Events

Napoleon Public Library

Adult Programs

  • Napoleon Cares: Veterans Donation Drive: November 9-20
    • Napoleon Elementary 4th graders are leading this drive to support homeless veterans. They are inviting the community to join them in collecting NEW essential items and making this effort a success. 
    • New Items Needed: hygiene kits, warm hats, gloves, socks, blankets
    • Drop-Off Locations: Napoleon Public Library & Napoleon Elementary School
       
  • Discover Veterans' Stories with Fold3: Reserve your research session from November 2-7 and November 9-14 for one-hour appointments. Contact 419-592-2531 or sboeglin@seolibraries.org to book at least 48 hours in advance, as space is limited.
    • Learn about veterans' military service or your family's history though a one-on-one session with library staff or DAR members using Fold3, an online resource for military records and historical documents.
       
  • Local Weather: Then & Now: Monday, November 9 at 5:00 pm
    • Join us for an informative look at weather in our area! 
    • Ross Ellet, 13abc Meteorologist - Listen and discuss local weather history and significant weather events.
    • Nick Nye, Henry County Emergency Management Agency - Get prepared for sever weather to ensure safety for individuals and communities.
       
  • Book Club: Monday, November 9 at 7:00 pm
    • Join in our monthly book club to discuss Mapping of Love and Death by Jacqueline Winspear.
    • Copies of the books are available in the Adult Department. Always open for new members!
       
  • Washington Crossing the Delaware: Saturday, November 14 at 11:00 am
    • Dr. Andrew Hershberger, and Art History Professor at Bowling Green State University, will present on Emanuel Leutze's "Washington Crossing the Delaware". 
    • Learn about the painting's historical significance and its influence on understanding, art, and America.
       
  • Cookbook Club: Wednesday, November 18 at 4:30 pm
    • All are welcome to join! Get your copy today!
    • Join us as we explore American: The Cookbook by Gabrielle Langholtz. Bring a prepared recipe from the cookbook to share at our potluck-style meeting.
       
  • Handcrafted Arts: Monday, November 23 at 10:00 am
    • Knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and more - All are welcome to join for conversation and fun, while working on your favorite craft.
       

Youth Programs

  • Tots Together: Friday, November 13 at 10:30 am
    • Courtesy of Ms. Pam of the YWCA.
    • Designed specifically for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers.
       
  • Preschool Storytime: Friday, November 20 at 10:00 am
    • Fun, interactive stories, songs, and finger plays tailored towards preschool-aged children and their families. All ages welcome.
       
  • Preschool Crafting: Friday, November 20 at 10:30 am
    • Craft Stick Turkey

       

Florida Public Library

  • Little Library Learners: Wednesdays, November 4, 11, &18 at 10:30 am
    • Swing by the library Wednesday mornings for a whirlwind of crafts, stories, sensory tables, and play! Perfect for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Come and go, stay as little or as long as you like.
       
  • Thursday Morning Book Club: Thursday, November 12 at 11:00 am
  • Crunchy Club: Monday, November 16 at 4:00 pm
    • Are you interested in homesteading? Do you want to learn more about living sustainably and independently? Come join like-minded people for a co-op of monthly, local ideas!
    • Join Emily as she talks about her personal experience with fermentation. She'll have a tutorial on how you can try this at home.
    • Kids are welcome! The library will have activities for kids to do while parents participate. 

       

McClure Community Library

  • The ohi-yo: The Gateway State to the Northwest Territory, presented by Bob Morrison: Tuesday, November 24 at 2:00 pm
    • Learn about Ohio's history before the Declaration of Independence, its acquisition of the Northwest Territory, and its status as the 17th state.
    • Explore early travel in Ohio and the country governance system, inviting participants to share their family's connections so the state's early history.
       
  • Family Craft Hour: Saturdays, November 7, 14, &21 from 9:00-10:00 am
    • Enjoy learning skills like crocheting, weaving, and sewing
       
  • Story Time: Saturdays, November 7, 14, & 21 at 11:30 am
    • Geared toward preschoolers, but all ages are welcome with an adult.
       
  • Mah-Jong Group: Tuesday, November 10 at 2:00 pm
    • Play Mah-Jong, a card game, or board game of your choice.
       
  • Puzzle Me This: Monday, November 16 at 2:00 pm
    • Join for fellowship and puzzle fun! We welcome jigsaw puzzle swaps and donations, especially of 300 piece large-piece puzzles.
       
  • A New Chapter Book Club: Monday, November 9 at 2:00 pm
    • Come meet and discuss Founding Mothers by Cokie Roberts. 
    • This book is available in regular and large print.
       
  • Book Discussion Group: Tuesday, November 24 at 2:00 pm
    • Meet and talk about Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall. This book is available in both regular and large print.