The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of September. A list of scheduled events for teens and children is included here. A separate list of events for adults will be posted separately.
North Pointe Elementary Holiday Choir Concert (family)
Friday, December 2, 9:30 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Enjoy the sounds of the season with this local children’s choir.
Christmas on Main (all ages)
Friday, December 2, 6-8 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 S. Main Street, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Warm up inside the Library after the Santa Claus parade. Enjoy the WVHS Select Choir while creating a fun family craft offered throughout the evening. Light refreshments will be served.
‘Tis the Season (family)
Saturday, December 3
10 a.m. at Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
1:30 p.m. at Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Santa’s at the Library! Join us for holiday crafts, songs, and a reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Don’t forget the camera!
Young Boone County (High School)
Tuesday, December 6, 6:30 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.
Wednesday, December 7, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join Miss Karen for holiday stories and crafts! Registration encouraged.
Homeschool Hangout (Middle and High School)
Wednesday, December 7, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Make scarves out of fleece to donate to Scarf It Up!
Teen Cafe (Middle and High School)
Wednesdays, December 14, 21, & 28, 3:15-4:45 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Drop in for gaming, snacks & more!
Minecraft Lab (grades 3-5)
Wednesday, December 7, 6:30-8 p.m. Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Thursday, December 15, 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.
PAWS to Read (grades K-5)
Saturday, December 10, 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.
Pages and Paws (grades K-5)
Sunday, December 11, 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.
Winter Family Crafting (family)
Monday, December 12, 6:30 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Spend the evening making winter crafts to decorate your home or give as a gift. All supplies will be provided by the Library; no cost. Registration encouraged.
Art Club (grades K-5)
Tuesday, December 13, 6:30 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 S. Main Street, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Do you love all things art? Join us the second Tuesday of each month. This time – mock stained glass. Registration encouraged.
Lego Mania (family)
Wednesday, December 14, 4 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Let your imagination run wild and build some amazing creations. We provide the Legos and Duplos.
DIY: Candy Wreaths (Middle and High School)
Thursday, December 15, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Create a candy wreath for yourself or to give as a gift. Registration encouraged.
Cincinnati Children’s Theatre Presents A Christmas Carol (family)
Friday, December 16, 7 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Treat the family to one of the best loved holiday stories of all time. Watch as Ebenezer Scrooge goes on a Christmas Eve adventure.
Kinderballet Presents The Nutcracker (family)
Sunday, December 18, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Delight to the music, dance, and costumes of this timeless classic story.
Read It First! Young Adult Review Team (Middle and High School)
Monday, December 19, 6:30-8 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Read and review new books before they hit the shelves. Publishers and authors will receive your reviews.
Strategic Gaming Club (grades K-12)
Tuesday, December 20, 4:30 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join us for a battle of the wits! Test your skills against other players at a variety of card and board games. All skill levels are welcome.
Anime and Manga Club (Middle and High School)
Tuesday, December 27, 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, December 30, 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!