Book club

The Friends of the North Adams Public Library will meet on Monday, April 22 at 6:30 pm at the Seaman Community Building. For more information, or to learn how you can join the Friends in supporting the North Adams Library, call 937-386-2556.

The Fiber Crafters Circle meets the third Wednesday of each month at the North Adams Public Library, to share tips and tricks about all kinds of fiber craft projects, from knitting to crochet, from needlepoint to quilting. Everyone is welcome to join, of any skill level. For more information, call 937-386-2556.

Celebrate the West Union Public Library’s 24th Anniversary with us in a day-long event at the library on April 24. The West Union Public Library was founded in 1989, and in honor of National Library Month, West Union Library staff and patrons will be celebrating ‘80s Day on Wednesday, April 24.

All Adams County Public Library locations will be closed on Tuesday, April 9 for a staff in-service day. Thank you for your patience. Any items due April 9 will be treated as due on April 10. Even when we are closed, you can return any item in our book drop, or use free WiFi at each library location. Normal hours will resume on April 10.

The Adams County Public Library offers free community activities, classes, and events for people of all ages and interests. Plan to join us for one of these free events, coming up during the next two weeks.

Herb Workshop April 10, 5 pm Manchester Library	Learn Cake Decorating April 10, 5 pm      Peebles Library
Teen Art Class April 4, 10:30 am West Union Library	Computer Classes April 8 & 10, 5:30-8:30 pm West Union Library

April 3, 10:30 am – Tot’s Time with Sherry at the Peebles Library
             10:30 am – Family Nutrition Program at the Peebles Library. Marsha McCormick discusses how you can add calcium-rich foods to your diet, to support complete nutrition. Sample recipes, receive door prizes in this free event.

April 4, 10:30 am – Story Time with Tara at the West Union Library
             10:30 am – Teen Art Class with Donelle at the West Union Library
 

April 8, 10:30 am – Story Time with Adam at the Manchester Library
              5:30 pm – Computer Class Part I at the West Union Library. A comprehensive, beginner’s introduction to using computers and searching the  Internet in two parts. Call 937-544-2591 to register.

April 9, Closed – All Adams County Public Libraries will be closed for a staff in-service day. All items due on April 9 will be treated as due on April 10.

April 10, 10:30 am – Tot’s Time with Sherry at the Peebles Public Library
                5:00 pm – Beginning Cake Decorating at the Peebles Library. Call in advance to register for this free, hands-on class. Learn cake planning and decorating techniques, and practice on your own mini-creation.
                5:00 pm – Herb Workshop at the Manchester Library. Learn everything you need to know to prepare for herb planting this spring, including planting techniques for the most popular herbs, strategies for harvesting and preserving, taste samples, and more.
                5:30 pm – Computer Class Part II at the West Union Library. A comprehensive, beginner’s introduction to using computers and searching the  Internet in two parts. Call 937-544-2591 to register.

All Adams County Public Library locations will be closed all day Tuesday, April 9, for a staff in-service day. Any items due on April 9 will be treated as due on April 10.

Herb Workshop at the Manchester Library, with Cindy Cates

Learn Cake Decorating for Beginners at the Peebles Public Library. On April 10, at 5:00 pm, we'll learn the best techniques for creating a beautiful decorated cake, selecting icing, and matching your ingredients and techniques to your desired result. Plan to dive in hands-on, and practice decorating techniques on your own mini cake.

All You Can Eat Pancake Supper

McDonald's, State Route 247, Seaman, Ohio

March 12, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

The annual All You Can Eat Pancake Supper, hosted by the Seaman McDonald's and the Friends of the North Adams Library, is planned for March 12. Come support the North Adams Library in an evening of laughter and fellowship. Buy a $5 ticket to support the North Adams Library, and receive all-you-can-eat pancakes, a side of sausage or bacon, and a small coffee or soft drink. Ronald McDonald will be there, so bring your family and get ready to laugh and take pictures. Purchase tickets at the First State Bank in Seaman or Winchester, or from any member of the North Adams Friends. Funds raised by this event will support the North Adams Library's events and programs.

All You Can Eat Pancake Supper

McDonald's, State Route 247, Seaman, Ohio

March 12, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.