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LIBRARY CALENDARS
FEATURED EVENTS
Wed, Mar 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Program postponed - stay tuned for new date.

Tue, Mar 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Drexel Theatre
Trivia at the historic Drexel Theatre, what could be better? Join us for a night of fun competition, laughter, popcorn, and prizes. Topics range from history and movies to sports and special themes.

Wed, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Listen to the best and brightest musicians Capital University has to offer!

Thu, Mar 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join transportation experts from MORPC to discover how the new LinkUS Columbus project expands active transportation like walking, biking, and trails around Columbus.

Thu, Mar 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Board Room
BPL Trustees Regular Meeting

Fri, Mar 21, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Be the lifeline patients need. Give blood. Please schedule your appointment at 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org, sponsor code: Bexley.

Sat, Mar 22, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Quiet Reading Room
Writer-in-Residence Cynthia Amoah leads this personal narratives workshop where participants will develop their unique voices by reflecting on personal stories & turning them into engaging narratives.

Sat, Mar 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Learn how to play in the realms of fantasy using the "world's greatest roleplaying game." BPL staff will be on hand to teach and guide campaigns. Open to grades 6-12 and all D&D experience levels.

Sun, Mar 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Quiet Reading Room
Join curators David and Constance Terry to hear about their exhibition, The Nearest Faraway Place, which features artists from Ohio and their mentors.

Mon, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join the Ukrainian Cultural Association of Ohio to learn how to make the intricately decorated eggs known as Pysanky, traditionally created to celebrate Easter or spring. Registration required.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Kris Tann will lead this series introducing the practice of yogic chanting as a meditation technique followed by gentle vinyasa yoga movements designed to cultivate ease and health in body and mind.

Fri, Mar 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join us for a walkability audit of East Main Street. Learn about how the E. Main St. BRT Corridor will impact walkability from MORPC Mobility Coordinator Emma Strange. Meet at the library at 10:30 AM.

Sun, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Main Lobby
Join us to discuss Mrs. Dalloway, a moving and celebrated classic by Virginia Woolf that celebrates its centennial this year.

Sun, Mar 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Would you and your family bike more in Bexley if it felt easier and safer? Join Safe Routes Bexley to learn more about their recommendations for safe biking, and the city's bike boulevard plans.

Mon, Mar 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join us to explore the life and legacy of literary icon Virginia Woolf with Elizabeth Sheehan. Learn more about her life, innovative writing style, and her enduring impact on modern literature.

Thu, Apr 03, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Support the Library by joining the Friends of Bexley Public Library for their annual Spring Book Sale. Find thousands of gently-used books, movies, and music at unbeatable prices.

Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - BPL Virtual Programs
Calm your soul with Gail Spirit Sky, a Laughter Yoga instructor since 2009. Join us in this virtual session of laughter and yoga that will melt away stress and leave you feeling refreshed.

Fri, Apr 04, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Support the Library by joining the Friends of Bexley Public Library for their annual Spring Book Sale. Find thousands of gently-used books, movies, and music at unbeatable prices.

Sat, Apr 05, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Support the Library by joining the Friends of Bexley Public Library for their annual Spring Book Sale. Find thousands of gently-used books, movies, and music at unbeatable prices.

Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Tech Center Classroom
Join us to personalize your own tote bag! All materials, including the bag, fabric markers, and a variety of fun stencils for book lovers, will be provided. Registration required.
This event is full

Sun, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Support the Library by joining the Friends of Bexley Public Library for their annual Spring Book Sale. Find thousands of gently-used books, movies, and music at unbeatable prices.

Mon, Apr 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Quiet Reading Room
Spring cleaning meets creative inspiration! Celebrate Earth Day by swapping your unused craft supplies for something new. Kickstart your next creative adventure and connect with fellow crafters.

Tue, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Kris Tann will lead this series introducing the practice of yogic chanting as a meditation technique followed by gentle vinyasa yoga movements designed to cultivate ease and health in body and mind.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Tech Center Classroom
Take the next step in your genealogy research and join us to learn tips for using Ancestry Library Edition and Family Search to learn more about your ancestors.

Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Heather Holm is a pollinator conservationist and author. She will join us on Zoom with a live audience. Come learn more about the native plants that attract beneficial insects, like native bees.

Sat, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Quiet Reading Room
Learn how to play in the realms of fantasy using the "world's greatest roleplaying game." BPL staff will be on hand to teach and guide campaigns. Open to grades 6-12 and all D&D experience levels.

Sat, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join us for a screening of the Nikki Giovanni documentary Going to Mars, followed by a conversation facilitated by Casidy Campbell, Assistant Professor of African American and African Studies at OSU.

Sun, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join us for a live performance of chamber music with the Janus String Quartet, featuring musical works that just entered the public domain and a world premiere of Rocco DiPietro's 5th String Quartet.

Mon, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join us to learn more about Bexley native Cynthia Kane's new book, "The Pause Principle: How to Keep Your Cool In Tough Situations" an "essential guide for navigating communication in life and work."

Tue, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Drexel Theatre
Trivia at the historic Drexel Theatre, what could be better? Join us for a night of fun competition, laughter, popcorn, and prizes. Topics range from history and movies to sports and special themes.

Wed, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join us to celebrate the art of vinyl records! Whether you’re a seasoned collector or new to vinyl, bring your favorite albums, enjoy lively conversations, and connect with fellow enthusiasts.

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Quiet Reading Room
Celebrate Earth Day with us this April as we discuss the deeply moving and thought-provoking Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer.

Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join us to create a floral bouquet for a handmade greeting card. Instead of a formal watercolor class, Kara will offer playful exercises to create and capture the essence of a flower bouquet.
This event is full

Tue, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join us for retirement planning with Curtis Clark of The Pension & Retirement Group LLC. Individuals and small business owners will benefit from the investment strategies and vehicles he will discuss.

Wed, Apr 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Don't miss NYT best-selling author and accomplished artist Amy Stewart, as she joins us to discuss her latest book, "The Tree Collectors: Tales of Arboreal Obsession" in celebration of Arbor Day.

Thu, Apr 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Havenwood Park
Writer-in-Residence Cynthia Amoah leads this outdoor writing workshop where participants will draw inspiration from nature to enhance their writing. This program is at Havenwood Park from 5:30-7:30pm.

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Be the lifeline patients need. Give blood. Please schedule your appointment at 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org, sponsor code: Bexley.

Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join us to create an expressive floral bouquet for a handmade greeting card. Instead formal watercolor class, Kara will offer playful exercises to create and capture the essence of a flower bouquet.
This event is full

Tue, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join us for an exciting cake decorating class where you will witness the art of cake design come to life! Led by an expert cake decorator, the session will showcase many buttercream piping techniques.

Wed, Apr 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Some yards have “too much” water, while others dry out quickly. We'll explore the benefits of rain gardens and bioswales, how to put them in our yards, and how to best use rain barrels.

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 5:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Visit the dimension of imagination, an area which we call the Twilight Zone. Celebrate Twilight Zone Day with an all day marathon! Stop by the auditorium any time and transfer into another dimension.

Mon, May 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Tech Center Classroom
Register for 1-on-1 resume help with our HR Specialist. In your 20-minute time slot, you will develop a top-notch resume. Click on the event or call 614-231-2793 to reserve your spot.

Mon, May 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
NBC4 meteorologist Ben Gelber returns with his group, Friday Night Live, to perform klezmer and traditional Jewish music, sharing stories and music to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month.

Tue, May 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Help your small business succeed by attending this Small Business Startups Panel Discussion as part of In-Demand Jobs Week. Connect with small business resources and learn entrepreneurial skills.

Wed, May 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Tech Center Classroom
Register for 1-on-1 resume help with our HR Specialist. In your 20-minute time slot, you will develop a top-notch resume. Click on the event or call 614-231-2793 to reserve your spot.

Thu, May 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Writer-in-Residence Cynthia Amoah leads this youth writing workshop (grades 6-12) where young writers will explore themes of identity, self-expression, and personal growth to find their writing voice.

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Kick off Women's Health Week with Bexley's first Women's Health and Wellness Fair! This is an opportunity for women to empower themselves with knowledge and prioritize their own wellbeing.

Sun, May 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Quiet Reading Room
Join us this Mother's Day to discuss the moving coming-of-age novel The Mothers by Brit Bennett.

Sun, May 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Learn more about Geri Joseph, the ambitious daughter of Russian-Jewish immigrants who became a journalist, activist, and philanthropist, and one of the first female Jewish ambassadors in US history.

Mon, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join Marty Ross-Dolen, in conversation with Lee Martin, for the launch of her memoir, Always There, Always Gone, a mother-daughter story of multigenerational trauma, grief, discovery, and love.

Wed, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join us to explore the meaning and value of native plants in our gardens and yards. Josh will describe the native plant movement and include specific ways you can use them in your own landscape.

Thu, May 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Board Room
BPL Trustees Regular Meeting

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Quiet Reading Room
Be the lifeline patients need. Give blood. Please schedule your appointment at 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org, sponsor code: Bexley.

Fri, May 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
BPL Parking Lot
Celebrate Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Stop by the Bexley Public Library's parking lot for food trucks, cultural celebrations, art, and more. Hosted in partnership with BMPA & Bexley DEI.

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Calling all Outlander fans! Join us for a morning filled with Outlander activities: a bookmark craft, trivia, coloring pages, discussion, and more! Registration preferred.

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join local artist, Derrick Coles, as he leads this community event for all ages at the Bexley Library! He will guide you through the creative process of creating a large community collage.

Sun, May 18, 1:15pm - 4:45pm
Bexley Public Library - Quiet Reading Room
Join us for a poetry marathon with Mimi Chenfeld, Fred Andrle, and friends! Enjoy an afternoon of poetry from some of Columbus's most revered and celebrated poets. Check back later for full lineup.

Mon, May 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join us for a conversation with scholar Judson L. Jeffries, Professor of African American & African Studies at OSU, looking back on the legacy of Malcolm X's life and activism on his 100th birthday.

Tue, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Drexel Theatre
Trivia at the historic Drexel Theatre, what could be better? Join us for a night of fun competition, laughter, popcorn, and prizes. Topics range from history and movies to sports and special themes.

Wed, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Tech Center Classroom
Join BPL's Technology Librarian to dive into the world of artificial intelligence and how it can work for you. We'll try to harness AI to help apply for jobs, creative inspiration, and just plain fun!

Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Follow along with an episode of The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross. Come ready to paint happy trees in a fun and relaxed environment. Supplies will be provided. Registration opens 5/1 and is required.
Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 10:00am

Sat, May 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Learn how to play in the realms of fantasy using the "world's greatest roleplaying game." BPL staff will be on hand to teach and guide campaigns. Open to grades 6-12 and all D&D experience levels.

Thu, May 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Bexley Public Library - Bexley Library Auditorium
Join author Michelle Young for the launch of The Art Spy, a riveting saga set in Paris during WWII. Michelle will be in conversation with Nannette Maciejunes, ED Emerita of the Columbus Museum of Art.