The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of October. A list of scheduled events for teens and children is included here. A separate list of events for adults will be posted separately.
Tiny Tots (18 months to 2-1/2 years)
Mondays, 10 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Toddler Tales (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 years)
Mondays, 11 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Toddler Tales (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 years)
Tuesdays, 10 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Family Time (birth to 5+ years)
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Bookworms (3-1/2 to 5+ years)
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Stories with Art (3 to 6 years)
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Baby Time (birth to 18 months)
Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Tiny Tots (18 months to 2-1/2 years)
Wednesdays, 10 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Family Time (birth to 5+ years)
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Toddler Tales (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 years)
Wednesdays, 11 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Teen Cafe (middle and high school)
Wednesdays, 3:15-4:45 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Drop in for gaming, snacks & more!
Teen Cafe (middle and high school)
Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Drop in for gaming, snacks & more!
Bookworms (3-1/2 to 5+ years)
Thursdays, 10 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Tiny Tots (18 months to 2-1/2 years)
Thursdays, 11 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Bookworms (3-1/2 to 5+ years)
Thursdays, 1 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Stories with Art (3 to 6 years)
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Baby Time (birth to 18 months)
Fridays, 9:30 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Sensory Storytime (all ages)
Fridays, 10 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
A storytime designed for children with sensory sensitivities.
Spanish Storytime Tiempo de Cuentos (birth to 5+ years)
Fridays, 10:30 a.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Tiny Tots (18 months to 2-1/2 years)
Fridays, 11 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Fridays, 11 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Family Time (birth to 5+ years)
Saturdays, 1 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra in Your Neighborhood (all ages)
Tuesday, October 3, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Meet the musicians and enjoy the musical stylings of the CSO’s string quartet.
Young Boone County Meeting (high school)
Tuesday, October 3, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Meet with other teens and help plan events that give back to your community.
Homeschool Sampler (grades 1-5)
Wednesday, October 4, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Meet author Leland James and discuss poetry with other homeschool families. Mr. James will read from his new book, Longberry’s Leap, the story-poem of a young girl’s adventure into the world of imagination. Registration encouraged.
Homeschool Hangout (middle and high school)
Wednesday, October 4, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Meet author Leland James and discuss poetry with other homeschool families. Mr. James will read from his new book, Longberry’s Leap, the story-poem of a young girl’s adventure into the world of imagination. Registration encouraged.
Pumpkin Science (grades K-2)
Friday, October 6, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Carve pumpkins and perform an “oozing pumpkin” experiment, search through pumpkin guts for a scavenger hunt, make pumpkin slime, and eat a yummy snack. Registration encouraged.
Ghost Hunting (Middle and High School)
Friday, October 6, 6-7:30 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join us after-hours to hear local stories and have hands-on experience with ghost hunting tools. Registration required.
ACT Prep (High School)
Sunday, October 8, 2-4 p.m.
Don’t test stressed! Learn study skills, math principles, reading and writing strategies with professional tutors from Club Z.
Art Club (grades K-5)
Monday, October 9, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Do you love all things art? Join us the second Monday of each month. This time – Masquerade Masks. Registration encouraged.
Read With a Teen (grades 1-3)
Tuesdays, October 10, 6-7:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Partner with a teen to enhance Scheben Branch to reserve encouraged.
Cincinnati Museum Center Presents Bats! (grades 1-8)
Tuesday, October 10, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Things get batty as the native Big Brown Bat visits the library. Learn about these often misunderstood animals.
Escape the Library! (grades 3-5)
Wednesday, October 11, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Think you’re clever? See if you can solve the puzzles to escape the room before disaster strikes! Registration required.
PAWS to Read (grades K-5)
Saturday, October 14, 11 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Reading doesn’t have to be ruff! Practice your reading with a certified therapy dog. Call 342-BOOK to schedule your 15-minute time slot.
Animal Tales presents Creepy Critters (family)
Monday, October 16, 2 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Get hands-on with some not-so-cuddly and icky creatures…if you dare.
Spooky Science (ages 3-6)
Monday, October 16, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Halloween is almost here! Experiment with jumping bats, expanding ghosts, skeleton match up and more.
Read it First! YA Review Team (middle and high school)
Monday, October 16, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Read new books before they hit the shelves. Publishers and authors will receive your reviews.
Read for the Record (ages birth-5)
Thursday, October 19
All locations
Help us break the record and be one of over 2 million people nationwide reading Quackers by Liz Wong. You could even meet some special guests from the government.
DIY: Juggling 101 (Middle and High School)
Thursday, October 19, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn some juggling techniques and create your own balls to take home.
A Hogwarts Halloween (grades 3-8)
Friday, October 20, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join other witches and wizards for some magical fun. Create wands, drop your name in the Goblet of Fire, buy candy at Honeydukes, and more wizarding fun. Costumes encouraged! Registration required.
Sensory Playtime (all ages)
Saturday, October 21, 10 a.m.-Noon
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Enjoy playtime specially designed for children with sensory sensitivities. Call Karen Harden at 342-2665 ext. 8143 for more information.
Dr. Insecta (family)
Saturday, October 21, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Laugh, think, and squirm as you interact with some incredible insects!
Lego Mania (family)
Saturday, October 22, 2 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Let your imagination run wild! We provide the Legos and Duplos. Registration encouraged.
Pokémon (grades K-12)
Monday, October 23, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Gotta catch ‘em all! Bring your own deck or DS; no trading. English cards only. Registration encouraged.
Halloween Spooktacular (family)
Halloween fun for all ages – spooky stories and ghostly games. Don’t forget to wear your costume!
Monday, October 23, 6:30 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Wednesday, October 25, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Thursday, October 26, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Sunday, October 29, 2 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Anime and Manga Club (middle and high school)
Tuesday, October 24, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join other otakus for movies, snacks, and kawaii crafts.
Teen Night (middle and high school)
Friday, October 27, 6-8 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Want to hang out after the Library closes? Now is your chance. Pizza, games, and more!
Saturday, October 28, 2-3 p.m. and 3-4 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
See live sharks up close and personal with the Aquarium’s traveling shark tank.
Pages and Paws (grades K-5)
Sunday, October 29, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Read to one of the library’s therapy dogs. Call the Main Library to schedule your 15-minute time slot.
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