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Meet Bestselling Author Jeff Shaara
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In commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, author Jeff Shaara will discuss his
bestselling war novels in the Main Library on Saturday, April 2 at 2:00 p.m. His remarks,
followed by a book signing, will take place in the Reading Garden Lounge on the first floor. His work
includes Gods and Generals and The Last Full Measure, the prequel and sequel to his
Pulitzer Prize-winning father's famous Civil War novel The Killer Angels. This free program
is sponsored by the Friends of the Public Library and the Library Programs Fund.
There are still a few reservations left to enjoy lunch with the author at the
Library Foundation's special fundraising reception at noon, prior to Jeff Shaara's free public talk.
Tickets are $100 and include lunch, a meet & greet with the author, priority seating for the
lecture, and an autographed copy of Gods and Generals. For more information or reservations, go
to the Library Foundation's web site.
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April is National Poetry Month
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The Poetry in the Garden series, sponsored by the Friends of the Public Library, returns to the
Main Library's Reading Garden Lounge during National Poetry Month. Talented poets from around
the Tristate will read from their work and share their love of poetry. Programs will be held
on Tuesday evenings April 5, 19 and 26 at 7:00 p.m.
Teens are invited to take part in the Library's 9th Annual Random Acts of Poetry Contest
from April 1-30. Teens ages 12-18 can email their original poems or turn their typed or
handwritten poems into any Library location for their shot at first prize: a $25 gift card
to Chipotle! Visit teenspace
for more details.
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Meet Suspense Author Brian Freeman
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Lovers of the mystery genre and aspiring writers alike can enjoy a presentation by international
bestselling suspense author Brian Freeman at the Delhi Township Branch Library on Wednesday,
May 4 at 7:00 p.m. Since winning the Macavity Award for best first novel in 2005 for Immoral,
Freeman has released five more critically acclaimed psychological suspense novels, including his
recently released book, The Bone House. He will share anecdotes about the mystery genre, the
creative process, and the ups and downs of a writer's life.
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Children's Book Day Festival
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Travel around the world in 180 minutes at El Dia De Los Niños/De Los Libros or Children's Book Day
on Saturday, April 30 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Madeira Branch Library. Enjoy this exciting literacy
fiesta celebrating all cultures. Highlights of the program include an international storytime in
multiple languages, free children's books (while supplies last), costumed storybook characters,
zumba instruction with Rayza Ramirez, Indian Dance with the Cultural Centre of India, and refreshments
courtesy of Costco Wholesale. The festival is presented in partnership with the Kenton County Public
Library and the Cincinnati Recreation Commission with additional support from the Friends of the Public
Library and the Kersten Fund.
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Homework Help Expanded
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As the end of the school year nears, children are grappling with more homework assignments and
trying to prepare for Ohio Achievement Tests. Don't despair because the Library can help.
In-person homework assistance is available six days a week in Homework Central at the Main Library and
one day a week at the Avondale, Bond Hill, College Hill, Price Hill, and West End branch libraries.
Beginning on April 7, on site tutors will also be available Monday-Thursday from 3:00-6:00 p.m.
at the Madisonville, Reading, and Walnut Hills branch libraries. Can't make it to one of our homework
help centers? Visit our web site for Homework Chat,
a free online service with a full range of state-aligned academic skills building and live online help for grades 3-12 seven days a week from 2:00-11:00 p.m.
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Downloadable eBooks and Audiobooks Classes
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With digital technology today you can have access to ebooks and audiobooks anytime and anywhere.
Learn how to take advantage of the Library's downloadable collection to borrow free ebooks for
your e-reader or to download audiobooks to your smartphone or MP3 player.
Visit the Library's web site for a schedule of classes
near you.
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Save the Date to Celebrate Arthur's 35th Birthday
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Plan to join us on Saturday, May 7 at 2:00 p.m. at the Main Library to celebrate 35 years of
Arthur with his creator Marc Brown. The author of the #1 New York Times bestselling children's
book series and six-time Emmy Award-winning television series will talk about Arthur, everyone's
favorite aardvark. He'll share how he writes and illustrates his stories and where his ideas
and beloved book characters come from.
Prior to Marc Brown's free presentation, there will be a surprise birthday party for Arthur.
Children and their parents are invited to enjoy a visit and photo with the costumed storybook
character Arthur, lunch, birthday cake, and fun aardvark activities—all for $25 each or $75 for
a family of four. Contact the Library Foundation for
tickets or more information.
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Downloadable Music Coming Soon!
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Having a Library card has never been more valuable. Cardholders will soon be able to download free
music. All music will be free and you'll get to keep it forever. You'll be able to select from
hundreds of thousands of songs. All songs will work with any MP3 player, iPod, iPhone, and can
be loaded into iTunes. It will work with both PCs and Macs. The new service will begin in mid-May
so make sure your Library card registration is current and your fines are under $10.
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