March 2024
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PG 2-3 COVINGTON
PG 4-7 ERLANGER
PG 8-9 INDEPENDENCE
PG 10-11 CAREER AND JOB SERVICES
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PROGRAMS & EVENTS
*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Everyone Ukulele Workshop TUES., MAR. 5 • 5-7 PM
Play your ukulele and learn a few new songs. Bring your ukulele.
Spring Pruning*
WED., MAR. 20 • 1:3 -3:30 PM
Time to spruce up our lovely patio! We’re planting new seeds, testing our green thumbs for the season and toiling away in the soil. Join us to help spice up the planters and grease up the greenery!
Breakfast & Bingo
THURS., MAR. 21 • 9-11 AM
Clases de Ingles / ESL Classes
WEEKLY MONDAY-THURSDAY • 5:45-8 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.
Life’s Thimble Pleasures: Embroidery Club* TUES., MAR. 5 • 6-8 PM
All skill levels. Supplies and instruction included.
Microsoft Excel*
BASICS: TUES., MAR. 5 • 6:30-7:30 PM ADVANCED: SAT., MAR. 30 • 10-11:30 AM
Must be proficient with mouse and keyboard.
Adults
Faces and Places Photograph Donation Drive ONGOING
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@ketonlibrary.org to coordinate a donation or to ask questions.
One-On-One Genealogy Research Assistance ONGOING
Call the Local History and Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 and reserve a one-hour session to discuss resources and search strategies. In-person, phone and virtual meetings available. Email history@kentonlibrary.org to set up a virtual meeting.
Senior Crafts: Chain of Hearts Mobile* MON., MAR. 4 • 10-NOON
We’re making colorful, reflective garden mobiles to spice up your garden.
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AARP Tax-Aide
WEDNESDAYS IN MARCH • 9:30 AM-NOON
First come/first served. Bring all relevant tax information and documents along with SS card and ID.
Organizing Your Computer*
TUES., MAR. 12 • 10-11:30 AM Learn file management, desktop optimization, software upkeep, and cloud storage.
GED and Professional Testing THURS., MAR. 7, 14 & 28 • 10 AM-6 PM SAT., MAR. 16 • 8-9 AM THURS., MAR. 21 • 10 AM-6 PM
Please register at GED.com or Pearsonvue.com for a testing appointment at our site.
Flow & Unwind Yoga*
THURS., MAR. 7 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Please bring your own mat and water bottle.
International Women’s Day: Movie Double Feature FRI., MAR. 8 • NOON-4:45 PM
Join us for a double feature screening of “On the Basis of Sex” (approx. noon-2:15 pm) and “Hidden Figures” (approx. 2:30-4:45 pm).
Reflections in Nature Meditation*
SAT., MAR. 9 • 10:30 - 11:15 AM
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body* MON., MAR. 11 • 6:30-7:30 PM
This program covers four areas of lifestyle habits associated with healthy aging: cognitive activity/physical health, exercise/diet and nutrition and social engagement. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association.
Board Game Night
Study Time
One-On-One Local Irish Church Records Research Assistance*
Dedicated quiet time for teens to do homework, research and study in the teen area.
WED., MAR. 13 & 27 • 5-8 PM
SAT., MAR. 16 • 10:30-11:30 AM
Call the Local History and Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 and reserve a one-hour session to discuss resources and search strategies for finding your immigrant Irish ancestors church records in NKY or Cincinnati.
Acrylic Paint Night* MON., MAR. 18 • 6-8 PM
Password Management 101* TUES., MAR. 19 • 10-11 AM
Chair Yoga*
THURSDAYS • 3:30-6 PM
Flow & Unwind Yoga*
THURS., MAR. 7 • 6:30-7:30 PM
See Adults.
International Women’s Day: Movie Double Feature FRI., MAR. 8 • NOON-4:45 PM
See Adults.
Reflections in Nature Meditation* SAT., MAR. 9 • 10:30-11:15 AM
Family Craft Night: Mario Bros* MON., MAR. 11 • 7-8 PM
TUES., MAR. 19 • 11-11:45 AM
Senior Crafts: Yarn Birds* MON., MAR. 25 • 10 AM-NOON
DAR Research Assistance* WED., MAR. 27 • 10-11 AM
Schedule a one-hour one-on-one appointment with the Rebecca Bryan Boone Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. You can discuss the necessary steps toward membership and get help with your research questions. For more information and to schedule an appointment please call 859.962.4070.
Music Madness ALL MONTH
Vote for your favorite artists by the circulation desks all month long to crown the winner of Music Madness. All ages are invited to participate. The Music Madness bracket will be in the Teen Space along the window wall.
B O O K C L U B : YA Book Club* MON., MAR. 4 • 4-5 PM
“Dumplin’” by Julie Murphy.
FRI., MAR. 8 • 4-5:30 PM
Learn about instruments, how different sounds are made and create your own instrument out of found materials.
Recycled Instrument Crafting FRI., MAR. 22 • 4-5:30 PM
See Teens.
Kids
Music Madness ALL MONTH
See Teens.
Karma Kids*
AGES 5-12 SAT., MAR. 9 • 2-3 PM
A playful yoga class for kids that includes movement, breath and an art project to create a calm, relaxed mind.
Life-Size Mario Party
Teens
Recycled Instrument Crafting
AGES 3-12 SUN., MAR. 10 • 2-4 PM
March 10 is MARIO Day! You play the character in this life-size version of the popular video game Mario Party; advance through the board, play minigames, and earn coins to trade in for prizes!
Family Craft Night: Mario Bros* Mon., Mar. 11 • 7-8 PM
Young Adventurer’s Guild AGES 9-12 TUES., MAR. 12 & 26 • 4-6 PM
A Dungeons and Dragons group geared for getting into the hobby or those looking for a new group.
Tween Time
AGES 9-13 TUES., MAR. 26 • 3:30-4:30 PM
We’ll have an assortment of games, snacks, books, and other fun activities for tweens.
C O V I N G T O N
Storytimes Baby Storytime
AGES 0-24 MONTHS W/A CAREGIVER THURSDAYS • 11-11:30 AM
Family Storytime
UP TO AGE 5 W/A CAREGIVER SAT., MAR. 2 & 16 • 10:30-11:15 AM
Older siblings are welcome.
Toddler Storytime
AGES 2-3 W/A CAREGIVER WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:30 AM
Wiggle along as we use stories and songs to grow early literacy, math, and science skills.
Preschool Storytime
AGES 3-5 W/A CAREGIVER WEDNESDAYS • 11-11:45 AM
Come for stories, songs, and early literacy activities with Mr. Sam and his guitar.
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PROGRAMS & EVENTS
*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Everyone
Choose Your Own Adventure: Conquer the Dragon’s Lair!
Lunch and Learn: Eclipse*
MAR. 4-30
Are you ready to conquer the dragon’s lair? Visit the Erlanger library and solve all the riddles to win a prize from the dragon!
TUES., MAR. 26 NOON-1 PM
Bingo
FRI., MAR. 8 • 11 AM-NOON
Join us for an educational program about eclipses. Pizza provided to those registered. Attendees will receive a pair of solar eclipse glasses.
On the Menu: Women in Aviation and Space* WED., MAR. 13 • 6-7 PM
Presented by The Aviation Museum of Kentucky. This historical survey considers women’s significant but often overlooked contributions in flight and aerospace. Pizza provided to those registered.
Erickson Irish Dancers SAT., MAR. 16 • 2:30-3:30 PM
Friends of KCPL Used Book Sale SUN., MAR. 17 - SAT., MAR. 23
Adults
Sale hours are: Sun., 1-4:30 p.m., Mon. through Thurs., 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Fri., 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sat., 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Nearly-new and used books, music, and movies will be sold. Fill a provided bag for $5 on Saturday. The sale is cash only.
Senior Social and Games
Needle Arts Group
Writers’ Group
TUES., MAR. 19 • 3-5 PM
FRI., MAR. 1, 15 & 29 • 10:30-11:30 AM
Join us for coffee, donuts, games and conversation!
Chair Yoga*
TUES., MAR. 5 • 11-11:45 AM
TUES., MAR. 5 • 6:30-8:30 PM
Craft Club*
AGES 16 AND OLDER WED., MAR. 13 • 1:30-3:30 PM THURS., MAR. 14 • 6-8 PM
Cool Hand Ukes
WED., MAR. 13 • 6-8 PM
Jam along with this open group of ukulele players, or just come to listen!
Flow & Unwind Yoga*
THURS., MAR. 14 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Please bring your own mat and water bottle.
Join us for a gathering of fellow needle crafters for a casual drop-in session.
Share your work and give feedback in this group for writers of all genres!
Seed Giveaway
Leftover Craft Night
MON., MAR. 19 • 7-8 PM
Missed out on any craft projects, we have leftovers in the STREAM Center! This is a first come first served program limit one craft per patron.
WED., MAR. 20 • 6:30-7:30 PM
THURS., MAR. 21 • 5-7 PM
Limited to Kenton County residents. 10 seed packs per household.
Fun Friday!
FRI., MAR. 22 • 2-4 PM
Join us for a new craft each month while supplies last.
MON, MAR. 5 • 7-8 PM
Dance Fitness
THURS., MAR. 21 • 7-8 PM
Great for participants of any level.
Garden Club*
SWET DanceFit is a nonstop medium to high energy cardio dance class that combines various dance styles.
THURS., MAR. 7 • 6-7 PM
Do a new project or learn a new skill related to gardening indoors and out!
MARCH 2024
Tai Chi*
B O O K C L U B : Bookies Book Club — “The Four Winds” WED., MAR. 6 • 6:30-7:30 PM
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SWET DanceFit*
WED., MAR. 27 • 7-8 PM
B O O K C L U B : Book to Art Club — “The Midnight Library”* THURS., MAR. 28 • 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.
FIESTA Community Resource Fair SAT., MAR. 30 • 10 AM-4 PM
Meet local community partners providing a variety of resources to local Hispanic families. Learn more about FIESTA: https://fiestanky.org.
Teens
Teen Mental Health First Aid
Flow & Unwind Yoga*
Mental Health America of Northern Kentucky and Southwest Ohio will hold a 3-week mental health first aid course for teens.
See Adults.
Teen Space
TUES., MAR. 19 • 6-7 PM
Hang with other teens and make a craft, eat a snack and play the Nintendo Switch!
WED., MAR. 20 • 6:30-7:30 PM
TUES., MAR. 5 • 6-7:30 PM
THURS., MAR. 7 & 28 • 4-5 PM
Homeschool Teens: Canvas Painting* AGES 10-18 TUES., MAR. 12 • 1:30-2:30 PM
Homeschool Teens: STEM Challenges* AGES 9-12
TUES., MAR. 5 1:30-2:30 PM
THURS., MAR. 14 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Teens Create: Paint Your Own Tote Bag* Tai Chi*
Dance Fitness
THURS., MAR. 21 • 7-8 PM
See Adults.
AniManga Club
MON., MAR. 18 • 4-5 PM Teens! Watch anime and discuss your favorite manga while trying Japanese snacks.
Fandom Party: Marvel TUES., MAR. 26 • 6-7 PM
Eat a snack, test your knowledge with trivia and discuss your favorite Marvel film!
SWET DanceFit*
WED., MAR. 27 • 7-8 PM
See Adults.
Kids
Art Explorers
AGES 3-8 TUES., MAR. 5 • 1:30-3:30 PM
Learn about Georgia O’Keeffe in this interactive, drop-in art program.
Homeschool Learning Loop: Eclipses* AGES 5-12 TUES., MAR. 5 • 1:30-2:30 PM
Homeschooling families are invited to an interactive, hands-on class about the sun, moon, and eclipses.
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PROGRAMS & EVENTS
*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Wild Wednesdays
Parachute Play
Join us for games, crafts and messy play.
Let’s get out the parachute for fun songs and games.
AGES 6-12 WEDNESDAYS • 7-8 PM
AGES 3-8 THURS., MAR. 21 • 11:30 AM-NOON
Playdough Playdate
AGES 2-5 W/A CAREGIVER THURS., MAR. 7 • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Puppy Tales
AGES 5-12 THURS., MAR. 7 • 6-7 PM
Children are invited to read with a therapy dog to help build their reading confidence. Children will have 15-minute time slots in which they will read to dogs. Time slots are firs come, first served upon arrival.
Saturday Family Storytime AGES 8 AND YOUNGER SAT., MAR. 9 & 23 • 11 AM-NOON
Start your weekend with stories, songs and play.
Builder’s Block
Kids and their grown-ups can create and build with LEGOs, magna-tiles, blocks and more!
Pi Day Celebration
AGES 3 AND OLDER THURS., MAR. 14 • 3:14-5 PM
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AGES 5-12 TUES., MAR. 26 • 1:30-2:30 PM
Join us for an interactive, hands-on class about eclipses with the Cincinnati Observatory. Siblings welcome. The first 50 attendees will receive a pair of solar eclipse glasses.
Toddler Storytime
AGES 2-3 W/A CAREGIVER MONDAYS • 10-11 AM TUESDAYS • 11 AM-NOON
Join us for books, music, and a fun activity!
Music and Movement Storytime
UP TO AGE 5 W/A CAREGIVER MONDAYS • 11:30 AM-NOON
Start off your week right with songs, stories, dances, and active play.
Baby Storytime
Easter Storytime
AGES 5 AND YOUNGER W/A CAREGIVER THURS., MAR. 28 • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Craft Me a Story: Outer Space! AGES 6-12 THURS., MAR. 28 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Enjoy books, songs, and jokes, then make a cool art project!
BABIES UP TO 24 MONTHS W/A CAREGIVER TUESDAYS • 9:30-10:30 AM FRIDAYS • 9:30-10:30 AM
Enjoy books, rhymes, bounces, and group play that will provide both entertainment and enrichment for your little one.
Lapsit Storytime
UP TO AGE 2 W/A CAREGIVER
Wednesdays • 10-11 AM This storytime is designed for prewalking children and their parents or caregivers.
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Homeschool Learning Loop: Eclipses with the Cincinnati Observatory*
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Celebrate this amazing number by joining us for crafts, sensory play, a build-your-own pie bar, and a pie in the face for one lucky librarian!
SAT., MAR. 23 • 11 AM-12:30 PM
Read a book, do the bunny hop and craft in this festive storytime!
AGES 3-12 MON., MAR. 11 • 6:30-8:30 PM
Storytimes
Meet the Easter Bunny Party All ages are invited to grab a photo, make a craft and play.
Siblings welcome.
E R L A N G E R
AGES 3-5 W/A CAREGIVER THURSDAYS • 10-11 AM
Family Storytime
AGES 6 AND YOUNGER WEDNESDAYS • 2-3 PM
Playart
UP TO AGE 5 W/A CAREGIVER FRIDAYS • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM & 1:30-2:30 PM
Activities will include sensory play and process art to inspire your budding artist.
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March Into Spring ADULTS:
Erlanger Children’s Department Refresh Starting this spring! New flooring, paint and furniture will be part of the refresh. • During this time, some books, toys and computers must be stored. A portion of the room will still be available for browsing items. • Children are welcome to use computers in the reference area. • Play is important. Staff will provide designated areas and times for playtime. • Programs will continue to take place. If you are having trouble finding items during this time, please ask a staff member for help.
ADULTS Women Who Run With the Wolves “Effin’ Birds” by Clarissa Pinkola Estés by Aaron Reynolds Silver in the Wood “Floret by Emily Farm’s Tesh a Year in Flowers” Every Sun by ErinRising Benzakein by Jamila Ahmed
“The Cottage Fairy Companion” by Paola Merrill CHILDREN
“Birds” by Pamela Hickman “Drawn From Nature” by Helen Ahpornsiri “My Big Book of Outdoors” by Tim Hopgood
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN SITTING IN THE AIRPORT waiting for a flight and realized you forgot a book or your phone battery was too low for the entire flight? Don’t fret! You can now grab a book from Terminal B at the Cincinnati/ Northern Kentucky International Airport. The Airport Library is provided through a regional partnership between the Kenton County Public Library, the Campbell County Public Library, the Boone County Public Library and the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County and CVG. Travelers can read and relax in the Airport Library or even take the book on their flight. No library card is needed. We know it’s not always possible to return the item, so people are welcome to keep it for their collection. However, books can be returned to the Airport Library or at any branch of the participating libraries. Books in good condition, particularly adult fiction and biographies, and books for children and teens can be donated at any location of the Kenton County Public Library as long as they are marked for the Airport Library. We cannot accept yearbooks, encyclopedias, dictionaries, etc. However, those items can be donated to the Friends of the Library. Airport Library visitors can also find information on downloading audio and eBooks for free. Have you been to the Airport Library? Post a picture, tag us and use the #CVGAirportLibrary. MARCH 2024 7
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PROGRAMS & EVENTS
*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Everyone Chess Club
WEDNESDAYS • 4-6 PM
B O O K C L U B : Adult Book Discussion TUES., MAR. 26 • 7-8:30 PM
Join us to discuss “As You Wish” by Cary Elwes and “The Maid” by Nita Prose.
Open to all levels of skill.
Family Movie Matinee SAT., MAR. 9 • 2-4 PM
Popcorn and drinks provided while supplies last.
Early Bird Bingo
TUES., MAR. 12 • 10 AM-NOON
Family Fourth Fridays: Indoor Campout FRI., MAR. 22 • 6-9 PM
Enjoy the great indoors with camping activities, games and food!
Library Teen Cafe TUES., MAR. 5 • 6-8 PM
Crafts! Games! Snacks! Or just come hang out.
Anime Club
FRI., MAR. 15 • 6-8 PM
Teens Tiny Prom
Meet up with other anime fans for shows, pizza, and fun!
Tween Hub: Birdhouses* SUN., MAR. 24 • 2:30-3:30 PM
SAT., MAR. 2 • 6-9 PM
Paint your very own birdhouse.
This year’s theme is Enchanted Forest! It’s kind of like a school dance, but at the library, and with pizza! Bring a date, come with friends, or just show up. Dressing up is appreciated but not necessary!
Teen Craft Night: Watercolor Pencils MON., MAR. 25 • 6-8 PM
Sticker Club
TUES., MAR. 5 • 4-5 PM
Adults
Every month, a new KCPL design will be available in the teen area while supplies last.
Tai Chi
FRI., MAR. 1, 15 & 29 • 10:30-11:30 AM
Zumba
MONDAYS • 10-11 AM
Dungeons and Dragons TUES., MAR. 5 & 19 • 6-8:30 PM
All skill levels welcome.
Make It with Jackie!* SUN., MAR. 10 • 2-4 PM WED., MAR. 13 • 6-8 PM
Learn how to make personalized greeting cards.
Funerals & Funeral Planning* WED., MAR. 13 • 1:30-3 PM
Learn about decisions surrounding funerals, advantages of planning and Kentucky laws.
Movie Night
TUES., MAR. 19 • 6-8 PM
Popcorn and drinks while supplies last.
Scrapbooking with Jackie!*
WED., MAR. 6 • 6-8 PM Each participant will make two pages. Bring your photos. 8 MARCH 2024
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Kids
Storytimes
Open Play!
AGES 8 AND YOUNGER FRIDAYS • 10 AM-2 PM
Music and Motion with the
Jump in the bounce house, climb through the tunnel and soar onto the crash pad from the trampoline!
Singing Librarian
AGES 3-5 W/A CAREGIVER MONDAYS • 10:30-11 AM
Enjoy an active 30-minute session of music and movement with the Singing Librarian!
Down the Rabbit Hole: A Reading Experience with Rabbits*
Scamper Squad
AGES 3-12 SUN., MAR. 10 • 2-4 PM TUES., MAR. 19 • 6- PM
AGES 3-5 W/A CAREGIVER TUESDAYS • 10:30-11 AM
Join us on our “Down the Rabbit Hole” adventure to wonderland with our favorite library mascots: Luna and Lola. Show up with your favorite book and read to our rabbits at your scheduled time!
Learn about a new animal each week through stories, play, and songs. Baby Storytime
UP TO 24 MONTHS W/A CAREGIVER WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:45 AM
Foster a love of reading and develop your little one’s early language, sensory, motor, and social skills.
Musical Doodles
AGES 3-8 SAT., MAR. 23 • 2-2:30 PM
Toddler Storytime
AGES 2-3 W/A CAREGIVER WEDNESDAYS • 11-11:45 AM
Join us for stories, puppets, musical instruments, and dancing followed by a short period of open play and explorations.
Playart
AGES 3-5 W/A CAREGIVER THURSDAYS 10:30-11 AM
Listen to a story, make a craft, and enjoy an activity inspired by the book.
Doodle along to live music performed by violinist Evin Blomberg! Little doodlers will be given ideas to draw based on the music they hear.
MARCH PROGRAMS
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Library Reading Challenge ALL MONTH
Check out the library’s Beanstack page for this month’s reading challenge. Paper logs will be available at each branch on the first of each month.
B O O K C L U B : Adult Book Discussions* • •
TUES., MAR. 5 • 7-8:30 PM
“As You Wish” by Cary Elwes TUES, MAR. 19 • 7-8:30 PM
“The Maid” by Nita Prose Pick up a copy of the book at the Independence Branch circulation desk. To register and receive Zoom invitation contact tanya.pemberton@ kentonlibrary.org.
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Career & Job Services *Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4002 COVINGTON BRANCH 1-1 Business Coaching Session TUES., MAR. 5 • 1:30-5 PM
Register for a FREE 30-60-minute session to discuss your business challenges and aspirations.
WIOA Eligibility Information Hour FRI., MAR. 8 • 10:30-11:30 AM
If you are a dislocated worker and are interested in going to school or training in a new skill, you may be eligible for WIOA funds to pay for it. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, otherwise known as WIOA, is a federal grant that connects individuals to training and employment resources.
Power Your Job Search with Google Tools FRI., MAR. 15 • 10-11 AM
Learn how to use Google tools to make your job search easier and more efficient, including finding relevant opportunities, tracking applications, creating a resume and more.
How to Gain Management Commitment to Safety WED., MAR. 20 • 2-3 PM
Learn how to create a strategy to gain management commitment to safety and advance your safety program.
Young Adult and Teen Job Fair THURS., MAR. 21 • 4-6 PM
Meet representatives of major local employers hiring for retail, food industry, recreation, health care, childcare, and many other positions who have keys to a brighter future for you. Bring copies of your resume and be prepared for a potential interview.
Boost Your Business with Google FRI., MAR. 22 • 1-4 PM
Receive free assistance on how to get started with a Google relationship or have questions about Google products such as Google ads, Business listing, Merchant/Shopping, Tag Manager and more.
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Improve Your Resumé with Practical Strategies TUES., MAR. 26 • 2-3 PM
Ace Your Next Job Interview FRI., MAR. 29 • 10-11 AM
This workshop can help you feel more confident, prepare to communicate clearly, and present your best self to a potential employer.
ERLANGER BRANCH Getting Started: Begin Your Career Transition with Us MON., MAR. 4 • 6:30-8 PM TUES., MAR. 19 • 10 AM-NOON
Use Data Axle to Build a Target Company List for Your Job Search THURS., MAR. 7 • 2-3:30 PM
Leave with a preliminary list of company prospects!
Toastmasters
MON., MAR. 11 & 25 • 6:45-8:30 PM
Toastmasters International teaches public speaking and leadership skills.
The Fundamentals of Networking TUES., MAR. 12 • 6-8:30 PM
Join our Volunteer Career Coach for an orientation on getting started and what to consider first to get yourself moving on your job search.
Networking is the number one way for professionals to find new jobs and help grow their careers. Learn how to overcome fear, develop coping techniques, and practice self-care while networking.
Interviewing Skills Workshop
Transferable Skills Workshop
Learn tips on one-on-one, panel, virtual, and lunch/dinner-type interviews. We will discuss research methods, voice and presence factors, various practice question options and the importance of well-educated follow-up questions.
This class will focus on an analysis of your transferable skills and how they will be applied to your future work.
Northern Kentucky Accountability Group
We will do a reality check on the purpose of a resumé, review types of resumés, discuss how to collect and organize document data, best practices for writing, the influence of ATS, and more.
TUES., MAR. 5 • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
WED., MAR. 6, 20 & 27 • 9:15-11:30 AM
NKYAG is a job search support group for professionals in transition or anyone wanting to change careers. We offer a weekly community speaker on some educational aspects of the job search process that a regular class does not cover. Features motivational speakers, networking opportunities, job search leads and connections to community partners.
Build Your LinkedIn Profile
WED., MAR. 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 1-2:30 PM
Join LinkedIn expert Carolyn Dickerson in this four-part series and learn how to make your LinkedIn profile work for you.
THURS., MAR. 14 • 10-11:30 AM
Resumé Basics for Today TUES., MAR. 19 • 1-3 PM
Lean Six Sigma White Belt through Breakthrough Performance THURS., MAR. 21 • 9 AM-1 PM
Introduction to Lean and Six Sigma concepts and methodologies. 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.
Mastering the Art of Informational Meetings MON., MAR. 25 • 6-7 PM
Learn how to research potential pathways, questions to ask in meetings, and techniques for follow-up. We’ll also cover business cards and your options for designing and printing them.
The Fine Art of Job Search Correspondence
Manage and Build Your Online Brand
Learn how to compose and write effective job-hunting emails, cover letters and PAIN letters to get yourself noticed in your job search.
Having a strong professional brand and a well-thought-out career story can open many opportunities for you, especially when it comes to pursuing your next job. Begin by learning about social media, building an online presence, and how to use both to establish or build a career.
THURS., MAR. 28 • 10-11:30 AM
INDEPENDENCE Side Hustle Without the Hustle MON., MAR. 18 • 6-7:30 PM
Learn how to set up a side business in just seven days by getting scrappy and focusing only on what’s necessary. The free workshop has a workbook and additional resources to make it easy to start.
ONLINE Managing ATS Workshop FRI., MAR. 1 • 10-NOON
A knowledgeable instructor will expertly guide you through the complex nature of Applicant Tracking Software and the system’s influence in today’s job search process. Learn how to elevate your status when submitting resumes and cover letters for job applications. You will become a Jobscan.co tool expert. Following the program, you will receive access to a Premium Jobscan.co account for the duration of your job search through KCPL.
Protect Yourself from Online Scams THURS., MAR. 7 • 6-7 PM
Familiarize yourself with some of the techniques scammers commonly use to access sensitive information.
Elevator Pitch Power Plan MON., MAR. 11 • 6-7:30 PM
Learn how to present your professional experience, accomplishments, and job search goals in a succinct and persuasive way. Use your pitch to network and make connections to further your job search.
THURS., MAR. 14 • 6:30-8 PM
Core Skills Workshop WED., MAR. 27 • 6-7:30 PM
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.
Visit the library 24/7 online: kentonlibrary.org Save time and use the library after-hours to: • Place books on hold • Check your account • Download ebooks, audiobooks and magazines • Learn a language with Mango Languages • Create a will and more with Legal Forms • Learn how the library can help you find a job • Research family history and search local historical photos • Stream and download movies and series with Kanopy • Take a class with Gale Learning • Prep for the ACT or HSPT with Learning Express • Learn a new hobby with Creativebug • Get homework help and tutoring with HelpNow MARCH 2024
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Visit a Branch! Covington Branch
NONPROFIT ORG
502 Scott Blvd. Covington, KY 41011
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Erlanger Branch
DATAMARK
401 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018
Electronic Service Requested
Independence Branch
1992 Walton-Nicholson Rd., Independence, KY 41051
Branch Hours MON-THU 9am-9pm FRI 9am-6pm
SAT 10am-5pm SUN 1pm-5pm
Questions? 859.962.4000
Closed on Sunday, March 31. kentonlibrary.org
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April 10, 1982: Tony Urlage helps his brother Brian with his basket during the Erlanger Lions Easter Egg Hunt. The library has thousands of photos online at kentonlibrary.org/ facesandplaces. 12 MARCH 2024
Faces and Places
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