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BCPL March events for kids and teens include Children’s Theatre ‘The Cat in the Hat,’ much more


The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of March. A list of scheduled events for teens and children is included here. A separate list of events for adults is published separately.

Tiny Tots (18 months to 2-1/2 years)
Mondays, 10 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
On-the-floor, interactive fun that encourages a love of books and begins to build six pre-reading skills through books, finger plays, songs and playtime.

Toddler Tales (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 years)
Mondays, 11 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Young library users, with the active participation of their adults, have fun developing pre-reading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

Toddler Tales (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 years)
Tuesdays, 10 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Young library users, with the active participation of their adults, have fun developing pre-reading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

Family Time (birth to 5+ years)
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Young library users, with the active participation of their adults, have fun developing pre-reading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

Bookworms (3-1/2 to 5+ years)
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Young library users, with the active participation of their adults, have fun developing pre-reading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

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)
On-the-floor, interactive fun that encourages a love of books and begins to build six pre-reading skills through books, finger plays, songs and playtime.

Family Time (birth to 5+ years)
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Young library users, with the active participation of their adults, have fun developing pre-reading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

Toddler Tales (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 years)
Wednesdays, 11 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Young library users, with the active participation of their adults, have fun developing pre-reading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

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)
Young library users, with the active participation of their adults, have fun developing pre-reading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

Tiny Tots (18 months to 2-1/2 years)
Thursdays, 11 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
On-the-floor, interactive fun that encourages a love of books and begins to build six pre-reading skills through books, finger plays, songs and playtime.

Bookworms (3-1/2 to 5+ years)
Thursdays, 1 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Young library users, with the active participation of their adults, have fun developing pre-reading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

Stories with Art (3 to 6 years)
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Children and adults will tickle their senses as they explore colors, shapes, and textures with stories, paint and other mediums. Artists should dress for the mess.

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)
On-the-floor, interactive fun that encourages a love of books and begins to build six pre-reading skills through books, finger plays, songs and playtime.

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)
On-the-floor, interactive fun that encourages a love of books and begins to build six pre-reading skills through books, finger plays, songs and playtime.

Toddler Tales (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 years)
Fridays, 11 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Young library users, with the active participation of their adults, have fun developing pre-reading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

Family Time (birth to 5+ years)
Saturdays, 1 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Young library users, with the active participation of their adults, have fun developing pre-reading skills through stories, songs, rhymes and activities.

Young Boone County Meeting (high school)
Tuesday, March 6, 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, March 7, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Meet two live owls from RAPTOR Inc. and dissect owl pel¬lets. Bones, fur, feathers…what will you discover? Please register.

Homeschool Hangout (middle and high school)
Wednesday, March 7, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Explore electronics with LittleBits and create a light up sign or greeting card with paper circuits.

Mythical Creatures (grades K-2)
Thursday, March 8, 6:30 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Make a unicorn puppet, turn yourself into a fire-breathing dragon, and create mermaid slime. Please register.

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati presents: The Cat in the Hat (family)
Friday, March 9, 7 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Everyone’s favorite mischievous cat comes to life in this theatrical adaptation of the Dr. Seuss classic. With the trickiest of tricks and the craziest of ideas, he is certainly loads of fun. He turns a rainy afternoon into an amazing adventure!

Early Childhood Festival (family)
Saturday, March 10, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
40+ vendors with activities for children and information on classes and services for little ones including preschools, music classes, sports, birthday parties, etc. as well as organizations in our county that support early childhood development.

Stories and Stretches: A Mindfulness Storytime (ages 3-6)
Sunday, March 11, 2 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Kids and their parents use easy stretches and mindfulness techniques to promote focus and self-control. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or clean towel.

Art Club (grades K-5)
Monday, March 12, 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 –Mosaics. Please register.

Read with a Teen (grades 1-3)
Tuesday, March 13, 6-7:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Partner with a teen to enhance your reading skills. Call the Scheben Branch to reserve your 30-minute time slot.

Teen Tech Tuesday: LittleBits (M/H)
Tuesday, March 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Create your own inventions with LittleBits!

Lego Mania (family)
Saturday, March 17, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Unleash your inner engineer and build some amazing creations. We provide the Legos and the Duplos; you supply the imagination!

Preschool Escape the Library: Storybook Edition (ages 3-6)
Saturday, March 17, 3 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Solve puzzles and complete tasks to help return characters like Red Riding Hood, Pigeon, and Paddington to their books! Please register.

Easter Egg Hunt (family)
Sunday, March 18, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Meet the Easter Bunny, hunt for eggs, and create an Easter craft. Sure to be a hopping good time!

Read it First! YA Review Team (Middle and High school)
Monday, March 19, 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.

Family STEM Night (family)
Thursday, March 22, 6:30 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Parents and children will learn together as they explore different hands-on STEM stations including a visit from Dr. Ryle of the BB&T Observatory

Raptor Wonders (family)
Friday, March 23, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Meet live owls and hawks as Dr. Tom Sproat of BOISE Inc. uncovers the mysteries of local raptor species.

Renaissance Faire (all ages)
Saturday, March 24, noon-3 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Step back in time with games, crafts, performances and more! Joust a friend, meet a dragon and trade like a Viking. Join the costumed parade at noon for the chance to win best dressed. Battaglia Deli will be offering a special faire menu for sale, including fudge, soft pretzels, and pickles.

Crazy for Kites (grades 3-5)
Monday, March 26, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn about the science of kites by designing and engineering your own! Please register.

Pokémon (grades K-8)
Monday, March 26, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Gotta catch ‘em all! Bring your own deck or DS; or play with our training deck. No trading. English cards only. Please register.

Harry Potter Escape Room (M/H)
Tuesday, March 27, 6:30-8 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Work together to find clues, complete perplexing puzzles, and solve the mystery to get out of the Harry Potter-themed escape room! Feel free to come in costume. Please register.

Hedgehog Hoopla (ages 3-6)
Wednesday, March 28, 1 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Hedgehogs may be prickly, but they’re also lots of fun! Learn about this adorable animal and make a soft hedgie to take home.

Teen Night (middle and high school)
Friday, March 30, 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!


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