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silent book club

Silent Reading Night

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult Area at New Bremen
Library Branch: New Bremen
Room: Adult Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Do you ever miss the silent reading portion of grade school? New Bremen hosts their own Silent Book Club that is B.Y.O.B. (In this case, B.Y.O.B.

The Lorax

Family Movie Night: The Lorax

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Event Room at Wapakoneta-Central
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Children, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the Event Room at 5pm to watch The Lorax for Dr. Seuss Day!

There will be snacks and a craft for the kids during the movie.

Hanging plants made of beads and jewelry wire

Beaded Hanging Plant

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
New Knoxville
Library Branch: New Knoxville
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Love plants, but have trouble keeping them alive? Have we got a craft for you! Make a beaded plant impossible to kill, and impossible not to love. 

Playdate

Playdate

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Cridersville
Library Branch: Cridersville
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers, Family
Program Type: Game/Activity
Event Details:

Come join us for a playdate and meet new friends.

A western box turtle sitting in the grass and clover

Wildlife Encounter with Bruckner Nature Center

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
New Bremen
Library Branch: New Bremen
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Performance/Presenter
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Bruckner Nature Center and their Wildlife Ambassadors as we learn about wildlife in our area, conservation, and see some really cute critters.

two ladies sitting in a garden drinking tea and having snacks

Tea Party

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New Bremen
Library Branch: New Bremen
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Game/Activity, Meeting
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we reschedule our Tea Party from January, featuring samples of hot tea as well as hot cocoa and snacks. Dressing up is encouraged but not required. 

Herd of Elephants

Homeschool: All About Animals

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Event Room at Wapakoneta-Central
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Pre-Teens, Children, Family
Program Type: Game/Activity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special homeschool event where we will learn about different animals by watching an episode of National Geographic Kids. After watching the episode, we will be playing a few rounds of zoo bingo!

pot of gold craft pic

Kids Craft Night: Pot of Gold

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Event Room at Wapakoneta-Central
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the Event Room at 5pm to make a decoration to hang up for St. Patrick's Day, your own pot of gold! Registration required!

Children's books in a stack

Storytime with Police Chief Mike

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 10:30pm - 11:00pm
New Bremen
Library Branch: New Bremen
Age Group: Youth, Children, Babies/Toddlers, Family
Program Type: Performance/Presenter, Storytime
Event Details:

New Bremen police Chief Mike Skinner is our Storytime special guest! 

Senior Citizens playing cards

The More You Know-Auglaize County Council on Aging

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room at Waynesfield
Library Branch: Waynesfield
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance/Presenter
Event Details:

Robert Warren director of Auglaize County Council on Aging and assistant director Eric Hagen will be here to talk about the ACCA and what they offer to seniors in our county. This will be a very informative event please plan to attend. 

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Crochet for Beginners

11:00am–1:00pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to meet new friends and learn something fun and new. We will cover basic stitches and techniques. 

Each participant would need to bring a 5mm crochet hook, scissors and light colored crochet yarn.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Adult Crafts: Carrot Button Art

1:00pm–2:30pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us in making Carrot Button Art . 

Monthly adult crafts have two sessions available: Last Mondays of the month at 5:00 PM & the following Tuesdays at 1:00 PM

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Teen/Tween Craft: Clay Bead Bracelets

4:00pm–5:00pm
Minster
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Minster
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Pre-Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a teen/tween craft upstairs in the craft room at 4pm to make your own clay bead bracelet! Registration is required for this event!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Crochet for Beginners

11:00am–1:00pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to meet new friends and learn something fun and new. We will cover basic stitches and techniques. 

Each participant would need to bring a 5mm crochet hook, scissors and light colored crochet yarn.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Art Sparks!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Teens, Pre-Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get a little messy while learning something new! 

Each month we'll focus on an artist, explore their life and creative style, and make our own works of art based on what we have learned.

Pixel Art

4:00pm–5:00pm
Cridersville
Library Branch: Cridersville
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: High School, Pre-Teens, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us to create your own Pixel Art masterpiece.

Rock Painting

5:00pm–6:30pm
New Knoxville
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Knoxville
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We are painting rocks! Perfect to add to your garden or brighten up any area in your home. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

First Come, First Served

This craft is first come, first serve as long as supplies last.

Crochet for Beginners

11:00am–1:00pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to meet new friends and learn something fun and new. We will cover basic stitches and techniques. 

Each participant would need to bring a 5mm crochet hook, scissors and light colored crochet yarn.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Pixel Art

3:15pm–4:15pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Teens, High School, Pre-Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Design your own perler bead creation to take home. Drop-ins welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Owl Pavers

1:00pm–2:00pm
Cridersville
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cridersville
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us and make an adorable garden owl made from pavers.  This program requires registration and is also offered on Mon. April 20th from 5:00-6:00 pm.  

Kids Crafts: Tape Resist Art

5:00pm–6:30pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the Event Room at 5pm for a kid's craft where we will do some Tape Resist Art!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Owl Pavers

5:00pm–6:00pm
Cridersville
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cridersville
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us for an evening of fun creating your own Owl Pavers.  This program requires registration.  This program is also offered Thurs. April 16th from 1:00 - 2:00 pm.

Coffee Filter Flowers DIY

5:00pm–6:30pm
New Knoxville
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Knoxville
Age Group: Youth, Children, Babies/Toddlers, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kid friendly craft, and perfect for those of us without a green thumb. Makes a great gift for a loved one.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Disability Accommodations

If you think you might need any special accommodations, please list them below. If you have any questions related to accommodations, please contact the event administrator.

First Come, First Served

This craft is first come, first serve as long as supplies last.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Crochet for Beginners

11:00am–1:00pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to meet new friends and learn something fun and new. We will cover basic stitches and techniques. 

Each participant would need to bring a 5mm crochet hook, scissors and light colored crochet yarn.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Watercolor with Joan Novotny

5:00pm–7:00pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us in making a Watercolor Painting with Joan Novotny.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Paper Sculpture

5:00pm–6:00pm
Waynesfield
Library Branch: Waynesfield
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Adult Crafts: Book Art

5:00pm–6:30pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us in making Book Art.

Monthly adult crafts have two sessions available: Last Mondays of the month at 5:00 PM & the following Tuesdays at 1:00 PM

 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Crochet for Beginners

11:00am–1:00pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to meet new friends and learn something fun and new. We will cover basic stitches and techniques. 

Each participant would need to bring a 5mm crochet hook, scissors and light colored crochet yarn.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Adult Crafts: Book Art

1:00pm–2:30pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us in making Book Art. 

Monthly adult crafts have two sessions available: Last Mondays of the month at 5:00 PM & the following Tuesdays at 1:00 PM

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Paw Patrol Craft Night

5:00pm–6:00pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the Event Room for your toddlers to make a Paw Patrol foam craft while watching Paw Patrol.

Each toddler will be able to make both a Chase craft and a Marshall Craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Mother's Day Card Making

5:00pm–6:00pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us in the Event Room at 5pm to make homemade Mother's Day cards for moms, grandmas, aunts, or whoever else you wish to make cards for. There will be lots of different craft supplies to create your cards.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Watercolor with Joan

5:00pm–7:00pm
New Bremen
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Bremen
Age Group: Adults, Teens, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Joan joins us again to teach an amazing watercolor class. This is the perfect girls night out! 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Crochet for Beginners

11:00am–1:00pm
Wapakoneta-Central
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Conference Room 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to meet new friends and learn something fun and new. We will cover basic stitches and techniques. 

Each participant would need to bring a 5mm crochet hook, scissors and light colored crochet yarn.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Ladies Hour-Blind Date With a Book Bingo

2:30pm–3:30pm
Waynesfield
Library Branch: Waynesfield
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come play bingo and win a wrapped book!!