Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to dads and dad-like figures!

06/20/2026

Join us for an introductory, interactive one-hour session on how to get started on your family tree with Ancestry Library Edition and Heritage Quest, both of which are free with your library card! No séance necessary, but registration is required --> https://bit.ly/4w1ZYKy

➡️ Westwood Branch Library
➡️ Tuesday, June 23, 10-11 a.m.

06/20/2026

The ATLA - Anderson Township Library Association Summer Used Book Sale continues today and tomorrow! Proceeds from the sale support the Anderson Branch Library and Mt. Washington Branch Library.

📍 Nagel Middle School
➡️ Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
➡️ Sunday, Noon-3 p.m.

06/19/2026

During the 1920s, James "Pigmeat" Jarrett (1899-1995) was part of the Queen City’s blues scene and played at house gatherings, speakeasies, and on steamboats. On June 19th, 1992, the City of Cincinnati declared it “Pigmeat Jarrett Day” during a concert performance by the legendary bluesman at the Downtown Main Library. He returned to the Library in April 1993 for a second concert performance as well as an interview about his life.

1992 performance --> https://bit.ly/4abngFn
1993 performance and interview --> https://bit.ly/4fVLnLL

Legendary Bluesman James "Pigmeat" Jarrett returned to the Public L...

06/19/2026

In the latest epsidoe of the Checked Out podcast, Downtown Main Library's Caroline Hoffman is joined by Asianati's Executive Director, Paraag Maddiwar, to discuss the upcoming Passport to South Asia event. Listen --> https://chpl.org/checked-out/

06/18/2026

All CHPL locations are closed tomorrow, June 19, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.

06/18/2026

Increase your professional online presence with the Library! Join LinkedIn expert Carolyn Dickerson and learn how to make your LinkedIn profile work for you. This will be a four part series.

Register online to receive a Zoom link for these sessions --> https://bit.ly/4eIcYil

06/17/2026

Need resume and job help? Explore programs and resources with CHPL that can take your career to the next level!

06/17/2026

Looking for work or ready to level up your career? Visit the Downtown Main Library on Mondays this summer and get help from dedicated staff. Each week will feature a different theme or job skill:

➡️ 1st Mondays: Resume Building
➡️ 2nd Mondays: Interview Tips & Practice
➡️ 3rd Mondays: Soft Skills in the Workplace
➡️ 4th Mondays: Digital Skills in the Workplace

No registration required. We're ready to help you in your job search and upskilling journey!

06/16/2026

Recently, Scout Troop 417 visited the Forest Park Branch Library to celebrate Flag Day and 250 Years of America! The troop presented the colors and demonstrated how to fold a flag.

CHPL is celebrated America's 250 anniversary all year with events and exhibits, showcasing Cincinnati, Ohio, and national history. Check out upcoming events --> https://chpl.org/america-250-ohio/