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BCPL November calendar of events for teens, kids includes Cincy Zoo Wings of Wonder, much more


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

TEEN PROGRAMS
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!

ACT Prep (high school)
Saturday, November 2, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Club Z! Tutoring will provide an overview of strategies to prepare students for taking the ACT. Please register.

ACT Practice Test (high school)
Saturday, November 2, 2:30-5:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Club Z! Tutoring will administer a free ACT practice test. Participants will need to bring a calculator and pencils. Please register.

Boone Innovation Lab: Harry Potter! (middle and high school)
Sunday, November 3, 4:30 p.m.
Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Road, Hebron 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Celebrate National Author Day and National Novel Writing Month by creating a tote bag with a quote from your favorite author using markers and the Cricut EasyPress. Please register

 

Teen Writers Group (middle and high school)
Monday, November 4, 6 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Experiment with different writing styles and get feedback from your peers.

NaNoWriMo Write-In (middle and high school)
Tuesday, November 5 & 19, 4:30 p.m.
Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Road, Hebron 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Set your word count goal, share your story idea, and write, write, write! Snacks provided.

Young Boone County (high school)
Tuesday, November 5, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Earn service hours with this month’s project – – Red Ribbon Week.

Homeschool Hangout (middle and high school)
Wednesday, November 6, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Take apart old toys and put them back together to create frankentoys and stuffed animal taxidermy! Please register.

Book2Film Book Club (high school)
Wednesday, November 6, 4:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Which was better, the book or the movie? This month we’ll discuss To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before. Please register.

Dungeons & Dragons (middle and high school)
Thursday, November 14, 5:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Embark on a new adventure! New and experienced players are both welcome as we play D&D5e. Don’t know how to make a character? Never fear, we have plenty of characters ready for you to try out! Snacks will be provided. If you would like to be a dungeon or game master, please contact D at dpina@bcpl.org.

FAFSA Help (high school and adults)
Saturday, November 16, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Drop in to receive direct help in completing each section of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application. Please come prepared with the documents you will need to fill out the forms.

Read it First! (middle and high school)
Monday, November 18, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Read and take home new books before they hit the shelves. Earn service hours for writing reviews.

Will it Waffle? (middle and high school)
Tuesday, November 19, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Have you ever wondered if you could waffle a pizza? Or perhaps make waffles out of spaghetti? We will answer these age old questions and more as we waffle random foods to see – will it waffle?

Teen Night (middle and high school)
Friday, November 29, 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

Day of the Dead (family)
Saturday, November 2, 2 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Experience Dia de los Muertos by viewing traditional altars and creating crafts to celebrate this Mexican holiday. School-age children can participate in a special workshop with Jack and Ellen Steele creating sugar skull inspired art.

Boone Innovation Lab: Tote Quotes!
Sunday, November 3,
Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Road, Hebron 859-342-BOOK (2665)
1:30-2:30 p.m. Beginner (grades 2-3)
3-4 p.m. Beginner (grades 4-5)
4:30-5:30 p.m. Intermediate (grades 6-12)
Celebrate National Author Day and National Novel Writing Month by creating a tote bag with a quote from your favorite author using markers and the Cricut EasyPress. Please register.

Freeze Fest (family)
Sunday, November 3, 2 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
You are invited to a festival of frozen fun! Make sparkling decorations, test your snowball throwing skills, and FREEZE dance!

Homeschool Sampler (grades 1-5)
Wednesday, November 6, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn about robotics. Get hands on with our Spheros, Ozobots, and more! Please register.

Cincinnati Zoo: Wings of Wonder (family)
Wednesday, November 6, 6:30 p.m.
Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Road, Hebron 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Experience a bird’s eye view of the world with the Cincinnati Zoo. Discover how these birds live everyday life in the wild and play an important role in our ecosystems. Please register.

Read for the Record (family)
Thursday, November 7, All Day.
All Locations.
Read the book Thank You, Omu! on the same day as millions of other readers. Sponsored by Jumpstart.

Sensory Stories and Play (family)
Friday, November 8, 10 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Gentle stories, songs, and rhymes for families with children who have sensory sensitivities.

Paws to Read (grades K-5)
Saturday, November 9, 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.

Snow Sisters Celebration (family)
Sunday, November 10, 2 p.m.
Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Road, Hebron 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Enjoy an icy celebration hosted by Norway’s famous Snow Sisters. Hear a story from this royal duo, take photos, and enjoy Frozen-inspired crafts and activities.

Art Club (grades K-5)
Monday, November 11, 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, November 12 & 26, 10-11:30 a.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn and explore through play by participating in activities that promote healthy development and learning.

Read with a Teen (grades K-3)
Tuesday, November 12, 6-7:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
For emergent readers in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Partner with a teen to enhance your reading skills. Call the Scheben Branch to reserve your 30-minute time slot.

Dinovember (3-5 years)
Tuesday, November 12, 6 p.m.
Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Road, Hebron 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Act like an archaeologist for an evening of prehistoric fun. Fossil digs, dinosaur games, sticky mud, and more!

Pokemon Game Night (grades K-5)
Tuesday, November 12, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Bring your cards or DS to battle players of all levels. No trading please. Library deck available.

Unicorns & Rainbows (family)
Wednesday, November 13, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Celebrate all things sparkly and majestic with colorful crafts, magical games, and more.

Serious O’ Sillies: Juggling Up the Ladder (family)
Sunday, November 17, 2 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
You can juggle more than you think! Learn the step by step concepts of juggling through this interactive presentation from Juggler Paul!

Frozen Fun! (grades K-4)
Monday, November 18, 6:30 pm.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Cool fun based on your favorite ice princess and snowman. Enjoy ice painting, a snowman craft, and games. Please register.

Do You Want to Build a Snowman? (3-6 years)
Wednesday, November 20, 6:30 pm
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn and explore with STEAM activities inspired by Frozen. Build a snowman, discover your ice powers, and make a yummy frozen treat! Please register.

Artsmart: Cave Art (grades K-5)
Thursday, November 21, 6:30 p.m.
Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Road, Hebron 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Explore the world famous ancient art from the Lascaux cave in France. Create fall designs of leaves and animals, and play with Ozobots and 3D pens! Please register

Pages and Paws (grades K-5)
Sunday, November 24, 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!

STORYTIMES through November 22

Baby Time (birth to 18 months)
Mondays, 9:30 a.m.
Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Road, Hebron 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Fridays, 9:30 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.

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)
Mondays, 10 a.m. and Wednesdays, 10 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Tuesdays, 11 a.m.
Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Road, Hebron 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Thursdays, 11 a.m. and 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)
Mondays, 11 a.m. and Wednesdays, 11 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. and 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.

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.

Music & Movement (3-6 years)
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)

Bookworms (3-1/2 to 5 years)
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. and Thursdays, 1 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Wednesdays, 10 a.m.
Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Road, Hebron 859-342-BOOK (2665)
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.

Family Time (birth to 5 years)
Mondays, 1 p.m. and Wednesdays 1 p.m.
Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Road, Hebron 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Fridays, 9:30 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Sundays, 2 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.


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