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Intermediate ESOL

English on the Small Screen
2024-10-14 17:30:00 2024-10-14 18:30:00 America/New_York Intermediate ESOL Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults. Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Monday, October 14
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-14 17:30:00 2024-10-14 18:30:00 America/New_York Intermediate ESOL Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults. Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Northside Branch

Medium Meeting Room

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.

Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every week. In this casual class we will practice & improve your English. Intermediate listening comprehension, reading practice & conversation with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults. Registration not required. *NO CLASS ON DECEMBER 30 OR JANUARY 6*

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | ESL & Languages |

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Northside Branch
Phone: 859-231-5500
Hours
We're closed Wednesday January 01 due to New Year's Day
Mon, Dec 30 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 31 9:30AM to 5:00PM
(New Year's Eve)
Wed, Jan 01 Closed
(New Year's Day)
Thu, Jan 02 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jan 03 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 04 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 05 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Northside Branch is located on Russell Cave Road in north Lexington.

Upcoming Events

Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Mon, Dec 30, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Cancelled
ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Dec 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch
Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Dec 30, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Winter Break Meditation - for teens
Mon, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
New venue Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room,Medium Meeting Room
Take a deep breath, and craft.
Hanukkah Pajama Party
Mon, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
No matter what you celebrate, join us to learn about Hanukkah! Wear your pajamas and enjoy games, crafts, and other fun! For ages 4-10.
Egg Drop
Mon, Dec 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create a structure that will keep an egg from breaking when dropped from the fifth floor of the library! For Ages 8-17. Registration is required.
Intermediate ESOL - English on the Small Screen
Mon, Dec 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Tue, Dec 31, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Noon Years Eve Party!
Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Ring in the New Year with fun games, crafts, and activities, all leading up to the big countdown to 12 noon! For families. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Dec 31, 11:30am - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Teen Laser Tag
Tue, Dec 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Come to the Northside Branch for laser tag! For teens and tweens only.
Teen Tuesday - Escape from Crystal Cove!
Tue, Dec 31, 2:00pm - 3:35pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Help Scooby and the Mystery Inc. gang solve their latest mystery, join us in this escape room fun! Registration Required. Teens & Tweens
New Year Around the World - with Balloon Drop & Tea!
Tue, Dec 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Let's celebrate the New Year with traditions from around the world!
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Dec 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
January Adult Reading Challenge
Thu, Jan 02, All day
Beaumont Branch
Attention book loving adults! Stop by the Beaumont front desk or the New Book Display Wall to pick up a BINGO card for our January reading challenge!
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Thu, Jan 02, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses
Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab,Meeting Room D
Join us to build a winter wonderland with graham crackers and icing! Recommended for ages 8-17. Registration Required
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
DIY Vision Boards
Thu, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Plan out the new year and manifest your goals with building a vision board! Together, we will build a collage of our favorite things that you will be able to take home!
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Jan 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Rescheduled
The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club
Thu, Jan 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Thursday, January 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "Zero Days" by Ruth Ware.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Fri, Jan 03, 9:30am - 6:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 03, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Ice Cold Science with Jason Lindsey
Fri, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
Join America's "Mr. Science" for some of the coolest ice-cold science experiments! Kid scientists will engineer a frosty cloud with ice that doesn't melt, along with many other cool experiments!
Lego Day
Fri, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Farish Theater
Join us in the Children's Department for a day of Lego fun! We will build with Lego starting at 2PM and at 3PM we will go down to the Farish Theater to watch a Lego Movie! For children & families.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Fri, Jan 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Story Area
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Sat, Jan 04, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Open Studio - Soft Sculpture
Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Not an artist? Not a problem! We provide the art supplies, you provide the creativity during this open art program.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Chair Yoga
Sat, Jan 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Join local yoga instructor Chie Tanaka for a free chair yoga class! This class is aimed at beginners but all experience levels are welcome!
Printmaking on Tote Bags - Block Printing on Fabric
Sat, Jan 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Printmaking on tote bags at the Eastside Makerspace!
This event is full
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Sat, Jan 04, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
Cozy Movement and Mindfulness
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Needing to give your brain a break? Join us for a cozy series of stretches and a meditation in the Large Meeting Room! Bring a blanket, a pillow, dress comfy, and get ready for a relaxing reset!
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Jan 05, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Cancelled
Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a quilt block a month
Sun, Jan 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Materials provided while supplies last. Please register and plan to attend.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Jan 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Jan 06, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Big Feelings
Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on big feelings.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Jan 06, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Let's Build a Sketchbook! - Beginner-Friendly Bookbinding
Mon, Jan 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Build a sketchbook from scratch using a Coptic stitch bookbinding method. Beginner-friendly. Ages 16+. Please register prior to this event.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Jan 07, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Jan 07, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Collaged Buttons
Tue, Jan 07, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace as we explore new ways to design pin back buttons. We will be using comics, books, and magazines to create a collage that you can wear! For ages 13+.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Snowflake Art
Tue, Jan 07, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about how snowflakes are formed & create a snowflake art piece! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Chess Club
Tue, Jan 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area
Join us at Marksbury Family Branch for recreational Chess Club! Here, you can build community, learn strategies and have fun playing chess. All ages are welcome!
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Rescheduled
Teen Tuesday - Board Game Night
Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
New date Tuesday, January 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Play all kinds of board games, and hang out with friends. Teens & Tweens No registration required.
Eastside Book Club
Tue, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us as we discuss The Push by Ashley Audrain!
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Let's Play: Giant Games
Wed, Jan 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Come play "giant" versions of famous games such as tic-tac-toe, connect4, and more! Ages 2-8 welcome!
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL - ESOL-English Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Cult Classics Club - Book Discussion: Fight Club
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Sixth Brewing
Do you like the strange and the unusual? Are you strange and unusual? Then join us for our new Cult Classics Club!
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Big Feelings
Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on big feelings!
Un-Assigned Reading - Homeschool Book Club
Thu, Jan 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us for some fun activities and discussion based on our pick of the month! (for middle school level).
Preschoolers Melting Ice Sculptures
Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Preschoolers and caregivers will experiment with ice to create colorful melting ice sculptures.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Homeschool STEAM
Thu, Jan 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn more about science, technology, engineering, arts and math, with hands-on monthly activities! Recommended for ages 8-17
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Snowflake Art
Thu, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about how snowflakes are formed & create a snowflake art piece! Recommended for ages 8-17.
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Jan 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Bad Art Club!
Thu, Jan 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Teens and tweens can stop by Northside Branch the second Thursday of every month for - Bad Art Club! There will be music and art supplies of all kinds. The goal? Create the worst art you can!
The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "Zero Days" by Ruth Ware.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Jazz at the Library
Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Rescheduled
Preschool Obstacle Course
Fri, Jan 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
New date Friday, January 31, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Develop gross motor skills while climbing a variety of objects. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers. No registration required.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Jan 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Canva Basics - Unlock Your Creative Potential with Canva!
Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Audio Booth,Digital Studio,Production Studio,Video Editing Booth
Learn how to create basic flyers, designs and content. Use Canva like a pro straight from your laptop to your phone. Ages 13+. All skill levels welcome.
This event is full
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Lexington Bluegrass Gem and Mineral Club Open House - Show and Tell
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room
A family friendly event which includes a Fluorescent Tent with glowing minerals, Lapidary demonstrations (trimming and cabbing), Gem Tree making, Microminerals with microscopes, and Mineral displays.
Teen & Tween Space Open House
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Eastside Branch - Teen Space
Check out our brand new Teen & Tween spaces!
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Jan 11, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Horror Murder Movie Club - The Thing
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Start 2025 right...with shape-shifting aliens!
Folded Bookmarks
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Learn how to make and decorate your own cute personalized paper bookmark! Start off the year with a bookmark friend.
Dog Man Party
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Get ready for the upcoming movie by celebrating everyone's favorite half-canine hero! Join us for games, crafts, and fun! For families. No registration required.
Global Reading Circle - Book Club
Sat, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Global Reading Circle is a book club for people who want to join a book club, but want to choose what books they read, based on the selected country each month. Share about your book at our meeting!
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Cathedral Window Quilt Club
Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Materials provided while supplies last. Please register and plan to attend.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Jan 13, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Senior Writting Workshop - ARTBEAT WEEK
Mon, Jan 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Youth Meeting Authors - ARTBEAT WEEK
Mon, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.
Song Farmers - ARTBEAT WEEK
Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - First Floor Paseo
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Lunar Cycle Journaling
Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Stop by Beaumont to learn the history of lunar cycle tracking and how to utilize it in the new year!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Big Feelings
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on XYZ.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Jan 14, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Jan 14, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Snowman Building Challenge
Tue, Jan 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore engineering by building the tallest snowman you can! Recommended for ages 8-17.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Teen Tuesday - Board Game Night
Tue, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Play all kinds of board games, and hang out with friends. Teens & Tweens No registration required.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
EARLY BIRD BOOK CLUB - This month we will discuss The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak
Wed, Jan 15, 9:30am - 10:45am
Tates Creek Branch
This group is for anyone and everyone interested in reading and talking about it. We read a variety of both fiction and non-fiction recommended titles. We meet the third Wednesday morning each month.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
DIY Candy Sushi
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Here at Marksbury Family Branch, we will create our very own candy sushi while celebrating and learning about Japanese food culture!
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Library Social Hour - What is 3D Printing?
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Join others in a relaxed setting to socialize and participate in interactive activities, games or crafts in this monthly drop series.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Winter Science for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Little scientists will enjoy winter themed science play, activities, and crafts. For toddlers and preschoolers.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Big Feelings
Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on big feelings.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Rescheduled
Collage Art "Self-Box" For Adults
Thu, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
New date Thursday, January 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch
Join Northside staff to make your own art therapy activity - a collage "self-box" using magazine pictures, assorted papers and ephemera. Registration required.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Snowman Building Challenge
Thu, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore engineering by building the tallest snowman you can! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
Little Chef of the Month - Healthy Eating
Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Little Chef of the Month!
Registration opens Wednesday, January 1 2025 at 9:00am
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Jan 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Check Meowt Book Club - The Cat and the City
Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lexington Humane Society
Love cats and books? Us too! Meet up with us at the Lexington Humane Society's Main Adoption Center Habicattery Room to discuss this month's cat themed book while surrounded by adoptable cats.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Southland Jamboree - Jim Hurst
Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live bluegrass music the third Thursday of every month, October through April. December's performance rescheduled to December 5.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Sensory Friendly Play: Summer in Winter!
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Sensory play and crafts that are inclusive, autism-friendly, and fun for everyone! Designed for children with a developmental age of approximately 2-5 years. ALL children are welcome!
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Jan 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Gallery Hop
Fri, Jan 17, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library - Gallery
Food truck, live music, special games and activities, and a new art exhibit.
3D Printed Croc Charms
Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Create a custom Croc charm using TinkerCAD and use our 3D printers to make it and take it home!
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Chair Yoga
Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Join local yoga instructor Chie Tanaka for a free chair yoga class! This class is aimed at beginners but all experience levels are welcome!
Registration opens Saturday, January 4 2025 at 11:00am
Dog man Party
Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:20pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room
Get ready for the upcoming movie by celebrating everyone's favorite half-canine hero! Join us for games, crafts, and fun! For families. No registration required.
Teen Intro to Sewing - Sewing Machines
Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Got a sewing machine for Christmas and don't know how to work it? Always wanted to learn how to use one? We can teach you! Ages 14 - 18
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study Room
Dungeons & Dragons
Keep Calm and Rage On Book Club - A Discussion of 1984 by George Orwell
Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Registration not required.
Black Voices Book Club - Book Club discussing works by Black Authors
Sat, Jan 18, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Monthly discussion of books written by black authors. Meets Every 3rd Saturday. Contact asipple-mcgraw@lexpublib.org to reserve a copy. January's Selection is "Gather Me" a memoir by Glory Edim.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Snowman Building Challenge
Sat, Jan 18, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore engineering by building the tallest snowman you can! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
An Afternoon with Sarah Gorham and Jeffrey Skinner
Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Sarah Gorham is a poet, essayist, & retired editor-in-chief at Sarabande Books, which she co-founded with her husband, award-winning poet Jeffrey Skinner. Both are widely published & lauded.
Let's Run Lexington
Sat, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Join us at Beaumont to learn about different running clubs and groups in Lexington, popular routes and events, tips for getting started and more! All experience levels welcome. 
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Jan 19, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Bite Club: A Cookbook Club - Chinese New Year Edition
Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get out of your cooking comfort zone in Bite Club: A Cookbook Club for Food Lovers. A new theme or cuisine will be represented by an array of cookbooks each meeting.
LGBTQ+ Board Game Club - A welcoming and inclusive space for gaming
Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
LGBTQ+ Board game club meeting
Family STEAM Time
Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy a story followed by hands-on STEAM activities. For families with children ages 4-8. No registration required.
Classical Music Sunday - String Trio
Sun, Jan 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Classical music the third Sunday of every month, September through April. April's performance rescheduled for Sunday, April 13.
Shake Off the Sunday Scaries
Sun, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
Has the winter, finals, and holiday season made you feel blue? Shake off the stress by testing out a Content Creation kit!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Jan 21, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Jan 21, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Robotics-Cubelets
Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore robotics with cubelets. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Chess Club
Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area
Join us at Marksbury Family Branch for recreational Chess Club! Here, you can build community, learn strategies and have fun playing chess. All ages are welcome!
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Teen Advisory Board
Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Teen Space
Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!
Collaged Buttons
Tue, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace as we explore new ways to design pin back buttons. We will be using comics, books, and magazines to create a collage that you can wear! For ages 13+.
Registration opens Tuesday, January 7 2025 at 9:00am
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Jan 22, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Crafternoon - Fancy Paper Snowflakes
Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Cut simple to intricate fancy snowflakes using templates. No registration required.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Self Esteem
Thu, Jan 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on self esteem!
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Robotics-Cubelets
Thu, Jan 23, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore robotics with cubelets. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Dog Man Party
Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Get ready for the upcoming movie by celebrating everyone's favorite half-canine hero! Join us for games, crafts, and fun! For families. No registration required. 
Scholarship Information Fair
Thu, Jan 23, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room
Connect with representatives from local and regional organizations to learn about scholarship opportunities.
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Jan 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Club de Voces Latinxs - Latinxs Voices Book Club
Thu, Jan 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Este Club de Lectura es para quienes disfrutan de la literatura en español y quieren pasar una tarde comentando el libro elegido. Libro para este mes: Medio Siglo Con Borges - Mario Vargas Llosa.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Jan 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Dog Man Party!
Fri, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get ready for the upcoming movie by celebrating everyone's favorite half-canine hero! Join us for games, crafts, and fun! For families. No registration required.
Beginner Writing Workshop
Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join local author Angela Johnson for this FREE workshop covering all the basics of writing and publishing. Registration required.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Lego Club
Sat, Jan 25, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab for Lego fun! We will have a different challenge each month. Recommended for Children 8+ and Families
Let's celebrate Lunar New Year!
Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Happy New Year of the Snake! Let's celebrate the Lunar New Year with the Henry Clay High School Korean Culture Club and Lexington Korean School!
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Jan 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Crafternoon - Fancy Paper Snowflakes
Sat, Jan 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Cut simple to intricate fancy snowflakes using templates. No registration required.
Hooked on Books - Dystopias/Utopias
Sat, Jan 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Hooked on Books is a book club for people who want to join a book club, but want to choose what books they read.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Jan 26, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Cult Classics Club - Fight Club
Sun, Jan 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
First rule of Cult Classics Club...
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Jan 27, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Make It Mondays - Book Journaling
Mon, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Roll up your sleeves and get crafting! Each month, we'll dive into a new, exciting craft. For tweens and teens.
Learn To Paint
Mon, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Learn to paint by following along with videos from YouTube.
Registration opens Monday, December 30 2024 at 5:00pm
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Jan 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.
Adventure in DIY : Embroidery 101
Mon, Jan 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
New to hand embroidery or wanting to learn a new stitch? Join Mercedes for techniques in getting started with embroidery. No prior knowledge needed. Supplies provided.
Registration opens Monday, January 13 2025 at 5:30pm
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Self-Esteem
Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on XYZ.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Jan 28, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Jan 28, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Sledding Engineering Challenge
Tue, Jan 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to build a mini sled & ramp for a fun engineering challenge! Recommended for ages 8-17.
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LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Let's Build Indoors
Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Challenge yourself to build something big or small in our indoor construction zone. For K to 5th grade. No reservations required.
Dog Man Party!
Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us as we celebrate everyone's favorite canine crime fighter! We'll party with Dog Man-themed games and activities. Program open to ages 6-12.
Teen Tuesday - Celebrate Lunar New Year!
Tue, Jan 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Join us as we get ready for the Lunar New Year! We'll have crafts and bring luck for this New Year.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Jan 29, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Jan 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Jan 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
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