Ages 12 - 18
Calling all teen writers! Enter your original short story or poem for a chance to win a prize. Visit www.lanepl.org/teenswrite for details. The Awards Ceremony will be held at the Hamilton Lane Library on Tuesday, May 14, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Contest submissions: Apr 20 - 26
Display and voting: Apr 29 - May 5
All ages
Create your own Peep diorama representing your favorite book or library experience! Entries will be displayed in the library and prizes will be awarded to the winning entry in three categories: Youth (ages 5 - 11), Teen (ages 12 - 17) and Adult (18 - over). Contest rules and start-up supplies can be picked up at the library on Monday, April 1.

Suggested ages 12 - 24 months
Enjoy fun stories, songs and rhymes!

*Participants must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Ages 2 - 3
Explore fun stories, songs and rhymes in this interactive story time.

*Participants must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Stop in for a variety of sensory-friendly videos and activities for adults and their caregivers.

Join the Lane Libraries at the Miami Conservatory for Spring Pop-Ups! Pop-ups will feature plant-themed books for all ages, plus composting books to complement Janelle Allen's "Learn it at Lunch" series happening 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Get a library card, check out books, ask a librarian your questions, and more!

Mr. Lincoln tells his own inspiring personal story and covers the period from Independence through the Civil War, especially the 12 turbulent years from 1854 - 1865.

Suggested ages 2 - 3
Explore fun stories, songs and rhymes in this interactive story time.

*Participants must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Suggested for ages 12 - 24 months
Enjoy fun stories, songs and rhymes!

*Participants must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Teens & Adults
Apr 25 – Comics Workshop: Learn about the challenges and benefits of sequential art.

Ages 12 - 18
Apr 25 – “Barbie”

Ages 6 - under

This is a space for people living with Alzheimer’s and other memory loss. Enjoy music, games and conversation in a supportive environment. A care partner or family member is required to accompany participants.

If you have ever wanted to be on the British comedy game show Taskmaster, now is the time! Join your fellow contestants for an evening of surprising and delightful library themed tasks. The prize task category, which is what the winner will take home with them, is "the best bookmark."

Families & ages 11 - under
Celebre con nosotros el Día del Niño y el mes de la Poesía con actividades que promueven la lectura, la literatura infantil diversa y la cultura. Pase por la biblioteca para realizar manualidades y actividades. También acompañenos para los diferentes programas ofrecidos como parte de las actividades del día.

Teens & Adults
Mother’s Day isn’t too far away, but any occasion will do! Join us to learn tips and tricks on how to make a one-of-a-kind card. (Basic computer skills & familiarity with Cricut Design Space required.)

Ages 6 - under
La Hora del Cuento Familiar en Español. Acompáñenos a explorar la cultura hispana a través de cuentos, canciones, rimas y manualidades. Contenido del programa diseñado para edades 6 y más jóvenes

Ages 14 - up
Explore the makerspace on the 2nd floor where you will find various tools and art supplies for self-guided crafting.

All ages
El Poeta Laureado Emérito de la ciudad de Cincinnati Manuel Iris estará facilitando un taller de poesía bilingüe para todas las edades. Los participantes usarán memorias, imágenes y cuentos como fuentes para crear su propio poema.