CLARK COUNTY LIBRARY

Upcoming Programs at the Clark County Public Library for the Week of April 28

Programs this week, as well as other library activities, include:

Main Library, 201 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield, (937) 328-6903

Seek and Find – Rain Boots: month of April

Can you find the images of rain boots hidden around the Lenski Children’s Center? See the staff person at the desk for a prize after you’ve found them all. Ages 3-18 (and still in school) may participant once each day.

Take and Make Origami Flower Box: month of April

Visit the Reference Desk to pick up an origami flower box kit, which includes instructions and paper to make four flower boxes. Available while supplies last. For adults.

Seek and Find – Flowers:

month of May

Can you find the images of flowers hidden around the Lenski Children’s Center? See the staff person at the desk for a prize after you’ve found them all. Ages 3-18 (and still in school) may participant once each day.

Little Blossoms Storytime: 9:30 a.m. Tuesday

This storytime engages babies and toddlers with books and learning through stories, music, movement and a simple craft idea to help develop fine motor skills. For ages birth to 2.5 years. Held in the Gaier Room.

Little Sprouts Storytime: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday

Led by a professional staff librarian, this storytime prepares preschoolers for later reading success through interactive stories, songs, rhymes, a craft idea and other fun activities to promote early literacy. For ages 3-5. Held in the Gaier Room.

Hiit to be Fit: 2 p.m. Tuesday

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.

Essential Oils 101: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday

Essential Oils Specialist Kara Chambers will guide you on the history and practical uses of essential oils. Attendees will receive a Make & Take bag and a compatibility scan to learn what oils work for them. Registration is required.

Anime and Manga Club: 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.

Preschool Yoga Storytime: 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.

Explorer’s Club: 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).

May the 4th Be with You!: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday

Stop in Lenski and get a Star Wars Dog tag (one per person) and watch a Star Wars movie! All ages.

Adventurer’s Guild: 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Saturday

Rose City Roleplayers:

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) 8642502

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.

A Taste of Books: The Fruit Bowl Escape: April 30 – May 30

Look through the library to see what fruit is missing. Tell the front desk and receive a dessert sticker. Children 12 and under.

Community of Crafters-tatters:

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 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.

Gentle Read Book Club:

6:30 p.m. Thursday

Join us on the first Thursday of each month to discuss a new title. This month’s selection is Ladies of the Lake

by Cathy Gohlke. For adults.

Houston Branch, 5 W. Jamestown St., South Charleston (937) 462-8047 Poetry Activity Bag:

April 1 – April 30

Pick up an activity bag containing a journal and mood pencil to write your own poetry in to help celebrate National Poetry Month. While supplies last.

Yoga for Beginners: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday

For adults of varying fitness levels. Most poses will be accompanied by modifications for these various levels. Led by a staff member, not a certified instructor. Bring a mat or large towel.

Busy Bookworms Storytime: 11 a.m. – noon Thursday

Program introduces toddlers and preschoolers to books, rhymes, music and crafts and teaches them how to interact with other children their age. Please call to register.

Park Branch, 1119 N. Bechtle Ave., Springfield (937) 322-2498 Storytime:

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.

D&D Club: Monster Slayers: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Thursday

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month as we experience an epic journey taking down monsters and exploring the great unknown. For ages 13-18 (still in high school). You do not need to know the rules of D&D to join.

D&D Club: Treasure Hunters: 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.

Free Comic Book Day Scavenger Hunt: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday

Go on a short scavenger hunt to find all of the superhero references, return to the desk and pick out a pack of comics! All ages.

Southgate Branch, 1863 S. Limestone St.., Springfield (937) 322-2226

Want to be a Homeowner?: 2 p.m. Tuesday

Springfield Neighborhood Housing Partnership will explain how to begin the process of owning a home. For adults.