Adult Programs
Literary Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesSubmissions 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.
Yarn Ghost
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesGet 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.
Ghost Painting for Adults
Wheelersburg Library 10745 Old Gallia Pike, Wheelersburg, OH, United StatesGet 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...
Adult Painting – Halloween Globe
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United States.
A Novel Idea Book Group
Free reading event. A Novel Idea Book Group meets monthly at Adams Flying Pigs in Wheelersburg. For more information call 740-354-5688 or visit yourppl.org. Book Selection: Strange Folk by Alli Dyer.
Dungeons and Dragons – Campaign
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesGo on epic adventures and battle deadly foes in the 5th edition of this popular role-playing game. All levels of experience and skill are welcome! Join the fun from 5:30 – 7:30pm in the Meeting Room. Ages 18+.
Cookbook Club
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesJoin us in the meeting room for spooky Halloween food crafts, costume party, games, and more!
Ghost Craft
Lucasville Library 103 State Route 728, Lucasville, OH, United StatesAdults are welcome to join us at the Lucasville Library on Monday, October 20th at 6pm for a craft program where we will be making ghosts! During this fun Halloween craft, we will be using cheesecloth's and other materials to create an adorable spooky ghost that you can display wherever...
Shadow Boxes
New Boston Library 3850 Rhodes Avenue, New Boston, OH, United StatesJoin us at the New Boston library to create Shadow Boxes. Using materials such as moss, crystals, artificial butterflies, and other atmospheric elements, you’ll create a piece that adds a distinctive touch—be it whimsical or gothic—to your home. To register, please call 740-456-4412.
Caring for Your Treasures
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesIn observing National Preservation Month, we will present information on how to care and archive your family treasures. Participants will learn how to preserve different items and the materials/methods of preservation. The event will be held in the Copley Room at the main location on October 21 at 4 p.m..For...
