September Events at the Kenton County Public Library

EVENTS GUIDE TO FREE PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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SEPT 2018

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TEENS, PG 9 KIDS, PG 10-12

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EVERYONE

*Register at KENTONLIBRARY.ORG or (859) 962-4000

Pirate Treasure Hunt

ERL: Month of Sept.

Pick up your first piece of the map at the Adult Reference desk and see if you can solve the clues to find the rest of the map. Prizes will be given to those fearless pirates who solve the map and find the hidden treasure.

Backyard Wilderness Exhibit

ERL: Through 10/13 Learn basics of scientific observation by exploring the exhibit.

Thank You, Veterans Notes and Cards

ERL: Tues., 9/4 - Sun., 11/11 In preparation for Veteran’s Day, the Erlanger Library will be collecting thank you cards and letters to be sent to active military personnel and veterans. We are encouraging holiday notes to prepare for the upcoming season. Please drop the letters off at the Library. They do not need to be in envelopes or stamped.

Solve the pirate map and find the hidden treasure to win prizes this month at Erlanger!

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Passalong Plants

DURR: Tues., 9/4 - Sun., 9/30 Stop by the Library for passalong plants all month long!

Pick up a plant for your home or garden. If you are able, please leave an outdoor or house plant for someone else to take. All supplies will be provided except for dirt. Please label any plant that you leave for someone else to take.

Periscope: DIY Retro Flair**

ONLINE: Tues., 9/4, 3-4 pm We’re going back to school to show you how to create crafts of your parent’s retro high school pictures in the maker space at Covington.

Trivia Night with a Librarian!

OFFSITE: Wed., 9/5, 7-9:30 pm Join us at Garzelli’s Pub & Pizza 3025 Dixie Hwy. Edgewood, Ky. 41017. Please call for more information (859) 962-4002.

Historic Walking Tour of the Mutter Gottes Neighborhood

COV: Every Wed., 10 am & Mon., 9/17, 6:30 pm Join staff from the Local History & Genealogy department for a walking tour in the Mutter Gottes neighborhood. Learn about the significant structures, former residents, and events of times past. Tours will begin in the Local History department.

Comfortable walking shoes are encouraged.

Sean Gaskell - West Africa Kora Harp Performance COV: Fri., 9/7, 1-2 pm Sean Gaskell will give a performance on the Kora, an ancient 21-stringed harp from West Africa.

Family Movie Night

ERL: Fri., 9/7, 6:30-9 pm Come watch “Peter Pan” (1953).

The Check Mates

DURR: Mon., 9/9, 1-4 pm A multi-generatonal chess club for players of all skill levels.

Beginners are welcome!

Family Fun Night @ The Library: Qi Gong!

ERL: Mon., 9/10, 17 & 24, 7-7:45 pm Join us to discover Qi Gong, a form of exercise which is mindful, stress reducing and accessible to every fitness level.

Periscope: Tour of the Central Business District of Covington**

ONLINE: Tues., 9/11, 3-4 pm We’ll explore the history and architecture of times past in the Central Business District Neighborhood of Covington.

Helicopter Egg Drop / The 12th Annual Chicken Rodeo

DURR: Sat., 9/15, 11 am-noon It’s our 12th annual Chicken Rodeo! Featuring a Helicopter Egg Drop immediately following the rodeo.

Low Cost Spay/Neuter Service for Cats

COV: Drop off: Tues., 9/18, 6:307 am; Pick up: Wed., 8/19 Reservations are required so please call O.A.R. directly at (513) 871-0185.

Art Supply Free Store

DURR: Wed., 9/19, 4-5:30 pm 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 to swap!

Join the Library at the Covington Farmers Market for a kid-friendly program!

Saturday, September 22 11 am-noon

Don’t miss “Solo: A Star Wars Story” Suday, September 30 at Erlanger!

Bingo Night

ERL: Wed., 9/19, 6:30-8 pm

Florence Community Chorus Concert DURR: Thurs., 9/20, 7-8 pm

Backyard Wilderness: BioBlitz in the Park*

OFFSITE: Sat., 9/22, 9 am-1 pm Join us at Flagship Park to participate in this citizen science event.

Co-sponsored by the City of Erlanger and the Girl Scouts.

Covington Farmers Market

OFFSITE: Sat., 9/22, 11 am-noon Join the Library at the Covington Farmers Market located outside of Roebling Point for a kid-friendly library program.

Used Book Sale

DURR: Sun., 9/23 - Sat., 9/29 Shop the used book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Kenton County Public Library! There will be music, books, movies, and more on sale!

Hispanic Heritage Celebration

ERL: Sun., 9/23, 2-3:30 pm Stop in to make crafts from various countries, enjoy treats, and listen to Spanish music to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.

Line Dancing to 50s and 60s Tunes

ERL: Fri., 9/28, 7-8 pm Join instructor Holly for a dance party! Get your steps in and enjoy festive snacks.

Space Pirate Theater: “Solo: A Star Wars Story” (2018) ERL: Sun., 9/30, 2-4:30 pm

** View us online by tuning into @KentonLibrary on Periscope (available on your smartphone or tablet), or at periscope.tv/kentonlibrary

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STREAM Sew What! Coffee Cozy*

Wed., 9/5, 12 & 26, 7-8 pm Middle School and up Sew What! is a chance for sewing beginners to get together, share ideas and learn a thing or two! This month create a coffee cozy!Â

ADULTS ONLY UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. *Register at KENTONLIBRARY.ORG or (859) 962-4000

Smart Phones for Seniors* Mon., 9/17, 2-4 pm Learn how to get the most out of your smart phone.

3D Printing Galore*

Mon., 9/24, 2-4 pm Not sure what all the fuss is about? Come learn what the 3D printer can do for you!

Build a Tree!

School Age Thurs., 9/27 6:30-7:30 pm Celebrate the beginning of fall by building a tree! Create a tree sculpture to take home.

Makers Move

All Ages Sat., 9/29, 2-3:30 pm Join us to make some moves with collaborative dance troup Pones Inc. as we explore hip hop moves and make some robots move in the STREAM center.

All STREAM Center programs located at Erlanger Branch

Apples, Apples, and More Apples

School Age Thurs., 9/6, 6:30-7:30 pm Create apple crafts to your hearts content.

Grandparents Day Presents

All Ages Sat., 9/8, 2:30-4:30 pm Create a personalized gift for your grandparents.

Glowforge Mania*

Mon., 9/10, 2-4 pm Learn how to use our laser engraver/cutter for your special project!

Make a Planner!

School Age Thurs., 9/13, 6:30-7:30 pm New school year, new things to keep track of! Design and bind your own spiral-bind planner.

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Join Pones Inc. to explore hip hop moves and make some robots move in the Stream Center! Saturday, September 29, 2-3:30 pm.

ADULTS

*Register KENTONLIBRARY.ORG (859) 962-4000 *Registration required. Go online orat call 962-4071 for adult and teen or programs, 962-4077 for children’s.

Open Crafts

DURR: Sat.,9/1, 10 am-4 pm

Magic! The Gathering

ERL: Sat., 9/1 & 22, noon-3 pm Join other adults to play Magic the Gathering. Bring your own deck or one can be provided for beginners. Prepare for tournaments that are held every two months.

GED Evening Class and Learning Lab

COV: Mon., 9/3, 10, 17, & 24, 4-7 pm Wed., 9/5, 12, 19 & 26, 4-7 pm Work toward earning your GED with Kenton County Adult Education with instruction and materials.

First Time Computer Users*

COV: Tues., 9/4, 10 am-noon DURR: Tues., 9/4, 2-4 pm

Senior Strength

ERL: Tues., 9/25-11/13 (no class 10/9), 11 am-noon Certified Fitness Instructor Holly will guide you through a fun and effective low impact workout focusing on balance, flexibility, and movement using resistance bands. Program takes place Tuesdays this fall starting 9/25.

LinkedIn Profile Series*

ERL: Tues. nights in Sept., 6-7 pm Build your LinkedIn profile and establish your professional image online. Each class is different and builds on previous class.

Kenton County Diabetes Support Group ERL: Tues., 9/4, 6:30-8 pm Join the Northern Kentucky Health Department for tips, resources and support.

NKY Accountability Group ERL: Weds., 9:15-11:30 am Unemployed professional or want to change jobs? Join other job seekers looking for work to get support and fresh ideas.

Exploring the Internet*

COV: Part 1- Wed., 9/5, 10 am-noon Part 2- Wed., 9/12, 10 am-noon You will learn the basic operations of web browsers and search engines.

Performance Skills in the Workplace*

ERL: Wed., 1-3 pm 9/5: Communicating Effectively 9/12: Conveying Professionalism 9/19: Introduction to Performance Skills in the Workplace 9/26: Promoting Teamwork and Collaboration

Wed. Matinee - Classic Films Month

COV: Wed., 1-3:30 pm 9/5: “Casablanca” 9/12: “Citizen Kane” 9/19: “Sunset Boulevard” 9/26: “A Touch of Evil”

Everyday Fitness for Seniors

DURR: Wed., 9/5 & 19, 7-8 pm Join us for a low-impact dance and exercise class. Limited to the first 35 attendees.

Healthy Senior Seminars

ERL: Thurs., 9/6 10 am-noon Join the Safe Aging Coalition of NKY for an informative morning with healthy treats and door prizes!

• 9:30 am: Registration begins • 10-10:40 am: Fall Prevention Workshop • 11-11:40 am: The Importance of Exercise

Job Searching and the Internet*

COV: Thurs., 9/6, 10 am-noon

Let’s Get Cooking!

Featuring Crigger Farm Honey*

DURR: Thurs., 9/6, 1-3 pm Crigger Farm will teach you about beekeeping and how to cook with honey. Honey tastings will be provided!

Learn About Retired/ Senior Volunteer Opportunities

ERL: Thurs., 9/6, 2-3 pm Find out about great volunteer opportunities! Presented

by Brighton Center, Inc.

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Adult Events, continued Crafting Thursdays*

ERL: Thurs., 9/6 & 20, 6:30-8:30 pm • 9/6: Fall Mason Jars • 9/20: Beach-themed Decor

Writers Groups

ERL: Thurs., 9/6 & 20, 6:30-8 pm DURR: Mon., 9/17, 6:30-8:30 pm Share your work and give feedback in this writing group for writers of all genres.

Guided Tour of the Kenton County Courthouse Records Room at Covington*

COV: Fri., 9/7, 9:30-11 am Staff from the Local History and Genealogy Department will show you the ins and outs of researching in the records room at the Kenton County Courthouse in Covington. Records available for research include marriages, wills, deed books, estate settlements and more! Spots limited, registration required.

Tai Chi

DURR: Fri., 9/7 & 21, 10:30-11:30 am Master Fahey will teach an easy course in the gentle and lowimpact martial art of Tai Chi. Maximum 35 participants.

Relatives Raising Children* ERL: Fri., 9/7, noon-1 pm If you are one of the thousands in the state raising a relative’s child/children, you are not alone!

Emotional support as well as information on available resources and parenting tips are available at the monthly support group luncheons. This program is a collaborative effort with the Kenton County Cooperative Extension Service and the Family Resource Centers in Kenton County.

Free child care available upon request. No fee, but call (859) 356-3155 to reserve your spot.

Craft, Create, and Conversate

So many opportunities to make cool crafts at the Library this month! Join us for one or several!

CRAFTS!

DURR: Fri., 9/7 & 21, 5-8 pm Hang out with local crafters, makers, and artists! Show off your latest creations. Materials and supplies are not provided.

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Donuts and Story Time with Grandma and Grandpa

ERL: Sat., 9/8, 10:30 -11:30 am Grandparents and grandchildren up to age 8 are welcome! Enjoy stories and donuts, dance, sing, and have your photo taken by a volunteer to make a special keepsake.

Casual Dungeons & Dragons

COV: Sat.., 9/8 & 22, 1-4 pm Play D&D in a relaxed and friendly environment. Players must be 18 or older.

Enjoying Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky for Practically Nothing COV: Sat., 9/8, 2-3 pm Learn about free and low-cost attractions and day trips in the Greater Cincinnati area from local author Gary Crouch.

Local History and Genealogy Department Tour COV: Sun., 9/9, 1-2 pm

Make It With Jackie: Greeting Cards* DURR: Sun., 9/9, 2-4 pm

E-mail Creation and Access*

COV: Mon., 9/10, 9-11 am This time will be available for patrons to set up new e-mail accounts, test access to already created accounts, and to work out other problems accessing accounts.

Mah Jongg Madness

DURR: Mon., 9/10 & 17, 1-4 pm Games are played with the 2017 National Mah Jongg League cards and rules.

Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange

DURR: Mon., 9/10, 2-4 pm Mon., 9/25, noon-2 pm Join reps with the Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange as they help you sign up for health care through Kentucky’s health care exchange.

Dungeons & Dragons of Durr

DURR: Mon., 9/10, 6-8:30 pm

Crafting with Krysta: Easy Local and Family History Crafts!* COV: Mon., 9/10, 6-7 pm Join us as we create a family or local history-inspired craft! This month, we’ll make a decoupage photo frame. All materials provided. Space is limited.

Long Term Hope: Support group for the Long-Term Unemployed COV: Mon., 9/10 & 24, 6-7 pm Information, resources, hope, and support for long-term job seekers.

Toastmasters

ERL: Mon., 9/10 & 24, 7-8:30 pm Toastmasters help people develop public speaking and leadership skills-with enjoyment. Adults only.

SCORE: Free Advice for Businesses and Entrepreneurs*

ERL: Tues., 9/11, 18 & 25, 9 am-1:30 pm SCORE is an all-volunteer organization of experienced business people who provide free advice to entrepreneurs. You must register in advance to participate. Contact SCORE at www.greatercincinnati.score.org

BOOK DISCUSSIONS

E-mail Use*

COV: Tues., 9/11, 10 am-noon You will learn about formatting, sending, and opening e-mails, adding attachments, setting up folders, and more.

Wellness Series: Addiction

ERL: Tues., 9/11, 6:30-7:30 pm In this series join Dr. Cynthia Villacis as she provides general information on select health issues.

Smart Phones for Seniors*

DURR: Tues., 9/11, 6:30-8 pm Join us to make sure you’re using your smart phone to its fullest potential.

Ukulele Jam with Cool Hand Ukes

ERL: Wed., 9/12, 6-8 pm Come out and jam along with this open group of ukulele players, or just come and listen!

Microsoft Word*

COV: Part 1- Thurs., 9/13, 10 am-noon Part 2- Thurs., 9/20, 10 am-noon

Stitchers’ Night Out

DURR: Thurs., 9/13, 5-8 pm Have fun swapping patterns, sharing techniques and trading tips.

COVAS Monthly Meeting

COV: Thurs., 9/13, 7-8:30 pm Join us for the monthly meeting of the Central Ohio Valley Archeological Society featuring different speakers and topics.

Recovery Month Films

COV: Fri., 9/14, 21 & 28, 1-3:30 pm Join us for films related to Sept. - National Recovery Month 9/14: “The Days of Wine and Roses” 9/21: “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” 9/28: “When Love is Not Enough”

A Crafty Afternoon!*

DURR: Sun., 9/16, 2-4 pm We will have up to eight projects set up around the room, you can choose up to two. Staff will be there to assist.

Film Friday

Book Discussion Groups

COV: • Tues., 9/4, 6:30-7:30 pm “Here Comes the Sun” by Nicole Dennis-Benn • Tues., 9/25, 1-2 pm “The Long Season” by Jim Brosnan ERL: Wed., 9/5, 7-8 pm “The Handmaid’s Tale” by Margaret Atwood DURR: • Thurs., 9/13, 6-9 pm “A Walk in the Woods” by Bill Bryson • Tues., 9/18, 7-8:30 pm “Lilac Girls” by Martha Hall Kelly

Books On Tap:

OFF SITE: Wed., 9/26, 7-8:30 pm “Lab Girl” by Hope Jahren Discussion is held at: Braxton Brewing Company 27 W 7th St, Covington, KY 41011

ERL: Fri., 9/14, 1-4 pm, repeated at 6-8 pm See “Chappaquiddick.”

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Adult Events, continued Don’t miss Rick Larrimore’s energetic and exciting Rod Stewart tribute concert at the Erlanger branch!

Saturday, September 15 6:30 pm.

Registration required.

Call Ahead for One-OnOne Genealogy Research Assistance*

COV: Sat., 9/15, 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.

Art of the Side Hustle Workshop*

ERL: Sat., 9/15, 11 am-12:30 pm Learn how to boost your income, pay off debt, or increase your savings by discovering your side hustle to make extra money.

Local Author Visit

COV: Sat., 9/15, 1-3 pm “Laugh Out Loud: 40 Women Humorists Celebrate Then and Now...Before We Forget.” Local authors Bonnie Jean Feldkamp, Sandra Lingo and Denise Thiery discuss their contribution to this collection of essays about women and humor. Books will be available for purchase and the authors will be happy to sign them!

Open Crafting/ Makerspace Open House COV: Sat., 9/15, 2-4 pm Join other crafters for an afternoon of shared creativity.

See and learn how to use our Makerspace tools.

The “Ultimate” Tribute to Rod Stewart* ERL: Sat., 9/15, 6:30-7:30 pm Starring Rick Larrimore!

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Mutiny: Adult Pirate Escape Room*

ERL: Sun., 9/16-23 (You will be contacted with mutiny time closer to the event.)

Groups of six will be assigned a mutiny time. Registered buccaneers will be grouped together to fill space. You have just 45 minutes before you are forced to walk the plank.

The Golden Age of Piracy ERL: Mon., 9/17, 7-8 pm Learn about the Golden Age of Piracy!

Microsoft PowerPoint*

event, and the author will be available for a book signing after his presentation.

Basic Microsoft Excel

COV: Wed., 9/19, 10 am-noon

Hooks & Needles

COV: Thurs., 9/20, 2-4 pm Bring your current knitting or crochet project and join expert needlecrafter for two hours of tips, advice, fun and sharing.

One-on-One Property Research Assistance*

COV: Mon., 9/24, 10-11 am & 6-7 pm Interested in researching your historic Northern Kentucky home? Curious to know who has lived there over the years?

Please call (859) 962-4070 to reserve a one-hour session, and we’ll show you several resources to help you get started.

Microsoft Excel*

DURR: Tues., 9/25, 6:30-8 pm

“Lost Northern Kentucky” Book Signing

DURR: Tues., 9/18, 6:30-8:30 pm

ERL: Tues., 9/25, 7-8 pm Meet the authors of “Lost Northern Kentucky,” Bob Schrage and Dave Schroeder as they discuss their new book. A book signing will follow.

Keep On Spinning!

The Vinyl Record Club

Intermediate Microsoft Excel*

DURR: Tues., 9/18, 7-8 pm

COV: Wed., 9/26, 10 am-noon

Author Visit: Keith O’Brien

Classic Movie Matinee

COV: Part 1- Tues., 9/18, 10 am-noon Part 2- Tues., 9/25, 10 am-noon

Microsoft Word*

ERL: Tues., 9/18, 7 pm Author Keith O’Brien will talk about his new book, “Fly Girls: How Five Daring Women Defied All Odds and Made Aviation History.” The book is the untold story of five women who fought to compete against men in the national air races of the 1920s and 1930s.The author event is co-sponsored by the Books by the Banks Book Festival and Northern Kentucky University’s Friends of Steely Library group.

Joseph Beth Booksellers will have books for purchase at the

ERL: Wed., 9/26,1-3 pm Enjoy a classic film and free snacks! See William Holden in “Sunset Boulevard”!

Advanced Microsoft Excel*

COV: Thurs., 9/27, 10 am-noon Learn how to link to another sheet or workbook and create Data Subtotals, Writing Macros, Pivot Tables and more.

Covington Bad Art Club*

COV: Thurs., 9/27, 6-8 pm You’ll create your own art masterpiece based on a photograph from Faces and Places while learning more about the photo subject’s significance to Northern Kentucky history.

Art supplies will be provided.

Space limited. Subject: Carnegie Library.

Erlanger Test Kitchen: German Food*

ERL: Thurs., 9/27, 7-8 pm Join Chef Caleb from Colonel De’s as he shows you how to make different German food recipes in honor of Oktoberfest. Free samples provided.

Recovery Month Program

COV: Sat., 9/29, 1-4 pm The NKY Health Dept. will be onsite with information and testing.

Genealogy Lock-In*

COV: Sat., 9/29, 6-10 pm Join us for a kickoff of Family History Month! To celebrate we’ll have open research all night long, presentations on popular genealogy topics, and a prize raffle (DNA testing kit, books, etc.). Refreshments will be served. Registration required and limited to 40.

TEENS

*Register at KENTONLIBRARY.ORG or (859) 962-4000

Magic! The Gathering

Homeschool Hangout

Library Teen Cafe

Craft, Create, and Conversate

ERL: Sat., 9/1 & 22, noon-3 pm See Adults.

DURR: Tues., 9/4, 6-8 pm

Teen Space

ERL: Mon., 9/10, 17 & 24, 4-5 pm Wed., 9/5, 12, 19 & 26, 4-5 pm

Write Now!

COV: Tues., 9/4 & 18, 6-8 pm A space for teen writers to discuss poetry, fiction, memoir, songs, plays, graphic novels, and more.

DURR: Wed., 9/5, 10:30-11:30 am

DURR: Fri., 9/7 & 21, 5-8 pm See Adults

Anime Club

DURR: Fri., 9/7, 6-8 pm ERL: Mon., 9/10, 5:30-7 pm Join other teens as we watch new Japanese Anime and eat awesome Japanese snacks!

Homespun: Teen Edition

COV: Wed., 9/12, 10:30 am-noon Discover the science behind art.

Enjoy a colorful art-making class as we experiment with various art reactions that will teach you the essence of color.

Green Dot Bystander Training

DURR: Sat., 9/15, 10 am-5 pm A green dot is any choice someone makes to stop a situation of bullying, dating violence, or sexual assault from playing out.

It’s about figuring out how your individual actions can really help to keep the people around you safe. During this training, teens will have the chance to talk about the issues they see among their peers, practice realistic (and sometimes even funny) ways to stop violence, and explore ways they can proactively use their voices to make changes in whatever space they’re in. Snacks, lunch, and prizes will be provided!

Open Crafting/ Makerspace Open House COV: Sat., 9/15, 2-4 pm Join other crafters for an afternoon of shared creativity.

Repurposed Hedgehog Book Art*

ERL: Mon., 9/17, 6-7:30 pm Repurpose an old book into an adorable hedgehog! All supplies provided.

Teen Intro to D&D

ERL: Wed., 9/19, 5:30-6:30 pm Learn how to create character sheets from teen volunteers and get introduced to D&D!

Hooks & Needles

COV: Thurs., 9/20, 2-4 pm See Adults.

Happy Little Teens: A Bob Ross Party

DURR: Fri., 9/21, 6-8 pm Come experience Bob Ross’ “The Joy of Painting.”

Homeschool Interactive with the CAC*

ERL: Tues., 9/25, 1-2 pm Join the Contemporary Arts Center for a special workshop designed specifically for homeschool families. Learn about contemporary artists and take home an extended learning sheet with tips and resources for building on what you’ve discovered. This program is designed for students ages 6-18 and their parent or caregiver. Space limited.

AniManga Club

COV: Tues., 9/25, 6-8 pm Watch the film “Only Yesterday,” make candy sushi and try real sushi. Manga drawing supplies available.

Cover to Cover

Homeschoolers grades 6 and up COV: Wed., 9/26, 10:30 am-noon Please join us for the new book club for teen homeschoolers.

We will be discussing “Becoming Naomi Leon” by Pam Munoz Ryan.

Recycled Cardboard Shadowbox Art*

ERL: Wed., 9/26, 5:30-7 pm Create a shadowbox art piece out of recycled pizza boxes and toilet paper rolls!

Paint like Bob Ross at Durr on Friday, September 21!

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KIDS

*Register at KENTONLIBRARY.ORG or (859) 962-4000

Wild Wednesdays

School Age COV: Wed. 4-5 PM Need a break in the middle of the week? Drop in for music, board games, video games, snacks, and more!

The ROOK-ies

School Age DURR: Wed., 9/5 & 19, 4:30-5:30 pm Join our open play chess group.

Some previous knowledge of chess is helpful.

Wild Wednesdays

School Age & Tweens ERL: Weds., 7-8 PM 9/5: Outdoor Games 9/12: Happy Birthday, Roald Dahl!

9/26: Slime Time

STEM Storytime

Preschool COV: Thurs., 9/6, 2-3 pm Hear stories, play games and do experiments together that encourage discovery!

Butterfly Mosaic

Preschool & School Age COV: Sat., 9/1-Sun., 9/30 Did you know Monarch Butterflies are on the move in September? Add to a collaborative Monarch mosaic all month in the Covington children’s department.

Puppy Tales*

School Age DURR: Tues., 9/4, 11, 18 & 25, 5:30 -6:45 pm COV: Sun., 9/9, 2-3 pm ERL: Sun., 9/16, 2-4 pm Children can read to a specially trained dog to build their skills and confidence.

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Homeschooler’s Club: Therapy Dogs & Puppy Tales*

School Age DURR: Wed., 9/5,10:30-11:30 am Meet Jim Devenny, an experienced dog trainer who has certified many of our Puppy Tales therapy dogs. Jim will bring his therapy dog, Memphis Belle, to show us some training techniques. Additional Puppy Tales dogs will be in attendance for some one-on-one reading with each child. Space limited.

Cook-A-Book

Preschool & School Age COV: Thurs., 9/6 & 20, 6:30-7:30 pm Join us for our cooking series where we’ll read a book and then prepare a yummy treat!

9/6: “Woodpecker Wants a Waffle” 9/20: “Into the Outdoors” by Susan Gal

Library Playgroup

Children Ages 0-5 and Their Families COV: Sat., 9/8, 10 am-noon Meet up with area parents while the children play! The Library provides sensory friendly toys and refreshments. Siblings welcome.

Donuts and Story Time with Grandma and Grandpa

Age 8 & under ERL: Sat., 9/8, 10:30-11:30 am Enjoy stories and donuts, dance, sing, and have your photo taken by a volunteer to make a special keepsake.

Reading Buddies

Ages 3-12 ERL: Mon., 9/10, 17 & 24, 4:30-6 pm Children are invited to read with one of our Reading Buddy volunteers to build reading skills.

Earn a book when you attend 3 times. Pizza served.

Homeschool Club: Exploring the Rainforest

Homeschool Grades K-6 ERL: Tues., 9/11, 1:30-2:30 pm Join us to explore the habitat of the rain forest! The program will be filled with hands-on activities and finished project(s) that the students will be able to take home.

Engineering Club

School Age COV: Tues., 9/11 & 25, 7-8 pm Come put your building and design skills to the test.

Play and Learn Group*

Ages Birth-5 COV: Wed., 9/12 & 26, 9:30-11 am The 4C Play & Learn group gives children who are not enrolled in preschool a chance to interact with other children while learning and exploring through play.

Register at (859) 547-5092.

STORYTIMES FOR AGES 0-6; Length of program may vary.

Learn about lighthouses!

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Baby Music and Rhyme Wiggletime Ages 0-24 months; Caregiver required ERL: Mon.,10 am; Tues., 9:30 & 10:30 am COV: Thurs.,10 am DURR: Wed., 9/12, 19 & 26, 9:30 am; & Thurs., 7 pm;

Family Storytime

Ages 0-6; Caregiver required COV: Wed., 7 pm

Homespun: Beacons of Light*

School Age Homeschoolers COV: Wed., 9/12, 10:30 am-noon Let’s take a look at America’s lighthouses — their history, how they work, and who keeps them. We’ll make a lighthouse craft while enjoying maritime refreshments.

Rise and Shine Storytime at Devou

Preschool OFF SITE: Wed., 9/12, 19 & 26, 11 am-noon Join staff from the Children’s Department at Devou Park’s Breaden Shelter located at approximately 1171 Montague Road. Co-sponsored by Covington Dept. of Parks & Recreation.

Spanish-English Storytime

Preschool & School Age ERL: Fri., 9/14, 5-6 pm Bilingual storytime is presented in English and Spanish allowing children to engage through stories, finger plays, music, activities, and crafts. La hora del Cuento Bilingüe es presentado en Inglès y Español, permitiendo a los niños engancharse a traves de cuentos, juegos con los dedos, mùsica, actividades, y manualidades.

Haunt Your Library Writing Contest

Grades 1-12 COV: Mon., 9/17-Sat., 10/20 Enter an original poem or tale in the Library’s 16th annual spooky writing contest. Deadline for entries is October 20. Limit of 700 words. Winners announced and prizes awarded on October 26.

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.

Music, Motion and Stories with Joel the Singing Librarian

Ages 3-5: Caregiver required DURR: Tues., 10:30 am

Playart

Ages 3-6; Caregiver required ERL: Wed., 1:30 pm DURR: Thurs.,10:30 am & 2 pm

Blast Off to Kindergarten

Toddler Storytime

Age 2; Caregiver required COV: Tues., 11 am

Ages 3-5 ERL: Thurs., 10 & 11:30 am Stories, activities, crafts and skills to help prepare children for kindergarten.

Toddler Time

The S.M.A.R.T. Program

Rise and Shine

Scamper Squad

Ages 2-3 ERL: Wed., 10 & 11 am Children can enjoy a story time with puppets, music and dancing.

Ages 2-5; Caregiver required ERL: Mon., 11 am

Bedtime Stories

Ages 2-6; Caregiver required ERL: Tues., 7 pm Pajamas, slippers, and teddy bears welcome!

Preschool Storytime

Ages 3-5; Caregiver required COV: Tues., 10 am

Ages 3-6 ERL: Fri., 10 am & 11:30 am Children will have fun with Science, Math, Art, Reading and Technology.

Ages 3-5 DURR: Mon., 9/10, 17 & 24, 10:30 am & 7 pm Sing, dance and listen to stories as you learn about animals that live at the farm.

Tiny Toddlers Storytime

Ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.

DURR: Wed., 9/12, 19 & 26 10:30-11 am Bring your toddler to the Library for language enrichment with stories, songs, rhymes and playtime.

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Hours

M-Th: 9 am - 9 pm Fri*: 9 am - 9 pm Sat**: 10 am - 5 pm Sun: 1- 5 pm * The Covington Library closes at 6 pm on Friday ** Erlanger open until 6 pm on Saturday

All Library locations will be closed Sunday & Monday, September 3 & 4.

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Kid Events, continued Jungle Boogie Storytime

Preschool & Toddlers COV: Mon., 9/17, 2-3 pm

Preschool Storytime: Beautiful Butterflies!

Ages 3-5 COV: Tues., 9/18, 10-10:45 am Listen to butterfly stories and learn about Monarch butterfly migration.

Creative Corner*

Ages 7-12 DURR: Sat., 9/22, 1:30-2:30 pm Creative Corner is an artbased program that helps kids express their creativity while learning the fundamentals of drawing, painting, and other art mediums.

Homeschool Interactive with the CAC* Ages 6-18 ERL: Tues., 9/25, 1-2 pm See Teens.

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September 2018

Small Talk: A Book Club for Homeschoolers*

School Age COV: Wed., 9/26, 10:30 am-noon This month’s selection is “The Boxcar Children” by Gertrude Warner. Discussion, activities, and refreshments included.

Playart with Baker Hunt

Ages 3-6 OFF SITE: Fri., 9/28, 10-11 am Join Miss Lauren at The Baker Hunt Cultural Center for a storytime with art! Baker Hunt is located at 620 Greenup St, Cov., KY 41011.

Giant Jumanji

Preschool & School Age COV: Sat., 9/29, noon-3 pm Help us fight off lions, snakes and pouring rain as you become the game piece in this life-size version of the board game.

Play a life-size version of the Jumanji board game!