The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of December. A list of scheduled events for adults is included here. A separate list of events for teens and children is published separately.
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.
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: 334-2117.
Adult Coloring
Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Enjoy this relaxing and creative activity while meeting other coloring aficionados. Coloring supplies are provided.
Bridge
Tuesdays and Thursdays, noon-3 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Open play – Everyone welcome!
Book Cellar
Tuesdays, 4-7 p.m. Wednesdays, 10 a.m-2 p.m.
Main Library, Lower Level, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Used books, DVDs, music & more. (Closed week of Christmas.)
Spanish Conversation Group
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
All skill levels are welcome! Presented in partnership with Gateway Community College.
NKY English Conversation Club
Wednesdays, noon
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Practice your English with fluent English speakers! This is a relaxed, conversational setting in which adults learning English can improve their skills. All levels welcome.
Piecemakers Quilting Group
Wednesdays, 1 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.
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: 334-2117. No class on Thanksgiving Day.
Mahjong
Fridays, 1 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Open play – All skill levels welcome!
Antique Affair
Saturday, December 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sun., December 2, 1-5 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Join us for a weekend-long celebration of books as objects of nostalgia, beauty and creative inspiration. Shop a curated collection of vintage and holiday books from our Book Cellar, create a holiday tree out of a book, and, for a fee, make up to ten different crafts with the Boone County Parks Department. Enjoy festive music, a historical dance performance, and light refreshments while you browse. *Library bucks will not be accepted for vintage books, but may be used for all other books offered during the sale.
Concert @ the Library: Harpist Joseph Rebman
Saturday, December 1, 1 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Celebrate the season with holiday favorites, performed by Kentucky Symphony Orchestra’s principal harpist Joseph Rebman. Performing at Antique Affair.
Concert @ the Library: 275 Brass
Saturday, December 1, 3 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Traditional and pop holiday songs by a local brass quintet comprised of trumpets, tuba, French horn, and trombone. Performing at Antique Affair.
Culinary Salts from Around the World
Wednesday, December 5, 6:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Learn the differences and similarities in color, texture, properties, and taste in a variety of sea and earth mined salts. Taste different salts and take one home just in time for holiday cooking.
Best of the Best Book Group
Thursday, December 6, 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.
Christmas on Main
Friday, December 7, 6-8 p.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Warm up inside the Library after the Santa Claus parade. Enjoy the Walton-Verona High School Select Choir while making your own reindeer food. Light refreshments will be served.
Art for All
Monday, December 10, 12:30 p.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Paint the same picture as everyone else 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.
Hoxworth Blood Drive
Monday, December 10, 1-7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
One blood donation can save up to 3 lives! To schedule an appointment, go to: hoxworth.org/groups/boonelibrary or call Hoxworth at (513) 451-0910. Walk-ons are welcome!
Truffles
Tuesday, December 11, 6:30 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Would you like to give the perfect gifts this holiday season, or have the most delectable treats at your table? All it takes is learning how to make amazing truffles! You will roll, dip and decorate a peanut butter truffle to eat or take home. Please register.
Writer’s Group
Tuesday, December 11, 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.
Chapter and Verse Book Group
Tuesday, December 11, 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.
Thrillers and Chillers
Thursday, December 13, 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, December 13, 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 Sandy Bollman. For ages 16 and older. $5 materials fee. Please register.
Experience Tai Chi
Friday, December 14, 10:30 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Discover the gentle and low impact martial art of Tai Chi, taught by Master Greg Fahey, a 6th Degree Black Belt.
Concert @ the Library: Boutique
Friday, December 14, 7 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
This trio of friends plays Holiday Music with a jazzy twist, takes your requests and encourages you to sing along!
Concert @ the Library: The Hills of Kentucky Dulcimers
Sunday, December 16, 2 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Don’t miss the annual Christmas concert by this popular local group! Listen or sing along with the Dulcimers as they play carols, gospels, and other holiday songs.
Cold and Flu Buster Kits
Tuesday, December 18, 6:30 p.m.
Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Using botanicals and essential oils with reputations for germ blasting and immune boosting properties, make a sampler kit that will help you stay ahead of the game as we enter the cold and flu season. Please register.
Real Men Read
Wednesday, December 19, 10:30 a.m.
Scheben Branch, 8899 US 42, Union 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Discuss the latest book you’ve read.
Spotlight on Genealogy: DNA Testing
Wednesday, December 19, 2 p.m.
Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
What type of DNA test and which company should I choose? We will take a look at the different types of kits available, the companies that offer them and the varied costs. Please register.
Chick Picks Book Group
Thursday, December 20, 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.
Book Chatter Book Group
Thursday, December 27, 9:30 a.m.
Walton Branch, 21 South Main, Walton, 859-342-BOOK (2665)
Participate in a book discussion group. Call for the monthly title to be discussed.
“A separate list of events for teens and children is published separately.”
and, where would that be?
At this link — easy to search
https://nkytribune.com/2018/12/boone-county-public-library-january-calendar-for-kids-and-teens-includes-visit-from-penguins/