February 2019
Healthy Smiles
Bring your smiles to Pickerington Main for an informative and fun class presented by New Leaf Dental during National Children’s Dental Health Month. Children and parents will learn about what to expect at the dentist,…
Find out more »Know Your Rights Day
Know Your Rights Day is an event at Pickerington Main dedicated to educating the public and enriching their knowledge of civil rights, diversity, and how society is strengthened when we all respect each other.…
Find out more »Tween Scene
Held at Pickerington Main Library. If you are in grades 5-8, put your creativity to the test using cupcakes, frosting and edible decorations as your medium! The cupcakes will be judged by a panel of library…
Find out more »“Ripped from the Headlines,” a Writing Workshop for Teens
This event has been cancelled. Please watch the calendar for future events. This is a free workshop for teens ages 14-18 “Ripped from the Headlines” is a writing workshop offered by Professor Jamie Lyn Fletcher,…
Find out more »STEM Book Club
Held at Pickerington Main, for students in grades 4-5. Back by popular demand: book clubs for young readers! The STEM Book Club is an event for students in grades 4-5 that brings together literature and…
Find out more »March 2019
Toddler Time
Held at Pickerington Main Library Sing, dance, and hear great stories in this interactive 6-week class for 2- to 3-year olds and their caregivers. We will highlight early literacy practices such as reading, writing, playing,…
Find out more »Tech Week 2019 – Drop-in DIY
Open to all ages at Pickerington Main. Explore the library's new Cricut Creative Suite. Get inspired, cut and create. Drop-in DIY from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Find out more »Drop-in Storytime
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Great for the whole family, this new storytime will get children of all ages excited about reading! We’ll feature stories, songs, and rhymes for everyone to share together and activities…
Find out more »Toddler Time
Held at Pickerington Main Library Sing, dance, and hear great stories in this interactive 6-week class for 2- to 3-year olds and their caregivers. We will highlight early literacy practices such as reading, writing, playing,…
Find out more »Preschool Pals
Held at Pickerington Main Library Get your preschooler ready for kindergarten with Preschool Pals, a class for 4- to 5-year-olds who are ready to try storytime on their own! Early literacy practices used in class…
Find out more »Rhyme Time
Held at Pickerington Main Library Help your baby or young toddler develop a love of reading by introducing them to rhymes, songs, stories, and finger plays! Rhyme Time is for children 0-23 months and their…
Find out more »Toddler Time
Held at Pickerington Main Library Sing, dance, and hear great stories in this interactive 6-week class for 2- to 3-year olds and their caregivers. We will highlight early literacy practices such as reading, writing, playing,…
Find out more »Preschool Pals
Held at Pickerington Main Library Get your preschooler ready for kindergarten with Preschool Pals, a class for 4- to 5-year-olds who are ready to try storytime on their own! Early literacy practices used in class…
Find out more »Introduction to Microsoft Word
Held at Pickerington Main. Introduction to Microsoft Word is a free class for adults. Beginners will learn how to create a document, and edit, enhance and format text. Wednesday, March 6 and Wednesday, March 20…
Find out more »Rhyme Time
Held at Pickerington Main Library Help your baby or young toddler develop a love of reading by introducing them to rhymes, songs, stories, and finger plays! Rhyme Time is for children 0-23 months and their…
Find out more »Toddler Time
Held at Pickerington Main Library Sing, dance, and hear great stories in this interactive 6-week class for 2- to 3-year olds and their caregivers. We will highlight early literacy practices such as reading, writing, playing,…
Find out more »Tech Week 2019 – Technology Playground
This event is open to all ages. Held at Pickerington Main Library. "Switch" it up during Tech Week at our technology playground. We will offer an array of games and gadgets to optimize this hands-on…
Find out more »Tech Week 2019 – Gaming Tournaments
Open to all ages at Pickerington Main. Got gaming skills? Compete in a 2K19 gaming tournament with your friends - win prizes! We will also have STEAM activities in the Barn for the younger kids.…
Find out more »Solution Saturdays
Held in Pickerington Main's digital classroom. Solution Saturdays! Bring your laptops, phones, tablets, and other devices to our technology trainers! We are offering drop-in help on the second and fourth Saturday of every month from…
Find out more »Dog Tales
Held at Pickerington Main. The Pickerington Public Library is partnering with The Connection to bring this dog therapy program for children ages 5-10. Register for a 20 minute one-on-one reading session with a canine buddy.…
Find out more »Homeschool Connect: Actual Size
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Homeschool Connect is a great way to make connections and network with other homeschool families. Classes will focus on science, art, literature and more and are designed for children in…
Find out more »Cricut Club!
Held at Pickerington Main. Creative Club is now Cricut Club! We meet on the third Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. You can bring your own Cricut and computer or use our equipment and…
Find out more »Introduction to Microsoft Word
Held at Pickerington Main. Introduction to Microsoft Word is a free class for adults. Beginners will learn how to create a document, and edit, enhance and format text. Wednesday, March 6 and Wednesday, March 20…
Find out more »Solution Saturdays
Held in Pickerington Main's digital classroom. Solution Saturdays! Bring your laptops, phones, tablets, and other devices to our technology trainers! We are offering drop-in help on the second and fourth Saturday of every month from…
Find out more »April 2019
Friends of the Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Pickerington Public Library Book Sale will be held April 3-7, 2019, at Pickerington Main. The sale begins on Wednesday, April 3, with a special pre-sale for Friends members only (the public…
Find out more »Introduction to Microsoft Excel
Held at Pickerington Main. Introduction to Microsoft Excel is a free class for adults. Beginners will learn how to create a spreadsheet, enter and format data, and use formulas! Wednesday, April 3 and Wednesday, April…
Find out more »Sensory Stories and Play
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Sensory Stories and Play is an all ages class specifically designed for children with special needs, combining books, songs, movement, and sensory activities into a program that stimulates all five…
Find out more »Brunch and Learn with Reference USA
Held at Pickerington Main Library. A free event for job seekers, business owners, and entrepreneurs! Reference USA is a free database available to Pickerington Public Library cardholders that offers market research and company information to…
Find out more »Dog Tales
Held at Pickerington Main Library. The Pickerington Public Library is partnering with The Connection to bring this dog therapy program for children ages 5-10. Register for a 20 minute one-on-one reading session with a canine…
Find out more »Solution Saturdays
Held in Pickerington Main's digital classroom. Solution Saturdays! Bring your laptops, phones, tablets, and other devices to our technology trainers! We are offering drop-in help on the second and fourth Saturday of every month from…
Find out more »Ohio House Rabbit Rescue Presents Bunnies!!!
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Ohio House Rabbit Rescue is one of our local rabbit rescue organizations: Learn about rabbit rescue and care at the Pickerington Public Main Library. There will be live rabbits at…
Find out more »Introduction to Microsoft Excel
Held at Pickerington Main. Introduction to Microsoft Excel is a free class for adults. Beginners will learn how to create a spreadsheet, enter and format data, and use formulas! Wednesday, April 3 and Wednesday, April…
Find out more »Homeschool Connect: Third Annual Science Fair
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Homeschool Connect is a great way to make connections and network with other homeschool families. Classes will focus on science, art, literature and more and are designed for children in…
Find out more »Library Closed
All locations of the Pickerington Public Library will be closed in observance of Easter. The library will resume regular hours on Monday, April 22.
Find out more »STEM Book Club
The April 22 session of STEM Book Club has been canceled. Please contact the Pickerington Main Youth Services Department, at 614-837-4104, ext. 231, with any questions. Held at Pickerington Main, for students in grades 4-5.…
Find out more »Princess / Superhero Day!
Held at Pickerington Main. It’s our favorite time of year, Princess / Superhero Day! Dress as your favorite princess or superhero and be our guest for an enchanted adventure with Belle and spin a web…
Find out more »Try-It Together Workshop
Dig into discovery and explore a paleontology research station with COSI! Using comparative anatomy , we’ll explore how prehistoric creatures might’ve lived: together, you’ll explore the differences between dinosaurs eggs, feel the different types of…
Find out more »Try-It Together Workshop
Dig into discovery and explore a paleontology research station with COSI! Using comparative anatomy , we’ll explore how prehistoric creatures might’ve lived: together, you’ll explore the differences between dinosaurs eggs, feel the different types of…
Find out more »Solution Saturdays
Held in Pickerington Main's digital classroom. Solution Saturdays! Bring your laptops, phones, tablets, and other devices to our technology trainers! We are offering drop-in help on the second and fourth Saturday of every month from…
Find out more »Tween Scene
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Calling all potato chip lovers in grades 5-8! We'll be putting your taste buds to work in this Taste Test Challenge. You will taste different types of potato chips to see if…
Find out more »May 2019
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint
Held at Pickerington Main. Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint is a free class for adults. Beginners will learn how to create a presentation, and edit, format and navigate slides! Wednesday, May 1 and Wednesday, May 15…
Find out more »Sensory Stories and Play
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Sensory Stories and Play is an all ages class specifically designed for children with special needs, combining books, songs, movement, and sensory activities into a program that stimulates all five…
Find out more »Paint Night
Held at Pickerington Main in Meeting Room A. Fluid art is an abstract painting method of pouring paint on a canvas. For our next paint night, we will be creating our own fluid art masterpieces.…
Find out more »Tales with the Tigers
Held at Pickerington Main Tales with the Tigers is an exciting collaborative partnership between PHSC English Teacher Mr. Pete Planisek and his students and our early literacy classes. Each year our Youth Services staff facilitates training with the high school…
Find out more »Tales with the Tigers
Held at Pickerington Main Tales with the Tigers is an exciting collaborative partnership between PHSC English Teacher Mr. Pete Planisek and his students and our early literacy classes. Each year our Youth Services staff facilitates training with the high school…
Find out more »Tales with the Tigers
Held at Pickerington Main Tales with the Tigers is an exciting collaborative partnership between PHSC English Teacher Mr. Pete Planisek and his students and our early literacy classes. Each year our Youth Services staff facilitates training with the high school…
Find out more »Tales with the Tigers
Held at Pickerington Main Tales with the Tigers is an exciting collaborative partnership between PHSC English Teacher Mr. Pete Planisek and his students and our early literacy classes. Each year our Youth Services staff facilitates training with the high school…
Find out more »Dog Tales
Held at Pickerington Main Library. The Pickerington Public Library is partnering with The Connection to bring this dog therapy program for children ages 5-10. Register for a 20 minute one-on-one reading session with a canine…
Find out more »Sound the Alarms!
Held at Pickerington Main Library Meet a local firefighter and explore a real fire truck! Ryan Heavner from the Violet Township Fire Department is suiting up for a fun-filled morning of stories and fire safety,…
Find out more »Solution Saturdays
Held in Pickerington Main's digital classroom. Solution Saturdays! Bring your laptops, phones, tablets, and other devices to our technology trainers! We are offering drop-in help on the second and fourth Saturday of every month from…
Find out more »Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint
Held at Pickerington Main. Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint is a free class for adults. Beginners will learn how to create a presentation, and edit, format and navigate slides! Wednesday, May 1 and Wednesday, May 15…
Find out more »Homeschool Connect: Field Day
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Homeschool Connect is a great way to make connections and network with other homeschool families. Classes will focus on science, art, literature and more and are designed for children in…
Find out more »Volunteer Training: Summer Reading
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Learn the ins and outs of this year's Summer Reading at the Pickerington Public Library. This is a required training for all current and new volunteers wishing to volunteer during…
Find out more »Solution Saturdays
Held in Pickerington Main's digital classroom. Solution Saturdays! Bring your laptops, phones, tablets, and other devices to our technology trainers! We are offering drop-in help on the second and fourth Saturday of every month from…
Find out more »Volunteer Training: Summer Reading
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Learn the ins and outs of this year's Summer Reading at the Pickerington Public Library. This is a required training for all current and new volunteers wishing to volunteer during…
Find out more »Library Closed
All locations of the Pickerington Public Library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. The library will resume regular hours on Tuesday, May 28.
Find out more »Friends of the Pickerington Public Library: Pop-up Book Sale
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Line up your next great summer read at the Friends of the Pickerington Public Library special kids and teens summer reading book sale. Get your entire family registered for Summer…
Find out more »June 2019
Friends of the Pickerington Public Library: Pop-up Book Sale
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Line up your next great summer read at the Friends of the Pickerington Public Library special kids and teens summer reading book sale. Get your entire family registered for Summer…
Find out more »Sensory Stories and Play
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Sensory Stories and Play is an all ages class specifically designed for children with special needs, combining books, songs, movement, and sensory activities into a program that stimulates all five…
Find out more »Summer Reading Kickoff with The Shazzbots
Visit Pickerington Main to blast off on your summer reading mission with The Shazzbots, an intergalactic rock ’n’ roll band and champions of music, art, science, and everything creative! Led by Captain Captain, this 5-member…
Find out more »Family Fun
Explore “A Universe of Stories” this summer at Pickerington Main. Held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 10 a.m., our summer early literacy classes are geared toward children ages 2-5, with all ages welcome…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon-1 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating a picture of the galaxy using paint. Registration is required. Registration…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 2 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating a picture of the galaxy using paint. Registration is required. Registration…
Find out more »Tinker Time for Grades K-2
It’s time to tinker at Pickerington Main! These classes, designed for students entering grades K-2 in the fall, focus on a variety of hands-on STEM activities that will keep young minds active during summer break. Classes…
Find out more »Thursday Thinkers for 3rd-5th Graders
It’s time to put on your thinking caps at Pickerington Main! These classes, designed for students entering grades 3-5 in the fall, focus on a variety of hands-on STEM activities that will keep minds active…
Find out more »Summer Rhyme Time
Held at Pickerington Main Library Help your baby or young toddler develop a love of reading by introducing them to rhymes, songs, stories, and finger plays! Rhyme Time is for children 0-23 months and their…
Find out more »Summer Rhyme Time
Held at Pickerington Main Library Help your baby or young toddler develop a love of reading by introducing them to rhymes, songs, stories, and finger plays! Rhyme Time is for children 0-23 months and their…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 1 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating a picture using oil pastels. Registration is required. Registration begin May…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 2 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating a picture using oil pastels. Registration is required. Registration begins May…
Find out more »Tween Scene
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Tweens in grades 5-8: Come out and take part in a life-size Battleship competition. Be warned…you may get wet! Summer Tweens will be every other Tuesday during Summer Reading from…
Find out more »Stitching N’ the Stacks: Yarn Craft Group
Held at Pickerington Main. This group is open to teens and adults. Do you love to crochet or knit? Are you looking for fellow crafters who share your passion? Then join our needlecrafting group! We…
Find out more »Video Game and Craft Drop-In
Held at Pickerington Main. This event is open to tweens and teens. Need to get out of the house, but don’t want to leave your game system? The library is here for you! For two…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 1 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating a stained glass work of art using sharpies and wax paper.…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 2 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating a stained glass work of art using sharpies and wax paper.…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 1 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating an abstract painting. Registration is required. Registration begins May 28.
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 2 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating an abstract painting. Registration is required. Registration begins May 28.
Find out more »Tween Scene
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Tweens in grades 5-8: We will be creating galaxy inspired tie-dye shirts. You bring a shirt and we will supply the rest. Summer Tweens will be every other Tuesday during…
Find out more »Anime/Manga Club
Held at Pickerington Main. This is a free event for tweens and teens. Obsessed with anime and manga? Bursting at the seams to talk about My Hero Academia, Toradora, Fairy Tail, and more? Come hang…
Find out more »Cosmic Comedy Magic Show
You won’t believe your eyes when Gordon the Magician presents his Cosmic Comedy Magic Show at Pickerington Main Library. Full of fast-paced fun and lots of audience participation, kids of all ages are sure to…
Find out more »July 2019
Art in the Afternoon- 1 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating a work of art inspired by the artist Jackson Pollack. Registration…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 2 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating a work of art inspired by the artist Jackson Pollack. Registration…
Find out more »Library Closed
All locations of the Pickerington Public Library will be closed today in observance of Independence Day. The library will resume regular hours on Friday, July 5.
Find out more »Sensory Stories and Play
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Sensory Stories and Play is an all ages class specifically designed for children with special needs, combining books, songs, movement, and sensory activities into a program that stimulates all five…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 1 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating works of art using clay. Registration is required. Registration begins May…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 2 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating works of art using clay. Registration is required. Registration begins May…
Find out more »Tween Scene
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Tweens in grades 5-8: We will be making our own constellation in a jar to light up your room. Summer Tweens will be every other Tuesday during Summer Reading from…
Find out more »Book Tasting
Held at Pickerington Main. Dine on delightful reads! For one night only, the Pickerington Main Library will become a five star restaurant. Discover a menu of book recommendations as you rotate through each table and…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 1 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating a watercolor painting. Registration is required. Registration begins May 28.
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 2 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating a watercolor painting. Registration is required. Registration begins May 28.
Find out more »Modern Pop Art Experience and Collage Workshop with Artist Michael Albert
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Join us for a modern pop art experience! New York artist Michael Albert will be conducting a cereal box collage workshop for school age children and their families.
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 1 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be decorated a creating a marbleized ceramic tile using sharpies and rubbing alcohol.…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 2 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be decorated a creating a marbleized ceramic tile using sharpies and rubbing alcohol.…
Find out more »Tween Scene
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Tweens in grades 5-8: Have you ever wondered what astronauts eat in space? This is your opportunity to taste some astronaut food and create your own edible Mars rover. Summer…
Find out more »The Community Table: Effective Fundraising through Events
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Susan Urano, Executive Director of the Athens County Foundation and author of The Community Table, visits Pickerington Main Library to discuss her recent book, which translates years of nonprofit experience…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 1 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating a still life picture using various mediums. Registration is required. Registration…
Find out more »Art in the Afternoon- 2 p.m. Class
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Art in the Afternoon is for children who are going into grades 3-6. This week we will be creating a still life picture using various mediums. Registration is required. Registration…
Find out more »August 2019
DIY Drop In
Held at Pickerington Main. It’s a crafter-ganza! Buttons, vinyl decals, and creative madness…oh my! If you’re a crafter, or just want to try out the crafter lifestyle, you can use our Cricut machine to cut…
Find out more »Sensory Stories and Play
Held at Pickerington Main Library. Sensory Stories and Play is an all ages class specifically designed for children with special needs, combining books, songs, movement, and sensory activities into a program that stimulates all five…
Find out more »Teen Lock-In
Held at Pickerington Main. Want to have a nerf gun fight in the library? Want to be invited to the most exclusive library party of the year? Well, it’s time to get your Summer Reading…
Find out more »Zoo to You: Summer Reading Finale
Celebrate all the reading your family has done this summer with a special visit from the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s animal ambassadors! Held at Pickerington Main, this program may include mammals, reptiles, and birds. Don’t…
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