The Dailies

Saturday, May 4

Hyde Park Branch , Cincinnati

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day with a visit to the library to get some cool free comics! 

Categories: Library Events Ages: 9 – 12 Years, Teens

Madcap Education Center , Cincinnati

Grade schoolers age 5 – 9 years old will enjoy a story adventure using yoga movement. 

$ Categories: Classes, Fitness, Playgroups, Storytimes Ages: 6 – 8 Years, 9 – 12 Years

Sunday, May 5

, Mason

Bestselling author, documentary filmmaker, suicide prevention + mental health advocate, Kevin Hines, will serve as the keynote speaker for this inspirational event. There will be three breakout sessions that will focus on topics such as breaking down the stigma surrounding mental health and how to encourage individuals and families to seek life-changing help. 

$ Categories: Parent Education Ages: Parents Only, Teens

Tower Park , Fort Thomas

Explore local vendors booths, learn from educators and participate in workshops to make the planet a greater place! The second annual FTFC Earth Day will also include tons of family friendly activities, entertainment and food available for purchase. 

Categories: Animal Encounters, Classes, Crafts, Festivals and Fairs, Nature, Outdoor Activities Ages: All ages

Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead , Trenton

Who is more athletic, kids or farm animals? Find out with this program full of farm games, then create crafts and enjoy a snack.

Categories: Animal Encounters, Crafts, Nature Ages: All ages

BCPL- Scheben Branch, Union

Little Chefs (ages 2 – 6 years old) can kneed, roll, toss and slice their way through this Play Doh pizza parlor party! 

RSVP Categories: Crafts, Library Events, Playgroups Ages: 2 – 3 Years, 4 – 5 Years, 6 – 8 Years

Monday, May 6

Bond Hill Branch, Cincinnati

Get ready for Mother’s Day at the library! Create a handmade, all-natural gift for mom that she will love- create a bath bomb, sugar scrub and skin balm.  

Categories: Crafts, Library Events, Seasonal/Holiday Ages: All ages

U.S. Bank Arena, Cincinnati

Head to U.S. Bank Arena for an action-packed night of professional wrestling. WWE RAW superstars will have the crowd on their feet during matchups between Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins vs. Drew McIntyre and Baron Corbin and as women’s tag team champions Bayley and Sasha Banks Elias hit the ring. Don’t miss out on Monday… Read more »

$$ Categories: Sports Ages: All ages

Tuesday, May 7

Wednesday, May 8

Berhinger-Crawford Museum, Covington

Make (and keep) two or more types of slime; analyze the slime using the scientific method. The program is designed for students in grades two through five. 

RSVP $ Categories: Classes, Crafts, Museum Events, Playgroups, Science Ages: 6 – 8 Years, 9 – 12 Years

Green Township Branch , Cincinnati

Gwen from the Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District will present Amazing Monarchs for children in grades 1 – 6. Come learn about these beautiful and important pollinators at the library! 

RSVP Categories: Classes, Library Events, Nature Ages: 6 – 8 Years, 9 – 12 Years

Harrison Branch , Harrison

Join the library and Dave Baker for some “piping hot” fun. Using PVC pipes and connectors, children 12 years old and under can build something fun! 

RSVP Categories: Classes, Crafts, Library Events, Playgroups Ages: 0 - 12 Months, 13 – 24 Months, 2 – 3 Years, 4 – 5 Years, 6 – 8 Years, 9 – 12 Years

BCPL- Main Library , Burlington

No job’s too big, no pup’s too small! Celebrate the Paw Patrol with friends; play games, make crafts and enjoy a yummy snack.

Categories: Crafts, Library Events, Playgroups Ages: 2 – 3 Years, 4 – 5 Years, 6 – 8 Years

Golf Manor Municipal Building, Cincinnati

Learn the basics of backyard composting including how to balance a compost bin, what materials can be composted and some troubleshooting tips.   Hamilton County residents will receive a free kitchen collector, a “Simple Guide to Composting in Your Backyard” booklet and an “I Heart Compost” magnet.

RSVP Categories: Classes, Nature Ages: All ages

Kenton Library- Erlanger Branch, Erlanger

Take a break and spend time with friends decorating cupcakes, playing games and relaxing. This program is for children ages 7 – 13 years old and is limited to the first 40 participants. 

Categories: Crafts, Library Events, Playgroups Ages: 6 – 8 Years, 9 – 12 Years

Thursday, May 9

Symmes Township Branch, Loveland

Homeschool families are welcome to participate in Lego challenges during this fun library program.

RSVP Categories: Library Events Ages: All ages

Behringer-Crawford Museum, Covington

Glitter, rainbows and all things enchanting! Discuss the science behind rainbows and make a mystifying craft to take home. Chippie, BCM’s chipmunk mascot, introduces science to children 3 to 5 years old in this fun and educational monthly series, which incorporates S.T.E.A.M. elements and age-appropriate experiments!

RSVP $ Categories: Classes, Museum Events, Playgroups, Science Ages: 2 – 3 Years, 4 – 5 Years

Oakley Branch , Cincinnati

Show mom some appreciation by creating a special handmade gift! This program is for children ages 3 – 12 year old. 

RSVP Categories: Crafts, Library Events, Seasonal/Holiday Ages: 2 – 3 Years, 4 – 5 Years, 6 – 8 Years, 9 – 12 Years

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