The Campbell County Public Library operates four branches.
The Cold Spring Branch is located at 3920 Alexandria Pike in Cold Spring, phone 859-781-6166. The Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch is located at 1000 Highland Ave. in Fort Thomas, phone 859-572-5033. The Newport Branch is located at 901 E. Sixth St. in Newport, phone 859-572-5035. The Alexandria Branch is located at 8830 Alexandria Pike in Alexandria, phone 859-572-7463.
There are two Express locations for pickups and returns in Silver Grove and Melbourne.
Cold Spring
Programs for Adults and Teens
Movie Making Camp
5 pm Mondays, June 10, 17 & 24
Be part of making one of three movies. You will learn how to develop a script and all the tools that will be used to film and edit a movie in a four part series this June. There will be a red carpet movie premiere on Friday, June 28, and all three movies will air on Campbell Media channel 186 on Spectrum and 811 on Cincinnati Bell as well as the library website. Ages 11-19. Registration required as spots are limited. You will need to commit to all four sessions to get the full experience. Contact Clara at cgerner@cc-pl.org for more details.
Dungeons & Dragons
6-10 pm Friday, June 7
New & experienced players alike welcome to play D&D 5e. We will have pre-generated characters. If you would like to make your own, we will level up from 6 to about 7. If you are interested in DMing a game, contact Clara at cgerner@cc-pl.oreg or tori at tstory@cc-pl.org. Ages 13 & up. Registration required.
Trivia & Movie Night
6-9 pm Tuesday, June 11
Join us for a screening of Matt Damon’s blockbuster, The Martian, followed by trivia where you can win prizes. Ages 13 & up. No need to register.
VR Expeditions Through Space
6-8 pm Thursday, June 13
Come play with the latest IN Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality with Google Expeditions goggles. Ages 11-19. Registration required.
Cold Spring Book Club
10 am Tuesday, June 18
Join the discussion of Jayber Crow by Wendell Barry. Ages 18 & up. New members welcome. No need to register.
Cup of Crime Book Club
7 pm Wednesday, June 19
Join the discussion of Boneman’s Daughters by Ted Dekkar. Ages 18 & up. New members welcome. No need to register.
Summer Reading Library Lock-In
7 pm Friday, June 21-7 am Saturday, June 22
Be ready to stay up all night playing video and board games, late night karaoke, a gross food eating challenge, laser tag if weather allows, and so many more games and challenges. Bring a friend, but be sure to have your parental permission slips completed and returned a week before the event or your spot may be given up to someone else. Ages 11-19. Registration required.
Bath Bomb Making
6-7:30 pm Tuesday, June 25
Bath bombs can be a lovely, relaxing way to make a bath that much more enjoyable. Come learn how to make your own and experiment with the fizzy fun. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
Real Men Read Book Club
7 pm Thursday, June 27
Join the discussion of Roughing It by Mark Twain. Women & men welcome. Ages 18 & up. New members welcome. No need to register.
Programs for Families & Children
Tot Time
9:30 & 11:30 am Mondays, June 10, 17 & 24
Ages 1-3. No need to register.
Baby Sign Story Time
9:30 am Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25
Newborn-2. No need to register.
Preschool Time
10:30 am Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25
Ages 3-5. No need to register.
Toddler Time
10 & 11 am Wednesdays, June 5, 12, 19 & 26
Ages 2-3. No need to register.
Space Camp
4 pm Thursday, June 6
Let’s kick off this year’s summer reading by going to Space Camp! Join us for space themed crafts and games. Grades 1-5. Registration required.
Family Story Time
10 am Saturdays, June 8, 15, 22 & 29
All ages. No need to register.
DIY Galaxy Snow Globes
2 pm Saturday, June 8
Join us as we make our very own galaxy snow globes! All ages. Registration required.
Newport Aquarium presents: Croc Talk
4 pm Thursday, June 13
Do you ever wonder how you can tell the difference between an alligator and a crocodile? You can find out and learn even more about Crocodilians with the Newport Aquarium! You will even get to come face to face with one of these creatures. Grades 1-5. Registration required.
Donuts with Dad
2 pm Saturday, June 15
Celebrate Father’s Day with a donut, play some games and make a craft for dad. All caregivers welcome. All ages. Registration required.
Family Board and Card Game Day
1-5 pm Sunday, June 16
Choose from our collection of more than 200 board and card games or bring a favorite from home. All ages. No need to register.
Cincinnati Observatory presents: Tour of the Universe
4 pm Thursday, June 20
The Cincinnati Observatory is visiting us to talk all about stars and galaxies. Grades 1-5. Registration required.
Wump Mucket Puppets presents: Space is the Place
2 pm Saturday, June 22
Wump Mucket Puppets will be joining us for a fantastic space themed performance. Learn about friends who want to travel to outer space more than anything and about a Super Space Princess. All ages. Registration required.
Paint & Bake Summer Magnets
4 pm Thursday, June 27 (Grades 1-5)
2 pm Saturday, June 29 (All ages)
Let’s get our paint on! Each registered child will get to pick a ceramic magnet to paint to their liking. Once the masterpiece has been painted, guests from Paint and Bake will fire the creation in their studio to be picked up at a later date. Grades 1-5. Registration required.
Carrico/Fort Thomas
Programs for Adults and Teens
DIY Planet-Themed Bath Bombs
3:30 pm Wednesday, June 5
We’ll be working with essential oils to add to our bath bombs, all participants will be able to take home one bath bomb. This program will be led by Carisa Bunten of Seventh Street Gifts. Ages 11-19. Registration required.
DIY Bath Bombs
6:30 pm Thursday, June 6
Join Carisa Bunten of Seventh Street Gifts in Newport to make some bath bombs that are out of this world. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
Coffee & Conversation Book Club
2 pm Wednesday, June 12
Join the discussion of Turtles All The Way Down by John Green. Ages 18 & up. New members welcome. No need to register.
DIY Galaxy Shirts
3:30 pm Wednesday, June 12
Do you love space? Do you love paint? Do you love DIY projects? If your answer is yes to all of the above stop by and create a galaxy shirt. Shirts provided. Ages 11-19. Registration required.
Zodiac Watercolor Constellation Cards
1:30 & 6 pm Thursday, June 13
Learn to do a fun watercolor with your zodiac constellation. Ages 18 & up. In order to accommodate as many people as possible, this craft is also offered at two different times. Please register for only one of the two times.
A Novel Idea YA Book Club @ Tower Park
4 pm Thursday, June 13
Join the discussion of Wonder Woman: Warbringer by Leigh Bardugo. Ages 11-19. New members welcome. No need to register.
Trivia … In Space
3:30 pm Wednesday, June 19
We’ll be covering trivia questions in all thing space. Stop by to compete for a prize, depending on attendance numbers we’ll either be in teams or individually participating. Ages 11-19. Registration required.
Night Sky Silhouette Tiles
6-8 pm Thursday, June 20
Learn painting techniques to create a unique silhouette on tile with the night sky as the background. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
Portable Galaxy
3:30-5 pm Wednesday, June 26
We’ll be creating our own galaxies in a jar. Each attendee will get to take home their own galaxy. Ages 11-19. Registration required.
DIY Journals
1:30-3:30 & 6-8 pm Thursday, June 27
Make your own spiral-bound journal and decorate your covers. We will learn painting techniques to create a galaxy painting or you can do your own thing. Ages 18 & up. To accommodate as many people as possible, this craft will be offered at two different times. Please register for only one session.
Dungeons & Dragons
6-9 pm Friday, June 28
All levels of experience welcomed as we play Dungeons & Dragons 5e. This session will continue with our campaigns, premade characters will be available for those without a character who would like to join. Ages 11-19. No need to register.
Programs for Families & Children
Full STEAM Ahead
7 pm Mondays, June 10, 17 & 24
Ages 3-5. No need to register.
Lap Time
9:30 am Wednesdays, June 5, 12, 19 & 26
Newborn-2, especially for pre-walkers. Registration required.
Movers & Shakers
11 am Wednesdays, June 5, 12, 19 & 26
Ages 3-5. No need to register.
Baby Time
9:30 & 10:30 Thursdays, June 6, 13, 20 & 27
Newborn-2, especially for walkers. Registration required.
Family Story Time
10 am Saturday, June 8
Stories, music and games in a space-themed story time. All ages. No need to register.
Lexington Explorium in Space
4 pm Monday, June 10
The Explorium of Lexington takes us to outer space. Make a planetarium to learn about our amazing solar system. Grades 1-5. No need to register.
Twinkle Babies
10 am Saturday, June 15
Explore the universe with your little ones! Songs, rhymes, movement games and books will be included. We’ll make a starry hand print craft, too. Newborn-2. Registration required.
Jump to Jupiter
4 pm Monday, June 17
Explore our scale model of the solar system. Learn about the planets as you jump from the sun to Neptune. Grades 1-5. No need to register.
Science Saturday with the Explorium
1 pm Saturday, June 22
Expand your view of the world around you by exploring microscopic life. All ages. No need to register.
Train Like an Astronaut
4 pm Monday, June 24
Do you have the right stuff to be an astronaut? Test yourself by trying out some astronaut training tasks. Grades 1-5. No need to register.
Mommy & Baby Yoga
10:30 am Saturday, June 29
Yoga is a great way to heal after giving birth and a delightful way to bond with your baby. Mommies and babies will enjoy stretching and strengthening and interacting with others. Please bring a mat if you have one and wear comfortable clothing. Newborn-2. Registration required.
Puppy Tales
2-4 pm Saturday, June 29
Come read a story or two to a specially trained therapy dog. Sessions will be 15 minutes. All ages. Registration required. Library staff will contact you to schedule a specific time.
Newport
Programs for Adults and Teens
Tween Scene
4 pm Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25
June 4: Lego Club
June 11: Jelly Soap
June 18: Straw Rockets
June 25: Solar System Accessories
Ages 8-14. No need to register.
Newport Book Club
7 pm Tuesday, June 4
Join the discussion of The Witch of Lime Street: Séance, Seduction and Houdini in the Spirit World by David Jaher. Ages 18 & up. New members welcome. No need to register.
Lunar Rovers
3-4:30 pm Thursday, June 6
Uhhhh … Houston …. We have some joyriders … We will be using cardboard, rubbe rbands, and whatever resources we can find to make lunar rovers. Once made we will race them to see whose can go the furthest. Ages 11-19. No need to register.
Countdown to Baby
3:30 pm Monday, June 10
Pregnancy can be a new experience each time it happens, and questions are natural. Join us for a session run by Northkey in which we will discuss different topics related to pregnancy and what to expect after your child’s birth, while also providing a space for new and expecting moms to meet and discuss their experiences. No need to register.
Donkey Milk Soap
6:30-8 pm Monday, June 10
Hippocrates called Donkey Milk a cure-all. Today you will get to test that for yourself. In this hands-on workshop, participants will customize a raw, aged donkey milk soap. This soap has a rich creamy lather that’s compatible for all skin types. We will focus on the healing and soothing ingredients. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
Homeschoolers’ Book Club
10 am Tuesday, June 11
Join the discussion of Echo by Pam Munoz Ryan. Ages 8-12. New members welcome. No need to register.
STEAM Craft Activities
3-4:30 pm Thursday, June 13
We will be making a variety of different crafts with a STEAM focus. The afternoon will be packed with you, UFO’s, Science and plenty of fun. Ages 11-19. No need to register.
YA for Grown Adults Book Club
7 pm Tuesday, June 18
Join the discussion of These Shallow Graves by Jennifer Donnelly. Ages 18 & up. New members welcome. No need to register.
Anime and Pusheen Day
3-4:30 pm Thursday, June 20
Do you love anime? Have you shipped everyone? Do you want to talk about anime with other teens who love it as much as you? Today is your day. We’ll watch anime, eat Pocky and most importantly make different Pusheen’s to take home. Pusheen makes everything even anime. Ages 11-19. No need to register.
Relatives Raising Relatives Support Group
Noon-1:30 & 5:30-7 pm Friday, June 21
Relatives Raising Relatives are grandparents, aunts, uncles, adult siblings, etc., who have assumed the responsibility for raising children. This monthly group provides the time and space to discuss your experiences and offers a network of support to those in our area who are raising relatives. In this group, we will learn from one another as well as guest speakers and learn parenting tips and information about programs and services in our area that could benefit you and your child. Refreshments and children’s activities provided.This support groups happens at two times on the third Friday of the month. Feel free to attend one or both meeting times. Please contact Chantelle at 859-572-5035, ext. 9, or at cphillips@cc-pl.org with any dietary restrictions or questions. All ages. No need to register.
Saturday Morning Cartoons: ’80s Edition
Noon-4 pm Saturday, June 22
Do you remember as a kid waking up early on a Saturday morning sitting in front of the television in your pajamas for hours watching your favorite shows and eating bowls of sugary cereal? Weren’t those just better times? Come join us as we watch some of the hit cartoons of the ’80s and eat from our cereal bar. Feel free to wear your pajamas (please be appropriate) and have some fun. Ages 18 & up. No need to register.
Bingo
6:30-8 pm Monday, June 24
Whether you are pro or a beginner, come hang out and play a very friendly game of Bingo. There will be some fun prizes and plenty of good times. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
Pokemon Card Painting
3-4:30 pm Thursday, June 27
Who’s that Pokemon? We will be taking some of your favorite Pokemon cards and bringing them to life as we take the old image and adding onto it by painting the cards making the picture bigger as a whole. Ages 11-19. No need to register.
Dungeons & Dragons
2-4 pm Saturday, June 29
Join us as we embark on an enthralling and ever-entertaining adventure in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. Ages 11-19. Registration required.
Programs for Families & Children
Ready for K Through Play
10 am Mondays, June 10, 17 & 24
Ages 3-5. No need to register.
Baby Bounce and Rhyme
10 am Wednesdays, June 5, 12, 19 & 26
Newborn-2. No need to register.
Little Prodigies
4 pm Wednesdays, June 5, 12, 19 & 26
June 5: Space Wreath
June 12: Moon Mobile
June 19: Night Sky Painting
June 26: Galaxy Dough
Ages 2-7. No need to register.
Storytots
10 am Thursdays, June 6, 13, 20 & 27
Ages 3-5. No need to register.
Yoga for Young Ones
11 am Saturday, June 8
Learn yoga poses to go with a story and practice mindfulness. There will also be songs as well as a craft and open play. Bring a yoga mat if you would like to, but they are not required. Wear comfortable clothing that you can move around in. All ages. No need to register.
Newport Aquarium presents Croc Talk
4 pm Thursday, June 13
Do you ever wonder how you can tell the difference between an alligator and a crocodile? You can find out and learn even more about Crocodilians with the Newport Aquarium. You will even get to come face to face with one of these creatures. Grades 1-5. Registration required.
Exploration Station: Galaxy
5-7 pm Thursday, June 13
Sensory play is a way that you and your child can have fun while building language skills, developing motor skills, and exploring sensations. This month, there will be galaxy-themed activities and stations to explore. This is a drop-in program, so feel free to stop by at any time and stay for as little or as long as you would like. All ages. No need to register.
Sensory Science Story Time: Space
11:30 am Saturday, June 15
Children of all ages are invited to use all of their senses to explore stories, songs and hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities..This program is designed for children with sensory integration challenges but is open to children of all abilities. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Children’s Librarian, Nina Frondorf: nfrondorf@cc-pl.org OR 859.572.5035 ext. 18. All ages. No need to register.
Family Fun Night: Home
6:30-8:30 pm Thursday, June 20
This program will be out of this world! We will also have games, snacks and a play area for little ones to all members of your family can have a fun night together. All ages. No need to register.
Cincinnati Observatory: The Sun
Noon-3 pm Saturday, June 22
The Cincinnati Observatory will be here to teach children about the Sun and how it affects the earth. Weather permitting, you may also get to safely view the sun and look for sunspots. All ages. No need to register.
Movie Matinee Day
11 am-1 pm Saturday, June 29
Beat the heat by watching Wall-E with us. Popcorn and activities provided. All ages. No need to register
Alexandria
Programs for Adults and Teens
Trivia for Adults
5-7 pm Wednesday, June 5
Come for a night of fast-paced trivia. Using Kahoot!, you will need your smart phone or iPhone to join in as a single player or as a team to answer space related trivia. Get the highest score and you can win prizes. Show us your stuff and how much knowledge stored in your brain, and come out the champion. Ages 13 & up. Registration required.
Summer Karaoke Jam for Teens
5-7 pm Wednesday, June 12
Make a list of your favorite songs to jam to, and prepare to impress the crowd with your singing chops. Bring a friend to cheer each other on, or sing together as a group. Time to jam away and have fun singing. Ages 11-19. Registration required.
AR/VR for Teens
3:30 pm Friday, June 14
Explore technology that uses augmented and virtual reality. Ages 11-19. Registration required.
Board of Trustees Meeting
5:30 pm Wednesday, June 19
The library’s Board of Trustees meets the third Wednesday of the month on a rotating basis among the four branches. All meetings are open to the public. No need to register.
Alexandria Book Club
4:30 pm Thursday, June 20
Join the discussion of Everything All At Once: How to Unleash Your Inner Nerd, Tap into Radical Curiosity, and Solve Any Problem by Bill Nye. Ages 18 & up. New members welcome. No need to register.
Watercolor Galaxy Bookmarks
5-7 pm Wednesday, June 26
Come learn watercolor painting techniques to make your own unique bookmark that is out of this world. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
Programs for Families & Children
Terrific Tuesdays
11:15 am Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25
Ages 3-5. Registration required.
Pokemon Club
4 pm Thursday, June 6
Calling all Trainers! Come with your video games and cards and meet up to battle to the top. Make friends, trade Pokémon, and have fun with us at Alexandria. All ages. No need to register.
Babies & Books
11:15 am Fridays, June 7, 14, 21 & 28
Ages 0-2. Registration required.
Sun Catcher Decorating
4 pm Friday, June 7
Summer time means tons of sun. Let’s celebrate it by painting some fantastic sun catchers. All ages. Registration required.
Family Story Time
11:30 am Thursday, June 20
All ages. No need to register.
Space Explorer Story Time
4 pm Friday, June 21
Bring the whole family for a fun afternoon learning about space through stories, music and games. All ages. No need to register.
Cincinnati Observatory: Comets & Meteors
11:15 am Saturday, June 22
Join us and guests from the Cincinnati Observatory while we learn about comets and meteors and how they affect life on earth. We’ll even get to get up close and personal with real meteorites. All ages. Registration required.
Astronaut Training Camp
11:15 am Saturday, June 29
Do you have what it takes to become an astronaut? Bring your family to the library to put their astronaut skills to the test with stories, games and crafts. All ages. Registration required.
