Boone County Public Library is offering these special events during September.
FEATURED
Walton Branch Grand Opening
Sunday, September 29
1-5 p.m.
13000 Towne Center Drive, Walton, KY
Ribbon Cutting at 1 p.m.
CONCERTS
Forest Hills Bluegrass Band
Thursday, September 12
Hebron Branch Amphitheater, 7 p.m.
Bluegrass
Blue Jelly
Friday, September 20
Main Library, 7 p.m.
Classic Rock Covers
ON DISPLAY
Audrea Montgomery
September 19-October 22
Main Library, Curt Bessette Art Gallery
Audrea Montgomery uses bold colors and brushstrokes in her abstract artworks. By means of multiple media, mostly acrylic paint on canvas, Audrea tells a story with striking images. She has expanded her focus from portraits to original modern abstracts.
ADULT: PROGRAMS
K-9 Search and Rescue Dogs
Wednesday, September 4
Scheben Branch, 6:30 p.m.
Discover how highly trained dogs use their sense of smell to detect missing people with Buckeye Search and Rescue Dogs.
History of the Cincinnati Observatory
Thursday, September 5
Main Library, 6:30 p.m.
Historian John E. Ventre and astronomer Dr. Stella Cottam share key historical moments and notable contributions of the Cincinnati Observatory to U.S. scientific inquiry and advancement.
Chip Polston and Kentucky Life
Tuesday, September 10
Main Library, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
View a screening of KET’s Kentucky Life, celebrating the great people, places and ideas of our state, followed by a meet-and-greet with host Chip Polston. Doors open at 6 p.m. Please register at https://ket.org/event/chip-polston-andkentucky-life/
Trekkie Trivia
Wednesday, September 11
Main Library, 6:30 p.m.
Test your knowledge of this futuristic space explorer movie and TV show franchise. Costumes encouraged. Please register.
Dungeons & Dragons
Thursday, September 12
Main Library, 6:30 p.m.
Bring your dice and characters for a magic-filled journey or choose from a selection of premade adventurers
waiting to explore. All levels welcome. Please register.
Introduction to HealthRHYTHMS
Monday, September 16
Florence Branch, 3 p.m.
Experience the health benefits of group drumming in this introduction to a guided drum circle. Seated wellness exercises, shaker and drum activities, and guided imagery included. No musical experience required. Please register.
Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
Wednesday, September 18
Main Library, 6:30 p.m.
Compete in teams of up to four people to see who can be first to finish a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle within a 2-hour time limit. Please register.
Mini Therapy Horses
Tuesday, September 24
Hebron Branch, 6:30 p.m.
Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding and Horsemanship improves the lives of individuals impacted by disabilities and
unique challenges. Pet the horses and experience the healing power they bring.
TWEEN/TEEN: PROGRAMS
ACT Prep
Saturday, September 7
Florence Branch, 10 a.m.-noon
Club Z Tutoring will provide an overview of strategies to prepare students for taking the ACT. Afterwards, each
participant will receive a code to take an online practice test. Please arrive 15 minutes prior for check-in. Please
register.
CHILDREN: PROGRAMS
Spooky Science (family)
Thursday, September 5
Hebron Branch, 6 p.m.
Explore seriously spooky science experiments with Crystal Clear Science. Take home a ghost eyeball. Science – it’s a treat, not a trick!
Grandparents’ Day (family)
Sunday, September 8
Main Library, 2-3:30 p.m.
Drop in with your grandparents for games, crafts, activities and memories!
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park: Tomás and the Library Lady (family)
Saturday, September 14
Scheben Branch, 2 p.m.
Tomás, the son of migrant farm workers, meets a librarian who introduces him to the wonderful world of books. The stories enrich the lives of Tomás’ family and instill a love of reading. This performance can be
understood by both English and Spanish speakers. Please register.
Multilingual Music (family)
Tuesday, September 24
Main Library, 6 p.m.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the incredible sounds of Jose Luis Palacio, local guitarist! Featuring songs in multiple languages.
Benton Family Farm (grades K-5)
Saturday, September 28
Florence Branch, 10-11:30 a.m.
Learn about sheep and see how they are sheared. See a hen, rooster, duck and rabbit in an up-close encounter.
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