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Registration opens:
October 01st, 2026

Halloween String Art
2026-10-15 16:30:00 2026-10-15 17:30:00 America/New_York Halloween String Art Create unique Halloween art with us using nails, wood blocks, and string. Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room

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

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Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch

Frankfort Meeting Room

Create unique Halloween art with us using nails, wood blocks, and string.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Pre-Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Crafts & Hobbies |

TAGS: | teens |

Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch
contact@crcpl.org
Phone: 740-702-4145
Branch manager
Erin Lyons
Hours
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Mon, Sep 21 1:00PM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 22 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Wed, Sep 23 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Sep 24 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Fri, Sep 25 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 26 Closed
Sun, Sep 27 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.

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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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Library Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Wed, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Culp Trustee Room
A special meeting of the Library Board of Trustees to discuss the employment of a public official. The meeting is open to the public except in the event of an executive session.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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!
Tai Chi
Wed, Sep 30, 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 30, 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.
Discover Genealogy
Wed, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Learn about tracing your roots and explore the resources the library has to offer.
Nonfiction Book Club
Wed, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ross County Historical Society
Join us each month as we explore engaging nonfiction titles ranging from recent releases to timeless classics and biographies.
Discovery Garden Family Playgroup
Thu, Oct 01, 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 Sherman Park
Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Sherman Park Apartments in Chillicothe.
Ghostly Frames
Thu, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Create a spooky-cute framed ghost using scrapbook paper, craft cord, and ribbon. This easy Halloween craft makes the perfect decoration for your home!
Book Buddies Book Club
Thu, Oct 01, 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.
Fright Lights: Teen Blacklight Painting
Thu, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Schlegel Meeting Room
Kick off spooky season with a horror-themed painting party!
Grandview Cemetery Tour
Thu, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Grandview Cemetery
Tour the cemetery grounds and learn about the history of those who have shaped Ross County on a guided walking tour.
Bat Appreciation Storytime
Fri, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Celebrate Bat Appreciation Month with us while we sing songs, read books, and learn about this amazing flying mammal.
Saturday Storytime
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Area
Join us for half an hour of music, movement, and short stories!
E.T. Family Fun
Sat, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ohio University Chillicothe - Bennett Hal
Step into the world of E.T. before the movie begins. Celebrate one of the most beloved family films of all time before settling in for the interactive screening.
E.T. Interactive Movie Screening
Sat, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ohio University Chillicothe - Bennett Hall
Experience Steven Spielberg's classic adventure on the big screen with movie bingo, library prizes, and audience participation. Fun and interactive screening for all ages!
E.T. Beyond the Stars
Sat, Oct 03, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Ohio University Chillicothe - Bennett Hall
Stay after the movie to explore the science and themes behind E.T. Learn about astronomy, experiment with Morse Code, and join a discussion about friendship and the cultural impact of this classic!
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Oct 05, 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.
Check 'Em Out! Book Club
Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
A book club for anyone interested in reading books and meeting new people.
DIY Halloween Treat Bags
Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Create your own trick or treat bag using a canvas bag and fabric markers.
Ghost Painting
Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Learn to make cute ghosts using paints and squeegees.
Ghost Family Portraits
Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
We will be using all kinds of materials to make ghost family portraits. Make your own family or create one.
Fall Plant Swap with the Wild Ones
Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room,Patio
Swap out your plant treasures for those that your neighbors bring in;perennials, herbs, bulbs and tubers, house plants,you never know what plants you'll find at the our annual plant swap!
Spanish Learners Lab
Mon, Oct 05, 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!
Friends of the Library Meeting
Mon, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Monthly meeting of the Friends of the Library.
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