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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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2021 Emerson Teen & Adult Summer Reading

Posted on June 4, 2021June 16, 2021 By Janet

Emerson branch is excited to unveil the “Tails and Tales” Teens and Adults Summer Reading events schedule. We hope you join us for these fun-filled activities that all feature our furry or feathered or scaly animal friends. We’re especially looking forward to the “Me and My Pet” Look-alike contest. Some events have limited participation so…

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Help Build NEW Williamstown Library

Posted on April 28, 2021May 13, 2021 By Janet

Thanks to your generosity and support, the goal for funds has been exceeded! Thank you to all the donors with a special shout-out to Tri-State Roofing for their matching fund donation of $5000. We will keep you posted as we make progress toward the goal of providing the community with a larger, updated library space…

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Introduction to Finding Grants

Posted on April 27, 2021April 27, 2021 By Janet

 Nonprofits LEAD and Parkersburg and Wood County Public Library are co-hosting a free, virtual “Introduction to Finding Grants” webinar on Tuesday, 5/4/2021, from 1 – 2:30 pm. In the class for nonprofits who are seeking grants, you’ll discover what funders are looking for in the applications and proposals. You’ll also learn how to find potential…

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Spring 2021 History Scavenger Hunt

Posted on April 15, 2021April 20, 2021 By Janet

The Wood County Historical and Preservation Society and the Parkersburg and Wood County Public Library cordially invite you to participate in our Spring 2021 History Scavenger Hunt at the Phelps-Tavenner House–WHERE WOOD COUNTY BEGAN! This is a fun way to learn about the pioneers of Wood County and your local history. Find out more about…

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Camp Half-Blood: Mythology 101
Camp Half-Blood: Mythology 101
Monday, April 28, 2025    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Childrens-Emerson
  • Teens-Emerson
More Info
Tail Waggin’ Tutors (South Parkersburg Library)
Tail Waggin’ Tutors (South Parkersburg Library)
Monday, April 28, 2025    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
South Parkersburg Library
  • Childrens-South Parkersburg
Any child under 12, who can read independently, can sign-up to read to a therapy dog for a 20-minute session on Monday, April 28th from [...]
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Teen Hyperfixation Club!
Teen Hyperfixation Club!
Tuesday, April 29, 2025    
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Teens-Emerson
More Info
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Wednesday, April 30, 2025    
9:00 am - 11:30 am
Emerson Library
  • Childrens-Emerson
More Info
Wee Be Jammin’ (South Parkersburg Library)
Wee Be Jammin’ (South Parkersburg Library)
Wednesday, April 30, 2025    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
South Parkersburg Library
  • Childrens-South Parkersburg
Wee Be Jammin’ Story Time returns again for the Winter/Spring 2025 season. Children under the age of two will have story time at 10:30 A.M. [...]
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Picnic in the Arboretum
Picnic in the Arboretum
Wednesday, April 30, 2025    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Teens-Emerson
More Info
Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club
Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club
Thursday, May 1, 2025    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Childrens-Emerson
More Info
Adult Book Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Adult Book Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Monday, May 5, 2025    
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
South Parkersburg Library
  • Adults-South Parkersburg
Join our monthly book club at the South Parkersburg Library as we discuss "The Personal Librarian" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray on Monday, [...]
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Give Local MOV
Give Local MOV
Tuesday, May 6, 2025    
All Day
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Toddler Tuesday
Toddler Tuesday
Tuesday, May 6, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Grand Central Mall
  • Childrens-Emerson
  • Childrens-South Parkersburg
  • Childrens-Williamstown
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Bookmobile Public Stop
Bookmobile Public Stop
Wednesday, May 7, 2025    
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Bookmobile
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Star Wars Rock Painting (South Parkersburg Library)
Star Wars Rock Painting (South Parkersburg Library)
Wednesday, May 7, 2025    
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
South Parkersburg Library
  • Teens-South Parkersburg
Teens, ages 12-19, are welcome to paint their own Star Wars character rocks at the South Parkersburg Library on Wednesday, May 7th. Drop in between [...]
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True Crime Book Club
True Crime Book Club
Saturday, May 10, 2025    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Adults-Emerson
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Random Readers Book Club
Random Readers Book Club
Wednesday, May 14, 2025    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Adults-Emerson
More Info
An Evening With…Bigfoot!
An Evening With…Bigfoot!
Thursday, May 15, 2025    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Adults-Emerson
More Info
Tuesday Crafternoon: Amate Painting
Tuesday Crafternoon: Amate Painting
Tuesday, May 20, 2025    
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Adults-Emerson
More Info
Teen Trivia: Star Wars (South Parkersburg Library)
Teen Trivia: Star Wars (South Parkersburg Library)
Wednesday, May 21, 2025    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
South Parkersburg Library
  • Teens-South Parkersburg
Teens, ages 12-19, are invited to play a game of Star Wars trivia at the South Parkersburg Library on Wednesday, May 21st from 4:00-5:00 P.M. [...]
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Bigfoot Expert Les O’Dell
Bigfoot Expert Les O’Dell
Thursday, May 22, 2025    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Adults-Emerson
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Manga Club
Manga Club
Thursday, May 29, 2025    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Adults-Emerson
  • Teens-Emerson
AGES 13 AND UP, CLUB RATED PG-13.
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Adult Craft Night: Amate Mexican Painting
Adult Craft Night: Amate Mexican Painting
Thursday, May 29, 2025    
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Emerson Library
  • Adults-Emerson
More Info
Events on Monday, April 28, 2025
Camp Half-Blood: Mythology 101
Camp Half-Blood: Mythology 101
28 Apr 25
Parkersburg
Tail Waggin’ Tutors (South Parkersburg Library)
Tail Waggin’ Tutors (South Parkersburg Library)
28 Apr 25
Parkersburg
Events on Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Teen Hyperfixation Club!
Teen Hyperfixation Club!
29 Apr 25
Parkersburg
Events on Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Baby & Toddler Storytime
30 Apr 25
Parkersburg
Wee Be Jammin’ (South Parkersburg Library)
Wee Be Jammin’ (South Parkersburg Library)
30 Apr 25
Parkersburg
Picnic in the Arboretum
Picnic in the Arboretum
30 Apr 25
Parkersburg
Events on Thursday, May 1, 2025
Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club
Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club
1 May 25
Parkersburg
Events on Monday, May 5, 2025
Adult Book Club (South Parkersburg Library)
Adult Book Club (South Parkersburg Library)
5 May 25
Parkersburg
Events on Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Give Local MOV
Give Local MOV
6 May 25
Toddler Tuesday
Toddler Tuesday
6 May 25
Vienna
Events on Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Bookmobile Public Stop
Bookmobile Public Stop
7 May 25
Star Wars Rock Painting (South Parkersburg Library)
Star Wars Rock Painting (South Parkersburg Library)
7 May 25
Parkersburg
Events on Saturday, May 10, 2025
True Crime Book Club
True Crime Book Club
10 May 25
Parkersburg
Events on Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Random Readers Book Club
Random Readers Book Club
14 May 25
Parkersburg
Events on Thursday, May 15, 2025
An Evening With…Bigfoot!
An Evening With…Bigfoot!
15 May 25
Parkersburg
Events on Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Tuesday Crafternoon: Amate Painting
Tuesday Crafternoon: Amate Painting
20 May 25
Parkersburg
Events on Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Teen Trivia: Star Wars (South Parkersburg Library)
Teen Trivia: Star Wars (South Parkersburg Library)
21 May 25
Parkersburg
Events on Thursday, May 22, 2025
Bigfoot Expert Les O’Dell
Bigfoot Expert Les O’Dell
22 May 25
Parkersburg
Events on Thursday, May 29, 2025
Manga Club
Manga Club
29 May 25
Parkersburg
Adult Craft Night: Amate Mexican Painting
Adult Craft Night: Amate Mexican Painting
29 May 25
Parkersburg
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Emerson Children's Calendar

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