Can you "Scare Us" in 1,500 words or less? Open to all writers! Only previously unpublished manuscripts, please, though dual submissions are allowed. Stop by the Reference desk for complete rules. Entries may be submitted by e-mail, snail mail, or in person to Brenda Clark at the W.E. Durr Branch of the Kenton County Library by Thursday, September 30. Stop by the Reference desk for complete rules.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Meet and mingle with local knitters! We're also hosting a KAL so stop in and cast on with friends. All skill levels welcome! Bring your own beverage and we'll provide the snack.
LearningExpress Job & Career Accelerator integrates the tools you need to conduct a job search, in one easy-to-use online application. Interactive wizards guide you through each step of the process, from exploring suitable occupations and finding available jobs to preparing targeted resumes and improving critical job search skills. In addition, the personalized Job Search Portfolio allows job seekers to plan, tailor, and track multiple job searches at the same time while providing easy access to all their saved information. This one hour class will provide an overview of the features and functions of the Career Accelerator database available through the library website.
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.
Do you have UFOs (UnFinished Objects) and PIGS (Projects In Grocery Sacks) hidden in closets throughout your house? Dust off your incomplete project and get it finished! No teachers today-just good company and motivation. All crafts welcome.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Margaret Lea, a London bookseller's daughter gets wrapped up in a dark, haunted ruin of a house, which guards family secrets that are not hers and that she must discover at her peril. Settle down to enjoy a rousing good ghost story with Diane Setterfield's debut novel, The Thirteenth Tale.
Free GED classes are offered by Gateway Community & Technical College and the Kenton County Adult Education Program on Mondays from 5:30 to 8:00 and Wednesdays from 12-2:00 & 5:30 to 8:00.
Study for your GED and take advantage of all that this class has to offer. Call Betsy at 859-442-1180 for more information.
Ages: 16 and over.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
We are trying something new: an online book discussion group for teens!
The first discussion book will be City of Bones by Cassandra Clare, the first book in The Mortal Instruments series.
Come to the kick-off to get your very own copy of City of Bones (limited supplies!) and help create the discussion site.
You don’t have to come to the kick-off to participate in the discussion! The website will be posted in the teen area and at www.kentonlibrary.org at 6 p.m. on September 8.
Next month’s book: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.
Grades: 6 - 12
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Pam Baker will be teaching this class. This class is for beginners who need to learn the different parts of the computer, how to use the mouse and some basic functions of the Windows operating systems.
In our first monthly Lego Club meeting we will be working in groups or as individuals to construct the tallest tower. We will provide the Legos, all you need is your imagination! Call (859) 962-4032 to register.
Grades: K - 6
Register: 859-962-4032
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Originally used for hunting and fighting, the sport of archery is full of history. Join Earl Gossett, host of Traditional Bowhunters Journal TV Show to learn about the bow and arrow through the ages.
This is part two of Google email. Learn to send emails, create/organize folders, and make a contacts list. This class is part of the Workforce Development Grant.
Come paint a plastic cupcake keepsake! Give it a face, or pretend to practice fancy icing skills! Decorate however you want!
We’ve got 12 cupcakes, so the first 12 teens get to paint.
Grades: 6 - 12
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Archery is a fun hobby and a well known sport. Join Earl Gossett, host of Traditional Bowhunters Journal TV Show for hands-on lessons to shoot a bow and arrow. Dress for the weather, we’re going outside for target practice! This program is appropriate for adults, teens and children in grades 3 and up. Parents need to be present for grades 3-5.
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, share some laughter and snacks.
Grades: 6 and over.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Whether you're new to the art of quilting or just want to refresh your skills, this is the class for you! Instructors will teach basic quilting techniques while participants create a quilt block. Beginning students must call 859-962-4031 to register and obtain a list of Quilt
Materials
needed for the class. Are you an experienced quilter? Please stop by and show us your current project.
The Independence Inklings Writer's Group is open to all writers, of all skill levels and genres. Receive constructive feedback, suggestions and more from group members and guest speakers.
And, remember: What happens in writer's group, stays in writer's group!
Free GED classes are offered by Gateway Community & Technical College and the Kenton County Adult Education Program on Mondays from 5:30 to 8:00 and Wednesdays from 12-2:00 & 5:30 to 8:00.
Study for your GED and take advantage of all that this class has to offer. Call Betsy at 859-442-1180 for more information.
Ages: 16 and over.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Come in and learn this game that's popular all over the world! Arriving in America in the twenties, Mah Jongg quickly became the newest fad and favorite game to play. All skill levels are welcome! Games are played with the 2010 National Mah Jongg League cards and rules.
We can't find Waldo anywhere! Come help us find him and you may win a prize. We'll also take a look at the Where's Waldo books. Call (859) 962-4032 to register.
Grades: 1 - 6
Register: 859-962-4032
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Monday nights are the night to spend some quality time at the library with your whole family. We'll share books, songs, movement activities and more. Everyone is welcome! No registration required!
Ages: All Ages
Parent Required
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Build your self-confidence and develop better speaking and leadership skills. Toastmasters can help - and it's fun! See how this proven program has helped millions worldwide. Call 859-802-9320 for additional information or just stop in. Learn more at the Toastmaster's website. Visit the Toastmaster's International website and the local webpage. Adults only please.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Pam Baker will be teaching this class.Pam will be teaching you some basic internet skills. Learn about Yahoo, Google, how to build your favorites list, and much more.
Join us for Puppy Tales on Tuesday evenings in September from 6:30-7:50pm. Registered children in Grades K-6 will have a 20 minute time slot to read one-on-one to a dog who loves to hear stories! Call 962-4032 for more information. Registration Required.
Grades: K - 6
Register: 859-962-4032
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Free GED classes are offered by Gateway Community & Technical College and the Kenton County Adult Education Program on Mondays from 5:30 to 8:00 and Wednesdays from 12-2:00 & 5:30 to 8:00.
Study for your GED and take advantage of all that this class has to offer. Call Betsy at 859-442-1180 for more information.
Ages: 16 and over.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
We can't find Waldo anywhere! Come help us find him and you may win a prize. We'll also take a look at the Where's Waldo books. Call (859) 962-4032 to register.
Grades: 1 - 6
Register: 859-962-4032
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
"By all these lovely tokens September days are here" Come to the library and make a two page scrapbook layout to celebrate the month of September. Pictures are optional for this session but please bring your own glue and/or tape and favorite scissors. One great program, TWO dates to choose from. Register for the date that fits your schedule best.
Participants will learn how to use Word for typing letters and resumes, how to work with tool bars and the basics of Microsoft Word. This class is part of the Workforce Development Grant.
Bob Ho is an undercover CIA superspy who decides to give up his career in espionage to settle down with his next-door neighbor and girlfriend, Gillian. But Bob has one more mission to complete before Gillian agrees to marry him: winning over her three opinionated kids. You bring a pop and we'll bring the popcorn!
Join the Kenton County Public Library and Ohio Kentucky Indiana Cachers (O.K.I.C.) for an introduction to the growing outdoor hobby of Geocaching. Geocaching is like a treasure hunt combined with the outdoors and hiking! Caches are hidden in various locations and cachers use GPS (Global Positioning Systems) equipment and physical coordinates (latitude and longitude) posted on the World Wide Web to pinpoint caches. Dress for an outdoor walk around the Library grounds, as we will split up with seasoned cachers and find the caches. "Cache In, Trash Out" is the cachers' motto - we'll do a litter cleanup as we go. Wear comfortable shoes.
Free GED classes are offered by Gateway Community & Technical College and the Kenton County Adult Education Program on Mondays from 5:30 to 8:00 and Wednesdays from 12-2:00 & 5:30 to 8:00.
Study for your GED and take advantage of all that this class has to offer. Call Betsy at 859-442-1180 for more information.
Ages: 16 and over.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
It's Library Card Sign-up Month, so come to the library and sign up for a card. Then we'll make and decorate a library card holder to keep your new card in. Call (859) 962-4032 to register.
Grades: 1 - 6
Register: 859-962-4032
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
"By all these lovely tokens September days are here" Come to the library and make a two page scrapbook layout to celebrate the month of September. Pictures are optional for this session but please bring your own glue and/or tape and favorite scissors. One great program, TWO dates to choose from. Register for the date that fits your schedule best.
Monday nights are the night to spend some quality time at the library with your whole family. We'll share books, songs, movement activities and more. Everyone is welcome! No registration required!
Ages: All Ages
Parent Required
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Nathan Jefferies will be teaching this class. Learn how to create your very own Powerpoint presentation. How to work with text in Powerpoint, add clip art, and how to setup a presentation.
Join us for Puppy Tales on Tuesday evenings in September from 6:30-7:50pm. Registered children in Grades K-6 will have a 20 minute time slot to read one-on-one to a dog who loves to hear stories! Call 962-4032 for more information. Registration Required.
Grades: K - 6
Register: 859-962-4032
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Free GED classes are offered by Gateway Community & Technical College and the Kenton County Adult Education Program on Mondays from 5:30 to 8:00 and Wednesdays from 12-2:00 & 5:30 to 8:00.
Study for your GED and take advantage of all that this class has to offer. Call Betsy at 859-442-1180 for more information.
Ages: 16 and over.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
It's Library Card Sign-up Month, so come to the library and sign up for a card. Then we'll make and decorate a library card holder to keep your new card in. Call (859) 962-4032 to register.
Grades: 1 - 6
Register: 859-962-4032
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Pam Baker will be teaching this class. This class is for beginners who need to learn the different parts of the computer, how to use the mouse and some basic functions of the Windows operating systems. This will be a 2 part class. Each week we will take a look at some different functions of the computer.
Stockpiling Advanced Savings - Take It to the Next Level
Your binder is in order and your coupons are clipped but what happens now? Can you keep your sanity and take your system to the next level? Join the Stockpiling Moms for some advanced savings do's and don'ts.
Students will make a basic budget using Excel. Patrons will learn about formulas, tool bars, worksheets & charts. This class is part of the Workforce Development Grant.
Join Tom Turner owner of Kenton County ATA Martial Arts to learn basic board breaking skills. This is a hands-on class that will work on techniques and discuss the principles of physical and mental disciplines. Participants in the First through Sixth grades must have an adult participating with them.
Do you have UFOs (UnFinished Objects) and PIGS (Projects In Grocery Sacks) hidden in closets throughout your house? Dust off your incomplete project and get it finished! No teachers today-just good company and motivation. All crafts welcome.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Whether you're new to the art of quilting or just want to refresh your skills, this is the class for you! Instructors will teach basic quilting techniques while participants create a quilt block. Beginning students must call 859-962-4031 to register and obtain a list of Quilt
Materials
needed for the class. Are you an experienced quilter? Please stop by and show us your current project.
If you've ever wanted to learn how 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 a knitter's Bag of Basics with everything you'll need to get started on your first scarf.
Free GED classes are offered by Gateway Community & Technical College and the Kenton County Adult Education Program on Mondays from 5:30 to 8:00 and Wednesdays from 12-2:00 & 5:30 to 8:00.
Study for your GED and take advantage of all that this class has to offer. Call Betsy at 859-442-1180 for more information.
Ages: 16 and over.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Come in and learn this game that's popular all over the world! Arriving in America in the twenties, Mah Jongg quickly became the newest fad and favorite game to play. All skill levels are welcome! Games are played with the 2010 National Mah Jongg League cards and rules.
The Toastmasters are meeting at the Independence Senior Center! Call 859-802-9320 for additional information or just stop in. Learn more at the Toastmaster's website. Visit the Toastmaster's International website and the local webpage. Adults only please.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Pam Baker will be teaching this class. Pam will show you how to save files to your computer, flash drive and burn a CD. Students will burn a CD in this class.
Free GED classes are offered by Gateway Community & Technical College and the Kenton County Adult Education Program on Mondays from 5:30 to 8:00 and Wednesdays from 12-2:00 & 5:30 to 8:00.
Study for your GED and take advantage of all that this class has to offer. Call Betsy at 859-442-1180 for more information.
Ages: 16 and over.
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Can you tell me an “Adventure” in 1,500 words or less? Open to all writers! Only previously unpublished manuscripts will be accepted. Authors may submit two manuscripts. Stop by the Reference desk for complete rules. Entries should be submitted October 1 through October 31, 2010 by e-mail, snail mail, or in person to Brenda Clark at the W.E. Durr Branch of the Kenton County Library. Complete Rules
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Pam Baker will be teaching this class.Pam will be teaching you some basic internet skills. Learn about Yahoo, Google, how to build your favorites list, and much more.
Third Annual Spooky Story Writing Contest Reception
Come to the library for an afternoon of chills and thrills with the Independence Inklings. Winning stories from our Third Annual Spooky Story Writing Contest will be announced and read aloud at 3:00. All submissions will be on display with light refreshments available.
Charlie Bowen will be teaching this class.Charlie will be teaching you some basic internet skills. Learn about Yahoo, Google, how to build your favorites list, and much more.
Join us for Puppy Tales on Tuesday evenings in November from 6:30-7:50pm. Registered children in Grades K-6 will have a 20 minute time slot to read one-on-one to a dog who loves to hear stories! Call 962-4032 for more information. Registration Required.
Grades: K - 6
Register: 859-962-4032
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
Join us for Puppy Tales on Tuesday evenings in November from 6:30-7:50pm. Registered children in Grades K-6 will have a 20 minute time slot to read one-on-one to a dog who loves to hear stories! Call 962-4032 for more information. Registration Required.
Grades: K - 6
Register: 859-962-4032
Location: William E. Durr Branch, 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road
