Covington C PROGRAMS &
Everyone
Faces and Places Photograph
Donation Drive
We request photos to be added to our historical photograph database, Faces and Places. Call 859.962.4070 or email history@ketonlibrary.org to coordinate a donation or to ask questions.
Ukulele Workshop
TUES., SEPT. 3 & 17 • 5-7 PM
All music lovers are welcome to jam out on their ukulele with other enthusiasts or start learning for the first time! All ages and experience levels are welcome!
Covington Plant Swap
WED., SEPT. 11 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Join us for a community plant swap! Indoor and outdoor plants, unused pots, soil, tools, seeds and plant-related décor are welcome.
Memory Board Craft*
MON., SEPT. 16 • 2-3 PM
Make memory boards to put photos and memories from the past!
Breakfast & Bingo
THURS., SEPT. 19 • 9-11 AM
Winners will receive a prize. No entry fee.
Intro to Ancestry Library Edition*
TUES., SEPT. 24 • 2-3 PM
Learn about Ancestry Library Edition and its resources for family research! While everyone is welcome, this presentation is designed for those new to genealogy research.
Hooks & Needles
WED., SEPT. 25 • 2-4 PM
Knitters and crocheters, bring your projects or start something new. Instruction and supplies available. All levels welcome.
Adults
One-On-One Genealogy Research Assistance*
ALL MONTH
Just getting started on your family research, or looking for help with a genealogy “brick wall”? Call 859.962.4070 and reserve a one-hour session to discuss resources and search strategies.
Microsoft Excel*
Basics: TUES., SEPT. 3 & 10 • 1-2:30 PM Advanced Functions: MON., SEPT. 16 • 1-2:30 PM Must be proficient with mouse and keyboard.
National Pancake Day*
THURS., SEPT. 26
3:30-4 PM
Pancake themed stories and pancake decorating.
Life’s Thimble Pleasure* Needle Felting
TUES., SEPT. 3 & 17 • 6-8 PM
Work on your project or come for instruction! Supplies and instruction available.
Meet a Kynector
WED., SEPT. 4 • NOON -2 PM
An opportunity to meet with a Kynector, Samantha Elmore. A Kynector can help you with your benefits in the following ways: Apply for Medicaid or KI-HIPP, APTC or QHP, SNAP or CCAP. Report changes in your information and recertify your benefits.
Board Game Night
WED., SEPT. 4 & 18 • 5-8 PM
Refreshments provided. Ages 16+
GED and Professional Testing*
THURSDAYS • 10 AM-6 PM SAT., SEPT. 21 • 10 AM-2 PM
Register at GED.com or Pearsonvue.com for a testing appointment at our site.
Plant Care Clinic*
THURS., SEPT. 5 & 12 • 1:30-4:30 PM
SAT., SEPT. 7 & 14 • 1:30-4:30 PM SUN., SEPT. 15 • 1:30-4:30 PM
Plant Practitioner and soon to be Master Gardener, Kay Murry, will be leading this session on basic houseplant care, propagation, and more. After a presentation, attendees can partake in a one-on-one session with Kay to discuss their plant issues. Attendees are welcome to either bring their plant -orbring several photos with a name to help diagnose and “prescribe” remedies.
Coffee and Conversations
FRIDAYS • 11 AM-12:30 PM
Join us to learn about various available community resources. Community support experts from Mental Health America will be present to help guide anyone who may be experiencing a difficult situation.
Zumba Gold:
Dancing to the Oldies!*
SAT., SEPT. 7 & 14 • 10:15-11:15 AM
Senior Crafts*
• DIY Butterfly Feeders
MON., SEPT. 9 • 10 AM-NOON
• DIY Soda Bottle Planters
MON., SEPT. 23 • 10 AM-NOON
Research the Job Search*
MON., SEPT. 9 • 2-3:30 PM
If you’ve ever felt like you needed a refresher on conducting research or don’t know where to start gathering information for your job search, join us for this program.
Family
History Binder Decorating*
WED., SEPT. 11 • 11 AM-NOON
Decorate binders to keep all your research in! Supplies are provided, as well as printouts for getting started with family research.
The Grey Guard Gaming Group*
WED., SEPT. 11 & 25 • 5-8 PM
Tabletop roleplaying for adults. Presently playing through a D&D 5e module.
Resin Crafts*
THURS., SEPT.12 • 1-3:30 PM
An introductory program on how to work with UV resin.
Board Game Day
SAT., SEPT. 14 • 10:30 AM-4 PM
Board games, snacks and more are available throughout the day.
Memory Board Craft*
MON., SEPT. 16 • 2-3 PM
Learn how to make memory boards to put photos and memories from the past!
Civil War and Spanish American War Research Assistance*
TUES., SEPT. 17 • 10-11 AM
You can schedule a one-hour in-person one-on-one appointment with the Sons of the Union Veterans and Sons of Spanish American War Veterans to discuss the necessary steps toward membership and get help with your research. Call 859-9624070 to schedule.
Improve the Efficiency of Your Business
with ChatGPT
TUES., SEPT. 17 • 2-3 PM
Artificial intelligence is here to stay. Learn how to use ChatGPT wisely and safely to improve the efficiency of your business.
Papercraft Extravaganza*
WED., SEPT. 18 • 1-3 PM
Make autumn paper crafts with Saquorya Harlan, owner of Missationery Papercrafts.
Relaxation & Restoration: Embroidery*
SAT., SEPT. 21 • 2-4 PM
In honor of the International Day of Peace, this special event combines mindfulness, meditation, and art to help find your inner calm.
Intro to Ancestry Library Edition*
TUE., SEPT. 24 • 2-3 PM
See Everyone.
DAR Research Assistance*
WED., SEPT. 25 • 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.
Living Will Planning*
WED., SEPT. 25 • 6-8 PM
Complete your living will on-site with experts from St. Elizabeth Healthcare. A financial planner will be available to answer questions about financial concerns related to aging. Free notary services will be provided for Living Wills only.
Evening with the Ancestors*
SAT., SEPT. 28 • 6-10 PM
Join us after hours for a night of genealogical research. Participants will have full use of the library’s resources and computers, as well as advice and assistance from Genealogy staff. Registrants are encouraged to bring their genealogy research, laptops or tablets, and a friend!
Acrylic Paint Night with JoAnn Scharf*
MON., SEPT. 30 • 6-8 PM
Teens
Button Club!
ALL MONTH
Pick up a button for this month’s button club while supplies last!
Comic Book Contest
ALL MONTH
The best in show will be selected from each age group (Kids Division: up to age 12, Teens: 13-18). Winners from each division will receive a prize basket, including an anthology of all winning entries. Additionally, winning submissions will be added to the pre-existing anthology for patrons to check out and read! See website for details.
Young Adventurer’s Guild*
TUES., SEPT. 3, 10, 17 & 24 • 4-6 PM
A Dungeons and Dragons group geared for ages 10-16.
Teen Arts and Crafts Club
WED., SEPT. 4 & 18 • 4-6 PM
Grandparents Day Slates and Frames
FRI., SEPT. 6 • 1:30-3:30 PM
Customize your choice of sublimation blanks for the grandparent in your life.
Zumba Gold:
Dancing to the Oldies!*
SAT., SEPT. 7 & 14 • 10:15-11:15 AM
Dice Goblins; One-Shot Adventures*
TUES., SEPT. 10 & 24 • 4-6 PM
This is low to no-prep tabletop role playing like Dungeons and Dragons but every week you have a new adventure to go on.
Video Game Night
THURS., SEPT. 12 • 5-8 PM
Hang out with friends, eat snacks and play video games!
Zodiac Button Making: Libra
MON., SEPT. 23 - WED., OCT. 23
Visit our reference desk to make your free button!
Covington C
Banned Books Bookmarks*
WED., SEPT. 25 • 1:30-3:30 PM
SAT., SEPT. 28 • 1:30-3:30 PM
Celebrate Banned Books Week by making a free bookmark in our makerspace!
AniManga Night
THURS., SEPT. 26 • 5-8 PM
Hang out, eat snacks, find some new manga and comics to read, and watch anime.
FREE ACT Practice Test*
SAT., SEPT.28 • 10 AM-2 PM
The practice test is a great opportunity for students to get their first look at the exam under test-like conditions. Please arrive 30 minutes before the start of the event to check-in.
Kids
Comic Book Contest
ALL MONTH
See Teens.
Bear Scavenger Hunt
UP TO AGE 12
TUES., SEPT. 3 - MON., SEPT.30
Find all the bears and win a prize!
Young Adventurer’s Guild*
TUES., SEPT. 3, 10, 17 & 24 • 4-6 PM
See Teens.
Family Night*
AGES 5-12
• Paint Pour*
MON., SEPT. 9 • 7-8 PM
• Canvas Painting*
MON., SEPT. 23 • 7-8 PM
Playtime for Tweens
MON., SEPT. 16 & 30 • 3:15-4:15 PM
Snacks and activities provided.
Teddy Bears’ Picnic*
UP TO AGE 8
SUN, SEPT. 29 • 2-3 PM
Bring your favorite teddy bear (or other stuffed animal) to the library and join us for stories, snacks, and playtime.
COVINGTON Storytimes
Preschool Storytime
AGES 3-5 W/A CAREGIVER TUESDAYS • 11-11:45 AM
Toddler Storytime
AGES 2-3 YEARS W/A CAREGIVER THURSDAYS • 10-10:30 AM
Baby Storytime UP TO AGE 2 W/A CAREGIVER THURSDAYS • 11-11:30 AM
In the Community
Yoga in the Park Series*
THURS., SEPT. 5, 12 & 19 • 7-8 PM
DEVOU PARK HOME ROAD
COVINGTON, KY 41016
The practice will be held in the Rotary Grove.
Sunrise Yoga on the River*
MON., SEPT. 9, 16, 23 & 30 • 7-7:45 AM
COVINGTON PLAZA
1 MADISON AVENUE
COVINGTON, KY 41011
Playart @ Creative House
CHILDREN UP TO AGE 5 W/A CAREGIVER
FRI., SEPT. 13, 20 & 27 • 11-11:45 AM
CREATIVE HOUSE OF ART AND DESIGN
609 MAIN STREET COVINGTON, KY 41011
Library Day @ Strike and Spare
MON., SEPT. 16 • 10 AM-11 PM
Smokey Bear Visits the Library!
AGES 3-8
SAT., SEPT. 28 • 10-10:30 AM
Only you can prevent forest fires! Join Smokey the Bear to learn essential fire safety tips during a brief talk and a storytelling session featuring Smokey the Bear’s adventures.
STRIKE & SPARE
510 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE
ERLANGER, KY 41018
Show your library card to receive a wristband good for one game of bowling and unlimited bumper cars, roller skating, time freak, virtual roller coaster and laser tag! Each person must show their physical or digital library card.
Forest Bathing: A Guided Walk for Relaxation & Restoration
AGES 12 AND UP
SAT., SEPT. 21 & 28 • 9-10:30 AM
MORNING VIEW HERITAGE AREA 15168 DECOURSEY PIKE
MORNING VIEW, KY 41063
No dogs allowed, and the walk will take place rain or shine.
Hike Doe Run!*
SAT, SEPT.28 • 9 AM-NOON
DOE RUN LAKE
1501 BULLOCK PEN ROAD
COVINGTON, KY 41017
Trail is 2.8 miles. Rain cancels. Cosponsored by Kenton County Parks & Recreation.
Erlanger E PROGRAMS & EVENTS
*Register for these free events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Everyone
Friends of KCPL Used Book Sale
SUN., SEPT. 8 - SAT. SEPT. 14
SALE HOURS: SUN.: 1-4:30 PM
MON.-THURS.: 9 AM- 8:30 PM
FRI.: 9 AM-5:30 PM
SAT., 10 AM-4:30 PM
Nearly new and used books, music and movies will be sold with prices ranging from 50 cents to $5. Proceeds from the sale will go towards programs and services that support the library. $5 bag (provided) sale on final day. Cash or check only.
Dangers
of E-Cigarettes and Vaping
TUES., SEPT. 10 • 6-7 PM
Learn about the new vaping products, harm to the body from vaping and how the tobacco companies are targeting our youth.
Bingo
FRI., SEPT. 13 • 11 AM-NOON
Needle Arts Group
TUES., SEPT. 17 • 3-4:30 PM
Bring your project and join us for a casual drop-in session with fellow needle crafters.
Adults
Zumba Gold: Dancing to the Oldies!
TUES., SEPT. 3, 10, 17 & 24 • 10-11 AM
The classes are tailored to our senior population, but all adults are welcome.
Writers’ Group
TUES., SEPT. 3 & 17 • 6:30-8:30 PM
Share your work and give feedback in this group for writers of all genres! New members welcome!
DIY Jewelry Tray*
TUES., SEPT. 3 • 7-8 PM
Cincinnati Bengals History*
WED., SEPT. 4 • 3-4 PM
Speaker Gary Crouch, historian, educator, and freelance writer, will discuss the Bengals, covering Paul Brown, championship seasons, great players, the earlier Cincinnati pro football teams and much more.
GED
Prep*
WEDNESDAYS • 4-7 PM
MONDAYS • 4-7 PM
Call 859.442.1166 to register.
BOOKCLUB: Bookies Book Club: “The Maid”
WED., SEPT. 4 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Read and discuss “The Maid” by Nita Prose.
Device Advice Thursdays
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. First come, first served. Sessions are limited to 15 minutes when others are waiting.
Legal and Financial Planning*
THURS., SEPT. 5 • 6-7 PM
If you or someone you know is affected by Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, the time for legal, estate, Medicaid and financial planning is now. Join us to learn about important legal and financial issues you may face and how to implement plans.
Garden Club: How to Become a Master Gardener*
THURS., SEPT. 5 • 6-7 PM
Sew What! Bowl Cozies
THURS., SEPT. 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 6-8 PM
Come sew together some cute bowl cozies!
BOOKCLUB: Silent Book Club
THURS., SEPT. 5 • 7:30-8:30 PM
Senior Social and Games
FRI., SEPT. 6 & 20 • 10:30-11:30 AM
Join us for coffee, donuts, games, and conversation! This event offers a chance to learn about what others are doing and engage with your community.
Concert - Ted Vigil: A Tribute to John Denver*
SAT., SEPT. 14 • 6:30-8 PM
Doors to auditorium open at 5:45 pm. Individuals not in attendance by 6:30 pm may forfeit their registrations.
CPR Skills Training*
SUN., SEPT. 8 • 2-4 PM
Participants will be guided through the American Heart Association’s Friends and Family CPR course, which teaches the lifesaving skills of adult Hands-only CPR, Adult CPR with breaths, child CPR with breaths and more.
Lunch and Learn: Cincinnati’s German Heritage*
MON., SEPT. 9 • NOON-1 PM
Learn how the German population established their own city within Cincinnati, reconstructing the culture of their homeland. Snappy Tomato Pizza will be provided to those registered.
DIY Bookmarks*
TUES., SEPT.10 • 7-8 PM
Craft Club: Bead Tree*
WED., SEPT. 11 • 1:30-3:30 PM
THURS., SEPT. 12 • 6-8 PM
For ages 16 and older.
Erlanger E PROGRAMS
Cool Hand Ukes
WED., SEPT. 11 • 6-8 PM
Jam with this open group of ukulele players, or just come and listen!
Be Healthy. Be Active.
FRI., SEPT. 13 • 1-2 PM
Learn how to incorporate simple changes into your daily life to become healthier. Stretching and functional exercises follow the discussion.
Organizing Your Computer*
MON., SEPT. 16 • 6:30-8 PM
Learn file management, desktop optimization, software upkeep and cloud storage.
Needle Arts Group
TUES., SEPT. 17 • 3-4:30 PM
Bring your project and join us for a casual drop-in session with fellow needle crafters.
Cricut 101*
TUES., SEPT. 17 • 7-8 PM
Learn about the Cricut machine
New Age of Aging*
WED., SEPT. 18 • 6-7 PM
We will explore the negative stereotypes commonly associated with aging.
On the Menu: Introduction to Craft Beer*
WED., SEPT. 18 • 6-7 PM
In this engaging presentation, you’ll unlock the secrets behind your favorite brews. Learn to identify the essential ingredients that make beer truly exceptional. Presentation only, no sampling. Snappy Tomato Pizza will be provided to those registered.
Movie Matinee: “A Man Called Otto”
THURS., SEPT. 19 • 2-4 PM 2022, PG 13, 2h6m
Dance Fitness*
THURS., SEPT. 19 • 7-8 PM
Great for any level of fitness.
Lunch and Learn: Gravestone Symbolism*
MON., SEPT. 23 • NOON-1 PM
This fascinating and sometimes humorous look at American Gravestones and their
symbols will expose hidden meanings. Snappy Tomato Pizza will be provided to those registered.
Paint by Number*
TUES., SEPT. 24 • 7-8 PM
BOOKCLUB: Book to Art Club — “Apples Never Fall”*
THURS., SEPT. 26 • 6:30-8:30 PM
Read a book before the meeting, then create an art project inspired by the book while discussing what we’ve read.
Community Shred Event
SAT., SEPT. 28 • 10 AM-NOON
Join us to have your unneeded confidential documents destroyed by Shred-It. Patrons may bring up to two banker’s box size (15”x12”x10”) boxes of papers to shred.
Teens
Teen Pop
WEDNESDAYS • 3:30-4:30 PM
Pop in for different activities each week and after-school snacks.
Teens Create
THURSDAYS • 4-5 PM
Enjoy a different craft each week.
CPR Skills Training*
SUNDAY, SEPT. 8 • 2-4 PM See Adults.
Teen Study Hour
THURS., SEPT. 12 & 26 • 4-5 PM
Study in a quiet environment and get your homework done, prep for an exam, or get caught up on your reading for school.
Fandom Party: Video Games
TUES., SEPT. 17 • 6-7 PM
Test your knowledge with trivia, make a craft, eat a snack, and hang out with other fans.
Dance Fitness*
THURS., SEPT. 19 • 7-8 PM
Great for any level of fitness.
All About Snakes!*
TUES., SEPT. 24 • 5-6 PM
Dino Buddies will bring a variety of snake species, as well as snake sheds and skeletons.
Kids
Wild Wednesdays
AGES 5-12
WEDNESDAYS • 7-8 PM
Make a mix of fun (games, crafts, messy play) for school-age kiddos.
Throwback Storytime: “Saved by the Bell”
AGES 3-8
THURS., SEPT. 5 • 3-4:30 PM
Hop into the library time machine back to the year 1989!
Puppy Tales
AGES 5-12
THURS., SEPT. 5 • 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. First-come, first-served upon arrival.
Baby Storytime: Fall Fun!
UP TO AGE 2 W/A CAREGIVER SAT., SEPT. 7 • 10-11 AM
Grandparents Day Celebration*
UP TO AGE 12
SUN., SEPT. 8 • 2:30-3:30 PM
Celebrate your grandparent with cookies, crafts, games and more!
Smokey Bear Scavenger Hunt
AGES 3-12
MON., SEPT. 9 - SAT., SEPT. 28
Hunt through the Children’s Department and help Smokey the Bear put out forest fires for a prize.
Homeschool Learning Loop*
AGES 5-12
TUES., SEPT. 10 & 24 • 1:30-2:30 PM
Homeschooling families are invited to join us for an interactive, hands-on class.
Art Explorers
AGES 3-8
TUES., SEPT. 10 • 1:30-3:30 PM
Learn about Paul Klee in this interactive, drop-in art program. Discover different styles and media as you make your own masterpieces inspired by this master.
Cincinnati Museum Center: Wild About Animals*
AGES 3-5
THURS., SEPT. 12 • 12:30-2:30 PM
Take an imaginary safari across Africa and look through binoculars to see zebras, lions and more. This is a hands-on Exploration Station.
Craft Mart: Pencil Bags
AGES 5-12
THURS., SEPT. 12 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Make a pencil bag but with a twist! You’ll be given a budget (of funny money) to buy all your crafting materials from our ‘craft mart.’
Saturday Family Storytime
UP TO AGE 8 W/A CAREGIVER
SAT., SEPT. 14 & 28 • 11 AM-NOON
Start your weekend with stories, songs and play!
Fall Sensory Play
UP TO AGE 8 W/A CAREGIVER
WED., SEPT. 18 • 3-4:30 PM
Drop in for activities and messy play to engage little hands.
SEPTEMBER
ONLINE EVENTS
Library Reading Challenge
SUN., SEPT.1 - MON., SEPT. 30
Checkout 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.
Intro to Ancestry Library Edition*
FRI., SEPT. 13 • 1-2 PM
Learn about Ancestry Library Edition and its resources for family research! While everyone is welcome, this presentation is designed for those new to genealogy research.
Record Breakers
AGES 5-12
THURS., SEPT. 19 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Try breaking silly world records in this fastpaced, hands-on program!
All About Snakes!*
AGES 9-12
TUES., SEPT. 24 • 5-6 PM
Dino Buddies will bring a variety of snake species, as well as snake sheds, and skeletons.
Craft Me a Story: Pets!
AGES 5-12
THURS., SEPT. 26 • 6:30-7:30 PM
Enjoy books, songs and jokes, then make a cool art project!
Playart: Teddy Bear Campout
UP TO AGE 5
FRI., SEPT. 27 • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Bring your favorite stuffed friend to our camp-y storytime. After storytime, play with your stuffy and then leave them to have an overnight adventure at the library. Your stuffed friend can be picked up after Saturday at 11 am.
Smokey Bear Visits!
AGES 3-8
SAT., SEPT. 28 • 11:30 AM-NOON
Join Smokey the Bear to learn essential fire safety tips during a brief talk and a storytelling session featuring Smokey the Bear’s adventures.
Music and Movement Storytime
UP TO AGE 5 W/A CAREGIVER
MONDAYS • 11:30 AM-NOON
Baby Storytime
UP TO AGE 2 W/A CAREGIVER
TUESDAYS • 9:30-10:30 AM
WEDNESDAYS • 10-11 AM
FRIDAYS • 9:30-10:30 AM
Toddler Storytime
AGES 2-3 YEARS W/A CAREGIVER
MONDAYS • 10 AM-11 AM
TUESDAYS • 11 AM-NOON
WEDNESDAYS • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Preschool Storytime
AGES 3-5 W/A CAREGIVER
THURSDAYS • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Family Storytime
UP TO AGE 6 W/A CAREGIVER
THURSDAYS • 10-11 AM
Playart
AGES 2-5 YEARS W/A CAREGIVER FRIDAYS • 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Dolly Parton Imagination Library
Now Available in Kenton County
This summer First Lady of Kentucky Britainy Beshear visited the Kenton County Public Library to announce the launch of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in Kenton County. Children in Kenton County up to age 5 are invited to sign up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to receive a FREE, age-appropriate book once per month. Books are mailed directly to your home to keep. Learn more and register at https://www.kentonlibrary.org/ imaginationlibrary/.
Independence I
Everyone
Chess Club
WEDNESDAYS • 4:30-6 PM
Each meeting consists of chess play and enlightening lessons from a certified chess instructor.
Family Movie Matinee
SAT., SEPT. 7 • 2-4 PM
Popcorn and drinks while supplies last.
Goat Yoga*
SUN., SEPT. 8 • 10-11 AM
Join us for this unique experience where we practice yoga with goats with Yogoat Cincy! Please bring a yoga mat or towel for yoga practice and readiness to interact with goats.
Art Supply Free Store
WED., SEPT.18 • 4-6 PM
Pick up some of our gently used materials and supplies at no cost!
Adults
Zumba Gold
MONDAYS • 10-11AM
Dance to some of your favorite songs. Classes tailored to the senior population, but all adults are welcome.
Dungeons and Dragons
TUES., SEPT. 3 & 17 • 6-8:30 PM
Experience the thrill of the popular tabletop role-playing fantasy game.
Tai Chi
FRI., SEPT. 6 & 20 • 10:30-11:30 AM
Make It with Jackie!
SUN., SEPT. 8 • 2-4PM
WED., SEPT. 11 • 6-8PM
Make personalized greeting cards.
Early Bird Bingo
TUES., SEPT. 10 • 10 AM-NOON
Library Paint Night
THURS., SEPT. 12 • 6-8 PM
Learn to create a beautiful painting with step-by-step directions.
Movie Night
TUES., SEPT. 17 • 6-8 PM
Everything You Need to Know About Estate Planning and Elder Law*
SAT., SEPT. 21 • 11 AM-2 PM
Join us for lunch and discuss how Elder Law prepares adults for financial freedom and autonomy, protecting them through proper Estate Planning, Long-Term Care (LTC) Planning, Medicaid Planning, and Special Needs Trusts. Presented by: Paul Boggs & Bryan Bishop of JSB Attorneys. Sponsored by COVE Federal Credit Union
Jackie’s Craft Club*
MON., SEPT. 23 • 1-3 PM
Work on a diamond painting project.
BOOKCLUB: Adult Book Discussion*
TUES., SEPT. 24 • 7-8:30 PM “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Kimmerer. Pick up a copy of the book at the circulation desk.
Teens
Sticker Club
TUES., SEPT. 3 • 4-5 PM
Collect all our KCPL-created stickers! New designs will be available in the teen area starting at 4 pm on the first Tuesday of the month (while supplies last).
Teen Homeschool Afternoon
THURS., SEPT. 5 • 1-2 PM
Library Teen Cafe
TUES., SEPT. 10 • 6-8 PM
Crafts! Games! Snacks! Or just come hang out with your friends in a nonschool space!
Anime Club
FRI., SEPT. 20 • 6-8 PM
Come meet with other anime fans for shows, pizza, and fun!
High
School After Hours
FRI., SEPT. 27 • 7-9 PM
You asked for it — an after-hours library event just for 9-12 graders! We’ll have video games, pizza, and manhunt/ hide & seek.
Kids
Pokémon & Pizza*
AGES 5-12
TUES., SEPT. 3 • 6-8 PM
Bring your cards and enjoy the show! Pizza and drinks will be provided!
¡Cuéntame un Cuento! / Spanish Storytime
THURS., SEPT. 5 • 6:30-7PM
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.
Open Play!
UP TO AGE 8 W/A CAREGIVER FRI., SEPT. 6 & 27 • 10 AM-2 PM
Jump in the bounce house, climb through the tunnel, and soar onto the crash pad from the trampoline!
Colorful Diffuser Aromatherapy Bracelets & Coloring*
AGES 5-12
SUN., SEPT. 8 • 2:30-3:30 PM
Learn about aromatherapy’s benefits and make personalized diffuser bracelets.
INDEPENDENCE
Storytimes
Music and Motion with the 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!
Scamper Squad
AGES 3-6
TUESDAYS • 10:30-11 AM
Open to the first 30 children in attendance.
Baby Storytime
UP TO 24 MONTHS W/A CAREGIVER
WEDNESDAYS • 10-10:45 AM
Join us for stories, songs, movements, and rhymes followed by a short period of open play and exploration.
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 exploration.
Playart
AGES 3-6 W/A CAREGIVER
THURSDAYS • 10:30-11 AM
Listen to a story, make a craft and enjoy a sensory activity inspired by the book.
Join us for our third annual action-packed career day for kids!
When I Grow Up: Career Fair for Children
AGES 3-12
SAT., SEPT. 14 • 1-3 PM
Talk to some of our community heroes, shake hands with Spiderman, touch a fire truck, and ignite your imagination through costumes and imaginative play! Representatives from different organizations will be onsite to perform demonstrations, hand out goodies, and answer questions. The lineup includes Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, The Kenton County Police Department, Lunken Flight Training Center, Kenton County Parks and Recreation, an architect, Spiderman and many more!
Down the Rabbit Hole: A Reading Experience with Rabbits*
AGES 3-12
TUES., SEPT. 17 • 6-8 PM
SUN., SEPT. 22 • 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! Sessions will be a total of 15 minutes.
Smokey Bear Visits the Library!
AGES 3-8
SAT., SEPT. 28 • 1-1:30 PM
Only you can prevent forest fires! Join Smokey the Bear to learn essential fire safety tips during a brief talk and a storytelling session featuring Smokey the Bear’s adventures.
Pinecone
Bird Feeders*
AGES 5-12
SUN., SEPT. 29 • 2:30- 3:30 PM
Celebrating the start of autumn by making peanut butter pinecone bird feeders!
Career & Job Services
COVINGTON BRANCH
Elevator Pitch Power Plan
THURS., SEPT. 5 • 2-3:30 PM
Learn how to present your professional experience, accomplishments and job search goals succinctly and persuasively.
Research Strategies for the Job Seeker
MONDAY, SEPT. 9 • 2-3:30 PM
If you’ve ever felt like you needed a refresh on how to conduct research or don’t know where to start in gathering information for your job search, join us for a class focused entirely on different areas of research.
Content Planning 101 for Social Media Marketing
THURS., SEPT. 12 • 2-3 PM
Learn about the 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.
Improve the Efficiency of Your Business with ChatGPT
TUES., SEPT. 17 • 2-3 PM
Artificial intelligence is here to stay. Learn how to use ChatGPT wisely and safely to improve the efficiency of your business.
WIOA Eligibility
Information Hour
FRI., SEPT. 27 • 2-3 PM
Want to get your Lean Six Sigma Black Belt? Or maybe your SHRM certification? Even a CDL license? Considering going back to school? If you are a dislocated worker receiving unemployment insurance or public assistance, you might be able to do that without taking money out of your own pocket.
ERLANGER BRANCH
Interviewing Skills Workshop
TUES., SEPT. 3 • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Put your best foot forward and learn how to prepare for interviews today. We will discuss one-on-one, panel, virtual and lunch/dinner-type interviews.
Basic Excel
TUES., SEPT. 3 • 6:30-8 PM
Learn how to make a budget using Excel. You will learn how to navigate within a spreadsheet, utilize the basic features of Excel, and work with basic formulas.
Northern Kentucky Accountability Group
WEDNESDAYS • 9:15-11:30 AM
NKYAG is a job search support group for professionals in career transition or anyone interested in changing careers. Features motivational speakers, networking opportunities, job search leads and connections to community partners.
Build Your LinkedIn Profile Series
WED., SEPT. 4, 11, 18 & 25 • 1-2:30 PM
Build your LinkedIn profile and learn how to use this powerful site for a successful job hunt.
Starting Your Own Consulting Business
MON., SEPT. 9 • 6-8 PM
Join us for an in-depth discussion of everything you need to consider before launching out on your own, covering self-reflection, business goals and legal issues you may encounter. Meet with a representative from S.C.O.R.E. after to help you create a potential business plan at KCPL.
Toastmasters
MON., SEPT. 9, 23 & 30 • 6:45-8:30 PM
Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. There’s no pressure to participate until you are ready and comfortable.
The Fundamentals of Networking
TUES., SEPT. 10 • 9 AM-NOON
Networking is the number one way for professionals to find new jobs and help grow their careers. Learn networking fundamentals and organization.
How To Improve Your Efficiency with ChatGPT
WED., SEPT. 11 • 7-8:30 PM
Learn how to use ChatGPT wisely and safely to improve your efficiency.
Transferable Skills Workshop
THURS., SEPT. 12 • 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.
Create a Marketing Plan for Your Job Search
MON., SEPT. 16 • 10-11:30 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 some real samples and resources to build a target company section.
Getting Started: Begin Your Career Transition with Us
TUES., SEPT. 17 • 10 AM-NOON MON., SEPT. 30 • 6-8 PM
Join us for an orientation on getting started with your job search.
Lean Six Sigma White Belt through Breakthrough Performance
THURS., SEPT. 19 • 9 AM-1 PM
Individuals will learn about Lean Six Sigma, how it was developed, and the tools it uses to streamline and improve results in production and service industries.
The Fine Art of Job Search Correspondence
THURS., SEPT. 19 • 6-7:30 PM
Learn how to compose and write effective job-hunting emails, cover letters and PAIN letters to get noticed in your job search.
Resumé Basics for Today
TUES., SEPT. 24 • 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 and more.
Mastering the Art of Informational Meetings
FRI., SEPT. 27 • 10-11 AM
If you are unsure of your next career move, discover how to set up professional meetings to explore future career options with people already working in those fields. Learn how to research potential pathways, questions to ask in meetings and techniques for follow-up.
Use Data Axle to Build a Target Company List for Your Job Search
MON., SEPT. 30 • 10-11:30 AM
Learn how to use the library’s #1 business database to build a list of prospects for your job search. Leave the class with a preliminary list of company prospects.
ONLINE
Creating
a
Federal Resumé
THURS., SEPT. 5 • 10 AM-NOON
Learn how to prepare a resumé to apply for Federal jobs and use USA Jobs, the government’s website.
Improve Your Resumé with Practical Strategies
FRI., SEPT. 6 • 2-3 PM
Learn four strategies to improve your resumé and make your resumé more attractive to hiring managers.
Managing ATS Workshop
FRI., SEPT. 13 • 10 AM-NOON
Learn to navigate 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.
Power Your Job Search with Google Tools
MON., SEPT. 16 • 6-7 PM
Learn to use Google tools to discover relevant job opportunities, track the progress of job applications, and create a basic resumé and more.
Using Personality Assessments in Job & Career Transition
FRI., SEPT. 20 • 10:30 AM-NOON
Learn how to utilize Cloverleaf, a free software, to analyze your personality, strengths and culture preferences as you pursue a job or career change.
Core Skills Workshop
WED., SEPT. 25 • 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.
Ace Your Next Job Interview
THURS., SEPT. 26 • 2-3 PM
This workshop can help you feel more confident, prepare to communicate clearly and present your best self to a potential employer.
FEATURED GENRE: GET CREATIVE!
ADULTS
“Cheap Chic” by Caterine Milinaire
“Building with Secondhand Stuff” by Chris Peterson,
“Preserving and Canning for Beginners” by Editors of the Harvard Common Press
“Flea Market Chic” by Liz Bauwens & Alexandra Campbell
YOUNG ADULTS
“10 Great Makerspace Projects Using Art” by Adam Furgang
CHILDREN
“Earth-Friendly Tech Crafts” by Veronica Thompson
“Recycle and Remake” by DK
“Upcycled Gifts and Gadgets” by Anastasia Suen
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
MON-THU 9am-9pm FRI 9am-6pm
859.962.4000
