May 2022 Kenton County Public Library Events

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

Kenton County Schools Arts for Life ERLANGER & DURR BRANCH: TUES., MAY 3 - WED., MAY 4 9 AM-9 PM

Kenton County School District students display art works created during the school year.

All invited to an Open House reception on Wednesday evening at both branches from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm.

Build-a-Birdhouse*

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., MAY 5 • 6-7:30 PM

If you’ve ever wanted to build an old-fashioned birdhouse, here’s your chance. All materials provided.

The ROOK-ies Chess Group WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: WED., MAY 11 & 25 4:30-5:30 PM

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

Homeschool Science Fair

COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., MAY 11 • 6-8 PM

Public invited! Share the accomplishments of homeschool students as they present their science research and projects. View their displays, talk with the students about their work, and find out about a variety of science topics! Project evaluations will take place from 6-7 pm; everyone is invited to view from 7-8 pm.

Movie Night

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., MAY 12 & 26 • 6-8 PM

5/12: “The Italian Job” (1969, G) 5/26: “Inception” (2010, PG-13)

2 MAY 2022

Greater Cincinnati Remake Learning Days Join us for the second annual learning festival in the Greater Cincinnati region!

Remake Learning Days Greater Cincinnati is designed for families and celebrates the many learning opportunities found in our community. It highlights innovative learning experiences for youth and families to learn and discover together right here in the Greater Cincinnati region.

The 2022 festival features mostly in-person events and all activities are free or low cost.

Details and search for events at remakelearningdays.org/gc/

Cincinnati Kinderballet Presents: “Sleeping Beauty” ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., MAY 14 • 11 AM-1 PM

Please join us for the spring production of “Sleeping Beauty.” After the performance, the ballet will provide an interactive storytime you won’t want to miss!

Friends Used Book Sale DURR BRANCH: SUN., MAY 15 - SAT., MAY 21

Grab some nearly-new and gently used books at the Friends of Kenton County Public Library Used Book Sale.

Spring Puppet Show!

Kids to Parks Day

Celebrate spring with the puppets. Enjoy singing and dancing along with stories.

Plus, pet a puppet at the end of the show.

After crafting, grab a nature scavenger hunt card and take a guided hike. Bring a water bottle a snack will be provided.

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 17 • 6:30-7:15 PM WED., MAY 18 • 10-10:45 AM

Garden Gifts!*

OFF SITE (FLAGSHIP PARK): TUES., MAY 17 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Plant an herb plant in a pot to take home, then paint a rock to label your plant, name it, or just decorate!

OFF SITE (MIDDLETON-MILLS PARK): SAT., MAY 21 • 2-4 PM

Introduction to Online Learning*

ZOOM: FRI, MAY 27 • 10-11 AM

Discover all the great classes you can take for free online at the library. Explore careers, expand your computer skills, and try out new techniques from the comfort of your home.

Adult Events *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Faces and Places Photograph Donation Drive COVINGTON BRANCH: ALL MONTH

We are requesting photos to add to our historical photograph database Faces and Places. Call the Local History and Genealogy Department at 859.964.4070 or email kate.mckenzie@ ketonlibrary.org to coordinate a donation or to ask questions.

One-On-One Genealogy Research Assistance COVINGTON BRANCH: ALL MONTH

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

Chair Yoga*

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 2 • 11 AM COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., MAY 12 • 12-12:45 PM

Gentle, 40-minute yoga class that is accessible for people of all body types and skill levels.

GED Prep*

Covington Walking Club

Prepare for your GED. Call 859.442.1166 to register. No session on 5/11 and 5/30.

We’ll meet outside the library entrance then stop into the library after we walk for a light snack.

American Sign Language (ASL) Class*

Protect Yourself From Online Scams*

ERLANGER BRANCH: MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS 4-7 PM

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 2 & 9 • 6-7:30 PM

Join American Sign Language (ASL) instructor Sue Frisbee for a series of beginner classes.

Tuesday Tea Time

COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., MAY 3, 17 & 31 • 2-3 PM

Traditional teas from around the world featured with a different theme each month.

COVINGTON BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS • 8-9 AM

ONLINE: WED., MAY 4 • 6-7 PM

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

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., MAY 5 • 6:30-7:30 PM Interested in e-books and audiobooks? Learn about our personal library app, Hoopla, Libby, Overdrive, and Kindle. We can help you set it up and show you how they work.

Sew What! Kitchen Towel Boa*

ERLANGER BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS • 7-8:30 PM

Dungeons and Dragons

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

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

GED Testing*

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: TUES., MAY 3 & 17 • 6-8:30 PM

E-books & Mobile Apps*

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., MAY 5, 12 & 19 • 2-6 PM SAT., MAY 21 • 10 AM-1:30 PM

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

DIY Graduation Cap Decoration*

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., MAY 5 • 6:30-8 PM

Join us to learn how to turn a clay pot into a cute and fun graduation decoration. Supplies provided.

Writers’ Group

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 3 6:30-8:30 PM Share your work and give feedback in this group for writers of all genres! New members always welcome!

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

Start and End Your Day with Yoga!

Energizing Morning Yoga* COVINGTON BRANCH: MON., MAY 9 & 23 9:30-10:30 AM

Start your day feeling peaceful and connected.

Evening Yoga Flow*

ERLANGER BRANCH & ZOOM: THURS., MAY 16 • 7 PM

If you are able, please bring your own mat and water bottle.

Senior Social and Games ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., MAY 13 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Join us for coffee, pastries, card games, and conversation.

Victorian Manners: Downton Abbey Tea Party* ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., MAY 14 • 1-3 PM

Travel back in time and learn about Victorian manners and traditions that were in place during the time of Downton Abbey. Enjoy tea and pastries during the presentation!

Make it with Jackie!* WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: SUN., MAY 15 • 2-3 PM

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 24 • 10 AM-NOON

Erlanger Walking Club

Adventures in the Archives

Movie Matinee

We’ll meet outdoors at the entrance. Walks will be easymild difficulty and range between 1-3 miles. Stop in after the walk for a light snack and socializing.

FRI., MAY 6 • 2-2:15 PM

Watch “Ocean’s Eleven” (2001, PG-13) with George Clooney and Matt Damon.

Garden Club*

Cooking with Dagmar*

Join us to learn something new about gardening.

ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., MAY 6 & 20 • 9-10 AM

Tai Chi*

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: FRI., MAY 6 & 20 10:30-11:30 AM COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., MAY 11 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Master Fahey, a 6th degree black belt, will teach an easy course in the gentle and lowimpact martial art of Tai Chi.

Coffee and Conversations

COVINGTON BRANCH: FRIDAYS • 11 AM-12:30 PM

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.

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COVINGTON BRANCH: YOUTUBE: WED., MAY 11 • 1-3 PM

May is National Preservation Month. We will show how we preserve books and other documents.

Mighty Microgreens and Super Sprouts: Growing Food Without a Garden* COVINGTON BRANCH: SAT., MAY 7 • 10:30 AM-NOON MON., MAY 9 3:30-5 PM & 6:30-8 PM

Discuss what microgreens and sprouts are and learn ways in which they can be grown at home.

Musical Matinee: “Funny Girl”

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 10 • 1:30-4 PM

1968, not rated, 2h 35m

Life’s Thimble Pleasures: Needle Felting* COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., MAY 10 & 24 • 6-8 PM

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

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: WED., MAY 11 • 2-3 PM

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

Cool Hand Ukes

ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., MAY 11 • 6-8 PM

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

Craft Club*

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., MAY 12 & 26 6:30-8:30 PM

Craft Club is an adult program for ages 16+. Check website for details.

Learn how to make personalized greeting cards.

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 16 • 6-7 PM

Computer Q&A*

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 17 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Attend if you are having computer problems or questions concerning software.

Chair Exercise*

ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., MAY 18 • 11-11:30 AM COVINGTON BRANCH & ZOOM: THURS., MAY 26 • 11-11:30 AM

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

First Time Computer Use*

DIY: Watercolor Tote Bags*

If you are totally lost when it comes to computers and how to use them, this class is for you.

Library Paint Night!*

Join local artist Lisa Blaker to paint a beautiful watercolor picture onto a canvas tote bag for your library books or groceries!

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

Know Your Earned Veterans Association (VA) Benefits & NKY Resources*

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., MAY 19 • 6-7 PM

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: THURS., MAY 19 & 26 • 6-8 PM

Reflections in Nature*

OFF SITE (DEVOU PARK) & ZOOM: SAT., MAY 21 • 10-11 AM

Learn to meditate in a natural setting either online or in person.

The Art of the Side Hustle*

ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., MAY 21 • 11 AM-1 PM

Learn creative ways to make extra cash, even with a full-time job. Meet other people already doing it!

ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., MAY 21 • 1:30-3:30 PM

Hooks and Needles

COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., MAY 25 • 2-4 PM Knitters and crocheters! Bring your projects or start something new.

All levels welcome.

ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., MAY 21 • 2-4 PM

This presentation is for all current and former military veterans and their immediate family members and will cover many benefits earned through your service and sacrifice to include Veteran Affair (VA) common, and uncommon benefits. There will be a Q&A to answer specific questions, and an opportunity to learn about additional resources in NKY.

DIY Card Making*

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 24 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn how to make four personalized greeting cards!

Local History of NKY: Festivals!

YOUTUBE: FRI., MAY 20 2-2:30 PM Join us as we look back on festivals, carnivals and other summer celebrations through photos and stories from the library’s Faces & Places database.

In-Person DAR Research Assistance* COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., MAY 25 • 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.

Movie Matinee

COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., MAY 25 • 11 AM-1 PM

Join us for “Now You See Me” (2013, PG-13) with Jesse Eisenberg and Mark Ruffalo.

Introduction to Online Learning

ZOOM: FRI., MAY 27 • 10-11 AM

Discover all the great classes you can take for free online at KCPL. Explore careers, expand your computer skills, and try out new techniques from the comfort of your home.

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The Bookies Book Club: “The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires”* ERLANGER BRANCH: WED, MAY 4 6:30-7:30 PM

Join us this month to discuss “The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires” by Grady Hendrix.

Why Did They Do That? Book to Movie Club: “Crazy Rich Asians”* ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., MAY 6 • 5-5:45 PM

Join us this month to discuss Kevin Kwan’s debut novel, “Crazy Rich Asians.”

Wine About It: “When No One Is Watching” ZOOM: THURS., MAY 19 • 6-7 PM

Join a book club with a bit of murder, mystery, and intrigue! Read Alyssa Cole’s “When No One Is Watching.”

Case Files: “18 Tiny Deaths”* ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 23 6:30-7:30 PM

Read “18 Tiny Deaths” by Bruce Goldfarb.

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Get Started: Begin Your Career Transition with Us*

Build Your LinkedIn Profile*

Join volunteer Career Coach, Hildy Bonhaus, for an orientation on getting started on the next steps of your career.

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Part I: Privacy Settings & Setting Up Your Career Interests Part II: LinkedIn Profile Optimization & Choosing the Right Keywords for Your Profile Part III: Applying for a Job, Using Filters & Reaching Out to Hiring Managers Part IV: Connecting, Posting, and Using Groups

ERLANGER BRANCH:

WEDNESDAYS, MAY 4-25 ZOOM: 1-2:30 PM MON., MAY 2 • 6:30-8:30 PM ERLANGER: Four-part series starting May 4 to build your LinkedIn TUES., MAY 17 • 9:30-11:30 AM

Job Search Success for Beginners* PART 1 COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., MAY 3 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn successful job search methods and best practices for resumés and cover letters.

Part 2 COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., MAY 10 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn about types of interviews, how to prepare and conduct yourself in interviews. Gain mock interview experience.

Networking to Grow Your Personal Boardroom*

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 3 • 6-8 PM

Learn how to network strategically to develop your personal boardroom and move your job search and career forward in a positive manner.

Northern Kentucky Accountability Group

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

Job search support group for professionals in transition or anyone wanting to change careers. Features motivational speakers, networking opportunities, job search leads, and connections to community partners.

The Fine Art of Job Search Correspondence*

ZOOM: THURS., MAY 5 • 10-11:30 AM

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

Create a Marketing Plan*

ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., MAY 6 • 11 AM-12:30 PM

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

Open Job Searching WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: SATURDAYS • 10 AM-2 PM

Get help searching for jobs, creating a basic resumé, or completing job applications with help from a coach.

Services or by calling 859.962.4002

Exploring O*Net Online*

Managing ATS Workshop*

Join us to explore O*NET Online, the nation’s primary source of occupational information. We’ll explore how to use O*NET to research salary ranges, plan career changes, and improve your resumé.

Join Dr. Nina Talley, Director of Career Services at Wilmington College, to talk about managing the impact of Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) in your job search.

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 9 • 2-3 PM

Target Your Resumé Workshop*

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 10 • 1-2:30 PM

Update your resumé to compete in today’s lightningfast business environment. We will do a reality check on the purpose of a resumé, review types of resumés, discuss how to collect and organize document data, write to get it read, and more.

Elevator Pitch Power Hour*

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., MAY 12 • 10-11 AM

Learn how to present your job search goals and objectives quickly, clearly, and succinctly to new people you meet.

Microsoft Excel Basics* COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., MAY 12 • 10-11 AM

Learn to make a budget using Excel by working with formulas, charts, and workbooks.

Finding a Job 101*

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., MAY 12 • 2-3 PM

New to the job search? Need help looking for jobs? Is your resumé old (or non-existent)?

This class is for you.

ONLINE: FRI., MAY 13 • 10-11:30 AM

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Mastering the Art of Informational Meetings* ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 16 • 1:30-2:30 PM

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

Transferable Skills Workshop*

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., MAY 19 • 10-11:30 AM

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

Microsoft Word: Basics* COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., MAY 19 • 10-11 AM ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 24 • 6:30-7:30 PM

We will cover how to create, edit, save, and print a document.

Grow with Google: Digital Skills for Everyday Tasks*

Interviewing Skills Workshop*

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 23 • 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, skype, and lunch/dinner type interviews. We will discuss research methods, voice, and presence factors, and more.

Use Data Axle to Build a Target Company List for Your Job Search* ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., MAY 26 • 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!

Improve Your Resumé with Practical Strategies*

COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., MAY 24 • 11 AM-NOON ZOOM: In this workshop, you’ll learn FRI., MAY 20 • 10-11 AM four strategies to improve

Whether you want to build a budget, create a meeting agenda, or organize your priorities, these best practices will boost your productivity.

your resumé and make it more attractive to hiring managers.

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Teen Stuff

*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Kenton County Schools Arts for Life ERLANGER & DURR BRANCH: MON., MAY 2 - WED., MAY 4 9 AM-9 PM

Teen Art Workshop COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., MAY 10 • 4-5:30 PM

See For Everyone.

Create beautiful artwork while enjoying snacks and hanging with friends.

Chair Yoga*

Library Teen Cafe

Gentle yoga class that is accessible for people of all body types and skill levels.

Need a non-school space to hang out and talk with your friends? Come to our monthly Library Teen Cafe for coffee, snacks, and conversations.

ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., MAY 4 • 12:15-1 PM

Sew What! Kitchen Towel Boa*

ERLANGER BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS • 7-8:30 PM

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

E-books & Mobile Apps* COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., MAY 5 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Interested in e-books and audiobooks? Learn about our personal library app, Hoopla, Libby, Overdrive, and Kindle.

We can help you set it up and show you how they work.

Evening Yoga Flow

ERLANGER BRANCH & ZOOM: THURS., MAY 5 & 19 7:30-8:30 PM

If you are able, please bring your own mat and water bottle.

Energizing Morning Yoga*

COVINGTON BRANCH: MON., MAY 9 & 23 9:30-10:30 AM

This all-levels yoga practice will empower and transform you in body, mind, and spirit.

Teen Game & Hang

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 9 • 4-5 PM

Teens can hang out and play both tabletop and video games.

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: TUES., MAY 10 • 6-8 PM

Studio Ghibli Watch Party — ”Spirited Away” ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 10 • 6-8 PM

Each month we will be showing a different Studio Ghibli film.

This month we are watching “Spirited Away.”

Tai Chi*

COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., MAY 11 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Master Fahey, a 6th degree black belt, will teach an easy course in the gentle and lowimpact martial art of Tai Chi.

Homeschool STEM Club COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., MAY 11 • 1-2:30 PM

We will experiment and explore all sorts of STEM related fields. For this month we are going undercover with code cracking and cypher creation to send and receive secret messages.

Microsoft Excel: Basics* COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., MAY 12 • 10-11 AM

Learn how to work with formulas, charts, and workbooks and make a budget using Excel.

DIY Self-Care Kits*

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., MAY 12 • 4-5 PM

May is Mental Health Awareness month. Teens can make their own self-care kit to support emotional health.

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Soda Taste Test*

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 2 • 4-5 PM Have you ever tasted bacon flavored soda? Now is your chance! We will have a variety of different unique flavors of soda for you to try.

Anime Club

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: FRI., MAY 13 • 6-8 PM

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

Remake Learning: Teen Science in Play2Go After Hours* COVINGTON BRANCH: FRI., MAY 13 • 6-8 PM

An after-hours event just for teens to experience the Science in Play2Go exhibit and the Cincinnati Museum Center Physics program on wheels.

Dinner provided.

Comic Book Contest

COVINGTON BRANCH: SAT., MAY 14 - WED., MAY 18 10 AM-5 PM

Submit your entry! Separated into age groups, the best in show will be selected from each range. Details at kentonlibrary.org.

Remake Learning Days: Day of Learning!

COVINGTON BRANCH: SAT., MAY 14 • 10 AM-5 PM

Stop by for a day of interactive learning as we kick off Remake Learning Days Greater Cincinnati! The library and various community partners will provide events and experiences for children, youth, and families to learn and play together.

Details at remakelearningdays. org/gc/

Victorian Manners: Downton Abbey Tea Party* ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., MAY 14 • 1-3 PM

Travel back in time and learn about Victorian manners and traditions that were in place during the time of Downton Abbey. Enjoy tea and pastries during the presentation!

No Adults Allowed: Teen Book Club*

Reflections in Nature*

Read and discuss “Dumplin” by Julie Murphy.

Learn to meditate in a natural setting either online or in person.

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 16 • 4-5 PM

Chess Club

COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., MAY 17 • 4-6 PM

New and experienced chess players welcome play some games and share some ideas.

Jackbox Game Night

OFF SITE (DEVOU PARK) & ZOOM: SAT., MAY 21 • 10-11 AM

AniManga Club

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 23 • 4-5 PM

Teens Create: Custom Pop Sockets*

Come hang out and play Jackbox games! Please bring your own phone or tablet in order to play the game. Snacks provided.

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 24 • 6-7 PM

Customize your own pop socket for your phone! Materials provided.

Game Night

Animanga Club

Depending on the weather this event will be both inside and outside.

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

Microsoft Word: Basics* COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., MAY 19 • 10-11 AM

Learn how to create, edit, save, and print a document.

Late Night Gaming

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

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 17 • 6-7 PM

ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., MAY 18 • 7-8 PM

Let’s Get Social...

COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., MAY 31 • 6-8 PM

Teens Create: Pendant Necklaces*

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 31 • 6-7 PM

Learn how to make your own pendant necklace. Materials provided.

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: FRI., MAY 27 • 9-11 PM

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

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Fun for Kids! *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 1000 Books Before Kindergarten ONGOING

The Kenton County Public Library is proud to present 1000 Books Before Kindergarten a reading initiative geared toward children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Help your child develop their vocabulary, build confidence, and be kindergarten ready by taking part in 1000 Books Before Kindergarten. Learn more at kentonlibrary.org.

Reading Buddies

AGES 3-12 ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 2, 9 & 16 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. Earn a new paperback book when you attend 3 times.

No program 5/23 or 5/30.

Kenton County Schools Arts for Life ERLANGER & DURR BRANCH: TUES., MAY 3 - WED., MAY 4 9 AM-9 PM

See For Everyone.

A Storytime Celebrating Mom!

Aargh!! It’s a Pirate Party!

AGES 3-5 ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 3, & THURS., MAY 5 10 -11 AM

AGES 3-5

Listen to stories then make a gift for your mom or a person special to you.

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 10 10-11 AM

STEM StorytimeSip2Go!

Join us for pirate stories, games, and a craft.

Children may dress up in pirate costumes if they wish.

COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., MAY 4 • 7 PM

Join us for a special storytime celebrating Science, Technology, Engineering and Math and get a chance to interact with our Science In Play2Go exhibit before it leaves later this month.

Perfect for little thinkers!

Wild Wednesdays

AGES 8-12 ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., MAY 4 & 18 • 7-8 PM

5/4: May the Fourth Celebration Celebrate Star Wars Day with crafts and snacks all related to our favorite galaxy far, far away!

5/18: Game Night Depending on the weather this event will be both inside and outside.

¡Cuéntame un Cuento! / Bilingual Storytime

Playart @ Baker Hunt

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

Join us down the street for an artful storytime followed by an art project led by a Baker Hunt’s instructor. The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center is located at 620 Greenup St, Covington, KY 41011.

CHILDREN (AGES 3-5) WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: THURS., MAY 5 • 6:30-7 PM

Science in Play2Go

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COVINGTON BRANCH: THROUGH MAY 28 Science in Play2go, the mobile version of Kentucky Science Center’s progressive next-generation learning experience exhibit will be at the Covington branch from Sat., March 5th - Sat., May 28th. Designed specifically for ages 8 and under, with program opportunities for students of all ages, Science in Play2go combines curiosity and critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving, with Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (S.T.E.M). If you would like to book a field trip, please call Kari Jones at 859.962.4079.

BABIES UP TO AGE 5 OFF SITE (BAKER HUNT ART & CULTURAL CENTER): FRIDAYS • 10-11 AM

Bluey Bash!

BABIES UP TO AGE 5 WITH A CAREGIVER ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., MAY 6 • 10-11 AM

Join us for a special storytime all about our favorite pup, Bluey and her family!

Saturday Storytime

BABIES UP TO AGE 5 WITH A CAREGIVER COVINGTON BRANCH: SAT., MAY 7 & 21 10:30-11:15 AM

Join us for a special Family Storytime every first and third Saturday! Older siblings are welcome. Please see kentonlibrary.org/events for details.

Homeschool STEM Club

Tween (Slime) Time*

Binary Code Keychains

Experiment and explore all sorts of STEM related fields. This month learn about code cracking and cypher creation to send and receive secret messages.

Come join your friends as we try our hands at making galaxy slime!

Make a keychain that spells out your initials in binary code, the language of computers! Part of Remake Learning Days.

AGES 9-12 COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., MAY 17 • 4-5 PM

HOMESCHOOLERS AGES 5-18 COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., MAY 11 • 1-2:30 PM

Comic Book Contest

COVINGTON BRANCH: SAT., MAY 14-18 • 10 AM-5 PM

Submit your entry! Separated into age groups, the best in show will be selected from each range. Details at kentonlibrary.org.

Remake Learning Days: Day of Learning!

COVINGTON BRANCH: SAT., MAY 14 • 10 AM-5 PM

Stop by the Covington Branch for a day of interactive learning as we kick off Remake Learning Days Greater Cincinnati! The library and various community partners will provide events and experiences for children, youth, and families to learn and play together. Details at remakelearningdays.org/gc/

Pom-Pom Party Popper AGES 5-8 COVINGTON BRANCH: MON., MAY 16 • 4-5 PM

Make a fun party popper and learn about force and velocity as you launch pom poms across the room! Part of Remake Learning Days.

Spring Puppet Show!

ALL AGES ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 17 • 6:30 PM & WED., MAY 18 • 10 AM

Celebrate spring with the puppets. There will be singing and dancing along with stories.

After the show, children will get to pet a puppet.

Chess Club

AGES 11-18 COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., MAY 17 • 4-6 PM

New and experienced chess players welcome play some games and share some ideas.

Preschool Dance Party!

BABIES UP TO AGE 5 WITH A CAREGIVER ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., MAY 23 10-10:30 AM Children and their caregivers can get ready to put their left arm in, shake their sillies out, and FREEZE during this

special dance party!

Recycle-Bot Challenge* AGES 9-12 ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., MAY 17 • 6-7:30 PM

Come help the Ozobots pick up trash by designing an attachment for the robots!

Students will be using various materials to design their own Recycle-Bot!

Leaning Tower of Straw*

AGES 3-8 COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., MAY 17 • 7-8 PM

Using only straws and tape, see who can build the tallest tower without falling over or apart!

An exercise in engineering, exploring what works best when building.

Sensory Open Play

BABIES UP TO AGE 8 WITH A CAREGIVER WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: WED., MAY 18 & 25 • 10 AM-2 PM

Expand the mind, gross and fine motor skills and engage the senses in this learn-throughplay program geared for young learners and those with autism or other sensory challenges.

AGES 5-12 COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., MAY 18 • 7-8 PM

STREAM Lab: Water Fun*

AGES 8-12 ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., MAY 19 • 6-7:30 PM

Join us to learn about frozen STEM experiments.

Learn how water works with several experiments and an engineering project to make your own water ride!

Down the Rabbit Hole* BABIES UP TO AGE 8 WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: SUN., MAY 22 • 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!

Candy Catapult*

AGES 5-8 COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., MAY 24 • 3-4 PM

Using the provided supplies, children can build catapults and test them by launching marshmallows. See what builds work best to launch the furthest!

Storytimes Regular storytimes are on break until June 6.

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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

William E. Durr 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 Sunday, May 29 & Monday, May 30. kentonlibrary.org

Looking Ahead: Read Your Way Every Day — Summer Reading Kickoffs The Summer Reading Celebration will kick off on Saturday, June 4.

Read all summer long for your chance to win weekly prizes! Visit kentonlibrary.org/src for details.

Saturday, June 4 Covington: 2-4 pm Tricycle races, obstacle course, inflatables, snacks and more!

Erlanger: 11 am-2 pm A game room, bounce house, caricature, videogame truck, ice cream and more!

Durr: 10 am-1 pm Bounce houses, giant games, music, free carnival style treats and a dunk tank!

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