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Book Club

Silent Book Club
2026-07-25 10:00:00 2026-07-25 11:00:00 America/New_York Silent Book Club Missing Bookworm already, and want to meet fellow bibliophiles? Start your morning with us! This casual event is a great place enjoy quiet time with a good book and in good company. Main Library - Reference Area

Saturday, July 25
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2026-07-25 10:00:00 2026-07-25 11:00:00 America/New_York Silent Book Club Missing Bookworm already, and want to meet fellow bibliophiles? Start your morning with us! This casual event is a great place enjoy quiet time with a good book and in good company. Main Library - Reference Area

Main Library

Reference Area

Missing Bookworm already, and want to meet fellow bibliophiles? Start your morning with us! This casual event is a great place enjoy quiet time with a good book and in good company.

We'll have a selection of staff recommendations available, or bring your current read. We'll take a few minutes to settle in with our books and grab some tea and snacks, then read quietly for about half an hour. We'll also have bookmarks to color. Staff will be on hand to help you pick a book or access our digital library.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lifelong Learning | Health & Wellness | ELL Friendly | Book Club |

TAGS: | ELL Friendly | adults |

Main Library
contact@crcpl.org
Phone: 740-702-4145
Branch manager
Erin Lyons
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Wed, Apr 29 9:00AM to 7:00PM
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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

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Butterfly Watch!
Sat, May 02, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Ohio is for Writers Book Fest
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A,Annex Room B
Discover new books, meet and chat with Ohio authors, learn about publishing, and more! Chillicothe Comics Center will join for Free Comic Book Day.
Butterfly Watch!
Mon, May 04, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Dinosaur Shadow Box
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch
Kids and teens will join us outside to collect rocks, sticks, flowers, and more to make shadow boxes for their mini dinosaur.
Seed Snails
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Come learn how to grow strong, healthy plants by making your own seed snails. This workshop will show you step by step how to start your own seeds and get them ready for planting.
May the Fourth Be With You
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
In a library not so far away, we are celebrating Star Wars Day. Join us for crafts and activities such as making yoda puppets and playing with "galaxy dough." A galaxy of fun awaits!
Check 'Em Out! Book Club
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
This book club is for anybody interested in reading books and meeting new people!
Spanish Learners Lab
Mon, May 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Schlegel Meeting Room
Ready to learn a new language or brush up on your high school Spanish? This is the event for you! We'll learn and practice Spanish together and have fun!
Butterfly Watch!
Tue, May 05, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Digital Navigator Appointments at Main
Tue, May 05, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Need help with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help you get online and up-to-speed. One-hour appointments are available to help you with devices, connectivity, and digital skills.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, May 05, 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.
Bike and Roll Together Information Session
Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Celebrate Bike and Roll to School Day with us at the library! You'll learn about how to be safe riding to school. We'll also have free helmets, while supplies last!
Butterfly Watch!
Wed, May 06, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Bike and Roll Together: Chillicothe Primary School
Wed, May 06, 6:15am - 7:00am
Offsite
Celebrate Bike and Roll to School Day with us at the library! Meet up before and we'll ride to school together, then ride back to the library after school. All bike riders must wear a helmet.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Bike and Roll Together: Chillicothe Intermediate School
Wed, May 06, 6:15am - 7:00am
Offsite
Celebrate Bike and Roll to School Day with us at the library! Meet up before and we'll ride to school together, then ride back to the library after school. All bike riders must wear a helmet.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Digital Navigator Appointments at Paxton
Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Need help with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help you get online and up-to-speed. One-hour appointments are available to help you with devices, connectivity, and digital skills.
Book Bunch Book Club
Wed, May 06, 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.
Rescheduled
Chillicothe High School Jazz Band Performance
Wed, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Wednesday, May 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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!
Chillicothe High School Jazz Band Performance
Wed, May 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room,Northside 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!
Butterfly Watch!
Thu, May 07, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Discovery Garden Family Playgroup
Thu, May 07, 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 Appointments at Main
Thu, May 07, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Need help with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help you get online and up-to-speed. One-hour appointments are available to help you with devices, connectivity, and digital skills.
The Bee Mobile Library at Sherman Park
Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Sherman Park Apartments in Chillicothe.
Bookmarks for Mom
Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Stop in and make your mother a perfect Mother's Day gift: a wooden bookmark that you color yourself!
Book Buddies Book Club
Thu, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Calling all kids ready to read - or already reading - beginner chapter books! This is a book club just for you.
Learning with Rabbits
Thu, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room,Frankfort Shelterhouse
Join us and one of our young patrons as we meet a couple of New Zealand rabbits! She will teach us what goes into their care to prepare them for the fair. A story and craft will also be provided.
Butterfly Watch!
Fri, May 08, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Digital Navigator Appointments at Northside
Fri, May 08, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room
Need help with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help you get online and up-to-speed. One-hour appointments are available to help you with devices, connectivity, and digital skills.
D is for Dinosaur!
Fri, May 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to create your dinosaur using the letter D. This program will combine a craft with letter recognition and fine motor skills.
Butterfly Watch!
Sat, May 09, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
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 11, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
The Bee Mobile Library at Hopeton Village
Mon, May 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
The Bee Mobile Library
Stop by Hopeton Village and visit the bookmobile! 153 University Dr., Chillicothe, OH
Cave Painting Art
Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Join us for an easy craft inspired by ancient cave paintings
Crash Test Balloons
Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room,Frankfort Shelterhouse
Make a contraption that will protect a balloon in a crash test.
Mastering Your Mobile
Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Learn the basics of Android and iPhone devices, from texting and calling to apps, photos, and settings.
Spanish Learners Lab
Mon, May 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Schlegel Meeting Room
Ready to learn a new language or brush up on your high school Spanish? This is the event for you! We'll learn and practice Spanish together and have fun!
Butterflies & Bees: Winged Wonders in Your Backyard
Mon, May 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
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.
Friends of the Library Meeting
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Monthly meeting of the Friends of the Library.
Butterfly Watch!
Tue, May 12, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Digital Navigator Appointments at Main
Tue, May 12, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Need help with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help you get online and up-to-speed. One-hour appointments are available to help you with devices, connectivity, and digital skills.
Meet & Make: All Abilities
Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Annex Room A
An inclusive space for crafts, activities, and connection.
Stroller Social
Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Bring your stroller or wagon and join us for a walk around the beautiful neighborhood. We will meet at the Northside Branch in the Myers Room and then head out for our walk.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, May 12, 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.
Hang Out with the Listening Dog at the Main Library
Tue, May 12, 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, May 5 2026 at 3:00pm
Bottle Cap Garden Flowers
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Turn old bottle caps into a beautiful bottle cap flower to display in potted plants or right in your garden.
Dolly Parton Imagination Library Graduation
Tue, May 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Calling all Dolly Parton Imagination Library kids who have turned 5 this year! We want to celebrate you as you get ready to start kindergarten in the fall!
Friends of Dorothy Book Club - **new day and location!**
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Join us the second Tues of the month to discuss a variety of LGBTQ+ literature, everything from fantasy to memoirs. We'll meet in the Main Library building.
Butterfly Watch!
Wed, May 13, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Digital Navigator Appointments at Paxton
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Need help with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help you get online and up-to-speed. One-hour appointments are available to help you with devices, connectivity, and digital skills.
Storytime
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Hear fun stories and color with us!
The Bee Mobile Library at Carousel Court
Wed, May 13, 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 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Culp Trustee Room
CRCPL's monthly Board of Trustees Meeting
Butterfly Watch!
Thu, May 14, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Discovery Garden Family Playgroup
Thu, May 14, 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 Appointments at Main
Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Programming Room
Need help with technology? Our Digital Navigator can help you get online and up-to-speed. One-hour appointments are available to help you with devices, connectivity, and digital skills.
The Bee Mobile Library at Westland Estates
Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Westland Estates, 2441 Anderson Station Rd., Chillicothe.
Watercolor Resist Art
Thu, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Draw a picture in crayon and cover with watercolor paint and watch what happens.
Discover Your Family History
Thu, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to discuss your family history. We will provide small family tree diagrams to begin your genealogy adventure. We will discuss resources if you wish to expand your information.
Horror Book Club
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Do you love to be scared? We'll be discussing the most terrifying books the library has to offer. Read our suggested monthly book or bring a horror book recommendation to share with the group!
Butterfly Watch!
Fri, May 15, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
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 16, All day
Northside Branch - In the Library
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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