Adult Services

Practice French conversation through exploring short stories, media, and experiential learning in a friendly space. Conversation level tends to lean intermediate-to-advanced.

Follow along with an episode of The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross. Come ready to paint happy trees in a fun and relaxed environment. Supplies will be provided. Registration opens 12/26 & is required. Join the wait list

Join us for a fun and creative "Altered Books: Make Your Own Cookbook" workshop with local paper artist Deb Latonza! Join the wait list

Join us to celebrate houseplants with a Big Plant Swap! Bring in your cuttings or unwanted plants to exchange for new plants. Seeds for our Seed Library are also welcome. Gardening Q&A from 2-4 p.m.

Regular Trustees Meeting

Join us for a presentation by Lauren Bowen, Ohio Special Education Advocate + Educational Consultant. Lauren will share information about procedural safeguards and parent rights in special education. Register

Calm your soul with Gail Spirit Sky, a Laughter Yoga instructor since 2009. Join us in this virtual session of laughter and yoga that will melt away stress and leave you feeling refreshed.Register

Columbus Unscripted invites you to an improv burst! Step into an easy, one-hour play family friendly space where all ages can join in, try something new, and be part of the fun we create together. Register

Practice French conversation through exploring short stories, media, and experiential learning in a friendly space. Conversation level tends to lean intermediate-to-advanced.

Start off the New Year with a discussion of the debut novel - Their Divine Fires by Wendy Chen!Register

Wish you could fix your clothing and extend its life? Spend some time with Jackie and learn to mend your clothing and home goods! Join the wait list

Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day by listening to King's historic I Have a Dream speech and coming together for a community conversation around what King's speech means today.Register

Trivia at the historic Drexel Theatre, what could be better? Join us for a night of fun competition, laughter, popcorn, and prizes. Topics range from history and movies to sports and special themes.Register

Award-winning author Grace Ellis begins her BPL Writer-in-Residence session with a writing workshop for everybody! Everything Is Writing is a workshop for people who don't think they're writers...yet.Register

Join us for our first ever death cafe, directed by certified death doula and grief coach Nikki Smith (she/her). Death cafes are discussion groups that are open to discussing stigmatized topics. Register

Practice French conversation through exploring short stories, media, and experiential learning in a friendly space. Conversation level tends to lean intermediate-to-advanced.

Was your home previously owned by a famous family? How have your property boundaries changed over time? Join us to explore resources to find information on your house and property. Register

Practice French conversation through exploring short stories, media, and experiential learning in a friendly space. Conversation level tends to lean intermediate-to-advanced.

Join acclaimed local artist Lisa McLymont for an inspiring, hands-on art experience that celebrates creativity, connection, and community—no experience needed!Register

Was your home previously owned by a famous family? How have your property boundaries changed over time? Join us to explore resources to find information on your house and property. Register

Practice French conversation through exploring short stories, media, and experiential learning in a friendly space. Conversation level tends to lean intermediate-to-advanced.

Andrew Richmond & Hollie Davis, curators of the Decorative Arts Center of Ohio Heartland exhibition, explore our state's rich history through a selection of art, textiles, household objects, and more!Register

Calm your soul with Gail Spirit Sky, a Laughter Yoga instructor since 2009. Join us in this virtual session of laughter and yoga that will melt away stress and leave you feeling refreshed.Register

Practice French conversation through exploring short stories, media, and experiential learning in a friendly space. Conversation level tends to lean intermediate-to-advanced.

Celebrate the life, words, and legacy of the iconic Toni Morrison with readings from local authors and artists Cynthia Amoah, Dr. Carlotta Penn, Claudia Owusu, and Rachael "Rae" Scott.Register

Join the BPL Book Club to celebrate Toni Morrison's birthday, with a discussion of her powerful novel, Song of Solomon! Register

Trivia at the historic Drexel Theatre, what could be better? Join us for a night of fun competition, laughter, popcorn, and prizes. Topics range from history and movies to sports and special themes.Register

Practice French conversation through exploring short stories, media, and experiential learning in a friendly space. Conversation level tends to lean intermediate-to-advanced.

Join acclaimed local artist Lisa McLymont for an inspiring, hands-on art experience that celebrates creativity, connection, and community—no experience needed! Register

Everyone has a book they want to write, but that first blank page can be a huge hurdle. This workshop explores techniques for getting started and looks at what makes an impactful opening page.Register

Regular Trustees Meeting