America250 Events in September

Clermont County Public Library is celebrating America250 all year long with special events happening monthly. All events are free. Some events require preregistration.

Join the celebration!

America250 Events Happening During September

History at Bat: Cincinnati Vintage Base Ball

Tuesday, September 1, 6 PM

Goshen Branch

Step back in time with the revived 1869 Red Stockings! Discover the evolution of baseball as this vintage team teaches us about the rules and pitching styles of the 1860s. Learn the legacy of the first undefeated professional club and how they’re keeping history alive today.

Save your seat at History at Bat.

Motorsports Open House

Tuesday, September 1, 6 PM

Owensville Branch

Get an up-close look at vehicles from the Motorsports Country Club of Cincinnati while engaging with a local Formula 4 team.

The Greater Cincinnati BMW Club will showcase their motorcycles. Stop by the Pit Stop Café for a fun, sports-themed beverage provided by Circuit Cafe.

Save your spot at the Motorsports Open House.

Meet a Mascot!

Saturday, September 12, 11 AM

Miami Township Branch

Enjoy a special meet-and-greet with a beloved local sports mascot and the library's very own mascot, Browser! Bring your camera for fun photo opportunities, and then test your skills with a sporty scavenger hunt throughout the library. If you can complete the hunt, you'll score awesome prizes like buttons and stickers!

No pre-registration required.

Crosley Field Remembered

Monday, September 14, 4 PM

Batavia Branch

Experience the memorable 1919 and 1940 Reds World Championships brought to you by Roush and Lombardi. Experience the excitement of the 1960s again with the arrival of Reds greats Rose, Bench, Perez, and Nolan.

Presented by Cincinnati Museum Center Speakers Bureau.

Save your seat at Crosley Field Remembered.

Queen City Sports Training Camp

Tuesday, September 15, 5:30 PM

Amelia Branch

Do you have what it takes to make the Queen City roster? Join the Queen City Training Camp to test your skills, tackle fun challenges, explore interactive activities, and experience an hour of all-star excitement! Kids will also get to meet FC Cincinnati's mascot, Gary the Lion!

Save your seat at Queen City Sports Training Camp.

America 250 Sports Trivia

Saturday, September 19, 2 PM

Amelia Branch

As part of our continuing celebration of America 250, join us for an evening of sports trivia. Brush up on your knowledge of Cincinnati and local sports trivia to win eternal glory.

Save your seat at America250 Sports Trivia.

Discover the Underground Railroad

Tuesday, September 29, 5 PM

Miami Township Branch

Was the Underground Railroad a real railroad? How would people find the Railroad if it was underground? Were there conductors and passengers? Did it come through Clermont County? Can I still see the Underground Railroad now? If you have some of these questions, join us at the Miami Township Library as we learn all about the Underground Railroad and its tracks through Clermont County. For ages 8 to 13.

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The Unknown Legend of the Cincinnati Strangler

Tuesday, September 29, 6:30 PM

Owensville Branch

In 1966, the Queen City was the hunting ground for a brutal and elusive slayer who preyed on older women, murdering seven and assaulting many others. Like Boston several years earlier, Cincinnati was in the thrall of a ruthless strangler. 

Join Queen City Gothic author JT Townsend as he takes a fresh look at the unknown serial killer whose reign of terror forever stole Cincinnati’s innocence...

Save your seat at The Unknown Legend of the Cincinnati Strangler.