art Show
Mon, Nov 03, All day
Northside Branch
Ever wondered what an ofrenda for Día de los Muertos might look like? Come to the library and take a look at our community ofrenda that we will have on display!
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Join us for half an hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of each month, we'll offer a bilingual storytime in both English and Spanish.
DIY Stickers!
Mon, Nov 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Bring your art to life -- transform your drawings and pictures into one-of-a-kind stickers!
Fall Bookmarks
Mon, Nov 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Make your own fall-themed bookmark using precut felt. All supplies provided.
Check 'Em Out! Book Club
Mon, Nov 03, 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. Anyone can join!
Macrame Monday!
Mon, Nov 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Get creative and unwind with a hands-on macramé project! This month we will make car diffuser.
Friends of Dorothy Book Club
Mon, Nov 03, 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.
Digital Navigator Open Hours at Main Library
Tue, Nov 04, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Nov 04, 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.
Teen Crochet: Frog Stuffie
Tue, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Schlegel Meeting Room
Learn how to crochet a beginner-friendly frog stuffie, or bring your own project and enjoy chatting about all things crochet with fellow makers! Suitable for all skill levels.
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Digital Navigator Open Hours at Paxton Branch
Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
Budding Bookworms Storytime 2
Wed, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Join us at the Kingston Branch for stories about kindness, songs, and a craft.
The Book Bunch Book Club
Wed, Nov 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Join us for our Adult Book Club. At each meeting, we'll discuss the previous month's book and enjoy hearing everyone's thoughts and opinions.
DINOvember
Wed, Nov 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B-1,Annex Room B-2
Celebrate all things dinosaurs with us! Enjoy dino-themed activities, including a fun craft for kids, a dino dig, and a chance to explore what it?s like to be a paleontologist!
Meet the Author: Kristy Boyce
Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Kristy Boyce, author of Dungeons & Drama, will join us to discuss her latest book, Dating & Dragons.
Discovery Garden
Thu, Nov 06, 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.
Digital Navigator Open Hours at Main Library
Thu, Nov 06, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
The Bee Mobile Library at Sherman Park
Thu, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Sherman Park Apartments in Chillicothe.
Fall Hedgehogs
Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Celebrate the season with a fun fall craft! Preschoolers can create their own colorful fall hedgehog and decorate it with sparkly foam stickers.
Storytime & Sticky Wall Fun
Thu, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Enjoy some exciting stories, then have fun decorating our giant sticky wall with colorful shapes!
Book Buddies Book Club
Thu, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
A book club for kids who 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.
Recipe Swap & DIY Community Cookbook
Thu, Nov 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Join us for a cozy recipe swap and make your own cookbook to take home. Bring your favorite recipes to share, browse your neighbors' favorites, and create your own spiral-bound community cookbook.
Digital Navigator Open Hours at Northside Branch
Fri, Nov 07, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
Preschool Groovy Dino Friday!
Fri, Nov 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B-1,Annex Room B-2
Get ready to boogie! We will have a story, fun activities, and a special guest!
Computer & Internet Basics
Fri, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Schlegel Meeting Room
Unlock the digital world with our Computer and Internet Basics class -- perfect for beginners ready to build confidence and essential tech skills!
Preschool Turkey
Fri, Nov 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to create cute turkeys using apples, gumdrops, raisins and marshmallows.
K-Pop Demon Hunters Party!
Fri, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Unleash your inner idol and help take on the forces of darkness! Come to the Main Library for a golden celebration of our favorite demon-hunting pop stars, complete with music, games, and activities!
Okandada Spirit Wind Drum Presentation
Sat, Nov 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Learn about the cultural and historical practice of drumming with members of the Okandada Spirit Wind Drum group. Members of the group will share a selection of drum and flute, and answer questions.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Join us for half an hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of each month, we'll offer a bilingual storytime in both English and Spanish.
Digital Navigator Open Hours at Main Library
Mon, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
Thank You Cards for Veterans
Mon, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Families are invited to show appreciation for our veterans by making handmade thank-you cards. Don?t know a veteran? Leave your card with us, and we?ll share it with our local VFW post.
Pumpkin Paint Party
Mon, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Get creative this fall! Paint and decorate your very own wooden pumpkin to take home. Use your imagination to design it any way you'd like. All supplies provided.
Pizza On A Budget
Mon, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Discover how easy (and affordable!) it is to make your own homemade pizza. We'll walk you through the steps, then compare the cost to store-bought so you can see the savings for yourself.
Intro to Chess
Mon, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
An introductory class that will teach the basics in a fun and non-competitive setting.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Nov 11, 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.
Digital Navigator Open Hours at Paxton Branch
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
Budding Bookworms Storytime 2
Wed, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Join us for a story time and coloring.
The Bee Mobile Library at Carousel Court
Wed, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Culp Trustee Room
CRCPL's monthly Board of Trustees Meeting
Fall Coasters
Wed, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Cider season is here! Get ready with festive, seasonal coasters -- perfect for cozy nights with a good book or for entertaining guests.
Spongebob Mania!
Wed, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B-1,Annex Room B-2
Are ya ready, kids? Join us under the sea for a SpongeBob SquarePants adventure! We?ll have ocean-inspired crafts and lots of fun activities celebrating your favorite Bikini Bottom friends.
Pajama Party Evening Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Wear your pajamas and wind down for the evening with us during this cozy storytime.
Discovery Garden
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Digital Navigator Open Hours at Main Library
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
The Bee Mobile Library at Westland Estates
Thu, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Westland Estates, 2441 Anderson Station Rd., Chillicothe.
Discover the Hopewell Mounds
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Explore Ohio?s only UNESCO World Heritage site without leaving the library! A Ranger from Hopewell Culture National Historical Park will share the important history of Hopewell Mounds.
Hiding Turkey Puppet Craft
Thu, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Make a silly turkey puppet that hides behind the grass using paper plates and construction paper. Perfect Thanksgiving fun!
Horror Book Club
Thu, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Dive into a different chilling title each month and discuss the spine-tingling themes, unforgettable characters, and dark worlds we love to explore.
Digital Navigator Open Hours at Northside Branch
Fri, Nov 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
Preschool Charlie Brown Thanksgiving
Fri, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Join us for a fun story and hands-on activities that make learning etiquette exciting! Explore different stations with games like placemat races, hand-washing practice, and more.
Paint a Book Brick
Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Turn an ordinary brick into a book lover's masterpiece!
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Join us for half an hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of each month, we'll offer a bilingual storytime in both English and Spanish.
Digital Navigator Open Hours at Main Library
Mon, Nov 17, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Frustrated with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help! From phones, tablets, and laptops to cybersecurity and more, we want to help you meet your digital goals.
Mastering Your Mobile
Mon, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Learn the basics of Android and iPhone devices, from texting and calling to apps, photos, and settings.
Zootopia 2 Party!
Mon, Nov 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Get ready to celebrate the upcoming release of Zootopia 2! Meet Amy from ODNR and her snake friends, then explore fun activities inspired by the unique districts of Zootopia.
Adult Paint Night
Mon, Nov 17, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Join us for a fun night as we paint along to a step by step video.
Registration opens Monday, November 3 2025 at 4:30pm
Black Out Poetry Buttons
Mon, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Create blackout poetry by covering words to reveal your own unique poem, then transform it into a wearable button! All supplies provided.
Paper Feathered Turkeys
Mon, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us and create an adorable, colorful turkey to hang on your door or wall.
Friends of the Library Meeting
Mon, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Monthly meeting of the Friends of the Library.
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