Kenton County Public Library
calendar MARCH 2017
FREE programs and events
Hours:
Covington Library
M-Th 9 am - 9 pm Fri. 9 am - 6 pm Sat. 10 am - 5 pm Sun. 1 pm - 5 pm
502 Scott Boulevard, Covington, KY 41011 • (859) 962-4000 *Registration required. Go online or call 962-4071 for adult and teen programs, 962-4077 for children’s.
Improve Your Computer Skills!
Donald R. Curtis will discuss his book about Coach Rupp on Wednesday, March 22. Don’t miss this interestng conversation about one of Kentucky’s most esteemed sports figures!
*Registration is required for these classes. Please phone the number listed or visit www.kentonlibrary.org/events. Register (859) 962-4071 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events
First Time Computer Users*
Thursday, March 2, 10 am-Noon
E-mail Creation and Access*
Monday, March 6, 9-11 am This time will be available for patrons to set up new e-mail accounts, to test access to already created accounts, and to work out other problems accessing accounts. This is in preparation for the E-mail Use class on Thursday, March 9 but others are welcome. If you cannot attend at this time you can also call Susan (859) 962-4071 and make an appointment for some other time prior to the Thursday class.
Exploring the Internet*
Part 1: Tuesday, March 7, 10 am-Noon You will learn the basic operations of web browsers and search engines while you learn some handy search skills, how to identify a reputable website, and much more. Part 2: Wednesday, March 8, 10 am-Noon
E-mail Use*
Thursday, March 9, 10 am-Noon You will learn about formatting, sending, and opening e-mails, adding attachments, setting up folders, and more tips and tricks for e-mail. You should have a working e-mail account that you can access from the library computers (actually type in your e-mail address and password).
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Microsoft Word*
Part 1: Tuesday, March 14, 10 am-Noon Part 2: Wednesday, March 15, 10 am-Noon
Job Searching and the Internet* Thursday, March 16, 10 am-Noon
Microsoft PowerPoint*
Part 1: Tuesday, March 21, 10 am-Noon Part 2: Wednesday, March 22, 10 am-Noon
Investment Research Using Morningstar and Valueline*
Friday, March 24, Noon-1 pm Research stocks and mutual funds using the Morningstar & Valueline library databases.
Microsoft Excel*
Basic: Tuesday, March 28, 10 am-Noon Intermediate: Wednesday, March 29, 10 am-Noon
Everyone
Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners Thursdays, March 2, 16 & 30 6-8 pm Come learn how to play a simplified game with other people who are learning for the first time in a relaxed atmosphere, with an experienced dungeon master. Experienced players welcome, too, but please respect new players who are learning.
Introduction to Microsoft Publisher* Thursday, March 30, 10 am-Noon
ROKCincy presents “The Magic Flute”
Saturday, March 4, 2-3 pm ROKCincy in partnership with Cincinnati Opera is thrilled to announce the performance of Mozart’s beloved fairy tale opera,”The Magic Flute.” This will be a colorful, high energy adaptation with a Q&A after the show.
Magic: The Gathering Thursdays, March 9 & 23, 6-8 pm Join the Gathering! New and veteran players welcome for some friendly games of Magic.
Neuterville Express Comes to Covington
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Program for Cats Tuesday, March 21, 6:30-7 am Drop off your cat on Tuesday, March 21, between 6:30-7 am and pick them up on Wednesday, March 22, at 10 am. Please bring your cat in a secure carrier, cash or check for payment (O.A.R. will confirm the cost at the time of reservation), and proof of a rabies vaccine if your cat is up-to-date.
Coach Adolph Rupp: His Legacy and Wit Wednesday, March 22, 7-8:30 pm Join Kentucky author Donald Curtis as he discusses his newest book, “Coach Adolph F. Rupp: His Legacy and Wit.” Mr. Curtis will share many stories and anecdotes from the legendary U.K. coach.
Adults AARP Tax Aide Seniors Wednesdays through April 12, 9:30 am-12:30 pm AARP Tax Aide Service. Taxes prepared by AARP Volunteers. First come, first served.
Stranger Than Fiction True Crime Book Discussion Group Wednesday, March 1, 6:30-7:30 pm If you enjoy a mystery and find it even more compelling when it is a true to life story, then join us for to discuss, “Cruelly Murdered” by Keven McQueen. Copies of the book at the reference desk.
Western Films Roundup Thursdays, 1-3 pm A different Western every other week! March 2: “High Plains Drifter” March 16: “Sweetwater” March 30: “Open Range”
Getting to Know the Local History & Genealogy Department Thursday, March 2, 10-11 am & Friday, March 31, 10-11 am Join us for a tour of the department! We will highlight some of the gems of the collection, selecting our favorite books from the shelves and pulling open the microfilm drawers to show you what is available for your research.
Genealogy Tech* • Locating Online Publications: Monday, March 6, 6 pm Wednesday, March 8, 10-11 am Learn about the many ways to search for and read online genealogy and history publications. • Online Resources for Irish Genealogy Tuesday, March 14, 10-11 am Friday, March 17, 10-11 am Learn about the many online resources for discovering your Irish ancestors.
“Telling Stories” Book Discussion Group Tuesday, March 7, 6:30-7:30 pm Join us as we discuss “Murder in Thrall” by Anne Cleeland. Copies of the book are available at the Covington Reference Desk. All are welcome!
Falconry Experience Saturday, March 11, 1 pm Learn about birds of prey from the experts at the Ohio School of Falconry, then see falcons and hawks in flight at the Library.
One-on-One Genealogy Research Assistance Sundays, March 12 & 26, 1-3 pm Just getting started on a family history project or looking for help with a genealogy “brick wall’? Call the Local History & Genealogy Department at (859) 962-4070 and reserve a one-hour session to discuss resources and search strategies.
Learn about birds of prey from the experts at the Ohio School of Falconry. Saturday, March 11
Coupon Clippers Sunday, March 19, 2-4 pm We will be clipping coupons, exchanging coupons, and sharing tips and tricks for both regular and e-couponing. Bring your flyers if you have them.
Irish Heritage Month Concert with the Cincinnati Harpers Robin Saturday, March 25, 1-2 pm Celebrate Irish Heritage Month with the Cincinnati Harpers Robin as they perform traditional music from the Celtic lands of Europe.
Congenealogy Monday, March 27, 6:30-8 pm Join us for a program of genealogical instruction.
Put a Ring On It: Online Marriage Records Databases*
Thursday, March 30, 7-8 pm Discover where and when your ancestors got hitched as we explore online marriage record databases for Northern Kentucky.
St. Elizabeth Mobile Mammography Unit Friday, March 31, 12:30-3:30 pm St. Elizabeth’s Mobile Mammography Unit will be at the Covington Branch Library offering free mammograms to eligible patrons.
Teens GRADES 6-12 UNLESS OTHER WISE INDICATED
Teen Tech Week Monday, March 6 - Friday, March 10 Drop in the TeenSpace this week for your free earbuds and enter the raffle to win flash drives and gift cards.
AniManga Club Tuesday, March 14, 6-8 pm Watch Anime classics or discover new favs. Enjoy Japanese snacks and manga drawing too!
Book Blathers*
Wednesday, March 15, 11:30 am-12:30 pm This month’s book is “An Ember in the Ashes” by Sabaa Tahir. Pick up your copy of the book at the Reference Desk.
Children Crafty Kids
School Age Wednesday, March 1, 4-5 pm Join us every week for a different craft to make and keep! March 1- Collage Notebooks March 8- Paracord Bracelets March 15- Marble Magnets March 22- Catapults March 29- Birdhouses Limited to the first 25 children in attendance.
Write Now! Tuesday, March 7, 6-7 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. Bring your favorite pen and join us for some fun with words.
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Weekly Preschool Storytimes Tinker Tots
Preschool: Caregiver required Mondays, 11 am-Noon Join us for a storytime that will focus on a different STEM concept each week. Our fun, hands-on format will be a great way to introduce your little ones to the world of science, technology, engineering, and math!
Preschool Storytime
Ages 3-5: Caregiver required Tuesdays, 10-10:45 am Join us for stories, songs and activities designed to develop key early literacy skills while having fun at the Library!
Toddler Time
Age 2: Caregiver required Tuesdays, 11-11:45 am Toddlers, bring your favorite adult to share books, songs and activities just for 2-year-olds.
Family Storytime
Ages 0-5: Caregiver required Wednesdays, 7-7:45 pm Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun followed by playtime.
Babes in Storyland
Ages 0-1: Caregiver required Thursdays, 10-10:45 am Share stories, songs, sign language, fingerplays and playtime!
Playart
Ages 2-6: Caregiver required Fridays, 1:30 pm Enjoy stories, songs, and a hands-on art project. Dress to be comfy and get messy!
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Covington Library, continued Minute Challenge
Preschool & School Age Fridays, 9 am-6 pm Stop by the Covington Children’s Department on Fridays in March to participate in a different Minute Challenge each week. You will have one minute to complete a task, and if you’re successful, you win a prize!
Make a craft with your child! Tuesday, March 7.
Puppy Tales
School Age Sunday, March 5, 2-3 pm Help gain reading confidence by reading aloud to a real therapy dog! These gentle dogs will sit patiently and listen while your child works on their literacy skills. Every child in attendance will be entered to win a book and a plush dog of their very own!
Mom and Me Crafts
School Age Tuesday, March 7, 7-8 pm Crafts aren’t just for kids! Come make a masterpiece together! (Dads and grandparents welcome)
Play and Learn Group
Ages birth-5 Wednesdays, March 8 & 22, 9:30-11 am If you are a stay at home parent or other caregiver providing care for children in your home — then the Play & Learn experience is for you! The 4C Play & Learn group gives children who are not enrolled in preschool a chance to interact with other children while learning and exploring through play. Contact Patty at ptaylor@4cforchildren.org or (859) 547-5092 to register.
Library Playgroup
Ages 0-4 and their families Saturday, March 11, 10 am-Noon Meet up with area parents while the children play! We’ll meet in the Children’s Activity Room and weather permitting, the children’s outdoor play area. The library provides sensory friendly toys and books, coffee for parents and a small snack for the children. Siblings welcome.
Gobs of Goo!
School Age Tuesdays, March 14 & 21, 7-8 pm Are you ready to see the world from the gooey side? We will be making fantastically gooey mixtures while learning about the scientific process. Come touch, smell, and even taste these wonderful, crazy concoctions. Limited to the first 25 children in attendance.
Homespun: When Irish Eyes Are Smiling
School Age Homeschoolers Wednesday, March 15, 10:30-11:30 pm During this month when we celebrate all things Irish, join us as we learn about the history, culture and traditions of this country so well known for its castles, leprechauns, and famous Irish jig.
St Patrick’s Day Party
Preschool & School Age Friday, March 17, 4-5 pm Stop by and make a St. Patrick’s Day craft and enjoy some Irish themed snacks. Don’t forget to wear green!
Family Fort Day!
Preschool & School Age Saturday, March 18, 2-4 pm First, join us for stories about camping. Then, go out into the library and build a family reading fort. “Camp out” in a blanket tent and read your favorite books together by flashlight!
Cook-A-Book*
Preschool & School Age Saturday, March 25, 2-3 pm Join us for this monthly series where we’ll read a book and then make a yummy treat! This month, our theme is “Mud Puddle.” We’ll read the book by Robert Munsch and put together some dirt pudding cups! Limited to 20 children.
Tech Tuesday
School Age Tuesday, March 28, 4-5 pm Join us for a look at some great tech toys. We’ll play with snap circuits, iPad controlled robots, a makey-makey, and even BB-8 from Star Wars!
Small Talk: A Book Club for Homeschoolers*
School Age Wednesday, March 29, 10:30-11:30 am This month’s selection is “Nory Ryan’s Song” by Patricia Reilly Giff. It’s the story of a twelve-year-old girl who lives through the first year of the Irish potato famine of 1845. Discussion, activities and refreshments included.
This symbol indicates that the program is a STEM/STEAM/ STREAM program.
Hours: M-F Sat. Sun.
9 am - 9 pm 10 am - 5 pm 1 pm - 5 pm
William E. Durr Branch 1992 Walton-Nicholson Rd., Independence, KY 41051•(859) 962-4000 *Registration required. Go online or call 962-4031 for adult and teen programs, 962-4032 for children’s.
Everyone Museums To Go Presents “Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement” Wednesday, March 1-Friday, March 31 On display courtesy of the Kentucky Historical Society’s Museums To Go is the “Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement” exhibit. This 20-piece display details Martin Luther King, Jr. during the period of 1955 to 1968.
Sensory Open Play Saturday, March 11, 10 am-1 pm Expand the mind, gross and fine motor skills and engage the senses in this learn through play program geared for young learners and those with autism or other sensory challenges.
The Forgotten Story of Vinnie Rea, Incomparable Teenage Sculptor of Abraham Lincoln Saturday, March 11, 2:45 pm Living history presenter Millie Henley tells you the story of Vinnie Rea, a prodigious art talent embroiled in the politics of 19th Century America!
Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange Monday, March 13, 2-4 pm Tuesday, March 28, Noon-2 pm Reps from the Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange will help you sign up for health care through Kentucky’s health care exchange.
Celtic Music featuring Ceol Mhor Thursday, March 23, 7-8 pm Ceol Mhor will sing and play traditional Celtic and Irish tunes.
Adults Tai Chi & Chai Tea* Fridays, March 3 &17, 10:30-11:30 am Join Master Greg Fahey of NKY Shaolindo for a morning Tai Chi session. Enjoy Chai tea after class.
Ceol Mhor will sing and play traditional Celtic and Irish tunes on Thursday, March 23,
Improve Your Computer Skills! *Registration is required for these classes. Please phone the number listed or visit www.kentonlibrary.org/events. Register (859) 962-4031 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events
One-on-One Tech Help Sunday, January 1Sunday, December 31 Need help with your tech? Visit the branch to receive help with anything from iPads to laptops.
eBay
Shopping: Tuesday, March 7, 6:30-8 pm You will learn how to bid on items and how to pay for your item, using PayPal. Selling: Tuesday, March 14, 6:30-8 pm
Microsoft PowerPoint*
Part 1: Thursday, March 9, 6:30-8:30 pm Part 2: Thursday, March 16, 6:30-8:30 pm In this class you will learn how to create a good slideshow from start to finish and several different ways to spice up your presentation.
Vacation Planning Online*
Tuesday, March 21, 6:30-8:30 pm Join us to learn tips and tricks on how to book your vacation online! We will discuss ways to save money, the best time to book and more.
Photography Workshop*
Friday, March 24, 6:30-8:30 pm Bring your DSLR camera, batteries, memory card and MANUAL. We will go over the most important features on your camera and get you on your way to taking great photos. Please bring your camera’s manual and extra or charged batteries. A tripod is suggested.
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Durr Branch, continued Crafts
• Open Crafts: Saturdays, March 4 & 18, 10 am-4 pm • Stitchers Night Out: Thursdays, March 9 & 30, 5-8 pm • Make It With Jackie — Greeting Cards: Sunday, March 12, 2-4 pm • DIY Mini Magnetic Terrariums! Thursday, March 30, 6-7 pm Join us as we create these adorable magnetic terrariums! This event is first come first serve, there will be enough for 15 crafters to partake!
Movie vs. Book*
Sunday, March 5, 1:30-4:30 pm Join us this afternoon for “Death Comes to Pemberley” and come back next week for the book discussion. Dessert and beverages will be provided.
Mah Jongg Madness*
Mondays, March 6, 13, 20 & 27, 1-4 pm Come in and play this game that’s popular all over the world. All skill levels are welcome! Games are played with the National Mah Jongg League cards and rules.
Writer’s Group: Independence Inklings
Mondays, March 6 & 20, 6:30-8:30 pm Give yourself the advantage of support, tips and feedback. Open to writers of all genres and skill levels.
Civil Rights Film Series
Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm A film series celebrating the battle for inclusion, respect, and diversity that was the Civil Rights Movement. March 7: “Selma, Lord, Selma” (Rated R; Running time: 1h, 34m) March 14: “All The Way” (Rated TV-14; Running time: 2h,12m) March 28: “Selma” (Rated PG-13; Running time: 2h, 8m)
Adult Book Discussion
• Tuesday, March 7, 7-8:30 pm Pick up your copy of “Death Comes to Pemberley” by PD James at the Reference Desk. • Books at Night — Saturday, March 11, 5:30-6:30 pm “Twenties Girl” by Sophie Kinsella. • Tuesday, March 21, 7-8:30 pm “Dead Wake” by Erik Larsen
Zumba Gold*
Japanimation Club
Wednesdays, March 8,15, 22 & 29, 7-8 pm Wear comfortable clothes, tennis shoes and bring a bottle of water.
Monday, March 27, 6-8:30 pm We’ll watch and discuss Japanese animation both current and past. Snacks and pop will be provided.
Mobile Mammography at the Library
Teens
Friday, March 24, 9:30 am-12:30 pm The St. Elizabeth Mobile Mammography Unit will be provide free mammograms for eligible patrons.
GRADES 6-12
Homeschool Hangout: Microwave Mug Recipes! Wednesday, March 1, 10:30-11:30 am This month, we’ll be experimenting with baking, the tastiest chemistry! Come find out which combination of ingredients makes the best microwave mug snack. If you have any food allergies, please email jessy.griffith@kentonlibrary.org We’ll work together to have food you can eat!
Art Club: Video Editing
Monday, March 6, 6-8 pm Come learn tips and tricks for making your videos great!
Anime Club
Friday, March 10, 6-8 pm Love anime? Come meet up with other anime fans for shows, pizza, and fun! If you have any recommendations for titles to watch, email jessy.griffith@ kentonlibrary.org
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Films including “Selma, Lord, Selma” will be featured in this month’s film series that celebrates the Civil Rights Movement.
Art Club: Perler Beads Thursday, March 16, 4-6 pm Perler beads fuse together into all sorts of cool shapes you can turn into keychains, jewelry, or whatever!
Library Teen Cafe Tuesday, March 21, 6-8 pm Need a non-school space to hang out and talk with your friends? Come to the new monthly Library Teen Cafe for coffee, snacks, and conversations.
Monthly Minecraft Monday Monday, March 27, 6-8 pm Come play Minecraft at the Library! Attendance is limited to the first 12 teens.
Late Night Gaming Friday, March 31, 9-11 pm Come run around the Library after it closes! We’ll have video games, pizza and assorted games.
Children Homeschooler’s Club: Tropical Rainforests
School Age Wednesday, March 1, 10:30-11:30 am We’ll explore Tropical Rainforests, the animals that call it home and the products, such as chocolate, that come from it. We’ll have crafts and other hands-on activities as well. This program is limited to 50 kids and registration is required. Call the Children’s Desk at (859) 962-4032 to register.
Weekly Preschool Storytimes
Hubble Bubble Party*
Ages 5-12 Saturday, March 4, 2 pm Become a scientist and participate in many fascinating experiments and discoveries.
Scamper Squad
Puppy Tales*
Ages 3-5: Caregiver required Mondays, 10:30 am & 7 pm Sing, dance, and listen to stories as you learn about animals from Australia.
Grades K-5 Tuesday in March, 5:30-6:45 pm Children will have a 15-minute time slot to read one-on-one to a dog who loves to hear stories! You bring the kids, we’ll supply the dogs! Call 962-4032 for more information or stop by the Children’s Reference Desk to register.
Lego Time
School Age Thursday, March 9, 4:30-5:30 pm Enjoy an hour of free play.
Creative Corner*
Ages 7-12 Saturday, March 11, 1:30-2:30 pm Creative Corner is an art based program that helps kids express their creativity while learning the fundamentals of drawing, painting, and other art mediums.
Inspiration Station
School Age Sunday, March 12, 2-4 pm Inspiration Station is a makerspace for young children to use their imagination, critical thinking, and creativity skills to design their own projects.
Homeschoolers learn about tropical rainforests Wednesday, March 1, 10:30-11:30 am.
Preschool Storytime
Dads Do Hair!*
Ages 3-12 Saturday, March 25, 1-2 pm Dads bring your daughters and we’ll teach you how to fix your her hair. We’ll have tutorials on everything from brushing to pigtails, braids, buns and twists. Each child will receive their own goody bag of hair supplies so that dad can keep practicing at home. Children’s hair must be long enough to perform the mentioned hair styles. This program is limited to 40 children and registration is required.
This symbol indicates that the program is a STEM/STEAM/ STREAM program.
Ages 3-5: Caregiver required Tuesdays, 10:30-11 am Join us for music, stories, movement and laughs with Joel the Singing Librarian.
Toddler Time
Ages 2-3: Caregiver required Tuesdays, 7 pm Toddlers and their favorite adult are invited to a special storytime just for them.
Babes in StoryLand
Ages 0-2: Caregiver required Wednesdays, 7-7:30 pm Bring your baby to the Library for language enrichment with stories, songs, rhymes and playtime. PreWalkers: Thursdays, 9:30-10 am Walkers: Thursdays, 10:30-11 am Limited to first 15 babies in attendance.
Playart
Ages 2-6: Caregiver required Thursdays,1:30 & 7 pm Fridays, 10 & 11 am Join us for a story and a craft!
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Erlanger Branch Library
Hours: M-F Sat. Sun.
9 am - 9 pm 10 am - 6 pm 1 pm - 5 pm
401 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018 • (859) 962-4000
*Registration required. Go online or call 962-4002 for adult and teen programs, 962-4003 for children’s.
Improve Your Computer Skills! *Registration is required for these classes. Please phone the number listed or visit www.kentonlibrary.org/events. Register (859) 962-4002 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events
St. Patrick’s Decorations Made by You*
Thursday, March 2, 6:30-8:30 pm We will have the Silhouette Cameo out to help us make decorations. From wood signs that say “Lucky” to heat transfer pillows with shamrocks on them. Basic computer skills required.
Teen Tech Tuesdays Tuesdays, 4:30-6 pm Every Tuesday the Computer Lab is reserved for teens to do homework, play games or just have fun.
Teen Tech Week Tuesday-Friday, March 7-10, 6:30-8 pm Come join us to celebrate Teen Tech Week! We will be creating our own Operation game, creating our own stickers, playing Mario with a Makey Makey, and more.
Techy Tweens Thursdays, March 9 & 23, 4:30-6:30 pm For ages 9-12. We will have the computer lab reserved to work on all things Tech! From 3D modeling to Minecraft, come out and learn some new fun techy stuff.
Facebook for Beginners*
Tuesday, March 14, 6:30-7:30 pm Interested in learning about Facebook? This class will provide an overview of what Facebook is, how to set up a Facebook account, and how to use Facebook. Basic computer skills required.
Internet Safety*
Thursday, March 16, 6:30-8:30 pm From privacy concerns to identity theft and cyberstalking, there are plenty of things to be wary of on the web.
Google Like a Pro*
Tuesday, March 21, 6:30-7:30 pm You probably use Google to search for things every day, but did you know you can keep a calendar on Google, or write a document on Google? Come learn all the things Google can help you do.
Computer Basics*
Thursday, March 23, 7-9 pm Having issues working the computer? Learn the very basics for using a computer.
Tech Free-Play Tuesday, March 28, 6:30-7:30 pm Come join us to play with all the tech the library has to offer. Sperhos, Little Bits, Ozobots, and more!
Lego Club
Everyone
Family Movie Night:
March Mania Book Tournament @ the Library Wednesday, February 1Saturday, April 1 Thirty-two of best Adult/YA books of 2016 will go head to head in a battle to crown a book champion. Fill out a bracket to predict the winners. See details on page 9.
Open Build with Keva Planks! Thursday, March 2, 7-8 pm Keva Planks are wonderful for creating all sorts of things, and people of all ages can build and design!
Thursday, March 30, 6-8 pm Come be creative with Legos!
Family Tech Night @ The Library! Mondays, March 6 & 20, 7-8 pm Join us for a fun night of playing and learning with technology. We will have different stations set up showcasing our technology kits. There will also be a snack offered at the end of the program.
Disney Classic Matinee Sunday, March 11, 2-4 pm Join us to watch “Beauty and the Beast”!
Pokemon Family Fun Night @ The Library!
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“Trolls” Friday, March 3, 6:30-9 pm Come enjoy free popcorn while you watch a recently released family-friendly film. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Mondays, March 13 & 27, 7-8 pm Pokemon trainers are invited to bring their DS, 3DS and/or trading cards to battle with other trainers.
Family Fun Friday
Magic! The Gathering
Friday, March 17, 6-9 pm Join us as we learn about the history of St. Patrick’s Day and make Celtic knot wrist bands. All ages welcome. Meanwhile, we will be showing the animated movie “Beauty & the Beast” (1991) in preparation for the new movie released that weekend.
Saturdays, March 4 &18, Noon-5 pm Join others to play Magic The Gathering. Bring your own deck or one can be provided for beginners. We will host Tournaments every two months on the second Saturday of the month.
Adult Anime Club Saturday, March 4, 2-4 pm Bring your friends and join other adults to watch, talk about and share anime and manga!
Adults NKY Accountability Group Wednesdays, 9:15-11:15 am Unemployed professional? Join other job seekers looking for work to get support and fresh ideas.
Writer’s Group Thursdays, March 2 & 16, 6:30-8 pm Share your work and give feedback in this writing group for writers of all genres. New members welcome!
Knitting with Scarf It Up Thursdays, March 2 & 16, 7-8:30 pm Learn to knit or bring your own project. Please bring size 10.5 needles and thick and chunky yarn.
Job Seekers: Per Scholas Information Session Thursday, March 3, 7 pm Interested in switching careers or pursuing more lucrative opportunities? Per Scholas is a non-profit organization that offers free technology training that prepares you to fill a wide range of entry-level technology jobs.
SCORE: Free Advice for Businesses and Entrepreneurs Tuesday, March 7, 9 am-2 pm To get more information on this free service contact Greg Schnelle at greg. schnelle@scorevolunteer.org or visit www.greatercincinnati.score.org.
Do It Yourself!*
• Seed Bombs* Tuesday, March 7, 7-8 pm Seed bombs are great for planting in hard to reach or soil depleted areas. You can incorporate seed to attract butterflies, bees, or flowers to pretty up your garden. • DIY Finger Knit Necklace* Tuesday, March 14, 7-8 pm Come accessorize with us by using recycled t-shirt yarn to finger knit a necklace! Yarn is provided. • DIY Egg Carton Wreath* Tuesday, March 28, 7-8 pm Keep it green and make your spring wreaths with recycled egg cartons!
Ukulele Jam with Cool Hand Ukes Wednesday, March 8, 6-8 pm Come out and jam along with this open group of ukulele players, or just come and listen!
D&D Pathfinders Game Night*
Wednesdays, March 8 & 22, 6-9 pm Meet other local Dungeons & Dragons players for adventures and fun! Come to a Dungeons & Dragons game night to explore fantasti worlds, clash with dark monsters, spin lore and commit heroic feats while playing the greatest RPG of all time! Registration required; space is limited.
Staff Spotlight: Josh and Kayla Talk D&D Thursday, March 9, 7-9 pm Every month meet a member of the staff. They will discuss a hobby or interest that they possess.
March Mania Book Tournament March Madness is approaching, but why should basketball fans have all the fun?! 32 of best Adult/YA books of 2016 will go head to head in a battle to crown a book champion. Vote for the round victors to enter for the weekly raffle prize. • Round 1: Vote for Select Sixteen February 26- March 4 --> Round One Matchups • Round 2: Vote for Exclusive Eight March 5 - 11 --> Round Two Matchups • Round 3: Vote for the Fantastic Four March 12 - 18 --> Round Three Matchups • Round 4: Vote for the Terrific Two March 19 - 25 --> Round Four Matchups • Championship Round: Vote for the 2015 March Mania Book Tournament Champion March 26- April 1 --> Final Championship Match
Learn how to make party foods and dips! Thursday, March 16
Film Friday Matinee Showing
“Sully” Friday, March 10, 1-3 pm (repeated at 6 pm) The story of an American pilot who became a hero after landing his damaged plane on the Hudson River. Rated PG-13. Runtime: 96 minutes
Open Crafting Saturday, March 11, 10 am-4 pm Bring any crafting project you’re currently working on, and you might learn some new tricks! Learning sessions include: Knitting: 10:30 am-Noon Purling: 1:30-3 pm Crocheting: 2-3:30 pm
Erlanger Test Kitchen: March Madness* Thursday, March 16, 7-8 pm It’s game time! Come out to take a bite of game day favorites and learn how to make party foods and dips!
Downton Tea* Monday, March 27, 2-3 pm Join us for afternoon tea and treats as we explore the manners, culture and social classes before WWI. This program will include a “fun quiz” and asks the question -”Would YOU fit in at Downton Abbey?”
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Erlanger Branch, continued Classic Movie Matinee: “Rebel Without a Cause” Wednesday, March 29, 1-3 pm Enjoy a classic film and free snacks!
Blockbuster Theater!
“Dr. Strange” Friday, March 31, 6-9 pm Join us for a popular NEW RELEASE movie and free popcorn!
Teens GRADES 6-12 UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED
Homework Club
Cincinnati Book Arts Society:
Bookmaking Workshop* Wednesday, March 22, 6-7:30 pm Artists who comprise the Book Arts Society of Cincinnati will teach teens how to make their own blank books, and explain the process and history of book making. Make sure to check out their art in the front display cases!
Teens Talk Monday, March 27, 6-7 pm Talk and hang out with other teens in a friendly, judgement-free environment. Hot chocolate and coffee provided.
Mondays & Wednesdays, 4-4:30 pm Stay focused on homework and get help from your peers at Homework Club. Grades 6-12 only.
Teen Space Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:30-6 pm Hang out after school with fellow teens. Play video games, board games, color, and have snacks in a safe place.
Friday Night Fun: Late Night for Teens*
Friday, March 3, 9-Midnight Friday after-hours night for teens. Enjoy gaming, snacks, and movies on your Friday night. In order to be allowed to stay, you MUST have a permission slip signed by a parent/guardian. And someone MUST be able to pick you up when the program ends. No exceptions.
Anime and Pokemon Club Monday, March 13, 6-7:30 pm Join other teens as we watch new Japanese Anime, eat awesome Japanese snacks, and have your own Pokemon DS battles. Ides of March Party Wednesday, March 15, 4:30-6 pm Beware the Ides of March! Join other teens as we celebrate this infamous day by creating Caesar salads, and play assassin games.
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Artists teach teens how to make their own blank books on Wednesday, March 22!
Children GoNoodle Night
Preschool & School Age Wednesdays, 7-7:30 pm We’ll keep children ages 3-8 movin’ and groovin’ with everyone’s favorite activity website, GoNoodle.com. Shoes that will stay on the child’s feet (such as tennis shoes) are highly recommended. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Preschool Sing Along
Toddlers & Preschool Thursdays, March 2 & 16, 4-4:30 pm Enjoy singing classic children’s songs with lots of friends and plenty of movement for little wigglers!
Reading Buddies
Ages 3-12 Mondays, 4:30-6 pm Children can read with one of our adult or teen Reading Buddy volunteers. Enjoy pizza and choose a prize. Return 3 times and earn a new paperback book. Perfect for any child who wants to improve their reading and language skills.
Meet the Moon!
School Age Thursday, March 9, 7-8 pm Join us for moon stories, information, videos, crafts, and more! Weather permitting, take a close-up look at the moon through the telescope!
Spanish-English Storytime
Preschool & School Age Saturday, March 11, 3-4 pm Bilingual storytime is presented in English and Spanish allowing children to engage through stories, finger plays, music, activities and craft. This month, we enjoy a folktale about a little ant: La Hormiguita! “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.
Puppy Tales
School Age Sunday, March 19, 2-4 pm Join us for Puppy Tales and you can read to a dog at the Library! Studies have shown that reading to dogs improves children’s reading skills. Please call (859) 962-4003 to register.
Homeschool Club: Exploring Kentucky Social Studies
Grades 2-5 Tuesdays, March 14 & 28, 1:30-2:30 pm Homeschool students have fun in this informative and hands on educational class that is all about Kentucky from the time of the explorers to mid 1800’s. Each session builds on the previous sessions. Students should be able to read and write. Handouts will be provided.
Saint Paddy’s Day Party! School Age Thursday, March 16, 7-8 pm A bit o’ the Luck of the Irish be with you! Join us for St. Patrick’s Day stories, games, and crafts!
Spring Fling!
School Age Thursday, March 23, 7-8 pm Spring is finally here, so let’s celebrate! Share spring stories! Join a Spring Bingo game and compete for prizes!
Fooled You!
School Age Thursday, March 30, 7-8 pm It’s almost April Fool’s Day, so let’s prepare with some foolish stories, games, riddles, puzzles, and more! Prepare for the fooling to follow!
Weekly Preschool Storytimes Babes in Storyland
Ages 0-24 mo.; Caregiver required Mondays, 10 am & Tuesdays, 9:30 & 10:30 am Bring your baby to the Library for stories, songs, rhyme and play time! Limited to the first 15 babies in attendance. Siblings welcome.
Rise N Shine
Ages 2-5; Caregiver required Mondays, 11 am Listen to stories and rhymes. Limited to 40 children.
Bedtime Stories
Ages 2-5; Caregiver required Tuesdays, 7 pm Wear your pajamas to a program with stories, puppets, singing and dancing.
Toddler Time
Ages 2-3; Caregiver required Wednesdays, 10 &11 am Enjoy stories, puppets, singing and dancing.
Playart
Ages 2-6; Caregiver required Wednesdays, 1:30 pm Children will enjoy stories and songs and the opportunity to engage in process art to encourage their creativity. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Blast Off to Kindergarten
Ages 3-5 Thursdays, 10 & 11:30 am Develop skills for kindergarten success! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
The S.M.A.R.T. Program
This symbol indicates that the program is a STEM/STEAM/ STREAM program.
Ages 3-6 Fridays,10 &11:30 am Have fun with Science, Math, Art, Reading and Technology in this program designed to build young brains.
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In the Community
Everyone Trivia Night with a Librarian Wednesday, March 1, 7-9:30 pm Join us for a Trivia Night with your local Librarian! A prize will be awarded to the team with the most points. Please call for more information (859) 962-4002.
Adults Books On Tap: The Gunslinger Wednesday, March 1, 7-8:30 pm Discussion is held at Braxton Brewing Company, 27 W 7th St, Covington, KY A new social club for people that like a tasty brew with their book! This month’s selection is “The Gunslinger” by Stephen King.
Online Classes
Teens
Teen Fandom Fair
Periscope: 3G2: Glitter, Glue and Genealogy, Too!
Saturday, March 11, 6-8 pm Newport branch of the Campbell County Public Library Supernatural! Marvel! Sherlock! DC! Come share your fandoms. Costumes appreciated but not required. Doors open at 5:45 pm.
Thursday, March 9, 7-8 pm Get some ideas for creating your own women’s family history scrapbook!
Periscope: Riverfront Statues Tour
Children Baker Hunt Storytime with Art
Ages 3-6 Friday, March 3, 10-11am Baker Hunt & Cultural Center 620 Greenup St, Covington, KY 41011 Join the Covington Children’s team for a storytime program that will tie to a different art activity each week.
Friday, March 10, 3-4 pm Join us LIVE! on Periscope as we visit and discuss the Riverfront Statues on Riverside Drive in Covington.
Periscope: TIL Genealogy Thursday, March 16, 7-8 pm Monthly live-streaming genealogy program! “TIL” stands for “today I learned.” In March, we demonstrate how to scan photographs using the scanner in the Local History and Genealogy Department at Covington.
Periscope: ELI5: Family History Wednesday, March 22, 10-11 am “What is DPI? Why is it important?” Join us for an explanation of what DPI is and how it’s important to scanning your family photographs. View us online by tuning into @KentonLibrary on Periscope (available on your smartphone or tablet), or at periscope.tv/kentonlibrary