Events

Ongoing

Literary Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth

Submissions accepted October 1st- October 15th. Enter our annual pumpkin painting contest to win a prize. All ages are welcome! You must provide your own materials. Pumpkins may not be carved and submissions must have a literary theme. Winners will be announced October 17th.

Free

Toddler Time

Lucasville Library 103 State Route 728, Lucasville

It’s never too early to begin a child’s reading journey! Toddlers are welcome to join us at the Lucasville Library for Toddler Time. Sessions are on Tuesdays at 11am and will run from September 2nd to November 8th. Come and enjoy stories, songs, and playtime. For more information call 740-259-6119.

Free

Bookworms: Preschool Storytime

Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth

Learn to become an independent reader with Miss Hailey as we venture into silly stories, fun songs, crafty activities all while we learn together and build skills necessary to start Kindergarten! Engaging, play-based activities Fun, interactive books Silly songs and dances Social, emotional, and academic development Kids learn while having...

Pumpkin Painting

Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth

Join us to paint a pumpkin Tuesday afternoon. Take your pumpkin home or enter them into our Literary Pumpkin Painting Contest for a chance to win a prize.

Free

Yarn Ghost

Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth

Get into the Halloween spirit by creating a spooky yet adorable ghost made out of yarn.This program will be held on Tuesday, October 14 at 4 pm at the main library location in the Copley meeting room. Ages tween to adult. Please call 740-354-5304 to register.

Free

Family Storytime

Lucasville Library 103 State Route 728, Lucasville

Children are invited to the Lucasville Library for Family Storytime! Join us every Tuesday at 4PM for songs, stories, and a craft. This program is geared towards children ages 6 and under. Please call 740-259-6119 for more information.

Free

Baby Nightclub

Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth

JOIN US FOR THIS EXCLUSIVE EVENT FOR KIDDOS 0 TO 4! Music & sensory light show perfect for parents and their little ones to dance the evening away. Build their brains with a fun evening!

Ghost Painting for Adults

Wheelersburg Library 10745 Old Gallia Pike, Wheelersburg

Get into the spirit of creativity at the Wheelersburg Library with a fun and spooky painting program just for adults! In this lighthearted art session, you'll create your own ghost-themed masterpiece—cute, creepy, or somewhere in between. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking for a good time, this program...

Children’s Program: Pumpkin Painting!

South Webster Library 496 Webster Street, South Webster

It’s time for all things SPOOKY! Join us at the South Webster Library as we celebrate Halloween with pumpkin painting, and of course CANDY! All supplies provided. For more information, call the South Webster Branch Library at 740-778-2122.