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African Drumming Workshop
2025-10-18 15:00:00 2025-10-18 16:00:00 America/New_York African Drumming Workshop Drumming is fun, therapeutic, and promotes unity in a group setting. Let's get connected while playing with others in this class.  Main Library - Annex Room A

Saturday, October 18
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-18 15:00:00 2025-10-18 16:00:00 America/New_York African Drumming Workshop Drumming is fun, therapeutic, and promotes unity in a group setting. Let's get connected while playing with others in this class.  Main Library - Annex Room A

Main Library

Annex Room A

Drumming is fun, therapeutic, and promotes unity in a group setting. Let's get connected while playing with others in this class. 

In West Africa, rhythm is a part of everyday life. Dr. Tanya Price will teach us some traditional and contemporary rhythms of the nations of Guinea, Mali, and Senegal regions of West Africa. 

All ages are welcome. Drums are provided, although if you have an African Djembe drum, please bring it.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | School Age | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Entertainment | ELL Friendly | Educational |

TAGS: | ELL Friendly | All Ages |

Main Library
contact@crcpl.org
Phone: 740-702-4145
Branch manager
Erin Lyons
Hours
Mon, Sep 29 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 01 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 02 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 03 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 04 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 05 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

Digital Navigator Drop-In Hours
Tue, Sep 30, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, the Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Sep 30, 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 Drop-In Hours
Tue, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kingston Branch - In the Library
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Bad Art Night
Tue, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B-1
If you're not an artist but love making art anyway, join us. It's an art night that's so bad, it's good!
Tai Chi
Wed, Oct 01, 9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library - Annex Room B
Improve your physical and mental health at the Main Library Annex with this gentle form of exercise.
Digital Navigator Drop-In Hours
Wed, Oct 01, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Area
Plant the seeds for a life-long love of learning with stories, songs, and socializing. A great way to nurture early literacy and make new friends, all while having fun.
Rescheduled
Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
New date Wednesday, October 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Kingston Branch
Join us as we read stories, sing songs, and play together. We will paint an apple tree using cotton balls.
The Book Bunch Book Club
Wed, Oct 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Come 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 on the book.
Digital Navigator Drop-In Hours
Wed, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Paper Plate Spiders
Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Preschoolers are invited to the library to make their own adorable (and slightly spooky) paper plate spiders. A fun, hands-on craft perfect for little hands!
Teentober: Ghost Needle Felting
Wed, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Hey Teens! Get in the spooky spirit with this fun needle felt ghost. All materials and step-by-step instructions are provided. Add your own touch and take home a spooky creation.
Digital Navigator Drop-In Hours
Thu, Oct 02, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, the Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Discovery Garden
Thu, Oct 02, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite - Annex Room A
Imaginative play, stories, games, art & music. This program is a partnership between the library and Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio.
SCOJFS Family Resource Fair
Thu, Oct 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Each month, county resource providers will be in attendance to provide a wide arrangement of local services. This is a community-sponsored event.
The Bee Mobile Library at Sherman Park
Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Sherman Park Apartments in Chillicothe.
Cross Stitch 101
Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B-2
Have you ever wanted to learn how to cross-stitch? We can teach you at this monthly, beginner-friendly program.
From Store to Door: Using Apps for Shopping & Transit
Thu, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Learn how to order groceries online, check local bus routes, and make everyday errands easier with apps.
Cemetery Tour
Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Offsite
Tour the cemetery grounds and learn about the history of those who have shaped Ross County on a guided walking tour.
Digital Navigator Drop-In Hours
Fri, Oct 03, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, the Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Once Upon a Storytime
Fri, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Join us for this enchanting, fairytale-themed storytime! We will read books, sing songs, and play games. Fairytale costumes encouraged but not required.
Digital Navigator Drop-In Hours
Fri, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Make It: Beaded Spiders
Sat, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Create a beautiful spider decoration with just beads and wire.
Rescheduled
African Drumming Workshop
Sat, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, October 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Drumming is fun, therapeutic, and promotes unity in a group setting. Let's get connected while playing with others in this class. 
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Oct 06, 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 the month, we'll offer a bilingual storytime offered in English and Spanish.
Cancelled
Hang Out with the Listening Dog at Northside Branch
Mon, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch
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!
Halloween Costume Closet
Mon, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
You may drop off costumes prior to the event at Main Library or Northside Branch before October 3.
Turkey Windsock Craft
Mon, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Come create a cute turkey windsock using a tin can and ribbons, perfect for the season!
Adult Paint Night
Mon, Oct 06, 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.
This event is full
Check 'Em Out! Book Club
Mon, Oct 06, 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!
Friends of Dorothy Book Club
Mon, Oct 06, 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 Drop-In Hours
Tue, Oct 07, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, the Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Oct 07, 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 Drop-In Hours
Tue, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kingston Branch - In the Library
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Teen Game Night
Tue, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Drop in for fun. Whether you're into board games, puzzles, or VR Headsets, we've got you. Feel free to bring your favorite game to share.
Pajama Party Evening Storytime
Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Wear your pajamas and wind down for the evening with us during this cozy storytime.
Digital Navigator Drop-In Hours
Wed, Oct 08, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Tai Chi
Wed, Oct 08, 9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library - Annex Room B
Improve your physical and mental health at the Main Library Annex with this gentle form of exercise.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Area
Plant the seeds for a life-long love of learning with stories, songs, and socializing. A great way to nurture early literacy and make new friends, all while having fun.
Storytime
Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Join us for a storytime and coloring.
Storytime
Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Join us as we read stories, sing songs, and play together. We will paint an apple tree using cotton balls.
From Store to Door: Using Apps for Shopping & Transit
Wed, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Meeting Room B
Learn how to order groceries online, check local bus routes, and make everyday errands easier with apps.
The Bee Mobile Library at Carousel Court
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Teen Service Council
Wed, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room
Looking to earn community service hours or gain volunteer experience for a job? Join us!
Five Nights at Freddy's Party!
Wed, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Are you a FNAF fan? Join us for an afternoon full of activities related to FNAF.
Digital Navigator Drop-In Hours
Thu, Oct 09, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, the Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Discovery Garden
Thu, Oct 09, 9:00am - 12:00pm
New venue Roger Kline's Pumpkin Farm
Imaginative play, stories, games, art & music. This program is a partnership between the library and Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio.
The Bee Mobile Library at Westland Estates
Thu, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Westland Estates, 2441 Anderson Station Rd., Chillicothe.
Let's Make A Fall Bucket List
Thu, Oct 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Do you need some help deciding on what to do with your family in the fall? Join us as we create a fall bucket list that will ease that task!
Teentober: Wicked Theme Paint Night
Thu, Oct 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
We are hosting a Wicked-themed paint night that is sure to offer unlimited fun. Teens, come get creative to celebrate the upcoming premiere of the sequel.
Horror Book Club
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Love horror? So do we. Join us for chilling reads and thrilling discussions...if you dare.
Ohio's Historic Haunts with James Willis
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Step into the shadows of Ohio history with author and paranormal investigator James A. Willis as he shares eerie tales from his book Ohio's Historic Haunts.
Digital Navigator at the Resource Center
Fri, Oct 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Resource Center
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, Internet, and tech skills? Chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Spookley the Square Pumpkin Storytime
Fri, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Have you ever heard of a square pumpkin? Our friend Spookley is just that -- square. Hear his story, make a craft, enjoy activities, and have a pumpkin snack.
Digital Navigator Drop-In Hours
Fri, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Preschool Spider Rings
Fri, Oct 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
We will be creating cute spider rings out of pipe cleaners and pom poms.
The Final Chapter: A Teen Escape Room
Fri, Oct 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
A zombie outbreak has started in the library...and they're getting closer. Solve spooky puzzles, dodge undead librarians, and escape before they check you out -- for good.
Coffee Caturday with Cats and Company
Sat, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room,Reference Area
Cat and coffee lovers, rejoice! Stop by the library for a cat-themed event. Learn about Cats and Company, their local cat rescue efforts, and how to support them. Coffee and crafts provided!
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Mon, Oct 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
CRCPL's monthly Board of Trustees Meeting
Digital Navigator Drop-In Hours
Tue, Oct 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Overwhelmed by technology? Need help navigating devices, the Internet, and tech skills? Drop in and chat with our Digital Navigator to see how we can help!
Adult Activities For All Abilities
Tue, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Annex Room A
You're invited to a monthly adapted program for adults with disabilities and their accompanying care partners. Enjoy crafts, play games, create art, explore literacy activities, and more.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Oct 14, 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.
Northside Branch Homeschool Hangout
Tue, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Calling all homeschoolers! We would love to have you hangout with us. We will do various hands on activities each month.
Hang Out with the Listening Dog at the Main Library
Tue, Oct 14, 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!
Registration opens Tuesday, October 7 2025 at 3:00pm
Teen Romantasy Craft Party
Tue, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Join us at the Northside Branch for a fun night of crafts, snacks, and discussing your favorite romantic fantasy books!
Creepy Critters: Animals We Love to Hate
Tue, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Learn all about creepy-crawly animals from the Ohio Nature Education and why they may not be so frightening after all! Get to see a few of these misunderstood animals live and up close.
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