LIBRARY EVENTS
■ Join Marian Plank (NASM, CPT, CNC) for a free full body workout combining elements of strength and cardio set to a fun, upbeat soundtrack. Bring yourself and a mat! For adults in the Gaier Room.
■ 6:30 p.m. Wednesday” This Pawesome program is for caregivers who want to have fun with their children, show off their cupcake decorating skills and have a Purrfectly terrific time with Bad Kitty! For caregivers and children ages 3-8 in Gaier Room. Registration is required. Contact the Lenski Children’s Center at (937) 328-6905.
■ 6 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Thursday: Join us to chat about and share your favorite anime and manga with others just like you! Discuss the latest twists and turns of your manga and anime and have some fun. For ages 12-18 in
Lenski Program Room.
■ 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Thursday: Join us for an evening of chattin’ and chewin’ at this club for adults, in the Gaier Room.
■ 10:30 a.m. Friday: Join us for stories incorporating basic yoga, movement and meditation. Led by staff for preschool age children with their guardian in the Gaier Room.
■ 10 a.m. – noon Saturday: Using D&D 5th edition rules, we will explore the Forgotten Realms, discovering secrets in the wilderness and making friends along the way. Registration is required. Email kervin@ccplohio.org. For ages 9-12 in the Gaier Room.
■ 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday: You will be shown the ins and outs of tabletop roleplaying games in this meetup held three times each month in Meeting Room 5. For adults 18 and over (out of high school).
■ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday: The library’s Community Engagement team and Bookmobile will be at the campgrounds for the Buck Creek State Park’s Eclipse Weekend. The team will offer fun eclipse activities and a photo op station. ■ Adventurer’s Guild: 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Saturday: Come join our adventuring party as we complete quests, fight monsters and solve mysteries around town. We will use D&D 5th edition rules to play. Registration is required. Email kervin@ccplohio.org. For ages 13-18 in the Gaier Room.
ENON BRANCH, 409 E. MAIN ST., ENON (937) 864-2502
■ March 18 – April 8: Stop by the library to pick up a My Solar Eclipse Experience sheet and solar eclipse viewing glasses, while supplies last. All ages welcome to participate.
■ A Taste of Books: Origami Ice Cream Cone: April 1 – April 29: Pick up supplies to create your origami ice cream cone, while supplies last. All ages.
■ 10 a.m. Wednesday: Library-awareness program to acquaint your child with the wonderful world of books. Most storytimes are theme-based and will include music and movement, along with a simple craft. For ages 2 and 3.
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11 a.m. Wednesday: Library-awareness program to acquaint your child with the wonderful world of books. Most storytimes are theme-based and will include music and movement along with a simple craft. For ages 4 and 5.
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10 a.m. – noon Thursday: Share ideas and knowledge and problem-solve with others. You may even participate in a service project. Feel free to bring one of your current projects to work on. For adults.
■ 6:30 p.m. Thursday: Join us on the first Thursday of each month to discuss a new title. This month’s selection is The Unlikely Yarn of the Dragon Lady by Sharon Mondragon. For adults.
HOUSTON BRANCH, 5 W. JAMESTOWN ST., SOUTH PARK BRANCH, 1119 N. BECHTLE AVE., SPRINGFIELD (937) 322-2498
■ open hours Monday: Discover the five stages of a solar eclipse with this simple craft. Pick up a kit today, while supplies last. For ages 5-12.
■ April 1 – April 8: Learn some amazing facts about eclipses while you hunt through the library on a scavenger hunt. Prizes and eclipse glasses will be provided, while supplies last.
■ 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Thursday: Together we will share stories, sing, move to music and make a craft. It’s a perfect chance to learn how to interact with other children ages 2-5. Parent or caregiver must be present with each child.
■ 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Thursday: Join us on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month as we delve into the deepest caverns and dangerous dungeons in search of wealth and wonders. For ages 9-12. You do not need to know the rules of D&D to join.