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Unplugged: A Digital Detox Hour

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fireplace Area - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Life Skills, Other
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Put the screens down and pick real life back up! 🌿

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Fireplace Area - Westland
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Life Skills, Other
Event Details:

Put the screens down and pick real life back up! 🌿

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Therapy Dog named Bo

Books with Bo

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Books & Reading, Educational
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Enjoy time with our favorite fluffy therapy dog, Bo! Bo and his trainer, Pat, will spend time in the Youth Services Department to answer questions and accept pets and snuggles. Bo also loves to be read to!  

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Books & Reading, Educational
Event Details:

Enjoy time with our favorite fluffy therapy dog, Bo! Bo and his trainer, Pat, will spend time in the Youth Services Department to answer questions and accept pets and snuggles. Bo also loves to be read to!  

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Woman reading with phone put away

Unplugged: A Digital Detox Hour

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Life Skills, Other
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Put the screens down and pick real life back up! 🌿

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Life Skills, Other
Event Details:

Put the screens down and pick real life back up! 🌿

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Women reading with phone put away

Unplugged: A Digital Detox Hour

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fireplace Area - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Life Skills, Other
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Put the screens down and pick real life back up! 🌿

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Fireplace Area - Westland
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Life Skills, Other
Event Details:

Put the screens down and pick real life back up! 🌿

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Spring 2026 Book Club Books

In Other Worlds Book Club

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Adult fantasy lovers, join us every month to discuss popular fantasy reads!

March 17: Circe by Madeline Miller

April 21: To Kill a Kingdom by Alexandra Christo

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Small Meeting Room B - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Adult fantasy lovers, join us every month to discuss popular fantasy reads!

March 17: Circe by Madeline Miller

April 21: To Kill a Kingdom by Alexandra Christo

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Woman reading with phone put away

Unplugged: A Digital Detox Hour

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Life Skills, Other
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Put the screens down and pick real life back up! 🌿

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Life Skills, Other
Event Details:

Put the screens down and pick real life back up! 🌿

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Women reading with phone put away

Unplugged: A Digital Detox Hour

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fireplace Area - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Life Skills, Other
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Put the screens down and pick real life back up! 🌿

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Fireplace Area - Westland
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Life Skills, Other
Event Details:

Put the screens down and pick real life back up! 🌿

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Book held open

Page Turners Book Club

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Discuss dynamic fiction titles on the fourth Tuesday of every month. 

Books for the quarter: 

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Small Meeting Room B - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Discuss dynamic fiction titles on the fourth Tuesday of every month. 

Books for the quarter: 

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Woman reading with phone put away

Unplugged: A Digital Detox Hour

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Life Skills, Other
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Put the screens down and pick real life back up! 🌿

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Life Skills, Other
Event Details:

Put the screens down and pick real life back up! 🌿

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

The Art or Creative Writing: A Panel Graphic

The Art of Creative Writing: A Panel

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Educational
Age Group:
Adults

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, we invite you to attend this inspirational panel celebrating the writers who live and work right here in our neighborhood.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Educational
Event Details:

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, we invite you to attend this inspirational panel celebrating the writers who live and work right here in our neighborhood.

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Writing Books for Young People Graphic

Writing Books for Young People: A Panel

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Small Meeting Room B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Educational
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Do you dream of writing for the next generation?

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Small Meeting Room B - Grove City
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Educational
Event Details:

Do you dream of writing for the next generation?

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Future Authors Circle: A Young Writers Workshop Graphic

Future Authors Circle: A Young Writer's Workshop

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:45am - 12:45pm
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Educational
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12)

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, join us for a hands-on workshop designed specifically for creators aged 9-17.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Educational
Event Details:

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, join us for a hands-on workshop designed specifically for creators aged 9-17.

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

The Power of True Stories: A Local Nonfiction Panel Graphic

The Power of True Stories: A Local Nonfiction Panel

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:45am - 12:45pm
Small Meeting Room B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Educational
Age Group:
Adults

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, join us with a panel discussion featuring published nonfiction authors from our own community celebrating the truth, well told.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Small Meeting Room B - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Educational
Event Details:

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, join us with a panel discussion featuring published nonfiction authors from our own community celebrating the truth, well told.

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

SPL’s 10th Anniversary Celebration Graphic

A Decade of Discovery: SPL's 10th Anniversary Celebration

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Combined Meeting Room A/B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Performance/Presentation, Other
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, join us for a ceremonial cake cutting to celebrate our 10th year. Hear heartfelt comments from instrumental figures who helped design and build our downtown home.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room A/B - Grove City
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Performance/Presentation, Other
Event Details:

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, join us for a ceremonial cake cutting to celebrate our 10th year. Hear heartfelt comments from instrumental figures who helped design and build our downtown home.

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Hear Our Voices: A Commemorative Poetry Open Mic Graphic

Hear Our Voices: A Commemorative Poetry Open Mic

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Atrium - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, experience the unique acoustics and community spirit of our downtown library while honoring the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Atrium - Grove City
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, experience the unique acoustics and community spirit of our downtown library while honoring the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

How to: Self-Publishing in 2026

How to: Self-Publishing in 2026

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Educational
Age Group:
Adults

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, join local author Darin Miller for a deep dive into the business and craft of independent publishing.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Educational
Event Details:

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, join local author Darin Miller for a deep dive into the business and craft of independent publishing.

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

The Deep Dive: Researching Skills for Fiction & Nonfiction Graphic

The Deep Dive: Researching Skills for Fiction & Nonfiction

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Small Meeting Room B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Educational
Age Group:
Adults

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, join us in a session that pairs the investigative prowess of Reference Librarian Kacy Cox with the practical application of Janet Shailer, a successful local history writer known for her meti

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Small Meeting Room B - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Books & Reading, Educational
Event Details:

As part of our community-wide Grove City Book Festival, join us in a session that pairs the investigative prowess of Reference Librarian Kacy Cox with the practical application of Janet Shailer, a successful local history writer known for her meti

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

book with fanned pages against an outdoors bokeh background

Adult Book Discussion

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Join us every second Thursday of the month for a lively discussion about popular books! 

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Join us every second Thursday of the month for a lively discussion about popular books! 

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Therapy Dog named Bo

Books with Bo

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Combined Meeting Room A/B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Books & Reading, Educational
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Enjoy time with our favorite fluffy therapy dog, Bo! Bo and his trainer, Pat, will spend time in the Youth Services Department to answer questions and accept pets and snuggles. Bo also loves to be read to!  

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Combined Meeting Room A/B - Grove City
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Books & Reading, Educational
Event Details:

Enjoy time with our favorite fluffy therapy dog, Bo! Bo and his trainer, Pat, will spend time in the Youth Services Department to answer questions and accept pets and snuggles. Bo also loves to be read to!  

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Spring 2026 Book Club Books

In Other Worlds Book Club

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Adult fantasy lovers, join us every month to discuss popular fantasy reads!

March 17: Circe by Madeline Miller

April 21: To Kill a Kingdom by Alexandra Christo

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Small Meeting Room B - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Adult fantasy lovers, join us every month to discuss popular fantasy reads!

March 17: Circe by Madeline Miller

April 21: To Kill a Kingdom by Alexandra Christo

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Book held open

Page Turners Book Club

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Discuss dynamic fiction titles on the fourth Tuesday of every month. 

Books for the quarter: 

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Small Meeting Room B - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Discuss dynamic fiction titles on the fourth Tuesday of every month. 

Books for the quarter: 

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

person holding book

Adult Book Discussion

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Join us this summer for another round of great reads!

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Join us this summer for another round of great reads!

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Poppy the Therapy Dog

Poppy the Therapy Dog

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Books & Reading
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Come meet Poppy, a white golden retriever therapy dog! Poppy is a very good girl who loves books and loves listening to stories. Grab a book to read aloud—Poppy enjoys every tale!

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Books & Reading
Event Details:

Come meet Poppy, a white golden retriever therapy dog! Poppy is a very good girl who loves books and loves listening to stories. Grab a book to read aloud—Poppy enjoys every tale!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.

Summer 2026 Book Club Books

In Other Worlds Book Club

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Adult fantasy lovers, join us every month to discuss popular fantasy reads!

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Small Meeting Room B - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Adult fantasy lovers, join us every month to discuss popular fantasy reads!

Disclaimer(s)

Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications and online. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you do not wish for you or your child to be photographed.