Link to our Event Calendar

Story Times in the Parks Meet us in the parks for story times geared to young children, weather permitting. Story Times move to the library when the air quality is poor, or it rains or feels hotter than 90F, but space will be limited. Check the Event Calendar the evening before whenever you're unsure whether we will meet at a park or at the library. You can also call us at 513-398-2711 the morning of. Siblings of any age are always welcome. We will have Live Animals visiting 6/6 and 6/9 story times! Drop in. No registration required.

Stories @ 10:10 -  geared for toddlers, preschool-aged children and a caretaker. stories, songs, rhymes, and often a takehome craft
Books & Bubbles @ 10:40 - geared for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers together with a caretaker. Board Books, songs, dancing, and bubbles at the end

  • Tuesdays  – Fleckenstein Park Shelter #1, 3834 Mason Montgomery Rd.
  • Wednesdays – Heritage Oaks Park, Shelter by playground,  4601 US-42.
  • Fridays except 7/30 – Cottell Park, Shelter #1 near lake and large playground, 5847 Irwin Simpson Rd.

Story Times in the Library 

Tickets for indoor programs are released 15 minutes prior to start, first come, first served. Line up near the children's DVD's. Children must be present to receive a ticket.

All Ages Family Story Time Tuesdays @ 7:00 -- Children of all ages are invited to join our children's librarians for an interactive session of stories, songs, and takehome crafts. This summer we are learning about friendship, community, and things we do together! Parents should plan to attend with younger children to help with participation. Drop in. 

Preschool SOLO Story Time Thursdays @ 10:10 -  This event is only suitable for children ages 3 to 5 who are ready to sit alone without their grownup in the room as we work learning classroom skills and etiquette. Adults remain nearby, but outside the classroom. Space is limited and first come, first served. 20 spots available. Tickets will be released @10, first come, first served. Line up near the children's DVD's. Children must be present to receive a ticket. Children who are almost, but not *quite* ready to go in solo are able to watch how it works through the glass door or attend Story Time @ the parks. Children who go in, but are still unsure, are able to see their grown-up waiting for them nearby. 

STEAM Story Time for Elementary Children, entering Grades K-6 only.  Attendance is drop in, first come, first served, starting 15 minutes before class. We will have supplies for at least 36 children per session each week. Each class is designed to include science, stories, art, and music. Some weeks there may also be math, dance, games, or a special guest. This class is led by Ms. Cheryl and Jess with several teen volunteers. The weeks are independent of each other. Tickets for indoor programs are released 15 minutes prior to start, first come, first served. Line up near the children's DVD's. Children must be present to receive a ticket.

  • entering Grades K-2: Wednesdays 2-2:45 p.m.– at the library
  • entering Grades 3-4: Thursdays 1--1:45 p.m.– at the library
  • entering Grades 5-6: Thursdays 3-3:45 p.m – at the library

Events away from the library: Meet us in the parks for story times geared to young children, weather permitting. Check the Event Calendar the evening before whenever you're unsure whether we will meet outdoors or cancel due to the conditions. You can also call us at 513-398-2711 the morning of. Siblings of any age are always welcome. Drop in. No registration required.

  • Friday 6/2 6-9 -- Kickoff Booth and crafts at Music in Mason, weather permitting. Sign up, check in, and receive two rare beads for your Reading Necklace!
  • Thursday 6/22 7-9 @ Kingswood Park's pavilion -- Meet the Bees: Stories, crafts, and more: Meet a beekeeper with a traveling hive. Try on a beekeeping suit! Enjoy the pollinator walk.
  • Saturday 7/15 2-3 @ Mason Community Center's Fieldhouse gym, court #1 -- Lego Block Party: Drop in to play with Legos and build with friends.
  • Friday 7/28 1:30 @ MHS small gym, Athletic Entrance -- Grand Finale: Will we call your name? Ms. Cheryl and Jess draw the grand prize winners for summer reading. (You don't need to attend to win, but we hope you will!) More details to come :-)