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  • Symmes to Host Eco Celebration

    Symmes to Host Eco Celebration

    Photo by Symmes Township

    Symmes, Township, Ohio – The Township will host the Symmes Eco Celebration on Saturday, April 12th at Symmes Park from 9 AM until Noon. This free event will celebrate Earth Day with exhibits, demos and fun activities. Also, explore nature with a walk and scavenger hunt.

    In addition, the Township will hold a fishing derby for children age 5 through 12. Trophies will be awarded for the first caught and biggest fish. This activity requires registration by April 4th. Symmes residents will be given priority.

    For more information, go to www.symmestownship.org.

    • Nature Walk
    • Scavenger Hunt
    • Fishing Derby
    • Cool Critter Outreach presentation

  • Geno Hicks scoops up as winner of Symmes Township Name the Snow Plow contest

    Geno Hicks scoops up as winner of Symmes Township Name the Snow Plow contest

    Symmes Township, Ohio – And there it is, 7-year-old Geno Hicks submitted the winning name in the Township’s “Name the Snow Plow Contest”.

    He entered the name “Scoop, There It Is” and the Road crew selected it as the winner. Geno will help unveil the new truck as soon as it is ready.

  • Library pausing in-person service Monday due to surge in COVID-19 cases

    Library pausing in-person service Monday due to surge in COVID-19 cases

    Cincinnati and Hamilton County, Ohio – “The health and safety of customers and staff is our first priority,” said Paula Brehm-Heeger in an announcement issued July 2 by the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County. Paula Brehm-Heeger is the Director of the system of libraries.

    Paula Brehm-Heeger is the Director of the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County

    Her statement was issued after Thursday’s announcement by Governor DeWine and his team of health professionals unveiled a new monitoring and reporting system for COVID 19 infections in each county.

    The “Ohio Public Health Advisory System” is based upon a set of criteria and categorizes all Ohio counties in one of four levels. Counties are rated as:  1) yellow, 2) orange, 3) red or 4) purple — with purple being the highest cautionary rating.

    Seven counties in Ohio are rated “red” including Hamilton County.  The description and guidelines for level three include:

      • Very high exposure and spread
      • Limit activities as much as possible
      • Follow all current health orders

    “Based upon this new information, we have made the difficult decision to pause in-person services in our buildings beginning Monday, July 6,” said Brehm-Heeger. All of the 28 open locations will continue to provide curbside or drive-thru service, and they will continue to open nine more locations to provide these services throughout July.

    This temporary change is a proactive decision to help limit the spread of the virus, according to Brehm-Heeger. “We will monitor news and information from health officials daily so we can bring back in-person service as soon as the situation improves and the key alert indicators start trending downward. We have repeatedly been reminded that the pandemic is fast moving and requires our quick response and ability to adjust plans accordingly.” Thank you for your continued patience and understanding as we adjust to the pandemic and find new ways to serve you.”

    Between now and the middle of July, the Library is phasing services back in, with new locations being added each week. The goal is to be providing services at all locations by mid-July. The exception is Price Hill, as that location is currently closed through the end of 2020 for a major renovation and expansion project. “We’ll use this space to keep you up to date on what is going on. We are excited to see you again,” said Kathy Taylor, Regional Manager in a statement issued on July 3.

    The Loveland Branch currently has Curbside Service only and no Drive-Thru Service is planned.

    Brehm-Heeger said, “Thank you for your continued patience and understanding as we adjust to the pandemic and find new ways to serve you.”

    Hours of Service 

    Beginning June 15, all open locations will be operating from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

    Book Drops 

    All locations are accepting returns through their book drops, except Price Hill. Materials are being quarantined for 3 days before being checked-in, so it will be a few days before you see any changes reflected on your account.

    Curbside Service 

    • Curbside: Avondale, Blue Ash, Clifton, College Hill, Delhi, Forest Park, Green Township, Hyde Park, Loveland, Madisonville, Mariemont, Monfort Heights, North Central, Oakley, Pleasant Ridge, St. Bernard, Sharonville, Symmes, Walnut Hills, Westwood, West End and Wyoming
    • Beginning July 6th these branches will open curbside service:  Madeira, Mt. Washington
    • Beginning July 13 these branches will open for curbside service: Bond Hill, Cheviot, Corryville, Deer Park, Green Hills, Miami Township, Northside, Norwood

    Scheduled appointments are not required for curbside service, but calling ahead will make the process more efficient for you, especially if you need to do something other than pick up a hold.

    When you arrive at your location for curbside pick-up, look for the curbside service sign, park, and call the branch at the number on the sign.

    Drive-Thru Service  

    Drive-thrus are at these locations: Anderson, Covedale, Groesbeck, Harrison, Reading, and the Downtown Main Library 

    Scheduled appointments are not required drive-thru service, but calling ahead will make the process more efficient for you, especially for curbside service, or if you need to do something other than pick up a hold. Find phone numbers for all branches on this web page.

    Holds/Borrowing Items 

    If you would like to borrow an item from the library, search our catalog, find the item you want, place a hold on it, and choose which location you’d like to pick up the item from. Or you can call us, and we’ll place the hold for you.

    When the item is ready, you will receive an email notice. You can pick it up anytime between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday.  If you’d like, you can call the location and schedule a time for pick-up.

    In-Person Services 

    Due to the wide community spread of the virus in Hamilton County right now, the Library made the decision to temporarily suspend in-person services. Read more in this blog post from the director.

    We’re Here for You Online and on the Phone 

    • Our eBranch is always open, and we are continuing to provide events like storytimes online on a regular basis. Check our calendar for more information.
    • Call, email or chat with us seven days a week for help with job searching, finding trusted health information, getting assistance with a library resource, and more.

    For the latest Library service updates and resources, please visit our COVID-19 resource page.

  • Events and Classes at Loveland, Symmes, and Blue Ash libraries

    Events and Classes at Loveland, Symmes, and Blue Ash libraries

    EVENTS AND CLASSES

    You and your child will shake it together! Sing, dance and enjoy music, movement, and fun. Recommended for ages 1 – 4. No registration required.
    Loveland Branch Meeting Room
    Monday, December 16, 2019 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

    Fun for you and your baby with songs, rhymes, stories, and movement. Recommended for ages birth – 18 months.

    No registration required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Monday, December 16, 2019 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Enjoy books, songs, activities, and more while learning early literacy skills. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Ages 3-6. No registration required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Monday, December 16, 2019 1:30 PM – 02:30 PM
    Please call 369-4476 for the current title. No registration required.
    Loveland Branch Meeting Room
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Fun for you and your baby with songs, rhymes, stories, and movement. Recommended for ages birth – 18 months. No registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Enjoy books, songs, activities, and more while learning early literacy skills. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Ages 3-6. No registration required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Join us every 3rd Tuesday of the month to discuss and share Genealogy tips and techniques for general Genealogy research.  Everyone is welcome from beginners to experts. No registration is required.
    Blue Ash Branch Meeting Room
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019 12:30 PM – 03:00 PM
    Explore a different element of science every third Tuesday of the month. For grades 1-3.
    Loveland Branch Meeting Room
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 4:00 PM – 05:00 PM

    Learn strategies & tactics or just play for fun!

    No registration required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 6:30 PM – 08:30 PM
    Families, help us welcome the winter season by listening to stories, participating in activities and creating a gingerbread house.  Registration is required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 7:00 PM – 08:00 PM
    You and your child will shake it together! Sing, dance and enjoy music, movement, and fun. Recommended for ages 1 – 4. No registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM
    Enjoy books, songs, activities and more, while building early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3 – 6. No registration required.
    Loveland Branch Meeting Room
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
    Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music, and fun. Recommended for ages 18 months – 36 months. No registration required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
    You and your child will shake it together! Sing, dance and enjoy music, movement, and fun. Recommended for ages 1 – 4. No registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music, and fun. Recommended for ages 18 months – 36 months. No registration required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

    Learn to speak and read Spanish!

    Introduction to Speaking and Writing Spanish (for beginners) @ 1 PM
    Reading Spanish Literature (for intermediate to advance) @ 2 PM
    Brush Up Your Spanish: Refresh Your Proficiency (for intermediate to advance) @ 3 PM
    No registration is required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 1:00 PM – 04:00 PM
    Teens! Join us for exciting book discussions, crafts, and activities! Happens on the third Wednesday of every month. For ages 12-15. Registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 7:00 PM – 08:00 PM
    This is not your typical yoga class and does not incorporate traditional yoga moves. Laughter is nature’s most powerful stress buster and can have a profound effect on our health and well being. It oxygenates our bodies, strengthens the immune system, reduces blood pressure, and helps create peace in ourselves and our world. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and come prepared to move and laugh with Judi Winall, M.Div., CIH, CLYT.
    No registration is required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 7:00 PM – 08:30 PM
    Enjoy books, songs, activities and more, while building early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3 – 6. No registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Thursday, December 19, 2019, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Hey, Tween girls, join us for great book discussions and awesome activities!  For girls ages 10-12.  Registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch  Meeting Room
    Thursday, December 19, 2019, 7:00 PM – 08:00 PM
    Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music, and fun. Recommended for ages 18 months – 36 months. No registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Friday, December 20, 2019 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM
    Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music, and fun. Recommended for ages 18 months – 36 months. No registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Friday, December 20, 2019 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Hey Tweens! Want to learn how to make scrunchies? They are quick and easy! You can make some to wear and some to share!
    No supplies needed – Registration Required.
    Ages 10 and up.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room

    Friday, December 20, 2019 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  • News and Events at the Loveland, Symmes, and Blue Ash Libraries

    News and Events at the Loveland, Symmes, and Blue Ash Libraries

    Use this MAP to find a library in your neighborhood.

    EVENTS AND CLASSES

    Memory Cafe

    The Memory Cafe is a welcoming place for for people with Alzheimer’s or dementia and their care partners.  Each month there will be an opportunity to socialize and enjoy music, games or other fun activities.  Activities will vary each month.

    Registration is recommended.

    Blue Ash Branch

    Monday, December 02, 2019 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

    Movers and Shakers

    You and your child will shake it together! Sing, dance and enjoy music, movement and fun.Recommended for ages 1 – 4. No registration required.

    Loveland Branch Meeting Room

    Monday, December 02, 2019 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

    Library Babies

    Fun for you and your baby with songs, rhymes, stories and movement. Recommended for ages birth – 18 months.

    No registration required.

    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room

    Monday, December 02, 2019 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

    Preschool Storytime

    Enjoy books, songs, activities, and more while learning early literacy skills. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Ages 3-6. No registration required.

    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room

    Monday, December 02, 2019 1:30 PM – 02:30 PM

    Introduction to Essential Oils: presented by Martha Hill

    Please join us for an introduction to Essential Oils with Martha Hill of Nana’s Got Oils, specializing in therapeutic grade essential oils. Martha is the co-owner of Hill’s Compounding/Milford Pharmacy & Wellness Center. Everyone will make a roll-on blend to take home!

    Loveland Branch Meeting Room

    Monday, December 02, 2019 6:30 PM – 07:30 PM

    Library Babies

    Fun for you and your baby with songs, rhymes, stories and movement. Recommended for ages birth – 18 months. No registration required.

    Blue Ash Branch

    Tuesday, December 03, 2019 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

    Preschool Storytime

    Enjoy books, songs, activities, and more while learning early literacy skills. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Ages 3-6. No registration required.

    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room

    Tuesday, December 03, 2019 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

    Chess Club

    Learn strategies & tactics or just play for fun!

    No registration required.

    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room

    Tuesday, December 03, 2019 6:30 PM – 08:30 PM

    Movers & Shakers

    You and your child will shake it together! Sing, dance and enjoy music, movement and fun. Recommended for ages 1 – 4. No registration required.

    Blue Ash Branch

    Wednesday, December 04, 2019 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM

    Preschool Storytime

    Enjoy books, songs, activities and more, while building early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3 – 6. No registration required.

    Loveland Branch Meeting Room

    Wednesday, December 04, 2019 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

    Toddler Storytime

    Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music and fun. Recommended for ages 18 months – 36 months. No registration required.

    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room

    Wednesday, December 04, 2019 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

    Movers & Shakers

    You and your child will shake it together! Sing, dance and enjoy music, movement and fun. Recommended for ages 1 – 4. No registration required.

    Blue Ash Branch

    Wednesday, December 04, 2019 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

    Toddler Storytime

    Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music and fun. Recommended for ages 18 months – 36 months. No registration required.

    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room

    Wednesday, December 04, 2019 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

    Spanish Club

    Learn to speak and read Spanish!

    Introduction to Speaking and Writing Spanish (for beginners) @ 1PM

    Reading Spanish Literature (for intermediate to advance) @ 2PM

    Brush Up Your Spanish: Refresh Your Proficiency (for intermediate to advance) @ 3PM

    No registration is required.

    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room

    Wednesday, December 04, 2019 1:00 PM – 04:00 PM

    An Evening of Jazz

    Relax with an evening of impromptu jazz music with Cincy Jazz Train. No registration required.

    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room

    Wednesday, December 04, 2019 7:00 PM – 08:30 PM

    Preschool Storytime

    Enjoy books, songs, activities and more, while building early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3 – 6. No registration required.

    Blue Ash Branch

    Thursday, December 05, 2019 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

    Library Babies

    Fun for you and your baby with songs, rhymes, stories and movement. Recommended for ages birth – 18 months. No registration required.

    Loveland Branch Meeting Room

    Thursday, December 05, 2019 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

    Sycamore Book Club

    Join us every 3rd Tuesday of the month to discuss and share Genealogy tips and techniques for general Genealogy research.  Everyone is welcome from beginners to experts.  No Registration is required.

    Blue Ash Branch Meeting Room

    Thursday, December 05, 2019 1:30 PM – 02:00 PM

    Fun with Food

    Make a powdered doughnut snowman!

    For tweens and tweens ages 10 and up.

    Loveland Branch Meeting Room

    Thursday, December 05, 2019 4:00 PM – 05:00 PM

    Girls and Books @ Blue Ash

    Do you love to read fabulous books? Join us for great book discussions and activities.  For girls ages 7-9. Registration required.

    Blue Ash Branch Meeting Room

    Thursday, December 05, 2019 7:00 PM – 08:00 PM

    Toddler Storytime

    Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music and fun. Recommended for ages 18 months – 36 months. No registration required.

    Blue Ash Branch

    Friday, December 06, 2019 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM

    Toddler Storytime

    Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music and fun. Recommended for ages 18 months – 36 months. No registration required.

    Blue Ash Branch

    Friday, December 06, 2019 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

    Amazing Race Library Edition

    Calling all Teens for the Amazing Race!  Teams of two will race through the Symmes Library to complete a series of thrilling challenges.  Do you have what it takes?  Sign up and find out!  Prizes and giveaways will be awarded! Food and drink provided!

    Ages 12-17.

    Registration Required

    Symmes Township Branch

    Saturday, December 07, 2019 6:30 PM – 09:00 PM

    LIBRARY NEWS

    Igniting a Brighter Future with The Library Foundation

    For Sharon Borntrager of Westwood, libraries are a place to connect to big ideas. See how the Library has impacted Sharon’s family. Consider joining her to support your Library by contributing to The Library Foundation.

    The Measure of Our Lives

    Place your hold on the print or eBook version of The Measure of Our Lives by Toni Morrison!

    Children of Virtue and Vengeance

    Place your hold on the print, eBook, or eAudiobook version of Children of Virtue and Vengeance by Tomi Adeyemi.

    Featured Books of the Month

    Check out the new Featured Books of the Month for December! Our librarians have selected titles for all ages.

  • Fields-Ertel Road and Columbia Road roundabout opened today

    Fields-Ertel Road and Columbia Road roundabout opened today

    Deerfield/Symmes Township, Ohio – The intersection of Fields-Ertel Road and Columbia/Lebanon Road was re-opened today. The closure was for the construction of a roundabout at the intersection.

    Here… Put this on your phone as you approach! Thank you D Bergheger for the prod!

    RP Diamond Printing & Embroidery

    RP Diamond is the exclusive retailer of LOVELAND HIGH SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR