Kenton County Public Library Calendar February 2013
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Kenton County Public Library
calendar
february 2013
free programs and events
Improve Your Computer Skills!
*registration is required for these classes. Please phone the number listed or visit www.kentonlibrary.org/events.
Covington Library
Register (859) 962-4071 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events
facebook*
Thursday, February 21, 1:30 p.m.
Saving your files and burning CDs*
Tuesday, February 26, 6:30 p.m.
Individually Scheduled Classes
February 1-28 Limited individual sessions can be scheduled in Covington to meet your computer instruction needs. Accommodations can also be made at your location for groups with a computer lab. Topics include: Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher), First Time Computer Users, Exploring the Internet, Creating and Using E-mail, and Job Searching and the Internet. Contact Susan Rasche at (859) 962-4060 Ext. 4215 or [email protected] for registration.
Erlanger Branch
Register (859) 962-4002 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events
Introduction to e-books*
Tuesdays, February 5 & 19, 6:30 p.m. Learn about several e-book readers and how to download Library e-books for free.
Microsoft excel*
Learn tips and tricks for using your iPad, February 18 at the Erlanger Branch.
Durr Branch
Register (859) 962-4031 or www.kentonlibrary.org/ events Tuesday, February 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Part #1: Tuesday, February 12, 6:30 p.m. Part #2: Tuesday, February 26, 6:30 p.m.
first Time Computer users*
Thursday, February 14, 6:30 p.m. Get help using the computer, keyboard, and mouse in this introductory computer class.
PowerPoint*
Monday, February 18, 6:30 p.m.
Introduction to PowerPoint*
Thursday, February 7, 1:30 pm
Open Lab*
iPad Tips & Tricks*
Monday, February 18, 6:30 p.m.
Introduction to e-books*
Tuesday, February 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, February 28, 1:30-3 p.m.
email for beginners*
Thursday, February 21, 6:30 p.m.
using Templates to Create a Greeting Card*
Thursday, February 14, 1:30 p.m.
facebook for beginners*
Thursday, February 28, 6:30 p.m.
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Introduction to Pinterest*
Tuesday, February 19, 6:30 p.m.
Hours:
M-Th Fri. Sat. Sun. 9 am - 9 pm 9 am - 6 pm 10 am - 5 pm 1 pm - 5 pm
Covington Library
502 Scott Boulevard, Covington, KY 41011 • (859) 962-4060 *Registration required. Go online or call 962-4071 for adult and teen programs, 962-4077 for children’s.
Please check the Library’s event website or Facebook page to find out about additional programs and services taking place at the Covington Library.
Adults
Saturday, February 2, 11 a.m. Monday, February 11, noon Sunday, February 17, 3 p.m. Wednesday, February 27, 6 p.m. Learn how to use the library catalog to search for items, place holds, and manage your account.
Congenealogy
Library Catalog 101
Monday, February 25, 6:30-8 p.m. (Program held at Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center) Interested in growing your family tree? If so, join other “congenial genealogists” for an informal evening of lively discussion.
Teen Council
Wednesday, February 27, 4-5 p.m. Have your voice heard about things you would like to see happening at the Library.
Weekly Preschool Storytimes
Preschool Storytime*
Ages 3-5 years Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Come to the Library for stories, songs and activities just for preschoolers. Storytimes are designed to help children develop early literacy skills.
Children
Puppy Tales
Grades 1-6 Sunday, February 3, 1-3 p.m. Reading to a real dog companion improves reading skills and dogs make great listeners!
Job Search One-on-One
Teens
GRAdes 6-12
Sundays, February 10 & 24, 3 p.m. Meet one-on-one with an expert staff member for guidance on the Library’s job search assistance. Learn about the assistance the Library offers for writing resumes and applying for jobs.
Choco Cravings
Toddler Time*
Wednesday, February 13, 4-5 p.m. Learn new tidbits, savor varieties and create simple but decadent recipes.
art Club
Grades Pre-K-6 Mondays in February, 4-5 p.m. Join us each Monday for creative and hands-on art programs which cover a variety of subjects.
aarP Tax aide Program
Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-noon, February 6 - April 10 Program held at Gateway Urban Campus (across the street from the Covington Library)
aniManga Club
Wednesday, February 20, 4-5 p.m. Drop in for the newest anime films and manga.
Age 24 months & a parent Tuesdays, 11 a.m. Toddlers, bring your favorite adult to share books, songs and activities just for two-year-olds. Siblings are welcome. Storytimes are designed to develop early literacy skills.
family Storytime*
TeenS!
Join your friends for Choco Cravings! Wednesday, February 13
Ages 0-5 years & a parent Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Families with young children, this storytime is for you. Make Wednesday library night!
babes in Storyland*
Ages 0-24 months Thursdays, 10 a.m. Develop your baby’s early literacy skills and make new friends through stories, songs, sign language and finger plays. Siblings are welcome.
Play art
ummmmmm!
Ages 2-6 years & a parent Fridays, 10-11 a.m. Join us for some creative playtime with songs, stories and hands-on art.
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Hours:
M-F Sat. Sun. 9 am - 9 pm 10 am - 5 pm 1 pm - 5 pm
William E. Durr Branch
1992 Walton-Nicholson Rd., Independence, KY 41051•(859) 962-4030
*Registration required. Go online or call 962-4031 for adult and teen programs, 962-4032 for children’s.
Weekly Preschool Storytimes
Storytimes designed to help children develop early literacy skills and a love of books. In addition to listening to stories, storytimes may include songs, activities, rhymes, fingerplays and more.
Adults
Stitch-a-Longs
February 1-28 New patterns posted online each month that will stretch your stitching skills. This month’s projects: Baby blankets!
Weekly GeD Classes
Mondays & Wednesdays, 5-7:30 p.m.
Diabetes Support Group*
adult book Discussions
Movie vs book*
Preschool Storytime
Ages 3-5 Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Stories and songs with Joel the Singing Librarian.
Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter Grades 6 to adult Friday, February 1, 6-8 p.m. Join us tonight for the movie and come back next week for the book discussion. Pizza provided with registration! Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
“Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter” by Seth Grahame-Smith Tuesday, February 5, 7-8:30 p.m. “Nothing daunted” by Dorothy Wickenden Tuesday, February 19, 7-8:30 p.m. Pick up your book at reference desk and join us to discuss.
Wednesday, February 6, 6:30-8 p.m. Join staff from the Northern Kentucky Health Department and other diabetics to share tips and resources. February’s topic: Healthy Recipes
Stitchers night Out
W.W.I.n.K*
Toddler Time
Project Linus: Make a blanket Day!*
Ages 2-3 & parent or guardian Tuesdays, 7-7:30 p.m. Toddlers and their favorite adult are invited to a special storytime just for them. Ages 0-24 months & a parent/ guardian • Wednesdays, 7 p.m. • Thursdays - 9:30 a.m. (prewalkers) - 10:30 a.m. (walkers) Bring your baby to the library for language enrichment with stories, songs and rhymes. Limited to first 15 babies in attendance.
babes in Storyland
Saturday, February 2, 10-4 p.m. Become a blanketeer while you learn how to make a fleece blanket with tied-strips. Materials provided while supplies last. Tools needed: very sharp scissors or rotary blade, cutting mat, quilter’s ruler. All blankets will be donated to Project Linus.
Wednesdays in February, 5-6 p.m. Wellness Walkers In Northern Kentucky is open to anyone who would like to make walking for exercise part of their normal routine. Bring your own hand weights or bands and dress in comfy clothes. Come for one mile, two or even all three miles using One Mile Walking DVD.
Thursdays, February 7 & 21, 5-8:30 p.m. Meet and mingle with local stitchers! Have fun swapping patterns, sharing techniques and trading tips on stitches, sweaters and other projects. Cast on for this month’s KAL or CAL or both!
Open Crafting
Saturdays, February 9 & 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Join the library crafters and you won’t have to clean off your kitchen table just to work on a project.
Independence Inklings
Sundays, February 3 & 17, 2-4:30 p.m. Come join the Independence Inklings — a critique group for adults who write fiction.
Playart
Make It With Jackie: Greeting Cards*
Ages 2-6 & a parent/guardian Thursdays, 1:30 & 7 pm Fridays, 10 & 11a.m. Join us for stories and a craft. See website for weekly themes.
Sunday, February 3, 2-4 p.m. Join crafty lady Jackie Waibel and learn how to make personalized greeting cards. All supplies provided. Adults only please.
Mah Jongg Madness*
Mondays, February 4 & 18, 1-4 p.m. Come in and learn this game that’s popular all over the world! All skill levels are welcome! New students, please register.
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Bring your craft project to the Library! Join other crafters on Saturdays, February 9 & 23.
Second Saturday book Club
Lego Time
“The Watsons go to Birmingham” by Christopher Paul Curtis Grades 3-6 Saturday, February 9, 1:30 p.m. Snack and chat about awesome books while earning AR or Reading Counts points for school! February’s featured book is “The Watsons go to Birmingham” by Christopher Paul Curtis. You can pick up your book starting January 12th.
Ages 6-12 years Thursday, February 14, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Let your imagination run wild! Create a masterpiece with our big collection of Legos.
Quilting*
Saturdays, February 9 & 23, 10:30-noon Instructors will teach basic quilting techniques while participants create a quilt block.
Teens
GRAdes 6-12
reading is So Sweet!
Grades K-6 Monday, February 25, 4:30-5 p.m. Celebrate Read Across America Day by making yummy bookworms. Open to the first 30 in attendance.
Cook up a Story: Crispy Worms
no Parents allowed! College & financial aid
Ages 0-12 years Sunday, February 10 through Saturday, February 16 Stop by the Children’s Desk for a sweet contest! You could even win a sweet prize!
Scarf It up!*
Saturday, February 9, 2:30-4 p.m. Thursday, February 21, 6-7:30 p.m. Learn basic stitches while you make a scarf. Students will receive knitting needles and yarn to start your first scarf.
Monday, February 4, 6-8 p.m. No parents allowed! No question is too silly or too weird! Have college questions you don’t want to ask with parents or teachers around? Frequent Durr Teen Programs Guest Star (guidance counselor by day) Wendy is here to help.
The Wonderful World of Oz*
Candy > Hearts
Toastmasters
Mondays, February 11 & 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m. We help adults from all walks of life to improve their communication skills. Adults only please.
Thursday, February 14, 6-8 p.m. Everyone is welcome at the Library for a candy-riffic time!
Ages 3-12 years & a parent Sunday, February 10, 2 p.m. Escape to the wonderful world of Oz at the Durr Branch Library. Participate in magical activities inspired by the Disney movie “Oz: The Great and Powerful.”
February 9 & 21 Grades 6-Adult
Learn to knit at Scarf It up!
anime Club
funday Monday: Harmonica
Open Scrap*
Saturday, February 16, 2-4:30 p.m. Pizza and anime!
Friday, February 15, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. & 4-8 p.m. Bring your stamps, papers, and scissors to enjoy scrapping and cropping with friends. Adults only please.
fandom friday
Learn to Crochet: basics*
Saturday, February 23, 2-4 p.m. Learn the basics of crochet at the Library! Instructors will teach four basic stitches while making a scarf. Students will receive everything needed to get started.
Pixar Friday, February 22, 6-8 p.m. This month, Fandom Friday is a Pixar celebration! There’ll be crafty things and voting for which shorts to watch!
Grades K-6 Monday, February 11, 4:30-5 p.m. Serenade your loved ones this Valentine’s Day with a harmonica you create! Open to the first 30 in attendance.
Children’s
Valentine Party*
Ages 3-12 years Saturday, February 2, 2-3 p.m. Be a sweetheart and come to a “love-ly” party!
Learn about past presidents at this month’s Homeschooler’s Club!
Homeschooler’s Club: Positively Presidential*
Grades K-6 & a parent Wednesday, February 6, 10:30-11:30 a.m. We’ll take a look at presidents past, play presidential bingo and make our very own edible log cabins.
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Hours:
M-F Sat. Sun. 9 am - 9 pm 10 am - 6 pm 1 pm - 5 pm
Erlanger Branch Library
401 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018 • (859) 962-4000
*Registration required. Go online or call 962-4002 for adult and teen programs, 962-4003 for children’s.
Everyone
Special event: Valentine Party
Sunday, February 10, 2 p.m. The Library is a LOVE-ly place to bring your family to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Enjoy entertainment and crafts. Co-sponsored by Erlanger Parks and Recreation Department.
Adults
fast Track to the GeD
Hear a fascinating presentation by the director of the PBS documentary, “The Seige of Cincinnati,” February 5. film fridays Senior Movie Day
everyone is invited to the Library’s Valentine Party february 10!
Mondays, February 4,11 & 25, 5:30-8 p.m. See if you are ready for the GED by taking the Official Practice Test. GED preparation and pretesting are provided by Gateway Community and Technical College and funded through Kentucky Adult Education.
Friday, February 8, 1p.m. & 6 p.m. This month, watch and discuss the critically acclaimed “Beasts of the southern Wild.”
Local History Series: The Greatest Civil War battle never fought*
Tuesday, February 5, 7 p.m. Join us for a fascinating presentation about the Siege of Cincinnati. Presented by the director of the 2012 PBS documentary, “The Siege of Cincinnati.”
Tuesday, February 12, 7 p.m. Join us for a fascinating historical lecture about some of the wonderful women artists from the Greater Cincinnati area.
Cincinnati Women artists*
Wednesday, February 27, 1 p.m. This month, we’ll watch and discuss “An Affair to Remember,” starring Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr. Cosponsored by Madonna Manor.
The History of rookwood Pottery*
Knitting Group*
Thursday, February 28, 7 p.m. Learn about the development, decline, and resurgence of Cincinnati’s own Rookwood Pottery.
book Discussions
• “Ava’s Man,” by Rick Bragg Wednesday, February 6, 7 p.m. • “The Magnificent Ambersons,” by Booth Tarkington Wednesday, February 20, 7 p.m. • “One for the Money,” by Janet Evanovich Thursday, February 21, 2 p.m. Books can be picked up at the reference desk up to four weeks prior to the discussion.
Thursday, February 14, 7 p.m. Learn to knit or bring your own knitting project. New knitters should bring size 10.5 needles and thick and chunky yarn.
Teens
GRAdes 6-12 unless otherwise indicated Saturday, February 2, 6 p.m. Kick off Fandom February with a late night anime club! Erlanger Library will be staying open just for teens! The program begins at 6 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m. You must have a permission slip turned in by January 30 to attend.
The Life & assassination of William Goebel*
anime after Hours*
Writers’ Group
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Thursdays, February 7 & 21, 6:30 p.m. 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.
Tuesday, February 19, 7 p.m. He destroyed lives, usurped power, undermined democracy, and was a murderer. He was Kenton County’s William Goebel, the 34th Governor of Kentucky. Learn about his life from Howard McEwen, author of “Wrath: The Life and Assassination of a United States Governor.”
Teen Space
remembering ruth Lyons*
Tuesday, February 26, 7 p.m. Take a stroll down memory lane with this lively presentation about the great Ruth Lyons.
Mondays and Wednesdays in February, 4-6 p.m. Need a place to hang out? From Xbox 360 to Wii, Rock Band to Kinect, laptops and even board games — Teen Space has it all.
Chess Club
Grades 1-12 Tuesdays in February, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Chess players and “would-be” chess players are invited to enjoy this game of strategy.
book Club: beyond the book*
Teen advisory board
Creative Writing Workshop*
Tuesday, February 12, 5-6:30 p.m. Join Erlanger’s new book club just for teens! This month’s book is “Leviathan,” by Scott Westerfeld. Always open to new members. Snacks and drinks will be served.
Wednesday, February 20, 6:30-8 p.m. 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!
yu-Gi-Oh Tournament*
Weekly Preschool Storytimes
Storytimes designed to help children develop early literacy skills and a love of books. In addition to listening to stories, storytimes may include songs, activities, rhymes, fingerplays and more.
Grades 3-7 Wednesday, February 6, 6 p.m. Love to read stories and come up with your own? Want to become a writer, artist, author, or poet? Join Dixie Heights High School’s Creative Writing 2 class for an interactive and fun creative writing workshop! Registration is required.
erlanime
Wednesday, February 13, 6:30-8 p.m. 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 cool anime prize!
Friday, February 22, 4-7 p.m. Erlanger’s first Yu-Gi-Oh trading card game tournament! Participants may play with their own decks, OR choose to build a deck from a box of random cards. Registration required.
Manga Club*
babes in Storyland
Craft: Cat ears*
Wednesday, February 6, 6:30-8 p.m. Make anime-style wearable cat ears at this month’s craft with Anna Baker! All supplies are provided.
Panel— battle royale: Ponies, Gundams, & Magical Girls
Tuesday, February 26, 4:30-6 p.m. Join other manga, anime, and graphic novel fans to talk about your favorites, your least favorites, and what you’re reading now.
Ages 0-24 months & a parent Mondays,10 a.m. Tuesdays,10 & 11 a.m. Limited to the first 15 babies in attendance.
rise n Shine
The Word Processors
Thursdays, February 7 & 21, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Teens are invited to share their knack for the written word with other area teenagers and receive feedback and constructive criticism. All skill levels and writing styles accepted. This is a relaxed setting and there is no pressure! Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Friday, February 15, 4-6 p.m. Come and support your fandom at a Battle Royale convention-style panel! Open to all otaku, nerds, geeks, or muggles in grades 6-12.
Children
Ages 2-12 years Mondays in February, 4:30-6 p.m. and Saturdays, February 9 & 23, noon-2 p.m. Children who are not native English speakers, and children who want to boost their reading performance, are encouraged to attend.
Ages 2-5 years & a parent Mondays, 11 a.m.
reading buddies Club
bedtime Stories
Teen Movie night
Ages 2-5 years & a parent Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Wear your pajamas!
Monday, February 18, 6-8 p.m. This month’s movie night is a double feature! We will be watching the anime movies,“dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the dragon” and “dragon Ball Z: Fusion Reborn.” These movies are rated PG.
Toddler Time
Age 2 & a parent Wednesdays, 11 a.m.
Playart
Wednesday Crafternoons
Special event: un-Valentine’s Day Party
rPG Game night
Sunday, February 10, 2 p.m. Stop by the Library to celebrate UnValentine’s Day by making a dreadful Valentine, write un-love letters, and more! Co-sponsored by Erlanger Parks and Recreation Department.
Tuesday, February 19, 5:30-7 p.m. Open gaming featuring role-playing card games and board games like Ascension, Savage Worlds, Summoner Wars, Android: Netrunner, and more!
Ages 6-12 years Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. Join us each week for a different story and craft. February 6: Chinese New Year February 13: Valentines Mail Box February 20: Build a Better Bird Feeder February 27: Seeds of Greatness!
Ages 2-6 years & a parent Wednesdays, 1:30 & 7 p.m. Fridays, 10 & 11:30 a.m. Children are invited to listen to stories and create an original work of art. Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Preschool Storytime
Ages 3-5 years Thursdays, 10 &11:30 a.m. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Chess Club meets Tuesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Creative Writing Workshop
Grades 3-7 Wednesday, Feb. 6, 6 p.m. See Teens.
Pizza Party!
Ages 6-12 years Thursday, February 7, 7-8 p.m. Beat the winter blahs with a pizza party! Bring friends for stories and pizza!
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M-Th: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri.*: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sat.** 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sun. 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. * The Covington Library closes at 6 p.m. on Friday ** Erlanger open until 6 p.m. on Saturday
Erlanger Branch Library, continued from page 7
Homeschool Program: The Dirt on Water Pollution* Valentine Party!
Grades 1-6 Friday, February 8, 10:30 a.m. Our Ohio River is one of our most precious natural resources. The educators from the Foundation for Ohio River Education will demonstrate how sediment pollutes our river, and show us how to measure turbidity in water samples. Ages 6-12 years Thursday, February 14, 7-8 p.m. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with friends, stories, games, snacks, and a craft!
School age Programs: Happy Pluto Day!
Puppy Tales
Grades 1-6 & a parent Sunday, February 17, 2-4 p.m. Read to a dog at the library! Studies have shown that reading to dogs improves children’s reading skills.
Ages 6-12 years Thursday, February 21, 7-8 p.m. Celebrate the discovery of Pluto, (planet or not!) with space books, a snack, a craft, and weather permitting, the telescope!
for Me, for you, for Later
Homeschool Science: amazing astronomy!*
Ages 6-12 years Friday, February 22, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Astronomy is amazing! Learn how a telescope works (hands-on!), make a star chart, discuss constellations and more!
Let It Snow!*
Ages 3-7 years Friday, February 8, 4 p.m. Join Miss Julie in a celebration of all things winter! We will read snowy stories, make a snowy craft and enjoy a snack.
Lego Time
Ages 3-5 years Thursday, February 28, 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. 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.
Ages 5-12 years Thursdays, February 21 & 28, 4-5 p.m. Let’s hang out and have fun at Lego Time. We will use our imagination to create our best lego creation ever. Limited to 40 children.
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Study astronomy! Kids ages 6-12 celebrate Pluto on February 21. Homeschoolers learn how a telescope works, make a star chart and more on February 22.
calendar
february 2013
free programs and events
Improve Your Computer Skills!
*registration is required for these classes. Please phone the number listed or visit www.kentonlibrary.org/events.
Covington Library
Register (859) 962-4071 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events
facebook*
Thursday, February 21, 1:30 p.m.
Saving your files and burning CDs*
Tuesday, February 26, 6:30 p.m.
Individually Scheduled Classes
February 1-28 Limited individual sessions can be scheduled in Covington to meet your computer instruction needs. Accommodations can also be made at your location for groups with a computer lab. Topics include: Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher), First Time Computer Users, Exploring the Internet, Creating and Using E-mail, and Job Searching and the Internet. Contact Susan Rasche at (859) 962-4060 Ext. 4215 or [email protected] for registration.
Erlanger Branch
Register (859) 962-4002 or www.kentonlibrary.org/events
Introduction to e-books*
Tuesdays, February 5 & 19, 6:30 p.m. Learn about several e-book readers and how to download Library e-books for free.
Microsoft excel*
Learn tips and tricks for using your iPad, February 18 at the Erlanger Branch.
Durr Branch
Register (859) 962-4031 or www.kentonlibrary.org/ events Tuesday, February 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Part #1: Tuesday, February 12, 6:30 p.m. Part #2: Tuesday, February 26, 6:30 p.m.
first Time Computer users*
Thursday, February 14, 6:30 p.m. Get help using the computer, keyboard, and mouse in this introductory computer class.
PowerPoint*
Monday, February 18, 6:30 p.m.
Introduction to PowerPoint*
Thursday, February 7, 1:30 pm
Open Lab*
iPad Tips & Tricks*
Monday, February 18, 6:30 p.m.
Introduction to e-books*
Tuesday, February 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, February 28, 1:30-3 p.m.
email for beginners*
Thursday, February 21, 6:30 p.m.
using Templates to Create a Greeting Card*
Thursday, February 14, 1:30 p.m.
facebook for beginners*
Thursday, February 28, 6:30 p.m.
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Introduction to Pinterest*
Tuesday, February 19, 6:30 p.m.
Hours:
M-Th Fri. Sat. Sun. 9 am - 9 pm 9 am - 6 pm 10 am - 5 pm 1 pm - 5 pm
Covington Library
502 Scott Boulevard, Covington, KY 41011 • (859) 962-4060 *Registration required. Go online or call 962-4071 for adult and teen programs, 962-4077 for children’s.
Please check the Library’s event website or Facebook page to find out about additional programs and services taking place at the Covington Library.
Adults
Saturday, February 2, 11 a.m. Monday, February 11, noon Sunday, February 17, 3 p.m. Wednesday, February 27, 6 p.m. Learn how to use the library catalog to search for items, place holds, and manage your account.
Congenealogy
Library Catalog 101
Monday, February 25, 6:30-8 p.m. (Program held at Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center) Interested in growing your family tree? If so, join other “congenial genealogists” for an informal evening of lively discussion.
Teen Council
Wednesday, February 27, 4-5 p.m. Have your voice heard about things you would like to see happening at the Library.
Weekly Preschool Storytimes
Preschool Storytime*
Ages 3-5 years Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Come to the Library for stories, songs and activities just for preschoolers. Storytimes are designed to help children develop early literacy skills.
Children
Puppy Tales
Grades 1-6 Sunday, February 3, 1-3 p.m. Reading to a real dog companion improves reading skills and dogs make great listeners!
Job Search One-on-One
Teens
GRAdes 6-12
Sundays, February 10 & 24, 3 p.m. Meet one-on-one with an expert staff member for guidance on the Library’s job search assistance. Learn about the assistance the Library offers for writing resumes and applying for jobs.
Choco Cravings
Toddler Time*
Wednesday, February 13, 4-5 p.m. Learn new tidbits, savor varieties and create simple but decadent recipes.
art Club
Grades Pre-K-6 Mondays in February, 4-5 p.m. Join us each Monday for creative and hands-on art programs which cover a variety of subjects.
aarP Tax aide Program
Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-noon, February 6 - April 10 Program held at Gateway Urban Campus (across the street from the Covington Library)
aniManga Club
Wednesday, February 20, 4-5 p.m. Drop in for the newest anime films and manga.
Age 24 months & a parent Tuesdays, 11 a.m. Toddlers, bring your favorite adult to share books, songs and activities just for two-year-olds. Siblings are welcome. Storytimes are designed to develop early literacy skills.
family Storytime*
TeenS!
Join your friends for Choco Cravings! Wednesday, February 13
Ages 0-5 years & a parent Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Families with young children, this storytime is for you. Make Wednesday library night!
babes in Storyland*
Ages 0-24 months Thursdays, 10 a.m. Develop your baby’s early literacy skills and make new friends through stories, songs, sign language and finger plays. Siblings are welcome.
Play art
ummmmmm!
Ages 2-6 years & a parent Fridays, 10-11 a.m. Join us for some creative playtime with songs, stories and hands-on art.
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Hours:
M-F Sat. Sun. 9 am - 9 pm 10 am - 5 pm 1 pm - 5 pm
William E. Durr Branch
1992 Walton-Nicholson Rd., Independence, KY 41051•(859) 962-4030
*Registration required. Go online or call 962-4031 for adult and teen programs, 962-4032 for children’s.
Weekly Preschool Storytimes
Storytimes designed to help children develop early literacy skills and a love of books. In addition to listening to stories, storytimes may include songs, activities, rhymes, fingerplays and more.
Adults
Stitch-a-Longs
February 1-28 New patterns posted online each month that will stretch your stitching skills. This month’s projects: Baby blankets!
Weekly GeD Classes
Mondays & Wednesdays, 5-7:30 p.m.
Diabetes Support Group*
adult book Discussions
Movie vs book*
Preschool Storytime
Ages 3-5 Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Stories and songs with Joel the Singing Librarian.
Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter Grades 6 to adult Friday, February 1, 6-8 p.m. Join us tonight for the movie and come back next week for the book discussion. Pizza provided with registration! Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
“Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter” by Seth Grahame-Smith Tuesday, February 5, 7-8:30 p.m. “Nothing daunted” by Dorothy Wickenden Tuesday, February 19, 7-8:30 p.m. Pick up your book at reference desk and join us to discuss.
Wednesday, February 6, 6:30-8 p.m. Join staff from the Northern Kentucky Health Department and other diabetics to share tips and resources. February’s topic: Healthy Recipes
Stitchers night Out
W.W.I.n.K*
Toddler Time
Project Linus: Make a blanket Day!*
Ages 2-3 & parent or guardian Tuesdays, 7-7:30 p.m. Toddlers and their favorite adult are invited to a special storytime just for them. Ages 0-24 months & a parent/ guardian • Wednesdays, 7 p.m. • Thursdays - 9:30 a.m. (prewalkers) - 10:30 a.m. (walkers) Bring your baby to the library for language enrichment with stories, songs and rhymes. Limited to first 15 babies in attendance.
babes in Storyland
Saturday, February 2, 10-4 p.m. Become a blanketeer while you learn how to make a fleece blanket with tied-strips. Materials provided while supplies last. Tools needed: very sharp scissors or rotary blade, cutting mat, quilter’s ruler. All blankets will be donated to Project Linus.
Wednesdays in February, 5-6 p.m. Wellness Walkers In Northern Kentucky is open to anyone who would like to make walking for exercise part of their normal routine. Bring your own hand weights or bands and dress in comfy clothes. Come for one mile, two or even all three miles using One Mile Walking DVD.
Thursdays, February 7 & 21, 5-8:30 p.m. Meet and mingle with local stitchers! Have fun swapping patterns, sharing techniques and trading tips on stitches, sweaters and other projects. Cast on for this month’s KAL or CAL or both!
Open Crafting
Saturdays, February 9 & 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Join the library crafters and you won’t have to clean off your kitchen table just to work on a project.
Independence Inklings
Sundays, February 3 & 17, 2-4:30 p.m. Come join the Independence Inklings — a critique group for adults who write fiction.
Playart
Make It With Jackie: Greeting Cards*
Ages 2-6 & a parent/guardian Thursdays, 1:30 & 7 pm Fridays, 10 & 11a.m. Join us for stories and a craft. See website for weekly themes.
Sunday, February 3, 2-4 p.m. Join crafty lady Jackie Waibel and learn how to make personalized greeting cards. All supplies provided. Adults only please.
Mah Jongg Madness*
Mondays, February 4 & 18, 1-4 p.m. Come in and learn this game that’s popular all over the world! All skill levels are welcome! New students, please register.
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Bring your craft project to the Library! Join other crafters on Saturdays, February 9 & 23.
Second Saturday book Club
Lego Time
“The Watsons go to Birmingham” by Christopher Paul Curtis Grades 3-6 Saturday, February 9, 1:30 p.m. Snack and chat about awesome books while earning AR or Reading Counts points for school! February’s featured book is “The Watsons go to Birmingham” by Christopher Paul Curtis. You can pick up your book starting January 12th.
Ages 6-12 years Thursday, February 14, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Let your imagination run wild! Create a masterpiece with our big collection of Legos.
Quilting*
Saturdays, February 9 & 23, 10:30-noon Instructors will teach basic quilting techniques while participants create a quilt block.
Teens
GRAdes 6-12
reading is So Sweet!
Grades K-6 Monday, February 25, 4:30-5 p.m. Celebrate Read Across America Day by making yummy bookworms. Open to the first 30 in attendance.
Cook up a Story: Crispy Worms
no Parents allowed! College & financial aid
Ages 0-12 years Sunday, February 10 through Saturday, February 16 Stop by the Children’s Desk for a sweet contest! You could even win a sweet prize!
Scarf It up!*
Saturday, February 9, 2:30-4 p.m. Thursday, February 21, 6-7:30 p.m. Learn basic stitches while you make a scarf. Students will receive knitting needles and yarn to start your first scarf.
Monday, February 4, 6-8 p.m. No parents allowed! No question is too silly or too weird! Have college questions you don’t want to ask with parents or teachers around? Frequent Durr Teen Programs Guest Star (guidance counselor by day) Wendy is here to help.
The Wonderful World of Oz*
Candy > Hearts
Toastmasters
Mondays, February 11 & 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m. We help adults from all walks of life to improve their communication skills. Adults only please.
Thursday, February 14, 6-8 p.m. Everyone is welcome at the Library for a candy-riffic time!
Ages 3-12 years & a parent Sunday, February 10, 2 p.m. Escape to the wonderful world of Oz at the Durr Branch Library. Participate in magical activities inspired by the Disney movie “Oz: The Great and Powerful.”
February 9 & 21 Grades 6-Adult
Learn to knit at Scarf It up!
anime Club
funday Monday: Harmonica
Open Scrap*
Saturday, February 16, 2-4:30 p.m. Pizza and anime!
Friday, February 15, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. & 4-8 p.m. Bring your stamps, papers, and scissors to enjoy scrapping and cropping with friends. Adults only please.
fandom friday
Learn to Crochet: basics*
Saturday, February 23, 2-4 p.m. Learn the basics of crochet at the Library! Instructors will teach four basic stitches while making a scarf. Students will receive everything needed to get started.
Pixar Friday, February 22, 6-8 p.m. This month, Fandom Friday is a Pixar celebration! There’ll be crafty things and voting for which shorts to watch!
Grades K-6 Monday, February 11, 4:30-5 p.m. Serenade your loved ones this Valentine’s Day with a harmonica you create! Open to the first 30 in attendance.
Children’s
Valentine Party*
Ages 3-12 years Saturday, February 2, 2-3 p.m. Be a sweetheart and come to a “love-ly” party!
Learn about past presidents at this month’s Homeschooler’s Club!
Homeschooler’s Club: Positively Presidential*
Grades K-6 & a parent Wednesday, February 6, 10:30-11:30 a.m. We’ll take a look at presidents past, play presidential bingo and make our very own edible log cabins.
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Hours:
M-F Sat. Sun. 9 am - 9 pm 10 am - 6 pm 1 pm - 5 pm
Erlanger Branch Library
401 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018 • (859) 962-4000
*Registration required. Go online or call 962-4002 for adult and teen programs, 962-4003 for children’s.
Everyone
Special event: Valentine Party
Sunday, February 10, 2 p.m. The Library is a LOVE-ly place to bring your family to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Enjoy entertainment and crafts. Co-sponsored by Erlanger Parks and Recreation Department.
Adults
fast Track to the GeD
Hear a fascinating presentation by the director of the PBS documentary, “The Seige of Cincinnati,” February 5. film fridays Senior Movie Day
everyone is invited to the Library’s Valentine Party february 10!
Mondays, February 4,11 & 25, 5:30-8 p.m. See if you are ready for the GED by taking the Official Practice Test. GED preparation and pretesting are provided by Gateway Community and Technical College and funded through Kentucky Adult Education.
Friday, February 8, 1p.m. & 6 p.m. This month, watch and discuss the critically acclaimed “Beasts of the southern Wild.”
Local History Series: The Greatest Civil War battle never fought*
Tuesday, February 5, 7 p.m. Join us for a fascinating presentation about the Siege of Cincinnati. Presented by the director of the 2012 PBS documentary, “The Siege of Cincinnati.”
Tuesday, February 12, 7 p.m. Join us for a fascinating historical lecture about some of the wonderful women artists from the Greater Cincinnati area.
Cincinnati Women artists*
Wednesday, February 27, 1 p.m. This month, we’ll watch and discuss “An Affair to Remember,” starring Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr. Cosponsored by Madonna Manor.
The History of rookwood Pottery*
Knitting Group*
Thursday, February 28, 7 p.m. Learn about the development, decline, and resurgence of Cincinnati’s own Rookwood Pottery.
book Discussions
• “Ava’s Man,” by Rick Bragg Wednesday, February 6, 7 p.m. • “The Magnificent Ambersons,” by Booth Tarkington Wednesday, February 20, 7 p.m. • “One for the Money,” by Janet Evanovich Thursday, February 21, 2 p.m. Books can be picked up at the reference desk up to four weeks prior to the discussion.
Thursday, February 14, 7 p.m. Learn to knit or bring your own knitting project. New knitters should bring size 10.5 needles and thick and chunky yarn.
Teens
GRAdes 6-12 unless otherwise indicated Saturday, February 2, 6 p.m. Kick off Fandom February with a late night anime club! Erlanger Library will be staying open just for teens! The program begins at 6 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m. You must have a permission slip turned in by January 30 to attend.
The Life & assassination of William Goebel*
anime after Hours*
Writers’ Group
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Thursdays, February 7 & 21, 6:30 p.m. 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.
Tuesday, February 19, 7 p.m. He destroyed lives, usurped power, undermined democracy, and was a murderer. He was Kenton County’s William Goebel, the 34th Governor of Kentucky. Learn about his life from Howard McEwen, author of “Wrath: The Life and Assassination of a United States Governor.”
Teen Space
remembering ruth Lyons*
Tuesday, February 26, 7 p.m. Take a stroll down memory lane with this lively presentation about the great Ruth Lyons.
Mondays and Wednesdays in February, 4-6 p.m. Need a place to hang out? From Xbox 360 to Wii, Rock Band to Kinect, laptops and even board games — Teen Space has it all.
Chess Club
Grades 1-12 Tuesdays in February, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Chess players and “would-be” chess players are invited to enjoy this game of strategy.
book Club: beyond the book*
Teen advisory board
Creative Writing Workshop*
Tuesday, February 12, 5-6:30 p.m. Join Erlanger’s new book club just for teens! This month’s book is “Leviathan,” by Scott Westerfeld. Always open to new members. Snacks and drinks will be served.
Wednesday, February 20, 6:30-8 p.m. 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!
yu-Gi-Oh Tournament*
Weekly Preschool Storytimes
Storytimes designed to help children develop early literacy skills and a love of books. In addition to listening to stories, storytimes may include songs, activities, rhymes, fingerplays and more.
Grades 3-7 Wednesday, February 6, 6 p.m. Love to read stories and come up with your own? Want to become a writer, artist, author, or poet? Join Dixie Heights High School’s Creative Writing 2 class for an interactive and fun creative writing workshop! Registration is required.
erlanime
Wednesday, February 13, 6:30-8 p.m. 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 cool anime prize!
Friday, February 22, 4-7 p.m. Erlanger’s first Yu-Gi-Oh trading card game tournament! Participants may play with their own decks, OR choose to build a deck from a box of random cards. Registration required.
Manga Club*
babes in Storyland
Craft: Cat ears*
Wednesday, February 6, 6:30-8 p.m. Make anime-style wearable cat ears at this month’s craft with Anna Baker! All supplies are provided.
Panel— battle royale: Ponies, Gundams, & Magical Girls
Tuesday, February 26, 4:30-6 p.m. Join other manga, anime, and graphic novel fans to talk about your favorites, your least favorites, and what you’re reading now.
Ages 0-24 months & a parent Mondays,10 a.m. Tuesdays,10 & 11 a.m. Limited to the first 15 babies in attendance.
rise n Shine
The Word Processors
Thursdays, February 7 & 21, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Teens are invited to share their knack for the written word with other area teenagers and receive feedback and constructive criticism. All skill levels and writing styles accepted. This is a relaxed setting and there is no pressure! Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Friday, February 15, 4-6 p.m. Come and support your fandom at a Battle Royale convention-style panel! Open to all otaku, nerds, geeks, or muggles in grades 6-12.
Children
Ages 2-12 years Mondays in February, 4:30-6 p.m. and Saturdays, February 9 & 23, noon-2 p.m. Children who are not native English speakers, and children who want to boost their reading performance, are encouraged to attend.
Ages 2-5 years & a parent Mondays, 11 a.m.
reading buddies Club
bedtime Stories
Teen Movie night
Ages 2-5 years & a parent Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Wear your pajamas!
Monday, February 18, 6-8 p.m. This month’s movie night is a double feature! We will be watching the anime movies,“dragon Ball Z: Wrath of the dragon” and “dragon Ball Z: Fusion Reborn.” These movies are rated PG.
Toddler Time
Age 2 & a parent Wednesdays, 11 a.m.
Playart
Wednesday Crafternoons
Special event: un-Valentine’s Day Party
rPG Game night
Sunday, February 10, 2 p.m. Stop by the Library to celebrate UnValentine’s Day by making a dreadful Valentine, write un-love letters, and more! Co-sponsored by Erlanger Parks and Recreation Department.
Tuesday, February 19, 5:30-7 p.m. Open gaming featuring role-playing card games and board games like Ascension, Savage Worlds, Summoner Wars, Android: Netrunner, and more!
Ages 6-12 years Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. Join us each week for a different story and craft. February 6: Chinese New Year February 13: Valentines Mail Box February 20: Build a Better Bird Feeder February 27: Seeds of Greatness!
Ages 2-6 years & a parent Wednesdays, 1:30 & 7 p.m. Fridays, 10 & 11:30 a.m. Children are invited to listen to stories and create an original work of art. Limited to first 40 children in attendance.
Preschool Storytime
Ages 3-5 years Thursdays, 10 &11:30 a.m. Limited to the first 40 children in attendance.
Chess Club meets Tuesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Creative Writing Workshop
Grades 3-7 Wednesday, Feb. 6, 6 p.m. See Teens.
Pizza Party!
Ages 6-12 years Thursday, February 7, 7-8 p.m. Beat the winter blahs with a pizza party! Bring friends for stories and pizza!
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Homeschool Program: The Dirt on Water Pollution* Valentine Party!
Grades 1-6 Friday, February 8, 10:30 a.m. Our Ohio River is one of our most precious natural resources. The educators from the Foundation for Ohio River Education will demonstrate how sediment pollutes our river, and show us how to measure turbidity in water samples. Ages 6-12 years Thursday, February 14, 7-8 p.m. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with friends, stories, games, snacks, and a craft!
School age Programs: Happy Pluto Day!
Puppy Tales
Grades 1-6 & a parent Sunday, February 17, 2-4 p.m. Read to a dog at the library! Studies have shown that reading to dogs improves children’s reading skills.
Ages 6-12 years Thursday, February 21, 7-8 p.m. Celebrate the discovery of Pluto, (planet or not!) with space books, a snack, a craft, and weather permitting, the telescope!
for Me, for you, for Later
Homeschool Science: amazing astronomy!*
Ages 6-12 years Friday, February 22, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Astronomy is amazing! Learn how a telescope works (hands-on!), make a star chart, discuss constellations and more!
Let It Snow!*
Ages 3-7 years Friday, February 8, 4 p.m. Join Miss Julie in a celebration of all things winter! We will read snowy stories, make a snowy craft and enjoy a snack.
Lego Time
Ages 3-5 years Thursday, February 28, 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. 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.
Ages 5-12 years Thursdays, February 21 & 28, 4-5 p.m. Let’s hang out and have fun at Lego Time. We will use our imagination to create our best lego creation ever. Limited to 40 children.
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Study astronomy! Kids ages 6-12 celebrate Pluto on February 21. Homeschoolers learn how a telescope works, make a star chart and more on February 22.
