Erlanger Branch Library Events - February

Erlanger Branch Library – 401 Kenton Lands Rd., (859) 962-4000
For Everyone
Special Event
Valentine Party
Sunday, February 12 at 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
And the Oscar goes to...
February 1-26
Guess the winners, win a winner! It's your chance to flex your movie IQ by picking the winners of the 84th Academy Awards. Stop by the Library before the Academy Awards show, and pick a ballot up at the reference desk starting Feb. 1.
Book Discussion
"Major Pettigrew's Last Stand" by Helen Simonson
Wednesday, February 1 at 7 p.m. "A Room with a View" by E.M. Forster
Wednesday, February 15 at 7 p.m.
Read the book and then join us for this monthly book discussion group! "A Night to Remember" by Walter Lord
Thursday, February 16 at 2 p.m.
Writers' Group
Thursdays, February 2 & Feb. 16 at 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.
Fast Track to the GED
Mondays from 5-8 p.m.
Prepare for the GED. For more information, call Gateway at 442-1180 or 393-8316.
The History of Covington's Sisters of Notre Dame Reg.Req
Tuesday, February 7 at 7 p.m.
Explore this rich history in this fascinating pictorial presentation with local Arcadia Publishing author Wm. Michael Hargis. After the program, books will be available for sale and signing.
Knitting Group Reg.Req
Thursday, February 9 at 7 p.m.
Learn to knit or bring your own knitting project for community and conversation with other knitters at our monthly knitting group meeting. New knitters should bring size 9 needles and medium (worsted) weight yarn.
Politics, Peddling, and Murder: The Story of Carl Kiger Reg.Req
Thursday, February 9 at 7 p.m.
Learn about the man before the famous murder of August 1943 with Robert Schrage, local author of Carl Kiger: the Man Beyond the Murder.
Film Night
Friday, February 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Watch and discuss "Moneyball" starring Brad Pitt.
Celebrating Greater Cincinnati’s German Heritage Reg.Req
Tuesday, February 14 at 7 p.m.
Experience the fun of the many major festivities, celebrations, and events throughout the calendar year in the Greater Cincinnati area without leaving the Library through the stories of author Don Heinrich. After the program, books will be available for sale and signing. Registration requested.
Writers' Workshop: Some Write, Some Wrong Reg.Req
Thursday, February 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Learn the crazy-making pitfalls and how to avoid them from Patricia McLinn, an award-winning and best-selling author of more than 26 novels.
Legendary Locals of Greater Cincinnati Reg.Req
Thursday, February 23 at 7 p.m.
Discover the stories of Barney Kroger, Pete Rose, Joseph Strauss and more in this fascinating local history presentation with Kevin Grace, author of "Legendary Locals of Cincinnati." After the program, books will be available for sale and signing.
Kentucky Symphony Orchestra's Newport Ragtime Band Reg.Req
Saturday, February 25 at 2 p.m.
Live and in concert at your Library: the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra's Newport Ragtime Band! Performing songs from their "Rags to Riches: the Roots of America's Musical Heritage" CD.
The Golden Era of Cincinnati Radio Reg.Req
Tuesday, February 28 at 7 p.m.
Tune in for Doris Day, Rosemary Clooney, Andy Williams, "Fats" Waller, and more. Through rare and often unpublished images, experience the first 50 years of the golden era of Cincinnati Radio with author Michael A. Martini. After the program, books will be available for sale and signing.
Senior Movie Day
Wednesday, February 29 at 1 p.m.
Watch and discuss the classic "Adam's Rib" starring Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy.
Mother-Daughter Craft Date Reg.Req
Wednesday, February 8 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mothers and their daughters (ages 12 and up) are invited to join us as we turn festive paper into a beautiful Valentine's wreath. All materials and supplies provided.
Erlanger Teens
Craft
Mother-Daughter Date Reg.Req
Wednesday, February 8 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Mothers and their daughters (ages 12 and up) are invited to join us as we turn festive paper into a beautiful Valentine's wreath. All materials and supplies provided.
Chess Club
Grades 1-12
Tuesdays from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Chess players and "would-be" chess players are invited to come after school and enjoy this game of strategy. Thirty minutes of chess instruction for beginners will be offered from 3:30-4PM. Open play will be available from 4-5:30PM.
Teen Space
Grades 6-12
Wednesdays from 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.
The Word Processors
Grades 6-12
Thursdays February 2 & 16 from 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.
An Evening of Anime
Grades 6-12
Monday, February 13 from 6-8 p.m.
This month's anime is "Xam'd: Lost Memories."
Movie
Teen Movie Night
Grades 6-12
Monday, February 27 from 6-8 p.m.
This month's film is "Van Helsing." Popcorn and drinks provided. PG-13.
Teen Advisory Board
Grades 6-12
Wednesday, February 29 from 6-8 p.m.
Discuss what programs or activities you'd like to see in your library or how to improve current programs. Pizza and refreshments will be provided.
Erlanger Children's Programs
Crafternoons
Ages 6-12 years Wednesdays from 4-5 p.m.
Feb. 1 – Bubble Wrap Feb. 8 – Game of Love Feb. 15 – Gumdrop Designs Feb. 22 – World Thinking Day Feb. 29 – Bread
Library Lover's Month Celebration!
Ages 6-12 years
Thursday, February 2 from 7-8 p.m.
Why just celebrate Groundhog Day when you can join the Australians in celebrating Library Lover's Month? Enjoy some library stories, and snack, and a lovely craft.
Super Football Party! Reg.Req
Ages 3-6 years
Friday, February 3 at 4 p.m.
Celebrate FOOTBALL with books, crafts and snacks!
Reading Buddies Club
Ages 2-12 years
Mondays, Feb. 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 4:30-6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 9 from 7-9, Saturdays, Feb. 11 & 25 from 11-1
children who are not native-English speeking or just want to boost their reading skills can come and spend time reading with an adult Reading Buddy volunteer. Pizza will be served.
Read in the Bathtub Day!
Ages 6-12 years
Thursday, February 9 from 7-8 p.m.
It's Read in the Bathtub Day! Celebrate with some stories for the tub, a snack, and soap art!
Homeschool Program
Tonight is Carnaval! Reg.Req
Ages 6-12 years & a parent
Monday, February 13 at 1:30 p.m.
Join Sheryl Epping, experienced homeschool parent and educator, for middle grade unit studies with the title "Tonight is Carnaval!" Visit the Andes Mountains in Peru, learn to draw a llama, work on goofy grammar and more!
Pancake Party!
Ages 6-12 years
Thursday, February 16 from 7-8 p.m.
Celebrate Mardis Gras and Nat'l Pancake Day a little early with stories, a craft and pancakes!
For the Birds! Reg.Req
Ages 3-6 years
Friday, February 17 at 4 p.m.
Celebrate National Bird Feeder Month with stories, snacks and a craft. (There will be peanut butter at this program.)
Puppy Tales
Grades 1-6 & a parent
Sunday, February 19 from 2-4 p.m.
Join us for Puppy Tales and you can read to a dog at the library! We will supply the dogs, you bring the children!
Happy Birthday, Mr. Renoir!
Ages 6-12 years
Thursday, February 23 from 7-8 p.m.
Celebrate the upcoming birthday of the French artist Renoir. We'll read, snack, and create some Renoir-inspired art!
Homeschool Program
The Old Man and His Door Reg.Req
Ages 6-12 years & a parent
Monday, February 27 at 1:30 p.m.
Join Sheryl Epping, experienced homeschool parent and educator, for middle grade unit studies with the title "The Old Man and His Door". Meet a new friend in Mexico, taste guacamole and salsa, and learn about simple machines.
Erlanger Computer Classes
Take a look at Ereaders Reg.Req
Tuesday, February 7 at 6:30 p.m.
Take a look at several E-readers on the market. Pam Baker will show you how you can get E-books for free using the Library's website.
First Time Computer Users Reg.Req
Wednesday, February 8 at 10 a.m.

Open Lab Time Reg.Req
Monday, February 13 from 10-11:30 a.m.
Have computer questions? We've got answers and the time to help you!
Introduction to Word Reg.Req
Tuesday, February 14 at 6:30 p.m.
Cloud Computing Reg.Req
Tuesday, February 21 at 6:30 p.m.
Learn how you can use Google Docs and Microsoft SkyDrive for all your Cloud Computing needs.
Facebook for Beginners Reg.Req
Tuesday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m.

Free Online Classes
Please note: these are online classes and require an Internet and audio connection. Please provide your email when registering. Most classes allow time for questions

Quick guide: How to borrow e-books for your Kindle and Apple devices
Tuesday, February 7 from 10-10:30 a.m.
Learn how to use Overdrive to download and borrow e-books for any of your Kindle devices or by downloading the Kindle app to your device.

Celebrate Urban Birds: online workshop from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Thursday, February 9 from noon-1 p.m.
Join us for a very special online class from Karen Ann Purcell from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. She will provide a presentation on the Celebrate Urban Birds project, show us how to learn more about birds on the Cornell website, and tell us how we can get involved in citizen science.

Quick guide: How to borrow e-books for your Nook or Sony Reader
Thursday, February 16 from noon-noon
Learn to use Overdrive to download and borrow e-books for your Nook or Sony Reader.

Homework help: science projects and more
Tuesday, February 21 from noon-1 p.m.
Learn about the online resources available to help you or your kids finish homework projects from home. We have many e-books, science projects, online encyclopedias and more that teachers love and students love to use.

Next Reads: Science Fiction
Thursday, February 23 from 10-11 a.m.
Science Fiction Readers’ Advisory Science and technology have again and again turned science fiction into science fact. This workshop will cover some of the great, classic science fiction writers, top writers of today, and offer online and print resources for finding out more about authors, series, and what to read next.

Quick guide: the wonderful world of AccessScience
Tuesday, February 28 from 10-10:30 a.m.
LibraryJournal rated AccessScience as one of the best resources out there to explore and learn about science. It includes articles on every science subject and amazing photos, videos, study guides, and tutorials. You can even download content for your own presentations