KCPL Blogs

Northern Kentucky’s Story Is America’s Story

By Chad ShowalterJune 12, 2026

As America approaches its 250th birthday, explore Northern Kentucky history through special events, genealogy resources and local stories at KCPL.

On Its 40th Anniversary, Ferris Bueller’s Advice Still Holds Up

By Chad ShowalterJune 11, 2026

"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." — Ferris Bueller Few movie quotes have aged as gracefully as Ferris Bueller's reminder to slow down and appreciate the moment. Released in U.S. theaters on June 11, 1986, Ferris Bueller's Day Off celebrates its…

A 43-Foot Whale Is Coming to Covington!

By Chad ShowalterJune 9, 2026

Step inside Nile, a 43-foot inflatable humpback whale at the Covington Branch on Monday, June 15. Touch real whale artifacts, learn about marine life and create a craft.

Covington Road Closures? You Can Still Access KCPL’s Empower Tools and Covington Branch

By Chad ShowalterJune 8, 2026

Road construction in Covington? Learn how to access KCPL's Covington Branch and Empower Tools during the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project.

Book Recommendations for National Best Friends Day

By Maggie FulmerJune 8, 2026

These eight books about friendship will give you and your bestie something to talk about this summer.

Chapter Two Begins: Join Us for the Latonia Branch’s First Anniversary Celebration

By Chad ShowalterJune 5, 2026

Celebrate one year of the Latonia Branch with special events, live music, giveaways and a look back at a century of library history.

FREE Family Fun on Monday, June 8: Roll Into Summer Reading at Strike & Spare

By Chad ShowalterJune 4, 2026

Summer Reading is officially underway at Kenton County Public Library, and we're celebrating with a day of FREE family fun at Strike & Spare in Erlanger.