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Kenton County Public Library

calendar JANUARY 2015

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) 962-4060

*Registration required. Go online or call 962-4071 for adult and teen programs, 962-4077 for children’s.

Preschool Storytimes

Interviewing Skills Workshop*

Join us for a create, design, and making club at the Library. Meet twice a month to network, ask for help, and share your work. Thursdays, January 8 and 29.

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!

Toddler Time

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.

Everyone

Coders and Makers Lab*

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

Thursdays, January 8 & 29, 6:30-8:30 pm Each class starts with a thinking/ creativity exercise followed by project sharing and updates then collaborate/ network time.

Babes in Storyland

Covington Book Signing

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 beginning January 9, 10-11 am Enjoy stories, songs, and a hands-on art project. Dress to be comfy and get messy!

Saturday, January 24, 1-3 pm Co-editors and authors of the book “Gateway City: Covington, Kentucky, 1815-2015” will be on hand to sell and sign copies of this book which commemorates the 200th anniversary of the city of Covington.

Adults Covington Writers Group

Saturdays, January 3 & 17, 11 am-2 pm Come and share your work and learn from other local writers.

Getting the Most From Your New E-Reader

Saturday, January 3, 1-2 pm Friday, January 16, 1-2 pm Did you just get a new e-reader or tablet and now aren’t sure what to do with it? Come to the Library and learn how to download Library books for free!

Job Search One-on-One*

Monday, January 5, 1-3 pm Tuesday, January 20, 1-3 pm Need help editing your resume, writing cover letters or conducting your job search? Register to meet in a small group setting for more personalized attention from an expert staff member.

Getting The Most From Delicious.com*

Tuesday, January 6, 10-11 am Learn about Delicious.com, a social bookmarking website, and how to best use its resources for genealogy and local history research.

Book Discussions • • • •

Tuesday, January 6, 7-8 pm “52 Pickup” by Elmore Leonard Saturday, January 10, 1-2 pm “Gone With the Wind” by Margaret Mitchell Wednesday, January 14, 1-2 pm “A Simple Plan” by Scott Smith Wednesday, January 21, 7-8 pm “Christ Stopped at Eboli” by Carlo Levi Copies of the book are available at the Covington Reference Desk.

Wednesday Matinee

Wednesdays in January, 1-3 pm 1/7- Ghost in the Shell (NR) 1/14- Cowboy Bebop (unrated) 1/21- Summer Wars (PG) 1/28- Patlabor: The Movie (unrated)

Wednesday, January 7, 1:30-3:30 pm Improve interview skills with an expert KY Workforce Development Specialist.

Hong Kong Action Theater Thursdays, January 8 & 22, 1-3 pm 1/8- Come Drink with Me (unrated) 1/22- Legendary Amazons (NR)

Richard Hoskins — Author Visit

Thursday, January 8, 7-8 pm Richard Hoskins, author of “The Miner and the Viscount,” will be talking about his book as well as his Cornish roots, returning to Cornwall to research his book and the path to publication.

Covington Advisory Panel

Monday, January 12, 10-11 am Come give us your ideas on improving the Covington branch. Open feedback session with Library staff, refreshments provided.

One-on-One Genealogy Research Assistance*

Thursday, January 15, 10 am-2 pm Just getting started on a family history project or looking for help with a genealogy “brick wall”? Call to reserve a one-hour session to discuss resources and search strategies.

Flames of War Demonstration

Saturday, January 17, 11 am-4 pm Flames of War is a World War II tabletop miniatures wargame. Adults and teens can participate in this demonstration of the game and its rules. No experience needed.

Lineage Society Research Assistance Tuesday, January 20, 9-11 am Local members of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be here to discuss the necessary steps toward membership and to help you with research questions.

Congenealogy

Monday, January 26, 6:30-8 pm Kathy Reed, Hamilton County Genealogical Society, will present “Family Secrets and Newspaper Trails.”

Unraveled: The Crochet and Knit Meet-up

Wednesday, January 28, 7-8 pm Learn how to crochet or knit or just bring your current project and meet other stitchers for tips, conversation, and fun.

Teens GRADES 6-12 UNLESS OTHER WISE INDICATED

Teen Photography Contest Grades 6-12 January 1-27 It’s time for the Annual KCPL Teen Photo Contest! First prize is a $100 prepaid debit card and your photo as the cover for the KCPL Teens facebook page; 2nd prize is a $50 prepaid debit card. Submit up to 2 JPEG images as email attachments to kcplteens@gmail. com between January 1- January 26. Include your name, grade, and contact phone or e-mail. Maximum two entries per person.

Loco for Coco

Sunday, January 11, 2 pm Get your chocolate fix by making and tasting several hot chocolate drinks and desserts.

Flames of War Demonstration

Saturday, January 17, 11 am-4 pm See Adults.

The Comic X-Change

Tuesday, January 20, 7-8:30 pm Bring a favorite graphic novel to this book discussion and enjoy a lively round table about favorite books, authors and artists.

Popcorn Bar and Movie Thursday, January 22, 4 pm Yummy! Stop by to mix up unique popcorn flavors and enjoy a movie.

Animanga Club

Tuesday, January 27, 6-8 pm Fan favs and Crunchyroll rotation, Japanese crafts, manga art and snacks.

Alien Attack

Homeschoolers celebrate all things Australian on Monday, January 26!

Saturday, January 31, 2 pm Popular teen book “The Fifth Wave” by Rick Yancey was just released on film. Celebrate the movie and book series with trivia, alien facts and slime. Raffle winner will receive the books and movie tickets.

Children Puppy Tales

Grades K-6 Sunday, January 4, 2-4 pm Come read to a real dog, earn a certificate and enter a raffle to win your own toy reading companion. Drawings are held twice a year in June and December.

Move It Monday!*

Grades 1-6 Mondays in January, 4-4:45 pm Get ready to sweat to a fun work out each week. A light snack and water will be provided. Gym shoes required. 1/5: NewCov Crossfit 1/12: Gym Skills Cincinnati Gymnastics 1/19: Gary Williams Martial Arts 1/26: Cosmic Studios Zumba

Science Time

Grades K-5 Tuesdays, January 6 & 20, 4-5 pm Come listen to stories and perform a fun science experiment.

COV Club

Grades 1-6 Wednesdays in January, 4-5 pm Drop in after school for music, board games, video games, snacks, and more fun activities — it’s your club!

Lego Lab

Grades K-5 Thursdays, January 8 & 22, 6:30-8 pm We provide the Legos — you provide the engineering skills and creativity. We can build it!

Awesome Art Afternoon* Grades 1-5 Fridays, January 9, 16, 23 & 30, 4-4:45 pm Develop your young artist’s skills and passion each week as we learn from the masters, old and new, through great reads and a hands-on project.

Library Playgroup

Ages 0-4; Caregiver required Saturday, January 10, 10 am-Noon Meetup 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.

Engineering Club

Grades 3-5 Tuesdays, January 13 & 27, 4-5 pm Come design balloon rockets and put your building skills to the test!

Peace, Love, and Cupcakes*

Ages 2-12 Monday, January 19, 1-2 pm Honor the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a hands-on art project and a sweet treat in this birthday celebration for the whole family. Completed art with be put on display throughout the library following the event.

Homespun: Awesome Aussies*

Homeschoolers, Grades K-6 Monday, January 26, 1:30-2:30 pm It’s Australia Day! Join us for stories, crafts, and refreshments as we celebrate all things Australian.

Improve Your Computer Skills! *Registration is required for these classes. Please phone the number listed or visit www.kentonlibrary.org/events. Register (859) 962-4071 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events

First Time Computer Users* Thursday, January 8, 10 am-Noon

Microsoft Word*

Part 1- Wednesday,January 14, 10 am-Noon Part 2- Wednesday, January 21, 10 am-Noon

Exploring the Internet* Part 1- Thursday, January 15, 10 am-Noon Part 2- Thursday, January 22, 10 am-Noon

Email Creation and Access*

Monday, January 26, 9-11 am

Email Use*

Thursday, January 29, 10 am-Noon

Job Searching and the Internet*

Wednesday, January 28, 10 am-Noon Learn strategies for applying online, tips on creating a resume for a specific position, and others ways to get hired.

Microsoft PowerPoint* Part 1- Tuesday, January 20, 10 am-Noon Part 2- Tuesday, January 27, 10 am-Noon

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) 962-4030

*Registration required. Go online or call 962-4031 for adult and teen programs, 962-4032 for children’s.

Preschool Storytimes Preschool Story Time

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

Ages 2-3: Caregiver required Tuesdays, 7-7:30 pm Toddlers and their favorite adult are invited to a special storytime just for them.

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, 1:30-2 pm & 7-7:30 pm; & Fridays, 10-10:30 am & 11 am-11:30 am Have fun with art.

Everyone Teen Photography Contest Gallery Show

Friday, January 30, 6-8 pm Come check out the great photography by area teens on exhibit in our meetingroom-turned-gallery.

Adults

Hoxworth Blood Drive*

Saturday, January 3, 10 am-3:30 pm Start the New Year off right and make a donation to Hoxworth! Please register at the www.hoxworth.org. Donuts and/or pizza will be available for donors.

Writer’s Group: Independence Inklings

Sundays, January 4 & 18, 1:30-4:30 pm Come join the Independence Inklings — a critique group for adults who write fiction! Open to writers of all genres.

Lunch and Learn For Seniors*

Monday, January 5, Noon-2 pm Enjoy lunch while learning about topics of interest to seniors. Watch Viva Las Vegas (PG) and celebrate Elvis Presley’s 80th birthday!

Weekly GED

Ages 16 to Adult Mondays & Wednesdays, 5-7:30 pm Study for your GED and take advantage of all that this class has to offer. Call (859) 442-1615 for more information.

Adult Book Discussion Tuesday, January 6, 7-8:30 pm “Wild” by Cheryl Strayed

Diabetes Support Group*

Wednesday, January 7, 6:30-8 pm Join us for refreshments and speaker, Jennifer Holladay from the Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired.

Crafting • • • • • • •

Stitchers Night Out* Thursdays, January 8 & 29, 5-8:30 pm Scarf It Up!: Learn to Knit* Thursdays, January 8 & 29, 6-7:30 pm One-on-One: Stitching Assistance* Friday, January 9, 2-5 pm Thursday, January 15, 10 am-1 pm Open Crafts* Saturday, January 10, 10 am-4 pm Quilting Basics* Saturday, January 10, 10:30 am-12:30 pm Quilting: Mystery Block of the Month Saturday, January 10, 2-4 pm Make It With Jackie: Greeting Cards Sunday, January 11, 2-4 pm

Mah Jongg Madness

Mondays, January 12 & 26, 1-4 pm Come in and learn this game that’s popular all over the world. New students, please register!

It’s time for the Annual KCPL Teen Photo Contest! Submit your photos between January 1-26.

Toastmasters

Mondays, January 12 & 26, 6:45-8:30 pm Toastmasters help people develop public speaking and leadership skills — with enjoyment. For information, call (859) 802-9320. Adults only please.

Chemical Dependency and Family Recovery*

Tuesday, January 13, 6-7 pm Staff from the University of Kentucky’s Targeted Assessment Program will be offering a one-hour training on what Chemical Dependency is and on how family members can learn to set healthy boundaries that will assist them with their own recovery as a family member..

One-on-One Genealogy Assistance* Wednesday, January 14, 1-5 pm Saturday, January 31, 2-6 pm Meet one-on-one with a Library staff member for help with genealogy resources such as Ancestry Library Edition, FamilySearch.org, Heritage Quest, etc. Please register by calling (859) 962-4031.

Sensory Story time*

Ages 2-6; Caregiver required Saturday, January 10, 11 am-Noon Sensory Story time is an interactive program designed for children with sensory integration challenges. It combines activities to stimulate the senses and promote learning. If your child has difficulty sitting through one of the library’s other story times, this inclusive program of stories, songs and activities may be a better fit for him or her.

Work out with Zumba! Wednesday, January 28. Digital Photography: Close-ups*

Friday, January 16, 5:30-8:30 pm Explore the different types of close-up photography. Find endless inspiration in the details and patterns that surround us.

Zumba Gold*

Wednesday, January 28, 7-8 pm Licensed instructor Jean Henry will teach a lower impact, easy to follow, Latin-inspired dance fitness program.

Teens GRADES 6-12 UNLESS OTHER WISE INDICATED

Wii Super Smash Bros. Fest

Friday, January 9, 4-8 pm Come for free play and character unlocking. Starting at 6 pm, compete in the Super Smash Bros tournament for a $25 Game Stop gift card!

Teen Craft: Polymer Clay

Wednesday, January 14, 4-6 pm You can make so many different kinds of things with polymer clay!

Children Puppy Tales*

K-6 Tuesdays in January, 5:30-6:45 pm Children are invited to read one on one to a dog to build their reading skills and confidence.

Homeschooler’s Club: Coming to America*

Homeschoolers Ages 5-12; Wednesday, January 7, 10:30-11:30 am We’ll learn about immigration through Ellis and Angel Island, make a culturally inspired craft, start our family tree using Ancestry.com, and sample recipes that local immigrants brought to America.

Lego Time

Ages 6-12 Thursday, January 8, 4:30-5:30 pm Enjoy an hour of Lego free play!

Homeschoolers learn about immigration this month.

Mike Hemmelgarn — Comedy Juggler and Ventriloquist*

All ages; Caregiver required Monday, January 19, 11-11:45 am The ideal comedy program with a perfect blend of juggling, comedy magic, balloons and audience participation!

Creative Corner*

Ages 7-12 Saturday, January 24, 1-2 pm Creative Corner is an art based program designed to help kids express their creativity while learning the fundamentals of drawing, painting, and other art mediums.

Sensory Open Play

Caregiver required Saturday, January 31, 10 am-1 pm Expand the mind, gross and fine motor skills and engage the senses in this learn through play program geared for young learners and those with autism or other sensory challenges.

Creative Corner will bring out your child’s inner artist!

Improve Your Computer Skills! *Registration is required for these classes. Please phone the number listed or visit www.kentonlibrary.org/events. Register (859) 962-4031 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events

Mac Tips & Tricks

Tuesday, January 6, 6:30-8:30 pm

One-on-One Photo Scanning and Editing*

Wednesday, January 7, 1-3 pm Meet one-on-one with a Library staff member for help with scanning photos, slides or negatives.

Santa Brought Me a New Computer*

Thursdays, January 8 & 15, 1:30-3:30 pm Bring your new tech gadgets to this class, and we will show you how to start enjoying your new gadgets.

Introduction to E-Readers*

Tuesday, January 13, 6:30-8:30 pm Thursday, January 22, 1:30-3:30 pm Learn about several e-book readers and how to download Library e-books for free.

Microsoft Word

Part 1- Tuesday, January 20, 6:30-8:30 pm Part 2- Tuesday, January 27, 6:30-8:30 pm

One-on-One Help with E-Books, Music, and More*

Wednesday, January 28, 2-5 pm Meet one on one with a library staff member for help with KCPL’s digital resources. Bring your iPad or other compatible device and learn about Zinio magazines, Hoopla, OneClickDigital, and others.

iPad Tips & Tricks

Thursday, January 29, 1:30-3:30 pm Prequisite for class, iPad must be updated to the iOS8 operating system.

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.

Preschool Storytimes Babes in Storyland

Ages 0-2: Caregiver required Mondays, 10 am & Tuesdays, 9:30 am & 10:30 am We will share books, rhymes, and songs, and enjoy toy time together.

Family Fun Night @ The Library is fun for the whole family! Mondays, January 12, 19 & 26, 7-8 pm.

Rise N Shine

Ages 2-5: Caregiver required Mondays, 11 am Listen to stories and rhymes and dance and color. Limited to 40 children in attendance.

Bedtime Stories

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

Toddler Time

Ages 2-3: Caregiver required Wednesdays, 10 & 11 am Join us for stories, singing, dancing and art. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.

Playart

Ages 2-6: Caregiver required Wednesdays, 1:30 & 7 pm & Fridays, 10 & 11:30 am Enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week.

Kindergarten, Here I Come!

Ages 3-5 Thursdays, 10 & 11:30 am Join us as we use stories, rhymes, songs and activities to help prepare for kindergarten.

Everyone

Teens

Family Fun Night @ The Library

GRADES 6-12 UNLESS OTHER WISE INDICATED

Mondays, January 12, 19 & 26, 7-8 pm Family Fun Night @ The Library is fun for the whole family! Join us for fun games and activities as well as snacks.

Adults

Knitting with Scarf it Up!*

Thursday, January 15, 7 pm Learn to knit or bring your own project! Please bring size 10.5 needles and thick and chunky yarn.

Open Crafting*

Saturday, January 10, 10 am-4 pm Knitting: 10:30 am-Noon Purling: 1:30-3 pm Crocheting: 2-3:30 pm

Writers’ Group

Thursday, January 15, 6:30 pm Give and share feedback in this writing group for writers of all genres. New members welcome!

Teen Lounge

Every Monday & Wednesday, 4:30-6 pm Hang out after school with friends, food, games, and more!

STEAM Explorers*

Thursday, January 15, 7-8 pm Join us for an hour of science, technology, engineering, art, and math exploration! This month we’ll hear from the staff of the Newport Aquarium about STEM-related careers.

Video Game Tourney

Friday, January 16, 4:30-6:30 pm Participate in a Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament! You must arrive by 4:30 in order to play. Grades 6-12 only.

Teen Advisory Board

Monday, January 19, 6-7:30 pm Join Teen Advisory Board to have your voice heard!

Teen Stitch-In

Wednesday, January 21, 6-7:30 pm Join other knitters and crocheters to work on your projects or start a new one! Not for beginners. Needles and yarn will be provided.

Teen Movie Night

Grades 8-12 Wednesdays, January 28, 6-8 pm Watch “Frozen” (PG), the Sing-Along version, and make themed crafts and snacks! This event is for grades 8-12 ONLY.

Pokemon Club

Monday, January 26, 6-7:30 pm Pokemon trainers, bring your cards and game systems to battle with other Pokemon fans!

Children

Crafternoons

Ages 6-12 Wednesdays in January, 4 pm January 7- Birdfeeders! January 14- Recycled Card Creations! January 21- Popcorn! January 28- Bubble Wrap Painting!

School’s Out Maker Space Afternoon

Ages 3-12 Monday, January 19, 2-4 pm Make your own journal and/or photo scapbook. Bring your own photos to use in the activity. Boys can make a sports card collectible album. Bring your own sports card.

Belly Laughs!

Ages 6-12 Thursday, January 22, 7 pm Celebrate the upcoming Belly Laugh Day with funny stories, silly snacks, and a amusing craft!

WINning with Good Nutrition!*

Cozy Stories and Cocoa!

Ages 6-12 Thursday, January 8, 7 pm Bring your friends for some cozy winter stories and hot cocoa! Bring a blanket to wrap up if you choose!

Homeschool Kitchen Science*

Homeschoolers, ages 4-12 Tuesday, January 13, 1-2 pm Homeschooling kids join Miss Maria for fun kitchen science activities and projects.

Lego Club

Ages 5-12 Thursdays, January 15 & 22, 4-5 pm Enjoy an hour of Lego free play!

Learn about plants and animals that thrive in frigid temperatiures on Friday, January 16!

Pizza and Games!

Ages 6-12 Thursday, January 15, 7 pm Pizza! Stories! Board games! Fun! Bring your friends!

Friday Night Flora and Fauna*

Homeschoolers, ages 5-12; Caregiver required Tuesdays, January 20 & 27, 1 pm Homeschool children and parents can enjoy learning about good nutrition, and sample tasty dishes, with the UK Cooperative Extension Service WIN program. This is a 6-week program; please register for all 6 weeks.

Puzzles!

Ages 6-12 Thursday, January 29, 7 pm National Puzzle Day is a great time to share some puzzling stories, and create and solve some puzzles of our own! Bring a friend!

Celebrate Belly Laugh Day with funny stories, silly snacks and an amusing craft! Thursday, January 22, 7pm.

Ages 6-12 Friday, January 16, 7 pm Join Mr. Dustin for interesting activities built around plants (flora) and animals (fauna) that thrive in frigid temps! This STEM program will include activities designed to encourage inquiry and creativity.

Puppy Tales*

Grades 1-6, Caregiver required Sunday, January 18, 2-4 pm Children are invited to read one on one to a dog to build their reading skills and confidence.

Improve Your Computer Skills! *Registration is required for these classes. Please phone the number listed or visit www.kentonlibrary.org/events. Register (859) 962-4002 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events

One-on-One Tech Help!*

All month long in January Call us to setup an hour long oneon-one appointment for help with anything technology related. We can help with: Computer Beginners, Internet Beginners/Email, Ereaders, Tablets/ Ipads, Microsoft Office programs, Mac help and more! Just call (859) 962-4000 ext. 4101 or email maura.lambert@ kentonlibrary.org

Covington Library 502 Scott Boulevard Covington, KY 41011 Phone: (859) 962-4060

NONPROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID CINCINNATI, OHIO PERMIT NO. 1611

Durr Branch Library 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road Independence, KY 41051 Phone: (859) 962-4030

Electronic Service Requested

Erlanger Branch Library 401 Kenton Lands Road Erlanger, KY 41018 Phone: (859) 962-4000

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 Library locations will close at 5 pm on Wednesday, December 31 and be closed on Thursday, January 1.

Online Events Please note: these are online classes and require an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Magazines, Movies, and Music on Your iPad* Tuesday, January 6, Noon-1 pm Learn how to borrow Library digital magazines, movies, and music on your iPad, tablet, and smartphone. Please provide your email when registering.

Literary Northern Kentucky

Thursday, January 22, 10 am Kentucky is fertile ground for poets and authors, and this region is no different. Learn about Northern Kentucky authors and how you can find their works in our collections.

Privacy and Safety Online*

Wednesday, January 14, Noon-1 pm Learn great online tools and resources to protect your identity, privacy, and be safe online. Bonus: learn how to block ads on YouTube and other video sites. Skip through the commercials! Please provide your email when registering.

Did you know you can download books, magazines and music for free from the Library? Did you know you can stream or rent movies or TV shows? Learn how on Tuesday, January 6!