Kenton County Public Library July 2023 Events

July 2023

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PG 2-4 COVINGTON

PG 5-7 ERLANGER

PG 8-9 INDEPENDENCE

PG 10-11 CAREER AND JOB SERVICES

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Everyone

Lunch @ the Library MONDAYS • 11 AM-NOON

Join us for lunch at the library every Monday for a FREE meal. Lunch is provided by the Covington Independent School District.

Ventriloquist

SAT., JULY 15 • 2-3 PM

Adults

Faces and Places Photograph Donation Drive ALL MONTH

We are requesting photos to add to our historical photograph database Faces and Places. Call the Local History and Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 or email history@ketonlibrary.org to coordinate a donation or to ask questions.

Ventriloquist Mike Hemmelgarn will wow the crowd with his entertaining show using sculpted foam and latex puppets.

One-On-One Genealogy Research Assistance

Breakfast & Bingo

Call the Local History and Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 and reserve a one-hour session to discuss resources and search strategies.

THURS., JULY 20 • 9-11 AM

Jazz Fest Live Concert FRI., JULY 25 • 2-3 PM

Live music at the Covington library in conjunction with Cincinnati Music Festival’s jazz day. Music by Tim Watts.

ALL MONTH

Life’s Thimble Pleasures: Needle Felting*

WED., JULY 5 & WED., JULY 18 • 6-8 PM

Come for instruction and some time to work on a project! Supplies available.

Sweet Treats: Chocolate Making*

THURS., JULY 6 • 10 AM-NOON

Make some chocolates to enjoy and share with friends and family! Supplies provided.

GED Testing*

THURS., JULY 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 2-6 PM SAT., JULY 15 • 10 AM-2 PM

Please register at GED.com for a testing appointment at our site.

Covington Adventurer’s Guild THURS., JULY 6 & 20 • 6-8 PM

A Dungeons and Dragons club for teens and adults. All adventurers are welcome to join us.

SWET DanceFit*

THURS., JULY 6 & 20 • 7-8 PM

SWET DanceFit is a medium to high energy cardio dance class.

Bi-Okoto Drum & Dance Theatre Presents: Rhythms of Our Land

SAT., JULY 8 • 2-3 PM Bi-Okoto preserves, promotes and shares the rich cultural heritage of Africa and Africans using a variety of art forms.

Coffee and Conversations

FRI., JULY 7, 14, 21 & 28 • 11-12:30 PM

Join us to learn about various community resources that are available. Community support experts from Mental Health America will be present to help guide anyone who may be experiencing a difficult situation. Coffee and donuts are typically served.

Arts & Crafts*

TUES., JULY 11 & 18 • 10 AM-NOON

7/11: Wet Felting 7/18: Flowerpot Painting Come meet new friends and craft.

Board Game Night

WED., JULY 12 & 26 • 5-7 PM

Refreshments provided.

Chair Yoga*

TUES., JULY 18 • 11-11:45 AM

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Sci-Fi TTRPG Club*

SWET DanceFit*

For RPG fans looking a break from D&D and ready for something a little more Sci-Fi can play Wrath & Glory, a Warhammer 40k RPG.

See Adults.

TUES., JULY 18 • 6-8 PM

Trivia Night*

WED., JULY 19 • 5:30-7:30 PM

Register as a team (at least 2, up to 5) or register individually to be placed into a team. Topics will vary.

In-Person DAR Research Assistance* WED., JULY 26 • 10-11 AM

Schedule a one-hour in-person one-on-one appointment with the Rebecca Bryan Boone Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. You can discuss the necessary steps toward membership and get help with your research questions.

For more information and to schedule an appointment please call 859. 962.4070.

Teens

Comic Book Contest ALL MONTH

The best in show will be selected from each age group. Winners from each division will receive a prize basket including an anthology of all winning entries.

Additionally, a copy of that same anthology will be printed and put onto our shelves for patrons to check out and read. See details at kentonlibrary.org/events.

Meet Therapy Dogs*

MON., JULY 3, 17, 24 & 31 • 12:15-1:30 PM

Meet therapy dogs from Pet Partners of Greater Cincinnati.

Printmaking Workshop Series* AGES 10-12 WEDNESDAYS • 4-6 PM

Try different printmaking techniques with this weekly workshop! We’ll provide the supplies; you provide the ideas!

Week 1: Carve your own rubber stamp Week 2: Screen printing Week 3: Stencil printing on T-shirts Week 4: Use the printing techniques on ceiling tiles for the Teen Space.

THURS., JULY 6 & 20 • 7-8 PM

Kid & Teen Paint Night: Splatter Paint* MON., JULY 10 • 6-8 PM

Weather permitting we’ll paint outside in the Children’s outdoor programming space.

Please dress in clothes that can get stained.

Arts & Crafts*

TUES., JULY 11 & 18 • 10 AM-NOON

7/11: Wet Felting 7/18: Flowerpot Painting

Young Adventurer’s Guild

Have fun with chalk!

Thursday, July 27 6-7:30 PM

AGES 10-16 TUES., JULY 11 & 25 • 4-6 PM

A Dungeons and Dragons group geared for ages 10-16. Great for getting into the hobby or those looking for a new group.

Tween Time*

TUES., JULY 25 • 4-5 PM

Teen Cuisine: Homemade Pancakes*

Games, snacks, books and other fun activities for tweens.

Learn to make pancakes from scratch. We’ll dye them fun colors, we’ll cook them in weird shapes, we’ll dress them up with tons of toppings.

THURS., JULY 27 • 6-7:30 PM

TUES., JULY 11 • 6-8 PM

Board Game Night

Teen Chalk Night

Come decorate our driveway with sidewalk chalk masterpieces. Participants are welcome to enter a Chalk Art Contest if interested.

WED., JULY 12 & 26 • 5-7 PM

Refreshments provided.

Animanga Club

THURS., JULY 13 • 6-8 PM

Put on your cat ears and come by to immerse yourself into a part of Japanese culture.

Tween Anime Club MON., JULY 17 • 7-8 PM

Come watch anime and read manga with your friends! Snacks and drinks will be available.

Sci-Fi TTRPG Club* TUES., JULY 18 • 6-8 PM

See Adults.

Kids

Comic Book Contest ALL MONTH

See Teens.

Saturday Storytime

BABIES UP TO AGE 5 W/A CAREGIVER SAT., JULY 1 & 15 • 10:30-11:15 AM

Join us for a special Family Storytime. Older siblings are welcome.

Printmaking Workshop Series* AGES 10-12 WEDNESDAYS • 4-6 PM

See Teens.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Kid & Teen Paint Night: Splatter Paint* MON., JULY 10 • 6-8 PM

See Teens.

Baby Sensory Play

BABIES UP TO AGE 2 W/A CAREGIVER TUES., JULY 11 & 25 10:30-11:30 AM

Come and play with us at various sensory stations that are designed to help kickstart your child’s motor skills, language development, problem solving, and sense of self. While littles play, caregivers have a chance to connect with other adults from their community!

Cook-A-Book: “Hot Dog”* AGES 3-8 WED., JULY 19 • 7-8 PM

First, we’ll read a book and then we’ll make a yummy treat! We’ll read Caldecott Winner “Hot Dog” by Doug Salati, and then weather permitting, we’ll break out the grill and have a hot dog cookout!

Tween Time*

AGES 9-13 TUES., JULY 25 • 4-5 PM

See Teens.

Home Tweet Home*

Karma Kids

AGES 3-8 WED., JULY 26 • 3-4 PM

A playful yoga class for kids that includes movement, breath and an art project to create a calm, relaxed mind.

From their leafy branches to their tangled roots, trees provide habitats for a diverse variety of plants and animals. Join us as we explore trees and how they can be ‘home tweet home’ through activities and a snack.

Based on content provided by Project Learning Tree.

AGES 5-12 TUES., JULY 11 • 2-3 PM

Teen Cuisine: Homemade Pancakes* AGES 10-12 TUES., JULY 11 • 6-8 PM

See Teens.

¡Cuéntame un cuento! / Spanish Storytime CHILDREN UP TO AGE 8 THURS., JULY 13 • 6:30-7 PM

Acompañanos junto a tus niños a nuestra hora del cuento en español donde escucharemos historias y haremos divertidas actividades. Join us with your children in our Spanish storytime where we will listen to stories and do fun activities.

Tween Anime Club AGES 9-13 MON., JULY 17 • 7-8 PM

See Teens.

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Teen Chalk Night

AGES 10-12 THURS., JULY 27 • 6-7:30 PM

See Teens.

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Storytimes Toddler Storytime

AGES 2-3 WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:30 AM

Wiggle along as we use stories and songs to grow early literacy, math, and science skills.

Siblings welcome.

Preschool Storytime

AGES 3-5 WEDNESDAYS • 11-11:45 AM

Baby Storytime

BABIES UP TO AGE 2 THURSDAYS • 11-11:30 AM

Join us for wiggles, rhymes and stories.

American Girl Afternoon Tea* AGES 3-8

SUN., JULY 23 • 3-4 PM You are cordially invited to an afternoon tea party at the library! Bring your favorite doll (American Girl or otherwise) and enjoy a craft, playtime with the dolls, and light refreshments. All participants will be entered to win an American Girl prize pack.

Must be present to win.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Everyone

Adults

SAT., JULY 1 • 11 AM-NOON

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS • 4-7 PM

Yoga with Cats*

All of our cats will be available for adoption through Shane’s Cat Sanctuary and Kitty Adoption Center which is located in Erlanger.

Family Board Game Party SAT., JULY 8 • 2-4 PM

Games available for ages 3 and older.

Concert: Cincinnati Civic Orchestra THURS., JULY 13 • 7-8:30 PM

The Cincinnati Civic Orchestra will delight you with this performance for all ages, featuring The Best of Broadway.

GED Prep*

Prepare for your GED. Instructor: Alex Duvall Call Alex at 859.442.1166 to register.

B O O K C L U B : The Bookies Book Club: “Dear Edward”* WED., JULY 5 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Read “Dear Edward” by Ann Napolitano.

Senior Social and Games FRI., JULY 7 & 21 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Calling all seniors! Join us for coffee, donuts, games, and conversation!

Basic Word

Bingo

SAT., JULY 8 • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Friends of KCPL Used Book Sale

MON., JULY 10 • 6-7 PM

FRI., JULY 14 • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

SUN., JULY 16- SAT., JULY 22

Stock up on your reading material at the Friends of Kenton County Public Library Used Book Sale. The sale will take place Sun., July 16 and run through Sat., July 22. Sale hours are: Sun., 1 to 4:30 p.m., Mon. through Thurs., 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Fri., 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sat., 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Nearly new and used books, music and movies will be sold with prices ranging from 50 cents to $5. Proceeds from the sale will go towards programs and services that support the library.

School of Rock Concert TUES., JULY 25 • 6-7 PM

Enjoy a performance by School of Rock Northern Kentucky.

Fantastic Beasts with Raptor Inc. MON., JULY 31 • 3-4 PM

Celebrate the magical creatures that Harry and Newt cherish while discovering the enchanted creatures that live in our own backyard! Join RAPTOR Inc. and three local avian ambassadors to discover the amazing adaptations that make our local birds of prey such fantastic beasts! Best for ages 5 and up.

Gardening Club: Plant Swap Join us for a plant swap! Indoor and outdoor plants are welcome. Feel free to bring unused pots, soil, tools, seeds, etc. that you might not need any more.

STREAM Center: Cricut 101* MON., JULY 10 • 7-8 PM

Excel

BASIC: SAT., JULY 15 • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM ADVANCED: SAT., JULY 22 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Movie Matinee: ”Jaws” TUES., JULY 18 • 1:30-3:30 PM

In honor of Shark Week, watch this classic thriller, directed by Stephen Spielberg. 1975, rated PG, 2h 4m

Chair Yoga*

MON., JULY 24 • 11-11:45 AM

STREAM Center: T-Shirt Printing 101* TUES., JULY 25 • 6-8 PM

Learn how to print your own custom T-shirts.

B O O K C L U B : Book to Art Club: “Death Bee Comes Her”* THURS., JULY 27 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Read a book in advance of the meeting, then create an art project inspired by the book while discussing what we’ve read.

Google Tips & Tricks

SAT. JULY 29 • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Learn about Google Docs, Sheets, Calendar, how to store your photos, and much more.

Join Kala in the STREAM Center to learn the basics of the Cricut machine.

STREAM Center: Laser Engravers 101* TUES., JULY 11 • 6-8 PM

Want to learn how to engrave custom designs on a wide range of materials?

We’ll get you certified on both of the library’s available laser engravers!

Craft Club: Pineapple Cork Art*

WED., JULY 12 • 1:30-3:30 PM THURS., JULY 13 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Craft Club is an adult program for ages 16+.

Cool Hand Ukes

WED., JULY 12 • 6-8 PM

Teens

Lunch @ the Library

WEDNESDAYS • NOON-1 PM

Children 18 and under will receive a free meal provided by Erlanger-Elsmere Schools (while supplies last). Meals for adults may be purchased. Lunches must be eaten on-site. Enjoy stories and activities during lunch!

B O O K C L U B : No Adults Allowed: Teen Book Club THURS., JULY 6 • 4-5 PM

Read and discuss “Shadow and Bone” by Leigh Bardugo.

Come out and jam along with this open group of ukulele players, or just come and listen!

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Teen Writers’ Group MON., JULY 10 • 4-5 PM

Teens can share their work and give feedback in this group for writers of all genres.

Teens Create: Loom Rubber Band Bracelets* TUES., JULY 11 • 6-7 PM

Come hang with friends and make loom rubber band bracelets.

Teen Space

THURS., JULY 13 • 4-5 PM

Come hang with other teens. We will have crafts, various games, and snacks.

Teen Game & Hang MON., JULY 17 • 4-5 PM

B O O K C L U B : Summer Book Club AGES 3-8 WEDNESDAYS • 11:30 AM-NOON

Come enjoy crafts and activities based on a different book each week.

Lunch @ the Library

WEDNESDAYS • NOON-1 PM

Children 18 and under will receive a free meal provided by Erlanger-Elsmere Schools (while supplies last). Meals for adults may be purchased. Lunches must be eaten on-site. Enjoy stories and activities during lunch!

LEGO Club

AGES 5-12 WED., JULY 5 • 3:30-5 PM

Teens can hang out while playing both tabletop and video games.

Build towers, bridges, and other creations with 1000s of LEGOs at the library.

Manga Drawing

Wild Wednesdays

TUES., JULY 18 • 6-8 PM

Come watch the film “Shazam.”

Snacks provided.

AniManga Club

MON., JULY 31 • 4-5 PM

Watch some of your favorite anime, discuss your most-loved manga, and enjoy snacks.

AGES 5-11 WEDNESDAYS • 7-8 PM

Join us for a mix of fun (games, crafts, messy play).

7/5: Find Your Voice: Words 7/12: Jaw-some fun 7/19: Find Your Voice: Instrument Making 7/26: All Kinds of Magic

STREAM Center: Maker Camp* AGES 9-12 THURSDAYS • 2-3 PM

Join us in the STREAM Center for a summer of fun and science.

7/6: Brush Bots 7/13: Popsicle Stick Crossbow 7/20: Light Wand 7/27: Robot Pizza Party

Puppy Tales

AGES 5-12 THURS., JULY 6 • 6-7 PM

Children are invited to read with a therapy dog to help build their reading confidence. We’ll provide lots of fun books, and you’re welcome to bring your own. Time slots are first-come, first-serve upon arrival.

Comics Club

AGES 8-12 SAT., JULY 8 • 11 AM-NOON

If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at writing comics, join us for Comic Club!

Saturday Family Storytime CHILDREN UP TO AGE 8 SAT., JULY 8 & 22 • 11 AM-NOON

Start your weekend with stories, songs, and play.

Kids

Tutu Workshop

AGES 3- 12 SAT., JULY 1 • 1:30-3:30 PM

Make a tutu at the library! This is a dropin event from 1:30-3:30.

Sing and Clap Along with Jim Gill!

Fourth of July Art & Sensory Play

Jim Gill Family Concert

Drop in anytime to celebrate the Fourth of July with some fizzing firework sensory play, playdough fireworks, and other fun art and sensory play.

SAT., JULY 15 • 1-2 PM Each of Jim’s concerts is an active sing-along and clapalong for children of all ages.

AGES 2 AND OLDER MON., JULY 3 • 1:30-3:30 PM

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CHILDREN UP TO AGE 12

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Spray-Dyed Totes*

Bring your stuffed animal to storytime!

Afterwards, you’re invited to leave your stuffed animal at the library for a sleepover adventure! The next day, come back to the Erlanger Children’s Department to pick up your stuffed animal and view pictures of their overnight fun!

Make a personalized tote bag! We’ll have all the supplies needed and instructions on different techniques for using spray dyes.

CHILDREN UP TO AGE 8 MON., JULY 10 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Baby Shark Party

CHILDREN UP TO AGE 2 W/A CAREGIVER TUES., JULY 11 • 1:30-3 PM

All baby sharks and their grown-up sharks are invited to enjoy Baby Shark songs, stories, and activities. Drop-in anytime.

Shark Storytime

AGES 7-12 THURS., JULY 27 • 5-6 PM

Water Day!

SAT., JULY 29 • 1-3:30 PM All ages are invited to join us for all kinds of water play, including a giant, inflatable slip and slide, water sensory bins, and a walk-through kiddie (car) wash. Please bring your suits, towels, and sunscreen.

AGES 2- 8 THURS., JULY 13 • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Join us for this fin-tastic storytime! Books, songs, dancing, and activities.

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Shark Week Extravaganza

Storytimes

AGES 7-12 TUES., JULY 18 • 3-4 PM

Celebrate shark week with some toothy activities!

I Scream for Ice Cream Storytime

Toddler Storytime

CHILDREN UP TO AGE 5 THURS., JULY 20 • 11:30 AM-1 PM

AGES 2 & 3 MONDAYS • 10-11 AM TUESDAYS • 11-11:30 AM WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:30 AM

Stories followed by mini-ice cream sandwiches.

Join us for books, music, and a fun activity!

Afterschool Tween Hang

Music and Movement Storytime

AGES 7-12 THURS., JULY 20 • 3:30-6 PM

This session we will be doing plastic bag art.

Old MacDonald Had a Storytime AGES 3 AND OLDER FRI., JULY 21 • 3-4 PM

Join us on Old MacDonald’s farm, where we’ll enjoy books and crafts galore!

Cardboard Box Drive-In Movie AGES 3-8 MON., JULY 24 • 2-3 PM

It’s a drive-in movie at the library! We will spend the first part of this event transforming cardboard boxes into cars!

Then, park your car and join us for a short movie. Supplies and popcorn provided.

AGES 2-5 MONDAY • 11:30 AM-NOON

Pajama Storytime

BABIES UP TO AGE 5 MONDAYS • 6:30-7 PM

An evening storytime featuring stories, songs and rhymes.

Baby Storytime

BABIES UP TO AGE 2 TUESDAYS • 9:30-10 AM

Enjoy books, rhymes, bounces, and group play that will provide both entertainment and enrichment for your little one.

Lapsit Storytime

CHILDREN UP TO 12 MONTHS W/A CAREGIVER WEDNESDAYS • 11:30 AM-NOON

For pre-walking children and their parents or caregivers.

Preschool Storytime AGES 3-5 WEDNESDAYS • 2-3 PM THURSDAYS • 10-11 AM

Join Ms. Shay for a romping storytime with books, dancing, songs, and activities.

Baby Stroller Time

CHILDREN UP TO AGE 2 W/A CAREGIVER FRIDAYS • 9:30-10 AM

Join other parents, grandparents, and caregivers for a morning stroll around the library. We will chat, sing a song or two, and enjoy the summer sunshine! Strollers, wagons, and baby carriers are encouraged, and siblings are welcome.

Playart

AGES 2-5 FRIDAYS • 1:30-2:30 PM

Join us for storytime followed by art and sensory play inspired byJULY our books.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Everyone Chess Club

WEDNESDAYS • 4:30-6 PM

Each meeting consists of chess play and enlightening lessons from a certified chess instructor. Open to all levels of skill.

Lunch @ the Library FRIDAYS • NOON-1 PM

Children 18 and under receive a free lunch courtesy of the Kenton County school district. Those over 18 will pay a small fee for food.

Early Bird Bingo

TUES., JULY 11 • 9-11 AM

Enjoy a cup of coffee and some light snacks while you play for fun, useful and maybe some wacky prizes.

Family Movie Matinee SAT., JULY 15 • 2-4 PM

Join us for the screening of a new, feature length blockbuster.

Goat Yoga*

SUN., JULY 16 • 10-11 AM

Please bring a yoga mat or towel for yoga practice and a readiness to interact with goats, as they may lay on and around you during the class. All levels welcome, no experience required.

Giant Water Slides!

FRI., JULY 21 • NOON-3 PM

Beat the heat while sailing down a giant water slide! Cool treats provided.

Make It with Jackie!*

Summer Library Painting*

Learn how to make personalized greeting cards.

Join for a fun evening with friends while you learn to create a beautiful painting with step-by-step directions.

SUN., JULY 9 • 2-4 PM

THURS., JULY 27 • 2-3:30 PM & 6-7:30 PM

Zumba Gold: Dancing to the Oldies!

MON., JULY 10, 17, 24 & 31 • 10-11 AM

Dance classes are tailored to our senior population, but all adults are welcome.

NKY Amateur Radio Club MON., JULY 10 • 7-8:30 PM

Join the group of amateur radio enthusiasts each month for discussions and special presenters.

DURR Crafters*

TUES., JULY 18 • 1:30-2:30 PM

Join us to create a one-of-a-kind piece of pottery. DIY Pottery at the Florence Mall will supply the pottery pieces and paints, you’ll provide your creativity.

Teens Art Club

WEDNESDAYS • 3-5 PM

7/5: Watercolor Pencils 7/12: Shadow Trace Drawings 7/19: Painting without Brushes 7/26: Clay Molds

Late Night Gaming FRI., JULY 7 • 9-11 PM

We’ll have video games, pizza, manhunt/hide & seek, and more.

Dungeons and Dragons

Library Teen Cafe

Experience the thrill of the popular tabletop, role-playing fantasy game.

All skill levels welcome.

Crafts! Games! Snacks! Or just come hang out with your friends in a non-school space!

Hands-On Summer Cooking*

Ice Cream Taste Test

Join us for a hand-on cooking program.

Anime Club

TUES., JULY 18 • 6-8:30 PM

THURS., JULY 20 • 6-7:30 PM

B O O K C L U B : Adult Book Discussion TUES., JULY 25 • 7-8:30 PM

TUES., JULY 11 • 6-8 PM

TUES., JULY 18 • 6-8 PM

FRI., JULY 21 • 6-8 PM

Love anime? Come meet up with other anime fans for shows, pizza, and fun!

Join us for a discussion of “The Splendid and the Vile” by Erik Larson.

Memory Café

WED., JULY 26 • 1-2 PM

Adults Tai Chi

FRI., JULY 7 & 21 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Join Master Greg Fahey of NKY Shaolindo for a morning Tai Chi session.

Master Fahey, a 7th degree black belt, will teach an easy course in the gentle and low-impact martial art of Tai Chi.

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Are you or someone you love suffering from memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer’s or brain injury? If so, our Memory Café is for you. Patients and caregivers will find a space that is relaxing, fun and informational. Join us so you can socialize and have a great time!

Taste Test Ice Cream!

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Storytimes Music and Motion with the Singing Librarian AGES 3-5 MONDAYS • 10:30-11 AM

Kids

Down the Rabbit Hole: A Reading Experience with Rabbits* CHILDREN UP TO AGE 12 SUN., JULY 2 & 9 • 2-4 PM

Join us on our “Down the Rabbit Hole” adventure to wonderland with our favorite library mascots: Luna and Lola. Show up to your scheduled time slot with your favorite book and read to our rabbits! Sessions will be a total of 15 minutes.

KidZone Jr.

GRADES K-2 MON., JULY 3, 10, 17 & 24 • 7-8 PM TUES., JULY 11, 18 & 25 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Beat the heat with a story and a craft. Open to the first 30 in attendance.

KidZone

GRADES 3-5 MON., JULY 3, 10, 17 & 24 • 7-8 PM TUES., JULY 11, 18 & 25 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Enjoy music and movement with the Singing Librarian!

COMMUNITY Depot Days!

TUES. & THURS. • 10:30 AM-NOON NO PROGRAM JULY 4.

Erlanger Railroad Depot Park Stories and activities. Lunch provided

by Erlanger Elsmere School staff will be available from 10:30 am until 11:15 am, while supplies last for children up to age 18.

Baby Music & Rhyme Wiggletime

Storytime at The Roost

Bring your baby for language enrichment with stories, songs, and rhymes.

The Roost, 3616 Decoursey Ave, Latonia, KY 41015 Join library staff members for stories, songs, and activities.

BABIES UP TO 18 MONTHS WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:30 AM

Tiny Toddlers

BABIES UP TO 18 MONTHS WEDNESDAYS • 11-11:30 AM

CHILDREN UP TO AGE 8 THURS., JULY 6 & 20 • 2-2:45 PM TUES., JULY 11 • 10:30-11 AM

Storytime at Devou Park FRIDAYS • 11 AM -NOON

Bring your baby for language enrichment with stories, songs, and rhymes.

Breaden Shelter, 1171 Montague Rd. Cosponsored by the Covington Department of Parks & Recreation.

Playart

Sunrise Yoga on the River*

AGES 3-5 THURSDAY • 10:30-11 AM

Listen to a story, make a craft and enjoy a parent/child-focused activity inspired by the book. Open to the first 30 children in attendance.

MON., JULY 10, 17, 24, & 31 • 7-7:45 AM

Covington Plaza near John A. Roebling Bridge.

Yoga in the Park Series* THURS., JULY 13 & 27 • 7- 8 PM

Devou Park, Rotary Grove

Join us for a story, crafts and outdoor fun!

Open to the first 30 in attendance.

Reflections in Nature Meditation*

Tween Hub!*

Devou Park

AGES 9-12 THURS., JULY 6 & 13 • 2-3 PM

Create your own glow in the dark pet rock.

Outdoor Water Adventures CHILDREN UP TO AGE 8 FRI., JULY 7, 14, 21 & 28 • 10 AM-2 PM

Get soaked with water tables, wading pools and sprinklers during this exciting program geared towards young learners!

SAT., JULY 15 • 10:30-11:15 AM

Creative Movement

TUES., JULY 25 • 10 AM-NOON

Pioneer Park, 3951 Madison Pike, Covington, KY 41017 Join us at Pioneer Park for movement and create a beautiful mandala made out of things from nature. This program is in partnership with Art Equals and Kenton County Parks & Recreation.

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Career & Job Services *Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4002 COVINGTON BRANCH Elevator Pitch Power Plan* FRI., JULY 7 • 10-11:30 AM

Learn how to present your professional experience, accomplishments, and job search goals in a succinct and persuasive way. Use your pitch to network and make connections to further your job search.

Improve Your Resumé with Practical Strategies* TUES., JULY 11 • 2-3 PM

In this workshop, you will learn four strategies to improve your resumé and make your resumé more attractive to hiring managers.

ERLANGER BRANCH Northern Kentucky Accountability Group*

WEDNESDAYS • 9:15-11:30 AM

NKYAG is a job search support group for professionals in transition or anyone wanting to change careers. We offer a weekly community speaker on some educational aspect of the job search process that a regular class does not cover. Features motivational speakers, networking opportunities, job search leads and connections to community partners.

Build Your LinkedIn Profile* WED., JULY 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 1-2:30 PM

Join LinkedIn expert Carolyn Dickerson and learn how to make your LinkedIn profile work for you!

Interviewing Skills Workshop* THURS., JULY 6 • 1:30-3 PM

Put your best foot forward and learn how to prepare for interviews today. We will touch on one-on-one, panel, virtual, and lunch/dinner-type interviews.

Mastering the Art of Informational Meetings SAT., JULY 8 • 10:30-11:30 AM

If you are unsure of your next career move, discover how to set up professional meetings with like professionals. Learn how to research potential pathways, questions to ask in meetings, and techniques for follow-up.

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Get Started: Begin Your Career Transition With Us* MON., JULY 10 • 6:30-8:30 PM TUES., JULY 18 • 10 AM-NOON

Looking for a new job as a professional is overwhelming at the beginning. Join our Volunteer Career Coach, for an orientation on getting started.

Toastmasters

MON., JULY 10, 24 & 31 • 6:45-8:30 PM

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs.

Fundamentals of Networking* TUES., JULY 11 • 6-8:30 PM

Networking is the number one way for professionals to find new jobs and help grow their careers. Move on to getting your network up and running.

LinkedIn Photo Session*

WED., JULY 12 • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Unemployed professionals can get their LinkedIn photo taken by professional photographer Julie Lubbers for free.

Transferable Skills Workshop* THURS., JULY 13 • 10-11:30 AM

This class will focus on an analysis of your transferable skills and how you can make that bridge between your use of those skills in the past and how they will be applied to your future work. We will also learn how to transfer your skills to different industries.

Resumé Basics for Today* THURS., JULY 28 • 10 AM-NOON

We will do a reality check on the purpose of a resumé, review types of resumés, discuss how to collect and organize document data, best practices for writing, the influence of ATS, and tips to make your resumé one of your all-time best investments in YOU!

Finding Your Purpose* FRI., JULY 21 • 10 AM -NOON

In the midst of your crazy daily life, do you find yourself wondering about your true vocational purpose? Join our charismatic instructor Roger Babik to learn how to identify and use your innate giftedness vocationally.

FIESTA Community Resource & Job Fair SAT., JULY 22 • 10 AM-2 PM

Meet local community partners providing a variety of resources to local Hispanic families. Find a job with employers interested in hiring today!

INDEPENDENCE Side Hustle Without the Hustle* MON., JULY 17 • 6-7:30 PM

A side hustle can be a second income stream that’s based on your unique talents and interests. Learn how to set up a side business in just seven days by getting scrappy and focusing only on what’s necessary. Instructor: Jill Morenz, President & CEO of Aviatra Accelerators

Featured Genre: Adventure ADULTS: ONLINE Managing ATS Workshop* FRI., JULY 14 • 10 AM-NOON

A knowledgeable instructor will expertly guide you through the complex nature of Applicant Tracking Software and the system’s influence in today’s job search process. Learn how to elevate your status when submitting resumes and cover letters for job applications.

Create a Marketing Plan* MON., JULY 17 • 10:30 AM-NOON

A personal marketing plan will make it easier for friends, colleagues, coaches, and new acquaintances to make connections for you during your job search. We will provide you with an outline, describe each area to consider in your plan and give you some real samples and resources to use to build a target company section.

Power Your Job Search with Google Tools* MON., JULY 24 • 2-3 PM

We will discuss how to organize your job search and use Google tools to make your search easier and more efficient. Discover relevant job opportunities easily; track the progress of job applications; create a basic resumé using Google Docs.

The Fine Art of Job Search Correspondence*

The Empress of Salt and Fortune by Nghi Vo The Kaiju Preservation Society by John Scalzi

Madame Fourcade’s Secret War

by Lynne Olson

YOUNG ADULTS:

The Bone Spindle

by Leslie Vedder Jumper

by Melanie Crowder Be Not Far From Me

by Mindy McGinnis

CHILDREN:

City Spies by James Ponti The Last Last Day of Summer by Lamar Giles Pilar Ramirez and the Escape from Zafa

by Julian Randall

TUES., JULY 25 • 6-7:30 PM

Learn how to compose and write effective job-hunting emails and cover letters, and PAIN letters to get yourself noticed in your job search. Instructor: Karen Cornelissen

Core Skills Workshop*

JULY PROGRAMS

ONLINE*

WED., JULY 26 • 6-7:30 PM

Online Career & Job Services programs listed with in-person classes.

Designed to help you identify and analyze your transferable core skills, our instructor will discuss the aptitudes you have used in previous employment. You will then be able to determine the best skills you have to offer and use them to move forward in future employment.

Virtual Historic Walking Tour: Fort Mitchell

Introduction to Online Learning*

FRIDAYS • NOON-1 PM

This summer we explore the history of houses in Fort Mitchell. Join us on YouTube, in our Facebook Group Kenton Library Archives or on Instagram @ KentonLibraryArchives.

MON., JULY 31 • 6-7 PM

Adventures in the Archives

Explore careers, expand your computer skills, and try out new techniques from the comfort of your home.

Learn more about glass plate negatives in the Joseph Von Handorf Family and August

FRI., JULY 7 • 2- 3 PM

Koenig Collection. Join us on Youtube, Instagram, or in our Facebook Group Kenton Library Archives. This program is pre-recorded. Did you know...if you’d like to access materials in our archives, call us at 859.962.4070 to set up an appointment!

B O O K C L U B : Adult Book Discussion TUES., JULY 18 • 7-8:30 PM

Join us for a discussion of “The Splendid and the Vile” by Erik Larson.

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Visit a Branch!

Covington Branch

NONPROFIT ORG

502 Scott Blvd.

Covington, KY 41011

US POSTAGE PAID

Erlanger Branch

DATAMARK

401 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018

Electronic Service Requested

Independence Branch

1992 Walton-Nicholson Rd., Independence, KY 41051

Branch Hours MON-THU 9am-9pm FRI 9am-6pm

SAT 10am-5pm SUN 1pm-5pm

Questions?

859.962.4000

Closed Tuesday, July 4. kentonlibrary.org

Summer Reading Celebration!

Find Your Voice this Summer Create a habit of reading and win prizes!

Track your daily reading using Beanstack, the reading tracker app, or a printed log.

Teens, adults and children can win weekly gift cards. Children can earn a book prize and T-shirt or backpack while supplies last. Teens and adults can earn a bendable booklight while supplies last.

Visit kentonlibrary.org/src or ask a staff member for details.

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