Kenton County Public Library Events Calendar - April 2019

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PG 2 EVERYONE PG 4-7 ADULTS PG 8-9 TEENS PG 10-12 KIDS

PG 3 EXCITING EVENTS!

Everyone’s Invited! *Register for these events at www.kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Independence Seed Library

National Library Week Film: “The Pagemaster”

Cincinnati Art Club Paint-In

School’s Out Movies

Grow your garden with seeds from the Independence Seed Library! Please limit 1 seed packet per patron per visit.

It’s National Library Week!

Kick off the celebration with a showing of “The Pagemaster” and library-themed crafts and activities. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Cincinnati Art Club members will create art based on paintings in the Covington Branch. Observe and ask questions of the artists.

4/15: “Mary Poppins Returns” (PG) 4/16: “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” (PG) 4/17: “Ralph Breaks the Internet” (PG)

WILLIAM E. DURR: APRIL1-30 • ALL DAY

Family Fun @ the Library ERLANGER: MON., APRIL 1, 15 & 22 • 7-8 PM

4/1: Watch “The Lorax” and make your own Truffula trees.

4/15: Join us for our Bingo night!

4/22: Build planters out of recycled plastic bottles and sow them with seeds.

90’s Kid Nostalgia: “The Secret of NIMH” AGES 8+ ERLANGER: TUES., APRIL 2 • 6:30-8 PM

Enjoy cinematic masterpieces and coloring pages for those who can recite the film by heart.

Family Movie Night: “Ralph Breaks the Internet”

ERLANGER: FRI., APRIL 5 • 6:30-9 PM

Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Arts For Life

WILLIAM E. DURR & ERLANGER: TUES., APRIL 30 - WED., MAY 1

Student artists from Kenton County School District elementary schools will showcase their work from throughout the school year.

The gallery will be open during Library hours on Tuesday, April 30, and Wednesday, May 1. Join the artists and their teachers for an Open House showing from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm on Wednesday, May 1.

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ERLANGER: MON., APRIL 8 • 6:30-8 PM

Earth Day Seed Giveaway

ERLANGER: FRI., APRIL 12 • 5:30-7 PM COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 16 • 6-7:30 PM WILLIAM E. DURR: THUR., APRIL 18 • 3-4:30 PM

Free vegetable and flower seeds for Kenton County residents, plus information on growing a garden.

LEGO Extravaganza!

ERLANGER: FRI., APRIL 12 • 4-8 PM SAT., APRIL 13 • 11 AM-5 PM SUN., APRIL 14 • 1-3 PM

See awesome Lego builds by OKI Lug and try to make your own creation. Fun for all ages!

COVINGTON: SAT., APRIL 13 • 10 AM-5 PM

Street Art & Science

WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., APRIL 13 • 11 AM-2 PM

Join the Contemporary Arts Center for a family-style festival of street art for the 21st Century. Learn how to create moss graffiti, laser graffiti and LED throwies. We’ll also be creating custom stickers celebrating science heroes and concepts. A “Little Da Vincis” program funded in part by ArtsWave Cincinnati.

Pokemon Go! Egg-cellent day

ERLANGER: SAT., APRIL 13 & 27 • 3-4 PM

Meet at the Library to begin an egg-cellent adventure as we walk to the Erlanger Baptist Church and back to hatch Pokemon eggs and discover some Easter eggs along the way!

Pictures with the Easter Bunny!

WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., APRIL 14 • 1-3 PM

Hop on over for free pictures with the Easter Bunny and crafts for the kids! Open to ages 12 and under. Don’t forget to bring your camera!

Easter Party

ERLANGER: SUN., APRIL 14 • 1:30-3 PM

• Easter Bunny in the lobby from 1:30-2:30 PM • Easter crafts from 1:30-3 PM • Tiny Tots Egg Hunt, for ages 1-5 only, at 2:45 PM • Egg Carton Gardens, for ages 6-12 only, at 2:45 PM

WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., APRIL 15 - WED., APRIL 17 1-3 PM

Neuterville Express Comes to Covington: Low Cost Spay/Neuter Service for Cats * COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 16 • 6:30-7 AM

Cats only. Call O.A.R. at (513) 871-0185 to reserve your spot. Drop off your cat Tues., Jan. 16, 6:30-7am, and pick them up Wed., Jan. 17. Please bring your cat in a secure carrier, cash or check for payment and proof of a rabies vaccine.

Record Sale at the Library

WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., APRIL 20 • 10 AM-4 PM

The Friends of the Kenton County Public Library will be selling records to celebrate Record Store Day!

Baseball Mythbusters COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 23 • 7-8 PM

Join local teacher, writer and historian, Gary Crouch, who will bust some of the popular myths about the Cincinnati Reds.

Skirt & Boots Concert WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., APRIL 26 • 7-8 PM

Get ready for an evening of Americana and Bluegrass.

Hot Wheels Racing Day WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., APRIL 27 • 11 AM-1 PM

Bring your Hot Wheels cars and send them reeling through radical, rambunctious roads and runways! Hot Wheels giveaways!

Smart Phones for Seniors* MON., APRIL 1 • 2-4 PM

Not sure how to get the most from your smart phone? We’ll show you how!

Spring Break Maker Camp

MAKERSPACE AT THE ERLANGER BRANCH

TUES. & WED., APRIL 2, 3, 16 & 17 1:30-2:30 PM

Need something to do over spring break? We’ve got you covered.

Ages 7+.

4/2: Carbonated Fruit 4/3: Morse Code 4/16: Carbonated Fruit 4/17: Morse Code

You Can Make It: Yardzee Dice*

THURS., APRIL 4 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Join Barn Rat Studio to learn some basic woodworking! There is a $25 fee for materials used to complete the project. Adults only please.

DIY Jelly Bean Candle* MON., APRIL 8 • 2-4 PM

Learn how to make your own jelly bean candles!

Sew What! Tea Towels* WED., APRIL 10 & 24 • 7-8:30 PM

Sew What! is a chance for sewing beginners to get together, share ideas and learn a thing or two!

This month we will be creating tea towels! Middle School and up please.

Design A Button Drop-In! SAT., APRIL 13 • 2-3:30 PM

Children ages 6+ can design their very own button on the template provided, then use the button maker to turn it into a real button you can wear! Limited to 2 buttons per child, while supplies lasts.

A place to create, be creative and learn new skills Rube Goldberg: Crazy Contraptions

SCHOOL AGE THURS., APRIL 18 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Join us to celebrate Earth Day by reusing “junk” to create some Rube Goldberg machines.

DIY Plastic Leaf Chandelier* MON., APRIL 22 • 2-4 PM

We’re going to show you how to upcycle plastic into a beautiful chandelier!

Digital Resources* MON., APRIL 29 • 2-4 PM

Learn about the digital resources available through the Library.

C E L E B R A T E E A R T H D A Y !

How Do You Clean a Lake?

SCHOOL AGE

THURS., APRIL 25 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Celebrate Earth Day and National Environmental Education Week and see if you can save a lake! Listen to a story to discover how a lake becomes “dirty” then work hands-on with a variety of materials to see how clean you can make the water.

DIY Dog Bed*

MON., APRIL 15 • 2-4 PM

Learn to make a dog bed.

Decorative Wine Bottles* WED., APRIL 17 • 6:30-8 PM

Join us in the STREAM Center to make seasonal decorations out of wine bottles. Adults only please.

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Adult Events *Register for these events at www.kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Mah Jongg Madness

WILLIAM E. DURR: MONDAYS • 1-4 PM

All skill levels are welcome!

Retirement by Design ERLANGER: MON., APRIL 1 • 6-7 PM

Learn to create retirement goals, determine savings needed to reach those goals and how to use the power of 3 (time/money/return) to reach those goals.

Long-Term Hope: Support Group for the Long-Term Unemployed COVINGTON: MON., APRIL 1 & 15 • 6-7 PM

Writer’s Group

WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., APRIL 1 & 15 6:30-8:30 PM ERLANGER: THURS., APRIL 4 & 18 • 6:30-8 PM

Give yourself the advantage of support, tips and feedback.

Open to writers of all genres and skill levels.

SCORE: Free Advice for Businesses and Entrepreneurs* ERLANGER: TUESDAYS • 9 AM-1:30 PM

SCORE is an all-volunteer organization of experienced business people who provide free advice to entrepreneurs.

Kenton County Extension Service Presents: Nutrition and Cooking COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 2, 9, 16 & 23 10-11:30 AM

Senior Strength

ERLANGER: TUESDAYS • 11 AM-NOON

Participate in a fun, lowimpact workout that focuses on balance, flexibility, and movement using resistance bands and exercise balls. No class 4/30.

Transferable Skills Workshop*

COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 2 • 2-3 PM TUES. APRIL 23 • 10-11 AM

Learn how to use your transferable skills to change jobs or careers.

We will demonstrate how to research in city directories, the Kenton County PVA, and Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps.

Exploring the Internet*

Kenton County Diabetes Support Group ERLANGER: TUES., APRIL 2 • 6:30-8 PM

Join the Northern Kentucky Health Department for tips, resources and support.

90s Kid Nostalgia: “The Secret of Nimh”

ERLANGER: TUES., APRIL 2 • 6:30-8 PM

See Everyone.

NKY Accountability Group

ERLANGER: MEETS EVERY WEDNESDAY 9:15-11:30 AM

Unemployed professional? Join other job seekers looking for work to get support and fresh ideas.

Enjoy Poetry Combined with Visual Arts!

AARP Tax Aide

COVINGTON: WED., APRIL 3 & 10 9:30-1:30 PM

Poetry Artshop

COVINGTON: MON., APRIL 8, 15, 22 & 29 10-11:30 AM

Combine literature and visual arts creating a unique poetry art project celebrate National Poetry Month.

4/8: Blackout Poetry 4/15: Poetry Pieces 4/22: Magnetic Poetry Kits 4/29: Poetry Pendants

GenTech Tues.: Starting Research on Your Historic Kenton County Property*

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AARP Tax Aide volunteers will be on hand to help with simple tax returns. First come, first serve. Please have all tax documents ready along with picture ID and Social Security card. Last two dates for assistance.

First Time Computer Users*

COVINGTON: WED., APRIL 3 • 10 AM-NOON

ERLANGER: THURS., APRIL 4 • 10 AM-NOON

COVINGTON PART 1: THURS., APRIL 4 • 10 AM-NOON PART 2: TUES., APRIL 9 • 10 AM-NOON

You will learn the basic operations of web browsers and search engines.

Healthy Choices for Everybody*

ERLANGER: THURS., APRIL 4 • 11 AM-1 PM

Join the Kenton County Cooperative Extension Services’ NEP Assistant and St. Elizabeth’s Primewise to learn simple solutions to help you eat better for less. Register by calling (859) 331-1712.

Let’s Get Cooking!

Truffles*

WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., APRIL 4 • 1-3 PM

Diane Haase of Truffle Me! will demo how to make delicious truffles.

Dungeons and Dragons Game Night*

ERLANGER: THURS., APRIL 4 & 18 • 6-8:30 PM WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., APRIL 8 • 6-8:30 PM COVINGTON: SAT., APRIL 13 & 27 • 1-4 PM

Open to players of all experience levels aged 15+. We use 5th edition rules. Beginners will be provided with pregenerated characters.

Craft Club*

ERLANGER: THURS., APRIL 4 & 18 6:30-8:30 PM

4/4: Egg Carton Wreaths 4/18: Milk Jug Planters

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William E. Durr TUE., APRIL 2 • 7-8:30 PM

“Fearless: The Undaunted Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice of Navy SEAL Team SIX Operator Adam Brown”

by Eric Blehm

4th Annual Community Arts & Crafts Festival!

WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., APRIL 6 • 11 AM-4 PM & SUN., APRIL 7 • 1-4 PM

Local artists and crafters on site! Stop on in just to view the art or purchase your favorite piece!

Embroidery Hoop: Spring Flowers!*

WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., APRIL 4 • 7-8:30 PM

Learn to make an adorable spring floral tutorial for the embroidery hoop!

St. Elizabeth Free Carotid Artery Screenings*

WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., APRIL 5 • 9 AM-2 PM COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 30 • 9 AM-2 PM

The Heart and Vascular Institute of St. Elizabeth Healthcare will offer free stroke and carotid screenings. Please contact (859) 301-WELL (9355) to see if you qualify and to schedule an appointment.

Tai Chi

WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., APRIL 5 & 19 10:30-11:30 AM

Join Master Greg Fahey of NKY Shaolindo for an easy course in the gentle and low-impact martial art of Tai Chi.

Friday Matinee COVINGTON: FRIDAYS • 1-4 PM

Join us for a different John Wayne film each week!

4/5: “Hondo” 4/12: “Rio Lobo” 4/19: “Big Jake” 4/26: “The Shootist”

Genealogy Workshop with Curt B. Witcher, Genealogy Center Manager of the Allen County Public Library* ERLANGER: SAT., APRIL 6 • 10 AM-4:15 PM

Curt B. Witcher will offer a genealogy workshop with sessions on researching at the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, Indiana and other genealogy topics. See website for a list of workshop sessions and times.

The Art of the Side Hustle

ERLANGER: SAT., APRIL 6 • 10:30 AM-NOON

Workshop to figure out ways to earn extra money on the side using your unique skills and interests.

Magic! The Gathering

ERLANGER: SAT., APRIL 6 & 20 • NOON-3 PM SAT., APRIL 13 • NOON-5 PM*

Join other players aged 13+ to play. Bring your own deck or one can be provided for beginners. Registration required for tournament on April 13.

TUE., APRIL 3 • 7-8 PM

“The Husband’s Secret” by

by Liane Moriarty

Covington

THURS., APRIL 4 2:30-3:30 PM

“The Little Stranger”

by Sarah Waters

William E. Durr TUE., APRIL 16 • 7-8:30 PM

“Rebecca” by Daphne Du Maurier

Books On Tap:

OFF SITE • WED., APRIL 24 • 7-8:30 PM

“The Left Hand of Darkness”

by Ursula K. LeGuin. Discussion is held at: Braxton Brewing Company, 27 W 7th St, Covington, KY 41011

National Library Week: Trivia Raffle ERLANGER: SUN., APRIL 7 - SAT., APRIL 13

Stop by any desk to pick up a copy of our library-themed trivia. Answer the questions to the best of your ability and return to any desk to enter for a chance to win a prize!

What Happens After the Paychecks Stop?

A Retirement Income Primer

ERLANGER: MON., APRIL 8 • 11 AM-NOON

Examine how to budget for retirement expenses, potential sources of retirement income and potential risks such as LTC and health care costs.

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

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Through the Lens of Music Hall* ERLANGER: TUES., APRIL 9 • 7-8 PM

Hear from Matthew Zory, the Assistant Principal Bass for the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and an awardwinning photographer. View prints of his photography on display from his book, “Through the Lens: The Remaking of Cincinnati’s Music Hall.” Books will be available for purchase at the event, and the author will be available for a book signing after his presentation.

Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., APRIL 8 & 23 • 2-4 PM

Reps from the Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange will help you sign up for health care through Kentucky’s health care exchange.

Get Crafty with Krysta!* COVINGTON: MON., APRIL 8 • 6-8 PM

Design and paint your dream house on a canvas! We’ll have examples of architectural styles for you to browse for inspiration.

Toastmasters

ERLANGER: MON., APRIL 8, 22 & 29 7-8:30 PM

Toastmasters help people develop public speaking and leadership skills-with enjoyment. Just stop in, or for information call or visit our club website. Adults only.

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Maximize Your LinkedIn Profile* ERLANGER: TUES., APRIL 9 • 6-8 PM

LinkedIn expert Carolyn Dickerson will show you how to maximize your LinkedIn profile by learning to use LinkedIn corporate recruiter.

Microsoft PowerPoint*

COVINGTON PART 1: THURS., APRIL 11 • 10 AM-NOON PART 2: THURS., APRIL 18 • 10 AM-NOON

National Library Week: DIY Classic Book Magnets*

ERLANGER: THURS., APRIL 11 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Create magnets of classic and contemporary book covers.

Yoga @ the Library

ERLANGER: THURS., APRIL 11 & 25 • 7-8 PM

Bring your own yoga mat, water bottle, and towel. There will be a 10-minute meditation exercise at the end of class.

COVAS Meeting

COVINGTON: THURS., APRIL 11 • 7-8:30 PM

Join us for the monthly meeting of the Central Ohio Valley Archaeological Society! Each month we will have a guest speaker presenting on a variety of topics.

Relatives Raising Children*

Microsoft Word*

ERLANGER: FRI., APRIL 12 • NOON-1 PM

Ukulele Jam with Cool Hand Ukes

If you are one of the thousands in the state raising a relative’s child/children, you are not alone! This program is a collaborative effort with the Kenton County Cooperative Extension Service and the Family Resource Centers in Kenton County. Free child care is available upon request. No fee, but please call (859) 3563155 to reserve your spot.

COVINGTON PART 1: WED., APRIL 10 • 10 AM-NOON PART 2: WED., APRIL 17 • 10 AM-NOON

ERLANGER: WED., APRIL 10 • 6-8 PM

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

Federal Resume Workshop*

WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., APRIL 11 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn how to prepare a resume to apply for Federal jobs and use USA Jobs like a pro.

Film Friday

ERLANGER: FRI., APRIL 12 • 1-4 PM, REPEATED AT 6 PM

Watch “Bohemian Rhapsody.”

Rated PG-13.

Movie vs. Book

WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., APRIL 12 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Join us this evening for “Rebecca” and come back on Tues., April 16 for the book discussion. Pizza and beverages will be provided. PG.

Fly Fishing Basics*

ERLANGER: SAT., APRIL 13 • 10:30 AM-4:30 PM

Try fly fishing with Northern KY Fly Fishers, Inc.

Hot Glue Canvas Paintings*

COVINGTON: SAT., APRIL 13 • NOON-2 PM

DIY this simple craft project to create a custom wall art piece.

Maker Space Make and Take*

COVINGTON: SAT., APRIL 13 • 2-3:30 PM

Make It With Jackie: Greeting Cards*

WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., APRIL 14 • 2-4 PM

Homesteaders Club: Natural Building with Cob

WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., APRIL 14 • 3-4 PM

Stop in to learn a new homesteading or DIY skill each month! This month learn about natural cob building.

DAR Research Assistance

COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 16 • 9-11 AM

Local members of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be in the Local History & Genealogy Department to discuss the necessary steps toward membership and to help with your research questions.

Microsoft Excel*

COVINGTON PART 1: TUES., APRIL 16 • 10 AM-NOON PART 2: TUES., APRIL 23 • 10 AM-NOON PART 3: TUES., APRIL 30 • 10 AM-NOON

Keep On Spinning!

The Vinyl Record Club WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., APRIL 16 • 7-8 PM

Listen to, chat about, and fully experience vinyl records.

Guided Tour of the Kenton Co. Courthouse Records Room* COVINGTON: WED., APRIL 17 • 9:30-11 AM

Staff from the Local History and Genealogy Department will show you the ins and outs of researching in the records room at the Kenton County Courthouse in Covington.

Records available for research include marriages, wills, deed books, estate settlements and more! Registration required and limited to 6 participants per tour.

Using the Foundation Directory Online

ERLANGER: THURS., APRIL 18 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn how to search the ultimate source for finding grants.

Covington Bad Art Club* COVINGTON: THURS., APRIL 18 • 6-8 PM

Paint and learn about the history of the bygone Nimrod H. Sinclair house of Covington.

Open Crafting/ Makerspace Open House

COVINGTON: SAT., APRIL 20 • 2-4 PM

Join other crafters for an afternoon of shared creativity.

Bring your current crafting project (all crafts welcome).

See and learn to use our Makerspace tools.

E-mail Creation and Access*

COVINGTON: MON., APRIL 22 • 9-11 AM

accounts, test access to already created accounts, and work out other problems accessing accounts.

Green Light Group Mock Interview Session*

ERLANGER: TUES., APRIL 23 • 9:30-11:30 AM

Do a 30-minute mock interview for a prospective job with a career counselor. First come, first served.

Classic Movie Matinee ERLANGER: WED., APRIL 24 • 1-3 PM

See Lena Horne in “Stormy Weather” (1943)!

Women: Unlock Your Financial Power and Discover the 6 Keys to Money Mastery

ERLANGER: THURS., APRIL 25 • 6:30-7:30 PM

By unlocking your financial power, you will increase your earning potential, money Online Photo Editing* confidence, and financial DURR: mastery! In this one-hour TUES., APRIL 23 • 6:30-8:30 PM presentation and book signing Learn different techniques to with Christine Luken, you’ll use when editing your photos. discover the 6 keys to mastering We will show you how to your money. share photos with family and download photos for printing.

Erlanger Test Kitchen:

E-mail Use*

One Pan Dinners*

You will learn about formatting, sending, and opening e-mails, adding attachments, and more.

Learn strategies for making a tasty oven meal — all in one pan. Free samples provided.

COVINGTON: WED., APRIL 24 • 10 AM-NOON

This time will be available for patrons to set up new e-mail

Don’t Miss These Jazz Events in Covington!

Jazz Appreciation Month Concerts

• SAT., APRIL 20 • 1-2 PM Listen to The Tim Watson Trio as they play jazz standards and newer compositions.

ERLANGER: THURS., APRIL 25 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Poetry Open Mic

ERLANGER: FRI., APRIL 26 • 6-8 PM

Join us for an evening of spoken word, good company, and coffee.

One-on-One Genealogy Research Assistance* COVINGTON: SAT., APRIL 27 10-11 AM & 2-3 PM

• Sat., April 27 • 1-2 PM Enjoy jazz classics with The Caleb Burkhardt Quartet.

Call the Local History & Genealogy Department at (859) 962-4070 and reserve a one-hour session to discuss resources and search strategies.

Smithsonian Jazz Month: Diana Krall, Live in Paris

Keeping Your Information Safe Online*

WED., APRIL 24 • 1-3 PM View the recorded concert of Diana Krall in Paris.

WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., APRIL 30 • 6:30-9 PM

Learn tips to identify and avoid fake, fraudulent or scam websites.

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Teen Stuff

*Register for these events at www.kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Poetry Artshop

COVINGTON: MONDAYS, APRIL 8, 15, 22 & 29 10-11:30 AM

Combine literature and visual arts by creating a unique poetry art project to celebrate National Poetry Month.

4/8: Blackout Poetry 4/15: Poetry Pieces 4/22: Magnetic Poetry Kits 4/29: Poetry Pendants

Teen Space

ERLANGER: MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS 4-5 PM

Meet up with friends to play video and board games and have snacks.

Teen Movie Night: “Jurassic World”

ERLANGER: MON., APRIL 1 • 5:30-7:30 PM

Watch a movie and eat dinomite snacks with friends!

Write Now!

COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 2 & 16 • 6-8 PM

A space for teen writers to discuss poetry, fiction, memoir, songs, plays, graphic novels, and more. The class will offer writing prompts and activities, readings, and optional feedback on work.

90’s Kid Nostalgia: “The Secret of NIMH” ERLANGER: TUES., APRIL 2 • 6:30-8 PM

Enjoy cinematic masterpieces and coloring pages for those that can recite the film by heart.

Rated G.

Homeschool Hangout

WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., APRIL 3 • 10:30-11:30 AM

While your younger siblings are at Homeschoolers Club, come over for your own event!

Ani-Make it!

ERLANGER: WED., APRIL 3 & 17 & MON., APRIL 29 • 6-7 PM

Watch a Japanese animated show while making a fun craft!

4/3: Washi Tape Notebooks 4/17: Cat Sleep Masks 4/29: Candy Sushi

Dungeons and Dragons Game Night*

ERLANGER: THURS., APRIL 4 & 18 • 6-8:30 PM

We use 5th edition rules, and you are welcome to bring your own 5th edition characters.

Beginners will be provided with pre-generated characters.

Anime Club

WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., APRIL 5 • 6-8 PM ERLANGER: MON., APRIL 8 • 5:30-7 PM

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

Decorate Your Own Donuts Bar COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 9 • 5-6 PM Magic! The Gathering

ERLANGER: SAT., APRIL 6 & 20 • NOON-3 PM SAT., APRIL 13 • NOON-5 PM*

Bring your own deck, or one can be provided for beginners.

All experience levels welcome!

Registration required for tourament on April 13.

National Library Week: Trivia Raffle ERLANGER: SUN., APRIL 7- SAT., APRIL 13

Stop by any desk to pick up a copy of our library-themed trivia. Return to enter a raffle to win a prize. One entry per person.

Library Teen Café WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., APRIL 9 • 6-8 PM

Hang out with your friends at the Library Teen Café for coffee, snacks, and conversations.

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Homeschool Tween Edition: Fidget Blankets COVINGTON: WED., APRIL 10 10:30 AM – NOON

Learn to make a fidget blanket for community members with dementia and Alzheimer’s. The Library’s Outreach department will use them at local senior centers that they serve. This is a perfect program to receive community service hours.

Video Game Programming Club

WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., APRIL 13 & 20 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Using GameMaker Studio learn how to handle movement, design game logic, create split-screen games, and script in GML. All skill levels welcome!

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Hot Glue Canvas Paintings* COVINGTON: SAT., APRIL 13 NOON-2 PM DIY this simple craft project to create a custom wall art piece.

Cover to Cover: A Book Club for Homeschool Tweens COVINGTON: WED., APRIL 24 10:30 AM – NOON

This month’s book is “City of Ember” by Jeanne Duprau.

The Check Mates

WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., APRIL 14 • 1-4 PM

All skill levels are welcome.

Teen Cuisine

COVINGTON: MON., APRIL 15 • 1-3 PM

Learn to cook a delicious vegan lunch!

Crafternoon

COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 16 • 2-4 PM

Create a variety of craft/art projects.

Matinée + Café

COVINGTON: WED., APRIL 17 • NOON-4 PM

Hang out in the TeenSpace, enjoy movies and a coffee bar.

Game Day

COVINGTON: THURS., APRIL 18 • NOON-3 PM

Come for a fun afternoon of gaming! Snacks and pizza provided.

Open Crafting/ Makerspace Open House

COVINGTON: SAT., APRIL 20 • 2-4 PM

Join other crafters for an afternoon of shared creativity.

Bring your current crafting project. See and learn to use our Makerspace tools.

Teen Homeschool Interactive: Volunteering ERLANGER: TUES., APRIL 23 • 1-2 PM

Teen Stretch & Sketch*

COVINGTON: THURS., APRIL 25 • 4:30-6 PM

The program begins with yoga for focus and is followed by an art lesson. Each participant will leave with a unique artwork.

Book Tasting

WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., APRIL 25 • 6-7 PM

Come look for your next great reads at our library book tasting!

AniManga Club

COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 30 • 6-8 PM

Watch Anime classics or discover new favs. Enjoy Japanese snacks and manga drawing too!

Donate Prom Dresses and More Now through the end of April, drop off gently used or new

gowns (less than three years

old), metallic or black formal

shoes and formal jewelry and

formal purses at the Durr Branch Library.

Grades 6-12 are welcome to volunteer at the Library to celebrate Earth Day with Shari the Bag Lady.

Donations will be given to Cinderella’s Closet.

Ice Cream Science

COVINGTON: FRI., APRIL 19 • 1-3 PM

Experience chemistry at its best as you transform simple ingredients into delicious ice cream!

Cinderella’s Closet provides formal

wear to girls

who could not

otherwise afford to

For more

attend their prom. information visit,

www.cinderellasclosetusa.org.

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Fun for Kids! *Register for these events at www.kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Spring into Reading

Wild Wednesdays!

Farewell Booker!

Retro Video Game Club

Pick up a reading log and complete the challenges in order to win a small prize and a chance to win the raffle.

4/3: Wreck It Night 4/10: Tin Foil Art 4/17: Maker Night!

4/24: Pizza Party

Attention Booker Buddy Club members! After 16 years of dedicated service to the Kenton County Public Library, Booker is retiring! To celebrate Booker and his faithful Buddy Club members, visit one of our three locations between April 8-12 for a special prize.

Step back in time to play some classic retro video games such as Atari, Nintendo, Sega, and more!

Holiday Happenings: Easter*

Learn about Storm Water with three stations from SD1! Check out an Environscape, learn about Macroinvertebrates (bugs!) and their natural ability to indicate water quality, and hang out to discuss rain barrels, rain gardens, green roofs, and meet mascot Splash McClean!

TODDLERS-SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: MON., APRIL 1-TUES., APRIL 30

Reading Buddies AGES 3-12 ERLANGER: MONDAYS • 4:30-6 PM WILLIAM E. DURR: TUESDAYS • 5-7 PM*

Children are invited to read with one of our Reading Buddy volunteers. Younger children can listen to stories and older children can practice their reading skills.

Homeschooler’s Club: Meet The Raptors*

WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., APRIL 3 • 10:30-11:30 AM

In April, Dr. Tom Sproat of BOISE, (Biology Integration & Outreach for Science Education) will let you get up close and personal with live owls and a hawk. This program is limited to 50 kids and registration is required.

Roblox Club

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: WEDNESDAYS • 4-5 PM

Each week we’ll be playing a different game in ROBLOX. We will choose the game and a winner or MVP will receive a Robux gift card.

The ROOK-ies

SCHOOL AGE WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., APRIL 3 & 17 • 4:30-5:30 PM

Practice the basics of the game, improve your thinking skills and progress to challenging an opponent. Some previous knowledge of chess is helpful.

AGES 7-12 BABIES TO AGE 12 ERLANGER: ALL LOCATIONS: WEDNESDAYS • 7-8 PM MON., APRIL 8 - FRI., APRIL 12

Little Da Vincis

WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., APRIL 5, 12, 19, & 26 10 AM-8 PM

Stop in all day for an art and STEM activity.

Lego Lab

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: FRI., APRIL 5, 19 & 26 • 3-5 PM

Your imagination is the limit to what you can build with our LEGOs, Magnetiles, Squigz and more!

STREAM Storytime

PRESCHOOL COVINGTON: SAT., APRIL 6 • 11 AM-NOON

Help your child develop a love of Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Hear stories, play games and do experiments together that encourage discovery!

National Library Week: “I Love My Library” Coloring Contest AGES 2-12 ALL BRANCHES: SUN., APRIL 7 - SAT., APRIL 13

Stop by the Children’s Desk at your local KCPL branch to pick up an “I Love My Library” coloring page. Color the picture and be entered to win a KCPL drawstring bag packed with 5 children’s books and some KCPL swag! The winner will be announced on April 15, and all finished coloring pages will hang on display in the Children’s Room until April 20.

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: MON., APRIL 8 • 7-8 PM

Join us for Easter stories and crafts.

Maker Kids: Stop Motion Studio SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 9 • 7-8 PM

Try your hand at making a stop motion movie with one of our iPads. We will also have LEGOs and other objects to animate.

Sensory Open Play!

AGES 2-12 WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., APRIL 10 & 24 10 AM-2 PM

Engage the senses in this learn through play program. Open to all. Ideal for those on the Autism spectrum and other sensory challenges.

Homespun: Take Me Out to the Ballgame!*

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: WED., APRIL 10 • 10:30 AM-NOON

Hit a homerun with this baseball inspired program as we learn about legends of the game.

Activities and refreshments included.

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: THURS., APRIL 11 • 6:30-8 PM

Planet Hero: Splash!

SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: THURS., APRIL 11 • 6:30-8 PM

Spanish-English Storytime

PRESCHOOL & SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: FRI., APRIL 12 • 5-6 PM

Bilingual storytime is presented in English and Spanish allowing children to engage through stories, finger plays, music, activities, and crafts.

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

Library Playgroup

AGES BIRTH TO 5 COVINGTON: SAT., APRIL 13 • 10 AM-NOON

Meet up with area parents while the children play! The Library provides sensory friendly toys and books, coffee for parents, bagels and a small snack for the children. Siblings welcome.

The Check Mates

SCHOOL AGE - ADULTS WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., APRIL 14 • 1-4 PM

All skill levels welcome.

10 APRIL 2019 MARCH 2019

Storytimes Ages 0-6 • Program length may vary Spring Break Mini Camp!

SCHOOL AGE OFF SITE: TUES., APRIL 16 • 10 AM-NOON WED., APRIL 17 • 10 AM- NOON

Come to Lincoln Ridge Park in Independence to enjoy handson explorations to celebrate Earth Day! Join staff from Kenton County Public Works for fun recycling activities! On Tuesday, there will be a skit, games, activities and more.

On Wednesday, we’ll look at seasons and weather, study clouds, and do some Earth Day art to display at the Library!

Meet at Shelter #3. Attend either day or both!

Maker Kids: Game Design

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: TUES., APRIL 16 • 7-8 PM

Try your hand at game design with one of our iPads. We will be using Bloxels to design and play video games!

8-Bit Mario Keychains

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: THURS., APRIL 18 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Turn your favorite Mario characters into key chains! We’ll use perler beads and a pattern to make them look like they were in an old 8-bit video game.

Homeschool Club: Ready, Set, Garden Fun for Butterflies and Bees!

SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: TUES., APRIL 23 • 1:30-2:30 PM

Homeschool students in grades K-6 join us to make your own planter and sow seeds to grow plants to attract butterflies and bees to your garden.

Small Talk: A Book Club for Homechoolers SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: WED., APRIL 24 10:30 AM-NOON

This month’s selection is “Hurry Up, Houdini” by Mary Pope Osborne.This book is part of the popular Magic Tree House series. Activities and refreshments included.

Llama Llama Pajama Party!

PRESCHOOL ERLANGER: SAT., APRIL 27 • 11 AM- NOON

Wear your PJs for games, snacks and crafts celebrating everyone’s favorite llama!

Life Size Mario Party!

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: SAT., APRIL 27 • 1-4 PM

R E G U L A R Baby Music and Rhyme Wiggletime

AGES 0-24 MONTHS; CAREGIVER REQUIRED ERLANGER: MON.,10 AM; TUE., 9:30 & 10:30 AM COVINGTON: THU.,10 AM WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., 9:30 AM; THU., 7 PM

Family Storytime AGES 0-6; CAREGIVER REQUIRED COVINGTON: WED., 7 PM ERLANGER: TUE., 7 PM

Toddler Storytime AGE 2; CAREGIVER REQUIRED COVINGTON: TUE., 11 AM

Join us as the Children’s Department transforms into the Mushroom Kingdom and play as your favorite Nintendo character. Collect coins, avoid deadly piranha plants, and play mini-games. Can’t make the party? Play a downsized version of the game Sun., April 28 through Fri., May 3.

Toddler Time

Imagine! Play! Learn!

AGES 18 MOS.-2 YRS. WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., 10:30-11 AM

PRESCHOOL & SCHOOL AGE WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., APRIL 28 • 2-4 PM

Drop in for an afternoon of pretend play! Stations will be set up around the room to ignite cognitive learningthrough play sets and much more!

AGES 2-3 ERLANGER: WED., 10 & 11 AM

Children can enjoy a storytime with puppets, music and dancing.

Tiny Toddlers Storytime

Bring your toddler to the Library for language enrichment with stories, songs, rhymes and playtime.

Playart with Baker Hunt

TODDLERS & PRESCHOOL OFF SITE: FRIDAYS • 10-11 AM Join us at The Baker Hunt Cultural Center for a storytime with art! Youth Art Instructor Judy Sanders will present an art project to go with each week’s storytime theme. Baker Hunt is located at 620 Greenup St, Covington, KY 41011.

S C H E D U L E Rise and Shine

AGES 2-5; CAREGIVER REQUIRED ERLANGER: MON., 11 AM

Preschool Storytime AGES 3-5; CAREGIVER REQUIRED COVINGTON: TUE., 10 AM

Music, Motion and Stories with Joel the Singing Librarian AGES 3-5; CAREGIVER REQUIRED WILLIAM E. DURR: TUE., 10:30 AM

Playart

AGES 3-6; CAREGIVER REQUIRED WILLIAM E. DURR: THU.,10:30 AM & 2 PM

Blast Off to Kindergarten

AGES 3-5 ERLANGER: THU., 10 & 11:30 AM

Stories, activities, crafts and skills to help prepare children for kindergarten.

Art Storytime AGES 3-6 ERLANGER: THU., 4-5 PM

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

AGES 3-6 ERLANGER: FRI., 10 AM & 11:30 AM

Children will have fun with Science, Math, Art, Reading and Technology.

Scamper Squad

AGES 3-5 WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., 10:30 AM & 7 PM

Sing, dance and listen to stories as you learn about a new animal each week.

APRIL 2019 11

Visit a Branch!

Covington Branch

NONPROFIT ORG.

502 Scott Blvd.

Covington, KY 41011

U.S. POSTAGE

Erlanger Branch

CINCINNATI, OHIO

William E. Durr Branch

Electronic Service Requested

PAID PERMIT NO. 1611

401 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018 1992 Walton-Nicholson Rd., Independence, KY 41051

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

(Covington closes at 6pm)

SAT 10am-5pm

(Erlanger is open until 6pm)

SUN 1pm-5pm

Questions?

859.962.4000

The Library will be closed April 21 for Easter. www.kentonlibrary.org

APRIL FEATURED EVENTS

Early Childhood Festival & Children’s Day/Book Day BABIES, TODDLERS, PRESCHOOL & PARENTS ERLANGER: SUN., APRIL 28 • 2-4 PM

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Community information tables with special activities/crafts Caretaker Café and Playroom for children ages 0-6 Early childhood screenings Pet the Puppy! Therapy dogs available to relax with and read to!

Free books! (while supplies last) Construction Junction with Duplos and Keva Planks in the STREAM Center Outdoor Bubble Garden (weather permitting) 2:15-3 PM: Spanish/English Storytime with Elephant and Piggie of the popular book series by Mo Willems, followed by a meet and greet.

3-3:45 PM: Songs for Seeds Enjoy an interactive musical performance with a live, 3-piece band that specializes in music for children ages 0-6.

12 APRIL 2019

Celebrate Children’s Book Week ALL LOCATIONS: MON., APRIL 29 - SAT., MAY 4

Established in 1919, Children’s Book Week is the longest-running national literacy initiative in the country. This year marks the 100th anniversary! In celebration, children are invited to play “Name that Book Character” at any of the Library’s branches. Children will receive a small prize for participating and a chance to win a little library of books!

April is Amnesty Month You: Return late items We: Forgive your fines and fees* You: Can enjoy all that the Library has to offer! *Items that are damaged or lost are not included. For details, please call (859) 962-4000 or ask a staff member.