Library News for September
Check out all the awesome activities and classes being offered at the Kenton County Public Libraries during September! Lots of classes for all ages. You can also print out their calendar off their website each month or pick one up in any Library location.
Covington branch – 502 Scott Blvd, Covington, 962-4060
For Everyone
Yarn Bomb the Covington Library!
September 1 – October 12
We will be yarn bombing, form of street art, where colorful yarn is displayed in a public space, the Covington Branch this October to celebrate the 1-year anniversary of our renovation, and we’d like you to help us.
Outside the Lines: Harvest of the Mind
September 14 – September 21
Join us for a weeklong celebration of reading in our community.
Photography by the Book Photo Contest
September 14 – September 21
Submit your best READING inspired photos into the Library’s Photo Contest. Visit kentonlibrary.org for details or stop by a branch for details and entry form
Banned Books Week
September 21 – September 27
The Library challenges you to read as many banned books this week as possible. Enter our drawing for gift cards to local Covington businesses.
Adults
Job Search One-on-One *
Thursday, September 4, 1:00 pm-3:00 pm and Monday, September 15, 1:00 pm-3 pm
Need extra help tweaking your resume or conducting your job search? Meet in a small group setting for more personalized attention from an expert staff member.
Books On Tap
Thursday, September 4, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
The first installment of our new books and beer social club, Books On Tap brings the book club out of the library, and into community. Books are available for pickup at the Covington Library or at Molly Malone’s in Covington. This month: “The Rum Diary”
Covington Writers Group
Saturdays, September 6 & 20, 11:00 am-1:00 pm
Share your work and learn from other local writers.
Interviewing Skills Workshop *
Thursday, September 11, 1:30 pm-3:00 pm
Local Workforce Development professional will help you to prepare for successful job interviews and to make an excellent first impression with employers.
Meeting Donald Goines
Sunday, September 14, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Donald Goines invented the urban fiction genre. Meet Robert Alan Glover, nephew of Donald Goines who invented the urban fiction genre. Glover will share stories about Donnie and read previously unpublished prose and essays by DGoines.
The Comic X-Change
Tuesday, September 16, 7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Bring a favorite graphic novel to this book discussion and enjoy a lively round table about favorite books, authors and artists.
Author Event: An Evening with Stacey Roberts
Thursday, September 18, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Local author Stacey Roberts will be at the Covington Library to talk about his humorous memoir, “Trailer Trash with a Girl’s Name.”
LinkedIn for Future Job Hunters *
Tuesday, September 23, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm
Learn how to use LinkedIn, specifically to develop a list of contacts to use in future or current job hunts. Get started on building your personal profile.
Taste of Kenton County Fundraising Event *
Friday, September 26, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Enjoy samples from at least a dozen Kenton County restaurants (while supplies last), a silent auction and split the pot. Advance tickets, $25 at www.kentonlibrary.org or at any circ desk. Interested in providing your restaurant’s cuisine or providing a silent auction item? Call Gina at 578-3609.
Playhouse in the Park presents: Roses & Thorns (A Tale of Beauty & The Beast)
Saturday, September 27, 2:30 pm-4:00 pm
Based on the 18th century version of the story – long before Disney – this retelling embraces slapstick comedy to show how true beauty if more than skin deep. Q&A with actors, for children, will follow!
Congenealogy (Covington)
Monday, September 29, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm
Diane Mallstrom, Librarian with the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, will discuss the Inland Rivers Library.
Target Your Resume *
Tuesday, September 30, 1:30 pm-3:00 pm
Learn the easiest and best ways to get started on your foremost marketing tool.
Teens
Write On!
Grades: 6 – 12
Sunday, September 7, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm
Join us for our teen writer’s club and hone your writing skills.
VolunTeens
Grades: 6 – 12
Saturday, September 13, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm
Find out more about our volunteer program especially for teens.
Book Spine Bracelets
Grades: 6 – 12
Monday, September 15, 4:00 pm-5:00 pm
Create a unique bracelet by upcycling an old book.
Children
Unraveled Jr. *
Grades: K – 5
Wednesday, September 2, 4:00 pm-5:00 pm
Learn how to knit, crochet, or loom just in time to yarn bomb the library! Supplies will be provided.
Puppy Tales
Ages: 5 – 12
Grades: Kindergarten – 6
Sunday, September 7, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Come read to a real dog, earn a certificate and enter a raffle to win your own toy reading companion. Drawings are held twice a year in June and December.
Haunt Your Library Writing Contest
Grades: 1 – 6
September 8 – October 10
Enter an original poem or tale in the Library’s 12th annual spooky writing contest. Deadline for entries is October 10. Limit of 700 words. Winners will be announced and awarded prizes on October 17. Winning stories will be featured in the Community Press paper. Submit entries to the Covington Children’s Department or email a Word document to writingcontest@kentonlibrary.org. Entries must include child’s name, age, address, phone, email address, school and grade level. If possible, include a photo.
Library Playgroup
Ages: 0 – 4
Parent Required
Saturday, September 13, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Meet up with area parents while the children play! We’ll meet in the Children’s Activity Room and weather permitting, the children’s outdoor play area. The library provides toys and books, coffee for parents and a small snack for the children.
Homespun: A Taste of Honey
Grades: K – 6
Monday, September 15, 1:30 pm-2:30 pm
It’s National Honey Month. Learn about the importance of bees, make a beeswax candle, and sample different kinds of honey.
Lego Lab
Grades: K – 5
Thursday, September 18, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm
We provide the Legos – your provide the engineering skills and creativity. We can build it!
Tween Underground *
Grades: 4 – 6
Thursday, September 25, 6:30 pm-7:30 pm & Tuesday, September 30, 6:00-7:00
Join us for fun, games, and to tell us what you want to see and do around the library. Free pizza!
Computer
First Time Computer Users *
Tuesday, September 2, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
If you have never turned on the computer then this is the place for you.
Microsoft Word Part 1 *
Thursday, September 4, 10:00 am-12:00 pm Microsoft Word Part 2
Thursday, September 11, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Coders and Programming Workspace *
Thursdays, September 4 & 25, 6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Meet twice a month to network, ask for help, and work on projects. In this meeting we will vote on a MOOC or course to take as a group and learn together.
Exploring the Internet Part 1 *
Tuesday, September 9, 10:00 am-12:00 pm Exploring the Internet Part 2
Tuesday, September 16, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Email *
Wednesday, September 10, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Microsoft PowerPoint Part 1*
Thursday, September 18, 10:00 am-12:00 pm Microsoft PowerPoint Part 2*
Thursday, September 25, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Basic Microsoft Excel*
Tuesday, September 23, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Intermediate Microsoft Excel*
Tuesday, September 30, 10:00 am-12:00 pm.
Erlanger Branch, 401 Kenton Lands Road (859) 962-4060
(859) 962-4060
Everyone
Storytelling Performance
Saturday, September 13, 3:00 pm-4:00 pm
Everyone is invited this entertaining story telling program of tales told by a master storyteller.
Adults
Square Dancing for Beginners
Tuesday, September 2 and September 16, 7:00 pm
Learn the basics with a caller from the Southwest OH/Northern KY Square Dancers Federation.
Job Research Skills
Thursday, September 4, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm
Learn to navigate the job market by finding companies hiring in your industry, secrets to identifying company contacts and where to find the information you need to excel in job interviews. Registration required.
Storyteller: Mark Twain *
Friday, September 5, 7:00 pm
Join us for an entertaining and humorous evening of storytelling, as renowned impersonator Stephen Hollen brings to life the legendary humorist and writer, Mark Twain.
Beginner Yoga
Tuesday, September 9, 7:00 pm
Join us for a free beginner session that will stretch and strengthen your body as well as calm your mind. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel.
True Crime Series (Register)
- Jack The Ripper – Thursday, September 11, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Join local true crime historian, JT Townsend as he gives a presentation on one of history’s most notorious serial killers, Jack the Ripper. - The Cincinnati Strangler – Thursday, September 18, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Explore the history and mystery of The Cincinnati Strangler with JT Townsend. - Crime Scene Investigation 101 – Thursday, September 25, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
In the third installment of our True Crime Series, NKU professor Dr. Gregory Dahlem presents the fascinating world of forensic science as it applied to crime scene investigation.
Active For Life!
Tuesday, September 16, 23 & 30 & Thursday, September 18 & 25, 9:30 am-10:30 am
Increase your strength, flexibility, energy level, and overall health in this biweekly exercise program of older adults.
Lunch and Learn: Festivals of Cincy and Northern KY *
Wednesday, September 17, 12:00 pm
Join local author, Cheri Brinkman, as she takes you through the history of the area’s robust tradition of festivals, detailing the heritage and cuisine celebrations of Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky.
Library Live: Stuck in 60’s
Friday, September 19, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
Enjoy a concert of acoustic renditions of classics from the golden age of rock and roll from the 50’s through the 70’s, with local duo, Stuck in the 60’s.
Social Security Strategies
Tuesday, September 23, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Learn about different claiming strategies to maximize the effectiveness of your Social Security benefits.
Senior Movie Day
Wednesday, September 24, 1:00 pm-2:00 pm
Watch and discuss, The Odd Couple. Cosponsored by Madonna Manor.
Teens
Teen Lounge
Grades: 6 – 12
Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:30 pm-6:00 pm
Hang out after school with friends, food, games, and more!
Teen Storytime
Grades: 6 – 12
Monday, September 8, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Celebrate International Literacy Day with friends. Listen to live readings of stories by authors like Neil Gaiman, Ellen Hopkins, and the Grimm Brothers’ Fairy Tales.
Storytelling Workshop *
Ages: 8 – 17
Saturday, September 13, 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Two hour workshop on learning the basic skills of storytelling with a master storyteller to be announced. Lunch included.
STEAM Explorers *
Grades: 6 – 12
Thursday, September 25, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Explore basic electronics and robotics by making, customizing, and racing your very own Brushbot! All supplies provided for free.
Pokemon Club
Grades: 6 – 12
Monday, September 29, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Join other Pokémon Fans in friendly competitions! Bring your trading cards, GBA, Nintendo DS or 3DS.
Children
Family Fun Night @ The Library
Mondays, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Each week experience something different. We’ll have fun playing games, participating in story time, watching movies and doing crafts/activities.
Donuts and a Storytime with Grandma and Grandpa *
Ages: 2 – 10
Saturday, September 6, 10:00 am-11:00 am
The library is celebrating grandparents with a story, donuts and a craft.
Waffles!!
Ages: 6 – 12
Thursday, September 4, 7:00 pm
Celebrate National Waffle Week! We’ll share fun stories and have some waffles!
Reading Buddies
Ages: 2 – 12
Mondays, September 8, 15 & 29, 4:30 pm-6:00 pm & Saturday, September 27 12-2 pm
Enjoy reading with our adult Reading Buddy volunteers, and have some pizza and a prize, too.
Homeschool web resources class *
Ages: 8 – 12
Grades: 2 – 6
Tuesday, September 9, 1:00 pm-2:30 pm
Start the new school year off right by learning about the resources that are available on the Library website for both homeschooling students and teachers.
Lego Club
Ages: 5 – 12
Thursdays, September 18 & 25, 4:00 pm-5:00 pm
Bring your imagination and challenge yourself in this Lego club. We will work on both individual and team creations.
Rhythm & Rhyme: Sensory Storytime *
Ages: 2 – 6
Parent Required
Saturday, September 20, 11:00 am
This is an interactive and educational program that is especially designed for children with sensory integration challenges. It combines activities to stimulate the senses and promote learning. If your child has difficulty sitting through one of the library’s other storytimes, this inclusive program of stories, songs and activities may be a better fit for him or her.
Puppy Tales *
Grades: 1 – 6
Parent Required
Sunday, September 21, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Studies have shown that reading to dogs improves children’s reading skills. Each child will receive a certificate with a photo of themselves with the dog they read to. We will supply the dogs, you bring the children!
Junior Detective Club
Ages: 9 – 12
Tuesday, September 23, 4:00 pm-5:00 pm
The club meets once a month to do fun detective activities, discuss detective book series and learn about the skills needed to be a great detective.
Global Cardboard Challenge!
Ages: 6 – 12
Thursday, September 25, 7:00 pm
Join the Global Cardboard Challenge! With just a few simple tools and lots of cardboard, we’ll see what we can create!
Teddy Bear Picnic *
Ages: 2 – 7
Parent Required
Tuesday, September 30, 4:00 pm
Grab your favorite teddy bear for a Teddy Bear Picnic!
Computer
iPad Tips & Tricks
Tuesday, September 16, 6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Prerequisite for class: iPad must be updated to the iOS7 operating system.
Adobe Photoshop Basics
Wednesday, September 17, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
GarageBand Basics
Thursday, September 25, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Learn the basics of this popular audio recording and editing software!
Vacation Planning Online!
Saturday, September 27, 1:00 pm-2:30 pm
Learn how to save money and what websites to use when planning your next vacation!
William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road, Independence (859) 962-4030(859) 962-4030
Adults
Diabetes Self-Management Education *
Tuesdays, September 2, 9 5:30 pm-8:30 pm
The Northern Kentucky Health Department will present a free 3-part series on how to manage your diabetes. Topics include what IS diabetes, what are my food choices, medications and much more. Register by calling 363-2115 or 363-2116.
One on One Genealogy Assistance *
Wednesday, September 3, 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Get help with genealogy resources such as Ancestry Library Edition, FamilySearch.org, Heritage Quest, etc. Classes are geared toward beginner and intermediate researchers.
Diabetes Meet-Up
Wednesday, September 3, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm
Join the Northern Kentucky Health Department for tips & resources. Tonight’s topic: Testing in Pairs and More with Diane Davidson from NovoNordisk.
Zumba Gold *
Monday, September 8 & Wednesdays, September 10, 17 & 24, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Perfect for anyone who is just starting an exercise program or if you think you have No Rhythm!
Lunch and Learn For Seniors: Exporting Raymond *
Monday, September 15, 12:00 pm-2:00 pm
Enjoy lunch while learning about topics of interest to seniors.
Barn Quilts!
Saturday, September 20, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Learn the history of the National Barn Quilt Trail.
Northern Kentucky in the Civil War
Thursday, September 25, 7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Join archaeologist and president of the JARCWM board to learn about Northern Kentucky and its part in the Civil War.
Civil War: Living History *
Parent Required
September 26 – September 28
Observe the sixth Ohio Volunteer Infantry as they recreate an infantry company of the Civil War. Activities will include camp life, company drill, firing demonstrations, cooking and interaction with the public. Register to camp overnight the evening of the 27th with the troops and enjoy a pig roast dinner! Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Additional crafts and activities provided during the day on the 27th.
Teens
Teen Crafternoon
Grades: 6 – 12
Tuesday, September 9, 3:00 pm-5:00 pm
Rainbow Loom! Stuffies! Jewelry! Papercrafts!
MultiFandom Friday
Grades: 6 – 12
Friday, September 19, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Supernatural! Sherlock! Divergent! All the rest! No matter what you love, come share your fandoms. Costumes appreciated but not required.
Maze Runner Party
Grades: 6 – 12
Tuesday, September 30, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Come celebrate with other fans at the library with all sorts of crafts, activities, and quizzes.
Children
Puppy Tales *
Ages: 5 – 12
Grades: K – 5
Tuesdays in September, 5:30 pm-6:45 pm
Read one-on-one to a dog who loves to hear stories.
Homeschooler’s Club: Let’s Get Moving!
Ages: 5 – 12
Wednesday, September 3, 10:30 am-11:30 am
Ian Smith from SkoolAid will use music to inspire dance & creativity, as well as, fun with fitness and physical activity.
Lego Time
Ages: 6 – 12
Thursday, September 11, 4:30 pm-5:30 pm
Enjoy an hour of Lego free play!
Creative Corner *
Ages: 7 – 12
Saturday, September 13, 1:00 pm-2:00 pm
Express creativity while learning the fundamentals of drawing, painting and other art mediums.
Chicken Rodeo *
Grades: preschool – 5
Parent Required
Saturday, September 20, 1:00 pm-2:00 pm
On your mark, get set, chase that chicken! It’s time for our 8th Annual Chicken Rodeo. New this year…for high action footage, some of the chickens will be equipt with Chicken Cams!
It’s Farmer Jason!
Grades: preschool – 5
Parent Required
Saturday, September 20, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm
Emmy Award winner, Farmer Jason performs his high energy songs of farm life and the wonders of nature.
Computer
Library Apps for Your iPad
Tuesday, September 23, 6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Learn how to use the library on your iPad.
Online Classes at the Kenton County Public Library
Please note: these are online classes that require an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Please provide your email when registering.
Magazines, Movies, and more on your iPad *
Wednesday, September 3, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
Learn how to use the library on your tablet or smartphone.
DemographicsNow for home buyers and movers *
Tuesday, September 30, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
Learn how to research potential neighborhoods, population growth, and your potential neighbors.
Make sure you call to confirm or to register for classes. Have fun! Let us know if you take any of these classes…we would love to hear all about them.
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