February 2018
Smile for Science!
Do you have teeth? Do you want to know more about? Come to our program, Smile for Science and discover fun, science-y ways of learning more about healthy teeth! We will read a book about…
Find out more »Columbus Zoo at Sycamore Plaza
This is a free program for All Ages. THIS PROGRAM IS NOW FULL. Thanks for your interest...and please keeping checking back for more great programs. In order to give everybody a chance to participate, if…
Find out more »Sycamore Plaza Storytime
This storytime is for children ages 2 – 6 years. Each storytime will include some stories, songs, finger plays, and group activities. No registration is required for this storytime.
Find out more »March 2018
Sycamore Plaza Family Fun Night
This program is for children of all ages. No registration is required. Family Fun Night is a six week program session designed to enrich children’s life experiences through literacy, exploration, and play. Each week will…
Find out more »Foxes in Folklore
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. Thanks for your interest. Stay tuned for more great Pickerington Public Library programming. Please join the library as we host the Ironwood Wolves to talk about the popularity of foxes in fairytales and artwork. …
Find out more »Container Gardens: Peppers and Palms Among the Petunias
Ready to spice up your container gardens with a plant other than geraniums? Join horticulture expert Dr. Mark Miller as he explores container gardening by adding edibles to your traditional pots planted with ornamentals. We'll also learn…
Find out more »Merry Unbirthday!
Celebrate everyone's birthday whether it's today or not! Have fun playing party games, eating cake, drinking punch, and generally having a chance to be as mad as the Mad Hatter. This will be Tuesday, March…
Find out more »April 2018
Meet the Author: Mindy McGinnis!
This is a free program for teens and adults. Before you attend the Ohioana Book Festival on Saturday, April 14, meet author and teen librarian Mindy McGinnis! The Edgar Award-winning author of acclaimed novels The…
Find out more »Introducing the Dinosaurs
Interested in Dinosaurs? Want to know more about them? Join us on Monday, April 16th at 6:00pm when Dale Gnidovec, Curator of the Orton Geological Museum at The Ohio State University, comes to discuss these marvelous beasts…
Find out more »Living with a House Rabbit – “Tails” of Rescued Rabbits
Ohio House Rabbit Rescue is one of our local rabbit rescue organizations. Come learn about rabbit rescue and care at the Sycamore Plaza Branch on April 21st 2018 starting at 1 p.m. There will be…
Find out more »Money Smart Week: Grocery Budgeting and Meal Planning with Kroger
Money Smart Week is back! From April 21-28, visit all locations of the Pickerington Public Library for free programs that will help you learn how to save! Is your grocery bill out of control? Jarod…
Find out more »May 2018
Free Comic Book Day
Celebrate your love a comics with a free comic book courtesy of Comic Town in Columbus. While you are here, make sure to stop by our craft station and create a comic themed magnet!
Find out more »Ani-May
Ani-May? Ani-Yes!!! Come to Sycamore Plaza Library on May 5th from 2-4 to watch some anime! We will select three FIRST episodes and then you will decide which to continue watching for the remaining…
Find out more »Build Your Cat a Castle
Does your cat or other small furry creature friend like boxes? Come create a new house, castle or fort for you animal. No registration needed. Supplies will be provided. All ages are welcome!
Find out more »Meet the Author: Robin Yocum
This is a free program for adults. He’s a Westerville resident and a former crime and investigative reporter with The Columbus Dispatch. He is the author of the critically acclaimed books A Brilliant Death and…
Find out more »Summer Reading Registration @ Sycamore Plaza
Registration for the 2018 Summer Reading Program–Libraries ROCK! begins today. Register the first week and enter your name for a drawing to win a basket full of fun items.
Find out more »June 2018
Sycamore Plaza Family Storytime – Saturday Style!
Storytime for the whole family! Enjoy stories, songs, finger plays and group activities. We will also have a craft or activity that go with the stories. No registration is required for this storytime.
Find out more »Sycamore Plaza Storytime
This storytime is for children ages 2 – 6 years. Each storytime will include some stories, songs, finger plays, and group activities. No registration is required for this storytime.
Find out more »Sycamore Summer Craft
Children and Adults both love to make things! That’s why here at Sycamore Plaza, we are going to offering crafts to both the young and slightly older. We are going to be alternating craft days…
Find out more »Crash Test Dummies
Like water balloons? Like throwing them? How about coming to Crash Test Dummies to see if you can protect a water balloon from breaking when thrown? Sound like fun, then be at Sycamore Plaza Library…
Find out more »Science of Cooking
Join the Caravan Chefs for a one-of-a-kind cooking demo that discusses the science behind some basic cooking techniques. Eat, laugh, and learn in a relaxed atmosphere as the Caravan brings their fun brand of culinary…
Find out more »Sycamore Summer Craft
Children and Adults both love to make things! That’s why here at Sycamore Plaza, we are going to offering crafts to both the young and slightly older. We are going to be alternating craft days…
Find out more »Family Dance Party
Open to all ages. Come and show off your moves with 30 minutes of dancing fun.
Find out more »Ohio Nature Education Presents Nocturnal Animals
Ohio Nature Education helps us explore nocturnal animals, their characteristics and what makes them able to survive in the dark of the night. This is a free program for All Ages. Registration is required. REGISTRATION FOR…
Find out more »July 2018
100 Years Since WWI
2018 marks 100 years since the end of the First World War. Help us commemorate this milestone with a wonderful WWI program presented by the Ohio History Connection.
Find out more »Sycamore Summer Craft
Children and Adults both love to make things! That’s why here at Sycamore Plaza, we are going to offering crafts to both the young and slightly older. We are going to be alternating craft days…
Find out more »Dr Insecta’s Incredible Unforgettable Bug Lab Experience
Get Ready to Get Bugged...Dr Insecta is coming to visit and he is bringing along some creepy, crawly friends. Come to Sycamore Plaza Library on July 11th, 2018 at 2 pm to witness the Incredible…
Find out more »Live Action Angry Birds
Those darn pigs just keep stealing our eggs. Come to Sycamore Plaza Library and get your Angry Bird on! Build towers! Knock ‘em down! Fling Birds! Get back at those pigs.
Find out more »Library Mini-Golf
Come enjoy Mini Golf at the Sycamore Plaza Library as Summer Reading is coming to an end. We will have 6(7) holes for the whole family to enjoy. The course will take you throughout the…
Find out more »August 2018
Write Your Own (Bad) Poem
Like poetry? Like really bad poetry? Want to try your hand at making your own poetic masterpiece? Come to Sycamore Plaza on August 18 to try your hand at becoming the next Shel Silverstein or…
Find out more »ACT-SAT Prep Class
Held in the Sycamore Plaza Digital Classroom. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 4: Register here Thursday May 16: Registration opens April 16 If you are a grade 9-12 student getting ready to take the ACT or SAT,…
Find out more »September 2018
Sycamore Plaza’s First Birthday Party
Sycamore Plaza Library is turning one and we are celebrating in a big way! Stop by for some birthday cake and stay for the petting zoo, live performance with Anna and the Consequences, and a…
Find out more »Storytime – Saturday Style!
This early literacy class is for children ages 2-6 years. Each session will include some stories, songs, finger plays, and group activities: there will be a craft or activity with every session. Activities can include:…
Find out more »Sycamore Plaza Storytime
This early literacy class is for children ages 2 – 6 years. Each session will include stories, songs, finger plays, and group activities. No registration is required for this storytime. Our early literacy classes are…
Find out more »Family Read Aloud
Who doesn’t like being read to? Come to Family Read Aloud and experience the joy of reading without actually having to read yourself. We will read 1-2 chapters every week until the book is done.…
Find out more »How to Write an Essay
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Register for April 25 class here. One of the hardest things a 7-12 grade student will ever have to do is write a research paper. This class helps to alleviate…
Find out more »PPL Book Club at Sycamore Plaza Library
The PPL Book Club meets twice each month: Book Club members can choose between attending the meeting on the third Tuesday of the month, at 7 p.m. at the Pickerington Main Library, or attending a…
Find out more »Buttons for Your Backpack
School is back in session and the Homework Help Center is back open! Celebrate with us in the HHC by making Buttons for Your Backpack. Choose an image, print it, and turn it into a…
Find out more »Wildlife Encounter
Love Ohio Wildlife? Want to learn more about them and actually meet some? Join us on Saturday, September 29th at 1 p.m. when educators from the Ohio Wildlife Center, along with some Animal Ambassadors, which…
Find out more »October 2018
Sensory Storytime
Sensory Storytime is a class specifically designed for children with special needs, combining books, songs, movement, and sensory activities into a program that stimulates all five senses and promotes learning in a fun way. It…
Find out more »The Strange and Spooky World of James A. Willis
Come celebrate this ghostly time of year with paranormal investigator and author James Willis. Willis will tell us his personal strange and spooky stories about Ohio from his last 30 years of chasing ghosts and…
Find out more »Spooky Magic
Sycamore Plaza welcomes Jim Kleefeld who will be presenting a Spooky Magic Show for kids and families. Come join us October 20 at 2 p.m. for an hour of magical fun.
Find out more »November 2018
Sensory Storytime
Sensory Storytime is a class specifically designed for children with special needs, combining books, songs, movement, and sensory activities into a program that stimulates all five senses and promotes learning in a fun way. It…
Find out more »Sycamore Plaza Storytime
This early literacy class is for children ages 2 – 6 years. Each session will include stories, songs, finger plays, and group activities. No registration is required! Our early literacy classes are weekly programs designed…
Find out more »Library Wide Community Service Project
Looking for a way to give back this holiday season? Join us as we give back to the community by making no-sew fleece scarves. We will be donating our finished scarves to the Dorothy Steiner…
Find out more »German-Speaking Ancestors – The Beginning and End
Is genealogy of interest to you - especially German genealogy? Hear Nancy Ottman, guest speaker for the Ohio Chapter Palatines to America, speak about Beginning German Genealogy Research and Cemeteries in Germany: Funeral Laws…
Find out more »December 2018
Sensory Storytime
Sensory Storytime is a class specifically designed for children with special needs, combining books, songs, movement, and sensory activities into a program that stimulates all five senses and promotes learning in a fun way. It…
Find out more »Coloring (and Cookies)
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Getting stressed from the holidays or just like coloring? Come eat cookies and color to your heart’s content. Open to all ages.
Find out more »Craft It! Vintage Snow Globes
Make your very own winter wonderland! We are transforming mason jars into vintage inspired snow globes that feature a snowy forest landscape. Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. All supplies will be provided. Registration is now…
Find out more »Last Family Dance Party of 2018
Last dance party of the year, so come and show off your moves with 30 minutes of dancing fun. Balloons, bubbles and so much FUN!!! Open to all ages!
Find out more »Noon Year’s Eve
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Break out your best pajamas and ring in the New Year early with a kid-centered countdown to noon! Partygoers will enjoy a noontime balloon drop, crafts, games, and mocktail toast. …
Find out more »January 2019
Yoga at Your Library
Hosted at Sycamore Plaza Library. Experience all the benefits yoga has to offer, in the most serene and quiet place you can think of - your local library! Raw Yoga of Reynoldsburg will lead an…
Find out more »Sensory Storytime
Sensory Storytime is a class specifically designed for children with special needs, combining books, songs, movement, and sensory activities into a program that stimulates all five senses and promotes learning in a fun way. It…
Find out more »Second Annual Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Stuffed animals are such a huge part of children's lives, and we can't wait for their favorite stuffed animal friends to have another exciting overnight stay at our Sycamore Plaza Library branch - especially when they…
Find out more »Sycamore Plaza Storytime
This early literacy class is for children ages 2 – 6 years. Each session will include stories, songs, finger plays, and group activities. No registration is required for this storytime. Our early literacy classes are…
Find out more »Family Read Aloud
Connect with your family and experience read aloud stories at Sycamore Plaza. Our next selection is a family favorite, Charlotte’s Web. Experience these beloved characters all over again.
Find out more »Craft It!: Dream Catcher Class
Registration is now full. Please contact the Sycamore Plaza Library at 614-837-4383 to be added to the waitlist. Thank you! What is a dream catcher? According to Ojibwa legend, Asibikaashi (Spider Woman), brought the sun…
Find out more »Meet the Author! Janet Beard
Pickerington Public Library welcomes Janet Beard for a book signing and discussion of her latest work of historical fiction, The Atomic City Girls. This highly acclaimed novel delves into the lives of men and women who…
Find out more »Gator Dave’s Safari Adventures Presents Creepy Crawlies!
Gator Dave is taking us along on a winter safari adventure – and he’s not alone! His creepy, crawly animal ambassadors will be here for a learning experience on wildlife and conservation that is perfect…
Find out more »February 2019
Sensory Storytime
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Sensory Storytime 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 senses and…
Find out more »Storytime, Saturday Style
Hosted at Sycamore Plaza Library. This early literacy class is for children ages 2 – 6 years. Each session will include stories, songs, finger plays, and group activities. No registration is required for this storytime.…
Find out more »Book Buzz with Penguin Random House
This is a free program for teens and adults. A welcome return of one of our most popular events: Book Buzz is back! Our Penguin Random House representative will be skyping in this February to give…
Find out more »March 2019
Sensory Storytime
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Sensory Storytime 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 senses and…
Find out more »Mighty Hedgehogs
This event for all ages will be held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Experts from the Hedgehog Welfare Society will introduce us to the might and majesty of the ever-adorable hedgehog. Learn all about their diet,…
Find out more »Sycamore Plaza Storytime
This early literacy class is for children ages 2 – 6 years. Each session will include stories, songs, finger plays, and group activities. No registration is required for this storytime. Our early literacy classes are…
Find out more »Tech Week 2019 – Drop-in DIY
Open to all ages at Sycamore Plaza. Explore the library's new Cricut Creative Suite. Get inspired, cut and create. Drop-in DIY from 12-2 p.m.
Find out more »Tech Week 2019 – Technology Playground
This event is open to all ages. Held at the Sycamore Plaza Branch. "Switch" it up during Tech Week at our technology playground. We will offer an array of games and gadgets to optimize this…
Find out more »Family Dance Party
Sycamore Plaza is hosting a Family Dance Party. Show off your moves with 30 minutes of dancing fun: balloons, bubbles and so much FUN!!! Open to all ages. No registration is required: just show up…
Find out more »Library Board of Trustees Meeting
The Pickerington Public Library Board of Trustees meetings are held the third Monday of the month. Open to the public. Sign in for public participation. The Finance Advisory Board Committee meets 30 minutes prior to…
Find out more »Merry Unbirthday!
It doesn't have to be your birthday to celebrate a Merry Unbirthday at Sycamore Plaza Library: have as much fun as a Mad Hatter, complete with party games, cake, and punch! This open house event…
Find out more »Tween Scene
LOCATION CHANGE: Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Are you are in grades 5-8 and need something to do during spring break? Stop by the Sycamore Plaza Library to test your engineering skills: See if you can…
Find out more »Meet Mouse!
LOCATION CHANGE: Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Meet Mouse, the hungry star of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, during our Spring Break Activity Day at Sycamore Plaza! Mouse will appear at 10:15 for…
Find out more »Edible Flower Power
This is a free event for teens and adults, held at Sycamore Plaza Library. We love to look at flowers, but why on earth would anyone want to eat them? Mary Newman, co-author of Edible Flowers: A…
Find out more »April 2019
Craft It! Mason Jar Bunny
REGISTRATION IS NOW FULL. Please contact Sycamore Plaza Library at 614-837-4383 to be added to the wait list. Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Spring is here! Create a one-of-a-kind Mason Jar Bunny to celebrate the…
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 »Ohioana Preview Event: Brian Alexander
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Meet Brian Alexander, born and raised in Lancaster, Ohio and author of Glass House, an award winning non-fiction book about Anchor Hocking in Lancaster, Ohio. Brian will be discussing Glass House and…
Find out more »May 2019
Container Gardening
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library Container Gardens are the perfect way to brighten up any small space! This class for adults will teach you everything you need to know to make your container garden thrive,…
Find out more »ACT-SAT Prep Class
Held in the Sycamore Plaza Digital Classroom. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday May 16: Registration opens April 16 Register here If you are a grade 9-12 student getting ready to take the ACT or SAT, you may be…
Find out more »Escape Rooms with Trapped Columbus
Held in the Sycamore Plaza Meeting Room. This event is free for all ages. Get ready to pit your puzzle-solving skills and your wits against the game-makers at Trapped Columbus: they’re bringing two interactive escape…
Find out more »June 2019
Raising Readers
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Great for the whole family, this early literacy class will get children of ages 2-6 excited about reading! We will feature talking, singing, reading, writing and playing to help your…
Find out more »Family Read Aloud
Connect with your family and experience read aloud stories at Sycamore Plaza. Our next selection is a family favorite, The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup and a…
Find out more »STEAM-y Craft for Youths and Families
Sycamore Plaza Library invites all ages to enjoy some STEAM-y fun with crafts and activities this summer. Some of our activities may require more adult assistance than others. Week 1 (June 4): Make a Pinwheel…
Find out more »Raising Readers
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library Great for the whole family, this early literacy class will get children of ages 2-6 excited about reading! We will feature talking, singing, reading, writing and playing to help your…
Find out more »Saturday Stories and Songs
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Great for the whole family, this early literacy class will get children of ages 2-6 excited about reading! We will feature talking, singing, reading, writing and playing to help your…
Find out more »Fortnite Open Play
Sycamore Plaza Library is offering two free Fortnite events for tweens and teens who are fans of the game: attend open play sessions on June 8 and July 6! There are a limited number of…
Find out more »Library Board of Trustees Meeting
The Pickerington Public Library Board of Trustees meetings are held the third Monday of the month. Open to the public. Sign in for public participation. The Finance Advisory Board Committee meets 30 minutes prior to…
Find out more »Jim Kleefeld Presents Outer Space Magic
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. See magic that is out of this world! This free event is for all ages. Registration is required. Registration will open May 28.
Find out more »Exploring Nature Through the Lens of a Hobby Photographer
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. You don’t need an expensive camera or fancy equipment to take great pictures! This class for adults and teens will provide plenty of tips and tricks for photography amateurs looking…
Find out more »Wellness Series: Lunch and Learn
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. This monthly series for adults hosted by Massage Therapy of Ohio will give you the knowledge to empower your wellness. Bring a brown bag lunch and enjoy a lively educational…
Find out more »Craft It! Red, White, and Blue Star Garland
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Join other adults and teens for a patriotic and stress free night of crafting! Celebrate Independence Day and create your own festive garland. All supplies will be provided. Registration is…
Find out more »July 2019
Reach to the Stars! Hands On Astronomy
Sycamore Plaza welcomes Ohio Nature Education for a hands on astronomy lesson. Delve into how big our universe is by getting your hands in play dough, or making a pocket solar system which is yours…
Find out more »Out of This World Board Game Event
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. We are combining our love for board games and space in this all ages event! Stop by the library and enjoy space-themed board games with your family and friends -…
Find out more »Bad Art Contest
Sycamore Plaza Library is sponsoring a Bad Art Contest for tweens and teens: have fun creating bad art in a no-pressure atmosphere. Supplies will be provided and a prize will be awarded to the best…
Find out more »Library Mini-Golf
Sycamore Plaza Library is hosting a free Library Mini-Golf event for all ages. Enjoy a game of mini golf as Summer Reading is coming to an end. We will have 6 holes for the whole…
Find out more »September 2019
Raising Readers
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library Great for the whole family, this early literacy class will get children of ages 2-6 excited about reading! We will feature talking, singing, reading, writing and playing to help your…
Find out more »Library Board of Trustees Meeting
The Pickerington Public Library Board of Trustees meetings are held the third Monday of the month. Open to the public. Sign in for public participation. The Finance Advisory Board Committee meets 30 minutes prior to…
Find out more »Buttons for Your Backpack
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. School is back in session and the Homework Help Center is open! Celebrate with us by making Buttons for Your Backpack: choose an image, print it, and turn it into…
Find out more »November 2019
Raising Readers
Held at Sycamore Plaza Library. Great for the whole family, this early literacy class will get children of ages 2-6 excited about reading! We will feature talking, singing, reading, writing and playing to help your…
Find out more »December 2019
Coloring (and Cookies)
Sycamore Plaza Library is hosting a craft event: eat cookies, color to your heart’s content, and forget all about the holiday craziness. All ages are welcome and supplies are provided. No registration required.
Find out more »Library Board of Trustees Meeting
The Pickerington Public Library Board of Trustees meetings are held the third Monday of the month. Open to the public. Sign in for public participation. The Finance Advisory Board Committee meets 30 minutes prior to…
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