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Blood, Brains, and Lobotomies with Mindy McGinnis
2024-10-16 18:00:00 2024-10-16 19:00:00 America/New_York Blood, Brains, and Lobotomies with Mindy McGinnis Ohio author, Mindy McGinnis, will discuss her novel "A Madness So Discreet" and the treatment of brain injuries and mental illness in the 1890s. Main Library - Annex Room B

Wednesday, October 16
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-16 18:00:00 2024-10-16 19:00:00 America/New_York Blood, Brains, and Lobotomies with Mindy McGinnis Ohio author, Mindy McGinnis, will discuss her novel "A Madness So Discreet" and the treatment of brain injuries and mental illness in the 1890s. Main Library - Annex Room B

Main Library

Annex Room B

Ohio author, Mindy McGinnis, will discuss her novel "A Madness So Discreet" and the treatment of brain injuries and mental illness in the 1890s.

Author Mindy McGinnis shares the research behind her Edgar Award-Winning Gothic historical thriller, "A Madness So Discreet." McGinnis will discuss how doctors treated brain injuries in the 1890s and the different aspects of care for the mentally ill (for better or for worse) including the infamous psychosurgery known as a lobotomy. McGinnis will also delve into a brief history of the Athens [Ohio] Lunatic Asylum, the setting for the novel.

Mindy McGinnis is the author of multiple novels that span many genres. From historical to fantasy, contemporary to gothic thriller, you can always count on Mindy’s books to deliver grit, truth, and an unflinching look at humanity and the world around us.

A ninth-generation farmer, Mindy attributes much of her character to growing up on an Ohio farm, learning the value of physical labor, and the harshness of the natural world early in life. Much of her writing reflects small-town living and aspects of rural poverty. A former school librarian, Mindy still lives and works in her hometown, and is dedicated to making herself available to financially disadvantaged school districts and communities.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Educational | Author Visit |

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

Amy's Critters: Tar Hollow State Park Naturalist
Tue, Nov 12, 4:30am - 5:30pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch
Tar Hollow Naturalist, Amy Fitton will be at the library with her critters!
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Nov 12, 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.
Adult Activities For All Abilities
Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Annex Room A
Join us monthly for an adapted program for adults with disabilities and their accompanying care partners. We will enjoy crafts, play games, create art, do literacy activities, and more!
Sing and Stomp Music for Toddlers
Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Annex Room B
Come join Ms. Ashley from the Pioneer Center for Sing and Stomp Music Time and stimulate your child through music and movement!
Homeschool Meet-Up
Tue, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Calling all homeschoolers! We would love to have you hangout with us. We will do various activities each month.
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Main Library
Tue, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Area
Do you need someone to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs that can accompany you to make your day better.
Register
Drop-In Craft: Make Your Own Buttons!
Tue, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Main Library Meeting Room
Drop by and make your own buttons out of a variety of options!
Cancelled
Ask-A-Lawyer
Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Have a legal question? Get it answered by a local lawyer at this informative session.
Tai Chi
Wed, Nov 13, 9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library - Annex Room B
Join us at the Main Library Annex and try this gentle form of exercise.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Nov 13, 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.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Culp Trustee Room
CRCPL's monthly Board of Trustees Meeting
Fossil Science
Wed, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B-1
It's DINOvember! We will have several fossil activities including a dino excavation!
Teen Movie Night
Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Join us for a fantastic film and snacks!
Discovery Garden
Thu, Nov 14, 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.
Turkey Headbands
Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Salem Branch
Let's get festive with a Thanksgiving turkey headband! Come and create this colorful feather display to wear for the holiday.
Minecraft Club
Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Meeting Room B
Mark your calendars! Minecraft is now on the second Thursday of the month this quarter! You will use creative mode to build anything you want or choose our monthly theme.
Teen Paint Night: Cozy Edition
Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
November is made for all things cozy! Come paint a cozy scene with us at Northside Branch. Hot chocolate and snacks will be provided.
Acting for Non-Actors
Thu, Nov 14, 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, Nov 14, 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.
Dino Tea Party!
Fri, Nov 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Join us at the library for a tea party with a special guest! We will have activities and drinks/snacks will be provided.
Drop-In Craft: Make Your Own Buttons!
Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Main Library Meeting Room
Drop by the Main Library to make some fun buttons with our button maker.
Free Skating Weekend at the Mighty Skating Rink!
Sun, Nov 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Mighty Children's Museum Ice Rink
The library is co-sponsoring FREE admission to the Mighty Children's Museum Rink in Yoctangee Park on November 16-17. Come say hi to library staff at the rink from 12-2pm on Sunday!
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Nov 18, 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 the month, we'll offer a bilingual storytime offered in English and Spanish.
What Every Garden Should Have - Chillicothe Garden Club Meeting
Mon, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Join the Chillicothe Garden Club for their monthly meeting. CRCPL Access Director Jenn Slone will share gardening wisdom about "What Every Garden Should Have."
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Northside Branch
Mon, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room
Do you need someone to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs that can accompany you to make your day better.
Register
The Bee Mobile Library at Massieville
Mon, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New venue The Bee Mobile Library
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at the Massieville BookHive, 2410 Massieville Rd., Chillicothe.
Will It Waffle? Fall Dinner Edition
Mon, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
We'll take different fall dinner themed foods and see if they'll make good waffles.
Among Us at the Library!
Mon, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Love the game Among Us? Ever wanted to play it in real life? Now's your chance! Decide who is sus, and find the Imposter among us!
Paper Plate Owl
Mon, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to make an adorable owl craft out of a paper plate.
Teens DIY Fabric Pumpkin
Mon, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Learn basic hand sewing and make a pumpkin using scrap fabric and stuffing.
Dinovember Storytime
Mon, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch
Celebrate Dinosaurs in November with us! Join us for storytime, play games, and make a craft.
Learn To Line Dance
Mon, Nov 18, 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, Nov 19, 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.
Sing and Stomp Music for Toddlers
Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Annex Room B
Come join Ms. Ashley from the Pioneer Center for Sing and Stomp Music Time and stimulate your child through music and movement!
Teen Game Night / Hora de Juegos Para Adolescentes
Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Calling all teens to join us for game night! It's just not any game night -- we will also be learning to play using Spanish!
Outlander: Calling All Sassenachs!
Tue, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Spend an evening with fellow fans celebrating all things Outlander. Discuss details of the book and TV series. Season 7, expected release date: November 22, 2024.
Tai Chi
Wed, Nov 20, 9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library - Annex Room B
Join us at the Main Library Annex and try this gentle form of exercise.
Budding Bookworms Storytime
Wed, Nov 20, 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 Clarksburg
Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clarksburg BookHive
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at the BookHive in Clarksburg, located at 10849 Main St.
Cancelled
The Bee Mobile Library at Clarksburg
Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clarksburg BookHive
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at the BookHive in Clarksburg, located at 10849 Main St.
Cancelled
The Bee Mobile Library at Clarksburg
Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clarksburg BookHive
Catch the Bee, CRCPL's Mobile Library, at the BookHive in Clarksburg, located at 10849 Main St.
Teen Service Council at Main Library
Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Looking to earn community service hours or gain volunteer experience for a job? Join us! In November, we will be having a Fossil Science program that will need assistance.
Blacklight Putt Putt!
Wed, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D,Annex Room B
Bring the family and come play blacklight putt putt inside the library!
Discovery Garden
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Paper Plate Scarecrow Craft
Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
Create a scarecrow out of construction paper and a paper plate.
Pumpkin Turkey Craft
Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Join us and create a cute Thanksgiving display out of real pumpkins!
Acting for Non-Actors
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Diamond Art Drop-In for Teens
Thu, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Drop in during the hour and make a diamond art keychain. Give it to your friend or keep it for your own. Beginner friendly!
Sensory Explore and Play
Fri, Nov 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
With an assortment of sensory bins, this hands-on activity allows children to engage their senses while having fun and getting a bit messy.
Grandview Cemetery Tour
Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite
Tour the cemetery grounds and learn about the history of those who have shaped Ross County on a guided walking tour.
Family Storytime
Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Area
Can't come to storytime during the week? No worries! Come to our storytime on Saturday! We will have half an hour of short stories, music, movement, and our favorite thing to do -- bubbles!
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Nov 25, 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 the month, we'll offer a bilingual storytime offered in English and Spanish.
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Northside Branch
Mon, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room
Do you need someone to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs that can accompany you to make your day better.
Register
Choose Your Own Story: Can You Survive on a Pirate Ship?
Mon, Nov 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Take on the seas and work as a team as you decide your fate in this choose-your-own-story style game.
Pinecone and Mums Arrangement
Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Create a stunning mum flower arrangement using paint, pinecones, and greenery.
Paper Roll Owls
Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - Paxton Meeting Room
Join us to create a cute owl out of a paper roll. Your creativity and imagination are all you need to bring. Registration is required.
Copper Scrubbing Pad Pumpkin
Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Join us to make your own pumpkin using a copper scrub pad, wire, felt, and a cinnamon stick.
DIY Holiday Wreath
Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Make your own wreath to decorate your home for the winter season. We've already foraged the greenery needed and all other supplies. Just bring your creativity and join us for a fun night. 
This event is full
Cancelled
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
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 Listening Dog at Main Library
Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Area
Do you need someone to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs that can accompany you to make your day better.
Register
Cozy Game Night
Tue, Nov 26, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
'Tis the season for cozy! Come join us at the Main Library for Cozy Game Night. We'll have cozy board games, snacks, and puzzles for you to enjoy.
Pajama Party Family Storytime
Tue, Nov 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
Wear your pajamas and wind down for the evening with us during this cozy storytime.
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