Summer 2019 Programs & Events at the Kenton County Public Library

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KENTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

A UNIVERSE OF STORIES 2019 SUMMER READING CELEBRATION

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KENTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

A UNIVERSE OF STORIES 2019 SUMMER READING CELEBRATION

Kick off the Kenton County Public Library’s Summer Reading Celebration on Saturday, June 1!

Enjoy A Universe of Stories at all three locations. See kentonlibrary.org/src for details.

William E. Durr SAT., JUNE 1 • NOON-2 PM

Featuring the Cowboy in Space, Mark Wood and his Out of this World variety show. Petting zoo and pony rides. Pizza!

Covington

SAT., JUNE 1 • NOON-3 PM

NOON-2:45 PM: - Planetarium Show. Limit of 30 participants at each show. Tickets available day of show beginning at 10 AM. Showtimes NOON-12:30 PM; 12:45-1:15 PM: 1:30-2 PM, & 2:15-2:45 PM NOON-2:45 PM: Hands-On Space Explorers - Great for families!

NOON-3 PM: Kona Ice & video gaming truck 1-2:45 PM: Pizza and a movie FREE parking in the Midtown garage from 11-4.

Erlanger SAT., JUNE 1 • 1-3 PM

Let’s blast off together and start our Summer Reading Celebration!

1-1:30 PM: “Living and Working in Space” presentation by iSpace, for all ages, no registration needed 1:45-2:45 PM: Rocketry workshop for grades 4-6; limit of 30, registration required 2:45-3:45 PM: Rocketry workshop for grades K-3; limit of 30, registration required 1:30-2:30 PM: Pizza for all, while supplies last 1-3 PM: Bounce House in the Children’s Room for ages 1-7 Gaga Pit for ages 8+, Bubble Garden (weather permitting), face painting, tattoos, coloring pages, scratch art, Tech Toy Time in the STREAM Center, ages 5+, and Photo Board Fun!

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT: Dominach’s Taekwondo Academy Gold Star Chili Snappy Tomato Pizza Texas Roadhouse

Chipotle Chick-Fil-A Sky Zone Florence Freeom

Color Me Mine Kenton County Parks Lazer Kraze McDonalds

Friends of the Kenton County Public Library Kenton County Public Library Foundation

SUMMER READING CELEBRATION GUIDELINES CHILDREN (Ages 2-12)

• Pick up a book log or visit kentonlibrary.org/src to log the books you have read or listened to.

• After 5 books or 2.5 hours of reading, return the log to the Library or online to receive a book prize.

• After 10 books or 5 hours of reading, return the log or enter online to receive a 2019 Summer Reading Celebration T-shirt OR a drawstring backpack (while supplies last) and a raffle ticket to win a grand prize: your choice of an art, science or technology basket.

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TEENS (Grades 6-12)

• Read or listen to any book or magazine or attend any program to enter.

• Enter at kentonlibrary.org/src or by visiting a branch.

• One winner per branch will be drawn every week for prizes.

ADULTS

• Read or listen to books, audio books, e-books and periodicals or attend a book-related program to enter.

• Enter at kentonlibrary.org/src or by visiting a branch.

Everyone’s Invited! *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Lunch @ the Library

ERLANGER: MON.-FRI., JUNE 3 - JULY 26 11:30 AM-1 PM COVINGTON: MON.-FRI., JUNE 10 - JULY 26 NOON-1 PM WILLIAM E. DURR: FRIDAYS, JUNE 14 - AUG. 2 NOON-1 PM

Sponsored by the Covington Public School District, Kenton County School District, and the Erlanger/Elsmere School System. Those over 18 can pay a small fee for food.

Celebrate the Philippines!

ERLANGER: SAT., JUNE 8 • 11 AM-1 PM

Enjoy cultural dance presentations, crafts, stories, and food as we celebrate the Philippines Independence Day!

Madcap Puppets: “The Great Space Caper” COVINGTON: SAT., JUNE 8 • 2-3 PM

Learn how Buzby, a famous space explorer, uncovers the mysteries of our universe as he Manic Mondays searches for a new planet to call ERLANGER: home.

MON., JUNE 3 & 17, JULY 1 & 29 7-8 PM

6/3: Build an Alien 6/17: Create your own Galaxy 7/1: 9 Lives Game Night

Depot Days

National Iced Tea Day! WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., JUNE 10 • ALL DAY

Stop in to the Library for some iced tea and ideas on staying cool.

Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., JUNE 10, JULY 8, AUG. 12 2-4 PM TUES., JUNE 25, JULY 23, AUG. 27 • NOON-2 PM

Family Fort Building COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 4 • 7-8 PM

Join us for stories then build a family reading fort!

Family Movie Night

ERLANGER: FRI., JUNE 7, JULY 5, AUG. 2 6:30-9 PM

WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., JUNE 15 • 11 AM-12:30 PM

Fathers, bring your riding mower to the Library and race against other daring dads!

Sign up for health care through Kentucky’s health care exchange.

“Cars” and Crafts!

Studio Ghibli Film Celebration

See Children.

ERLANGER: MON., JUNE 10 & 24, JULY 8 & 22, AUG. 5, 19 & 26 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Popcorn and Japanese snacks provided. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. See website for movie titles.

OFF SITE: TUES. & THURS., JUNE 4 - JULY 25 10:30 AM-NOON

Join us at the Erlanger Railroad Depot Park for stories, games, and activities! Free lunch, provided by staff of the Erlanger/Elsmere School District, will be available for those under 18; adults may purchase a lunch for minimal cost. See website for details and themes.

Father Mows Best*

KCPL Motor Show ERLANGER: SAT., JUNE 15 • 10:30 AM-2 PM

Stop by for this casual motor show to see foreign and domestic classic cars, motorcycles, and trucks from the 50s to beyond! Vote for your fan favorite!

Interactive displays, and more!

ERLANGER: SAT., JUNE 15 • 1-3 PM

Neuterville Express Comes to Covington: Low Cost Spay/Neuter Service for Cats* COVINGTON: DROP OFF - TUES., JUNE 18, JULY 16, AUG. 20 • 6:30-7 AM PICK UP - WED., JUNE 19, JULY 17, AUG. 21 • 6:30-7 AM

Call (513) 871-0185 for reservations. Please bring your cat in a secure carrier, cash or check for payment (O.A.R. will confirm the cost at the time of reservation), and proof of a rabies vaccine if your cat is up-to-date.

Canvas Painting

COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 18 & 25 2:30-3:30 PM

Supplies provided. Limited to the first 25 in attendance.

Library Putt-Putt

COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 18 • 6-8 PM

Join us for a fun, family event as we turn the children’s department into a mini-golf game!

6/7: “Space Chimps” 7/5: “Lilo & Stitch” 8/2: “Home”

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*Register for these events atkentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Third Tues. Nature Night OFF SITE: TUES., JUNE 18 & JULY 16 6:30-8 PM

Meet at Shelter #3 at Lincoln Ridge Park in Independence.

6/18: Outdoor activities 7/16: Game on

National Selfie Day!

WILLIAM E. DURR, ERLANGER & COVINGTON: FRI., JUNE 21 • ALL DAY

Strike a pose for National Selfie Day! We’ll supply the props and you supply the camera or smart phone. #nationalselfieday #kentonlibrarysrc

Light the Night Glow Celebration

WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., JUNE 22 • 1-3 PM

Experience illuminated activities with this Makerspace party!

A “Little Da Vincis” program funded in part by ArtsWave Cincinnati.

A Tour of the Solar System with Cincinnati Observatory* COVINGTON: SAT., JUNE 22 • 2-3 PM

The Observatory will bring scale models of the planets for participants to compare. Hear about the anniversary of the moon landing and create a moon-themed craft.

A Visit from the Space Painter

ERLANGER: SAT., JUNE 22 • 1-2 PM

Join the Space Painter for deathdefying ball juggling, plate spinning, and the amazing juggling of small human beings!

Movies in the Park

OFF SITE: JUNE 22, JULY 27, AUG. 17 9-11 PM

6/22: “A Dog’s Way Home” 7/27: “How To Train Your Dragon - The Hidden World” 8/17: “Dumbo” Films shown at the Independence Amphitheater located behind the Senior Center, 2001 Jackwoods Pkwy, Independence, KY 41051. In case of rain movie will be shown at the William E. Durr branch library.

A Universe of Stories COVINGTON: SUN., JUNE 23 • 2-3 PM

Join us for stories, songs and rhymes about space and a make and take craft.

Night Circus

ERLANGER: FRI., JUNE 28 • 6:30-8 PM

Swing by to enjoy an aerial performance from Cincinnati Circus performers, fair fare, live music and more!

National Body Painting Day! WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., JULY 8 • NOON-4 PM

Enjoy National Body painting day with free face painting!

Hamiltea

ERLANGER: SAT., JULY 13 • 2-3 PM

Play trivia, drink tea and more to celebrate the Broadway smash Hamilton!

Space Cakes

COVINGTON: SUN., JULY 14 • 2-3 PM

Come decorate cupcakes to look like outer space! Limited to the first 40 in attendance.

Taste of Sushi*

ERLANGER: MON., JULY 15. & AUG. 12 6-8 PM

Join Park from Sake Bomb Sushi for a hands-on sushi making class! Please note any food allergies when registering.

Walking Tour of Historic Ludlow OFF SITE: MON., JULY 15 • 6:30-8 PM WED., JULY 31 • 9:30-11 AM

Join staff from the Local History & Genealogy department for a walking tour of Ludlow. Learn about the significant structures, former residents, and events of times past. Tours begin @ Rail Viewing Station at 51 Elm Street, Ludlow, KY.

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Full Moon Fever Celebration

Kitten Lady!*

WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., JULY 16 • 10-11 PM

ERLANGER: SUN., JULY 21 • 1-5 PM

Come celebrate the lunar landing by observing a full moon with the Library’s telescopes, eating moon cakes and playing lunar-related songs.

Hannah Shaw, aka Kitten Lady, is the founder of Orphan Kitten Club, a 501(c)(3) non-profit working to give every kitty, especially the tiny guys, a chance at life. Meet Hannah and hear her talk about TNR resources and techniques, neonatal kitten care, and personal rescue stories.

Local rescues and resources will be on site with kitties for adoption and goodies for sale! Stop by our crafting station to make some cute kittythemed crafts! Check kentonlibrary.org/events for schedule of events.

Aerial Performance COVINGTON: WED., JULY 17 • 2-3 PM

Enjoy a visually stunning aerial acrobatic performance by Amanda the Aerialist.

Matinee Mania!: “Lion King” ERLANGER: WED., JULY 17 • 2-4 PM

Watch the classic ahead of the live action release.

National Hot Dog Day COVINGTON: WED., JULY 17 • 3-4 PM

Come enjoy a hot dog while supplies last. See online calendar for more details.

Matinee Wednesday COVINGTON: WED., JULY 17 • 3-5 PM

Special Showing of ‘Cirque de Soleil- Beatles: Love’.

Model Rocket Launch Part 2 WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., JULY 19 • 11 AM-12:30 PM

Join us as we launch the rockets that were built during the Part 1 session!

Small Step/Giant Leap!

National Coloring

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of man’s first step on the moon! We’ll have a variety of moon-related activities: moon art, moon sand, building and launching paper rockets, spacepack building.

FRI., AUG. 2 • ALL DAY

ERLANGER: Book Day SAT., JULY 20 • 1-3 PM COVINGTON:

Florence Community Chorus Concert

WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., JULY 20 • 2-3 PM

Slip and Slide!

WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., JULY 26 • 1-3 PM

Beat the heat at the Library with a giant slip and slide. Bring your swimsuit because you will get wet!

Space Jam Party

Harry Potter Birthday Party

Pump up the jam at the Library with crafts, basketball, and out of this world tunes.

Celebrate the birthday of Harry Potter with us! Costumes are encouraged!

ERLANGER: FRI., JULY 19 • 6:30-8:30 PM

COVINGTON: WED., JULY 31 • 2-4 PM

Ice Cream Party!* ERLANGER: THURS., AUG. 1 • 3-4 PM

Join us for some ice cream fun with stories, a craft and of course ice cream!

Enter your coloring page (one entry per patron) to win a small art prize. All supplies provided.

Little Da Vincis

WILLIAM E. DURR: FRIDAYS IN AUG. • 10 AM-8 PM

Stop in all day for an art and STEM activity.

& Genealogy department for a walking tour of Historic Licking Riverside Neighborhood. Learn about the significant structures, former residents, and events of times past. Tour begins in the Local History and Genealogy Department at Covington.

Friends Book Sale

COVINGTON: FRI., AUG. 9- SUN., AUG. 18

Back to School Party

COVINGTON: SUN., AUG. 11 • 2-3 PM OFF SITE: We’ll have games, crafts, open SAT., AUG. 3 • NOON-4 PM

Battle of the Bands

Live music, food and free swag while supplies last. Vote for your favorite band, who will win a small cash prize! Located at Flagship Park, Erlanger.

play and light snacks.

Remembering Woodstock

COVINGTON: FRI., AUG. 16 • 1-3 PM

National Root Beer Float Day

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock with tie-dye t-shirts. Limited sizes available or bring your own t-shirt.

Beat the summer heat with a nice refreshing root beer float!

While supplies last.

Peering into Space!*

Walking Tour of Historic Licking Riverside Neighborhood

Join us at Lincoln Ridge Park in Independence to learn about optics and telescopes!

Build your own telescope (1 per family while supplies last).

Activities geared to children in 4th grade and up.

COVINGTON: TUES., AUG. 6 • 7-7:45 PM

OFF SITE: WED., AUG. 7 • 9:30-11 AM TUES., AUG. 13 • 6:30-8 PM

Join staff from the Local History

OFF SITE: FRI., AUG. 16 • 7:30-9 PM

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Summer Reading Kickoff - Tech Toy Time!

AGES 5+ SAT., JUNE 1 • 1-3 PM

Have fun with the out-ofthis-world toys and tech in our STREAM Center.

Scorch Pen Father’s Day Photo Frame*

MAKERSPACE AT THE ERLANGER BRANCH

MON., JUNE 3 • 1:30-2:30 PM

Want to make a super cool photo frame? We’ll use scorch pens to make it personalized!

Lego Boost

TUESDAYS, JUNE & JULY 1:30-2:30 PM

Students in grades 2-6 join us in the STREAM Center to learn robotics with the LEGO Boost kits. Each week we will be doing a different project.

You Can Make It*

ADULTS ONLY WED., JUNE 5, JULY 3 & AUG. 7, 6:30-8:30 PM

Join Barn Rat Studio to learn some basic woodworking!

There is a $25 fee for materials used to complete the project.

6/5: Wooden Flag 7/3: BBQ Caddy 8/7: License Plate Bottle Opener

Maker Camp!

AGES 7+ THURSDAYS IN JUNE & JULY, 1:30-2:30 PM & 6:30-7:30 PM

Have fun at the Library’s Maker Camp! We will be doing a little bit of everything, from painting with light, creating moon habitats, and much more! No camp on July 18 at 6:30.

Sew What!

MIDDLE SCHOOL + WED., JUNE 12 & 26, JULY 10 & 24, AUG. 14 & 28 • 7-8:30 PM

Sew What! is a chance for sewing beginners to get together, share ideas and learn a thing or two! Different project each month.

June: Luggage tags July: Catnip Cat Toys August: Placemats

DIY Rope Bowl*

MON., JUNE 24 • 2-4 PM

Come learn how to turn some basic rope into a rustic looking bowl!

String Art Flag*

MON., JULY 1 • 6-8 PM

Come try your hand at some string art to celebrate 4th of July!

3D Print Your Own Cookie Cutter* MON., JULY 15 • 6-8 PM

Learn how to make your own cookie cutter using Sketchup!

Parent’s Day Button Festival SUN., JULY 28 • 2-4 PM

Come by the Library to make a button for your special parents!

Decorative Wine Bottles*

ADULTS ONLY WED., JULY 31 & AUG. 21 6:30-8 PM

Join us in the STREAM Center to make seasonal decorations out of wine bottles.

Toddler & Preschool STREAM

WED., AUG. 7 10 AM: TODDLERS 11 AM: PRESCHOOLERS

Join us in the STREAM Center for a special storytime!

Make Mini Pallet Coasters* MON., AUG. 12 • 2-4 PM

STEM Wars*

TUES., AUG. 20 • 7-8 PM

Use your engineering skills to create something from our junkyard and see how it matches up with other competitors. Winner gets a prize!

Smart Phones for Seniors* MON., AUG. 19 • 2-4 PM

Not sure how to get the most from your smart phone? We’ll show you how!

DIY Photo Cubes* MON., JULY 29 • 2-4 PM

Come learn how to make some decorative photo cubes for your home!

A place to create, be creative and learn new skills *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000

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Adult Events *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Parent Taxi Contest WILLIAM E. DURR: JUNE, JULY & AUG.

Parents of teens can enter into a raffle for a gas card each time they visit. Ask a staff member for details.

Create with Karla*

COVINGTON: SAT., JUNE 1 & 22 • 10 AM-NOON

6/1: Create a patriotic flag plaque 6/22: Make herbal infused soap 7/3: Altered bottles

Writer’s Group

WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., JUNE 3 & 17, JULY 1, AUG. 5 & 19 • 6:30-8:30 PM ERLANGER: THURS., JUNE 6 & 20, JULY 18, AUG. 1 & 15 • 6:30-8 PM

Give yourself the advantage of support, tips, and feedback.

Wednesday Matinee COVINGTON: WEDNESDAYS • 1-4 PM

Join us for some outer space related films and documentaries! Check website or call for featured titles.

Toastmasters

ADULTS ONLY ERLANGER : MONDAYS • 7-8:30 PM

Toastmasters help people develop public speaking and leadership skills-with enjoyMagic! The Gathering ment. No meeting 7/1 & 7/15 ERLANGER: and 8/5 & 8/19.

SAT., JUNE 1 & 15, JULY 6 & 20, AUG. 3 & 17 • NOON-3 PM

Bring your own deck or one can be provided for beginners.

Tournaments June 8 & Aug. 10, noon to 5 pm.

Movie vs. Book

WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., JUNE 2, 30 & AUG. 4 2-4:30 PM

6/2: “Catch Me If You Can” 6/30: “Ready Player One” 8/4: “Big Stone Gap” Come back on the following Tuesday for the book discussion.

Mah Jongg Madness

WILLIAM E. DURR: MONDAYS, JUNE-AUG. • 1-4 PM

All skill levels are welcome!

Long-Term Hope: Support Group for the Long-Term Unemployed COVINGTON: MON., JUNE 3 &17, JULY 1 & 15, AUG. 5 & 19 • 6-7 PM

Join others seeking to change careers or working in unhappy survival jobs for fresh ideas!

SCORE: Free Advice for Businesses & Entrepreneurs

ERLANGER: TUESDAYS, JUNE-AUG. Kenton 9 AM-1:30 PM

SCORE volunteers provide free advice to fledgling entrepreneurs, folks whose companies are young and struggling or still in the imagination stage on all facets of starting and running a small business.

Microsoft Word*

COVINGTON PART 1: TUES., JUNE 4, WED., JULY 10 10 AM-NOON PART 2: TUES., JUNE 11, WED., JULY 17, 10 AM-NOON WILLIAM E. DURR PART 1: TUES., JUNE 4 • 6:30-8:30 PM PART 2 (ADVANCED): TUES., JUNE 11 • 6:30-8:30 PM

GenTech Tues.: Intro to Genealogy*

COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 4, JULY 9, AUG. 6 2-3 PM

Learn how to get started in this one-hour class.

County Diabetes Support Group

Guided Tour of the Kenton Co. Courthouse ERLANGER: Records Room at TUES., JUNE 4, JULY 2, AUG. 6 Covington* 6:30-8 PM Join the Northern Kentucky Health Department for tips, resources and support.

OFFSITE: WED., JUNE 5 & 19, JULY 10 & 24, AUG. 14 & 21 • 9:30-11 AM

Learn the ins and outs of researching in the records DIY Moon String Art* room at the Kenton County ERLANGER: Courthouse in Covington.

TUES., JUNE 11 • 6:30-7:30 PM Registration required and limited to 6 participants per DIY Milky Way Galaxy tour.

Bath Bombs and Soap* COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 4 • 7-8 PM

Microsoft PowerPoint*

looking to change careers? Join other job seekers looking for work to get support and fresh ideas.

LGBTQ Movie Night

COVINGTON PART 1: NKY Accountability WED., JUNE 5 & THURS., JULY 11 Group 10-NOON ERLANGER: PART 2: WEDNESDAYS • 9:15-11:30 AM WED. JUNE 12 & THURS., JULY 18 10 AM-NOON Unemployed professional or WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., JUNE 5, 12, 19 & 26 6:30-8:30 PM

6/5: “The Birdcage: 6/12: “Freak Show” 6/19: “Live Simon” 6/26: “The Imitation Game”

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*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Transferable Skills Workshop*

Tai Chi

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

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

WILLIAM E. DURR: ERLANGER: FRI., JUNE 7 & 21, JULY 5 & 19, AUG. 2 & 16 & 30 THURS., JUNE 6 & AUG. 22 10:30-11:30 AM 10 AM-NOON

Microsoft Excel*

COVINGTON PART 1: THURS, JUNE 6, TUES., JULY 16 10 AM-NOON PART 2: THURS., JUNE 13, TUES., JULY 23 10 AM-NOON PART 3: THURS., JUNE 20, TUES., JULY 30 10 AM-NOON

Let’s Get Cooking!

WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., JUNE 6 & AUG. 1 1-3 PM

The Check Mates

WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., JUNE 9, JULY 14, AUG. 11 1-4 PM

A multi-generational chess club for players of all skill levels.

Make It With Jackie: Greeting Cards*

WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., JUNE 9, JULY 14, AUG. 11 2-4 PM

Participants will make four cards each. All supplies provided.

6/6: Chocolate 8/1: Pizza, Chicken & Custard

Homesteaders Club

Dungeons and Dragons Game Night

6/9: Composting

WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., JUNE 9, JULY 14 & AUG. 11 3-4 PM

ERLANGER: 7/14: TBD THURS., JUNE 6 & 20, JULY 18, AUG. 1 & 15 • 6-8 PM 8/11: Bees COVINGTON: SAT., JUNE 8 & 22, JULY 13 & 27, AUG. 10 & 24 • 1-4 PM WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., JUNE 10, JULY 8, AUG. 12 6-8:30 PM

Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange

WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., JUNE 10, JULY 8, AUG. 12 2-4 PM TUES., JUNE 25,, JULY 23, AUG. 27 NOON-2 PM

See For Everyone.

Crafting with Krysta!*

COVINGTON: MON., JUNE 10, JULY 1 & AUG. 5 6-8 PM

Join us each month and we’ll create a family history or local history-inspired craft!

June: Family-photo coasters July: Photo canvas bag August: Family Crest

Mystery Tea*

ERLANGER: WEDS., JUNE 12 & AUG. 7 2-4 PM THURS., JUNE 13 & AUG. 8 6:30-8:30 PM

Mingle with friends and put your heads together to solve clues and get to the bottom of our latest mystery. Refreshments provided. Ages 16+ please.

Ukulele Jam with Cool Hand Ukes

ERLANGER: WEDS., JUNE 12, JULY 10 & AUG. 14 • 6-8 PM

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

Maximize Your LinkedIn Profile*

DNA Testing Basics

Gain traction in being locatable to HR recruiters on LinkedIn.

Thinking of taking a DNA test, or want to learn more about how they work? Learn about testing basics as we compare tests from a few of the leading companies.

ERLANGER: TUES., JUNE 11 & AUG. 13 6-8 PM

Buti Yoga

COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 11 & 25, JULY 9 & 23 6:30-7:30 PM

All fitness levels welcome!

Limited to the first 25 in attendance.

COVINGTON: THURS., JUNE 13 • 10-11 AM

Songwriters’ Workshop with Steve Trauger WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., JUNE 13 • 7-8 PM

Please bring your instrument with you.

Join us for a casual D&D game night for players of all experience levels aged 15+.

Craft Club*

ERLANGER: THURSDAYS • 6:30-8:30 PM

6/6: Galaxy Wine Glasses (Ages 21+) 6/20: Galaxy Bath Bombs 7/18: Cat Books 8/1: Beaded Wind Chimes 8/15: Macramé Dream Catchers

Planet Hero* ERLANGER: TUES., JUNE 4 & JULY 9

6:30-7:30 PM

6/4: Sustainable Gardening* – make a planting pot 7/9: DIY Reusable Food Wrap*

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Book Clubs J O I N

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William E. Durr

TUES., JUNE 4 & 18, JULY 2 & 16, AUG. 6 & 20 7-8:30 PM

Erlanger

WED., JUNE 5, FRI., JULY 3 & WED., AUG., 7 7-8 PM

Books On Tap WED., JUNE 26, JULY 31 & AUG. 28 • 7 -8:30 PM

Let’s Get Grilling! Featuring Afishionados

Discussion is held at Braxton Brewing Company, 27 W 7th St, Covington, KY 41011

Wine About It

WILLIAM E. DURR:THURS., JUNE 20 • 6:30-8 PM

Learn some recipes and tips and tricks this grilling season!

Film Friday

Open Crafting/

7/12: “When Harry Met Sally” - 30th Anniversary 8/9: “The Wife”

Join other crafters for an afternoon of shared creativity.

See and learn to use our Makerspace tools.

WED., JUNE 26, JULY 31 & AUG. 21 • 7-8:30 PM

Meet at the Fort Mitchell Public House, 2053 Dixie Hwy, Fort Mitchell, KY 41011

ERLANGER: Makerspace Open FRI., JUNE 14, JULY 12 & AUG. 9 House 6-8 PM COVINGTON: 6/14: “The First Man” SAT., JUNE 15 • 2-4 PM

One-On-One Genealogy Introduction to Research Assistance* COVINGTON: Microsoft Publisher* SAT., JUNE 15 & 29, JULY 13 & 27 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.

COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 18 • 10 AM-NOON

“Moulin Rouge” and Book Page Hearts

KCPL Motor Show See For Everyone.

WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., JUNE 18 • 6:30-9 PM

ERLANGER: SAT., JUNE 15 • 10:30 AM-2 PM Open

COVINGTON: SAT., JUNE 15, JULY 20 & AUG. 24 1-2 PM

6/15: Button Making 7/20: Heat Press and Transfers 8/24: Large Format and Photo Printers Learn how to use items in our makerspace.

Keep On Spinning! The Vinyl Record Club WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., JUNE 18, JULY 16 & AUG. 20 • 7-8 PM

Stop in to listen to, chat about, and fully experience vinyl records.

Hooks & Needles

COVINGTON: THURS., JUNE 20, JULY 18 & AUG. 15 • 2-4 PM

ERLANGER: Bring your current knitting or TUES., JUNE 18 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Watch the movie and make a craft. PG-13

Makerspace 101*

Check online or call for featured titles for all book club discussions.

crochet project for two hours of tips, advice, fun and sharing.

Lab*

Ask questions about computer issues or learn from other’s questions.

Dolly Parton Lip Sync ERLANGER: SAT., JUNE 22 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Grab your red shoes and come on down to LibraryWood to celebrate all things Dolly and Dumplin’! Enjoy mocktails and refreshments! Be ready to sing your heart out or enjoy the show!

Dominos & Donuts

ERLANGER: FRI., JUNE 21, JULY 19 & AUG. 16 • 9:30-10:30 AM

Wake up at the Library with fresh donuts, coffee, and a game of dominos.

Laser Yarn Obstacle Course

WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., JUNE 22 • 1-3 PM

Sneak through like a spy in this laser obstacle course using black light yarn!

*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Green Light Group Mock Interview Session*

Classic Movie Matinee ERLANGER: WED., JUNE 26, JULY 31 & AUG. 28 • 1 -3 PM

ERLANGER: 6/26: “The Sound of Music” TUES., JUNE 25, JULY 23 & 7/31: “Willy Wonka & The AUG. 27 • 9:30-11:30 AM

Do a 30-minute mock interview for a prospective job with a career counselor.

Covington Bad Art Club*

GenTech Tuesdays: Genealogy Basics Series*

COVINGTON: THURS., JUNE 27, JULY 25 & AUG. 22 • 6-8 PM

COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 25, JULY 23, AUG. 20, 10-11 AM

Learn how to research popular genealogy topics during this summer series.

6/5: Basics of Vital Records (Birth, Death, and Marriage) 7/23: Census Records and City Directories 8/20: Basics of Military Records (registration cards, pensions, headstone applications, etc.)

Upcycled Crafting*

Chocolate Factory” 8/28: “The Manchurian Candidate”

This summer we will be painting bygone buildings of Northern Kentucky. Learn about their significance while taking a shot at painting your own art masterpiece.

6/27: Ritchie House 7/25: Zimmer-Drahman House 8/22: Luther Feltman House

Night Circus

In Concert: The Faux Frenchmen

Homeward Bound and Cat Crafts

Come enjoy local favorites The Faux Frenchmen in concert at the Library!

COVINGTON: TUES., JULY 2 • 10 AM-NOON

ERLANGER: TUES., JULY 2 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Bound down to the Library to make cat crafts and watch “Homeward Bound”!

Exploring the Internet* COVINGTON PART 1: WED., JULY 3 • 10 AM-NOON PART 2: TUES., JULY 9 • 10 AM-NOON

Hot Glue Canvas Art

COVINGTON: SAT., JULY 6 • 10 AM-NOON

Mario Kart Tournament ERLANGER: SAT., JULY 6 • 1-4 PM

ERLANGER: Play Mario Kart 8 on the Switch FRI., JUNE 28 • 6:30-7:30 PM and try to win 1st, 2nd or 3rd

ERLANGER: See For Everyone.

TUES., JUNE 25 & JULY 23 2-4 PM; AND Hoxworth Blood Drive* THURS., JUNE 27, JULY 25 & WILLIAM E. DURR: AUG. 22 • 6:30-8:30 PM SAT., JUNE 29 • 10 AM-3:30 PM

6/25: Decorative Bowls 6.27: Decorative Bowls 7/23: Cat Castle 7/25: Cat Castle 8/22: Jar Candles

First Time Computer Users*

Online registration available at the Hoxworth Donor Portal or call Library staff at (859) 9624030. Up to $10 in late fines will be forgiven to blood donors on the day of the drive!

An Evening with Mark Cormican Featuring a Tribute to John Denver

WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., JUNE 28 • 7-8:30 PM

place!

LinkedIn Upgrades and Updates* COVINGTON: MON., JULY 8, 15, 22 & 29 6-7:30 PM

Join expert instructor Carolyn Dickerson for a 4-part tour of LinkedIn’s new features and updates.

7/8: Privacy Settings & Using Groups 7/15: Connecting, Posting ,and Using Groups 7/22: Applying for Jobs & Using Filters 7/29: LinkedIn Mobile app & Video

Teal Gate Studio LinkedIn Photos*

ERLANGER: WED., JULY 10 • 11:30 AM-1 PM

Professional level jobseekers can have LinkedIn photo taken by an expert.

COVINGTON: SAT., JULY 13 • 1-2 PM

Taste of Sushi*

ERLANGER: MON., JULY 15 & AUG. 12 6-8 PM

See For Everyone.

Harry Potter Themed Adult Craft Night!* WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., JULY 15 & 22 • 7-8 PM

DAR Research Assistance

COVINGTON: TUES., JULY 16 • 9-11 AM

Local members of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be in the Local History & Genealogy Department to discuss the necessary steps toward membership and to help you with research questions.

Photo Seminar

ERLANGER: TUES., JULY 16 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Have questions about your DSLR camera, lenses, flash units, tripods, image editing programs like Photoshop and Lightroom? Bring your manuals and equipment and sit down with members of Tristate Photographic Society and talk Photography.

“Moonraker” & Trivia WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., JULY 17 • 6-9 PM

Watch the film and stick around afterwards for a round of James Bond trivia!

“Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy”!

COVINGTON: SAT., JULY 27 & FRI., AUG. 23 NOON-4 PM

The Opioid Epidemc — Let’s Talk About It!

ERLANGER: WED., AUG. 28 • 5:30-6:30 PM

Sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Bar Association, this panel discussion will explain local efforts to address the opioid crisis.

Tips & Tricks For Using Your Smartphone Camera* WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., JULY 18 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Learn tips and tricks to using your camera phone to its potential and take great photographs.

Special Showing of “Wonders of the Universe”

COVINGTON: FRI., JULY 19 • 1-5 PM

Kitten Lady!*

ERLANGER: SUN., JULY 21 • 1-5 PM

See For Everyone.

E-mail Creation and Access* COVINGTON: MON., JULY 22 • 9-11 AM

Lisa Frank Art Party*

Harry Potter Escape Room*

E-mail Use*

COVINGTON: WED., JULY 24 • 10 AM-NOON

Harry Potter Interactive Movie: “The Chamber of Secrets”*

Witches and wizards, are you ready for a challenge?

Unlock the boxes for a magical surprise! Must register individually. Four time slots available.

Job Searching and the Internet*

COVINGTON: THURS., JULY 25 • 10 AM-NOON

Paint Along with Bob Ross on Hoopla* COVINGTON: MON., JULY 22 • 6-8 PM

Discover your calm as you paint along with Bob Ross while watching an episode of The Joy of Painting on our Hoopla streaming service.

WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., JULY 25 • 6:30-8:30 PM

OFF SITE: SAT., AUG. 3 • NOON-4 PM

See For Everyone.

DIY Birth Chart*

ERLANGER: TUES., AUG. 6 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Discover your sign.

Splatoon Tournament

ERLANGER: SAT., AUG. 10 • 1-4 PM

Defend your turf with your favorite Inkling in Splatoon 2 for AGES 9+ ERLANGER: the Switch! Prizes awarded.

MON., JULY 29 • 5:30-8:30 PM

Cat Cake Pops*

DIY Tie Dye Socks*

ERLANGER: ERLANGER: TUES., AUG. 13 • 6:30-7:30 PM TUES., JULY 30 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Make some adorable cat cake

AGES 11+ pops with us!

ERLANGER: WED., JULY 24 • 5:30-8:15 PM Harry Potter

ERLANGER: Snapseed App for TUES., JULY 23 • 6:30-7:30 PM Smartphone Photos*

Come paint and color with us.

See the original BBC series based on the best-selling books “Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” and “The Restaurant at the End of the Universe.”

Battle of the Bands

and Game*

Paint

Guardians of the Galaxy Galaxy Coaster*

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

Makerspace 101: Large Photo

AGES 11+ ERLANGER: Format and WED., JULY 31 • 6-7 PM Printers*

Paint Harry Potter-themed planters and play trivia for prizes.

4th Annual Harry Potter “Riddikulus” Trivia for Adults!

AGES 17+ WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., JULY 31 • 7-8 PM

Prizes awarded to the top 3 winners of the trivia game!

Dog Days of Summer 1-on-1 Genealogy Research Assistance*

COVINGTON THURS., AUG. 1- SAT., AUG. 31

We can help you with getting started, breaking past a brick wall, property research, or naturalization research. Call us at (859) 962-4070 to reserve a one-hour appointment.

Cricut vs. Silhouette*

COVINGTON: SAT., AUG. 24 • 1-3 PM

Learn how to use the large format and photo printers.

Cincinnati 4-Way String Quartet

COVINGTON: SAT., AUG. 31 • 1-3 PM

Listen to classical and popular music!

Identity Theft Lunch & Learn*

ERLANGER: TUES., AUG. 27 • 11:30 AM-1 PM

Learn how to prevent identity theft with experts from COVE Federal Credit Union.

Tragical Mystery Tour*

ERLANGER: TUES., AUG. 27 • 6:30-8:30 PM

See this far out murder mystery!

Refreshments provided.

WILLIAM E. DURR: THURS., AUG. 1 • 6:30-9 PM

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Teen Stuff

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

Join us for Art Club!

WILLIAM E. DURR WEDNESDAYS • 3-5 PM

Write Now!

LGBTQ Movie Night

A space for teen writers to discuss poetry, fiction, memoir, songs, plays, graphic novels, and more.

6/5: “The Birdcage” 6/12: “Freak Show” 6/19: “Live Simon” 6/26: “The Imitation Game”

COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 4 & 18, JULY 2 & 16 6-8 PM

DIY Moon String Art*

WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., JUNE 5, 12, 19 & 26 6:30-8:30 PM

Teen Sketch & Stretch*

ERLANGER: COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 11 • 6:30-7:30 PM THURS., JUNE 6 & JULY 25 • 2-3 PM MON., AUG. 5 • 2-3 PM

Galaxy Art

COVINGTON: WED., JUNE 5, 19 & 26, JULY 16, & AUG. 6 • 1-2 PM

6/5: T-Shirts 6/19: Pen Holder 6/26: Magnets 7/16: Nails

Art Club

WILLIAM E. DURR WEDNESDAYS • 3-5 PM

Late Night Gaming

WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., MAY 31, JULY 5 & AUG. 16 9-11 PM

Join us for video games, pizza, and assorted games.

Parent Taxi Contest WILLIAM E. DURR: JUNE, JULY & AUGUST

See Adults.

Video Game Programming Club

WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., JUNE 1 • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Using GameMaker Studio learn how to handle movement, design game logic, create split-screen games, and script in GML.

Each Wednesday will be a different theme with a new project: 6/5: Canvas Painting 6/12: Shrinky Dinks Game Day 6/19: Watercolor Plants COVINGTON: 6/26: Accordion Books MON., JUNE 3 • 1:30-3:30 PM, MON., JULY 1 • NOON-3 PM, & 7/3: Friendship Bracelets SUN., AUG. 4 • 1:30-3:30 PM 7/10: Sock Puppets A fun afternoon of gaming, 7/17: Clay & Found Art snacks provided.

Sculpture 7/24: Painting Sculptures Teen Space ERLANGER: 7/31: Tie Dye MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS, 8/7: Draw a Friend JUNE-AUG. • 4-5 PM 8/14: Crafty Free-For-All

Tween Book to Movie Club!

See Adults.

12 SUMMER 2019

Dungeons and Dragons Game Night

ERLANGER: THURS., JUNE 6 & 20, JULY 18, AUG. 1 & 15 • 6-8 PM COVINGTON: SAT., JUNE 8 & 22, JULY 13 & 27, AUG. 10 & 24 • 1-4 PM WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., JUNE 10, JULY 8, AUG. 12 6-8:30 PM

Join us for a casual D&D game night for players of all experience levels aged 15+.

Library Archives

WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., JUNE 7 & 21, JULY 19 & AUG. 2 • 2-3 PM

It came from the dustiest DVD shelves…come watch 90s cartoons, dance to 80s exercise videos, and more.

The Check Mates

SCHOOL AGE THROUGH ADULTS ERLANGER: WILLIAM E. DURR: AGES 9-13 SUN., JUNE 9, JULY 14, AUG. 11 WED., JUNE 5 & JULY 10; ERLANGER: MON., JUNE 24 • 5:30-7 PM 1-4 PM TUES. JUNE 4 • 2-3 PM See Adults.

Wed, 6/5: Kawaii Organizer FILM SHOWINGS: Mon., 6/24: Mochi Plushies TUES, JULY 2 & 23 • 2-4 PM

Join Miss Jill on June 4 to select two books-to-movies to read this summer! Read the books Magic! The Gathering then watch the movies July 2 ERLANGER: July 23. See website for details.

SAT., JUNE 1 & 15, JULY 6 & 20, AUG. 3 & 17 • NOON-3 PM

Ani-Make It!

Sketch & Stretch offers a unique program that combines art and yoga for teens. The program begins with yoga for focus and is followed by an art lesson.

Wed, 7/10: Cat Headbands

Anime Club

ERLANGER: MON., JUNE 10, JULY 8 & AUG. 12 5:30-7 PM WM. E DURR: FRI., JUNE 14, JULY 12 & AUG. 9 6-8 PM COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 18 • 6-8 PM & TUES., JULY 30 • NOON-1 PM

DIY Spa Treats

Laser Yarn Obstacle Course

AGES 9+ ERLANGER: TUES., JUNE 11 • 3-4 PM

WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., JUNE 22 • 1-3 PM

See Adults.

Paint Along with Bob Ross on Hoopla*

Ages 9 and older can make spa treats such as sugar scrubs, fizzy bath powders and lip balms.

While supplies last.

COVINGTON: MON., JULY 22 • 6-8 PM

See Adults.

Wild Wednesdays!

ERLANGER: WED., JUNE 26 & JULY 21 6:30-7:30 PM

Library Teen Cafe

WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., JUNE 11, JULY 9 & AUG. 6 6-8 PM

Need a non-school space to hang out and talk with your friends? Come to the Library Teen Cafe for coffee, snacks, and conversations.

Buti Yoga

COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 11 & 25, JULY 9 & 23, 6:30-7:30 PM

See Adults.

Pride Lights

Open Crafting/ Makerspace Open House

COVINGTON: SAT., JUNE 15 • 2-4 PM

See Adults.

Teen Art*

Artful Afternoons

AGES 10-14 ERLANGER:

THURS. JUNE 13 & 27, JULY 11 & 25 • 2-3PM

6/13: DIY Sharpie Coasters/Tile Art 6/27: Canvas Art* 7/11: Tie-Dye* 7/25: Crafts and a movie (2-4 PM)

COVINGTON: THURS., JUNE 20 • 2-4 PM

Learn the delicious art of decorating cupcakes. You will create 3 delectable cupcakes during this program.

Hooks & Needles

ERLANGER: COVINGTON: MON. JUNE 17, JULY 1 & AUG. 5, THURS., JUNE 20, JULY 18 & WED., JUNE 19 • 6-7 PM AUG. 15 • 2-4 PM

6/17: Watercolor Galaxy 6/19: Hot Glue Canvas Craft 7/1: Constellation Light Box 8/5: Plastic Bottle Bird Feeder

COVINGTON: THURS., JUNE 13 • 1-3 PM

Create a rainbow to shine on your wall with a lightbulb and sharpies.

Cupcake Decorating*

Twenhofel Summer Meet-Up

OFF SITE: TUES., JUNE 18 & JULY 9 NOON-2:30 PM Come play games and hang out all afternoon over the summer at Twenhofel Middle School! Open to all incoming 6th graders-outgoing 8th graders at Kenton County Schools.

See Adults.

6/26: Shakespeare Stage Combat (Ages 10-18) 7/17: Squirt Gun Painting (Ages 7-14)

Rainbow Soap

COVINGTON: THURS., JUNE 27 • 2-3 PM

Create your very own colorful bar of soap.

Summer Party

WILLIAM E. DURR : THURS., JUNE 27 • 4-6 PM

Come celebrate summer with games, music, and ice cream!

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

Cincinnati Museum Center Presents: Forensics: The Science of Crime*

Hot Glue Canvas Art

COVINGTON: SAT., JULY 6 • 10 AM-NOON

Mario Kart Tournament

Enjoy after hours Lazer Kraze at the Library! Games will play for one hour and pizza will follow! Permission slips must be returned by July 19 and can be picked up in the Covington TeenSpace.

Create candy with galaxy colors.

Splatoon Tournament

Magazine Silhouette Art GRADES 6-12 ERLANGER: WED., AUG. 28 • 5:30-6:30 PM

Create artwork out of recycled magazines.

Defend your turf with your favorite Inkling in Splatoon 2 for the Switch!

Prizes awarded.

Teen Cuisine

COVINGTON: THUR., JULY 18 & AUG. 8 2-3 PM

Out of this World Terrariums

COVINGTON: FRI., JULY 19 • 2-3 PM

ERLANGER: Create a living outer space SAT., JULY 6 • 1-4 PM

Drift into the Library for some great competition playing Mario Kart 8 for the Switch! Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places.

AGES 11-18 ERLANGER: WED., AUG. 21 • 5:30-6:30 PM

ERLANGER: SAT., AUG. 10 1-4 PM

Calling all future CSIs! Analyze human skull replicas to determine the gender and ethnicity of a fictional victim.

COVINGTON: WED., JULY 3 • 4:30-6 PM

Constellation Candy*

COVINGTON: FRI., JULY 26 6-8 PM

COVINGTON: THURS., JULY 11 6:30-7:30 PM

Stranger Things Party

Laser Tag at the Library!*

terrarium.

Battle of the Bands

OFF SITE: SAT., AUG. 3 • NOON-4 PM

Music, food and free swag while supplies last. Vote for

your favorite band, who

will win a small cash prize! Located at Flagship Park, Erlanger.

DON’T MISS AWESOME HARRY POTTER EVENTS THIS SUMMER!

Harry Potter Themed Adult Craft Night* DURR: MON., JULY 22 • 7-8 PM

See Adults.

Harry Potter Escape Room*

ERLANGER: WED., JULY 24 • 5:30-8:15 PM

See Adults.

Harry Potter Celebration — First Years Party!* DURR WED., JULY 24 • 6:30-8:30 PM

See Children.

Harry Potter Interactive Movie: “The Chamber of Secrets”* ERLANGER: MON., JULY 29 • 5:30-8:30 PM

Swish your wands and fly your Ford Anglia because you’re joining Harry on his second-year adventure!

Harry Potter Birthday Party COVINGTON: WED., JULY 31 • 2-4 PM

Celebrate the birthday of Harry Potter with us! Costumes are encouraged!

Harry Potter Paint and Game* ERLANGER: WED., JULY 31 • 6-7 PM

See Adults.

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

GRADES K-6 ERLANGER GRADES 4-6: SAT., JUNE 1 • 1:45-2:45 PM GRADES K-3: SAT., JUNE 1 • 2:45-3:45 PM

Horse Tales

Universe of Stories

SCHOOL AGE WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., JUNE 10, 17 & 24, JULY 1, 8, 15 & 22 • 11 AM-3 PM

Each week we’ll visit a different celestial body, where we’ll share books, crafts, art, hands-on science, and more. See website for details and weekly themes.

Milestone’s Inc. provides therapeutic horse programs.

Reading times will take place in 30-minute intervals.

Registration required by going to Milestonesinc.org. Supported by Friends of KCPL.

Presented by iSpace.

SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: MON., JUNE 3-JULY 29 11 AM-NOON

Makerspace Mondays

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: MON., JUNE 3-JULY 22 • 1-2 PM

Join us for a different project each week using our STEMbased Makerspace Kits in the new Makerspace in the Children’s Department.

Trailblazers

GRADES 3-5 WILLIAM E. DURR: MONDAYS, JUNE & JULY • 7-8 PM TUESDAYS, JUNE & JULY 1:30-2:30 PM

Join us each week to hear a story, make a craft, design and build or play a game! Limited to first 30 children.

Crafty Kids

GRADES K-2 WILLIAM E. DURR: MONDAYS, JUNE & JULY • 7-8 PM TUESDAYS, JUNE & JULY, 1:30-2:30 PM

Calling all kids in grades K-2! Join us for our weekly summer program called Crafty Kids. We’ll read stories, make crafts and play games. This program is open to the first 30 kids in attendance.

Tween Book to Movie Club!

AGES 9-13 ERLANGER: TUES. JUNE 4 • 2-3 PM FILM SHOWINGS: JULY 2 & 23 2-4 PM

Wild Wednesdsays!

AGES 7-12 ERLANGER WEDNESDAYS IN JUNE & JULY 7-8 PM

6/5: Alien Slime 6/12: Gravity Art See Teens.

6/19: Straw Rockets 6/26: Shakespeare Stage Space Engineering Combat – 6:30 PM for ages 10+ SCHOOL AGE - See teens COVINGTON: 7/10: Ice Cream in a Bag TUESDAYS IN JULY • 7-8 PM 7/17: Squirt Gun Painting – ages Come put your space building 7-14 – See Teens* and design skills to the test.

7/24: Pizza Party

Rise & Shine Storytime at Devou TODDLERS & PRESCHOOL OFF SITE: WED., JUNE 5-JULY 31 10 AM-NOON

Join us at Devou Park for stories, songs, and playtime. We’ll meet at the Beaden Shelter located at approximately 1171 Montague Rd inside the park every Wed. in June and July (except July 3).

Cosponsored by the Covington Department of Parks and Recreation.

Movie Night Make & Take: Mary Poppins Returns

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: THURS., JUNE 6 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Watch ‘Mary Poppins Returns’ and work on a project you can take home!

Art in the Park with Cincinnati Art Museum OFF SITE: PRESCHOOL & SCHOOL AGE FRIDAYS IN JUNE • 10-11 AM

Let your child’s creativity flow through this process-based art-making program in the great

outdoors! We’ll read a book that will pair with each medium of art we explore! Meet at Goebel Park, located at 501 Philadelphia St, Covington, KY 41011. Meet us by the clock and look for our sign!

Lego Lab

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: FRIDAYS IN JUNE & JULY • 1-2 PM

Imagine and see what you can build with our LEGOs!

Library Playgroup

CHILDREN AGES 0-5 AND THEIR FAMILIES COVINGTON: SAT., JUNE 8, JULY 13 & AUG. 10 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.

The Check Mates

SCHOOL AGE THROUGH ADULTS WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., JUNE 9, JULY 14, AUG. 11 1-4 PM

See Adults.

*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Small Talk: A Book Club for Homeschoolers*

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: WED., JUNE 19 & JULY 24 10:30 AM-NOON

Zoo on the Move*

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: SAT., JUNE 15 • 3-4 PM

Welcome animal ambassadors from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden.

DIY Spa Treats

Out of This World

AGES 9+ AGES 5-12 ERLANGER: COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 11 • 3-4 PM THURS., JUNE 13, 20 & 27, JULY 11 & 18 • 1-2 PM

See Teens.

Magic Tree House Summer Book Club!

AGES 7-11 WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., JUNE 12 • NOON-1 PM

Join us to talk about a “Magic Tree House” book and participate in a project!

6/12: Carnival at Candlelight (Merlin’s Mission #33) 6/26: High Time for Heroes (Merlin’s Mission #51) 7/10: Shadow of the Shark (Merlin’s Mission #53) 7/24: Night of the New Magicians (Merlin’s Mission #35) 8/7: Mummies in the Morning (#3)

6/13: Galaxy Slime/playdough 6/20: Planet marble art & Constellation build 6/27: Space Rocks 7/11: Space in a Jar 7/18: UFO’s and Aliens

Spanish/English Storytime

Toy Story Party!

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: THURS., JUNE 20 • 6:30-8 PM

Celebrate the release of Toy Story 4. Watch the original Toy Story movie, make a themed craft and have snacks and a enter into a prize giveaway!

Laser Yarn Obstacle Course

SCHOOL AGE-TEENS WILLIAM E. DURR: SAT., JUNE 22 • 1-3 PM

PRESCHOOL & SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: See Teens.

FRI., JUNE 14 & JULY 12 • 3-4 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 Artful Afternoons niños engancharse a traves AGES 10-14 de cuentos, juegos con los ERLANGER: dedos, mùsica, actividades, y THURS. JUNE 13 & 27, JULY 11 & manualidades.

25 • 2-3 PM

A Tour of the Solar System with Cincinnati Observatory*

6/13: DIY Sharpie Coasters/Tile Art 6/27: Canvas Art* 7/11: Tie-Dye* 7/25: Crafts and a movie (2-4 PM)

“Cars” and Crafts!

Imagine! Play! Learn!

Movie Night Make & Take: “Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse”

Baby Shark Preschool Storytime

COVINGTON: THURS., JUNE 13 • 6:30-8:30 PM

COVINGTON: SAT., JUNE 22 • 2-3 PM

The Observatory will bring scale models of the planets for participants to compare.

Hear about the anniversary of the moon landing and create a moon-themed craft.

ERLANGER: PRESCHOOL & SCHOOL AGE SAT., JUNE 15 • 1-3 PM WILLIAM E. DURR: SUN., JUNE 23 • 2-4 PM After the KCPL Motor Show,

watch Pixar’s “Cars” and enjoy crafts and snacks.

AGES 3-5 COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 18 • 10-10:45 AM

Come for super fun shark stories and songs with Miss Amy and her ukulele followed by rocking out to your favorite shark song!

16 SUMMER 2019

6/19: “Penny from Heaven” by Jennifer L. Holm 7/24: “The Lemonade War” by Jacqueline Davies

Storytimes Ages 0-6 • Program length may vary Puppy Tales*

SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: SUN., JUNE 23, JULY 28 2-4 PM

Children are invited to read to a dog to improve literacy skills and confidence.

Cincinnati Museum Center Presents: Digging for Dinosaurs*

Wall-E

PRESCHOOL & SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: SUN., JUNE 30 • 2-4 PM

Celebrate SRC’s “Universe of Stories” by following Pixar’s adorable robots across the galaxy.

Pizza Storytime

COVINGTON: TUES., JULY 9 — • AGES 3-5: 10-10:45 AM SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: • AGE 2: 11-11:45 AM THURS., JUNE 27 • 6:30-7:30 PM We’ll read and sing about pizza

Uncover fossils on a mock paleontological dinosaur dig.

and then eat some!

Holiday Happenings: Fourth of July* SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: MON., JUNE 24 • 7-8 PM

Join us for a patriotic celebration and make a fireworks inspired t-shirt. Please bring a plain white t-shirt.

June 3-July 26 Storytimes take a break in August.

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

Family Storytime AGES 0-6; CAREGIVER REQUIRED COVINGTON: WED., 7 PM ERLANGER: TUE., 7 PM

Toddler Storytime 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.

Rise and Shine

AGES 2-5; CAREGIVER REQUIRED ERLANGER: MON., 11 AM

Preschool Storytime AGES 3-5; CAREGIVER REQUIRED COVINGTON: TUE., 10 AM

Music, Motion and Stories 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.

Art Storytime AGES 3-6 ERLANGER: WED., 1-2 PM

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.

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*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Sparkly Unicorn Party*

AGES 3-8 ERLANGER: TUES., JULY 9 • 2-3 PM

Enjoy a story, activities, a craft and a sweet treat! Children may dress up in sparkly clothes and accessories.

Cincinnati Museum Center Presents: Forensics: The Science of Crime*

AGES 10-17 COVINGTON: THURS., JULY 11 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Calling all future CSIs! Analyze human skull replicas to determine the gender and ethnicity of a fictional victim.

Combine clues from the skull with crime scene evidence to determine the identity of a missing person and speculate as to the cause of death.

Holiday Happenings: Gummi Worm Day* SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: MON., JULY 15 • 7-8 PM

Join us for this candy inspired celebration.

Model Rocket Build* School Age William E. Durr Part 1: Thurs., July 18 • 11 AM-NOON Part 2: Fri., July 19 • 11 AM-12:30 PM Build and launch a high-flying model rocket! Build your rocket on Thursday and launch it on Friday!

Space Jam Party!

Lion King Party!

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: THURS., JULY 18 • 6:30-8 PM

Celebrate the new “Lion King” movie by watching the animated version, doing a craft, and enjoying snacks. Enter to win movie tickets.

The Big Covington Playdate FOR CHILDREN AGES 0-6 AND THEIR CAREGIVERS COVINGTON: SAT., JULY 20 • 11 AM-1 PM

The Children’s Department will be filled with spots to play and special activities. Learn how to make simple toys from everyday materials, create with the Contemporary Art Center and more! FirstSteps will provide free developmental screenings for children ages 0-36 months. All children will receive a book to take home. This event has been funded in part by Jennifer Adams in honor of her father, James Adams.

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SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: FRI., JULY 19 • 6:30-8 PM

Pump up the jam with crafts, basketball, and out of this world tunes from the movie.

Preschool & Toddler Storytime - 3, 2, 1, Blast Off! COVINGTON: TUES., JULY 23 PRESCHOOL : 10-10:45 AM TODDLER: 11-11:45 AM

Drop in to play at learning stations with the Cincinnati Museum Center!

Harry Potter Celebration — First Years Party!*

FOR AGES 8-12 DURR: WED., JULY 24 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Get your “Hogwarts letter,” eat sweets, watch Harry Potter, make a wand, and win prizes at the Library! Dressing up is not required but it is encouraged!

Baby Music and Rhyme Wiggletime - Zumbini!

FOR AGES 0-24 MONTHS AND A CAREGIVER COVINGTON: THURS., JULY 25 • 10-11 AM

Created by Zumba® and BabyFirst for young children the Zumbini® program combines music, dance and educational tools for 45 minutes of can’tstop, won’t-stop bonding, learning, and fun!

Cincinnati Museum Center Presents: Incredible Insects*

SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: THURS., JULY 25 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Get up close and personal with the creatures that make up Earth’s largest group of animals.

See and touch live insects and mounted insect specimens.

American Girl Afternoon Tea*

Sunrock Farm Petting Zoo

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

Guests can bring along their doll for stories, light refreshments, and a ‘Doll & Me’ craft. All attendees will be entered in to win an American Girl Prize Pack.

Sunrock Farm will be here with their Traveling Farm Animals for a day of barnyard fun!

Enjoy a space themed storytime, with plenty of songs, dances, and a special craft!

PRESCHOOL & SCHOOL AGE COVINGTON: SUN., JULY 28 • 3-4 PM

Galaxy Party

BABIES & TODDLERS ERLANGER: SAT., AUG. 24 • 11:30 AM-NOON

A Party to Celebrate starting Preschool and Kindergarten!

PRESCHOOL & SCHOOL AGE SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: ERLANGER: SAT., AUG. 17 • 2-3 PM TUES., JULY 30 • 2-3 PM

Explore the Milky Way and other galaxies with stories, video clips and activities.

Music Jamboree!

Join us to celebrate with stories, songs, a craft and a sweet treat.

A Wrinkle in Slime!

AGES 7-12 TODDLERS & PRESCHOOL ERLANGER: ERLANGER: SUN., AUG. 18 • 2-3 PM FRI., AUG. 2 • 10-11 AM

We’ll read music stories, dance and sing, and make our own instruments!

The ROOK-ies

SCHOOL AGE WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., AUG. 7 & 21 • 4:30-5:30 PM

Fancy Nancy Posh Puppy Party!*

ALL AGES COVINGTON: SAT., AUG. 17 • 2-3:30 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.

Make glitter galaxy slime.

Dino-mania!

TODDLERS & PRESCHOOL ERLANGER: WED., JULY 31 • 10-10:30 AM & 11-11:30 AM

Join us to celebrate all things dinosaur.

Bungee Barbies!

AGES 7-12 AGES 3-8 ERLANGER: ERLANGER: WED., AUG. 7 • 7-8 PM FRI., JULY 26 • 2-3 PM

We will share a story, make a craft, dance and enjoy a sweet treat. Children may dress up in their fanciest clothing and accessories and bring a stuffed dog animal.

Space Snacks!*

Experiment with making rubber band bungee cords that will make Barbie have fun, but not get hurt, while “jumping” from various heights!

PJ Masks Party!

TODDLERS & PRESCHOOL ERLANGER: FRI., AUG. 9 • 10-11 AM

PRESCHOOL ERLANGER: Celebrate Catboy, Owlette, SAT., JULY 27 • 2-3 PM

Practice some fun and safe cooking techniques for even the littlest chefs.

Gekko, and friends in this special PJ Masks themed storytime!

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Visit a Branch!

Covington Branch

NONPROFIT ORG.

Erlanger Branch

CINCINNATI, OHIO

William E. Durr Branch

Electronic Service Requested

502 Scott Blvd.

Covington, KY 41011

U.S. POSTAGE 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 July 4. kentonlibrary.org

LIBRARY OF THINGS

Borrow Party Games and Entertainment from the Library Planning a graduation party, summer picnic or a beach vacation? Or maybe you want to learn a new hobby? Check out the Library of Things! You can borrow bocce ball, giant Jenga, ring toss, a Karaoke machine, ukulele, a telescope or even a bicycle pump. Imagine how much fun you could have on the beach with a metal detector! We have your rainy-day activities 20 SUMMER 2019

covered too! Borrow vintage gaming systems like Atari and the original Nintendo, a sewing machine, knitting kits, Ozobots or a microscope.

You can even document your activities with a DSLR camera borrowed from the Library. These items can be borrowed from the Library of Things with your Kenton County Public Library Card. Just visit the catalog at kentonlibrary.

org, put the item on hold and pick it up at your favorite branch.

A library card is required to borrow from the Library of Things.

Anyone living in the Greater Cincinnati/ NKY area can stop by one of the three branches with your ID or a piece of mail to get a library card.

Visit kentonlibrary.org for more information.