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Hats, Horses, & History

and the Little Brown Jug with Jay Wolf

2025-04-17 17:00:00 2025-04-17 18:30:00 America/New_York Hats, Horses, & History In preparation for the FOL "Night at the Races" gala, craft your own fancy hat while learning about the history of our local Little Brown Jug harness race! Supplies provided. Registration required. Liberty Branch Library - Liberty Community Room A, Liberty Community Room B

Thursday, April 17
5:00pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-17 17:00:00 2025-04-17 18:30:00 America/New_York Hats, Horses, & History In preparation for the FOL "Night at the Races" gala, craft your own fancy hat while learning about the history of our local Little Brown Jug harness race! Supplies provided. Registration required. Liberty Branch Library - Liberty Community Room A, Liberty Community Room B

Liberty Branch Library

Liberty Community Room A, Liberty Community Room B

In preparation for the FOL "Night at the Races" gala, craft your own fancy hat while learning about the history of our local Little Brown Jug harness race! Supplies provided. Registration required.

Ready to get dressed up for the Friends of the Delaware County District Library Night at the Races Gala fundraiser? Don't forget to make your own Derby hat! Join us at the Liberty Branch for a fun evening of crafting and fashion fun to prepare for the Gala! Bring your own hat or use one of ours, and decorate it with the provided materials. You may also bring any specific decorations you prefer.

During the crafting session, Jay Wolf, Public Relations Director for the Little Brown Jug, will present a brief history of Delaware's own premier harness race. The founding of the Jug, which actually set its roots more than 80 years ago, is as unique as it is interesting. The Little Brown Jug, the premier pacing classic for 3-year-olds, provides a fascinating chapter in the more-than-a-century-old history of harness racing and the standardbred sport.

four ladies wearing brightly colored and flamboyant Derby hats

Friends of the Library logo   The Little Brown Jug logo

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Local History & Genealogy | Community Event | Arts & Crafts |

Liberty Branch Library

askliberty@delawarelibrary.org
Phone: 740-513-4557
Branch manager
Sara Arango

Hours
Mon, Jul 07 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 08 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 09 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 10 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jul 11 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 12 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 13 Closed

About the branch

The newest branch in the Delaware County District Library system, the Liberty Branch Library opened Monday, March 27, 2023 to serve the greater Powell and Liberty Township community. Located just west of Liberty High School in the Olentangy School District, the branch boasts 42,000 square feet on three levels to meet the needs of all residents.

DCDL welcomes all people to our programs and events. If you require ASL interpretation or other reasonable accommodations, please contact us at pr@delawarelibrary.org.

Upcoming events

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Liberty Community Room A,Liberty Community Room B
Jump, hop, and skip to this fun-filled event for young children (0-6) and their families. Come ready to laugh, explore, and experience the joy of learning through play!

Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Liberty Children's Programming Room,Liberty Community Room A,Liberty Community Room B
Kids will have fun learning while caregivers learn ways to help their children get ready to read!

Sat, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Liberty Children's Programming Room,Liberty Community Room A,Liberty Community Room B,Liberty Learning Stairs
Experience the vibrant fusion of Australian music, culture, art, science, and comedy at this high-energy event! Featuring exotic didgeridoos, it’s fun for all ages!

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Liberty Community Room A,Liberty Community Room B
A sustainable cooking program where participants plant a small herb in a biodegradable pot to take home, then learn how to use those herbs in a simple dish. Ages 6 and older.

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Liberty Children's Programming Room
Kids will have fun learning while caregivers learn ways to help children get ready for Kindergarten!

Tue, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Community Room A,Liberty Community Room B
Make your own paint-pour canvas art! Pour, tilt, mix, and pour some more. Supplies provided. Registration required.
This event is full

Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Liberty Children's Programming Room
Caregivers are guided through interactive rhymes, songs, and stories with their little ones!

Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Liberty Children's Programming Room,Liberty Community Room B
Kids will have fun learning while caregivers learn ways to help their children get ready to read!

Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Liberty Children's Programming Room,Liberty Community Room A,Liberty Community Room B
Kids will have fun learning while caregivers learn ways to help their children get ready to read!

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Liberty Community Room A,Liberty Community Room B
Race to complete a puzzle in the fastest time! Teams will have 2 hours to complete the puzzle, and claim the prize. Registration required for each person.
This event is full