WCDPL (both locations) will be closed Sunday, May 26 and Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. | |
Adventure Begins this Week at the Library |
Readers of all ages can come together this summer as the Wood County District Public Library presents the Summer Reading Program for 2024, "Adventure Begins at Your Library!”
The 2024 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through young adult, with programs, prize drawings, storytimes, and more. Registration for Adventure Begins at Your Library begins May 29.
Kick off your summer reading with a day full of adventure at the library! Each location will have its own kick-off where you can get signed up for summer reading, grab your registration prizes, and join us for fun events throughout the day.
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Bowling Green Kick-Off Celebration
Wednesday, May 29 | 10:30 am-4:00 pm
At 10:30 am in the Atrium, Beverly, The Music Lady, will present a family sing-along. Enjoy classic children's songs and movement songs in this sing-along concert for all ages!
From 2:00 to 4:00 pm, participate in an outdoor Adventure Obstacle Course and enjoy a Dirt Dessert Treasure Hunt in The Children's Place.
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Walbridge Kick-Off Celebration
Wednesday, May 29 | 2:00-4:00 pm
At 2:00 pm, Beverly, The Music Lady, will present a family sing-along. Enjoy classic children's songs and movement songs in this special sing-along concert for all ages! After her program, we'll enjoy a dirt dessert snack from 3:00 to 4:00 pm.
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Bookmobile Adventures Begin May 29
This year, you can visit the Bookmobile to grab a Bookmobile Passport to track your reading this summer. For each book read, you'll get your Passport stamped and get a ticket to submit for a chance to win great prizes. You can complete our Bookmobile Passport while participating in summer reading at the Bowling Green or Walbridge locations, too!
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Enjoy a Preview Performance of Matilda the Musical | Enjoy a special preview performance of Matilda the Musical from the cast of Horizon Youth Theatre on Friday, May 31 at 10:30 am! This exclusive preview of their summer show will have performers share 20-30 minutes of this classic novel turned hit musical. Learn more. | |
Ready to read something new and meet new people? Join a book discussion at the library! We have a variety of upcoming book groups to suit every reading taste at every age. |
For Adults
Coffee Talk Book Discussion
Thursday, June 20 | 10:00 am | 2nd Floor Meeting Room
American Mermaid by Julia Langbein
It's a Mystery Book Discussion
Monday, June 24 | 6:00 pm | Meeting Room
Nothing Ventured by Jeffrey Archer
For Kids
Graphic Novel Book Discussion
Monday, June 10 | 6:00 pm | The Children's Place
Bug Scouts: Out in the Wild by Mike Lowery
For Teens
Pizza and Pages Teen Book Group
Monday, June 10 | 5:00 pm | Meeting Room
Turtles All the Way Down by John Green
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Coming Soon to Your Library | | |
Celebrate Dolly Parton's Imagination Library with an Ice Cream Social | Help us celebrate Woodlink and the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in Wood County with an Ice Cream Social! Join us on Wednesday, June 5 at 3:30 pm in the Bowling Green Library Atrium for a celebration with author and illustrator Heidi Woodward Sheffield, creator of the 2024 Imagination Library selection Ice Cream Face and other beloved children’s books. Heidi will read Ice Cream Face, you’ll learn about Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Wood County, enjoy free ice cream, and complete some fun activities. Learn more. | |
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Grab New Seeds at the Seed Library | Sunny, warm weeks are perfect for planning your garden and getting your seeds from our Seed Library! Take what you need or donate your leftover seeds to this self-service collection meant to help our community get growing. You can visit our Seed Library on the second floor of the Bowling Green Library by the elevator. Learn more. | |
Learn a New Skill with LinkedIn Learning | This month, show some love to your career by using LinkedIn Learning. Learn the foundational skills that are especially important in the world of work, like time management, confident communication, strategic thinking, and more. Start learning using your library card on LinkedIn Learning. | |
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New Books at Your Library | | |
Board of Trustees
Ken Frisch, President
Ellen Dalton, Vice President
Mike Sibbersen, Secretary
Greg Esposito
Kris James
Heidi Nees-Carver
Brian Paskvan
Michael L. Penrod, Director
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WOOD COUNTY DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Bowling Green
251 North Main Street
Bowling Green, OH 43402
(419) 352-5104
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Walbridge
108 North Main Street
Walbridge, OH 43465
(419) 666-9900
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