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Make Wise Energy Choices

With Ohio Consumers' Counsel
2026-01-15 18:30:00 2026-01-15 19:30:00 America/New_York Make Wise Energy Choices As costs rise, learn how to better manage your utility bills. Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A

Thursday, January 15
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-15 18:30:00 2026-01-15 19:30:00 America/New_York Make Wise Energy Choices As costs rise, learn how to better manage your utility bills. Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A

Pickerington Main

Meeting Room A

As costs rise, learn how to better manage your utility bills.

In this presentation, Kathryn Metz from the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel will be discussing how to make wise energy choices that may be able to save you money on your monthly bills. She will discuss Energy Choice in Ohio, simple at-home energy efficiency tips, and utility assistance programs that are available in Ohio. Feel free to bring your electric or natural gas bill.

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

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | General | Adult Learning |

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Pickerington Main
thoward@pickeringtonlibrary.org
Phone: 614-837-4104
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Tony Howard
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Rhyme Time - Early Literacy Class for ages 0-23 months
Tue, Jan 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Help your baby or young toddler develop a love of reading by introducing them to rhymes, songs, stories, and fingerplays!
Toddler Time: Penguins - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Tue, Jan 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 2- and 3-year-olds features reading, writing, playing, singing, and talking—all great ways to get your child ready to read!
Preschool Pals: Penguins - Get your preschooler ready for kindergarten
Tue, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 4- and 5-year-olds
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Tue, Jan 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Tue, Jan 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Stop by after school for snacks, crafts, video games, and more!
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Tue, Jan 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.
PlayStation Sessions - Gaming for Teens
Tue, Jan 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
Kick back after school and get your game on!
Board Game Club - For Teens and Tweens
Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Atrium
Connect with fellow board game enthusiasts and dive into a wide variety of tabletop experiences from light strategy to immersive gameplay.
Toddler Time: Penguins - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Wed, Jan 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 2- and 3-year-olds features reading, writing, playing, singing, and talking—all great ways to get your child ready to read!
Preschool Pals: Penguins - Get your preschooler ready for kindergarten
Wed, Jan 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 4- and 5-year-olds
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Wed, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Wed, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Stop by after school for snacks, crafts, video games, and more!
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Wed, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.
DIY Trail Mix - Build the ultimate snack, your way!
Wed, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
Make your own trail mix and discover where your favorite snack ingredients come from on our World of Snacks Map!
Take a Paws - Homework break & dogs! 
Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main
Visit certified therapy dogs at Pickerington Public Library's Homework Help Center to destress. 
Open Play Chess Club - Play, Learn, and Connect Over the Board
Wed, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Atrium
Drop-in experience where players can enjoy casual games, share strategies, and learn from one another.
Budgeting for the New Year - With Edward Jones
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
A financial advisor will guide you through the essentials of building and maintaining a personal budget.
Reading Buddies - Grades K-4 read one-on-one with a volunteer!
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
In-person registration begins at the start of the event. Bring your own book or choose one from the shelves for a 20-minute session with a volunteer or staff member.
Rhyme Time - Early Literacy Class for ages 0-23 months
Thu, Jan 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Help your baby or young toddler develop a love of reading by introducing them to rhymes, songs, stories, and fingerplays!
Toddler Time: Penguins - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Thu, Jan 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 2- and 3-year-olds features reading, writing, playing, singing, and talking—all great ways to get your child ready to read!
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
PlayStation Sessions - Gaming for Teens
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
Kick back after school and get your game on!
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Small Conference Room
Stop by after school for snacks, crafts, video games, and more!
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.
Crochet+ Club - Weekly for Teens
Thu, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pickerington Main - Atrium
A weekly club exploring crochet, knitting, and more! All skill levels welcome.
Teen New Releases Book Club - We Fell Apart
Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Large Conference Room
Stay up-to-date with the newest, hottest young adult book releases.
Reading Buddies - Grades K-4 read one-on-one with a volunteer!
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Barn
In-person registration begins at the start of the event. Bring your own book or choose one from the shelves for a 20-minute session with a volunteer or staff member.
Journaling for Mental Health - Boost your well-being through journaling practice
Thu, Jan 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Learn various approaches to and the health benefits of journaling.
First Drafts Book Club - The Stationary Shop
Thu, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combustion Brewery & Taproom - 80 W Church St Suite 101, Pickerington, OH 43147
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Stories and Songs: Penguins - Getting children ages 2 - 5 excited about reading!
Fri, Jan 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Early Literacy Class for children ages 2 - 5
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Fri, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Educational & fun classes for kids in grades K-5 who learn at home.
Teen Crafternoon - Each week features a new craft!
Fri, Jan 09, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
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Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Fri, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Stop by after school for snacks, crafts, video games, and more!
Friday Chill - Snacks and activities for Teens
Fri, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
A dedicated space for teens to relax at the end of the school week.
Ohio PREP for Teens - Helping teens become PREPared for adulthood
Sat, Jan 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Pickerington Library & Nationwide Children’s team up to help teens (13–19) build healthy relationships, financial literacy, career & health skills. Free workshop + prizes!
Adaptive Stories and Play - Quieter music, fidget toys, and interactive learning.
Sat, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
An all-ages literacy class specifically adapted for children who need extra support.
Toddler Time: In the Arctic - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Mon, Jan 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 2- and 3-year-olds features reading, writing, playing, singing, and talking—all great ways to get your child ready to read!
Stories and Songs: In the Arctic - Getting children ages 2 - 5 excited about reading!
Mon, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Early Literacy Class for children ages 2 - 5
Page Turners Book Club - All reading levels are welcome
Mon, Jan 12, 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 12, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
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Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Mon, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Mon, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Stop by after school for snacks, crafts, video games, and more!
The Art of Essay Writing - Learn how to write an essay!
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Come into the second half of the school year strong by learning tips and trick to writing essays!
Bricks & Banter - Lego Building for Adults
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
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Friends of the Pickerington Public Library - Meeting
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
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Rhyme Time - Early Literacy Class for ages 0-23 months
Tue, Jan 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Help your baby or young toddler develop a love of reading by introducing them to rhymes, songs, stories, and fingerplays!
Toddler Time: In the Arctic - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Tue, Jan 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 2- and 3-year-olds features reading, writing, playing, singing, and talking—all great ways to get your child ready to read!
Preschool Pals: In the Arctic - Get your preschooler ready for kindergarten
Tue, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 4- and 5-year-olds
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Tue, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Stop by after school for snacks, crafts, video games, and more!
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Tue, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.
PlayStation Sessions - Gaming for Teens
Tue, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
Kick back after school and get your game on!
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Tue, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Stitching in the Stacks - Craft, Chat, and Create!
Tue, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Pickerington Main - Large Conference Room
A monthly get-together for beginners and experienced crafters.
Toddler Time: In the Arctic - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Wed, Jan 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 2- and 3-year-olds features reading, writing, playing, singing, and talking—all great ways to get your child ready to read!
Preschool Pals: In the Arctic - Get your preschooler ready for kindergarten
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 4- and 5-year-olds
Second Cup Book Club - Not Quite Dead Yet
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sorso Coffee - 7849 Refugee Rd, Pickerington, OH 43147
Book Conversations in the cafe comfort of Sorso Coffee, 7849 Refugee Rd., Pickerington
Know your Technology - Navigating your Computer
Wed, Jan 14, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Join our Technology Trainer for some hands on learning and practice with your technology!
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Wed, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Board Game Club - For Teens and Tweens
Wed, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Conference Room
Connect with fellow board game enthusiasts and dive into a wide variety of tabletop experiences from light strategy to immersive gameplay.
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Wed, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Stop by after school for snacks, crafts, video games, and more!
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Wed, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.
Mario Kart Showdown - Survive the Chaos of Rainbow Road!
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
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Penguin Olympics: STEM Challenges for Teens - A fun mix of games and activities!
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
From icy obstacles to frosty feats, the Penguin Olympics will push you to think, play, and win.
Open Play Chess Club - Play, Learn, and Connect Over the Board
Wed, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Atrium
Drop-in experience where players can enjoy casual games, share strategies, and learn from one another.
Reading Buddies - Grades K-4 read one-on-one with a volunteer!
Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
In-person registration begins at the start of the event. Bring your own book or choose one from the shelves for a 20-minute session with a volunteer or staff member.
Shorts & Stouts - Held at Combustion Brewery & Taproom
Wed, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combustion Brewery & Taproom
Join our Short Story Discussion Group and immerse yourself in the captivating world of storytelling.
Rhyme Time - Early Literacy Class for ages 0-23 months
Thu, Jan 15, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Help your baby or young toddler develop a love of reading by introducing them to rhymes, songs, stories, and fingerplays!
Toddler Time: In the Arctic - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Thu, Jan 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 2- and 3-year-olds features reading, writing, playing, singing, and talking—all great ways to get your child ready to read!
Brown Bag Book Club - Spirited discussion of popular and classic books
Thu, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A lunchtime book club for those who enjoy lively discussion!
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Thu, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Thu, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Stop by after school for snacks, crafts, video games, and more!
PlayStation Sessions - Gaming for Teens
Thu, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
Kick back after school and get your game on!
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Thu, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.
Crochet+ Club - Weekly for Teens
Thu, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pickerington Main - Atrium
A weekly club exploring crochet, knitting, and more! All skill levels welcome.
Reading Buddies - Grades K-4 read one-on-one with a volunteer!
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Barn
In-person registration begins at the start of the event. Bring your own book or choose one from the shelves for a 20-minute session with a volunteer or staff member.
Make Wise Energy Choices - With Ohio Consumers' Counsel
Thu, Jan 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
As costs rise, learn how to better manage your utility bills.
Stories and Songs: In the Arctic - Getting children ages 2 - 5 excited about reading!
Fri, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Early Literacy Class for children ages 2 - 5
Teen Crafternoon - Each week features a new craft!
Fri, Jan 16, 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.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover - Your stuffie’s fun-filled sleepover at the library!
Fri, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Paint a picture of your stuffie, make a name tag, then leave them for a library sleepover! Pick them up the next day with fun photos of their adventure!
This event is full
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Fri, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Stop by after school for snacks, crafts, video games, and more!
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Fri, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
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