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PROGRAMS & EVENTS
*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Work It Out Wombats Family and Community Learning Workshops*
AGES 3-5 W/A CAREGIVER
WEDNESDAYS • 6-7:30 PM
The Work it Out Wombats Family and Community Learning is a series of four workshops that engage families in handson learning utilizing PBS KIDS media. Designed for families with children ages 3-5, the workshops use guided play to introduce both kids and grown-ups to exciting digital and tangible tools that are designed to support the development of computational thinking.
¡Cuéntame un cuento! / Spanish Storytime
BABIES UP TO AGE 5 W/A CAREGIVER
THURS., SEPT. 7 • 6:30-7 PM
Acompañanos junto a tus niños a nuestra hora del cuento en español donde escucharemos historias y haremos divertidas actividades. Join us with your children in our Spanish storytime where we will listen to stories and do fun activities.
Tween Anime Club
AGES 9-13
MON., SEPT. 18 • 7-8 PM
Tween Time • 3:30-4:30 PM
COVINGTON
Storytimes
Toddler Storytime
2-3 YEARS OLD W/ A CAREGIVER
WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:30 AM
Wiggle along as we use stories and songs to grow early literacy, math, and science skills in an active program for toddlers with Mr. Sam and his guitar! Siblings are welcome.
Preschool Storytime
3-5 YEARS OLD W/ A CAREGIVER
WEDNESDAYS • 11-11:45 AM
Come for stories, songs, and early literacy activities with Mr. Sam and his guitar!
Baby Storytime
BABIES UP TO AGE 2 W/ A CAREGIVER
THURSDAYS • 11 AM-NOON
*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Everyone
Needle Arts Group
TUES., SEPT. 12 • 3-5 PM
Do you knit, crochet, embroider, needlepoint, or do cross stitch or any other needle art? Join us for a gathering of fellow needle crafters for a casual drop-in session. All levels are welcome.
Touch-A-Truck
SUN., SEPT. 10 • 2-4 PM
All ages are invited to join us for a community Touch-A-Truck! Grab a camera and get a photo with the famous Oscar Mayer Frankmobile and other cool vehicles!
*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Lunch and Learn: The Art of Cincinnati*
FRI., SEPT. 22 • NOON-1 PM
Join us for a guest lecture from the Cincinnati Art Museum Speakers Bureau. Celebrate Cincinnati’s rich cultural heritage with this presentation of art from Cincinnati, including works by artists such as John Henry Twachtman, Frank Duveneck, Edward Potthast, Robert Duncanson, Rookwood potters, and more! Pizza lunch from Snappy Tomato Pizza will be provided to those registered.
Craft Fest
SAT., SEPT. 30 • 11 AM-3 PM
Join us for our craft fest featuring goods created and sold by local youth. Support our young entrepreneurs by dropping by to shop.
Mini-Maker Fest
SAT., SEPT. 30 • 11 AM-1 PM
Join us for our craft fest featuring goods created and sold by local youth. Support our young entrepreneurs by dropping by to shop.
Adults
Banned Book Tote Bags
ALL MONTH
Make an appointment with the STREAM Center to create a bag.
Senior Social and Games
FRI., SEPT. 1, 15 & 29 • 10:30-11:30 AM
Join us for coffee, donuts, games, and conversation!
GED Prep*
MON., SEPT. 4, 11, 18 & 25 • 4-7 PM
WED., SEPT. 6, 13 & 20 • 4-7 PM
Prepare for your GED. Instructor: Call 859.442.1166 to register.
Laser Cut Drink Carrier
TUES., SEPT. 5 • 6-8 PM
Need a fun drink carrier to help you celebrate Oktoberfest? Come assemble a fun laser-cut one to help you show off your drinks!
American Elton Tribute Show Featuring Bill Connors*
SAT., SEPT. 16 • 6:30-8 PM
American Elton aka Bill Connors has portrayed the Rocket Man from Hawaii to England, San Francisco to Florida. Featured on America’s Got Talent and in ‘the Greatest Piano Men’ show in Vegas, he also performed Lucy in the Sky at the official Liverpool celebration of Sgt. Pepper’s 50th anniversary. In over 3000 performances as Captain Fantastic he’s won several ‘Best Of’ awards. Dazzling worldclass costumes, an uncanny resemblance to the Pinball Wizard and an attention to detail all help American Elton bring these incredible songs to life. Doors to auditorium open at 5:45 pm. Parking will be limited. Registration required.
Writers’ Group
TUES., SEPT. 5 • 6:30-8:30 PM
Share your work and give feedback in this group for writers of all genres!
ASL1*
WED., SEPT. 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 11 AM-3 PM American Sign Language instruction.
BOOKCLUB: The Bookies
Book Club — “The Push”
WED., SEPT. 6 • 6:30-7:30 PM September’s book is “The Push” by Ashley Audrain.
Gardening Club: My Dirty Life*
THURS., SEPT. 7 • 6-7 PM Doris Settles will discuss the concepts behind the book “No Child Left Inside” addressing the current lack of engagement with nature and our society...especially children. She includes anecdotes from her own adventures combined with a call to action to get outdoors.
Consumer & Senior Fraud Prevention*
TUES., SEPT. 12 • 11 AM-2 PM
Sponsored by COVE Federal Credit Union.
Needle Arts Group
TUES., SEPT. 12 • 3-5 PM
Stop by to work on your current project or if you’re brand new and want to learn, stop in for a tutorial. Limited supplies may be available.
Craft Club*
WED., SEPT. 13 • 1:30-3:30 PM
THURS., SEPT. 14 • 6:30-8:30 PM
Make a new project or learn a new skill. For ages 16 and older.
Cool Hand Ukes
WED., SEPT. 13 • 6-8 PM
Come out and jam along with this open group of ukulele players, or just come and listen!
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body*
TUES., SEPT. 19 • 6-7 PM
How to age as well as possible, this program covers four areas of lifestyle habits associated with healthy aging: cognitive activity, physical health, exercise/diet and nutrition/social engagement. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association.
