Nicole_KCPL – Kenton Library https://www.kentonlibrary.org A BiblioWeb Site Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:03:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://cor-liv-cdn-static.bibliocommons.com/images/KY-KENTON/favicon.ico?1747309817568 Nicole_KCPL – Kenton Library https://www.kentonlibrary.org 32 32 Digital Discovery: Health and Wellness https://www.kentonlibrary.org/blogs/post/digital-discovery-health-and-wellness/ Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:03:33 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?p=32738 The month of May brings warmer weather and sunnier skies. It also might have you thinking about improving your physical and mental health. Getting outside for walks and hikes, working in the yard or just relaxing at your favorite park. While you are at the park you can read or listen to a  book using our Libby and Hoopla apps. The library offers all of the latest bestsellers as well as self improvement books. All of the ebooks and audiobooks in Hoopla are always available so you never have to wait.

Don't forget about our Health and Wellness programs. Yoga, Zumba and tai chi are just some of the programs that we offer at our branches. Hoopla also has Health & Fitness videos available for checkout so you can workout at home. The Get Healthy U BingePass has just added Core Power and Power Pilates to their collection. 

This spring and summer give yourself the opportunity to create a new healthy habit for your mental and physical well-being. Check out some of the books below to help you get started.

Health and Wellness Reads

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]]> National Library Week 2025: Drawn to the Library! https://www.kentonlibrary.org/blogs/post/national-library-week-2025-drawn-to-the-library/ Sun, 06 Apr 2025 05:20:23 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?p=32322

Celebrate National Library Week, April 6 - 12, 2025 with a visit to the library!

What draws people to the library? Everything! From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming, libraries are essential to thriving communities.  

National Library Week, April 6–12, 2025, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. 

Graphic Novels for 2025

Celebrate National Library Week "Drawn to the Library" with newer graphic novels.
















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]]> Adventure Academy https://www.kentonlibrary.org/blogs/post/adventure-academy/ Wed, 19 Mar 2025 05:23:43 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?p=31984

From the creator of ABC Mouse,  Adventure Academy immerses elementary- and middle-school-age students in a safe virtual world where every activity is designed to build critical knowledge in academic subjects, including language arts, math, science, social studies, and more. 

You'll need your library card number to login and create an account. 

Getting Started:

Get the App:
App Store 
Google Play

Download on your Mac or PC:
Download Adventure Academy

Parents & caregivers can use the Parent's Section to track progress and change settings. 

Learn More about Adventure Academy's Curriculum and Learning Objectives

]]> Digital Discovery – New Year, New Skills   https://www.kentonlibrary.org/blogs/post/digital-discovery-new-year-new-skills/ Wed, 01 Jan 2025 10:37:04 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?p=30570 Welcome to our new Digital Discovery series! Each month we'll be featuring online resources here on our website and on our socials. This month we are welcoming in the new year with resources that help you find new hobbies and improve your online and offline skills. 

If you are new to the world of online learning try Dawn Shoemaker's class, "Introduction to Online Learning". It is an excellent way to get started using our educational resources! 

EVENTS: 
New Year, New Career Fair
Thursday, January 30, 2025
11:00-1:00

Manage & Build Your Online Brand
Thursday, January 16, 2025
6:30-8:00 

Device Advice
Thursdays
12:00-2:00

DIGITAL RESOURCES:


Gale Courses
Gale Courses offers a wide range of highly interactive, instructor led courses that you can take entirely online.   As a library card holder in good standing, you are entitled to these courses at no cost. Courses run for six weeks and new sessions begin every month.

CreativeBug
Creativebug has thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by design experts and artists.  Learn how to paint, knit, crochet, sew, screen print and more.

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Year, New Skills




















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]]> New York Times Subscription Upgraded to Unlimited Digital Access https://www.kentonlibrary.org/blogs/post/new-york-times-subscription-upgraded-to-unlimited-digital-access/ Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:05:47 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?p=30270 Exciting news for library cardholders! We've just upgraded our New York Times subscription to offer unlimited digital access. This upgrade includes full access to a wide range of exclusive content—now you can enjoy not just news, but also The Athletic, Wirecutter, Cooking, and Games.

Whether you're a sports enthusiast, a food lover, or someone who enjoys solving puzzles, there's something for everyone. From breaking news to in-depth articles, recipe collections, product reviews, and interactive games, this new feature is designed to provide even more value to your library account.

How to Access: Simply log in with your Kenton County Public Library card through the library’s website, and you'll get unlimited access to the entire New York Times digital experience, anytime, anywhere!

Don't miss out—start exploring today!

Your library card gives you 72-hour complimentary, unlimited access to the digital edition of the The New York Times.
To get started, follow these steps:

1. Go to The New York Times and enter library card number and PIN.

2. Go to Create Account button and fill out the required fields on the following page, or click on log in here if you already have an account.

3. You now have full access to all journalism on nytimes.com while logged in at the library.

]]> Letters To Santa, Letters From Santa https://www.kentonlibrary.org/blogs/post/letters-to-santa-letters-from-santa/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:58:10 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?p=5596  

Kenton County Parks & Recreation, in cooperation with the Kenton County Public Library, is excited to announce its “Letters To Santa, Letters From Santa” program will begin on Monday, November 18th.

Santa’s workshop is bustling, and he’s already reading letters and making his lists! Through this program, children can send a letter to Santa and receive a personalized reply by Christmas.

Starting Nov. 18, Santa Express Mailboxes will be available at all three Kenton County Public Library locations, the Kenton County Government Center in Covington, the Historic Kenton County Courthouse in Independence and Kenton County Animal Services. The mailboxes will remain until Dec. 16. No postage is needed for letters dropped at these locations. All locations are available during their regular business hours. 

How to mail your Letter to Santa:

  • Kenton County Government Center in Covington & Kenton County Animal Services: Place letter in the Santa Express Mailbox.
  • Kenton County Public Libraries: Place letter in the Santa Express Mailbox or Drop off letter through the drive thru.
  • All locations are available during their regular business hours.
  • Submit your letter online

Santa, of course, knows where each child lives; however, the post office needs home addresses to deliver the letters! Because each child at the same address will receive a different letter from Santa at home, it is very important that the child’s name and complete home address are correct and legible.

The program is free; however, Kenton County Parks & Recreation invites you to spread holiday cheer by donating a non-perishable food or personal care item for Be Concerned when you drop off your letter. Last year, Kenton County collected nearly 1,900 letters and 435 items for Be Concerned.

A special thanks to Archways McDonald’s, Independence Cleaners and Jude’s Custom Exhaust, Auto Repair & Towing in Independence for their continued support.

For more information or to learn how to become a Letters to Santa, Letters From Santa Program Partner, contact Rhonda Ritzi, Recreation Programs Coordinator at (859) 525-PLAY (7529) or rhonda.ritzi@kentoncounty.org.

]]> New November Nonfiction https://www.kentonlibrary.org/blogs/post/new-november-nonfiction/ Tue, 05 Nov 2024 12:48:43 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?p=30206 November 2024 - Nonfiction

Here are some upcoming nonfiction releases in November! There are some big names this month: Bill Clinton, Keke Palmer, Martha Stewart, Josh Brolin, Taylor Swift, and Cher. Also of note are The Serviceberry, by the author of Braiding Sweetgrass, and for UK basketball fans, The Reggie Warford Story.





















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]]> Five Spooktacular Ways to Celebrate Halloween Week https://www.kentonlibrary.org/blogs/post/five-spooktacular-ways-to-celebrate-halloween-week/ Fri, 25 Oct 2024 17:54:28 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?p=30052 The library is here to help you with all your spooky needs this year! Crafts, music, books...we've got you covered. Let us help you celebrate Halloween with our online resources. All of these resources are free with your library card. 

Arts & Crafts Tutorial
Make your pumpkin extra special this year with CreativeBug's pumpkin carving tutorial: 

Spooky Playlists
Check out a bunch of Halloween albums and make your own spooky playlist.

Classic & New Horror Films
Watch a new and classic horror films on Kanopy...like Nosferatu
  

NKY Halloween Photographs
Go back in time with over 1000 Halloween photographs from our Faces & Places photo collection

Image: di53325 - Jeff Cross (7) at Halloween costume party at Mary Queen of Heaven School

Thrillers & Horror eBooks
Check out our "It's Raining Horror" list of 100 horror ebooks in Libby. 

]]> 2024 Kenton County Voting Information https://www.kentonlibrary.org/blogs/post/2024-kenton-county-voting-information/ Fri, 18 Oct 2024 14:08:30 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?p=29522 Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024. All locations of the library will be open. 

The Covington Branch is an early voting location.
Learn about the details on the Kenton County Clerk Early Voting page. 

How to Vote

Kenton County Early Voting Locations

Find Your Polling Place

FAQ For Kentucky Voters

Political Thrillers

If this year's election isn't thrilling enough for you try one of these books!





















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]]> Get Spooky at the Library https://www.kentonlibrary.org/blogs/post/get-spooky-at-the-library/ Thu, 12 Sep 2024 05:48:04 +0000 https://www.kentonlibrary.org/?p=29416 As Pumpkin Spice Latte and Apple Cider season is upon us it is time to think about Halloween costumes and decorating. The library has tons of classes, events and books to help you with your spooky season plans. Remember Halloween will be here before you know it! 

CreativeBug Online Classes:
(you'll need to login with your library card and create a CreativeBug account)

Pumpkin Diorama

 Spooky Specimans Flower Headband 

Classroom Activities from Teachables
Find fun free printable activities for children in pre-K to 8th grade. 

Craft a Spooky Good Time

List created by KCPL_Nicole

Craft and cook your way to a spooktacular Halloween.












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