Public Library hosts Martin Luther King Jr. programs for children Jan. 21 | Arts & Culture

CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19) - The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County is offering children’s programs at selected branches to honor the life of Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Main Library, Children’s Learning Center, 800 Vine St., 513-369-6922

Celebrate the life of Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. at the Children’s Learning Center in the Main Library. Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati actor Deondra Kamau Means will perform “Martin’s Dream,” a one-man show that explores the real person behind the historic figure. Afterward, children can make a “stained glass” window craft using inspirational words.

Blue Ash Branch, 4911 Cooper Road, 513-369-6051

Explore the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with stories, songs and crafts from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This program is geared toward elementary schoolchildren and their caregivers.

Deer Park Branch, 3970 E. Galbraith Road, 513-369-4450

Celebrate with stories, activities, crafts, and snacks starting from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Attendees must be between the ages of 5-12. Registration required.

Hyde Park Branch, 2747 Erie Avenue, 513-369-4456

Celebrate peace with stories and a craft from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

North Central Branch, 11109 Hamilton Avenue, 513-369-6068

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. with a story and balloon launch from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Groesbeck Branch, 2994 W. Galbraith Road, 513-369-4454

Celebrate Martin Luther King Day by watching a movie and enjoying snacks from 2 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.