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Have a Press Inquiry? Get in Touch!

Press inquiries can be directed to Brand and Communications Director Angela Hursh.

Email: Angela.Hursh@chpl.org

Phone: 513-369-6074

2026 Board of Trustees Meeting Dates

  • February 10 – Mariemont Branch Library
  • April 14 – Downtown Main Library
  • June 9 – Harrison Branch Library
  • August 11 – Downtown Main Library
  • October 13 – Symmes Township Branch Library
  • December 8 – Downtown Main Library (Annual and Regular)

All meetings take place on Tuesdays and begin at 4:30 p.m. at locations listed above, unless otherwise specifically noted.

Meet Our Director

Paula Brehm-Heeger is the Eva Jane Romaine Coombe Director of the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library.

With a focus on expanding access, community and civic engagement and innovation, Paula is a strong and passionate advocate for public libraries. She oversees our community’s 41 location system that includes 40 branches and a Main Library serving more than 800,000 people.

Latest Blog Posts

Spring has Sprung at the Library!

Visit seed libraries, attend plant swaps, and more!

Understanding and Overcoming Writer’s Block

Ahead of her May 13 workshop, the Library's Writer-in-Residence reflects on the causes of Writer's Block, and techniques to get through it.

Get Ready to Vote!

The deadline to register to vote in the May 5, 2026, Primary Election is Tuesday, April 6.

Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month with the Library

April is Arab American Heritage Month. Learn about notable people, peruse staff-curated lists, and explore featured collections.
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