Strasburg library to welcome OSU’s Titanium Bug Zoo

Interactive program Oct. 7 lets kids learn and engage with live insects

The event will feature an interactive hour of learning and engaging with insects from OSU’s Bug Zoo.

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Published September 27, 2025 - 4:35 a.m.

The Tuscarawas County Public Library System will host Ohio State University’s Titanium Bug Zoo for the first time at its Strasburg Branch Tuesday, Oct. 7, at 5 p.m.

The event will feature an interactive hour of learning and engaging with insects from OSU’s Bug Zoo.

“We’ve had several kids who are highly interested in this program, so I am looking forward to seeing their excitement when they get to interact with the bugs,” said Emily Crilley, Strasburg Branch supervisor.

Attendance is free, but registration is required. To sign up, call 330-878-5711 or visit the online event calendar at tusclibrary.org.

The Strasburg Branch is at 356 Fifth St. SW in Strasburg.

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