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March is Developmental Disabilities Month, and throughout the month, Defiance Public Library will be celebrating the Ability Center’s DREAM Project with related crafts, activities, and a take-home coloring book. DPLS
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March is Developmental Disabilities Month, and throughout the month, Defiance Public Library will be celebrating the Ability Center’s DREAM Project with related crafts, activities, and a take-home coloring book. DPLS will also launch a Disability Representation book resource guide–a list of books featuring characters who have and/or stories involving disabilities. The books will be available for checkout from the library. For more information, visit abilitycenter.org/DREAM. Geared to children from birth to grade 6.
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Month Long Event (march)
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Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
02mar10:00 a.m.Incredible Years/Dino School
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Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a
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Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a variety of topics such as being a good listener, sharing, identifying feelings, anger management and more. Presenter is Shannon Richardson of the Maumee Valley Guidance Center. Sessions will take place on the following dates (Thursdays) at 10 a.m. at Defiance Public Library: March 2, 9, 16, 30; April 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11. No registration required.
Pre-K through 2nd grade.
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Time
(Thursday) 10:00 a.m.
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Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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02mar10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.Lego Club at DPLWinter 2023
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Come build with us! Grades 1-6 are invited to Lego Club at Defiance Public Library. Morning sessions (10:30 a.m.) are Feb. 2, Feb. 16, March 2, & March 16. Evening
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Come build with us! Grades 1-6 are invited to Lego Club at Defiance Public Library. Morning sessions (10:30 a.m.) are Feb. 2, Feb. 16, March 2, & March 16. Evening sessions (4:30 p.m.) are Jan. 31, Feb. 14, Feb. 28, & March 14. New challenges each week! No registration required.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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02mar4:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.Teen Night
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Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to
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Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to teens (grades 6-12). Hang out and socialize, use the gaming systems, or take part in various evening activities including scavenger hunts, crafts, trivia challenges, games, and more!
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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02mar5:30 p.m.Dr. Seuss's Birthday Bash
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All are invited to Defiance Public Library on March 2 beginning at 5:30 p.m. for a special showing of “Horton Hears a Who” for Dr. Seuss’s birthday! No registration required.
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All are invited to Defiance Public Library on March 2 beginning at 5:30 p.m. for a special showing of “Horton Hears a Who” for Dr. Seuss’s birthday! No registration required.
Time
(Thursday) 5:30 p.m.
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Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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Digging into a genealogical mystery? The Defiance County Genealogical Society will offer 1-on-1 help sessions to up to 5 individuals on March 4 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Defiance Public
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Digging into a genealogical mystery? The Defiance County Genealogical Society will offer 1-on-1 help sessions to up to 5 individuals on March 4 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Defiance Public Library. Please bring your research materials, and a laptop, if possible. Registration is required. Register using the form below, or by calling 419-782-1456.
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(Saturday) 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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06mar5:30 p.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp (PM)
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From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, & Romp! Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, &
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From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, & Romp! Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, & fingerplays for babies & toddlers (ages 0-2) to spark a love for reading! No registration required. Storytime for ages 2-6 takes place immediately after, at 6 p.m. on Mondays and 11 a.m. on Tuesdays.
All sessions will take place in the Reading Room on the library’s main floor, except the Feb. 13, Feb. 27, & March 13 events, which will take place in the children’s room.
Time
(Monday) 5:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
april 3, 2023 5:30 p.m.
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From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6. (Read, Rhyme, &
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.
(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies and toddlers is held immediately before, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.) No registration is required!
All sessions will take place in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, except for 2/13, 2/27, & 2/13, which will be held in the children’s room.
Time
(Monday) 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
april 3, 2023 6:00 p.m.
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07mar10:00 a.m.Early Intervention: The Best Possible Start
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On March 7 at 10 a.m. & March 20 at 5 p.m., Dennis Myers, Director of Early Intervention at the Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities, will visit the Nellie
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On March 7 at 10 a.m. & March 20 at 5 p.m., Dennis Myers, Director of Early Intervention at the Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities, will visit the Nellie Gary Reading Room at Defiance Public Library to discuss the Board’s Early Intervention Program.
Early Intervention (EI) is a voluntary program for children, birth through age two. EI uses a family approach to address child developmental issues. EI services are individualized and always in the child’s natural environment. Early Intervention is a free service to families and does not have income guideline requirements.The presentation is free and open to all; no registration is needed.
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Time
(Tuesday) 10:00 a.m.
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Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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07mar10:30 a.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp (AM)
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From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library everyday Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, and Romp! Geared to babies and toddlers.
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From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library everyday Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, and Romp! Geared to babies and toddlers. Storytime for children ages 2-6 immediately follows, at 6 p.m. on Mondays at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays.
All Read, Rhyme, & Romp sessions will take place in the Reading Room on the library’s main floor, except the Feb. 13, Feb. 27, and March 13 sessions, which will take place in the children’s room.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
march 28, 2023 10:30 a.m.april 4, 2023 10:30 a.m.
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From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.
(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies and toddlers is held immediately before, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.) No registration is required!
All sessions will take place in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, except for 2/13, 2/27, & 2/13, which will be held in the children’s room.
Time
(Tuesday) 11:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
march 28, 2023 11:00 a.m.april 4, 2023 11:00 a.m.
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07mar4:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.Chess Club
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Teens and adults are invited to Chess Club at Defiance Public Library on the first Tuesday of each month, from 4-6 p.m. in the Reading Room. We welcome beginners who
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Teens and adults are invited to Chess Club at Defiance Public Library on the first Tuesday of each month, from 4-6 p.m. in the Reading Room. We welcome beginners who want to learn, as well as seasoned players. A limited number of chess boards will be available, so bring your own if you wish! No registration required.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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07mar4:30 p.m.6:00 p.m.Kids Explore: Shrinky Dink Keychains
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Visit Defiance Public Library on March 7 at 4:30 p.m. and/or March 9 at 10:30 a.m. to make your own shrinky dink keychain with our maker oven. Geared to grades
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Visit Defiance Public Library on March 7 at 4:30 p.m. and/or March 9 at 10:30 a.m. to make your own shrinky dink keychain with our maker oven. Geared to grades 1-6. No registration required. Available while supplies last!
Time
(Tuesday) 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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07mar5:00 p.m.Finance Committee
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The Defiance Public Library System (DPLS) Board of Trustees’ Finance Committee will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 7, beginning at 5 p.m. at Defiance Public Library, 320
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The Defiance Public Library System (DPLS) Board of Trustees’ Finance Committee will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 7, beginning at 5 p.m. at Defiance Public Library, 320 Fort St., Defiance, to review the February financial report.
Meetings of the board and its committees are open to the public.
Time
(Tuesday) 5:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
09mar10:00 a.m.Readers' Circle Book Club
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Readers’ Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second Thursday of each month in the Reading Room at Defiance Public Library. This group covers a wide variety of reading, including
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Readers’ Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second Thursday of each month in the Reading Room at Defiance Public Library. This group covers a wide variety of reading, including nonfiction, classic literature, and recent best-sellers. For more information, contact Renee at 419-782-1456 or rhopper@defiancelibrary.org. New members welcome. Adult 18+
Copies of each book are available for checkout at Defiance Public Library.
–What we’re reading in 2023–
January 12 – Unlikely Animals by Annie Hartnett
February 9 – The Magnolia Palace by Fiona Davis
March 9 – Come Fly the World by Julia Cook
April 13 – Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn
May 11 – All the Children Are Home by Patry Francis
June 8 – Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
July 13 – Yolk by Mary H. K. Choi
August 10 – My Travels with Mrs. Kennedy by Clint Hill
September 14 – Before I Let You Go by Kelly Rimmer
October 12 – This Golden State by Marit Weisenberg
November 9 – Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez
December 14 – The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O’Farrell
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Time
(Thursday) 10:00 a.m.
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Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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09mar10:00 a.m.Incredible Years/Dino School
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Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a
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Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a variety of topics such as being a good listener, sharing, identifying feelings, anger management and more. Presenter is Shannon Richardson of the Maumee Valley Guidance Center. Sessions will take place on the following dates (Thursdays) at 10 a.m. at Defiance Public Library: March 2, 9, 16, 30; April 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11. No registration required.
Pre-K through 2nd grade.
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Time
(Thursday) 10:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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09mar10:30 a.m.12:00 p.m.Kids Explore: Shrinky Dink Keychains
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Visit Defiance Public Library on March 7 at 4:30 p.m. and/or March 9 at 10:30 a.m. to make your own shrinky dink keychain with our maker oven. Geared to grades
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Visit Defiance Public Library on March 7 at 4:30 p.m. and/or March 9 at 10:30 a.m. to make your own shrinky dink keychain with our maker oven. Geared to grades 1-6. No registration required. Available while supplies last!
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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09mar4:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.Teen Night
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Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to
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Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to teens (grades 6-12). Hang out and socialize, use the gaming systems, or take part in various evening activities including scavenger hunts, crafts, trivia challenges, games, and more!
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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09mar6:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.Mysteries & More Book Club
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Are you into police procedurals? Gritty detective stories? Or maybe a nice, cozy mystery is more your speed. Mysteries + More book club explores all types of mystery novels. The
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Are you into police procedurals? Gritty detective stories? Or maybe a nice, cozy mystery is more your speed. Mysteries + More book club explores all types of mystery novels. The group meets at 6 PM on the second Thursday of every month at Defiance Public Library.
Gail Rutherford leads a lively discussion of the month’s pick. New members are always welcome! For more information, contact Gail at 419-782-1456 ext. 1306 or grutherford@defiancelibrary.org.
Copies of each month’s book are available for checkout at Defiance Public Library’s main desk.
-What we’re discussing-
November 10, 2022: Death in Castle Dark by Veronica Bond
December 8, 2022: Silent Night by Robert B. Parker
Thursday, January 12: Thin Ice by Paige Shelton
Thursday, February 9: The Right Sort of Man by Allison Montclair
Thursday, March 9: Shadows Reel by CJ Box
Thursday, April 13: The Marlow Murder Club by Robert Thorogood
Thursday, May 11: The Mirror Cracked by Agatha Christie
Thursday, June 8: A Deadly Bone to Pick by Peggy Rothschild
Thursday, July 13: Touch and Go by Lisa Gardner
Thursday, August 10: Killers of A Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn
Thursday, September 14: The Other Guest by Helen Cooper
Thursday, October 12: A Peculiar Combination by Ashley Weaver
Thursday, November 9: The Red Hunter by Lisa Unger
Thursday, December 14: 19th Christmas by James Patterson
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Time
(Thursday) 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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13mar5:30 p.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp (PM)
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From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, & Romp! Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, &
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From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, & Romp! Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, & fingerplays for babies & toddlers (ages 0-2) to spark a love for reading! No registration required. Storytime for ages 2-6 takes place immediately after, at 6 p.m. on Mondays and 11 a.m. on Tuesdays.
All sessions will take place in the Reading Room on the library’s main floor, except the Feb. 13, Feb. 27, & March 13 events, which will take place in the children’s room.
Time
(Monday) 5:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
april 3, 2023 5:30 p.m.
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From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6. (Read, Rhyme, &
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.
(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies and toddlers is held immediately before, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.) No registration is required!
All sessions will take place in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, except for 2/13, 2/27, & 2/13, which will be held in the children’s room.
Time
(Monday) 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
april 3, 2023 6:00 p.m.
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14mar10:30 a.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp (AM)
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From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library everyday Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, and Romp! Geared to babies and toddlers.
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library everyday Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, and Romp! Geared to babies and toddlers. Storytime for children ages 2-6 immediately follows, at 6 p.m. on Mondays at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays.
All Read, Rhyme, & Romp sessions will take place in the Reading Room on the library’s main floor, except the Feb. 13, Feb. 27, and March 13 sessions, which will take place in the children’s room.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
march 28, 2023 10:30 a.m.april 4, 2023 10:30 a.m.
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From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.
(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies and toddlers is held immediately before, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.) No registration is required!
All sessions will take place in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, except for 2/13, 2/27, & 2/13, which will be held in the children’s room.
Time
(Tuesday) 11:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
march 28, 2023 11:00 a.m.april 4, 2023 11:00 a.m.
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14mar4:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.Fiber Arts Club
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NOTE: The April 11 meeting of the Fiber Arts Club will end at 6:30 PM, rather than 7 PM. Visit the Defiance Public Library System MakerSpace on the second
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NOTE: The April 11 meeting of the Fiber Arts Club will end at 6:30 PM, rather than 7 PM.
Visit the Defiance Public Library System MakerSpace on the second Tuesday of each month from 4-7 p.m. for Fiber Arts Club (formerly Knit & Crochet Club). Bring your tatting, weaving, sewing, embroidery, or other fiber art project to the library and meet other makers. Beginners are welcome and encouraged to bring their questions and we will try to help you the best we can. The club meets from 4-7 p.m., & you can come and go as you please during that timeframe. For more information, contact Cara at cbolley@defiancelibrary.org or 419-782-1456 ext. 1108.
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(Tuesday) 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
april 11, 2023 4:00 p.m.may 9, 2023 4:00 p.m.june 13, 2023 4:00 p.m.july 11, 2023 4:00 p.m.august 8, 2023 4:00 p.m.september 12, 2023 4:00 p.m.october 10, 2023 4:00 p.m.november 14, 2023 4:00 p.m.december 12, 2023 4:00 p.m.
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14mar4:30 p.m.5:30 p.m.Lego Club at DPLWinter 2023
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Come build with us! Grades 1-6 are invited to Lego Club at Defiance Public Library. Morning sessions (10:30 a.m.) are Feb. 2, Feb. 16, March 2, & March 16. Evening
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Come build with us! Grades 1-6 are invited to Lego Club at Defiance Public Library. Morning sessions (10:30 a.m.) are Feb. 2, Feb. 16, March 2, & March 16. Evening sessions (4:30 p.m.) are Jan. 31, Feb. 14, Feb. 28, & March 14. New challenges each week! No registration required.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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16mar10:00 a.m.Incredible Years/Dino School
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Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a
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Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a variety of topics such as being a good listener, sharing, identifying feelings, anger management and more. Presenter is Shannon Richardson of the Maumee Valley Guidance Center. Sessions will take place on the following dates (Thursdays) at 10 a.m. at Defiance Public Library: March 2, 9, 16, 30; April 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11. No registration required.
Pre-K through 2nd grade.
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Time
(Thursday) 10:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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16mar10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.Lego Club at DPLWinter 2023
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Come build with us! Grades 1-6 are invited to Lego Club at Defiance Public Library. Morning sessions (10:30 a.m.) are Feb. 2, Feb. 16, March 2, & March 16. Evening
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Come build with us! Grades 1-6 are invited to Lego Club at Defiance Public Library. Morning sessions (10:30 a.m.) are Feb. 2, Feb. 16, March 2, & March 16. Evening sessions (4:30 p.m.) are Jan. 31, Feb. 14, Feb. 28, & March 14. New challenges each week! No registration required.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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16mar4:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.Teen Night
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Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to
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Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to teens (grades 6-12). Hang out and socialize, use the gaming systems, or take part in various evening activities including scavenger hunts, crafts, trivia challenges, games, and more!
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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16mar5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.DIY Toddler Quiet Book Page
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Registration is required! Register for the March 16 event using the form on this page. *Note: Register for one spot only.Click here to register for the
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Registration is required! Register for the March 16 event using the form on this page. *Note: Register for one spot only.
Click here to register for the Feb. 16 event
Click here to register for the April 20 event
(Join us at one session, or all of them!)
Join us in the Reading Room at Defiance Public Library on Feb. 16, and/or March 16 from 5-7 p.m. and create a felt activity “book” page for your little one to enjoy! Each month features a different page:
In January, create a page to help your child learn to spell their name & build a snowman (date to be determined)
In February, create a page with weaving practice and flowers.
In March, create a page to help your child learn their colors & how to plant a garden.
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Time
(Thursday) 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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17mar3:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.Alzheimer's Series: Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body
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Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into
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Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. Presented by the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.
**The Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter, will offer a series of educational programs at Defiance Public Library on topics related to navigating Alzheimer’s disease. Programs will take place on the third Friday of each month from March-September, from 3:00-4:00 PM (September’s program will end at 4:30)**
Use the form on this page to register for the March 17 session.
Register for April 21: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s
Register for May 19: Dementia Conversations
Register for June 16: Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia
Register for July 21: Effective Communication Strategies
Register for August 18: Understanding & Responding to Dementia-related Behavior
Register for September 15: Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finances
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(Friday) 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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20mar3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.Teen Crafternoon
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Grades 6-12 are invited to the Teen Space at Defiance Public Library on the third Monday of the month from March through August for a “Crafternoon” from 3-5 p.m. March:
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Grades 6-12 are invited to the Teen Space at Defiance Public Library on the third Monday of the month from March through August for a “Crafternoon” from 3-5 p.m. March: Beaded cellphone charms, April: Make a pillow from a T-shirt, May: Book-page art, June: Dragon Eyes, July: Dragon Eggs, August: Mermaid Slap Bracelets. Free; no registration required.
Time
(Monday) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
20mar5:00 p.m.Early Intervention: The Best Possible Start
Event Details
On March 7 at 10 a.m. & March 20 at 5 p.m., Dennis Myers, Director of Early Intervention at the Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities, will visit the Nellie
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On March 7 at 10 a.m. & March 20 at 5 p.m., Dennis Myers, Director of Early Intervention at the Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities, will visit the Nellie Gary Reading Room at Defiance Public Library to discuss the Board’s Early Intervention Program.
Early Intervention (EI) is a voluntary program for children, birth through age two. EI uses a family approach to address child developmental issues. EI services are individualized and always in the child’s natural environment. Early Intervention is a free service to families and does not have income guideline requirements.The presentation is free and open to all; no registration is needed.
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Time
(Monday) 5:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
20mar5:30 p.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp (PM)
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, & Romp! Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, &
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, & Romp! Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, & fingerplays for babies & toddlers (ages 0-2) to spark a love for reading! No registration required. Storytime for ages 2-6 takes place immediately after, at 6 p.m. on Mondays and 11 a.m. on Tuesdays.
All sessions will take place in the Reading Room on the library’s main floor, except the Feb. 13, Feb. 27, & March 13 events, which will take place in the children’s room.
Time
(Monday) 5:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
april 3, 2023 5:30 p.m.
Organizer
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6. (Read, Rhyme, &
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.
(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies and toddlers is held immediately before, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.) No registration is required!
All sessions will take place in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, except for 2/13, 2/27, & 2/13, which will be held in the children’s room.
Time
(Monday) 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
april 3, 2023 6:00 p.m.
Organizer
21mar10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.Early Childhood Safety & Wellness Event
Event Details
A Health Promotion Specialist & a Public Health Nurse from Defiance County Public Health will be available at Defiance Public Library (in the Children’s Room) on March 21 & April
Event Details
A Health Promotion Specialist & a Public Health Nurse from Defiance County Public Health will be available at Defiance Public Library (in the Children’s Room) on March 21 & April 4 from 10 a.m.-noon to answer questions parents may have about their child’s health & development. They will also speak briefly (prior to our regular ‘Read,Rhyme, & Romp’ event) about Women, Infants & Children (WIC), child passenger safety & safe sleep. Geared to parents of children ages 0-5. No registration needed.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
21mar10:30 a.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp (AM)
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library everyday Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, and Romp! Geared to babies and toddlers.
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library everyday Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, and Romp! Geared to babies and toddlers. Storytime for children ages 2-6 immediately follows, at 6 p.m. on Mondays at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays.
All Read, Rhyme, & Romp sessions will take place in the Reading Room on the library’s main floor, except the Feb. 13, Feb. 27, and March 13 sessions, which will take place in the children’s room.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
march 28, 2023 10:30 a.m.april 4, 2023 10:30 a.m.
Organizer
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.
(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies and toddlers is held immediately before, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.) No registration is required!
All sessions will take place in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, except for 2/13, 2/27, & 2/13, which will be held in the children’s room.
Time
(Tuesday) 11:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
march 28, 2023 11:00 a.m.april 4, 2023 11:00 a.m.
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21marAll DayTake & Make: Hobbit Card
Event Details
March 25th is National Tolkein Reading Day! Give someone you love the gift of a “Hobbit”-inspired card! Free take & make craft kits for adults available beginning March 21 at
Event Details
March 25th is National Tolkein Reading Day! Give someone you love the gift of a “Hobbit”-inspired card! Free take & make craft kits for adults available beginning March 21 at Defiance Public Library (on the shelf near the director’s office), while supplies last!
Time
All Day (Tuesday)
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
21mar4:30 p.m.6:00 p.m.Kids Explore: Minute to Win It
Event Details
Grades 1-6, visit Defiance Public Library March 21 at 4:30 p.m. and/or March 23 at 10:30 a.m. to play Minute to Win It! Using simple household items, kids compete in
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Grades 1-6, visit Defiance Public Library March 21 at 4:30 p.m. and/or March 23 at 10:30 a.m. to play Minute to Win It! Using simple household items, kids compete in silly games to see who can finish a challenge first, or how many times they can complete a challenge in one minute. Whoever wins the most Minute to Win it games will receive a trophy! No registration required.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
21mar5:00 p.m.Quilted Hot Pads
Event Details
Registration is required. Please register using the form below.Celebrate quilting month by quilting a hot pad on March 21 at 5PM at Defiance Public Library. Use one of our sewing
Event Details
Registration is required. Please register using the form below.
Celebrate quilting month by quilting a hot pad on March 21 at 5PM at Defiance Public Library. Use one of our sewing machines or feel free to bring your own sewing machine. All ages are welcome, but basic sewing skills needed.
Time
(Tuesday) 5:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
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23mar10:00 a.m.Incredible Years/Dino School
Event Details
Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a
Event Details
Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a variety of topics such as being a good listener, sharing, identifying feelings, anger management and more. Presenter is Shannon Richardson of the Maumee Valley Guidance Center. Sessions will take place on the following dates (Thursdays) at 10 a.m. at Defiance Public Library: March 2, 9, 16, 30; April 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11. No registration required.
Pre-K through 2nd grade.
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Time
(Thursday) 10:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
23mar10:30 a.m.12:00 p.m.Kids Explore: Minute to Win It
Event Details
Grades 1-6, visit Defiance Public Library March 21 at 4:30 p.m. and/or March 23 at 10:30 a.m. to play Minute to Win It! Using simple household items, kids compete in
Event Details
Grades 1-6, visit Defiance Public Library March 21 at 4:30 p.m. and/or March 23 at 10:30 a.m. to play Minute to Win It! Using simple household items, kids compete in silly games to see who can finish a challenge first, or how many times they can complete a challenge in one minute. Whoever wins the most Minute to Win it games will receive a trophy! No registration required.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
23mar4:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.Teen Night
Event Details
Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to
Event Details
Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to teens (grades 6-12). Hang out and socialize, use the gaming systems, or take part in various evening activities including scavenger hunts, crafts, trivia challenges, games, and more!
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
27mar5:30 p.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp (PM)
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, & Romp! Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, &
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, & Romp! Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, & fingerplays for babies & toddlers (ages 0-2) to spark a love for reading! No registration required. Storytime for ages 2-6 takes place immediately after, at 6 p.m. on Mondays and 11 a.m. on Tuesdays.
All sessions will take place in the Reading Room on the library’s main floor, except the Feb. 13, Feb. 27, & March 13 events, which will take place in the children’s room.
Time
(Monday) 5:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
april 3, 2023 5:30 p.m.
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Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6. (Read, Rhyme, &
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.
(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies and toddlers is held immediately before, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.) No registration is required!
All sessions will take place in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, except for 2/13, 2/27, & 2/13, which will be held in the children’s room.
Time
(Monday) 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
april 3, 2023 6:00 p.m.
Organizer
28mar10:30 a.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp (AM)
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library everyday Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, and Romp! Geared to babies and toddlers.
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library everyday Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, and Romp! Geared to babies and toddlers. Storytime for children ages 2-6 immediately follows, at 6 p.m. on Mondays at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays.
All Read, Rhyme, & Romp sessions will take place in the Reading Room on the library’s main floor, except the Feb. 13, Feb. 27, and March 13 sessions, which will take place in the children’s room.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
april 4, 2023 10:30 a.m.
Organizer
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.
(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies and toddlers is held immediately before, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.) No registration is required!
All sessions will take place in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, except for 2/13, 2/27, & 2/13, which will be held in the children’s room.
Time
(Tuesday) 11:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
april 4, 2023 11:00 a.m.
Organizer
28mar2:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.Cybersecurity: Staying Safe in the Digital Age
Event Details
Worried about phishing? Curious about VPNs? This class, led by Rachael Beardsley, looks at personal cybersecurity and the steps we can take to keep ourselves safe from identity theft, scams,
Event Details
Worried about phishing? Curious about VPNs? This class, led by Rachael Beardsley, looks at personal cybersecurity and the steps we can take to keep ourselves safe from identity theft, scams, data breaches, and other digital bad actors. Participants will get a crash course in social engineering, digital hygiene, and the Internet of Things, with an eye toward keeping their data and finances secure. March 28, 2-3 p.m. at Defiance Public Library (Nellie Gary Reading Room). No registration required.
This program is offered in partnership with NOCAC’s Financial Opportunity Center.
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Time
(Tuesday) 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
28mar4:30 p.m.Story Express: Children's Book Club
Event Details
Join Defiance Public Library for the Story Express Children’s Book Club! Sessions will take place March 28 at 4:30 p.m. and March 30 at 10:30 a.m. at Defiance Public Library.
Event Details
Join Defiance Public Library for the Story Express Children’s Book Club! Sessions will take place March 28 at 4:30 p.m. and March 30 at 10:30 a.m. at Defiance Public Library. Geared to grades 1-6. No registration needed.
The first portion of each session will focus on a grades 1-2 selection, Our Friend Hedgehog: The Story of Us by Lauren Castillo, while the 2nd portion will be geared to a 3rd-6th grade selection, The Wild Robot by Peter Brown.
All kids in grades 1-6 are welcome to attend the full session to participate in fun activities based on both books. The books will be available for kids to check out in advance at the circulation desk to read before the event. Those who don’t finish the books before the meeting are still encouraged to come participate. Snacks will be provided, while supplies last, courtesy of the Friends of Defiance Public Library.
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Time
(Tuesday) 4:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
28mar6:00 p.m.Pride & No Prejudice (LGBTQIA+ book club)
Event Details
Pride & No Prejudice is an LGBTQIA+-friendly, patron-led book club, meeting on the fourth Tuesday of each month beginning at 6 p.m. at Defiance Public Library (in the Reading Room
Event Details
Pride & No Prejudice is an LGBTQIA+-friendly, patron-led book club, meeting on the fourth Tuesday of each month beginning at 6 p.m. at Defiance Public Library (in the Reading Room or outdoors, depending on weather).
Anyone 18+ is welcome to join the group, which seeks diversity, inclusion, and representation in the written word.
What we’re reading next:
January: Sword Stone Table by Swapna Krishna
February: The Heartbreak Bakery by A.R. Capetta
March- Alice Isn’t Dead by Joseph Fink
April- Dead Collections by Isaac Fellman
May- The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
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Time
(Tuesday) 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
april 25, 2023 6:00 p.m.may 23, 2023 6:00 p.m.june 27, 2023 6:00 p.m.july 25, 2023 6:00 p.m.august 22, 2023 6:00 p.m.september 26, 2023 6:00 p.m.october 24, 2023 6:00 p.m.november 28, 2023 6:00 p.m.december 26, 2023 6:00 p.m.
30mar10:00 a.m.Incredible Years/Dino School
Event Details
Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a
Event Details
Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a variety of topics such as being a good listener, sharing, identifying feelings, anger management and more. Presenter is Shannon Richardson of the Maumee Valley Guidance Center. Sessions will take place on the following dates (Thursdays) at 10 a.m. at Defiance Public Library: March 2, 9, 16, 30; April 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11. No registration required.
Pre-K through 2nd grade.
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Time
(Thursday) 10:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
30mar10:30 a.m.Story Express: Children's Book Club
Event Details
Join Defiance Public Library for the Story Express Children’s Book Club! Sessions will take place March 28 at 4:30 p.m. and March 30 at 10:30 a.m. at Defiance Public Library.
Event Details
Join Defiance Public Library for the Story Express Children’s Book Club! Sessions will take place March 28 at 4:30 p.m. and March 30 at 10:30 a.m. at Defiance Public Library. Geared to grades 1-6. No registration needed.
The first portion of each session will focus on a grades 1-2 selection, Our Friend Hedgehog: The Story of Us by Lauren Castillo, while the 2nd portion will be geared to a 3rd-6th grade selection, The Wild Robot by Peter Brown.
All kids in grades 1-6 are welcome to attend the full session to participate in fun activities based on both books. The books will be available for kids to check out in advance at the circulation desk to read before the event. Those who don’t finish the books before the meeting are still encouraged to come participate. Snacks will be provided, while supplies last, courtesy of the Friends of Defiance Public Library.
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Time
(Thursday) 10:30 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
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30mar4:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.Teen Night
Event Details
Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to
Event Details
Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to teens (grades 6-12). Hang out and socialize, use the gaming systems, or take part in various evening activities including scavenger hunts, crafts, trivia challenges, games, and more!
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
april
03apr5:30 p.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp (PM)
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, & Romp! Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, &
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, & Romp! Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, & fingerplays for babies & toddlers (ages 0-2) to spark a love for reading! No registration required. Storytime for ages 2-6 takes place immediately after, at 6 p.m. on Mondays and 11 a.m. on Tuesdays.
All sessions will take place in the Reading Room on the library’s main floor, except the Feb. 13, Feb. 27, & March 13 events, which will take place in the children’s room.
Time
(Monday) 5:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6. (Read, Rhyme, &
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.
(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies and toddlers is held immediately before, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.) No registration is required!
All sessions will take place in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, except for 2/13, 2/27, & 2/13, which will be held in the children’s room.
Time
(Monday) 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
04apr10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.Early Childhood Safety & Wellness Event
Event Details
A Health Promotion Specialist & a Public Health Nurse from Defiance County Public Health will be available at Defiance Public Library (in the Children’s Room) on March 21 & April
Event Details
A Health Promotion Specialist & a Public Health Nurse from Defiance County Public Health will be available at Defiance Public Library (in the Children’s Room) on March 21 & April 4 from 10 a.m.-noon to answer questions parents may have about their child’s health & development. They will also speak briefly (prior to our regular ‘Read,Rhyme, & Romp’ event) about Women, Infants & Children (WIC), child passenger safety & safe sleep. Geared to parents of children ages 0-5. No registration needed.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
04apr10:30 a.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp (AM)
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library everyday Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, and Romp! Geared to babies and toddlers.
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library everyday Monday at 5:30 p.m. or Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Read, Rhyme, and Romp! Geared to babies and toddlers. Storytime for children ages 2-6 immediately follows, at 6 p.m. on Mondays at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays.
All Read, Rhyme, & Romp sessions will take place in the Reading Room on the library’s main floor, except the Feb. 13, Feb. 27, and March 13 sessions, which will take place in the children’s room.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for
Event Details
From Feb. 13 to April 4, visit Defiance Public Library every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for Storytime, geared to ages 2-6.
(Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies and toddlers is held immediately before, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.) No registration is required!
All sessions will take place in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, except for 2/13, 2/27, & 2/13, which will be held in the children’s room.
Time
(Tuesday) 11:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
04apr4:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.Chess Club
Event Details
Teens and adults are invited to Chess Club at Defiance Public Library on the first Tuesday of each month, from 4-6 p.m. in the Reading Room. We welcome beginners who
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Teens and adults are invited to Chess Club at Defiance Public Library on the first Tuesday of each month, from 4-6 p.m. in the Reading Room. We welcome beginners who want to learn, as well as seasoned players. A limited number of chess boards will be available, so bring your own if you wish! No registration required.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
04apr4:30 p.m.6:30 p.m.Discovery Lab
Event Details
Discovery Lab is a “come and go” event that allows kids to explore self-directed stations. These stations are designed to enhance learning and encourage creativity and critical thinking, but most
Event Details
Discovery Lab is a “come and go” event that allows kids to explore self-directed stations. These stations are designed to enhance learning and encourage creativity and critical thinking, but most of all, to be fun! Come make a collage, use magnifying glasses to investigate nature, see who can make the longest paper chain, and witness a neat science experiment in action. While supplies last. Two sessions available at Defiance Public Library: April 4 at 4:30-6:30 p.m. & April 6 at 10:30 a.m.-noon. No registration needed.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
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06apr10:00 a.m.Incredible Years/Dino School
Event Details
Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a
Event Details
Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a variety of topics such as being a good listener, sharing, identifying feelings, anger management and more. Presenter is Shannon Richardson of the Maumee Valley Guidance Center. Sessions will take place on the following dates (Thursdays) at 10 a.m. at Defiance Public Library: March 2, 9, 16, 30; April 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11. No registration required.
Pre-K through 2nd grade.
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Time
(Thursday) 10:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
06apr10:30 a.m.12:00 p.m.Discovery Lab
Event Details
Discovery Lab is a “come and go” event that allows kids to explore self-directed stations. These stations are designed to enhance learning and encourage creativity and critical thinking, but most
Event Details
Discovery Lab is a “come and go” event that allows kids to explore self-directed stations. These stations are designed to enhance learning and encourage creativity and critical thinking, but most of all, to be fun! Come make a collage, use magnifying glasses to investigate nature, see who can make the longest paper chain, and witness a neat science experiment in action. While supplies last. Two sessions available at Defiance Public Library: April 4 at 4:30-6:30 p.m. & April 6 at 10:30 a.m.-noon. No registration needed.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
Related Events
06apr4:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.Teen Night
Event Details
Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to
Event Details
Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to teens (grades 6-12). Hang out and socialize, use the gaming systems, or take part in various evening activities including scavenger hunts, crafts, trivia challenges, games, and more!
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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All ages are invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal pal to the Defiance Public Library Children’s Room on April 10 beginning at 5:30PM for a pet-themed movie night! Bring
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All ages are invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal pal to the Defiance Public Library Children’s Room on April 10 beginning at 5:30PM for a pet-themed movie night! Bring a pillow & blanket to make yourself cozy, if you wish! No registration required.
Time
(Monday) 5:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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11apr4:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.Fiber Arts Club
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NOTE: The April 11 meeting of the Fiber Arts Club will end at 6:30 PM, rather than 7 PM. Visit the Defiance Public Library System MakerSpace on the second
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NOTE: The April 11 meeting of the Fiber Arts Club will end at 6:30 PM, rather than 7 PM.
Visit the Defiance Public Library System MakerSpace on the second Tuesday of each month from 4-7 p.m. for Fiber Arts Club (formerly Knit & Crochet Club). Bring your tatting, weaving, sewing, embroidery, or other fiber art project to the library and meet other makers. Beginners are welcome and encouraged to bring their questions and we will try to help you the best we can. The club meets from 4-7 p.m., & you can come and go as you please during that timeframe. For more information, contact Cara at cbolley@defiancelibrary.org or 419-782-1456 ext. 1108.
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(Tuesday) 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
may 9, 2023 4:00 p.m.june 13, 2023 4:00 p.m.july 11, 2023 4:00 p.m.august 8, 2023 4:00 p.m.september 12, 2023 4:00 p.m.october 10, 2023 4:00 p.m.november 14, 2023 4:00 p.m.december 12, 2023 4:00 p.m.
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13apr10:00 a.m.Readers' Circle Book Club
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Readers’ Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second Thursday of each month in the Reading Room at Defiance Public Library. This group covers a wide variety of reading, including
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Readers’ Circle meets at 10 a.m. on the second Thursday of each month in the Reading Room at Defiance Public Library. This group covers a wide variety of reading, including nonfiction, classic literature, and recent best-sellers. For more information, contact Renee at 419-782-1456 or rhopper@defiancelibrary.org. New members welcome. Adult 18+
Copies of each book are available for checkout at Defiance Public Library.
–What we’re reading in 2023–
January 12 – Unlikely Animals by Annie Hartnett
February 9 – The Magnolia Palace by Fiona Davis
March 9 – Come Fly the World by Julia Cook
April 13 – Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn
May 11 – All the Children Are Home by Patry Francis
June 8 – Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
July 13 – Yolk by Mary H. K. Choi
August 10 – My Travels with Mrs. Kennedy by Clint Hill
September 14 – Before I Let You Go by Kelly Rimmer
October 12 – This Golden State by Marit Weisenberg
November 9 – Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez
December 14 – The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O’Farrell
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Time
(Thursday) 10:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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13apr10:00 a.m.Incredible Years/Dino School
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Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a
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Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a variety of topics such as being a good listener, sharing, identifying feelings, anger management and more. Presenter is Shannon Richardson of the Maumee Valley Guidance Center. Sessions will take place on the following dates (Thursdays) at 10 a.m. at Defiance Public Library: March 2, 9, 16, 30; April 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11. No registration required.
Pre-K through 2nd grade.
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Time
(Thursday) 10:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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13apr4:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.Teen Night
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Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to
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Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to teens (grades 6-12). Hang out and socialize, use the gaming systems, or take part in various evening activities including scavenger hunts, crafts, trivia challenges, games, and more!
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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13apr6:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.Mysteries & More Book Club
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Are you into police procedurals? Gritty detective stories? Or maybe a nice, cozy mystery is more your speed. Mysteries + More book club explores all types of mystery novels. The
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Are you into police procedurals? Gritty detective stories? Or maybe a nice, cozy mystery is more your speed. Mysteries + More book club explores all types of mystery novels. The group meets at 6 PM on the second Thursday of every month at Defiance Public Library.
Gail Rutherford leads a lively discussion of the month’s pick. New members are always welcome! For more information, contact Gail at 419-782-1456 ext. 1306 or grutherford@defiancelibrary.org.
Copies of each month’s book are available for checkout at Defiance Public Library’s main desk.
-What we’re discussing-
November 10, 2022: Death in Castle Dark by Veronica Bond
December 8, 2022: Silent Night by Robert B. Parker
Thursday, January 12: Thin Ice by Paige Shelton
Thursday, February 9: The Right Sort of Man by Allison Montclair
Thursday, March 9: Shadows Reel by CJ Box
Thursday, April 13: The Marlow Murder Club by Robert Thorogood
Thursday, May 11: The Mirror Cracked by Agatha Christie
Thursday, June 8: A Deadly Bone to Pick by Peggy Rothschild
Thursday, July 13: Touch and Go by Lisa Gardner
Thursday, August 10: Killers of A Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn
Thursday, September 14: The Other Guest by Helen Cooper
Thursday, October 12: A Peculiar Combination by Ashley Weaver
Thursday, November 9: The Red Hunter by Lisa Unger
Thursday, December 14: 19th Christmas by James Patterson
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Time
(Thursday) 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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15apr2:30 p.m.4:00 p.m.Titanic Escape RoomWaitlist is Open
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Can you make it to the lifeboat before the Titanic sinks? Adults 18+ are invited to Defiance Public Library on April 15 from 2:30-4 p.m. to participate in a Titanic-themed
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Can you make it to the lifeboat before the Titanic sinks? Adults 18+ are invited to Defiance Public Library on April 15 from 2:30-4 p.m. to participate in a Titanic-themed escape room. Space is limited and registration is required. Register using the form below or by calling 419-782-1456.
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(Saturday) 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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17apr3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.Teen Crafternoon
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Grades 6-12 are invited to the Teen Space at Defiance Public Library on the third Monday of the month from March through August for a “Crafternoon” from 3-5 p.m. March:
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Grades 6-12 are invited to the Teen Space at Defiance Public Library on the third Monday of the month from March through August for a “Crafternoon” from 3-5 p.m. March: Beaded cellphone charms, April: Make a pillow from a T-shirt, May: Book-page art, June: Dragon Eyes, July: Dragon Eggs, August: Mermaid Slap Bracelets. Free; no registration required.
Time
(Monday) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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18apr5:00 p.m.Spring Latch Hook
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Learn how to latch hook on April 18 beginning at 5:00 PM at Defiance Public Library by making a small spring flower. Supplies are provided and all ages are welcome.
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Learn how to latch hook on April 18 beginning at 5:00 PM at Defiance Public Library by making a small spring flower. Supplies are provided and all ages are welcome.
Register using the form below or by contacting Cara at 419-782-1456 ext. 1108 or cbolley@defiancelibrary.org.
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(Tuesday) 5:00 p.m.
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Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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20apr10:00 a.m.Incredible Years/Dino School
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Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a
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Incredible Years is an interactive program that aims to promote young children’s social and emotional competence and reduce aggression and emotional problems. The program uses life-sized puppets and covers a variety of topics such as being a good listener, sharing, identifying feelings, anger management and more. Presenter is Shannon Richardson of the Maumee Valley Guidance Center. Sessions will take place on the following dates (Thursdays) at 10 a.m. at Defiance Public Library: March 2, 9, 16, 30; April 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11. No registration required.
Pre-K through 2nd grade.
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(Thursday) 10:00 a.m.
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Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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20apr4:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.Teen Night
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Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to
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Every Thursday is Teen Night in the teen space at Defiance Public Library! From 4:00 p.m. to close, the teen space in the mezzanine will be open and dedicated to teens (grades 6-12). Hang out and socialize, use the gaming systems, or take part in various evening activities including scavenger hunts, crafts, trivia challenges, games, and more!
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
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20apr5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.DIY Toddler Quiet Book Page
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Registration is required! Register for the April 20 event using the form on this page. *Note: Register for one spot only. Click here to register for the
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Registration is required! Register for the April 20 event using the form on this page. *Note: Register for one spot only.
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(Join us at one session, or all of them!)
Join us in the Reading Room at Defiance Public Library on January 26, Feb. 16, March 16, and/or April 20 from 5-7 p.m. and create a felt activity “book” page for your little one to enjoy! Each month features a different page:
In January, create a page to help your child learn to spell their name & build a snowman.
In February, create a page with weaving practice and flowers.
In March, create a page to help your child learn their colors & how to plant a garden.
In April, create a page to help your child learn seasons & how to do a puzzle.
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(Thursday) 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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320 Fort St.
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