Covington October 2016
All Ages
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Saturday October 1 10:00-5:00 a.m. and Sunday, October 2, 1:00-5:00 p.m. Purchase used books, videos and CDs at bargain prices. Proceeds support library programs and events. Donations welcome.
Children & Families
Russian Story Time
Tuesday, October 4, 11, 18 and 25, 10:30 a.m. Stories, rhymes and music in Russian. Русская Сказка. Каждый Вторник, 10:30 утра Возраст не ограничен; дети должны присутствовать с родителями или с другим взрослым человеком. Истории, музыка, стишки и много веселья на Русском языке. Для русско-говорящих детей и для тех кто заинтересован в Русском языке. Регистрации нет.
Crazy 8s Math Club
Tuesday, October 4, 11, 18, and 25, 4:15 p.m. September 13 – November 1. Kindergarten through 2nd Grade. Crazy 8s is a recreational after-school math club that helps kids enjoy the math behind their favorite activities. It’s math gone wild! Kids build glow-in-the-dark structures, crack secret spy codes and play games like Toilet Paper Olympics. Register for the eight-week series online beginning August 20. Funded by the Bedtime Math Foundation. Sponsored by the Friends of the Covington Library.
Family Story Time
Tuesday, October 4, 11, and 18, 7:00 p.m. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Pajamarama! Reading, rhymes, songs and movement activities to build language skills that start your child on the road to reading. Stay and play until 8 p.m. with early learning toys after Story Time.
Infant and Young Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, October 5, 12, and 19, 10:05 a.m. Newborn to 24 months with adult, siblings are welcome. Wee Ones! Enjoy bouncy rhymes, familiar songs and a wee bit of story in this 20-minute session, followed by 20 minutes of social time with blocks and bubbles.
Glow-in-the-Dark Lanterns
Thursday, October 6, 4:30 p.m. Grades 3-6. Make glow-in-the-dark mummies and fairy lights. Learn about real ghost lights and gross-out mummy trivia. Bring a friend; make a friend. If you are able, bring your own jar for each lantern (about 1 pint size). Sponsored by the Friends of the Covington Library
Family Story Time
Friday, October 7, 14, and 21, 10:05 a.m. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Reading, rhymes, songs and movement activities to build language skills that start your child on the road to reading. Stay and play until 11a.m. with early learning toys after Story Time.
Young Readers Book Bunch
Saturday, October 15, 10:00 a.m. Anything but Ordinary Addie by Mara Rockliff Grades 1 to 3, adult companion welcome.
Read together, talk about books and play games while we munch a mid-morning snack. Program lasts one hour.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Covington Library.
The Green Bird Puppet Show
Tuesday, October 25, 7:00 p.m. – Presented by Oregon Shadow Theatre. Ages 5 and older. In a story with music and shadow puppets a boy is transformed into a fortune telling bird by an evil magician. A brave girl tries to save him and encounters characters and scenes from Mexico’s rich folkloric tradition. Performance is held in the darkened Great Hall. The program is not appropriate for very young children. Sponsored by the Friends of the Covington Library
Tweens
Radical Robots
Friday, October 14, 2:00 p.m. Presented by Pacific Science Center. Ages 8-12. Get ready to have a have a swarm of adorable robots take over the library! Learn to use Kibo® the robot to develop and optimize programs and complete challenges while discovering the world of robotics and basic program design. Register online, beginning October 7.
Teens
Study Zone
Monday-Thursdays, 5-7p.m. – Grades K-12. Drop-in during scheduled Study Zone hours for free homework help from volunteer tutors.
Game On!
Wednesday, October 5, and 19, 4-5 p.m. Middle school, junior high and high school ages. Play video games at the library! WiiU, Wii, Xbox 360, and tons of great games! Just show up and play. It’s free. Sponsored by the Friends of the Covington Library.
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Wednesday, October 12, 4:00 p.m. Middle school, junior high and high school ages. Make the library more awesome for teens! The Covington Library is seeking dedicated teens to share ideas and help plan programs and services. Make new friends and voice your opinion the 2nd Wednesday of every month. Sponsored by Friends of the Covington Library.
Write On!
Wednesday, October 12, 4:30 p.m. Middle school, junior high and high school ages. Meet other teen authors and improve your craft. This writing circle is your place to share what you’re working on, give and receive feedback, and have fun!
Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons Workshop
Friday, October 14, and 21, 3:00 p.m. Middle school, junior high and high school ages. Explore strange lands, clash with foes, and become legendary! Learn to play D&D or build your skills the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month.
Teen After-Hours @ the Library
Friday, October 14, 7:00 p.m. Middle school, junior high and high school ages. We’re opening the library on Friday night just for teens. Play videogames, 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 10 p.m. Required registration begins September 16 at 10 a.m.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Covington Library.
Youth Drop-In
Wednesday, October 26, 4:00 p.m. Middle school, junior high and high school ages. Relax, snack, play board games and just hang out. Sponsored by Friends of the Covington Library.
Adults
Citizenship Classes
Saturday, October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 10:00 a.m. Learn how to become a United States Citizen. Study for the naturalization test, including civics and government questions, reading and writing English and practicing your interview skills. Classes are free, join anytime!
Friends of the Covington Library Meeting
Tuesday, October 4, 7:30 p.m. Join us! Everyone welcome.
Wisdom Cafe: Aging Creatively – Living Life with Intention and Discovery
Wednesday, October 5, 2:00 p.m. Staying intentional and awake are choices we can make at any age. Being older often gives us time to explore and discover what matters most to us. We’ll discuss what we want to discover in the coming months.
Talk Time Class
Thursday, October 6, 13, 20, and 27, 6:00 p.m. Practice speaking English with other English language learners. Learn about American culture and meet people from around the world. Classes are free, join anytime!
Sign up for ORCA Lift’s Reduced Fares
Wednesday, October 12, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Drop in to register for ORCA LIFT, a new, reduced fare on Metro buses, Sound Transit Link light rail, and more. Income-qualified riders, ages 19 and older, can save 50% or more. To see if you qualify, check www.orcalift.com or call Multi-Service Center at 253-838-6810.
Please bring ID and income verification documents.
Covi Adult Book Group
Thursday, October 13, 2:00 p.m. The All-girl Filling Station’s Last Reunion by Fannie Flagg. Join this friendly group for a stimulating and lively book discussion. New members always welcome.
Genealogy Information Sessions
Saturday, October 15, 2:00-4:00 p.m. (ask at the library or check online for additional October Dates in celebration of Family History Month).
Wisdom Cafe: True to Ourselves, or Set in Our Ways?
Saturday, October 22, 2:00 p.m. What do we love about our lives and how we live them? We’ll discuss what we can and cannot tolerate and how to deal with issues so we move forward in our relationships.
Introduction to Snowshoeing
Tuesday, October 25, 6:00 p.m. – Presented by Dan Nelson, Author of Snowshoe Routes, Washington. Over the last 20 years, snowshoeing has been the fastest growing outdoor winter sport. The ease with which beginners can become accomplished snowshoers helps explain this growth, as does the relatively low cost of entering the sport. Author and snowshoe review specialist Dan Nelson will describe the techniques, safety concerns and destinations needed to help get you into the winter wilderness safely. Sponsored by the Friends of the Covington Library.
One-on-One Computer Help
Saturday, October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2:00 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. Drop in or call ahead for a 30-minute appointment, 253-630-8761
Computer Class: Microsoft Publisher 2013
Monday, October 10, 7:00 p.m. Registration begins September 26.
Computer Class: Gmail
Monday, October 17, 7:00 p.m. Registration begins October 3.
Computer Class: Microsoft Excel 2013 Level 1
Monday, October 24, 7:00 p.m. Registration begins October 10.
