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Fall Gardening with Native Plants
2026-09-19 14:00:00 2026-09-19 15:00:00 America/New_York Fall Gardening with Native Plants Fall is the best time to plant native plants. Learn how these varieties support local wildlife. Share your favorite gardening tips, design ideas, seeds, plants, and more!  Main Library - Annex Room B-1, Annex Room B-2

Saturday, September 19
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-09-19 14:00:00 2026-09-19 15:00:00 America/New_York Fall Gardening with Native Plants Fall is the best time to plant native plants. Learn how these varieties support local wildlife. Share your favorite gardening tips, design ideas, seeds, plants, and more!  Main Library - Annex Room B-1, Annex Room B-2

Main Library

Annex Room B-1, Annex Room B-2

Fall is the best time to plant native plants. Learn how these varieties support local wildlife. Share your favorite gardening tips, design ideas, seeds, plants, and more! 

Members of the local gardening group will talk about Fall Gardening.

https://southcentralohio.wildones.org/

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Gardening |

TAGS: | Adults |

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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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Budding Bookworms Storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Annex Room D
Come listen to some great stories and songs. Storytime helps develop a young child's literacy skills and nurtures a love of reading.
Art Camp: Grandma Crafts!
Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
It's our annual summer reading Art Camp! Learn how to make beautiful "grandma" crafts. Registration is limited to first 10 registrants.
Register
Storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Join us for a dinosaur-themed storytime!
Ross County Parks District on Wheels!
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kingston Branch
Visit the Ross County Parks District Mobile Nature Center aka Wilderness On Wheels. WOW for short! Come check it out and experience nature and learning in a new way.
Secrets of the Lost Library: A Teen Escape Room
Tue, Jul 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Calling all code-breakers, mystery solvers, and curious minds! Test your skills and work with other teens in the collaborative escape room. Can you make it out in time?
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Jul 08, 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, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Hear fun stories and color with us!
Storytime
Wed, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Celebrate America's 250th birthday. We'll read stories, do crafts and have fun activities.
STEM Learning with Ohio University
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Come explore science and technology! Ohio University will be bringing some of their fun equipment to try out at the library this summer. These events are best suited to grades 3-6.
Art Camp: Grandma Crafts!
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
It's our annual summer reading Art Camp! Learn how to make beautiful "grandma" crafts. Registration is limited to first 10 registrants.
Register
The Bee Mobile Library at Carousel Court
Wed, Jul 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.
American Girl Day at the Library
Wed, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Enjoy stories, crafts and snacks inspired by the different time periods featured in the American Girl series. Feel free to bring any doll you'd like!
Summer Music Series: Hillbilly Chic
Wed, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Northside Branch - Northside Shelterhouse
Hillbilly Chic delivers a high-energy blend of old-time, bluegrass, and country folk with a soulful, driving sound.
Vision Van
Thu, Jul 09, 9:00am - 2:30pm
Main Library - Main Green
The Vision Van will be visiting some of our libraries this summer, to perform free eye exams and provide free glasses for students aged 4-18 years old.
Register
Creative Aging Class Series
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
The Creative Aging series is an art exploration class open to those aged 55+. No prior experience is needed. Participants are asked to commit to all 6 class dates. With Teaching Artist Jessica Held.
Registration is now closed
Tecumseh! Meet and Greet
Thu, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Join local Tecumseh! actors as we look back on what life was like in Ohio on the frontier. You will also get to examine rare items curated by the Ross County Historical Society.
Art Camp: Grandma Crafts!
Thu, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
It's our annual summer reading Art Camp! Learn how to make beautiful "grandma" crafts. Registration is limited to first 10 registrants.
Register
Storytime
Thu, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Join us for a dinosaur themed-storytime!
Ross County Parks District on Wheels!
Thu, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch
Visit the Ross County Parks District Mobile Nature Center aka Wilderness On Wheels. WOW for short! Come check it out and experience nature and learning in a new way.
The Bee Mobile Library at Westland Estates
Thu, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Westland Estates, 2441 Anderson Station Rd., Chillicothe.
American Flag Craft
Thu, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Little ones will create their own American flag using paper, glue, and plenty of red, white, and blue.
Book Buddies Book Club
Thu, Jul 09, 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.
Teen Paint Night
Thu, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Teens are invited to join us for a relaxing evening of painting and snacks.
Horror Book Club
Thu, Jul 09, 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!
Dino Paint Playdate
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B-1
Join us for a roaring good time as we play with paint and learn about dinosaurs.
Art Camp: Grandma Crafts!
Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
It's our annual summer reading Art Camp! Learn how to make beautiful "grandma" crafts. Registration is limited to first 10 registrants.
Register
Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Area
Join us for half an hour of music, movement, and short stories!
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch - Northside Reading Garden
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.
The Bee Mobile Library at Hopeton Village
Mon, Jul 13, 11:00am - 11:45am
The Bee Mobile Library
Stop by Hopeton Village and visit the bookmobile! 153 University Dr., Chillicothe, OH
Flower Pressing for Beginners
Mon, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Press pause on nature by saving blooms to enjoy for years to come. Join us to learn basic knowledge of pressing flowers and to create a unique pressed flower piece to take home.
Fireworks Painting With Straws
Mon, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Create a colorful firework display using a fun and unique painting technique! Learn how to use straws to blow paint across the page and design your own bursting fireworks masterpiece.
Flag Painting
Mon, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to paint the American Flag on a wooden block.
Archaeology: Can You Dig It?
Mon, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room,Frankfort Shelterhouse
Come release your inner archaeologist at the Frankfort branch. We will have multiple activities available, including, making potsherds, amber and clay fossils, and digging for ancient treasure.
Pokemon GO at the Library!
Mon, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Come celebrate the 10th anniversary of Pokemon G) with us! Bring your phone to play along or try out our new scavenger hunt instead!
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Annex Room D
Come listen to some great stories and songs. Storytime helps develop a young child's literacy skills and nurtures a love of reading.
Meet & Make: All Abilities
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Annex Room A
An inclusive space for crafts, activities, and connection.
Ross County Parks District on Wheels!
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch
Visit the Ross County Parks District Mobile Nature Center aka Wilderness On Wheels. WOW for short! Come check it out and experience nature and learning in a new way.
Storytime
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Join us for a dinosaur-themed storytime!
Hang Out with the Listening Dog at the Main Library
Tue, Jul 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, July 7 2026 at 3:00pm
Dino Bone Builders
Tue, Jul 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Become a paleontologist for the day! Each child will receive a dinosaur outline on black construction paper and use cotton swabs to fill in the bones, creating their very own dino skeleton.
Teen Book Club
Tue, Jul 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Dive into new worlds, discover exciting stories, and meet other teens who love books! Whether you come to chat about the book of the month or share your recent favs, all teens are welcome.
Let's Jam: How to make Strawberry Jam
Tue, Jul 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B-2
Learn the basics of jam making with OSU Extension, and take home a sweet treat! Supplies provided!
Friends of Dorothy Book Club - **new day and location!**
Tue, Jul 14, 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.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Jul 15, 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.
The Bee Mobile Library at Paint Creek Station
Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Paint Creek Station, 101 W.M. Trotter Dr., Chillicothe.
STEAM Explorers!
Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B-2
Join us on the third Wednesday of each month to explore the world of science and creation.
Summer Music Series: Steve "Stache" & Jordan Hensley 
Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Northside Shelterhouse
Come and enjoy Steve "Stache" & Jordan Hensley, an indie alternative duo known for their engaging performances and original sound.
Creative Aging Class Series
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
The Creative Aging series is an art exploration class open to those aged 55+. No prior experience is needed. Participants are asked to commit to all 6 class dates. With Teaching Artist Jessica Held.
Registration is now closed
Storytime
Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Join us for a dinosaur themed-storytime!
Candy Sushi Bar: Dino Edition!
Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Schlegel Meeting Room
Join us as we make colorful candy sushi reimagined as different types of dinosaurs!
The Bee Mobile Library at Gleason's Mobile Home Park
Thu, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Gleason's Mobile Home Park, 1667 Stone Rd.
Podcasting 101 for Teens
Thu, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Hey, Teens! Have you ever wanted to make a podcast? Join us and learn all you need to know to get started!
Flag Painting
Thu, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to paint the American Flag on a wooden block.
Preschool Water Day
Fri, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Northside Reading Garden
Join us for fun water activities outside! Please be sure to be prepared to get wet.
Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Jul 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Area
Looking for something fun to do with your toddler on the weekend? Bring them to the library. We will read, sing, dance, play, and enjoy our favorite thing -- bubbles!
Dinosaur STEM
Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Join us for a kickoff to our Jurassic Park celebration! This prescreening event features dinosaur-themed STEM activities.
Jurassic Park - Interactive Movie Experience
Sat, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Offsite
Join us for an interactive screening of Jurassic Park as part of our all-day Ohio Goes to the Movies celebration.
Jurassic Park Discussion Panel - Science, Cinema & Cultural Impact
Sat, Jul 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite
Join us for a panel discussion exploring the science, filmmaking, and cultural impact of Jurassic Park.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Jul 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch - Northside Reading Garden
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.
Crochet for Teens
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Main Library Teen Space
Hang out and crochet with us! Whether you?re just learning the basics or working on a project, join us to relax, stitch, and connect with other crocheters.
Dino Dress-Up!
Mon, Jul 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Get ready to stomp into storytime! Kids will create their very own cute dinosaur using cardboard and craft supplies, then attach their creation to a headband to wear during our dino-themed stories.
The Bee Mobile Library at Serenity Wellness Center
Mon, Jul 20, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Serenity Wellness Center 901 Toledo St, Chillicothe, OH
Adult Paint Night
Mon, Jul 20, 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.
Patriotic Painting
Mon, Jul 20, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Use your creativity to paint an American flag with a silhouette tree line.
Egg Carton Dinosaurs
Mon, Jul 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Use your imagination to create your own unique dinosaur with egg cartons, paint, and googly eyes.
Patriotic Wooden Stars
Mon, Jul 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Show your patriotic spirit! Use stir sticks to design and decorate their very own patriotic star.
Spanish Learners Lab
Mon, Jul 20, 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!
What's Lurking Beneath the Water?
Mon, Jul 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Do you know what's lurking beneath the water? Now is your chance to find out! Observe fossils, make a shark tooth craft, games, snacks and more.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Annex Room D
Come listen to some great stories and songs. Storytime helps develop a young child's literacy skills and nurtures a love of reading.
Storytime
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Join us for a dinosaur-themed storytime!
Dino-mite Trivia Night!
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Schlegel Meeting Room
Think you have what it takes to be a paleontologist? Join us for a fun trivia night to test your knowledge of all things dinosaurs!
Writers Group
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Calling writers! Aspiring or experienced! Join our monthly writers group to connect with fellow storytellers, sharpen your craft, and share your work in a supportive environment.
Travis Daventhorpe Gets a Life Book Release Party!
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Northside Branch - In the Library
Celebrate the release of Wes Molebash's third Travis Daventhorpe book at the library! Meet Wes during a reception with light refreshments, get your book signed, and stay for a Q&A.
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