Kenton County Public LIbrary September 2021 Events

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Everyone’s Invited! *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Grab & Go Craft Kits

COVINGTON: ALL MONTH

Pick up your craft kit. Each week we will have a limited number of kits reserved for kids/families and kits for adults. While supplies last.

Chat with Jerry Craft!

ZOOM: TUES., SEPT. 14 • 1:15-2:15 PM

Join award-winning graphic novelist Jerry Craft to hear him chat about his books and watch a drawing demonstration. Jerry will follow his chat with a Q&A.

Kenton County Farm Tour

WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., SEPT. 18 • 9 AM - 5 PM

Visit our “working” farm, meet Judy and Beverly the library chickens, tour the library garden and hold a baby chick. Enjoy fresh donuts and cider! Free pumpkins while supplies last.

Friends Used Book Store

WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., SEPT. 18 - FRI., SEPT. 24 LIBRARY HOURS

Nearly new and slightly used books and more. Prices range between 25 cents to $5. Proceeds benefit library programs and services. Hours on Saturday: 10 AM-1 PM. Also Saturday, fill a grocery bag of books for $5.

The Singing Librarian YOUTUBE: SUN., SEPT. 19 • 1-1:08 PM

An unpredictable collection of comedy and music video shorts!

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World Peace Day Celebration

COVINGTON: SUN., SEPT. 19 • 2- 4 PM

Celebrate the International Day of Peace with a variety of activities.

Among Us Scavenger Hunt

STREAM CENTER: MON., SEPT. 20 - SAT., SEPT. 25

Guests who visit and complete the scavenger hunt will get a prize to take home and will be entered into a chance to win a $25 STEAM gift card!

Backyard Treasures

INSTAGRAM: MON., SEPT. 20 1-1:05 PM

Discover nature at the Great Outdoor Weekend!

Join us as we explore local geology.

Art Supply Free Store WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., SEPT. 23 • 4-6 PM

Need some new-to-you art or craft supplies in your life?

Come to the second annual Art Club Supply Free Store and take your pick of our gently used materials and supplies at no cost! Have supplies you no longer need? Bring them along for swapping!

Tour of St. John Cemetery

Spice World Great Outdoor Weekend

ALL AGES • OFF-SITE:

SAT., SEPT. 25 • 9-11 AM

COVINGTON: SUN., SEPT. 26-OCT. 2

Each month we have a new take-home kit with all the spices and herbs to make a different recipe. Supplies limited.

Meet at the Shelter at the New Kenton County Park (Formerly Fox Run Golf Course) to obtain a 5 Senses in Nature Scavenger Hunt card. See website for details.

• OFF-SITE

SUN., SEPT. 26 • 2-3:30 PM

Meet at Shelter 3 at Lincoln Ridge Park, Independence.

OFF SITE: We will provide a variety SAT., SEPT. 25 • 9-11 AM of tools for expression Join Local History & Genealogy — create art, write, make staff for a biographical walking music, poetry, and more tour of St. John Cemetery and through and with nature. learn about the people and families who shaped the history Drive-In Movie! of Northern Kentucky. St. John WILLIAM E. DURR: Cemetery is located at 1 Saint SAT., SEPT. 25 • 8-10:30 PM Johns Road, Fort Mitchell, KY Join us in your car while 41011. Comfortable walking enjoying popcorn and the fresh shoes are encouraged. fall air! Watch “Who Framed Roger Rabbit.” Rated PG.

Hispanic Heritage Month Grab & Go Crafts

ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 27 - FRI., OCT. 1

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with grab and go craft kits for kids, teens, and adults!

While supplies last.

Adult Events *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Faces & Places Photograph Donation Drive

COVINGTON: ALL MONTH

We are looking for historic photographs of fall activities in NKY! We are requesting photos of fall festivals, Halloween events, etc. to add to our historical photograph database Faces and Places. Both print and digital photograph donations are accepted.

Call the Local History and Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 and set up an appointment to donate your photos or to have them scanned and returned to you. Or send an email to kate.mckenzie@ kentonlibrary.org to coordinate a donation or to ask questions.

One-On-One Genealogy Research Assistance* COVINGTON OR ONLINE: ALL MONTH

Just getting started on your family research, 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.

Appointments are available inperson, over-the-phone, or through an online virtual meeting.

Movie Matinee

COVINGTON: WED., SEPT. 1 • 1-4 PM

In recognition of Recovery Month, we will be showing “A Star is Born.” Rated R.

Writers Group*

ERLANGER: THURS., SEPT. 2 & 16 6:30-8:30 PM

Share your work and give feedback in this writing group for writers of all genres.

Homesteading 101: Canning and Preserving* ERLANGER: THURS., SEPT. 2 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Learn the basics of homesteading and living sustainably. Learn how to can food from your garden and even your local grocery store, along with other methods of preserving foods!

Yoga with Rabbits WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., SEPT. 7 • 6-7 PM

Join us for a gentle yoga session with our favorite library bunnies: Luna and Lola.

Cooking with Dagmar Live!*

WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., SEPT. 9 • 2-3 PM

Learn the basics of pasta making while Cooking with Dagmar! Thursday, September 9, 2-3 pm, at Durr.

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

Try using a pasta machine and learn the basics of pasta making by preparing homemade fettuccine.

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

Garden Club*

ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 13 6-7 PM Join us at the library each month to do a new project or learn a new skill related to gardening indoors and out!

Virtual DAR Research Assistance

MICROSOFT TEAMS VIDEO CHAT: WED., SEPT. 15 • 10-11 AM

Schedule a one-hour virtual 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.

Chair Yoga*

COVINGTON: THURS., SEPT. 16 • 11 AM

Reflections in Nature

Make it with Jackie!*

Learn to meditate in a natural setting either online or in person. Please provide your email address to receive a Zoom link and the park location.

Join crafty lady Jackie Waibel and learn how to make personalized greeting cards. All supplies provided.

ZOOM AND OFF SITE: THURS., SEPT. 9 & 23 • 6-6:30 PM

Craft Club: *

WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., SEPT. 12 • 2-4 PM

Lunchtime Yoga Flow*

ZOOM & OFF SITE: ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 13 & 27 • 1 PM THURS., SEPT. 9 & 23 Learn basic yoga postures as 6:30-8:30 PM

Craft Club is an adult program for ages 16+ 9/9: String Art!* 9/23: Basic Basket Weaving*

20th Anniversary Remembrance of 9/11

ERLANGER: SAT., SEPT. 11 • 2-3 PM

Join us in remembering the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001 on the 20th Anniversary. There will be a time for guests to talk about what they remember from that day and how it has changed their lives.

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we flow with breath, creating a calm mind for the rest of your

Start your morning at the library with fresh donuts, coffee and a game of dominos!

day. Please include your email address to receive the Zoom link to practice virtually or join the class in person at a local park.

Yellow Submarine String Art*

ERLANGER STREAM CENTER: TUES., SEPT. 14 • 6-8 PM

Come make a string art yellow submarine to celebrate the Beatles!

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

Through the use of yoga props and chairs, you’ll reset your system, increase your blood flow and leave feeling stretched and de-stressed. This class will be offered both in-person and virtually.

Movie Night*

COVINGTON: THURS., SEPT. 16 • 5-7 PM

Join as we watch “Cruella” (2021).

Art Supply Free Store WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., SEPT. 23 • 4-6 PM

Need some new-to-you art or craft supplies in your life? Come to the second annual Art Club Supply Free Store and take your pick of our gently used materials and supplies at no cost! Bring your extras along for swapping!

Foodvie Night*

COVINGTON: THURS., SEPT. 23 • 5-7 PM

Library Paint Night!*

Movie Monday

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

Welcome to a monthly series for the true film buff. Join us to watch critically acclaimed, newly released films. Refreshments provided.

WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., SEPT. 16 • 6-7:30 PM

Dominos & Donuts

ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 20 • 1 & 6 PM

ERLANGER: Evening Yoga Flow FRI., SEPT. 17 • 10-11 AM ZOOM & OFFSITE: MON., SEPT. 20 • 6:30 PM Start your morning at the library

with fresh donuts, coffee, and a game of dominos.

The McCartney Project: Tribute Concert to Paul McCartney, Wings, and The Beatles*

ERLANGER: SAT., SEPT. 18 • 6:30-8 PM

Join us for The McCartney Project (TMP) featuring Tony Burlingame as Paul McCartney.

This tribute show will highlight the music of Paul McCartney, Wings, and The Beatles.

Admission to the auditorium will open at 5:30 PM. Recording of show not permitted.

Move into your evening with intention, movement and mindful breaths. Leave class feeling refreshed for the week ahead.

Please include your email address to receive the Zoom link to practice virtually or join the class in person at a local park.

Trail-Mix & Remixes* COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 20 • 7-8 PM

BB&T Meeting Room Create your own trail-mix while listening to remixed music.

Please note that there will be peanuts present in the room.

Hooks & Needles

COVINGTON: WED., SEPT. 22 • 2-4 PM

Knitters and crocheters! Join us at the Covington Branch. Bring your projects or start something new. All levels welcome.

Enjoy a food and movie. We’ll provide themed food based on the movie. Please check the online calendar for the movie title closer to September.

Tour of St. John Cemetery

OFF SITE: SAT., SEPT. 25 • 9-11 AM

Join Local History & Genealogy staff for a biographical walking tour of St. John Cemetery and learn about the people and families who shaped the history of Northern Kentucky. St. John Cemetery is located at 1 Saint Johns Road, Fort Mitchell, KY 41011. Comfortable walking shoes are encouraged.

DIY Sensory Bags and Bottles* COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 27 • 7-8 PM

Learn how to make your own sensory bags and bottles. Children welcome.

STREAM Certification: Vinyl Cutters* ERLANGER STREAM CENTER: TUES., SEPT. 28 • 6-7:30 PM THUR., SEPT. 30 • 6-7:30 PM

Come get certified to use the three different vinyl cutters the library has to offer!

Microsoft Word*

COVINGTON: WED., SEPT. 29 • 10-11 AM

We will cover the basic functions of Microsoft Word.

Chair Exercise*

COVINGTON OR ONLINE: THURS., SEPT. 30 • 11-11:30 AM

Join us for a half-hour of low impact, low intensity training that focuses on stability, balance, and mobility training.

Cat Yoga!

ERLANGER: THURS., SEPT. 30 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Relax with adoptable cats from Ohio Alleycat Resource during a yoga session led by a certified instructor. All experience levels are welcome! Ages 16+. Please bring your own yoga mat and water bottle.

Join Local History & Genealogy staff for a biographical walking tour of St. John Cemetery!

Sat., Sept. 25, 9-11 AM.

Splattered Coffee Mugs!*

WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., SEPT. 28 • 1-2 PM

Join us to learn how to decorate coffee mugs with alcohol ink splatters.

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Career & Job Services *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Northern Kentucky Accountability Group

Get Started Series* • Begin Your Career

Transition with Us ERLANGER: WEDNESDAYS • 9:15-11:30 AM ERLANGER: TUES., SEPT. 7 & 21 Job search support group for 9:30-11 AM professionals in transition or anyone wanting to change careers. Each meeting features motivational speakers, networking opportunities, job search leads, and connections to community partners.

Creating a Federal Resume

ERLANGER: THURS., SEPT. 2 10:30 AM-NOON

A Federal resume requires a different format than a traditional business resume.

Learn how to prepare a resume to apply for Federal jobs and use USA Jobs, the government’s website, like a pro to be considered for many new job openings.

Join Project Coach Sherry Mays for an orientation on getting started looking for your next job. Learn what to consider first to get yourself moving on an upward trajectory for your future.

Introduction to Online Learning*

ZOOM: TUES., SEPT. 7 • 6:30-7:30 PM

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.

First Time Computer Use*

COVINGTON: THURS., SEPT. 9 • 6-7 PM

If you are totally lost when it comes to computers and how to use them, this simple class will walk you through the basics.

Excel*

BASICS: ERLANGER: THURS., SEPT. 9 • 7-8:30 PM ADVANCED: ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 13 • 6:30-8:30 PM PART 1: ERLANGER: FRI., SEPT. 3 • 10 AM-NOON

Target Your Resume Workshop*

for Beginners* COVINGTON

• Career Exploration/ Personal Branding/ Resumes/Cover Letters

TUES., SEPT. 7 • 9:15 AM-NOON

Beginner job seekers will learn career exploration, personal branding, resumes, and cover letters. Class taught by the Brighton Center.

• Interviewing Tips/Mock Interviews for Beginners

TUES., SEPT. 14 9:15 AM-NOON

Learn the basics of job interviews and mock interview tips for beginner job seekers. Class taught by the Brighton Center.

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Interviewing Skills Workshop*

ZOOM: THURS., SEPT. 9 • 10-11:30 AM

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, a variety of practice question options, and the importance of welleducated follow-up questions.

You can then follow up by doing a practice interview with one of our volunteer coaches.

Learn How to Create a Networking Map*

ERLANGER: FRI., SEPT. 17 • 10-11:30 AM

Learn how to use Gitmind to visually map your network of professional connections to aid you in your job search and ultimate future career. The map you will create is a great optical tool to use in networking meetings for new contacts to understand the scope of your connections.

ERLANGER: Unstuck* SAT., SEPT. 11 • 10 AM-NOON ERLANGER: We will do a reality check SAT., SEPT. 18 • 11:30-1 PM

on the purpose of a resume, review types of resumes, ERLANGER: discuss how to collect and WED., SEPT 8 & 29 • 1-3 PM Microsoft Word* organize document data, ERLANGER: 9/8: Part 1 - Privacy Settings best practices for writing, the THURS., SEPT. 2 • 2-3:30 PM & Setting Up Your Career influence of ATS, and tips to Join us to learn the basic funcInterests make your resume one of tions of Microsoft Word.

9/29: Part 2 - Applying for a your all-time best investments Job, Using Filters & Reaching in YOU! Job Search Success Out to Hiring Managers

Linkedin Workshops*

through understanding the importance of how the decisions you’ve made to date — and the core values you hold have impacted your ability to walk in purpose. Join us in this journey.

Microsoft PowerPoint COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 13 • 6:30-8 PM

In this class, you will learn how to set up a slide show, how to insert text and pictures, how to time your slide show, and how to print your slides.

Finding Your Purpose

ERLANGER PART I: THURS., SEPT. 16 • 10-11:30AM PART II: THURS., SEPT. 30 • 10-11:30AM

Do you find yourself longing to walk in significance in your professional and personal life?

This process of discovering history, identity, purpose, and destiny will be explored

Are you stuck in a job you don‘t like? Has life worked out differently than you expected?

Do you want to earn more money? Do you want to make a difference? Join us to learn about how to navigate a new career path. Listen to stories from professionals in varying stages of their workforce journeys.

Power Your Job Search with Google*

COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 20 • 11 AM-NOON

Discover new job opportunities using Google Search, learn how to create a resume in Google Docs, and organize and track your job search using Google Sheets.

Mastering the Art of the Informational Interviews*

ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 20 • 6:30-7:30 PM

If you are unsure of your next career move, learn how to set

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Power Your Job Search with Google*

Elevator Pitch Power Hour*

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

In this session, we will discuss best practices for: • Discovering career opportunities using Job Search on Google • Using Google Sheets to track the progress of job applications

Core Skills Workshop*

• Creating a resume using Google Docs

COVINGTON: TUES., SEPT. 21 • 9:30-10:30 AM

ERLANGER: TUES., SEPT. 21 • 1-2:30 PM

Designed to help you analyze your transferable core skills, our instructor will begin by discussing the aptitudes you have used in previous employment and then will help you analyze the best skills that you want to move forward in future employment. You will also focus on writing “proofs” to support your selection of transferable core skills.

ZOOM: FRI., SEPT. 24 • 10-11 AM

Outlook 100*

ONLINE-MICROSOFT TEAMS: FRI., SEPT. 24 • 1-2 PM

Learn all the basics about using Microsoft Outlook successfully.

Exploring O*NET Online*

ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 27 • 10 -11:30 AM

Join us to explore O*NET Online, the nation’s primary source of occupational information. We’ll explore LinkedIn Photo how to use O*NET to research Session* salary ranges, plan career ERLANGER: changes, and improve your WED., SEPT. 22 • 11:30 AM-1PM resume.

Unemployed professionals can get their LinkedIn photo taken Improve Your by professional photographer Resume with Practical Julie Lubbers for free.

Create a Marketing Plan for Your Job Search*

ZOOM: THURS., SEPT. 23 • 10-11:30 AM

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

Strategies*

COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 27 • 11 AM-NOON

In this workshop, you’ll learn four strategies to improve your resume and make your resume more attractive to hiring managers.

Using Data Axle in Your Job Search* ZOOM: THURS., SEPT. 30 • 2-3:30 PM

Learn how to use the library’s #1 business database to build a list of prospects for your job search.

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The Bookies

ERLANGER: WED., SEPT. 1 • 6:30 - 7:30 PM

Pick up your copy of “The Day the World Came to Town” by Jim DeFede at the circulation desk!

Book to Movie Club: “A Walk to Remember”*

ERLANGER: FRI., SEPT. 3 • 5-5:45 PM

Join us this month to discuss the Nicholas Sparks novel, “A Walk to Remember.”

Wine About It: “Cross Her Heart”*

ZOOM: THURS., SEPT. 16 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Join a book club with a bit of murder, mystery, and intrigue!

Read a new selection each month and then cozy up to dinner and a glass of wine to join our Zoom discussion from the safety of your own home! This week, read Sarah Pinborough’s “Cross Her Heart.”

The Grim Readers*

WILLIAM E. DURR SAT., SEPT. 18 • 10 AM-NOON

Have a passion for true crime and forensic crime solving?

Come share favorite cases. This is all you, Detective. Thematic discussion group with reader’s advisory.

Case Files: “The Lazarus Files”*

ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 27 • 6:30-7:30 PM

We’ll read a new true crime novel each month and then get together to discuss the bloody details. This month, read “The Lazarus Files” by Matthew McGough.

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Teen Stuff

*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 US Constitution Education Series*

20th Anniversary Remembrance of 9/11

Microsoft PowerPoint*

SEE WEBSITE FOR DATE & TIMES

SAT., SEPT. 11 • 2-3 PM

Homeschool teens are invited to register for this 14-week series to learn about the US Constitution. Presented by John Hindery of Building Blocks for Liberty. All instruction and materials are provided free of charge through the sponsorship of the Optimists Club of Northern Kentucky. The class is for students ages 12-18 and registration is required. This is a 14-week series and registrants are encouraged to attend all 14 weeks.

Join us in remembering the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001 on the 20th Anniversary. There will be a time for guests to talk about what they remember from that day and how it has changed their lives.

In this class, you will learn how to set up a slide show, how to insert text and pictures, how to time your slide show, and how to print your slides.

COVINGTON: ERLANGER: ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 13 • 6:30-8 PM

Lunchtime Yoga Flow* ZOOM & OFF SITE: MON., SEPT. 13 & 27 • 1 PM

Learn basic yoga postures as we flow with breath, creating a calm mind for the rest of your day. Please include your email address to receive the Zoom Excel* link to practice virtually or COVINGTON: join the class in person at a local park.

PART 1: FRI., SEPT. 3 • 10 AM-NOON PART 2: FRI., SEPT. 10 • 10 AM-NOON

Teen Art Club

COVINGTON: TUES., SEPT. 14 • 3:30-5 PM

Hang out and create art with old and new friends.

Teen Space Unplugged

Teens can hang out with their friends old and new with snacks, art, and board games. This is “unplugged” so there will be no video games.

COVINGTON: TUES., SEPT. 7 & 21 • 3-5 PM

Play some tabletop games with us! For tweens to teens, we’ve got the top tier board games.

Reflections in Nature

ZOOM AND OFF SITE: THURS., SEPT. 9 & 23 • 6-6:30 PM

Learn to meditate in a natural setting either online or in person. Please provide your email address to receive a Zoom link and the park location.

ERLANGER: SAT., SEPT. 11 • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Grandchildren ages 7 and up grab your grandparent(s) and bring them to the library for a fun time enjoying donuts and making a keepsake “junk journal” book with Charlotte of Art Equal to celebrate Grandparents Day on Sun., Sept. 12. See Children’s section for details.

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ERLANGER: SUN., SEPT. 19 • 2-3 PM

Teens can create their own headband out of an old t-shirt!

Shirts provided but feel free to bring one in your favorite color to cut and sew. Basic sewing skills are required.

Power Your Job Search With Google* COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 20 • 11 AM-NOON

ERLANGER: Teen Game & Hang WED., SEPT. 15 & 29 ERLANGER: 3:30-4:30 PM MON., SEPT. 20 • 4-5 PM

Tabletop Tweens*

Enjoy Donuts & Make a Keepsake Book with Grandma and Grandpa!*

Teens Create: DIY T-Shirt Headband*

UNDERSTAND THE CONSTITUTION!

Homeschoolers ages 12 - 18 are invited to attend a 14 - week series to learn about the US Constitution. See website for date and times.

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

Evening Yoga Flow ZOOM & OFFSITE: MON., SEPT. 20 • 6:30 PM

Hang out with your friends and play tabletop and video games at Erlanger Sept. 20, 4-5 PM!

Move into your evening with intention, movement and mindful breaths. Leave class feeling refreshed for the week ahead.

Please include your email address to receive the Zoom link to practice virtually or join the class in person at a local park.

AniManga Club

COVINGTON: TUES., SEPT. 21 • 6-8 PM

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

Hooks & Needles

COVINGTON: WED., SEPT. 22 • 2-4 PM

Knitters and crocheters! Join us at the Covington Branch. Bring your projects or start something new. All levels welcome.

Art After School

Improve Your Resume with Practical Strategies* COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 27 • 11 AM-NOON

AGES 11-15 ERLANGER: DIY Sensory WED., SEPT. 22 • 4-5 PM Bottles*

Teens ages 11-15 can join us for our first Art After School In-Person!

Art Supply Free Store WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., SEPT. 23 • 4-6 PM

Need some new-to-you art or craft supplies in your life? Come to the second annual Art Club Supply Free Store and take your pick of our gently used materials and supplies at no cost! Have supplies you’re done making art with? Bring them along for swapping!

Bags &

COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 27 • 7-8 PM

Learn how to make your own sensory bags and bottles.

Cat Yoga!

AGES 16+

ERLANGER: THURS., SEPT. 30 • 6:30-7:30 PM Relax with adoptable cats from Ohio Alleycat Resource during a yoga session led by a certified instructor. All experience levels are welcome! Ages 16+. Please bring your own yoga mat and water bottle.

Tween Time

COVINGTON: TUES, SEPT. 28 • 3-4 PM

Lots of fun activities for tweens; please contact the branch for more details.

Game Room

ZOOM: TUES., SEPT. 28 • 6-7 PM

Hang out online to game.

Please register with your email Hispanic Heritage to receive a Zoom link to join.

Month Grab & Go Crafts Pick up a to-go bag of snacks ERLANGER: and drinks at the Covington Branch.

MON., SEPT. 27 - FRI., OCT. 1 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Microsoft Word* Month with grab & go craft COVINGTON: kits for kids, teens, and adults!

WED., SEPT. 29 • 10-11 AM While supplies last.

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

Join the Little Explorers Fri., Sept. 17 & 24, at Erlanger!

Superhero Party*

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attend 3 times.

PRESCHOOL & SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: Dance Party!

FRI., SEPT. 10 • 2-3 PM TODDLERS – SCHOOL AGE Join us for a superhero party!

COVINGTON: Dress up as your favorite MON., SEPT. 13 • 6-7 PM superhero, hear a story, and make a craft.

Enjoy Donuts & Make a Keepsake Book with Grandma and Grandpa!*

It’s a dance, dance revolution!

Come dance to some of our favorite KIDZ BOP songs.

Cook-A-Book*

PRESCHOOL & SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: WED., SEPT. 15 & 29 • 7-8 PM

AGES 7 AND UP ERLANGER: Join us for our cooking series SAT., SEPT. 11 where we’ll read a book and 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

1000 Books Before Kindergarten ALL BRANCHES

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. This reading initiative is designed to be selfpaced but completed before kindergarten. Learn more at kentonlibrary.org/events

The ROOK-ies Chess Group

WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., SEPT. 8 & 22 • 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.

¡Cuéntame un Cuento! / Spanish Storytime

Join us for a Kids Craft Club. We will be doing a different craft every week. No club on 9/14.

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Inventors Club*

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: SAT., SEPT. 11 • 1-3 PM

Join us as we learn how paint AGES 2-5 has been made throughout ONLINE: FRI., SEPT. 10 • 10:30-11 AM history in different cultures.

DURR: SEPT. 24 • 10:30-11 AM Reading Buddies

Acompañanos junto a tus niños a nuestra hora del cuento Kid’s Craft Club completamente en español mientras escuchamos historias y AGES 4-8 ERLANGER: hacemos divertidas actividades.

TUESDAYS • 7-8 PM

Grandchildren ages 7 and up grab your grandparent(s) and bring them to the library for a fun time enjoying donuts and making a keepsake “junk journal” book with Charlotte Reed of Art Equals to celebrate Grandparents Day on Saturday, September 11.

Supplies to bring from home to help make and customize the junk journal books are: old envelopes, small empty cardboard snack boxes, old maps, papers, junk mail, and anything else that is interesting that you think would be cool to use to decorate a keepsake journal.

then prepare a yummy treat!

Please register online so that we can plan for enough food.

9/15: “The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog” by Mo Willems 9/29: “Should I Share My Ice Cream” by Mo Willems. We’ll read the book and make our own ice cream sundaes!

Wild Wednesdays!

AGES 8-12 ERLANGER: WED. SEPT. 15, 22 & 29 • 7-8 PM

9/15: Welcome Back Bash 9/22: Fall for Fall 9/29: Slime Time

Little Explorers

AGES 4-6 ERLANGER: FRI., SEPT. 17 & 24 10-11 AM & 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Children can romp, stomp, and explore with stories, songs, and an activity or craft!

Family Storytime

AGES 3-6; SIBLINGS WELCOME ERLANGER: SAT., SEPT. 18 • 10:30-11:30 AM

AGES 3-12 ERLANGER: Can’t make it to storytime MONDAYS • 4:30-5:30 PM

Children are invited to read with one of our Reading Buddy volunteers. We’ll provide lots of fun, interactive books.

Younger children can listen to stories and older children can practice their reading skills.

Snacks provided. Earn a new

during the week? Join us today for a special weekend edition storytime! We’ll read stories, dance, and make a craft.

Storytimes Ages 0-6 • Program length may vary. Please see website for full program details.

Homespun Homeschool Club: The Great Outdoors*

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 20•10:30 AM-NOON

Join us to appreciate the great outdoors! We’ll be learning about the National Parks, camping, outdoor skills and safety.

Hispanic Heritage Month Grab & Go Crafts

Morning Songs and Stories

AGES 2-5 AGES 3-6 ERLANGER: COVINGTON: MONDAYS • 10-10:30 AM TUESDAYS • 10-11 AM ERLANGER: Children and their caregiver THURSDAYS will enjoy stories, rhymes, and 10-11 AM & 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

music in this “back to basics” storytime!

Music and Motion with the Singing Librarian AGES 3-6 WILLIAM E. DURR: MONDAYS • 10:30-11 AM

ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 27 - FRIDAY, OCT. 1

Enjoy a session of music and movement!

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with grab and go craft kits for kids, teens, and adults!

While supplies last.

Preschool Picassos

Small Talk Homeschool Book Club: Other Words for Home* SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 27 • 10:30-NOON

Join us for discussion, activities, and refreshments.

Books available for pickup starting 8/30. Don’t miss out on meeting the author, Jasmine Warga on Oct. 2.

Little Da Vinci’s at the Erlanger Branch Library!

AGES 3 AND OLDER ERLANGER: TUES., SEPT. 28 • 10 AM-4 PM

Children ages 3 and up stop by the Children’s Room at the Erlanger Branch Library to experience fun activities as part of the Little DaVinci’s program! This program is a drop-in program, but space is limited at the table.

Tween Time*

Blast Off to Kindergarten Storytime

Each week in Blast Off to Kindergarten children will experience stories, activities, crafts, and skills to help prepare them for kindergarten.

Family Storytime

FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AGES 0-5 COVINGTON: TUES. • 7-7:45 PM

Preschool Storytime

AGES 3-5 COVINGTON: WEDNESDAYS • 11-11:45 AM

Come for stories, songs, and early literacy activities with Mr. Sam and his guitar!

Zoom Preschool Storytime*

BABIES UP TO AGE 5 ZOOM: THURS., SEPT. 9, 16, 23 & 30, 10 AM-10:30 AM

Enjoy books, music, rhymes and fun for your little one all via Zoom! You MUST register for this storytime with a valid email address so we can email you the link to the Zoom room.

Baby Music, Rhyme and AGES 4-6 ERLANGER: Wiggletime Playart MONDAYS • 11:30-12:30 PM BABIES PRESCHOOL Children are invited to listen ERLANGER: WILLIAM E. DURR: to a story or two followed by WEDNESDAYS • 9:30 & 11 AM THURS., SEPT. 9, 16, 23 & 30 an art activity. This program WILLIAM E. DURR: 10:30-11:30 AM WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:30 AM may get messy, so wearing “art Listen to a story, make a craft COVINGTON: clothes” is recommended. and enjoy a parent/child THURSDAYS • 11-11:45 AM Scamper Squad

AGES 3-6 WILLIAM E. DURR: MONDAYS • 7-7:30 PM & TUESDAYS • 10:30-11 AM

Learn about a new animal each week through stories, play, and songs. Open to first 40 children.

Toddler Storytime

Bring your baby to the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and playtime!

focused activity inspired by the book. Open to the first 40 children in attendance.

Tiny Toddlers

AGES 18-24 MONTHS AND FAMILIES WILLIAM E. DURR: WEDNESDAYS • 11 AM-NOON

Bring your toddler to the library

for language enrichment with AGES 2-3 ERLANGER: stories, songs, and rhymes.

TUESDAYS, 10 & 11 AM COVINGTON: WED., SEPT. 8, 15,22 & 29 10-10:30 AM Wiggle along as we use stories and songs to grow early literacy, math, and science skills through an active program. Siblings are welcome.

COVINGTON: TUES., SEPT. 28 • 3- 4 PM

Lots of fun activities for tweens; please contact the branch for more details.

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Visit a Branch!

Covington Branch

NONPROFIT ORG

502 Scott Blvd.

Covington, KY 41011

US POSTAGE PAID DATAMARK

Erlanger Branch

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

(Erlanger is open until 6pm)

SUN 1pm-5pm

Questions?

859.962.4000

All locations closed Sunday & Monday, Sept. 5 & 6. kentonlibrary.org

Volunteers Needed for Book Sales The Friends of the Kenton County Public Library have started conducting in-person book sales again! The first book sale will be in conjunction

with the Farm Tour at the Durr library on Sat., Sept. 18. Volunteers are needed a few days prior to each book sale to help move books from the

Durr branch to the sale location and then help set up the thousands of books available at the sale. If you are able to lift a box of books and can

Updated Library Spaces Visit the newly renovated Durr Branch in Independence for all the exciting changes including: • New layout • Community arts display area • Improved reading, meeting, and remote workspaces 12 SEPTEMBER 2021

• Business services area with printing, copying, faxing and notary* (*appointment needed) • Engaging children’s play and hands-on activity area including a new home for the bunnies​

Outside visit the: • Community garden • Chicken coop • See where the Durr bunnies graze Visit the Durr Branch during the Kenton County Farm Tour on Saturday, September 18 for fun programs and giveaways.

give a few hours of your time throughout the year, please ask a staff member or call 859.962.4000.