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Shorts and Stouts

Held at Combustion Brewery & Taproom

2025-08-13 19:00:00 2025-08-13 20:00:00 America/New_York Shorts and Stouts Join our Short Story Discussion Group and immerse yourself in the captivating world of storytelling. Offsite -

Wednesday, August 13
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-13 19:00:00 2025-08-13 20:00:00 America/New_York Shorts and Stouts Join our Short Story Discussion Group and immerse yourself in the captivating world of storytelling. Offsite -

Join our Short Story Discussion Group and immerse yourself in the captivating world of storytelling.

Join the staff of Pickerington Public Library at Combustion Brewery & Taproom on the second Wednesday of each month at 7 PM for a discussion of two short stories by each author. All are welcome, and there is no requirement to purchase a stout. Hope to see you there!

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

June 11 - Roald Dahl, "Lamb to the Slaughter" and "The Landlady"

July 9 - Lauren Groff, "Annunciation" and "Snake Stories"

August 13 - Ernest Hemingway, "Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber" and "Cat in the Rain"

September 10 - Grace Paley, "A Conversation with My Father" and "Friends"

October 8 - Shirley Jackson, "The Lottery" and "Louisa, Please Come Home"

November 12 - Sherman Alexie, "What You Pawn I Will Redeem" and "This is What It Means to Say Phoenix, Arizona"

December 10 - Charles Dickens, "The Signal Man" and "To Be Read at Dusk"  

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Clubs | Adult Learning |

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Offsite


Hours
Mon, Aug 25 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 29 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 30 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 31 12:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

Upcoming events

Fri, Aug 29, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
Join us for Teen Crafternoon every Friday! Try our featured craft or get creative with your own idea. All materials provided—just bring your imagination.

Mon, Sep 01, All day
Both Locations
Both library locations are closed in observance of the holiday. Our eBranch is open 24/7.

Tue, Sep 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for ages 0-23 months

Tue, Sep 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 2-and 3-year-olds

Tue, Sep 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Barn,Meeting Room A
A storytime for 4- and 5-year-olds

Cancelled
Tue, Sep 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Kick back after school and get your game on!

Tue, Sep 02, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.

Tue, Sep 02, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.

Tue, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
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Cancelled
Tue, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Pickerington Main
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Tue, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
All experience levels welcome.

Wed, Sep 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 2-and 3-year-olds

Wed, Sep 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pickerington Main - Barn,Meeting Room A
A storytime for 4- and 5-year-olds

Wed, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Join us for a delightful seasonal craft and story time, presented in partnership with the Fairfield County Park District!

Wed, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.

Wed, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.

Wed, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
Take a break, breathe deep, and “fill your cup” at our relaxing mindfulness event. Learn about ways you can manage your stress this school year while enjoying a free drink and crafts!

Wed, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
In this 4-week series, we’ll dive into the colorful world of acrylic painting while having fun and letting our creativity flow.
This event is full

Wed, Sep 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Large Conference Room
Join Myron Thomas from the Chess Enterprise every Wednesday for chess lessons.

Wed, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 6:20pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Kids in kindergarten through 4th grade can read one-on-one with a volunteer!
This event is full

Wed, Sep 03, 6:20pm - 6:40pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Kids in kindergarten through 4th grade can read one-on-one with a volunteer!

Wed, Sep 03, 6:40pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Kids in kindergarten through 4th grade can read one-on-one with a volunteer!

Thu, Sep 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for ages 0-23 months

Thu, Sep 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 2-and 3-year-olds

Thu, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.

Thu, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.

Thu, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
Kick back after school and get your game on!

Cancelled
Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Pickerington Main
ESOL classes are offered for FREE by the Columbus Literacy Council. Register by calling 614-282-7661.

Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Conference Room
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This event is full

Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 6:20pm
Pickerington Main - Barn
Kids in kindergarten through 4th grade can read one-on-one with a volunteer!
This event is full

Thu, Sep 04, 6:20pm - 6:40pm
Pickerington Main - Barn
Kids in kindergarten through 4th grade can read one-on-one with a volunteer!

Thu, Sep 04, 6:40pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Barn
Kids in kindergarten through 4th grade can read one-on-one with a volunteer!

Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
A storytime for children ages 2 - 5

Fri, Sep 05, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
Join us for Teen Crafternoon every Friday! Try our featured craft or get creative with your own idea. All materials provided—just bring your imagination.

Sat, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
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Mon, Sep 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for 2- and 3-year-olds

Mon, Sep 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Make meaningful connections as we read and discuss a variety of books.

Mon, Sep 08, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
A storytime for children ages 2 - 5

Mon, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.

Mon, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.