National Friends of Libraries Week

Friends of Libraries groups have their own designated week of celebration! Held Oct. 16-22, this year marks the 17th annual celebration. Read more
The Philip N. Carrico Branch serves the Fort Thomas area with a collection of over 74,000 items. The building was constructed in 1995 with 8,800 square feet. An additional 6,200 square feet was constructed in 2001. About 200,000 patrons visit the branch each year.
Friends of Libraries groups have their own designated week of celebration! Held Oct. 16-22, this year marks the 17th annual celebration. Read more
It’s been a fantastic year of growth at the library. Read on for a few highlights. Read more
Looking for a way to celebrate Veterans Day early? Honor local veterans by writing a letter or making a card using materials available at all of our library branches.
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From unassuming farmhouses to sprawling estates to Victorian beauties with an air of mystery, here are our staff’s favorite silver and small screen haunted houses. Read more
Get in the Halloween spirit with spooky fun programs and events at the library this October! Read more
Celebrate your right to read freely with libraries, booksellers, museums, schools and readers across the nation during Banned Books Week.
Get spooky with the library as we celebrate Halloween! Read more
Fly like birds, gallop like horses and join an elephant parade at this year’s Story Time in the Park. Read more
All library branches will be closed Sunday, September 4 and Monday, September 5 in observance of Labor Day. Read more
Take a break in nature by pitching a tent for free at Alexandria’s A.J. Jolly Park. Read more