Kenton County Public Library Events March 2023

March 2023

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PG 4-7 ERLANGER

PG 8-9 INDEPENDENCE

PG 10-11 CAREER AND JOB SERVICES

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Everyone

Faces and Places Photograph Donation Drive

Hooks & Needles

WED., MARCH 29 • 2-4 PM

Knitters and crocheters, bring your projects or start something new.

All levels welcome.

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.

Genealogy Research Assistance ALL MONTH

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

Appointments are available in-person, over-the-phone, or through a virtual meeting. Popular topics include filling out your family tree, African American genealogy research, and local property research.

Breakfast & Bingo

THURS., MARCH 16 • 9-11 AM

Beat the winter blues by enjoying some breakfast and bingo.

Adults

Covington Walking Club WEDNESDAYS • 8-9 AM

We’ll meet at the library entrance. Walks range between 1-3 miles.

GED Testing*

THURSDAYS • 2-6 PM SAT., MARCH 18 • 10 AM-2 PM

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

Senior Arts & Crafts*

TUES., MARCH 7 & 21 • 10 AM-NOON

Come meet new friends, craft and enjoy snacks. Ages 55+.

3/7: Easter Wine Bottles 3/21: Easter Egg Wreath & Ceramic Eggs

Tai Chi

WED., MARCH 8 • 10:30 AM-11:30 AM

Covington Adventurer’s Guild

Chair Yoga

A Dungeons and Dragons club for teens and adults. All adventurers welcome.

B O O K C L U B : The NEA Big Read: Book Discussion*

THURS., MARCH 2 & 16 • 6-8 PM

Coffee and Conversations FRIDAYS • 11 AM-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.

MON., MARCH 13 • 11-11:45 AM

MON., MARCH 13 • 4-5:30 PM

Join others who have read “Sitting Pretty: The View From My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body,” a memoir-in-essays by Dr. Rebekah Taussig. A limited number of books will be available for checkout at the Covington Branch beginning February 1.

Art Study Series: Charcoal Study*

TUES., MARCH 7 & 21 • 5-6 PM

Learn the basics of charcoal drawing. Enjoy the rich lines and shading and develop your skills at managing pressure and shadows.

Art Study Series: Watercolor* MON., MARCH 13 & 27 • 2-4 PM

Supplies and a still-life model will be provided.

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You and YouScience: Let’s Talk Careers!* MON., MARCH 13 • 6-8 PM

Are you a high school student or adult trying to figure out your career and college options? Come participate in the YOUScience Aptitude Discovery. You have the power to uncover your aptitudes and match best-fit career pathways through YouScience. When students and adults know their aptitudes, they find a whole new world of education options and best-fit in-demand careers to better succeed in school and life. After taking the assessment, a follow-up session will be scheduled to discuss results and next steps.

Sci-Fi Roleplay Club

TUES., MARCH 14 & 28 • 6-8 PM

Play Wrath & Glory, a Warhammer 40k RPG.

Board Game Night

TUES., MARCH 14 & 28 • 5-7 PM

Come meet new people and play board games.

SWET DanceFit

THURS., MARCH 16 • 6:30-7:30 PM

SWET DanceFit is a cardio dance class.

African American Genealogy Research Assistance

Playart @ Baker Hunt

BAKER HUNT ART & CULTURAL CENTER FRIDAYS • 10-11 AM

Join us down the street for an artful storytime!

620 Greenup St, Covington, KY 41011.

Community Collection Kickoff THE ROOST SAT., MARCH 25

Join us for a day of interactive games, events, and a celebration of Latonia as the library kicks off its new bookshelf at The Roost! See kentonlibrary.org for details.

Tour of African American Genealogy Collections THURS., MARCH 23 • 2-3 PM

Join staff for a tour of resources for African American genealogy in the Local History and Genealogy Department at Covington.

Print and electronic materials will be discussed. Beginners are encouraged to attend.

Paint Night: Spring* MON., MARCH 27 • 6-8 PM

In-Person DAR Research Assistance* WED., MARCH 22 • 10-11 AM

Schedule a one-hour in-person one-onone 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.

Storytime at The Roost

3616 DECOURSEY AVE, COVINGTON, KY 41015 TUES. MARCH 14 & 28 •10:30 AM-11:30 AM

have access to, delicious snacks, and new print manga.

Art Study Series: Watercolor* MON., MARCH 13 • 2-4 PM

See Adults.

You and YouScience: Let’s Talk Careers!* MON., MARCH 13 • 6-8 PM

See Adults.

Skool Aid: Time Machine MON., MARCH 13 • 7-8 PM

TUES., MARCH 21 • ALL DAY

Get help researching your African American genealogy. Call 859.962.4070 to schedule a free one-hour one-on-one session with a member of the Local History and Genealogy Department.

Programs in the Community

Teens Teen Time

THURSDAYS • 3:30-4:30 PM

Join us in the teen space on the main floor for lots of fun activities for teens.

Visit different periods in American history and learn about inventions, music, art, games, and life.

Sci-Fi Roleplay Club

TUES., MARCH 14 & 28 • 6-8 PM

Play Wrath & Glory, a Warhammer 40k RPG.

Board Game Night

Covington Adventurer’s Guild

TUES., MARCH 14 & 28 • 5-7 PM

See Adults.

SWET DanceFit

THURS., MARCH 2 & 16 • 6-8 PM

See Adults.

Family Craft Night: St. Patrick’s Day

THURS., MARCH 16 • 6:30 PM-7:30 PM

Join us for Saint Patrick’s Day themed crafts.

MON., MARCH 20 • 4-4:30 PM

MON., MARCH 6 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Animanga Club

THURS., MARCH 9 • 6-8 PM

Put on your cat ears and come by to immerse yourself into a part of Japanese Culture. We have over 9000 animes that we

See Adults.

Teen Craft Club*

The club will explore simple and quick crafts for teens.

Paint Night: Spring* MON., MARCH 27 • 6-8 PM

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Cook-A-Book: Candyland*

Kids

AGES 3-8 WED., MARCH 15 • 7-8 PM

Saturday Storytime

SAT., MARCH 4 & 18 • 10:30-11 AM

First, we’ll read a book and then make a treat! We’ll read “Are You Eating Candy without Me?” by Draga Jenny Malesevic.

Storytime for the whole family. Best for children under age 8.

Tween Anime Club

Family Craft Night: St. Patrick’s Day

Come watch anime and read manga with your friends! Intended for ages 9-13.

MON., MARCH 6 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Join us for Saint Patrick’s Day themed crafts.

Cuéntame un Cuento!/ Spanish Storytime THURS., MARCH 9 • 6:30-7 PM

Skool Aid: Time Machine

MON., MARCH 20 • 7-8 PM

Life-Size Candyland

AGES 3-12 SATURDAY, MARCH 25 • 2-4 PM

Covington Children’s Department transforms into Candyland! Join us to kick off the game, and then play anytime next week!

Storytimes Toddler Storytime

AGES 2-3 • WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:45 AM

Preschool Storytime

AGES 3-5 • WEDNESDAYS • 11-11:45 AM

Baby Storytime

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

Tween Time

AGES 9-12 TUES., MARCH 28 • 4-5 PM

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

MON., MARCH 13 • 7-8 PM

See Teens.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Everyone Family Bingo

FRI., MARCH 10 • 4:30-5:30 PM

Bring the whole family down to start your weekend with BINGO! For ages 5 and up.

Friends of KCPL Used Book Sale

SUN., MARCH 12- SAT., MARCH 18

Nearly-new and used books, music and movies will be sold. Proceeds from the sale will go towards programs and services that support the library. Sale closes 30 minutes prior to library.

Lunch and Learn: Call the Midwife*

TUES., MARCH 14 • NOON-1 PM

Join us for a lecture by Dr. Melanie Goan, author and Professor of History at the University of Kentucky who will give the talk “Call the Midwife: Mary Breckinridge and the Frontier Nursing Service.”

Across America, medical doctors were becoming the standard of care and hospital deliveries were becoming the norm for pregnant mothers in the early twentieth century. Mary Breckinridge proposed an alternative system when she created the Frontier Nursing Service in Leslie County, Kentucky, in 1925.

Homespun: Celtic Harp and Stories with Tisa McGraw TUES., MARCH 14 • 1:30 PM

4 MARCH 2023

Storyteller and musician Tisa McGraw will share stories from the Celtic tradition along with harp music and song.

Participants will be invited to draw, paint or color their impressions while the stories and music are shared. Homeschoolers will be invited to share their creations with other attendees at the close of the program. Open to all ages.

Florence Community Band Concert* TUES., MARCH 21 • 7-8:30 PM

Join us for musical entertainment provided by the Florence Community Band.

STREAM Center: Yarn Art ADULTS & TEENS MON., MARCH 27 • 5-6 PM

Visit the STREAM Center to create a work of art with yarn and canvas.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Adults

STREAM Center: Laser Cut Tealight Candle Holders*

STREAM Center: Rainbow Coasters*

Come make a tealight candle holder out of laser cut wood!

Gardening Club: Nesting Material Wreaths*

STREAM CENTER TUES., MARCH 7 • 6:30-8 PM

GED Prep*

WEDNESDAYS • 4-7 PM MON., MARCH 6, 15 & 29 • 4-7 PM

Prepare for your GED. Call 859.442.1166 to register.

Writers’ Group

TUES., MARCH 7 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Flow & Unwind Yoga*

Share your work and give feedback in this group for writers of all genres! New members welcome!

WED., MARCH 1 • 6-7PM

B O O K C L U B : The Bookies Book Club: “The Guest List”*

Craft Club*

WED., MARCH 8 • 1:30-3:30 PM THURS., MARCH 9 • 6:30-8:30 PM

WED., MARCH 1 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Read then discuss “The Guest List” by Lucy Foley.

Join us to make mini string light lamps.

Needle Arts Group

Cool Hand Ukes

Drop in to work on any needle craft project.

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

WED., MARCH 8 • 6-8 PM

THURS., MARCH 2 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Senior Social and Games

Chair Yoga*

FRI., MARCH 3, 17 & 31 • 10:30-11:30 AM

FRI., MARCH 10 • 11-11:45 AM

Join us for coffee, pastries, card games, and chat!

Classic Movie Matinee: “Gaslight” FRI., MARCH 10 • 1:30-3:30 PM

MON., MARCH 13 • 5-6 PM

Join us to create a set of two alcohol ink coasters.

MON., MARCH 13 • 6-7 PM

Make a wreath with materials that songbirds love.

Lunch and Learn: Call the Midwife

TUES., MARCH 14 • NOON-1 PM

See Everyone.

Financial Literacy Series* THURS., MARCH 16 • 6-7 PM

Presented by Adam Kunsman, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones.

Tai Chi*

WED., MARCH 22 • 6:30-7:30 PM

B O O K C L U B : Book to Art Club: The Thirteenth Tale* THURS., MARCH 23 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Book to Art Club offers hands-on, creative ways to engage with literature.

Join us for this classic psychological thriller. 1944, PG, 1h 54m

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Adventures in the Archives

Managing ATS Workshop*

In honor of Women’s History Month, explore the Margaret Strebel Hartman Collection. Find our video on YouTube @ KentonLib or on Facebook and Instagram @ KentonLibraryArchives.

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.

ONLINE FRI., MARCH 3 • 2 PM

Twitter and Instagram for Beginners* ZOOM TUES., MARCH 7 • 6-7:30 PM

Learn how to create accounts and get started using these social media platforms.

ZOOM FRI., MARCH 10 • 10 AM-NOON

O N L I N E Protect Yourself From Online Scams* ZOOM MON., MARCH 27 • 6-7 PM

Learn about three real-life online scams and familiarize yourself with some of the techniques scammers commonly use to access sensitive information.

Introduction to Online Learning* ZOOM FRI., MARCH 31 • 1-2 PM

Discover all the great classes you can take for free Zoom at KCPL.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Chair Exercise*

FRI., MARCH 24 • 11-11:30 AM

Low impact, low intensity training that focuses on stability, balance, and mobility training.

STREAM Center: Yarn Art*

Teens Create: Paint Your Own Squishy*

Teens

TUES., MARCH 21 • 6-7 PM

B O O K C L U B : No Adults Allowed: Teen Book Club THURS., MARCH 2 • 4-5 PM

ADULTS/TEENS MON., MARCH 27 • 5-6 PM

This month read “Flygirl” by Sherri L. Smith.

Visit the STREAM Center to create a work of art with yarn and canvas.

SWET DanceFit*

Movie Matinee: “9 to 5”

See Adults.

TUES., MARCH 28 • 1:30-3:30 PM

In honor of Women’s History Month, watch this catchy comedy of errors examining gender roles in the workplace, starring Dolly Parton, Lily Tomlin, and Jane Fonda.

THURS., MARCH 2 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Teens Create: Tissue Paper Hearts* TUES., MARCH 7 • 6-7 PM

Join other teens and make your own tissue paper heart craft.

Join other teens and paint your own squishy.

Tai Chi*

WED., MARCH 22 • 6:30-7:30 PM

AniManga Club

MON., MARCH 27 • 4-5 PM

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

Board Game Night

TUES., MARCH 28 • 6-7 PM

Come join other teens and play board games!

Teen Writers Group MON., MARCH 13 • 4-5 PM

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

March Madness

TUES., MARCH 14-FRI., MARCH 31

Show Me the Money!*

SAT., MARCH 18 10:30 AM-12:30 PM This course will emphasize wellestablished financial principles that enable people to feel more in control of their finances. We will also provide an overview of several important financial topics including Roth accounts, HSA, Social Security, and 401K.

Stop by the Children’s Department anytime to vote on your favorite book characters to see who can advance on to the final championship.

Homeschool Teens: Vision Boards*

TUES., MARCH 14 • 1:30-2:30 PM

Teens can come hang out and create their own vision boards.

Teen Movie Night: “Hidden Figures” TUES., MARCH 14 • 6-8 PM

To celebrate Women’s History Month, we will be watching the film “Hidden Figures” (rated PG). Snacks will be provided.

STREAM Center: Pom Pom Mirrors*

MON., MARCH 20 • 4-5 PM

Join us in the STREAM center to create oneof-a-kind pom pom mirrors.

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Kids

LEGO Club*

AGES 5-12 WED., MARCH 1 • 3:30-5 PM

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

Wild Wednesdays AGES 7-12 WEDNESDAYS • 7-8 PM

All kinds of fun each week. Check the online calendar for weekly themes.

Puppy Tales

AGES 5-12 THURS., MARCH 2 • 6-7 PM

Children are invited to read with a therapy dog to help build their reading confidence. Time slots are first-come, first-serve upon arrival.

Playdate Cafe

BABIES UP TO AGE 5 WITH ADULT FRI., MARCH 3 • 10-11 AM

A fun drop-in event where babies can play and their grown-ups can enjoy coffee and socialize.

E R L A N G E R

Storytimes Toddler Storytime Afterschool Tween Hang

AGES 7-12 THURS., MARCH 16 • 3-6 PM

Drop in anytime for an afterschool snack and an activity.

TRY YOUR HAND AT WRITING COMICS!

Comics Clublub

AGES 8-12 SAT., MARCH 11 • 11 AM-NOON

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

Reading Buddies

AGES 3-12 MONDAYS • 4:30-5:30 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.

STREAM Lab: Storytime and STREAM AGES 5-8 THURS., MARCH 9 • 4-5 PM

Join us for a rainbow themed storytime and STREAM experiment.

Saturday Family Storytime

BABIES UP TO AGE 8 WITH ADULT SAT., MARCH 11 & 25 • 11 AM-NOON

This storytime is perfect for the whole family to start your weekend with stories, songs, and play. Best for children under 8.

Homespun: Celtic Harp and Stories with Tisa McGraw ALL AGES TUES., MARCH 14 • 1:30 PM

See Everyone.

Pi Day Celebration

BABIES UP TO AGE 12 WITH ADULT TUES., MARCH 14 • 3:15-5 PM

Celebrate this amazing number by joining us for crafts, a build-your-own pie bar, and a pie in the face for one lucky librarian!

St. Patrick’s Day Party!

AGES 2-6 FRI., MARCH 17 • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Throw on your green and get ready to look for some gold! We’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with stories, dancing, crafts, and sensory play!

Baby Play & Make: Baby Footprint Art BABIES UP TO AGE 2 WITH ADULT SAT., MARCH 18 • 10 AM-NOON

Enjoy a fun playtime and also make baby footprint art!

Homespun: Women’s History AGES 5-12 TUES., MARCH 21 • 1:30-2:30 PM

This program for homeschooling families will learn about some amazing women in U.S. History with books, crafts, and games.

Toddler Science Party AGES 2-4 SAT., MARCH 25 • 1-3 PM

Drop in any time during this sciencethemed open play! We will have stations set up with activities that support your young one’s development and natural curiosity.

Sunday Funday: Magna-Tile Mania

AGES 2 & 3 MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS 10-10:30 AM

Music and Movement Storytime

AGES 2 -5 MONDAYS • 11:30 AM-NOON

Pajama Storytime

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

An evening storytime featuring stories, songs and rhymes.

Baby Storytime

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

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

Preschool Storytime AGES 3-5 TUESDAYS • 11 AM-NOON THURSDAYS • 10 AM-11 AM

Lapsit Storytime

BABIES UP TO 12 MONTHS WEDNESDAYS • 11:30 AM-NOON

This storytime is designed for prewalking children and their parents or caregivers.

Blast Off to Kindergarten AGES 4-5 THURSDAYS • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

In this storytime, we will work on skills to prepare your little to be successful in kindergarten.

AGES 3-12 SUN., MARCH 26 • 1-3 PM

A new event where families can drop-in to play, build and create with 100s of magna-tiles!

STREAM Center: Yarn Art* MON., MARCH 27 • 5-6 PM

Visit the STREAM Center to create a work of art with yarn and canvas.

Read. Make. Play.

AGES 3-8 TUES., MARCH 28 THURS., MARCH 30

Experience fun sensory play and art inspired by books.

This month’s inspiration is “First the Egg” by Laura Vaccaro Seeger.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Dungeons and Dragons

TUES., MARCH 7 & 21 • 6-8:30 PM

Experience the thrill of the popular tabletop, role-playing fantasy game. All skill levels welcome.

Flow & Unwind Yoga WED., MARCH 8 • 6-7 PM

Make it with Jackie!* SUN., MARCH 12 • 2-4 PM

Learn how to make personalized greeting cards.

NKY Amateur Radio Club

Fleetwood Dreams Performs Live at the Library FRI., MARCH 10 • 7-8:30 PM

Everyone Chess Club

WEDNESDAYS • 4:30-6 PM

Each meeting consists of chess play and enlightening lessons from a certified chess instructor.

Cooking with Dagmar!* WED., MARCH 8 • 2-3 PM

Join Ms. Dagmar while she gives a demonstration (and tastings!) of dishes from all around the world.

Family Movie Matinee SAT., MARCH 11 • 2-4 PM

Join us for the screening of a new, feature length blockbuster. Popcorn and drinks will be available as long as supplies last. Feel free to bring your own snacks or drinks.

Basic Sign Language*

Fleetwood Dreams will be here to perform a free concert at the library. Join us for an enchanting night of live music and watch as the band conjures up the sound and spirit of the legendary Fleetwood Mac.

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

Library Paint Night!*

THURS., MARCH 16 & 23 • 6-7:30 PM

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

Movie Night

TUES., MARCH 21 • 6-8 PM

You’re invited! Join us for the screening of a new, feature length blockbuster.

Photography Workshop* TUES., MARCH 21 • 7-8 PM

National Tolkien Reading Day SAT., MARCH 25 • NOON-4 PM

Celebrate the life and works of J.R.R. Tolkien during our magical event with live music and food! Read from your favorite passages, purchase an enchanting gift from one of our vendors, and enjoy a screening of the original “Hobbit” cartoon.

Adults

SAT., MARCH 18 • 1-2:30 PM

Tai Chi

Learn about the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community, review practice videos, get information on fingerspelling and more.

Zumba Gold: Dancing to the Oldies!

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MON., MARCH 13 • 7-8:30 PM

FRI., MARCH 3, 17 & 3 • 10:30 AM-11:30 AM

MONDAYS • 10-11 AM

Join us as we get an in-depth look at how to use our cameras in creative, fun ways!

Make sure you bring your camera or use the one on your phone, so you can follow along with us.

Memory Café

WED., MARCH 22 • 1-2 PM

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!

B O O K C L U B : Adult Book Discussion TUES., MARCH 28 • 7-8:30 PM

Discuss “The Invention of Miracles” by Katie Booth and “Northanger Abbey” by Jane Austen.

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Storytimes

Music and Motion with the Singing Librarian

Teens Tiny Prom

SAT., MARCH 4 • 6-9 PM

It’s kind of like a school dance, but at the library! With pizza! Bring a date, come with friends, or just show up.

AGES 3-5 MONDAYS • 10:30-11 AM

Sensory Open Play

BABIES UP TO AGE 8 WITH ADULT FRI., MARCH 3 & 31 • 10 AM - 2 PM

THURS., MARCH 9 • 6-8 PM

Jump in the bounce house, climb through the tunnel and soar from the trampoline onto the crash pad! Join us for an exciting and lively event geared towards young learners!

Have strong opinions about random things?

Come argue about what’s the best when we make stuff face off against each other in our Library Madness Bracket!

Down the Rabbit Hole: A Reading Experience with Rabbits*

Library Madness!

Library Teen Cafe

TUES., MARCH 14 • 6-8 PM

Crafts! Games! Snacks! Come hang out with your friends in a non-school space!

Anime Club

FRI., MARCH 17 • 6-8 PM

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

Artist Trading Cards MON., MARCH 20 • 6-8 PM

Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) are small pieces of art that are traded around the world.

We’ll be making and trading.

Kids

¡Cuéntame un cuento! / Spanish Storytime

BABIES UP TO AGE 8 WITH ADULT THURS., MARCH 2 • 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.

BABIES UP TO AGE 12 WITH ADULT SUN., MARCH 5 • 2-4 PM TUES., MARCH 28 • 6-8 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.

Karma Kids*

SATURDAY, MARCH 18 • 11-NOON

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

Enjoy an active session of music and movement with the Singing Librarian!

Scamper Squad

AGES 3-5 MONDAYS • 7-7:30 PM TUESDAYS • 10:30-11 AM

Learn about a new animal each week through stories, play, and songs.

Baby Music & Rhyme Wiggletime BABIES UP TO 18 MONTHS WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:30 AM

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

Tiny Toddlers

AGES 18 TO 36 MONTHS WEDNESDAYS • 11 AM-NOON

Bring your child to the library for language enrichment with stories, songs, and rhymes.

Playart Ages 3-5

THURSDAYS • 10:30-11 AM

Listen to a story, make a craft and enjoy a parent/ child focused activity inspired by the book.

FEATURE SPACE

March 25 celebrate the work and world of JRR Tolkien with vendors, food, and music.

Visit the Shire all month in our Feature Space.

Career & Job Services *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4002 Northern Kentucky Accountability Group*

ERLANGER BRANCH WEDNESDAYS • 9:15-11:30 AM

NKYAG is a job search support group for professionals in transition, or people interested in changing careers or reentering the workforce. We offer a weekly motivational speaker followed by a networking session. Hear about job leads and connections to community partners and employers.

Get Started: Begin Your Career Transition with Us* ERLANGER BRANCH MON., MARCH 6 • 6:30-8:30 PM TUES., MARCH 21 • 10 AM-NOON

Join us for an orientation on the process of getting started on looking for your new job.

Twitter and Instagram for Beginners* ZOOM TUES., MARCH 7 • 6-7:30 PM

Learn how to create accounts and get started using these social media platforms.

Build Your LinkedIn Profile*

ERLANGER BRANCH WED., MARCH 8,15, 22, & 29 • 1-2:30 PM

Build your LinkedIn Profile from beginning to end and learn how to use the powerful site. Click here for a full description of what you will learn in each session!

Transferable Skills Workshop* ERLANGER BRANCH THURS., MARCH 9 • 10-11:30 AM

Identify your transferable skills and how to use them to change jobs or careers.

LinkedIn Photo Session*

ERLANGER BRANCH THURS., MARCH 9 • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

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

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Managing ATS Workshop* ZOOM FRI., MARCH 10 • 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 resumés and cover letters for job applications.

Boost Your Business with Google* COVINGTON BRANCH FRI., MARCH 10 • 1-4 PM

Certified Google Marketing Specialist Connie Kreutzjans will be available for business owners seeking FREE assistance on how to get started with a Google relationship or have questions about Google products such as Google ads, Business listing, Merchant/Shopping and more.

Toastmasters

ERLANGER BRANCH MON., MARCH 13 & 27 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills.

Elevator Pitch Power Hour* COVINGTON BRANCH TUES., MARCH 14 • 2-3 PM

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.

Fundamentals of Networking* ERLANGER BRANCH TUES., MARCH 14 • 6-8:30 PM

Networking is the number one way for professionals to find new jobs and help grow their careers. Learn networking fundamentals and organization.

Mastering the Art of Informational Meetings* ERLANGER BRANCH THURS., MARCH 16 • 10-11 AM

If you are unsure of your next career move, discover how to set up professional meetings or interviews to explore future career options with people already working in those fields.

My Other Half Lost Their Job! What Do I Do?* ERLANGER BRANCH MON., MARCH 20 • 6:30-8:30 PM

When your partner or spouse loses their job, it is often a gut-wrenching, emotional time. Learn how today’s complex job search process works and how you can support your loved one in career transition.

Lean Six Sigma White Belt through Breakthrough Performance* ERLANGER BRANCH THURS., MARCH 23 • 9-1 PM

Introduction to Lean and Six Sigma concepts and methodologies.

Young Adult & Teen Job Fair COVINGTON BRANCH THURS., MARCH 23 • 4:30-6 PM

Meet representatives of major local employers hiring for retail, food industry, recreation, health care, childcare, and many other positions who have keys to a brighter future for you. Bring copies of your resumé and be prepared for a potential interview.

Target Your Resumé Workshop*

ERLANGER BRANCH SAT., MARCH 25 • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Participants will get a reality check on the purpose of a resumé today, review types of resumés, discuss how to collect and organize document data and more.

Protect Yourself From Online Scams* ZOOM MON., MARCH 27 • 6-7 PM

Learn about three real-life online scams and familiarize yourself with some of the techniques scammers commonly use to access sensitive information.

Interviewing Skills Workshop* ERLANGER BRANCH MON., MARCH 27 V 6:30-8:30 PM

Learn how to put your best foot forward in all types of interviews.

Look What’s Coming Up! COVINGTON Elvis Concert

FRIDAY, APRIL 7 • 7-8:30 PM

Improve Your Resumé with Practical Strategies* COVINGTON BRANCH TUES., MARCH 28 • 2-3 PM

ERLANGER Meet the Easter Bunny Party

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

SATURDAY, APRIL 1 • 11 AM-1 PM

Use Data Axle to Build a Target Company List for Your Job Search*

INDEPENDENCE Spring Arts and Crafts Festival

ERLANGER BRANCH THURS., MARCH 30 • 2-3 PM

Learn how to use the Library’s #1 business database to build a list of prospects for your job search. Leave the class with a preliminary list of company prospects!

Introduction to Online Learning* ZOOM FRI., MARCH 31 • 1-2 PM

Discover all the great classes you can take for free Zoom at KCPL.

SATURDAY, APRIL 1 • 10 AM -4 PM

Featured Genre: Epistolary Epistolary is a novel written as a series of letters.

The Illuminae Files by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff Lady Susan by Jane Austen

In Praise of Disobedience: Clare of Assisi by Dacia Maraini Authentically, Izzy by Pepper Basham

House of Leaves by Mark Z Danielewski

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Covington Branch

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502 Scott Blvd.

Covington, KY 41011

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1992 Walton-Nicholson Rd., Independence, KY 41051

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

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Baseball has enjoyed a long history in the tri-state! This is the Covington Knights of Columbus baseball team pictured around 1921. L-R - Bottom: John Noppenberger, Red Hart, Ted Tackett, Chester Geaslen, John Yost; Second Row L-R: Pat Cushing, Jake Schuler, Arnold Surran, Doc Moser, Norb Brockman, Irving Hart; Top Row L-R: John F. Byrne, Charles Purdy. To view additional photographs of Northern Kentucky from this collection and others, visit our historical photograph database at facesandplaces.kentonlibrary.org.