Kenton County Public Library June 2023 Events

Summer Reading Celebration!

Join us Saturday, June 3 for a kickoff celebration at all locations! Visit kentonlibrary.org/src for details. Find Your Voice

Create a habit of reading this summer at your library! Track your daily reading using Beanstack, the reading tracker app, or a printed log.

For Everyone: Read 5 out of 7 days each week OR complete 5 out of 7 reading activities* to be entered in for the weekly prize drawing. Prizes will be drawn on Wednesdays starting June 14. Weeks run Sunday-Saturday. Earn two extra chances for the first and last weekly prize drawing by reading one day during June 1-3 & July 30-31.

Children (birth-12): Earn a book prize after completing their first week of reading. Complete a second week of reading and earn an SRC T-shirt or backpack while supplies last. Read 20 days this summer to earn a chance to win a grand prize basket. Prize baskets are on display at each branch. Teens & Adults: Read 10 days and earn a bendable booklight while supplies last.

Community Goal: Help Kenton County read 100,000 days of reading this summer! If the goal is met, Strike and Spare in Erlanger will host a Kenton County Public Library Day on Monday, August 14. Show your library card for one free game of bowling and shoe rental. *Reading activities via Beanstack, the reading tracker app, only.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Everyone

Head Out on the Highway — Resources for Audiobook

Appreciation Month

FRI., JUNE 2 • 11 AM-1 PM

SAT., JUNE 17 • 2-3 PM

Learn how to download free audiobooks to listen to during your next car trip.

Find Your Voice:

Summer Reading Kickoff

SAT., JUNE 3 • 1-3 PM

Celebrate the beginninng of Summer Reading at the Covington Library. The event will take place in the library parking lot. Parking is available in the Midtown garage (across the street from the library),

and validation tickets are available at the circulation desk, while supplies last.

1-3 pm:

Activities - Word art community quilt, face painting, roaming juggler, balloon twister, scavenger hunt and games. Find your voice and record interviews with your family by learning how to use our Oral History Kits.

Eats & Treats - Kona Ice, cotton candy, popcorn, water, tea and lemonade.

1-1:30 pm: Karaoke stage

1:30-2 pm: Heart & Soul Skipper Jump Rope Team

2-3 pm: Zak Morgan concert

Lunch @ the Library

MONDAYS • 11 AM-NOON

Join us for a free meal provided by the Covington Independent School District. For ages 17 and younger.

Jam Around

SAT., JUNE 17 • 2-3:30 PM

Join the members of the Hills of Kentucky Dulcimers and come out to jam along with this open group of dulcimer players, or just come to listen.

Juneteenth Docu-Marathon

MON., JUNE 19 • 2-8 PM

A showing of a series of Juneteenth documentaries. See website for schedule and titles.

Goat Yoga

SUN., JUNE 25 • 10-11 AM

Practice yoga with goats! Yogoat will give you an opportunity to try a new yoga experience.

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Adults

Faces and Places Photograph

Donation Drive

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 History@KentonLibrary.org to coordinate a donation or to ask questions.

Genealogy Research Assistance

ALL MONTH

Schedule a one-hour one-on-one session to discuss resources and search strategies. Popular topics include family history for beginners, African American genealogy research, and local property research. Call the Local History and Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 to schedule.

GED Testing*

THURSDAYS • 2-6 PM

SAT., JUNE 17 • 10 AM-2 PM

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

Ceiling Tile Art*

THURS., JUNE 1 • 5-7 PM

Decorate a ceiling tile to replace one of our boring standard ones! Participants will be given a tile to paint however they like.

Clases de Ingles / ESL Classes

THURS., JUNE 1 • 5:30-6:45 PM & 7-8:15 PM

Únase a nosotros en la sucursal de Covington para recibir clases de Inglés GRATUITAS para hablantes no nativos en NKY! Ven cuando puedas. Todas las personas son bienvenidas y tenemos clases de todos los niveles. Por favor registrate con el Centro Latino Esperanza al 859. 261.0862. Join us at the Covington library for FREE English classes for non-native speakers in NKY! Come when you can. All languages and levels are welcome. Please register with Esperanza Latino Center at 859.261.0862 or visit our website at https://www. esperanzanky.org/clasesdeingles.

SWET DanceFit*

MON., JUNE 5 & 15

• 7- 8 PM

SWET DanceFit is a medium to high-energy cardio dance class.

Chair Exercise*

TUES., JUNE 6 • 11-11:30 AM

PROGRAMS & EVENTS

A half-hour of low impact, low intensity training that focuses on stability, balance, and mobility training.

Life’s Thimble Pleasures: Needle Felting*

TUES., JUNE 6 & 20 • 6-8 PM Supplies available.

Empowerment Through Self-Defense*

SAT., JUNE 10, 17 & 24 • 11 AM-1 PM Explore the five safety action principles of Empowerment Self-Defense: Think, Yell, Run, Fight, Tell.

Arts & Crafts*

Bird Feeders

TUES., JUNE 13 • 10 AM-NOON

Wind Chimes

TUES., JUNE 27 • 10 AM-NOON

Board Game Night

WED., JUNE 14 & 28 • 5-7 PM

Chair Yoga*

TUES., JUNE 20 • 11-11:45 AM

Tai Chi*

WED., JUNE 21 • 10:30-11:30 AM

In-Person DAR Research Assistance*

WED., JUNE 28 • 10-11 AM

Schedule a one-hour in-person one-onone 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.

Teens

Meet Therapy Dogs*

MONDAYS • 12:15-1:30 PM

Teens and tweens can meet therapy dogs from Pet Partners of Greater Cincinnati.

SWET DanceFit*

MON., JUNE 5 & 15 • 7-8 PM

See Adults.

Animanga Club

THURS., JUNE 8 • 6-8 PM

Put on your cat ears and immerse yourself into a part of Japanese culture.

Empowerment Through Self-Defense*

SAT., JUNE 10, 17 & 24 11 AM - 1 PM See Adults.

Kid & Teen Paint Night: Splatter Paint*

MON., JUNE 26 • 6-8 PM

Please dress in clothes that can get stained.

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Arts & Crafts*

PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

TUES., JUNE 13 & 27 • 10 AM-NOON

See Adults.

Board Game Night

WED., JUNE 14 & 28 • 5-7 PM

Tween Anime Club

MON., JUNE 19 • 7-8 PM

Watch anime and read manga with your friends!

Volunteer-A-Thon

SAT., JUNE 24 • 10 AM-2 PM

Volunteer with local organizations. Students can earn 3-10 service points at the event. Volunteer opportunities include donating to a canned food drive, making peanut butter sandwiches for a neighborhood soup kitchen, and more!

Tween Time*

TUES., JUNE 27 • 4-5 PM

Games, snacks, books and other fun activities for tweens.

Summer Reading Cafe

WED., JUNE 28 • 3-4 PM

Hang out and talk about books, comics, manga, etc., with other teens. Get ideas for your next summer read and ask questions about KCPL’s Summer Reading Challenge.

“Into the Spider-Verse”:

Teen Cinema

FRI., JUNE 30 • 6-8:30 PM

Prepare for Miles Morales’ newest onscreen adventure by rewatching “Into the Spider-Verse” (2019) after hours at the Covington Library. Everyone in attendance will be entered into a raffle for a prize. Snacks and drinks provided. Arrive by 6 PM, no entry after 6:15 PM.

Kids

Saturday Storytime

CHILDREN UP TO AGE 5

SAT., JUNE 3 & 17 • 10:30-11:15 AM

Older siblings are welcome.

Meet Therapy Dogs*

MONDAYS • 12:15-1:30 PM

Teens and tweens can meet therapy dogs from Pet Partners of Greater Cincinnati.

Baby Sensory Play

BABIES UP TO AGE 2 WITH PARENT OR CAREGIVER

TUES., JUNE 6 & 20 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Play with us at various sensory stations that are designed to help kickstart your child’s motor skills, language development, problem-solving, and sense of self. While littles play, caregivers can connect with other adults from their community!

Artful Exploration

AGES 5-12

WEDNESDAYS • 2-3 PM

Weekly fun crafts for youngsters.

Karma Kids

TUES., JUNE 6 • 2-3 PM

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

¡Cuéntame un cuento! / Spanish Storytime

CHILDREN UP TO AGE 8

THURS., JUNE 8 • 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.

Catapult Wars!*

AGES 5-8

TUES., JUNE 13 • 2:30-3:30 PM

Build your own catapult and compete in challenges designed to put your design to the test. Prizes awarded to the victors!

Young Adventure’s Guild

AGES 9-12

TUES., JUNE 13 & 27 • 4-6 PM

A Dungeons and Dragons group for ages 10-16.

COVINGTON Storytimes

Toddler Storytime

AGES 2-3

WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:30 AM

Wiggle along as we use stories and songs to grow early literacy, math, and science skills. Siblings welcome.

Preschool Storytime

AGES 3-5

WEDNESDAYS • 11-11:45 AM

Baby Storytime

BABIES UP TO AGE 2

THURSDAYS • 11-11:30 AM

Join us for wiggles, rhymes and stories.

Cook-A-Book: “Berry Song”*

AGES 3-8

WED., JUNE 14 • 7-8 PM

We’ll read “Berry Song” by Michaela Goade, and then we’ll make a delicious berry cobbler treat!

Volunteer-A-Thon

SAT., JUNE 24 • 10 AM-2 PM

See Teens.

Kid & Teen Paint Night: Splatter Paint*

MON., JUNE 26 • 6-8 PM

Please dress in clothes that can get stained. Tween Time*

TUES., JUNE 27 • 4-5 PM

Games, snacks, books and other fun activities for tweens.

Summer Reading Cafe

WED., JUNE 28 • 3-4 PM

See Teens.

“Into the Spider-Verse”:

Teen Cinema

FRI., JUNE 30 • 6-8:30 PM

See Teens.

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

Everyone

Find Your Voice:

Summer Reading Kickoff

SAT., JUNE 3 • 11 AM-2 PM

Join us for our fun-filled annual summer reading kickoff celebration! Activities will include a visit from Elephant and Piggie, sing along dance party, jump rope performers, a roaming balloon artist, water play, giant games, arts & crafts, parachute play, a video game truck, card-decorating, and more! Free snacks and popsicles (while supplies last).

Family Read-a-thon!

SUN., JUNE 4 • 1-4:30 PM

Get summer reading started with our family read-a-thon! Help us reach 500 minutes read on the first weekend of Summer Reading and prepare for a confetti-filled celebration if we meet our goal! Details on the website.

Bingo

FRI., JUNE 16 • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Silent Library

THURS., JUNE 29 • 6-7 PM

Face ridiculous challenges and try not to laugh in this family-friendly game. Best for ages 5+.

Adults

GED Prep*

MONDAYS • 4-7 PM

WED., JUNE 7 • 4-7 PM Call Alex at 859.442.1166 to register.

Gardening Club: Composting*

MON., JUNE 5 • 6-7 PM

Brandon George, Horticulture Extension Agent with the Kenton County Extension Office, will give an informative presentation on composting, including leaf composting.

DIY Card Making*

TUES., JUNE 6 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn how to make personalized greeting cards!

Writers’ Group

TUES., JUNE 6 • 6:30-8:30 PM

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

BOOKCLUB: The Bookies

Book Club - “Malibu Rising”*

WED., JUNE 7 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Read and discuss “Malibu Rising” by Taylor Jenkins Reid.

Craft Club*

THURS., JUNE 8 • 6:30-8:30 PM

WED., JUNE 14 • 1:30-3:30 PM

Kentucky Shakespeare Presents: Twelfth Night

MON., JUNE 19 • 1-2 PM

Voyage to Illyria with Kentucky Shakespeare’s Two-Actor Twelfth Night. All ages are welcome at this interactive performance, but it is best suited to ages 5-12.

Craft Club is an adult program for ages 16+.

Senior Social and Games

FRI., JUNE 9 & 23 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Join us for coffee, donuts, games and conversation!

Bumblebee Waterer*

MON., JUNE 12 • 7-8 PM

Create a bumble-bee waterer for your garden and help “save the bees.”

Intro To Canva*

TUES., JUNE 13 & 27 • 6:30 - 8

Learn Canva, an easy graphic design tool.

Cool Hand Ukes

WED., JUNE 14 • 6-8 PM

Jam along with this open group of ukulele players, or just come and listen!

Outsmart the Scammers*

THURS., JUNE 15 • 6-7 PM

Learn how to spot red flags that may indicate a fraudulent encounter, resources to use in the event you or a loved one is targeted, and steps to take to protect yourself and loved ones.

BOOKCLUB: Book to Art Club - “Where’d You Go, Bernadette”*

THURS., JUNE 22 • 6:30-8:30 PM

Read a book in advance of the meeting, then create an art project inspired by the book while discussing what we’ve read.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Kids

STREAM Center: Maker Camp*

Acting Fundamentals Workshop*

MON., JUNE 19 • 2:15-3:15PM

Get

Teens

BOOKCLUB: No Adults Allowed Teen Book Club

THURS., JUNE 1 • 4-5 PM

Join other teens and discuss a new book each month. This month, read “The School for Good and Evil” by Soman Chainani.

Teen Writers’ Group

MON., JUNE 5 • 4-5 PM

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

Teen Movie Night: “Missing” (PG-13)

TUES., JUNE 6 • 6-8 PM

Snacks provided.

Lunch @ the Library

AGES 18 AND UNDER

WEDNESDAYS • NOON-1 PM

Receive a free meal provided by ErlangerElsmere Schools (while supplies last). Meals for adults may be purchased. Lunches must be eaten on-site. Enjoy stories and activities during lunch.

K-Pop Party

TUES., JUNE 13 • 6-7 PM

Hang with other teens, listen to your favorite K-pop songs, and try Korean snacks!

Teen Space

TUES., JUNE 20 • 6-7 PM

Hang with other teens. We will have crafts, various games, and snacks.

AniManga Club

MON., JUNE 26 • 4-5 PM

Watch some of your favorite anime, discuss your most-loved manga, and enjoy snacks!

Teens Create: Canvas Painting*

TUES., JUNE 27 • 6 7 PM

Get creative and make a canvas painting.

AGES 9-12

THURSDAYS • 2-3 PM

Join us in the STREAM Center for a summer of fun and science.

6/1: Pom Pom Shooter

6/8: Slime

6/15: Angry Bird Catapults

6/22: Lego Mazes

6/29: Candy Science

* Online registration required

Puppy Tales

AGES 5-12

THURS., JUNE 1 • 6-7 PM

Children are invited to read with a therapy dog to help build their reading confidence.

Baby Stroller Time

BABIES UP TO AGE 2

FRI., JUNE 2, 9, 16 & 30 • 9:30-10 AM

Join other parents, grandparents, and caregivers for a morning stroll around the library. We will chat, sing a song or two, and enjoy the summer sunshine! Strollers, wagons, and baby carriers are encouraged, and siblings are welcome.

BOOKCLUB: Summer Book Club

AGES 3-8

WEDNESDAYS • 11:30 AM-NOON

Enjoy crafts and activities based on a different book each week.

Lunch @ the Library

AGES 18 AND UNDER

WEDNESDAYS • NOON-1 PM

See Teens.

LEGO Club

AGES 5-12

WED., JUNE 7 • 3:30-5 PM

Build towers, bridges, and other creations with 1000s of LEGOs.

Wild Wednesdays

AGES 7-11

WEDNESDAYS • 7-8 PM

Join us to make a mix of fun (games, crafts, messy play).

dramatic at this program presented by Kentucky Shakespeare.

Ninja Storytime

AGES 3 AND OLDER

THURS., JUNE 8 • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Calling all ninjas to come sneak around this storytime!

Afterschool Tween Hang

AGES 7-12

THURS., JUNE 15 • 3:30-6 PM

Drop in anytime for a snack and an activity.

Donuts with Dad

Things That Go Storytime Party

AGES 2 AND OLDER

TUES., JUNE 20 • 1:30- 2:30 PM

Cars! Trucks! Trains! Let’s celebrate everything that goes with stories, songs, dancing, and play!

STREAM

Center: Storytime & STREAM

AGES 5-8

THURS., JUNE 8 • 4-5 PM

Join us for a special storytime and STEM activity.

Storytime & Stroll

AGES 2-5

FRI., JUNE 9 • 11-11:30 AM

Stroll around the library, sing songs, read and have fun at this moving storytime!

Saturday Family Storytime

AGES 2 AND UP

JUNE 10 & 24 • 11-NOON

This storytime is perfect for the whole family to start your weekend with stories, songs, and play.

Comics Club

AGES 8-12

SAT., JUNE 10 • 11 AM-NOON

If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at writing comics, join us for Comic Club!

Baby Play and Make: Father’s Day Gifts

BABIES UP TO AGE 2

SAT., JUNE 10 • 1:30-3:30 PM

Enjoy a fun playtime and make special Father’s Day gifts for the special people in baby’s life!

Unicorn Magic Party

AGES 3-8

TUES., JUNE 13 • 1:30-3 PM

Come to the library for special, sparkly party with crafts, games and surprises!

Mermaid Sing Along!

AGES 2 AND OLDER

THURS., JUNE 15 • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Sing along to Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” and dance with a very special mermaid. Enjoy crafts and activities.

CHILDREN AGE 12 AND YOUNGER

SAT., JUNE 17 • 11 AM-12:30 PM

Celebrate the dads, grandpas, uncles, and all the other special men in your life with donuts, crafts and family fun.

Parachute Play!

AGES 3 AND UP

FRI., JUNE 23 • 11-11:30 AM

Spy School Party

AGES 7-12

FRI., JUNE 23 • 4-5:30 PM

Test your skills at our Spy School-themed party, with spy codes, gadgets, and games. Disguises are encouraged!

Fairy Houses

AGES 3-12

SUN., JUNE 25 • 2-4 PM

With a little magic and supplies, make a fairy house!

ERLANGER Storytimes

Toddler Storytime

AGES 2 & 3

MONDAYS • 10-11 AM

TUESDAYS • 11-11:30 AM

WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:30 AM

Join us for books, music, and a fun activity!

Music and Movement

Storytime

AGES 2-5

MONDAY • 11:30 AM-NOON

Pajama Storytime

BABIES UP TO AGE 5

MONDAYS • 6:30-7:30 PM

An evening storytime featuring stories, songs and rhymes.

Baby Storytime

BABIES UP TO AGE 2

TUESDAYS • 9:30-10 AM

Enjoy books, rhymes, bounces, and group play that will provide both entertainment and enrichment for your little one.

Lapsit Storytime

BABIES UP TO 12 MONTHS

WEDNESDAYS • 11:30 AM-NOON

This storytime is designed for pre-walking children and their parents or caregivers.

Preschool Storytime

AGES 3-5

WEDNESDAYS • 2-3 PM

THURSDAYS • 10-11 AM

Join Ms. Shay for a romping storytime with books, dancing, songs, and activities.

Playart

AGES 2-5

FRIDAYS • 1:30-2:30 PM

Join us for storytime followed by art and activities inspired by our books.

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

Everyone

Lunch @ the Library

FRIDAYS • NOON-1 PM

Children 18 and under receive a free lunch courtesy of the Kenton County school district. Those over 18 will pay a small fee for food.

Summer Reading Kickoff!

SAT., JUNE 3 • NOON-2:30 PM

Kickoff summer reading with carnivalstyle games, food, inflatables and a librarian dunk tank!

Early Bird Bingo

TUES., JUNE 6 • 9-11 AM

Join us for an early bird bingo game first thing in the morning. Enjoy a cup of coffee and some light snacks while you play for fun, useful and maybe some wacky prizes.

Family Movie Matinee

SAT., JUNE 17 • 2-4 PM

Join us for the screening of a new, feature-length blockbuster. Feel free to bring snacks or drinks.

Chess Club

WEDNESDAYS • 4:30-6 PM

Our weekly chess club is fun, friendly and open to all levels of skill. Each meeting consists of chess play and enlightening lessons from a certified chess instructor.

Adults

Tai Chi

FRI., JUNE 2, 16 & 30 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Zumba Gold: Dancing to the Oldies!

MONDAYS • 10-11 AM

Dungeons and Dragons

TUES., JUNE 6 & 20 • 6-8:30 PM

Movie Night

TUES., JUNE 6 • 6-8 PM

Popcorn and drinks will be available as long as supplies last.

Make it with Jackie!*

SUN., JUNE 11 • 2-4 PM

Learn how to make personalized greeting cards.

NKY Amateur Radio Club

MON., JUNE 12 • 7-8:30 PM

Join the group of amateur radio enthusiasts each month for discussions and special presenters.

LinkedIn Photo Session*

TUES., JUNE 20 • 5-7 PM

Have your LinkedIn photo taken by a professional photographer for free.

Hands-On Summer Cooking*

THURS., JUNE 22 • 6-7:30 PM

Learn to make fresh pasta by hand and using a pasta machine.

Mike Hemmelgarn!

FRI., JUNE 16 1:30-2:30 PM

The legendary Mike Hemmelgarn returns with his comedy, magic and ventriloquist routine!

BOOKCLUB: Adult Book Discussion

TUES., JUNE 27 • 7- 8:30 PM

Discuss “All That She Carried” by Tiya Miles and “Last Night at the Telegraph Club” by Malinda Lo.

Memory Café

WED., JUNE 28 • 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 relaxing, fun and informational space. Join us so you can socialize and have a great time!

Summer Library Painting*

THURS., JUNE 29

2-3:30 PM & 6-7:30 PM

Create a beautiful painting with step-bystep directions.

Teens

Art Club:

• Clay & Found Art Sculpture

WED., JUNE 7 & 14 • 3-5 PM

Create sculptures from air-dry clay, wire, foil, and other random bits!

• Sock Puppets

WED., JUNE 21 • 3-5 PM

Make a monster or any puppet you want from a sock.

• Sumi Ink

WED., JUNE 28 • 3-5 PM

Make art with sumi ink, the Japanese word for black ink painting.

Library Teen Cafe

TUES., JUNE 13 • 6-8 PM

Crafts, games, snacks and more! Come hang out with your friends.

Anime Club

FRI., JUNE 16 • 6-8 PM

Love anime? Meet with other anime fans for shows, pizza, and fun!

Karaoke and Sing-Along Party

FRI., JUNE 23 • 6-8 PM

Get ready to sing your heart out (or sit back and watch) for an evening of karaoke at the library!

Kids

Tween Hub!*

AGES 9-12

THURSDAYS • 2-3 PM

Bring your best friend and make a friendship bracelet or two. Snacks and drinks provided.

Outdoor Water Adventures

CHILDREN UP TO AGE 8

FRI., JUNE 2, 9 & 30 • 10 AM-2 PM

Get soaked with water tables, wading pools and sprinklers during this exciting program geared toward young learners!

Down the Rabbit

Hole:

A Reading Experience with Rabbits*

UP TO AGE 12

SUN., JUNE 4 & 25 • 2-4 PM

Join us on our “Down the Rabbit Hole” adventure to wonderland with our favorite library mascots: Luna and Lola. Show up to your scheduled time slot with your favorite book and read to our rabbits!

KidZone Jr.

AGES 5-8

MON., JUNE 5 • 7-8 PM

TUES., JUNE 6 • 10:30 AM-11:30 AM

Beat the heat with a story and a craft. Open to the first 30 in attendance.

INDEPENDENCE Storytimes

Music and Motion with the Singing Librarian

AGES 3-5

MONDAYS • 10:30-11 AM

Enjoy music and movement with the Singing Librarian!

Baby Music & Rhyme Wiggletime

BABIES UP TO 18 MONTHS

WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:30 AM

Bring your baby for language enrichment with stories, songs, and rhymes.

Tiny Toddlers

BABIES UP TO 18 MONTHS

WEDNESDAYS • 11-11:30 AM

Bring your baby for language enrichment with stories, songs, and rhymes.

Playart

AGES 3-5

THURSDAY • 10:30-11 AM

Listen to a story, make a craft and enjoy a parent/child-focused activity inspired by the book. Open to the first 30 children in attendance.

EVENTS IN THE COMMUNITY

Depot Days for Kids

TUES. & THURS., JUNE 6, 8, 13,15, 20, 22, 27 & 29 • 10:30 AM-NOON

Erlanger Railroad Depot Park

3313 Crescent Ave. See website for details. Lunch provided by the Erlanger-Elsmere School District.

Playart At The Roost

THURS., JUNE 1 & 15 • 2-2:45 PM

Ages 2-8; older siblings welcome. 3616 Decoursey Ave., Covington, 41011

Storytime at Devou Park

FRIDAYS IN JUNE • 11 AM-NOON

Breaden Shelter, Devou Park - 1171 Montague Rd., Covington, Ky 41011

Sunrise Yoga on the River

MON., JUNE 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 7 AM Covington Plaza

Chair Yoga at Edgewood

Senior Center

THURS., JUNE 8, 15 & 29 • 11-11:45 AM 550 Freedom Park Dr.

Yoga in the Park

THURS., JUNE 8, 22 & 29 • 7-8 PM

Devou Park, Rotary Grove 790 Park Lane, Covington, KY 41011

Storytime at The Roost

AGES 0-8; OLDER SIBLINGS WELCOME

TUES., JUNE 13 • 10:30-11 AM

3616 Decoursey Ave., Covington, 41011

Reflections in Nature

SUN., JUNE 11 • 11-11:45 AM

KidZone

AGES 9-12

MON., JUNE 5 • 7-8 PM

TUES., JUNE 6 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Join us for a story, crafts and outdoor fun! Open to the first 30 in attendance.

Troop Story Time!

AGES 3-5

FRI., JUNE 23 • 11:30-NOON

The Troop is back in town! You’ll love their extraordinary blend of stories, music and activities!

Devou Park, Rotary Grove 790 Park Lane, Covington, KY 41011

Career & Job Services

*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4002

COVINGTON BRANCH

Elevator Pitch Power Plan*

MON., JUNE 5 • 2-3 PM

Learn to present your professional experience, accomplishments, and job search goals succinctly and persuasively. Use your pitch to network and make connections to further your job search.

Improve Your Resumé with Practical Strategies*

TUES., JUNE 13 • 2-3 PM

Learn four strategies to improve your resumé and make your resumé more attractive to hiring managers.

Power Your Job Search with Google Tools*

TUES., JUNE 27 • 2-3 PM

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

ERLANGER BRANCH Mastering the Art of Informational Meetings*

THURS., JUNE 1 • 10-11 AM

Discover how to set up professional meetings or interviews to explore future career options with people already working in those fields.

Excel*

Intermediate

THURS., JUNE 1 • 6-7:30 PM

Learn how to make a budget using Excel. You will get to work with formulas, charts, and workbooks.

Advanced Excel

THURS., JUNE 29 • 6-7:30 PM

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

VIA Character Strengths*

FRI., JUNE 2 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn how to identify your character strengths, which will help lead to successful and more productive outcomes for you and your future or current organization.

Get Started: Begin Your Career Transition with Us*

MON., JUNE 5 • 6:30-8:30 PM

TUES., JUNE 20 • 10 AM-NOON

Join our Volunteer Career Coach, for an orientation on getting started on your job search.

Interviewing Skills Workshop*

TUES., JUNE 6 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn how to prepare for interviews. We will discuss one-on-one, panel, virtual, and lunch/dinner-type interviews.

Northern Kentucky Accountability Group*

WEDNESDAYS • 9:15-11:30 AM

NKYAG is a job search support group for professionals in career transition, anyone interested in changing careers or anyone ready to re-enter the workforce. Features motivational speakers, networking opportunities, job search leads and connections to community partners.

Lead and Let Live: Leadership Lessons for the Future of Work*

WED., JUNE 7 • 6-8 PM

Join author and former human resources executive with Gitlab and Netflix, Barbie Brewer, for a lively discussion of her new book, “Lead and Let Live.” Barbie provides an opportunity for anyone in the new postCovid workplace to confront challenges with confidence. Brewer shares life lessons you can put to use daily at work and home. She shows through examples, such as hybrid work, which she championed even before COVID-19 hit, that the values she holds dear can lead to a more meaningful life. With Brewer’s guidance, you’ll find resilience and courage you never knew before when you hear her amazing story. Book signing and reception: 6-7 PM.

Presentation: 7-8 PM

Core Skills Workshop

THURS., JUNE 8 • 10-11:30 AM

Designed to help you identify and analyze your transferable core skills, our instructor will discuss the aptitudes you have used in previous employment. You will then be able to determine the best skills you have to offer and use them to move forward in future employment.

Time Management: Getting Things Done

SAT., JUNE 10 • 10:30 AM-NOON

Recognize and treat the causes of procrastination, eliminate time wasters, and increase your focus and concentration.

Toastmasters

MON., JUNE 12 & 26 • 6:45-8:30 PM

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills.

Exploring O*Net Online*

THURS., JUNE 15 • 10-11 AM

We’ll explore how to use O*NET to research salary ranges, plan career changes, and improve your resume.

Resumé Basics Today

MON., JUNE 19 • 1-3 PM

Discover the purpose of a resumé, review types of resumés, discuss how to collect and organize document data, and the influence of ATS.

Supercharge Your LinkedIn Profile

WED., JUNE 21 • 1-2:30 PM

Learn how to maximize your profile by learning to use a LinkedIn corporate recruiter.

Lean Six Sigma White Belt through Breakthrough Performance*

THURS., JUNE 22 • 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.

Microsoft Teams*

SAT., JUNE 24 • 10:30 AM-NOON

Learn about the application from a Microsoft Trainer. Be prepared for potential virtual interviews or meetings via MS Teams.

Use Data Axle to Build a Target Company List for Your Job Search*

THURS., JUNE 29 • 2-3:30 PM

Learn how to build a list of prospects for your job search. Leave the class with a preliminary list of company prospects!

INDEPENDENCE

LinkedIn Photo Session*

TUES., JUNE 20 • 5-7 PM

Schedule an appointment to have your free LinkedIn photo taken by a professional photographer.

ONLINE

Twitter and Instagram for Beginners*

THURS., JUNE 8 • 6-7:30 PM

Join us to learn how to get your account started on each platform and begin creating content.

Introduction to Online Learning*

FRI., JUNE 9 • 10-11 AM

Explore careers, expand your computer skills, and try out new techniques from the comfort of your home with the library’s online offerings.

Creating a Spotlight Document*

MON., JUNE 12 • 6-7:30 PM

Learn to format a spotlight document as a part of your personal branding. Easily share your skills and career highlights with anyone you meet!

Manage and Build Your Online Brand*

TUES., JUNE 13 • 6-7:30 PM

Learn about social media, building an online presence, and how to use both to establish or build a career or business.

Elevator Pitch Power Plan*

MON., JUNE 26 • 6:30-7:30 PM

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

Transferable Skills Workshop*

WED., JUNE 28 • 6-7:30 PM

This class will focus on an analysis of your transferable skills and how you can make that bridge between your past use of those skills and their application to your future work. We will also learn how to transfer your skills to different industries.

Featured Genre: Western

ADULTS: The Thousand Crimes of Ming Tsu by Tom Lin

Woman of Light by Kali Fajardo-Anstine

YOUNG ADULTS:

Duology: Dread Nation and Deathless Divide by Justina Ireland

Under a Painted Sky by Stacey Lee

CHILDREN: Birchbark House by Louise Erdrich

Tenmile by Sandra Dallas

JUNE PROGRAMS ONLINE*

Adventures in the Archives

FRI., JUNE 2 • 2-3 PM

Find Your Voice! We explore the Devou Theater Group collection. Join us on YouTube, in our Facebook Group Kenton Library Archives or on Instagram @KentonLibrary Archives.

Virtual Historical Walking Tour: Fort Mitchell

FRIDAYS • NOON

This summer we will explore the history of houses in Fort Mitchell. Join us on YouTube, in our Facebook Group Kenton Library Archives on on Instagram @KentonLibraryArchives.

* These programs are in addition to the online programs offered through Career and Job Services, left.

This Faces and Places photo features children sporting sunglasses during a Summer Reading program at the Covington Branch in 2000. See more historical photos at facesandplaces. kentonlibrary.org.