Events
After-School Hangout!
In Progress,The situation: you're bored after school and looking for something to do, and the Library Understood the Assignment. Check out the After-school Hangout at the Downtown Library every Monday-Friday, 4-5 pm, because it slaps! We'll have…
Candy Heart Scavenger Hunt
In ProgressAll day,Pictures of candy hearts are hidden throughout the library! Find all 12 and get a candy heart sticker!
No registration required.
Scavenger Hunt: Black History Month
In Progress,February is Black History Month! Can you find the 8 featured historical figures hidden around the library? When you’ve found them all, come to the kids desk to get a prize!
Scavenger hunt is located on the 1st floor the Downtown Main…
Black History Month Quiz
In ProgressAll day,Take the quiz and win a prize. No registration required.
Valentine Scavenger Hunt
In ProgressAll day,Find the hearts and win a prize. No registration required.
Children's Book Character Scavenger Hunt
In ProgressAll day,Celebrate National Library Lovers' Month with a scavenger hunt featuring some of your favorite characters. Can you find Dog Man? How about Ada Twist, Scientist? Come discover who else might be hiding at the Hyde Park Branch!
Hang out with friends, use your imagination and create something fun with LEGO. We will have bricks out for you to free build with or try our LEGO challenge prompt! You can drop in for a little while or the entire time.
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Unwind after school with an electronic game like Nintendo Switch or a retro game like UNO or Connect 4!
Embark on fun-filled adventures and exploration as you play Dungeons and Dragons® with Game Masters affiliated with the Cincinnati Ethics Center at the University of Cincinnati.
Whether it’s your first-time playing Dungeons and…
Embark on fun-filled adventures and exploration as you play Dungeons and Dragons with Game Masters affiliated with the Cincinnati Ethics Center at the University of Cincinnati.
For tweens and teens ages 11-18. No registration required.
Join us to play board games! We're always looking for new players and everyone is welcome, including players of all ages and experience levels. Our games are generally for ages 8 and up. Bring your favorite board game or try one of ours!…
Compete every Monday to be gamer of the month. Play in our weekly round robin to earn points and climb our monthly leaderboard.
Game Schedule
January 27 - Febrauary 24: Brawlhalla
March 3 - 31: SpeedRunners
April 7 - 28: Super Mario Bros.…
The Memory Café is a social gathering for those with mild cognitive impairment or dementia, and their care partner(s). Join us to socialize while enjoying music, crafts, games, or other fun activities.
Registration Required.
Registration required (17 spots remaining)Register for eventJoin us after school with switch games and board games alike! There will be various snacks and games to choose from so bring your friends for a good time.
Join us the second Tuesday of the month for board games, card games, and more!
Recommended for ages 8-12. All abilities welcome, no registration required.
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Meet up with friends and make new ones during a low-key game night at the library! Board games, card games, and more will be provided. Bring a favorite to play or learn a new game!
This game night supports the 2025 Winter Checkout…
Embark on fun-filled adventures and exploration as you play Dungeons and Dragons® with Game Masters affiliated with the Cincinnati Ethics Center at the University of Cincinnati.
Whether it’s your first-time playing Dungeons and…
Meet up with friends, family, and neighbors for a casual night of board games, card games, and more at the library!