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Everyone’s Invited! *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Used Book Sale
WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., SEPT. 22 - SAT., SEPT. 28
The Friends of the Kenton County Public Library sale will feature music, books, movies, and more!
Little Da Vincis
WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., SEPT. 6, 13, 20 & 27 10 AM-8 PM
Stop in all day for an art and STEM activity.
Family Movie Night: “How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World”
ERLANGER: FRI., SEPT. 6 • 6:30-8:30 PM
Enjoy free popcorn and watch a family-friendly film. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Family Yoga!
WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., SEPT. 7 • 1-2 PM
In this class move, breathe, and explore yoga. Plenty of fun for the family while promoting simple strength, coordination, balance, and flexibility! Bringing a yoga mat is advised but not required! For ages 8 & up.
Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., SEPT. 9 • 2-4 PM TUES., SEPT. 24 • NOON-2 PM
Reps from the Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange will help you sign up for health care through Kentucky’s health care exchange. Patrons will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Harry Potter Trivia!
ERLANGER: WED., SEPT. 11 • 6:30-8:30 PM
Teams of 2-6 can compete for prizes and enjoy themed snacks, music, and crafts between rounds. Costumes are encouraged!
Cincinnati Children’s Theatre Presents “Dorothy in Oz”
vation), and proof of a rabies vaccine if your cat is up-to-date. Cats only.
Manic Mondays
Walking Tour of Wallace Woods
Sept. 23, 6:30-8 PM: Bee Crazy! Watch Bee Movie & do crafts Sept. 30, 7-8 PM: Make your own Tic-Tac-Toe-To-Go
OFF SITE: WED., SEPT. 18 • 9:30-11 AM MON., SEPT. 30 • 6:30-8 PM
Join Local History & Genealogy staff for a walking tour of Wallace Woods. Learn about the significant structures, former residents, and events of times past. Tours begin from the island at Scott Street and Wallace Ave.
Bingo!
ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 16 • 7-8 PM
Join us for our Bingo night!
Neuterville Express Comes to Covington: Low Cost Spay/Neuter Service for Cats COVINGTON: DROP OFF- TUES., SEPT. 17 6:30-7 AM PICK UP- WED, SEPT. 18
The Ohio Alleycat Resource (O.A.R.) will be bringing their mobile spay/neuter unit to the Covington Library. Reservations required by calling 513.871.0185. Bring your cat in a secure carrier, cash or check for payment (O.A.R. will confirm the cost at the time of reser-
Create with Karla* COVINGTON: TUES., SEPT. 24 • 6-8 PM
Create a wood memo/board. Adults will learn chalk painting and stenciling techniques while children explore some creative decorating tips.
Art Supply Free Store
Arboretum on Wheels
Take your pick of our gently used art or craft materials and supplies at no cost or bring some to swap.
The Boone County Arboretum’s “Arboretum on Wheels” is an innovative learning laboratory. The AOW will provide a look at Interactions with our Ecosystem and the food web, complete with interactive experiences.
WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., SEPT. 18 • 4-5:30 PM
Chicken Rodeo!
WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., SEPT. 21 • NOON-1 PM OFF SITE: It’s our 13th annual Chicken FRI., SEPT. 13 • 7-7:45 PM
Stop by the Independence Amphitheater for the Cincinnati Children’s Theatre’s presentation of “Dorothy in Oz”!
ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 23 & 30
Rodeo! Stop by during the Farm Tour to race a chicken!
Observing Peace: What Does It Mean to be a Refugee?
ERLANGER: THURS. SEPT. 26 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Drive-In Movies @ the Library WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., SEPT. 27 • 7:30-11:59 PM
Park your car, tune in on your FM radio, and watch a movie. There will also be a fireworks show intermission courtesy of ERLANGER: Vito’s Fireworks! SAT., SEPT. 21 • 1-3 PM Listen to Mirsada Kadiric talk about her book and her life; learn what it actually means to be a refugee through her lived experiences. Her book will be available for purchase. After the presentation, create a Peace Pole.
“Bee Happy” Puppet Show! ERLANGER: SUN., SEPT. 22 • 2-3 PM
Help us kick off “Bee Week” with a special performance by the Wump Mucket Puppets! “Bee Happy” is a lively performance featuring puppet stories that promote keeping our world cleaner and learning more about the world of bees.
Great Outdoor Weekend: Hike Doe Run!*
OFF SITE: SUN., SEPT. 29 • 2-5 PM
This guided hike will cover hilly, wooded, possibly wet and muddy terrain. Hikers younger than 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult, and all hikers will be asked to sign a waiver. Call Jennifer at 859.962.4143 to register. Cosponsored by Kenton County Parks & Recreation, the City of Erlanger and KCPL.
Dungeons and Dragons Accessory Party* MON. SEPT. 9 • 6-8 PM
MAKERSPACE AT THE ERLANGER BRANCH
Come learn how you can use the STREAM Center to make D&D accessories!
Homeschool Club: Engineering Building Challenges*
TUES., SEPT. 10 • 1:30-2:30 PM
Homeschool students in grades K-6 join us in the STREAM Center for a fun and challenging class involving engineering, marshmallows, toothpicks and more! Students will work in groups to complete timed challenges. Prizes will be awarded!
What’s the Buzz?
THURS., SEPT. 12 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Bees are very important to the planet. Find out more about how honeybees do what they do, follow the life cycle of the honeybee, and taste different flavors of honey!
A place to create, be creative and learn new skills Sew What! Chapstick Holder* WED., SEPT. 25 • 7-8:30 PM
Make a bee-themed chapstick holder. Sew What! is for beginning sewers.
DIY Cork Pumpkin* MON., SEPT. 30 • 2-4 PM
Come learn how to turn a stack of corks into a decorative pumpkin!
DIY Pumpkin Spice Candle* MON., SEPT. 16 • 2-4 PM
Learn how to make your own pumpkin spice candles!
It’s Conductive! Studies in the Conductivity of Matter THURS., SEPT. 19 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Investigate the conductivity of a variety of materials, using the Makey Makey to complete an electrical circuit.
Downton Abbey Style Memo Board* MON., SEPT. 23 • 2-4 PM
Do you miss Downton Abbey? Take a stroll down memory lane by making this old-fashioned memo board!
Teen Homeschool Interactive: Tactile Book-Making* TUES., SEPT. 24 • 1-3 PM
Teens grades 6-12 are invited to participate in the Build A Better Book project based out of Boulder, CO. We will be designing and fabricating inclusive media with high and low tech to assist those with learning disabilities.
You Can Make It: Bar Tray* WED., SEPT. 4 • 6:30-8:30 PM
Join Barn Rat Studio to learn some basic woodworking. There is a $25 materials fee for this project. Adults only please.
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Adult Events *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Downton Abbey Celebration* ERLANGER: SAT., SEPT. 7 • 1-4 PM
Swing by for crafts, raffles, and fun or join us for the entire day!
Microsoft PowerPoint* COVINGTON PART 1: WED., SEPT. 4 • 10 AM-NOON PART 2: WED., SEPT. 11 • 10 AM-NOON
1-2 PM: Tea of Royal Manners
2-3 PM: Screening of Secrets of Highclere Castle: A PBS Documentary
2-4 PM: Custom Silhouette Portraits by Silhouette Studio NKY
My Aching Knee — Lower Extremity Pain
Lunch & Learn: Bank on Your Success with BB&T* COVINGTON: THURSDAYS • NOON-2 PM
Each week we will discuss a different topic that will provide a solid overview and time for questions and answers. Sept. 5: Banking Basics Sept. 12: Family Budgeting Sept. 19: Becoming a Homeowner Sept. 26: Growing Your Business
Let’s Get Cooking!* WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., SEPT. 5 • 1-3 PM
ERLANGER: Stop in for a cooking class with WED., SEPT. 4 • 12:30-1:30 PM
Learn ways to ease and prevent pain from a licensed professional.
Faces and Places Photograph Donation Drive
COVINGTON: SUN., SEPT. 1 - MON., SEPT. 30
Donate a copy of your Northern Kentucky school composite photograph to the Library’s Faces and Places collection. We are interested in photographs from every time period, elementary school through college, and public and private schools. Call Cierra Earl in the Local History and Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 to arrange the donation.
Microsoft Word*
COVINGTON PART 1: TUES., SEPT. 3 • 10 AM-NOON PART 2: TUES., SEPT. 10 • 10 AM-NOON
Digging Into Art
ERLANGER: TUES., SEPT. 3 • 6-8 PM
Dig into block printing with artist Emily Howard.
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recipes and tastings!
Kenton County Diabetes Wednesday Matinee COVINGTON: Support Group ERLANGER: TUES., SEPT. 3 • 6:30-8 PM
Join the Northern Kentucky Health Department for tips, resources and support.
NKY Accountability Group
WEDNESDAYS • 1-3:30 PM
Sept. 4: “Godzilla 2000” Sept. 11: “Godzilla vs. MechaGodzilla” Sept. 18: “Godzilla: Tokyo S.O.S” Sept. 25: “Godzilla: Final Wars”
ERLANGER: Kentucky WEDNESDAYS • 9:15-11:30 AM
Unemployed professional? Join other job seekers looking for work to get support and fresh ideas.
Guided Tour of the Kenton Co. Courthouse Records Room at Covington* OFF SITE: WED., SEPT. 4 • 9:30-11 AM
Staff from the Local History and Genealogy Department will show you how to research in the records room at the Kenton Co. Courthouse in Covington. Records available include marriages, wills, deed books, estate settlements and more!
Adult Education Classes*
ERLANGER: WED., SEPT. 4, 11, 18 & 25 4-7 PM MON., SEPT. 9, 16, 23 & 30 Dungeons 4-7 PM
Prepare for your GED. Call Rich at 859.442.1683 to register.
Microsoft Excel*
COVINGTON PART 1: THURS., SEPT. 5 • 10 AM-NOON PART 2: THURS., SEPT. 12 • 10 AM-NOON PART 3: THURS., SEPT. 19 • 10 AM-NOON WILLIAM E. DURR PART 1: TUES., SEPT. 10 • 6:30-8 PM PART 2: TUES., SEPT. 17 • 6:30-8:30 PM
and Dragons Game Night
ERLANGER: THURS., SEPT. 5 & 19 • 6-8:30 PM WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., SEPT. 9 • 6-8:30 PM COVINGTON: SAT., SEPT. 14 & 28 • 1-4 PM
Writers Group
ERLANGER: THURS., SEPT. 5 & 19 • 6:30-8 PM WILLIAM E. DURR MON., SEPT. 16 • 6:30-8:30 PM
Share your work and give feedback in this writing group for writers of all genres.
Book Clubs J O I N Craft Club*
Create with Karla: Welcome Fall Wood Sign*
ERLANGER: THURS., SEPT. 5 & 19 6:30-8:30 PM
Sept. 5: Landscape Weaving Sept. 19: DIY Geode Bath Bombs
Tai Chi
COVINGTON: SAT., SEPT. 7 • 10 AM-NOON
You pick your own words and learn chalk painting and stenciling techniques.
Investment Research with Morningstar*
WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., SEPT. 6 & 20 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.
Recovery Month Films COVINGTON: FRIDAYS • 1-3:30 PM
COVINGTON: SAT., SEPT. 7 • 11 AM-NOON
Learn how to research stocks & mutual fund investments with the Library’s Morningstar database.
Magic! The Gathering
We are showing some films about addiction and recovery for National Recovery Month. Sept. 6: “28 Days” Sept. 13: “When a Man Loves a Woman” Sept. 20: “My Name is Bill W.” Sept. 27: “Trainspotting”
ERLANGER: SAT., SEPT. 7 & 21 • NOON-3 PM
Join other players aged 13+ to play Magic: The Gathering. Bring your own deck, or one can be provided for beginners.
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THE BOOKIES BOOK CLUB WED., SEPT. 4 • 7-8 PM
“America’s First Daughter” by Stephanie Dray
William E. Durr TUES., SEPT. 17 • 7-8:30 PM
“Radium Girls” by Kate Moore
Books On Tap
OFF SITE: • WED., SEPT. 25 • 7-8:30 PM
“The Goblin Emperor” by Katherine Addison Discussion is held at: Braxton Brewing Company, 27 W 7th St, Covington, KY 41011
Make It With Jackie: Greeting Cards* WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., SEPT. 8 • 2-4 PM
Mah Jongg Madness
WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., SEPT. 9, 16 & 30 1-4 PM
Games are played with the National Mah Jongg League cards and rules.
Join crafty lady Jackie Waibel and learn how to make personalized greeting cards.
Homesteaders Club: Rocket Mass Heaters WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., SEPT. 8 • 3-4 PM
Learn how to create rocket mass heaters.
Beginner Yoga!
WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., SEPT. 9 • 6 -7 PM
This class will increase flexibility, reduce stress, calm your mind, and help you relax. Bringing a yoga mat is advised but not required!
Toastmasters
ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 9, 23 & 30 7-8:30 PM
Toastmasters help people develop public speaking and leadership skills-with enjoyment. Adults only please.
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*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 SCORE: Free Advice for Businesses and Entrepreneurs*
Financial Literacy: Financial Reset
WILLIAM E. DURR:
ERLANGER: THURS., SEPT. 12 • 7-8:30 PM TUES., SEPT. 10, 17 & 24 COVAS Meeting 9 AM-1:30 PM COVINGTON: SCORE, an all-volunteer THURS., SEPT. 12 • 7-8:30 PM
organization of experienced business professionals who provide free advice to entrepreneurs. Contact SCORE at www.greatercincinnati.score. org
GenTech Tuesday: Genealogy for Beginners*
COVINGTON: TUES., SEPT. 10 • 10-11 AM TUES., SEPT. 24 • 2-3 PM
Learn some tips and tricks for researching your family history.
Hygge Night*
Join us for the monthly meeting of the Central Ohio Valley Archaeological Society. Guest speakers present on a variety of topics each month.
Film Friday: “The Public”
Small Business Dream to Reality - What it Takes*
COVINGTON: SAT., SEPT. 14 • 10-11 AM & 2-3 PM
Call the Local History & Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 and reserve a one-hour session to discuss resources and search strategies.
Let’s Get Crafty!*
WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., SEPT. 14 • 1-3 PM
Join us for an exciting afternoon of open crafting! There will ERLANGER: be both self-led crafts and FRI., SEPT. 13 • 1-3 PM, REPEATED projects with instructions AT 6 PM available around the room; we Come see Emilio Estevez will start with one project and in “The Public”! see what time allows!
Chair Yoga!
WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., SEPT. 13 • 2-3 PM
ERLANGER: Find mobility in a way that TUES., SEPT. 10 • 6-8 PM
Have a hygge-lig night at the Library with soap making, tea, board games, and a movie!
One-On-One Genealogy Research Assistance*
is soft and gentle but also supportive and beneficial. Bringing a yoga mat is advised but not required!
Downton Abbey Tea Time* COVINGTON: SUN., SEPT. 15 • 2-4 PM
Wear your best hat and join us as we watch the series finale of “Downton Abbey” while sipping on tea and eating tea cookies and tiny sandwiches. See online for more details.
Crafting with Krysta!*
COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 16 • 6-8 PM
Craft supply clean-out! Come make a craft from our leftover supplies. All materials provided.
Intermediate Yoga! WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., SEPT. 16 • 6-7 PM
Stretch and strengthen your body. Bringing a yoga mat is advised but not required!
Boosting Your Career Through Networking COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 16 • 6-7 PM
Learn what networking is and how it works to advance your career and business.
First Time Computer Users*
COVINGTON: TUES., SEPT. 17 • 10 AM-NOON
If you have never turned on the computer, then this is the place for you.
ERLANGER: TUES., SEPT. 10 • 7-8 PM
Presented by SCORE, an all-volunteer organization of experienced business professionals who provide free advice to entrepreneurs.
Ukulele Jam with Cool Hand Ukes
ERLANGER: WED., SEPT. 11 • 6-8 PM
Come out and jam along with this open group of ukulele players, or just come and listen!
Harry Potter Trivia!
ERLANGER: WED., SEPT. 11 • 6:30-8:30 PM
Teams of 2-6 can compete for prizes and enjoy themed snacks, music, and crafts between rounds. Costumes are encouraged!
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Old Friends: a Simon & Garfunkel Tribute Concert* ERLANGER: SAT., SEPT. 14 • 6:30-8 PM
Old Friends, starring Nick Foresman and Jason Elsenheimer, pays the ultimate homage to the classic American duo, Simon & Garfunkel!
Open Gaming
ERLANGER: SAT., SEPT. 21 • 2-4 PM
Open gaming at the Library! Try out our Nintendo Switch or WiiU for ages 8+.
Snack & Learn: Beer Cheese*
Green Light Group Mock Interview Session*
ERLANGER: TUES., SEPT. 24 • 9:30-11:30 AM
ERLANGER: Do a 30-minute mock interview TUES., SEPT. 17 • 6:30-7:30 PM for a prospective job with a
Learn all about the history of beer cheese, tastings and a book signing from local expert, Garin Pirnia. Copies of “The Beer Cheese Book” will be available for purchase.
career counselor. First come, first served.
Keep On Spinning! The Vinyl Record Club
Come to the Library to learn some bee-riffic recipes and enjoy a demonstration. Samples provided.
WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., SEPT. 17 • 7-8 PM
Stop in to listen to, chat about, and fully experience vinyl records.
Exploring the Internet* COVINGTON PART 1: WED., SEPT. 18 • 10 AM-NOON PART 2: WED., SEPT. 25 • 10 AM-NOON
Hooks & Needles
COVINGTON: THURS., SEPT. 19 • 2-4 PM
Bring your current knitting or crochet project and join an expert needlecrafter for tips, advice, fun and sharing. Beginners welcome.
Dominos & Donuts
The Art of the Side Hustle
COVINGTON: SAT., SEPT. 28 • 6-10 PM Join us for a kickoff of Family History Month! To celebrate, we’ll have open research all night long, and a prize raffle. Refreshments will be served.
Test Kitchen: Honey*
ERLANGER: TUES., SEPT. 24 • 7-8 PM
Teal Gate Studio LinkedIn Photo Session*
ERLANGER: WED., SEPT. 25 • 11:30 AM-1 PM
Get your LinkedIn photo taken by professional photographer for free.
Classic Movie Matinee
Bee-Themed Silhouette Art*
NKY Health Department Recovery Month HIV ERLANGER: Testing Program
ERLANGER: THURS., SEPT. 26 • 6:30-8:30 PM WED., SEPT. 25 • 1-3 PM Create a beautiful, framed
Enjoy a classic film and free snacks! See “Double Indemnity” starring Barbara Stanwyck!
Job Searching and the Internet*
COVINGTON: THURS., SEPT. 26 • 10 AM-NOON
ERLANGER: The class covers what you need to have before you get FRI., SEPT. 20 • 9:30-11 AM
Wake up at the Library with fresh donuts, coffee, and a game of dominos.
Genealogy Lock-In*
on the Internet, strategies for applying online, tips on creating a resume for a specific position, and some other ways to get hired.
piece of bee-themed silhouette art with old book pages.
Violin Dreams: Solo Bach and Saint-Saens Fantaisie with Jennifer and Rafael Roig-Francoli
COVINGTON: SAT., SEPT. 28 • 1-2 PM
Bach and Saint-Saëns concert with Jennifer and Rafael Francoli.
COVINGTON: SAT., SEPT. 28 • 1-4 PM
Please call the Northern Kentucky Health Department at 859.341.4264, EXT 2085 for more information.
Art Tiles
COVINGTON: MON., SEPT. 30 • 6-8 PM
Create a set of beautiful marbleized tiles with simple materials.
COVINGTON: SAT., SEPT. 21 • 1-3 PM
Learn creative ways to make extra cash, even with a full-time job. Meet other people already doing it!
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Teen Stuff
*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Yoga!
Beginner Yoga
WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., SEPT. 9 • 6 -7 PM
This class will increase flexibility, reduce stress, calm your mind, and help you relax. Bringing a Yoga mat is advised but not required!
Intermediate Yoga WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., SEPT. 16 • 6-7 PM
Beginner and Beyond Flow to stretch and strengthen body. Bringing a yoga mat is advised but not required!
Teen Space
Magic! The Gathering
Homeschool Art Club: Sharpie Mugs
play Magic: The Gathering.
Each month create a new art project!
WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., SEPT. 13 • 6-8 PM
Library Teen Cafe
Play Time
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.
Want to take a break and pretend you’re a little kid again? Come to this program for cartoons, songs, toys, and games!
WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., SEPT. 10 • 6-8 PM
Haunt Your Library Writing Contest
COVINGTON: SEPT. 14 - OCT. 19
Enter an original poem or tale in the Library’s 17th annual spooky writing contest. Deadline for entries is October 19. Limit of 700 words. Winners will be announced and prizes awarded on October 19. Submit entries to the Covington Children’s Department or email a Word document to writingcontest@ kentonlibrary.org. Entries must include child’s name, age, address, phone, email address, school and grade level.
WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., SEPT. 19 • 6-8 PM
Open Gaming
ERLANGER: SAT., SEPT. 21 • 2-4 PM
Open gaming at the Library! Try out our Nintendo Switch or WiiU for ages 8+.
DIY Color
ERLANGER: ERLANGER: Changing Mugs* SAT., SEPT. 7 & 21 • NOON-3 PM MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS ERLANGER: 4-5 PM Join other players aged 13+ to WED., SEPT. 18 • 6-7 PM
WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., SEPT. 4 • 10:30-11:30 AM
Edible Teen Terrariums*
ERLANGER: WED., SEPT. 4 • 6-7 PM
Create a beautiful terrarium with a twist- you get to eat it too!
Dungeons and Dragons Game Night
ERLANGER: THURS., SEPT. 5 & 19 • 6-8:30 PM
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Teens use color changing pigments Anime Club on a coffee mug for ERLANGER: maximum impact! MON., SEPT. 9 • 5:30-7 PM Join other teens as we watch new Japanese Anime!
Hooks & Needles
COVINGTON: THURS., SEPT. 19 2-4 PM
Bring your current knitting or crochet project and join us for two hours of tips, advice, fun and sharing.
DIY Honey Face Masks*
ERLANGER: MON., SEPT. 23 • 6-7 PM
Learn about the healing and restoring properties of honey for your skin. Samples provided.
AniManga Club
COVINGTON: TUES., SEPT. 24 • 6-8 PM
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
ERLANGER: WED., SEPT. 25 • 5-6 PM
Join fellow teens for pizza and brainstorm ideas for upcoming programs and service. One community service hour given.
Watch Anime classics or discover new faves. Enjoy Japanese snacks and manga drawing too!
Did You Know... Staff of the Kenton County Public Library get a lot of “I didn’t know the Library had that!” when responding to questions. The following is a list of the top 10 little known Library services: 1. FREE MEETING SPACES Whether you have a need to gather 400 or four people, the Library has a meeting space for you.
7. ONE-TO-ONE TECHNOLOGY APPOINTMENTS We can help with anything from iPads to laptops.To schedule an appointment, call 859.962.4004. 8. ACCOUNTABILITY GROUP & JOB SERVICES To learn all the Library can offer job seekers, visit kentonlibrary.org/job-search-central.
2. TOOL LENDING Anyone with a Kenton County Public Library card will be able to borrow tools for up to a week. For a list of tools, hours of operation and pickup location, visit kentonlibrary.org/tools. 3. NOTARY SERVICES Notary service is free and available at all locations. Please call to confirm availability 859.962.4000. For more information including ID requirements, see kentonlibrary.org/ notary-services. 4. FREE SCANNING SERVICES All branches offer a public scanning station. First come, first served. Please contact your branch for specifics. 5. POSTER MAKER Oversized printing is available at the STREAM Center in the Erlanger Branch and at the Covington Branch. There is a minimal materials fee. 6. EDUCATOR SERVICES The Library has several special services for educators. For a comprehensive list visit, www.kentonlibrary.org/children/educators.
9. INTERLIBRARY LOAN Looking for a book that the Library doesn’t own? Check out our Interlibrary loan option, https://www.kentonlibrary.org/ill. 10. E-BOOKS, DOWNLOADABLE MUSIC, ONLINE MAGAZINES Links at www.kentonlibrary. org/ebooks. SEPTEMBER 2019 9
Fun for Kids! *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Homeschooler’s Club: Go West!*
SCHOOL AGE WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., SEPT. 4 • 10:30-11:30 AM
Learn about the Westward Expansion in America and life on the Oregon Trail. Kids will make mini looms, play the Oregon Trail game, make real butter and pan for gold!
Cook-A-Book*
PRESCHOOL & SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: THURS., SEPT. 12 & 26 6:30-7:30 PM
Join us for our cooking series where we’ll read a book and then prepare a yummy treat! Each time features a different book and treat! Sept. 12: “Please, Mr. Panda” by Steve Antony, donut decorating Sept. 26: “The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog” by Mo Willems. Enjoy a hot dog.
Library Playgroup
AGES 0-5 AND THEIR FAMILIES COVINGTON: SAT., SEPT. 14 • 10 AM – NOON
Meet up with area parents while the children play! The Library provides sensory-friendly toys and books, coffee for parents, bagels and a small snack for the children. Siblings welcome.
Haunt Your Library Writing Contest
COVINGTON: SEPT. 14 - OCT. 19
Enter an original poem or tale in the Library’s 17th annual spooky writing contest. Deadline for entries is October 19. Limit PRESCHOOL & SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: of 700 words. Winners will be announced and prizes awarded FRI., SEPT. 13 • 5-6 PM on October 19. Submit entries Bilingual storytime is presented to the Covington Children’s in English and Spanish Department or email a Word allowing children to engage Puppy Tales* Donuts & Stories with document to writingcontest@ through stories, finger plays, SCHOOL AGE Grandma and Grandpa! kentonlibrary.org. Entries must music, activities, and crafts. WILLIAM E. DURR: AGES 2-12 include child’s name, age, “La hora del Cuento Bilingüe TUES., SEPT. 3, 10, 17, & 24 ERLANGER: es presentado en Inglès y address, phone, email address, 5:30-6:45 PM SAT., SEPT. 7 • 11 AM-NOON school and grade level. Español, permitiendo a los COVINGTON: Kids and toddlers bring SUN., SEPT. 8 • 2-3 PM niños engancharse a traves ERLANGER: Grandma and Grandpa de cuentos, juegos con los to the Library to celebrate SUN., SEPT. 15 • 2-4 PM dedos, mùsica, actividades, y Grandparents Day with stories, Children can read to a dog to manualidades.” sweets and crafts! build confidence and literacy skills.
The ROOK-ies
SCHOOL AGE WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., SEPT. 4 & 18 • 4:30-5:30 PM
Join our open play chess group. Practice the basics of the game, improve your thinking skills and progress to challenging an opponent. Some previous knowledge of chess is helpful.
Reading Buddies
SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: MONDAYS, STARTING SEPT. 9 4:30 -5:30 PM
Homespun: Discover Peru*
SCHOOL AGE HOMESCHOOLERS COVINGTON: WED., SEPT. 11 • 10:30 AM-NOON
September 15-October 15 is designated as National Hispanic Wild Wednesdays Heritage Month. In celebration, AGES 7-12 join us as we learn about the ERLANGER: people and culture of Peru WEDNESDAYS • 7-8 PM through stories, activities, and Sept. 4: Birthday Party! refreshments. Also, meet a real Sept. 11, 6:30 PM: Harry Potter live alpaca! Trivia. See Everyone. Sept. 18: Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day! Sept. 25: Bee Week
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Spanish-English Storytime
Engineering Club SCHOOL AGE
COVINGTON: TUES., SEPT. 10, 17 & 24 7-8 PM
Join us in the Children’s Makerspace and put your building and design skills to the test. We’ll be exploring a different engineering activity each week!
“Bee Happy” Puppet Show! ERLANGER: SUN., SEPT. 22 • 2-3 PM
Help us kick off “Bee Week” with a special performance by the Wump Mucket Puppets! “Bee Happy” is a lively performance featuring puppet stories that promote keeping our world cleaner and learning more about the world of bees.
Storytimes Ages 0-6 • Program length may vary R E G U L A R Baby Music and Rhyme Wiggletime
AGES 0-24 MONTHS; CAREGIVER REQUIRED ERLANGER: MON.,10 AM; TUE., 9:30 & 10:30 AM COVINGTON: THU.,10 AM WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., 9:30 AM; THU., 7 PM
Family Storytime AGES 0-6; CAREGIVER REQUIRED COVINGTON: WED., 7 PM ERLANGER: TUE., 6:30 PM
Toddler Storytime
Homeschool Club: Discover Learning Express
Small Talk: A Book Club for Homeschoolers*
SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: GRADES 3-6 ERLANGER: WED., SEPT. 25 • 10:30 AMNOON TUES., SEPT. 24 • 1:30-2:30 PM
The online resource Learning Express has homework help, GED and SAT and ACT Test Prep as well as job and career assistance and much more! Learn about all it has to offer as well as other help available from the Library.
Join us for discussion, activities, and refreshments. This month’s selection is “Everything on a Waffle” by Polly Horvath.
Poké-palooza!
PRESCHOOL TO AGE 12 COVINGTON: SAT., SEPT. 28 • 1-3 PM
Celebrate all things Pokémon with activities. Drop in any time between 1 PM and 3 PM. Complete all the challenges for a Poké-prize!
Playart with Baker Hunt
AGE 2; CAREGIVER REQUIRED COVINGTON: TUE., 11 AM
Toddler Time
AGES 2-3 ERLANGER: WED., 10 & 11 AM
Children can enjoy a storytime with puppets, music and dancing.
Tiny Toddlers Storytime
AGES 18 MOS.-2 YRS. WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., 10:30-11 AM
Bring your toddler to the Library for language enrichment with stories, songs, rhymes and playtime.
TODDLERS & PRESCHOOL OFF SITE: FRIDAYS IN SEPT. • 10-11 AM Enjoy a storytime and art project at The Baker Hunt Cultural Center. Baker Hunt is located at 620 Greenup St, Covington, KY 41011.
S C H E D U L E Rise and Shine
AGES 2-5; CAREGIVER REQUIRED ERLANGER: MON., 11 AM
Preschool Storytime AGES 3-5; CAREGIVER REQUIRED COVINGTON: TUE., 10 AM
Music and Motion with Joel the Singing Librarian AGES 3-5; CAREGIVER REQUIRED WILLIAM E. DURR: TUE., 10:30 AM
Playart
AGES 3-6; CAREGIVER REQUIRED WILLIAM E. DURR: THU.,10:30 AM & 2 PM
Blast Off to Kindergarten
AGES 3-5 ERLANGER: THU., 10 & 11:30 AM
Stories, activities, crafts and skills to help prepare children for kindergarten.
The S.M.A.R.T. Program
AGES 3-6 ERLANGER: FRI., 10 AM & 11:30 AM
Children will have fun with Science, Math, Art, Reading and Technology.
Scamper Squad
AGES 3-5 WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., 10:30 AM & 7 PM
Sing, dance and listen to stories as you learn about a new animal each week.
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Visit a Branch! Covington Branch
NONPROFIT ORG.
502 Scott Blvd. Covington, KY 41011
U.S. POSTAGE
Erlanger Branch
CINCINNATI, OHIO
William E. Durr Branch
Electronic Service Requested
PAID PERMIT NO. 1611
401 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018 1992 Walton-Nicholson Rd., Independence, KY 41051
Branch Hours MON-THU 9am-9pm FRI 9am-9pm
(Covington closes at 6pm)
SAT 10am-5pm
(Erlanger is open until 6pm)
SUN 1pm-5pm
Questions? 859.962.4000
The Library will be closed Sunday and Monday, September 1 & 2. kentonlibrary.org
SEPTEMBER FEATURE
Library Cardholder Bonus this September — Make and Take at the Library this Month Have you tried any of the Library’s makerspace items? If not here’s your chance! For the month of September, while supplies last, the Library is giving cardholders an opportunity to try several items in the makerspace areas for free or at a discounted rate. By showing your library card, you can: • Make a metal-stamped keychain or bracelet at the Durr Branch. • Bring in a t-shirt or tote bag to do one free paper or vinyl heat transfer using our heat press and either the photo printer or the Silhouette Cameo at the Covington Branch. • Receive $4 in credit towards poster printing at the Erlanger Branch. This offer is good to those with a valid Kenton County Public Library card while supplies last. Please call the Covington Branch and Erlanger Branch to make an appointment to print or use the heat transfer or Silhouette Cameo by calling 859.962-4071 or the Erlanger STREAM Center at 859.962.4331. 12 SEPTEMBER 2019