All Ages
Friends of the Covington Library Book Sale
Saturday, February 4, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, February 5, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Purchase used books, videos and CDs at bargain prices. Proceeds support library programs and events. Donations welcome.
Children & Families
Please call the library or check the online calendar to confirm whether or not story time will be in session each week 253.630.8761.
Infant and Young Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, February 1, 8, and 22, 10:00 and 11:00 AM
Wee Ones! Newborn to 24 months with adult, siblings welcome.
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.
Family Story Time
Friday, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 10:00 AM
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. Content of program focuses on children ages two and older. Stay and play with early learning toys after Story Time.
Family Story Time
Tuesday, February 7, 14, 21, and 28, 7:00 PM
Pajamarama! 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. Content of program focuses on children ages two and older. Stay and play until 8pm with early learning toys after Story Time.
Tweens
Printmaking Aztec Symbols Art Workshop
Thursday, February 23, 3:00 PM
Presented by Amaranta Sandys, artist.
Ages 8 and older.
There are twenty months and thirteen days in each month in the Aztec calendar, and every month is represented by a symbol such as the serpent, jaguar and elements such as the wind. Choose a symbol and use a basic printmaking technique to create cards. All supplies provided. Please register online beginning February 2.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Covington Library.
Teens
Game On!
Wednesday, February 1, and 15, 4:00 PM
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.
Study Zone
Mondays-Thursdays, 5-7pm, while school is in session.
Grades K-12.
Drop-in during scheduled Study Zone hours for free homework help from volunteer tutors.
Art Club
Friday, February 17, 3:00 PM
Grades 5-12.
Hang out with other artists and unleash your creativity through guided and not-so-guided activities. Drop in the 3rd Friday of every month for a new project.
Teen Library Council
Wednesday, February 22, 3:30 PM
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 the last Wednesday of every month. Sponsored by Friends of the Covington Library.
Board-dom
Wednesday, February 22, 4:00 PM
Middle and high school ages.
Relax, snack, play board games or just hang out the last Wednesday of each month.
Sponsored by Friends of the Covington Library.
Adults
AARP Tax Help
Mondays, Wednesday, and Saturdays, February 1- 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. Appointments for the first week will be taken starting on Monday, January 23. Priority is given to walk-ins, but if you are unable to come please call to make your appointment, 253.630.8761.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mondays and Wednesdays 6:00 PM
Learn English grammar, reading, writing, and conversation skills with an experienced instructor. Classes are free. Assessment and registration required. Next testing date is Wednesday, March 29th 2017 at 5pm.
Talk Time Class
Thursday, February 2, 9, 16, and 23, 6:00 PM
Practice speaking English with other English language learners. Learn about American culture and meet people from around the world. Classes are free, join anytime!
Citizenship Class
Saturday, February 4, 11, 18, and 25 at 10:00 AM
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! Registration not required.
Friends of the Covington Library Meeting
Tuesday, February 7, 7:30 PM
Join us! Everyone welcome.
Sign up for ORCA Lift’s Reduced Fares
Wednesday, February 8, 1:00 PM
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, February 9, 2:00 PM
Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. Please join this friendly group for a stimulating and lively book discussion.
Genealogy Class
Saturday, February 18, 2:00 PM
This workshop is taught by local chapter volunteer genealogists of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Use ancestry.com and familysearch.org to learn the process of locating ancestors and sources to prove their lineage. All are welcome to attend, handouts and instruction sheets will be provided.
A Conversation with Peter S. Beagle and Deborah Grabien
Sunday, February 26, 1:30 PM
Two authors who have worked closely together discuss their work and each other’s. Deborah edited Peter’s novels Summerlong and In Calabria; Peter wrote the foreword for Plainsong. The focus of this conversation with the authors will be Peter’s new novel In Calabria and Deborah’s classic utopian fantasy novel, Plainsong. These two novels cover the ideas of ancient theologies in modern settings. A Q&A and book-signing will follow the discussion. University Bookstore will have books available for purchase. Presented by Rise Up Arts.
Computer Classes
Register online, in person or by calling 253.630.8761
One-on-One Computer Help
Saturday, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2:00 PM
Get help for your computers and technology questions from a Tech Tutor Volunteer! Drop into a session or call ahead for an appointment at a library near you.
Computer Class: Microsoft Excel 2013, Level 3
Monday, February 6, 7:00 PM
Registration required beginning January 23.
Computer Class: Internet Level 1
Monday, February 13, 7:00 PM
Registration required beginning January 30.
Computer Class: Microsoft Word 2013, Level 1
Monday, February 27, 7:00 PM
Registration required beginning February 13.
