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March 28, 2024

Library Valentines

The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County has plenty of happenings in February to help families celebrate Valentine’s Day — here are just a few that look like extra fun for you and the kids!  Click here to see even more fun Valentine’s Day events at your local library.

Hearts Aflame: Matchbox Valentines
Monday, Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m.
Hyde Park Branch, 2747 Erie Ave., 513-369-4456
Come to the Library and make a matchbox valentine with local artist Nicolette Meade! Ages 10 and up. Registration is required.

Be My Valentine!
Monday, Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m.

Covedale Branch, 4980 Glenway Ave., 513-369-4460 
Valentine stories and songs, and a sweet, simple craft! Especially for families with kids ages 2-6 years old. No registration required.

Make Your Own Valentines
Tuesday, Feb. 10, 6:30 p.m.
Hyde Park Branch, 2747 Erie Ave., 513-369-4456
Simple or fancy, funny or mushy ─ it’s all up to you. Create a masterpiece for someone you love. All ages. No registration required.

Valentine’s Day Craft
Wednesday, Feb. 11, 4 p.m.
Forest Park Branch, 655 Waycross Road, 513-369-4478
Children can come make a fun Valentine’s Day craft! Registration is required.

Candy Kebabs
Wednesday, Feb. 11, 7 p.m.
Sharonville Branch, 10980 Thornview Drive, 513-369-6049
Do you know someone sweet who deserves a nice treat? Make them a candy kebab for Valentine’s Day! This twist on the classic kebab uses candies and is wrapped so it can be given as a gift. All materials provided. Ages 12-18. No registration required.

Get Cooking 
Thursday, Feb. 12, 2:30 p.m.
College Hill Branch, 1400 W. North Bend Road, 513-369-6036
Children can create delicious mini-cupcakes to celebrate Valentine’s Day! No registration required.

Very Valentine
Thursday, Feb. 12, 4 p.m.
Green Township Branch, 7 Endicott Street, 513-369-4441
Make a Valentine for someone special in your life. Enjoy a sweet treat as well. Ages 6 -12. Registration is required.

Valentine Palooza
Thursday, Feb. 12, 6 p.m.

Delhi Township Branch, 5095 Foley Road, 513-369-6019 
Children can listen to stories, eat candy, and make cards and crafts for their friends! No registration required.

A Princess Valentine’s Party
Saturday, Feb. 14, 10 a.m.

Sharonville Branch, 10980 Thornview Drive, 513-369-6049
Come and celebrate in royal style just like your favorite princesses. Enjoy crafts, games, treats and glitter! No registration required. For families with children ages 3-6.

Love Monsters!
Saturday, Feb. 14, 11 a.m.

Greenhills Branch, 7 Endicott Street, 513-369-4441
Make your own Love Monster in celebration of Valentine’s Day. Ages 4-8. No registration required.

Valentine’s Day Craft
Saturday, Feb. 14, 1 p.m.

Loveland Branch, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road, 513-369-4476
Children and families are invited to make a Valentine’s Day craft. No registration required.

Valentine’s Day Party!
Saturday, Feb. 14, 3 p.m.
Miami Township Branch, 8 North Miami Ave., 513-369-6050
Children of all ages and families are invited to celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Library! No registration required.

A Heart-Y, Art-Y, Valentine Party
Saturday, Feb. 14, 3 p.m.

Corryville Branch, 2802 Vine Street, 513-369-6034 
Children are invited to join Nikki Walters for games, decorative face painting, make-and-take Valentine cards and yummy treats! No registration required.

 

 

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