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Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Old Worthington Library
Room: Bookingham Forest
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes
Description:
With family, or a favorite adult, children ages 5 and under will enjoy stories, rhymes, music and movement. ...

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Story Garden
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes
Description:
With family, or a favorite adult, children ages 5 and under will enjoy stories, rhymes, music and movement. ...

Explore More

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Worthington Park Library
Room: Olentangy Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes
Description:
Children (with a favorite adult) will enjoy this hour-long program that starts with songs, rhymes and books followed by center-based activities to develop ready-for-kindergarten skills. ...

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Old Worthington Library
Room: Bookingham Forest
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes
Description:
With family, or a favorite adult, children ages 5 and under will enjoy stories, rhymes, music and movement. ...

Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Old Worthington Library
Room: Owl Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games and Hobbies
Description:
Swap gently used puzzles (any age) for some new-to-you! Please make sure no pieces are missing. ...

Light Table Exploration

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Worthington Park Library
Room: Olentangy Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: DIY and Crafts, Technology and Gadgets
Description:
Color mixing, crafts, STEM activities and more will help kids experience light table magic firsthand. For ages 5 and under. ...

Let's Dish: A Cookbook Club

7:30pm - 8:30pm
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Trillium Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Authors, Food and Lifestyle
Description:
Talk, tempt and taste during this book discussion group that's all about food! To participate, prepare a recipe from one of the selected cookbooks-- if you're feeling friendly, bring in samples-- and come ready to talk about your experience. ...

Readers on the Move: A Book Discussion Group

10:30am - 11:30am
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Old Worthington Library
Room: Owl Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Authors, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:
A 1.3-mile route near the library is the perfect distance for a literary walk and talk! To participate, read the suggested title, or join us to discuss another book you've enjoyed. Suggested title: Banyan Moon by Thao Thai ...

Tiny Art Show

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Worthington Park Library
Room: Olentangy Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: DIY and Crafts
Description:
Paint your own miniature masterpiece. For ages 6-11. ...

English Class

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Worthington Park Library
Room: Learning Lab (Worthington Park Library)
Purpose
Need to learn English? Join this free ESL/ESOL class, offered twice each week by the Columbus Literacy Council (CLC). Clases de inglés. Aulas de inglês. Fasalada Ingiriisiga. الصفوف الأنجليزية You must attend a two-day orientation before joining t...

English Class

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Worthington Park Library
Room: Learning Lab (Worthington Park Library)
Purpose
Need to learn English? Join this free ESL/ESOL class, offered twice each week by the Columbus Literacy Council (CLC). Clases de inglés. Aulas de inglês. Fasalada Ingiriisiga. الصفوف الأنجليزية You must attend a two-day orientation before joining t...

Expanding Horizons: A Reading Challenge Book Club

10:30am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Worthington Park Library
Room: Olentangy Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and Authors
Description:
Want a book club with a little more freedom? Choose a title that relates to our monthly theme and come ready to share your thoughts and get book recommendations!  Theme: Science fiction books Suggested titles: Ready Player One by Ern...

May the 4th Be With You

11:00am - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Old Worthington Library
Room: Throughout Library (Old Worthington Library)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY and Crafts, Games and Hobbies, Other Public Programs
Description:
In a galaxy not far away, celebrate all things "Star Wars!" Show your allegiance to the Republic or Rebel Alliance and join us for themed gaming, crafts, Jedi training and a costume contest. Plus, a visit from members of the 501st Legion in screen-ac...

English Class

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Worthington Park Library
Room: Learning Lab (Worthington Park Library)
Purpose
Need to learn English? Join this free ESL/ESOL class, offered twice each week by the Columbus Literacy Council (CLC). Clases de inglés. Aulas de inglês. Fasalada Ingiriisiga. الصفوف الأنجليزية You must attend a two-day orientation before joining t...

Around the World in Small Plates Potluck

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Library Branch: Worthington Park Library
Room: Olentangy Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Food and Lifestyle
Description:
Over good food and conversation, all are invited to connect with each other while learning about other cultures and culinary practices! To participate, bring a snack or "small plate" representative of your culture(s). ...

Personnel Committee Meeting

8:30am - 9:30am
Library Branch: Old Worthington Library
Room: Director's Office
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Board Meetings
Description:
All meetings of the Worthington Libraries Board of Trustees and its committees are open to the public. ...

English Class

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Worthington Park Library
Room: Learning Lab (Worthington Park Library)
Purpose
Need to learn English? Join this free ESL/ESOL class, offered twice each week by the Columbus Literacy Council (CLC). Clases de inglés. Aulas de inglês. Fasalada Ingiriisiga. الصفوف الأنجليزية You must attend a two-day orientation before joining t...

Destress with Dogs

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Backyard
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other Public Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Description:
Whether you're stressed about school or just want to pet dogs, sign up for pup time! Presented in partnership with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs and 4-H PetPALS. For ages 12-18. ...

Family Playtime: Community-Building for Families of Children with Disabilities, Developmental Delays or other Medical Considerations

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Worthington Park Library
Room: Olentangy Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Families
Program Type: Health and Wellness, Other Public Programs
Description:
Caring for a child with disabilities, developmental delays or other medical considerations can be isolating and anxiety-inducing for parents. Join us for informal discussion and playtime to share resources, experiences and ideas with other caregivers...

Board Meeting and Retreat

5:00pm - 9:00pm
Library Branch: Old Worthington Library
Room: Owl Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Board Meetings
Description:
All meetings of the Worthington Libraries Board of Trustees and its committees are open to the public. The meeting can be attended live on the library's YouTube channel. ...

Pop-Up Library at Green on the Green

9:00am - 1:00pm
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pop-Up Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other Public Programs
Description:
Check out our selection of books on sustainability and environmental issues for all ages, learn more about the 2024 summer reading club and more! ...

Minecraft IRL

10:30am - 12:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Old Worthington Library
Room: Ball Field
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games and Hobbies, Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Description:
Join fellow miners for a physically active, real-life game in survival mode! For ages 9-11. ...

Pokémon Party

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Backyard
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Games and Hobbies
Description:
If you're a Pokémon fan, DO dress as your favorite character and DON'T miss this fun event where there will be lots to do and make. For ages 6-11. ...

Sunday Storytime

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: Worthington Park Library
Room: Olentangy Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes
Description:
Children (with a favorite adult) will develop early literacy skills through books, rhymes, music and movement. ...