April 2024 Calendar Kenton County Public Library

April 2024

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PG 2-4 COVINGTON

PG 5-7 ERLANGER

PG 8-9 INDEPENDENCE

PG 10-11 CAREER AND JOB SERVICES

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000

Everyone

Faces and Places Photograph Donation Drive ALL MONTH

We are requesting photos to add to our historical photograph database Faces and Places. Call the Local History and Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 or email history@ketonlibrary.org to coordinate a donation or to ask questions. Link to the photograph in our Faces and Places Collection.

Draughts and Drawing

Sherlock Holmes Escape Room* FRI., APRIL 12 • 4-8 PM

SAT., APRIL 13 NOON-4 PM Sherlock has asked for your help on his latest case. Can you find all of the clues for him without getting caught? Groups of 4-8 are recommended for the best escape room experience.

MON., APRIL 1, 15 & 29 • 10 AM-NOON

Art supplies, coffee and tea and music provided!

Ukulele Workshop

Breakfast & Bingo

TUES., APRIL 2 • 5-7 PM

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Music lovers of all ages are invited to come and play their ukulele and learn a few new songs or start learning for the first time.

THURS., APRIL 18 • 9-11 AM

Enjoy some breakfast and bingo first thing in the morning!

Hooks & Needles

WED., APRIL 24 • 2-4 PM

Knitters and crocheters, bring your projects or start something new.

Instruction and supplies available.

All levels welcome.

Covington Arts & Crafts Fair SAT., APRIL 27 • 11:30 AM-2:30 PM

Stop by and shop from local artists or craft vendors.

MONDAYS-WEDNESDAYS WEEKLY 5:45-8 PM

Únase a nosotros en la sucursal de Covington para recibir clases de Inglés GRATUITAS para hablantes no nativos en NKY! Ven cuando puedas. Todas las personas son bienvenidas y tenemos clases de todos los niveles. Por Favor registrate con el Centro Latino Esperanza al 859.261.0862. Join us at the Covington Branch for FREE English classes for non-native speakers in NKY! Come when you can. All languages and levels are welcome. Please register with Esperanza Latino Center at 859. 261.0862.

1-1 Business Coaching Session* TUES., APRIL 2 • 1:30-5 PM

Adults

One-On-One Genealogy Research Assistance* ONGOING

2 APRIL 2024

Clases de Ingles / ESL Classes*

Just getting started on your family research, or looking for help with a genealogy “brick wall”? Call the Local History & Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 and reserve a one-hour session to discuss resources and search strategies. Appointments are available in person, over the phone, or through an online virtual meeting. Email history@ kentonlibrar.org to set up a virtual meeting.

Register for a 30-60-minute session to discuss your business challenges and aspirations, such as setting up your business, marketing strategies, pricing your products and services, and more.

Life’s Thimble Pleasures*

• EMBROIDERY CLUB* TUES., APRIL 2 • 6-8 PM • NEEDLE FELTING* TUES., APRIL 9 & 23 • 6-8 PM

All skill levels, including beginner, welcome! Feel free to come in with your own project. Supplies and instruction included.

AARP Tax-Aide

WED., APRIL 3 & 10 • 9:30 AM-NOON

First come/first serve. Bring all relevant tax information and documents along with SS card and ID.

GED and Professional Testing*

THURS., APRIL 4, 11, 18 & 25 • 10 AM-6 PM SAT., APRIL 20 • 10 AM-2 PM

Please register at GED.com or Pearsonvue. com for a testing appointment at our site.

Coffee and Conversations FRIDAYS • 11 AM-12:30 PM

Community support experts from Mental Health America will be present to help guide anyone who may be experiencing a difficult situation.

Senior Crafts*

MON., APRIL 8 & 22 • 10-NOON

Early morning crafts for library patrons in their golden years. See online for more details — all materials will be provided.

Board Game Night

WED., APRIL 10 & 24 • 5-8 PM

Board Game Day

SAT., APRIL 13 • 10:30 AM-4 PM

You can discuss the necessary steps toward membership and get help with your research questions. For more information and to schedule an appointment please call 859.962.4070.

TUES., APRIL 23 • 9:30 AM-5:30 PM

An in-depth training for parents, families, and professionals designed to foster collaboration and partnership for students with disabilities in Kentucky. This training is funded in part through a grant from Wellcare of Kentucky. Topics include: Building Partnerships; Overview of Section 504, American with Disabilities Act (ADA) & Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) 2004; Special Education Process, IEP; Procedural Safeguards; Dispute Resolution; 504 Plan; & Individual Health Plan (IHP).

YA Book Club*

Memory Café

MON., APRIL 1 • 4-5 PM

Are you or someone you love suffering from memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer’s or brain injury? If so, our Memory Café is for you.

Patients and caregivers will find a space that is relaxing, fun and informational. Join us so you can socialize and have a great time!

• BIRDHOUSE* MON., APRIL 1 • 6-7 PM • LIGHTNING BUGS* MON., APRIL 29 • 6-7 PM

WED., APRIL 24 • 1-2 PM

Medical Bill Assistance Workshop* WED., APRIL 24 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Mike Yadav, MBA, FHFMA from St. Elizabeth Healthcare, teaches how to easily track and manage your medical bills. Become familiar with medical terminology and various resources to aid your medical expenses.

Retirement Planning*

TUES., APRIL 30 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Prepare for retirement with two local professionals: Andy Seitz, a financial advisor at Waddell & Reed and a local Medicare expert.

Games are taking over the library! Board games, snacks and more are available throughout the day.

Bridging the Gap in Special Education*

Teens

Family Craft Night*

All supplies provided.

Study Time

THURSDAYS • 3:30-6 PM

Dedicated quiet time for teens to do homework, research and study in the teen area.

Young Adventurer’s Guild* TUES., APRIL 9 & 23 • 4-6 PM

An ongoing Dungeons and Dragons adventure for Teens and Tweens. All materials provided.

Pie Baking Class* TUES., APRIL 9 • 6-8 PM

Learn how to make mini blueberry pies!

Board Game Day

SAT., APRIL 13 • 10:30 AM-4 PM

See Adults.

In the Community Storytime at The Roost Latonia

TUESDAY, APRIL 9 & 23 • 10:30 AM-11:30 AM

Join our children’s librarians down the road at The Roost Latonia for stories, songs, and early literacy activities!

Playart @ Creative House* FRIDAYS IN APRIL • 10-11 AM

Join Miss Lauren down the street or an artful storytime! Each week, we’ll host an interactive storytime in their studio that includes a process-based art project; a perfect way to introduce your littles to new art and sensory experiences. The Creative House is located at 609 Main St., Covington, KY 41011.

DAR Research Assistance* WED., APRIL 24 • 10-11 AM

Schedule a one-hour in-person one-onone appointment with the Rebecca Bryan Boone Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000

Terrarium Building*

C O V I N G T O N

MON., APRIL 15 • 6-8 PM

Storytimes

One terrarium per participant.

Game Night

FRI., APRIL 19 • 5-8 PM

Join us for a video and board game night.

Pizza and snacks will be provided while supplies last.

Kids

Family Craft Night*

Baby Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Join us for songs, rhymes, and storytime to help develop your little one’s early literacy skills!

Come for stories, songs, and early literacy activities with Mr. Sam and his guitar.

AGES 0-18 MONTHS W/AN ADULT THURSDAYS • 11-11:30 AM

Family Storytime

UP TO AGE 5 W/AN ADULT SAT., APR. 6 & 20 • 10:30-11:15 AM

AGES 5-12 • BIRDHOUSE* MON., APRIL 1 • 6-7 PM • LIGHTNING BUGS* MON., APRIL 29 • 6-7 PM

Older siblings are welcome.

All supplies provided.

Wiggle along as we use stories and songs to grow early literacy, math, and science skills in an active program for toddlers with Mr. Sam and his guitar!

Siblings are welcome.

¡Cuéntame un cuento! / Spanish Storytime CHILDREN UP TO AGE 8 THURS., APRIL 4 • 6:30-7 PM

Acompañanos junto a tus niños a nuestra hora del cuento en español donde escucharemos historias y haremos divertidas actividades. Join us with your children in our Spanish storytime where we will listen to stories and do fun activities.

Young Adventurer’s Guild AGES 9-12 TUES., APRIL 9 & 23 • 4-6 PM

A Dungeons and Dragons group geared for youngsters. Great for getting into the hobby or those looking for a new group.

Tween Time

AGES 9-12 TUES., APRIL 23 • 3:30-4:30 PM

We’ll have an assortment of games, snacks, books and other fun activities.

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AGES 3-5 W/AN ADULT WEDNESDAYS • 11-11:45 AM

Toddler Storytime

AGES 2-3 W/AN ADULT WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:30 AM

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Library Reading Challenge ALL MONTH

Check out the library’s Beanstack page for this month’s reading challenge. Paper logs will be available at each branch on the first of each month.

B O O K C L U B : Adult Book Discussion

• TUES., APRIL 2 • 7-8:30 PM

“Final Girls” by Riley Sager.

• TUES., APRIL 16 • 7-8:30 PM

“The Blind Side”

by Michael Lewis Pick up a copy of the book at the Independence Branch.

To register and receive Zoom invitation, contact tanya. pemberton@kentonlibrary.org.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000

Everyone Bingo

FRI., APRIL 5 • 11 AM-NOON

Screening: This Is the Ohio MON., APRIL 8 RECEPTION- 5:30 PM SCREENING- 6:30 PM

Co-sponsored by Ohio River Way and The NKU Scripps Howard Center for Civic Engagement

Lunch and Learn: Harlan Hubbard, Kentucky Artist* FRI., APRIL 12 • NOON-1 PM

Laurie Risch, Executive Director, and Jason French, Curator of the Behringer-Crawford Museum will give the presentation Harlan Hubbard, Kentucky Artist: Life on the Fringes of Society. Pizza lunch from Snappy Tomato Pizza will be provided to those registered.

Needle Arts Group TUES., APRIL 16 • 3-5 PM

Do you knit, crochet, embroider, needlepoint, or do cross stitch or any other needle art? Join us for a gathering of fellow needle crafters for a casual drop-in session.

Limited supplies available.

Plant Swap Drop-In

SAT., APRIL 27 • 11:30 AM-1:30 PM

Indoor and outdoor plants are welcome.

Feel free to bring any unused pots, soil, tools, seeds, etc., that you might not need anymore.

B O O K C L U B : Bookies Book Club — “Crying in H Mart”

STREAM Center: DIY Cat Play Gym*

Read and discuss “Crying in H Mart” by Michelle Zauner.

Learn how to make a cat play gym in the STREAM Center.

Device Advice Thursdays

Senior Social and Games

Need help with your computer or electronic device? We can help. Bring your own device or get help on our computers.

Join us for coffee, donuts, games, and conversation!

WED., APRIL 3 • 6:30 -7:30 PM

THURSDAYS • 11 AM-1 PM

American Sign Language (ASL I) Class*

THURSDAYS, APRIL 4 - MAY 23 • 1-2:30 PM

Each class will build on skills you learned in the classes before. You will be signing up for the full 8-week course.

Garden Club: Plant Markers* THURS., APRIL 4 • 6-7 PM

First Time Homebuyer SAT., APRIL 6 • 11 AM-NOON

Writers’ Group

TUES., APRIL 2 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Share your work and give feedback in this group for writers of all genres! New members welcome!

FRI., APRIL 12 & 26 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Hollywood on the Ohio* MON., APRIL 15 • 2-3 PM

Join us for a talk about the stars of stage and screen, from the silent era to the modern day, from Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky. This has been a cradle for some truly memorable performers.

Popcorn and soda available.

Pet Owner Decor*

TUES., APRIL 16 • 6:30-8 PM

Create a pet-themed decoration for your home.

Join our comprehensive class on first-time home buying, where you’ll confidently navigate the labyrinth of real estate. This course is your key to homeownership success, from deciphering mortgages to mastering negotiations.

Tai Chi*

Painting at the Library*

Create bookmarks.

SAT., APRIL 6 • 1-3 PM

Join us for an afternoon of watercolor painting!

Microsoft Excel* • •

BASIC FUNCTIONS*

TUES., APRIL 9 • 6:30 - 8 PM

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS*

TUES., APRIL 23 • 6:30 - 8 PM

DIY Jewelry Tray*

Adults

THURS., APRIL 11 • 6-8 PM

TUES., APRIL 9 • 7-8 PM

Make a custom jewelry tray.

Craft Club: Needle Felting*

WED., APRIL 10 • 1:30-3:30 PM THURS., APRIL 11 • 6-8 PM

Join us to do a new project or learn a new skill.

Cool Hand Ukes

WED., APRIL 17 • 6:30-7:30 PM

DIY Bookmark*

WED., APRIL 17 • 7-8 PM

Dance Fitness*

THURS., APRIL 18 • 7-8 PM

Sweat those pounds away while dancing along to your favorite radio tunes! Great for all levels.

DIY Card Making*

FRIDAY, APRIL 19 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn how to make personalized greeting cards.

Author Event: Cassandra Featherstone TUES., APRIL 23 • 6:30-8 PM

Join us for a discussion with romance author Cassandra Featherstone. She will read from her books and discuss her work, her indie author journey, and what she’s learned about self-publishing. The author will sell and sign books following the talk.

WED., APRIL 10 • 6-8 PM

Jam along with this open group of ukulele players, or just come and listen!

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*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Homeschool Teens: Paint Your Own Flowerpot* TUES., APRIL 9 • 1:30-2:30 PM

Homeschool teens and tweens can celebrate spring by painting a flowerpot.

Fandom Party: Disney TUES., APRIL 9 • 6-7 PM

Disney lovers can hang out while playing trivia, eating snacks, and discussing their favorite movies!

Teen Game Night

TUES., APRIL 16 • 6-7 PM

Teens can hang out, eat a snack and play tabletop and video games.

Tai Chi*

WED., APRIL 17 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Concert: CornMaiz String Band*

SAT., APRIL 27 • 2-3:30 PM CornMaiz is a nouveau old-time family string band featuring original music, traditional, old-time tunes from East Kentucky, and unique versions of some famous cover songs. Performances feature traditional Appalachian dance styles of flat-footing and clogging.

SWET DanceFit*

WED., APRIL 24 • 7-8 PM

SWET DanceFit is a nonstop, medium to high energy cardio dance class that combines various dance styles and an international mix of Top 40 hits.

DIY Cat Tent*

Teens

Teens Create: Paint Your Own Birdhouse* TUES., APRIL 2 • 6-7 PM

THURS., APRIL 25 • 6-8 PM

Paint a birdhouse.

Learn how to make a shirt into a fun hiding place for your feline!

Teen Space

B O O K C L U B : Book to Art Club — “Murder on the Bluegrass Bourbon Train”* THURS., APRIL 25 6:30-8:30 PM

Read a book before the meeting, then create an art project inspired by the book while discussing what we’ve read.

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Dance Fitness*

THURS., APRIL 18 • 7-8 PM

No dance experience necessary.

Teen Movie Night: “Five Nights at Freddy’s” TUES., APRIL 23 • 6-8 PM

Teens can hang out, eat a snack, and watch the film “Five Nights at Freddy’s” (rated PG-13).

SWET DanceFit*

WED., APRIL 24 • 7-8 PM

SWET DanceFit is a cardio dance class.

Teens Create: Decorate Your Own Water Bottle* TUES., APRIL 30 • 6-7 PM

Decorate a plastic water bottle.

THURS., APRIL 4 & 18 • 4-5 PM

Hang with other teens. We will have crafts, various games, and snacks.

Painting at the Library*

Kids

Join us for an afternoon of watercolor painting!

AGES 3-8 MON., APRIL 1 • 1:30-3:30 PM

SAT., APRIL 6 • 1-3 PM

AniManga Club

MON., APRIL 8 • 4-5 PM

Hang with other teens while watching your favorite anime, discussing manga, and eating Japanese snacks!

Art Explorers

Learn about Georges Seurat in this interactive, drop-in art program.

Wild Wednesdays

Earth Day Craft & Play

4/3: Eclipse 4/10: Scratch Art 4/17: Lego Night 4/24: Fun Recap Night!

Celebrate Earth Day with crafts and sensory play! Drop in anytime.

AGES 5-12 WED., APRIL 3, 10, 17 & 24 • 7-8 PM

Puppy Tales

AGES 5-12 THURS., APRIL 4 • 6-7 PM

Children are invited to read with a therapy dog to help build their reading confidence.

Time slots are first-come, first-served upon arrival.

Builder’s Block

AGES 3-12 MON., APRIL 22 • 3-4:30 PM & 6:30-8 PM

Earth Day Sensory Play AGES 2-5 W/AN ADULT TUES., APRIL 23 • 1:30-3:30 PM

Keep the earth love going with a special nature-themed sensory play! Drop in any time.

Homeschool Learning Loop: Egg Drop* AGES 5-12 TUES., APRIL 23 • 1:30-2:30 PM

AGES 3-12 SAT., APRIL 6 • 10 AM-NOON

Each child will construct a device to protect an egg from the force and energy of a drop.

Kids and their grown-ups can create and build with LEGOs, magna-tiles, blocks and more! Drop in anytime.

Craft Me a Story: Oceans!

Homeschool Teens: Paint Your Own Flowerpot*

Enjoy books, songs and jokes, then make a cool art project!

AGES 5-12 THURS., APRIL 25 • 6:30-7:30 PM

AGES 9-12 TUES., APRIL 9 • 1:30-2:30 PM

Homeschool Learning Loop: Movement and Mindfulness*

UP TO AGE 5 W/AN ADULT MONDAYS • 11:30 AM-NOON

Start off your week right with songs, stories, dances, and active play.

Baby Storytime

BABIES UP TO 24 MONTHS W/AN ADULT TUESDAYS • 9:30-10:30 AM FRIDAYS • 9:30-10:30 AM

AGES 3-5 W/AN ADULT THURSDAYS 10-11 AM & 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Make a notepad craft using funny money to buy all your crafting materials from our ‘craft mart.’

Paint and adopt your very own pet rock!

Music and Movement Storytime

Preschool Storytime

AGES 5-12 THURS., APRIL 11 • 6:30-7:30 PM

AGES 5-12 MON., APRIL 15 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Join us for books, music, and a fun activity!

Wednesdays • 10-11 AM This storytime is designed for prewalking children and their parents or caregivers.

Craft Mart

Pet Rock Adoption

AGES 2-3 W/AN ADULT MONDAYS • 10-11 AM TUESDAYS • 11 AM-NOON WEDNESDAYS • 11:30 AM

UP TO 12 MOS. W/A CAREGIVER

Embark on a journey of well-being with our yoga and mindfulness class tailored for homeschooling families.

Start your weekend with stories, songs and play.

Toddler Storytime

Lapsit Storytime

AGES 5-12 TUES., APRIL 9 • 1:30-2:30 PM

UP TO AGE 8 W/AN ADULT SAT., APRIL 13 & 27 • 11 AM-NOON

Storytimes

Enjoy books, rhymes, bounces, and group play that will provide both entertainment and enrichment for your little one.

Homeschoolers can celebrate spring by painting their own flowerpot.

Saturday Family Storytime

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Playart

The Hungry, Hungry Bookworm with River City Puppets AGES 3-8 SAT., APRIL 20 • NOON-1 PM

The library has a Bookworm on the loose, gobbling up all the delicious stories from the books. Giant puppets, storytelling and music come together to save the irresistible tales from the Bookworm.

UP TO AGE 5 W/AN ADULT FRIDAYS • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM & 1:30-2:30 PM

Activities will include sensory play and process art to inspire your budding artist.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000

Everyone Chess Club

WEDNESDAYS • 4-6 PM

Our weekly chess club is open to all levels of skill. Each meeting consists of play and lessons from a certified chess instructor.

Early Bird Bingo

TUES., APRIL 9 • 10-NOON

Enjoy a cup of coffee and light snacks.

Family Movie Matinee SAT., APRIL 13 • 2-4 PM

Popcorn and drinks will be available while supplies last.

Family Fourth Fridays: Life-Size Candy Land

Spring Arts and Crafts Festival

FRI., APRIL 26 • 6-9 PM

Shop from 30+ artists and their one-ofa-kind creations while you check out our book collection and enjoy some music.

Zumba Gold: Dancing to the Oldies!

B O O K C L U B : Adult Book Discussion

Classes are tailored for seniors, but all adults are welcome.

Join us to discuss “Final Girls” by Riley Sager and “The Blind Side” by Michael Lewis. Pick up the book at the circulation desk. To sign up, contact tanyapemberton@kentonlibrary.org.

SAT., APRIL 20 • 10 AM-4 PM

MON., APRIL 8, 15, 22 & 29 • 10-11 AM

Adults

Dungeons and Dragons TUES., APRIL 2 & 16 • 6-8:30 PM

All skill levels welcome.

Scrapbooking with Jackie!* WED., APRIL 3 • 6-8 PM

All supplies will be provided, please bring your photos.

Tai Chi*

FRI., APRIL 5 & 19 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Library Paint Night!* THURS., APRIL 11 • 6- PM

TUES., APRIL 30 • 7-8:30 PM

Learn to create a beautiful painting with step-by-step directions.

Make It with Jackie!*

SUN., APRIL 14 • 2-4 PM WED., APRIL 17 • 6-8 PM

Learn how to make personalized greeting cards.

Movie Night

TUES., APRIL 16 • 6-8 PM

Popcorn and drinks will be available while supplies last.

Taking the Mystery Out of Retirement Planning* MON., APRIL 29 • 5-6 PM

People 10 to 15 years from retirement will learn a simplified, bottom-line approach to figuring out how much to save and how to make money last over a possibly long retirement.

Teens

Sticker Club

TUES., APRIL 2 • 4-5 PM

Collect all of our KCPL-created stickers!

Tween Hub*

• FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS* SUN., APRIL 7 • 2:30-3:30 PM • OPEN CRAFTING: CRAFT CLOSET CLEANOUT* SUN., APRIL 28 • 2:30-3:30 PM

Out with the old and in with the new! Come to this open crafting event where we revisit some arts and crafts from Tween Hub past. Pizza and drinks will be provided.

Library Teen Cafe TUES., APRIL 9 • 6-8 PM

Crafts, games, snacks and random other things Jessy the Librarian comes up with!

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Teen Craft Camp: Sticker Making

I N D E P E N D E N C E

WED., APRIL 10 • 1-3:30 PM

Learn how to make stickers using the library’s equipment and supplies! Every participant will leave with stickers to use, trade, and share with friends.

Anime Club

Storytimes Music and Motion with the

Singing Librarian

FRI., APRIL 19 • 6-8 PM

Meet with other anime fans for shows, pizza, and fun!

Kids

AGES 3-5 W/AN ADULT MONDAYS • 10:30-11 AM

Enjoy an active 30-minute session of music and movement with the Singing Librarian!

Scamper Squad

Playart

AGES 3-5 W/AN ADULT THURSDAYS 10:30-11 AM

Listen to a story, make a craft, and enjoy an activity inspired by the book. Open to the first 30 children in attendance.

AGES 3-5 W/AN ADULT TUESDAYS • 10:30-11 AM

Open Play!

Learn about a new animal each week through stories, play, and songs.

CHILDREN UP TO AGE 8 FRIDAYS • 10 AM-2 PM

Jump in the bounce house, climb through the tunnel, and soar onto the crash pad from the trampoline!

Baby Storytime

Down the Rabbit Hole: A Reading Experience with Rabbits*

Foster a love of reading and develop your little one’s early language, sensory, motor, and social skills.

AGES 3-12 SUN., APRIL 14 • 2-4 PM TUES., APRIL 23 • 6-8 PM

Join us on our “Down the Rabbit Hole” adventure to wonderland with our favorite library mascots: Luna and Lola. Show up to your scheduled time slot with your favorite book and read to our rabbits! Sessions will be a total of 15 minutes.

UP TO 24 MONTHS W/AN ADULT WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:45 AM

Toddler Storytime

AGES 2-3 W/AN ADULT WEDNESDAYS • 11-11:45 AM

Join us for stories, puppets, musical instruments, and dancing followed by a short period of open play and explorations.

FEATURED GENRE: ADULTS “63 Ready-to-Use Maker Projects” by Ellyssa Kroski “DIY Industrial Pipe Furniture & Decor” by James Angus “Safe and Sound: A Renter-Friendly Guide to Home Repair”

by Mercury Stardust

DIY

“Black & Decker the Complete Outdoor Builder, Updated Edition: From Arbors to Walkways - 150 DIY Projects” by Editors of Cool Springs Press

CHILDREN “Make This!” by Ella Schwartz “Let’s Go to the Hardware Store”

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Career & Job Services *Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4002 COVINGTON BRANCH 1-1 Business Coaching Session* TUES., APRIL 2 • 1:30-5 PM

Register for a 30-60-minute session to discuss your business challenges and aspirations, such as setting up your business, marketing strategies, pricing your products and services, and more.

LinkedIn for Business* FRI., APRIL 5 • 9 AM-NOON

Improve Your Resumé with Practical Strategies TUES., APRIL 30 • 10-11 AM

Learn four strategies to improve your resumé and make your resumé more attractive to hiring managers.

ERLANGER BRANCH Getting Started: Begin Your Career Transition With Us

Learn how to use LinkedIn to boost your business. Topics include building and maintaining branded personal and company pages to support your business goals, posting valuable content that promotes thought leadership, networking for prospects and more.

MON., APRIL 1 • 6:30-8 PM TUES., APRIL 16 • 10 AM-NOON

Power Your Job Search with Google Tools

TUES., APRIL 2 • NOON-1:30 PM

MON., APRIL 8 • 10-11 AM

Learn how to organize your job search and use Google tools to make your search easier and more efficient.

WIOA Eligibility Information Hour FRI., APRIL 19 • 2-3 PM

If you are a dislocated worker and are interested in going to school or training in a new skill, you may be eligible for WIOA funds to pay for it. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, or WIOA, is a federal grant connecting individuals to training and employment resources.

Join our Volunteer Career Coach for an orientation on getting started and what to consider first to get yourself moving on your job search.

Basic Excel

Northern Kentucky Accountability Group

WEDNESDAYS • 9:15-11:30 AM

NKYAG is a job search support group for professionals in transition or anyone wanting to change careers. We offer a weekly community speaker on some educational aspects of the job search process that a regular class does not cover. Features motivational speakers, networking opportunities, job search leads and connections to community partners.

VIA Character Strengths WED., APRIL 10 • 1-3 PM

Please register to receive the link to the assessment. Unleash your potential by learning about your character strengths and how to use them. Learn how to identify your character strengths, which will help lead to successful and more productive outcomes for you and your future or current organization.

Transferable Skills Workshop THURS., APRIL 11 • 10-11:30 AM

This class will focus on an analysis of your transferable skills and how they will be applied to your future work.

PowerPoint Essentials TUES., APRIL 16 • 6:30-8 PM

This course covers essential features, slide creation, and effective presentations.

How To Improve Your Efficiency with ChatGPT WED., APRIL 17 • 7-8:30 PM

Artificial intelligence is here to stay. Learn how to use ChatGPT wisely and safely to improve your efficiency.

Communication and Conflict Resolution In Your Career (and Beyond) THURS., APRIL 18 • 10 AM-12:30 PM

Boost Your Business with Google

Toastmasters International teaches public speaking and leadership skills.

Come join us for a conversation about defining the elemental units of conflict and communication and learn a few strategies to improve your ability to do both.

Receive free assistance on how to get started with a Google relationship or have questions about Google products such as Google ads, Business listing, Merchant/Shopping, Tag Manager and more.

Interviewing Skills Workshop TUES., APRIL 9 • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Resumé Basics for Today

Learn tips on one-on-one, panel, virtual, and lunch/dinner-type interviews. We will discuss research methods, voice and presence factors, various practice question options and the importance of well-educated follow-up questions.

We will review types of resumés, discuss how to collect and organize document data, best practices for writing, the influence of ATS and more tips to make you stand out.

FRI., APRIL 26 • 1-4 PM

Ace Your Next Job Interview MON., APRIL 29 • 10-11 AM

Do you break into a cold sweat when you hear the words “job interview?” This workshop can help you feel more confident, prepare to communicate clearly and present your best self to a potential employer.

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Toastmasters

MON., APRIL 8, 22 & 29 • 6:45-8:30 PM

TUES., APRIL 23 • 1-3 PM

The Fine Art of Job Search Correspondence THURS., APRIL 25 • 6-7:30 PM

Learn how to compose and write effective job-hunting emails, cover letters, and PAIN letters to get yourself noticed in your job search.

Visit the library 24/7 online: X (Twitter) and Instagram for Beginners MON., APRIL 15 • 6-7:30 PM

Mastering the Art of Informational Meetings MON., APRIL 29 • 6-7 PM

Discover how to set up professional meetings to explore future career options with people already working in those fields. Learn how to research potential pathways, questions to ask in meetings, and techniques for follow-up.

INDEPENDENCE LinkedIn Photo Session TUES., APRIL 2 • 5-7 PM

Join us to receive a LinkedIn photo or professional headshot taken by professional photographer Aimee Wilbers for free. Photos are taken in order of arrival on a drop-in basis.

ONLINE

Build Your LinkedIn Profile

TUESDAYS STARTING APRIL 9 • 6:30-8 PM

This weekly workshop will teach you how to make your LinkedIn profile work for you.

Join us to learn how to get your account started on each platform and begin creating content.

Managing ATS Workshop FRI., APRIL 19 • 10 AM-NOON

A knowledgeable instructor will expertly guide you through the complex nature of Applicant Tracking Software and the system’s influence in today’s job search process. Learn how to elevate your status when submitting resumés and cover letters for job applications.

Creating a Spotlight Document MON., APRIL 22 • 6-7:30 PM

Learn to format a spotlight document as a part of your personal branding. Easily share your skills and career highlights with anyone you meet!

Core Skills Workshop WED., APRIL 24 • 6-7:30 PM

Designed to help you identify and analyze your transferable core skills, our instructor will discuss the aptitudes you have used in previous employment. You will then be able to determine the best skills you offer and use them to move forward in future employment.

kentonlibrary.org Save time and use the library after-hours to: • Place books on hold • Check your account • Download ebooks, audiobooks and magazines • Learn a language with Mango Languages • Create a will and more with Legal Forms • Learn how the library can help you find a job • Research family history and search local historical photos • Stream and download movies and series with Kanopy • Take a class with Gale Learning • Prep for the ACT or HSPT with Learning Express • Learn a new hobby with Creativebug • Get homework help and tutoring with HelpNow APRIL 2024

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Visit a Branch!

Covington Branch

NONPROFIT ORG

502 Scott Blvd.

Covington, KY 41011

US POSTAGE PAID

Erlanger Branch

DATAMARK

401 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018

Electronic Service Requested

Independence Branch

1992 Walton-Nicholson Rd., Independence, KY 41051

Branch Hours MON-THU 9am-9pm FRI 9am-6pm

SAT 10am-5pm SUN 1pm-5pm

Questions?

859.962.4000

kentonlibrary.org

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Faces and Places

HISTORIC

National Library Week Is April 7-13, 2024

In the 1970s, children read books around the bookmobile. This photograph is from the Alice Clay collection in Faces & Places.

To view additional photos related to Northern Kentucky visit our historic online photo database at facesandplaces.kentonlibrary.org.

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