It’s cold out there (and rainy) and if your family is like ours, your looking to get them out of the house to burn off some energy, and to have some fun. Regardless of season, one of our favorite places to visit is the public library.
Make a Terrarium
Monday, April 02, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Corryville Branch
Celebrate the Spring by creating your own indoor garden, a terrarium! No registration required.
Fossils 101
Tuesday, April 03, 2018
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Harrison Branch
Join us to learn what Cincinnati was like in prehistoric times when it was covered by a warm, shallow sea. Find out how fossils are made, and what kinds of fossils you might find in your own backyard. Also, make your own fossil cast that you can take home! Presented by Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District.
Ages 8-12 Registration required & begins on March 1st
Owls of Ohio
Tuesday, April 03, 2018
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Corryville Branch
Find out about these fascinating feathered creatures of the night with a live animal encounter! No registration required.
Teen Tuesday: Cherry Blossom Craft and Candy Sushi
Tuesday, April 03, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Clifton Branch
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is a springtime tradition in our nation’s capital, Washington D.C. The cherry trees that bloom each year were a gift to the United States from Japan. Enjoy a craft, and make your own candy sushi (a Japanese inspired treat). For ages 11 to 18. Registration is required.
Price Hill D&D Club: Guardians of the Mysterious Realm
Tuesday, April 03, 2018
6:00 PM – 7:45 PM
Price Hill Branch
Young wizards and magical creatures of the Realm of Price Hill unite to explore a world resplendent with mystery and danger. No prior experience with or knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons necessary. Best suited for ages 11 and up, but younger wizards are welcome. Registratoin is not required.
Fun with Science
Wednesday, April 04, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Elmwood Place Branch
Ms. Emma, an architectural engineering student at the University of Cincinnati, will engage tweens and teens in science activities based on architectural concepts of design. No registration required.
Parenting Skills and Infant Care
Wednesday, April 04, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Mt. Healthy Branch
Join us for an introductory program for new/expecting parents and teens who eventually want to become parents. Presented by the dedicated staff at Rosemary’s Babies. Registration is required
Cincy Library Singer-Songwriter Series
Wednesday, April 04, 2018
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Main Library – Popular Library Lounge
Writing lyrics. Crafting melodies. Playing instruments. And singing their songs. Singer-Songwriters do it all. This series features Cincy area singer-songwriters who bring a creative and catchy folk-pop and pop-rock sensibility to their musical art for the ears. Enjoy their words and music once a month in the Popular Library in March, April and May of 2018. This month features Kyle Hackett (www.kylehackett.net). In collaboration with Cincinnati’s DownTowne Listening Room (www.DowntowneListeningRoom.com
Let’s Get Physical! Yoga Series
Thursday, April 05, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Covedale Branch
Join us every Thursday from 4:00-5:00 pm for an all ages Beginning Yoga class with Yoga Instructor Brenda Zechmeister. If possible, please bring a yoga mat or beach towel, water, and sweat towel to class. This yoga series is brought to you in partnership with Price Hill Will. No registration required.
Wump Mucket Puppets Show
Thursday, April 05, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Mt. Washington Branch
Join us for “Bee Happy” presented by Wump Mucket Puppets. The show features puppet star Super Space Princess G’Wizzl visiting The Queen Bee, to learn how bees help us, and how we can help them. All ages welcome. No registration required.
Mother Goose on the Loose
Friday, April 06, 2018
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Harrison Branch
Our youngest wiggleworms are invited to try out our sensory stations on the first Friday and second Saturday of each month! We may get a little messy, but we’ll always have a lot of opportunity to Talk, Sing and Play with our little ones to support our Early Literacy skills. For babies and toddlers and their caregivers. No registration required.
Play & Learn
Friday, April 06, 2018
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Westwood Branch
Join us as 4C for Children presents Play & Learn to promote healthy development and learning. Play & Learn helps parents or relatives, friends and neighbors, who care for children from birth to age 5, that are not enrolled in preschool or child care a foundation for continued learning through school and life. During the sessions, parents and caregivers join in the activities, learn more about their role in preparing children for school, discover how children learn through play, and learn what to expect of children of different ages. Participants also receive activities and materials to take home to extend the learning and the fun! No registration required.
Anime Club!
Friday, April 06, 2018
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Deer Park Branch
Konnichiwa! Teens (ages 13 and up), join us for Japanese treats and new streaming anime along with your favorites. Cast your vote for anime shows you’d like to see for the next meeting, and make a Japanese craft to take home. Card games are welcome. Snacks provided. No registration required.
Magnificent Magnets!
Saturday, April 07, 2018
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Clifton Branch
Explore the fun of science as we check out magnets and magnetism. Hands on learning activities, projects and a cool painting craft will delight and amaze you! No registration required.
Celebrate National Unicorn Day
Saturday, April 07, 2018
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Monfort Heights Branch
Celebrate National Unicorn Day a few days early by making a headband and icy unicorn frapps (drinks)! For teens in grades 6-12. Registration Required.
Captain Underpants Character Party
Saturday, April 07, 2018
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
North Central Branch
Come celebrate Captain Underpants by reading or acting out stories, making crafts, playing games, and having snacks. Activities are geared toward ages 5-10 but all are welcome. No registration required.
Unicorns Galore!
Monday, April 09, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Greenhills Branch
Celebrate National Unicorn Day by creating a unicorn crown, enjoying a unicorn beverage, and unicorn trivia.
Art Club: Paul Klee Castle
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Reading Branch
Using only squares, rectangles, and triangles, create a castle in the style of artist, Paul Klee. Kids 6-12. No registration required.
Sanna Bora
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Main Library – TeenSpot
Sanaa Bora in Swahili means “very best.” Teens will learn about the musical history of and learn how to play traditional instruments in the Swahili culture including congo, djembe, and gitaa. No registration required.
Yoga for Kids
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Hyde Park Branch
Yoga for kids presented by a kid! Come and meet Vivienne Konz who is certified to teach yoga. She would love to introduce you to the world of yoga. No registration required.
Price Hill D&D Club: Guardians of the Mysterious Realm
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
6:00 PM – 7:45 PM
Price Hill Branch
Young wizards and magical creatures of the Realm of Price Hill unite to explore a world resplendent with mystery and danger. No prior experience with or knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons necessary. Best suited for ages 11 and up, but younger wizards are welcome. Registratoin is not required.
A Frog’s Life
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Greenhills Branch
How do frogs grow from a tadpole to an adult, and what do they do along the way? Students will learn all about the fabulous world of frogs through an engaging story time. Reservations not required. For ages 8 to 12.
Star Wars Bingo
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Harrison Branch
May the force be with you as you play Star Wars Bingo for a chance to win prizes! Ages 12 and under with a caregiver
Registration required and begins March 1st
CAC HOMESCHOOL DAY
Thursday, April 12, 2018
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Symmes Township Branch
Join the Contemporary Arts Center for a special workshop designed specifically for homeschool families. Stop by the library to participate in hands-on art making, learn about contemporary artists and take home an extended learning sheet with tips and resources for building on what you’ve discovered. This program is designed for children ages 6-12 and their parent or caregiver. Space is limited.
Wiggly Worms!
Thursday, April 12, 2018
3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
Oakley Branch
Join the Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District as we discover the world of worms with the story “Tunneling Earthworms”; they will learn what they eat, how they survive, and what environment they live in. A worm bin will be brought into the classroom for kids to have a hands-on experience with worms and soil and investigate why the underground world is so important to us. Ages 5-12. No registration required.
Cool Science: Jump to Jupiter!
Thursday, April 12, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Pleasant Ridge Branch
Participants jump through a course from the grapefruit-sized “Sun,” past poppy-seed-sized “Earth,” and on to marble-sized “Jupiter’ – and beyond! By counting the jumps needed to reach each object, children experience first-hand the vast scale of our solar system. Learn about the planets, then make a planet craft!
Let’s Get Physical! Yoga Series
Thursday, April 12, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Covedale Branch
Join us every Thursday from 4:00-5:00 pm for an all ages Beginning Yoga class with Yoga Instructor Brenda Zechmeister. If possible, please bring a yoga mat or beach towel, water, and sweat towel to class. This yoga series is brought to you in partnership with Price Hill Will. No registration required.
Mud Painting
Thursday, April 12, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
St. Bernard Branch
Educator Gwen Roth celebrates the joys of mud and teaches children the importance of dirt. The children have their own chance to explore when they create “mud finger paintings”. No registration required.
The Lorax Presented by Gwen Roth, from the Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District
Friday, April 13, 2018
4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Wyoming Branch
In this Dr. Seuss book, children learn what happens when The Onceler’s greed takes too much from the forest of the beautiful Truffula Trees, affecting everything that depends on them. During this interactive environmental story, children will enter into a Dr. Seuss tent with life-sized scenery and will help to hang up characters and images from the story as it is being read. Children Ages 4-7 years with adult caregiver to remain during the program.
Special Needs Family Night
Friday, April 13, 2018
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Green Township Branch
Come join us for a special after hours program for families with special needs. This open house event is designed to provide an opportunity for a low stress visit to the Library to explore the collection, activities and educational resources. All ages welcome. No registration required.
Cincinnati Museum Center STEM Girls University
Saturday, April 14, 2018
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Main Library
STEM Girls University is a program designed to introduce STEM Girls participants to STEM concepts through in-depth discussion and activities featuring women in science. Registration is required. To register, call 287-7001 or visit www.cincymuseum.org/STEMgirls.
Farmyard Friends
Saturday, April 14, 2018
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Madeira Branch
Presented by Girl Scout Troop 40372. Registration not required.
Mother Goose on the Loose
Saturday, April 14, 2018
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Harrison Branch
Our youngest wiggleworms are invited to try out our sensory stations! We may get a little messy, but we’ll always have a lot of opportunity to Talk, Sing and Play with our little ones to support our Early Literacy skills. For babies and toddlers and their caregivers. No registration required.
Raptor Inc.
Saturday, April 14, 2018
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
North Central Branch
A 45-60 minute presentation featuring 3 live avian ambassadors. Up close and personal, you can see and learn about the adaptations which make birds of prey supreme hunters of the sky. The program will describe raptor diets, habitats, nesting habits and their role in the food web, as well as other interesting topics. Artifacts (such as wings, feet, pellets, etc.) will be available for touching and raptor vocalizations will be played. No registration is required.
Every Child Ready to Read
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Price Hill Branch
Learn what you can do to help your 3-6 year old learn how to read. No registration required.
Parenting Skills: Choosing the Right Day Care
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Mt. Healthy Branch
Join us for an introductory program for new/expecting parents and teens who eventually want to become parents. Presented by the dedicated staff at 4C for Children.
Price Hill D&D Club: Guardians of the Mysterious Realm
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
6:00 PM – 7:45 PM
Price Hill Branch
Young wizards and magical creatures of the Realm of Price Hill unite to explore a world resplendent with mystery and danger. No prior experience with or knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons necessary. Best suited for ages 11 and up, but younger wizards are welcome. Registratoin is not required.
Kid’s Activity Hour – Giraffes & Jelly Beans!
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Miami Township Branch
Enjoy a reading of “The Jelly Bean Tree” by: Toni Yuly; then make your own jelly bean birds nest and giraffe neck! All Materials Provided. Recommended for ages 3-9 years. Families Welcome. No Registration Required.
Artbrary
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Main Library
Do you love to read? Love art? Join the Library and members of the Contemporary Art Center staff for Artbrary, a new event designed for young adults. Meet up at the Contemporary Art Center on select Wednesdays to discuss art, books, music, and more, then view related artworks from the CAC exhibitions. FREE. No registration required.
Let’s Get Physical! Yoga Series
Thursday, April 19, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Covedale Branch
Join us every Thursday from 4:00-5:00 pm for an all ages Beginning Yoga class with Yoga Instructor Brenda Zechmeister. If possible, please bring a yoga mat or beach towel, water, and sweat towel to class. This yoga series is brought to you in partnership with Price Hill Will. No registration required.
Mad Scientists! Egg-tastic Experiments!
Thursday, April 19, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Green Township Branch
It’s Egg-tastic! Find out what makes an egg so extraordinary with cool experiments! For Grades 3-6. Registration Required.
Teen Time: Recycled T-Shirt Bag
Thursday, April 19, 2018
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Forest Park Branch
Celebrate Earth Day with this one of a kind tote bag made from a t-shirt. Bring your own t-shirt or one will be provided. No registration required.
Music to Grow On
Friday, April 20, 2018
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Greenhills Branch
Music activities for preschoolers and their caregivers to use throughout the week, including song, movement, rhythm, and instruments. These types of activities have been shown to enhance language and learning skills in young children. No registration required.
Play & Learn
Friday, April 20, 2018
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Westwood Branch
Join us as 4C for Children presents Play & Learn to promote healthy development and learning. Play & Learn helps parents or relatives, friends and neighbors, who care for children from birth to age 5, that are not enrolled in preschool or child care a foundation for continued learning through school and life. During the sessions, parents and caregivers join in the activities, learn more about their role in preparing children for school, discover how children learn through play, and learn what to expect of children of different ages. Participants also receive activities and materials to take home to extend the learning and the fun! No registration required.
Choosing a College: Considerations for the Student with Learning Differences
Saturday, April 21, 2018
9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
Main Library – Huenefeld Tower Room
Join the Institute for Learning Differences at Thomas More College for an informative series on helping students with learning differences transition to college. Topic: Students with Autism; the Transition to College and Beyond
This program will present parents and professions working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, the changes in educational law and regulations, the challenges students on the spectrum face in college, and the best practices in supporting students as they transition into higher education. A question and answer session will follow.
Starting Sprouts!: Family Gardening @ The Library
Saturday, April 21, 2018
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Oakley Branch
Bring the whole family to the Oakley Library to learn about how things grow! Julie Crook from the Ohio State University Extension office will be on hand to show how seeds grow and help little gardeners plant their own small potted plant. Afterwards, stay and decorate your seedling pot with library staff. Registration is required.
Striking String Bowls
Saturday, April 21, 2018
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Greenhills Branch
Come celebrate Earth Day and create a striking string bowl from scraps and glue! No registration required.
Price Hill D&D Club: Guardians of the Mysterious Realm
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
6:00 PM – 7:45 PM
Price Hill Branch
Young wizards and magical creatures of the Realm of Price Hill unite to explore a world resplendent with mystery and danger. No prior experience with or knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons necessary. Best suited for ages 11 and up, but younger wizards are welcome. Registratoin is not required.
Library Knights
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Main Library – TeenSpot
Play Ki Khanga, Dungeons and Dragons, and other RPGs in a welcoming and supportive environment. New and experienced players welcome. No registration required.
Spring Tea Party
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Blue Ash Branch
Join local entrepreneur Beverly Mussari for a family-friendly tea service with light snacks. Registration required – please register each attending family member separately.
YAY! Youth Advocating for Youth
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Main Library – TeenSpot
Join Youth Advocating for Youth! Learn how to navigate life’s challenges and help make the Library a supportive place in a welcoming, non-judgemental environment. Youth Advocating for Youth! YAY is a supportive, non-judgmental teen group that welcomes and celebrates all teens. Activities will include learning stress-management techniques, team building, outside presenters, book and media discussions, and more. YAY members will also help to develop Library…
Let’s Get Physical! Yoga Series
Thursday, April 26, 2018
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Covedale Branch
Join us every Thursday from 4:00-5:00 pm for an all ages Beginning Yoga class with Yoga Instructor Brenda Zechmeister. If possible, please bring a yoga mat or beach towel, water, and sweat towel to class. This yoga series is brought to you in partnership with Price Hill Will. No registration required.
Teens Paint at the Library
Thursday, April 26, 2018
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Wyoming Branch
Create abstract art using canvas, paint and good old-fashion cookie cutters. Registration Required. Sponsored by the Kersten Fund
Words on Warsaw Reading Series
Thursday, April 26, 2018
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Price Hill Branch
A monthly reading series featuring poets and authors from the Price Hill neighborhood and the Cincinnati region. Each month includes 2 featured readers plus an open mic. Bring your ears and your poems! All forms of poetry, writing, and spoken word are welcome. No registration required.
ACT Free Practice Test
Saturday, April 28, 2018
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Clifton Branch
Take a full-length ACT practice test, given under the same testing conditions as the actual exam. Afterwards, you will receive a personalized score report that shows your strengths and weaknesses. Presented by The Princeton Review. Registration is required. Click here to register.
Preschool Magic: Spring Has Sprung!
Monday, April 30, 2018
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Green Township Branch
Get hands on with springtime through stories, a nature walk, and create a signs of spring shadowbox! Ages 3-6. Registration required.
Coding with LittleBits.
Monday, April 30, 2018
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Sharonville Branch
Use these color coded, magnetic building blocks to code and play your very own musical masterpiece! Registration is required
