Creepy Critters Canceled

Due to an emergency, the Creepy Critters event on Thursday, October 18, at 6:30 p.m. is canceled.

STEM Education - and the Wind in Your Face!

Exhibit on display through January 6

Exciting news! Boone County Public Library has a new STEM exhibit on display at the Main Library in Burlington - Hands-On Harley Davidson.

This educational traveling exhibit is designed for all kids with an emphasis on STEM education for ages 3 to 12, and it illustrates science, technology, engineering and math through a one-of-a-kind visitor experience that lets kids Dream It! Build It! ... and Ride It!.

View the exhibit on our YouTube Channel. Teachers, we have an Education Packet for you.

Hands-On Harley-Davidson(c)(tm) and Harley-Davidson logos are trademarks of H-D U.S.A., LLC. All rights reserved. Hands-On Harley-Davidson(c)(tm) was developed by the Betty Brinn Children's Museum in cooperation with Harley-Davidson.

Concert in the Library: My Brother's Keeper

Where: Main Library
When: October 19 at 7 p.m.

My Brother's Keeper is a Cincinnati-based Bluegrass and Folk band - with a contemporary sound, energetic shows, creative musicianship, and positive lyrics.

Petersburg Ghost Walk

Where: Chapin Memorial Library
When: October 20 at 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy a lantern walk through historic Petersburg for stories of hauntings, murder, and mayhem. Tours begin at the Community Center, run every 15 minutes, and the last tour begins at 7:45 p.m.

Some of the tour is on uneven ground and has steps, so please plan accordingly.

Co-sponsored by the Boone County Historical Society. $5 per person. Tickets may be purchased in the Main Library in Burlington.

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Presents: The Jungle Book

Where: Scheben Branch
When: October 21 at 1:30 p.m. and again at 3:30 p.m.

In a fast-paced retelling of the beloved story, Mowgli comes face-to-face with sneaky monkeys, noisy vultures, and his mortal enemy - the tiger, Shere Khan.

Please register for The Jungle Book at 1:30 p.m..

Please register for The Jungle Book at 3:30 p.m..

The Lincoln Assassination

Where: Florence Branch
When: October 23 at 7 p.m.

It was the crime of the 19th century and spawned one of the most notorious trials in American history.

Join J.T. Townsend as he discards the myths and legends surrounding Lincoln's assassination, while excavating the truth about the conspiracy to kill Lincoln.

Please register for The Lincoln Assassination.

Ballet Basics

Where: Mail Library
When: October 26 at 11 a.m.

For adults. Did you dream of taking ballet as a child but never had the chance? Learn the fundamentals, including basic positions and stretching.

Wear comfortable clothing with socks and sneakers or appropriate dance shoes.

Please register for Ballet Basics.

Taste and Learn with Chef Caleb

Where: Scheben Branch
When: October 30 at 6:30 p.m.

Chef Caleb from Colonel De Spices will demonstrate the preparation of tasty German dishes.

Sample the results!

Local Author Day 2018

Where: Main Library
When: November 17 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Published and self-published local authors are invited to participate in Local Author Day 2018. There will be a writing and publishing discussion at 1 p.m. followed by a book fair from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Please complete the online application if you are interested in participating.

Hebron Branch Building Project

For more information about the project and progress check the following: