February 22, 2012
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Main Library
Irish Music & Dancing | Friday, March 16, at 11:45 a.m.
Join us for the 30th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration of Song and Dance, sponsored by the Friends of the Public Library, on Friday, March 16, at 11:45 a.m., in the Reading Garden Lounge of the Main Library (800 Vine Street). Featuring music with Foley Road and a special performance by the McGing Irish Dancers, this tribute to Irish heritage is family-friendly and fun! This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Public Library. Reserved seating is available for Friends members. Please call (513) 369-6035 to reserve your seat.
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More St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations at your Public Library
Saturday, March 10, 2:00 P.M.
Mt. Healthy Branch Library, 7608 Hamilton Ave. • 513-369-4469
CRAFTY TEENS: Make a St. Paddy's Day necklace. Sponsored by Friends of the Public Library.
Saturday, March 10, 3:00 P.M.
Anderson Branch Library, 7450 State Rd. • 513-369-6030
CELEBRATE ST. PATRICK'S DAY: The Erickson Academy Of Irish Dance performance accompanied by Irish music.
Even More St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations at your Public Library
Tuesday, March 13, 6:30 P.M.
Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Rd. • 513-369-4476
MCGING IRISH DANCERS: Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with traditional Irish dancing!
Thursday, March 15, 3:00 P.M.
Walnut Hills Branch Library, 2533 Kemper Ln. • 513-369-6053
CELEBRATE ST. PADDY'S DAY: Learn about St. Patrick's Day customs. Wear something green!
Thursday, March 15, 3:30 P.M.
Elmwood Place Branch Library, 6120 Vine St. • 513-369-4452
AFTERSCHOOL ST. PATRICK'S DAY CRAFT: Make a St. Patrick's Day craft.
Thursday, March 15, 4:00 P.M.
Mariemont Branch Library, 3810 Pocahontas Ave. • 513-369-4467
ST. PATRICK'S DAY BEADED SAFETY PINS: Make a St. Patrick's Day design with beads and safety pins. Sponsored by the Kersten Fund. Registration required. To register, call or visit
Saturday, March 17, 11:00 A.M.
Mariemont Branch Library, 3810 Pocahontas Ave. • 513-369-4467
THE SNAKES OF ST. PATRICK: Get up close and personal with snakes! A naturalist from the Hamilton County Parks District will bring some slithery specimens to the Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Public Library.
Saturday, March 17, 12:00 P.M.
Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Rd. • 513-369-4476
CAID MILLE FAILTE! = 100,000 WELCOMES! Create a variety of crafts to celebrate St. Patrick Day!
Saturday, March 17, 2:00 P.M.
Corryville Branch Library, 2802 Vine St. • 513-369-6034
LUCKY SHAMROCK PILLOWS: Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by making a lucky shamrock pillow.
Saturday, March 17, 3:00 P.M.
Avondale Branch Library, 3566 Reading Rd. • 513-369-4440
ST. PATRICK'S DAY CRAFT: Grab a snack and make a craft for St. Patrick's Day! Sponsored by the Kersten Fund.
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