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furry friends tiny art show

Furry Friends Tiny Art Show

All Day 4/6
All PCDL Locations

Program Type:

Crafts & DIY, Holiday

Age Group:

Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Library Branch: All PCDL Locations
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Holiday
Event Details:

     

furry friends tiny art show

Furry Friends Tiny Art Show

All Day 4/13
All PCDL Locations

Program Type:

Crafts & DIY, Holiday

Age Group:

Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Library Branch: All PCDL Locations
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Holiday
Registration Required
Event Details:

May is National Pet Month and to get things started, we're inviting your furry friends to showcase their creativity with the Furry Friends Tiny Art Show Contest!

Cricut Drop-In Sessions

Cricut Drop-In Session

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm
PNL Meeting Room at New Lexington (Main)

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Crafts & DIY

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Crafts & DIY
woman gardening

Gardening at Home

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
PNL Meeting Room at New Lexington (Main)

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Gardening, Nature & Outdoors

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Gardening, Nature & Outdoors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of backyard gardening, including managing healthy soil, pH, and nutrients with Ted Wiseman from the OSU Extension Office. Also learn how to grow plants more easily and successfully with raised beds, composting, and more!

Cricut Drop-In Sessions

Cricut Drop-In Session

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm
PNL Storytime Room at New Lexington (Main)

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Crafts & DIY

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Storytime Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Crafts & DIY
teen video game hangout

Teen Video Game Hangout

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
PNL Genealogy Room A at New Lexington (Main)

Program Type:

Games/Gaming

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Genealogy Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens, bring your friends and choose from a selection of games and play on the library’s Nintendo Switch 2!

Registration required. 

Bingo

Spring Library Bingo

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
PNL Meeting Room at New Lexington (Main)

Program Type:

Games/Gaming

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Registration Required
genealogy

Perry County Genealogical Society Tours & Info Drop-In

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
PNL Genealogy Room A at New Lexington (Main)

Program Type:

General, History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Genealogy Room A
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: General, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Drop in and connect with volunteers from the Perry County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society to explore the fascinating world of family and local history.

Friends of the Perry County District Library logo

Friends of the Perry County District Library Organizational Meeting

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
PNL Meeting Room at New Lexington (Main)

Program Type:

Friends of the Library

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

The Friends of the Perry County District Library invite you to attend our organizational meeting on April 23 at 6pm in the meeting room of the Perry County District Library-New Lexington Branch. 

sewing supplies

Community Makerspace - Mobile Mending Unit

All Day 5/1
PNL Genealogy Room A at New Lexington (Main)

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Crafts & DIY, Homemaking

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Genealogy Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Crafts & DIY, Homemaking
Event Details:

The Community Makerspace is coming to PCDL with a Mobile Mending Program!

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Bats: What You Didn’t Learn Watching Batman!

1:00pm–2:00pm
Youth, Preschoolers, Youth K-5, Tweens, Teens
Somerset
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Somerset
Room: PSO Meeting Rooms A&B Combined
Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers, Youth K-5, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Author or Speaker Visit, Homeschoolers, Nature & Outdoors, STEAM/STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Marne Titchenell, Ohio State University Extension’s Wildlife Program Director with the School of Environment and Natural Resources, as she explores the fascinating lives of Ohio’s bats.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at youthservices@pcdl.org

Allergens & Dietary Restrictions

This program is food-based or contains a snack element. Please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at youthservices@pcdl.org with any food allergies or dietary restrictions. 

Teen Video Game Hangout

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
New Lexington (Main)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Genealogy Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens, bring your friends and choose from a selection of games and play on the library’s Nintendo Switch 2!

Registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at reference@pcdl.org

Cricut Drop-In Session

4:00pm–6:30pm
Adults
New Lexington (Main)
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Storytime Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Crafts & DIY

Have a Cricut project you need some extra help with? Join us for Cricut Drop-In Sessions!

These sessions are held during select months throughout the year and will be offered twice in each selected month. Bring your project and any necessary materials to the drop-in session for assistance/help from our in-house Cricut expert!

Library laptops are limited. If you have a personal laptop, we encourage you to bring it to your drop-in session (along with the charger) to ensure you are able to work on your project during drop-in hours. Please be sure to bring your Cricut Design Space username and password as well.

The library will provide a limited number of laptops, cutting mats, blades, pens/markers, and reusable tools (scissors, weeding tool, scrapers, etc.). Project blanks, vinyl, cardstock, etc. will not be provided — please be sure to bring enough materials necessary to complete your project.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at youthservices@pcdl.org

Mt. Perry Presbyterian Church Bookmobile Stop

5:00pm–6:15pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Room: Mount Perry Presbyterian Church
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

The Bookmobile is open to adults and children of all ages!

We have books AND games, DVDs, Beyond Books items, tax forms, voter registration forms, etc. 

Children can take home a pack of super snacks when available. 

Read with Rudy!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Preschoolers, Youth K-5, Tweens
New Lexington (Main)
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Age Group: Youth, Preschoolers, Youth K-5, Tweens
Program Type: Read with Rudy

Join the Rudy's Reader Club!

  • Read to Rudy the Therapy dog & trainer, Ellen Kader!
  • Get Club Card Stamped
  • Return completed card to the library and receive a certificate and t-shirt

*Registration is not required, just stop in!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at youthservices@pcdl.org

Monster of the Week TTRPG

4:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Somerset
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Somerset
Room: PSO Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games/Gaming, General
Registration Required

Welcome to Tabletop Roleplaying Games at the library!

Currently we're playing Monster of the Week. 

All materials provided. Registration is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at reference@pcdl.org

Earth Day Adventures

5:00pm–6:30pm
Youth, Youth K-5, Tweens, Teens
New Lexington (Main)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Youth K-5, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games/Gaming, Nature & Outdoors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our Earth Day Adventures program on April 21st from 5-6:30 pm in the Meeting Room of our New Lexington location!  Youth ages 5-17 years old are invited to participate.  Registration is required.

Activities Include:

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at youthservices@pcdl.org

Allergens & Dietary Restrictions

This program is food-based or contains a snack element. Please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at youthservices@pcdl.org with any food allergies or dietary restrictions. 

Somerset Lane Bookmobile Stop

3:15pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Room: Somerset Lane Apartments
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Stop by the bookmobile for a visit!

We have a wheelchair accessible lift to help you get on board. 

We have books AND games, DVDs, Beyond Books items, tax forms, voter registration forms, etc. 

Somerset Senior Village Bookmobile Stop

4:15pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Room: Somerset Senior Village Apartments
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Stop by the bookmobile for a visit!

We have a wheelchair accessible lift to help you get on board. 

We have books AND games, DVDs, Beyond Books items, tax forms, voter registration forms, etc. 

Spring Library Bingo

5:00pm–6:30pm
Adults
New Lexington (Main)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Registration Required

Join us for a night of Library Bingo!

Play with up to three cards at once for a chance to win one of our various prizes, including books, magazines, book journals, reading accessories, and more! 

Supplies & refreshments provided. Registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at youthservices@pcdl.org

Allergens & Dietary Restrictions

This program is food-based or contains a snack element. Please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at youthservices@pcdl.org with any food allergies or dietary restrictions. 

New Lexington Village Apts. Bookmobile Stop

5:45pm–6:45pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Room: New Lexington Village Apartments
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile, Read with Rudy
Event Details:

The Bookmobile is open to children and adults of all ages!

Read with Rudy at this stop! Get your card stamped to earn prizes!

We have books AND games, DVDs, Beyond Books items, tax forms, voter registration forms, etc.

Gentle Yoga

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
New Lexington (Main)
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Gentle Yoga is a chair-based yoga program that can be done sitting on a chair or using the chair for support while standing. Perfect for all ages and any yoga skill sets!

Registration is not required. To receive an email reminder the day before the event, click the Remind Me icon above. https://live-perrycounty.pantheonsite.io/sites/default/files/inline-images/image.png

PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO CONSTRUCTION AT THE MAIN LIBRARY, GENTLE YOGA WILL CONTINUE TO BE HELD AT THE PERRY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CHOICES ACTIVITY CENTER, LOCATED AT 212 S MAIN ST.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at reference@pcdl.org

Perry Metro Housing Crooksville Apts. Bookmobile Stop

3:30pm–4:15pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Room: Perry Metropolitan Housing - Crooksville
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

The Bookmobile is open to adults and children of all ages!

We have books AND games, DVDs, Beyond Books items, tax forms, voter registration forms, etc. 

Children can take home a pack of super snacks when available. 

Taylor Place Apts. Bookmobile Stop

4:30pm–5:15pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Room: Taylor Place Apartments
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

The Bookmobile is open to children and adults of all ages!

We have a wheelchair accessible lift to help you get on board.

We have books AND games, DVDs, Beyond Books items, tax forms, voter registration forms, etc.

Perry Metro Housing Roseville Apts. Bookmobile Stop

5:30pm–6:30pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Room: Perry Metropolitan Housing - Roseville
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Stop by and visit the PCDL Bookmobile!

Open to adults and children of all ages!

Children can take home a pack of super snacks when available. 

 

Perry County Genealogical Society Tours & Info Drop-In

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults, All Ages
New Lexington (Main)
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Genealogy Room A
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: General, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Drop in and connect with volunteers from the Perry County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society to explore the fascinating world of family and local history.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at reference@pcdl.org

Friends of the Perry County District Library Organizational Meeting

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
New Lexington (Main)
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

The Friends of the Perry County District Library invite you to attend our organizational meeting on April 23 at 6pm in the meeting room of the Perry County District Library-New Lexington Branch. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at reference@pcdl.org

Spring Book Sale

All Day
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Corning
Library Branch: Corning
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Book Sale Dates:
- Corning: April 27, 29, & May 1
- Crooksville: April 29 & May 1, 2
- Junction City: April 27, 29, & May 1
- New Lexington: April 30, 1, & May 2

Spring Book Sale

All Day
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Junction City
Library Branch: Junction City
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Book Sale Dates:
- Corning: April 27, 29, & May 1
- Crooksville: April 29 & May 1, 2
- Junction City: April 27, 29, & May 1
- New Lexington: April 30, 1, & May 2

Spring Book Sale

All Day
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Somerset
Library Branch: Somerset
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Book Sale Dates:
- Corning: April 27, 29, & May 1
- Crooksville: April 29 & May 1, 2
- Junction City: April 27, 29, & May 1
- New Lexington: April 30, 1, & May 2

Youth LEGO® STEM

5:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens
Junction City
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Junction City
Room: PJC Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: LEGO® Club, STEAM/STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Youth LEGO® STEM Clubs will be held at our Junction City Branch and will begin at 5 pm. This program is open to youth ages 8-12.  Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for you or your family to participate in this event, please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at youthservices@pcdl.org

Allergens & Dietary Restrictions

This program is food-based or contains a snack element. Please call the library at 740-342-4194 or email our programming staff at youthservices@pcdl.org with any food allergies or dietary restrictions. 

LEGO® Club

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this library program.

Spring Book Sale

All Day
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Thornville
Library Branch: Thornville
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Book Sale Dates:
- Corning: April 27, 29, & May 1
- Crooksville: April 29 & May 1, 2
- Junction City: April 27, 29, & May 1
- New Lexington: April 30, 1, & May 2
- Somerset: April 27, 29, & May 1

Spring Book Sale

All Day
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Somerset
Library Branch: Somerset
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Book Sale Dates:
- Corning: April 27, 29, & May 1
- Crooksville: April 29 & May 1, 2
- Junction City: April 27, 29, & May 1
- New Lexington: April 30, 1, & May 2

Congo Bookmobile stop

4:00pm–4:45pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Room: Congo Community Church
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile, Read with Rudy
Event Details:

Stop by to visit the PCDL Bookmobile!

Open to children and adults of all ages!

Read with Rudy at this visit! Kids, bring your Rudy card to be stamped!

Children can take home a pack of super snacks when available.