Newport 4-week stop smoking classes start this month Fort Thomas 4-H presents jewelry making for ages 8-18 Cold Spring Kids make Paint & Bake ceramic heart magnets 2/2 - Mondays 2/4 - Wednesday 2/12 - Thursday Details See Calendar Details See Calendar Details See Calendar w w w.cc - p l.o rg FEBRUARY 2015 Created Equal series highlights America’s struggle W atch segments of award-winning films and engage in expert-led discussions during the series in February that examines America’s civil rights struggle. unpaid labor system that lasted until World War II. The final program in the series will be Feb. 27. The film, The Loving Story, uses interviews and photos from Life magazine to focus on Mildred and Richard Loving, an interracial couple arrested in 1958. Verna Williams of the University of Cincinnati will lead the discussion. She will address how this aspect of the civil rights movement still resonates today. Portions of four powerful and riveting documentaries that reveal dramatic incidents in the history of civil rights will be showcased in three programs this month. All programs in the Created Equal series will be at 7 p.m. Fridays at the Newport Branch. Registration is required. Segments of the film Freedom Riders will be shown during Brave Activists Challenging Segregation on Feb. 6. An original freedom rider, Betty Daniels Rosemond, and Christine Anderson of Xavier University will discuss the 1961 bus rides that challenged segregation and redefined America. Auto renewal aims to help avoid fines A new service designed to help patrons avoid overdue fines is now active. Regular notification messages (text, phone and email) will continue to alert patrons when items are coming due. But now, an automatic renewal feature allows items to be renewed three days before the due date. Automatic renewal of items will occur unless someone has placed a hold and requested the item, or if the item has already been renewed twice. The auto renewal will provide a new due date based on the date when the item was originally checked out. Check accounts online or call the library to verify when items are due. Photo courtesy of Library of Congress, Prints & Photographs Division, NYWT&S Collection On Feb. 20, see segments of two films, The Abolitionists and Slavery by Another Name. Chris Miller of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center will discuss the struggles of famous men and women and the Created Equal: America’s Civil Rights Struggle, is made possible through a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities, as part of its Bridging Cultures Initiative, in partnership with the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. Playhouse brings ‘Theory of Mind’ F alling in love is never easy, but it’s more complicated for Bill, a young man who wants desperately to love someone but struggles with the social skills needed to achieve a rewarding relationship. The play focuses on Bill’s first date with a young woman who is unsure of her own reasons for romance. The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park’s popular Off the Hill Series for families is performing Theory of Mind, winner of the 2008 Macy’s New Play Prize for Young Audiences. The play is a sensitive and unsentimental portrait of relationships — an honest and humorous look at adolescent communication and dating relationships. Theory of Mind, for ages 11 and older, will be performed at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at the Kelsey Torstveit as Hilo and Christopher Michael Richardson as Bill peform in Theory of Mind. Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch. The performance is free, but please register online at www.cc-pl.org or call the branch. Food for Thought: Old photos reveal history G required as space is limited. et tips on how to become a historical sleuth using family treasures and old photographs. Dr. Brian Hackett, assistant professor of history at Northern Kentucky University, will discuss how to look at old photographs and see the inside story, and what photos reveal about local history. A History Though Pictures, the next program in City Barbeque’s Food for Thought series, will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, at the Cold Spring Branch. The Food for Thought series is free and for adults, but registration is Register now for the March 24 Food for Thought program, Hamburgers & Tofu on the Ecological Menu. Registration opens Feb. 21 for First Ladies of the Civil War (on April 21); and registration begins on March 5 for Shakers on the Western Frontier (on May 5). Register online at www.cc-pl.org or call the branch at 859-781-6166, ext. 6. Thanks to City Barbeque for their sponsorship! Revel in many program choices for young ones M ore than 25 programs each week are planned for children younger than age 6, which indicates the importance the Library places on helping families develop early literacy skills in preschool-age children. Programs for young ones focus on stories, songs, rhymes, finger plays, and activities for the development of children at different ages. Cold Spring • Mondays: Baby Time (ages 0-2) 10 am & 11 am • Tuesdays: Preschool Time (ages 4-5) 1:30 pm • Wednesdays: Toddler Time (ages 2-3) 9:30, 10:30 & 11:30 am; Growing Readers (ages 4-7) 4 pm • Thursday, Feb. 5 only: Lil Bites (ages 2 & up), 10:30 am • Saturdays: Several programs for children and families — see Calendar for details. • Tuesdays: Toddler Time (ages 2-3) 10 am; Preschool Time (ages 4-5) 11 am • Wednesdays: Lap Time (birth to walkers) 9:30 am; Toddler Time (ages 2-3) 11 am; Preschool Time (ages 4-5) 1:30 pm • Thursdays: Baby Time (walkers-age 2) 9:30 am & 10:30 am • Saturdays: Several programs for children and families — see Calendar for details. Request Signature Series tickets T icket requests are currently being accepted to hear author Rick Atkinson discuss The Guns at Last Light. Atkinson will speak at 7 p.m. March 13 at the Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch. Beginning Feb. 24, tickets may be requested for Rick Atkinson the season’s final Signature Series event featuring Dr. Greg Williams, who will discuss his life and the book, Life on the Color Line, on April 24. Tickets to Signature Series programs are free but are required. Request tickets online or call 859-781-6166, ext. 31. Call to hear a free story Call 859-572-5039 to hear a free, original story with wild sound effects each week. Feb. 2-8 – Going on a Bear Hunt Feb. 9-15 – Bath Time Feb. 16-22 – Flush Feb. 23-March 1 – The Three Little Pigs Newport • Mondays: Ready for K Through Play (ages 3-5) 10 am • Tuesdays: Bounce & Rhyme Baby Story Time (ages 0-2) 10 am; Pajama Time (ages 3-6) 7 pm • Wednesdays: Toddler Time (ages 2-3) 10 am & 11 am; Play Art (ages 3-6) 4 pm • Thursdays: Cook the Book (ages 3-6) 10 am • Saturdays: Several programs for children and families — see Calendar for details. Carrico/Fort Thomas Library open President’s Day The Library will be open regular hours on President’s Day, Monday, Feb. 16. If you’ve got the day off from work or school, come browse our collection! In case of weatherrelated closings, visit the Library’s Facebook page or tune into major local radio and TV stations for information. • Mondays: Pajama Time (ages 3 & up) 7 pm Join the Friends A great way to support the Library is to join the Friends of the Campbell County Public Library. This non-profit organization supports the Library by funding many events through their book sales and memberships. The Library and its staff are very thankful for all that the Friends do for us. Please consider joining this worthwhile organization by completing the registration form to the right and mailing it in. Thank you! Member Registration All membership dues and contributions are tax deductible. Single Membership — $10 Family Membership — $15 Life Membership — $100 Business/organizations — $25 Name ________________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________ City ___________________________________________ State _____ Zip ________________ Telephone ______________________ E-mail ________________________________________ Make checks payable to: Friends of the Campbell County Public Library. Mail to the Friends at 3920 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring, KY 41076. Thank you for your support. CH ANG E S E RVI CE RE Q U EST ED CONNECT COLD SPRING BRANCH 3920 Alexandria Pike Cold Spring, KY 41076 859-781-6166 CARRICO/FORT THOMAS BRANCH 1000 Highland Avenue Fort Thomas, KY 41075 859-572-5033 NEWPORT BRANCH 901 East Sixth Street Newport, KY 41071 859-572-5035 CCPL BOOK CLUBS Enjoy reading? Share your thoughts at a book club discussion. New members and visitors always welcome. BROWN BAG BOOK CLUB Noon first Monday of the month Carrico/Fort Thomas On Feb. 2, the discussion will be about Mom and Me and Mom by Maya Angelou. NEWPORT BOOK CLUB 7 p.m. first Tuesday of the month Newport On Feb. 3, the discussion will be about The Beautiful Mystery by Louise Penny. SPOILER ALERT A book club for teens 6 p.m. second Wednesday of the month Cold Spring On Feb. 11, the discussion will be about Hold Me Closer, Necromancer by Lish McBride. Ages 11-19. CUP OF CRIME BOOK CLUB 7 p.m. third Wednesday of the month Cold Spring On Feb. 18, the discussion will be about The Ritual Bath by Faye Kellerman. REAL MEN READ For women as well as men COLD SPRING BOOK CLUBS 11 a.m. second Tuesday of the month 2 p.m. the following Wednesday Cold Spring On Feb. 10 & 11, the discussions will be about Making Rounds with Oscar by David Dosa. 7 p.m. fourth Thursday of the month Cold Spring HOURS FOR ALL BRANCHES 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday WHO TO TALK TO Cold Spring David Anderson | Branch Manager Carrico/Fort Thomas Pam Vincent | Branch Manager Newport Chantelle Bentley Phillips | Branch Manager and Assistant Director Administration at Cold Spring JC Morgan | Director Kiki Dreyer Burke | Public Relations Terrie Pulliam | Human Resources 24-HOUR SERVICES Circulation: 859-572-5041 Storytelling: 859-572-5039 Download books & music: http://kyunbound.lib.overdrive.com/ On Feb. 26, the discussion will be about Never Cry Wolf: Amazing True Story of Life Among Artic Wolves by Farley Mowat. /campbellkylib No registration required. www.cc-pl.org February 2015 TEEN PROGRAMS Teen programs are generally for kids 11-19. | If requested, please register. Register online, in person or call the branch. NEWPORT BRANCHM S CARRICO/FORT THOMAS BRANCHS COLD SPRING BRANCHMS Something for Your Sweetheart 4-H Presents: Jewelry Making Harry Potter Trivia Night 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 Make a crafty gift for someone you like. Ages 9-13. Learn the basics of designing multi-strand bracelets in a fun workshop led by 4-H staff. Everyone will leave with a bracelet to show off their newly developed jewelry making skills. Ages 8-18. Registration required. Come to Harry Potter Book night. Bring your knowledge and see which house wins. Ages 11-19; parents welcome to attend. No need to register. Teen Lego Block Party 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11 Celebrate a very Un-Valentine’s Day, starting off with a grumpy craft and ending with an anti-love party. Ages 11-19. Snacks provided. No need to register. Anti-Valentine’s Day Collaborate with friends on cool Lego creations. Ages 8 to 18. Snacks provided. Please register. 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12 Un-Valentine’s Day Chess Club The tradition continues. Who needs a valentine when you have chocolate and friends to share the day. Snacks provided. Ages 12-19. 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25 Join the piece movement! The library’s chess club at Carrico/Fort Thomas is open to players of all levels. Ages 8 to 18. Snacks provided. Fleece Pillows 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26 Smash Bros. Club Now’s your chance to make a comfy pillow for a restful sleep. Ages 12-19. 6:30-8:45 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16 Play on the new Smash Wii U game and have a chance to win a random Amiibo. Ages 11-19. No need to register. M O N T H LY C LU B S @ C O L D S P R I N G F O R T E E N S A N D T W E E N S C O L D S P R I N G B R A N C H | Registration required unless noted.S Anime Club — 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2 Minecraft Club — 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9 Teen Advisory Board — 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb.23 Watch Anime. Snacks provided. Ages 13-19. Play the game. Snacks and prizes provided. Ages 9-18. Teen Space — 5-6:30 p.m. Mondays, Feb. 2, 16 & 23 Card Game Club — 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19 Help plan programs, suggest items for our collection and make new friends. Ages 11 to 19. Hang with friends, play games, or read. No need to register. Calling all Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh, Vanguard and other card players. Ages 10 and older. Snacks provided. No need to register. A D U LT P R O G R A M S Always wanted to try writing but not sure how to get started? | Try out the Cold Spring Writer’s Club. NEWPORT BRANCHM S CARRICO/FORT THOMAS BRANCHS COLD SPRING BRANCHMS Smoking Cessation Classes Family Tabletop 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2, 9, 16 & 23 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15 The four week Fresh Start program by American Cancer Society are hour-long classes once a week to help people who want to quit smoking. No need to register. Spend time with family playing classic board games or trying out new ones. Bring games from home or play one of ours. Families. Snacks provided. Prizes to be won. No need to register. Felt Flower Accessories Cold Spring Writer’s Club 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16 Get a tutorial and create unique accessories adorned with soft, colorful flowers. Basic knowledge of hand sewing is recommended. Please register. Fit for Life: Yoga for Wellness Created Equal: America’s Civil Rights Struggle 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2 & 9 7 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 6, 20 & 27 Valentine Hand Warmers Improve balance, suppleness, focus and strength. Join us for the last two sessions with yoga instructor Phoenix Wilson. No prior yoga experience necessary. Bring a mat or towel. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9 Foster Care and Adoption: The Facts You Need Keep hands and hearts warm with simple-to-make hand warmers. Registration required. 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12 See related story, page 1. Get information about the qualifications and requirements to become a foster or adoptive parent. Share your work with other writers. Led by former creative writing teacher Sean Detisch. Beginners and pros alike are welcome. Snacks provided. No need to register. CCPL Board Meeting 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18 The Board meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month. Meetings take place on a rotating basis among the three branches. City BBQ Food for Thought: A History Through Pictures 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24 See related story page 2. ADVENTURE CLUBS Weekly programs are for children in 1st through 5th grades. | Registration required for all Adventure Club programs unless specifically noted. NEWPORT BRANCHM S CARRICO/FORT THOMAS BRANCHS COLD SPRING BRANCHMS Bear Foot Presents: The Story Vine Grossology Harry Potter Book Night 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 The story you hear depends on the object you pick off the Story Vine, which is in honor of Black History Month. Boogers and burps are celebrated at this disgusting party. This exciting event gives new and existing fans of J.K. Rowling’s unforgettable stories new life, showing a new generation of readers the unparalleled magic of Harry Potter. Mad Hatter’s Valentine Party 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10 Join us for “tea” and cookies, and make Valentine’s Day cards and balloon hats. Mardi Gras 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17 Make fantastic masks and join our parade. Cincinnati Zoo Presents: Wings of Wonder 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24 Valentine’s Day Craft 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9 Use the Library’s supplies to make a gift for a special Valentine. Game Day 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16 Play games or join in an Angry Birds tournament. Snacks provided. Paint Your Own Masterpiece 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23 Using our paints, create a masterpiece on canvas in any style you like. Meet birds both big and small from the Cincinnati Zoo. Paint & Bake Ceramics: Heart Magnets 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12 Make a Valentine’s Day magnet with Paint & Bake Ceramics. Board Game Bonanza 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19 Bring the whole family to play an assortment of new and classic board games. Dr. Seuss Birthday Extravaganza 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26 You would not, could not, want to miss a Dr. Seuss birthday celebration with crafts and games. S U P E R S AT U R D AY S Diverse programs for children and families. | Please register for all programs unless indicated otherwise. NEWPORT BRANCHMS CARRICO/FORT THOMAS BRANCHS COLD SPRING BRANCHMS I ‘Must-ache’ you to be my Valentine Family Story Time 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, 14, 21 & 28 Read books, sing songs and make a fun craft. No need to register. Come to a silly mustache-themed Valentine’s Day Party, with games, crafts and treats. Ages 2-6; siblings welcome. Lego Club Movement & Music 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 Build masterpieces with thousands of Legos, and make a stop-motion film using the Lego Movie Maker app on Library iPads. Families. Sing, dance, tell stories and make music together. Families. Lego Club 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 Princesses of Arendelle Meet and Greet Make stuff with thousands of Legos. Families. 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 Fairy Tea Party 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21 Sensory Friendly Story Time Meet and get your picture taken with your favorite snow princesses. Make a Frozen craft and join the sing along. Families. Registration required as space is limited. 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 & 21 Doctor Who Day Stories, songs, movement games and activities planned especialy for children with sensory integration challenges. Families. Registration required. 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21 All gnomes and fairies are invited to enjoy a magical tea party, crafts and photo booth in our enchanted forest. Program geared toward ages 2-6. Play with Food 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 Make yummy crafts you can eat. All ages. P L AY A R T NEWPORT BRANCHMS Birthstone Pendant Climb aboard the Tardis and celebrate our favorite Time Lord. Make crafts, eat fish sticks and custard, and play Whovian games. Families. 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 Dr. Seuss Birthday Party Make a nice gift this Valentine’s Day by making birthstone jewelry. Families. 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 You would not, could not, want to miss a Dr. Seuss birthday celebration with crafts and games. Families. Play Art Baby Love 4 p.m. Wednesdays 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 Children use their imaginations by being creative and getting messy! Ages 3-6. Registration required as space is limited to 30. Feb. 4 — Valentine Lava Lamps Feb. 11 — GIANT Valentines Feb. 18 — Grass Heads Feb. 25 — Dry Erase Mural Make a Valentine footprint craft. Birth to age 2. COLD SPRING BRANCHMS Puppy Tales: Read to a Dog Lil Bites: HEART Healthy Food 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 Read a story to a specially trained therapy dog. Wilma, the German Shepherd, returns to the library. Registration required. Library staff will contact you to schedule a specific 15-minute session. All ages. Once a month join us for healthy snacks, stories, crafts and games. This month make heart-shaped healthy food in time for Valentine’s Day. Families. Registration required. FA M I L I E S
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