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Take & Make

Spy Code Craft
2025-09-10 09:00:00 2025-09-10 21:00:00 America/New_York Take & Make Learn how to leave secret messages that only you know how to decode. Newport Branch -

Wednesday, September 10
9:00am - 9:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-10 09:00:00 2025-09-10 21:00:00 America/New_York Take & Make Learn how to leave secret messages that only you know how to decode. Newport Branch -

Learn how to leave secret messages that only you know how to decode.

Take & Makes are not programs to attend, but are prepared crafts and activities that registered patrons can pick up and do at home. You will receive an email when this Take & Make is ready for pickup.

These Take & Makes will be available from September 10 to September 17.

Please register children only: caregivers do not need to register themselves.

If you have questions about our suggested age range or any other questions about this program, please contact Jessi Holloway at nwprograms@cc-pl.org.

Check out all our programs in our online newsletter at https://www.cc-pl.org/connections.

AGE GROUP: | Children (Grades K-5) |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Arts & Crafts |

Newport Branch
nwinfo@cc-pl.org
Phone: 859-572-5035
Branch manager
Valerie Davis
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

Mon, Sep 01 Closed
(All library locations will be closed for Labor Day.)
Tue, Sep 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Sep 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Sep 04 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Sep 05 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Sat, Sep 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 07 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Branch manager
Valerie Davis
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901 East 6th Street
Newport, KY 41071
Tel: 859-572-5035

Upcoming Events

Collages in Lids
Wed, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
New venue Newport Branch - Newport Kinsella Community Room
Come join us to make magnetized jar lid collages.
Bridges to Healthcare Careers
Wed, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch
Learn about Brighton Center's short-term cohort program.
Virtual Author Talk with Hannah Nicole Maehrer copy - On Writing Darkly Charming Villainous Love
Wed, Sep 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Digital
Join us for a virtual author talk with Nicole Maehrer
Register
Toddler Story Time - Ages 2 - 3
Thu, Sep 04, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Get up and move in this active and musical story time. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Impromptu
Thu, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
This is a weekly after-school hangout where you can come play board games, hang out, eat snacks, draw and so much more. Come and have some fun with us!
DIY Fidget Bracelets
Thu, Sep 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Come make your own fidget bracelet or keychain.
Must Read Romance: Pirate Romance
Thu, Sep 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Do you love reading romance novels? Want to talk about your latest read or share book recommendations? Join our romance genre-focused book club that is not like your traditional book club!
Baby Story Time - (Ages Newborn - 2)
Fri, Sep 05, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Grab the littlest ones for a story time that promotes bonding with your baby. During Baby Story Time, we sing, rhyme and read. Following story time will be free play.
Dungeons and Dragons
Fri, Sep 05, 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Welcoming experienced and new players alike, we will play Dungeons & Dragons 5e at our Cold Spring Branch!
Play, Explore, Build at Chief Sayers Park
Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Outreach
Join us at Chief Sayers Park located on Ash Street in Silver Grove, KY for Play, Explore, Build! We supply the building materials, you bring the imagination and creativity!
Tot Time - Ages 1-3
Mon, Sep 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Build your child's development skills through engaging and interactive themed stories, songs and gross motor play. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Movers and Shakers - Ages 2-3
Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Shake, move and sing in this active and musical story time. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Ready for K Through Play
Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Books, music and play are the focus of this story time to get your child ready for kindergarten! Each week highlights a different activity to encourage skill development.
Tot Time - Ages 1-3
Mon, Sep 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Build your child's development skills through engaging and interactive themed stories, songs, and gross motor play. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Northern Kentucky Health Department Mobile Unit
Mon, Sep 08, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch
The Northern Kentucky Health Department will visit our Fort Thomas Branch with the Mobile Health Unit.
Uke Can Play the Ukulele - Grades K-5
Mon, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Designed for budding and experienced musicians alike!
Design Your Own Puzzle
Mon, Sep 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Unleash your creativity and design your very own puzzle! Choose colors and patterns to make a puzzle that's uniquely yours. You can express your artistic side and bring your ideas to life.
Minecraft Club
Mon, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Join us at the Cold Spring Branch as we return to the world of Minecraft using the library's server!
Movers and Shakers
Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
This story time focuses on the benefits of movement with lots of fun and silly activities, plus books and songs!
Homeschool Hangout - Giant Games
Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Make new friends with other homeschool students while trying fun new activities each month.
Preschool Story Time - Ages 3-5
Tue, Sep 09, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Join us every week to help your child develop their pre-literacy and motor skills with themed stories, gross motor play and crafts.
Community Conversation: Shaping Our Region's Future
Tue, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
We need every voice, including yours! Discuss your top concerns around climate and how we can best protect our grandchildren and future generations.
Anime Club
Tue, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Are you a teen and like anime? Then you should be here!
Youth First - Employment Opportunities for Ages 16-24
Tue, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Newport Branch
Learn about this state-wide initiative from Ali Kline, youth navigator with the Northern Kentucky Area Development District.
Ice Cream Spaghetti - Ages 11-19
Tue, Sep 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Let's make ice cream that looks like pasta!
DIY Wood Coasters
Tue, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Come make your own personalized coasters.
Rough Draft Collab Writer's Club
Tue, Sep 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Are you struggling with your work in progress? Do you want to connect with other local writers for advice? Join us at the new Cold Spring Writer's Club led by local published author Cherie Dawn Haas.
Take & Make - Spy Code Craft
Wed, Sep 10, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Newport Branch
Learn how to leave secret messages that only you know how to decode.
Toddler Time
Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and bouncy rhymes that will exercise your little ones' busy bodies and busy minds. Followed by a craft to match the day's theme.
Baby Bounce and Rhyme (Newborn-2)
Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Support your baby's language learning with a story, songs and play. Doors open at 10 and story time begins around 10:15.
Toddler Time
Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and bouncy rhymes that will exercise your little ones' busy bodies and busy minds. Followed by a craft to match the day's theme.
Northern Kentucky Health Department Mobile Unit
Wed, Sep 10, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Cold Spring Branch
The Northern Kentucky Health Department will visit our Cold Spring Branch with the Mobile Health Unit.
Coffee & Conversation: 'Yellowface' by R.F. Kuang - Ages 18 and Up
Wed, Sep 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Looking for a laidback book club to join? Join us on the second Wednesday of each month as we discuss that month’s book and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. New members are always welcome!
Virtual Author Talk: Jefferson Fisher - Argue Less and Talk More
Wed, Sep 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alexandria Branch
Join us for a virtual author talk with Jefferson Fisher.
Register
Manga to Anime Club - ‘The Seven Deadly Sins’ by Nakaba Suzuki
Wed, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Join us at the Alexandria Branch for Manga to Anime Club!
Author Talk & Paint: 'Tropetails' - Ages 18 and Up
Wed, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Come chat and craft with Margaret C. Beeler, author of the cocktail recipe book, 'Tropetails'.
Cup of Crime - 'The Woman in the Library' by Sulari Gentill
Wed, Sep 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Cup of Crime is a book club that meets at 7 pm on the second Wednesday of each month. This is for adults who love reading mysteries and spooky stuff!
Baby Time with Melodies to Grow On
Thu, Sep 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Baby Time this week will feature a special guest, Rachel Sedmak of Melodies to Grow On.
Preschool Time - Ages 3-5
Thu, Sep 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Join us every week to help your child develop their pre-literacy and motor skills with themed stories, gross motor play and crafts.
Senior Planet: Intro to Chatting with AI
Thu, Sep 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Conference Room
Curious about using ChatGPT or Gemini, but you aren't sure where to start? In this lecture, we’ll explore tips for using generative AI chat programs so you can make them work for you.
Toddler Story Time - Ages 2 - 3
Thu, Sep 11, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Get up and move in this active and musical story time. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Homeschool: Ice Cream Science
Thu, Sep 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Kinsella Community Room
Learn the science behind the creation of one of the tastiest treats!
Impromptu
Thu, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
This is a weekly after-school hangout where you can come play board games, hang out, eat snacks, draw and so much more. Come and have some fun with us!
Storytime with Urban Native Collective
Thu, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Members of the Cincinnati Urban Native Collective will read stories from children's books written by Native authors and make art that accompanies the stories.
Together Time Tales - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Spend some quality time together while reading, playing and learning. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Community Conversation: Shaping Our Region's Future
Fri, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Newport Branch
We need every voice, including yours! Discuss your top concerns around climate and how we can best protect our grandchildren and future generations.
Baby Story Time - (Ages Newborn - 2)
Fri, Sep 12, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Grab the littlest ones for a story time that promotes bonding with your baby. During Baby Story Time, we sing, rhyme and read. Following story time will be free play.
Tween Book Club - Animal Main Character
Fri, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Kinsella Community Room
Sometimes reading is more fun when you have others to talk to! Tween Book Club is a show and tell for young bookworms.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens - Ages 11-19
Fri, Sep 12, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Conference Room,Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Join us at the library to play Dungeons & Dragons 5e!
This event is full
Signature Series: The Burnett Sisters Band
Fri, Sep 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Bluegrass is back at our Newport Branch!
The Book Bus at Bellevue Art in the Park
Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Outreach
The Book Bus will be parked at Bellevue Beach Park for Art in the Park!
Tot Time - Ages 1-3
Mon, Sep 15, 9:30am - 10:00am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Build your child's development skills through engaging and interactive themed stories, songs and gross motor play. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Movers and Shakers - Ages 2-3
Mon, Sep 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Shake, move and sing in this active and musical story time. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Ready for K Through Play
Mon, Sep 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Books, music and play are the focus of this story time to get your child ready for kindergarten! Each week highlights a different activity to encourage skill development.
Tot Time - Ages 1-3
Mon, Sep 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Build your child's development skills through engaging and interactive themed stories, songs, and gross motor play. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
You've Been Booked - 'Two Degrees' by Alan Gratz
Mon, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
You've Been Booked is a book club for teens that meets at 3 pm on the third Monday of each month! Attendees are encouraged to bring a device such as a smartphone or laptop to use in Blooket trivia.
Monday Night Movie: 'A Minecraft Movie' - All Ages
Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Bring your friends and family to enjoy a movie at the library. Make themed crafts and enjoy some light snacks while you watch.
Vision Boards
Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue Newport Branch - Newport Kinsella Community Room
Dream big! The possibilities are endless and are only limited by your imagination.
Homeschool Hive: A Rabbit is a Mammal - Kids of All Ages
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Meet and interact with two ambassador rabbits from Gorman Heritage Farm while you explore the needs of living things and what makes them a mammal.
Tuesday Book Club: 'The Lion Women of Tehran'
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
The Tuesday Book Club meets on the third Tuesday of every month. We discuss a wide variety of genres but focus on popular fiction and nonfiction.
Movers and Shakers
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
This story time focuses on the benefits of movement with lots of fun and silly activities, plus books and songs!
Preschool Story Time - Ages 3-5
Tue, Sep 16, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Join us every week to help your child develop their pre-literacy and motor skills with themed stories, gross motor play and crafts.
Homeschool Hive: Rabbit Families - Ages 8-14
Tue, Sep 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Learn fascinating facts about rabbits with Felix and Binx: Gorman Heritage Farm's two ambassador rabbits. Discover their unique characteristics, adaptations, behavior, how they help a farm and more.
Talking Tech Troubles: Streaming Services - Ages 18 and Up
Tue, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Conference Room
This month's topic is streaming services! From YouTube to Spotify, we will talk about what streaming means, how much it could cost, what devices you can use and what services are available.
Anime Club
Tue, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Are you a teen and like anime? Then you should be here!
Light Up Bookmarks - Ages 11-19
Tue, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Come make glowing bookmarks with simple circuits!
Cam’s Kids Book Club - 'Up, Up, Ever Up! Junko Tabei' by Anita Yasuda
Tue, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Cam's Kids Book Club meets at 4:30 pm on the third Tuesday of each month.
This event is full
Bottle Cap Music Shakers
Tue, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Kinsella Community Room
Transform "trash" into a colorful and fun musical instrument.
Toddler Time
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and bouncy rhymes that will exercise your little ones' busy bodies and busy minds. Followed by a craft to match the day's theme.
Baby Bounce and Rhyme (Newborn to 2)
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Support your baby's language learning with a story, songs and play. Doors open at 10 and story time begins around 10:15.
Toddler Time
Wed, Sep 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and bouncy rhymes that will exercise your little ones' busy bodies and busy minds. Followed by a craft to match the day's theme.
Memory Café
Wed, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
A free program for those living with memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer's or brain injuries and their caregivers.
Senior Social Hour
Wed, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Connect with others over games or a craft!
Virtual Author Talk: Gabe Henry - Our failed Attempts to Make English Eezier to Spell
Wed, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Digital
Join us for a virtual author talk with Gabe Henry.
Register
Bedazzled Craft
Wed, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
New venue Newport Branch - Newport Kinsella Community Room
We will have a few different items that you can decorate with colorful gems. 
Baby Time
Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Help build your baby's language skills through engaging and interactive songs, rhymes, simple movement games and books. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Preschool Time - Ages 3-5
Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Cold Spring Branch
Join us every week to help your child develop their pre-literacy and motor skills with themed stories, gross motor play and crafts.
Toddler Story Time - Ages 2 - 3
Thu, Sep 18, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Get up and move in this active and musical story time. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Homeschool Book to Movie Club - 'Star Wars: A New Hope' by Alexandra Bracken
Thu, Sep 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
At 11:30 on every third Thursday of the month, we will discuss the club's book with a special talk about its movie counterpart.
Impromptu
Thu, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
This is a weekly after-school hangout where you can come play board games, hang out, eat snacks, draw and so much more. Come and have some fun with us!
Clay Crafts of India
Thu, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop from the Cultural Center of India to celebrate the rich, artistic traditions of India!
Mini Book Charm
Thu, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Come make your own mini book charm keychain.
Flower Pen Bouquets - Ages 8-14
Thu, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Make a bouquet of flowers out of colorful pens!
Pajama Story Time
Thu, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Join us in your comfiest jammies for an evening story time, coloring and bubbles.
Together Time Tales - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Spend some quality time together while reading, playing and learning. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Baby Story Time - (Ages Newborn - 2)
Fri, Sep 19, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Grab the littlest ones for a story time that promotes bonding with your baby. During Baby Story Time, we sing, rhyme and read. Following story time will be free play.
After Hours Adult Game Night
Fri, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
It’s game on! Bring friends or meet new ones while you play card and board games.
Family Roblox Club
Sat, Sep 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Join the Family Roblox Club, where we play different Roblox games every month on private VIP servers hosted by the Campbell County Public Library staff.
Books and Brunch Book Club - 'The Secret History of Bigfoot' by John O'Connor
Sat, Sep 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
The Books and Brunch Book Club meets at 11:30 am on the third Saturday of each month.
The Book Bus at the Wilder Touch a Truck
Sat, Sep 20, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Outreach
Come out to see the Book Bus in addition to more of your favorite emergency vehicles and trucks at Wilder's Touch-A-Truck!
Tot Time - Ages 1-3
Mon, Sep 22, 9:30am - 10:00am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Build your child's development skills through engaging and interactive themed stories, songs and gross motor play. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Movers and Shakers - Ages 2-3
Mon, Sep 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Shake, move and sing in this active and musical story time. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Ready for K Through Play
Mon, Sep 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Books, music and play are the focus of this story time to get your child ready for kindergarten! Each week highlights a different activity to encourage skill development.
Tot Time - Ages 1-3
Mon, Sep 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Build your child's development skills through engaging and interactive themed stories, songs, and gross motor play. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Chess Club - Grades K-5
Mon, Sep 22, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Looking for a fun, engaging and brain-boosting activity? Both budding grandmasters and complete beginners are welcome to learn and play Chess. Drop in at any time during the program to join the fun.
Bubble Art
Mon, Sep 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Join us for bubble art fun! We will use bubbles and paint to create colorful, one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Perfect for little artists of all ages. Come ready to get creative and maybe a little messy! 
Teen Hangout - Textured Canvas Paintings
Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
A space for teens to hang out! Not feeling this month’s activity? That’s okay! Bring your favorite game to share, use the library’s collection, do some crafts or just hang out with friends!
Movers and Shakers
Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
This story time focuses on the benefits of movement with lots of fun and silly activities, plus books and songs!
Supported Story Time - All Ages
Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Enjoy a story time designed for individuals with developmental disabilities and their caregivers. Register to take part in the fun and community. Attend in person or through our virtual option.
Preschool Story Time - Ages 3-5
Tue, Sep 23, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Join us every week to help your child develop their pre-literacy and motor skills with themed stories, gross motor play and crafts.
DIY Felt Flowers - Ages 18 and Up
Tue, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Make beautiful and soft flowers to decorate your home!
Anime Club
Tue, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Are you a teen and like anime? Then you should be here!
Clay Trinket Dish
Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Come make your own unique trinket dish, prefect for holding jewelry or keys.
This event is full
Easing Into Home Ownership
Tue, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Learn the process of home ownership for first time buyers.
DIY Felt Flowers (Repeat Program) - Ages 18 and Up
Tue, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Make beautiful and soft flowers to decorate your home!
NKY Forum- What's on Your Shelf - Challenges & Opportunities for Building Library Collections
Tue, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Outreach
NKY Forum highlights libraries and how they build they're collections.
Register
Toddler Time
Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and bouncy rhymes that will exercise your little ones' busy bodies and busy minds. Followed by a craft to match the day's theme.
Baby Bounce and Rhyme (Newborn to 2)
Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Support your baby's language learning with a story, songs and play. Doors open at 10 and story time begins around 10:15.
Toddler Time
Wed, Sep 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and bouncy rhymes that will exercise your little ones' busy bodies and busy minds. Followed by a craft to match the day's theme.
The Book Bus at the Campbell County Senior Citizens’ Picnic
Wed, Sep 24, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Outreach
The Book Bus will be at the annual Senior Citizens' Picnic at Pendery Park.
Buddy the Bulldog Story Time - Grades K-5
Wed, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Join us for the story of Buddy, the tiny bulldog with a big heart! It's a tale of hope, friendship and finding where you belong.
Neurodiverse Craft Club - Sensory Bottles
Wed, Sep 24, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Neurodiverse Craft Club is a welcoming space for neurodivergent teens and young adults who are looking for a place to learn new things, create fun crafts and build a community.
Baby Time
Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Help build your baby's language skills through engaging and interactive songs, rhymes, simple movement games and books. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Preschool Time - Ages 3-5
Thu, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Join us every week to help your child develop their pre-literacy and motor skills with themed stories, gross motor play and crafts.
Toddler Story Time - Ages 2 - 3
Thu, Sep 25, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Get up and move in this active and musical story time. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Impromptu
Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
This is a weekly after-school hangout where you can come play board games, hang out, eat snacks, draw and so much more. Come and have some fun with us!
Johnny Appleseed Day
Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Celebrate the legacy of Johnny Appleseed by reading stories inspired by his life, playing games, making crafts and enjoying an apple snack.
Minions Clay Pot
Thu, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
You never know when you will need your own sidekick. Come make your own minions to help with your not so evil plans.
Tween Pokémon Party - Ages 8-14
Thu, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Play trivia, do a Pokémon-themed craft and more at this celebration of all things Pokémon! This month's theme is Steel Type Pokémon.
Picture Frame Embroidery
Thu, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Kinsella Community Room
Kids will learn basic embroidery stitches and create a handmade frame out of popsicle sticks.
Putting the Garden to Bed - Ages 18 and Up
Thu, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Learn about caring for your garden as the season shifts into the colder months.
Tot Time - Ages 1-3
Mon, Sep 29, 9:30am - 10:00am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Build your child's development skills through engaging and interactive themed stories, songs and gross motor play. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Movers and Shakers - Ages 2-3
Mon, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Shake, move and sing in this active and musical story time. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Ready for K Through Play
Mon, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Books, music and play are the focus of this story time to get your child ready for kindergarten! Each week highlights a different activity to encourage skill development.
Tot Time - Ages 1-3
Mon, Sep 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Build your child's development skills through engaging and interactive themed stories, songs, and gross motor play. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Kids' Makerspace - Grades K-5
Mon, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Welcome to the ultimate creativity hub for young creators! Stop by anytime during the program to enjoy hands-on exploration in our playground of innovative tools and materials.
CCPL Digital Escape Rooms! - Available 24/7
Tue, Sep 30, All day
Digital
We know how much our patrons enjoy our Escape Room programs, so we put together some fun Digital Escape Rooms that you can access from home! Always Available Online!
Senior Planet: Virtual Classes & Tech Help - Available 24/7
Tue, Sep 30, All day
Digital
Senior Planet brings older adults together. Their free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more.
Movers and Shakers
Tue, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
This story time focuses on the benefits of movement with lots of fun and silly activities, plus books and songs!
Preschool Story Time - Ages 3-5
Tue, Sep 30, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Join us every week to help your child develop their pre-literacy and motor skills with themed stories, gross motor play and crafts.
Anime Club
Tue, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Are you a teen and like anime? Then you should be here!
LEGOs at the Library - Kids of All Ages
Tue, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Calling all LEGO lovers! Build creations using the library's LEGO collection and make LEGO-themed crafts. Come by anytime during the program to join the fun.
Trivia Night @ The Post
Tue, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
The Post
Join the library to test your knowledge at The Post, located at 1136 S. Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas, KY 41075. Play on your own, with your friends or as a family!
Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs and bouncy rhymes!
Baby Bounce and Rhyme (Newborn to 2)
Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
Support your baby's language learning with a story, songs and play.
Toddler Time
Wed, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Stories, songs and bouncy rhymes that will exercise your little ones' busy bodies and busy minds. Followed by a craft to match the day's theme.
Baby Time
Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Help build your baby's language skills through engaging and interactive songs, rhymes, simple movement games and books. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Preschool Time - Ages 3-5
Thu, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Join us every week to help your child develop their pre-literacy and motor skills with themed stories, gross motor play and crafts.
Toddler Story Time - Ages 2 - 3
Thu, Oct 02, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Get up and move in this active and musical story time. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Virtual Talk: 'Nuestra América - 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the US'
Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Digital
Join us for a virtual talk with educators from the Smithsonian Institution as they discuss Latinas/Latinos who have shaped the United States of America.
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Rescheduled
Senior Planet: Job Searching in the Digital Age
Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Wednesday, October 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch
Interested in getting back into the workforce? Curious about the new “gig” economy? Attend this class to get tips and advice on job searching online.
Impromptu
Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Presidents Room
This is a weekly after-school hangout where you can come play board games, hang out, eat snacks, draw and so much more. Come and have some fun with us!
Exploring Egypt
Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Explore ancient Egypt with crafts, games and other activities!
Crystal Ball
Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Come and make a magical crystal ball.
Tween Canvas Bag Decorating - Ages 8-14
Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Customize your own canvas bag!
Sticker Creation
Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Newport Branch - Newport Kinsella Community Room
Learn to make your own stickers using everyday items.
Must Read Romance: Paranormal Romance—Ghosts
Thu, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Do you love reading romance novels? Want to talk about your latest read or share book recommendations? Join our romance genre-focused book club that is not like your traditional book club!
Stargazers Club - Cincinnati Observatory Star Party
Thu, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
The Cincinnati Observatory will join the Stargazers Club to host a Star Party! If the sky is clear, they will also put out high-powered telescopes after the lecture so we can study the stars!
Together Time Tales - Ages 3-5
Fri, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch - Fort Thomas Meeting Room
Spend some quality time together while reading, playing and learning. Time is allowed at the end of the program for open play and interaction.
Baby Story Time - (Ages Newborn - 2)
Fri, Oct 03, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Alexandria Branch - Alexandria Meeting Room
Grab the littlest ones for a story time that promotes bonding with your baby. During Baby Story Time, we sing, rhyme and read. Following story time will be free play.
Dungeons and Dragons
Fri, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Cold Spring Branch - Cold Spring Meeting Room
Welcoming experienced and new players alike, we will play Dungeons & Dragons 5e at our Cold Spring Branch!
Registration opens Wednesday, September 3 2025 at 6:00pm
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