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Smoke & Mirrors: An Adult Night of Magic at the Library

Fall Fundraiser hosted by the Library Board of Trustees
2026-10-24 18:00:00 2026-10-24 21:00:00 America/New_York Smoke & Mirrors: An Adult Night of Magic at the Library Whether you're coming for the astonishing illusions, to bid on exciting auction items, or simply to enjoy an evening with friends while supporting a wonderful cause, this will be a magical night! Pickerington Main - Atrium

Saturday, October 24
6:00pm - 9:00pm

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Whether you're coming for the astonishing illusions, to bid on exciting auction items, or simply to enjoy an evening with friends while supporting a wonderful cause, this will be a magical night!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of magic, cocktails, and community in support of the Pickerington Public Library Foundation.

Smoke & Mirrors: An Adult Night of Magic at the Library is an adults-only fundraising event featuring an incredible live performance by The Alans, a silent auction filled with unique experiences and treasures, catered appetizers and desserts, and a cash bar. Guests may also purchase drink tickets in advance for beer, wine, soft drinks, and bottled water.

Every ticket purchased is a tax-deductible donation that directly supports the Pickerington Public Library Foundation and its mission to support purchases such as furniture for the new branch. Additional donations are always welcome and greatly appreciated.

Whether you're coming for the astonishing illusions, the chance to bid on exciting auction items, or simply to enjoy an evening with friends while supporting a wonderful cause, this promises to be a magical night you won't want to miss.

PURCHASE TICKETS

$50 General Admission

$150 VIP Seating for 2

$300 VIP Seating for 4

$5 Advanced Drink Tickets

Smoke & Mirrors: An Adult Night of Magic at the Library

Saturday, October 24

6:00 PM Doors Open

7:00 PM Show

Pickerington Main Library Atrium

The Fall Fundraiser, hosted by the Pickerington Public Library Board of Trustees, supports the Pickerington Public Library Fund managed by the Fairfield County Foundation, with all proceeds benefiting library programs and services.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

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Toddler Time: Ocean - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Wed, Sep 30, 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: Ocean - Get your preschooler ready for kindergarten
Wed, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pickerington Main - Barn,Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 4- and 5-year-olds
GPS Made Easy - Travel With Confidence
Wed, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pickerington Main - Small Conference Room
In this class, taught by the Library's Technology Trainer, you'll learn to use your smartphone GPS and navigation apps to find destinations, get directions, share locations, and travel confidently.
Cancelled
Library On-The-Go Parks Tour - Coming to a Park Near You!
Wed, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Ponds (Burning Lake Lot) - 4432 Gender Rd, Canal Winchester, OH 43110
The Library On-The-Go brings books, activities, early literacy fun, crafts, games, and more to a park near you!
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Wed, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A place for teens to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Teen Hang - The Place to be After the Bell!
Wed, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
A place for teens 12+ to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Wed, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Boxing for Fitness - Non-Contact Fitness Program for Teens
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pickerington Main - Pavilion
An initiative to provide positive, structured, and healthy opportunities for teens. This class emphasizes physical fitness, confidence, self-discipline, stress management, and positive engagement.
Registration is now closed
Open Play Chess Club - Play, Learn, and Connect Over the Board
Wed, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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.
PPL Podcast Club - True Crime in Ohio
Wed, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Love podcasts? Fascinated by true crime? Join us for our True Crime Podcast Club—a book club-style discussion group, but for podcasts!
Food Drive: Oct. 1 - Nov. 1 - in Partnership with the Pickerington Food Pantry
Thu, Oct 01, All day
Offsite
Pickerington Public Library is proud to be a Neighbor In Action, supporting the community through the Pickerington Food Pantry. Donation collection bins are located at all library locations.
Rhyme Time - Early Literacy Class
Thu, Oct 01, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for ages 0-23 months
Toddler Time: Ocean - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Thu, Oct 01, 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!
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A place for teens to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Teen Hang - The Place to be After the Bell!
Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
A place for teens 12+ to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Crochet+ Club - All skill levels welcome!
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pickerington Main - Atrium
Join other crafty teens
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) - Share ideas. Shape the Library offerings. Make a difference.
Thu, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Large Conference Room
A leadership group where teens grades 7-12 help shape library programs, services, and collections while connecting with peers and gaining valuable experience.
Reading Buddies - Grades K-4 read one-on-one with a volunteer
Thu, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
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.
ROX: Ruling Our eXperiences - An Empowerment Group for 7-12th Grade Girls
Thu, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
A 20-week curriculum to empower girls to rule their experiences academically, relationally, and emotionally.
Play to Learn - A playgroup for toddlers and their caregivers
Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pickerington Main - Barn,Meeting Room A
Discover an early literacy offering with hands-on learning, toys, activities, and crafts that support child development while giving families time to play and socialize together.
Stories and Songs: Ocean - Getting children ages 2 - 5 excited about reading!
Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Early Literacy Class for children ages 2 - 5
Crafternoon & Cinema - Free Popcorn & Crafts!
Fri, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Enjoy an after-school movie and craft to start your weekend!
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Fri, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A place for teens to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Teen Hang - The Place to be After the Bell!
Fri, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
A place for teens 12+ to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Friday Chill - Snacks and Activities for Teens
Fri, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to unwind after school with snacks, friends, and a different activity each week. The best way to end the school week is at the Library!
Self-Defense for Real Life - With the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Learn simple, effective strategies to increase your personal safety through situational awareness and easy-to-use self-defense techniques.
Toddler Time: L is for Leaves - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Mon, Oct 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: L is for Leaves - Getting children ages 2 - 5 excited about reading!
Mon, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Early Literacy Class for children ages 2 - 5
Page Turners Book Club - Meets every Monday
Mon, Oct 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, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Teen Hang - The Place to be After the Bell!
Mon, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
A place for teens 12+ to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Mon, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A place for teens to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Mon, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Rhyme Time - Early Literacy Class
Tue, Oct 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for ages 0-23 months
Toddler Time: L is for Leaves - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Tue, Oct 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: L is for Leaves - Get your preschooler ready for kindergarten
Tue, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Barn,Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 4- and 5-year-olds
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Tue, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A place for teens to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Tue, Oct 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
Tue, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Teen Hang - The Place to be After the Bell!
Tue, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
A place for teens 12+ to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Board Game Club - Fun for all ages
Tue, Oct 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.
Ohio's Historic Haunts - Investigating the paranormal in the Buckeye State
Tue, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Discover how eerie legends and documented events intertwine as one of Ohio’s leading paranormal historians shares unforgettable experiences from inside the state's most mysterious landmarks.
Sleep Training - Expert Guidance For Parents and Caregivers
Tue, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pickerington Main - Barn
Learn ways to improve your child's sleep and discover practical, research-informed strategies for success with experts from Nationwide Children's Hospital Child Development Center.
Toddler Time: L is for Leaves - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Wed, Oct 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: L is for Leaves - Get your preschooler ready for kindergarten
Wed, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pickerington Main - Barn,Meeting Room A
Early Literacy Class for 4- and 5-year-olds
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A place for teens to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Teen Hang - The Place to be After the Bell!
Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
A place for teens 12+ to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Homework Help Center - Sycamore Plaza Library
Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Resumes 101 for Teens - Turn your Experiences into Opportunities
Wed, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Conference Room
An interactive workshop designed to help teens prepare for jobs, volunteer opportunities, internships, and more.
Canva 101 - with the Library's Technology Trainer
Wed, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Learn the basics of the popular, free online graphic design tool.
This event is full
Open Play Chess Club - Play, Learn, and Connect Over the Board
Wed, Oct 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, Oct 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
Thu, Oct 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A storytime for ages 0-23 months
Toddler Time: L is for Leaves - Interactive 6-week class for toddlers & their caregivers
Thu, Oct 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, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Teen Hang - The Place to be After the Bell!
Thu, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Learning Kitchen
A place for teens 12+ to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Teen Hang - Unwind After Class with Friends, Fun, and Free Time
Thu, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
A place for teens to relax, game, craft, and connect after school.
Homework Help Center - Pickerington Main
Thu, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
Open Monday-Thursday when the Pickerington Local School District is in session.
Crochet+ Club - All skill levels welcome!
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pickerington Main - Atrium
Join other crafty teens
Reading Buddies - Grades K-4 read one-on-one with a volunteer
Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
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.
ROX: Ruling Our eXperiences - An Empowerment Group for 7-12th Grade Girls
Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
A 20-week curriculum to empower girls to rule their experiences academically, relationally, and emotionally.
Sound Bath - With Elizabeth Wood Yoga
Thu, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pickerington Main - Pavilion
Join us for an outdoor sound meditation experience in the Discovery Pavilion! Allow the soothing sounds of crystal singing bowls and nature to support deep relaxation and inner peace.
This event is full
First Drafts Book Club - The Haar: A Horror Novel
Thu, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combustion Brewery & Taproom - 80 W Church St Suite 101, Pickerington, OH 43147
Books, Bites and Beverages!
Stories and Songs: L is for Leaves - Getting children ages 2 - 5 excited about reading!
Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Sycamore Plaza - Meeting Room
Early Literacy Class for children ages 2 - 5
Homeschool Connect - Science, art, literature, and more for grades K-5
Fri, Oct 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A
Educational & fun classes for kids in grades K-5 who learn at home. Homeschool Connect is a great way to make connections and network with other homeschool families.
Adaptive Stories and Play - Books, songs, movements, and sensory activities
Sat, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room C
An all-ages literacy class specifically adapted for children who need extra support.
Marimba Fun Workshop - with Zuva Grooves
Sat, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A,Pavilion
Find your groove playing marimba in this workshop for kids ages 6-12. Learn about this amazing instrument, play rhythm games, and learn a song we can play together.
Marimba Fun Workshop - with Zuva Grooves
Sat, Oct 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A,Pavilion
Find your groove playing marimba in this workshop for kids ages 6-12. Learn about this amazing instrument, play rhythm games, and learn a song we can play together.
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