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Home›Community News›Library News›Covington Library – April News

Covington Library – April News

By VOICE of the Valley
March 24, 2017
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Covington Library

27100 164th Avenue SE

Covington, WA 98042

253.630.8761

 

April 2017 Events

 

Please click on the links below to view the programs for each age group.

Children & Families

Tweens & Teens

Adults

 

 

Children & Families

 

Russian Story Times

Tuesday, April 4, 11, 18 and 25, 10:30am

Family program, all ages welcome with adult.

Stories, songs and fun!

 

Family Story Times

Tuesday, April 4, 11, 18 and 25, 7pm

Family program, all ages welcome with adult.

Stories, songs and fun!

Kids are welcome to wear their PJs to this nighttime Story Time.

Social time will follow.

 

Family Story Times

Friday, April 7, 14 and 21, 10:30am

Family program, all ages welcome with adult.

Stories, songs and fun!

Social time after Story Time.

 

Infant and Young Toddler Story Times

Wednesday, April 19 and 26, 10:30am and 11:15am

Newborn to 24 months with adult, siblings welcome.

Stories, songs and fun!

Social time after Story Time.

 

Bee Hive Jive!

Friday, April 28, 10:30am

Ages 2 to 12 with adult.

Dance like bees with Urban Farmer Lisa Taylor and her Garden Critter Academy puppets as we take a music and movement filled adventure in a bee hive. Buzz with the bees to gather pollen, fertilize plants and help make our food.

 

 

Tweens & Teens

 

Build a Better Lunch

Saturday, April 1, 2:30pm

Presented by Laurie Pfalzer, Pastry Craft.

Adults, middle and high school ages.

Do you want a healthier, more satisfying lunch? Then learn to make it yourself! Chef Laurie will introduce different types of breads, lunch meats, cheeses, veggies, fruit and fun snacks then guide you through making the perfect sandwich tailored just for you.

Space is limited. First come, first seated.

 

Game On!

Wednesday, April 5 and 19, 4pm

Middle and high school ages.

Play Wii U, Wii and Xbox 360 games or just hang out with friends.

 

Mug Cake Bakery

Friday, April 14, 1pm

Teens and tweens in grades 4 and older.

Mug cakes are speedy, delicious treats you can make in your microwave. Learn to make a quick, tiny batter to mix in a mug for a special delight that will satisfy your sweet tooth.

Space is limited. First come, first seated.

 

Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons

Friday, April 14 and 28, 3:30pm

Middle and high school ages.

Explore strange lands, clash with foes, become legendary!

 

Teen After-Hours @ Covington Library

Friday, April 14, 7pm

Middle and high school ages.

We’re opening the library on Friday night just for teens. Play video games, watch a movie, use computers, snack or just hangout. All free!

Please arrive at 7pm sharp. Reservations will be held until 7:10pm. Teens must be picked-up by 10pm.

 

Help You, Help Out: Food Assistance Information and Volunteer Fair

Saturday, April 15, 2pm

Discover the different non-profit agencies offering food assistance programs in and around Covington. Chat with each group to find out how they can help you, or how you can help the community by volunteering with them.

 

Budget Bites

Saturday, April 15

1pm: ages 12 and younger with adult

3pm: ages 13 to 100

Presented by Erika Speirs, NourishME!

In this hour long demonstration cooking class, focus on nutritious, tasty and budget-friendly recipes. Get hands-on cooking experience by volunteering to assist or just relax and sample yummy tasters. Recipes will be vegetarian with possible eggs and dairy.

Space is limited, first come, first seated.

 

Art Club

Friday, April 21, 3pm

Teens and tweens in grades 5 and older.

Hang out with other artists and unleash your creativity through guided and not-so-guided activities. April’s project is hand sewn and decorated oven mitts.

 

Teen Library Council

Wednesday, April 26, 3:30pm

Middle and high school ages.

Make the library more awesome for teens! Covington Library is seeking dedicated teens to share ideas and help plan events. Make new friends and voice your opinion!

 

Board-dom

Wednesday, April 26, 4pm

Middle and high school ages.

Relax, snack, play board games or just hang out.

 

Study Zone

Mondays-Thursdays, 5–7pm

When school is in session.

Grades K-12.

Drop-in during scheduled Study Zone hours for free homework help from volunteer tutors.

 

 

Adults

 

Friends of the Covington Library Meeting

Tuesday, April 4, 7:30pm

 

A Nose for News – Sniffing Out Stories in Newspapers

Sunday, April 9, 2pm

Get a dozen useful tips for searching in old newspapers! Each suggestion will be accompanied by real-life examples to cement the ideas.

 

Covi Adult Book Group

All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

Thursday, April 13, 2pm

 

Genealogy Information Sessions

Saturday, April 15, 2pm

Looking to learn something new about your family tree? Come by the library lobby for information from the South King County Genealogical Society.

 

EVERYONE’S TALKING ABOUT IT
Drum Fun for Adults

Saturday, April 22, 2pm

Hand drumming is a wonderful way to increase coordination, boost stamina, sharpen memory and lift your spirits! In this joyful “playshop,” use voice, body, hand percussion and drums (supplied) to explore the wonderful world of rhythm. Before you know it, you will be making the music you love to dance to! No musical background necessary.

Registration required beginning April 8.

What’s on YOUR mind in 2017? Join in lively conversations about topics that matter with free programs at KCLS libraries.

Politics, education, space exploration, sustainable living, race and important moments in history are just a few things we will discuss. Find topics that fascinate YOU and come talk about it.

For more information, www.kcls.org.

 

Use Your Voice: Political Advocacy 101

Sunday, April 23, 1:30pm

Join us at the Covington Library for a free nonpartisan event, all ages welcome and no political experience needed!

Open to anyone who is interested in learning how to advocate to their Members of Congress as well as to their State and locally elected officials about issues that matter to you. Your legislators work for you so it’s time they hear from you!

Space is limited. First come, first seated.

 

AARP Tax Help

Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays through April 15, 10am-4pm

Get free individualized tax preparation assistance provided by trained AARP volunteers. No age or income limits. Please bring picture I.D., documented proof of Social Security Number, and last year’s return as well as any current tax documents. No complex or business returns. Please pickup and complete the AARP intake form at the Information Desk.

Priority for tax appointments is given to walk-ins. Those who phone will be placed on hold until all walk-ins have been served, 253.630.8761.

 

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

Mondays and Wednesdays in April, 6pm

Learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.

Assessment and registration required.

 

Talk Time Classes

Thursdays, 6pm

Practice speaking English with other English language learners.

 

Citizenship Classes

Saturdays, 10am

Learn how to become a United States Citizen

 

Computer Classes

Register online, in person or by calling 253.630.8761.

One-on-One Computer Help

Saturday, April 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2pm

Internet Level 2

Monday, April 3, 7pm

Microsoft Word 2013, Level 2

Monday, April 10, 7pm

Microsoft Publisher 2013

Monday, April 17, 7pm

 

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