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Puzzle Exchange

Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Bring in your gently used puzzles to exchange with other puzzle enthusiasts! Most puzzles are for ages 12+. Puzzles brought in by other patrons may be missing pieces.

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:

Bring in your gently used puzzles to exchange with other puzzle enthusiasts! Most puzzles are for ages 12+. Puzzles brought in by other patrons may be missing pieces.

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.

Storytime in the Park

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Grove City Town Center Park at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K)

Bring your blanket and join us at Town Center Park (3359 Park St.) for an engaging storytime. If the weather is not cooperating, storytime will still be held at the library.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Grove City Town Center Park
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Bring your blanket and join us at Town Center Park (3359 Park St.) for an engaging storytime. If the weather is not cooperating, storytime will still be held at the library.

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.

teen with headphones and gaming controller

Teen Open Gaming

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Meeting Room B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Games, Gaming & Puzzles
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12)

Teens and tweens are invited to our monthly open gaming sessions! Hang out with friends, enjoy snacks, and play on the Nintendo Switch, Xbox, or PCs.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Small Meeting Room B - Grove City
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Games, Gaming & Puzzles
Event Details:

Teens and tweens are invited to our monthly open gaming sessions! Hang out with friends, enjoy snacks, and play on the Nintendo Switch, Xbox, or PCs.

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.

two people at the movies

Binge and Banter

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Movies, Other
Age Group:
Adults

 A lively discussion group for anyone who loves talking about the biggest shows and movies dominating the streaming world. Members dive into current hits across platforms, share reactions, theories, recommendations, and hot takes.

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Other
Event Details:

 A lively discussion group for anyone who loves talking about the biggest shows and movies dominating the streaming world. Members dive into current hits across platforms, share reactions, theories, recommendations, and hot takes.

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.

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Ohio Wildlife Center

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Educational, Family, Performance/Presentation, STEAM
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Go wild with the Ohio Wildlife Center! Animal ambassadors and specialists from the Center will join us to talk all about the majesty of our local wildlife.

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: WAL Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Educational, Family, Performance/Presentation, STEAM
Event Details:

Go wild with the Ohio Wildlife Center! Animal ambassadors and specialists from the Center will join us to talk all about the majesty of our local wildlife.

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.

Ohio Wildlife Center logo

Ohio Wildlife Center

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room A/B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Educational, Family, Performance/Presentation, STEAM
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Go wild with the Ohio Wildlife Center! Animal ambassadors and specialists from the Center will join us to talk all about the majesty of our local wildlife.

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, Educational, Family, Performance/Presentation, STEAM
Event Details:

Go wild with the Ohio Wildlife Center! Animal ambassadors and specialists from the Center will join us to talk all about the majesty of our local wildlife.

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.

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Star House Informational Table

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational, Life Skills
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Learn about Star House’s FREE services for youth up to age 24 in Columbus experiencing homelessness.

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Educational, Life Skills
Event Details:

Learn about Star House’s FREE services for youth up to age 24 in Columbus experiencing homelessness.

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.

computer says 'job search'

Job Search Assistance / BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Study Room 124 at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adults

Get individual resume advice and your job search questions answered in a 30-minute session with career consultant Tim McNish.  Call Tim at 614.559.0207 to get scheduled.  In partnership with Jewish Family Services. All are welcome!

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Study Room 124
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Get individual resume advice and your job search questions answered in a 30-minute session with career consultant Tim McNish.  Call Tim at 614.559.0207 to get scheduled.  In partnership with Jewish Family Services. All are welcome!

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 knitting

Fun With Fibers

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all fiber enthusiasts! Whether your material of choice is yarn, thread, embroidery floss, or something else, all are welcome! Stop by to work on your current project and enjoy good company. 

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

Calling all fiber enthusiasts! Whether your material of choice is yarn, thread, embroidery floss, or something else, all are welcome! Stop by to work on your current project and enjoy good company. 

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.

child sitting on floor

Earth Baby Storytime

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
GCL Youth Services Area at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K)

For babies 4–24 months old and their caregivers. Introduce your babies to the world of the library and the fun that words can be with fingerplays, books, and lots of music! Books are so much fun when read together!

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: GCL Youth Services Area
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For babies 4–24 months old and their caregivers. Introduce your babies to the world of the library and the fun that words can be with fingerplays, books, and lots of music! Books are so much fun when read together!

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.

Walk-In Resource Referral

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational, Life Skills, Other
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Come meet our social work intern and learn about free/low-cost community resources! No appointment needed during program times, but appointments are available if these times do not work for you—email socialworkintern@swpl.org

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Educational, Life Skills, Other
Event Details:

Come meet our social work intern and learn about free/low-cost community resources! No appointment needed during program times, but appointments are available if these times do not work for you—email socialworkintern@swpl.org

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.

Toddler shaking maracas

Music and Movement Storytime

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K)

Join us Wednesday mornings in Youth Services for stories, songs, and rhymes that build early learning skills and are fun for the whole family!

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: WAL Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us Wednesday mornings in Youth Services for stories, songs, and rhymes that build early learning skills and are fun for the whole family!

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.

Feasting with the Ancients

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Meeting Room B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12)

Come taste the foods of the past! We will be making no-cook snacks from ancient civilizations and seeing how they measure up to the present.

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

Come taste the foods of the past! We will be making no-cook snacks from ancient civilizations and seeing how they measure up to the present.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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 looking at puzzle boxes

Puzzle Exchange

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Games, Gaming & Puzzles
Age Group:
Adults

Vacation time, family time, puzzle time!  Bring in your gently used puzzles to exchange with other participants for some new challenges.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games, Gaming & Puzzles
Event Details:

Vacation time, family time, puzzle time!  Bring in your gently used puzzles to exchange with other participants for some new challenges.

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.

computer says 'job search'

Job Search Assistance

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Public PCs - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational, Life Skills
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Career consultant Tim McNish will help with individual resume advice and answer your job search questions in a 30-minute session. Call Tim at 614-559-0207 to get scheduled. In partnership with Jewish Family Services. All are welcome.

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Public PCs - Westland
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Educational, Life Skills
Event Details:

Career consultant Tim McNish will help with individual resume advice and answer your job search questions in a 30-minute session. Call Tim at 614-559-0207 to get scheduled. In partnership with Jewish Family Services. All are welcome.

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.

beer pouring from tap

Books and Brews

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Offsite at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Other
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all bookworms and beer lovers! Join us for a one-of-a-kind evening at Grove City Brewing Co. (3946 Broadway) where bold brews meet brilliant reads.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Other
Event Details:

Calling all bookworms and beer lovers! Join us for a one-of-a-kind evening at Grove City Brewing Co. (3946 Broadway) where bold brews meet brilliant reads.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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.

Toddler Takeover Storytime

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K)

Join us for a toddler-tastic storytime experience! Especially designed for our friends aged 1–4 years, we will enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, and more to help build those vital early literacy skills. Held in the Large Meeting Room.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a toddler-tastic storytime experience! Especially designed for our friends aged 1–4 years, we will enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, and more to help build those vital early literacy skills. Held in the Large Meeting Room.

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.

Children playing in sandbox.

Sensory Exploration

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K)

Drop in on Thursday mornings for Sensory Exploration! Kids can explore sensory bins and more at their own pace. Best for ages 1–5.

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: WAL Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop in on Thursday mornings for Sensory Exploration! Kids can explore sensory bins and more at their own pace. Best for ages 1–5.

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.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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 art

Adaptive Art

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Life Skills
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Adults with disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join us to make an abstract art piece! Caregiver participation is required for individuals with direct support needs. UPDATE: Registration no longer required!

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

Adults with disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join us to make an abstract art piece! Caregiver participation is required for individuals with direct support needs. UPDATE: Registration no longer required!

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.

fossils

Fascinating Fossils

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Educational, Family, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Explore how fossils form and investigate real specimens with our friends from Franklin County Soil and Water Conservation District

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: WAL Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Educational, Family, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Explore how fossils form and investigate real specimens with our friends from Franklin County Soil and Water Conservation District

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.

forensic evidence report

Super Sleuths - CSI

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12)

Learn all about the world of forensics with some real techniques used by scientists all around the world!

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Learn all about the world of forensics with some real techniques used by scientists all around the world!

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.

anime character

Grove City Anime Club

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Grove City Teen Area at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Movies
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12)

Calling tweens and teens to Anime Club! Let’s watch some shows and check out manga from the popular to the obscure. Chat, socialize, and eat themed snacks with us like Pocky, mochi, and more.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Grove City Teen Area
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Movies
Event Details:

Calling tweens and teens to Anime Club! Let’s watch some shows and check out manga from the popular to the obscure. Chat, socialize, and eat themed snacks with us like Pocky, mochi, and more.

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.

Walk-In Resource Referral

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational, Life Skills, Other
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Come meet our social work intern and learn about free/low-cost community resources! No appointment needed during program times, but appointments are available if these times do not work for you—email socialworkintern@swpl.org

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Educational, Life Skills, Other
Event Details:

Come meet our social work intern and learn about free/low-cost community resources! No appointment needed during program times, but appointments are available if these times do not work for you—email socialworkintern@swpl.org

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.

A dog named Loon

Loon the Therapy Dog

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Animals & Nature
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Come meet Loon, a goldendoodle therapy dog. Therapy dogs (and their handlers) provide a warm, judgment‑free space for readers of all abilities and love hearing stories from kids.

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: WAL Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Animals & Nature
Event Details:

Come meet Loon, a goldendoodle therapy dog. Therapy dogs (and their handlers) provide a warm, judgment‑free space for readers of all abilities and love hearing stories from kids.

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.