WINTER 2024-25 Keeping it Cozy with Your Briggs Lawrence County Libraries BRIGGSLIBRARY.ORG
FROM OUR DIRECTOR With winter fast approaching BLCPL is preparing to settle in and warm things up with a season of programming which brings the best the library has to offer to its community. Join us for our Winter Reading Program. Patrons who complete the program will receive a branded BLCPL mug for their warm beverages along with other prizes. Our locations will be acting as Warming Stations during the harsh weather to come. Stop in to warm up and enjoy a free cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa at your neighborhood BLCPL location. If the winds of winter prove too sharp, enjoy the materials available from your library in the comfort of your own home. E-books, Audiobooks, Magazines, Music, Movies and more are available digitally from your Smart TV or your Smartphone to use the Libby Application or the Hoopla Application. Login using your library card and your pin number and enjoy thousands of digital titles available for free at your fingertips. If you’re interested in braving the weather, come out to support the library at Proctorville’s Annual Christmas Parade and at our regularly scheduled programming all through the season. Gretchen Claypool, Executive Director, Briggs Lawrence County Public Library System Ironton Branch 321 South 4th Street Ironton, Ohio 45638 (740) 532-1124 South Point Branch 317 Solida Road South Point, Ohio 45680 (740) 377-2288 Chesapeake Branch 11054 County Road 1 Chesapeake, Ohio 45619 (740) 867-3390 Proctorville Branch 410 Elizabeth Street Proctorville, Ohio 45669 (740) 886-6697 Symmes Valley Branch 14860 State Route 141 Willow Wood, Ohio 45696 (740) 202-9182 Hamner Room (Genealogy) 321 South 4th Street Ironton, Ohio 45638 (740) 532-1124 OUR BRANCHES Library Administration Offices P.O. Box 1116 • South Point, OH 45680 • (740) 533-0363 Settle in for a winter break filled with family and fun by checking out one or more of the various board games BLCPL has to offer. Whether it’s an ancient masterpiece like chess, a nostalgic interlude with Mystery Date or a complex modern adventure like Wingspan, BLCPL has the game to entertain you and yours this holiday season. IMAGINE A LIBRARY “BEYOND BOOKS.”
Briggsy’s Kids Story & Music Times Enjoy books, songs, and activities while building literacy skills and encourage emerging language and literacy skills while having fun. Preschool Storytime (for ages 3 – 6) Enjoy books, songs, activities and more, while building early literacy skills. Mondays | Ironton | 11:00 a.m. Tuesdays | Proctorville | 11:00 a.m. Wednesdays | South Point | 11:00 a.m. Thursdays | Chesapeake | 11:00 a.m. Saturdays | Symmes Valley | 11:00 a.m. Toddler Time (for ages 12 months – 36 months) Encourage emerging language and literacy skills with books, rhymes, music, and fun. Tuesdays | Ironton | 11:00 a.m. Wednesdays | Chesapeake | 11:00 a.m. Family Storytime (for all ages) Bring the whole family to enjoy books, songs, and activities while building literacy skills. Tuesdays | Ironton | 5:00 p.m. Music & Motion (for ages 5 and under) Join us for fun and learning with songs, dance, rhythm, and movement. Mondays | Chesapeake | 11:00 a.m. Winter Bingo Reading Challenge Dec. 16 – Jan. 31 All Locations (for all ages) Cozy up with great books and make reading a habit this winter! Visit your local branch to register and pick up your BINGO card to experience a wintery mix of reading and activity-based challenges. Complete BINGOs to get entered into drawings, for your chance to win prizes! The more BINGOs you complete, the more chances to win! The whole family is invited to join the Winter Reading Challenge.
Adult Programs Crochet Club (for adults and seniors) Every Tuesday of the month South Point | 1:00 p.m. Thanksgiving Doorknob Hanger (for adults and seniors) Nov. 6 | South Point | 2:00 p.m. Nov. 8 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Nov. 13 | Chesapeake | 2:00 p.m. Nov. 14 | Proctorville | 2:00 p.m. Movie: Squanto (PG) (for adults and seniors) Popcorn and water will be provided. Nov. 7 | South Point | 1:00 p.m. Nov. 15 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Bingo (for Adults and Seniors) Play free for fun and prizes Nov. 20 | Chesapeake | 2:00 p.m. Nov. 21 | South Point | 2:00 p.m. Nov. 22 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Book Discussion (for adults and seniors) Please call or email Amy (740-886-6697 award@briggslibrary.org) to obtain this month’s book selection. The Ironton Senior Center is located on Park Avenue in the old Marting Hotel on the second floor. Nov. 15 | Ironton Senior Center | 10:30 a.m. Creative Gift Wrapping (for adults and seniors) Learn new ways to wrap your holiday gifts. Nov. 5 | Chesapeake | 2:00 p.m. Nov. 19 | Proctorville | 2:00 p.m. 3rd Thursday Book Discussion (for Adults and Seniors) Contact Carolyn at the Proctorville Branch for this month’s title and to obtain a copy of the book. Nov. 21 | Proctorville | 2:00 p.m. Crochet Club (for adults and seniors) Learn to crochet or bring your own project. Nov. 7 | Proctorville | 5:00 p.m. Nov. 21 | Proctorville | 5:00 p.m. Nimble Needlers (for all ages) Like an old fashioned quilting bee, the Nimble Needlers welcomes all needle crafters to meet, talk and have fun. Nov. 9 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Nov. 23 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. H.E.A.P. Assistance (for adults and seniors) A representative from the state will be available to answer your questions and help with your Home Energy Assistance Program applications. Nov. 13 | Proctorville | 11:00 a.m. Nov. 27 | Proctorville | 11:00 a.m. Symmes Creek Quilters (for adults and seniors) Everyone welcome. Don’t forget your sewing supplies. Nov. 14 | Symmes Valley | 5:00 p.m. Meet the Author: Lori Shafer (for all ages) Local author, Lori Shafer, will be signing copies of her newest book, Wicked Lawrence County, Ohio. Nov. 16 | South Point | 2:00 p.m. St. Ann Book Discussion Group (for adults and seniors) Please contact the Chesapeake branch to obtain a copy of the monthly book selection. Nov. 21 | Chesapeake | 1:00 p.m. Youth Programs Dinovember Party (for children) Join us for a dino-tastic celebration featuring dinosaur-themed games, crafts, and get your photo with our T-Rex. Nov. 2 | Ironton | 1:00 p.m. Fun with Snap Circuits (for ages 6 – 11) Drop in to explore Snap Circuits–a fun and creative way to learn about electronic engineering for kids. Nov. 4 | Ironton | 3:00 p.m. Create a Wand (for teens) Need a Witch or Wizard’s wand for Ironton Wizarfest or just want to make a magic wand? Join us to create your own personal wand. Nov. 4 | Symmes Valley | 5:00 p.m. Monster Book of Monsters Craft (for children and teens) Wizards and witches, come by the library to make your own vicious guide to monstrous creatures. Nov. 4 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. DIY Neon Signs (for teens) Spruce up your space by creating a neon sign using electroluminescent (el) wire. Registration required. Nov. 5 | Proctorville | 4:00 p.m. Nov. 19 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Briggs Builders (for children) Join us to build and create with Lego, Keva planks, and more. What will you construct? Nov. 6 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. NOVEMBER IRONTON SOUTH POINT
Homeschool Hub (HSH): Dinosaur Discovery (for ages 6 – 11) Explore the world of dinosaurs with hands-on activities and crafts. Nov. 7 | South Point | 11:00 a.m. Nov. 13 | Ironton | 11:00 a.m. Nov. 25 | Proctorville | 11:00 a.m. Crystal Ball Making (for ages 6 – 11) Get ready to channel your inner wizard or witch and craft your very own enchanting crystal ball. Nov. 7 | Chesapeake | 3:00 p.m. Wizarding Night (for children and teens) Dress up as your favorite wizard or witch and join us for games and crafts as we gear up for Ironton Wizardfest. Nov. 7 | Ironton | 5:00 p.m. Mini Movie Marathon (for all ages all month long) Bring a blanket and binge-watch the Harry Potter series. • Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Nov. 9 | Symmes Valley | 1:00 p.m. • Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Nov. 16 | Symmes Valley | 1:00 p.m. • Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Nov. 23 | Symmes Valley | 1:00 p.m. • Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2 Nov. 30 | Symmes Valley | 1:00 p.m. Teen Book Club (for ages 12 – 18) Teens meet to discuss books and graphic novels. Just bring whatever you’re reading. Nov. 13 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Murder Mystery (for teens) Play detective to crack the cold case murder of a wealthy New York woman from the 1920s. Nov. 14 | Ironton | 3:00 p.m. Unleash your Inner Bird of Prey! (for children and teens) Falcons, Buzzards and Owls! Join us for a thrilling day of fun and creativity at our birds of prey craft event. Nov. 14 | Chesapeake | 3:00 p.m. Kids Book Club (for ages 8 – 12) Join us for a brief discussion and activity featuring The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson. Pick up a book at the library or check hoopla & Libby for availability. Nov. 14 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. National Falconry Day! (for all ages) Discover Birds of Prey with live falcons at the Library. Presented by the Ohio School of Falconry. Nov. 16 | Chesapeake | 1:00 p.m. Art Adventure: Dinosaur Silhouette Art (for ages 6 – 11) Join us to create some dino-mite masterpieces. It might get messy, so dress accordingly. Nov. 18 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Harry Potter Paper Tube Puppets (for kids) Create paper tube puppets of your favorite Harry Potter characters. Nov. 18 | Symmes Valley | 5:00 p.m. Minute-To-Win-It: Thanksgiving Edition (for ages 6 – 11) Compete with your friends in some fun games. Are you up to the challenge? Nov. 18 | Ironton | 4:00 p.m. Nov. 21 | Proctorville | 4:00 p.m. C.Y.O.A. Read Aloud Book Club (for ages 6 – 11) We’ll read the Race Forever Choose Your Own Adventure Book, deciding our fate as a group and do fun activities related to the book. Nov. 19 | Chesapeake | 3:00 p.m. Spanish Club (for ages 6 – 11) Come learn the basics of Spanish with instructor Jonathan McCormick. Nov. 20 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. HUG Shirts (for teens) Give thanks and HUG it out: design your own HUG shirt with friends, and share some snacks. Registration required. Nov. 21 | Chesapeake | 3:00 p.m. Movie: The Land Before Time (for all ages) Join us for a screening of this classic dinosaur feature. Popcorn & water provided. G | 69 minutes. Nov. 23 | Ironton | 1:00 p.m. Polymer Clay Creations (for children and teens) Holiday Clay Magic: Learn to make charming figurines, decorations, and unique gifts using Polymer Clay with Karen Partridge of “Pixie Potters’ Place.” Nov. 23 | Chesapeake | 12:00 p.m. CHESAPEAKE PROCTORVILLE SYMMES VALLEY
2 nd Dinovember Party | 1:00 p.m. Ironton 4 th Fun with Snap Circuits | 3:00 p.m. Ironton Create a Wand | 5:00 p.m. Symmes Valley Monster Book Of Monsters Craft | 4:00 p.m. South Point 5 th Creative Gift Wrapping | 2:00 p.m. Chesapeake DIY Neon Signs | 4:00 p.m. Proctorville 6 th Thanksgiving Doorknob Hanger| 2:00 p.m. South Point Briggs Builders | 4:00 p.m. South Point 7 th Homeschool Hub: Dinosaur Discovery | 11:00 a.m. South Point Squanto (PG) | 1:00 p.m. South Point Crystal Ball Making | 3:00 p.m. Chesapeake Wizarding Night | 5:00 p.m. Ironton Crochet Club | 5:00 p.m. Proctorville 8 th Thanksgiving Doorknob Hanger | 2:00 p.m. Ironton 9 th Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone | 1:00 p.m. Symmes Valley 13 th H.E.A.P. Assistance | 11:00 a.m. Proctorville Homeschool Hub: Dinosaur Discovery | 11:00 a.m. Ironton Thanksgiving Doorknob Hanger | 2:00 p.m. Chesapeake Teen Book Club | 4:00 p.m. South Point 14 th Thanksgiving Doorknob Hanger | 2:00 p.m. Proctorville Murder Mystery | 3:00 p.m. Ironton Unleash your Inner Bird of Prey! | 3:00 p.m. Chesapeake Kids Book Club | 4:00 p.m. South Point Symmes Creek Quilters | 5:00 p.m. Symmes Valley 15 th Book Discussion | 10:30 a.m. Ironton Senior Center Squanto (PG) | 2:00 p.m. Ironton 16 th Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire | 1:00 p.m. Symmes Valley National Falconry Day! | 1:00 p.m. Chesapeake 18 th Art Adventure: Dinosaur Silhouette Art | 4:00 p.m. South Point Minute-To-Win-It: Thanksgiving Edition | 4:00 p.m. Ironton Harry Potter Paper Tube Puppets | 5:00 p.m. Symmes Valley 19 th Creative Gift Wrapping | 2:00 p.m. Proctorville C.Y.O.A. Read Aloud Book Club | 3:00 p.m. Chesapeake DIY Neon Signs | 4:00 p.m. South Point 20 th Bingo | 2:00 p.m. Chesapeake Spanish Club | 4:00 p.m. South Point 21 st St. Ann Book Discussion Group | 1:00 p.m. Chesapeake Third Thursday Book Discussion | 2:00 p.m. Proctorville Bingo | 2:00 p.m. South Point HUG Shirts | 3:00 p.m. Chesapeake Minute-To-Win-It: Thanksgiving Edition | 4:00 p.m. Proctorville Crochet Club | 5:00 p.m. Proctorville 22 nd Bingo | 2:00 p.m. Ironton 23 rd Polymer Clay Creations | 12:00 p.m. Chesapeake Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince | 1:00 p.m. Symmes Valley The Land Before Time | 1:00 p.m. Ironton 27 th H.E.A.P. Assistance | 11:00 a.m. Proctorville 25 th Homeschool Hub: Dinosaur Discovery | 11:00 a.m. Proctorville 30 th Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, 2 | 1:00 p.m. Symmes Valley NOV Mitten Tree (for adults and seniors) Dec. 7 – Dec. 21 | All Day at All Locations Please help each library branch decorate our trees with new mittens, gloves, hats, scarves or socks. These will be donated to local charities for distribution.
2 nd Cookies with Santa | 5:30pm Ironton 3 rd Creative Gift Wrapping | 2:00 p.m. Ironton Cookies With Santa | 5:30 p.m. South Point 4 th Creative Gift Wrapping | 2:00 p.m. South Point Briggs Builders | 4:00 p.m. South Point 5 th Homeschool Hub: Christmas STEM | 11:00 a.m. South Point Christmas Snowman Craft | 2:00 p.m. South Point Gingerbread Zombie Cookie Decorating | 4:00 p.m. Ironton Melted Plastic Cup Ornaments | 5:00 p.m. Symmes Valley Crochet Club | 5:00 p.m. Proctorville Cookies With Santa | 5:30 p.m. Proctorville 7 th Ugly Sweater Workshop | 11:00 a.m. Ironton Deck the Halls with Art | 12:00 p.m. Chesapeake Kelley’s Bridge Performance | 3:00 p.m. South Point 9 th Christmas Snowman Craft | 2:00 p.m. Ironton Fun with Snap Circuits | 3:00 p.m. Ironton Shrinky Dink Christmas Ornaments | 4:00 p.m. South Point 10 th Tri-State Mountain Dulcimer Society Performance | 11:00 a.m. Chesapeake Interactive Movie: Elf | 4:00 p.m. South Point Cookies With Santa | 5:30 p.m. Symmes Valley 11 th Homeschool Hub: Christmas Spice | 11:00 a.m. Ironton H.E.A.P. Assistance | 11:00 a.m. Proctorville Christmas Snowman Craft | 2:00 p.m. Chesapeake Teen Book Club | 4:00 p.m. South Point Cookies With Santa | 5:30 p.m. Chesapeake 12 th Christmas Snowman Craft | 2:00 p.m. Proctorville Craft: Melted Snowman Tealight Ornament | 4:00 p.m. Proctorville Kids Book Club | 4:00 p.m. South Point Symmes Creek Quilters | 5:00 p.m. Symmes Valley 13 th Movie: Prancer A Christmas Tale (PG) | 2:00 p.m. Ironton Family Fort Night | 5:00 p.m. South Point 16 th Book Discussion | 10:30 a.m. Ironton Senior Center Homeschool Hub: Shrinky Dink Ornaments | 11:00 a.m. Proctorville Dewey Sanderson Performance | 2:00 p.m. South Point Craft: Melted Snowman Tealight Ornament | 4:00 p.m. Ironton Mug Meals | 4:00 p.m. Proctorville 17 th C.Y.O.A. Read Aloud Book Club | 3:00 p.m. Chesapeake Mug Meals | 4:00 p.m. South Point Reindeer Hot Chocolate Bags | 5:00 p.m. Symmes Valley 18 th Movie: Prancer A Christmas Tale (PG) | 1:00 p.m. South Point Spanish Club | 4:00 p.m. South Point 19 th St. Ann Book Discussion Group | 1:00 p.m. Chesapeake Third Thursday Book Discussion | 2:00 p.m. Proctorville Crafters and Makers Swap Meet | 3:00 p.m. Chesapeake Crochet Club | 5:00 p.m. Proctorville Movie: The Grinch | 5:00 p.m. Symmes Valley 21 st Interactive Movie: A Christmas Story | 1:00 p.m. Ironton 2 nd Dungeons & Dragons | 4:00 p.m. Ironton Crochet Club | 5:00 p.m. Proctorville 6 th Fun with Snap Circuits | 3:00 p.m. Ironton 7 th Legos at the Library | 5:00 p.m. Symmes Valley 8 th H.E.A.P. Assistance | 11:00 a.m. Proctorville Homeschool Hub: Snowflake Bentley | 11:00 a.m. Ironton What Are You Reading? Book Club | 2:00 p.m. South Point Briggs Builders | 4:00 p.m. South Point 9 th HSH:Pop Up for Popcorn | 11:00 a.m. South Point Snowman Guided Painting Tutorial | 2:00 p.m. Proctorville Squishy Snowman | 3:00 p.m. Chesapeake Kids’ Art: Snowflake Salt Painting | 4:00 p.m. Proctorville Symmes Creek Quilters | 5:00 p.m. Symmes Valley 10 th Movie: On a Wing and a Prayer (PG) | 2:00 p.m. Ironton 11 th Library Showdown–Nerf Day | 11:00 a.m. Chesapeake Pokemon-Palooza! | 1:00 p.m. Ironton 13 th Snowman Guided Painting Tutorial | 2:00 p.m. Ironton Manga/Anime Club | 4:00 p.m. Ironton Art Adventure: Penguin Art | 4:00 p.m. South Point 14 th C.Y.O.A. Read Aloud Book Club | 3:00 p.m. Chesapeake Pizza Taste-Off | 4:00 p.m. South Point Shrinky Dinks l 5:00 p.m. Symmes Valley 15 th Coffee & Coloring | 2:00 p.m. Chesapeake TAB Interest Meeting | 4:00 p.m. Proctorville Teen Book Club | 4:00 p.m. South Point 16 th St. Ann Book Discussion Group | 1:00 p.m. Chesapeake Third Thursday Book Discussion | 2:00 p.m. Proctorville TAB Interest Meeting | 3:00 p.m. Chesapeake Kids’ Art: Snowflake Salt Painting | 4:00 p.m. Ironton Dungeons & Dragons | 4:00 p.m. Ironton Kids Book Club | 4:00 p.m. South Point Crochet Club | 5:00 p.m. Proctorville 17 th Book Discussion | 10:30 a.m. Ironton Senior Center 21 st CSI: Pickle Autopsy | 4:00 p.m. South Point 22 nd H.E.A.P. Assistance | 11:00 a.m. Proctorville Snowman Guided Painting Tutorial | 2:00 p.m. Chesapeake Spanish Club | 4:00 p.m. South Point 23 rd Movie: On a Wing and a Prayer (PG) | 1:00 p.m. South Point CSI: Pickle Autopsy | 4:00 p.m. Proctorville Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Interest Meeting | 4:00 p.m. South Point Movie: Disney’s Wish l 5:00 p.m. Symmes Valley 25 th Winter Wonderland - Cardboard Edition! | 10:30 a.m. Chesapeake Among Us…In Real Life | 1:00 p.m. Ironton 27 th HSH: Winter STEM Activities | 11:00 a.m. Proctorville What Are You Reading? Book Club | 2:00 p.m. Ironton 30 th Snowman Guided Painting Tutorial | 2:00 p.m. South Point Crochet Club | 5:00 p.m. Proctorville DEC JAN
Adult Programs Creative Gift Wrapping (for adults and seniors) Learn new ways to wrap your holiday gifts. Dec. 3 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Dec. 4 | South Point | 2:00 p.m. Christmas Snowman Craft (for adults and seniors) Dec. 5 | South Point | 2:00 p.m. Dec. 9 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Dec. 11 | Chesapeake | 2:00 p.m. Dec. 12 | Proctorville | 2:00 p.m. Crochet Club (for adults and seniors) Learn to crochet or bring your own project. Dec. 5 | Proctorville | 5:00 p.m. Dec. 19 | Proctorville | 5:00 p.m. Kelley’s Bridge Performance (for adults and seniors) This local group of musicians will be playing selections of Christmas music. Dec. 7 | South Point | 3:00 p.m. Tri-State Mountain Dulcimer Society Performance (for adults and seniors) This local group of musicians will be performing a variety of Christmas music. Dec. 10 | Chesapeake | 11:00 a.m. H.E.A.P. Assistance (ffor adults and seniors) A representative from the state will be available to answer your questions and help with your Home Energy Assistance Program applications. Dec. 11 | Proctorville | 11:00 a.m. Symmes Creek Quilters (for adults and seniors) Everyone welcome. Don’t forget your sewing supplies. Dec. 12 | Symmes Valley | 5:00 p.m. Movie: Prancer A Christmas Tale (PG) (for adults and seniors) Popcorn and water will be provided. Dec. 13 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Dec. 18 | South Point | 1:00 p.m. Free Gift Wrapping (for adults and seniors) The library is offering gift wrapping stations at each branch. We will provide wrapping paper, scissors, tape, bows and ribbon. You bring the gifts. Dec. 14 – 21 | All Branches | 10:00 a.m. to an hour before closing Nimble Needlers (for all ages) Like an old fashioned quilting bee, the Nimble Needlers welcomes all needle crafters to meet, talk and have fun. Dec. 14 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Dec. 28 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Book Discussion (for adults and seniors) Please call or email Amy (740-886-6697 award@briggslibrary.org) to obtain this month’s book selection. The Ironton Senior Center is located on Park Avenue in the old Marting Hotel on the second floor. Dec. 16 | Ironton Senior Center | 10:30 a.m. Dewey Sanderson Performance (for adults and seniors) This local musician will be playing selections of Christmas music on his hammered dulcimer. Dec. 16 | South Point | 2:00 p.m. St. Ann Book Discussion Group (for adults and seniors) Please contact the Chesapeake branch to obtain a copy of the monthly book selection. Dec. 19 | Chesapeake | 1:00 p.m. 3rd Thursday Book Discussion (for adults and seniors) Contact Carolyn at the Proctorville Branch for this month’s title and to obtain a copy of the book. Dec. 19 | Proctorville | 2:00 p.m. Youth Programs Cookies With Santa (for all ages) Visit the library to meet Santa. Enjoy crafts, games, & cookies while supplies last. Dec. 2 | Ironton | 5:30 p.m. Dec. 3 | South Point | 5:30 p.m. Dec. 5 | Proctorville | 5:30 p.m. Dec. 10 | Symmes Valley | 5:30 p.m. Dec. 11 | Chesapeake | 5:30 p.m. Briggs Builders (for children) Join us to build and create with Lego, Keva planks, and more. What will you construct? Dec. 4 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Homeschool Hub (HSH: Christmas STEM (for ages 6 – 11) Join us to participate in a variety of Christmas themed STEM activities. Dec. 5 | South Point | 11:00 a.m. Gingerbread Zombie Cookie Decorating (for teens) Come decorate gingerbread cookies to look like festive holiday zombies. Dec. 5 | Ironton | 4:00 p.m. Plastic Cup Ornaments (for kids) Design your own ornaments with Sharpies and plastic cups. Dec. 5 | Symmes Valley | 5:00 p.m. DECEMBER IRONTON SOUTH POINT
Ugly Sweater Workshop (for children and teens) Make your own ugly Christmas sweater. You bring the sweater, we provide the ugly. Dec. 7 | Ironton | 11:00 a.m. Deck the Halls with Art (for ages 6 – 18) Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon painting with friends, and leave with your very own holiday masterpiece– all materials provided, just bring your holiday spirit. Registration required. Dec. 7 | Chesapeake | 12:00 p.m. Fun with Snap Circuits (for ages 6 – 11) Drop in to explore Snap Circuits–a fun and creative way to learn about electronic engineering for kids. Dec. 9 | Ironton | 3:00 p.m. Homeschool Hub (HSH): Christmas Spice (for ages 6 – 11) Explore the spices of Christmas, through history, geography, and make a traditional orange and clove decoration. Dec. 11 | Ironton | 11:00 a.m. Art Adventure: Shrinky Dink Christmas Ornaments (for ages 6 – 11) Make a fun Shrinky Dink ornaments. Dec. 9 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Interactive Movie: Elf (for children and teens) Experience this holiday classic in a whole new way with interactive instructions and props. Popcorn and water provided. Dec. 10 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Teen Book Club (for ages 12 – 18) Teens meet to discuss books and graphic novels. Just bring whatever you’re reading. Dec. 11 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Kids Book Club (for ages 8 – 12) Join us for a brief discussion and activity featuring The One and Only Ivan by Katharine Applegate. Pick up a book at the library or check hoopla & Libby for availability. Dec. 12 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Family Fort Night (all ages) Bring your blankets and sheets to transform nooks and crannies into your family’s cozy fort inside the library! Wear your pjs, read stories together, eat snacks, and have fun at this after-hours event for families. We will have fort building supplies on hand, too. Dec. 13 | South Point | 5:00 p.m. Homeschool Hub (HSH): Shrinky Dink Ornaments (for ages 6 – 11) Color, cut, and create some fun, festive ornaments for the holiday season. Dec. 16 | Proctorville | 11:00 a.m. Craft: Melted Snowman Tealight Ornament (for children) Create a snowman ornament. Dec. 12 | Proctorville | 4:00 p.m. Dec. 16 | Ironton | 4:00 p.m. Mug Meals (for Teens) Learn to cook super simple, quick foods using a mug and a microwave. Registration required. Dec. 16 | Proctorville | 4:00 p.m. Dec. 17 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. C.Y.O.A. Read Aloud Book Club (for ages 6 – 11) We’ll read the Secret of the Ninja Choose Your Own Adventure Book, deciding our fate as a group and do fun activities related to the book. Dec. 17 | Chesapeake | 3:00 p.m. Reindeer Hot Chocolate Bags (for teens) Create a reindeer treat with all the makings for hot chocolate. Dec. 17 | Symmes Valley | 5:00 p.m. Spanish Club (for ages 6 –11) Come learn the basics of Spanish with instructor Jonathan McCormick. Dec. 18 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Makers Swap Meet (for teens) Swap your creations at the Teen Makers’ Swap Meet–A unique event where young creators showcase their talents, explore DIY projects, share crafty secrets, and build connections. Dec. 19 | Chesapeake | 3:00 p.m. Movie: The Grinch (for all ages) Bring a blanket and join us for popcorn and a movie. PG | 90 minutes Dec. 19 | Symmes Valley | 5:00 p.m. Interactive Movie: A Christmas Story (for children and teens) Come dressed as your favorite Christmas Story character and munch on popcorn as we watch this holiday classic in a whole new way with interactive instructions and props. Dec. 21 | Ironton | 1:00 p.m. CHESAPEAKE PROCTORVILLE SYMMES VALLEY
Adult Programs Crochet Club (for adults and seniors) Learn to crochet or bring your own project. Jan. 2 | Proctorville | 5:00 p.m. Jan. 16 | Proctorville | 5:00 p.m. Jan. 30 | Proctorville | 5:00 p.m. H.E.A.P. Assistance (for adults and seniors) A representative from the state will be available to answer your questions and help with your Home Energy Assistance Program applications. Jan. 8 | Proctorville | 11:00 a.m. Jan. 22 | Proctorville | 11:00 a.m. What Are You Reading? Book Club (for adults and seniors) For this book club, bring a title you are reading or have read. As a group, we will discuss everyone’s choices and give reviews. Jan. 8 | South Point | 2:00 p.m. Jan. 27 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Snowman Guided Painting Tutorial (for adults and seniors) We will be following a YouTube video to paint a winter snowman. Jan. 9 | Proctorville | 2:00 p.m. Jan. 13 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Jan. 22 | Chesapeake | 2:00 p.m. Jan. 30 | South Point | 2:00 p.m. Symmes Creek Quilters (for adults and seniors) Everyone welcome. Don’t forget your sewing supplies. Jan. 9 | Symmes Valley | 5:00 p.m. Movie: On a Wing and a Prayer (PG) (for adults and seniors) Popcorn and water will be provided. Jan. 10 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Jan. 23 | South Point | 1:00 p.m. Nimble Needlers (for all ages) Like an old fashioned quilting bee, the Nimble Needlers welcomes all needle crafters to meet, talk and have fun. Jan. 11 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Jan. 25 | Ironton | 2:00 p.m. Coffee & Coloring (for adults and seniors) Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of coloring while enjoying your favorite hot beverage. Coffee, tea and hot chocolate will be provided. Jan. 15 | Chesapeake | 2:00 p.m. St. Ann Book Discussion Group (for adults and seniors) Please contact the Chesapeake branch to obtain a copy of the monthly book selection. Jan. 16 | Chesapeake | 1:00 p.m. 3rd Thursday Book Discussion (for adults and seniors) Contact Carolyn at the Proctorville Branch for this month’s title and to obtain a copy of the book. Jan. 16 | Proctorville | 2:00 p.m. Ironton Senior Center Book Discussion (for adults and seniors) Please call or email Amy (740-886-6697 award@briggslibrary.org) to obtain this month’s book selection. The Ironton Senior Center is located on Park Avenue in the old Marting Hotel on the second floor. Jan. 17 | Ironton Senior Center | 10:30 a.m. Youth Programs Dungeons & Dragons (for ages 12 – 18) Help save the realm! All skill levels welcome. Jan. 2 | Ironton | 4:00 p.m. Jan. 16 | Ironton | 4:00 p.m. Fun with Snap Circuits (for ages 6 – 11) Drop in to explore Snap Circuits–a fun and creative way to learn about electronic engineering for kids. Jan. 6 | Ironton | 3:00 p.m. Legos at the Library (for kids) Come make fun creations with Legos. Jan. 7 | Symmes Valley | 5:00 p.m. Homeschool Hub (HSH): Snowflake Bentley (for ages 6 – 11) Join us as we learn about snowflake photographer, Wilson Bentley. Jan. 8 | Ironton | 11:00 a.m. Briggs Builders (for children) Join us to build and create with Lego, Keva planks, and more. What will you construct? Jan. 8 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Homeschool Hub (HSH): Pop Up for Popcorn (for ages 6 – 11) Join us for popcorn-themed stories, games, and of course Popcorn! Jan. 9 | South Point | 11:00 a.m. Squishy Snowman (for children) Embrace the winter spirit as we transform simple socks into whimsical snowman friends. Jan. 9 | Chesapeake | 3:00 p.m. JANUARY IRONTON SOUTH POINT
Library Showdown–Nerf Day (for children and teens) Bring your Nerf blasters and join us for thrilling games and challenges that will keep you moving and having fun while staying cozy indoors. Nerf bullets provided. A limited supply of nerf blasters will be available. Jan. 11 | Chesapeake | 11:00 a.m. Pokemon-Palooza! (for children and teens) Join us to swap Pokemon Cards (bring only those you want to trade), and participate in trivia, crafts, and games. Jan. 11 | Ironton | 1:00 p.m. Manga/Anime Club (for teens) Join us to discuss what you’re reading and watching. There will be activities and snacks, too. Jan. 13 | Ironton | 4:00 p.m. Art Adventure: Penguin Art (for ages 6 – 11) Join us to create some cool art featuring Penguins. It might get messy, so dress accordingly. Jan 13 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. C.Y.O.A. Read Aloud Book Club (for ages 6 – 11) We’ll read the Abominable Snowman Choose Your Own Adventure Book, deciding our fate as a group and do fun activities related to the book. Jan. 14 | Chesapeake | 3:00 p.m. Shrinky Dinks (for teens) Join us to create some keychains with this retro craft. Jan. 14 l Symmes Valley l 5:00 p.m. Pizza Taste-Off (for children and teens) Celebrate Pizza Week by sampling some local pizza pies and cast your vote for your favorite. Registration required. Jan. 14 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Teen Book Club (for ages 12 – 18) Teens meet to discuss books and graphic novels. Just bring whatever you’re reading. Jan. 15 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Interest Meeting (for teens) TAB is a group of library volunteers who not only help the library and community, but take an active leadership role in implementing programs, promoting, and advocating for library youth services. There will be snacks. Jan. 15 | Proctorville | 4:00 p.m. Jan. 16 | Chesapeake | 3:00 p.m. Jan. 23 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Jan. 27 | Ironton | 4:00 p.m. Jan. 28 | Symmes Valley | 4:00 p.m. Kids’ Art: Snowflake Salt Painting (for children) Come make some beautiful snowflake art, using salt, glue, and watercolors. Jan. 9 | Proctorville | 4:00 p.m. Jan. 16 | Ironton | 4:00 p.m. Kids Book Club (for ages 8 – 12) Join us for a brief discussion and activity featuring, The Smartest Kid in the Universe by Chris Grabenstein. Pick up a book at the library or check hoopla & Libby for availability. Jan 16 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. CSI: Pickle Autopsy (for teens) The Vlasic and Claussen crime families are at it again. Join us as we investigate the untimely demise of many of their members. Registration required. Jan. 21 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Jan. 23 | Proctorville | 4:00 p.m. Spanish Club (for ages 6 – 11) Come learn the basics of Spanish with instructor Jonathan McCormick. Jan. 22 | South Point | 4:00 p.m. Movie: Disney’s Wish (for all ages) Join us for popcorn and a movie. Don’t forget your blanket! PG | 92 minutes Jan. 23 l Symmes Valley l 5:00 p.m. Winter Wonderland - Cardboard Edition! (for children and teens) A day of hands-on fun as we transform ordinary cardboard into an extraordinary library town with rustic cabins to fairy-tale castles, the possibilities are endless! We provide all the materials needed. Jan. 25 | Chesapeake | 10:30 a.m. Among Us…In Real Life (for ages 6+) Step into our reallife version of Among Us, where deception and deduction reign supreme. Complete tasks and avoid the Impostor to play a game of mystery and strategy. Jan. 25 | Ironton | 1:00 p.m. Homeschool Hub (HSH): Winter STEM Activities (for ages 6 – 11) Join us to participate in a variety of winter-themed STEM activities. Jan. 27 | Proctorville | 11:00 a.m. CHESAPEAKE PROCTORVILLE SYMMES VALLEY
321 South 4th Street • Ironton, Ohio 45638 Yoga forAll Every Wednesday| Ironton | 6:00 p.m. (for adults and seniors) Beginning November 6. This class is for beginners and pros alike. Please bring your own mat.
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