Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

Get ready for a hands-on adventure perfect for kids, families, and anyone who loves to build! Explore a variety of building blocks, from magnetic tiles to soft blocks, and enjoy a special toddler-friendly area for our littlest builders.

Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing.

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

Learn ways to improve your overall mind, body, and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements.

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults. And magical experiences will be had by all.

Join us every Wednesday at 11:00 AM at the Downtown Library for Baby Storytime! Snuggle in with your little one and enjoy a relaxed, joyful time filled with stories, songs, lap bounces, gentle movement, and more.

Join us for Wiggly Wednesday — a joyful, high-energy program where little ones can sing, move, and play! We’ll share songs, stories, and puppet friends in a highly interactive session designed to spark imagination and connection.

Join us  as we read stories, sing songs, play, and move and groove. Littles will naturally gain pre literacy skills as they have fun. Caretakers will have the opportunity to connect with other adults.

Come read with Scooby and the Gang! Bring a book, or use one of ours, and read in the Mystery Machine! 

Feeling bored this spring break? We can help! Learn how to play a new board game, or bring your own to share.

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

Pass the ball, pop the popcorn, make a cave - playing with a parachute is an age-old pastime! Join us for an elementary-aged parachute play where we will have fun, get our hearts pumping, and learn to work together!

Set a course for the cosmos and explore the universe from your library! Each day, young space explorers will learn about a different trailblazing woman who has made history in astronomy, engineering, and space travel.

Come Create Beautiful One-of-a-Kind Print Designs Using Floating Inks on Water.

LEARN the ART of SUMINAGASHI

Ages 5 - 14

Fairies, Gnomes, Leprechauns - Oh My! Think about where these magical beings live and what makes their homes special. Design and build cozy cardboard homes for mythical creatures using craft supplies, and plenty of imagination.

Attention all home gardeners and hobbyists! Experts from the OSU Extension Center will be presenting a seminar on Backyard Composting. Come and learn all the ins and outs of composting to possibly, make your garden the envy of the neighborhood.

Do you want to be one of the best Pokémon trainers? Come meet other fans and bring your Pokémon cards to partake in some old school card trading and battling among other Pokémon-related activities.

Come make simple rockets using everyday supplies! We'll create our rockets inside and then take them outside for testing. 

Looking for a way to earn volunteer hours, build your resume, and get more involved at the library? Stop by our Teen Volunteer Info Table to learn what it’s really like to be a teen volunteer.

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Wade through the wacky, wonderful world of words each month on 3rd Wednesday afternoons at the Bethany Library! 

This program is intended for children learning to read and practicing reading aloud.

Spring Break is a great time of year to visit the library. On March 18th, we will be creating Steam Art projects. This is from kids 8 and up with an Adult. We will have fun and may be a little messy. 

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?

Step into an evening of fun at the library! Perfect for adult and teen game lovers, this free event promises giggles, friendly competition, and quality time with family and friends.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​