The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of April. A list of scheduled events for teens and children is included here. A separate list of events for adults is published separately.
Teen Gaming (middle and high School)
Mondays, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stop by the Teen Scene to play video games! Snacks will be provided.
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 Writers Group (middle and high school)
Monday, April 1, 7 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Experiment with different writing styles and get feedback from your peers.
3D Printer Showcase (middle and high school)
Tuesday, April 2
Main Library, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Discover what the 3D printing clubs around the county have been creating! Cheer on these middle school students as they race to the finish line.
Young Boone County (high school)
Tuesday, April 2, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Earn service hours with this month’s project – Cards for Children’s Hospital.
Homeschool Hangout (middle and high school)
Wednesday, April 3, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Work together with other homeschooled teens to break out of this mystery escape room.
Read it First! (middle and high school)
Monday, April 15, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Read and take home new books before they hit shelves. Earn service hours for writing reviews.
Pretzel Party (middle and high school)
Tuesday, April 16, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Experiment with savory and sweet pretzel treats and make a twisty craft to take home.
Teen Night (middle and high school)
Friday, April 26, 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!
CHILDRENS PROGRAMS
Laughin’ Legos (grades K-5)
Monday, April 1, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Celebrate April Fool’s Day with jokes, riddles, and a “try not to laugh” challenge with your loony Lego creation! Please register.
Pokémon (grades K-5)
Tuesday, April 2, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Gotta catch ‘em all! Bring cards and play with expert direction from a Pokémon Master. Please register.
Homeschool Sampler (1-5 grades)
Wednesday, April 3, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Dive into Photosynthesis with the Boone County Arboretum on Wheels. Please register.
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park presents: Five Little Monkeys (family)
Saturday, April 6, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Mayhem ensues in this zany play as five silly simian siblings insist on doing things their own way.
Hoppy Easter Party (family)
Sunday, April 7, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Meet the Easter Bunny, hunt for eggs, play games and make Easter crafts. A hopping good time! Please register.
Art Club (grades K-5)
Monday, April 8, 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 – graffiti. Please register.
ABC Play With Me (birth – 5 years)
Tuesdays, April 9 & 23, 10-11:30 a.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Children and parents learn and explore through play by participating in activities that promote healthy development and learning.
Read with a Teen (grades 1-3)
Tuesdays, April 9 & 23, 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 or visit the Scheben Branch to reserve your 30-minute time slot.
Game on! (grades 3-8)
Wednesday, April 10, 2-4 p.m.
Chapin Memorial Library, 6517 Market St., Petersburg, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Get your game on in our video game truck and experience virtual reality. Please register.
Sound Science (grades 3-5)
Wednesday, April 10, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Music to our ears…discover the physics of sound with CINSAM of NKU. See demonstrations and make a set of speakers.
WildEarth at the Library (grades K-5)
Thursday, April 11, 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Tune into SafariLIVE in Africa. Watch real animals while you learn more about them. Ask questions in real time! Please note: this is a live safari and shows real animals. The live feed may contain unpredictable wild behavior.
Paws to Read (grades K-5)
Saturday, April 11, 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. Please register for your preferred time slot.
Happy Birthday Shirley Temple (grades K-2)
Wednesday, April 17, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Celebrate Shirley Temple with games and snacks, and learn a few tap dancing moves. Please register.
Dances of India (all ages)
Saturday, April 27, 2 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Experience the beauty and artistry of the traditional and innovative dances performed by the Cultural Centre of India.
Artsmart! (K-5 grades)
Saturday, April 27, 2 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn more about an artist and create in their art style. This month – Mary Blair. Please register.
Spring Festival (family)
Saturday, April 27, 2-4 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Celebrate the arrival of spring with Idlewild Butterfly Farm, juggling with My Nose Turns Red Youth Circus, crafts and refreshments.
Children’s Day / Book Day (family)
Sunday, April 28, 1-3 p.m.
Florence Mall, 2028 Mall Road, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Hey Y’all- it’s Children’s Day and we want to celebrate ALL children, no matter the language or cultural background. Make new friends while you enjoy free family activities: games, crafts, costumed characters, and books while supplies last.
Pages and Paws (grades K-5)
Sunday, April 28, 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.
Derby Day (2-5 years)
Sunday, April 28, 2 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
And we’re off- to have some fun! Celebrate the run for the roses by decorating hats, making a treat, and see which horse will come in first! Please register.
STORYTIMES
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.
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.
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.
Family Time (birth to 5+ years)
Fridays, 9:30 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.
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.
Sensory Storytime (birth to 5+ years)
Fridays, 1 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
A storytime designed for children with sensory sensitivities.
