Ohio County Public Library
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Dedicated to building knowledge and enriching lives.
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Color Connection Craft Pickup & Crafter's Corner Craft Pickup
Stop by the library each month to pick up a free Color Connection Craft Kit or a Crafter's Corner Craft Kit. Can't decide which to get...why not get both? Available for ages 14 and up.
Free OCTC SkillTrain at the Annex
Wednesdays from 12:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Fridays from 9:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
SkillTrain provides adults (ages 19+) with instruction in basic academic and workplace skills. Prepare for the GED, college, or a career option right here! Appointments required! Call 270-864-6824.
Trivia Night Online
Monday, April 26th
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join us online for a Zoom Trivia Night! Sign on with your friends and team up for an epic battle! Featuring categories like movies, books, history, music, and more! Ages 14 and up. Join us at https://zoom.us/j/5781198758
Picnic at the Park!
Saturday, May 8th
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Join us at the Ohio County Park in Hartford for a family storytime! Lunch will be provided by Ohio County Parks & Recreation!
Books & Beyond Book Club for Adults
Monday, May 10th
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join us Online or in Person!! We will be discussing One Second After by William R. Forstchen. Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/5781198758
Genealogy Night at the Library Annex
Friday, May 14th
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Appointments Requested
Make an appointment for assistance with your genealogical research and consult an expert historian for advice. Light refreshments will be provided. Masks are required per state guidelines.
Color Connection Coloring Club
Tuesday, May 18th
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Stop by the Library Annex for a relaxing evening of coloring! Can't make it? Pick up your free kit anytime after May 18th! Ages 14 an up. Masks are required per state guidelines.
Crafter's Corner
Tuesday, May 25th
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Join us at the Library Annex for an afternoon of crafts and conversations! Can't make it in person? Pick up your free kit anytime after May 25th. Ages 14 and up. Masks are required per state guidelines.
Free Outdoor Family Movie
Saturday, May 29th
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Join us under the stars to watch Raya and the Last Dragon - Rated PG. Free popcorn and drinks will be provided. Be sure to bring your lawn chairs!
Trivia Night
Monday, May 31st
6:00 p.m.
Join us in person for Trivia Night! Come by yourself or with your friends and team up for an epic battle! Ages 14 and up. Masks are required per state guidelines.
Library hours will be:
Monday & Tuesday 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 10:00 a.m. -
3:00 p.m.
Curbside hours will be:
Monday & Tuesday 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 10:30 a.m. -
2:30 p.m.
Monthly Events
Adult Book Club
Looking for your new favorite book? Want to share your favorites? Join us at the Ohio County Public Library for the Adult Book Club. The Book Club covers a variety of book titles and genres sure to please any avid reader. If you are interested, contact the library at 270-298-3790.
Adult Book Blog
Love Blogging?? Love sharing your favorite reads? Check out Ohio County Public Library's new adult book blog Books & Beyond! The blog will feature new book lists, favorite reads, and book reviews from library staff and book club members. The blog can be accessed from HERE or by going to ohiocountypubliclibrary.wordpress.com.
Anyone can contribute! Just email your reviews or recommendations to frontdesk@ohiocountypubliclibrary.org.
Color Connection Coloring Club
Looking for a great way to sit back and relax? Why not become part of the Color Connection at the Ohio County Public Library? Join us for old school anti-stress coloring, warm drinks, music, conversation and no screens. Be a part of this relaxation trend. Supplies will be provided - simply bring yourself. Participants ages 14 and up are welcome to attend.
Crochet Corner
Beginners, Intermediate, and Skilled: All Welcome! Join the "Twisted Stitches" group! Drop in at the Library Annex to learn basic tips, techniques, and tricks while sharing with fellow crafters. Some supplies will be provided or feel free to bring your own.
Home School Support Space
The Ohio County Public Library is now offering a Home School Support Space in an effort to assist our Home School families. Children's activities will be provided during this time.
For more information on Home Schooling, visit HSLDA Homeschooling Toddlers to Tweens Preschool thru Middle School.
If you have any questions, please contact the library at 270-298-3790.
OCTC SkillTrain - FREE
SkillTrain provides adults (ages 19+) with instruction in basic academic and workplace skills. Prepare for the GED, college or a career option right here!
Manipulatives - at your library!
Looking for a new and exciting way to rekindle your child's interest in learning? Why not check out some of the manipulatives and hands-on learning activities we offer in our newest section "The School Stack." We offer dozens of materials for Math, Science, Reading, and much more. Come and check some out today!
Better Your Technology Experience (BYTE)
Interested in learning more about computers? Do you have a new device or phone and not sure how to use it to its full potential? Contact the Ohio County Public Library to attend one of our many computer classes or schedule a one-on-one tutorial session. For more information on availability, please contact the library at 270-298-3790.