PREBLE COUNTY — The Preble County District Library’s calendar for June includes activities at all the area branches.
Weekly Storytimes for Kids
Many of our branches offer weekly in-person Storytimes for kids of all ages. Our Storytimes are formulated around the Every Child Ready to Read initiative, focusing on the five early literacy practices of reading, singing, playing, talking, and writing.
• Every Monday at New Paris at 5:30 p.m.: Mighty Kids Monday Storytime
• Every Wednesday at Eaton at 10 a.m.: Summer Reading Storytime
• Every Wednesday at West Alexandria at 1 p.m.: Read Renew Repeat Storytime
Kids Grab & Go Crafts
Contact your local branch to reserve a kit while supplies last.
• Paper Beads at all branches through June 15.
• Bugs on a Branch at West Alexandria, June 10-15.
• Father’s Day Card at West Alexandria, June 10-15.
• Paper Towel Tube Puppets at all branches, June 11-July 1.
• Cork Toy Boat at West Alexandria, June 17-22.
• Water Bottle Game at West Alexandria, June 24-29.
Tween/Teen Grab & Go Crafts
Contact your local branch to reserve a kit while supplies last.
• CD Wind Chime at West Alexandria.
• Father’s Day Trophy at West Alexandria, June 10-15.
• Doorknob Hanger at West Alexandria, June 17-30.
Adulting Can Be Fun!
The Preble County District Library offers various adult crafts and social programs at our locations throughout Preble County. Some programs require registration, call the hosting branch for details.
• Egg Carton Daisy Grab N Go Craft Kit at West Alexandria through June 15.
• Recycled Magazine Paper Collage Grab N Go Craft Kit at West Alexandria, June 17-29.
• Tabletop Tranquility Garden at New Paris June 18, at 6 p.m.
Family Crafts and Activities
The Preble County District Library offers various craft and social programs for kids, teens, and families at our locations throughout Preble County.
• Board Game Day at New Paris on June 11, during open hours
• Waterless Aquarium Ball at West Manchester on June 12, at 4:30 p.m.
• Bingo Party at West Manchester on June 19, at 4:30 p.m.
• Bingo Party at Eldorado on June 20, at 4:30 p.m.
• LEGO Day at New Paris on June 25, during open hours
• Game Day at West Manchester on June 26, at 4:30 p.m.
Special Events
Summer Reading Kickoff
All branches and online via Beanstack through July 27. Read and complete challenges to earn prizes – for kids, teens, and adults.
Yasu Ishida: Origami Storyteller
June 10 at West Elkton (3-3:45 p.m.); New Paris (6-6:45 p.m.)
June 11 at West Alexandria (2-2:45 p.m.); Camden (6-6:45 p.m.)
June 13 at Eaton (2-2:45 p.m.); Eldorado (4:30-5:15 p.m.)
Combining traditional Japanese theatre, music, origami, magic, and storytelling; Yasu Ishida will guide you to the enchanting land of Japan in this 45-minute program for all ages.
Ice Cream Party
June 19, from 6-7 p.m. at Camden Library. Register for this event by calling 937-452-3142 or stop by the Camden Library.
Eldorado Library 100th Anniversary Birthday Party
June 27, during open hours at Eldorado Library. Enjoy snacks, crafts, activities, and prizes
WAHOO Wednesdays
All day every Wednesday in June during open hours at New Paris Library. Enjoy awesome crafts and activities with different themes each week.
Other Library Program Offerings
Book a Librarian
Would you like to learn more about computers? Do you have a new tablet or smartphone you’d like to learn more about? The Reference Librarian is happy to help! Book an appointment on Monday afternoons between 1-4 p.m. for assistance with: tablets/e-readers, computers, Microsoft Office, Internet, resumes and job searching, using the library catalog, and research. Call 937-456-5562, email preblerefatpreblelibrary.org, or stop by the library in person to set up an appointment!
Explore & More Adventure Pass Program
Grab your Explore & More Pass now with your PCDL Library Card! We are excited to introduce our newest service, the Explore & More Adventure Pass Program, enabling PCDL patrons to borrow passes using their library card. This one-time pass, which must be checked out in person at the Eaton Branch, grants patrons limited free access to attractions that would otherwise charge admission fees. Participating organizations include The Dayton Art Institute, Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, and Carillon Historical Park. *Each organization sets its own rules for how many individuals are covered under its passes and which days the passes will be honored. Patrons are advised to call the organization ahead of their visit for hours and rules.
Don’t Throw Away Local History – Contact the Preble Co. Genealogy Room, instead!
The Preble Co. Genealogy Room is interested in archiving any local and family historical items you might come across as you clean. This includes (but is not limited to): old paperwork/documents/records, family bibles with family information, pictures of Preble County residents, landmarks, and properties, old maps and land records and any items having to do with the history of Preble County, its families and the surrounding areas. If you come across an item as you clean and wish to donate it to the PC Room, call 937-456-4970 or email [email protected].
Preble County Records Online – families, obituaries, marriages, historic landmarks, and more
Search the library’s in-house Genealogical & Historical Records collections. Visit https://preblelibrary.org/genealogy to get started on your search! Family files can also be researched in person at the PC Room. To view a list of all PC Room resources, visit https://preblelibrary.org/genealogy/holdings.
Now hiring: Preble County Genealogy Room Library Assistant (two positions;) Preble County Genealogy Room Manager; email [email protected] for more information, or call 937-456-4250.
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