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 below. A separate list of events for adults is available here.
Storytime: Tiny Tots (18 months to 2-1/2 years)
Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 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.
Storytime: Toddler Tales (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 years)
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 11 a.m
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through interactive stories, songs and music.
Storytime: Toddler Tales (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 years)
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. and Fridays, 11 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.
Storytime: Family Time (birth to 5+ years)
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Walton Branch, 21 S. Main Street, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through
interactive stories, songs and music.
Storytime: 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.
Teen Café (Middle/High School)
Wednesdays,
3:15-4:45 p.m., Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
3:15-4:45 p.m., Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
3:30-5 p.m., Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
4-5:45 p.m., Walton Branch, 21 S. Main Street, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Drop in for gaming, snacks & more!
Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through
interactive stories, songs and music.
Storytime: Bookworms (3-1/2 to 5+ years)
Thursdays, 10 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.
Storytime: Stories with Art (3 to 6 years)
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through
interactive stories, songs and music.
Storytime: Bookworms (3-1/2 to 5+ years)
Thursdays, 1 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through
interactive stories, songs and music.
Storytime: Tiny Tots (18 months to 2-1/2 years)
Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stimulate your baby’s development and help your child build language and literacy skills through
interactive stories, songs and music.
Storytime: Baby Time (birth to 18 months)
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.
Storytime: 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.
Storytime: Sensory Storytime (all ages)
Fridays, 10 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
A storytime designed for children with sensory sensitivities.
Storytime: Family Time (birth to 5+ years)
Saturdays, 1 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.
Young Boone County (High School)
Tuesday, November 1, 6:30-8 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Meet with other teens and help plan events that give back to your community.
Homeschool Sampler (grades 1-5)
Wednesday, November 2, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
American Indian Design with Behringer Crawford Museum — Delve into American Indian culture by examining ceremonial and decorative art pieces created by the Plains Indians. Registration required.
Homeschool Hangout (Middle and High School)
Wednesday, November 2 Main Library, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn about the Appalachian culture and practice Appalachian apple carving with Carisa Bunten from Seventh Street Gifts. Registration required.
Wednesday, November 2, 6:30-8 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Play and build your world on the library’s Minecraft server. Registration required.
Pokkén Tournament (Middle and High School)
Thursday, November 3, 6-8 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join us for a bracket-style tournament. Winner takes all. Registration required.
Magician Presto Paul (family)
Friday, November 4, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
You will be thrilled with optical illusions, crazy machines, wacky experiments and much, much more!
Native American Heritage Celebrations (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.
FAFSA 101 (high school students and parents)
Monday, November 7, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Discover all you need to know about the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) from a staff member of the Financial Aid Department at Thomas More College. Registration encouraged.
Read with a Teen (grades 1-3)
Tuesdays, November 8 & 22, 6 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Partner with a teen to enhance your reading skills. Call the Scheben Branch to reserve your 30-minute time slot. Registration encouraged.
Minecraft Lab (grades 3-5)
Thursday, November 10, 6:30-8 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Play and build your world on the Library’s Minecraft server. Registration required.
Baby Massage (birth-18 months)
Friday, November 11, 9:30 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Christine Gibson, certified Prenatal Massage Therapist, will help you learn how to soothe and bond with your baby through infant massage!
Magnetic Mysteries Revealed (grades 3-5)
Thursday, November 10, 4 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Discover the physical phenomenon of magnetism through hands-on experimentation!
PAWS to Read (grades K-5)
Saturday, November 12, 11 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Read to one of the library’s therapy dogs. Call the Scheben Branch to schedule your 15-minute time slot.
Wump Mucket Puppets (family)
Sunday, November 13, 2 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Enjoy the zany antics of these adorable puppets.
Cincinnati Museum Center Presents Wonders of Weather (3-6 years)
Monday, November 14, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 S. Main Street, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Investigate seasonal weather patterns, complete the water cycle, make some snow and race clouds! Have a hair-raising experience with lightning and take home jewelry with sun-sensing abilities. Registration encouraged.
Strategic Gaming Club (grades K-12)
Tuesday, November 15, 4:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join us for a battle of wits! Test your skills against other players with a variety of card and board games. All skill levels are welcome.
Teen Writer Tuesday (High School)
Tuesday, November 15, 6:30-8 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join us on the third Tuesday of every month to share your work. No experience required.
Bilingual Storytime (2-5+ years)
Wednesday, November 16, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Stop by for a special bilingual storytime where children and their grown-ups will hear stories, rhymes, and songs in both Spanish and English.
Lego Mania (family)
Thursday, November 17, 6:30 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Let your imagination run wild and build some amazing creations. We provide the Legos and Duplos.
DIY: Harry Potter Party (Middle and High School)
Thursday, November 17, 6:30-8 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Celebrate the release of Magical Beasts and Where to Find Them with a variety of Harry Potter themed crafts! Registration required.
Turkey Treasures (grades K-2)
Saturday, November 19, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Enjoy holiday stories and make a festive decoration for your home. Registration encouraged.
Pages and Paws (grades K-5)
Sunday, November 20, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Read to one of the library’s therapy dogs. Call the Main Library to schedule your 15- minute time slot.
Read it First! YA (Young Adult) Book Review Team (Middle and High School)
Monday, November 21, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Read and review new YA books before they are released. Publishers and authors will receive your reviews.
Anime and Manga Club (Middle and High School)
Tuesday, November 22, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join other otakus for movies, snacks, and kawaii crafts.
Teen Night (Middle and High School)
Friday, November 25, 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!
Pokémon (grades K-12)
Monday, November 28, 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Gotta catch ‘em all! Bring your own deck or DS; no trading. English cards only. Registration encouraged.