Special Event Permits

Click here to view a list of Special Event Permits issued to date. This information is provided so that you may be aware of events that may take place in your neighborhood, and/or if they may have any street closures/restrictions associated with them.   Special Event Permit applications are available by clicking on the link below. If you have any questions, please call Angela Cook at 859-292-2160.

Click here for Special Event Permit Applications

Eastside

Regular meetings are the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month at OASIS, Inc. at 1016 Greenup Street at 6:00 pm. Call 655-9800 for additional information.

Helentown

Regular meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm at the Life Learning Center at 15th & Garrard Streets.   Click here to contact Chair, Tom Wherry.

Kenton Hills

The Kenton Hills Neighborhood Association meets the fourth Monday of every other month at various locations in the neighborhood. The Kenton Hills Walking Club meets every Monday evening in the neighborhood. Click here for more Kenton Hills information.

Levassor Park Neighborhood Association

Regular meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Covington Housing Authority building, 2300 Madison Avenue. For additional information, please contact Frank Knapp at 431-4128 or fjbknapp@aol.com or levassorpark@fuse.net.

Lewisburg

The regular monthly meetings of the Lewisburg Neighborhood Group are the 4th Thursday of each month at Prince of Peace School at St. John's Church, 625 West Pike Street at 6:30 pm. Contact lewisburg.neighborhood@gmail.com

Licking Riverside

Visit www.lickingriverside.org for additional information. Meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of the month. 6:30 pm is social 1/2 hour, and meetings are 7 - 8:00 pm, being held at various locations in the neighborhood.   Contact Marc Hult at hult@hydrologist.com or visit www.lickingriverside.org

Monte Casino

Monte Casino residents have just begun meeting to discuss forming a new neighborhood association.  The next meeting will be Wednesday, February 8 at 6:00 pm at the Center for Great Neighborhoods at 1650 Russell Street.  Questions?  Contact Rachel at 866-7527 or click here for more information.  To sign up to be on our Monte Casino e-distribution list, please click here and select the Monte Casino list.

Old Seminary Square

The Old Seminary Square Neighborhood Association meets the 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm, at the Childrens Law Center at 10th & Russell Streets. For additional information, please contact Greg Paeth at gregpaeth@fuse.net.

Peaselburg

Regular monthly meetings are the 4th Monday of each month at the Center for Great Neighborhoods, 1650 Russell Street. There is a block watch meeting that begins at 6:00 pm with a representative from the Police Department, and the neighborhood association meeting begins at 7:00 pm.  You can visit us at http://www.peaselburg.org.   

FISH FRY IN PEASELBURG  The Covington Firefighters will again host a Fish Fry each Friday during Lent.  These will be held at the Firemen's Hall at 23rd & Howell St.  They will be serving their fish and shrimp dinners with all the trimmings from February 24 through April 6 from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm. 

Residents of Mainstrasse Association (R.O.M.A.)

ROMA meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm for the block watch portion of the meeting, and 6:30 for the neighborhood association meeting. Visit the website for meeting locations.   For more information, visit http://romacovington.org.  The Residents of Mainstrasse Association (ROMA) is searching for a qualified Artist to design and execute an outdoor mural for Kenny Shield Park located on the corner of 9th and Philadelphia Streets.  Interested artists are encouraged to visit the site in order to familiarized themselves with the extent of the site/project.  The mural must be consistent with the "character of the neighborhood" and is subject to the discretion of Covington City Officials review. Compensation to the artist is $1,000, which includes cost of materials necessary to complete the project.  Click here to view project history and complete information.

Ritte's East - Latonia

Regular meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at Latonia Baptist Church, 38th & Church Street, at 7:00 pm. For more information, contact Donna Horine 261-3525.

Rosedale - Latonia

Residents in the Rosedale neighborhood are now meeting to establish a neighborhood association in their area. The next meeting will be Monday, February 13 at 6:30 pm at Latonia Elementary School at 39th & Huntington.  Guest Speaker:  City of Covington representative to discuss transportation and safety concerns.  For more information, you may contact Tricia Dorman at 291-1200 or Suzann Gettys, Ombudsman/Community Relations Coordinator for the City of Covington, at 292-2141 or sgettys@covingtonky.gov. If you would like to sign up to receive email information about the Rosedale neighborhood, please click here and check the "Latonia-Rosedale" distribution list. Rosedale residents have created a facebook page for residents to visit and comment. If you do not have email, or know someone that does not have email but would like to have the neighborhood information mailed to them, please call 292-2141. You can also access additional Latonia information by clicking here.

South Covington

Regular monthly meetings are the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Hands Pike Firehouse, 1255 Hands Pike. Social 1/2 hour begins at 6:30 pm and meetings begin at 7:00 pm. Next meeting will be February 9 with Guest Speaker Keith Bales,Covington Code Enforcement Department Director.  Click here to view the latest "KEY" SCCAA Newsletter. Contact Bill Wells at bill@southcovington.com or visit www.southcovington.com for agendas and meeting minutes.

Wallace Woods

Wallace Woods meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at various locations in the neighborhood.  Wallace Woods Good Neighbor Scholarship Competition: The Wallace Woods Neighborhood Association believes that the future well-being of Covington and its residents depends on young people who take pride in their neighborhoods, and who give back to the community in a positive way. To encourage these values, we wish to participate in the education of a young person who, through his/her service, demonstrates positive community involvement. This award is based only on good citizenship and community service.  Financial status is not a consideration. Grade point average is not a consideration.  Click here to access application and instructions.  Visit http://wallacewoods.org/  for more neighborhood information, and to view the newsletter, "The Owl." 

West Latonia Neighborhood Association

Regular monthly meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month at Ninth District Elementary School on Indiana Avenue at 6:30 pm. The next meeting will be Monday, February 20th at the Catholic Charities building at the corner of Church Street and Southern Avenue, next to Holy  Cross High School.  For more information about the West Latonia Neighborhood Association, visit http://westlatonia.org or call Josh Scarpaci at 912-1255 or click here.

Westside

NKY Restoration Weekend March 2-3, 2012

On Friday afternoon come learn how to research the history of your house at the Campbell County Library at 10:00 am.

On Friday evening from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm meet renovation contractors & product representatives as you shop and dine along Fairfield Avenue.  

On Saturday at Holy Trinity School in Bellevue, from 9AM-1PM choose from over a dozen educational programs, expert panels and hands-on workshops from window restoration to energy assessments, painting techniques to plaster repair -and children/youth programs too!

Admission is free to all events and lunch will be provided at the Saturday workshops. 

Learn, explore, talk to craftspeople, win door prizes and discover vibrant, beautiful Bellevue, one of Kentucky's greatest preservation success stories.

For more information about specific classes, times, and locations please visit:

www.facebook.com/NKY.Restoration

Contact:  Preservation and Planning Specialist, Beth Johnson, 859-292-2171 or bjohnson@covingtonky.gov   

Covington Arts

The AEC Presents "A Retelling"

Showing Dates:  February 3 through March 9

 

Showcasing works by artists Brian Harmon, McCrystle Wood, and Billy Renkl

The AEC in Covington, KY will present the exhibition "A Retelling" which presents work by artists Brian Harmon, McCrystle Wood and Billy Renkl. The opening reception will be held on February 3, 2012 from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm and the exhibit will run through March 9, 2012. This exhibition, curated by Katie Rentzke, brings together three different artists that have three very different mediums and platforms of expression. Yet, all their work speaks to the concept of personal story and the identity we find in those stories.  

Click here for additional information and graphics.

Admission Costs: Free to the general public

Gallery Website: www.covingtonarts.com  

Artisans Enterprise Center

25 West 7^th Street

Covington, KY 41011

859-292-2322

krentzke@covingtonky.gov

Zoning

Zoning Web Page Up and Running!

The Land Use and Zoning page of www.makecovingtonhome.com is up and running! You can now check the zoning on your property, refer to the Covington Zoning Ordinance, download and fill out zoning permit applications, and refer to the Board of Adjustment schedule and procedures all in one place.

Board of Adjustment Calendar for 2012.

Please click here to view schedule of hearing dates.

For additional information, please contact Andrew Juengling, Zoning Specialist, at ajuengling@covingtonky.gov or call (859)-292-2135.

Housing

Winter fire safety tips for the home

The cost of home-heating fuels and utilities has caused many residents to search for alternate sources of home heating. Residents are using wood-burning stoves and space heaters, and homes with fireplaces are burning wood and man-made logs. All these methods of heating may be acceptable; however, they are a major contributing factor in residential fires. Many of these fires can be prevented. The Covington Fire Department and the Federal Emergency Management Agency encourage you to follow these safety tips to maintain a fire-safe home this winter:  Click here to view complete list of safety tips!

New Daytime Curfew Ordinance

The new ordinance requires school-aged children, from 6 to 18 years old, to be in class during the hours and days that their school is in session.   

Click here to view the ordinance.

Questions?  Contact the Legal Department at 292-2311.

Report a Crime - Anonymously

If you have observed criminal acts happening throughout the city or in your own neighborhood and want to help the Police "Take a bite out of crime!" - give us a call. We have set up a telephone line for just this type of thing. You don't even have to leave your name and number unless you want to.

Call us at   491-TIPS 

With your help, we can make this a better and safer community in which to live!

Please remember that all general reports for service should still go through police dispatch at 292-2222 and all emergencies should be reported to 911.

Information given will be forwarded to the proper personnel in a timely manner.

Visit us on facebook!

You can view the Police Department's Official Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/CovKyPD

Follow us on Twitter!

You can now follow the Covington PD on Twitter!
Click on the twitter logo or click here.

Questions? Contact the Community Relations Division at 859-292-2257.

INFORMATION SESSION FOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECT BIDS

IBG12-002

Rivers Edge at Eastside Pointe (Formerly Known As Jacob Price Homes)

WHO:              IBG Construction Services, LLC is the General Contractor for the

                        Rivers Edge at Eastside Pointe project located at 1044-46 Greenup Street,  

                        Covington, Kentucky 41014

WHAT:             IBG Construction Services intends to enter into a contract with Vendors and

Subcontractors for: the construction of 120 multifamily units consisting of 112 multifamily and 8 senior cottages. The work shall include all site work with underground utilities, curb and gutter, roadways, vertical construction of 11 wood frame buildings containing all 120 units.

WHEN:             IBG staff will conduct a Pre-Construction Community Outreach at                                         5:00 PM Eastern Standard time on Wednesday, February, 22 2012.

WHERE:           Radisson Hotel Cincinnati Riverfront, 668 West 5^th St., Covington, KY 41011

The Keeneland Meeting Room.

Bid Packages will be available for pick up during the meeting and instructions on how to obtain drawings and specifications will be given at that time. The following is contact information for IBG Construction Services.

                        IBG Construction Services, LLC

                        100 Auburn Avenue, NE

                        Suite 200

                        Atlanta, Georgia 30303

New FSS  Program for 2012

The Housing Authority of Covington, KY began its new FSS Program on January 1, 2012 with the goal of assisting public housing residents to become self-sufficient, and welfare-free through full time employment.  The FSS Program provides comprehensive support services   that combine housing assistance with individualized community services that help families to reach their goals. This will be accomplished through education, vocational training, job readiness, financial literacy and credit repair counseling, pre-home ownership education and counseling, and life skills classes such as parenting skills, home management, early childhood development, health education, and nutrition.  As part of the FSS Program, the Housing Authority of Covington will offer financial incentives to encourage participation and enhance the participant's ability to achieve self-sufficiency. We will establish an FSS Interest-bearing Escrow Account for each eligible participating family to off-set any increases in rent as a result of their increased income due to employment, in accordance with HUD guidelines. For more information and to enroll in the FSS Program, please contact Glenda Taylor FSS Coordinator with the Housing Authority of Covington at 859-491-5311 or by email at gtaylor@hacov.org.

Housing Authority of Covington Graduates 17 from G.L.A.S.S. / Self-Sufficiency Program

The Housing Authority of Covington recently graduated its 10^th consecutive G.L.A.S.S. class on December 20.   G.L.A.S.S. is an acronym for "Get Learning and Start Succeeding."  A graduation celebration took place at the City Heights Recreation Hall in Covington on Dec 20, 2011.  The  event was well attended by family, friends and staff members.

The purpose of the G.L.A.S.S. class is to improve the quality of life of residents living in public housing by increasing key work and like skills and building awareness surrounding community resources. Seventeen residents received certificates of program completion.  Additional cause for celebration surrounded eleven residents who passed the ACT/National Career Readiness exam, two who passed their GED tests, two who enrolled in Gateway College, and one who enrolled in cosmetology school.  Eleven G.L.A.S.S. students also found full or part time employment during the semester.  

Some of the barriers that keep residents from achieving self-sufficiency and financial independence are: 

1.      Lack of High School diploma/GED
2.      Lack of job experience
3.      Lack of workplace skills
4.      Lack of transportation
5.      Lack of affordable child care

We assist participating residents in overcoming these barriers by providing classroom instruction, support coordination services, GED tutoring, job listings, free child care during class, and transportation supports. 

The G.L.A.S.S. curriculum covers many important life and workplace topics including: Becoming Purpose Driven, Values/Self Esteem, Importance of Support Systems, Conflict Resolution, Parenting Skills, Financial Literacy, HIV /and other sexually transmitted disease- prevention/signs and symptoms, Diabetes-prevention/signs and symptoms, Goal Setting, Problem Solving and Commitment and The Job Search/Work Place Etiquette  We also partner with several local organizations for everything from food and clothing assistance, to employment supports, career testing and counseling, health education, financial literacy and relationship skills. 

We would like to thank Gateway Community College, the NKY Community Action Commission, the NKY Health Department, the Women's Crisis Center / Stronger Together Staff, the KY Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Covington Public Schools and The American Diabetes Association for their participation and support for the GLASS program. Special thanks also go to Myshamil Walker, our devoted and gifted GED Tutor.

The Covington Board of Education is seeking nominations to the Holmes Hall of Distinction. The Hall honors distinguished graduates and friends of Covington schools in recognition of their achievements and contributions to society. It was founded to recognize the history of Holmes High School and its continuing impact on the community and the education of our students.

Covington Independent Public Schools

Attn: Hall of Distinction

 25 E. 7^th Street

Covington, KY 41011

859-392-3162

Fax 859- 392-3185

Covington Art History Mural Project at The Ascent

Please look at the murals created by Covington students. The artwork is displayed in the street-level windows of The Ascent, facing Scott Blvd. at 1 Roebling Way in Covington. The artwork is part of the Covington Independent Public Schools Art History Mural Project, a contest sponsored by Oakley and Eva Farris.

The murals were created by students in kindergarten through high school. They were inspired by the Roebling Murals on Covington's flood wall and the statue of Frank Duveneck at Washington and Pike Streets.

The winner will be determined by the number of votes it receives. The winner will receive $500 to buy art supplies.

There are three ways to vote:

Email votes to Trisha.brundage@covington.kyschools.us

Call in votes to 859-392-3162

Click here to vote.

The following Holmes students were chosen for the Northern Kentucky University Select Band: Zack Grueter,10th grade - Wind Ensemble, 3rd Chair Trombone, high school top band); Josh Ramos, 11th grade - Symphonic Band, 6th Chair Trombone, high school second band; and Thomas Brockhoff, 7th grade,- middle school band, 4th Chair Trumpet. Select Band will take place March 8-10 at Northern Kentucky University.

In other band news, seven Holmes High School band students were selected for the Northern Kentucky University Tri-State Band Symposium that took place on January 20 and 21. The students are: Josh Ramos, Nick Miller, Erie Fisher, Zack Grueter, Chris Bishop, Thomas Ross and Jinnah Salaah.

School Holds Annual Chili Cook-off

Glenn O. Swing Elementary School and the Friends of Peaselburg Neighborhood Association are sponsoring a Chili Cook-off.
The fifth annual cook-off is from 5:30 to 7:00 pm, Thursday, February 9. Students and their families are invited to sample chili, vote for their favorite and then stay for dinner. The chili will be prepared by faculty, school staff and Peaselburg neighbors. The event and chili tastings are free. Registration is required.

The chili cook-off has become a popular event at the school. Winners receive  prizes such as kitchen gadgets and cooking utensils. The cook-off is paid for by a place matters grant from the Center for Great Neighborhoods of Covington. For information call the Glenn O. Swing Elementary School Family Resource Center at 859-292-5821, ext. 31230.

Three students in Covington Independent Public Schools won awards during Northern Kentucky's annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration, Convene for the Dream.  Deja Johnson, second grader at Ninth District Elementary School, won in the primary school category of the "Living the Dream" writing contest. Her teacher is Brittany Allbright. Alaria Long, sixth grader at Holmes Middle School School, won in the intermediate level. Her teacher is Julie Pitts.  Both students read their award winning essays during the program at the Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center.

Santonio Juarez-Long, a fifth grader at Glenn O. Swing Elementary School, won in the intermediate school category of the "Living the Dream" speech contest. His teacher is Christina Morgan. He recited, from memory, parts of Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech. 

Holmes High School top academic students were also recognized during the program. 

Holmes High School will present Cinderella KIDS in the Jack Moreland Auditorium, 2500 Madison Ave., Covington. Performances are 7:00 pm on Wednesday, February 15 through Friday, February 17.  "KIDS"  in the title indicates that the Disney musical will be performed by children in elementary through ninth grades.

The 30 minute show is part of a service learning project. Holmes High School students are guiding and mentoring the elementary and Holmes Middle School student performers.

The show is under the direction of lead theatre coach Rex Sholar with senior Kaitlyn Herindon heading up production and senior Elijah Jump directing. Both students have performed several principal roles in Holmes' theatrical productions.

When:  Thursday, February 9, 2012 from 4:30 to 6:30 PM

Where:  Nordheim Gallery, Holmes Campus

What For?  Our Service Learning Project Fundraiser!

The fifth graders have worked hard and partnered up with the Carnegie to create landscape paintings.

They will be on display at the Nordheim Gallery at Holmes High School starting on Thursday, February 9.

These masterpieces are for sale in an effort to raise money for our selected service learning organization, Food for the Poor (www.foodforthepoor.org ). Donations will be divided up to purchase items such as (but not limited to):

• 20 chicks for $25
• 1 goat for $90
• 1-burner kerosene stove for $5
• 1 fruit tree for $10
• We can feed a family for ONE MONTH for $12
• 100 pounds of rice and beans for $20
• School supplies for a child for one year for $20
• Medical supplies for $50

Each painting is priced at $5 (Cash Only Please) and all artwork must go so that we can achieve our fundraising goal of $250.00!

Along with your generous purchase and donation, buyers and sellers will receive a commemorative card telling you about how your donation will help Food for the Poor to hang with your landscape.  Please stop by and see their hard work as well as help our cause!   

25 E. 7th Street  |  Covington, KY  41011  |  859-392-1000  

Winter Workshops Schedule Now Available!

Community Connections is designed to ensure that learning never ends in  Covington. Community Connections will offer a variety of classes throughout the year for Covington adults. This project is a collaboration between the Community Learning Centers of Covington Independent  Public Schools, Covington Partners, and the Center for Great Neighborhoods.  

Click here for printable listing of all Winter Workshops and contact information.

Gateway Accepting Scholarship Applications for 2012-13

Looking for an interest-free method to help you pay for college tuition, books and fees? Scholarships are the answer!

Gateway Community and Technical College offers 24 different categories of scholarships, and the time to apply for the 2012-2013 academic year is now.

"In the 2011-2012 year, we provided just over $224,000 in merit-based scholarships to eligible students, and you don't have to be a straight-A student to qualify," said Will Bradley, coordinator of financial aid and scholarships.  "Eligibility requirements vary by category, but scholarships are available for single parents, minority students, and students with at least a 2.0 average who show academic promise."

Here's how to apply:

1.       Complete a scholarship application at www.gateway.kctcs.edu - Click Financial Aid; then Scholarships.

2.       Explain why you believe you should receive a scholarship. Indicate your educational and career plans. Please include your personal situation - children/family, financial income, work situation, etc. Bradley says including the personal situation is optional, but it provides the scholarship review committee with a complete understanding of your situation.

3.       You can apply for more than one scholarship, but review each scholarship carefully because some require separate applications and written statements.

4.       Provide two letters of recommendation from non-relatives.

5.       Provide the Scholarship Application, Typed Statement, letters of recommendation (and other requirements for those scholarships requesting extra steps) to the Financial Aid Office no later than April 1, 2012 (postmarked by April 1, 2012 will be accepted).

If you have any questions, please contact Will Bradley at 859-442-4186 or William.bradley@kctcs.edu

Only establishments located within the NKY coverage area are eligible for entry.  Fill out at least 30 categories and enter to win 2 tickets to the Best of NKY Event.  Anonymous ballots will not be considered.  Please, only one vote per person. Finalist will be on hand at the Best of NKY Event to showcase what's made them a NKY favorite!


Nominate your favorite in NKY from the below categories:

• Food
• Health
• Service
• Children
• People
• Entertainment
• Shopping
• And More!

Save the Date!

Best of NKY Celebration and Judging  

Nomination Ballot Deadline is Friday, February 10, 2012 

Click Here to Cast Your Vote Online Now!

For more information on nominations and sponsorship call Barbara Bennett-Heck, 513-297-1350 or email bbennett@cincymagazine.com.  All award winners will be profiled in the magazine and given exposure at the event on May 17.

 

Next meeting:

Monday, February 6^th at 7:00 pm 

On the 2^nd floor of Keystone, 313 Greenup Street 

Covington After Hours

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  St. Elizabeth Covington

1500 James Simpson Jr. Way 

Join us at the "New" St. Elizabeth Hospital by the Twelth Street Exit in Covington.  

Patrick T. Burns MD will host the group in his practice on the Second Floor, Suite 201. 

Complimentary Hors d'oeuvres and Beverages

Sponsored by:

Friends of Covington

Mainstrasse Village Association

Latonia Business Association

Center for Great Neighborhoods

Businesses and individuals recently received LBA awards for significant contributions to enhancing the quality of life in Latonia.  Marvin Wischer, LBA President, thanked the following 2011 award recipients at the November and January LBA meetings.  Click here for narrative of award winners' recognition. 

In November -

Clay Eifert, Principal of Holy Cross High School, was recognized for Improvements in the Latonia Business Community.

James Eggemeier and Mike Wolking, Vice President of KW Mechanical, accepted KW's award for Service to the LBA.

Rick Kennedy of R.A. Kennedy & Co. received the 2011 LBA Volunteer of the Year Award.

In January -

Denny Bowman received the LBA Public Servant of the Year Award for his commitment to Latonia during his term as mayor and his earlier work with the City's Park & Recreation Department. 

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Latonia Business Association Monthly Luncheon

February 15, 2012

11:45 am - 1:00 pm

Note location for this month's meeting:

Latonia Elementary School

39^th & Huntington Avenue

Guest Speaker:   Kathy Daudistal, American Legion Auxiliary -Americanism

   ~ Additional guest from Latonia Elementary School

Please click here to RSVP.

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Thursday, February 23rd

Madison Event Center

700 Madison Avenue, Covington

Complimentary parking is available in the 7th Street garage.

Several Covington locations are featured in the inaugural Cincinnati Beer Week schedule of events.  Check them out at www.cincinnatibeerweek.com.   This is where you'll find information about the places and events that will make the first one special.

Cincinnati Beer Week, Inc. is a grassroots movement aiming to educate, inspire and celebrate well-crafted beer in a welcoming environment.

The first-ever celebration of well-crafted beer in the Queen City will take place   

Cincinnati Beer Week, Inc. is a non-profit, all-volunteer grassroots organizations. No brewery advertising or sponsorships are accepted. Instead, local businesses and organizations that celebrate craft beer partner with us to provide the funds to promote events and locations where official Cincinnati Beer Week Events will take place.   Contact us by e-mail at info@cincinnatibeerweek.com

Mardi Gras 2012

Get out your beads, it's time to party "New Orleans-style" in MainStrasse Village!

Friday, February 17 and Saturday, February 18

Begin your Mardi Gras Celebration in our huge MainStrasse Village Entertainment Tent or your favorite MainStrasse Village Business.  Entertainment Tent with live music and Cajun Food by Shiska Haus opens at 8 p.m.  Music by THE WEBSTERS begins following the parade both nights. 

BIG HEAD PARADE on Friday and GRANDE PARADE on Saturday begin at 8:00 p.m. and will travel down Main Street. Anyone interested in entering a float, Big Head or walking in the parade, please contact the MainStrasse Village Association at 859-491-0458 for an entry form.

Baubles, Bangles and BEADS will be available at MainStrasse Village businesses and also at the Goose Girl Fountain and the Mardi Gras Entertainment Tent.

Click here for more information. 

Contact:  Kim Blank  kblank@mainstrasse.org or Donna Kremer dkremer@mainstrasse.org or call  859-491-0458.  Visit www.mainstrasse.org for additional information. 

Neuterville Express -

 Coming to Covington

Fix a feline for only $10.00!

Kitty Spay/Neuter , Includes FREE Rabies Vaccine!

Free Transports!  Drop offs are all at the Kenton County Animal Shelter, Mary Laidley Drive, Covington, KY  41017 from 6:30 am - 7:30 am. Pick-ups at same location the following morning.

Call 513-871-0185 to reserve your space.  Appointments required, as space is limited.

February 16

Drop off between 6:30 and 7:30 am. Return on February 17 for pick-up at 9:00 am.

February 27

Drop off between 6:30 and 7:30 am. Return on February 28 for pick-up at 10:00 am. 

County 

Animal 

Shelter 

Supporters, 

Inc.

The Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission's Weatherization Program, which works with over 150 families each year, may be able to assist families by helping with items such as:  installing a new furnace, ceilings, insulation in attics, walls, and floors and installing new glass for the windows. Since its inception 37 years ago, the Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission's Weatherization Program has taken great pride and gone the extra mile to improve the quality of life, ensure a safe and comfortable environment and reduce energy costs for the many Northern Kentucky families we serve.

Our weatherization program saw a 59% increase in production in 2011, with over 25% of the work performed by private contractors further adding to the economic development impact of the program for the region.

For more information on our Weatherization Services or How to Apply - Click Here or call 859-586-9250. 

Free Wireless Phone and Service

Some Kentuckians are eligible for services from Assurance Wireless, a cell phone service from Sprint that provides a free wireless phone and 250 free minutes of wireless voice service monthly to eligible, low-income families in Kentucky.

This program is available to eligible individuals receiving Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA) or Section 8, Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP), or the National School Lunch Program's Free Lunch Program.  For more information, read the press release or fact sheet. 

The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center

February 10   |  Second Friday Drum Circle  

Join us for an evening of fun and creative drumming to help relieve stress; led by Master Drummer Bob Laake. 

Upcoming Events and Activities     

 Super Sunday Family Programming!  

FREE and fun programming for the WHOLE family!!

Faster than a speeding bullet, and more fun than a barrel of monkeys, it's super Sundays at Behringer-Crawford Museum. Join us one Sunday a month for FREE family fun - and bring your friends and neighbors.   

Feb. 12 | Celebration of Black Roots  (see description above)

Mar. 11 | Food Fight

April 15 | Nature Abound Celebration of Earth

May 20  |  Genuine Creations

June 10  |  Bard in the Park

Behringer-Crawford Museum   1600 Montague Road | Devou Park

Covington, KY 41011

859-491-4003

www.bcmuseum.org

City of Covington

Ombudsman/Community Relations Office

638 Madison Avenue 

Covington, Kentucky  41011

859-292-2141

www.covingtonky.com