Community Events & Activities

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The 5th Grade Celebration Dance is on Friday, January 24 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the PAC. Students are encouraged to dress in tropical Hawaiian attire. No ticket will be required. Light refreshments/cookies will be available to enjoy.

The Waynesville Elementary PTO is looking for new board members for the 2025-2026 school year. If this opportunity is of interest to you, please attend the next meeting on February 13 to ask questions and learn more. Nominations will be due by February 27, and introductions/voting will take place at the March 13 meeting. Contact WESPTOPRES659@GMAIL.COM with questions.

Did you know that Waynesville Elementary has been collecting pull-tab donations for the Dayton Ronald McDonald House? And, you can contribute too. Donations are welcome through May 9. Students and community members can recycle tabs from any container (soda, soup, pet food cans, etc.) by placing them in a ziploc bag and dropping them off to the Waynesville Elementary School Office/Attention: Mrs. Voelker (Kindergarten Teacher).

This training, established by FEMA, includes emergency management practices, small fire suppression, mass casualty triage, life threatening first aid, light search and rescue, damage assessment, etc. all available to high school seniors. A prepared community can reduce the number of victims and bring aid faster to others. Classes are a combination of practical learning and actual application such as suppressing fires, treating injuries, carrying the wounded, etc. Learners will apply these skills in a final mock disaster drill.

Here are the training dates: February 22 (part 1) and March 1 (part 2) 2025 (attendance on both Saturdays is required to complete the training). The training timeframe is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The training location is 520 Justice Drive in Lebanon.

To sign up, access: https://www.wcohcert.org/training.html. For more information, go to wcohcert.org; training- related questions can be directed to wco.dtmgftmp@gmail.com.

The Waynesville Chamber of Commerce is inviting area businesses to participate in the Waynesville Hometown Expo on Saturday, March 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Waynesville Junior High School. The event includes a 5K Run (walk, stroll, dogwalk). To learn more about the event, email office@waynesvilleohio.com or call (513) 897-8855.

To register for the 5K - https://waynesville5k.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=16248

To register as a business - https://form.jotform.com/230306441496150

This is a free community event!

The Snowfall Ball Mother-Son Dance that will take place on February 1 from 6:00 -8:00 p.m. in the Waynesville Junior High Gym. Registrations for the dance will be taken through January 27. Please complete this form and return with cash or check to the main office or your student's teacher. Checks should be made out to the WHS After Prom.

There will be crafts, light refreshments, raffle baskets, photography (with minimal fee) and a Live DJ. Questions can be directed to cmadaw@gmail.com

Toddler Time

Storytime for children 2 & 3 years and their caregiver.

Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

We will read a story or two and do a fun activity each program. These sessions involve caregivers as active participants. Caregivers are expected to stay with children during all sessions. No Registration Required.

Baby Bookworms

Storytime for children from birth to 2 years and their caregiver.

Wednesdays 10:30-11:00 am.

Enjoy great books for babies, learn fun songs and rhymes. These sessions involve caregivers as active participants. Caregivers are expected to stay with children during all sessions. No Registration Required.

Preschool Storytimes for 4 and 5 year olds, including kindergarten

Thursdays 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Children will listen to stories, learn new words, sing, dance and develop their imagination. Preschool listening skills are practiced. Caregivers are not required to stay in the room during storytime. No Registration Required.

Art class for kids

Join us on Monday, February 10 to make a heart sun catcher. Grades K-5 from 4:15 - 5:00 p.m. Required registration begins January 27. All materials will be supplied. This class is a collaboration with the Waynesville Arts Council.

What are owl pellets? Join us on Monday February 3 from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. and learn what they are and how to dissect and identify what is in them with Warren County Naturalist Shannon Pennington. For 3rd-5th graders, Registration started on Tuesday, January 21st.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover at The Mary L. Cook Public Library Friday, February 7th from 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. For ages 3 years - Grade 1. Bring your favorite stuffed animal (just one please) to the library for a sleepover! Please drop off your stuffed animal between 4:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 7th. Saturday, February 8th (between 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.) pick up your stuffed animal, and see what kind of mischief your little buddy got into at the library after dark! Required Registration started on January 21.

Be a Kid Librarian

Calling all 3rd-5th grade kids. We would love your help putting a book display together of your favorite books for other kids to enjoy! Stop by and fill out an application!

The Lorax - Interactive Movie Kits

Available beginning Monday, February 10. Pick up a movie kit at the front desk, available while supplies last. DVD’s are available for check out. Each kit has activities and snacks for four people.

Art Class for Kids

Join us on Monday, February 10 to make a heart sun catcher. Grades K-5 from 4:15-5:00 p.m. Required registration began January 27. All materials will be supplied. This class is a collaboration with the Waynesville Arts Council.

What are owl pellets? Join us on Monday, February 3 from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. and learn what they are and how to dissect and identify what is in them with Warren County Naturalist Shannon Pennington. For 3rd-5th graders, Registration began on Tuesday, January 21.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover at The Mary L. Cook Public Library Friday, February 7th from 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. for ages 3 years - Grade 1. Bring your favorite stuffed animal (just one please) to the library for a sleepover. Please drop off your stuffed animal between 4:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 7. Saturday, February 8 (between 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.) pick up your stuffed animal, and see what kind of mischief your little buddy got into at the library after dark! Required Registration began January 21.

Visit Tape Town

Bring your own car or truck to drive along our tape roads in Tape Town with many stops along the way. Stop in anytime Saturday, February 22nd from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. to zoom around Tape Town. Geared for ages 2 years - 6 years with an adult. No Registration Required.

TEENS:

Join us after school at the library for Food, Fun & Friends on Tuesdays from 3-4 p.m. in the Community Room!

For Teens in grades 6-12

Upcoming after school activities - No Registration Required

Tuesday February 4:Nintendo Switch and Board Games

Tuesday February 11: Bingo & Bookmark Craft

Tuesday February 18: Making Keychains & Bracelets

Tuesday February 25: Movie

More Teen Programs:

The 3D Printing Club will be open for teens aged 12-18. Learn the basics of 3D printing and modeling over six sessions. Meetings are every other Thursday from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. starting March 6.

Registration for 3D Printing Club starts on Monday, February 17

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons every second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 3 p.m.- 4 p.m. Create characters, role play in adventures, and discover the world of Dungeons & Dragons! No experience is required. This month's session will be February 12 and 26.