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Boone County Public Library May calendar of events for children includes free comic book day


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.

Library Play Date (birth-5 years)
Wednesdays, May 1, 8, 15, & 22, 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 our toys.

Children’s Book Day (family)
Wednesday, May 1, 5 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Children’s Book Week with BCPL. Meet local authors, hear stories, and take home new books, while supplies last.

Stories and Stretches: A Mindfulness Storytime (3-6 years)
Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, & 23, 10 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Children and their adults practice mindfulness techniques and easy stretches as we move along with stories. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or clean towel.

Baby Wearing Dance Class (Babies & Adults)
Friday, May 3, 11 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Move and groove with your little one! Bring your baby and sling, wrap, etc. and learn some easy dance moves

Free Comic Book Day (everyone)
Saturday, May 4, All day
All branches
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day by picking up a free comic book at any BCPL location, while supplies last. Thank you to our local sponsor Comic Book World.

Superheroes! (family)
Saturday, May 4, 2 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Make your own superhero mask and test your skills! Bring your camera — Meet Captain Marvel, Spider Gwen, Black Widow, Wonder Woman, and Super Girl.

Pizza Parlor Play (2-6 years) Sunday, May 5, 2 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Little chefs knead, roll, toss, slice and serve their way through this play dough pizzeria experience. Please register.

Homeschool Sampler (1-5 grades)
Wednesday, May 8, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Emmy-nominated musician Patsy Meyer leads a cultural journey in world music using a variety of instruments from all corners of the globe. Please register.

Paw Patrol is on a Roll! (2-5 years)
Wednesday, May 8, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Chase is on the case– Celebrate your favorite Paw Patrol characters with games, crafts and snacks.

Paws to Read (grades K-5)
Saturday, May 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.

Sports Day (family)
Saturday, May 11, 1-3 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Try out a variety of sports through demos and activities with local teams like the Cincinnati Dutch Lions, Black-n-Bluegrass Roller Girls, Cincinnati Sizzle, BCHS Cheerleading Team and more! The Florence Freedom mascot, Y’all Star, will also be there!

Art Club (grades K-5)
Monday, May 13, 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 – Installation Art. Please register.

ABC Play With Me (birth – 5 years)
Tuesdays, May 14 & 28, 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.

Dog Man (grades K-5)
Tuesday May 14, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Calling all Dog Man fans–come celebrate your favorite police dog with games and crafts!

Record Breaking Slime (grades K-5)
Wednesday, May 15, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Try a recipe for stretchy homemade slime and then pitch in to set the Guiness World Record for the most people sliming an individual.

Tea Party (3-6 years)
Saturday, May 18, 2 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Come with your grown up to sip fancy teas while you listen to stories, playing games and making your own garden party hat. Please register

Kinderballet presents: Cinderella (family)
Sunday, May 19, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Watch this classic story unfold about a young girl, fairy godmother and glass slipper by the AVO School of Ballet.

Pages and Paws (grades K-5)
Sunday, May 26, 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.


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