Kenton County Public Library September 2022 Events

September 2022

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PG 2-3 EVERYONE PG 3-7 ADULTS PG 8-9 TEENS PG 9-11 KIDS

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Everyone’s Invited! *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Library Reading Challenge* ALL MONTH

Say hi to the library chickens at the Durr Branch during the Kenton County Farm Tour!

Check out the library’s Beanstack page for this month’s reading challenge. Paper logs will be available at each branch.

Needle Arts Group

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 1 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Join us for a gathering of fellow needle crafters for a casual drop-in session.

Opening of Traveling Panel Exhibition

COVINGTON BRANCH: SAT., SEPT. 10

Come to the Covington Children’s Department to celebrate the unveiling of a month-long exhibit of African American Children’s Illustrated Literature with a full day of fun events! At 10:30 am, award-winning author/illustrator Shadra Strickland will present a family-friendly reading and art demonstration; at 1:30 pm, come join emerging local artist

Tamia A. Saunders as she discusses her work through colorful illustration. For more information on the exhibit’s origins, visit https://sites.miamioh.edu/ tellingapeoplesstory/ exhibition/

Chess Club

COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 13 & 27 • 5-7 PM

New and experienced chess players welcome! Play some games and share some ideas.

Kenton County Farm Tour The ROOK-ies Chess Group

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 14 & 28 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.

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: SAT., SEPT. 17 • 9 AM-2 PM

Stop by the Durr Branch during the Farm Tour. Explore our garden and say hi to the library chickens. Enjoy music, refreshments, games, and pumpkins from our patch while supplies last.

Great Outdoor Weekend: Create and Connect*

OFF SITE (SHELTER #3, LINCOLN RIDGE PARK, 420 INDEPENDENCE STATION ROAD): SAT., SEPT. 24 • 2-4 PM

Sharks! With the Newport Aquarium

Create crafts then connect with nature and each other during a guided hike with scavenger hunts. Co-hosted by Kenton County Parks and Recreation.

LEARN ALL

Erlanger Summer Sendoff

ABOUT SHARKS!

OFF SITE (SILVERLAKE PARK): SAT., SEPT. 24 • 4-10 PM

ALL AGES

ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 21 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Join the WAVE Foundation and their shark cart to see and learn all about sharks! You might even get to pet one!

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Join KCPL and the City of Erlanger at the 2nd Annual Erlanger Summer Sendoff at Silverlake Park. The event will showcase different food and drink trucks, multiple musical performances, activities for kids of all ages, craft and art vendors, and so much more, including the KCPL Outreach van and KCPL STREAM activities.

Art Supply Free Store

Author Visit: Ruta Sepetys

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 22 • 4-6 PM Take your pick of our gently used materials and supplies at no cost!

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 22 • 6:30-8 PM

Ruta Sepetys is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of historical fiction.

She has won the Carnegie Medal and many other book prizes with her work, which tells the stories of those marginalized in history. Her books are read by students and adults. She is the author of “Between Shades of Gray,” “Out of the Easy,” “Salt to the Sea,” and more.

Author’s talk will be followed by a book sale and signing. Sponsored by the KCPL Foundation.

Adult Events *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 One-On-One Genealogy Research Assistance COVINGTON BRANCH: ALL MONTH

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 859.962.4070 or email kate.mckenzie@ kentonlibrary.org to coordinate a donation or to ask questions.

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

GED*

• Testing

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURSDAYS • 2-6 PM

Register at GED.com for a testing appointment at our site.

• Prep ERLANGER BRANCH: MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS 4-7 PM

Prepare for your GED. Call 859.442.1166 to register.

Needle Arts Group

Senior Social and Games

Join us for a gathering of fellow needle crafters for a casual drop-in session.

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

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 1 • 6:30-8:30 PM

First Time Computer Use

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 1 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Learn the basics of using a computer.

Yoga in the Park Series* OFF SITE (DEVOU PARK): THURS., SEPT. 1 & 8 6:30 -7:30 PM

Reduce your stress, enjoy the outdoors, and relax your body.

ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., SEPT. 2, 16 & 30 10:30 AM-11:30 AM

Tai Chi

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: FRI., SEPT. 2, 16 & 30 10:30-11:30 AM COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 14 10:30-11:30 AM ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 28 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Master Fahey, will teach an easy course in the gentle and lowimpact martial art of Tai Chi.

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

ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 7 & 21 1:30-3:30 PM

An afternoon crafting series.

Each session we will do a new craft or learn a new skill.

HIIT Bootcamp Class* Coffee and Conversations

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

Learn about various community resources that are available.

Adventures in the Archives

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 6 & 20 • 6-6:30 PM

Join BJ and Kagan from Affordable Athletic Supplements for a fun, energetic workout.

Sci-Fi Roleplay Club

COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 6 & 20 • 6-8 PM

Play Wrath & Glory, a YOUTUBE: Warhammer 40k RPG. FRI., SEPT. 2 • 2-2:30 PM Learn about a recent Mackoy family donation, and how it’s related to another Mackoy family collection in the archives!

Staff from the Local History and Genealogy Department share the stories behind items held in our archives.

Life’s Thimble Pleasures: Needle Felting*

Dungeons and Dragons of Durr

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 6 • 6:30-8:30 PM

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 6 & 20 • 8-9 AM

All skill levels welcome.

COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 6 & 20 • 6-8 PM

Learn some tips and tricks and work on your project.

Writers’ Group

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

Walking Clubs

COVINGTON BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS • 8 AM ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., SEPT. 9 & 23 • 8 AM

Memory Café

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 7 • 1-2 PM

Are you or someone you love suffering from memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer’s or brain injury? If so, our Memory Café is for you. Patients and caregivers will find a space that is relaxing, fun and informational.

Catch-up Crafting COVINGTON BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS • 6-8 PM

This program is open to anyone who has a craft that they’ve been putting off finishing or to those that just need a space to work.

White Belt Through Breakthrough Performance*

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 8 • 9 AM-1 PM

Individuals will learn what Lean Six Sigma is, how it was developed, and the tools it uses to streamline and improve results in production and service industries.

Sew What!

Tortilla Warmer*

ERLANGER BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS 7-8:30 PM

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

This month make a tortilla warmer.

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Covington Adventure’s Club

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 8 & 22 • 6-8 PM

A Dungeons and Dragons club.

Craft Club*

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 8 & 22 6:30-8:30 PM

9/8: Paint Pour 9/22: Tin Punching

Introduction to Online Learning*

ZOOM: FRI., SEPT. 9 • 10:30-11:30 AM

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

Friday Movie Matinee: “A Streetcar Named Desire” ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., SEPT. 9 • 1:30-3:30 PM

This month’s movie is “A Streetcar Named Desire.” 1951, PG, 2hr 2min

Reflections in Nature

OFFSITE (DEVOU PARK): SAT., SEPT. 10 • 10:30 AM

Make It With Jackie!* WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: SUN., SEPT. 11 • 2-4 PM

Learn how to make personalized greeting cards.

Zumba Gold: Dancing to the Oldies!* WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 12 • 10-11 AM

Join us for this Zumba Gold series.

Garden Club*

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 12 • 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! This month we will make concrete stepping stones.

Web Wednesdays with John and Dawn*

Trauma Informed Care Workshop*

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 12 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Understand the differences in the types of traumas we all face.

Learn how to develop strategies to combat their effects on your life.

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 14, 21 & 28 • 6-7:30 PM Join us for this three-part series where you will learn how to create a visually appealing professional website or blog using WordPress — without any coding!

9/14: Getting Started 9/21: Creating Your Site 9/28: Finishing Touches

Sunset Yoga

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 12 • 6:30 PM

Toastmasters

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 12 & 26 6:30-8:30 PM

Gain confidence with public speaking. No pressure to participate until you are ready and comfortable.

Musical Matinee: “Oklahoma!”

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 13 • 1:30-4 PM

Discovering Your Purpose*

1955, rated G, 2h 25m

Embroidery Club*

ZOOM: PART 1: WED., SEPT. 21 • 6:30-8:30 PM PART 2: WED., SEPT. 28 • 6:30-8:30 PM

COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 13 & 27 • 6-8 PM

Supplies available.

Cooking with Dagmar*

Explore how to truly discover your purpose.

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 14 • 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., SEPT. 14 • 6-8 PM

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

DIY Cat Tent*

The Mackoy Family

Password Management 101*

COVINGTON BRANCH: YOUTUBE: THURS., SEPT. 22 • 10-11 AM FRI., SEPT. 16 • 2 -2:30 PM

Join us on our YouTube channel as we explore the history of the Mackoy Family in Covington, featuring photos from the library’s Faces & Places database and treasures from the Harry Brent Mackoy collection in our archives.

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 15 • 6-7 PM

Acrylic Painting*

With the help of a T-shirt and some wire hangers we can make a cozy little home for a feline friend!

Join us for a night of acrylic painting. Ages 14 & up.

COVINGTON BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 19 • 6-8 PM

Learn about what makes strong passwords, and multiple methods to keep them straight.

Chair Yoga*

COVINGTON BRANCH & ZOOM: THURS., SEPT. 22 • 11-11:45 AM

Through the use of yoga props and chairs, you’ll reset your system, increase your blood flow and leave feeling stretched and de-stressed.

Library Paint Night!*

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 22 & 29 6-7:30 PM

Learn to create a beautiful painting with step-by-step directions.

Invasive Plant Identification

COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 21 • 6-8 PM

Learn how to identify and manage local invasive plants through best management practices and discover better choices to replace them.

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Book Clubs J O I N Author Visit: Ruta Sepetys* ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 22 • 6:30-8 PM

See For Everyone, page 7.

Goat Yoga*

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: SUN., SEPT. 25 • NOON-1 PM

Join us for this unique experience where we practice yoga with goats! Bring a yoga mat or towel for the yoga practice and a readiness to interact with goats, as they may lay on and around you during the class.

DIY Card Making*

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 27 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn how to make personalized greeting cards.

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Chair Exercise

The Bookies *

In-Person DAR Research Assistance*

Pick up your copy of “Fahrenheit 451”

by Ray Bradbury.

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 27 • 11 AM

COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 28 • 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.

Hooks and Needles

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

Why Did They Do That?

Book to Movie Club: “The House of Gucci”* ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., SEPT. 9 • 5-5:45 PM

Join us this month to discuss the book and movie, “The House of Gucci.”

Wine About It: “Rock Paper Scissors”*

ZOOM: THURS., SEPT. 15 • 6-7 PM

COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 28 • 2-4 PM

This month, read Alice Feeney’s “Rock Paper Scissors.”

Knitters and crocheters bring your projects or start something new.

Case Files: True Crime

Smart Phone Q&A*

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 29 • 10-11 AM

Bring your concerns and/or problems in and we can tackle them together.

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 19 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Read “The Devil in the White City”

by Erik Larson.

Adult Book Discussion

ZOOM: TUES., SEPT. 20 • 7-8:30 PM WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 27 • 7-8:30 PM

Join us for a discussion of “Night Tiger” by Yangsze Choo.

The Read to Succeed Book Club* ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 27 • 7-8 PM

Whether you’re looking for professional or personal development, join us as we discuss titles that are meant to move you forward and help you grow. Join us for a discussion of Malcolm Gladwell’s “Talking to Strangers.”

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Career & Job Services *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4002 Federal Resumé Workshop*

ZOOM: THURS., SEPT. 1 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn how to prepare a resumé to apply for Federal jobs and use USA Jobs, the government’s website.

DIY Business Cards*

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 1 • 10-11 AM

Make networking easier, design and print your own business cards same day.

Job Search Success for Beginners*

COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 6 & 13 • 10 AM-NOON

9/6-Part 1: Learn job search methods, developing an elevator pitch, resumés and cover letters.

9/13-Part 2: This workshop will cover types of interviews, how to prepare and conduct yourself in interviews. Participate in a mock interview.

Build Your LinkedIn Profile*

Kentucky Career Center Corner

ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 7 & 21 • 1-5 PM

Meet with a KCC Specialist to help you find a job, access American Job Center resources or get direction on Unemployment Insurance.

Microsoft Word: Basics* COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 8 • 10-11 AM

Use Data Axle to Build a Target Company List for Your Job Search* ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., SEPT. 9 • 10-11:30 AM

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

Advanced Excel*

ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., SEPT. 10 • 10:30 AM-NOON

Learn sorting, filtering, and different ways to view your worksheets.

Power Your Job Search

ZOOM: with Google Tools* TUES., SEPT. 6, 13 & 27 • 6-7:30 PM COVINGTON BRANCH: 9/6-Session 1: MON., SEPT. 12 • 10-11 AM

Privacy Settings & Setting Up Your Career Interests 9/13-Session 2: LinkedIn Profile Optimization & Choosing the Right Keywords for Your Profile 9/27-Session 3: Applying for a Job, Using Filters & Reaching Out to Hiring Managers

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.

Discuss how to organize your job search and use Google tools to make your search easier and more efficient.

Networking to Grow Your Personal Boardroom*

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 13 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn networking fundamentals, building confidence and how to organize your network.

Transferable Skills Workshop*

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 15 • 10-11:30 AM

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

Microsoft Excel - Basics* COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 15 • 10-11 AM

Learn how to make a budget using Excel.

Managing ATS Workshop*

Discovering Your Purpose*

ZOOM: PART 1: WED., SEPT. 21 • 6:30-8:30 PM PART 2: WED., SEPT. 28 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Explore how to truly discover your

purpose.

ZOOM: FRI., SEPT. 16 • 10 AM-NOON A knowledgeable instructor will expertly guide you through the complex nature of Applicant Tracking Software and the system’s influence in today’s job search process.

Using Personality Assessments to Help with Job & Career Transition* ZOOM: MON., SEPT. 19 • 2-3:30 PM

Learn how to utilize Cloverleaf, a free software, to analyze your personality, strengths, and culture preferences as you pursue a job or career change.

Create a Spotlight Document*

ZOOM: MON., SEPT. 19 • 6-7:30 PM

Learn to format a spotlight document as a part of your personal branding for your career.

Great for use in networking meetings.

Elevator Pitch Power Hour* COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 20 • 10-11 AM

Learn how to present your professional experience, accomplishments, and job search goals in a succinct and persuasive way.

Building Your Career Pathway*

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 20 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Learn to think logically about your future and turn ideas into action plans.

Exploring O*Net Online*

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 22 • 2-3 PM

Explore how to use O*NET to research salary ranges, plan career changes, and improve your resumé.

Get Started: Begin Your Career Transition With Us*

ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., SEPT. 23 • 9:30-11:30 AM

Join Volunteer Career Coach, Hildy Bonhaus for an orientation on getting started.

Using Macros in Excel*

ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., SEPT. 24 • 10:30 AM-NOON

In this class, you will learn how macros can save you time in Excel.

Interviewing Skills Workshop*

ZOOM: MON., SEPT. 26 • 6-7:30 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.

Improve Your Resumé with Practical Strategies*

COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 27 • 2- 3 PM

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

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Teen Stuff

*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Yoga in the Park Series* OFF SITE (DEVOU PARK): THURSDAYS • 6:30-7:30 PM

Reduce your stress, enjoy the outdoors and relax your body.

Bootcamp Class*

Teen Game & Hang

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 12 • 4-5 PM

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

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 6 & 20 • 6-6:30 PM

Join BJ and Kagan from Affordable Athletic Supplements for a fun, energetic workout combining High Intensity Interval Training, agility, core conditioning and flexibility training.

Mario Kart Tournament ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 6 • 6-7 PM

Come hang with other teens while playing Mario Kart! Snacks will be provided.

Sci-Fi Roleplay Club

COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 6 & 20 • 6-8 PM

For RPG fans looking a break from D&D and ready for something a little more Sci-Fi.

Teen Art Kits

COVINGTON BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS • 3:30-4:30 PM

Family Craft Night: Woodland Creatures* COVINGTON BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 12 • 6-7:30 PM

Paint/decorate your own woodland creature.

Library Teen Cafe

Microsoft Excel: Basics* COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 15 • 10-11 AM

Teen Gaming: Acron Attack of the Squirrels ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 15 • 4-5 PM

Read then discuss “The Maze Runner” by James Dashner.

Pick up books at the Erlanger Branch.

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 13 • 6-7 PM

Create various types of crafts with other teens.

Come spend an afternoon playing a fun party game called Acron Attack of the Squirrels!* Four squirrels will try to steal acorns from a magical tree trying to defend itself! *This game utilizes an Oculus Quest so participants will need to be 13+ to participate and have a signed permission slip filled out before the date of the program.

Covington Adventure’s Club

Tai Chi

Animanga Club

A new art kit will be available each Wednesday to take home or do at the library.

No Adults Allowed: Teen Book Club

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 8 • 4-5 PM

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 8 & 22 • 6-8 PM

A Dungeons and Dragons club.

Anime Club

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: FRI., SEPT. 9 • 6-8 PM

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

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WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 13 • 6-8 PM

Hang out at the Library Teen Cafe for coffee, snacks, and conversations.

Teens Create: Open Crafting*

COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 14 10:30-11:30 AM ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 28 • 6:30-7:30 PM

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

COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 15 • 6-8 PM ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 26 • 4-5 PM

Watch Anime and hang out, draw, and chat.

Teen Creative Writing Group

COVINGTON BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 19 • 4-6 PM

A group for teens looking to flex their creative writing muscles with challenges and prompts provided.

Teen Writer’s Group

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 19 • 4-5 PM

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

Acrylic Painting*

AGES 14+ COVINGTON BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 19 • 6-8 PM

Join us at the library for a night of acrylic painting.

Safe Space

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 20 • 6-7 PM

This is a safe space for teens to be themselves, hang out with other teens, and take home some valuable resources.

Snacks will be provided.

Author Visit: Ruta Sepetys*

LGBTQA+ Youth Book Club

Family Craft Night: Diamond Art*

Ruta Sepetys is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of historical fiction. She has won the Carnegie Medal and many other book prizes with her work, which tells the stories of those marginalized in history.

Her books are read by students and adults. She is the author of “Between Shades of Gray,” “Out of the Easy,” “Salt to the Sea,” and more. Author’s talk will be followed by a book sale and signing. Sponsored by the KCPL Foundation.

Book selection will be announced soon! Copies of the book available at the NKY Pride Center or at the Covington branch.

Diamond art will vary. One per person.

Goat Yoga*

ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 27 • 6-7 PM

ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 22 • 6:30-8 PM

LOCATION: COVINGTON BRANCH: FRI., SEPT. 23 • 4-5 PM MON., SEPT. 26 • 6-7:30 PM

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: SUN., SEPT. 25 • NOON-1 PM

Join us for this unique experience where we practice yoga with goats! Please bring a yoga mat or towel.

Teen Space

ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 26 • 4-5 PM

Teens can hang out with friends and enjoy snacks and games.

If weather permits, we will be outdoors.

Teens Create: Vision Boards*

Teens can hang out and create their own vision boards.

High School After Hours

WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: FRI., SEPT. 30 • 7-9 PM

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

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

AGES 5-12 ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 1 • 6-7 PM

Children are invited to read with a therapy dog. We’ll provide lots of fun books. Time slots are first come, first serve upon arrival.

¡Cuéntame un Cuento! / Bilingual Storytime AGES 3-5 WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: THURS., SEPT. 1 • 6:30-7 PM

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.

Karma Kids*

AGES 5-12 ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 6 •1:30 2:30 PM

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

Yoga in the Park Series* AGES 5-12 OFF SITE (DEVOU PARK): THURSDAYS • 6:30-7:30 PM

Reduce your stress, enjoy the outdoors, and relax your body.

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

Donuts & Stories with Grandma and Grandpa!*

AGES 3-8 ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., SEPT. 10 • 10:30-11:30 AM Enjoy fun stories, make a special keepsake gift for Grandparent’s Day and have a donut!

Reading Buddies*

AGES 3-12 ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 12 & 19 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.

Family Craft Night*:

COVINGTON BRANCH: MON., SEPT. 12 & 26 • 6-7:30 PM

Join us for a family craft.

Homeschool Tweens: Masking Tape Art*

AGES 9-12 ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 13 • 1:30-2:30 PM

Create original pieces of art using masking tape, paint, and canvases.

Wild Wednesdays!

AGES 8-12 ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 7, 14 & 28 • 7-8 PM

9/7: Mini Animal Habitats Adopt a mini animal eraser and make it a special little home to live in.

9/14: Kinder Oktoberfest Children can gear up for Oktoberfest season with pretzels, the chicken dance, games, and more!

9/28: Messy Art Create various art projects with paint and canvas by spinning, splattering, and more! This event will be held outdoors, weather permitting.

A Mid-Autumn Festival Storytime Celebration!

AGES 3-8 ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., SEPT. 9 • 10-11 AM

Celebrate the Asian MidAutumn Festival a day early with stories, songs, crafts and treat in honor of the moon, autumn and a white jade rabbit.

Homeschool Homespun: All About Apples!

KINDERGARTEN – THIRD GRADE ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 13 • 1:30-2:30 PM

Experience a taste test of different types of apples, make apple art and learn about Johnny Appleseed!

Cook-A-Book: Soul Food Sunday* AGES 3-8 COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 14 • 7-8 PM

We’ll read “Soul Food Sunday”

by Winsome Bingham, and then we’ll make our own little batches of gooey mac & cheese.

Sensory Open Play

UP TO AGE 8 WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: FRI., SEPT. 16, 23 & 30 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.

Jump in the bounce house, climb through the tunnels, and soar from the trampoline onto the crash pad during this exciting and lively event!

My First Library Card Party

AGES 3-8 ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., SEPT. 17 • 11 AM-NOON

Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month by signing your little up for their first library card. We’ll learn about all the fun things you can get with a library card while reading and crafting.

Intro to Poetry*

AGES 5-12 COVINGTON BRANCH: SAT., SEPT. 10 • 1-2 PM

Learn about the art of poetry.

When I Grow Up: A Career Exploration Fair for Children UP TO AGE 12 WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: SAT., SEPT. 10 • 1-3 PM

Learn about the variety of careers that are available in a broad range of areas.

BookTalk: “Starfish”*

AGES 9-12 COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 21 6:30-8 PM

Pick up a copy of the book “Starfish” by Lisa Fipps and join us for snacks, discussion, and book talks to help you find your next

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great read.

Goat Yoga*

AGES 5-12 WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: SUN., SEPT. 25 • NOON-1 PM

Join us for this unique experience where we practice yoga with goats! Please bring a yoga mat or towel.

Storytimes Ages 0-6 • Program length may vary Rise & Shine Storytime AGES 2-5 ERLANGER BRANCH: MONDAYS • 10-10:30 AM & 11:30-NOON

Children ages 2-5 and their caregiver will enjoy stories, rhymes, and more in this storytime!

Music & Motion with the Singing Librarian AGES 2-5 DURR BRANCH: MONDAYS • 10:30-11 AM

Scamper Squad

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

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

Down the Rabbit Hole: A Reading Experience with Rabbits*

Baby Music, Rhyme & Wiggletime

UP TO AGE 12 WILLIAM E. DURR BRANCH: SUN., SEPT. 18 • 2-4 PM TUES., SEPT. 20 • 6-8 PM

Join us on our “Down the Rabbit Hole” adventure to wonderland with our favorite library mascots: Luna and Lola.

Read. Make. Play.

Sharks! With the Newport Aquarium

Children 3 and up are invited to drop in any time for fun sensory play and art.

UP TO AGE 12 ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., SEPT. 21 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Join the WAVE Foundation and their shark cart to see and learn all about sharks! You might even get to pet one!

AGES 3+ ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 27 • 9 AM-4 PM

Tween Time*

AGES 9-12 COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., SEPT. 27 • 4-5 PM

Lots of fun activities for tweens!

BABIES UP TO 24 MONTHS ERLANGER BRANCH: TUESDAYS • 9:30-10:15 AM & 11-11:45 AM DURR BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:30 AM

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

Blast Off to Kindergarten*

AGES 3-6 COVINGTON BRANCH: TUESDAYS • 11 AM-NOON ERLANGER BRANCH: THURSDAYS • 10-11 AM & 11:30-12:15 PM

Enjoy stories, activities, crafts, and skills to prepare for kindergarten.

Toddler Storytime

AGES 2-3 COVINGTON BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS 10 AM - 10:30 AM ERLANGER BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS 10 AM & 11 AM

Enjoy stories, songs and more.

Tiny Toddlers

AGES 18-36 MONTHS DURR BRANCH: WEDNESDAY • 11 AM-NOON

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

Preschool Storytime

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

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

Playart

AGES 3-5 DURR BRANCH: THURSDAY • 10:30-11 AM

Listen to a story, make a craft, and enjoy an activity inspired by the book.

Baby Storytime

BABIES UP TO 24 MONTHS COVINGTON BRANCH: THURSDAYS • 11 AM-NOON

Develop your baby’s early literacy skills while having fun.

Siblings welcome!

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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, September 4 and Monday, September 5. kentonlibrary.org

Looking Ahead...

October is a busy month at the Kenton County Public Library.

• October is National Family History Month. Meet a local author, schedule a one-on-one to research your genealogy, take a tour of Wilmington Baptist Church Cemetery on October 1, find out the value of your family heirlooms and more.

• The Erlanger Branch will celebrate 20 years of being located at 401 Kenton Lands Road with programs all month long.

• It wouldn’t be October at the library without the Haunted Library at the Independence Branch. Save the dates: October 21 & 22! All three branches will host a variety of Halloween-themed events. Trick-or-Treat at the library, spooky crafts and a Halloween party are just a few of the programs to look forward to.

Visit kentonlibrary.org/events to view all the programs coming in October!

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Don’t

miss the fun

Halloween-themed events at all

three branches during

October!