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Ages 6-11 The St. Marys Community Public Library will be hosting a Beeswax Candle making event on Thursday, July 9th. Roll a beeswax sheet into tapered shape candles! This class is a great way to learn how candles were made when our country was formed in 1776. Be prepared to get a little sticky! REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Call the library to sign up at (419) 394-7471. This event is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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Mahjong at 1:00 p.m. Beginners welcome! Mahjong was developed in 19th century China and is now played all over the world! Learn the classic tile game at the library, or join the group if you already know the rules! Mahjong is a tile game stamped with Chinese symbols. Four players play the game at a time. The goal of the game is to be the first to match your tiles to a specific set from a scorecard by picking and discarding. There will be sets of tiles available to play, with instructors available to help beginners.

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The St. Marys Community Public Library is holding in-person book discussions on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m. Join us as we share our love of books, and discover a possible selection of new books to try for yourself. It’s a great time to come back to the library!

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Friday Craft Circle meeting in the library meeting room from 10 AM to noon. Join us as we work on our needle crafts in a group setting, picking up new skills and making progress on our works-in-progress while enjoying the lively friendship of other crafters. Experienced and novice handicrafters are all welcome. Bring your crochet, knitting, tatting, embroidery, quilting, etc. to the library and see how much you can get done after a couple of hours with friends. Geared for adults. All are welcome, ages 14 and under can attend with an adult.

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The St. Marys Community Public Library will host blood pressure screenings every second Friday of the month from 10:00 a.m. through 12:00 p.m. A Joint Township District Memorial Hospital/Grand Lake Health Systems nurse will be available to take blood pressure, answer questions, and provide resources. Other dates include: February 13th, March 13th, April 10th, May 8th, June 12th, July 10th, August 14th, September 11th, October 9th, November 13th, and December 11th.

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The St. Marys Community Public Library is hosting a Writing Roundtable for Adults, designed to inspire creativity, foster a love for storytelling, and provide an engaging, supportive environment for aspiring writers of all levels. The next program will be on Monday, July 13th, at 11:00 a.m. and is open to all adult community members, whether you're an experienced writer or a beginner with a passion for writing. Dedicate one hour each month to your writing goals. Spend time writing or using the time to get ideas and/or advice. The Writing Roundtable will feature workshops, writing prompts, group discussions, and mentoring with peers and library staff. Participants will have the opportunity to develop their writing skills, explore various genres, and work toward completing a writing project of their own.

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The St. Marys Community Public Library welcomes all those interested in local history to a Roundtable discussion. Join us every other month on the second Monday at 6:00 p.m. in the library meeting room. This month’s roundtable will be held on July 13th. Share your stories and lore, memories, and photos of days gone by. Ask questions and pick the collective brains of those of us who love local history.

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Mahjong at 1:00 p.m. Beginners welcome! Mahjong was developed in 19th century China and is now played all over the world! Learn the classic tile game at the library, or join the group if you already know the rules! Mahjong is a tile game stamped with Chinese symbols. Four players play the game at a time. The goal of the game is to be the first to match your tiles to a specific set from a scorecard by picking and discarding. There will be sets of tiles available to play, with instructors available to help beginners.

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Winners will be notified by phone or email after the drawing.

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The St. Marys Community Public Library will host a quilting class on July 1st, a sewing class on July 8th, and open sewing labs on July 15th, July 22nd and July 29th. Classes and labs run from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The quilting class will focus on making a new Waterwheel quilt block. The sewing class will focus on sewing a worry pet. Please register for the quilting and sewing classes or if you need a sewing machine. On July 15th, July 22nd and July 29th, bring in and work on your own projects during the open sewing and crafting labs. Everyone is welcome; ages 14 through 18 can attend with an adult. The library will provide the supplies and notions needed. This event is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. s.

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Mahjong at 1:00 p.m. Beginners welcome! Mahjong was developed in 19th century China and is now played all over the world! Learn the classic tile game at the library, or join the group if you already know the rules! Mahjong is a tile game stamped with Chinese symbols. Four players play the game at a time. The goal of the game is to be the first to match your tiles to a specific set from a scorecard by picking and discarding. There will be sets of tiles available to play, with instructors available to help beginners.

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Friday Craft Circle meeting in the library meeting room from 10 AM to noon. Join us as we work on our needle crafts in a group setting, picking up new skills and making progress on our works-in-progress while enjoying the lively friendship of other crafters. Experienced and novice handicrafters are all welcome. Bring your crochet, knitting, tatting, embroidery, quilting, etc. to the library and see how much you can get done after a couple of hours with friends. Geared for adults. All are welcome, ages 14 and under can attend with an adult.

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The St. Marys Community Public Library is hosting an Adult Paper Crafting Class Monday, July 20th, at 2:00 P.M., where participants will make a box with two flaps and a handle. This monthly program, guided by Peggy Ruff and Carol Marcum will use supplies provided by the library to make various cards, boxes, and more. This event is geared toward ages 18 . REGISTRATION REQUIRED so that instructions can be sent prior to the class. REGISTRATION REQUIRED so that instructions can be sent prior to the class. Call the library to sign up at (419) 394-7471.

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The St. Marys Community Public Library will be hosting a Beeswax Candle making event on Monday, July 20th. Rich Wieske of Green Toes Gardens will teach attendees how to make beeswax candles. Each participant will take home a beeswax candle. Learn how candles were made when our country was formed in 1776. Be prepared to get a little sticky! REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Call the library to sign up at (419) 394-7471. This event is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Teen/Young Adult Area

Mahjong at 1:00 p.m. Beginners welcome! Mahjong was developed in 19th century China and is now played all over the world! Learn the classic tile game at the library, or join the group if you already know the rules! Mahjong is a tile game stamped with Chinese symbols. Four players play the game at a time. The goal of the game is to be the first to match your tiles to a specific set from a scorecard by picking and discarding. There will be sets of tiles available to play, with instructors available to help beginners.

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The St. Marys Community Public Library will host a quilting class on July 1st, a sewing class on July 8th, and open sewing labs on July 15th, July 22nd and July 29th. Classes and labs run from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The quilting class will focus on making a new Waterwheel quilt block. The sewing class will focus on sewing a worry pet. Please register for the quilting and sewing classes or if you need a sewing machine. On July 15th, July 22nd and July 29th, bring in and work on your own projects during the open sewing and crafting labs. Everyone is welcome; ages 14 through 18 can attend with an adult. The library will provide the supplies and notions needed. This event is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. s.

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St. Marys Community Public Library is hosting an air-dry clay craft on Thursday, July 23rd at 10:30 a.m. Children will create an Eagle out of air-dry clay by rolling and pressing designs into clay. Attendees will then take their Eagle home and allow it to dry. Be prepared to get a little sticky! This event is geared for ages 6-11. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Call the library to sign up at (419) 394-7471. This event is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Teen/Young Adult Area

Mahjong at 1:00 p.m. Beginners welcome! Mahjong was developed in 19th century China and is now played all over the world! Learn the classic tile game at the library, or join the group if you already know the rules! Mahjong is a tile game stamped with Chinese symbols. Four players play the game at a time. The goal of the game is to be the first to match your tiles to a specific set from a scorecard by picking and discarding. There will be sets of tiles available to play, with instructors available to help beginners.

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St. Marys Community Public Library is hosting an air-dry clay craft on Thursday, July 23rd at 6:00 p.m. Adults will create a coaster out of air-dry clay by rolling and pressing designs into clay. Attendees will then take their coaster home and allow it to dry. Be prepared to get a little sticky! This event is geared for adults. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Call the library to sign up at (419) 394-7471. This event is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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Friday Craft Circle meeting in the library meeting room from 10 AM to noon. Join us as we work on our needle crafts in a group setting, picking up new skills and making progress on our works-in-progress while enjoying the lively friendship of other crafters. Experienced and novice handicrafters are all welcome. Bring your crochet, knitting, tatting, embroidery, quilting, etc. to the library and see how much you can get done after a couple of hours with friends. Geared for adults. All are welcome, ages 14 and under can attend with an adult.

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The St. Marys Community Public Library is hosting a Candle Dipping program for adults on Friday, July 24th, at 1:00 P.M. Using dipping techniques, participants will create a one-of-a-kind, special candle perfect for giving or enjoying. Learn how candles were made when our country was formed in 1776! Be prepared to get messy! RESERVATION REQUIRED! Call the library to sign up at (419) 394-7471. The State Library of Ohio supports this event with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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The St. Marys Community Public Library is hosting a jewelry-making program geared for teens on Monday, July 27th, at 6:00 P.M. Using different techniques, participants will learn how to make jewelry with wire, beads, and their imagination. RESERVATION REQUIRED! Call the library to sign up at (419) 394-7471. The State Library of Ohio supports this event with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Teen/Young Adult Area

Mahjong at 1:00 p.m. Beginners welcome! Mahjong was developed in 19th century China and is now played all over the world! Learn the classic tile game at the library, or join the group if you already know the rules! Mahjong is a tile game stamped with Chinese symbols. Four players play the game at a time. The goal of the game is to be the first to match your tiles to a specific set from a scorecard by picking and discarding. There will be sets of tiles available to play, with instructors available to help beginners.

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The St. Marys Community Public Library will host a quilting class on July 1st, a sewing class on July 8th, and open sewing labs on July 15th, July 22nd and July 29th. Classes and labs run from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The quilting class will focus on making a new Waterwheel quilt block. The sewing class will focus on sewing a worry pet. Please register for the quilting and sewing classes or if you need a sewing machine. On July 15th, July 22nd and July 29th, bring in and work on your own projects during the open sewing and crafting labs. Everyone is welcome; ages 14 through 18 can attend with an adult. The library will provide the supplies and notions needed. This event is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Teen/Young Adult Area

Mahjong at 1:00 p.m. Beginners welcome! Mahjong was developed in 19th century China and is now played all over the world! Learn the classic tile game at the library, or join the group if you already know the rules! Mahjong is a tile game stamped with Chinese symbols. Four players play the game at a time. The goal of the game is to be the first to match your tiles to a specific set from a scorecard by picking and discarding. There will be sets of tiles available to play, with instructors available to help beginners.

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Friday Craft Circle meeting in the library meeting room from 10 AM to noon. Join us as we work on our needle crafts in a group setting, picking up new skills and making progress on our works-in-progress while enjoying the lively friendship of other crafters. Experienced and novice handicrafters are all welcome. Bring your crochet, knitting, tatting, embroidery, quilting, etc. to the library and see how much you can get done after a couple of hours with friends. Geared for adults. All are welcome, ages 14 and under can attend with an adult.

Teen/Young Adult Area

Mahjong at 1:00 p.m. Beginners welcome! Mahjong was developed in 19th century China and is now played all over the world! Learn the classic tile game at the library, or join the group if you already know the rules! Mahjong is a tile game stamped with Chinese symbols. Four players play the game at a time. The goal of the game is to be the first to match your tiles to a specific set from a scorecard by picking and discarding. There will be sets of tiles available to play, with instructors available to help beginners.

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Geared for beginners and all levels of sewists and quilters. No sewing machine needed - Make a No Sew Beeswax Sandwich Wrap Ages 14 with an adult. RESERVATION REQUIRED. So that we can make sure we have enough supplies prepared. Sign up to use a library sewing machine or bring your own. Call the library to sign up at (419) 394-7471. This event is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Teen/Young Adult Area

Mahjong at 1:00 p.m. Beginners welcome! Mahjong was developed in 19th century China and is now played all over the world! Learn the classic tile game at the library, or join the group if you already know the rules! Mahjong is a tile game stamped with Chinese symbols. Four players play the game at a time. The goal of the game is to be the first to match your tiles to a specific set from a scorecard by picking and discarding. There will be sets of tiles available to play, with instructors available to help beginners.

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Friday Craft Circle meeting in the library meeting room from 10 AM to noon. Join us as we work on our needle crafts in a group setting, picking up new skills and making progress on our works-in-progress while enjoying the lively friendship of other crafters. Experienced and novice handicrafters are all welcome. Bring your crochet, knitting, tatting, embroidery, quilting, etc. to the library and see how much you can get done after a couple of hours with friends. Geared for adults. All are welcome, ages 14 and under can attend with an adult.