Unearth A Story
June 8 - July 18
PLSJ invites readers to dig into books to discover hidden histories and new adventures with our Unearth A Story summer reading program.
This summer, we'll take you on a journey to learn all about dinosaurs, fossils, paleontology, archaeology, and the science of
discovery, offering an enriching blend of events and reading challenges for all ages.
Children, teens, and adults will have a chance to join in on the adventures and keep track of time spent reading and attending programs for a
chance to win fantastic prizes!
The Summer Reading Program kicks off with a Dinosaur Magic Show at all branches and everyone’s favorite pop-up bookstore, the
Scholastic Book Fair at the Schiappa Branch. Stay up to date with our Events Calendar to find out about Zoo Visits, Dinosaur Character
Visits, Stories in the Stones, and other amazing programs at your local branch.
Featured Events
Scholastic Book Fair
Stop by the Schiappa Branch June 8-13 to shop for books at your favorite traveling pop-up bookstore!
June 8-11
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
June 12-13
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Zoo to You
In these 45-minute presentations, an Oglebay zoo educator introduces some of our favorite animal ambassadors from birds
and reptiles to amphibians and small mammals. Sorry, the zebra just won’t fit in the van! Seating is on a first come, first served basis.
June 15
Adena Branch at noon
Dillonvale Branch at 2:30 p.m.
June 16
Schiappa Branch at 10 a.m.
Brilliant Branch at 1 p.m.
June 16
Schiappa Branch at 10 a.m.
Brilliant Branch at 1 p.m.
June 18
Toronto Branch at 11 a.m.
Schiappa Branch at 2 p.m.
Dinosaur Character Visit
Meet the Dinosaur from the How Do Dinosaurs Say series for a fun and memorable learning experience that will never
go extinct! Seating is on a first come, first served basis.
June 23
Adena Branch at noon
Dillonvale Branch at 1:30 p.m.
Tiltonsville Branch at 4 p.m.
June 24
Schiappa Branch at 11 a.m.
Toronto Branch at 1 p.m.
June 25
Main Library at 11 a.m.
Brilliant Branch at 1 p.m.
Stories in the Stones
Stones tell all kinds of stories about the world long ago, past communities, and about the beauty around us. In our p
rogram, we will explore and look at stones that tell stories about what is under our feet. This program is presented
by Daniel Caron. One fossil will be given away at each program. Families are welcome. Register to attend.
June 23
Brilliant Branch at 5:30 p.m.
June 25
Toronto Branch at 5:30 p.m.
July 7
Schiappa Branch at 11 a.m.
Dungeons & Dragons Tournament
Adults, teens, and children can join in on the adventure!
Registration is required.
Tournament is limited to 40 people.
June 27
Schiappa Branch from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.