Local woodturner donates Art After Hours prize
Woodturning artist Jerry Warner is a native of Louisiana, but he views his craft the way a famous Alabama-born movie character looks at life. Read more
Category: Fun
Our library is a fun place to be. Learn about all the fun we have available in this category.
LIST: Great beach reads
These saucy, summer page-turners should keep your attention throughout your vacation.
Library’s Wi-Fi keeps video pro uploading with ease
Charles Egerton of Newport leads a pretty busy life. The freelance producer-director-writer-videographer-editor-photographer directs, writes, shoots and narrates commercials and documentaries and operates the camera for live stage events and sports webcasts, including the Cincinnati Reds scoreboard at Great American Ball Park. Read more
QUIZ: How well do you know Kentucky?
On June 1, 2016, Kentucky turned 224 years old. Kentucky became our nation’s 15th state on June 1, 1792. So, how well do you know Kentucky? Read more
Volunteers bring new Little Libraries to Newport
New Little Libraries are peppering community gardens in Newport thanks to a partnership with the Brighton Center. Read more
Cam’s summer activity sheets
Fort Thomas kid takes top prize at Minecraft brawl
A young Fort Thomas Minecrafter took home top prize at a Hunger Games-themed brawl.
At the May 9 Minecraft Club, 20 kids went head-to-head in a fight for Minecraft survival. The players faced monsters, possible starvation and the cunning of other players.
In the end, the last man standing was 7-year-old Henry. He took home an Ender Dragon Statue and epic bragging rights. Congratulations, Henry.
More Minecraft News
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Reading is one of the most powerful ways to boost your child’s brain power. The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless. Read more
Joy of reading: Pass it around
Thelma Pryse gets a little help each week from the staff at Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch. In return, she joyfully volunteers to help young children who are learning to read. “It’s only a half hour a week, but you do see improvement,” said Ms. Pryse, 88, of Fort Thomas. Read more
Grant allows CCPL to share Minecraft know-how
Campbell County Public Library is spreading Minecraft knowledge across the Commonwealth. Read more