Upcoming Events

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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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Hemlock Bookmobile Stop

5:15pm–6:15pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Room: Hemlock Village Park
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile, Read with Rudy
Event Details:

Stop by and visit the PCDL Bookmobile!

Read with Rudy to get your Rudy card stamped! 

Open to adults and children of all ages!

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

Custom Pet Treat Jars

5:00pm–6:30pm
Teens, Adults
New Lexington (Main)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate National Pet Month by creating a special gift for your furry friend as you decorate your own custom treat jar, perfect for storing your pet’s favorite goodies. 

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

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

Glenford Bookmobile Stop

5:30pm–6:15pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Room: Glenford Elementary School
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

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

We do have books AND games, DVDs, Beyond Books items, etc. 

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

Community Makerspace - Mobile Mending Unit

All Day
Adults
New Lexington (Main)
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!

Dino-Mite Travel Pouches

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Corning
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corning
Room: PCO Open Meeting Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, SRP Cricut Classes, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use the Cricut to create your own dino-mite travel pouch!

All supplies 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 reference@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

Summer Writing Club

5:00pm–6:30pm
Adults
New Lexington (Main)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Genealogy Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind and let your creativity flow at our Summer Writing Club for adults! In a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, we’ll share prompts, try fun writing exercises, and enjoy casual conversation. 

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

Clay Diffuser Discs

5:00pm–6:30pm
Teens, Adults
Crooksville
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crooksville
Room: PCR Open Meeting Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use air dry clay & essential oils to create your own scented diffuser discs.

All materials 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 reference@pcdl.org

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

Dino-Mite Travel Pouches

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Crooksville
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crooksville
Room: PCR Open Meeting Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, SRP Cricut Classes, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use the Cricut to create your own dino-mite travel pouches!

All supplies 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 reference@pcdl.org

Hooked on Love Book Club

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
New Lexington (Main)
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Storytime Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club

Hooked on Love Book Club is held on the second Monday of the month, January through October*, at the New Lexington Library at 5:30pm. The exception to this is October's meeting will be held on the third Monday (October 19) due to the federal holiday on the second Monday.

All books read in this book club will fall into the romance genre! Books will be newer in terms of publication (approximately the last 5-7 years).

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

Book selections for 2026 are as follows. All books can be picked up at the New Lexington location or requested in at your preferred location.

  • January: The Second Chance Cinema by Thea Weiss
  • February: Holding the Reins by Paisley Hope
  • March: Duchess Material by Emily Sullivan
  • April: Overdue by Stephanie Perkins
  • May: An Academic Affair by Jodi McAllister
  • June: The Love Haters by Katherine Center
  • July: The Summer Job by Lizzy Dent
  • August: Romantic Hero by Kirsty Greenwood
  • September: The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mamdanna
  • October: Crazy Spooky Love by Josie Silver

 

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

Mystery Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Mystery Book Club is held monthly, January through October, at the Perry County Senior Center. Each session is held on the second Tuesday of the month at 1:00pm.

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

Summer Writing Club

5:00pm–6:30pm
Adults
New Lexington (Main)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Genealogy Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind and let your creativity flow at our Summer Writing Club for adults! In a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, we’ll share prompts, try fun writing exercises, and enjoy casual conversation. 

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

Tiny Art Contest

All Day
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
All PCDL Locations
Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: All PCDL Locations
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Grab & Go, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Showcase your creativity with the Tiny Art Show Contest! Stop in at any PCDL location or the bookmobile to pick up your kit or complete your masterpiece at the library!

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

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

Dino-Mite Travel Pouches

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Junction City
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Junction City
Room: PJC Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, SRP Cricut Classes, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use the Cricut to create your own dino-mite travel pouches!

All supplies 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 reference@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

Summer Writing Club

5:00pm–6:30pm
Adults
New Lexington (Main)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Genealogy Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind and let your creativity flow at our Summer Writing Club for adults! In a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, we’ll share prompts, try fun writing exercises, and enjoy casual conversation. 

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

Library Board Meeting

4:30pm–6:00pm
Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
New Lexington (Main)
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Storytime Room
Age Group: Youth, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Board Meetings

PCDL’s monthly Board of Trustees meeting. 

Open to the public. 

Clay Diffuser Discs

5:00pm–6:30pm
Teens, Adults
New Lexington (Main)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use air dry clay & essential oils to create your own scented diffuser discs.

All materials 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 reference@pcdl.org

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

Beaded Mini Succulents

5:00pm–6:30pm
Adults
New Lexington (Main)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Lexington (Main)
Room: PNL Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your very own succulent with wire and beads - no watering required!

All supplies 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 reference@pcdl.org

Library Closing

All Day
All PCDL Locations
Closing
Branches:
All PCDL Locations