Scioto County Public Library

Children's Craft-Love Potions
2026-02-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | South Webster Library, 496 Webster Street, South Webster, OH, 45682, United States
Children’s craft at 6:00pm. Love Potions – The season of love is near, so come to the South Webster Library and create your very own Sensory Love Potion! All supplies provided. For more information, call the South Webster Branch Library at 740-778-2122.

Computer, Switch and VR Gaming
2026-02-11 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-02-18 02:30 - 16:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Come play games with friends on our gaming laptops, Nintendo Switch or try out one of our Oculus Quest systems. You can even bring your own system to play. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.

Make your own abominable snowman
2026-02-11 14:30 - 16:30 | Bookmobile
We will be using construction paper, glue and a plastic fork.

Sweet Hearts Dance Party
2026-02-11 16:00 - 17:00 | New Boston Library, 3850 Rhodes Avenue, New Boston, OH, 45662, United States
Children are invited to a Valentine’s Day party filled with dancing, holiday activities, and a mini- tea party with a library stuffed animal. Join us as we boogie, pause, and shake the evening away while listening to some holiday stories.

Guest Speaker: Soil Painting
2026-02-12 14:30 - 16:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Learn the importance of healthy soil and what a conservation office does to protect it. We will also create a soil watercolor painting using real Ohio soil.

Friendship Rocks
2026-02-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Wheelersburg Library, 10745 Old Gallia Pike, Wheelersburg, OH, 45694, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a fun and creative craft at the Wheelersburg Library! Kids are invited to paint colorful friendship rocks with kind messages and heart-filled designs to share with friends or family.

Book Lovers Book Club
2026-02-12 16:00 - 17:00 | New Boston Library, 3850 Rhodes Avenue, New Boston, OH, 45662, United States
A fiction book club that encourages adults to join us every second Thursday of the month to discuss the current book title selection. This is an engaging opportunity for adults to read some popular book titles and explore newer authors.
February selection: The Busybody Book Club by Freya Sampson

Science for Tweens
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Join us for an exciting exploration of chemistry! Whether you’re an aspiring scientist or simply intrigued by the workings of the world, this event is sure to spark your enthusiasm for discovery. Come along as we explore the fascinating reactions that occur when two chemicals interact.
For ages 6 to 12

Trivia Night
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Join us for a fun night of treats, trivia and laughs. Come as a team or solo, but be sure to bring your A game for a chance to win a prize. We will meet on the Adult Services floor this month.

Family Storytime
2026-02-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-20 11:00 - 12:00 | South Webster Library, 496 Webster Street, South Webster, OH, 45682, United States
Family Story time is for any child 6 and under. Join us as we read, play and craft. The program begins at 11:00am and lasts about an hour. For more information, call the South Webster Library at 778-2122.

Free Day Friday
2026-02-13 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-02-20 14:30 - 16:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Stop by the Library to make a craft, play card or board games or compete with others on a fun computer/VR game. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.

Tweens - Valentine's Day Card Craft
2026-02-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Lucasville Library, 103 Lucasville-Minford Rd, Lucasville, OH, 45648, United States
Tweens are invited to the Lucasville Library to craft a personalized, homemade card, just in time for Valentine’s Day. This program will take place at 4PM on Friday, February 13th. For more information, please call us at 740-259-6119.

Family Storytime
2026-02-13 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-02-20 16:30 - 17:30 | New Boston Library, 3850 Rhodes Avenue, New Boston, OH, 45662, United States
Develop your child’s love of reading by joining us at the New Boston Library for our Family Storytimes! Children will have fun learning through stories and developing fine motor skills through creative play.
This program is designed for children ages 6 and under.

Valentine's Sweet Shoppe: DIY Edible Gifts
2026-02-14 14:00 - 14:30 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Choose to create candy roses, lollipop cherries, or a personalized candy mix for your loved ones this holiday!

Toddler Time
2026-02-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Lucasville Library, 103 Lucasville-Minford Rd, Lucasville, OH, 45648, United States
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 January 26th through April 11th. Come and enjoy stories, songs, and playtime. For more information call 740-259-6119.

Wheelersburg Storytime!
2026-02-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Wheelersburg Library, 10745 Old Gallia Pike, Wheelersburg, OH, 45694, United States
Bring the kids for stories, crafts, and fun activities!

Teen Craft: Mask Decorating
2026-02-17 14:30 - 16:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Celebrate Mardi Gras at home by creating a one of a kind mask to keep. Join us at 2:30 in the Meeting Room.

Family Storytime
2026-02-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Lucasville Library, 103 Lucasville-Minford Rd, Lucasville, OH, 45648, United States
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.

Cookbook Club Presents: Revolutionary War Cooking
2026-02-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
In honor of President’s Day, join us with special guest P.J. Davis to learn about Revolutionary War cooking methods and to learn about his new cookbook.

True Crime Club, Zodiac Killer
2026-02-17 18:00 - 19:45 | South Webster Library, 496 Webster Street, South Webster, OH, 45682, United States
True Crime Club, Zodiac Killer case Unfolded. We will be reading the “Zodiac: The Shocking True Story of the Hunt for the Nation’s Most Elusive Serial Killer” We will focus on this case, give theories, suspects and coverage. Light refreshments will be provided. Registration is required. Open to all Adults. For questions call the South Webster Library at 740-778-2122.

Trivia
2026-02-19 14:30 - 16:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Test your knowledge and compete for fabulous prizes and snacks. Join us at 2:30 for the fun!

Tween Lego Club
2026-02-19 16:00 - 17:00 | South Webster Library, 496 Webster Street, South Webster, OH, 45682, United States
Tween Lego Club. Bring your imagination to life and build to your heart’s content! You and your creation may be featured in our LEGO Hall of Fame! For more information, call the South Webster Library at 740-778-2122.

A Novel Idea Book Group
2026-02-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Free reading event. A Novel Idea Book Group meets monthly at Slow Drip Coffee. For more information call 740-354-5688 or visit yourppl.org. Book Selection: Little Women (Part 2) by Louisa May Alcott.

Dungeons & Dragons: Campaign Group
2026-02-21 14:30 - 16:30 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Go 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 2:30 – 4:30pm in the Meeting Room. Ages 18+.

Dungeons & Dragons: Teen Campaign
2026-02-23 14:30 - 16:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Go 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! 2:30pm in the Meeting Room.

Teens - Temporary Tattoo Mugs
2026-02-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Lucasville Library, 103 Lucasville-Minford Rd, Lucasville, OH, 45648, United States
On Monday, February 23rd at 4pm the Lucasville Library will be having a Temporary Tattoo Mug craft activity for teens. Those in attendance will get to use temporary tattoos to personally design ceramic mugs! For more information, call 740-259-6119.
