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Back to the Prairie
2026-12-02 16:30:00 2026-12-02 17:30:00 America/New_York Back to the Prairie Step back in time at this family-friendly program inspired by the beloved Little House book series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Learn about pioneer history and get hands on at our "Prairie Stations." Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room

Wednesday, December 02
4:30pm - 5:30pm

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Northside Branch

Myers Meeting Room

Step back in time at this family-friendly program inspired by the beloved Little House book series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Learn about pioneer history and get hands on at our "Prairie Stations."

AGE GROUP: | School Age |

EVENT TYPE: | Games | Family Fun | Crafts & Hobbies | Cooking & Food |

TAGS: | school age |

Northside Branch
contact@crcpl.org
Phone: 740-702-4145
Branch manager
Erin Lyons
Hours
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Mon, Oct 05 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Oct 06 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 07 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 08 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 11 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Northside Library is a wonderful place to relax and convene. It features several meeting spaces which are available for nonprofit use; an outdoor patio, shelterhouse, and children's play area; programs for all ages; and is home to our Beyond Books collection of unique items for circulation.

Upcoming Events

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Discovery Garden Family Playgroup
Thu, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Westland Estates, 2441 Anderson Station Rd., Chillicothe.
Black Light Laser Tag
Thu, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Laser Tag is getting a glow up. Grab your friends and wear your neon best, because it is on! Registration is required.
Registration is now closed
Spooky Paint Night
Thu, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Create a seasonal spooky paint scene while enjoying spooky sweet treats!
Horror Book Club
Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Dive into a different chilling title each month and discuss the spine-tingling themes, unforgettable characters, and dark worlds we love to explore.
Preschool LEGO Literacy
Fri, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room,Myers Meeting Room
Join us for this hands-on program with LEGO and explore early literacy skills like letter recognition, storytelling, and vocabulary.
Cotton Ball Ghosts
Fri, Oct 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Little ones will have a spooky-good time creating a fluffy ghost using cotton balls, glue, and construction paper! This fun Halloween craft helps build fine motor skills while encouraging creativity.
Winnie-the-Pooh Turns 100!
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Area
Join us to celebrate one hundred years of Winnie-the-Pooh and all our friends in the Hundred Acre Wood!
Library Closed: Staff Day
Mon, Oct 12, All day
Main Library
All library locations are closed for a Staff Development Day
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Mon, Oct 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
CRCPL's monthly Board of Trustees Meeting
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Tue, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Annex Room A
An inclusive space for crafts, activities, and connection.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Oct 13, 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 Homeschool Hangout
Tue, Oct 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Homeschool Hangout is a fun way to get out, meet other homeschool families, and participate in various hands-on activities.
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Hang Out with the Listening Dog at the Main Library
Tue, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
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!
Storytime
Tue, Oct 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Join us for stories, songs, and fun!
Halloween Windchimes
Tue, Oct 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Add a little spooky charm to your fall decor! Paint adorable ghosts or pumpkins to create a festive Halloween wind chime that's perfect for hanging at home.
Ghouls Night Out!
Tue, Oct 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Grab your fellow ghouls for a spooky night at the library! Make Halloween-inspired crafts, chat about your favorite magical and spooky reads, and enjoy frightfully delicious treats.
Pajama Party Evening Storytime
Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Children's Area
Wind down with us for this cozy storytime. We will sing songs, learn rhymes, and read stories to help you sleep.
Ghost Stories of Chillicothe
Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Get ready for an evening of tall tales, forgotten ghosts, and creepy legends. All centered in our own backyard.
Friends of Dorothy Book Club
Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Meeting Room
Join us the second Tuesday of the month to discuss a variety of LGBTQ+ literature, everything from fantasy to memoirs. We'll meet in the Main Library building.
Tai Chi
Wed, Oct 14, 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 14, 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, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Hear fun stories and color with us!
Homeschool Teen Chill & Chat
Wed, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Meeting other teens can be hard when you're homeschooled. Let us help! Come hang out for an hour of games, crafting, and relaxed socializing in our safe space.
The Bee Mobile Library Visits Carousel Court
Wed, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch The Bee at Carousel Court 20544 US Route 23 N Chillicothe OH.
Northside Branch 30th Birthday!
Wed, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Northside Branch has been open since October 1996! Join us to celebrate 30 amazing years of stories, learning, and community! We will have cake, activities, and stories from the past.
Discovery Garden Family Playgroup
Thu, Oct 15, 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.
Paint Your Own Fairy Door
Thu, Oct 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Schlegel Meeting Room
Ever wanted to step into your favorite fantasy book? Join us to create your very own fantasy fairy door! We'll have everything you need to create a door straight out of your favorite fantasy book!
The Bee Mobile Library at Gleason's Mobile Home Park
Thu, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 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.
Gather & Gab
Thu, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Halloween String Art
Thu, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Create unique Halloween art with us using nails, wood blocks, and string.
Discovery Garden Family Playgroup Reunion
Fri, Oct 16, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Calling all Discovery Garden graduates! The playroom will be open for any Discovery Garden kids to enjoy some of their favorite activities again.
Pages and Poltergeists: A Teen Escape Room
Fri, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Teen Space
You'll need brains and bravery to beat the clock and bust out of the library before it's too late! Can you make it out of this ghoulishly clever escape room before time runs out...forever?
Halloween Costume Closet
Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
You may drop off costumes prior to the event at Main Library or Northside Branch before October 15.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Oct 19, 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.
Pumpkin Canvas Art
Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Turn an ordinary canvas into a weathered wood and pumpkin filled masterpiece.
The Bee Mobile Library on Toledo Street
Mon, Oct 19, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Serenity Wellness Center 901 Toledo St, Chillicothe, OH
Taste Test: Chocolate Around the World
Mon, Oct 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Join us to taste chocolate from around the world. We will sample a variety of chocolates comparing flavors, textures, and ingredients. Along the way, we'll explore fun cultural facts.
Spooky Jars
Mon, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to create spooky jars! Your creativity is all that is needed to create your funny or spooky art.
Blindfolded Art
Mon, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
So easy you can do it with your eyes closed...mostly. Come ready for fun and make inspired art pieces while partially blindfolded!
Death By Chocolate
Mon, Oct 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Spend an after-hours evening at the library enjoying chocolate treats, Halloween games, spooky stories, and festive fun. It's the perfect way to celebrate the season with fellow Halloween lovers!
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Tue, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 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.
Ross County Parks District on Wheels!
Tue, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Outside the Library
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.
Teen Book Club
Tue, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 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, Oct 21, 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 21, 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, Oct 21, 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, Oct 21, 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.
Frankenstein Craft
Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Little ones can practice their cutting skills while creating a cute and spooky Frankenstein craft. This fun Halloween project is perfect for displaying on the fridge at home!
STEAM Explorers
Wed, Oct 21, 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.
Teen Haunted Gingerbread Houses
Wed, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Dare to design a dessert that's more frightful than delightful? Join us for a spooky twist on a classic as you build your own haunted gingerbread house!
Discovery Garden Family Playgroup
Thu, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at Westland Estates, 2441 Anderson Station Rd., Chillicothe.
Royal Tea Party
Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Ladies and gentlemen, you are cordially invited to a royal tea party adventure at the Main Library Annex. Dress your best and we'll take care of the rest. Tea and scones provided.
Free Legal Advice Clinic
Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Volunteer attorneys are available to answer your civil legal questions. Service provided by LASCO.
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