Durr Branch Library, Kenton County Public Library, Independence
Kids will improve their reading skills by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Call to RSVP for a 15-minute time slot.
RSVP Categories: Animal Encounters, Library Events Ages: 6 – 8 Years, 9 – 12 Years
Country Pumpkins, Dry Ridge
Country Pumpkins is also a working dairy farm! Meet the beautiful Brown Swiss cows and learn more about cows and milk by watching a demo. The first 100 guests will receive some free chocolate milk, and be sure to stick around for the fall festival fun!
Categories: Animal Encounters, Festivals and Fairs, Nature, Outdoor Activities, Seasonal/Holiday Ages: All ages
Madeira Branch Library, Cincinnati
Meet some of the Zoo’s babies past and present. Take a look behind the scenes to discover what it takes to prepare for the new baby. Presented by members of The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden.
Categories: Animal Encounters, Library Events Ages: All ages
Washington Park, Cincinnati
Help the YWCA of Greater Cincinnati raise awareness about the link between pet abuse and domestic violence.
Categories: Animal Encounters, Fundraisers, Health and Safety, Outdoor Activities Ages: All ages
Chrisholm MetroPark, Trenton
Meet some special guests of the furry and feathery sort, and enjoy some fun activities.
$ Categories: Animal Encounters, Nature, Outdoor Activities Ages: All ages
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, Cincinnati
Trick-or-treat with the animals, visit the Beauty Shop of Horrors, search for the Golden Frisch’s Big Boy, catch Phil Dalton’s Theater of Illusion Shows at 1 and 3 p.m. each day, take a ride on the Hogwarts Express Train Ride (additional fee applies), and take a spin on the Scare-ousel (additional fee applies). It’s so… Read more »
$$ Categories: Animal Encounters, Outdoor Activities, Seasonal/Holiday Ages: All ages
Voice of America MetroPark
Grab your pup and his leash for a community dog walk that supports the mission of Canine Companions for Independence.
Categories: Animal Encounters, Fundraisers, Outdoor Activities Ages: All ages
Parky's Farm at Winton Woods, Cincinnati
RSVP by Oct. 8. Ages 2 – 5 will learn about creepy crawly friends like snakes, turtles and toads.
RSVP $$ Categories: Animal Encounters, Nature, Outdoor Activities, Seasonal/Holiday Ages: 2 – 3 Years, 4 – 5 Years
Scheben Branch, Boone County Public Library
Reading doesn’t have to be ruff! Practice your reading with a certified therapy dog. Call 342-BOOK to schedule your 15-minute time slot.
RSVP Categories: Animal Encounters, Library Events Ages: 6 – 8 Years, 9 – 12 Years
Sharon Woods, Cincinnati
Help support local animal welfare organizations in this animal-friendly run.
$$ Categories: Animal Encounters, Fundraisers, Health and Safety Ages: All ages
Scheben Branch, Boone County Public Library
Get hands-on with some not-so-cuddly and icky creatures…if you dare.
Categories: Animal Encounters, Library Events Ages: All ages
Newport Branch Library, Newport
The Shark Cart brings live sharks to you with the first-ever mobile shark tank on wheels! This program demystifies common misconceptions about sharks and gets you up-close and personal with these amazing creatures. Learn the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, and WHY of sharks! By the end you will discover how you can make a difference… Read more »
RSVP Categories: Animal Encounters, Library Events Ages: 6 – 8 Years, 9 – 12 Years
Mt. Washington Branch Library
Celebrate the magical creatures that Harry and Newt cherish, and discover the fantastic adaptations that 3 of our local avian ambassadors possess! RAPTOR, Inc. will bring live birds to the library to show all of their magical abilities. All ages. No registration required.
Categories: Animal Encounters, Library Events Ages: All ages
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch Library
Come read a story or two to a specially trained therapy dog. Sessions will be 15 minutes. Ages 3-11. Registration required; Library staff will contact you to schedule a specific time.
RSVP Categories: Animal Encounters, Library Events Ages: 4 – 5 Years, 6 – 8 Years, 9 – 12 Years
Voice of America MetroPark
Bark your calendars for a Pupper Costume parade, a trick-or-treat trail designed for dogs and kids, a doggy obstacle course, vendors and more! Use some tail-wagging teamwork for the 2.4 Doggy Dash, and meet some dogs that are currently looking for a home.
$ Categories: Animal Encounters, Nature, Outdoor Activities, Seasonal/Holiday Ages: All ages
Caldwell Nature Preserve, Cincinnati
Brew up some fun with your favorite canine – take a walk on the trail, collect a goody bag, and get info on caring for your pet.
RSVP $ Categories: Animal Encounters, Outdoor Activities Ages: All ages
Wyoming Civic Center, Cincinnati
Bring the pups for fun parade and contests to support Wyoming Youth Services. Online registration begins at 1 p.m., with the parade at 2 p.m. Be sure to stick around for the Halloween Hooplah, complete with a pumpkin decorating/carving contest, spooky music, a hay maze and more.
$ Categories: Animal Encounters, Festivals and Fairs, Seasonal/Holiday Ages: All ages
M.E. Lyons YMCA
Meet Cool Critters, enjoy face painting, games and prizes in this fall festival.
Categories: Animal Encounters, Festivals and Fairs, Seasonal/Holiday Ages: All ages
Anderson Branch Library, Cincinnati
Raptors Inc. presents an up close and personal look at owls native to the area, featuring a visit from three live owl ambassadors.
Categories: Animal Encounters, Library Events Ages: All ages
Florence Branch, Boone County Public Library
See live sharks up close and personal with the Aquarium’s traveling shark tank.
Categories: Animal Encounters, Library Events Ages: All ages
