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First Drafts Book Club

My Dark Vanessa: A Novel
2025-01-09 19:00:00 2025-01-09 20:00:00 America/New_York First Drafts Book Club Books, Bites and Beverages! Combustion Brewery & Taproom -

Thursday, January 09
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-09 19:00:00 2025-01-09 20:00:00 America/New_York First Drafts Book Club Books, Bites and Beverages! Combustion Brewery & Taproom -

Books, Bites and Beverages!

First Drafts Book Club has something for everyone. Each month features a book from a different genre. On each second Thursday, we will have snacks and libations to fuel our conversations (and sometimes friendly debate) about that month's book.

If you need accommodations for a class or event, contact communications@pickeringtonlibrary.org or call 614-837-4104 ext. 221.

Date Book Title Author
January 2025 My Dark Vanessa: A Novel Kate Elizabeth Russell
February 2025 You Made a Fool of Death with Your Beauty Akwaeke Emezi
March 2025 The First Ladies Heather Terrell and Victoria Christopher Murray
April 2025 Smothermoss Alisa Alering
May 2025 You Can't Be Serious Kal Penn
June 2025 Want: Sexual Fantasies by Anonymous Gillian Anderson

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Clubs |

TAGS: | events |

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We're closed Wednesday January 01 due to New Year's Day
Mon, Dec 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 31 9:00AM to 5:00PM
(New Year's Eve)
Wed, Jan 01 Closed
(New Year's Day)
Thu, Jan 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 03 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 04 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 05 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming events

Toddler Time: Bears - Early Literacy Class
Mon, Jan 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 2- and 3-year-olds
Stories and Songs: Bears - Early Literacy Class
Mon, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
An early literacy class for children ages 2 - 5
Page Turners Book Club
Mon, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Make meaningful connections as we read and discuss a variety of books.
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Mon, Jan 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Mon, Jan 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Monday Recharge - Give Your Brain a Little Break
Mon, Jan 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Sycamore Plaza - Conference Room
Unwind at the library with activities designed to help you relax and clear your mind.
Monday Math - Sycamore Plaza Library
Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Grades K-4 and their families can practice basic math skills in fun and engaging ways.
Monday Math - Pickerington Main Library
Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Grades K-4 and their families can practice basic math skills in fun and engaging ways.
Rhyme Time - Early Literacy Class
Tue, Jan 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for ages 0-23 months
Toddler Time: Bears - Early Literacy Class
Tue, Jan 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 2- and 3-year-olds
Preschool Pals: Bears - Early Literacy Class
Tue, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 4- and 5-year-olds
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Tue, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Tue, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
ESOL Classes - English for Speakers of Other Languages
Tue, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
ESOL classes are offered for FREE by the Columbus Literacy Council. Register by calling 614-282-7661.
Reading Buddies - Sycamore Plaza
Tue, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Reading area
Grades K-4 read one-on-one with a volunteer and practice targeted reading skills.
Toddler Time: Bears - Early Literacy Class
Wed, Jan 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 2- and 3-year-olds
Preschool Pals: Bears - Early Literacy Class
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 4- and 5-year-olds
Second Cup Book Club - Before the Coffee Gets Cold
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sorso Coffee
Book Conversations in the cafe comfort of Sorso Coffee, 7849 Refugee Rd., Pickerington
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Wed, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Wed, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Chess Club
Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Join Myron Thomas from the Chess Enterprise every Wednesday for chess lessons.
Dungeons & Dragons
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Pickerington Main - Small Conference Room
Join a monthly Dungeons & Dragons campaign!
This event is full
Evening Family Fun: Bears - Early Literacy Class
Wed, Jan 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Barn
Storytime for the whole family!
Rhyme Time - Early Literacy Class
Thu, Jan 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for ages 0-23 months
Toddler Time: Bears - Early Literacy Class
Thu, Jan 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 2- and 3-year-olds
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Thu, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Thu, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Teen Studio: Crafternoon - Get Creative and Make Something Cool!
Thu, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Drop by Teen Studio for a fun and creative afternoon of crafting and making something cool with friends!
Reading Buddies - Pickerington Main
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Barn
Grades K-4 read one-on-one with a volunteer and practice targeted reading skills.
ESOL Classes - English for Speakers of Other Languages
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
ESOL classes are offered for FREE by the Columbus Literacy Council. Register by calling 614-282-7661.
First Drafts Book Club - My Dark Vanessa: A Novel
Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combustion Brewery & Taproom
Books, Bites and Beverages!
Stories and Songs: Bears - Early Literacy Class
Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
An early literacy class for children ages 2 - 5
Homeschool Connect: Music and Movement
Fri, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Educational & fun classes for kids in grades K-5 who learn at home
Teen Crafternoon - Make-and-take craft to celebrate the end of the week
Fri, Jan 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Grab some supplies, make something awesome, and hang out with friends!
Adaptive Stories and Play
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
An all-ages literacy class specifically adapted for children who need extra support.
Toddler Time: Paint and Color - Early Literacy Class
Mon, Jan 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 2- and 3-year-olds
Page Turners Book Club
Mon, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Make meaningful connections as we read and discuss a variety of books.
Stories and Songs: Paint and Color - Early Literacy Class
Mon, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
An early literacy class for children ages 2 - 5
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Mon, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Mon, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Monday Recharge - Give Your Brain a Little Break
Mon, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Sycamore Plaza - Conference Room
Unwind at the library with activities designed to help you relax and clear your mind.
"Dreamer to Doer" Teen & Young Adult Workshop - with local author Jade Cessna
Mon, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Visualize your future and create a step-by-step action plan to achieve it! This interactive workshop by Pickerington Alum Jade Cessna will empower you to turn your dreams into reality.
Monday Math - Sycamore Plaza Library
Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Grades K-4 and their families can practice basic math skills in fun and engaging ways.
Monday Math - Pickerington Main Library
Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Grades K-4 and their families can practice basic math skills in fun and engaging ways.
Rhyme Time - Early Literacy Class
Tue, Jan 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for ages 0-23 months
Toddler Time: Paint and Color - Early Literacy Class
Tue, Jan 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 2- and 3-year-olds
Preschool Pals: Paint and Color - Early Literacy Class
Tue, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 4- and 5-year-olds
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Tue, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Tue, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
ESOL Classes - English for Speakers of Other Languages
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
ESOL classes are offered for FREE by the Columbus Literacy Council. Register by calling 614-282-7661.
Reading Buddies - Sycamore Plaza
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Reading area
Grades K-4 read one-on-one with a volunteer and practice targeted reading skills.
Trivia at Pickerington Main
Tue, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Don't miss our exciting monthly trivia night! Gather your friends for a chance to win prizes and claim ultimate bragging rights.
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