EATON & PREBLE COUNTY — This month at the Preble County District Library and its branches:
Weekly Summer Reading Storytimes & Crafts for Kids
Many of our branches offer weekly in-person storytimes for kids of all ages. Our storytimes are formulated around Every Child Ready to Read initiative, focusing on the five early literacy practices of reading, singing, playing, talking, and writing. Some crafts may get a little messy.
• Every Tuesday at Camden at 5:30 p.m.: Little Ones Storytime
New: Grab & Go Craft Kits
Our monthly Grab & Go Craft kits offering has been expanded in July as part of our Summer Reading Initiative. Additionally, the West Alexandria branch library will have a unique Grab & Go offering each week throughout July. Be sure to check out these cool kits at your local branch.
Children’s Grab & Go Kits
• Through July 31, at all branches: Axolotl Party Baby Craft
Teen’s Grab & Go Kits
• Through July 31, at all branches: Habitat Craft
New: Weekly Teen Programs at the Eaton Branch
On Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m., teens in grades 6-12 can come to the Eaton Branch to enjoy activities such as coloring and simple crafting, board games, video games, and more! Be sure to check our calendar for great teen programs at other branches as well!
New: Family Crafts and Activities
The Preble County District Library offers various craft and social programs for kids, teens, and families in July at several of our locations throughout Preble County.
• Every Wednesday at 2 p.m. at New Paris: WAHOO Wednesdays!
New: Build Something New with LEGO Programs
Let your imagination run wild as the Preble County District Library hosts LEGO Club. LEGO Club is where kids and teens can come to show off their Master Builder skills. If you bring LEGOs from home, please label them in a container with your child’s name.
• Saturday, July 27, at noon at West Alexandria: Lego Club
• Monday, July 29, at 4:30 p.m. at Eaton: Lego Club
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
Explore & More 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.
For information about these programs and more, visit the website at https://www.preblelibrary.org.
