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Budding Bookworms: Winter Shenaningans!

The weather outside might be frightful, but Budding Bookworms is nice and cozy at the Main Library! Join us for crafts, playtime, and bubbles while the stories take a break for December.

AGE GROUP: | Toddlers | Preschool | Babies |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Child Development |

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Main Library
contact@crcpl.org
Phone: 740-702-4145
Branch manager
Erin Lyons
Hours
Mon, Dec 09 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 10 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 11 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Dec 12 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 13 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 14 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 15 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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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

Teen Service Council at Main Library
Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Looking to earn community service hours or gain volunteer experience for a job? Join us! In December, you'll help with our Jingle Bell Bash Program at our Main Library location.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Dec 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Culp Trustee Room
CRCPL's monthly Board of Trustees Meeting
Mason Jar Christmas Vase
Wed, Dec 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Turn an ordinary mason jar into a festive Christmas vase! Come and paint a holiday scene to display of give away.
Jingle Bell Bash
Wed, Dec 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Bring the family and join us for a holiday bash! We will have several holiday themed activities and a snack.
Discovery Garden
Thu, Dec 12, 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.
Visit with Santa! - Westland Estates with The Bee Mobile Library
Thu, Dec 12, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Westland Estates - 2441 Anderson Station Rd., Chillicothe
Santa is coming to the Library! Santa will also join the Bee Mobile Library on some stops in the community. Everyone who visits Santa gets a candy cane and a free book.
Acting for Non-Actors
Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
If you've ever wanted to try acting, this class is for you! A fun, non-judgmental class that will allow you to explore your creative side with improv and scene study. Beginners welcome.
Horror Book Club
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Are you a horror fan? We'll be discussing the most terrifying books the library has to offer. Read our suggested monthly book and join us for an evening of casual discussion.
The Bee at Northside Branch
Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Visit the Bee at Northside while we are closed for renovation.
Santa Tissue Paper Craft
Fri, Dec 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to create Santa using tissue paper. This is a good craft for improving motor skills.
Holiday Card Making
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Learn techniques to create three unique holiday cards to send to loved ones this holiday season.
Embroidery Hoop Ornaments
Mon, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Come and make festive ornaments using ribbon and embroidery hoops.
Winter Painted Bottle Art
Mon, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Create a magical snow scene on a bottle to display on your mantle or table.
Wine Bottle Candle Centerpiece
Mon, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Joins us to make a table centerpiece from a wine bottle, a candle and some fresh pine. We will also show you how to make a DIY pine cleaner to give your house a fresh holiday scent.
Storybook Christmas at the Library
Mon, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Stop in with your kids as we read a classic Christmas storytime, then grab a holiday photo with your kids in our holiday "photo op" area. We will also make a Christmas craft. Hot cocoa provided!
Learn To Line Dance
Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Have you ever wanted to learn to line dance? This will be an instructor-led line dancing class. Please be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Dec 17, 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.
Visit with Santa! - Mt Logan Branch
Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
Santa is coming to the Library! Santa will also join the Bee Mobile Library on some stops in the community. Everyone who visits Santa gets a candy cane and a free book.
The Bee at Northside Branch
Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Visit the Bee outside the Northside Branch while it is closed for renovation.
Macramé Gnome Ornament
Tue, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
You will "knot" want to miss out on making a whimsical macrame gnome.
This event is full
Discovering Genealogy
Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Join us to learn about tracing your roots and explore the resources the library has to offer.
The Bee Mobile Library at Clarksburg
Wed, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at the BookHive in Clarksburg, located at 10849 Main St.
Discovery Garden
Thu, Dec 19, 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.
Visit with Santa! - Gleason's Mobile Home Park with The Bee Mobile Library
Thu, Dec 19, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Gleason's Mobile Home Park - 1667 Stone Rd, Chillicothe, OH 45601
Santa is coming to the Library! Santa will also join the Bee Mobile Library on some stops in the community. Everyone who visits Santa gets a candy cane and a free book.
Winter Evergreen Tree Craft
Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
Create winter evergreen trees from tissue paper, construction paper, and a little paint.
Waterless Snowglobes
Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Salem Branch
Come and create a mini Christmas scene the kids will love to shake up.
Acting for Non-Actors
Thu, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
If you've ever wanted to try acting, this class is for you! A fun, non-judgmental class that will allow you to explore your creative side with improv and scene study. Beginners welcome.
The Bee at Northside Branch
Fri, Dec 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Bee Mobile Library
Visit the Bee at Northside while we are closed for renovation.
Christmas Tree Art
Mon, Dec 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us and paint a fun Christmas tree. Your imagination and creativity are all that is needed.
Closed for the Holiday
Tue, Dec 24, All day
Main Library
All library locations are closed for the holiday.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Dec 24, 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.
Closed for the Holiday
Wed, Dec 25, All day
Main Library
All library locations are closed for the holiday.
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