The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of May. A list of scheduled events for teens and children is included here. A separate list of events for adults is published separately.
Teen Cafe (M/H)
Wednesdays, 3:15-4:45 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Drop in for gaming, snacks & more!
Library Play Date (ages 2-5)
Tuesdays, May 1, 8, 15, and 22, 10 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Drop in for play and social time with other parents and caregivers while your child explores.
Library Play Date (ages 2-5)
Wednesdays, May 2, 9, 16, and 23, 10 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Drop in for play and social time with other parents and caregivers while your child explores.
Superhero Spectacular! (grades 3-5)
Tuesday, May 1, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Do you have what it takes to be a superhero? Test your abilities with our virtual reality software, superhero-themed crafts, games, and activities! Please register.
Young Boone County Meeting (high school)
Tuesday, May 1, 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.
Stories and Stretches: A Mindfulness Storytime (ages 3-6)
Thursday, May 3, 10 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Children and their adults will practice mindfulness and easy stretches as we move along with stories. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or clean towel. Please register.
Candy Casino (M/H)
Thursday, May 3, 6:30 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Step up to the poker table and drop all your M&Ms on a full house or try your luck at Blackjack – but hold on to your Twizzlers!
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Presents Rapunzel (family)
Friday, May 4, 7 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Can a local boy’s friendship finally give Rapunzel the courage to be free from her tower?
Free Comic Book Day (all ages)
Saturday, May 5, open hours
All BCPL locations
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day by picking up a free comic book at any BCPL location, while supplies last. Thanks to our local sponsor, Comic Book World.
Give Back! (M/H)
Monday, May 7, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Help out your community while earning service hours. This time create bumble bands to help save the bee population. Please register
Play and Learn (ages birth-5)
Tuesday, May 8, 10 a.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Play & Learn groups provide children opportunities to learn and explore through play. Parents and caregivers join in the fun by participating in activities that promote healthy development and learning.
Teen Tech Tuesday: Virtual Reality (middle and high school)
Tuesday, May 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Explore video game design with Scratch and the library’s Makey Makeys.
Kids in the Kitchen (grades K-2)
Friday, May 11, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Calling all junior chefs! Create some delicious treats with friends. Make Fruity Pebbles parfaits, bagel pizzas, and cookie bowl ice cream sundaes! All recipes will be nut free.
PAWS to Read (grades K-5)
Saturday, May 12, 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.
Art Club (grades K-5)
Monday, May 14, 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.
Chocolate! (M/H)
Tuesday, May 15, 4:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Taste different kinds of chocolates and make chocolate treats to take home with the Boone County Extension Office.
Homeschool Sampler (grades 1-5)
Wednesday, May 16, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Celebrate the end of the school year with a performance by Heart and Sole Skippers. Please register.
Wednesday, May 16, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Work as a team to solve a puzzle and escape the abandoned library.
May the Force Be with You (all ages)
Saturday, May 19, 2-4 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Celebrate the new Star Wars movie with other fans. Adults – win prizes as you put your Star Wars knowledge to the test. Kids – Build your own lightsaber, save Han Solo, and feed Jabba the Hut.
Kinderballet Presents Peter Pan! A Journey to Neverland (family)
Sunday, May 20, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning! Travel to Neverland with Peter and friends in this adaptation of J.M. Barrie’s beloved tale.
Little Gardeners’ Workshop (ages 3-6)
Monday, May 21, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Decorate your own pot, plant a seed, and learn about bugs, birds and more!
Read it First! YA Review Team (middle and high school)
Monday, May 21, 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 With a Teen Training: Part 1 (grades 8-12)
Tuesday, May 22, 6-8 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Part 1 of mandatory training for teens interested in volunteering for Read With a Teen. Application due May 22. Please register.
Read With a Teen Training: Part 1 (grades 8-12)
Saturday, May 26, 10 a.m.-noon
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Part 1 of mandatory training for teens interested in volunteering for Read With a Teen. Application due May 22. Please register.
Teen Night (middle and high school)
Friday, May 25, 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!
Pages and Paws (grades K-5)
Sunday, May 27, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Practice reading to a certified therapy dog and have a barking good time! Call 342-BOOK to schedule your 15-minute time slot.
Read With a Teen Training: Part 2 (grades 8-12)
Tuesday, May 29, 6-8 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Part 2 of mandatory training for teens interested in volunteering for Read With a Teen. Please register.
Read With a Teen Training: Part 2 (grades 8-12)
Friday, June 1, 6-8 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Part 2 of mandatory training for teens interested in volunteering for Read With a Teen. Please register.
