Purchase nearly-new and used books at the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Prices range from $0.25 to $4, and all proceeds benefit programs at your Kenton County Public Library. The sale is open during regular library hours, but ends 30 minutes prior to closing time.
Purchase nearly-new and used books at the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Prices range from $0.25 to $4, and all proceeds benefit programs at your Kenton County Public Library. The sale is open during regular library hours, but ends 30 minutes prior to closing time.
Teens are invited to share their knack for the written word with other area teenagers and receive feedback and constructive criticism. Every first and third Thursday of each month we will meet share our writing, talk about our favorite books, and offer reviews and critiques. All skill levels and writing styles accepted. This is a relaxed setting and there is no pressure! Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Chess players and "would-be" chess players are invited to come after school and enjoy this game of strategy. Learn the game, discover new strategies, get tips from long-time players and challenge others to games. Come in and get your game on! Chess materials provided. Questions? Call 962-4002 for teens or 962-4003 for children.
Join other manga, anime, and graphic novel fans to talk about your favorites, your least favorites, and what you're reading now. Check out otaku magazines from the U.S. and Japan, get suggestions for manga from your friends, and maybe win a prize! Meets the last Tuesday of the month.
Enjoy the company of friends, theater-style snacks, and great discussion at our monthly classic films program -- planned especially for seniors! On the final Wednesday of each month at 1pm, we show one of the best classic films from our library collection. This month, we'll watch and discuss "National Velvet" starring Elizabeth Taylor and Mickey Rooney. Cosponsored by Madonna Manor.
Learn how to prepare for an interview, how to make the best impression, and get your interviewing questions answered with an expert from Gateway Community & Technical College's Career Services office. Stick around until 5 p.m. for Teen Space!
Need a place to hang out? From Xbox 360 to Wii, Rock Band to Kinect, laptops, Magic and YuGiOh, and even board games - Teen Space has it all. This program meets every Monday & Wednesday from 4-6 PM.
Are you a Lego fan? Are you a Star Wars fan? Then this program is for you! Combine your love for Legos and for Star Wars and create some magic at the library. Limited to 40 children, ages 5 to 12 years old.
Weather permitting, we will enjoy some star gazing outside the Library building in this special event from 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. The Library will be closed, but everyone is invited to join Dr. Wesley Ryle, astronomer from Thomas More College, to learn about the summer sky and take a peek through the telescope. Rain cancels.
Enjoy classic Star Wars flicks with your family!
A New Hope will air at 11:30 a.m.
The Empire Strikes Back will air at 2:00 p.m.
Return of the Jedi will air at 6:30 p.m.
Popcorn provided; bring your own drinks, please.
We are blasting off to a galaxy far away with a Summer Reading Kick-Off: Jedi Style! There is something for everyone in this full day of events. Enjoy:
Movie screenings for all ages: A New Hope at 11:30 a.m., The Empire Strikes Back at 2:00 p.m. and Return of the Jedi at 6:30 p.m.
Free Pizza for all ages from Snappy Tomato Pizza at 6:30 p.m.
Star Wars Trivia for teens and adults from 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Costume Contest for all ages from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Make It Take It Craft for all ages from 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Special After Hours Star Gazing for all ages from 9:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Calling all Star Wars fans, ages 0-100 - now is your chance to show off that Jedi gear, or your Darth Vader mask, even your Yoda duds! It's going to be weird out there, but that's all part of the fun!
As you travel this summer, it doesn’t matter how near or how far, send a postcard from your destination to your home branch and we’ll display them in the library.
Mary Ann Mongan Library / Children's Department / 502 Scott Blvd / Covington, Ky 41011 // William E. Durr Library / Children's Department / 1992 Walton Nicholson / Independence, KY 41051 // Erlanger Library / Children's Department / 401 Kenton Lands Rd / Erlanger, KY 41018
Ages: 12 and under.
Location: Mary Ann Mongan Library, 502 Scott Boulevard, Covington Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road Location: Erlanger Branch, 401 Kenton Lands Road
Everyone is invited to witness the beauty of the Philippine Culture by listening to the bilingual stories. We will sing and dance using our traditional music from the Philippines. Best of all, we will share some Filipino dishes to everyone. Come join us to Celebrate Philippines Independence Day. Mabuhay!!!
Welcome to Rise N Shine! Wake up with me every Monday at 11:00 in the morning! Children ages 2-5 and their favorite adult are invited to listen to stories and rhymes. We will dance and color too. Limited to 40 children in attendance.
See if you are ready for the GED by taking the Official Practice Test. If you pass, you will receive the required forms to register for the GED Test. If you need preparation for the GED, we will provide guidance. Must be 16 years or older. Sixteen- to eighteen-year-olds must provide proof of withdrawal from the last school attended. GED preparation and pretesting are provided by Gateway Community and Technical College and funded through Kentucky Adult Education. For more information, call Gateway at (859)442-1618.
Quick guide Zinio: download complete magazines on your computer or iPad
Zinio is an online newstand made free to you by the Library. Learn how to view and download complete popular magazines on your PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android, Kindle Fire and Blackberry Playbook.
Sample titles:
Consumer Reports,
Dwell,
Bazaar,
Martha Stewart Living and Weddings,
Men's Fitness,
Parenting,
Outside,
Smart Money,
Us Weekly,
Vegetarian Times.
Please note: this is an online class and requires an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Please provide your email when registering.
Join us for biweekly sessions of the tabletop role-playing game Pathfinder. Previous experience is not needed. New participants should contact the Young Adult programmer by emailing eden.rassette@kentonlibrary.org in order to prepare a character.
Come dressed in your favorite PJs and bring along your favorite stuffed animal. Kids from ages 2-5 will enjoy stories, rhymes, and dancing. We'll color sometimes and make crafts other times.No registration required. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Do you like what you see at the library? Is there something you think the library should do but doesn't do right now? Make your voice heard! Discuss what programs or activities you'd like to see in your library or how to improve current programs. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Any and all teens are welcome to attend.
Children,ages 2-4, along with their favorite adults, are invited to listen to stories, dance and make a craft or color. Enjoy a new theme each week. Join Miss Theresa for a fun story time!
"Circus is Coming to Town". Experience the fun activities at the circus by listening to stories. We will make craft to take home. The program is open to children 5 to 8 years of age and it's limited to 40 children in attendance. No registration required.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
"The Many Deaths of the Firefly Brothers" by Thomas Mullen
Read the book and then join us for this monthly book discussion group! Books can be picked up at the reference desk up to four weeks prior to the discussion. This book discussion group, The Bookies, meets regularly on the first Wednesday of the month at 7pm. New participants are always welcome!
Preschool children are invited to join Miss Julie for stories, songs, rhymes, & fun. We will also make a craft to take home! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Goodreads Online: Find Books, Share Books, Love Books!
Do you want a place to keep track of the books you read? Are you interested in sharing your opinions and reviews of books and authors? Would you like to find out what people you know are reading and recommending? Join Readers’ Advisory Librarian Leigh K. Mauer for a tour and tutorial about using Goodreads.
Preschool children are invited to join Miss Julie for stories, songs, rhymes, & fun. We will also make a craft to take home! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Quick guide: How to borrow e-books for your Kindle, iPad, and iPhone
In this short online tutorial learn how to use Overdrive to download and borrow e-books for any of your Kindle devices or by downloading the Kindle app on your computer, phone, iPad, or iTouch. You'll get the basics in about 15 minutes and the instructor will stay online to answer any questions you may have.
Please note: this is an online class and requires an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Please provide your email when registering.
Support, critique, inside tips and techniques are but a few of the benefits of participation in this local writers' group. Writers of all genres and skill levels are welcome to join this group of writers for their meetings on the first and third Thursdays of each month. (Just show up! No need to bring anything to the first meeting.)
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Did you miss it in the theaters? Join us on the second Friday of each month as we watch and discuss one of the best independent, art house, specialty studio, or award-winning new releases -- one chosen to spark conversation! SPECIAL SHOWING: Rescheduled from May -- watch and discuss "Lincoln", starring Daniel Day-Lewis and Sally Field.
Join Nick James, the author of the young adult dystopian series "Skyship Academy" as he hosts a series of creative writing workshops for teens! if you're interested in writing, like to read, or want to meet an author then this is the day for you!
The workshop topics are as follows:
The 5 Senses in Writing: 2:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Attention-Grabbing, Page-Turning Fiction: 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Writing Conflict in Fiction: 4:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Revising & Editing-Why Should I?: 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m
Join Miss Julie for a princess party! We will read about princesses, make a craft fit for a princess and have princess fun! You can dress up or come as you are. Registration required.
Did you miss it in the theaters? Join us on the second Friday of each month as we watch and discuss one of the best independent, art house, specialty studio, or award-winning new releases -- one chosen to spark conversation! SPECIAL SHOWING: Rescheduled from May -- watch and discuss "Lincoln", starring Daniel Day-Lewis and Sally Field.
Join Nick James, the author of the young adult dystopian series "Skyship Academy" as he talks about becoming a writer, his created world of Skyship, and answers your questions. Get your books signed by the author after the presentation!
Join the author of the "Skyship Academy" series, Nick James, as he hosts a unique game of capture the flag based on his books: Skyship Tag! Take on the role of a Skyship Captain or a Pearlhound scout, scouring the library grounds for Pearls of energy to power skyships! Registration is required.
Join Nick James, the author of the young adult dystopian series "Skyship Academy" as he talks about becoming a writer, his created world of Skyship, and answers your questions. Get your books signed by the author after the presentation!
Welcome to Rise N Shine! Wake up with me every Monday at 11:00 in the morning! Children ages 2-5 and their favorite adult are invited to listen to stories and rhymes. We will dance and color too. Limited to 40 children in attendance.
Join us for an 8 week songwriting workshop sponsored by the Carnegie!
We will begin by finding the perfect title, then creating lyrics and the structure of the song. Writing melodies and chord progressions requires basic skills on keyboard or guitar, to recognize chord names and play them. In general, songwriters aren’t great musicians. They know chords, they know song craft, and they know how to follow their emotions. That's what you'll need to craft your song.
Registration is recommended. Participants are encouraged to attend all of the 8 sessions to get the most out of the workshop, but full attendance is not required.
See if you are ready for the GED by taking the Official Practice Test. If you pass, you will receive the required forms to register for the GED Test. If you need preparation for the GED, we will provide guidance. Must be 16 years or older. Sixteen- to eighteen-year-olds must provide proof of withdrawal from the last school attended. GED preparation and pretesting are provided by Gateway Community and Technical College and funded through Kentucky Adult Education. For more information, call Gateway at (859)442-1618.
Learn how to find companies in your industry, how to identify company contacts, and where to find the information you need to excel in interviews. This class will teach you how to use library resources, search company web sites for critical information and use other online sources more effectively in your job search.
Enjoy a live circus presentation! The troupe from Circus Mojo will be here to present a short show and then guide participants in workshops to learn circus skills like juggling and balancing. Participants ages 7-17 need to register. Program lasts 80 minutes. The show on July 15th is a repeat of the show on June 10th.
Interested in the performing arts? Learn the basics of Reader's Theatre by participating in charades and acting out short plays. All props and materials provided. Program will last 45 minutes.
Beyond the Book: Erlanger's new book club just for teens! This month's book is "Enclave" by Ann Aguirre. New members are always welcome. Register to check out your own copy of this month's discussion book! Meets the second Tuesday of the month. Snacks and drinks will be served.
Experience the unique and fascinating special exhibits of the Behringer-Crawford Museum in this special museum-to-you program! That's right: they're bringing the good stuff to your Erlanger Branch Library. This month,enjoy Northern Kentucky Music Legends. Strange Brew band member, Jerry Gifford, and Northern Kentucky Sports Legends member, Charlie Coleman, will speak about the creation of a new organization celebrating local and national music legends from Northern Kentucky.
Come dressed in your favorite PJs and bring along your favorite stuffed animal. Kids from ages 2-5 will enjoy stories, rhymes, and dancing. We'll color sometimes and make crafts other times.No registration required. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
We will spend "A Day at the beach" by reading books about beaches and fun things we do while at the beach. We will make a craft to take home. Children 5 to 8 years of age are invited to come. No registration is required.
Children,ages 2-4, along with their favorite adults, are invited to listen to stories, dance and make a craft or color. Enjoy a new theme each week. Join Miss Theresa for a fun story time!
Quick guide: How to borrow e-books for your Nook or Sony Reader
In this short online tutorial learn how to use Overdrive to download and borrow e-books for your Nook or Sony Reader. You'll get the basics in about 15 minutes and the instructor will stay online to answer any questions you may have.
Please note: this is an online class and requires an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Please provide your email when registering.
Join Erlanger's anime club to hang with other local otaku, watch anime, eat pocky, work on your manga drawing skills, discuss the culture, and plan for upcoming conventions! All attendees will be entered to win a super cool anime prize! This month we'll be watching "Gurren Lagann"!
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Preschool children are invited to join Miss Julie for stories, songs, rhymes, & fun. We will also make a craft to take home! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Preschool children are invited to join Miss Julie for stories, songs, rhymes, & fun. We will also make a craft to take home! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Water harvesting is a great way to take advantage of the free, clean water that lands on your rooftop. Learn about the benefits of using rain barrels and rain gardens to collect and use water for your plants and garden. Presented by Knochelmann and Gurley Green Solutions.
Learn to knit or bring your own knitting project for community and conversation with other knitters at our monthly knitting group meeting. The group meets regularly on the second Thursday of each month at 7pm. New knitters should bring size 10.5 needles and thick & chunky yarn. Taught by a volunteer with Scarf it Up!
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Did you miss it in the theaters? Join us on the second Friday of each month as we watch and discuss one of the best independent, art house, specialty studio, or award-winning new releases -- one chosen to spark conversation! This month, watch and discuss "Life of Pi", directed by Ang Lee.
Did you miss it in the theaters? Join us on the second Friday of each month as we watch and discuss one of the best independent, art house, specialty studio, or award-winning new releases -- one chosen to spark conversation! This month, watch and discuss "Life of Pi", directed by Ang Lee.
Some children need a Reading Buddy to help them on the way to reading success! Children who are not native English speakers, and children who want to boost their reading performance, are encouraged to join our "Reading Buddies Club." At various times throughout the month, children aged 2-12 can come and spend time reading with an adult Reading Buddy volunteer. The children will receive a special incentive prize for attending each Reading Buddies Club meeting, and pizza will be served! Be sure to check our KCPL Calendar for all the Reading Buddy Club meetings!
Join us for Puppy Tales and you can read to a dog at the library! 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!
Welcome to Rise N Shine! Wake up with me every Monday at 11:00 in the morning! Children ages 2-5 and their favorite adult are invited to listen to stories and rhymes. We will dance and color too. Limited to 40 children in attendance.
Join us for an 8 week songwriting workshop sponsored by the Carnegie!
We will begin by finding the perfect title, then creating lyrics and the structure of the song. Writing melodies and chord progressions requires basic skills on keyboard or guitar, to recognize chord names and play them. In general, songwriters aren’t great musicians. They know chords, they know song craft, and they know how to follow their emotions. That's what you'll need to craft your song.
Registration is recommended. Participants are encouraged to attend all of the 8 sessions to get the most out of the workshop, but full attendance is not required.
See if you are ready for the GED by taking the Official Practice Test. If you pass, you will receive the required forms to register for the GED Test. If you need preparation for the GED, we will provide guidance. Must be 16 years or older. Sixteen- to eighteen-year-olds must provide proof of withdrawal from the last school attended. GED preparation and pretesting are provided by Gateway Community and Technical College and funded through Kentucky Adult Education. For more information, call Gateway at (859)442-1618.
Learn how to target your resume to compete in today's competitive job environment. Get expert help editing or updating your resume from Human Resources professionals to give you a fresh look in the marketplace.
Join us for biweekly sessions of the tabletop role-playing game Pathfinder. Previous experience is not needed. New participants should contact the Young Adult programmer by emailing eden.rassette@kentonlibrary.org in order to prepare a character.
Participants will learn how to use Word for typing letters and resumes, how to work with toolbars and the basics of Microsoft Word. (Prerequisite Word #1)
Enhance your digital photographs by learning how to Adobe Photoshop Elements. You'll learn how to download images from your camera, resize images for the internet and printing, correct and manipulate photos, and more.
Come dressed in your favorite PJs and bring along your favorite stuffed animal. Kids from ages 2-5 will enjoy stories, rhymes, and dancing. We'll color sometimes and make crafts other times.No registration required. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Children,ages 2-4, along with their favorite adults, are invited to listen to stories, dance and make a craft or color. Enjoy a new theme each week. Join Miss Theresa for a fun story time!
We will travel "around the World" through our imagination. We will read books while our imagination will take us for fun and exciting trip. We will nake a craft to take home.
Take a walk back in history to see the Union Terminal built in 1930 (now the Cincinnati Museum Center) as well as a presentation by the Erlanger Historical Society about the history of the Erlanger Historical Depot built in 1877 (now the Erlanger Museum). Presented by the Cincinnati Museum Center and the Erlanger Historical Society.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Read the book and then join us for this monthly book discussion group! Books can be picked up at the reference desk up to four weeks prior to the discussion. This book discussion group, The Protagonists, meets regularly on the third Wednesday of the month at 7pm. New participants are always welcome!
Preschool children are invited to join Miss Julie for stories, songs, rhymes, & fun. We will also make a craft to take home! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Preschool children are invited to join Miss Julie for stories, songs, rhymes, & fun. We will also make a craft to take home! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Mask Making is a fun and creative activity for school age students. This is a twoo week program. The first week (June 20), we will make the mask using plaster of paris. The next week (June 27), we will decorate them with glitter, feather and much more.
Read the book and then join us for this monthly book discussion group! Books can be picked up at the reference desk up to four weeks prior to the discussion. This book discussion group, The Page-turners, meets regularly on the third Thursday of the month at 2pm. New participants are always welcome!
Support, critique, inside tips and techniques are but a few of the benefits of participation in this local writers' group. Writers of all genres and skill levels are welcome to join this group of writers for their meetings on the first and third Thursdays of each month. (Just show up! No need to bring anything to the first meeting.)
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
It's summer and time to read! Come one, come all and get book suggestions on Facebook! On Friday June 21 from 1pm - 5pm, Readers’ Advisory Librarian Leigh Mauer will be ready and waiting to steer you to your next good fiction or non-fiction read. All you need to do is post a message to the KCPL wall telling us the last 3 books you’ve enjoyed, and we’ll give you a suggestion or two for what to read next.
Location: Mary Ann Mongan Library, 502 Scott Boulevard, Covington Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road Location: Erlanger Branch, 401 Kenton Lands Road
We spend at least one Friday a month this summer exploring different fandoms. Come to one or come to all! This month’s Fandom Friday is Doctor Who and Sherlock! There’ll be crafty things and snacks! Costumes appreciated but not required.
Watch it on our big screen! Bring the whole family for a fun movie theater-like experience with great family-friendly movies and popcorn on the third Friday of each month (June, July & August) this summer! One lucky family will even win a copy of the movie! This month, enjoy "Wreck-It Ralph".
Join the library crafters and you WON'T have to clean off your kitchen table just to work on a project. Come for an hour or pack a lunch and stay for the day. You'll make new friends, and share some laughter.
Calling all dinosaur enthusiasts! Listen to stories about these prehistoric creatures, play a trivia game and make a dinosaur craft. Bring a dinosaur figure with you to the program if you wish.
Welcome to Rise N Shine! Wake up with me every Monday at 11:00 in the morning! Children ages 2-5 and their favorite adult are invited to listen to stories and rhymes. We will dance and color too. Limited to 40 children in attendance.
Join us for an 8 week songwriting workshop sponsored by the Carnegie!
We will begin by finding the perfect title, then creating lyrics and the structure of the song. Writing melodies and chord progressions requires basic skills on keyboard or guitar, to recognize chord names and play them. In general, songwriters aren’t great musicians. They know chords, they know song craft, and they know how to follow their emotions. That's what you'll need to craft your song.
Registration is recommended. Participants are encouraged to attend all of the 8 sessions to get the most out of the workshop, but full attendance is not required.
All ages are welcome to attend this open gaming program! There will be video games for everyone, like Super Smash Brothers, Just Dance, Rock Band, and Mario Kart on X-Box 360 and Wii systems.
Join other manga, anime, and graphic novel fans to talk about your favorites, your least favorites, and what you're reading now. Check out otaku magazines from the U.S. and Japan, get suggestions for manga from your friends, and maybe win a prize! Meets the last Tuesday of the month.
Come dressed in your favorite PJs and bring along your favorite stuffed animal. Kids from ages 2-5 will enjoy stories, rhymes, and dancing. We'll color sometimes and make crafts other times.No registration required. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Euroepan Vacation Food Series: German Pretzel Bread
Take a culinary trip through Europe this summer with this food series! In June, learn about the history of authentic German pretzel bread, as well as to how to make this tasty treat. Samples will be served!
"Don't Bug Me!!!" We will read and talk about bugs. There will be a craft to make to take home. The program is limited to 40 children ages 5 to 8 years old. Come join us!
Children,ages 2-4, along with their favorite adults, are invited to listen to stories, dance and make a craft or color. Enjoy a new theme each week. Join Miss Theresa for a fun story time!
Enjoy the company of friends, theater-style snacks, and great discussion at our monthly classic films program -- planned especially for seniors! On the final Wednesday of each month at 1pm, we show one of the best classic films from our library collection. This month, we'll watch and discuss "The Unsinkable Molly Brown" starring Debbie Reynolds and Harve Presnell. Cosponsored by Madonna Manor.
Join us for a series of monthly creative writing workshops. Topics for individual workshops can be found online at www.facebook.com/kcplteens. Registration and prior writing experience are not required. Snacks and writing supplies will be provided.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Even preschoolers need to learn the basics of money management! Play games and have fun exploring financial literacy at this special preschool storytime. We'll learn how we can save, spend, and give, right from the start! This program is part of the PNC Grow Up Great! program. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Even preschoolers need to learn the basics of money management! Play games and have fun exploring financial literacy at this special preschool storytime. We'll learn how we can save, spend, and give, right from the start! This program is part of the PNC Grow Up Great! program. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Learn to knit or bring your own knitting project for community and conversation with other knitters at our monthly knitting group meeting. The group meets regularly on the second Thursday of each month at 7pm. New knitters should bring size 10.5 needles and thick & chunky yarn. Taught by a volunteer with Scarf it Up!
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Final Friday Concert Series: Wild Carrot & the Roots Band
Enjoy some great live music by visiting your library for our annual Final Friday Concert Series this summer (June, July, & August) featuring some of the best local bands. This month, enjoy the award-winning music of Wild Carrot. Rooted in traditional American music, their repertoire branches in diverse directions: from original tunes to swing, blues and traditional songs, using guitar, mandolin, dulcimer, concertina and vocals. All ages are welcome! Join us!
Some children need a Reading Buddy to help them on the way to reading success! Children who are not native English speakers, and children who want to boost their reading performance, are encouraged to join our "Reading Buddies Club." At various times throughout the month, children aged 2-12 can come and spend time reading with an adult Reading Buddy volunteer. The children will receive a special incentive prize for attending each Reading Buddies Club meeting, and pizza will be served! Be sure to check our KCPL Calendar for all the Reading Buddy Club meetings!
Welcome to Rise N Shine! Wake up with me every Monday at 11:00 in the morning! Children ages 2-5 and their favorite adult are invited to listen to stories and rhymes. We will dance and color too. Limited to 40 children in attendance.
Join us each Monday morning for stories and activities! This week: celebrate Creative Ice Cream Flavor Day with sweet stories and make-your-own Ice Cream!
Join us for an 8 week songwriting workshop sponsored by the Carnegie!
We will begin by finding the perfect title, then creating lyrics and the structure of the song. Writing melodies and chord progressions requires basic skills on keyboard or guitar, to recognize chord names and play them. In general, songwriters aren’t great musicians. They know chords, they know song craft, and they know how to follow their emotions. That's what you'll need to craft your song.
Registration is recommended. Participants are encouraged to attend all of the 8 sessions to get the most out of the workshop, but full attendance is not required.
Join us for biweekly sessions of the tabletop role-playing game Pathfinder. Previous experience is not needed. New participants should contact the Young Adult programmer by emailing eden.rassette@kentonlibrary.org in order to prepare a character.
Come dressed in your favorite PJs and bring along your favorite stuffed animal. Kids from ages 2-5 will enjoy stories, rhymes, and dancing. We'll color sometimes and make crafts other times.No registration required. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Children,ages 2-4, along with their favorite adults, are invited to listen to stories, dance and make a craft or color. Enjoy a new theme each week. Join Miss Theresa for a fun story time!
We will find out all the "Commotion in the Ocean" by reading books about the lives of the fish and other sea creatures. Get ready to swim under the sea. We will have a craft to take home.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Read the book and then join us for this monthly book discussion group! Books can be picked up at the reference desk up to four weeks prior to the discussion. This book discussion group, The Bookies, meets regularly on the first Wednesday of the month at 7pm. New participants are always welcome!
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Welcome to Rise N Shine! Wake up with me every Monday at 11:00 in the morning! Children ages 2-5 and their favorite adult are invited to listen to stories and rhymes. We will dance and color too. Limited to 40 children in attendance.
Join us for an 8 week songwriting workshop sponsored by the Carnegie!
We will begin by finding the perfect title, then creating lyrics and the structure of the song. Writing melodies and chord progressions requires basic skills on keyboard or guitar, to recognize chord names and play them. In general, songwriters aren’t great musicians. They know chords, they know song craft, and they know how to follow their emotions. That's what you'll need to craft your song.
Registration is recommended. Participants are encouraged to attend all of the 8 sessions to get the most out of the workshop, but full attendance is not required.
Beyond the Book: Erlanger's new book club just for teens! This month's book is "The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien. New members are always welcome. Register to check out your copy of this month's discussion book! Meets the second Tuesday of the month. Snacks and drinks will be served.
Experience the unique and fascinating special exhibits of the Behringer-Crawford Museum in this special museum-to-you program! That's right: they're bringing the good stuff to your Erlanger Branch Library. This month,enjoy the work of Harlan Hubbard, celebrated Kentucky artist, writer, and philosopher.
Come dressed in your favorite PJs and bring along your favorite stuffed animal. Kids from ages 2-5 will enjoy stories, rhymes, and dancing. We'll color sometimes and make crafts other times.No registration required. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Children,ages 2-4, along with their favorite adults, are invited to listen to stories, dance and make a craft or color. Enjoy a new theme each week. Join Miss Theresa for a fun story time!
It's about time to show off your hidden talent. Before showing off your talents, we will read books about special things you can do. We will have a craft to make.
Fun with Food takes over Teen Space! Play with your food at our summer Fun with Food program! Learn how to make candy sushi out of your favorite candies, treats, and snacks. Always wanted to try sushi but never had the courage? Don't worry - absolutely no fishy substances involved in the making of candy sushi!
Grades: 6 - 12
Registration online will be available on Jun 1, 2013
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Preschool children are invited to join Miss Julie for stories, songs, rhymes, & fun. We will also make a craft to take home! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Preschool children are invited to join Miss Julie for stories, songs, rhymes, & fun. We will also make a craft to take home! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Come join us in Sculpture Workshop. This is a two-week program. The first week (July 11), we will learn the basic of sculpture. We will create our own creation using air dry clay. The next week (July 18), we will paint our creation. Limited to 30 children and registration is required.
Ages: 6 - 12
Registration online will be available on Jun 11, 2013
Learn to knit or bring your own knitting project for community and conversation with other knitters at our monthly knitting group meeting. The group meets regularly on the second Thursday of each month at 7pm. New knitters should bring size 10.5 needles and thick & chunky yarn. Taught by a volunteer with Scarf it Up!
It is once again time for the teen lock-in! Spend the night at the library with your friends after it closes. Play video games and board games, watch anime, play capture the flag in the library stacks, have pizza and win prizes. The lock-in begins at 8 p.m. and ends at 9 a.m. the following morning. Registration is required. For teens in grades 6-12.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Did you miss it in the theaters? Join us on the second Friday of each month as we watch and discuss one of the best independent, art house, specialty studio, or award-winning new releases -- one chosen to spark conversation! This month, watch and discuss "Les Miserables", starring Hugh Jackman and Anne Hathaway.
Join Miss Julie for a teddy bear party. Bring your teddy bear and together we will listen to teddy bear stories, make a craft and have a snack. Registration required.
Ages: 3 - 7
Registration online will be available on Jun 12, 2013
Did you miss it in the theaters? Join us on the second Friday of each month as we watch and discuss one of the best independent, art house, specialty studio, or award-winning new releases -- one chosen to spark conversation! This month, watch and discuss "Les Miserables", starring Hugh Jackman and Anne Hathaway.
Some children need a Reading Buddy to help them on the way to reading success! Children who are not native English speakers, and children who want to boost their reading performance, are encouraged to join our "Reading Buddies Club." At various times throughout the month, children aged 2-12 can come and spend time reading with an adult Reading Buddy volunteer. The children will receive a special incentive prize for attending each Reading Buddies Club meeting, and pizza will be served! Be sure to check our KCPL Calendar for all the Reading Buddy Club meetings!
Welcome to Rise N Shine! Wake up with me every Monday at 11:00 in the morning! Children ages 2-5 and their favorite adult are invited to listen to stories and rhymes. We will dance and color too. Limited to 40 children in attendance.
Join us each Monday morning for stories and activities! This week: Celebrate Gummi Worm Day! Learn about composting with worms, share wormy stories and treats!
Join us for an 8 week songwriting workshop sponsored by the Carnegie!
We will begin by finding the perfect title, then creating lyrics and the structure of the song. Writing melodies and chord progressions requires basic skills on keyboard or guitar, to recognize chord names and play them. In general, songwriters aren’t great musicians. They know chords, they know song craft, and they know how to follow their emotions. That's what you'll need to craft your song.
Registration is recommended. Participants are encouraged to attend all of the 8 sessions to get the most out of the workshop, but full attendance is not required.
Enjoy a live circus presentation! The troupe from Circus Mojo will be here to present a short show and then guide participants in workshops to learn circus skills like juggling and balancing. Participants ages 7-17 need to register.(Program lasts 80 minutes)The show on July 15 is a repeat of the show on June 10.
Ages: 7 - 17
Registration online will be available on Jun 15, 2013
Beginner's class to get launched using today's Number 1 professional networking tool: LinkedIn. Find out how to create a personal profile, make connections and search for other professionals, companies and jobs.
Quick guide: How to borrow e-books for your Kindle, iPad, and iPhone
In this short online tutorial learn how to use Overdrive to download and borrow e-books for any of your Kindle devices or by downloading the Kindle app on your computer, phone, iPad, or iTouch. You'll get the basics in about 15 minutes and the instructor will stay online to answer any questions you may have.
Please note: this is an online class and requires an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Please provide your email when registering.
Join us for biweekly sessions of the tabletop role-playing game Pathfinder. Previous experience is not needed. New participants should contact the Young Adult programmer by emailing eden.rassette@kentonlibrary.org in order to prepare a character.
Come dressed in your favorite PJs and bring along your favorite stuffed animal. Kids from ages 2-5 will enjoy stories, rhymes, and dancing. We'll color sometimes and make crafts other times.No registration required. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Learn about the selection tools, methods to whiten eyes and teeth, how to convert photos to black and white, and more. Beginning Photoshop Elements suggested
Come join us to our Wacky Wild Wednesday story time. We will read stories about zoo animals and we will talk about what is our favorite one. We will have a craft to take home.
Children,ages 2-4, along with their favorite adults, are invited to listen to stories, dance and make a craft or color. Enjoy a new theme each week. Join Miss Theresa for a fun story time!
Join Erlanger's anime club to hang with other local otaku, watch anime, eat pocky, work on your manga drawing skills, discuss the culture, and plan for upcoming conventions! All attendees will be entered to win a super cool anime prize! This month we'll be watching "Squid Girl"!
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Read the book and then join us for this monthly book discussion group! Books can be picked up at the reference desk up to four weeks prior to the discussion. This book discussion group, The Protagonists, meets regularly on the third Wednesday of the month at 7pm. New participants are always welcome!
Preschool children are invited to join Miss Julie for stories, songs, rhymes, & fun. We will also make a craft to take home! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Meet, listen to and watch him draw! Children’s author and illustrator, and creator of this year’s Summer Reading Club art, is looking forward to meeting you.
Preschool children are invited to join Miss Julie for stories, songs, rhymes, & fun. We will also make a craft to take home! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Read the book and then join us for this monthly book discussion group! Books can be picked up at the reference desk up to four weeks prior to the discussion. This book discussion group, The Page-turners, meets regularly on the third Thursday of the month at 2pm. New participants are always welcome!
Support, critique, inside tips and techniques are but a few of the benefits of participation in this local writers' group. Writers of all genres and skill levels are welcome to join this group of writers for their meetings on the first and third Thursdays of each month. (Just show up! No need to bring anything to the first meeting.)
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
We spend at least one Friday a month this summer exploring different fandoms. Come to one or come to all! This month’s Fandom Friday is Adventure Time! There’ll be crafty things and snacks! Costumes appreciated but not required.
Watch it on our big screen! Bring the whole family for a fun movie theater-like experience with great family-friendly movies and popcorn on the third Friday of each month (June, July & August) this summer! One lucky family will even win a copy of the movie! This month, enjoy "Rise Of The Guardians."
Join the library crafters and you WON'T have to clean off your kitchen table just to work on a project. Come for an hour or pack a lunch and stay for the day. You'll make new friends, and share some laughter.
Join Kaplan Learning Center to take an ACT Practice Test. You will be able to review your results afterward and get any questions answered. All attendees should call Kaplan Learning Center at 859-344-5080 to register for this program.
Join us for Puppy Tales and you can read to a dog at the library! 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!
Welcome to Rise N Shine! Wake up with me every Monday at 11:00 in the morning! Children ages 2-5 and their favorite adult are invited to listen to stories and rhymes. We will dance and color too. Limited to 40 children in attendance.
Join us for an 8 week songwriting workshop sponsored by the Carnegie!
We will begin by finding the perfect title, then creating lyrics and the structure of the song. Writing melodies and chord progressions requires basic skills on keyboard or guitar, to recognize chord names and play them. In general, songwriters aren’t great musicians. They know chords, they know song craft, and they know how to follow their emotions. That's what you'll need to craft your song.
Registration is recommended. Participants are encouraged to attend all of the 8 sessions to get the most out of the workshop, but full attendance is not required.
Join Maggie Green, author of "The Kentucky Fresh Cookbook" as she discusses sourcing and cooking local foods from Kentucky including, produce, beef, bread, poultry, eggs, and more.
Do you enjoy researching your family tree online, but aren't sure where to look or how to best use those online sources? Learn about some of the most useful web sites and databases and how to search them.
Learn about the online library for kids. Download apps for e-books and audiobooks on your device or use your home computer to research homework assignments and projects.
Please note: this is an online class and requires an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Please provide your email when registering.
Please note: this is an online class and requires an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Please provide your email when registering.
Come dressed in your favorite PJs and bring along your favorite stuffed animal. Kids from ages 2-5 will enjoy stories, rhymes, and dancing. We'll color sometimes and make crafts other times.No registration required. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
See you later alligator... after a while crocodile! We will read stories about alligators and crocodiles. We will have a craft to make and we will snap some light snack. After a while crocodile!
Children,ages 2-4, along with their favorite adults, are invited to listen to stories, dance and make a craft or color. Enjoy a new theme each week. Join Miss Theresa for a fun story time!
Take a culinary trip through Europe this summer with this food series! In July, learn about the history of Greek yogurt and cheese, as well as to how to make these treats. Samples will be served!
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Preschool children are invited to join Miss Julie for stories, songs, rhymes, & fun. We will also make a craft to take home! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Preschool children are invited to join Miss Julie for stories, songs, rhymes, & fun. We will also make a craft to take home! Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Quick guide Zinio: download complete magazines on your computer or iPad
Zinio is an online newstand made free to you by the Library. Learn how to view and download complete popular magazines on your PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android, Kindle Fire and Blackberry Playbook.
Sample titles:
Consumer Reports,
Dwell,
Bazaar,
Martha Stewart Living and Weddings,
Men's Fitness,
Parenting,
Outside,
Smart Money,
Us Weekly,
Vegetarian Times.
Please note: this is an online class and requires an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Please provide your email when registering.
Join us for a series of monthly creative writing workshops. Topics for individual workshops can be found online at www.facebook.com/kcplteens. Registration and prior writing experience are not required. Snacks and writing supplies will be provided.
Want to maximize your smart phone or tablet? Join us as we explore the best apps available for iOS and Android, including several that will allow you to access library materials.
Learn to knit or bring your own knitting project for community and conversation with other knitters at our monthly knitting group meeting. The group meets regularly on the second Thursday of each month at 7pm. New knitters should bring size 10.5 needles and thick & chunky yarn. Taught by a volunteer with Scarf it Up!
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Children ages 2-6 and a grown up will enjoy stories, songs and a craft each week. Let's spark our imaginations with art! Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Final Friday Concert Series: The Comet Bluegrass All-Stars
Enjoy some great live music by visiting your library for our annual Final Friday Concert Series this summer (June, July, & August) featuring some of the best local bands. This month, enjoy your favorite bluegrass tunes from some of the most well-versed and accomplished singers and multi-instrumentalists in town. All ages are welcome for some toe-tapping good music with The Comet Bluegrass All-Stars.
Join the library crafters and you WON'T have to clean off your kitchen table just to work on a project. Come for an hour or pack a lunch and stay for the day. You'll make new friends, and share some laughter.
Are you stuck in a rut with your stitching? Do you like a challenge? Join the library stitchers and learn how to make a mystery 12-inch quilt block. This program is for intermediate quilters. Seating is limited so please call 859-962-4031 or register online to receive your supply list.
Grades: 6 and over.
Registration online will be available on Jun 1, 2013
Some children need a Reading Buddy to help them on the way to reading success! Children who are not native English speakers, and children who want to boost their reading performance, are encouraged to join our "Reading Buddies Club." At various times throughout the month, children aged 2-12 can come and spend time reading with an adult Reading Buddy volunteer. The children will receive a special incentive prize for attending each Reading Buddies Club meeting, and pizza will be served! Be sure to check our KCPL Calendar for all the Reading Buddy Club meetings!
If you've ever wanted to knit, here's your chance! Mary from Scarf It Up! will teach you the basic stitches while you make a scarf. Students will receive knitting needles and yarn to start your first scarf.
Grades: 6 and over.
Registration online will be available on Jul 13, 2013
Ready to take your knitting needles to the next level? Learn how to purl while you make a scarf. Students should bring size 8 knitting needles and worsted weight yarn. This is an intermediate class.
Grades: 6 and over.
Registration online will be available on Jun 13, 2013
Join us for an 8 week songwriting workshop sponsored by the Carnegie!
We will begin by finding the perfect title, then creating lyrics and the structure of the song. Writing melodies and chord progressions requires basic skills on keyboard or guitar, to recognize chord names and play them. In general, songwriters aren’t great musicians. They know chords, they know song craft, and they know how to follow their emotions. That's what you'll need to craft your song.
Registration is recommended. Participants are encouraged to attend all of the 8 sessions to get the most out of the workshop, but full attendance is not required.
Join other manga, anime, and graphic novel fans to talk about your favorites, your least favorites, and what you're reading now. Check out otaku magazines from the U.S. and Japan, get suggestions for manga from your friends, and maybe win a prize! Meets the last Tuesday of the month.
Enjoy the company of friends, theater-style snacks, and great discussion at our monthly classic films program -- planned especially for seniors! On the final Wednesday of each month at 1pm, we show one of the best classic films from our library collection. This month, we'll watch and discuss "Hello, Dolly!" starring Barbara Streisand and Walter Matthau. Cosponsored by Madonna Manor.
Learn how to use the library on your tablet or smartphone. Download apps designed just for library users such as the Kenton County Public Library app that lets you access the catalog and your account, Freegal for music, Zinio for magazines, Blio for kids e-books, OneClick for audiobooks and more.
Please note: this is an online class and requires an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Please provide your email when registering.
Please note: this is an online class and requires an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Please provide your email when registering.
Support, critique, inside tips and techniques are but a few of the benefits of participation in this local writers' group. Writers of all genres and skill levels are welcome to join this group of writers for their meetings on the first and third Thursdays of each month. (Just show up! No need to bring anything to the first meeting.)
Trolls, Alpha Kids, Beta Kids, Cherubs, and Sprites unite at Erlanger's first Homestuck Meetup! Find out exactly what Homestuck is, share your love of it with friends old and new, get costume tips and tricks, and enter to win a Homestuck prize.
Quick guide: How to borrow e-books for your Kindle, Android and Apple devices
In this short online tutorial learn how to use Overdrive to download and borrow e-books for any of your Kindle devices or by downloading the Kindle app on your computer, phone, iPad, or iTouch. You'll get the basics in about 15 minutes and the instructor will stay online to answer any questions you may have.
Please note: this is an online class and requires an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Please provide your email when registering.
Join us for biweekly sessions of the tabletop role-playing game Pathfinder. Previous experience is not needed. New participants should contact the Young Adult programmer by emailing eden.rassette@kentonlibrary.org in order to prepare a character.
Join us for a series of biweekly creative writing workshops. Topics for individual workshops can be found online at www.facebook.com/kcplteens. Registration and prior writing experience are not required. Snacks and writing supplies will be provided.
Learn the basics of using the social media website Tumblr. By the end of the class you will create an account, customize your page, learn how to follow other pages, and then be ready to reblog to your heart's content! Having basic computer and Internet skills is recommended.
Registration online will be available on Jul 1, 2013
Read the book and then join us for this monthly book discussion group! Books can be picked up at the reference desk up to four weeks prior to the discussion. This book discussion group, The Bookies, meets regularly on the first Wednesday of the month at 7pm. New participants are always welcome!
Quick guide Zinio: download complete magazines on your computer or iPad
Zinio is an online newstand made free to you by the Library. Learn how to view and download complete popular magazines on your PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android, Kindle Fire and Blackberry Playbook.
Sample titles:
Consumer Reports,
Dwell,
Bazaar,
Martha Stewart Living and Weddings,
Men's Fitness,
Parenting,
Outside,
Smart Money,
Us Weekly,
Vegetarian Times.
Please note: this is an online class and requires an Internet and audio connection from a home, office, or library computer. Please provide your email when registering.
Learn to knit or bring your own knitting project for community and conversation with other knitters at our monthly knitting group meeting. The group meets regularly on the second Thursday of each month at 7pm. New knitters should bring size 10.5 needles and thick & chunky yarn. Taught by a volunteer with Scarf it Up!
Did you miss it in the theaters? Join us on the second Friday of each month as we watch and discuss one of the best independent, art house, specialty studio, or award-winning new releases -- one chosen to spark conversation! This month, watch and discuss "Anna Karenina", starring Keira Knightley and Jude Law.
Did you miss it in the theaters? Join us on the second Friday of each month as we watch and discuss one of the best independent, art house, specialty studio, or award-winning new releases -- one chosen to spark conversation! This month, watch and discuss "Anna Karenina", starring Keira Knightley and Jude Law.
Enjoy a Pokemon Party with crafts and treats from 2-4:00 p.m., a scavenger hunt at 3 p.m. and Pokemon video games from 2-4:00. Dress up, if you wish, in your favorite Pokemon costume.
Grades: 1 - 12
Registration online will be available on Jul 1, 2013
Great for organizing and sharing favorite images and video, learn how to use the popular online pinboard to scrapbook, create themes, and find others with similar interests.
Beyond the Book: Erlanger's new book club just for teens! This month's book is "Neverwhere" by Neil Gaiman. New members are always welcome. Register to receive a free copy of this month's discussion book! Meets the second Tuesday of the month. Snacks and drinks will be served.
Experience the unique and fascinating special exhibits of the Behringer-Crawford Museum in this special museum-to-you program! That's right: they're bringing the good stuff to your Erlanger Branch Library. This month,learn to protect your treasures and family keepsakes. Join BCM's Curator of Collections and Exhibits for a how-to workshop. Archival materials will be available for purchase.
Join Erlanger's anime club to hang with other local otaku, watch anime, eat pocky, work on your manga drawing skills, discuss the culture, and plan for upcoming conventions! All attendees will be entered to win a super cool anime prize! This month we'll be watching "Tsuritama"!
Take a culinary trip through Europe this summer with this food series! In August, learn about the history of Irish Soda Bread, as well as to how to make this tasty treat. Samples will be served!
"The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel" by Deborah Maggoch
Read the book and then join us for this monthly book discussion group! Books can be picked up at the reference desk up to four weeks prior to the discussion. This book discussion group, The Page-turners, meets regularly on the third Thursday of the month at 2pm. New participants are always welcome!
Support, critique, inside tips and techniques are but a few of the benefits of participation in this local writers' group. Writers of all genres and skill levels are welcome to join this group of writers for their meetings on the first and third Thursdays of each month. (Just show up! No need to bring anything to the first meeting.)
Watch it on our big screen! Bring the whole family for a fun movie theater-like experience with great family-friendly movies and popcorn on the third Friday of each month (June, July & August) this summer! One lucky family will even win a copy of the movie! This month, enjoy "Frankenweenie".
Join the library crafters and you WON'T have to clean off your kitchen table just to work on a project. Come for an hour or pack a lunch and stay for the day. You'll make new friends, and share some laughter.
Join us for biweekly sessions of the tabletop role-playing game Pathfinder. Previous experience is not needed. New participants should contact the Young Adult programmer by emailing eden.rassette@kentonlibrary.org in order to prepare a character.
Learn to add a splash of color to an otherwise black and white picture, learn to sharpen your pictures the way pros do, add a vignette to your pictures and more.
Read the book and then join us for this monthly book discussion group! Books can be picked up at the reference desk up to four weeks prior to the discussion. This book discussion group, The Protagonists, meets regularly on the third Wednesday of the month at 7pm. New participants are always welcome!
Join us as we explore the resources available on the library's website. We'll discuss finding materials using the online catalog and examine our most popular databases.
Learn to knit or bring your own knitting project for community and conversation with other knitters at our monthly knitting group meeting. The group meets regularly on the second Thursday of each month at 7pm. New knitters should bring size 10.5 needles and thick & chunky yarn. Taught by a volunteer with Scarf it Up!
We spend at least one Friday a month this summer exploring different fandoms. Come to one or come to all! This month’s Fandom is Kingdom Hearts and Final Fantasy! There’ll be crafty things and snacks! Costumes appreciated but not required.
Retro Gaming Returns! Play your favorite classics on retro gaming systems like NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, N64, and more! Open to anyone over the age of 12.
Join other manga, anime, and graphic novel fans to talk about your favorites, your least favorites, and what you're reading now. Check out otaku magazines from the U.S. and Japan, get suggestions for manga from your friends, and maybe win a prize! Meets the last Tuesday of the month.
Enjoy the company of friends, theater-style snacks, and great discussion at our monthly classic films program -- planned especially for seniors! On the final Wednesday of each month at 1pm, we show one of the best classic films from our library collection. This month, we'll watch and discuss "Bye Bye Birdie" starring Dick Van Dyke, Janet Leigh, Ann-Margret, and Maureen Stapleton. Cosponsored by Madonna Manor.
Fun with Food takes over Teen Space this week to show you how to make Japanese Bento Box lunches! Receive a plastic bento box and take home what you make! Registration is required. All supplies are provided for registered participants.
Grades: 6 - 12
Registration online will be available on Jun 1, 2013
Attention all readers! Come one, come all and get book suggestions on Facebook! On Wednesday August 28 from 6pm - 9pm, Readers’ Advisory Librarian Leigh Mauer will be ready and waiting to steer you to your next good fiction or non-fiction read. All you need to do is post a message to the KCPL wall telling us the last 3 books you’ve enjoyed, and we’ll give you a suggestion or two for what to read next.
Location: Mary Ann Mongan Library, 502 Scott Boulevard, Covington Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road Location: Erlanger Branch, 401 Kenton Lands Road
Enjoy some great live music by visiting your library for our annual Final Friday Concert Series this summer (June, July, & August) featuring some of the best local bands. This month, enjoy a concert by local singer songwriter favorites Raison D'Etre. You'll experience original songs about love, loss, and redemption as well as traditional folk songs, a capella swing tunes, and Shaker hymns. All ages are welcome! Join us a great concert!
Purchase nearly-new and used books at the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Prices range from $0.25 to $4, and all proceeds benefit programs at your Kenton County Public Library. The sale is open during regular library hours, but ends 30 minutes prior to closing time.
Purchase nearly-new and used books at the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Prices range from $0.25 to $4, and all proceeds benefit programs at your Kenton County Public Library. The sale is open during regular library hours, but ends 30 minutes prior to closing time.
