Kenton County Public Library November 2015 Calendar

Kenton County Public Library

calendar NOVEMBER 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.

Everyone Free! One City, One Symphony “Listening Party” Monday, November 2, 7-8 pm Together we’ll explore the modernday meaning of freedom, while commemorating the 150th anniversary of the 13th amendment and the Make a legacy of the CSO’s Thanksgiving creative partner, craft or homemade Dr. Maya Angelou.

gifts for the holidays!

Thursday, November 19.

Improve Your Tech Skills! *Registration is required for these classes. Please phone the number listed or visit www.kentonlibrary.org/events.

Covington Advisory Panel

Sunday, November 8, 2-3 pm Come give us your two cents worth on improving the Covington branch. Open feedback session with Library staff, refreshments provided. All are welcome to attend.

Holiday Sewing with Coder and Maker Club

First Time Computer Users*

E-mail Creation and Access*

Thursday, November 19, 4-5 pm Make a Thanksgiving craft or start making homemade gifts for the holidays.

We will have sewing machines, fabric, and helpers to help you make a simple sewing project or use the machine for the first time.

Exploring the Internet*

E-mail Use*

Adults

Covington Library Register (859) 962-4071 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events

Thursday, November 5, 10 am-Noon

Part 1Tuesday, November 10, 10 am-Noon Part 2Tuesday, November 17, 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.

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Monday, November 16, 9-11 am

Wednesday, November 18, 10 am-Noon

FAFSA One-on-One Financial Aid Assistance* Month of November Jerry Brinker from the TRIO service offers one-on-one appointments and consultation on financial aid and completing an online FAFSA application. Call Mr. Brinker at (513) 207-9386 to schedule an appointment at either our Covington or Erlanger branch.

Job Search One-on-One*

Month of November Meet one-on-one with a Library staff member for resume assistance or help in applying online for employment.

One-on-One Genealogy Research Assistance* Monday, November 2, Wednesday, November 4, Tuesday, November 17 & Thursday, November 19, 10 am-2 pm Just getting started on a family history project or looking for help with a genealogy “brick wall”? Call the Local History & Genealogy Department at (859) 962-4070 and reserve a onehour session to discuss resources and search strategies.

Something Like Home Wednesdays in November, 10 am-Noon Enjoy quiet reading space, movie, or a board game in the Meeting Room.

Matinee Wednesdays Wednesdays in November, 1-3:30 pm Join us for a different film each week!

SCORE Small Business Seminar Thursday, November 5, 6-8 pm The Owner’s Job - Your Checklist for Performance This workshop identifies several important hats the owner must wear, what is required of the owner when he wears each hat and when it is time to put on a different one. Beginning with the leader’s hat and proceeding through time management and ending with human resources, attendees will come away with a guided self-assessment of how they are doing, and resources to increase performance.

Covington Writers Group Saturday, November 7, 11 am-1 pm Come and share your work and learn from other local writers.

Children Kentucky Kids Pick School Age Month of November Read and vote on Kentucky Bluegrass Award nominated titles this month. For each ballot cast you’ll win a small prize and a chance to win one of the KBA raffle prizes.

Family Zumba with Move Your Body Fitness

School Age Thursday, November 5, 6-7 pm This hour-long program is designed for beginners and families. Experience is not required.

Homework Party!

Learn about pottery making on Saturday, November 7, 1-3 pm.

Pottery Demonstration Saturday, November 7, 1-3 pm Interested in pottery? Don’t know where to begin? Donna King from River’s Edge pottery studio will be on hand to demonstrate pottery techniques and answer questions.

Human Trafficking in Covington: Looking Beneath the Surface Monday, November 9, 7-8:30 pm Human trafficking is a global issue that also plagues our neighborhoods.

Forced labor and other forms of exploitation enslave Americans and others in Kentucky. Come learn what this looks like, and how you can help.

Book Discussions

• Telling Stories: “Orphan Train” by Christina Baker Kline Tuesday, November 3, 7-8 pm • Foul Play Mystery: “Helter Skelter” by Vincent Bugliosi Wednesday, November 11, 1-2 pm • Classic Book Discussion: “Up From Slavery”

by Booker T. Washington Wednesday, November 18, 7-8 pm

Using FamilySearch*

Wednesday, November 11, 1-2 pm Friday, November 13, 1-2 pm Learn how to get the most from this vast database of family history information.

Uncommon Valor — The Common Virtue Wednesday, November 11, 7-8:45 pm Join Kentucky author Donald Curtis for a look at the life of Marine Franklin Sousley. Sousley was one of the six famous Marines who raised the flag on Iwo Jima during World War II. Sousley was born in Kentucky and didn’t leave Iwo Jima alive. Mr. Curtis profiles Sousley’s patriotic story in his book, “Uncommon Valor — The Common Virtue.”

School Age Mondays in November, 3:30-5 pm Is doing your homework alone too boring? Then come to the Library for a homework party! Enjoy a snack and a stress free environment while getting the help you need.

Wild Wednesdays School Age Wednesdays, 4-5 pm Need a break in the middle of the week? Drop in for music, board games, video games, snacks, and more!

Throwback Thursday

School Age Thursdays in November, 4-5 pm Everything from yesterday to ancient history can be considered “throwback,” and we want to relive it all! Each week we’ll take a trip through time, exploring games, food, and everyday life.

Congenealogy

Homespun: Thanksgiving — The Making of a Holiday* School Aged Homeschoolers Monday, November 9, 1:30-2:30 pm Learn about Sarah Hale, the woman who pushed for the national holiday, as well as the traditions and symbols associated with Thanksgiving. Craft activity and refreshments included!

Lego Lab

School Age Fridays in November, 4-5 pm Build, build, build to your heart’s content! We provide plenty of Legos to let your creativity flow. Compete or collaborate with others or by yourself.

It’s a Lego free-for-all!

Monday, November 23, 6:30-8 pm Join us as we share news and experiences of researching family history.

Teens GRADES 6-12 UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED

FAFSA One-on-One Financial Aid Assistance Month of November See Adults.

AniManga Club Tuesday, November 24, 6-8 pm

Come to the Library for a

homework party! Mondays in November, 3:30-5 pm.

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Weekly Preschool Storytimes 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.

Family Storytime

Ages 0-5: Caregiver required Wednesdays, 7-7:45 pm (No storytime November 25) Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun followed by playtime.

Babes in Storyland

Ages 0-1: Caregiver required Thursdays, 10-10:45 am (No storytime November 26) Share stories, songs, sign language, fingerplays and playtime!

Playart

Ages 2-6: Caregiver required Fridays, 10-11 am Enjoy stories, songs, and a handson art project. Dress to be comfy and get messy!

Covington Library, continued Great Parks Presents: Predators and Prey

School Age Tuesday, November 10, 4-5 pm Join us for a special edition of Science and Engineering Club! This week, a naturalist from Great Parks of Hamilton County will be visiting the Library! The program will be centered around predators and prey and will include many animal artifacts to touch, see and learn about.

‘Cans’ Film Festival Thursdays, November 12 & 19, 6-7:30 pm Join us in the Children’s Library for a family friendly film for a good cause!

Your entry fee? A canned good for a local family in need. Don’t have spare canned goods at home? Not to worry!

Simply earn one from our stock by reading for 10 minutes! At the end of the series, all of the food collected will be donated to a local soup kitchen.

Library Playgroup

Ages 0-4 & their families Saturday, November 14, 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. The Library provides sensory friendly toys and books, coffee for parents and a small snack for the children.

Siblings welcome.

Learn about predators and their prey!

Tuesday, November 10, 4-5 pm.

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Science and Engineering Club School Age Tuesdays, November 17 & 24, 4-5 pm Come put your building and science skills to the test. We’ll be exploring a different scientific activity each week!

Small Talk: A Book Club for Homeschoolers*

Super Lego Lab!

School Age Friday, November 27, 1-3 pm Like our regular Lego Lab, but with more superpowers! We will still have plenty of Legos out to build with, but while you’re creating, you can also have a snack and watch “The Lego Movie!”

School Aged Homeschoolers Wednesday, November 18, 10:30-11:30 am Join us for a discussion of the Newbery Honor winning book, “Everything on a Waffle” by Polly Horvath. Activities and waffles, of course, included! Pick up a copy of the book at the Children’s Desk.

Native American History with Cincinnati Parks

School Age Saturday, November 21, 1-2 pm This interactive program focuses on the everyday life of an Ohio Valley Native American child in the 1700s, including how they found their food, water, and shelter. Experience daily life skills, create pictographs, and participate in a fun Native American game.

Join us for Lego Lab on Fridays, 4-5 pm, and Super Lego Lab, Friday, November 27, 1-3 pm.

Hours: M-F Sat. Sun.

William E. Durr Branch

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

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.

Everyone Gilder Lehrman Civil War 150 Travelling Exhibit All month long in November, 9 am-9 pm This exhibition explores the Civil War, the most transformative period in US history.

Drawing upon letters, personal accounts, and images, Civil War 150 invites Americans to understand how soldiers, presidents, freedmen, and families struggled to address the nature of democracy and citizenship, the human toll of civil war, and the role of a president in wartime.

Mitten Tree November & December During the months of November and December you are invited to help decorate the Mitten Tree at Durr Library with a donation of handmade scarves, along with hats, mittens or gloves. Items will be donated to Welcome House and Scarf It Up! of Northern Kentucky. Scarf It Up! gathers and distributes handmade scarves to inner city youth, homeless, the elderly and others in need.

Improve Your Tech Skills! *Registration is required for these classes. Please phone the number listed or visit www.kentonlibrary.org/events.

William E. Durr Branch Register (859) 962-4031 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events

E-Readers for Holiday Gifts*

Tuesday, November 3, 6:30-8:30 pm In this class you will learn about different e-readers that will be available this holiday season. Also learn how to download free e-books from the Kenton County Public Library’s website.

Mac Tips & Tricks* Tuesday, November 10, 6:30-8:30 pm Whether you’re a new or experienced Mac user, it’s likely you’re not familiar with all the secret features and tricks OS X has to offer. Join Tim Rieskamp for this “Basic Tips & Tricks for using your Mac.”

Tips & Tricks for Holiday Shopping Online* Tuesday, November 24, 6:30-8:30 pm

Don’t miss the many events about the Civil War this month!

Civil War Music with Steve Ball

Adults

Saturday, November 14, 2-3 pm Steve will perform Civil War-era tunes for you on Martin guitars from the mid-1800s while wearing his Civil War uniform!

Writer’s Group: Independence Inklings

Reflections Art Show November 17-21 Enjoy visual arts, photography, literature composition, film production, dance choreography, and music from local students within 14th District PTA. The art show is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday with the official Open House on Saturday from noon to 2 pm.

International Games Day*

Sunday, November 22 Bring the family and spend quality time together playing games. Research shows that playing games together as a family strengthens relationships AND builds brain power, not to mention teaching sportsmanship and sharing. All children in the fifth grade and under must have an adult participating.

Sundays, November 1 & 15, 1:30-4:30 pm Give yourself the advantage of support, tips and feedback. Open to writers of all genres and skill levels, meetings are on the first and third Sundays of most months.

Mah Jongg Madness*

Mondays, November 2 & 23, 1- 4 pm Come in and learn this game that’s popular all over the world. All skill levels are welcome! Games are played with the 2015 National Mah Jongg League cards and rules.

Ulysses S. Grant The Man and His Commitment to Equality* Monday, November 2, 7-8 pm Join Chris Burns in an assessment of Ulysses S. Grant for his successful role not only as general but as president during the most challenging period of the 19th Century. Grant’s character, laser-like focus, and favorable treatment of all minorities were significant accomplishments 100 years ahead of his time.

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Durr Branch, continued Zumba Gold*

Wednesdays, November 4, 11 & 25, 7-8 pm Licensed instructor Jean Henry will teach a lower impact, easy to follow, Latininspired dance fitness program.

Lunch and Learn for Seniors*

Monday, November 9, Noon-2 pm Enjoy lunch while learning about topics of interest to seniors at our monthly Lunch and Learn series. Space is limited and registration is required by midnight the day ahead.

LARPing at the Library

The Lincoln Assassination 150 Years Later...*

Thursday, November 5, 7-8 pm Join local author JT Townsend as he discards the myths and legends surrounding the assassination, and excavates the truth about the conspiracy to kill Lincoln. Books will be sold and signed immediately following the program.

Movie vs. Book*

• Sunday, November 29, 2-4 pm “Philomena”

Crafting

• Make It With Jackie: Greeting Cards* Sunday, November 8, 2-4 pm • Stitchers Night Out* Thursday, November 12, 5-8:30 pm • Scarf It Up!: Learn to Knit* Thursday, November 12, 6-7:30 pm • Open Crafts* Saturday, November 28, 10 am-4:30 pm • Scarf It Up!: Diagonals* Saturday, November 28, Noon-1 pm & 2:30-4 pm Students should bring size 8 knitting needles and cotton yarn. This is an intermediate adult class and participants must know how to cast on/off and knit.

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Age 13 + Tuesday, November 10, 6:30-8:30 pm Do you enjoy battling the beasts of Skyrim? Are you a master of D&D? Ever dreamed of reliving the world of Game of Thrones? Come out to the William E. Durr Library for LARPing at the Library!

No experience is necessary! Ages 13 and up; if under 13, parent or guardian must be present at all times.

Waiver must be signed in order to participate in LarpCraft events.

Adult Book Discussion Tuesday, November 10, 7-8:30 pm “The Monuments Men”

by Robert M. Edsel.

Let’s Get Cooking! Civil War Recipes*

Friday, November 13, 1-3 pm We’ll be going way back to cook up some Civil War era recipes!

We’ll be making hardtack, sausage and apples, navy bean soup and idiot’s delight!

Got a great beard? Win a prize at the beard judging competition following a discussion with authors Anna and Julia Hider. Tuesday, November 24, 7-8:30 pm.

Join other senior adults for informative topics and interesting discussion at the monthly Lunch and Learn for Seniors events.

Japanimation Club Monday, November 23, 6-8:30 pm We’ll watch and discuss Japanese animation both current and past. Snacks will be provided. Limited to adults.

Mature content advisory.

Author Visit and Beard Judging Competition Tuesday, November 24, 7-8:30 pm Anna and Julia Hider, local authors of “Badass Civil War Beards,” will stop by to discuss their book and the blog of the same name! Stick around after the presentation as Anna and Julia will hold a beard judging competition!

The top three winners will each get a prize!

Photography Workshop*

Friday, November 27, 6:30-8:30 pm Learn and practice digital photographic techniques in this moderated workshop.

This is an intermediate digital photography class. Students should already be familiar with their camera and the basic settings. Please bring your digital camera, the manual, extra batteries and a tripod if you have one.

Author Visit: Doctor Michael C.C. Adams Monday, November 30, 7-8 pm NKU Regent Professor Emeritus and local author, Dr. Michael C.C. Adams, will visit the Library to discuss his book “Living Hell: The Dark Side of the Civil War.” Civil War buffs and history fans alike will be given a new look at the reality of the Civil War.

Weekly Preschool Storytimes

Teens GRADES 6-12 UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED

Teens Choice Event Monday, November 9, 6-8 pm Some ideas are too good to wait, so we’re trying something new. Jessy the Librarian wants to be able to use your program ideas when you have them, so each month we’ll leave a spot open for new ideas.

Anime Club

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.

Kids express their creativity while learning about art in Creative Corner, Saturday, November 14, 1-2 pm

Toddler Time

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

Friday, November 13, 6-8 pm Love anime? Come meet up with other anime fans for shows, pizza, and fun! If you have any recommendations for titles to watch, email jessy. griffith@kentonlibrary.org. Check out the flyer for our future dates!

Art Club: Button Making Tuesday, November 17, 6-8 pm Make art you can wear before/after you enjoy art at the Reflections show!

Monthly Minecraft Monday Monday, November 23, 6-8 pm Come play Minecraft at the Library! This program will be in the Durr Computer Lab. Attendance is limited to the first 15 teens.

Children Puppy Tales*

Grades K-6 Tuesdays in November, 5:30-6:45 pm Build reading skills and confidence! Registered children in grades K-6 will have a 15-minute time slot to read one-on-one to a dog who loves to hear stories!

Homeschooler’s Club*

School Aged Homeschoolers Wednesday, November 4, 10:30-11:30 am Join us on the first Wednesday of every month for Homeschooler’s Club. In November, the Durr Branch is hosting several Civil War events, therefore we will present a more kid-friendly Civil War theme for our program. We will learn about the lives of kids during the Civil War and make some recipes, crafts and games from that time in history.

This program is limited to 50 children and registration is required. Call the Children’s Desk to register at (859) 962-4032.

Babes in StoryLand Sensory Open Play

Preschool Saturday, November 14,10 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*

Ages 7-12 Saturday, November 14, 1-2 pm This art-based program helps kids express their creativity while learning the fundamentals of drawing, painting, and other art mediums. All materials will be provided.

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

Playart

Ages 2-6: Caregiver required Thursdays, 1:30 & 7 pm Fridays, 10 & 11 am Join us for a story and a craft!

Outdoorsy-Indoor Party— Don’t Feed the Bears!* Ages 5-12 Saturday, November 21, 2-3 pm Fishing! Bows and arrows! Bears! Tents!

Games! Treats! Welcome!

Join us for the OutdoorsyIndoor Party, but don’t feed the bears!

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Hours: M-F Sat. Sun.

Erlanger Branch Library

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

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.

Prepare to have some crazy turkey fun at the Annual Turkey Bowl, Thursday, November 12, 7-8 pm.

Improve Your Tech Skills! *Registration is required for these classes. Please phone the number listed or visit www.kentonlibrary.org/events.

Erlanger Branch Register (859) 962-4002 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events

Tech Petting Zoo Tuesday, November 3, 6:30-8:30 pm Come out to our technology petting zoo and learn about all kinds of different technology.

Holiday Shopping on eBay*

• Buying on eBay Tuesday, November 10, 6:30-8:30 pm • Selling on eBay Tuesday, November 17, 6:30-8:30 pm In these classes, you will learn how to turn your junk into some positive cash and the best ways to purchase items on Ebay. You will learn how to list your items, how to set the price, and how to upload pics to eBay.

Hackerspace Wednesday, November 11, 6-8 pm Discover the Library’s tech resources, make something new, work on your latest project or learn a new skill like programming, soldering, and more.

Shopping on Etsy* Thursday, November 12, 6:30-8:30 pm Come discover online shopping for home made items on Etsy.com.

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Craigslist*

Thursday, November 19, 6:30-8:30 pm Come learn how to shop on Craigslist.

Buying and selling will be covered.

Online Holiday Shopping*

Monday, November 23, 6:30-8:30 pm Come learn how to take advantage of online deals for all your holiday shopping needs.

Everyone Family Fun Night @ The Library Mondays, November 2 & 23, 7-8 pm Kids, teens and adults of all ages come play games at the Library! Snacks provided.

Meet Eric Litwin, Children’s Author and Musician!*

Thursday, November 5, 7-8 pm Are you crazy about a cat named Pete who loves his white shoes, and his four groovy buttons, not to mention rocking in his school shoes? You won’t want to miss Eric Litwin’s fun, interactive, and musical presentation. Eric’s books will also be available for purchase and signing.

Family Movie Matinee: “Inside Out”

Saturday, November 7, 2 pm

Annual Turkey Bowl!

Thursday, November 12, 7-8 pm Join us for the Annual Turkey Bowl and bowl with a turkey breast! Enjoy some turkey stories and see what your top turkey score will be! Bring the family and a camera for some crazy turkey fun!

Homeschool: A Sampling of 20th Century Art Exhibit Night Friday, November 13, 7-8 pm Tonight the students in the Sampling of 20th Century Art will show off their masterpieces to their families and friends.

Snacks will be served and cameras are welcome to photograph the students and their art work.

Erlanger LibraryCon Saturday, November 14, 1-5 pm Join us for the first ever Erlanger LibraryCon! Enjoy a variety of geeky and gaming activities. Enter the costume contest, discover new authors and comic artists, attend panels, practice drawing at our art stations, and get your photo taken at our photo studio.

Disney Family Movie Night @ the Library Monday, November 16, 6:30-8 pm It’s Disney Family Movie Night @ the Library! Come out and enjoy a great family movie and enjoy snacks. This month we are doing a special showing of the newly released DVD “Inside Out.” Also attend “Exploring Yourself from Inside Out” on Sunday, November 8 at 2 pm.

Blockbuster Theater!

Jurassic Park and Jurassic World Friday, November 27, 3:30-9 pm Join us for a popular NEW RELEASE movie, “Jurassic World” and free popcorn at 6 pm! Come early and watch the original “Jurassic Park” at 3:30 pm. Rated PG-13.

Adults SCORE: Free Advice for Businesses Tuesdays in November, 9 am-2 pm SCORE, an all-volunteer organization of experienced business people, provides free advice to entrepreneurs. During each session three or more SCORE mentors with diverse backgrounds meet with individual clients to discuss their ideas, plans and dreams. To get more information on this free service contact Greg Schnelle at greg.schnelle@scorevolunteer.org or visit the SCORE website at www.greatercincinnati.score.org.

Unwind by coloring sophisticated patterns with

colored pencil!

Tuesday, November 17, 6:30-8:30 pm.

Medicare Part D Check Up*

Tuesday, November 3, 9 am-4 pm Join us for one-on-one assistance. Call 1 (866) 516-3051 for appointment.

Active For Life!

Tuesdays and Thursdays in November, 9:30-10:30 am Increase your strength, flexibility, energy level, and overall health in this biweekly exercise program for older adults. Taught by Marcella Kinser and Kelly Boerger of Silverlake “The Family Place.”

Learn About Foster Care Tuesday, November 3, 6:30-8 pm Staff from DCHH Center for Children and Families will address the preparation classes, qualifications and requirements leading to approval as a foster or adoptive parent. Refreshments provided.

NaNoWriMo 101 (National Novel Writing Month) Tuesday, November 3, 7 pm Join author Liz Coley for a crash course in how to participate in National Novel Writing Month, in which writers across the country attempt to write an entire novel in the month of November.

Antique Appraisal Roadshow Wednesday, November 4, 6-8 pm Appraisers from the Florence Antique Mall will be on hand to take a look at your potential treasure! Registration not required, but limit one antique per person.

Make a lifechanging

difference in a

young person’s life. Learn about the

process and

qualifications to become approved

as a foster

or adoptive parent.

Writer’s Group Thursdays, November 5 & 19, 6:30-8 pm Share your work and give feedback in this writing group for writers of all genres. New members welcome!

Knitting with Scarf It Up! Thursdays, November 5 & 19, 7-8:30 pm Learn to knit or bring your own project.

Please bring size 10.5 needles and thick and chunky yarn.

Learn About Kynect Saturday, November 7, 10 am- 2 pm Bill Page, financial counselor from St. Elizabeth, will be on hand to guide you through Kynect, Kentucky’s health insurance marketplace.

Adult Anime Club*

Saturday, November 7, 2-4 pm Attention, all adult anime fans! The Erlanger Library is hosting an Adult Anime Club the first Saturday of every month. Please bring your friends and join other adults to watch, talk about and share anime and manga.

Beginner Yoga Tuesday, November 10, 7-8 pm Join us for a FREE beginner session that will stretch and strengthen as well as calm your mind. Please bring your own yoga mat.

Book Discussions

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Men’s Book Discussion Tuesday, November 10, 7-8 pm “The Great Gatsby”

by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Hobby Corner: Model Trains*

Thursday, November 12, 7-8:30 pm Meet John Shields, the Assistant Superintendent of Cincinnati Division 7 National Model Railroad Association. He will discuss model train collections in the Cincinnati area.

Film Friday Friday, November 13, 1 & 6 pm This month, watch and discuss the period drama, “Far From the Madding Crowd.” Rated PG-13.

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Erlanger Branch, continued Teen Lounge Mondays & Wednesdays in November, 4:30-6 pm Hang out after school with friends, food, games, and more!

Need homework help? Join us November 2 for Homework Level Up and get help and motivtion from your peers!

Anime and Pokemon Club Wednesday, November 18, 6-7:30 pm Watch the latest anime straight from Japan, battle other Pokemon trainers with your DS, 3DS, or trading cards, and enjoy Japanese snacks!

STEAM Explorers*

Open Crafting Saturday, November 14, 10 am-4 pm Bring any crafting project you’re currently working on, and you might learn some new tricks! Learning sessions include: Knitting: 10:30 am-Noon Purling: 1:30-3 pm Crocheting: 2-3:30 pm

Coloring for Adults Tuesday, November 17, 6:30-8:30 pm Unlock your creativity and unwind at the same time with a hobby that’s sweeping the nation. Coloring pages with sophisticated patterns and colored pencils will be provided.

Senior Thanksgiving Luncheon*

Wednesday, November 18, 10:30 am-1 pm Enjoy a local history quiz by Kenton County Public Library director, Dave Schroeder, followed by a luncheon catered by Colonial Cottage.

Co-sponsored by the City of Erlanger.

Registration starts November 2.

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Kentucky Chautauqua: Abraham Lincoln*

Friday, November 20, 7-8:30 pm Born on a farm in what is now LaRue County, Kentucky, Abraham Lincoln spent his early years in the Commonwealth. Portrayed by Jim Sayre, the 16th President of the United States is brought back to life in a presentation that explores his ties with the Bluegrass State and how they effected him as a leader and as a man. Presented by the KY Humanities Council.

Classic Movie Matinee Wednesday, November 25, 1-3 pm Each month, enjoy a classic piece of cinema from the vaults! This month, watch and discuss “The Wizard of Oz.” Movie theater candy provided by Madonna Manor.

Teens GRADES 6-12 UNLESS OTHER WISE INDICATED

Homework Level Up Mondays & Wednesdays in November, 4-4:30 pm Need homework help? Falling behind in your classes? Get help from your peers and get motivated to level up your homework skills!

Homeschool: A Sampling of 20th Century Art History*

Homeschoolers Tuesdays, November 3 & 10, 1:30-2:30 pm Experience the art of specific 20th Century artists who made a difference in the world of art. Students will also learn about color theory and why we do art.

This program is limited to 15 students.

Mommy & Me*

Thursday, November 19, 2-3 pm Explore a science, technology, engineering, arts, or math topic each month!

This month we’re exploring Cubelets, a type of modular robotics kit. Find out more at: http://www.modrobotics.com/ cubelets/

Ages 0-24 months Wednesdays, November 4, 11 & 18 6:30-6:50 pm Bring your baby for yoga fun! A certified Childlight Yoga instructor will lead this class for children ages 0-24 months and a caregiver. Please bring a towel or mat, a small blanket, and small toy or stuffed animal.

Children

Young Yogis*

Reading Buddies

Ages 2-12 Mondays in November, 4:30-6 pm Enjoy reading with our adult Reading Buddy volunteers, and have some pizza and a prize too. Attend three times to earn a paperback book. Perfect for any child who wants to improve their reading skills.

Ages 2-5 Wednesdays, November 4, 11 & 18, 7-7:30 pm Children will enjoy learning yoga from a certified Childlight Yoga instructor. Please bring a mat or a towel; caregiver must remain in the activity space.

Bring your baby for yoga fun! Wednesdays, 6:30-6:50 pm.

Robotics With the Sylvan Edge

Grades 2-6 Wednesday, November 4, 4-5 pm Representatives of the Sylvan Edge program will teach about robotics using LEGOs. Create, animate, and compete in friendly competition.

Exploring Yourself from Inside Out

School Age Sunday, November 8, 2-3 pm Come celebrate the DVD release of Disney/Pixar’s “Inside Out”! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and a snack all about the emotions inside Riley’s head, and in yours! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance. If you’d like to see the film prior to the program, join us in Meeting Room A on Saturday, November 7 from 2-4 pm for a screening of the film. Can’t make it Saturday?

Join us for another showing on Monday, November 16 from 6:30-8 pm in the Children’s Activity Room.

Family Homework Help Night @ The Library

Ages 5-12 Mondays, November 9 & 30, 7-8 pm Do you have trouble with understanding your homework? Don’t know how to find the right library resources to complete a project? Family Homework Night @ The Library is the place for you. This is the chance for parents and students to learn together and to discover all that the Library has to offer to assist in those big homework projects as well as providing a place for completing assignments with assistance from a Library staff member.

Snacks provided.

Veterans Day Observance

Ages 6-12 Wednesday, November 11, 4-5 pm Join us for some history and stories related to Veterans Day. We will create some “Thank You Veterans” messages to hang up in the Library and to share with any Veterans you may know. We will also share a snack as we create. Bring a friend!

Puppy Tales*

Ages 5-12 Sunday, November 15, 2-4 pm Join us for Puppy Tales and you can read to a dog at the Library! Studies have shown that reading to dogs improves children’s reading skills. Each child will receive a certificate with a photo of themselves with the dog they read to. Please call (859) 962-4003 to register.

Maker Club!

Ages 6-12 Wednesday, November 18, 4-5 pm Come see what kind of cool tech and maker things we have available at the library! Bring a friend!

Lego Club

School Age Thursday, November 19, 4-5 pm Join us for some creative building fun!

We have lots of LEGOs for you to build with and books to give you ideas. Make new friends and work together to make amazing LEGO creations — buildings, vehicles and whatever else you can dream up! No need to register. Build as much as you want and then leave them when you are ready.

Cubelets!

Ages 6-12 Thursday, November 19, 7-8 pm What are Cubelets, and what can you do with them? Cubelets are little robotic units that can be combined in various ways to create all sorts of cool things!

Join us for some time to “play” and create with Cubelets, and see what you can make!

Flora and Fauna*

Ages 5-12 Friday, November 20, 7-8 pm In this STEM program, children will learn about the flora (plants) and fauna (animals) of various habitats, and how they depend on each other.

Rhythm & Rhyme: Sensory Storytime*

Preschool Thursday, November 21, 10-11 am Sensory Storytime is an interactive and educational program that is especially 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 storytimes, this inclusive program of stories, songs and activities may be a better fit for him or her. Please call (859) 962-4003 to register.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 10: Old School Release Party!

Ages 8-12 Saturday, November 21, 3-4 pm Kids ages 8-12 celebrate the release of the 10th Book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series! There will be activities and snacks based on the books. Plus one lucky kid will win a copy of the new book at the end of the program!

Don’t Be A Turkey!

Ages 6-12 Wednesday, November 25, 4-5 pm Thanksgiving is tomorrow, and we’re celebrating all things turkey! Join us for some turkey stories, and create a turkeyinspired edible craft!

Make-It/Take-It Thanksgiving Crafts

Ages 2-12 Wednesday, November 25, 7-8 pm Homemade decorations for Thanksgiving without the mess? Sure! Children ages 2-12 can come to the Library and create a variety of holiday decorations.

Weekly Preschool Storytimes Babes in Storyland Ages 0-2; Caregiver required Mondays,10 am; Tuesdays, 9:30 & 10:30 am Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and social time! Limited to the first 15 babies in attendance; siblings welcome.

Rise N Shine Ages 2-5; Caregiver required Mondays, 11 am Enjoy stories, rhymes and an art activity. 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. Limited to 30 children.

Playart Ages 2-6; Caregiver required Wednesdays, 1:30 pm Enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Limited to 40 children.

Kindergarten, Here I Come!

Ages 3-5 Thursdays, 10 & 11:30 am Get ready for kindergarten with this readiness storytime! Limited 40 children.

The S.M.A.R.T. Program Ages 2-5 Fridays, 10 & 11:30 am Have fun with Science, Math, Art, Reading and Technology in this program designed to build young brains! Limited to 30 children.

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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 Library locations will be closed Thursday, November 26.

In the Community Trivia Night with a Librarian Wednesdays, 7 pm The Erlanger Library will supply the questions and prizes while you enjoy food and drink at a familyfriendly local restaurant. Come challenge your trivia knowledge.

Each round has a different topic.

A prize will be awarded to the team with the most points.

Please call for more information (859) 962-4002

Books On Tap Thursday, November 5, 7 pm In this installment of our monthly books and beer club at Molly Malone’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, we will be discussing “The Other Wes Moore” by

Wes Moore. Books can be picked up at the Covington Library. New members always welcome!

Online Classes MOOC of the month: Electrify — an Introduction to Electronics Read more and watch the trailer Monday, November 2, 6-7 pm MOOCs are free online courses taken by people all over the world.

This month, join the Coder and Maker Club for: “Electrify: An Introduction to Electrical and Electronic Engineering.” In this online hangout, learn how to sign up for the class, meet other people interested in electronics, and learn about all the Library resources to help you learn about electronics and making.

Gale Course of the Month: Certificate in Meditation Tuesday, November 3, 1-2 pm Prepare for the holidays with one of the best methods for stress relief. The Library provides access to free 6-week online courses through Gale Courses (a savings of $120 per class). This month we will highlight and take the course “Certificate in Meditation.” In this online hangout, meet other Library members interested in learning more about meditation and learn how to register for the class.

Learn about resources in Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati for meditation and all the resources the Library has to help you learn how to meditate to improve your health and lower stress.