Kenton County Public Library Events May 2024

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

Everyone

Faces and Places Photograph Donation Drive

ONGOING

We request 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.

May the Fourth Be with You

SAT., MAY 4

Celebrate Star Wars Day with fun for the whole family!

The Art of Bonsai

SUN., MAY 5 • 2-3 PM

Have you ever seen a miniature tree in a pot-known as a bonsai-and wanted to learn the skills needed to grow your own? Join the Bonsai Society of Greater Cincinnati to learn about the art of Bonsai, from tips on how to care for them to how to grow them. A few samples will be available for you to observe and be inspired to make your own creation.

Draughts and Drawing

MON., MAY 6 & 20 • 10 AM-NOON

Enjoy a relaxing and quiet morning spent making art with hot beverages and music.

Ukulele Workshop

TUES., MAY 7 & 21 • 5-7 PM

Stop in and work on songs you already know, learn a new song, or start learning ukulele for the first time!

National Train Day

SAT., MAY 11 • 10 AM-4 PM

SUN., MAY 12 • 1-3:30 PM

See the Tristate Ntrak train display.

How to Use Beanstack: The Reading Tracker App*

MON., MAY 13 • 7-8 PM

Prepare for Summer Reading by learning how to create a Beanstack account and log reading. Please bring your cell phone to this class.

Memory Board Craft*

WED., MAY 15 • 2-4:30 PM

Learn how to make memory boards to put photos and memories from the past!

Breakfast & Bingo

THURS., MAY 16 • 9-11 AM

Winners will receive a prize.

Adventure Begins at Your Library this summer!

Earn prizes all summer long for reading.

Kickoff Summer Reading at each branch with entertainment, refreshments and more.

ERLANGER BRANCH: FRIDAY, MAY 31 • 5-7 PM

INDEPENDENCE BRANCH: SATURDAY, JUNE 1

NOON-2:30 PM

COVINGTON BRANCH: SATURDAY, JUNE 1 • 6-8 PM

Hooks & Needles

WED., MAY 29 • 2-4 PM

Knitters and crocheters, bring your projects or start something new. Instruction and supplies available.

Adults

One-On-One Genealogy Research Assistance*

ONGOING

Just getting started on your family research, or looking for help with a genealogy “brick wall”? Call the Local History & Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 and reserve a one-hour session to discuss resources and search strategies. Appointments are available in person, over the phone, or through an online virtual meeting. Email history@kentonlibrary.org to set up a virtual meeting.

Class of 2024 Confetti*

WED., MAY 1 • 1-3 PM

SAT., MAY 18 • 10 AM-NOON

Celebrate the graduate in your life by making customized confetti in our Makerspace!

GED and Professional Testing

THURSDAYS • 10 AM-6 PM

SAT., MAY 18 • 10 AM-2 PM

Please register at GED.com or Pearsonvue. com for a testing appointment at our site.

Watercolor Series*

THURS., MAY 2 & 30 • 10 AM-11:30 AM

Practice your water coloring skills in a guided exploration into the medium. Supplies provided.

BUSINESS: Content Planning

101 for Social Media Marketing

THURS., MAY 2 • 2-3 PM

Learn about the three most important types of content, a step-by-step guide to planning content, and free and paid tools that make social media marketing streamlined and effective. Perfect for people of all skill levels and all stages of a brand’s life.

ESL Conversation Group

THURSDAYS • 5:15-5:45 PM

Practice your English speaking and listening skills. All levels welcome.

BUSINESS: Start Smart — Starting a Business in Kentucky*

THURS., MAY 2 • 6-7 PM

Start Smart is designed to teach you how to start a business, conduct a feasibility analysis, choose the correct legal structure, analyze financial considerations and more.

Coffee and Conversations

FRIDAYS • 11 AM-12:30 PM

Community support experts from Mental Health America will be present to help guide anyone who may be experiencing a difficult situation.

BUSINESS: 1-1 Business Coaching Session*

TUES., MAY 7

• 1:30-5 PM

Register for a free session to discuss your business challenges and aspirations.

Life’s Thimble Pleasures*

• NEEDLE FELTING

TUES., MAY 7 & 21 • 6-8 PM

• EMBROIDERY CLUB

TUES., MAY 14 • 6-8 PM

Supplies and instruction available.

Microsoft Excel*

TUES., MAY 7 & 28 • 6:30-7:30 PM 5/7: Basics 5/28: Advanced

Chair Yoga*

WED., MAY 8 • 11 AM-NOON

Board Game Night

WED., MAY 8 & 22 • 5-8 PM

Meet new people and play such board games as Ticket to Ride, Tsuro, Dominion and more.

Technology Vacation*

TUES., MAY 14 • 1-2:30 PM

Try strategies for taming your technology so you can enjoy yourself on vacation.

Arts & Crafts: Patriotic Tie Dye*

THURS., MAY 23

10 AM-NOON

Bring two 100% white cotton shirts or a white T-shirt no more than 35% synthetic.

Flower Bottle Luminaries*

FRI., MAY 17 • 1-3 PM

Create a luminary with dried pressed flowers.

Zumba Gold*

SAT., MAY 18 • 10:15-11:15 AM

Join this low-impact fitness class.

Introduction to Excel Macros*

MON., MAY 20 • 1-2:30 PM

Learn the basics of automating tasks in Excel using macros. Macros are like little helpers that can automatically save you time by doing repetitive tasks.

Acrylic Paint Night with JoAnn Scharf*

MON., MAY 20 • 6-8 PM

BUSINESS: Improve the Efficiency of Your Business with ChatGPT*

TUES., MAY 21 • 2-3 PM

Learn how to use ChatGPT wisely and safely to improve the efficiency of your business.

Memory Café

WED., MAY 22 • 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 space that is relaxing, fun and informational.

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

DAR Research Assistance*

WED., MAY 29 • 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. For more information and to schedule an appointment please call 859.962.4070.

BUSINESS: Organize Your Business

THURS., MAY 30 • 1-2:30 PM

This course teaches small business owners and entrepreneurs how to organize their digital spaces and time and maintain their organizing systems.

Teens

YA Book Club*

MON., MAY 6 • 4-5 PM

See website for title and how to register.

Bookbinding Class*

THURS., MAY 9 • 5-7 PM

Bring your writings and drawings to bind into a book or bind a blank book to use for future projects!

Teen Game Night

THURS., MAY 16 • 4-7 PM

Join us for board and video games with friends and other teens. Pizza and snacks provided while supplies last.

Zumba Gold*

SAT., MAY 18 • 10:15-11:15 AM

See Adults.

Zodiac Button Making: Gemini*

TUES., MAY 21 - FRI., JUNE 21

Calling all Gemini (May 21–June 21):

Celebrate your birthday by creating one free pre-designed button that corresponds with your zodiac sign! You may make additional buttons for .10 cents each. Email cmakerspace@kentonlibrary.org to schedule a 15-minute block to make your FREE button!

Teen Painting Class*

THURS., MAY 23 • 5-7 PM

Supplies provided. Refreshments while supplies last.

Design a Shirt*

TUES., MAY 28 • 3-5 PM

Teens can design and make one free shirt in our Makerspace.

Kids

¡Cuéntame un cuento! / Spanish Storytime

UP TO AGE 8

THURS., MAY 2 • 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.

In the Community Mugs for Mom!*

THURS., MAY 9 • 6-7 PM

Erlanger Railroad Depot Park

Upcycle a mug or bring your own mug-sized container — we will supply the plant and materials for a tag to name your gift. Meet in the shelter.

Storytime on the Road

TUES., MAY 14, 22 & 28 • 10:30-11:15 AM

5/14 & 28: The Roost Latonia 3616 Decoursey Ave., Latonia 5/22: Ludlow Coffee, 630 Elm St., Ludlow

Kids Yoga Rocks

TUES., MAY 21 • 10:30-11:15 AM

We Rock the Spectrum Gym

331 Kenton Lands Rd., Ste 400, Erlanger, KY 41018

Gravestone Cleaning

SAT., MAY 25 • 10 AM-1 PM

Linden Grove Cemetery

401 W. 13th St., Cov., KY 41011

Join us to learn about preserving gravestones, cleaning them, and about the history of some of the people residing in the cemetery. Please meet us at Linden Grove and wear comfortable shoes and clothes you can get dirty in.

The Big Covington Playdate

CHILDREN UP TO AGE 5 W/A CAREGIVER

SAT., MAY 18 • 11 AM-1 PM

We’ll have plenty of hands-on and sensory-friendly activities for little ones to explore, with various community partners lending a hand with fun to share. Grab your free book and “play recipe” kit to keep the fun going at home!

Family Craft Night: Paper Flowers*

AGES 5-12

MON., MAY 13 • 7-8 PM

Supplies provided.

Teen Game Night

THURS., MAY 16 • 4-7 PM

Join us for board and video games with friends and other teens. Pizza and snacks provided while supplies last.

Tween Time

AGES 9-12

TUES., MAY 28 • 3:30-4:30 PM

We’ll have various games, snacks, books, and other fun activities.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Everyone

STREAM Center: Coloring Break

Take a break in the Stream Center to color on our giant coloring sheet.

Bingo

FRI., MAY 3 • 11 AM-NOON

Kenton County Schools Arts for Life

TUES., MAY 7 • 9 AM-9 PM & WED., MAY 8 • NOON-5 PM

OPEN HOUSE RECEPTION:

WED., MAY 8 • 5-7 PM

Enjoy a display of art created by Kenton County elementary school students.

Books in Bloom

• EXHIBIT

THURS., MAY 9 - WED., MAY 15

• OPENING RECEPTION

WED., MAY 8 • 3:30-4:30 PM

Enjoy beautiful floral arrangements, each inspired by a book. The opening reception will kick off the exhibition and honor the artists whose work is showcased.

Mini Maker Market

SAT., MAY 11 • 11 AM-1 PM

Join us for our craft fest featuring goods created and sold by local youth.

Maker Market

SAT., MAY 11 • 11 AM-3 PM

Join a celebration of local makers as you shop for handmade goods from over sixty vendors. Visit Smokin’ Dews BBQ & Shakes food truck for a delicious lunch, snack or beverage. Check out our STREAM Center, where we have equipment you can use to create your own projects and start a small business yourself!

Abraham Lincoln: Before the Presidency

TUES., MAY 21 • 4-6 PM

Much is known about President Abraham Lincoln. But who was the Hodgenville, Kentucky native before he arrived at the White House to lead the United States through the Civil War? Join us as Forrest Loeffler performs as a young Lincoln and teaches us what he was like before his presidency! Event made possible through the Kentucky Humanities Chautauqua program.

On the Menu: Crosley Field Remembered*

WED., MAY 22 • 6-7 PM

Join us for a talk with the Cincinnati Museum Center Heritage Programs and relive the memorable 1919 and 1940 Reds World Championships brought to you by Roush and Lombardi. Experience the excitement of the 1960s again with the arrival of Reds greats Rose, Bench, Perez and Nolan. Pizza dinner from Snappy Tomato Pizza will be provided to those registered.

Passport to Adventure: Summer Reading Celebration Kickoff

FRI., MAY 31 • 5-7 PM

Join us for an adventure through the library as we celebrate the start of summer reading! Travel to the ocean to see a live shark, meet superheroes as they save the city, go on a scavenger-hunt safari, and other fun journeys. Fuel up with pizza while supplies last.

Adults

GED Prep*

WED., MAY 1, 8, 15 & 20 • 4-7 PM

MON., MAY 6 & 13 • 4-7 PM

Prepare for your GED. Instructor: Alex Duvall Call Alex at 859.442.1166 to register.

Guardians of Care: Unmasking Medicare Fraud

WED., MAY 1 • 6-7 PM

Uncover common Medicare fraud schemes and discuss how they could affect you or your loved one’s future medical coverage. Learn how to decode Medicare Summary Notices and Explanation of Benefits and where to report fraud and abuse.

BOOKCLUB: Bookies Book Club — “The Midnight Library”

WED., MAY 1 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Device Advice Thursday

THURSDAYS • 11 AM-1 PM

Need help with your computer or electronic device? We can help. Bring your own device or get help on our computers. It is first come, first served. Sessions are limited to 15 minutes when others are waiting.

American Sign Language (ASL I) Class*

THURSDAYS • 1-2:30 PM

Join an American Sign Language (ASL) instructor for an eight-week series of beginner classes. Each class will build on skills you learned in the classes before.

American Sign Language (ASL II) Class*

THURSDAYS • 6-7:30 PM

Join us for a more in-depth ASL class and take your skills to the next level. Designed for those with basic ASL knowledge (the alphabet, numbers, and beginning conversational skills), this class will broaden your vocabulary and boost your conversational skills.

Garden Club: Planting in the Reading Garden*

THURS., MAY 2 • 6-7 PM

Flow & Unwind Yoga

THURS., MAY 2 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Senior Services Alliance Food Truck Party

FRI., MAY 3 • 11 AM-1 PM

Join the SSA Group for a FREE food truck event. There will be music, food, vendors, and giveaways while supplies last! The Senior Services Alliance is a group designed to cater to the different needs of the senior community.

Northern Kentucky History Day*

SAT., MAY 4 • 8 AM-2 PM

The keynote speaker Bob Webster will present, “From Old Latonia to Turfway Park -- A 140- Year History.” See kentonlibrary. org for a full schedule.

DIY Bath Salts*

MON., MAY 6 • 7-8 PM

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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

Star Wars Legion

TUES., MAY 7 • 6-8 PM

Learn how to play a fun tabletop game Star Wars Legion.

Craft Club:

Pour Paint Mason Jars*

AGES 16 AND OLDER.

WED., MAY 8 • 1:30-3:30 PM

THURS., MAY 9 • 6-8 PM

Cool Hand Ukes

WED., MAY 8 • 6-8 PM

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

Senior Social and Games

FRI., MAY 10 & 24 • 10:30 AM-11:30 AM

Join us for coffee, donuts, games and conversation!

Melt and Pour Soap

MON., MAY 13 • 7-8 PM

Get a hands-on demo making melt and pour soap.

Zumba!

TUES., MAY 14 & 21 • 10-11 AM

The classes are tailored to our senior population, but all adults are welcome.

Beginner’s Guide to Internet Navigation*

TUES., MAY 14

• NOON-1:30 PM

Teens Create*

TUES., MAY 7 • 6-7 PM: Mother’s Day Cards

WED., MAY 22 • 4-5 PM: Open Crafting

STREAM Center: Dragons & Dungeons — Makerspace Edition*

TUES., MAY 21 • 6-8 PM

Learn how the STREAM Center can add a little flair to your RPG experience! Everyone will receive a free souvenir.

Lunch and Learn: The Story of Bourbon*

THURS., MAY 23 • NOON-1 PM

Learn the basics of using web browsers, conducting simple and effective searches and confidently explore websites.

Tai Chi*

WED., MAY 15 • 6:30-7:30 PM

FRI., MAY 24 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Chair Yoga

WED., MAY 15 • 2-2:45 PM

Paint Night!*

THURS., MAY 16 • 6-8:30 PM

Create a beautiful painting with step-bystep directions.

Presented by the Cincinnati Museum Center’s Heritage Programs, we will hear the history of bourbon, learn how and when it got its name, and why most bourbon is manufactured in Kentucky. Pizza from Snappy Tomato Pizza will be provided to those registered.

BOOKCLUB: Book to Art Club —”Wild”*

THURS., MAY 23 • 6:30 - 8:30 PM

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

Excel Vlookup Workshop*

TUES., MAY 28 • 11 AM-1 PM

Unlock the power of Excel’s VLOOKUP function! Join our Excel Vlookup Workshop to master data lookup, improve spreadsheet efficiency, and elevate your Excel skills.

Microsoft Excel*

• ADVANCED: TUES., MAY 28 • 6:30-8 PM

Financial Literacy Fair

WED., MAY 29 • 6-8 PM

Learn skills to make informed financial decisions. Teens

Teen Space

THURS., MAY 2 & 16 • 4-5 PM

Hang with other teens for crafts, various games, and snacks.

AniManga Club

MON., MAY 13 • 4-5 PM

Hang with other teens while watching your favorite anime, discussing manga, and eating Japanese snacks!

Homeschool Teens: Get Ready for Summer Celebration*

TUES., MAY 14 • 1:30-2:30 PM

Homeschool teens and tweens can hang out while playing games and making crafts.

Fandom Party: K-Pop

TUES., MAY 14 • 6-7 PM

Calling all BTS fans! Test your knowledge with trivia, eat Korean snacks, and listen to your favorite BTS songs with other teens!

Tai Chi*

WED., MAY 15

• 6:30-7:30 PM

FRI., MAY 24 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Kids

Derby Hat Crafting*

AGES 3-12

WED., MAY 1 • 7-8 PM

Hats and embellishments will be provided. Caregivers, please stay to help younger children glue.

Sensory Play

AGES 2-5 W/A CAREGIVER

THURS., MAY 2

• 10:30 AM-NOON

We’ll have playdough, multiple sensory bins, and messy art!

Puppy Tales

AGES 5-12

THURS., MAY 2

• 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 first-come, first-served upon arrival.

Marvelous Moms Storytime

UP TO AGE 5 W/A CAREGIVER

MON., MAY 6

• 10 AM-11 AM

We’ll have songs and stories, then we’ll end with a craft that you can give as a Mother’s Day gift.

Art Explorers

AGES 3-8

MON., MAY 6 • 1:30 PM-3:30 PM

Learn about Helen Frankenthaler in this interactive, drop-in art program.

Mother’s Day Tea Party Sensory Play

AGES 3-8

THURS., MAY 9

• 10:30 AM-NOON

Drop-in for tea party sensory play and craft a card for a wonderful lady in your life.

Saturday Family Storytime

UP TO AGE 8 W/A CAREGIVER

SAT., MAY 11 & 25

• 11 AM-NOON

Mother’s Day Celebration*

UP TO AGE 8 W/A CAREGIVER

SUN., MAY 12 • 2-3:30 PM

Bring the whole family to this drop-in event for crafts, activities, and other fun surprises!

Parachute Play!

AGES 3-8

MON., MAY 13 • 11 AM-NOON

Builder’s Block

AGES 3-12

MON., MAY 13 • 5-6:30 PM

Kids and their grown-ups can create and build with LEGOs, magna-tiles, blocks and more!

Homeschool Curriculum Swap*

AGES 5-12

TUES., MAY 14 • 1-2:30 PM

Swap your items with other homeschooling families.

Baby Storytime

UP TO AGE 24 MONTHS W/A CAREGIVER

• SPRING!

WED., MAY 15 • 10-11 AM

• Spring Animals!

FRI., MAY 24 • 9:30-10:30 AM

Let’s celebrate with fun songs, books and playtime.

Drop in for Fun!

AGES 6-12

WED., MAY 15 • 7-7:30 PM

Drop in for some mixed-up fun! Building options, water play, and other fun!

Rainy Day Sensory Play

AGES 3-8 W/A CAREGIVER

THURS., MAY 16 • 10-11:30 AM

Join us for fun involving sensory bins, crafts, and activities!

Playdough Playdate

UP TO AGE 5 W/A CAREGIVER

FRI., MAY 17 • 10-11:30 AM

Explore, mash, squish and roll playdough during this fun drop-in program.

Busy Bag Workshop*

UP TO AGE 5 W/A CAREGIVER

MON., MAY 20 • 10-11 AM

Lego Build Challenge: SRC Preview

AGES 5-12

TUES., MAY 21 • 1:30-3 PM

Getting excited for the Summer Reading Challenge? Complete Lego challenges related to some of the fun things we have planned this summer.

Flower Fun Sensory Play

AGES 3-8

THURS., MAY 23 • 10-11:30 AM

Join us for flower fun involving sensory bins, crafts, and activities!

Craft Me a Story: Summer!

AGES 5-12

THURS., MAY 23 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Busy bags are travel-friendly activities that kids can do independently.

Celebration!

AGES 3-12

FRI., MAY 24

• 2:30-4:30 PM

Drop in any time to enjoy snacks, crafts and activities.

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

Zumba Gold: Dancing to the Oldies!

MON., MAY 6, 13 & 20 • 10-11 AM

Everyone

Chess Club

WEDNESDAYS • 4-6 PM

Our weekly chess club is open to all levels of skill.

Friends of KCPL

Used Book Sale

SUN., MAY 5 - SAT., MAY 11

SALE HOURS ARE: SUN., 1-4:30 PM

MON.-THURS., 9 AM - 8:30 PM

FRI. 9 AM TO 5:30 PM

SAT., 10 AM TO 4:30 PM

Nearly new and used books, music, and movies will be sold. Proceeds from the sale will go towards programs and services that support the library. Bag sale last day - $5 for provided bag. Cash only.

Kenton County Schools

Arts for Life

TUES., MAY 7 • 9 AM-9 PM & WED., MAY 8 • NOON-5 PM

OPEN HOUSE RECEPTION:

WED., MAY 8 • 5-7 PM

Enjoy a display of Art created by Kenton County elementary school students.

Early Bird Bingo

TUES., MAY 14 • 10-NOON

Enjoy a cup of coffee and light snacks.

Family Movie Matinee

SAT., MAY 18 • 2-4 PM

Popcorn and drinks will be available while supplies last.

Adults Chair Yoga*

WED., MAY 1 • 11 AM-NOON

Scrapbooking with Jackie!*

WED., MAY 1 • 6-8 PM

All supplies will be provided, please bring your photos.

Tai Chi*

FRI., MAY 3, 17 & 31 • 10:30-11:30 AM

Make It with Jackie!*

SUN., MAY 5 & 15 • 2-4 PM

Learn how to make personalized greeting cards.

Zumba Gold: Dancing to the Oldies!

MON., MAY 6, 13 & 20 • 10-11 AM

Dungeons and Dragons

TUES., MAY 7 & 21 • 6-8:30 PM

All skill levels welcome.

Stewards of Children*

THURS., MAY 16 • 9-11:30 AM

Learn how to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.

Movie Night

TUES., MAY 21 • 6-8 PM

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

Flow & Unwind Yoga

THURSDAY, MAY 23 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Reflections in Nature*

SAT., MAY 25 • 10:30-11:15 AM

Learn to meditate with a 40-minute guided meditation.

BOOKCLUB: Adult Book Discussion

TUES., MAY 28 • 7-8:30 PM

Join us to discuss “Life We Bury” by Allen Eskins and “Grant and Twain” by Mark Perry. To sign up, contact tanya. pemberton@kentonlibrary.org.

Teens

Sticker Club

TUES., MAY 7 • 4-5 PM

Collect KCPL-created stickers!

Anime Club

FRI., MAY 10 • 6-8 PM

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

Library Teen Cafe

TUES., MAY 14 • 6-8 PM

Crafts, games, snacks and other random things.

Tween Hub: Oil Pastel Critters*

SUN., MAY 19 • 2:30-3:30 PM

Join us for a fun art project using oil pastels.

Flow & Unwind Yoga

THURSDAY, MAY 23 • 6:30-7:30 PM

Late Night Gaming

FRI., MAY 24 • 9-11 PM

We’ll have video games, pizza, manhunt/ hide and seek, and be as loud as we want.

Reflections in Nature*

SAT., MAY 25 • 10:30-11:15 AM

See Adults. Kids

Open Play!

CHILDREN UP TO AGE 8

FRIDAYS • 10 AM-2 PM

Jump in the bounce house, climb through the tunnel, and soar onto the crash pad from the trampoline!

Down the Rabbit Hole:

A Reading Experience with Rabbits*

AGES 3-12

TUES., MAY 14 & 28 • 6-8 PM

Show up to your scheduled time slot with your favorite book and read to our rabbits! Sessions will be a total of 15 minutes.

Karma Kids*

AGES 5-12

SATURDAY, MAY 25 • 2-3 PM

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

Borrow Tools and More

A wet dry vac, flooring nailer, a universal drain wrench…these are some of the more unique items that can be borrowed from the library through Empower Tools. Empower Tools is a free community tool rental service inspired by the residents of Covington and created and sustained by the Kenton County Public Library and the Center for Great Neighborhoods. Opened in 2017, the program has lent out thousands of tools to hundreds of residents, saving residents

hundreds of thousands of dollars in deferred tool costs.

With just a library card, home repair and gardening DIYers are able to have access to power tools, pressure washers, hand tools, and more for all of their home improvement needs. This resource has helped residents increase the value of their homes, save money on important repairs, grow food at home in back yard gardens, beautify their homes and their communities, and even start small businesses.

To see the available tools and learn how to borrow visit kentonlibrary.org/ empower-tools/

Career & Job Services

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

COVINGTON BRANCH

Power Your Job Search with Google Tools

FRI., MAY 10 • 2 -3 PM

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

ERLANGER BRANCH

Northern Kentucky Accountability Group

WEDNESDAYS • 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.

Getting Started: Begin Your Career Transition With Us

MON., MAY 6 • 6:30-8 PM

TUES., MAY 21 • 10 AM-NOON

Receive tips on creating a project plan to help you organize your search, figure out what to do first and balance all your job search activities.

Toastmasters

MON., MAY 6 & 20 • 6:45-7:45 PM

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs.

Interviewing Skills Workshop

TUES., MAY 7 • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Learn how to prepare for interviews today. We will touch on one-on-one, panel, virtual, and lunch/dinner-type interviews, research methods and more.

Build Your LinkedIn Profile Series

WED., MAY 8, 15, 22 & 29 • 1-2:30 PM

Learn how to make your LinkedIn profile work for you!

Transferable Skills Workshop

THURS., MAY 9 • 10-11:30 AM

This class will focus on an analysis of your transferable skills and how you can make that bridge between your use of those skills in the past and how they will be applied to your future work.

The Fundamentals of Networking

TUES., MAY 14 • 10 AM-12:30 PM

Learn networking fundamentals and how to overcome fear.

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

THURS., MAY 16 • 2-3:30 PM

Learn how to use the library’s #1 business database to build a list of prospects for your job search.

Create a Marketing Plan

MON., MAY 20 • 10 AM-11:30 AM

A personal marketing plan will make it easier for friends, colleagues, coaches, and new acquaintances to make connections for you during your job search. We will provide you with an outline, describe each area to consider in your plan and give you real samples and resources to use to build a target company section.

Resumé Basics for Today

TUES., MAY 21 • 1-3 PM

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.

Intermediate Excel

TUES., MAY 21 • 6:30-8 PM

How to Improve Your Efficiency with ChatGPT

WED., MAY 22 • 7-8:30 PM

Learn how to use ChatGPT wisely and safely to improve your efficiency.

LinkedIn Photo Session

WED., MAY 29 • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Unemployed professionals can get their LinkedIn photo taken by photographer Julie Lubbers for free.

ONLINE

Creating a Federal Resumé

THURS., MAY 2 •10 AM-NOON

Learn how to prepare a resumé to apply for Federal jobs and use USA Jobs.

Manage and Build Your Online Brand

TUES., MAY 7

• 6:30-8 PM

Begin by learning about social media, building an online presence, and how to use both to establish or build a career.

Managing ATS Workshop

FRI., MAY 10 • 10 AM-NOON

Learn 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 resumés and cover letters for job applications.

Introduction to Online Learning

MON., MAY 13 • 6-7 PM

Discover all the great classes you can take for free online at KCPL. Explore careers, expand your computer skills, and try out new techniques from the comfort of your home.

Elevator Pitch Power Plan

THURS., MAY 16 • 6-7:30 PM

Learn how to present your professional experience, accomplishments, and job search goals succinctly and persuasively.

WIOA Eligibility Information Hour

FRI., MAY 17 • 2-3 PM

Learn more about how you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to pay for classes such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, SHRM certification, a CDL license and more.

Core Skills Workshop

WED., MAY 22 • 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.

Improve Your Resumé with Practical Strategies

WED., MAY 29 • 6-7 PM

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

Ace Your Next Job Interview

THURS., MAY 30 • 6:30-7:30 PM

This workshop can help you feel more confident, prepare to communicate clearly and present your best self to a potential employer.

FEATURED GENRE: GARDENING

ADULTS

“Emily Dickinson’s Gardening Life” by Marta McDowell

“The Green Witch’s Garden” by Arin Murphy-Hiscock

“Veg Out” by Heather Rodino

TEENS

“DIY Projects for Cats and Dogs” by Armelle Rau and Pierre Legrix

“The Sprite and the Gardener” by Rii Abrego and Joe Whitt

“Taproot: A Story About a Gardener and a Ghost” by Keezy Young

“Into the Bright Open” by Cherie Dimaline

“Wild Beauty” by Anna-Marie McLemore

CHILDREN

“The Best Ever Step-by-Step Kid’s First Gardening” by Jenny Hendy

“Gardening with Emma” by Emma Biggs

“Guinea Pigs Go Gardening” by Kate Sheehy

MAY ONLINE

BOOKCLUB: Adult Book Discussion

TUES., MAY 7 & 21 • 7-8:30 PM

5/7: “The Life We Bury” by Allen Eskens

5/21: “Grant and Twain” by Mark Perry

Pick up a copy of the book at the Independence Branch circulation desk.

To register, contact tanya.pemberton@ kentonlibrary.org.

Covington Branch

502 Scott Blvd.

Covington, KY 41011

Erlanger Branch

401 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018

Independence Branch

1992 Walton-Nicholson Rd., Independence, KY 41051

Branch Hours

May 5, 1973:

Secretariat and jockey Ron Turcotte with groom Eddie Sweat take home the roses at the 99th running of the Kentucky Derby. See more images at facesandplaces. kentonlibrary.org All library branches closed Sunday, May 26