Scioto County Public Library

Computer, Switch & VR Gaming
2026-04-08 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-04-15 14:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Monarch Keepsake
2026-04-08 16:00 - 17:00 | New Boston Library, 3850 Rhodes Avenue, New Boston, OH, 45662, United States
Children are welcome to join us as we learn about caterpillar life cycles. You will also create your very own butterfly handprint suncatcher.

Guest Speaker: Ohio Mammals
2026-04-09 14:30 - 16:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Learn about Ohio mammals such as the Bobcat and Fox and check out real mammal furs. Put your animal knowledge to the test in animal trivia and compete for prizes!

Spring Time Tile Painting
2026-04-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Showcase your creative skills in this super fun painting craft! Spring is near and this tile
painting craft will get you into the springtime spirit. All ages. Main library location.
Please call 740-354-5304 to register.

Book Lovers Book Club
2026-04-09 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.
April selection: The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren

Children's Rock Painting
2026-04-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Wheelersburg Library, 10745 Old Gallia Pike, Wheelersburg, OH, 45694, United States
Kids can paint rocks to either take home or add to the Wheelersburg Library’s Garden!

Trivia Night
2026-04-09 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.

April 10
2026-04-10 11:00 - 12:00 | South Webster Library, 496 Webster Street, South Webster, OH, 45682, United States
Storytime: 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
2026-04-10 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-04-17 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 - Paper Plushies Craft
2026-04-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Lucasville Library, 103 Lucasville-Minford Rd, Lucasville, OH, 45648, United States
Tweens are invited to the Lucasville Library on Friday, April 10th at 4PM to create their own paper plushies! For those who have never made them, they are very easy and fully customizable! For more information, please call us at 740-259-6119.

Family Storytime
2026-04-10 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.

RPG and Board Games
2026-04-13 14:30 - 16:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Join us for a fun day of gaming in the meeting room at 2:30.

Silent Book Club
2026-04-13 16:30 - 17:30 | New Boston Library, 3850 Rhodes Avenue, New Boston, OH, 45662, United States
Adults are invited to join us for a silent evening of reading, where you get one full hour of pure reading bliss. No discussions, no distractions—just you and your book.

Dungeons & Dragons: One Shot Group
2026-04-13 17:30 - 19:30 | 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 5:30pm – 7:30pm in the Meeting Room. Ages 18+.

Stained Glass Bookmarks
2026-04-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Lucasville Library, 103 Lucasville-Minford Rd, Lucasville, OH, 45648, United States
Adults are welcome to join us at the Lucasville Library on Monday, April 13th at 6pm for a craft activity as we celebrate the upcoming National Library Week! Those attending will get to create their own keepsake by making stained glass bookmarks. For more information, call 740-259-6119.

Teen Craft: Pastel Art
2026-04-14 14:30 - 16:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Join us in the meeting room at 2:30 to create art with beautiful pastels.

Mason Jar Vase Painting
2026-04-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Wheelersburg Library, 10745 Old Gallia Pike, Wheelersburg, OH, 45694, United States
Bring a touch of spring charm to your home at our Mason Jar Vase Painting Program! You will transform simple mason jars into beautifully painted vases — perfect for holding fresh flowers or brightening up any space.

Adult Painting Series
2026-04-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Join us this month to paint a beautiful spring scene. A busy bee on the job. Registration is required and space is limited. Ages 18+

Children's Wildflower Sun catcher
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:00 | South Webster Library, 496 Webster Street, South Webster, OH, 45682, United States
Children’s craft at 6:00pm. Wildflower Sun catcher–Come to the South Webster Library and express you creative side by making a Wildflower Sun Catcher! All supplies provided. For more information, call the South Webster Branch Library at 740-778-2122.

Money Smart Week Program
2026-04-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Lucasville Library, 103 Lucasville-Minford Rd, Lucasville, OH, 45648, United States
In celebration of Money Smart Week, children are invited to the Lucasville Library to learn more about financial literacy! Join us as we explore the concepts of saving, earning, and spending through stories and then craft our very own coin banks. This program will take place on Wednesday, April 15th, at 4PM. For more information, please contact us at 740-259-6119.

Money Smart Week: STEM Edition
2026-04-15 16:00 - 17:00 | New Boston Library, 3850 Rhodes Avenue, New Boston, OH, 45662, United States
Kids dig for real coins, test them with science, and turn their findings into hands-on money activities through STEM challenges, crafts, and experiments.

Money Smart Week: Children’s Craft
2026-04-15 16:00 - 17:00 | South Webster Library, 496 Webster Street, South Webster, OH, 45682, United States
Money Smart Week: Children’s Craft at 4:00pm. It’s Money Smart Week at the Library! Come to the South Webster library and design a piggy bank and learn about saving money! All supplies provided. For more information, call the South Webster Branch Library at 740-778-2122.

Bingo
2026-04-16 14:30 - 16:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Join us from 2:30 – 4:00 in the Meeting Room to compete for fabulous prizes and tons of fun!

Piggy Bank Painting
2026-04-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Wheelersburg Library, 10745 Old Gallia Pike, Wheelersburg, OH, 45694, United States
Kids can build and decorate their own pop bottle piggy banks!

Tween Lego Club
2026-04-16 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

Sewing Class Series: Mending 101
2026-04-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Join us and learn basic skills of what it takes to mend new and old items in your home. All materials will be provided. Ages 18+

Stuffie Adoption Party: Money Smart Week
2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, 45662, United States
Understand the fundamentals of money management by adopting a plush pet and nurturing it. You can welcome a new companion into your life, schedule veterinary visits, and shop for both essential items and a few delightful treats for your furry friend! Create a matching collar/bracelet and decorate a cozy space to ensure your pet feels content and loved.

Dungeons & Dragons: Campaign Group
2026-04-18 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+.
