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october
01oct3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.Perler Bead CraftingJohnson Memorial Library
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Join us at Johnson Memorial Library from 3-5 PM for Perler Bead Crafting! Perler Bead Crafting will take place every other Friday from Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 2021. No registration required.
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Join us at Johnson Memorial Library from 3-5 PM for Perler Bead Crafting!
Perler Bead Crafting will take place every other Friday from Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 2021. No registration required.
Time
(Friday) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Amber H./Karlee H.
02oct10:00 a.m.Dungeons + Dragons (JML)Johnson Memorial Library
Event Details
This patron-led group meets each Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library, 116 W. High St., Hicksville, to play Dungeons and Dragons. New players welcome! For more information,
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This patron-led group meets each Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library, 116 W. High St., Hicksville, to play Dungeons and Dragons. New players welcome! For more information, call 419-542-6200.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 a.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
05oct6:03 p.m.6:03 p.m.Friends of JML Book Sale
Event Details
The Friends of Johnson Memorial Library will hold a book sale Oct. 8-9 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the library. Young entrepreneurs will also be on hand to sell their
Event Details
The Friends of Johnson Memorial Library will hold a book sale Oct. 8-9 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the library. Young entrepreneurs will also be on hand to sell their wares!
Time
(Tuesday) 6:03 p.m. - 6:03 p.m.
08oct3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.Minecraft LeagueJohnson Memorial Library
Event Details
Visit Johnson Memorial Library (Hicksville) every other Friday from 3-5 p.m. from Sept. 10-Nov. 19 for Minecraft League! No registration is required, and all Minecraft players are welcome!
Event Details
Visit Johnson Memorial Library (Hicksville) every other Friday from 3-5 p.m. from Sept. 10-Nov. 19 for Minecraft League! No registration is required, and all Minecraft players are welcome!
Time
(Friday) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Amber H./Karlee H.
09oct10:00 a.m.Dungeons + Dragons (JML)Johnson Memorial Library
Event Details
This patron-led group meets each Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library, 116 W. High St., Hicksville, to play Dungeons and Dragons. New players welcome! For more information,
Event Details
This patron-led group meets each Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library, 116 W. High St., Hicksville, to play Dungeons and Dragons. New players welcome! For more information, call 419-542-6200.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 a.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
14oct4:00 p.m.Knit + Crochet Club*IN-PERSON MEETINGS RESUME!*Defiance Public Library
Event Details
Note: In-person Knit + Crochet Club will return to the MakerSpace at Defiance Public Library, 320 Fort St., beginning Sept. 9, 2021. Join us on the second Thursday of each month
Event Details
Note: In-person Knit + Crochet Club will return to the MakerSpace at Defiance Public Library, 320 Fort St., beginning Sept. 9, 2021.
Join us on the second Thursday of each month for Knit + Crochet club! Learn new stitches to create a sampler scarf. Knit stitch begins at 4 p.m., with crochet to follow at 5 p.m. Beginners are welcome!
Click here to visit the club on Facebook and see what we’re up to! Videos from each session will still be shared to our Facebook group.
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Time
(Thursday) 4:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
Cara Bolleycbolley@defiancelibrary.org
15oct3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.Perler Bead CraftingJohnson Memorial Library
Event Details
Join us at Johnson Memorial Library from 3-5 PM for Perler Bead Crafting! Perler Bead Crafting will take place every other Friday from Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 2021. No registration required.
Event Details
Join us at Johnson Memorial Library from 3-5 PM for Perler Bead Crafting!
Perler Bead Crafting will take place every other Friday from Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 2021. No registration required.
Time
(Friday) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Amber H./Karlee H.
16oct10:00 a.m.Dungeons + Dragons (JML)Johnson Memorial Library
Event Details
This patron-led group meets each Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library, 116 W. High St., Hicksville, to play Dungeons and Dragons. New players welcome! For more information,
Event Details
This patron-led group meets each Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library, 116 W. High St., Hicksville, to play Dungeons and Dragons. New players welcome! For more information, call 419-542-6200.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 a.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Event Details
Simon Girty was an American colonial who was kidnapped by the Seneca. Following his full assimilation, he was portrayed as a villain, even into the current century. Come meet Simon,
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Simon Girty was an American colonial who was kidnapped by the Seneca. Following his full assimilation, he was portrayed as a villain, even into the current century. Come meet Simon, as historian David Westrick brings him to life to share his story in a live performance Oct. 18 beginning at 5 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library, 116 W. High St., Hicksville, in the Community Room.
No registration is required, and all are welcome to attend.
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Time
(Monday) 5:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Angela PowellBranch Manager, Johnson Memorial Library
22oct3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.Minecraft LeagueJohnson Memorial Library
Event Details
Visit Johnson Memorial Library (Hicksville) every other Friday from 3-5 p.m. from Sept. 10-Nov. 19 for Minecraft League! No registration is required, and all Minecraft players are welcome!
Event Details
Visit Johnson Memorial Library (Hicksville) every other Friday from 3-5 p.m. from Sept. 10-Nov. 19 for Minecraft League! No registration is required, and all Minecraft players are welcome!
Time
(Friday) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Amber H./Karlee H.
23oct10:00 a.m.Dungeons + Dragons (JML)Johnson Memorial Library
Event Details
This patron-led group meets each Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library, 116 W. High St., Hicksville, to play Dungeons and Dragons. New players welcome! For more information,
Event Details
This patron-led group meets each Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library, 116 W. High St., Hicksville, to play Dungeons and Dragons. New players welcome! For more information, call 419-542-6200.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 a.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
23oct2:00 p.m.Event OverCrochet Spider Websvirtual/zoom classOnline
Event Details
Register using the form below! Learn to crochet a spiderweb during a free virtual class on Oct. 23 at 2 p.m. from the Defiance Public Library System MakerSpace. Beginners are
Event Details
Register using the form below!
Learn to crochet a spiderweb during a free virtual class on Oct. 23 at 2 p.m. from the Defiance Public Library System MakerSpace. Beginners are welcome, and supplies are free and can be picked up at any DPLS library (Defiance, Sherwood, or Hicksville).
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 p.m.
Location
Online
Organizer
Cara Bolleycbolley@defiancelibrary.org
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26oct4:30 p.m.6:30 p.m.Fall FestJohnson Memorial Library
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Johnson Memorial Library’s annual Fall Fest will take place Oct. 26 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the library, with games, prizes, a Just Dance tournament, snacks, and a costume contest! No
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Johnson Memorial Library’s annual Fall Fest will take place Oct. 26 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the library, with games, prizes, a Just Dance tournament, snacks, and a costume contest!
No registration is required, and all are welcome to come celebrate autumn with JML!
Time
(Tuesday) 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Amber H./Karlee H.
29oct3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.Perler Bead CraftingJohnson Memorial Library
Event Details
Join us at Johnson Memorial Library from 3-5 PM for Perler Bead Crafting! Perler Bead Crafting will take place every other Friday from Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 2021. No registration required.
Event Details
Join us at Johnson Memorial Library from 3-5 PM for Perler Bead Crafting!
Perler Bead Crafting will take place every other Friday from Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 2021. No registration required.
Time
(Friday) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Amber H./Karlee H.
30oct10:00 a.m.Dungeons + Dragons (JML)Johnson Memorial Library
Event Details
This patron-led group meets each Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library, 116 W. High St., Hicksville, to play Dungeons and Dragons. New players welcome! For more information,
Event Details
This patron-led group meets each Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library, 116 W. High St., Hicksville, to play Dungeons and Dragons. New players welcome! For more information, call 419-542-6200.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 a.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
november
novFeaturedPicture Book Challengea beanstack reading challengeOnline
Event Details
November is Picture Book Month, and what better way to celebrate than by reading one picture book each day! All ages are welcome to participate in this online reading challenge,
Event Details
November is Picture Book Month, and what better way to celebrate than by reading one picture book each day! All ages are welcome to participate in this online reading challenge, taking place Nov. 1-30, to earn an entry into three drawings for gift cards from area businesses, plus the grand prize: gift cards and an original illustration by David LaRochelle. Register anytime at http://defiancelibrary.beanstack.org.
Time
Month Long Event (november)
Location
Online
05nov3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.Minecraft LeagueJohnson Memorial Library
Event Details
Visit Johnson Memorial Library (Hicksville) every other Friday from 3-5 p.m. from Sept. 10-Nov. 19 for Minecraft League! No registration is required, and all Minecraft players are welcome!
Event Details
Visit Johnson Memorial Library (Hicksville) every other Friday from 3-5 p.m. from Sept. 10-Nov. 19 for Minecraft League! No registration is required, and all Minecraft players are welcome!
Time
(Friday) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Amber H./Karlee H.
08nov5:00 p.m.Design a Cookie CutterSherwood Branch Library
Event Details
Design your own cookie cutter using TINKERCAD during this free class for all ages taking place Nov. 8 at 5 p.m. at Sherwood Branch Library. Registrants will be contacted when
Event Details
Design your own cookie cutter using TINKERCAD during this free class for all ages taking place Nov. 8 at 5 p.m. at Sherwood Branch Library.
Registrants will be contacted when their 3D-printed cookie cutter is ready for pickup. Register using the form below or by calling 419-782-1456 ext. 1108.
Time
(Monday) 5:00 p.m.
Location
Sherwood Branch Library
117 N. Harrison Street
Organizer
Cara Bolleycbolley@defiancelibrary.org
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09nov4:00 p.m.6:30 p.m.Mario Kart Racing TournamentJohnson Memorial Library
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Johnson Memorial Library’s Mario Kart Racing Tournament concludes with an event Nov. 9 from 4-6:30 p.m. at the library. Contestants will play on Nintendo 64. Tournament winner receives a grand
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Johnson Memorial Library’s Mario Kart Racing Tournament concludes with an event Nov. 9 from 4-6:30 p.m. at the library. Contestants will play on Nintendo 64. Tournament winner receives a grand prize, with smaller prizes and other activities available too. Snacks and drinks provided. No registration required.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Amber H./Karlee H.
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11nov4:00 p.m.Knit + Crochet Club*IN-PERSON MEETINGS RESUME!*Defiance Public Library
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Note: In-person Knit + Crochet Club will return to the MakerSpace at Defiance Public Library, 320 Fort St., beginning Sept. 9, 2021. Join us on the second Thursday of each month
Event Details
Note: In-person Knit + Crochet Club will return to the MakerSpace at Defiance Public Library, 320 Fort St., beginning Sept. 9, 2021.
Join us on the second Thursday of each month for Knit + Crochet club! Learn new stitches to create a sampler scarf. Knit stitch begins at 4 p.m., with crochet to follow at 5 p.m. Beginners are welcome!
Click here to visit the club on Facebook and see what we’re up to! Videos from each session will still be shared to our Facebook group.
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Time
(Thursday) 4:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
Cara Bolleycbolley@defiancelibrary.org
12nov3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.Perler Bead CraftingJohnson Memorial Library
Event Details
Join us at Johnson Memorial Library from 3-5 PM for Perler Bead Crafting! Perler Bead Crafting will take place every other Friday from Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 2021. No registration required.
Event Details
Join us at Johnson Memorial Library from 3-5 PM for Perler Bead Crafting!
Perler Bead Crafting will take place every other Friday from Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 2021. No registration required.
Time
(Friday) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Amber H./Karlee H.
19nov3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.Minecraft LeagueJohnson Memorial Library
Event Details
Visit Johnson Memorial Library (Hicksville) every other Friday from 3-5 p.m. from Sept. 10-Nov. 19 for Minecraft League! No registration is required, and all Minecraft players are welcome!
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Visit Johnson Memorial Library (Hicksville) every other Friday from 3-5 p.m. from Sept. 10-Nov. 19 for Minecraft League! No registration is required, and all Minecraft players are welcome!
Time
(Friday) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Amber H./Karlee H.
23nov5:00 p.m.Design a Cookie CutterJohnson Memorial Library
Event Details
Design your own cookie cutter using TINKERCAD during this free class for all ages taking place Nov. 23 at 5 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library. Registrants will be contacted when their
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Design your own cookie cutter using TINKERCAD during this free class for all ages taking place Nov. 23 at 5 p.m. at Johnson Memorial Library.
Registrants will be contacted when their 3D-printed cookie cutter is ready for pickup. Register using the form below or by calling 419-782-1456 ext. 1108.
Time
(Tuesday) 5:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Cara Bolleycbolley@defiancelibrary.org
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26nov3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.Perler Bead CraftingJohnson Memorial Library
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Join us at Johnson Memorial Library from 3-5 PM for Perler Bead Crafting! Perler Bead Crafting will take place every other Friday from Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 2021. No registration required.
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Join us at Johnson Memorial Library from 3-5 PM for Perler Bead Crafting!
Perler Bead Crafting will take place every other Friday from Sept. 3-Nov. 26, 2021. No registration required.
Time
(Friday) 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Amber H./Karlee H.
december
01decAll DayDIY Pomander Ballfree craft kitsDefiance Public Library
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Bring the scent of the holiday season home with a free kit to make your own pomander ball, available at Defiance Public Library (on the bookshelf next to the director’s
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Bring the scent of the holiday season home with a free kit to make your own pomander ball, available at Defiance Public Library (on the bookshelf next to the director’s office) from Dec. 1-17, while supplies last. Decorate an orange with whole cloves, cover with spices, hang with a ribbon and enjoy a Christmas ornament that will smell lovely for years to come.
Time
All Day (Wednesday)
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
Tory WestrickAdult Services Associate
06dec5:00 p.m.Needlefelt Letter OrnamentsJohnson Memorial Library
Event Details
Needle felt your own letter ornaments during this free class at Hicksville’s Johnson Memorial Library on Dec. 6 at 5 p.m. Space is limited, and supplies are provided. Register using
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Needle felt your own letter ornaments during this free class at Hicksville’s Johnson Memorial Library on Dec. 6 at 5 p.m. Space is limited, and supplies are provided. Register using the form below or by calling 419-782-1456 ext. 1108.
Time
(Monday) 5:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Organizer
Cara Bolleycbolley@defiancelibrary.org
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07dec5:00 p.m.Needlefelt Letter OrnamentsSherwood Branch Library
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Needle felt your own letter ornaments during this free class at Sherwood Branch Library on Dec. 7 at 5 p.m. Space is limited, and supplies are provided. Register using the
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Needle felt your own letter ornaments during this free class at Sherwood Branch Library on Dec. 7 at 5 p.m. Space is limited, and supplies are provided. Register using the form below or by calling 419-782-1456 ext. 1108.
Time
(Tuesday) 5:00 p.m.
Location
Sherwood Branch Library
117 N. Harrison Street
Organizer
Cara Bolleycbolley@defiancelibrary.org
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09dec4:00 p.m.Knit + Crochet Club*IN-PERSON MEETINGS RESUME!*Defiance Public Library
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Note: In-person Knit + Crochet Club will return to the MakerSpace at Defiance Public Library, 320 Fort St., beginning Sept. 9, 2021. Join us on the second Thursday of each month
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Note: In-person Knit + Crochet Club will return to the MakerSpace at Defiance Public Library, 320 Fort St., beginning Sept. 9, 2021.
Join us on the second Thursday of each month for Knit + Crochet club! Learn new stitches to create a sampler scarf. Knit stitch begins at 4 p.m., with crochet to follow at 5 p.m. Beginners are welcome!
Click here to visit the club on Facebook and see what we’re up to! Videos from each session will still be shared to our Facebook group.
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Time
(Thursday) 4:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Organizer
Cara Bolleycbolley@defiancelibrary.org
11dec3:00 p.m.Needlefelt Letter OrnamentsVirtual EventOnline
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Needle felt your own letter ornaments during this free virtual/Zoom class for adults on Saturday, Dec. 11 at 3 p.m. from the Defiance Public Library System MakerSpace. Space is limited,
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Needle felt your own letter ornaments during this free virtual/Zoom class for adults on Saturday, Dec. 11 at 3 p.m. from the Defiance Public Library System MakerSpace. Space is limited, and supplies are provided. Register using the form below or by calling 419-782-1456 ext. 1108.
Time
(Saturday) 3:00 p.m.
Location
Online
Organizer
Cara Bolleycbolley@defiancelibrary.org
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