The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of November. 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.
Rummikub
Thursdays, 5 p.m. and Sundays, 1 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Do you like to play Rummikub? Do you want to learn how? Rummikub (pronounced Rummy-cube) is a cross between rummy and mahjong.
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!
Honor a Veteran
November 1 – 30
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Many brave citizens have been called to serve our country. Throughout the month of November, we invite our customers to come to the Scheben Branch to hang a star in honor of those who have served or who are serving in the armed services.
City of Union Adopt-a-Unit
November 1 – 30
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stop by the Scheben Branch and sign a Christmas card for service members in the HHT, 1-32 CAV, 1 BCT, 101st Airborne Unit based at Fort Campbell, KY. Learn more about the City of Union’s involvement in the Adopt-a-Unit program while you are here!
Memories for my Grandchild
Tuesdays, November 1, 8 & 15, 10 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
In this 3-part series, participants will work gradually to complete a book about their lives for their grandchild. Each attendee will receive a book to fill out with information, stories, and photographs. A $15 materials fee is due at the first meeting. Please register.
Beginner/Refresher Bridge Class
Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 10 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Are you new to the game of bridge or have your bridge skills faltered from lack of use? This class is for you! Emphasis will be on having fun while learning a new card game. Registration requested.
Writer’s Group
Tuesdays, November 1, 15, & 29, 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.
Best of the Best Book Group
Thursday, November 3, 3 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Participate in a book discussion group. Call for the monthly title to be discussed.
Boone County Visual Art Association: Art Exhibit Opening Reception
Thursday, November 3, 6-8 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
View art and enjoy light refreshments.
Create Your Own Sugar Scrub
Thursday, November 3, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Carisa from 7th Street Gifts will show you how to blend your own sugar scrub using all natural ingredients (organic cane sugar, high end vegetable oil carriers, and pure essential oils) to take home. $4 supply fee for each participant. Please register.
Native American Celebration (all ages)
Saturday, November 5, 1 – 3 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Explore Native American culture by traveling to different stations located inside and outside the Main Library. Experience Native American singing, drumming and dancing with the Southern Singers, flute-playing and singing with Brian Miller, a tipi exhibit by the Traveling Tipi Village, atlatl throwing, and flintknapping. Battaglia Deli and Cafe will offer a special menu for this celebration.
Microsoft Excel I
Monday, November 7, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Explore the basics of MS Excel 2013, including creating a worksheet, working with simple formulas, sorting and filtering, creating a pie chart, and more!
Spotlight on Genealogy: Native American Research
Monday, November 7, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Have you always heard that one of your ancestors was Native American? We will discuss how to tackle this challenging topic using free resources available through the library. Please register.
Chapter and Verse Book Group
Tuesday, November 8, 7 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Participate in a book discussion group. Call for the monthly title to be discussed.
Medicare Open Enrollment Event
Wednesday, November 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Kentucky’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) will provide assistance with Medicare enrollment. This a free service provided by local, trained counselors through a state agency. Registration is required. Please schedule an appointment by calling 1-866-516-3051.
Read It and Eat Book Discussion
Wednesday, November 9, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join us for an evening of Spanish tapas provided by Battaglia Deli and insightful conversation as we discuss Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon.
Thursday, November 10, 10 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Participate in a book discussion group. Call for the monthly title to be discussed.
Card Making
Thursday, November 10, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn how to make four themed cards with independent stamping demonstrator Barbara Simpson. For ages 16 and older. $5 materials fee. Please register.
Trivia Night
Thursday, November 10, 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.
Veteran Benefits
Thursday, November 10, 4 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn about veteran benefits and resources available, including assisted living and the pension benefit, also known as aid and assistance. Presented by the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs.
Concert @ the Library: Rusty Bird
Friday, November 11, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
This saxophone soloist focuses on praise and worship music. In honor of Veteran’s Day, he’ll also play some patriotic tunes. Rusty Bird has been playing for over 40 years and brings an exciting, powerful and refreshing sound.
Art for All!
Monday, November 14, 12:30 p.m. or 6 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Paint Lamp Light under the guidance of a professional artist. At the end of the class you’ll walk away with a masterpiece! Open to all adults. $20 materials fee. Please register.
Microsoft Excel II
Monday, November 14, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn how to use more of Excel’s functions by creating a budget, a checkbook register, and a chart. Find out other helpful options with this powerful program. Prerequisite for this class is MS Excel I or a working knowledge of MS Excel.
Cookies, Coffee and Coloring
Tuesday, November 15, 10 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Adult coloring is all the craze and has many health benefits including stress relief and increased creativity and focus! Meet other coloring aficionados while creating fun, beautiful designs. Cookies, coffee, and coloring supplies will be provided.
Accupuncture De-mystified
Tuesday, November 15, 7 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn how modern application of this 3,000 year-old form of medicine can help with ailments ranging from chronic headaches and the common cold to chronic pain, menopausal hotflashes and stress. Please register.
Real Men Read Book Group
Wednesday, November 16, 10:30 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Participate in a book discussion group. Call for the monthly title to be discussed.
World War I and Cincinnati
Wednesday, November 16, 7 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Enquirer librarian Jeff Suess will discuss Cincinnati connections from the ”War to End all Wars” and the anti-German hysteria that swept the country, to the boys who were sent “over there!”
Book Chatter Book Group
Thursday, November 17, 9:30 a.m.
Walton Branch, 21 S. Main Street, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Participate in a book discussion group. Call for the monthly title to be discussed.
Chick Picks Book Group
Thursday, November 17, 10 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Participate in a book discussion group. Call for the monthly title to be discussed.
Hook & Needle: Stocking Ornaments
Thursday, November 17 or Monday, November 28, 6 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL CLASS: Make an adorable crochet stocking ornament just the right size for a gift card! Please bring: Size “E” 3.5mm crochet hook, and 50 yards of worsted weight yarn to be the main color and 25 yards of worsted weight yarn to be the accent color. Please Register.
More than Beer, Brats and Polka: Germans in Northern Kentucky
Thursday, November 17, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Dr. Paul Tenkotte shares the history of German immigration into Northern Kentucky. Sponsored by Boone County Historical Society. Open to the public. A short business meeting of the society precedes the program.
Bus Tour: John Hunt Morgan’s Escape Through Boone County
Friday, November 18, noon – 4 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
For the first time ever, explore infamous Confederate General John Hunt Morgan’s escape through Boone County! This 4-hour bus tour will cover the people and places that provided aid and shelter after Morgan’s November 1863 escape from the Ohio Penitentiary. Snacks will be provided. Please register. $20 cash or check made out to Boone County Public Library required to finalize registration.
Florence Community Chorus
Friday, November 18, 7 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
This group, made up of your friends and neighbors, sings a variety of music. The four-part harmony chorus has a repertoire of show tunes, religious, classical, popular and patriotic works.
Model Train Display
Saturday, November 19 and Sunday, November 20
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Choo! Choo! Nurture your inner train conductor by checking out this award-winning display presented by the Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Model Railroad Club.
Make a Snow Globe
Tuesday, November 22, 5 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Make a lovely snow globe inside an ornament or Mason jar. Please register.
Color Me Mine
Tuesday, November 22, 7 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Choose to paint either an angel or a snowman figurine. $10 per person, ages 13 and up. Please register.
Art for All!
Monday, November 28, 12:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Paint “Chickadee in Snow” under the guidance of a professional artist. At the end of the class you’ll walk away with a masterpiece! Open to all adults. $20 materials fee. Please register.
Monday 4 Mystery Book Group
Monday, November 28, 7 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Participate in a book discussion group. Call for the monthly title to be discussed.
Mythology for Adults: Ancient Stories You Can’t Tell the Kids
Tuesday, November 29, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Hear the stories from constellation mythology not meant for younger ears from Dean Regas, the astronomer for the Cincinnati Observatory and cohost of Star Gazers. The best, grossest, sexiest stellar legends from Greek mythology will be told including Zeus’ affairs, gory deaths, the castration of Uranus, and the real origin-story for the goddess Venus. This uncensored, adults-only version will have you cringing and laughing like an ancient Greek. Please dress warmly for a guided star gaze outside after the program. We will use a telescope to look at Venus before it sets.