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May 27, 2014 Surf into the Public Library for summertime fun Life’s a beach this summer at the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County as select locations offer programs ranging from decorating flip-flops and beach balls to making your own sidewalk chalk and ice cream. Customers of all ages are invited to join us for the fun! Visit http://programs.cincinnatilibrary.org/ for more Library programs.

KIDS & TWEENS Ice Cream In A Bag Thursday, June 5, 2 p.m. Cheviot Branch, 3711 Robb Ave., 513-369-6015 Learn how to make your own ice cream in a bag and then make a sundae to enjoy. Bring your appetite and your friends! Registration is required.

Gra-Gra-Gra-Grasshead Craft! Monday, June 23, 6:30 p.m. Hyde Park Branch, 2747 Erie Ave., 513-369-4456 Why spend your hard earned dough on a statue with grass for hair when you could make one of your own for free? For ages 10 and up. Registration recommended.

Stomp Rockets! Tuesday, June 24, 2 p.m. Madeira Branch, 7200 Miami Ave., 513-369-6028 Start summer off with a blast! Learn how to build your own stomp rockets and rocket launcher out of everyday items. Challenge your friends to see whose rocket flies highest and furthest! Ages 8-13. Registration is required.

Homemade Sidewalk Chalk Wednesday, June 25, 3 p.m. Walnut Hills Branch, 2533 Kemper Lane, 513-369-6053 Learn the science behind one of your favorite outdoor items: sidewalk chalk! No registration required.

TEENS Flip Flop Fun Tuesday, June 17, 2 p.m. Greenhills Branch, 7 Endicott St., 513-369-4441 Teens can bring in a pair of flip flops to customize! No registration required.

Make Waterproof LED Throwies Thursday, June 19, 5 p.m. Mt. Washington Branch, 2049 Beechmont Ave., 513-369-6033 LED Throwies are small lights made from LEDs and a magnet. When you add ping pong balls to the mix, they become Waterproof LED Throwies! Teens are invited to come and make a few for some summertime fun! No registration required. 2014 Ice Cream Olympics Saturday, June 21, 1 p.m. Monfort Heights Branch, 3825 West Fork Road, 513-369-4472 Calling all teen ice cream lovers! Race for the gold and become the ultimate champion of the 2014 Ice Cream Olympics! Registration is required.

Make Your Own Beach-Ball Monday, June 23, 4 p.m. Forest Park Branch, 655 Waycross Road, 513-369-4478 Teens, it’s finally summer! Celebrate by decorating your own mini beach ball. Registration is required.

FAMILIES Ice Cream Social! Tuesday, June 24, 2 p.m. West End Branch, 805 Ezzard Charles Drive, 513-369-6026 Everyone in the West End is invited to our annual Ice Cream Social! Enjoy a cup of ice cream (plus yummy toppings!) and visit with friends and neighbors. Program continues until we run out of ice cream. No registration required.