The outline of a person reading a book, surounded by floating green umbrellas. Text reads Cover to Cover
Cover to Cover: 2024 Reading Challenge
Adults and Teens in Tuscarawas County are encouraged to participate in the County Library’s Cover to Cover Reading Challenge. Participants are challenged to read 20 different books from specific genres throughout 2024. Those who complete the challenge will receive a free umbrella inscribed with the words “I’d Rather Be Reading.”

Interested participants can download the Beanstack Tracker app on any smartphone or tablet or visit tusclibrary.beanstack.org on the web. A paper version of the challenge will also be offered in the latest edition of Between the Lines – the library programming newsletter is delivered by mail to homes within the Library’s service district in Tuscarawas County.

Fri, Oct 13, 2023 -- Main - Five Nights at Freddy's Lock-In (Teens) at 6:00 PM

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(Grades 6-12)
In honor of the new movie, put your bravery to the test as we play Five Nights at Freddy in person. Each person will get the chance to play as the security guard while everyone else plays as Freddy Fazbear and his frightening friends. A signed permission slip will be required for this event.
Limit: 16



Location: Teen Space

Sat, Oct 14, 2023 -- Main - Banned Books Club (Adults) at 11:00 AM

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Meets on select Saturdays at 11:00 AM
Book banning and challenges are on the rise. Read (or re-read) titles that have been challenged then come together to discuss the concerns raised about the book, consider what the author wished to convey, and talk about what the book may offer readers. Coffee and a breakfast treat will be provided. 

Sat, Oct 14, 2023 -- POSTPONED Main - Library Quest at 2:00 PM

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The fundraiser is postponed due to inclement weather. Future date TBD.

Embark on a Library Quest a Friends of the Library - NP Fundraiser. Tickets are $15 each. 

Use your knowledge to solve clues on a journey around downtown New Philadelphia. Complete the quest to be entered into the prize drawings.



Location: Meeting Room B

Sun, Oct 15, 2023 -- Mobile - Art on the Alley (Family) at 11:00 AM

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Join us on the library's front lawn for crafts, music, games, and more. Come dressed in your favorite costume to participate in trick-or-treat. 



Location: Main Library