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Monday Night Movies |
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 Help us celebrate the 10th anniversary of a popular animated film in April.We will be showing The Secret Life of Pets for our Monday Night Movie at 5 p.m., April 13. The Secret Life of Pets was the most profitable theatrical release of 2016. The free family-oriented movie showings also include free pizza and popcorn. So, please join us to watch this film about the relationship between a spoiled terrier named Max and a giant, unruly dog named Duke, as well as what other pets do when their owners are gone for the day. For more information, visit the library or call 937.783.3585. |
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Clinton County Reads 2026 |
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 Author John Green's fascinating look at an infectious disease in Everything Is Tuberculosis is the 2026 selection for Clinton County Reads.Green tells the story of a young tuberculosis patient in Sierra Leone, woven through with the scientific and social histories of how tuberculosis has shaped our world — and how our choices will shape the future of tuberculosis. The month-long event features book discussions and programs at all of the county's libraries. |
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Homeschool Hangout |
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 The library is offering a new opportunity for homeschool students.The Homeschool Hangout will be held at 2 p.m. on the first Friday of each month. This program is aimed at all homeschool students ages 5 and up and offers them a chance to participate in STEAM-related games and activities. Each month's program will feature a different theme. The theme for April 3 is: Plants. Please contact Youth Services Coordinator Amber Chaney
at 937.783.3585 or
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Booklovers Discussion |
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 The Blanchester Public Library Booklovers meets next at 7 p.m., Thursday, April 2, in the library meeting room when we will discuss the 2026 Clinton County Reads selection. Everyone is welcome to attend.
April title:
Everything Is Tuberculosis
by John Green Tells the story of a young tuberculosis patient the author met in Sierra Leone, woven through with the scientific and social histories of how tuberculosis has shaped our world — and how our choices will shape the future of tuberculosis. |
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Reading Dragons |
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 It is never too late to start participating in Reading Dragons, the library's new trading-card style reading challenge.The challenge is open to all children and teens under 18. Each participant tracks their reading throughout the school year to earn creature cards to build their set. Four new creature cards are made available each month, so keep reading to fill out your set. Pick up your reading log and cards at the front desk of the library. And look for the announcement of new cards at the library and on social media at the beginning of each month. For more information, contact Youth Services Coordinator Amber Chaney at 937.783.3585.
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Storytime |
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 Children from ages 2-5 will build a foundation for reading success through stories, play and activities. And you are invited to register your child anytime for the library's regular morning storytime sessions.
Morning storytimes are separated into age groups, but we also have our popular Family Storytime from 5-6 p.m. each Monday. No registration is required. Children (and adults) of all ages are welcome to just show up and enjoy a story, songs, crafts and a light snack.
For more information, please visit the library or call 937.783.3585. |
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Update your COOL library app |
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 The new and improved COOL mobile app
is now available.Just go to your app store on Android or Apple and search for "COOL Catalog." After downloading the app, you will need your library card number and PIN when logging in for the first time. With the mobile app, you can search the entire catalog — including digital content — to find your next great read or movie night selection. From any smartphone or tablet, you can instantly tap into library resources, check your account, place holds, renew items, and much more. The previous COOL app is no longer being supported, so make sure you download the new app today.
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Blood Pressure Monitor |
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 Would you like to monitor your blood pressure at home?The library is offering patrons the opportunity to borrow a blood pressure monitor. The monitor is available through the Clinton County Health District
and the American Heart Association. Included with the blood pressure monitor are detailed instructions on how to obtain an accurate reading, tips on how to manage your blood pressure, and a list of Clinton County Community Resources.
The kit has a 7-day loan period and can be renewed one time as long as there are no holds. It must be picked up from and returned to the Circulation Desk. |
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