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Reading Buddies

Grades K-4 read one-on-one with a volunteer!
2026-01-07 18:00:00 2026-01-07 19:00:00 America/New_York Reading Buddies 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. Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room

Wednesday, January 07
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-07 18:00:00 2026-01-07 19:00:00 America/New_York Reading Buddies 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. Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room

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.

Join us Wednesdays at Sycamore Plaza and Thursdays at Pickerington Main! Limited space. In-person registration begins at the start of the event. 

In Reading Buddies, children in kindergarten through 4th grade build confidence and improve their reading skills by reading one-on-one with a volunteer or staff member. Kids can bring a favorite book from home or pick one off the library shelves, then enjoy a 20-minute session of reading practice. It’s a great way to develop skills, share stories, and make reading fun. 

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

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

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Sycamore Plaza

mpetersen@pickeringtonlibrary.org
Phone: 614-837-4383
Branch manager
Michelle Petersen
Hours
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We're closed Wednesday December 24 due to Christmas Eve
We're closed Thursday December 25 due to Christmas Day
Mon, Dec 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 23 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 24 Closed
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Thu, Dec 25 Closed
(Christmas Day)
Fri, Dec 26 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 27 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 28 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Page Turners Book Club meets every Monday. We read aloud and discuss the book together in a relaxed atmosphere. 

All reading levels are welcome. For specific accommodation requests or inquiries, please contact communications@pickeringtonlibrary.org or call 614-837-4104 ext. 221. 

 

Upcoming events

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Page Turners Book Club - Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper
Mon, Dec 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Make meaningful connections as we read and discuss a variety of books.
PlayStation Sessions - Gaming for Teens
Tue, Dec 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
Kick back after school and get your game on!
Noon Year's Eve - Ring in 2026 with a family-friendly countdown to noon!
Wed, Dec 31, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Bring the kids for a festive countdown to noon, complete with crafts, games, music, and a big balloon drop. Then, we’ll turn up the music for a dance party and refreshments!
Cancelled
Board Game Club - For Teens and Tweens
Wed, Dec 31, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza
Connect with fellow board game enthusiasts and dive into a wide variety of tabletop experiences from light strategy to immersive gameplay.
Library Closing at 5:00 PM - New Year's Eve
Wed, Dec 31, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Both Locations
Both library locations will close early in observance of the holiday. Our eBranch is open 24/7.
Library Closed - New Year's Day
Thu, Jan 01, All day
Pickerington Main
All library locations are closed in observance of the holiday.
Toddler Time: Penguins - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Mon, Jan 05, 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: Penguins - Getting children ages 2 - 5 excited about reading!
Mon, Jan 05, 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 05, 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 05, 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
Mon, Jan 05, 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
Mon, Jan 05, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday following the PLSD calendar.
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
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!
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.
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.
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
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!
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.
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Wed, Jan 07, 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
Wed, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Stop by after school for snacks, crafts, video games, and more!
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.
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.
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.
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