It's Library Card Sign-up Month and you just secured a brand-new Kenton County Public Library Card. Maybe you even snagged the limited-edition Laufey Book Club x KCPL card, opens a new window. We think that's pretty cool.
So... what's next? You already know that we've got your back when it comes to books, but there's a lot more to discover beyond the physical stacks. Here are 10 additional things you can do to really make the most of your library card.
- Bring a creative project to life in the STREAM Center. Reserve equipment, opens a new window (first-timers should request new equipment training, opens a new window) to get started. Make t-shirts, stickers, buttons, posters and more. Maybe even 3D print a porch goose, opens a new window?
- Book a meeting room. Need free access to Wi-Fi and a change of scenery for studying? Want to gather in a private space for your book club? You can reserve a meeting space, opens a new window at any of our branches.
- Start learning a new language with Mango Languages, opens a new window. With 70+ world languages to choose from, the possibilities are endless. Prepare for an upcoming trip (or just jump into learning for fun) with realistic practice conversations.
- Meet with a Career Navigator. Whether you're actively job searching or looking for ways to enhance your career skills, our Career Navigators can provide personalized guidance. Schedule an appointment, opens a new window to connect.
- Borrow DVDs or watch free movies using Kanopy, opens a new window. To put it simply, we've got you covered for movie night.
- Connect your library card to Libby, opens a new window and hoopla, opens a new window. Access ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and more on your digital devices. It's like having the whole library catalog right in your pocket (or bag).
- Explore local history with Places and Faces. The History and Genealogy Department has an archive of over 100,000 regional historical photos. You can dig into these online, opens a new window and then head to the Covington Branch for support with researching your own family history.
- Browse staff-created book lists, opens a new window for recommendations. The KCPL team is always curating new recommendation lists for readers of all ages. In addition to that, be sure to look at all the staff displays inside the branches.
- Channel your creativity with Creativebug, opens a new window. Improve your art, crafting and DIY skills with thousands of award-winning video classes taught by design experts and artists.
- Attend an upcoming event at each branch location. There are exciting opportunities to engage with the library and your community at all four branches, opens a new window. Storytimes, author events, book clubs, yoga, plant swaps, bingo ... the list goes on and on.
And that is truly just the beginning. Think of your library card as an all-access pass to lifelong learning and community engagement. When you visit the Kenton County Public Library, there's always going to be something new for you to experience. Consider this your sign to start exploring.
See you soon at the library!
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