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Discover: Can You Camouflage?
2024-06-29 11:00:00 2024-06-29 12:00:00 America/New_York Discover: Can You Camouflage? See how well you can match an animal to its environment when you color a butterfly to camouflage in the library. Can you find the hidden butterflies? How well can yours hide in plain sight? Central Library - Meeting Room D

Saturday, June 29
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-06-29 11:00:00 2024-06-29 12:00:00 America/New_York Discover: Can You Camouflage? See how well you can match an animal to its environment when you color a butterfly to camouflage in the library. Can you find the hidden butterflies? How well can yours hide in plain sight? Central Library - Meeting Room D

Central Library

Meeting Room D

See how well you can match an animal to its environment when you color a butterfly to camouflage in the library. Can you find the hidden butterflies? How well can yours hide in plain sight?

Learn about camouflage, listen to Moth by Daniel Egneus and Isabel Thomas to learn about real camouflage in nature, and create your own camouflaged butterfly to hide in the library.

AGE GROUP: | Tween (11-13 years) | Children (8-11 years) | Children (5-8 years) |

EVENT TYPE: | Tweens | Summer at the Library | Science & STEAM | Nature & the Outdoors | Creativity & Making | Animals & Pets |

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Central Library
Phone: 859-231-5500
Hours
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Mon, Oct 13 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Oct 14 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 15 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 16 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 17 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 18 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 19 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Central Library is located on East Main Street in downtown Lexington next to Phoenix Park.

Upcoming Events

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ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Fri, Oct 17, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Oct 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.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Oct 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.
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Oct 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Tree Explorers - For Preschoolers
Fri, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Meeting Room D
Listen to a story about trees followed by tree themed sensory bins and art activities. Learn and play!
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Oct 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Oct 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.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Oct 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
CivicLex: Lexington's City Budget
Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Central Library - Meeting Room B
CivicLex is a non-profit strengthening civic health in Lexington by helping people become more informed, connected, and engaged in how our community works.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org
Create Your Own Manga Page
Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Turn your ideas into a manga page. Learn the basics of drawing poses, creating panel layouts, and simple storytelling, then use what you've learned to draw your own comic scene.
Learn How to Knit
Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Come join us at the Eastside Makerspace and learn knitting basics to start your first project! The workshop will cover casting-on, knit and purl stitches, as well as basic knitting terms. For ages 13+
This event is full
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Oct 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.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Oct 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.
Horror Murder Movie Club - The Fog (R)
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
What will happen when the fog rolls in?
College App Work Session - for teens
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Get your college applications ready for the November 1st early decision deadline!
Sketchbook Meeteup - Adult Art Club
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Do you miss the fun of afterschool art clubs from childhood? Come hang out and sketchbook with us to improve your skills and get in touch with your creativity! All skill levels encouraged!
Author Talk and Book Signing - Mike Holdren
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Join us for an afternoon with Mike Holdren as he discusses his book, "Herrington Lake - Kentucky's Marvel of Architecture, Waterpower & Nature."
How to "Adopt a Tree" Hands on Workshop - Celebrating Lexington and Kentucky Tree Week
Sat, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Using the Urban Forest Initiative?s (UFI) Adopt-a-Kentucky-Tree program, learn the basics of tree identification, tree measurement, environmental and social benefits of trees using library trees.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Oct 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.
Pokémon Trainer Meet Up
Sun, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Meet and hang out with other Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to trade or play, or chill out with a craft. For ages 5 and up. No registration required.
Classical Music Sunday - String Trio
Sun, Oct 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live classical music the third Sunday of every month.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 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
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 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.
Cancelled
Chapters & Chatter
Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch
Join us at Chapters & Chatter, Eastside's book club for tweens! This month we will discuss Big Tree by Brian Selznick.
Cancelled
Teen Advisory Board
Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Teen Space
Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Oct 20, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 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, Oct 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Safety
Tue, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social and emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on keeping ourselves safe.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Oct 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, Oct 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, Oct 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 - Monster Engineering
Tue, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab o design a monster with a twist! We'll explore "monster genetics" to determine our creations. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Scholarship Information Fair
Tue, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space,Large Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room
Connect with representatives from local and regional organizations to learn about scholarship opportunities.
Teen Tuesday: Haunted VR
Tue, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
lets face our fears with virtual reality headsets and tour some VR haunted house and creepy things.
Halloween Laser Engraving Workshop
Tue, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for a class on creating designs and using the Laser engraving to customize bookmarks and keychains. For ages 13+ only Registration is required
This event is full
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Growing Garlic - UK Horticulture Extension Co-Op Class
Tue, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Join the UK Horticulture Extension Co-Op for a class on growing garlic in the fall!
This event is full
Evening Storytime
Tue, Oct 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.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Oct 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, Oct 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, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Cancelled
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Boo Bash - Eastside Branch
Wed, Oct 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Celebrate Halloween with songs, games, and crafts. Costumes encouraged! For ages 5 and younger with a caregiver. No registration required.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Oct 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, Oct 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.
Workshop Wednesday - Creepy Crafting: Mini Pumpkin Painting
Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Roll up your sleeves and get (creepy) crafting! Each month, we'll dive into a new, exciting craft. For tweens and teens.
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Oct 22, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Safety
Wed, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Story 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 safety at school and personal boundaries.
Never too old for Ya Book Club
Wed, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us for the second meeting of the "Never Too Old for YA Book Club". This month we will be discussing Michael Chbosky's classic novel, "The Perks of Being a Wallflower".
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Rescheduled
Cult Classics Book Club - Something Wicked This Way Comes by Ray Bradbury
Wed, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Wednesday, October 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Sixth Brewing
A book club for the strange and unusual.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale - Bag Days
Thu, Oct 23, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Oct 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.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Safety
Thu, Oct 23, 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 XYZ.
Boo Bash - Central Library
Thu, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Celebrate Halloween with songs, games, and crafts. Costumes encouraged. For ages 5 and younger with caregiver. No registration required.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Oct 23, 12:00pm - 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
Thu, Oct 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Oct 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.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Oct 23, 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!
Crafternoon - Decorate Your Own Weird Barbie!
Thu, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Get creative and learn something new at our monthly adult crafternoon! (Materials provided while supplies last) This month, decorate your own "Weird Barbie" for Halloween!
STEAM Lab Drop In - Monster Engineering
Thu, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab o design a monster with a twist! We'll explore "monster genetics" to determine our creations. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Growing Garlic
Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Join Master Gardeners for this FREE class. Free garlic bulbs while supplies last.
Creepy Special FX Makeup
Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Learn basic principles about special effects (FX) makeup and practice makeup tricks that you'll want to show off this spooky season! Recommended for families with children ages 8+.While supplies last.
Movie/Makers: Scooby-Doo & Spooky Cross Stitch - for teens
Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Catch a showing of Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island (PG), and learn how to make spooky cross stitch bookmarks! Or, bring your own creepy crafts to share. For ages 13 - 17
Sublimation Class
Thu, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Join us to learn how to sublimate and create your own custom coaster. Únase para aprender a sublimar y crear tu propio posavasos para bebidas personalizado.
This event is full
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Oct 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Oct 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 Conversation Group
Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale - Bag Days
Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org
Cancelled
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Oct 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Oct 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Oct 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.
Boo Bash - Marksbury Family Branch
Fri, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B),First Floor Paseo,Keeneland Community Room,Outdoor Atrium
Celebrate Halloween with songs, games, and crafts. Costumes encouraged! For ages 5 and younger with a caregiver. No registration required.
STEAM Storytime
Fri, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us for a fun and interactive STEAM Storytime, where preschoolers will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through engaging stories, hands-on activities, and creative play!
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Oct 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Oct 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.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Oct 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Family Maker Time - Gel Printing & Sugar Skull Painting
Fri, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Come celebreate dia de los muertos with the whole family by making with the whole family! ¡Ven a celebrar el día de los muertos con toda la familia haciendo manualidades con toda la familia!
A 250Lex Partnership: Queer, Here, & Everywhere Reception - A reception and history talk about the exhibit.
Fri, Oct 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
New venue Eastside Branch
Join us from 5:30-7 for a reception celebrating the exhibit at Eastside.
After Hours Teen Takeover - Retro Game Night
Fri, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room
Explore the library after it closes with a variety of old school activities! Registration required.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale - Bag Days
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org
Podcast Studio Skills Workshop
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Audio Booth,Digital Studio,Podcast Studio,Production Studio,Video Editing Booth
In this hands-on workshop, build your podcast production skills with professional production tips using the equipment, spaces and software in the Northside Digital Studio.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Oct 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
Chair Yoga
Sat, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch
Join local yoga instructor Chie Tanaka for a free chair yoga class! This class is aimed at beginners but all experience levels are welcome!
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Oct 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.
Local Advocacy 101 - with CivicLex
Sat, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join CivicLex to learn about creating change in your local government!
Saturday PaintLab for Kids - Peek-A-Boo Painting
Sat, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Never be afraid to paint over something! In this session, we'll explore how to create bold backgrounds with wild textures and vibrant colors -just like the artist Maria Carluccio. For ages 7- 12.
How Money Works - Short-Term and Long-Term Financial Strategies
Sat, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastside Branch
Join us for a financial literacy masterclass! Empower yourself by taking charge of your future!
Lego Club
Sat, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Oct 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.
Make & Chill - Spooky Snow Globes
Sat, Oct 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Join us for our monthly teen drop-in DIY program! This month, we're getting into the Halloween spirit with spooky snow globe creepy crafts. (Materials provided while supplies last)
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Oct 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.
Bite Club - Deadly Delicious Edition
Sun, Oct 26, 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.
Sunday Classics - Something Wicked This Way Comes (PG)
Sun, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A monthly Sunday movie matinee
Author Talk and Book Signing - with Mike Holdren
Sun, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon with Mike Holdren as he discusses his book, Herrington Lake - Kentucky's Marvel of Architecture, Waterpower & Nature.
History Talk - Lexington's Equine Hall of Fame
Sun, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Join Becky Ryder, Director Emerita of the Keeneland Library, as she presents on Lexington's Equine Hall of Fame History.
Rescheduled
Sunday Stitching
Sun, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Sunday, October 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch
Do you enjoy cross-stitch, embroidery, or sewing? Grab your current project and join us every fourth Sunday for social stitching! All skill levels welcome.
Thriller! Face Painting
Sun, Oct 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Come get undead-ready for Lexington's annual Thriller! parade! Join us for zombie make up tutorials (and some less scary options) while supplies last! (Registration recommended, for teens and tweens)
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Oct 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, Oct 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 Social Time
Mon, Oct 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Babies will socialize with their peers and build their developmental skills with themes that rotate monthly. Recommended for babies 0-36months and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Oct 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Age-Appropriate Decision Making
Mon, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on age appropriate decision making. No registration required.
Boo Bash - Northside Branch
Mon, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch
Celebrate Halloween with songs, games, and crafts. Costumes encouraged! For ages 5 and younger with a caregiver. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Oct 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.
Learn to Paint
Mon, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Learn to paint by following along with videos from YouTube.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Oct 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 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, Oct 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Age-Appropriate Decision Making
Tue, Oct 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on age appropriate decision making. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Oct 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.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Oct 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, Oct 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.
Cancelled
Library Social Hour - Make a Wax Sachet
Tue, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
A wax sachet is a natural air freshener comprised of soy wax, dried flowers, herbs and spices, and essential oils. Materials provided but may be limited. This hour is for adults. Try something new!
Library Social Hour - Decorate a Pumpkin
Tue, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join others in a relaxed setting to socialize and participate in interactive activities, games or crafts.
STEAM Lab Drop In - Bat Science
Tue, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to celebrate Bat Week! We will learn about bats with an Echolocation activity and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
The Winter Garden - with Glitter Green Thumb
Tue, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
An in-detail lesson on building a cold proof garden structure that will protect your plants from a frost as well as what plants to grow in our area for moderate winter temps.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Oct 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, Oct 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, Oct 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.
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Boo Bash - Tates Creek Branch
Wed, Oct 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Halloween with songs, games, and crafts. Costumes encouraged! For ages 5 and younger with a caregiver. No registration required.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Oct 29, 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, Oct 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.
Crafternoon - Woven Potholders and Mug Rugs
Wed, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Weave a potholder or mug rug using fabric loops and a loom.
After School Monster Mash
Wed, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New venue Marksbury Family Branch
No tricks, only treats, at the Marksbury Family Branch while you craft, play, and have a scary good time! No registration required.
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Oct 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, Oct 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Cult Classics Book Club - Something Wicked This Way Comes by Ray Bradbury
Wed, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Sixth Brewing
A book club for the strange and unusual.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Oct 30, 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
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Oct 30, 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 - Age-Appropriate Decision Making
Thu, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on age appropriate decision making. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story 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
Thu, Oct 30, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Oct 30, 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.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Oct 30, 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 - Bat Science
Thu, Oct 30, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to celebrate Bat Week! We will learn about bats with an Echolocation activity and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Kid's Spanish Conversation Group
Thu, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Eastside Branch for a 4 week session of a Spanish conversation group!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Oct 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Oct 30, 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 Conversation Group
Fri, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Oct 31, 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.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Oct 31, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Oct 31, 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.
Boo Bash - Beaumont Branch
Fri, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Halloween with songs, games, and crafts. Costumes encouraged! For ages 5 and younger with a caregiver. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Oct 31, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Oct 31, 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.
Horror Murder Movie Club Halloween - The Beast With Five Fingers (PG)
Fri, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A fun murder mystery for Halloween
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Oct 31, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Nov 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
Adult Crafternoon - Bedazzled Book Covers
Sat, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Get crafty at Eastside!
Genealogy Workshop - presented by Daughters of the American Revolution
Sat, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join this workshop to learn how to get started with your genealogy research, including what to look for and where, and getting past pitfalls and roadblocks that can occur.
Hooked on Books - Horror!
Sat, Nov 01, 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.
Spanish Conversation Group - Practice Speaking Spanish
Sat, Nov 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Practice speaking Spanish and meet people and make new friends.
Paws to Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Nov 02, 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.
Author Talk & Book Signing - Alias Agnes by Elizabeth A. DeWolfe
Sun, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
The Notorious Tale of a Gilded Age Spy
Crafternoon - Woven Potholders and Mug Rugs
Sun, Nov 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Weave a potholder or mug rug using fabric loops and a loom.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Nov 03, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Nov 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 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.
Cancelled
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Nov 03, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Nov 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Decision Making
Tue, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social and emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on making good choices.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Nov 04, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Nov 04, 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.
Teen Tuesday: Giant Board Games
Tue, Nov 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
All of your favorite games, except bigger. Join us for a chill time of games and fun with friends!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Nov 04, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Nov 04, 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, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Nov 05, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Nov 05, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills-Decision Making - Age-appropriate Decision Making
Wed, Nov 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Story 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 how to make good decisions.
Paws to Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Wed, Nov 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
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 Conversation Group
Wed, Nov 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Nov 06, 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.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Age-Appropriate Decision Making
Thu, Nov 06, 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 responsible age-appropriate decision making.
Dinovember Eggstravaganza
Thu, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us for dinosaur themed activities and crafts. For Preschoolers
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 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!
Kid's Spanish Conversation Group
Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Eastside Branch for a 4 week session of a Spanish conversation group!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Nov 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Nov 06, 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.
Mystery Book Club - "Detective Aunty" by Uzma Jalaluddin
Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Calling all mystery lovers! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "Detective Aunty" by Uzma Jalaluddin.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Nov 07, 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.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Nov 07, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Nov 07, 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.
Stuffed Pet Show!
Fri, Nov 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,Large Meeting Room,Story Area
Show off your stuffie! Create crafts for your favorite stuffed animal, then walk them through the judge's ring and agility course. Everyone wins a ribbon! For ages 2 and up. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Nov 07, 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.
CivicLex: Local Advocacy 101
Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 11:30am
Central Library - Meeting Room B
CivicLex is a non-profit strengthening civic health in Lexington by helping people become more informed, connected, and engaged in how our community works.
Open Studio - Clay Pinch Pot
Sat, Nov 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Come and have fun playing with clay and learn about pinch pots technique.
How to Make a Music Video - A look behind the Lens
Sat, Nov 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch
Learn how local videographer Archie Moore created a the music video "Go Big Blue" with hip-hop artist Tony Wavy. Learn practical tips on planning, filming, and editing your own videos.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Nov 08, 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.
Watercolor Club - Paint With Us!
Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Watercolor painting club with a lesson each month suitable for beginners and anyone who just wants to hang out and paint with us. For adults & older teens. Registration required. 2 - 3:30 PM
Chain Reaction Challenge - Create a Rube Goldberg Machine
Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Design a creative Rube Goldberg machine that completes a simple task in a fun and complicated way using a series of chain reactions. For Ages 8-17. Registration required
Civic Workshop with CivicLex - Local Advocacy 101
Sat, Nov 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
This workshop will help you understand the best practices for advocating for an issue in local government.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Nov 09, 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.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program 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.
Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a Quilt Block a Month
Sun, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Quilting materials provided while supplies last. Hand sewing required. Please register and plan to attend.
Sunday Stitching
Sun, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Do you enjoy cross-stitch, crochet, knitting, embroidery, or sewing? Grab your current project and join us every fourth Sunday for social stitching! All skill levels welcome.
The Heart of the Turf: Racing's Black Pioneers
Sun, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join the Director of Keeneland Library, as she presents The Heart of the Turf, a Q&A that highlights the lives and careers of African American horsemen and women from the mid-1800s to today.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Nov 10, 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 Social Time
Mon, Nov 10, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Babies will socialize with their peers and build their developmental skills with themes that rotate monthly. Recommended for babies 0-36months and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Nov 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Nov 10, 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 - Making Friends
Mon, Nov 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on making friends at school. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Nov 10, 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.
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Nov 11, 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, Nov 11, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Making Friends
Tue, Nov 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on making friends at school. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Nov 11, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Nov 11, 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.
LexPubLib Plays: - SnapCircuits
Tue, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out in the Flex Space after school! Each month will feature a STEAM project.
Eastside Book Club - Reading Horse by Geraldine Brooks
Tue, Nov 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
All are welcome whether you finished the book or not!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Nov 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Nov 11, 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, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, Nov 12, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Paint with Paper
Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,Large Meeting Room
Create your own pulp paper artistic masterpiece. Please dress for mess! For ages 5 to 11. No reservations required.
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Nov 12, 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.
Meet Local Author Mary Knight - with the Kentucky Center for Grieving Children and Families
Wed, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Join local author Mary Knight for a discussion of her novel What the Seahorse Told Me. Recommended for ages 8+. No registration required. Copies of the book will be available while supplies last.
STEM & Stuff - Native American Shelters
Wed, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Teens and tweens are welcome to join Northside's monthly STEM club. We're recognizing Native American Heritage Month by building mini shelters! Registration recommended.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 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 - Making Friends
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on making friends at school. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story 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
Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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!
Kid's Spanish Conversation Group
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Eastside Branch for a 4 week session of a Spanish conversation group!
Geology Rocks!
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Learn about rocks and minerals with hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 5-11. No registration required.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Nov 14, 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.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Nov 14, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Nov 14, 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.
Intro to Genealogy
Fri, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Stop by the Beaumont Branch to learn the basics of genealogy, including how to navigate the library version of Ancestry.com.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Nov 14, 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.
Ms. Nora Williams from Maddoxtown - viewing and discussion with documentarian, Eli Scarr
Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us to to watch this locally produced short film about Lexingtonian, Ms. Nora Williams. A discussion with the filmmaker will follow.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Nov 15, 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.
Traditional Music for Kids - Play & listen to fiddles, banjos, dulcimers, and guitars!
Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
Instructors from Pick and Bow, an Appalachian traditional music program, will give a mini-concert, do music related activities and crafts, and teach basic fiddle/banjo/guitar/dulcimer skills to kids.
Pokémon Trainer Meet Up
Sun, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Meet and hang out with other Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to trade or play, or chill out with a craft. For ages 5 and up. No registration required.
Classical Music Sunday - EKU Guitar Ensemble
Sun, Nov 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live classical music the third Sunday of every month.
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