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Author: Janet

New Hours Starting Monday 8/16

Posted on August 13, 2021August 13, 2021 By Janet

New hours are effective Monday, August 16 at Emerson and South. Williamstown remains the same.

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True Crime Book Club

Posted on August 8, 2021February 1, 2022 By Janet

Announcing our new TRUE CRIME Book Club! The first meeting is Saturday August 21st at 1 pm and future meetings will be monthly on Saturdays at 1 pm. Stop by the Emerson branch starting August 9th to borrow your copy of the first book “I’ll Be Gone in the Dark: One Woman’s Obsessive Search for…

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Now You Can Renew DVDs

Posted on August 6, 2021August 6, 2021 By Janet

Now you can renew DVDs at all Parkersburg and Wood County branches!

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Nancy Drew Escape Room at South

Posted on July 30, 2021February 1, 2022 By Janet
Nancy Drew Escape Room at South

Registration for our Nancy Drew Escape Room at the SOUTH PARKERSBURG LIBRARY is open!! Whether a lifelong Nancy Drew fan or an eager young reader, this activity is sure to entertain sleuths of all ages! Register for your free session Tuesday, August 10th through Friday, August 13th at 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, or 5:30. We will…

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Introduction to Foundation Directory Online

Posted on July 12, 2021July 12, 2021 By Janet

Nonprofits LEAD and Parkersburg and Wood County Public Library are co-hosting a free, virtual “Introduction to Foundation Directory Online” webinar on Thursday, 7/22/2021, from 1 – 2:30 pm. In the class for nonprofits who are seeking grants, you’ll learn how to use the FDO, the most comprehensive prospect research tool for fundraisers with over 235,000…

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2021 South YA Reading Program

Posted on June 16, 2021June 16, 2021 By Janet

South Parkersburg branch kicks off their Young Adult Summer Reading program for teens aged 13 – 18. With fun crafts, a virtual author visit, and chances for prizes, you’ll be entertained all summer. Please call 304-428-7041 to register for events or to get more information.

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Williamstown Book Club (Williamstown Branch)
Williamstown Book Club (Williamstown Branch)
Monday, January 26, 2026    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Williamstown Library
  • Adults-Williamstown
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Tail Waggin Tutors (Emerson Branch)
Tail Waggin Tutors (Emerson Branch)
Monday, January 26, 2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Childrens-Emerson
More Info
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Tuesday, January 27, 2026    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
South Parkersburg Library
  • Adults-South Parkersburg
This peaceful salon is back this winter for another chance to connect and warm up during the dark, cold season. Adults can join us for [...]
More Info
Mystic Gem Scavenger Hunt (Emerson Branch)
Mystic Gem Scavenger Hunt (Emerson Branch)
Tuesday, January 27, 2026    
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Teens-Emerson
More Info
Snowman Scavenger Hunt (Emerson Branch)
Snowman Scavenger Hunt (Emerson Branch)
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - Saturday, January 31, 2026    
All Day
Emerson Library
  • Childrens-Emerson
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Tiny Tales Plat Time (Emerson Branch)
Tiny Tales Plat Time (Emerson Branch)
Wednesday, January 28, 2026    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Childrens-Emerson
More Info
Insights Book Club (Emerson Branch)
Insights Book Club (Emerson Branch)
Wednesday, January 28, 2026    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Adults-Emerson
More Info
Friday Friends Story Time (Emerson Branch)
Friday Friends Story Time (Emerson Branch)
Friday, January 30, 2026    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Childrens-Emerson
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Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Tuesday, February 10, 2026    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
South Parkersburg Library
  • Adults-South Parkersburg
This peaceful salon is back this winter for another chance to connect and warm up during the dark, cold season. Adults can join us for [...]
More Info
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Tuesday, February 24, 2026    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
South Parkersburg Library
  • Adults-South Parkersburg
This peaceful salon is back this winter for another chance to connect and warm up during the dark, cold season. Adults can join us for [...]
More Info
Events on Monday, January 26, 2026
Williamstown Book Club (Williamstown Branch)
Williamstown Book Club (Williamstown Branch)
26 Jan 26
Williamstown
Tail Waggin Tutors (Emerson Branch)
Tail Waggin Tutors (Emerson Branch)
26 Jan 26
Parkersburg
Events on Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
27 Jan 26
Parkersburg
Mystic Gem Scavenger Hunt (Emerson Branch)
Mystic Gem Scavenger Hunt (Emerson Branch)
27 Jan 26
Parkersburg
Events on Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Snowman Scavenger Hunt (Emerson Branch)
Snowman Scavenger Hunt (Emerson Branch)
28 Jan 26
Parkersburg
Tiny Tales Plat Time (Emerson Branch)
Tiny Tales Plat Time (Emerson Branch)
28 Jan 26
Parkersburg
Insights Book Club (Emerson Branch)
Insights Book Club (Emerson Branch)
28 Jan 26
Parkersburg
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Events on Friday, January 30, 2026
Friday Friends Story Time (Emerson Branch)
Friday Friends Story Time (Emerson Branch)
30 Jan 26
Parkersburg
Events on Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
10 Feb 26
Parkersburg
Events on Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
24 Feb 26
Parkersburg
Emerson Children's Calendar
Emerson Children's Calendar
South Parkersburg Calendar

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