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Reading Colors Your World. Summer Reading Celebration
PG 8-9 TEENS PG 10-11 KIDS NOTE: Masks will be required
at outdoor programs if social distancing cannot be maintained, and all indoor programs (except those 5 and under or with a medical exemption). Social distancing will be required at all programs. All in-person programs require registration at Kentonlibrary.org/events. Any program that is scheduled to take place in-person could change due to the status of Covid-19 in our region. All Zoom programs require registration with a valid email address. Subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/user/ kentonlib to watch YouTube programs.
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Reading Colors Your World. 2021 SUMMER READING CELEBRATION June 1-August 31
Kickoff Summer Reading with us all week long! Tuesday, June 1
Coloring Book Grab & Go
Tuesday, June 1- Saturday, June 5
Chalk of the Town
All locations, all day Everyone
All locations Everyone
Storytime: The Day the Crayons Quit Storytime
Wednesday, June 2
Facebook Live, 10 AM Children
Durr, 5 PM Teens and adults
How to Start a Graphic Novel*
Thursday, June 3
Friday, June 4
Pixel Palooza All branches, 5 PM Everyone
Saturday, June 5
SRC Kickoff: Chalk Festival!* Erlanger, 10 AM-NOON William E. Durr, 1-3 PM Covington, 2-4 PM Everyone
Adult Paint Night!* Zoom, 6 PM Adults
SUMMER READING CELEBRATION GUIDELINES Adults:
• Read or listen to books, audiobooks, eBooks, periodicals or attend a Library program to enter. • Register online or by visiting your local KCPL branch. Prizes awarded weekly!
Children: (ages 2-12)
• Read or listen to any book for 2.5 hours and win a book prize! • After 5 hours of reading, win a 2021 SRC t-shirt OR a drawstring bag (while supplies last) and a raffle ticket for a chance to win a weekly summer raffle prize. • Register online, visit your local KCPL branch or print a reading log from kentonlibrary.org/src • Prizes awarded weekly!
Teens: (ages 11-18/grades 6-12)
• Read or listen to books, audiobooks, eBooks, periodicals or attend a Library program to enter. • Register online or by visiting your local KCPL branch. Prizes awarded weekly! For a full prize list please visit https://www.kentonlibrary.org/src Questions? 859.962.4000 or kentonlibrary.org/src
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Everyone’s Invited! *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Grab & Go Craft Kits!
COVINGTON: JUNE 1-30 ERLANGER: MON., JUNE 7-SAT., JUNE 12
Pick up a craft kit while supplies last.
Color Your World: Yarnbombing
COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 1-SAT., JULY 31
Pick up your yarnbombing kit to add a splash of color to your community. Please share your art on social media and tag the Library. See website for details.
Reading Colors Your World: Chalk of the Town! ALL BRANCHES: TUES., JUNE 1- SAT., JUNE 5
Stop by any of our branches to pick up a chalk kit, while supplies last. Create chalk art wherever you choose, take a photo and post to social media with #KCPLChalkoftheTown and/or email your creations to KCPL.SRC@gmail.com.
Reading Colors Your World! Coloring Book Grab & Go ALL BRANCHES: TUES., JUNE 1
Stop by any of our locations to pick up a small coloring book to celebrate the start of our Summer Reading Celebration.
Depot Days: Reading Colors Your World! OFFSITE: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS IN JUNE • 10:30 AM-NOON
Join us at the Erlanger Railroad Depot Park for stories, games, activities, and hands-on fun! Free lunch available for those under 18; adults may purchase a lunch for minimal cost. Please see online calendar for themes and details.
Learning About History: Juneteenth
FACEBOOK: SAT., JUNE 19 • 2-2:30 PM
SRC Kickoff: Chalk Festival!* SAT., JUNE 5 ERLANGER: 10 AM-NOON WILLIAM E. DURR: 1-3 PM COVINGTON: 2-4 PM
Let’s kick off the Summer Reading Celebration creating art! Create chalk art in our parking lot with our the firstever Chalk Festival.
Lunch @ the Library WILLIAM E. DURR: FRIDAYS • NOON-1 PM
Children 18 and under receive a free lunch courtesy of the Kenton County school district. Those over 18 can pay a small fee for food. Lunches available in front of Library entrance.
Family Movie Under the Stars* WILLIAM E. DURR: FRI., JUNE 11 • 10-11:59 PM
Join us in the reading garden for a night of good family fun! Enjoy a movie and snacks. Maximum of 6 people per group.
Reading Colors Your World: Pixel Palooza!
The Street Stage Project
Inch by inch, square by square, color by color. Together we can create wonderful pixel artwork. Swing by the Covington Branch to see and interact with a showcase of mosaic and pixel artworks. Community sticker mosaic art will be available at all three branches — stick on a few pieces while you visit! Once the artwork is completed it will be on display at the branch!
Enjoy local musicians.
COVINGTON: FRI., JUNE 4 • 5-6 PM
Family Program*
COVINGTON: THURS., JUNE 10 • 11 AM-NOON
Join us for some family fun! Social distancing and masks are required.
COVINGTON: SAT., JUNE 12 • 3 PM & TUES., JUNE 22 • 6 PM
As we celebrate Juneteenth learn about the history of the day with Dominique Owen. As you take a trip back in time you will learn about the importance of the day, the influence it has on our community, and how it affects our country today.
The Singing Librarian YOUTUBE: SUN., JUNE 20 • 1-1:08 PM
An unpredictable collection of comedy and music video shorts!
How to Make a Flower Crown for Summer Solstice
FACEBOOK: SUN., JUNE 20 • 2-2:30 PM
Learn how to make a simple flower crown that will help celebrate the light within you!
Summer Reads
FACEBOOK LIVE: MON., JUNE 21 • 10-11 AM
Kona Ice @ the Library
Read a rainbow! Tune in for new book recommendations COVINGTON: with Miss Lauren focusing on SAT., JUNE 12 • 3-4 PM our summer reading theme, Beat the heat with a cool sweet Reading Colors Your World! treat in the parking lot! Limit one per costumer. Tickets Hoxworth Blood available at the circulation and Donation Bus* children’s desks.
A Kaleidoscope of Colors
COVINGTON: SAT., JUNE 12 • 3 PM
Experience colorful art techniques and science experiments while enjoying a rainbow ice ball and listening to local music. Pick up a craft kit to create more rainbows at home.
Cooking with Dagmar!
ERLANGER: MON., JUNE 21 • NOON-6 PM COVINGTON: FRI., JUNE 25 • NOON-6 PM DURR: SAT., JUNE 26 • 10 AM-4 PM
Join the Hoxworth Donation Bus in our parking lot to donate and save a life! See website for registration information.
Madcap Puppets: Jack & the Gentle Giant*
COVINGTON: INSTAGRAM: SAT., JUNE 26 • 2 PM FRI., JUNE 18 • 5-5:30 PM
Get a glimpse of the rich LatinAmerican cuisine with Dagmar.
Jack is back in this sequel to the famous fairy tale.
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Adult Events *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Self-Care DIY Kits
COVINGTON: MON., MAY 31- SAT., JUNE 5
Pick-up a kit at the Covington Branch. Supplies limited.
3D Print Your Own Cookie Cutter*
STREAM CENTER: TUES., JUNE 1 & THURS., JUNE 3 5:30-6:45 PM
One-On-One Genealogy Research Assistance*
Having trouble finding a cookie cutter shape? 3D Print it! This class will cover designing and printing your own custom shapes!
Call the Local History & Genealogy Department at 859.962.4070 and reserve a onehour phone, virtual or in-person session to discuss resources and search strategies.
NKY Accountability Group
COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 1- WED., JUNE 30
Éxito en la búsqueda de empleo:
• Exploración profesional / marca personal / currículums / cartas de presentación COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 1 • 9:15 AM-NOON
ZOOM: WEDNESDAYS • 9:30-11 AM
Job search support group for professionals in transition or anyone wanting to change careers. Offers weekly speaker on educational aspects of the job search process.
Virtual DAR Research Assistance
Aprenda exploración de carreras, marca personal, currículums y cartas de presentación. Clases enseñados por el Brighton Center. ¡El programa será en español! * Learn career exploration, personal branding, resumes, and cover letters. Classes taught by the Brighton Center *Program will be in Spanish!* • Consejos para entrevistas / entrevistas simuladas*
MICROSOFT TEAMS VIDEO CHAT: WED., JUNE 2 & 16 • 10-11 AM
Aprenda los conceptos básicos de las entrevistas de trabajo y los consejos de entrevistas simuladas. Clase enseñado por el Brighton Center. ¡El programa será en español! * Learn the basics of job interviews and mock interview tips. Class taught by the Brighton Center. *Program will be in Spanish!*
ZOOM: WEDNESDAYS • 11 AM-NOON
COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 8 • 9:15 AM-NOON
Schedule a one-hour virtual one-on-one appointment with the Rebecca Bryan Boone chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Learn the steps to become a member and get research help. Call 859.962.4070 to schedule an appointment.
Northern Kentucky Accountability Group Round-Table Discussion Networking session with KCPL Volunteer Coaches and jobseekers/career changers. KCPL Workforce Development Manager, coaches, and guest employers share guidance and direction to appropriate community resources.
Glass Block Lamp or Coin Bank*
WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., JUNE 2 • 1-2 PM & 5-6 PM
Join us in the Reading Garden for adult crafting.
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Reading Colors Your World: Adult Paint Night!* ZOOM: THURS., JUNE 3 • 6-8 PM
Summer Reading is for adults, too! Kick off the season with a paint project just for adults led by local artist Lisa Blaker. All supplies provided.
Target Your Resume Workshop* ZOOM: WED., JUNE 2 • 1- 2:30 PM
Get a reality check on the purpose of a resume, review types of resumes, discuss how to collect and organize document data, best practices for writing, the influence of ATS, and tips to make your resume one of your all-time best investments in YOU! After the class, you can schedule a oneon-one appointment via Zoom to review your resume with one of our KCPL Volunteer Coaches.
Virtual Walking Tour: A Rainbow of Kenton County Houses FACEBOOK: WEDNESDAYS • 2-2:30 PM
Join us this summer for a special virtual walking tour as we explore a rainbow of Kenton County houses. Each week we will visit a different colored house and learn about its vivid history through the colorful
tales of its inhabitants and more. 6/2: Red 6/16: Orange 6/23: Yellow
Reading Colors your World: How to start a Graphic Novel* WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., JUNE 2 • 5-6 PM
Join us to learn the basics needed to create a graphic novel from beginning to end.
Excel Basics*
ERLANGER: THURS., JUNE 3 • 10-11 AM
Using Data Axle in Your Job Search*
ERLANGER: THURS., JUNE 3 • 2-3:30 PM
Learn how to use the Library’s number one business database to build a list of prospects for your job search.
Reflections in Nature* ZOOM OR IN-PERSON: THURS., JUNE 3 & 17 • 6 PM
Learn to meditate in a natural setting either online or in person.
VIA Character Strengths*
will be available every Monday while supplies lasts.
Improve Your Career with Networking, Part I* ZOOM: MON. JUNE 7 • 9:30-11:30 AM
Learn about networking fundamentals, building confidence, and how to ZOOM: organize your network. Taught FRI., JUNE 4 • 10 AM-NOON by a Certified Life Coach. Learn about your character strengths and how to use them. The use of character strengths can have a positive impact on creating greater success for organizations by increasing the well-being of employees and allowing them to reach peak performance and thrive in their careers.
Grow with Google: Digital Skills for Everyday Tasks* ZOOM: MON. JUNE 7 • 10-11 AM
Learn how to manage work and life tasks more effectively using Google tools. Whether you want to build a budget, Summer Learning: create a meeting agenda, or organize your priorities, these Property Records best practices will boost your Research YOUTUBE: productivity. A Gmail account is required prior to attending FRI., JUNE 4 • 2-2:30 PM this class. Join Cierra Earl, MA, and learn a few tips and tricks for researching the history of your house. This three-part series will start in June and discuss how deed research, city directories, and census records can help you find out more about the history of your property and the people who lived there.
Open Job Searching*
COVINGTON: SATURDAYS IN JUNE 11 AM-3 PM
Meet with a Career Change Navigator to learn how to create an email, use an electronic calendar, develop a basic resume, search and apply for jobs online, prepare or practice for interviews, how to follow-up on interviews.
Wake Up & Yoga*
ZOOM OR IN-PERSON: MON., JUNE 7, 14 & 21 10-11 AM
Start your day off right with intention, movement, and mindful breaths. Register online to receive the Zoom link for the class or to reserve your space to practice in-person at Devou Park
Get Started: Begin Your Career Transition with Us*
ZOOM: TUES., JUNE 8 & 22 • 9:30-11 AM
Join Project Coach Sherry Mays for an orientation on getting started with your job search. Learn what to consider first to get yourself moving on an upward trajectory for your future.
Microsoft Word*
COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 8 • 2-3 PM ERLANGER: MON., JUNE 28 • 10-11 AM
Learn the basic functions of Microsoft Word.
Intro to Miniature Painting*
ERLANGER: TUES., JUNE 8 • 5:30-6:45 PM & THURS., JUNE 10 • 5:30-6:45 PM
Join us for an introductory session in miniature painting! Attendees will be provided 1 free miniature, and paints to use during the session.
Adult Arts & Crafts Class* COVINGTON: WED., JUNE 9 • 2-4 PM
Join us for an Arts & Crafts class!
Neighborhood Plant Swap
ERLANGER: MON. JUNE 7 • 6-7 PM
Join us in the parking lot for a neighborhood plant swap! Meet new friends, get plant swag and info about the new Library garden club starting in July, and swap plants, cuttings and starts. See website for details.
Adult Summer Crafts WILLIAM E. DURR: MONDAYS IN JUNE
Visit the DURR Branch during the summer to pick up a weekly craft kit with instructions to do at home. Kits
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Adult Events *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Transferable Skills Workshop
ERLANGER: THURS., JUNE 10 10 AM-11:30 AM
Learn how to use your transferable skills to change jobs or careers.
Craft Club Online: Glass Garden Lanterns* AGES 16+ ZOOM: THURS., JUNE 10 • 6-7 PM
Local History of NKY: Aviation
YOUTUBE: FRI., JUNE 18 • 2-2:30 PM
Join Kate McKenzie and explore our local aviation history through photographs from our Faces and Places database.
Please provide a valid email address to receive a link to the Zoom meeting on the day of the event. All materials are provided and can be picked up at the Erlanger Branch the Mon. before the event.
Informational Interviews*
ERLANGER: Big MON., JUNE 14 • 1:30-2:30 PM
If you are unsure of your next career move, learn how to set up professional meetings or interviews to explore future career options with people already working in those fields.
Plan the Work and Work the Plan, Follow-Up to Get Started* ZOOM: TUES., JUNE 15 & 29 9:30-11:30 AM
Join KCPL Volunteer Coaches to review the progress you have made on your Get Started Program with us and how we can help you. Prerequisite: Must have previously attended Get Started: Orientation for People New to Career Transition.
Supercharge Your LinkedIn Profile*
ZOOM: TUES., JUNE 15 • 6-7:30 PM
LinkedIn expert Carolyn Dickerson will show you how to maximize your LinkedIn profile by learning to use LinkedIn corporate recruiter.
6 JUNE 2021
Leaguers in our Back Yard
Power Your Job Search with Google*
Covington has always been a hotbed for baseball. Learn about local ballplayers who made it to the major leagues. Presentation by John Graham.
Learn how to use Google to find your next job.
YOUTUBE: WED., JUNE 16 • 7-8 PM
Boost Your Career with Networking, Part II*
ERLANGER: ZOOM: THURS., JUNE 17 • 2-3 PM MON., JUNE 21 • 9:30-11:30 AM
This workshop will offer networking tools and tips for introverts. If putting yourself Coloring Sheet Stained out there to find a new career sounds intimidating, Glass* ERLANGER: this conversation offers the Introduction to Online THURS., JUNE 17 • 5-6 PM opportunity to play to your Learning* strengths as an introvert to Use coloring sheets as a meet the people who can ERLANGER: template for crafting a fauxTHURS., JUNE 17 • 10-11 AM help you. stained glass pane with paints! Discover all the great classes PowerPoint* Writers Group* you can take for free online at KCPL. Explore careers, expand ERLANGER: ERLANGER: MON. JUNE 21 • 10-11 AM THURS., JUNE 17 • 5:30-6:45 PM your computer skills, and try Learn how to create a good out new techniques from the Share your work and give slideshow from start to finish comfort of your home. feedback in this writing group and several different ways to for writers of all genres. Chair Exercise* spice up your presentation. ZOOM: THURS., JUNE 17 • 11-11:30 AM
Join us for low impact, low intensity training that focuses on stability, balance, and mobility training. Register to receive a link to join the Zoom class.
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Caring for Family Treasures: Antique Silver
YOUTUBE: FRI., JUNE 25 • 2-2:30 PM
Join Casey Blackmore, MLS, to learn how to properly clean and store your antique silver heirlooms for years to come.
Book Clubs
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Why Would They Do That?: Book-to-Movie Club ERLANGER: FRI., JUNE 4 • 5-6 PM
Do you ever wonder why in the world they changed the main character’s name? Why didn’t the book include that fight? Read the book and then meet for a discussion. This month’s pick: “Murder on the Orient Express” by Agatha Christie. See website for details.
Wine About It: “Find Her”*
ZOOM: THURS., JUNE 17 • 6-7 PM
Hooks & Needles* COVINGTON: WED., JUNE 23 • 2-4 PM
Advanced Excel*
COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 22 • 2-3 PM
Industrial Strength Bluegrass* ZOOM: TUES., JUNE 22 • 6-7:30 PM
Learn more about the new book, “Industrial Strength Bluegrass,” which explores the region’s enormous impact on Bluegrass music. Meet the editors, Fred Bartenstein and Curtis Ellison, as well as contributor Joe Mullins. Join us for a presentation, panel discussion, as well as a Q&A session. Zoom link will be emailed prior to event.
Macramé Coasters*
WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., JUNE 23 1-2 PM & 5-6 PM
Join us in the Reading Garden for an adult crafting afternoon.
Knitters and crocheters! Join us at the Covington Branch. Bring your projects or start something new. All levels welcome.
Self-Care DIY*
INSTAGRAM & COVINGTON: THURS., JUNE 24 • 1 PM
Learn creative ideas to take care of your own wellbeing. Join us on Instagram or in the parking lot.
Exploring O*NET Online*
This month we’re reading “Find Her” by Lisa Gardner. Please register online with a valid email address to receive a link to the Zoom chat on the day of the discussion. You can pick up your copy of the book at the Erlanger Branch. See website for details.
Case Files: “In Cold Blood”*
ERLANGER: MON., JUNE 28 • 6- 7 PM
We will read a new true crime novel each month in this brand new book club. See website for details.
ERLANGER: THURS., JUNE 24 • 2-3 PM
Join us to explore O*NET Online, the nation’s primary source of occupational information.
Craft Club: Paper Flower Bouquets*
ERLANGER: THURS., JUNE 24 • 6-7 PM
Make paper flower bouquets at the Erlanger Branch.
Motivational Minute
Relax & Restore Yoga*
Watch a 1-minute video using practical tools that will boost your personal development and increase mental positivity.
We will use props (blankets, pillows, books) to enhance the poses helping us to unwind, release tension, reduce stress & promote peace of mind.
INSTAGRAM: MON., JUNE 28 • 6-6:01 PM
ZOOM VIDEO CHAT: MON., JUNE 28 • 6-7 PM
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Teen Stuff
*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000 Self-Care DIY Kits
Weekend Snack Packs
Pick up a kit at the Covington Branch. Supplies limited, hurry in to check out materials and grab your kit.
Pick up a weekend snack pack to go!
COVINGTON: MON., MAY 31-SAT., JUNE 5
Text Updates from Jessy the Librarian WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., JUNE 1- SAT., JUNE 5
Please see a staff member. Text @durrteens to 81010 for Remind updates about upcoming programs, events and contests for people entering 6th-12th grade.
Art Club at Home
WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., JUNE 2, 16 & 30 • 3-7 PM
Art Club at Home Kits will be available for pickup in the Durr Teen Area. One kit per teen, while supplies last. 6/2: DIY Sidewalk Chalk 6/16: Record Bowls 6/30: Marbled Mugs
Reading Colors your World: How to start a Graphic Novel* WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., JUNE 2 • 5-6 PM
Join us to learn the basics needed to create a graphic novel from beginning to end.
COVINGTON: FRIDAYS
Color Your Own Canvas Pencil Case
ERLANGER: MON., JUNE 7- SAT., JUNE 12
Pick up a canvas pencil case and felt markers from the teen area to celebrate our summer reading theme Reading Colors Your World.
Wake Up & Yoga*
ZOOM OR IN-PERSON MON., JUNE 7, 14 & 21 10-11 AM
Start your day off right with intention, movement, and mindful breaths. Register online to receive the Zoom link for the class or to reserve your space to practice in-person at a local park.
Reading Colors Your World! Coloring Book Grab & Go ALL BRANCHES: TUES., JUNE 1
Stop by any of our locations to pick up a small coloring book to celebrate the start of our Summer Reading Celebration.
Intro to Miniature Painting
Game Room*
See Adults.
up a to-go bag of snacks & drinks at the Covington Branch.
ZOOM: ERLANGER: THURS., JUNE 10 • 3-5 PM TUES., JUNE 8 & 10 Hang out online to game. Pick 5:30-6:45 PM
Teen Space*
ERLANGER: WED., JUNE 9 & 23 • 4-5 PM
Come hang at the Erlanger Branch — all outside!
Show Your Pride Week! ERLANGER & COVINGTON: MON., JUNE 14- SAT., JUNE 19
Stop by the teen area for all things PRIDE! Grab a button of the LGBTQ+ flags to show your pride or allyship and a take and make rainbow macrame keychain. While you’re here vote for your favorite YA Rainbow Read and be entered to win a prize!
Abstract Paint Pour*
COVINGTON: MON., JUNE 7 • 2 PM
8 JUNE 2021
Create a colorful, abstract acrylic painting with a fun pouring technique, no two paintings will be the same.
Relax & Restore Yoga* ZOOM & IN-PERSON: MON., JUNE 28 • 6- 7 PM
We will use props (blankets, pillows, books) to enhance the poses helping us to unwind, release tension, reduce stress & promote peace of mind.
Tween Hour of Fun*
AGES 9-13 COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 15 & 29 • 3-4 PM
Join us at the Covington Branch for an hour of fun!
L E A R N T O M E D I TAT E !
Reflections in Nature*
ZOOM OR IN-PERSON: THURS., JUNE 3 & 17 • 6 PM
Learn to meditate in a natural setting either online or in person.
Artful Afternoons
ZOOM: WED., JUNE 16 & 30 • 4- 5 PM
Join us on Zoom for an art activity. Registered participants can pick up materials at the Erlanger Branch. Visit the website for details.
Make Your Own Dipped Mug!*
AGES 10-14 ERLANGER: THURS., JUNE 17 • 3-4 PM
Join us outdoors to make your own custom dipped ceramic mug using nail polish.
Hook & Needle
COVINGTON: WED., JUNE 23 • 2-4 PM
Knitters and crocheters! Join us! Bring your projects or start something new. All levels welcome.
Self Care DIY
INSTAGRAM & IN-PERSON: THURS., JUNE 24 • 1-1:15 PM
Learn creative ideas to take care of your own well-being. Join us on Instagram or in the parking lot.
KCPL Teens Trivia — Jeopardy Style!* AGES 11-18 ZOOM: THURS., JUNE 24 • 2-3 PM
Ever wanted to be on Jeopardy? Play our version, over Zoom!
CHECK OUT THESE OPPORTUNITIES TO PRACTICE YOGA THIS MONTH: Wake Up & Yoga ONLINE: MON., JUNE 7, 14 & 21 • 10-11 AM
Evening Yoga Flow ZOOM & IN-PERSON: MON., JUNE 28 • 6- 7 PM
Alcohol Ink Fire Art*
ERLANGER: THURS., JUNE 24 • 3-4 PM
Teens will use glass from a picture frame and alcohol inks to create a one-of-a-kind art piece! This event will use fire, which will only be handled by library staff.
No Adults Allowed: Teen Book Club*
ERLANGER: FRI., JUNE 25 • 6-7 PM
Join other teens at the Erlanger branch for a discussion of a new YA selection every month that will help break the social distancing blues. This month’s selection: “Legend” by Marie Lu. See website for more details.
Motivational Minute
INSTAGRAM: MON., JUNE 28 • 6- 6:01 PM
Watch a 1-minute video using practical tools that will boost your personal development and increase mental positivity.
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Fun for Kids! *Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4000
Reading Colors Your World: The Day the Crayons Quit Storytime
FACEBOOK LIVE: TUES., JUNE 1 • 10-11 AM
Join us LIVE on our Facebook page for a reading of “The Day the Crayons Quit” by Drew Daywalt! Then stop by any of our locations to pick up a small coloring book and crayons to kick off our Summer Reading Celebration!
Zoom Preschool Storytime*
ZOOM: THURSDAYS • 10-10:30 AM
Enjoy books, music, rhymes, and fun via Zoom! Register with a valid email address.
Weekend Snack Packs COVINGTON: FRIDAYS
Pick up a weekend snack pack to go!
Storytime in the Park
DEVOU PARK: FRI., JUNE 11, 18 & 25 11-11:30 AM
Join Miss Lauren at Devou Park for stories, songs, and playtime. Meet at the Breaden Shelter located at approximately 1171 Montague Rd inside the park every Friday in June. In the case of inclement weather, a session may be cancelled.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Baby Music & Rhyme Wiggletime*
Children ages 0-5 can earn prizes as you read together. Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant, or toddler with the goal of reaching 1000 books by the time your child starts kindergarten! Log in to kentonlibrary.org or stop by the children’s branch for details.
Bring your baby to the Library for language enrichment with stories, songs, and rhymes. This program is for ages 0 to 12 months. Social distancing and masks (for those 5 and older) required.
AGES 0-5 ONLINE: ONGOING
BABIES WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., JUNE 2, 16 & 30 9:30-10:30 AM & 10:30-11 AM
Color Your World: Storytime at the Park* OFF SITE: WED., JUNE 2, 16 & 30 11-11:30 AM
Join us in a local park for an outdoor storytime! In the case of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled. Check our website for location details.
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Color Your World: Outdoor Storytime*
ERLANGER: MON., JUNE 7 & 21 10-10:30 AM
Join us at the Erlanger Branch for outdoor storytime! In the case of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.
Lava Lamp in a Bottle SCHOOL AGE FACEBOOK: MON., JUNE 7 • 4-4:30 PM
Join us on our Facebook page to learn how to make your own lava lamp using a plastic bottle.
Troop Storytime!*
PRESCHOOL WILLIAM E. DURR: TUES., JUNE 8 & 22 • 10-10:30 AM
Join us in the Reading Garden for a unique “welcome back” storytime! Featuring an all-star gang from the Durr Branch.
Mermaid Party on Zoom!* AGES 3-8
ZOOM: FRI., JUNE 11 • 10-11 AM
Children ages 3-8, dress up, bring a favorite mermaid doll plushy to enjoy stories and activities including a fun craft celebrating all things mermaid! Craft Kits will be available to pick up at the Erlanger Branch only from Wed., June 2Tues., June 15. Registration required.
A Summer of Colorful Crafts* AGES 6-9
COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 8 & 22 • 3-3:45 PM
Join us at the Covington Branch for colorful crafts! Social distancing and masks are required.
Artful Afternoons*
AGES 11-14 ZOOM: WED., JUNE 16 & 30 • 4-5 PM
Karma Kids*
SCHOOL AGE ZOOM & IN-PERSON: MON., JUNE 21 • 2-3 PM
Join us on Zoom for an art activity. Registered participants can pick up materials at the Erlanger Branch. Visit the website for details.
A playful yoga class for kids that includes movement, breath and an art project to create a calm, relaxed mind. Pick up your art supplies at the Covington Branch. Please register to Color Wheel Optical receive a link to join the Zoom class or to reserve your space Illusion Kits to practice in person at Devou SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: Park. SUN., JUNE 20- SAT., JUNE 26
Design your own optical illusions by making spinning wheels that blend colors and patterns together! Supplies limited.
Be Who You Are Storytime*
PRESCHOOL TODDLERS ZOOM: TUES., JUNE 8 • 11-11:30 AM
Join us on Zoom for a special storytime all about being true to yourself and who you are.
Dash & Dot Drawing*
Tween Hour of Fun*
AGES 9-13 COVINGTON: TUES., JUNE 15 & 29 • 3-4 PM
Join us at the Covington Branch for an hour of fun!
Build a Model Rocket
SCHOOL AGE WILLIAM E. DURR: WED., JUNE 16 - SAT., JUNE 26
Summer Reads
Model Rocket Launch!
SCHOOL AGE WILLIAM E. DURR: MON., JUNE 28 • 10:30-11:30 AM
Bring the model rocket you built and help launch it in our back yard!
AGES 2-12 FACEBOOK LIVE: MON., JUNE 21 • 10-11 AM
Read a rainbow! Tune in for new book recommendations with Miss Lauren focusing on our summer reading theme, Reading Colors Your World!
SCHOOL AGE ERLANGER: Pick up a model rocket kit to SAT., JUNE 12 • 2-3 PM put together at home. Return
In this engineering challenge, create a marker holder for our Dash & Dot robots out of Legos, then test your design by drawing a picture with your robot.
Reading Colors Your World Storytime*
AGES 0-12 COVINGTON: MON., JUNE 14 & 28 • 10-10:30 AM
Join us at the Covington Branch for storytime!
Popsicle Stick American Flag Craft AGES 3-12 FACEBOOK: MON., JUNE 14 • 4-4:30 PM
Celebrate Flag Day by making a popsicle stick American flag craft.
it on June 28 at 10:30 AM for the big launch in the backyard. Supplies limited.
Monday Mayhem* AGES 8-12 ERLANGER: MON., JUNE 14 • 2-3 PM
Join us for some mayhem with crafts, games, and snacks. This event will be both indoors and outdoors.
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Visit a Branch! Covington Branch
NONPROFIT ORG
502 Scott Blvd. Covington, KY 41011
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Erlanger Branch
401 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger, KY 41018
Electronic Service Requested
William E. Durr Branch 1992 Walton-Nicholson Rd., Independence, KY 41051
Branch Hours MON-FRI: 9am-7pm SAT: 10am-5pm SUN: Closed
Questions? 859.962.4000
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Horse Tales: A summer literacy program for grades 1 – 8 at Milestones Equestrian Achievement Program Milestones Equestrian Achievement Program 12372 Riggs Road • Independence, KY 41051 859.694.7669 • scheduling@milestonesinc.org • www.milestonesinc.org In collaboration with the Kenton County Public Library children in grades 1-8 who are able to read at any level are invited to read to therapy horses at Milestones Equestrian Achievement Program during the upcoming summer months. “Horse Tales” will offer children the opportunity to improve their reading skills while also assisting our horses through socialization and human interaction. Animals find the rhythmic sound of a voice very comforting and soothing. Many children struggle with reading aloud at school and often feel reluctant to practice at home with a parent. An animal is a completely
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non-judgmental listener. Many students have shown remarkable improvement in their reading skills and feel more confident and relaxed while reading after participating in similar programs. In order to participate, children must register in advance (registration will be taken up to 5 pm the day before Horse Tales is scheduled) by going to our website (www.milestonesinc. org) and clicking on the Horse Tales link. Participating readers will receive a free bookmark from Milestones and a book from the Friends of the Kenton County Public Library. Readers may also bring a book with
them from home or stop by their local library. Horse Tales is scheduled for 11 am; 11:30 am; 1 pm; 1:30 pm; 2 pm on the following Tuesdays in the summer: • June 8, 15, 22 & 29 • July 6, 13, 20 & 27 Reading times will take place in 30-minute intervals and a maximum of 5 readers can participate in each group. Masks and social distancing will be required. At the end of one day up to 30 readers will have had the chance to read tales to our horses! A Milestones staff person and a minimum of two volunteers will be present for assistance and support.