KCPL September 2017 Calendar of Events

Kenton County Public Library

calendar SEPTEMBER 2017

FREE programs and events

Hours: M-Th 9 am - 9 pm Fri. 9 am - 6 pm Sat. 10 am - 5 pm Sun. 1 pm - 5 pm

Covington Library 502 Scott Boulevard, Covington, KY 41011 • (859) 962-4000 *Registration required. Go online or call 962-4071 for adult and teen programs, 962-4077 for children’s.

First Time Computer Users*

Tuesday, September 5,10 am-Noon If you have never turned on the computer then this is the place for you.

Genealogy Tech* •

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Using Online Newspapers Tuesday, September 5,1-2 pm Friday, September 8,10-11 am Locating Online Publications Tuesday, September 26,10-11am Thursday, September 28, 6-7 pm

Exploring the Internet*

Part 1: Wednesday, September 6, 10 am-Noon You will learn the basic operations of web browsers and search engines while you learn some handy search skills, how to identify a reputable website, and much more.

Part 2: Wednesday, September 13, 10 am-Noon

Wednesday Matinee Wednesdays, 1-3 pm 9/6: “X-Men” 9/13: “X2” 9/20: “X3: The Last Stand” 9/27: “Logan”

“The Long Season”: Baseball Book discussion

Celebrate Classical Music Month by enjoying 4-Way, Cincinnati’s String Quartet on Saturday, September 16!

Everyone

Adults

4-Way Cincinnati String Quartet

One-on-One E-Reader Help*

Saturday, September 16, 1-2 pm “4-Way,” the Cincinnati String Quartet, will be playing at the Library as part of Classical Music Month.

Low Cost Spay/Neuter Program for Cats*

Tuesday, September 19, 6:30-7 am The Ohio Alleycat Resource (O.A.R.) will be bringing their mobile spay/neuter unit to the Covington Library. Drop off your cat on Tuesday, September 19, between 6:30-7 am and pick them up on Wednesday, September 20 at 10 am.

Reservations are required so please call O.A.R. directly at (513) 871-0185 to reserve your cat’s spot on the van and for details on vaccinations.

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Ongoing Need help with your e-reader or tablet?

Call to request a one-on-one, one-hour session. Call (859) 962-4073 to set up an appointment.

Recovery Month Films Friday, September 1,1-3 pm September is National Recovery Month.

Stop in and view some films related to addiction and recovery.

9/1: “28 Days” 9/8: “Panic in Needle Park” 9/15: “My Name is Bill W.” 9/22: “The Basketball Diaries” 9/29: “When a Man Loves a Woman” Don’t miss interesting films and events about addiction and recovery this month!

Book Discussion Group Tuesday, September 5, 6:30-7:30 pm Discuss “A Man Called Ove” by Fredrik Backman.

Historic Walking Tour Wednesdays in September, 10-11 am Saturday, September 23, 10 am Learn about the many significant structures, their former residents, and events of times past on this tour.

Wednesday, September 6, 7-8 pm Join us as we discuss the baseball classic “The Long Season” by Jim Brosnan. Copies of the book are available at the Covington Reference Desk or bring a favorite baseball book of your own to share.

Job Searching and the Internet*

Thursday, September 7, 10 am-Noon The class covers strategies for applying for jobs online, tips on creating a resume for a specific position, and more.

One-on-One Genealogy Research Assistance* Saturday, September 9, 10-11 am Sunday, September 17, 1-3 pm Call (859) 962-4070 to reserve a onehour session to discuss resources and search strategies.

Classical Guitar Concert with Peter Fletcher Saturday, September 9, 1-2 pm Classical guitarist Peter Fletcher will be playing as part of Classical Music Month.

Getting to Know the Local History & Genealogy Department Sunday, September 10, 1-2 pm Saturday, September 16, 10 -11 am Join us for a tour of the department! We will highlight some of the gems of the collection, select our favorite books from the shelves and pull open the microfilm drawers to show you what is available for your research.

E-mail Creation and Access*

Monday, September 11, 9-11 am Set up new e-mail accounts, test access to already created accounts, and to work out other problems accessing accounts. This is in preparation for the E-mail Use class.

E-mail Use*

Tuesday, September 12, 10 am-Noon You will learn about formatting, sending, and opening e-mails, adding attachments, setting up folders, and more tips and tricks for e-mail. You should have a working e-mail account.

Financial Planning 101*

Wednesday, September 13, 5:30-7 pm Learn the basics of planning for retirement, saving for college, and reaching your financial goals in this introductory workshop.

Microsoft Word*

Part 1: Thursday, September 14, 10 am-Noon Learn how to use Word for typing letters and resumes, how to work with Ribbon tools, and some basics of Microsoft Word.

Part 2: Thursday, September 21, 10 am-Noon

COVAS: Monthly Meeting Thursday, September 14, 7-8:30 pm Join us for the monthly meeting of the Central Ohio Valley Archaeological Society.

Recovery Month Book Discussion Friday, September 15, 3-4 pm Join us as we read and discuss “The Trip to Echo Spring: Author Ken On Writers and Williamson shares Drinking” by his latest book, Olivia Laing.

“Saying Goodbye to Books are Vietnam,” available at the on Thursday, Reference Desk.

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Open Crafting: Featuring Arm Knitting Saturday, September 16, 2-4 pm A demonstration of arm knitting will be given and instruction offered to those interested. Please bring two balls of bulky yarn if you’d like to arm knit your own project.

Coupon Clippers Sunday, September 17, 2-4 pm Coupons are a great way to save money.

We will be clipping coupons, exchanging coupons, and sharing tips and tricks for both regular and e-couponing. Bring your flyers if you have them.

Investment Research Using Morningstar and Valueline*

Monday, September 18, 5:30-7 pm Research stocks and mutual funds using the Morningstar and Valueline library databases.

Microsoft PowerPoint*

Part 1: Tuesday, September 19, 10 am-Noon Part 2: Tuesday, September 26, 10 am-Noon Learn how to create a slideshow from start to finish.

Microsoft Excel*

Basic: Wednesday, September 20, 10 am-Noon Learn how to make a budget using Excel. You will get to work with formulas, charts and workbooks.

Intermediate: Wednesday, September 27, 10 am-Noon

Saying Goodbye to Vietnam: A Visit with Ken Williamson Thursday, September 21, 6:30-8 pm Vietnam veteran Ken Williamson will discuss his new book, “Saying Goodbye To Vietnam.” Mr. Williamson served in Vietnam and his book includes more than 400 photos of his experiences.

A meet-the-author session starts at 6:30 pm, presentation begins at 7 pm.

Resume/Cover Letter Writing Workshop Saturday, September 23, 12:30-2:30 pm You will learn how to convert a boring resume into a dynamic asset statement that conveys your talents in the language that an employer understands. Presented

by Kareem Simpson, SparkLight, LLC.

Congenealogy Monday, September 25, 6:30-8 pm Browse the bizarre world of Sideshow Genealogy topics including: burial practices, morbid photography, odd professions, and more!

Introduction to Microsoft Publisher*

Thursday, September 28, 10 am-Noon Learn how you can use the included templates to design and print personalized items such as greeting cards, family brochures, business cards and calendars.

Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange Thursday, September 28, 4-6 pm Need health insurance? Stop by and talk with a representative from the Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange.

Recovery Month — HIV Testing Saturday, September 30,1-4 pm As part of National Recovery Month, the Northern Kentucky Health Department is conducting free HIV testing for adults.

Teens GRADES 6-12 UNLESS OTHER WISE INDICATED

Haunt Your Library Writing Contest Grades 1-12 September 1-October 15 See Children.

Write Now! Tuesdays, September 5 &19, 6-7 pm A space for teen writers to discuss poetry, fiction, memoir, songs, plays, graphic novels, and more.

Book Blathers* Wednesday, September 20, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Join the Teen Book Club! This month’s book is “The Hobbit” by J.R.R. Tolkien. Pick up your copy of the book at the Reference Desk.

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Weekly Preschool Storytimes Tinker Tots

Toddlers and preschoolers Mondays, 11 am-Noon Join us for this new storytime program series that will focus on a different STEM concept each week.

Preschool Storytime

Ages 3-5: Caregiver required Tuesdays, 10-10:45 am Join us for stories, songs and activities designed to develop key early literacy skills while having fun at the Library!

Covington Library, continued AniManga Club Tuesday, September 26, 6-8 pm Watch Anime classics or discover new favs. Enjoy Japanese snacks and manga drawing too!

Children Lego Build Friday, September 1Saturday, September 30 Checkout a Library item at the Covington Children’s desk during the month of September and add a Lego to the Lego structure.

Ages 0-5: Caregiver required Wednesdays, 7-7:45 pm Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun followed by playtime.

Babes in Storyland

Art Adventure!

Age 2: Caregiver required Tuesdays, 11-11:45 am Toddlers, bring your favorite adult to share books, songs and activities just for 2-year-olds.

Family Storytime

Ages 0-1: Caregiver required Thursdays, 10-10:45 am Share stories, songs, sign language, fingerplays and playtime!

Playart

Ages 2-6: Caregiver required Fridays, 1:30-2:30 pm Enjoy stories, songs, and a hands-on art project.

Dress to be comfy and get messy!

School Age Tuesdays, September 5 &19, 4-5 pm Join us as we explore two different types of art projects.

9/5: Watercolors and Wax 9/19: Sharpie Canvas Art

Library Playgroup

Ages 0-4 Saturday, September 9,10 am-Noon Meet up with area parents while the children play! We’ll meet in the Children’s Activity Room and weather permitting, the children’s outdoor play area. Siblings welcome.

Wreck the Library: Tech Take Apart

Grades 3-6 Tuesdays, September 12 & 26, 7-8 pm Join us as we take apart household items to see how they work. Safety equipment and tools will be provided.

Play and Learn Group* Wednesdays, September 13 & 27, 9:30-11 am The 4C Play & Learn group gives children who are not enrolled in preschool a chance to interact with other children while learning and exploring through play. To register Patty at ptaylor@4cforchildren.org or (859) 547-5092.

Small Talk: A Book Club for Homeschoolers*

School Age Homeschoolers Wednesday, September 6, 10:30-11:30 am Join us for a discussion of the children’s classic “Half Magic” by Edward Eager. Activities and refreshments included.

Wild Wednesdays

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Preschool & School Age Thursday, September 7, 6:30-8 pm Join us for a Luau! We’ll have tropical refreshments available while we watch the movie and make an island-themed craft.

Haunt Your Library Writing Contest

Grades 1-12 September 1-October 15 Enter an original poem or tale in the Library’s 15th annual spooky writing contest. Deadline for entries is October 15. Limit of 700 words. Winners will be announced and prizes awarded the week of October 23. Submit entries to the Covington Children’s Department or e-mail a Word document to writingcontest@kentonlibrary.org. Entries must incude child’s name, age, address, phone, e-mail address, school and grade level.

Toddler Time

Luau with Moana

School Age Wednesdays in September, 4-5 pm Drop in for music, board games, video games, snacks, and more!

Homespun: Live Sharks!*

School Age Homeschoolers Wednesday, September 20, 10:30-11:30 am Experience the Shark Cart, a mobile aquarium with sharks, from the WAVE Foundation at the Newport Aquarium. The presenter will discuss sharks, their unique characteristics, the foods they eat, and their natural habitat.

Children will have the opportunity to ask questions and touch a live shark!

Go, Go, Power Rangers!

Preschool & School Age Thursday, September 21, 7-8 pm Join us for all things Power Rangers.

We’ll have games to test your skills and defeat your foes, a craft where you can make your own power sword, and more!

Super Lego Lab!

School Age Saturday, September 23, 1-3 pm While you’re building and creating with Legos, you can also have a snack and watch “The Lego Batman Movie!”

Superhero Training

Preschool & School Age Sunday, September 24, 2-3:30 pm Get ready to meet some real superheroes and train to be one yourself!

After your workout, there will be some time for meet and greets and photo ops.

Parents, be sure to bring your camera!

Playart with Baker-Hunt

Build It!

School Age Fridays, September 15 & 29, 4-5 pm Your imagination is the limit to what you can build with our LEGOs, Magnetiles, Squigz and more!

Preschool Friday, September 29, 10-11 am Join us and the talented art teachers from Baker-Hunt as we present an interactive storytime program that will tie to a different art activity each week.

Program held at the Covington Library’s Children’s Department.

Cook-A-Book*

Preschool & School Age Saturday, September 16, 11 am-Noon We’ll read the book “Pizza at Sally’s,” prepare mini pizzas, and make a craft while we’re waiting for them to be done! Please register online so that we can plan for enough food.

This symbol indicates that the program is a STEM/STEAM/ STREAM program.

Hours: M-F Sat. Sun.

9 am - 9 pm 10 am - 5 pm 1 pm - 5 pm

William E. Durr Branch 1992 Walton-Nicholson Rd., Independence, KY 41051•(859) 962-4000 *Registration required. Go online or call 962-4031 for adult and teen programs, 962-4032 for children’s.

Everyone Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange Monday, September 11, 2-4 pm Tuesday, September 26, Noon-2 pm A rep from the Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange will help you sign up for health care through Kentucky’s health care exchange. First-come, first-served basis.

The 11th Annual Chicken Rodeo!

Saturday, September 16, 11-11:45 am Clucks and feathers fill the air! It’s the 11th annual Chicken Rodeo! Come out and chase those chickens!

Adults One-on-One Tech Help Ongoing Need help with your tech? Come visit the Durr Branch to receive help with anything from iPads to laptops.

Tai Chi & Chai Tea*

Fridays, 10:30-11:30 am Master Fahey, a 6th degree black belt, will teach an easy course in the gentle and low-impact martial art of Tai Chi. We’ll also be serving Chai Tea!

Don’t miss the 11th Annual Chicken Rodeo! Saturday, September 16.

Crafts • Open Crafts: Saturday, September 2, 10 am-4 pm • Stitchers Night Out: Thursdays, September 7 & 14, 5-8 pm • Make It With Jackie — Greeting Cards: Sunday, September 10, 2-4 pm

Mah Jongg Madness Mondays, 1-4 pm Play this game that’s popular all over the world. All skill levels are welcome!

Games are played with the National Mah Jongg League cards and rules.

Zumba Gold*

Wednesdays, 7-8 pm Instructor Jean Henry will teach a lower impact, easy to follow, Latin-inspired dance fitness program. If this is your first class, please arrive between 6:30 and 6:45 pm to fill out an information sheet.

Let’s Get Cooking!*

Thursday, September 7, 1-3 pm Stop in for a cooking class with recipes and tastings!

Adult Coloring and a Movie

Adults 17+ Tuesday & Thursday, September 5 & 14, 6-8 pm Join us for a stress-free evening of movies, adult coloring and refreshments.

9/5: “Hidden Figures” 9/14: “A United Kingdom”

Buying & Selling Homes: A 101 for First Time Home Buyers / Sellers Thursday, September 7, 6:30-7:30 pm Join Adam Craun from Ken Perry Realty as he presents on home buying and selling for the first-time home buyer or a seasoned home owner!

Adult Book Discussion • Books at Night Buying or selling your

first house? Don’t miss “A 101 for First Time

Home Buyers/Sellers” on Thursday, September 7!

Saturday, September 9, 5-6 pm “The Secret History”

by Donna Tartt.

• Tuesday, September 19, 7-8:30 pm “Paying Guests”

by Sarah Waters

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Durr Branch, continued Japanimation Club

Adults Only Tuesday, September 12, 6-8:30 pm We’ll watch and discuss Japanese animation both current and past.

Refreshments provided. Mature content advisory.

Microsoft Word-Part 1*

Tuesday, September 12, 6:30-8:30 pm Learn how to use Word for typing letters and resumes, how to work with Ribbon tools, and basics of Microsoft Word. This is the first part of a two-part class.

Bone Marrow Donor Signup

Saturday, September 16, 10-11am

Relaxation Fest

Saturday, September 16, Noon-4 pm Close out the summer with a minivacation at the Library! Relax away your stress and worry!

DIY Leaf Luminary Jars

Ages 17+ Only Sunday, September 17, 2-3 pm You will receive all materials needed to make one luminary jar to make in class and take home with you.

Writer’s Group: Independence Inklings

Monday, September 18, 6:30-8:30 pm Join the Independence Inklings — a critique group for adults who write fiction!

Give yourself the advantage of support, tips and feedback. Open to writers of all genres and skill levels.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS! Join us for a study break on Monday, September 18!

Microsoft Excel-Part 1*

Tuesday, September 19, 6:30-8 pm Learn how to make a budget using Excel. You will get to work with formulas, charts and workbooks. This is the first part of a two-part class.

Keep On Spinning! The Vinyl Record Club

Tuesday, September 19, 6:30-8 pm Stop in to listen to, chat about, share and fully experience vinyl records. Bring your personal records to spin. Light refreshments will be served.

Adults watch and discuss Japanese animation on Tuesday, September 12!

Teens GRADES 6-12 UNLESS OTHER WISE INDICATED

Homeschool Hangout: Fall Book Preview!

Wednesday, September 6, 10:30-11:30 am We’ll be “tasting” new and upcoming books, having a scavenger hunt, and learning about how we can all work together to stop bullying.

Anime Club

Friday, September 8, 6-8 pm Love anime? Come meet up with other anime fans for shows, pizza, and fun!

Library Teen Cafe

Tuesday, September 12, 6-8 pm Need a non-school space to hang out and talk with your friends? Come to the new monthly Library Teen Cafe for coffee, snacks, and conversations.

Teen After Hours

Saturday, September 16, 6-9 pm Join us for video games, pizza, manhunt/hide and seek, and be as loud as we want.

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High School Study Break

Grades 9-12 Monday, September 18, 6-8 pm Need a break from school and studying?

Come to our new Study Break program, just for high school students! We’ll have snacks, activities, and relaxation!

MEMES!

Thursday, September 21, 6-8 pm Join us for a program on memes.

Children Puppy Tales*

Grades K-5 Tuesdays, 5:30-6:45 pm Children will have a 15-minute time slot to read one-on-one to a dog who loves to hear stories! You bring the kids, we’ll supply the dogs!

Homeschooler’s Club: Plaster and Ceramics Painting*

School Age Homeschoolers Wednesday, September 6, 10:30-11:30 am In September, the owners of Mommy & Me Plaster & Ceramics will bring some pieces for us to paint and take home.

This program is limited to 50 kids and registration is required.

Weekly Preschool Storytimes

Builders and Makers

School Age Thursday, September 14, 4:30-5:30 pm Construct, design and invent with our extensive collection of Legos, Duplos and Keva Planks.

Scamper Squad

Ages 3-5: Caregiver required Mondays, 10:30 am & 7 pm Sing, dance and listen to stories as you learn about farm animals.

Creative Corner*

Ages 7-12 Saturday, September 23, 1:30-2:30 pm Creative Corner is an art based program that helps kids express their creativity while learning the fundamentals of drawing, painting, and other art mediums. All materials will be provided.

Preschool Storytime

Ages 3-5: Caregiver required Tuesdays, 10:30-11 am Join us for music, stories, movement and laughs with Joel the Singing Librarian.

Toddler Time

Studies show that reading to dogs helps kids learn!

Bring your child to Puppy Tales, Tuesdays, 5:30-6:45 pm. We’ll supply the dog!

Ages 2-3: Caregiver required Tuesdays, 7 pm Toddlers and their favorite adult are invited to a special storytime just for them.

Kids express their creativity in Creative Corner, Saturday, September 23.

This symbol indicates that the program is a STEM/STEAM/ STREAM program.

Babes in StoryLand

Ages 0-2: Caregiver required Wednesdays, 7-7:30 pm Bring your baby to the Library for language enrichment with stories, songs, rhymes and playtime.

PreWalkers: Thursdays, 9:30-10 am Walkers: Thursdays, 10:30-11 am Limited to first 15 babies in attendance.

Playart

Ages 2-6: Caregiver required Thursdays, 1:30 & 7 pm Fridays,10:30 am Join us for a story and a craft!

Homebound Delivery Service Available Are you or someone you know unable to get to the Library due to physical limitations? Consider Homebound Delivery from the Library. Residents of Kenton County qualify for Homebound Delivery Services if:

• They have a disability or medical

tion and their caretaking schedule

condition which precludes them

precludes them from visiting a

from visiting a library. A note of

library.

medical confirmation stating these limitations may be required.

This is a free, monthly service to

• They are a caretaker of a person

those enrolled in the program. For more

with a disability or medical condi-

information call (859) 962-4062.

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Hours: M-F Sat. Sun.

9 am - 9 pm 10 am - 6 pm 1 pm - 5 pm

Erlanger Branch Library 401 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018 • (859) 962-4000

*Registration required. Go online or call 962-4002 for adult and teen programs, 962-4003 for children’s.

Adults Magic! The Gathering Saturdays, September 2 & 16, Noon-5 pm Bring your own deck or one can be provided for beginners.

Adult Anime Club Saturday, September 2, 2-4 pm Bring your friends and join others to watch, talk about and share anime and manga!

SCORE: Free Advice for Businesses and Entrepreneurs*

Enjoy Ye Olde Days Faire on September 9! Dress up in Medieval or Renaissance clothing if you like.

Everyone Thank You, Veterans Notes and Cards September-October The Erlanger Library will be collecting “thank you” cards and letters to be sent to active military personnel and veterans.

We are encouraging holiday notes to prepare for the upcoming season.

Please drop the letters off at the Library.

No envelopes or stamps required. For more information, contact Laura Loechle at Laura.loechle@kentonlibrary.org or (859) 962-4146.

Family Movie Night— “The Boss Baby” (2017) Friday, September 1, 6:30-9 pm Enjoy free popcorn. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Ye Olde Days Faire Saturday, September 9, 11 am-4 pm Celebrate the beginning of fall with a Medieval Faire at the Erlanger Branch Library. Enjoy artisans, a Royal Storytime, games, face-painting, hair braiding, pony rides, glass blowing, crafts, fencing demonstrations, birds of prey, and more.

Please check online calendar for exact times of each program.

They may change due to weather or demand. The Faire opens at 11 am and closes at 4 pm. Vendors will be open for entire event. Food trucks will be onsite for those wanting to feast.

All adults and children are encouraged to dress up in Medieval or Renaissance clothing.

Fall Family Craft Night @ The Library Monday, September 11, 7-8 pm Have fun making decorative crafts.

Pets Rock!

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Thursday, September 14, 6:30-7:30 pm Cat? Dog? Lizard? Tarantula? Pets rock, and we’re going to create a pet you can keep in any living situation! Silly stories too!

International Day of Peace Thursday, September 21, 6:30-7:30 pm Celebrate International Day of Peace with art, literature, video, and more.

Family Pokemon Night @ The Library!

Monday, September 25, 7-8 pm Pokemon trainers bring your 3DS, DS and/or trading cards to battle other trainers. Enjoy snacks and other activities during the program.

Book Ninjas!

Thursday, September 28, 6:30-8 pm Brain training and read leading... the ninjas in our stories will help you learn to defeat bullies and be a stronger you!

We’ll explore how you can become a Book Ninja at home and maybe win prizes. There will be ninja games, prizes, crafts, and more! Enjoy a special martial arts demonstration from Gary William’s Martial Arts!

Tuesdays, 9 am-2 pm SCORE is an all-volunteer organization of experienced business people who provide free advice to entrepreneurs.

You must register in advance to participate. Contact SCORE at www. greatercincinnati.score.org to register.

Word for Beginners*

Tuesday, September 5, 6-7:30 pm Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word.

Cincinnati’s Brewing Heritage Tuesday, September 5, 7-8 pm Learn about the history and future of Cincinnati’s Brewery District. Presented

by Steven Hampton of the Brewery District Community Urban Redevelopment Corporation.

LibrAARRRy Pirate Week! the map. Prizes will be given to those fearless pirates who solve the map and find the hidden treasure.

Maker Monday: Pirate Games

Everyone Monday, September 18, 7-8 pm Tonight on Maker Monday, we are playing and making versions of board games popular with pirates. All materials supplied. Enjoy a pirate snack!

Don’t miss these exciting pirate-themed programs and events this month!

Pirate Treasure Hunt

Everyone Sunday, September 17-Saturday, September 23 Grab yer first mate and head to the Library for a treasure hunt! Pick up your first piece of the map at the Adult Reference desk and see if you can solve the clues to find the rest of

NKY Accountability Group Wednesdays, 9:15-11:15 am Unemployed professional? Join other job seekers looking for work to get support and fresh ideas.

Goodreads*

Wednesday, September 6, 5-6 pm Tired of trying to keep track of what books you’ve read? Come check out Goodreads with us and we’ll show you how you can easily keep track and get recommendations based on what you have read.

E-Books for Beginners*

Wednesday, September 6, 6:30-8 pm Learn how to download e-books.

The Hidden Costs of College*

Wednesday, September 6, 6:30-7:30 pm Learn about financial aid options, FASFA, and the hidden costs of college.

The Bookies Book Club Wednesday, September 6, 7-8 pm Join us as we discuss Haven Kimmel’s “A Girl Named Zippy.”

Learn to Talk like a Pirate! (and other languages)*

Adults/Teens Tuesday, September 19, 7-8:30 pm We be usin’ Mango Languages to show ye how! Mango Languages can also be used to learn many other languages and we will show you how to learn those as well.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Conversation Club Thursdays, September 7 & 21, 2-3 pm Practice listening and talking in English in a friendly and informal conversation club.

This group is for English learners at all levels, but participants should have some English knowledge.

Writer’s Group Thursdays, September 7 & 21, 6:30-8 pm Share your work and give feedback in this writing group for writers of all genres. New members welcome!

Financial Empowerment 101 Thursday, September 7, 6:30-8:30 pm The Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission is presenting a class for families and individuals to help them better understand budgeting, banking, credit, and predatory lending.

Wild Wednesdays! Pirate Bingo Night Everyone Wednesday, September 20, 6:30-9 pm Play Pirate BINGO for prizes!

Golden Age of Piracy

Adults Thursday, September 21, 7-8 pm Learn about The Golden Age of Piracy, an extended period of time lasting from the 1650s to the 1730s, characterized by the excessive outbursts of piracy that occurred throughout several regions around the world, most notably in the Caribbean.

Mutiny: Adult Pirate Escape Room*

Adults Saturday, September 23, 10 am-5 pm Infamous Pirate Captain has charged you scallywags with mutiny for trying to take over his ship. You have a set time to escape before you are forced to walk the plank. Must register for mutiny time. Registered buccaneers will be in groups of six and will be grouped together to fill space.

Buccaneer Theater — “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales”

Everyone Friday, September 22, 6:30-9 pm Enjoy free popcorn while you watch the movie on the big screens.

Knitting with Scarf It Up Thursdays, September 7 & 21, 7-8:30 pm Learn to knit or bring your own project.

Please bring size 10.5 needles and thick and chunky yarn.

Film Friday: “Lion” (2016) Friday, September 8, 1 & 6 pm A monthly series for the true film buff — see current critically-acclaimed, and award winning films for free at the Library. Rated PG-13.

Toastmasters

Adults Only Mondays, September 11 & 25, 7-9 pm Toastmasters help people develop public speaking and leadership skills — with enjoyment. Gather at 6:45 pm for introductions; the meeting starts at 7 pm.

Professional Style Photos* Tuesday, September 12, 6-8 pm Do you need a more professional looking photo for job websites like LinkedIn? Join us and we will take your photo for you and then show you how you can touch it up. Please wear professional attire.

D&D Game Night — 5th Edition*

Ages 13+ Wednesdays, September 13 & 27, 6-9 pm Come to a Dungeons & Dragons game night to explore fantastic worlds, clash with dark monsters, spin lore and commit heroic feats while playing the greatest RPG of all time!

Ukulele Jam with Cool Hand Ukes Wednesday, September 13, 6-8 pm Jam along with this open group of ukulele players, or just come and listen!

Open Crafting Saturday, September 16,10 am-4 pm Bring any crafting project you’re currently working on, and you might learn some new tricks with knitting, purling, and crocheting.

Check out Libraarrry Pirate Week above for Adult programs from September 17-23.

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Erlanger Branch, continued Maximize Your LinkedIn Profile*

Thursday, September 19, 6:30-8 pm Learn to use LinkedIn Corporate Recruiter to significantly increase your chances of recruiters finding you!

Smart Phones for Seniors* Tuesday, September 26, 6-8 pm Learn to use your smart phone to its fullest potential.

Cincinnati’s German Heritage Tuesday, September 26, 7-8 pm Learn how this lively, crowded close-knit community left a lasting imprint on the entire society of Cincinnati. Presented by Cincinnati Museum’s Speaker Bureau.

Classic Movie Matinee Wednesday, September 27, 1-3 pm Enjoy the classic film noir “Laura” and free snacks.

Basic Computer Skills*

Blockbuster Theater!

“Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 2” Friday, September 29, 6:30-9 pm Join us for the popular NEW RELEASE movie and free popcorn! Rated PG-13.

Baby Fair

Babies, parents of babies & expectant parents Saturday, September 30, 1-4 pm Expectant parents and parents of children under the age of one are invited to join us for a Baby Fair, where you will have access to over a dozen non-profit and for-profit organizations that can help make this special time even better for you and your baby. There will be short demos and classes covering topics such as baby sign language, baby massage, and mother/baby exercise. And just for Dad ­­­— a Daddy Dancing class is part of the fun! Raffles and special prizes, as well as a photo booth, will also be available.

Teens GRADES 6-12 UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED

Homework Club

Wednesday, September 27, 6-7:30 pm Learn the basics of how to use a computer.

Mondays & Wenesdays, 4-4:30 pm Stay focused on homework and get help from your peers at Homework Club.

Upcycled Mini Zen Garden*

Teen Space

Wednesday, September 27, 6:30-7:30 pm Learn how to make a tiny Zen garden travel worthy! Create your own Zen garden out of a recycled Altoids tin.

Excel for Beginners*

Thursday, September 28, 6-7:30 pm Learn the basics of using Microsoft Excel.

Erlanger Test Kitchen: German Food*

Thursday, September 28, 7-8 pm Join Chef Caleb from Colonel De Gourmet Herbs & Spices as he demonstrates how to make a few different German themed dishes and enjoy free samples!

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Mondays & Wenesdays, 4:30-6 pm Hang out after school with fellow teens.

Play video games, board games, color, and have snacks in a safe place.

Goodreads*

Wednesday, September 6, 5-6 pm See Adults.

Teen Chef: Caramel Apple Edition

The Hidden Costs of College*

Monday, September 18, 6-7 pm Celebrate fall by creating your own caramel apple with an assortment of flavors and toppings!

Wednesday, September 6, 6:30-7:30 pm See Adults.

Ninja Training for Tweens*

Origami Paper Cranes Thursday, September 7, 6-8 pm We will be making paper cranes to give to the Peace Crane Project, which will send them to another child across the world.

Anime and Pokemon Club Monday, September 11, 6-7:30 pm Join other teens as we watch new Japanese Anime, eat awesome Japanese snacks, and have your own Pokemon DS battles.

D&D Game Night — 5th Edition*

Ages 13+ Wednesdays, September 13 & 27, 6-9 pm See Adults.

Prepare for the ACT/SAT*

Wednesday, September 13, 6-7 pm Learn how to access practice ACT and SAT tests though our online databases, as well as learn about other helpful study materials.

Teens make beautiful Origami cranes on Thursday, September 7!

Ages 9-13 Monday, September 25, 6:30-7:30 pm Participate in tasks of agility and cunning in the search to become a ninja! Based on the book “Deadly Flowers” by Sarah Thomson.

Upcycled Mini Zen Garden* Wednesday, September 27, 6:30-7:30 pm See Adults.

Children Wild Wednesdays!

• Sensational Slime Ages 7-12 Wednesday, September 6, 7-8 pm Make and take magnetic, glitter, and other types of slime!

• Totally Tie-Dye!*

Ages 9+ Wednesday, September 13, 7-8 pm Tie-dye a totally awesome shirt!

One shirt will be provided. You may bring other materials to dye, while supplies last.

• Wild Wednesday Pirate Bingo Night Everyone Wednesday, September 20, 6:30-9 pm See Pirate Week • DIY Bouncy Balls*

Ages 7+ Wednesday, September 27, 7-8 pm Make your own bouncy balls using a few simple ingredients!

Origami Paper Cranes Thursday, September 7, 6-8 pm See Teens.

Spanish English Storytime Preschool & School Age Friday, September 8, 4-5 pm Bilingual storytime is presented in English and Spanish allowing children to engage through stories, finger plays,

Weekly Preschool Storytimes

music, activities, and crafts. “La hora del Cuento Bilingüe es presentado en Inglès y Español, permitiendo a los niños engancharse a traves de cuentos, juegos con los dedos, mùsica, actividades, y manualidades.”

Babes in Storyland

Ages 0-24 mo.: Caregiver required Mondays, 10 am; & Tuesdays, 9:30 & 10:30 am Limited to the first 15 babies in attendance; siblings welcome.

Reading Buddies

Ages 3-12 Mondays starting September 11, 4:30-6 pm Children can read for enjoyment with one of our adult or teen Reading Buddy volunteers. Pizza served. Children can choose a prize. Return three times and earn a new paperback book.

Preschool Sing Along Thursdays, September 14 & 28, 4-4:30 pm Enjoy singing classic children’s songs with lots of friends and plenty of movement for little wigglers!

Rise N Shine

Homeschoolers learn about Bluegrass and Country music this month!

Courageous Kids

Grades K-5 Thursday, September 14, 5:30-6:30 pm We offer support, a listening ear, and fun activities for children who are experiencing the stress of incarcerated parents/relatives. Sometimes having friends who know what you are going through can make all the difference!

We can be that group of friends for you!

Pets Rock!

Thursday, September 14, 6:30-7:30 pm See Everyone.

Puppy Tales*

School Age Sunday, September 17, 2-4 pm Read to a dog in the Library! Research shows that reading to dogs improves motivation and reading performance.

Homeschool Club: Kentucky Culture

Homeschoolers Grades K-6 • Bluegrass Music Tuesday, September 19, 1:30-2:30 pm Learn how Bluegrass Music has played a big part in Kentucky and in the rest of the world. This program will include video clips of performances by various artists. Don’t miss the surprise!

• Country Music Tuesday, September 26, 1:30-2:30 pm Learn about Country Music stars and legends who hail from the Bluegrass State. Learn about Loretta Lynn, Tom T. Hall, J.D. Crowe, Billy Ray Cyrus and many more.

Ninja Training for Tweens* Monday, September 25, 6:30-7:30 pm See Teens.

Book Ninjas Thursday, September 28, 6:30-8 pm See Everyone.

Baby Fair

Babies, parents of babies & expectant parents Saturday, September 30, 1-4 pm See Adults.

Make a tie-dye t-shirt on Wild Wednesday, September 13!

This symbol indicates that the program is a STEM/STEAM/ STREAM program.

Ages 2-5: Caregiver required Mondays, 11 am Listen to stories and rhymes.

Limited to 40 children.

Bedtime Stories

Ages 2-5: Caregiver required Tuesdays, 7 pm Wear your pajamas to a program with stories, puppets, singing and dancing.

Toddler Time

Ages 2-3: Caregiver required Wednesdays, 10 &11 am Enjoy stories, puppets, singing and dancing.

Playart

Ages 2-6: Caregiver required Wednesdays, 1:30 pm Children will enjoy stories and songs and the opportunity to engage in process art to encourage creativity.

Blast Off to Kindergarten

Ages 3-5 Thursdays, 10 & 11:30 am Children will experience stories, activities, crafts and skills to help them prepare for kindergarten.

The S.M.A.R.T. Program

Ages 3-6 Fridays, 10 &11:30 am Have fun with science, math, art, reading and technology in this program designed

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www.kentonlibrary.org Hours M-Th: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Fri.*: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Sat.** 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sun. 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. * The Covington Library closes at 6 p.m. on Friday ** Erlanger open until 6 p.m. on Saturday

All locations closed Sunday, September 3 and Monday, September 4.

In the Community First Friday Family — Fairies and Dragons

Friday, September 1, 6:30-8 pm Join us as we make fairy gardens and dragon eggs.

Program at the FORGE at the Hellmann Creative Center, 321 W. 12th St., Covington.

Trivia Night with a Librarian Wednesday, September 6, 7-9:30 pm The Erlanger Library will supply the questions and prizes while you enjoy food and drink at a family-friendly local restaurant.

Please call for more information (859) 962-4002.

Online Programs Books On Tap

Wednesday, September 27, 7-8 pm A social club for people who like a tasty brew with their book discussion! This month’s selection is “Packing For Mars” by Mary Roach.

Discussion is held at: Braxton Brewing Company 27 W 7th St, Covington, KY 41011

Cemetery Tour Saturday, September 30, 9-11 am Join Local History & Genealogy staff for a biographical walking tour of Independence Cemetery and learn about the people and families who shaped the history of Northern Kentucky. Comfortable walking shoes are encouraged. 5358 Madison Pike, Independence, KY 41051.

View us online by tuning into @ KentonLibrary on Periscope (available on your smartphone or tablet), or at periscope.tv/kentonlibrary

Periscope Tour: Pike Street Corridor Wednesday, September 6, 10-11 am Follow along on our weekly historic walking tour of the Pike Street Corridor.

Periscope: 3G2: Glitter, Glue, and Genealogy, TOO! Thursday, September 7, 6-7 pm Entertain your kids or grandkids with a family tree peek-a-boo game!

This genealogy craft only requires construction paper, glue sticks, scissors, markers, and copies of family photographs.

Periscope: ELI5 Family History Monday, September 11, 6-7 pm How do I find what I’m looking for in the microfilm collection?

Periscope: Ask Me Anything!

Monday, September 18, 6:30-7:30 pm Join us live on Periscope and fire away your questions in the comments. Alternatively, send us your questions ahead of time at history@kentonlibrary.org (subject heading AMA). We will answer as many of your local history and genealogy questions as time allows.

Periscope: TIL Genealogy Tuesday, September 19, 3:30-4:30 pm Learn how to load the microfilm reader.