Pokemon Card Club

Trade cards, play the game, or just hang out and talk Pokemon! All experience levels are welcome. If the weather is nice, we might meet outdoors on the Aljancic Family Patio, on the east side of the building. Look for signs.On the first Monday, we will take a supervi......More

Trade cards, play the game, or just hang out and talk Pokemon! All experience levels are welcome. If the weather is nice, we might meet outdoors on the Aljancic Family Patio, on the east side of the building. Look for signs.On the first Monday, we will take a supervised walk around the park, playing Pokemon GO! We will have a limited number of devices for kids to use.On the last Monday of the month, we'll do Pokemon Pancake Art! Create a pancake version of your favorite Pokemon with colored batter. Gotta Eat 'Em All! With syrup.This event is part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Master Your Story, A Writing Class with Thomas J. Bellezza

Thomas J. Bellezza is a seasoned writer, developmental editor, and story consultant with over 20 years of experience in the writing industry. He has worked as a script doctor and story consultant, helping authors and screenwriters refi ne their narratives with a focus o......More

Thomas J. Bellezza is a seasoned writer, developmental editor, and story consultant with over 20 years of experience in the writing industry. He has worked as a script doctor and story consultant, helping authors and screenwriters refi ne their narratives with a focus on character-driven storytelling and purposeful structure. As the creator of The Write Mindset YouTube channel, Thomas educates and inspires writers by demonstrating practical techniques for outlining, character development, and worldbuilding. With a background in scriptwriting, podcast hosting, and developmental editing, Thomas is uniquely qualified to guide aspiring writers in crafting compelling outlines that integrate deep, nuanced character arcs. His teaching style emphasizes clarity, creativity, and a deep understanding of storytelling principles, ensuring participants leave with a fi rm grasp of how to bring their stories to life. Discover the tools you need to create powerful stories, unforgettable characters, and a narrative voice that’s uniquely yours. In "Master Your Story: Adding Character to Your Outlines," this 8-week course focuses on elevating your storytelling craft, building solid narratives, and developing dimensional characters. Whether you're just beginning your writing journey or seeking to refi ne your skills, this class offers the guidance, knowledge, and confidence you need to master storytelling. Who is this class for? This class is designed for writers of all levels, from beginners looking to learn the fundamentals of storytelling to experienced authors seeking to enhance their character development and narrative structure. What will participants learn? Over weekly 90-minute sessions, participants will explore three core elements of storytelling: ● Build Strong Narratives : Learn how to create compelling outlines that guide your story from beginning to end, using techniques like the 27 Plot Point Outline to structure your narrative effectively. ● Develop Memorable Characters : Craft complex, relatable characters that drive your story and captivate your audience.● Refine Your Writing Craft : Strengthen your prose, understand the nuances of style, and bring your unique voice to life through a well-structured story.This event is part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a noob, we'd be happy to share our camp with you. And eventually even our loot! If you're new to D&D, try D&D Beyond for some basic info. Or just stumble in, and the DM will teach you on the fly. It may sting a bit, but you'll......More

Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a noob, we'd be happy to share our camp with you. And eventually even our loot! If you're new to D&D, try D&D Beyond for some basic info. Or just stumble in, and the DM will teach you on the fly. It may sting a bit, but you'll survive! Probably! The dice ARE trying to kill you! Every first and third Tuesday of the month, at any rate. Snacks provided, because duh, of course they are. Teens aged 13-19 only, please.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

T(w)een Art Antics

Tweens alternate with teens doing fun and funky crafts and visiting the Wiseman Discovery Center sensory room! Here's the summer schedule: Topics, in no particular order:Tweens Spin Art in the meeting room, Teens in sensory roomTeen Spin Art in the meeting room, Tween......More

Tweens alternate with teens doing fun and funky crafts and visiting the Wiseman Discovery Center sensory room! Here's the summer schedule: Topics, in no particular order:Tweens Spin Art in the meeting room, Teens in sensory roomTeen Spin Art in the meeting room, Tweens in sensory roomTweens Clay Sculpting part 1 in the meeting room, Teens in the sensory roomTeen Clay Sculpting part 1 in the meeting room, Tweens in the sensory roomTween Clay Sculpting part 2 in the meeting room, Teens in the sensory roomTeens Clay Sculpting part 2 in the meeting room, Tweens in the sensory roomTweens Crayon Tshirts, Teens in the sensory roomTeens Crayon Shirts, Tweens in the sensory roomTeens & Tweens kindness jewelry and sensory room So basically, come every Tuesday afternoon and we'll have stuff to do, and snacks. This event is part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Story Time & Sibling Shenanigans!

Bring ALL the kids to Story Time! Everyone is welcome to hear the stories, but for play time, the bigger, school-aged kids head off for age-appropriate activities with Ms. Deb. We call this Sibling Shenanigans! The goal is NOT to trample any toddlers!When the weather a......More

Bring ALL the kids to Story Time! Everyone is welcome to hear the stories, but for play time, the bigger, school-aged kids head off for age-appropriate activities with Ms. Deb. We call this Sibling Shenanigans! The goal is NOT to trample any toddlers!When the weather allows, we have Story Time & Sibling Shenanigans outside. Please check our Facebook (@lplibrary) at 9am to know whether Story Time will be held outdoors that day! If not, we'll be indoors in the meeting room and Wiseman Discovery Center for Story Time, and Conference Room A for Sibling Shenanigans.We'll give you plenty of warning if we plan to do water play, so you can bring towels. Some shade is available, but sunblock is recommended.Ms. Lori & Ms. Sarah lead Story Time with songs and dancing, plus the precious shaky eggs! Sometimes, Sir Murphy the service dog comes! Often, there's a craft! Then we play with sensory equipment. Fun and some (semi-secret) learning for all!This event is part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Adult Chair Yoga

Join us in the Wiseman Discovery Center sensory room or outside, weather permitting, for gentle stretching and slow exercise, all while seated in a chair. All experience levels are welcome.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Art for All: Tie-Dye rain date

Summer Reading 2025: Color Our WorldOur Art for All series is designed to appeal to all ages, with crafts and activities for most abilities. OK, so here's how this whole rain date thing works: If June 13 is good weather, we'll do the tie-dye event outside, and it will......More

Summer Reading 2025: Color Our WorldOur Art for All series is designed to appeal to all ages, with crafts and activities for most abilities. OK, so here's how this whole rain date thing works: If June 13 is good weather, we'll do the tie-dye event outside, and it will be glorious! Then June 20 will be a set of crafts, outdoors if it's nice, indoors if it's not.With me so far?If June 13 is bad weather, we'll go ahead and do the 3-craft option, and tie-dye on June 20. We just swap them out to follow the good weather.If both dates have good weather, we'll do 3 crafts plus makeup tie-dye on June 20.If both dates are crappy weather, well, we'll just cross that bridge when we get to it! The alternative rain-date crafts in question:Sharpie Stained-Glass WindowsCoffee Filter Tie-DyeDecorating Summer Reading shirts with fabric markers Both events are part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Story Time & Sibling Shenanigans!

Bring ALL the kids to Story Time! Everyone is welcome to hear the stories, but for play time, the bigger, school-aged kids head off for age-appropriate activities with Ms. Deb. We call this Sibling Shenanigans! The goal is NOT to trample any toddlers!When the weather a......More

Bring ALL the kids to Story Time! Everyone is welcome to hear the stories, but for play time, the bigger, school-aged kids head off for age-appropriate activities with Ms. Deb. We call this Sibling Shenanigans! The goal is NOT to trample any toddlers!When the weather allows, we have Story Time & Sibling Shenanigans outside. Please check our Facebook (@lplibrary) at 9am to know whether Story Time will be held outdoors that day! If not, we'll be indoors in the meeting room and Wiseman Discovery Center for Story Time, and Conference Room A for Sibling Shenanigans.We'll give you plenty of warning if we plan to do water play, so you can bring towels. Some shade is available, but sunblock is recommended.Ms. Lori & Ms. Sarah lead Story Time with songs and dancing, plus the precious shaky eggs! Sometimes, Sir Murphy the service dog comes! Often, there's a craft! Then we play with sensory equipment. Fun and some (semi-secret) learning for all!This event is part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Pokemon Card Club

Trade cards, play the game, or just hang out and talk Pokemon! All experience levels are welcome. If the weather is nice, we might meet outdoors on the Aljancic Family Patio, on the east side of the building. Look for signs.On the first Monday, we will take a supervi......More

Trade cards, play the game, or just hang out and talk Pokemon! All experience levels are welcome. If the weather is nice, we might meet outdoors on the Aljancic Family Patio, on the east side of the building. Look for signs.On the first Monday, we will take a supervised walk around the park, playing Pokemon GO! We will have a limited number of devices for kids to use.On the last Monday of the month, we'll do Pokemon Pancake Art! Create a pancake version of your favorite Pokemon with colored batter. Gotta Eat 'Em All! With syrup.This event is part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Master Your Story, A Writing Class with Thomas J. Bellezza

Thomas J. Bellezza is a seasoned writer, developmental editor, and story consultant with over 20 years of experience in the writing industry. He has worked as a script doctor and story consultant, helping authors and screenwriters refi ne their narratives with a focus o......More

Thomas J. Bellezza is a seasoned writer, developmental editor, and story consultant with over 20 years of experience in the writing industry. He has worked as a script doctor and story consultant, helping authors and screenwriters refi ne their narratives with a focus on character-driven storytelling and purposeful structure. As the creator of The Write Mindset YouTube channel, Thomas educates and inspires writers by demonstrating practical techniques for outlining, character development, and worldbuilding. With a background in scriptwriting, podcast hosting, and developmental editing, Thomas is uniquely qualified to guide aspiring writers in crafting compelling outlines that integrate deep, nuanced character arcs. His teaching style emphasizes clarity, creativity, and a deep understanding of storytelling principles, ensuring participants leave with a fi rm grasp of how to bring their stories to life. Discover the tools you need to create powerful stories, unforgettable characters, and a narrative voice that’s uniquely yours. In "Master Your Story: Adding Character to Your Outlines," this 8-week course focuses on elevating your storytelling craft, building solid narratives, and developing dimensional characters. Whether you're just beginning your writing journey or seeking to refi ne your skills, this class offers the guidance, knowledge, and confidence you need to master storytelling. Who is this class for? This class is designed for writers of all levels, from beginners looking to learn the fundamentals of storytelling to experienced authors seeking to enhance their character development and narrative structure. What will participants learn? Over weekly 90-minute sessions, participants will explore three core elements of storytelling: ● Build Strong Narratives : Learn how to create compelling outlines that guide your story from beginning to end, using techniques like the 27 Plot Point Outline to structure your narrative effectively. ● Develop Memorable Characters : Craft complex, relatable characters that drive your story and captivate your audience.● Refine Your Writing Craft : Strengthen your prose, understand the nuances of style, and bring your unique voice to life through a well-structured story.This event is part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

T(w)een Art Antics

Tweens alternate with teens doing fun and funky crafts and visiting the Wiseman Discovery Center sensory room! Here's the summer schedule: Topics, in no particular order:Tweens Spin Art in the meeting room, Teens in sensory roomTeen Spin Art in the meeting room, Tween......More

Tweens alternate with teens doing fun and funky crafts and visiting the Wiseman Discovery Center sensory room! Here's the summer schedule: Topics, in no particular order:Tweens Spin Art in the meeting room, Teens in sensory roomTeen Spin Art in the meeting room, Tweens in sensory roomTweens Clay Sculpting part 1 in the meeting room, Teens in the sensory roomTeen Clay Sculpting part 1 in the meeting room, Tweens in the sensory roomTween Clay Sculpting part 2 in the meeting room, Teens in the sensory roomTeens Clay Sculpting part 2 in the meeting room, Tweens in the sensory roomTweens Crayon Tshirts, Teens in the sensory roomTeens Crayon Shirts, Tweens in the sensory roomTeens & Tweens kindness jewelry and sensory room So basically, come every Tuesday afternoon and we'll have stuff to do, and snacks. This event is part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Bed Time Story Time!

Join us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday evening in the Wiseman Discovery Center sensory room for Bed Time Story Time! We'll do some mellow activities, then snuggle down while Ms. Lori reads bedtime stories to finish out the night. Wear your jammies, bring your plushy and bla......More

Join us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday evening in the Wiseman Discovery Center sensory room for Bed Time Story Time! We'll do some mellow activities, then snuggle down while Ms. Lori reads bedtime stories to finish out the night. Wear your jammies, bring your plushy and blanket, and plan to doze off on the way home!No worries, caregivers, you can bring the bigger kids, too! All ages are welcome to Bed Time Story Time.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Story Time & Sibling Shenanigans!

Bring ALL the kids to Story Time! Everyone is welcome to hear the stories, but for play time, the bigger, school-aged kids head off for age-appropriate activities with Ms. Deb. We call this Sibling Shenanigans! The goal is NOT to trample any toddlers!When the weather a......More

Bring ALL the kids to Story Time! Everyone is welcome to hear the stories, but for play time, the bigger, school-aged kids head off for age-appropriate activities with Ms. Deb. We call this Sibling Shenanigans! The goal is NOT to trample any toddlers!When the weather allows, we have Story Time & Sibling Shenanigans outside. Please check our Facebook (@lplibrary) at 9am to know whether Story Time will be held outdoors that day! If not, we'll be indoors in the meeting room and Wiseman Discovery Center for Story Time, and Conference Room A for Sibling Shenanigans.We'll give you plenty of warning if we plan to do water play, so you can bring towels. Some shade is available, but sunblock is recommended.Ms. Lori & Ms. Sarah lead Story Time with songs and dancing, plus the precious shaky eggs! Sometimes, Sir Murphy the service dog comes! Often, there's a craft! Then we play with sensory equipment. Fun and some (semi-secret) learning for all!This event is part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Decoupage Upcycle Planter

Please register for this free event. Materials are limited.We have a coffee bar, and on that coffee bar are free snacks. Those free snacks come in delightful plastic boxes with lids.On 6/25, we shall upcycle those boxes into planters! And on 7/2, we'll plant flowers ......More

Please register for this free event. Materials are limited.We have a coffee bar, and on that coffee bar are free snacks. Those free snacks come in delightful plastic boxes with lids.On 6/25, we shall upcycle those boxes into planters! And on 7/2, we'll plant flowers in them!All materials are included. Join us for this free craft! Tweens with an adult, teens and adults only, please. Sorry, this is not a craft for the kiddos.This event is part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Game On!

Time to get your Game On! Oh, come on, you'd just be at home gaming anyway. You might as well come to the Library and game with real, live people!We'll set up the Nintendo Switches with some player vs player and cooperative games. Sometimes we play card games or board ......More

Time to get your Game On! Oh, come on, you'd just be at home gaming anyway. You might as well come to the Library and game with real, live people!We'll set up the Nintendo Switches with some player vs player and cooperative games. Sometimes we play card games or board games. Sometimes we'll be outside with lawn games. We are equal-opportunity gamers.Snacks will be provided. Sorry, we'll be enforcing the 13-18 age limits strictly. While they will, of course, be supervised by librarians with "cool mom" vibes, these folks need a place to be themselves, and they can't do that with trailing little sibs in tow. Bring your friends and make new ones!This event is part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641

Teen Chill

Teens 14-19, come to the chill side. Stop by for some crafting, some self-care, some coloring, some journaling and some puzzles. Relax. Be still. Take a load off.Want to talk? Sure. Want to put your earbuds in and veg? We're down with that, too. Snacks provided. T......More

Teens 14-19, come to the chill side. Stop by for some crafting, some self-care, some coloring, some journaling and some puzzles. Relax. Be still. Take a load off.Want to talk? Sure. Want to put your earbuds in and veg? We're down with that, too. Snacks provided. To maintain the vibe, we will strictly enforce the age limits, though. These folks need a place to be themselves, and that can't happen with hovering parents or trailing younger sibs.So stop by and Just Chill.This event is part of Summer Reading 2025: Color Our World, supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Louisville Public Library 1600 S Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641, Louisville, OH 44641