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Category: Emerson

Make an Ugly Christmas Hat at Emerson

Posted on December 9, 2021February 1, 2022 By Janet
Make an Ugly Christmas Hat at Emerson

Make your own Ugly Christmas Hat! Join us on Thursday, Dec 16th at 2 pm at Emerson branch! Have a festive time making the most over-the-top holiday hat you can imagine. Registration is required for this event to make we have enough gaudy do-dads for your crafting pleasure. Call us at 304-420-4587 to sign-up.

Adults-Emerson, Emerson

Fall 2021 History Scavenger Hunt

Posted on September 29, 2021February 1, 2022 By Janet
Fall 2021 History Scavenger Hunt

The Wood County Commission and the Parkersburg & Wood County Public Library are excited to sponsor the Fall 2021 History Scavenger Hunt. Allow the walls of the Wood County Courthouse to tell you its story.  What happened in 1939 at the Wood County Courthouse that shook the very core of the county? What is the…

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Adults-Emerson, Adults-South Parkersburg, Emerson, South Parkersburg

Tai Chi Wednesdays at Emerson

Posted on August 27, 2021February 1, 2022 By Janet
Tai Chi Wednesdays at Emerson

We are thrilled to offer you this wonderful new program! Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention is a slow and gentle exercise program to help with balance, coordination, flexibility, mobility, and peace of mind. The class meets every Wednesday at 12 Noon, starting on September 15th, at our Emerson location. Lessons are cumulative so…

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Adults-Emerson, Emerson

Teen Game Nights at Emerson

Posted on August 27, 2021February 1, 2022 By Janet

TEENS! You are invited to join us for Teen Game Night at the Library on Emerson on the first Thursday of the month from 4 – 6 pm! Join us on December 2nd from 4 pm – 6pm and tell your friends! We can’t wait to see you again! PS: Do you want to come…

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Emerson, Teens-Emerson

An Evening With David Prather

Posted on August 19, 2021February 1, 2022 By jmichie

Local poet, David Prather, will share some of his works, including those from his recent book, “We Were Birds” on Thursday, August 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the Summers Auditorium. All are welcome at this program.

Adults-Emerson, Emerson

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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Adults-Emerson, Emerson

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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
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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 [...]
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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
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Insights Book Club (Emerson Branch)
Insights Book Club (Emerson Branch)
Wednesday, January 28, 2026    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Adults-Emerson
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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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Adult Book Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Adult Book Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Monday, February 2, 2026    
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
South Parkersburg Library
  • Adults-South Parkersburg
Join our book club to discuss Ghosted by Rosie Walsh at the South Parkersburg Library on Monday, February 2nd at 5:00 P.M.
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Tail Waggin’ Tutors (South Parkersburg Library)
Tail Waggin’ Tutors (South Parkersburg Library)
Monday, February 9, 2026    
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
South Parkersburg Library
  • Childrens-South Parkersburg
On Monday, February 9th from 4:30-5:30 P.M. at the South Parkersburg Library. Any child under 12, who can read independently, can sign-up to read to [...]
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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
Valentine’s or Anti-Valentine’s Day Teen DIY Stickers (South Parkersburg Library)
Valentine’s or Anti-Valentine’s Day Teen DIY Stickers (South Parkersburg Library)
Saturday, February 14, 2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
South Parkersburg Library
  • Teens-South Parkersburg
Teen Program Saturday, February 14th @Noon-1:00 P.M. Teens, ages 12-19, can create a variety of Valentine’s Day or Anti-Valentine’s Day DIY stickers.
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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
Perler Bead Keychains for Teens (South Parkersburg Library)
Perler Bead Keychains for Teens (South Parkersburg Library)
Wednesday, February 25, 2026    
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
South Parkersburg Library
  • Teens-South Parkersburg
Teen Program Wednesday, February 25th ; Drop in between 3:30-5:00 P.M. Teens, ages 12-19, can make their own keychains made from Perler Beads.
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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 Monday, February 2, 2026
Adult Book Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Adult Book Club (South Parkersburg Library)
2 Feb 26
Parkersburg
Events on Monday, February 9, 2026
Tail Waggin’ Tutors (South Parkersburg Library)
Tail Waggin’ Tutors (South Parkersburg Library)
9 Feb 26
Parkersburg
Events on Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
10 Feb 26
Parkersburg
Events on Saturday, February 14, 2026
Valentine’s or Anti-Valentine’s Day Teen DIY Stickers (South Parkersburg Library)
Valentine’s or Anti-Valentine’s Day Teen DIY Stickers (South Parkersburg Library)
14 Feb 26
Parkersburg
Events on Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Hygge Club (South Parkersburg Library)
24 Feb 26
Parkersburg
Events on Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Perler Bead Keychains for Teens (South Parkersburg Library)
Perler Bead Keychains for Teens (South Parkersburg Library)
25 Feb 26
Parkersburg
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Emerson Children's Calendar
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