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Gather & Gab
2026-10-15 16:30:00 2026-10-15 17:30:00 America/New_York Gather & Gab Join us for relaxed conversation and light refreshments. Have a favorite craft project you're working on? Bring it with you. Not into crafts? Come hang out with us anyway. Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room

Thursday, October 15
4:30pm - 5:30pm

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Kingston Branch

Kingston Meeting Room

Join us for relaxed conversation and light refreshments. Have a favorite craft project you're working on? Bring it with you. Not into crafts? Come hang out with us anyway.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Crafts & Hobbies | Community |

TAGS: | adults |

Kingston Branch
contact@crcpl.org
Phone: 740-702-4145
Branch manager
Erin Lyons
Hours
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Mon, Sep 14 1:00PM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 15 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Wed, Sep 16 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Sep 17 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Sep 18 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 19 Closed
Sun, Sep 20 Closed
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About the branch

The Kingston Branch offers books, movies, programs and more for all ages. It has a computer lab, public meeting room, free WiFi, and quiet reading space. The new patio is a great place to read and relax!

Upcoming Events

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Budding Bookworms Storytime
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Storytime
Tue, Sep 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Come listen to some great stories and songs.
Teen Book Club
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Writers Group
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Tai Chi
Wed, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 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.
Seated Tai Chi
Wed, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Ease lower back discomfort with gentle seated Tai Chi. Follow along with a series as we practice relaxing movements designed to improve flexibility, reduce tension, and promote overall well-being.
The Bee Mobile Library at Paint Creek Station
Wed, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Join us on the third Wednesday of each month to explore the world of science and creativity.
DIY NeeDoh Fun
Wed, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Get hands-on and a little messy as you create your own squishy, slimy NeeDoh-inspired stress toy!
Book Pumpkin Craft
Wed, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Give old books a new chapter! Transform retired books into charming pumpkin decorations. This fun and easy craft will create a unique fall decoration you'll want to display year after year.
Greenlawn Cemetery Tour
Wed, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Offsite
Tour the cemetery grounds and learn about the history of those who have shaped Ross County on a guided walking tour.
Discovery Garden Family Playgroup
Thu, Sep 17, 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.
The Bee Mobile Library at Gleason's Mobile Home Park
Thu, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Gleason's Mobile Home Park, 1667 Stone Rd.
Minecraft Club
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
If you yearn for the mines, mark your calendars for the third Thursday of each month and make your way to the Main Library Annex. Build on our theme in Creative Mode or create something all your own.
Ye Olde Teen Ren Faire
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B,Main Green
Hear ye, hear ye! Young Lords and Ladies are invited to Ye Olde Teen Ren Faire. Dress in your favorite medieval or fantasy garb and enjoy crafts, games, and Renaissance-inspired fun at the library.
Tulle Wreath Craft
Thu, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Create a festive tulle wreath using orange and black tulle. Design your own spooky decoration to display in your room all season long.
Gather & Gab
Thu, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Join us for an hour of relaxing conversation and light refreshments. Feel free to bring whatever craft project you are working on. Or just come and unwind.
Kinusaiga Fabric Art Mosaic
Thu, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Create your own no-sew mosaic with fabric scraps and foam.
Apple Harvest Storytime
Fri, Sep 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Come celebrate the harvest season with us! Enjoy apple-themed books, rhymes, crafts, and more at this apple-tastic storytime!
Ross County Parks District on Wheels!
Fri, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Northside Shelterhouse
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.
Fall Gardening with Native Plants
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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! 
Community Quilt Show
Mon, Sep 21, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
September is National Sewing Month, and we are highlighting this month with our annual "Community Quilt Show". Quilts from the community will be on display September 22nd-26th.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Sep 21, 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.
The Bee Mobile Library at Serenity Wellness Center
Mon, Sep 21, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Serenity Wellness Center 901 Toledo St, Chillicothe, OH
Apples vs. Pumpkins
Mon, Sep 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Which do you like better, apples or pumpkins? Come have some fun while we debate which fall treat is best. Hear a story, make a craft, and explore themed sensory activities.
Cyanotype Prints
Mon, Sep 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room,Outdoor Patio
Let's make art with the power of sunlight! All materials provided.
Spooky Tree Painting
Mon, Sep 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to create a spooky tree to display in your home! Your creativity and imagination is all that is needed.
Spanish Learners Lab
Mon, Sep 21, 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!
Community Quilt Show
Tue, Sep 22, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
September is National Sewing Month, and we are highlighting this month with our annual "Community Quilt Show". Quilts from the community will be on display September 22nd-26th.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Tue, Sep 22, 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.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 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, September 15 2026 at 3:00pm
Ross County Parks District on Wheels!
Tue, Sep 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Shelterhouse
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.
Hobbit Doors
Tue, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Come celebrate Hobbit Day by creating and painting your own Hobbit door.
Creepy Creative Writing with Thurber House
Tue, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Award-winning, internationally acclaimed storyteller Lyn Ford will lead us on a journey to discover tales, folklore, and ideas in this workshop.
Community Quilt Show
Wed, Sep 23, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
September is National Sewing Month, and we are highlighting this month with our annual "Community Quilt Show". Quilts from the community will be on display September 22nd-26th.
Tai Chi
Wed, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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.
Upcycle Craft Night
Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Schlegel Meeting Room
Tap into your creativity and turn trash into treasure in this cozy crafting session. Bring your own items to upcycle or find a gem in our supplies!
Flavors of Fall Taste Test
Wed, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Celebrate the flavors of the season! Join us for a fun and interactive program where participants will sample a variety of autumn-inspired treats -- think pumpkin, apple, cinnamon, and more.
Community Quilt Show
Thu, Sep 24, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
September is National Sewing Month, and we are highlighting this month with our annual "Community Quilt Show". Quilts from the community will be on display September 22nd-26th.
Discovery Garden Family Playgroup
Thu, Sep 24, 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.
The Bee Mobile Library at Westland Estates
Thu, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Westland Estates, 2441 Anderson Station Rd., Chillicothe.
Fantasy Puzzle Painting
Thu, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Do you like dragons, fairies, unicorns, and wizards? Join us for an enchanted afternoon painting your own fantasy character puzzle.
Free Legal Advice Clinic
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Volunteer attorneys are available to answer your civil legal questions. Service provided by LASCO.
Fall Macrame Rainbow
Thu, Sep 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Rainbows aren't just for spring! Create a beautiful fall-inspired macramé rainbow using warm autumn colors. Makes a charming decoration to hang anywhere that could use a touch of fall.
Community Quilt Show
Fri, Sep 25, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
September is National Sewing Month, and we are highlighting this month with our annual "Community Quilt Show". Quilts from the community will be on display September 22nd-26th.
Berry Sweet Storytime: Strawberry Shortcake
Fri, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Stories and songs inspired by our favorite nostalgic friend Strawberry Shortcake. Bring your favorite toy to play with as well.
Art in the Afternoon
Fri, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Join for an hour of artistic expression! Either bring a project you are working on, or start a new one! All materials will be provided to you. No registration required.
Community Quilt Show
Sat, Sep 26, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
September is National Sewing Month, and we are highlighting this month with our annual "Community Quilt Show". Quilts from the community will be on display September 22nd-26th.
Craft & Chill
Sat, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Teen Space
Let's craft. Bring a project you're working on or use our supplies to start something new.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Sep 28, 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.
The Bee Mobile Library at Bridge Street Landing
Mon, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Bridge Street Landing, 1920 N Bridge St. Ste 800, Chillicothe.
Adult Paint Night
Mon, Sep 28, 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 of a campfire. All materials provided.
Wooden Pumpkin Decoration
Mon, Sep 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Decorate a wooden pumpkin using paint, rub on transfers, ribbon, jute; or anything else you can find.
Coffee Cup Painting
Mon, Sep 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Paint a cozy stack of coffee cups with easy, step-by-step guidance. You'll leave with a charming piece of artwork that's perfect for displaying in your home.
DIY First Aid Kit
Mon, Sep 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Put together your own DIY first aid kit to take home! Learn what basic supplies every kit should include and how to use them for everyday bumps and scrapes.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Sep 29, 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.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Tue, Sep 29, 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.
Wild Goose Chase at the Library
Tue, Sep 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch
Celebrate National Goose Day with a silly afternoon of goose-themed fun. Go on a wild goose scavenger hunt, make a fun goose craft, and enjoy games and activities. Honk if you love reading!
Beaded Plants Workshop
Tue, Sep 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Create your own beaded plant using wire, beads, a container, and foam. A cute and whimsical craft!
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