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A page from the popular children's book "the Lorax" by Dr. Suess

The Lorax by Franklin County Soil and Water

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Educational, Performance/Presentation, Storytime, Other
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5)

Join us with the Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District through an interactive narration of The Lorax a Dr. Seuss story. Learn about the choices, consequences, and impacts we have on our environment.

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: WAL Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5)
Program Type: Animals & Nature, Educational, Performance/Presentation, Storytime, Other
Event Details:

Join us with the Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District through an interactive narration of The Lorax a Dr. Seuss story. Learn about the choices, consequences, and impacts we have on our environment.

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.

Armstrong Air and Space Museum Statue

Fly High with the Armstrong Air and Space Museum

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Educational, Performance/Presentation, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12)

Join us in celebrating America’s 250th birthday by learning about Neil Armstrong and the airplanes he flew! We’ll learn how airplanes fly by doing experiments on the 4 forces of flight and make our own balsa wood flyers!

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

Join us in celebrating America’s 250th birthday by learning about Neil Armstrong and the airplanes he flew! We’ll learn how airplanes fly by doing experiments on the 4 forces of flight and make our own balsa wood flyers!

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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A Decade of Discovery: GCL's 10th Building 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.

fashion sketch

Custom Made to Ready Made: Fashion Industry in Columbus

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Teens (grades 6-12), Adults

Attention fashion lovers! Ohio Historical Connection Historical Curator Marlise Schoeny presents "Custom Made to Ready Made: Fashion Industry in Columbus." Come learn about our local fashion industry in this exciting presentation.  

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Teens (grades 6-12), Adults
Program Type: Educational, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Attention fashion lovers! Ohio Historical Connection Historical Curator Marlise Schoeny presents "Custom Made to Ready Made: Fashion Industry in Columbus." Come learn about our local fashion industry in this exciting presentation.  

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.

Ron Spangler logo

SRC Kickoff - Magician Ron Spangler

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Family, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Join us for Summer Reading Kickoff with the magical and wonderful Magician Ron Spangler. Experience jaw-dropping magic and mind-boggling illusions at the library. 

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: Family, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Join us for Summer Reading Kickoff with the magical and wonderful Magician Ron Spangler. Experience jaw-dropping magic and mind-boggling illusions 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.

Ron Spangler logo

SRC Kickoff - Magician Ron Spangler

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room A/B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Family, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Join us for Summer Reading Kickoff with the magical and wonderful Magician Ron Spangler. Experience jaw-dropping magic and mind-boggling illusions at the library. 

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: Family, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Join us for Summer Reading Kickoff with the magical and wonderful Magician Ron Spangler. Experience jaw-dropping magic and mind-boggling illusions 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.

All About Therapy Dogs

All About Therapy Dogs

Thursday, June 11, 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

Meet Loon, a goldendoodle therapy dog, and her handler. They’ll teach us what therapy dogs do and what it takes to become one.

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:

Meet Loon, a goldendoodle therapy dog, and her handler. They’ll teach us what therapy dogs do and what it takes to become one.

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.

universe

Deep Time

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Educational, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

In our lives, a year seems like a long time, but it's just a moment in the big picture. For example, mountains form over millions of years, and the diversity of life over hundreds of millions of years. Our solar system has been around fo

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

In our lives, a year seems like a long time, but it's just a moment in the big picture. For example, mountains form over millions of years, and the diversity of life over hundreds of millions of years. Our solar system has been around fo

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.

dinosaur graphic

A Paleontologist Looks at the Jurassic Park Movies

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational, Family, Movies, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

The dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals in the Jurassic Park films are very lifelike, but how scientifically accurate are they? This talk discusses what the filmmakers got right and what they got wrong.

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Family, Movies, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

The dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals in the Jurassic Park films are very lifelike, but how scientifically accurate are they? This talk discusses what the filmmakers got right and what they got wrong.

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.

614 MusicWorks logo

Music of Egypt with 614 MusicWorks

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational, Family, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Join us for an interactive musical journey through a market in Egypt! We'll make some instruments, learn about the music of Egypt, and put it all together in a grand finale of instruments, movement, and song!

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: Educational, Family, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive musical journey through a market in Egypt! We'll make some instruments, learn about the music of Egypt, and put it all together in a grand finale of instruments, movement, and song!

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.

614 MusicWorks logo

Music of Egypt with 614 MusicWorks

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room A/B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Educational, Family, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Join us for an interactive musical journey through a market in Egypt! We'll make some instruments, learn about the music of Egypt, and put it all together in a grand finale of instruments, movement, and song!

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: Educational, Family, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive musical journey through a market in Egypt! We'll make some instruments, learn about the music of Egypt, and put it all together in a grand finale of instruments, movement, and song!

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.

Science items

Whiz Bang Science

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational, Family, Performance/Presentation, STEAM
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Join Dr. Dave on an amazing trip through the world of science! With some absolutely hair-raising experiments, it's sure to be a fun time!

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

Join Dr. Dave on an amazing trip through the world of science! With some absolutely hair-raising experiments, it's sure to be a fun time!

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.

Science items

Whiz Bang Science

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room A/B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Educational, Family, Performance/Presentation, STEAM
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Join Dr. Dave on an amazing trip through the world of science! With some absolutely hair-raising experiments, it's sure to be a fun time!

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

Join Dr. Dave on an amazing trip through the world of science! With some absolutely hair-raising experiments, it's sure to be a fun time!

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.

Andra Gillum

Author Visit: Andra Gillum, Doggy Drama Series

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, Books & Reading, Family, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Come meet author Andra Gillum, the author of the Doggy Drama series, and her adorable pup that inspired the books!

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, Books & Reading, Family, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Come meet author Andra Gillum, the author of the Doggy Drama series, and her adorable pup that inspired the books!

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.

Constitution

The Constitution & the Bill of Rights with Historian Jared Reitz

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Large Meeting Room - Westland at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Educational, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, join local historian and award-winning History teacher, Jared Reitz, as he discusses our U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights. You might be surprised at what you didn’t know!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - Westland
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Performance/Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, join local historian and award-winning History teacher, Jared Reitz, as he discusses our U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights. You might be surprised at what you didn’t know!

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.

Red, White, & Friends with Wes Holly

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Family, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5)

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with Wes Holly’s “Red, White, and Friends!” Enjoy magic, music, juggling, and more. Recommended for ages 2–12.

 

Library Branch: Westland Area Library
Room: WAL Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5)
Program Type: Family, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with Wes Holly’s “Red, White, and Friends!” Enjoy magic, music, juggling, and more. Recommended for ages 2–12.

 

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.

Mike Hemmelgarn performing

Comedy & Juggling with Ventriloquist Mike Hemmelgarn

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
WAL Youth Services Program Space at Westland Area Library
Program Type:
Family, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Come see a community favorite, Mike Hemmelgarn joined by his friend Bongo. Talented comedian, juggler, and ventriloquist extraordinaire!

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: Family, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Come see a community favorite, Mike Hemmelgarn joined by his friend Bongo. Talented comedian, juggler, and ventriloquist extraordinaire!

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.

Mike Hemmelgarn performing

Comedy & Juggling with Ventriloquist Mike Hemmelgarn

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Meeting Room A/B - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Family, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Tots (babies - pre-K), Kids (grades K-5), Teens (grades 6-12), Adults, All Ages

Come see a community favorite, Mike Hemmelgarn joined by his friend Bongo. Talented comedian, juggler, and ventriloquist extraordinaire!

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: Family, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

Come see a community favorite, Mike Hemmelgarn joined by his friend Bongo. Talented comedian, juggler, and ventriloquist extraordinaire!

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.

Indy the K9

Indy the Police K9

Thursday, July 9, 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

Meet Franklin County Deputy Sheriff Cooper and his K9 partner, Indy. Watch them demonstrate how they work together to help keep the community safe and catch the bad guys.

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:

Meet Franklin County Deputy Sheriff Cooper and his K9 partner, Indy. Watch them demonstrate how they work together to help keep the community safe and catch the bad guys.

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 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.

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.

Celebration of route 66

The Mother Road: A Celebration of Route 66

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Large Meeting Room A - Grove City at Grove City Library
Program Type:
Educational, Performance/Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

“Get your kicks” through essential road music including the Bobby Troup classic ‘Route 66’, along with visuals and backstories of one of America’s most iconic highways.

Library Branch: Grove City Library
Room: Large Meeting Room A - Grove City
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Performance/Presentation
Event Details:

“Get your kicks” through essential road music including the Bobby Troup classic ‘Route 66’, along with visuals and backstories of one of America’s most iconic highways.

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.