EVENTS GUIDE TO FREE PROGRAMS & EVENTS
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Thanksgiving turkey. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes. Hikers younger than 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult, and all hikers will be asked to sign a waiver. Co-Sponsored by Kenton County Parks and Recreation and the City of Erlanger.
Make With Me
Bring your family to make crafts and decorations for Thanksgiving! Monday, November 5, 7-8 pm at Erlanger.
Thank You, Veterans Notes and Cards
ERL: Through Sun.,11/11 In preparation for Veterans Day, the Erlanger Library will be collecting Thank You cards and letters to be sent to active military personnel and Veterans. They do not need to be in envelopes or stamped.
Illustrated Word Art Show Opening Reception ERL: Sun., 11/4, 2-3:30 pm The Kentucky Art Council presents the work of 29 spectacular Kentucky artists in this special traveling show “The Illustrated Word.” The art is inspired by the written word, including the use of words and letters in the work. Show runs through December 15th.
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Sunday Night Blues
DURR: Sun., 11/4, 7-8:30 pm Featuring the Sonny Moorman blues trio, Ricky Nye and Bekah Williams.
Family Craft Night: Thanksgiving Crafts
ERL: Mon., 11/5, 7-8 pm Join us this evening to make crafts and decorations to use for your Thanksgiving celebration!
National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week ERL: Sat., 11/10-18 Every day, over half-million Americans are homeless, and over 42 million Americans are at risk of experiencing hunger. Raise your awareness! Stop by our display and pick up a resource packet with helpful information. Learn more at https://hhweek.org/
ERL: Sun., 11/18, 2-4 pm Drop by with the whole family to create autumn keepsakes together.
Family Game Night @ The Library!
ERL: Mon., 11/19, 7-8 pm Play new and favorite board and card games.
Neuterville Express Comes to Covington: Low Cost Spay/Neuter Service for Cats* Reflections Art Show
DURR: Open House - Wed., 11/ 14, 5:30-7:30 pm Join us for the National PTA’s Cultural Arts Reflections Program presented by 14th District PTA! This year’s theme is “Heroes Among Us.” Public viewings will be on 11/14 from 9 am to 5 pm.
Family Movie Night: “Hotel Transylvania 3” ERL: Fri., 11/16, 6:30-9 pm
Doe Run Lake? I’ll Hike, Thanks!*
OFF SITE: Sat., 11/17, 9 am-Noon Join us for a hike at Doe Run Lake. Meet in the parking lot at the soccer fields and bring a non-perishable food item to donate to Be Concerned, Inc. Snacks available after the hike and there will be a raffle for a
COV: Drop off - Tues., 11/20, 6:30-7 am Pick up - Wed., 11/21 For cats only: The Ohio Alleycat Resource (O.A.R.) will be bringing their mobile spay/neuter unit to the Covington Library. Reservations are required. Call O.A.R. directly at (513) 871-0185 to reserve your cat’s spot on the van.
Bingo Night at the Library!
ERL: Wed., 11/21, 6:30-8 pm
Holiday Crafts Make-It/ Take-It
ERL: Fri., 11/23, 11 am-2 pm Come when you can, stay as long as you like, and make some decorations to put you in the holiday spirit.
STREAM Mini Mayflower Building
Thurs., 11/1, 6:30-7:30 pm Can you build a Mayflower that would make the voyage across the sea? Or can you build a Mayflower that looks closest to the original? We’ll test your building skills and compete to see who can.
3D Print Your Own Turkey!*
Mon., 11/5, 2-4 pm We’re going to use Sketchup to 3D model and then print our own turkeys! If you have a laptop you are comfortable with please bring it.
Thanksgiving Wine Bottles*
Tues., 11/6, 6:30-8 pm Do you have wine bottles and you aren’t sure what to do with them? Or do you just like to craft? Join us in the STREAM Center to make Thanksgiving decorations out of wine bottles. Adults only please.
STEM Wars: Skyscraper*
School Age Tues., 11/13, 7-8 pm Come put your engineering skills to the test and see who can build the tallest tower from our Junkyard! The highest skyscraper that can hold weight without toppling gets a prize!
You Can Make It: Barrel Stave Votive Holder*
Thurs., 11/15, 6:30-9 pm Join Barn Rat Studio to learn basic woodworking! This month we will be making a Thanksgiving themed Barrel Stave Votive Holder. There will be a $25 fee for materials used to complete the project. Adults only please.
Solder Your Own Jewelry*
Ages 13+ Mon., 11/19, 2-4 pm Come learn how to make your own jewelry using a soldering iron.
ADULTS ONLY UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. *Register at KENTONLIBRARY.ORG or (859) 962-4000
League of Legends Meetup*
Tues., 11/20, 6-7:30 pm Ever wondered about League of Legends? It’s a free-to-play game with over 150 characters to choose from! If you’re new to the game or a diamond league pro come out to our meetup! If you have your own laptop please bring it!
No Sew Sock Snowmen*
Mon., 11/26, 2-4 pm Come learn how to make some decorative sock snowmen for the holidays!
DIY Ornament with Laser Engraver*
Tues., 11/27, 6:30-8 pm Learn how you can use our laser engraver to engrave ornaments. We will have supplies for one per person.
All STREAM Center programs located at Erlanger Branch
Turkey STEM!
School Age Thurs., 11/29, 6:30-7:30 pm Join us for some Turkey STEM projects! See if you can create a nest that will protect an egg from damage. Create a paper turkey and see if it will fly.
Sew What! Oven Mitts*
Middle School and Up Wed., 7-8:30 pm Each month we have a different project we’ll teach you. This month we will be creating oven mitts!
Test your
Leaf Chromatography
skills as you
School Age Thurs., 11/8, 6:30-7:30 pm Join us to find out why leaves change colors in the fall. Handson STEM science with leaves!
Holiday Tech Shopping Workshop*
Mon., 11/12, 2-4 pm Not sure what tech is right for you? We’ll show you what device might be a perfect fit!
building
construct a mini Mayflower ship!
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ADULTS
*Register at KENTONLIBRARY.ORG or (859) 962-4000
*Registration required. Go online or call 962-4071 for adult and teen programs, 962-4077 for children’s.
One-on-One Tech Help
DURR: Ongoing Come visit the Durr Branch to receive tech help with anything from iPads to laptops.
Introduction to Microsoft Publisher* COV: Thurs., 11/1, 10 am-noon
Campaign Buttons and Posters in the Maker Space
COV: Thurs., 11/1, 11 am-1 pm Learn about these items to make buttons and posters using historic political campaign images.
Let’s Get Cooking! Featuring Colonel De Spices*
DURR: Thurs., 11/1, 1-3 pm
Holiday Canvas Painting* DURR: • Thurs., 11/1, 6-8 pm: Thankful Pumpkins! • Thurs., 11/29, 6-8 pm: Winter Wonderland Follow along as we paint a themed canvas, give it as a gift or keep it for decor!
“Manage Money Like a Boss” Presentation and Book Signing
ERL: Thurs.,11/1, 6:30-7:30 pm In this 1-hour workshop, you’ll discover the power of your thoughts and words surrounding money, ways to improve your relationship with money, how to manage variable income, cash flow boosting strategies, why you need a “Money Team,” and more.
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Beginner Guitar*
No-Sew Fabric Pumpkins*
Ages 7+ COV: Sat., 11/3, DURR: Thurs., 11/1, 8, 15, & 29, 10:30 am-12:30 pm 6:30-7:30 pm Create an adorable pumpkin Join us for a 4-part series of for your fall decor. All supplies introductory guitar lessons. provided. You must bring your own guitar — guitars are not provided! Rupp & Basketball* ERL: Sat., 11/3, Noon-1 pm Writer’s Group Experience history with a special ERL: Thurs., 11/1 & 15, 6:30-8 pm Kentucky Chautauqua perforDURR: Mon., 11/5 & 19, mance featuring Dr. Edward B. 6:30-8:30 pm Smith as championship winShare your work and give ning University of Kentucky feedback in writing groups for men’s basketball coach Adolph writers of all genres. Rupp. Kentucky Chautauqua is funded in part by the Kentucky Humanities Council, Inc., and Craft, Create, and the National Endowment for the Conversate Humanities. DURR: Fri., 11/2 & 16, 5-8 pm Hang out with local crafters, Magic! The Gathering makers, and artists while you ERL: Sat., 11/3 & 17, Noon-3 pm work on your project. Materials not provided.
Illustrated Word Art Show Opening Reception ERL: Sun., 11/4, 2-3:30 pm See Everyone.
All Quiet on the Western Front
ERL: Sun., 11/4, 2:30 pm With 2018 marking the 100th anniversary of the end of WWI, retired history teacher Tim Moore will present a living history presentation on the German perspective of the war based on the novel “All Quiet on the Western Front.” Sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Heritage League.
Learn to manage your money like
a boss! Thursday, November 1 at Erlanger.
Mah Jongg Madness
DURR: Mon., 11/5, 12, 19 & 26, 1-4 pm Games are played with the 2017 National Mah Jongg League cards and rules.
Outsmart Scammers*
ERL: Mon., 11/5, 2-3 pm Incidents of fraud are on the rise, and scammers’ tactics are becoming more complex. This presentation will help give attendees the information they need to outsmart the scammers. We’ll discuss how to spot red flags that may indicate a fraudulent encounter, resources individuals can turn to in the event they or loved ones are targeted, and steps attendees can take to help protect themselves and loved ones.
GED Evening Class and Learning Lab
COV: Mon. & Wed., 4-7 pm Our instructor will provide instruction and materials to get you ready for the GED.
LinkedIn Photo Session*
COV: Mon., 11/5, 4-5:30 pm Julie Lubbers from Teal Gate Studio is on hand to shoot free LinkedIn profile photos for job seekers.
Long Term Hope: Support Group for the Long-Term Unemployed COV: Mon., 11/5, 6-7 pm Information, resources, hope, and support for long-term job seekers.
SCORE: Free Advice for Businesses and Entrepreneurs*
ERL: Tues., 11/6, 13 & 27, 9 am-1:30 pm SCORE, 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
Microsoft Excel Part 3*
COV: Tues., 11/6, 10 am-Noon
Senior Strength
ERL: Tues., 11/6 & 13, 11 am-Noon Certified Fitness Instructor Holly will guide you through a weekly fun and effective low impact workout focusing on balance, flexibility, and movement using resistance bands.
LinkedIn Profile Series*
ERL: Tues., 11/6, 13, 20 & 27, 6-8 pm Build your LinkedIn profile from beginning to end through a series of four classes.
Book Discussion Groups
• COV: Tues., 11/6, 6:30-7:30 pm “One in a Million Boy” by Monica Wood • ERL: Wed., 11/7, 7-8 pm “Dark Matter” by Blake Crouch • DURR: Thurs., 11/8, 7-8 pm “Crazy Rich Asians” by Kevin Kwan • DURR: Tues., 11/20, 7-8:30 pm “Main Street” by Sinclair Lewis • Books On Tap OFF SITE: Wed., 11/28, 7-8:30 pm “Jane Eyre” by Charlotte Bronte
Discussion is held at: Braxton Brewing Company 27 W 7th St, Covington, KY 41011
NKY Accountability Group ERL: Wed., 9:15-11:30 am Unemployed professional or want to change jobs? Join other job seekers looking for work to get support and fresh ideas.
Performance Skills for the Workplace*
ERL: Wed., 11/7, 21 & 28, 1-3 pm Anyone can take the classes, but you must complete series of five classes to receive Kentucky Essential Skills Certificate. Will not meet 11/14.
Wednesday Matinee
COV: Wed., 1 pm Watch Alfred Hitchcock films. 11/7: “Psycho” 11/14: “The Birds” 11/21: “Rear Window” 11/28: “Vertigo”
Ukulele Jam with Cool Hand Ukes
ERL: Wed., 11/7, 6-8 pm Come out and jam along with this open group of ukulele players, or just come and listen!
Everyday Fitness for Seniors
DURR: Wed., 11/7, 14 & 21, 7-8 pm
First Time Computer Users*
COV: Thurs., 11/8, 10 am-Noon
Senior Thanksgiving Luncheon*
ERL: Thurs., 11/8, 11 am-1 pm Registration starts Thurs., Nov. 1st at 9 am until spaces are filled. You can register in person
at the Adult Reference Desk, call (859) 962-4145 or (859) 962-4146 (No voicemails will be accepted as registration), or register online. Enjoy a fun local history quiz by Kenton County Public Library director, Dave Schroeder, followed by a festive luncheon catered by Colonial Cottage.
COVAS Monthly Meeting
COV: Thurs., 11/8, 7-8:30 pm Dr. Kim McBride will be the speaker at this month’s meeting of the Central Ohio Valley Archeological Society. She will be discussing excavations at two historic sites in Eastern Kentucky.
November Aviation Month: Civilian Aviation in Northern Kentucky* ERL: Thurs., 11/8, 7-8 pm The Cincinnati Aviation Heritage Society Museum at Lunken Airport presents a history of Civilian Aviation in Greater Cincinnati.
Investment Research with Morningstar* COV: Fri., 11/9, Noon-1 pm Learn how to research stocks and mutual fund investments.
Hungarian Rhapsody — a Queen Concert
COV: Fri., 11/9, 1-3 pm Enjoy a concert film of Queen in Hungary before or after you see the biopic “Bohemian Rhapsody” about the life of Freddie Mercury and Queen.
Film Friday Matinee
ERL: Fri., 11/9, 1 & 6 pm Watch Diane Keaton and Jane Fonda in ”Book Club!”
Dungeons and Dragons
COV: Sat., 11/10 & 24, 1-4 pm DURR: Mon., 11/12, 6-8:30 pm November 2018 5
Adult Events, continued tension Service and the Family Resource Centers in Kenton County. Free child care is available upon request.
DiNov. - Planet Dinosaur
The Check Mates
DURR: Sun., 11/11, 1-4 pm A multi-generational chess club for players of all skill levels. Beginners are welcome!
Make It With Jackie: Greeting Cards*
DURR: Sun., 11/11, 2-4 pm
E-mail Creation and Access*
COV: Mon., 11/12, 9-11 am This time will be available for patrons to set up new e-mail accounts, to test access to already created accounts, and to work out other problems accessing accounts.
Veterans Day Films
COV: Mon., 11/12, Noon-4 pm An afternoon of movies in honor of Veterans Day.
Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange
DURR: Mon., 11/12 & 27, 2-4 pm Meet with reps with the Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange to help you sign up for health care through Kentucky’s health care exchange. 6
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Toastmasters
ERL: Mon., 11/12 & 26, 7-8:30 pm Toastmasters help people develop public speaking and leadership skills-with enjoyment. Adults only please.
Exploring the Internet*
COV: Part 1: Tues., 11/13, 10 am-Noon Part 2: Wed., 11/14, 10 am-Noon
What It Means to be Insured: Insurance 101
Ages 17+ DURR: Tues., 11/13, 6-7 pm Join us as we talk about the many ways to be insured; this month’s topic is auto insurance!
Wellness Series: Diabetes Prevention
ERL: Tues., 11/13, 6:30-7:30 pm Join Dr. Cynthia Villacis to find out if you are at risk for prediabetes, and ways to prevent it from developing into diabetes.
E-mail Use*
COV: Thurs., 11/15, 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.
Watch the popular movie, “Book Club,” Friday, November 9, 1 & 6 pm at Erlanger!
Hooks & Needles
COV: Thurs., 11/15, 2-4 pm Bring your current knitting or crochet project and join us for tips, advice, fun and sharing.
Make it - Take it : Holiday Wreaths!*
DURR: Thurs., 11/15, 7-8 pm Follow along and create your own winter themed wreath; multiple colors and decorative pieces will be available to match your holiday traditions!
Tai Chi
DURR: Fri., 11/16, 10:30-11:30 am
Relatives Raising Children
ERL: Fri., 11/16, Noon -1 pm If you are one of the thousands in the state raising a relative’s child/children, you are not alone! Emotional support as well as information on available resources and parenting tips is available at the monthly support group luncheons. This program is a collaborative effort with the Kenton County Cooperative Ex-
COV: Fri., 11/16, 1-4 pm Join us as Planet Dinosaur presents a brand-new perspective on the prehistoric era with newly uncovered and astonishing discoveries. These episodes re-create everything about the creatures, their habitats and how they lived, all in stunning detail.
Open Crafting/ Makerspace Open House COV: Sat., 11/17, 2-4 pm Join other crafters for an afternoon of shared creativity.
Retirement: Making Your Money Last*
ERL: Mon., 11/19, 2-3 pm The workshop discusses ideas to help build a reasonable and sustainable strategy for managing income and expenses during retirement.
Job Searching and the Internet*
COV: Tues., 11/20, 10 am-Noon In this class we will prepare you to find a job by using the Internet. The class covers what you need to have before you get on the Internet, strategies for applying online, tips on creating a resume for a specific position, and some other ways to get hired.
Keep On Spinning! The Vinyl Record Club
DURR: Tues., 11/20, 7-8 pm Stop in to listen to, chat about, and fully experience vinyl records.
Erlanger Test Kitchen: Cocao* ERL: Tues., 11/20, 7 pm
Black Friday TV Marathon
COV: Fri., 11/23, 9 am-5 pm Join us for an all-day marathon of Thanksgiving and Black Friday themed TV episodes! Snacks and coffee provided.
Foster Care and Adoption 101
ERL: Tues., 11/27, 6:30-7:30 pm This meeting will focus on the requirements and process of becoming a foster parent and/or foster to adopt parent as well as what DCCH has to offer. If you would like to receive more information please contact Natalie Hemmer at (859) 331-2040 ext. 8659 or nhemmer@dcchcenter.org.
Meet Joe Slucher — Wizards of the Coast Artist!
DURR: Tues., 11/27, 7-8 pm Join local artist Joe Slucher as he discusses his career in art creating images for the Wizards of the Coast (Dungeons & Dragons, Magic the Gathering). Joe will demonstrate his art and highlight his tools of the trade. Two lucky attendees will walk away with prints of Joe’s work!
Classic Movie Matinee
ERL: Wed., 11/28, 1-3 pm Enjoy a classic film and free snacks! See Dustin Hoffman in “The Graduate”!
Covington Bad Art Club*
COV: Thurs., 11/29, 6-8 pm You’ll create your own art masterpiece based on a photograph from Faces and Places while learning more about the photo subject’s significance to local history. Art supplies will be provided. This month’s subject: Cincinnati’s Union Terminal.
LOCAL GENEALOGY AND HISTORY PROGRAMS The Local History & Genealogy Department is open from 9 am-5 pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. All other days it is open the same hours as the Library. One-on-One Genealogy Research Assistance*
COV: Sat., 11/3 & 17, 10-11 am & 2-3 pm Call the Local History & Genealogy Department at (859) 962-4070 and reserve a one-hour session to discuss resources and search strategies.
Crafting with Krysta: Easy Local and Family History Crafts!*
COV: Mon., 11/5, 6-7 pm Decoupage onto a candle votive. Bring photocopies of family photos to use, if you wish. All other materials provided.
Tech Tuesdays: Learn to Use Genealogy Resources Online*
COV: Tues., 11/6 & 27, 2-3 pm This month we’ll show you how to search for historic Kentucky maps online.
Periscope: Local History and Genealogy Staff Live! ONLINE: Thurs., 11/8 & 15, 2-3 pm 11/8: Tour of Covington’s Peaselburg Neighborhood 11/15: Everything Thanksgiving - Why is Thanksgiving dinner in the afternoon? Want to learn how to make festive table decor for your holiday meals? Join us this month and we’ll give you the scoop! View us online by tuning into @KentonLibrary on Periscope (available on your smartphone or tablet), or at periscope.tv/ kentonlibrary
Local History and Genealogy Department Tour COV: Sun., 11/11, 1-2 pm
Meet artist Joe Slucher at Durr, Tuesday, November 27.
Tom Hedges: The History of 6-8 Pike Street
COV: Mon., 11/12, 7:30-8:30 pm Join us as we welcome Tom Hedges, author of “The Buildings of Pike Street, Madison Ave. to Washington St.: A brief history of the ownership, the occupants and the activities,” for the second installment of his series on Covington’s historic Pike Street, featuring 6-8 Pike.
Guided Tour of the Kenton County Courthouse Records Room*
OFF SITE: Wed., 11/28, 9:30-11 am Registration required and limited to six participants per tour. The tour will begin in the Local History and Genealogy Department at Covington. November 2018 7
TEENS
*Register at KENTONLIBRARY.ORG or (859) 962-4000
Beginner Guitar*
DURR: Thurs., 11/1, 6:30-7:30 pm See Adults.
Craft, Create, and Conversate
DURR: Fri., 11/2 & 16, 5-8 pm See Adults.
Magic! The Gathering
ERL: Sat., 11/3 & 17, Noon-3 pm
Teen Space
ERL: Mon. & Wed., 4-5 pm Meet up with friends and play videogames, board games, and have snacks.
DIY Petrie Dish Resin Coasters*
ERL: Mon., 11/5, 5:30-7 pm Using Petrie dishes, create coasters with dazzling designs out of resin. For grades 6-12.
Bring your guitar and join us for a four-part series of introductory guitar lessons. Thursdays, November 1, 8, 15 and 29, 6:30-7:30 pm at Durr!
Write Now!
COV: Tues., 11/6 & 20, 6-8 pm A space for teen writers to discuss poetry, fiction, memoir, songs, plays, graphic novels, and more. The class will offer writing prompt and activities, readings and optional feedback on work.
Teen Cuisine
COV: Thurs., 11/8, 4:30-5:30 pm Celebrate the fall season with a DIY caramel apple bar.
Anime Club
DURR: Fri., 11/9, 6-8 pm ERL: Mon., 11/12, 5:30-7 pm COV: Tues., 11/27, 6-8 pm Love anime? Come meet up with other anime fans for shows, snacks, and fun!
The Check Mates
DURR: Sun., 11/11, 1-4 pm See Adults.
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Fantastic Beasts of Harry Potter’s World presented by Raptor’s Inc.
ERL: Mon., 11/12, 7-8 pm Join us this evening in celebrating the World of Harry Potter by meeting some of the animals, specifically raptors that are familiar to fans. This program is presented by Raptor’s Inc. and features live raptors and artifacts that you can see and touch.
Game Night
COV: Tues., 11/13, 5-7 pm Game on systems, board games or computers, it’s your choice. Refreshments provided.
Library Teen Cafe
DURR: Tues., 11/13, 6-8 pm Come to the new monthly Library Teen Cafe for coffee, snacks, and conversations.
Homespun: Tween Edition
Tiny Prom
DIY Etched Glass*
Holiday Ornaments to Make and Take!
COV: Wed., 11/14, 10:30 am Learn about the origin of the traditional Native American dream catcher and create your very own handicrafted version. ERL: Wed., 11/14, 5:30-7 pm Create permanent designs in glass with etching cream. One per person.
Hooks & Needles
COV: Thurs., 11/15, 2-4 pm See Adults.
Open Crafting/ Makerspace Open House COV: Sat. , 11/17, 2-4 pm See Adults.
DURR: Sat. , 11/17, 6-9 pm It’s kind of like a school dance, but at the Library! Bring a date, come with friends, or just show up. Dressing up is appreciated but not necessary!
ERL: Mon., 11/26, 6:30-8 pm Join us to make fun holiday ornaments to keep or give as gifts for the upcoming holidays.
Homeschool Interactive with the CAC*
ERL: Tues., 11/27, 1-2:30 pm Join the Contemporary Arts Center for a special workshop designed specifically for homeschool families. Participate in hands-on art making, learn about contemporary artists and
take home an extended learning sheet with tips and resources for building on what you’ve discovered. This program is designed for students ages 6-18 and their parent or caregiver. Space is limited.
Meet Joe Slucher - Wizards of the Coast Artist! DURR: Tues., 11/27, 7-8 pm See Adults.
Cover to Cover: A Book Club for Homeschool Tweens COV: Wed., 11/28, 10:30 am-Noon Read and discuss a book with other homeschool teens. Food and activities included.
Teensgiving
DURR: Fri., 11/30, 6-8 pm Celebrate a late Thanksgiving with your friends at the Library. If you have any food allergies, please email jessy.griffith@kentonlibrary.org. We’ll work together to have food you can eat!
Teens celebrate Teensgiving at Durr!
NKY Teen Writing Contest: Kick-Off! ERL: Tues., 11/6, 6-6:45 pm Teens grades 9-12 are welcome to attend a kick-off event for a new writing competition sponsored by the Library, the City of Erlanger, and Joseph-Beth Booksellers. There will be pizza provided as we go over the rules with Mayor Tyson Hermes and gain extra writing tips with local authors Mike Due and Darryl Jouett. Writing Guidelines: 10-20 page short story or essay set in the NKY/Greater Cincinnati area. Open to Kenton, Boone, Campbell, and Hamilton County residents. Top selected stories will win cash prizes, and the chance to be published in an anthology — with a book signing at the Joseph Beth Crestview Hills location!
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KIDS
*Register at KENTONLIBRARY.ORG or (859) 962-4000
Kid Picks for Picture Book Month
ERL: Through Nov. Help us celebrate Picture Book Month all November long in the Erlanger Children’s Department! Kids can fill out a review card telling us about a favorite picture book and why they love it, which will then be used in future book displays!
DiNovember
All Ages COV: Through Nov. We’ll be celebrating dinosaurs all month with special programs and a daily dino-hunt in the Covington children’s department. Children can find our hidden dinosaur each day to get a token for a dinosaur prize!
Playart with Baker Hunt
Ages 3-6 OFF SITE: Fri., 11/2, 9 & 16, 10-11 AM Join us down the street at The Baker Hunt Cultural Center for a storytime with art! Baker Hunt is located at 620 Greenup St, Covington, KY 41011.
Penguin Storytime
Preschool COV: Sun., 11/4, 2-3 pm Join us for songs, stories, and a craft as we learn about penguin families.
Reading Buddies
Ages 3-12 ERL: Mon., 4:30-6 pm Children are invited to read with one of our Reading Buddy volunteers. Pizza provided. Earn a new paperback book when you attend three times.
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Puppy Tales*
School Age DURR: Tues. in Nov., 5:30-6:45 pm COV: Sun., 11/11, 2-3 pm ERL: Sun., 11/18, 2-4 pm Children can read to a specially trained dog to build their skills and confidence.
Homeschooler’s Club: Circus Mojo*
School Age DURR: Wed., 11/7, 10:30-11:30 am Enjoy a Circus Mojo show and participate in skills like balancing and juggling with the circus staff. This show is made possible by a grant from the Charles H. Dater Foundation.
Celebrate dinosaurs all month with special programs at Covington! The ROOK-ies
School Age DURR: Wed., 11/7 & 21, 4:30-5:30 pm Join our open play chess group. Some previous knowledge of chess is helpful.
Wild Wednesdays!
Ages 7-12 ERL: Wed., 7 pm 11/7: Superhero Night 11/14: Harry Potter Party! 11/28: Holiday Crafts
Spanish-English Storytime
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.”
Library Playgroup
Ages Newborn to 5 & Families COV: Sat. , 11/10, 10 am-Noon Meet up with area parents while the children play! The Library provides sensory friendly toys and books, and refreshments. Siblings welcome.
Preschool & School Age The Check Mates ERL: Fri., 11/9, 5-6 pm All ages Bilingual storytime is presented DURR: Sun., 11/11, 1-4 pm in English and Spanish allowSee Adults. ing children to engage through stories, finger plays, music,
STORYTIMES FOR AGES 0-6; Length of program may vary. Fantastic Beasts of Harry Potter’s World presented by Raptor’s Inc. Ages 5-17 ERL: Mon., 11/12, 7-8 pm See Teens.
Dinosaur Storytime
COV: Tues., 11/13 Ages 3-5: 10 am Age 2: 11 am Come for dinosaur stories and songs with Miss Amy and her ukulele followed by early learning stations to promote key early literacy, science and math skills, and kindergarten readiness.
Homeschool Club: Discovering Native American Cultures
Homeschoolers K-6 ERL: Tues., 11/13, 1:30-3 pm Join us for a special presentation by the Behringer-Crawford Museum on Native American Cultures in celebration of Native American Heritage Month. Students are invited to explore the book display on Native Americans and make Dream Catchers.
DiNov. Fun!
Ages 5-12 COV: Tues., 11/13, 7-8 pm Come make dinosaur terrariums, participate in a dinosaur dig and other dinosaur activities!
Play and Learn Group*
Ages Newborn to 5 & Families COV: Wed., 11/14 & 28, 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. Contact Patty with questions and to register at ptaylor@4cforchildren.org or (859) 547-5092.
Homespun: The Cherokee*
School Age COV: Wed., 11/14, 10:30 am-Noon Join us for a look at one of the indigenous peoples of the Southeastern Woodlands. Learn about their culture, traditions, and folklore. Crafts and activities included.
Cook-A-Book: Bear Says Thanks
COV: Thurs., 11/15, 6:30-7:30 pm Join us for our storytime cooking series where we’ll read a book and then prepare a yummy treat! This month, our theme is “Bear Says Thanks” by Karma Wilson. We’ll read a book, prepare a Thanksgiving themed snack, and make a craft. Please register online so that we can plan for enough food.
Lego Lab
School Age COV: Fri., 11/16 & 30, 3-5 pm Your imagination is the limit to what you can build with our LEGOs, Magnetiles, Squigz and more!
The Circus Mojo Shows in October and November were made possible by a grant from the Charles H. Dater Foundation.
Baby Music and Rhyme Wiggletime Ages 0-24 months; Caregiver required ERL: Mon.,10 am; Tues., 9:30 & 10:30 am COV: Thurs.,10 am DURR: Wed., 11/14, 21 & 28, 9:30 am; & Thurs., 7 pm;
Family Storytime
Ages 0-6; Caregiver required COV: Wed., 11/7, 14 & 28, 7 pm
Music, Motion and Stories with Joel the Singing Librarian
Ages 3-5: Caregiver required DURR: Tues., 10:30 am
Playart
Ages 3-6; Caregiver required ERL: Wed., 1:30 pm DURR: Thurs.,10:30 am & 2 pm
Blast Off to Kindergarten
Toddler Storytime
Age 2; Caregiver required COV: Tues., 11 am
Ages 3-5 ERL: Thurs., 10 & 11:30 am Stories, activities, crafts and skills to help prepare children for kindergarten.
Toddler Time
The S.M.A.R.T. Program
Ages 2-3 ERL: Wed., 10 & 11 am Children can enjoy a story time with puppets, music and dancing.
Rise and Shine
Ages 2-5; Caregiver required ERL: Mon., 11 am
Bedtime Stories
Ages 2-6; Caregiver required ERL: Tues., 7 pm Pajamas, slippers, and teddy bears welcome!
Preschool Storytime
Ages 3-5; Caregiver required COV: Tues., 10 am
Ages 3-6 ERL: Fri., 10 am & 11:30 am Children will have fun with Science, Math, Art, Reading and Technology. (No program 11/23).
Scamper Squad
Ages 3-5 DURR: Mon., 10:30 am & 7 pm Sing, dance and listen to stories as you learn about a new animal each week.
Tiny Toddlers Storytime Ages 18 mos.-2 yrs. DURR: Wed., 11/14, 21 & 28, 10:30-11 am Bring your toddler to the Library for language enrichment with stories, songs, rhymes and playtime.
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Durr Branch Library
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1992 Walton-Nicholson Road Independence, KY 41051
Erlanger Branch Library 401 Kenton Lands Road Erlanger, KY 41018
Hours
M-Th: 9 am - 9 pm Fri*: 9 am - 9 pm Sat**: 10 am - 5 pm Sun: 1- 5 pm * The Covington Library closes at 6 pm on Friday ** Erlanger open until 6 pm on Saturday
Closed on Friday, November 2 for staff training and Thursday, November 22 for Thanksgiving.
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Kid Events, continued Sensory Open Play!
Ages 2-12 DURR: Wed., 11/21, 10 am-2 pm; Wed., 11/28, 10 am-2 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.
DiNov. Fossil Making
Ages 5-12 COV: Tues., 11/20, 7-8 pm Come make your very own dinosaur fossils! Participate in a dinosaur dig and other dinosaur activities! All supplies will be provided so just bring your creativity. Limited to the first 20 kids.
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Wreck-It Ralph Breaks the Library
Preschool & School Age COV: Fri., 11/23, 2-4 pm Watch the original “Wreck-It Ralph” movie, build your own town, and WRECK IT! Win movie tickets to see “Wreck-It Ralph 2: Ralph Breaks the Internet!”
Homeschool Interactive with the CAC*
Ages 6-18 ERL: Tues., 11/ 27, 1-2:30 pm See Teens.
Small Talk: A Book Club for Homeschoolers*
School Age COV: Wed., 11/28, 10:30 am-Noon “Mary Poppins” by P. L. Travers. Join us for discussion, activities, and refreshments.
Wreck the Covington Library on Friday, November 23, 2-4 pm!