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Ways to Find Adventure at Your Local Library This Summer

If you’re looking for affordable things to do this summer your local library has you covered!

I’m sharing how you can find adventure at Kenton County Public Library this summer with the summer reading celebration and more.

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This article is written in partnership with Kenton County Public Library.

Join the Summer Reading Celebration Adventure at Your Library

The Summer Reading Celebration Adventure at Your Library is from June 1- July 31st.

Beanstack how it works

How Does it Work?

Starting June 1 you can track your daily reading with a paper log (pick up at the library) or by using Beanstack, the Reading Tracker App

You can watch the tutorial for how to use Beanstack here.

This challenge DOESN’T count time or books because the focus is on reading daily.

It could be a book, magazine, Facebook, or even the back of a cereal box.

books on a hammock

How the Libary Can Help You Create A Habit of Reading This Summer

If you want to read more but haven’t figured out how to carve out the time, the library can help.

A big part of creating a new habit for adults and kids is starting small and being consistent. That’s where the Summer Reading Celebration at the library comes in.

The library has created incentives to help motivate patrons to form the habit of reading daily, even if it’s only for a few minutes.

These incentives are for ALL ages not just kids!

Ziegler Pool

It might be as simple as carving out some time each evening to read before bed or bringing a book to enjoy at the pool or park.

t-shirt and drawstring bag Kenton County Public Library

Prizes for Kids

  • Earn a drawstring bag after 5 days of reading.
  • Earn a book after 10 days of reading.
  • Earn a t-shirt or canvas tote after 15 days of reading.
  • Keep reading to earn entries into our grand prize giveaways at the end of summer.
  • Earn one entry for every five days of reading.
tote bag and water bottle Kenton County Public Library

Prizes for Teens and Adults

  • Adults and Teens will earn their prize after 15 days of reading.
  • Earn an insulated water bottle or canvas tote for 15 days of reading.
  • Keep reading to earn entries into our grand prize giveaways at the end of summer.
  • Earn one entry for every five days of reading.
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Info For Everyone

  • Read & Earn Prizes
  • * Prizes while supplies last
  • * T-shirt sizes limited
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Save the Dates – Library Kick-Off Events

Each Kenton County Public Library branch will have a special event for the summer reading kickoff. The events are open to residents within and outside Kenton County.

 Adventure Begins at Your Library  Erlanger Branch

Erlanger Branch

401 Kenton Lands Rd, Erlanger, KY

Passport to Adventure: Summer Reading Celebration Kickoff

Friday, May 31, 2024, from 5 PM – 7 PM

Join us for an adventure through the library as we celebrate the start of summer reading! Travel to the ocean to see a live shark, meet superheroes as they save the city, go on a scavenger hunt safari, and other fun journeys. Fuel up with pizza while supplies last.

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Independence Branch

1992 Walton Nicholson Rd, Independence, KY

Summer Reading Kickoff – Choose Your Own Adventure!

Saturday, June 1, 2024, 12 PM – 2:30 PM

Calling all seekers of Adventure! Push yourself to the limit as you attempt to dominate the 60-foot, Radical Run Obstacle Course, and the Wipeout Extreme Ball Run!  Take it to the max with Choose Your Own Adventure contests! Refreshments will be served!

 Adventure Begins at Your Library  Covington Branch

Covington Branch

Summer Reading Celebration Kickoff

Saturday, June 1, 2024, 6 PM – 8 PM

Celebrate the beginning of Summer Reading at the Covington Branch. Enjoy family-friendly activities, inflatables, music by DJ Tony Nickol, pizza, and Kona Ice! Door prizes will be raffled off during the event, and you must be present to WIN! The first 50 in attendance receive a special gift.

Travel the World Through Books

Additional Ways to Have an Adventure at Your Library this Summer

There are many ways to adventure at your local library this summer.

 Kenton County Public Library Independence Branch

Explore Through Books

Discover destinations that you want to visit in the future, escape through books to another world, or travel back in time through fiction books.

play area at Covington Branch

Enjoy the Children’s Play Areas

Each Kenton County Public Library branch has dedicated play areas for kids. Kids can spend time reading or tap into their imagination through play.

kids area Independence branch  Kenton County Public Library

The library is a great option for a rainy day or if you need to beat the heat in the summer.

teen area Erlanger Branch Kenton County Public Library

Teen Areas

Each Kenton County Public Library Branch has a dedicated area for teens and special teen-focused programs and events.

STREAM Center at Erlanger Branch Kenton County Library

Create at the STREAM Center at Erlanger and Covington Branches

You can get creative at the Erlanger and Covington Branches.

The STREAM Center stands for (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art & Math) and it’s a place to create, be creative and learn new skills. The STREAM Center combines hands-on learning and digital technology.

You can see the full list of STREAM equipment here and you’re only charged for the materials used.

If you haven’t used the equipment before you’ll need to schedule a training 48 hours in advance with staff. You can check the schedule for upcoming free classes too.

Examples of Ideas to Make at the STREAM Center

  • Vacation T-shirt
  • Banners and posters or graduation parties or special events
  • Engrave a cutting board
Maker area Covington branch  Kenton County Public Library

The Covington Branch has additional equipment including a button maker, laminator, and various paper-cutting tools for use by the public.

Maker area Covington branch  Kenton County Public Library

During a recent visit, we made custom Euchre coasters on the sublimation machine for our monthly Euchre tournament with friends.

Items you can make at Covington Branch Kenton County Public Library

Examples of Ideas to Make at the Covington Branch

  • Designs on mugs
  • Coasters
  • Plates
  • Tumblers
Library of Things Kenton County Public Library

Check Out Items From The Libary of Things

You can check out telescopes, large yard games, tools, and more from The Library of Things.

Genealogy Kenton County Public Library Covington Branch

Go On A History Adventure at the Local History and Genealogy Department

You can take a deeper dive into your family history or the history of the area at the Covington Branch.

Genealogy Kenton County Public Library Covington Branch

Don’t know where to start?

You can contact the library to request help with your genealogy and local history research or to schedule a one-on-one research assistance appointment. 

Video games at Erlanger Branch Library

Try It Before You Buy It At the Library

You can save money by trying items and classes before you commit to purchasing the item or classes.

 Kenton County Public Library Covington Branch

Did you know the library has video games, books, movies, 3-D printers, yoga and Zumba classes, knitting, etc?

Courtyard at Erlanger Branch Library

Free Lunch at the Library

All three branches offer free lunches once a week during the summer for kids.

Kenton County Public Library Independence Branch

Covington Branch

Every Monday starting June 3 & ending July 29 from 11 AM -12 PM library patrons can enjoy a FREE meal provided by the Covington Independent School District. 

Kenton County Public Library Independence Branch

Independence Branch

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 11:45 AM –12:45 PM

Each Tuesday children 18 and under receive a free lunch courtesy of the Kenton County school district. Those over 18 will pay a small fee for food.

Kenton County Public Library Erlanger Branch

Erlanger Branch

Children 18 and under will receive a free meal provided by Erlanger-Elsmere Schools (while supplies last) each Wednesday starting June 5 through July 31 from 12 PM – 1PM.

Meals for adults may be purchased and lunches must be eaten on-site.

down the rabbit hole program Independence Branch Library

Don’t Miss Out On Special Events at Each Library Branch All Summer Long!

Did you know you can read to rabbits with the “Down the Rabbit Hole” program at the Independence Branch?

Reading to bunnies can gain confidence in reading out loud and help reduce anxiety and blood pressure. Make sure that you sign up for your time slot in advance.

Here are the Adventure-themed special events all summer long.

You can find more free resources at the Kenton County Public Library here.

prize pack for Kenton County Public Library

Enter to Win a Prize Pack From Kenton County Public Library

I’m giving away the following in the Prize Pack

  • (3) Level 1 Readers
  • (2) Baby Board Books
  • (2) Teen Books
  • (2) Books for Adults
  • A cooler
  • T-shirt
  • Water Bottle
  • Tote

*Prize pack must be picked up at one of the Kenton County Public Library branch locations. No substitutions.

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Ways to Find Adventure at Your Local Library This Summer

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