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Faces and Places Photograph Donation Drive
COVINGTON BRANCH: 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 kate.mckenzie@ kentonlibrary.org to coordinate a donation or to ask questions.
One-On-One Genealogy Research Assistance
COVINGTON BRANCH: ALL MONTH Call the Local History and Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 and reserve a one-hour session to discuss resources and search strategies.
Wilmington Baptist Church Cemetery Tour
OFF SITE (15472 MADISON PIKE, FISKBURG, KY): SAT., OCT. 1 • 9-11 AM Join us for a biographical walking tour of Wilmington Baptist Church Cemetery and learn about the people and families who shaped the history of Northern Kentucky. The cemetery is located at 15472 Madison Pike, Fiskburg, Kentucky.
Fly Fishing Basics*
OFF SITE (INDEPENDENCE, KY): SAT., OCT. 1 • 10:30 AM-4:30 PM Learn the basics including knot tying, casting, proper gear and where to fish locally.
GED Prep*
ERLANGER BRANCH: MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS 4-7 PM Call 859.442.1166 to register.
Dungeons and Dragons of Durr
INDEPENDENCE BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 4 • 6-8:30 PM All skill levels welcome.
Antiques Appraisal Fair
COVINGTON BRANCH: SAT., OCT. 8 10:30 AM-12:30 PM Talk with antiques appraisal experts to see if you might be sitting on a pile of antique gold. Photographs of large furniture pieces are preferred. Program co-sponsored by the Kenton County Historical Society.
Bootcamp Class*
ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 4 & 18 • 6-6:30 PM Join BJ and Kagan from Affordable Athletic Supplements for a fun, energetic workout.
Crafting: Life’s Thimble Pleasures
COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 4 & 18 AND WED., OCT. 5 & 19 • 6-8 PM 10/4 & 18: Needle Felting 10/5 & 19: Macramé Try your hand at new crafting techniques or work on a project of your own.
Writers’ Group
ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 4 • 6:30-8:30 PM Share your work and give feedback in this group for writers of all genres!
Walking Clubs
COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., OCT. 5, 12 & 26 • 8-9 AM ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., OCT. 7 & 21 • 9-10 AM
Memory Café
INDEPENDENCE BRANCH: WED., OCT. 5 • 1-2 PM Memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer or brain injury patients and caregivers will find a space that is relaxing, fun and informational.
Crafternoons*
ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., OCT. 5 &19 • 1:30-3:30 PM Each session we will do a new craft or learn a new skill. 10/5: Cupcake Photo Holder 10/19: Bring an item to bedazzle.
Protect Yourself from Online Scams*
ZOOM: WED., OCT. 5 • 6-7 PM
Make Health a Habit
ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., OCT. 5 • 6 PM Learn tips to living a healthy lifestyle from Sandy Klein.
Sew What! Pumpkin Pin Cushion*
ERLANGER BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS • 7-8:30 PM Sew What! is a chance for sewing beginners to get together, share ideas and learn a thing or two!
GED Testing*
COVINGTON BRANCH: THURSDAYS • 2-6 PM SAT., OCT. 15 • 10 AM-1:30 PM Please register at GED.com.
COVINGTON BRANCH: THUR., OCT. 6 • 6-7 PM M. Elaine Sutherland Panagiotopoulos took inspiration from her family history and wrote “Royalty of Kentucky,” a novel about Della Moore Carpenter, who dared to defy the rules and expectations of women in early 20th century Kentucky. After the presentation books will be available for purchase. For details see the website.
Needle Arts Group
ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., OCT. 6 • 6:30-8:30 PM Bring whatever project you’re working on or stop in for a tutorial. Limited supplies.
First Time Computer Use
COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., OCT. 6 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Tai Chi
INDEPENDENCE BRANCH: FRI., OCT. 7 • 10:30-11:30 AM COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., OCT. 12 10:30 AM-11:30 AM ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., OCT. 26 • 6:30-7:30 PM Join Master Greg Fahey of NKY Shaolindo for a morning Tai Chi session.
Coffee and Conversations
COVINGTON BRANCH: FRIDAYS • 11 AM-12:30 PM Join us to learn about various community resources that are available while enjoying coffee and donuts.
Adventures in the Archives
YOUTUBE: FRI., OCT. 7 • 2-2:30 PM Explore the Linden Grove Cemetery Collection. See how you can use the records to find the final resting place of your ancestors. Join us on YouTube or our Facebook Group Kenton Library Archives.
Make It with Jackie!*
INDEPENDENCE BRANCH: SUN., OCT. 9 • 2-4 PM Learn how to make personalized greeting cards.
Garden Club: Plant Swap*
ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., OCT. 10 • 6-7 PM Indoor and outdoor plants, planting supplies, and homegrown veggies welcome.
Toastmasters
ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., OCT. 10, 24 & 31 6:30-8:30 PM Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs.
Chair Yoga
INDEPENDENCE BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 11 • 11 AM ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., OCT. 27 • 11 AM
Durr Crafters*
INDEPENDENCE BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 11 • 6-7:30 PM Learn new craft trends or new techniques for some old ones.
Halloween Themed Wine Bottles*
ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 11 • 6-8 PM Upcycle a wine bottle into a fun Halloween decoration!
Embroidery Club
COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 11 & 25 • 6-8 PM Try your hand at embroidery. Supplies available.
Cooking with Dagmar*
INDEPENDENCE BRANCH: WED., OCT. 12 • 2-3 PM Join Ms. Dagmar while she gives a demonstration (and tastings!) of dishes from all around the world.
Juicing & Beyond
COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., OCT. 12 • 6 PM Learn how to use nature’s garden to supply necessary nutrients and help detoxify the body. Samples, recipes, and juicing program guidance available.
Cool Hand Ukes
ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., OCT. 12 • 6-8 PM Come out and jam along with this open group of ukulele players, or just come and listen!
Elevation: The International U2 Tribute Concert*
ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., OCT. 29 • 6:30-8 PM U2 costumes encouraged, not required.
Covington Adventure’s Club
COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., OCT. 13 & 27 • 6-8 PM A Dungeons and Dragons club. All adventures welcome to join us. For a bit of streamlining, emailing event organizer before your first session is encouraged.
Senior Social and Games
ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., OCT. 14 & 28 10:30-11:30 AM Join us for coffee, pastries, play card games, and chat!
Horror on Hoopla & Kanopy
COVINGTON BRANCH: FRI., OCT. 14 • NOON-4 PM Enjoy a snack and a horror film on our Hoopla and Kanopy streaming movie platforms. A library card is required to attend.
Painted Pumpkin Jar
COVINGTON BRANCH: FRI., OCT. 14 • 2-4 PM Swing into the spooky season by painting a ghastly mason jar.
Sci-Fi Roleplay Club
COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 18 • 6-8 PM Play Wrath & Glory, a Warhammer 40k RPG.
Succeeding with Plant Propagation
COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., OCT. 19 • 6-8 PM Discover how and when to take cuttings of your favorite plants to increase your supply and save money.
Friday Movie Matinee: “Rear Window”
ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., OCT. 21 1:30-3:30 PM “Rear Window” (PG) 1954, 1 hr. 52 min.
Chair Exercise
COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 25 • 11 AM
Rope Pumpkin Center Pieces*
ERLANGER BRANCH/STREAM CENTER: TUES., OCT. 25 • 6-8 PM Turn rope into a fun pumpkin shaped center piece!
In-Person DAR Research Assistance*
COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., OCT. 26 • 10-11 AM Schedule a one-hour one-onone 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.
Hooks & Needles
COVINGTON BRANCH: WED., OCT. 26 • 2-4 PM Knitters and crocheters, bring your projects or start something new. All levels welcome.
Tricky Treat Totes
COVINGTON BRANCH: FRI., OCT. 28 • 2-4 PM Visit us and decorate a canvas tote perfect for Halloween.
Monster Mash Matinee
COVINGTON BRANCH: MON. OCT. 31 • 9:30 AM-4 PM Time to lift your spirits and make your Halloween hex-tra fun by enjoy a series of horror films!
Book Clubs
JOIN THE DISCUSSION
The Bookies Book Club
ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., OCT. 5 • 6:30-7:30 PM “Sadie” by Courtney Summers
Why Did They Do That? Book to Movie Club*
ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., OCT. 14 • 5-5:45 PM Discuss the movie “Cruella” starring Emma Stone and the novel “101 Dalmatians” by Dodie Smith.
Case Files: “The Ghosts of Eden Park”
ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., OCT. 17 • 6:30-7:30 PM We’ll read a new true crime novel each month and then get together to discuss the bloody details.
The Read to Succeed Book Club Hybrid Event*
ERLANGER BRANCH/ZOOM: TUES., OCT. 25 • 7-8 PM Join us to discuss titles that are meant to move you forward and help you grow. This month we discuss “Never Split the Difference” by Chris Voss.
Adult Book Discussion
INDEPENDENCE BRANCH: OCT. 25 • 7-8:30 PM Join us for a discussion of “Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires” by Grady Hendrix. Pick up a copy of the book at the circulation desk. To sign up, contact tanya.pemberton@ kentonlibrary.org.
Career & Job Services
Basic Microsoft Word*
ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., OCT. 1 • 10:30 AM-NOON COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., OCT. 6 • 10-11 AM Learn how to create, edit, save and print a document.
Get Started: Begin Your Career Transition with Us*
ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., OCT. 3 • 6:30-8:30 PM AND THURS., OCT. 20 • 9:30-11:30 AM Join Volunteer Career Coach Marty Page for an orientation on getting started with your career transition.
Target Your Resume Workshop*
ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 4 • 10:30 AM-NOON Update your resume to compete in today’s lightningfast business environment.
Build Your LinkedIn Profile, Pt. IV*
ZOOM: TUES., OCT. 4 • 6-7:30 PM Learn to be active on the platform and get more visibility.
Northern Kentucky Accountability Group*
ERLANGER BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS • 9:15-11:30 AM Job search support group for professionals in transition or anyone wanting to change careers. Register if attending virtually.
Kentucky Career Center Corner*
ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., OCT. 5 & 19 • 1-5 PM Meet with a KCC Business Development Specialist to help you find a job, access American Job Center resources, or determine WIOA funding available for training. Call 859.372.8440 or email kscott@ brightoncenter.com to register.
Grow with Google: Communicate with GMail and GCalendar*
ZOOM: THURS., OCT. 6 • 2-3 PM Learn how to share important dates, reminders, and events with others.
Creating Business Cards to Effectively Market Yourself*
ERLANGER BRANCH: FRI., OCT. 7 • 10-11 AM Learn to create a well-made and thoughtful business card.
Google Tips & Tricks*
ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., OCT. 8 • 10:30 AM-NOON
Power Your Job Search with Google Tools*
COVINGTON BRANCH: MON., OCT. 10 • 10-11 AM
Create a Marketing Plan*
ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 11 • 10-11:30 AM Learn how to make a personal marketing plan for your job search.
Core Skills Workshop*
ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., OCT. 13 • 10-11:30 AM Designed to help you analyze your transferable core skills to help with your job search.
Microsoft PowerPoint: Basics*
COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., OCT. 13 •10-11 AM ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., OCT. 15 • 10:30 AM-NOON
Unstuck: Moving on from Challenging Job Situations*
ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., OCT. 15 • 11:30 AM-1 PM Learn how to navigate a new career path. Moderator: John Rhoads, Rhoads Life Coaching LLC .
Use Data Axle to Build a Target Company List for Your Job Search*
ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., OCT. 17 • 2-3 PM Learn how to use the library’s #1 business database to build a list of prospects for your job search.
Elevator Pitch Power Hour*
COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 18 • 10-11 AM Learn how to present your professional experience, accomplishments, and job search goals in a succinct and persuasive way.
Manage and Build Your Online Brand*
ZOOM: TUES., OCT. 18 • 6:30-8 PM Learn about social media and building an online presence, and how to use both to establish or build a career or business.
Supercharge Your LinkedIn Profile*
ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., OCT. 19 • 1-3 PM LinkedIn expert Carolyn Dickerson will show you how to maximize your LinkedIn profile by learning to use LinkedIn corporate recruiter.
Finding a Job 101*
ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., OCT. 20 • 2-3 PM In this session, we will discuss using Google to discover job opportunities, easily track the progress of job applications, and create a basic resume.
Microsoft Excel*
• Excel Basics
COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., OCT. 20 • 6:30-7:30 PM ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., OCT. 22 • 10:30 AM-NOON
An Evening with Nailed It! Author Matt Marvin*
ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., OCT. 24 • 6-8:30 PM BOOK SIGNING 6-6:30 PM Join author and management consultant Matthew Marvin for his insightful take on how to successfully navigate today’s complex interviewing processes.
Improve Your Resume with Practical Strategies*
COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., OCT. 25 • 2-3 PM Learn to make your resume more attractive to hiring managers.
LinkedIn Photo Session*
ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., OCT. 26 • 11:30 AM-1 PM Unemployed professionals can get a photo taken by photographer Julie Lubbers.
Microsoft Publisher: Basics*
COVINGTON BRANCH: THURS., OCT. 27 • 10-11 AM
Beating the Sunday Night Scaries*
ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., OCT. 27 • 6:30-8 PM Join Career Club Founder Bob Goodwin for an insightful evening on how to think about your career path.
