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Bookworm Summer Reading Finale Party!
2025-07-23 18:00:00 2025-07-23 21:00:00 America/New_York Bookworm Summer Reading Finale Party! You read the books, you completed the activities, now come get your trophy and enjoy the best party of the summer! Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the Basement Collective at this year's party! Offsite -

Wednesday, July 23
6:00pm - 9:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-23 18:00:00 2025-07-23 21:00:00 America/New_York Bookworm Summer Reading Finale Party! You read the books, you completed the activities, now come get your trophy and enjoy the best party of the summer! Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the Basement Collective at this year's party! Offsite -

You read the books, you completed the activities, now come get your trophy and enjoy the best party of the summer! Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the Basement Collective at this year's party!

The party will be held at Yoctangee Park in the Bolmer Shelterhouse, weather permitting.

6:00 to 7:00: Kids, pick up your Bookworm trophy, enjoy some snow cones, get a free hotdog from the Haute Doggerie, and jam to the Basement Collective!

7:00 to 7:15: Grand prize winners to be announced!

7:15 to 7:30: Victory lap through the park!

7:30 to 9:00: Private swim party at the Chillicothe City Pool!

AGE GROUP: | Toddlers | Teens | School Age | Preschool | Pre-Teens | Babies | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Bookworm |

TAGS: | All Ages |

Offsite
contact@crcpl.org
Phone: 740-702-4145
Hours
Mon, May 19 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 20 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 21 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 22 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 24 Closed
Sun, May 25 Closed
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About the branch

Sometimes, library events are held offsite at locations around the community.  You might find us with a storytime at Yoctangee Park, or a book club at the local coffee shop!

Upcoming Events

Butterfly Watch!
Wed, May 21, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Tai Chi
Wed, May 21, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Annex Room A
Join us at the Main Library Annex and try this gentle form of exercise.
Keva Plank Free Build
Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Salem Branch - In the Library
Drop by this week and get building! We?ll have Keva planks set out for kids to create, stack, and design at their own pace. Let your imagination run wild!
Butterfly Watch!
Thu, May 22, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Discovery Garden
Thu, May 22, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Imaginative play, stories, games, art & music. This program is a partnership between the library and Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio.
Watercolor Resist Crayon Art
Thu, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
Let's get creative! Draw on watercolor paper with crayons, then watch what happens when you then paint over with watercolors!
Book Buddies Book Club
Thu, May 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northside Branch - Myers Meeting Room
A Book Club for kids that are just beginning and/or reading beginner chapter books. Each month there is a book that has been specially selected and is available at the Northside Branch
CRCPL Computer College
Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Meeting Room B
Participate in a 6-week Computer College to develop and strengthen digital skills. Complete all 6 classes and earn a Chromebook and WiFi Internet. Application required. REGISTRATION CLOSED.
Butterfly Watch!
Fri, May 23, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Butterfly Watch!
Sat, May 24, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Saturday Storytime
Sat, May 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Area
Looking for something fun to do with your toddler on the weekend? Bring them to the library! We will read, sing, dance, play, and our favorite thing to do -- bubbles!
Butterfly Watch!
Sun, May 25, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Butterfly Watch!
Mon, May 26, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Butterfly Watch!
Tue, May 27, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Children's Clothing Bank
Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Clothing Bank
The Children's Clothing Bank, located in the Main Library Annex and operated by the First Presbyterian Church of Chillicothe, provides clothes for children ranging in size from infant to teens.
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Main Library
Tue, May 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Area
Need a comforting companion to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs to brighten your day!
Register
Book Bingo!
Tue, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
Come and play Bingo with a literary twist! Instead of numbers, we will be using book titles.
VolunTeen Training
Tue, May 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Have you finished 6th grade? Want to gain experience for applications, help younger kids, and show your love for the library?all while earning a cool T-shirt? Sign up to be a VolunTeen!
This event is full
Butterfly Watch!
Wed, May 28, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Storytime Fun!
Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Join us each month for stories, crafts, and songs.
Discovering Genealogy
Wed, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
Join us to learn about tracing your roots and explore the resources the library has to offer.
VolunTeen Training
Wed, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Have you finished 6th grade? Want to gain experience for applications, help younger kids, and show your love for the library?all while earning a cool T-shirt? Sign up to be a VolunTeen!
This event is full
Bring the Farm to You
Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Northside Branch - Shelterhouse
Visit with live farm animals when Bring the Farm to You comes to the Northside Branch.
Butterfly Watch!
Thu, May 29, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
Discovery Garden
Thu, May 29, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Imaginative play, stories, games, art & music. This program is a partnership between the library and Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio.
Free Legal Advice Clinic
Thu, May 29, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Volunteer attorneys are available to answer your civil legal questions. Service provided by LASCO.
VolunTeen Training
Thu, May 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Have you finished 6th grade? Want to gain experience for applications, help younger kids, and show your love for the library?all while earning a cool T-shirt? Sign up to be a VolunTeen!
CRCPL Computer College
Thu, May 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Meeting Room B
Participate in a 6-week Computer College to develop and strengthen digital skills. Complete all 6 classes and earn a Chromebook and WiFi Internet. Application required. REGISTRATION CLOSED.
Butterfly Watch!
Fri, May 30, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
VolunTeen Training
Fri, May 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Have you finished 6th grade? Want to gain experience for applications, help younger kids, and show your love for the library?all while earning a cool T-shirt? Sign up to be a VolunTeen!
Butterfly Watch!
Sat, May 31, All day
Northside Branch
Watch caterpillars transform into butterflies up close! The Butterfly Center will be set up for anyone interested in watching their metamorphosis.
VolunTeen Training
Sat, May 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Have you finished 6th grade? Want to gain experience for applications, help younger kids, and show your love for the library?all while earning a cool T-shirt? Sign up to be a VolunTeen!
DIY Beeswax Food Wraps
Sat, May 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Learn how to make your own reusable beeswax wraps that can replace your plastic wrap. All materials provided.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Mon, Jun 02, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Wiggle Worms
Mon, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch - Northside Reading Garden
A half hour of music, movement, and short stories! On the last Monday of the month, a bilingual storytime is offered in English and Spanish.
Hang Out with Listening Dog at Northside Branch
Mon, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room
Need a comforting companion to talk to or read with? Our library offers one-on-one sessions with licensed therapy dogs to brighten your day!
Register
Song Sandwich with the Caravan
Mon, Jun 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Annex Room B
Part sing-along, part storytelling, this musical performance is guaranteed to fill your belly...with laughter!
VolunTeen Training
Mon, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Have you finished 6th grade? Want to gain experience for applications, help younger kids, and show your love for the library?all while earning a cool T-shirt? Sign up to be a VolunTeen!
Check 'Em Out! Book Club
Mon, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Paxton (Bainbridge) Branch - In the Library
This is a book club for anybody interested in reading books and meeting new people.
Pirates vs Cowboys with the Caravan
Mon, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Howard S. Young (Frankfort) Branch - Frankfort Meeting Room
Join us as the Caravan shares the book Pirates vs. Cowboys, plus interactive games, a bandana coloring station, and a home-made root beer tasting!
Friends of Dorothy Book Club
Mon, Jun 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room A
Join us the first Monday of the month to discuss a variety of LGBTQ+ literature, everything from fantasy to memoirs.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Tue, Jun 03, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Vision Van
Tue, Jun 03, 9:00am - 2:30pm
Mt. Logan Branch
The Vision Van will be visiting some of our libraries this summer to perform free eye exams and provide free glasses for students aged 4-18 years old.
Register
VolunTeen Training
Tue, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Annex Room D
Have you finished 6th grade? Want to gain experience for applications, help younger kids, and show your love for the library?all while earning a cool T-shirt? Sign up to be a VolunTeen!
Adult Paint Night
Tue, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mt. Logan Branch - In the Library
Join us for a fun night as we paint along to a step-by-step video.
Art Spaces: Community Quilt Show
Wed, Jun 04, All day
Northside Branch - Northside Art Gallery
Quilts from the community will be on display during June and July.
Let's Walk Together
Wed, Jun 04, 9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library - Annex Room A,Main Green
Let's enjoy a walk together around our neighborhood this summer. Meet at the Main Library community garden. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Kingston Branch - Kingston Meeting Room
Come have fun playing with bubbles, reading stories, and making a bubbly craft.
Book Bunch Book Club
Wed, Jun 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Richmond Dale Branch - In the Library
Join us and discuss this month's book club pick!
Bookworm Summer Reading Kickoff Party!
Wed, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Conference Room,Meeting Room B,Myers Meeting Room,Shelterhouse
It's Bookworm time! Help us kick off summer reading with snow cones, face painting, and more! The Cincinnati Circus will also present a mini show. You can even try out circus juggling or hula hoops!
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