The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of March. Some events are one time only while others are recurring throughout the month. A list of scheduled events for adults is included here. A separate list of events for teens and children will be published at a later date.
In the Loop
Mondays, 10 a.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Knit or crochet in relaxed, friendly company. Learn for the first time or pick up some new tricks.
Gentle Yoga
Mondays, 6 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn the basic postures and flows. Please bring a yoga mat. $30 fee for the month. Call Boone County Parks to register at 334-2117.
Yoga
Mondays, 7:10 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Relax and explore Hatha yoga postures. Bring a yoga mat. $30 fee for the month. Call Boone County Parks to register at 334-2117.
Bridge
Tues. and Thurs., Noon-3 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Open play – Everyone welcome!
Piecemakers Quilting Group
Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join this friendly group to learn the basics or share expertise in quilting.
Spanish Conversation Group
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
For people studying Spanish as well as those passionate about the language. All skill levels are welcome! Presented in partnership with Gateway Community College.
Yoga
Thursdays, 6:15 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
This class is suitable for all levels! Please bring a yoga mat & small handheld or wrist weights (optional). $30 fee per month. Call Boone County Parks to register at 334-2117.
Mahjong
Fridays, 1 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Open play – All skill levels welcome!
AARP Tax Aide
Friday, April 1, 8, and 15, 9 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Targeted to low and moderate-income taxpayers, the Tax-Aide program gives special attention to those 60 and older. But no one is turned away unless the tax situation is too complex or beyond the tax preparers’ training. Call 859-360-2341 to make an appointment.
EXPERIENCE Tai Chi
Monday, April 4, 10 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Northern Kentucky Shaolin-do will demonstrate this form of meditation in motion, which promotes serenity and inner peace. This will be a 30-minute class. Tai Chi is good for all ages!
Microsoft Word-I
Monday, April 4, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Find out all the basic information about using Word 2013. Learn about the ribbons, current business letter format, and lots of tips and tricks!
Writer’s Group
Tuesdays, April 5 & 19, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join other local writing enthusiasts every other Tuesday night. Share your work, get feedback, encouragement, and perhaps even inspiration to write your masterpiece.
Safe Aging
Wednesday, April 6, 11 a.m.
Florence Senior Center
Pick up safety tips that will help prevent injury. Topics to be covered include fall prevention, the Yellow Dot Program, home modification, local resources, and more.
Holocaust Survivor: Conrad Weiner
Wednesdays, April 6 or April 13, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Conrad Weiner talks about his experience as a small child in a labor camp.
Community Stops in Hebron
Wednesday, April 6, 5-7 p.m.
Remke Parking Lot, 1952 North Bend Road, Hebron, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Pick up your hold request and check out books from our mini library on wheels. Please bring your library card.
Computer & Internet Basics
Thursdays, April 7, 14, & 21, 1 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn how to use a computer and surf the Internet. Topics covered: the parts of a computer system, how to get online and get to websites, how to use search engines and perform keyword searching, and how to set up and use an email account. Please register.
Best of the Best Book Group
Thursday, April 7, 3 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Discuss Safe Haven by Nicholas Sparks.

Concert at the Library: Velvet Soul
Friday, April 8, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
This band plays R&B, jazz, blues, rock and country. They have performed at Tom Petty and Jimmy Buffett concerts at Riverbend and shared the same stage and performance platform with the Jimmie Vaughan Band at the Sloan Convention Center in Bowling Green.
National Library Week Customer Appreciation Day
Monday, April 11
All library locations.
We appreciate you, Boone County! Join us for free refreshments all day!
Art for All
Monday, April 11, 12:30 p.m. or 6 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Paint Queen Anne’s Lace under the guidance of a professional artist. At the end of the class, you’ll walk away with a masterpiece! Open to all adults. $15 materials fee. Please register.
Microsoft Word-II
Monday, April 11, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn some of the more advanced things you can do with Word, such as creating a resume, a flyer, and more! Prerequisite for this class is MS Word-I or a working knowledge of MS Word.
Chapter and Verse Book Group
Tuesday, April 12, 7 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Discuss The Daughter by Jane Shemilt.
How to Organize Any Space
Tuesday, April 12, 7 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Whether you are struggling with a cluttered garage, basement or dining room, the process for creating a less cluttered, more functional space is the same. Join Polly Giblin, the Mess Mender, as she shares her 5-step process for organizing any space. Please register.
Thrillers and Chillers
Thursday, April 14, 10 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Discuss Miss Julia Stands Her Ground by Ann B. Ross.
DIY: Burlap Wreath
Thursday, April 14, 6 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stacie Earls and Theresa Van Auken from Our Latest Creation will be at the Main Library to teach you how to make a Spring/Summer wreath out of burlap, and ribbon. $30 materials fee. Please register.
Used Book Sale
Friday, April 15, 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, April 16, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday, April 17, 1-5 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Spend the weekend shopping for books, music, movies and more at greatly reduced prices.
Trivia Night
Friday, April 15, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Play trivia just for fun! Bring your own team or we’ll put teams together for you.
Microsoft PowerPoint
Monday, April 18, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Explore the basics of MS PowerPoint 2013, including customizing slides, adding transitions, adding images/hyperlinks/sounds, printing handouts, and more!
Real Men Read
Wednesday, April 20, 10:30 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Discuss the latest book you’ve read.
EXPLORE Drones
Wednesday, April 20, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Members from The Flying Cardinals of Northern Kentucky will discuss radio control aircraft, drones, safety, and the new FAA rules. Try your hand at flying a drone with a flight simulator! Talk to members after the program and view some of their aircraft. Drones, helicopters and airplanes from the club will be on display in the dome April 4-30.
Community Stops in Hebron
Thursday, April 21, 10 a.m. – noon
Lakeside Christian Church, 1980 North Bend Road, Hebron, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Pick up your hold request and check out books from our mini library on wheels. Please bring your library card with you.
Book Chatter
Thursday, April 21, 9:30 a.m.
Walton Branch, 21 S. Main Street, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Discuss Far From Good: The Trial of Sam Cray by Stephen Van Zant.
Chick Picks Book Club
Thursday, April 21, 10 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Discuss Cartwheel by Jennifer DuBois.
DISCOVER Herbs & more…
Thursday, April 21, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Members of the Northern Kentucky Herb Society will discuss various uses for fresh herbs, from cooking to household tips. Pick up recipes and learn more about ginger, holy basil, Vietnamese cilantro, stevia and dittany of crete. Herbs will be available for purchase.
The Science of History: Big Bone Lick’s Role in Changing How We See the World
Thursday, April 21, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Dr. Brenda Hunda, from Cincinnati Museum Center, will discuss how Big Bone Lick has influenced world knowledge. Bones from extinct Pleistocene mega fauna, found at Big Bone, have been studied by many famous scientists and have resided in museums, the White House, and as far away as the Natural History Museum in France. Sponsored by Friends of Big Bone.
Fly Fishing Basics
Saturday, April 23, 9:30 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
The Northern Kentucky Fly Fishers will teach you the basic principles, knot tying, and fly casting. Learn
where you can fish locally. Class is free, but you must register. Call Boone County Parks at 334-2117.
Concert @ the Library: The Retread Bluegrass Band
Sunday, April 24, 2 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
These energetic pickers and singers from the greater Cincinnati area cover bluegrass, old time and gospel music. They have performed at the Kentucky Wool Festival, Blue Ash Heritage Days, the Ohio Sauerkraut Festival, and the historic Southgate House.
Monday 4 Mystery Book Club
Monday, April 25, 7 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Discuss The Last Bridge by Teri Coyne.
Boone County Schools’ Art Show
April 26-May 1
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
View the work of local students.
DISCOVER Medicinal Herbs and Their Uses
Tuesday, April 26, 7 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join Dave Noem as he discusses the therapeutic uses of local herbs. Learn which plants can be used for first aid, as antibiotics or antivirals, for specific medical issues, and much more. Please register.
German Language II Classes
Wednesdays, April 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25 and June 1, 6:30-8 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join experienced instructor Klaus Seidlitz in a continuation of German conversation and grammar beyond the basics. Attendance in previous German language classes or elementary knowledge of the language is needed. Please register.
Card Making
Thursday, April 28, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn how to make four themed cards with independent stamping demonstrator Barbara Simpson. $5 materials fee. Please register.