Book Buzz

Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival - Zandy's Bride (PG)

Sat, Jul 12, 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

Sat, Jul 12, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Part of the fifteenth annual Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival.

Make Your Own Paper - With Live Green Lexington

Sat, Jul 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.

Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join Live Green Lexington to create paper out of recycled materials to learn about sustainability and creativity! For ages 8-17. Registration Required.

Beginning Genealogy Workshop - presented by Daughters of the American Revolution

Sat, Jul 12, 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.

This event is full

Lexington Food Memories - Writing Workshop with Sylvia Lovely

Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join Sylvia to celebrate Lexington's 250th anniversary by exploring the town's rich food stories through favorite restaurants, memorable meals, and cherished traditions!

Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival - Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid (R)

Sat, Jul 12, 2:45pm - 4:47pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Part of the fifteenth annual Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival.

Hooked on Books - Disability Pride

Sat, Jul 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large 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.

Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival - Young Doctors in Love (R)

Sun, Jul 13, 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.

Sun, Jul 13, 1:15pm - 2:51pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Part of the fifteenth annual Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival.

Rescheduled

Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival - Young Doctors in Love (R)

Sun, Jul 13, 1:30pm - 3:45pm

New date Sunday, July 13, 1:15pm - 2:51pm

Central Library

Part of the fifteenth annual Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival.

Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash

Sun, Jul 13, 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.

Pawpaw Tasting Party

Sun, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Stop by the Beaumont Branch to learn about pawpaw trees, fruit, and do a tasting of some pawpaw treats.

Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival - Author Talk, Short Film, and Book Signing with Ed Begley Jr.

Sun, Jul 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Part of the fifteenth annual Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival.

Take & Make Kids Craft - Mandala Window Craft

Mon, Jul 14, All day

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 6 and older.

Cancelled

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

New venue Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.

The Science of Weather with Jason Lindsey

Mon, Jul 14, 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

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Discover the science of weird and wacky weather with "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey! For grades K-5. No registration required.

Mon, Jul 14, 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.

Preschool Science Lab

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,Large Meeting Room

Chemistry, geology, physics, astronomy... explore them all in this interactive science experience for preschoolers. No registration required.

Teacher Time - In the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace

Mon, Jul 14, 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.

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the upcoming school year.

The Science of Weather with Jason Lindsey

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room

Discover the science of weird and wacky weather with "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey! For grades K-5. No registration required.

Can YOU solve the mystery? - Use your detective skills to solve a mystery

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Follow the clues and see if you can solve the mystery.

Urban Ecosystem Exploration

Mon, Jul 14, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab for this special summer two-part series! Explore urban ecology by investigating soil, plants, and more. For middle and high school. Registration required.

Teacher Time - In the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace

Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the upcoming school year.

Cancelled

The Science of Weather with Jason Lindsey

Mon, Jul 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.

Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

Discover the science of weird and wacky weather with "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey! For grades K-5. No registration required.

The Science of Color with Jason Lindsey

Tue, Jul 15, 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.

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Join "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey for brilliant experiments with color! For grades K-5. No registration required.

Tue, Jul 15, 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.

Preschoolers Explore: Bugs

Tue, Jul 15, 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.

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Learn all about bugs with hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 3-5 with caregiver. No registration required.

Teacher Time - In the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the upcoming school year.

What Makes a Good Job? - with KHEAA

Tue, Jul 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

Canva Basics

Tue, Jul 15, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for an introductory class on using canva design tools for graphic design projects. for ages 13+

Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Most people want to have a good job when they grow up, but do you know how to achieve that? We will talk about what makes a good job, how to get it, and give you the tools you need to succeed.

The Science of Color with Jason Lindsey

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey for brilliant experiments with color! For grades K-5. No registration required.

Teacher Time - In the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace

Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the upcoming school year.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Rainbow Watercolor

Tue, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about the science behind rainbows & then create a colorful painting inspired by them! Recommended for ages 8-17.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, Jul 15, 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.

Tue, Jul 15, 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 Science of Color with Jason Lindsey

Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Join "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey for brilliant experiments with color! For grades K-5. No registration required.

EARLY BIRD BOOK CLUB with Kentucky Humanities Council - 2025 Kentucky Reads title Savory Memories

Wed, Jul 16, 9:30am - 10:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

Explore our culinary heritage with Jacqueline Hamilton to discuss Savory Memories: Kentucky Foodways, a unique blend of personal narrative, memories, and recipes through the lens of Kentucky authors.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.

Wed, Jul 16, 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.

Wed, Jul 16, 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.

Wed, Jul 16, 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.

Teacher Time - In the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace

Wed, Jul 16, 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.

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the upcoming school year.

Wed, Jul 16, 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

TikTok Dancing at the Library

Wed, Jul 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.

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

TikTok dancers of all levels are welcome to join us for selfie stations at the library to capture your best TikTok worthy dance moves. No registration required.

Summer Movie Matinee

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Join us for our free family movie matinee series this summer on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays!

Taste of College: Department of Physics & Astronomy - with University of Kentucky

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room

Curious about what college classes are really like? Taste of College is a fun and interactive program designed to give middle and high school students a sneak peek into the college experience!

Urban Ecosystem Exploration

Wed, Jul 16, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab for this special summer two-part series! Explore urban ecology by investigating soil, plants, and more. For middle and high school. Registration required.

Teacher Time - In the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the upcoming school year.

Cancelled

ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL

Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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.

Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.

Adults Make Slime!

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Slime isn't just for kids... Drop in and make some slime! For adults. Registration required.

Thu, Jul 17, 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

Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Teacher Time - In the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace

Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Stuffed Animal Home

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

Make a comfy spot for a favorite friend

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the upcoming school year.

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Preschool Space Camp

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Explore life as an astronaut gathering moon rock samples, preparing space food, making a jetpack and more. Bring an empty cereal to make jetpacks. Recommended for preschoolers age 3-5 and caregivers.

Cancelled

Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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!

Free Plant Giveaways! - With: Fayette County Extension & Master Gardeners

Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come to the library to get free plants for your garden! *One plant/seek pack per person. While supplies last. Begins May 8. Ask Master Gardeners any gardening questions. Registration requested.

Teacher Time - In the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace

Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the upcoming school year.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Rainbow Watercolor

Thu, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about the science behind rainbows & then create a colorful painting inspired by them! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Eastside Dungeons and Dragons

Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Thu, Jul 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.

Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Check Meowt Book Club - Night of the Living Cat

Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lexington Humane Society - Habicattery Room

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.

Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.

Sensory Friendly Play - At the Restaurant

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Fri, Jul 18, 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!

Fri, Jul 18, 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.

Teacher Time - In the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace

Fri, Jul 18, 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.

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the upcoming school year.

Teacher Time - In the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace

Fri, Jul 18, 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.

Friday Art

Fri, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Story Room

Come make some art in the afternoon! This process art program is for Kindergarten-5th grade. No registration is required.

Fri, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the upcoming school year.

STEAM Lab Maker Station

Fri, Jul 18, 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.

Gallery Hop - Maynard Studios

Fri, Jul 18, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Central Library - Gallery

Opening reception for a new art exhibit.

Over the Rainbow - Teen Bash

Fri, Jul 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room

Get locked in the library for an after hours Wizard of Oz bash, with a Wicked watch party, themed crafts, photo ops, and more! For ALL teens 13 - 18, registration required

Digital Illustration - Procreate Basics

Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Northside Branch - Audio Booth,Digital Studio,Production Studio,Video Editing Booth

In this Northside Digital Studio workshop, we'll be going over some helpful drawing tips and techniques along with exploring Procreate as you learn the basics you need to create amazing pieces of art!

This event is full

Canning Tomatoes - with the Fayette Co. Extension Office

Sat, Jul 19, 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, Jul 19, 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!

Dungeons & Dragons

Sat, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Dungeons & Dragons

Sat, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join Caroline McMahan learn how to can using the water bath method properly!

Black Voices Book Club - A book club to discuss literary works by black authors.

Sat, Jul 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.

Sat, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

Monthly discussion of books written by black authors. Meets Every 3rd Saturday. July's Selection is Swift River by Essie J. Chambers. Stop by or contact the Eastside Branch for copies.

Watercolor Club - Paint With Us!

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Watercolor painting club with a lesson each month suitable for beginners, dilettantes, and anyone who just wants to hang out and paint with us. For adults. Registration required. 2 - 3:30 PM

This event is full

Beaumont Dungeons and Dragons

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us at Beaumont for a game of Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you've never played or you're a Dungeon Master, all players ages 11 and up are welcome. No registration required.

Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash

Sat, Jul 19, 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.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Rainbow Watercolor

Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about the science behind rainbows & then create a colorful painting inspired by them! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Cancelled

Around The World Book Challenge - Book Club

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Northside Branch

Around the World is a book challenge 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!

Princess Tea Party

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us for a tea party straight out of a storybook! Dressing up is encouraged! Snacks and teas will be provided. For older kids and tweens. Registration Required

This event is full

Rescheduled

Bluegrass Mystery Theater's Sherlock Holmes: A Map to Murder

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Saturday, July 19, 3:00pm - 4:15pm

Central Library

Bluegrass Mystery Theater brings murder, mystery, and mayhem to the Bluegrass. Join us for their performance of "Sherlock Holmes: A Map to Murder" in the Farish Theater.

Bluegrass Mystery Theater's Sherlock Holmes: A Map to Murder

Sat, Jul 19, 3:00pm - 4:15pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Bluegrass Mystery Theater brings murder, mystery, and mayhem to the Bluegrass. Join us for their performance of "Sherlock Holmes: A Map to Murder" in the Farish Theater.

Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a Quilt Block a Month

Sun, Jul 20, 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.

Sun, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

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.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

Join our friends from Madcap Puppets for a fantastic fairy tale show! For families. No registration required.

Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.

Mon, Jul 21, 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

Mon, Jul 21, 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.

Mon, Jul 21, 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.

Mon, Jul 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.

Let's Play... Game Day

Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Drop into the Beaumont Branch for an hour of classic games and socializing for adults!

U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test

Mon, Jul 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Join our friends from Madcap Puppets for a fun and exciting show! For families. No registration required.

Monday Matinee

Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come in and cool down with a good movie! Ages 8 & up, no registration required.

Chapters & Chatter

Mon, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join us at Chapters & Chatter, Eastside's new book club for tweens! This month we will discuss The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick.

Mon, Jul 21, 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.

Cancelled

Mon, Jul 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Join our friends from Madcap Puppets for a fantastic fairy tale show! For families. No registration required.

Tue, Jul 22, 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.

Tue, Jul 22, 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.

Tue, Jul 22, 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.

Tue, Jul 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

Movie/Makers: Lord of the Rings & Hobbit Wreaths - for teens

Tue, Jul 22, 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.

Summer Movie Matinee

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Join us for our free family movie matinee series this summer on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays!

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room,Large Meeting Room

Makers and movie fans unite! Join us for a showing of a film you voted for, and a craft to go along with it.

Glow Paint

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

We'll paint with neon paint and use black light to show off your amazing art! Join us for a glow-tastic time!!

STEAM Lab Drop In - Robotics

Tue, Jul 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room

Join our friends from Madcap Puppets for a fantastic fairy tale show! For families. No registration required.

Tue, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore robotics like Ozobots and Spheros with fun activities! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Canva Basics

Tue, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for an introductory class on using canva design tools for graphic design projects. for ages 13+

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, Jul 22, 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.

Tue, Jul 22, 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.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.

Wed, Jul 23, 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.

Wed, Jul 23, 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.

Wed, Jul 23, 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.

Wed, Jul 23, 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.

Wed, Jul 23, 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

Disney Singalong Dance Party!

Wed, Jul 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.

Wed, Jul 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us as we sing, dance, and enjoy all things Disney! Recommended for K through 5th grade. No registration required.

Summer Movie Matinee

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Join us for our free family movie matinee series this summer on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays!

Cancelled

Taste of College: Department of Physics & Astronomy - with University of Kentucky

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Eastside Branch

Curious about what college classes are really like? Taste of College is a fun and interactive program designed to give middle and high school students a sneak peek into the college experience!

To See an Owl

Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Enjoy a story about a girl who wants to see an owl. Then learn about these birds with hands-on activities. For ages 5-10. No registration required.

CRAFTERNOON: DIY STICKY NOTEBOOKS

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

Drop by Wednesday or Saturday to make a mini sticky notebook holder. All materials provided. While supply last.

Tie-Dye Scrunchies

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Central Library

Create your own tie dye scrunchie! For elementary and middle schoolers while supplies last. All materials provided.

Workshop Wednesday

Wed, Jul 23, 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. (Formerly Make it Monday)

This event is full

Cancelled

KRM Citizenship Class

Wed, Jul 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch

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

Cancelled

ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL

Wed, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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.

Cult Classics Book Club - Geek Love by Katherine Dunn

Wed, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.

Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

West Sixth Brewing

A book club for the strange and unusual.

Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join our friends from Madcap Puppets for a fun and exciting show! For families. No registration required.

Thu, Jul 24, 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

Thu, Jul 24, 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.

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Thu, Jul 24, 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.

Drop-In Resume Workshop

Thu, Jul 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Create an eye-catching resume using the latest technology. (Bring a list of previous work experience if possible.)

Thu, Jul 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.

Thu, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room

Join our friends from Madcap Puppets for a fantastic fairy tale show! For families. No registration required.

Cancelled

Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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!

Free Plant Giveaways! - With: Fayette County Extension & Master Gardeners

Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come to the library to get free plants for your garden! *One plant/seek pack per person. While supplies last. Begins May 8. Ask Master Gardeners any gardening questions. Registration requested.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Robotics

Thu, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore robotics like Ozobots and Spheros with fun activities! Recommended for ages 8-17.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Thu, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.

Thu, Jul 24, 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.

Thu, Jul 24, 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.

Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.

Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Fri, Jul 25, 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.

Fri, Jul 25, 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.

Fri, Jul 25, 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.

Puzzle Swap Extravaganza!

Fri, Jul 25, 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.

End of Summer Game Day!

Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

We've had an AWESOME summer at the library! Come have one last big hurrah with us! Games and fun for kids of all ages!

Fri, Jul 25, 2:30pm - 5:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Join us for a day of puzzling fun! Drop off your old puzzles at the Marksbury Branch starting *JULY 11th* to receive a ticket for our Puzzle Extravaganza! One ticket per puzzle donated to the swap.

STEAM Lab Maker Station

Fri, Jul 25, 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.

Team Puzzle Race - Puzzle Swap Extravaganza!

Fri, Jul 25, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

Join us in the Community Room for a chance to prove your puzzling skills - and win some fun prizes! This event will be happening during our Puzzle Swap.

Floor Time - Meditation and Mindful Art

Fri, Jul 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Relax on the floor while practicing yin yoga and decorating your own mandala!

Sat, Jul 26, 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

DIY Book Safe - for Teens

Sat, Jul 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.

Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Need a secret place to keep your treasures? Try a book safe! Dress for mess! Registration required.

Sketchbook Meetup - Adult Art Club

Sat, Jul 26, 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!

Lego Club

Sat, Jul 26, 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

Elvis Movie Screening: Viva Las Vegas (Not Rated)

Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come and enjoy a screening of the 1964 hit, Viva Las Vegas, starring Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret!

Cookbook Swap

Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room B

Has your diet changed? Looking for new recipes to liven up your repertoire? Bring in your gently-loved cookbooks and trade them for some new-to-you treats!

Horror Murder Movie Club - Sleepaway Camp (R)

Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Summer camp is gonna be killer!

CRAFTERNOON: DIY STICKY NOTEBOOKS

Sat, Jul 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Drop by Wednesday or Saturday to make a mini sticky notebook holder. All materials provided. While supply last.

Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash

Sat, Jul 26, 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.

Cult Classics Club - Night of the Hunter (Not Rated)

Sun, Jul 27, 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.

Sun, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

A little story of right-hand left-hand

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.

Mon, Jul 28, 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

Mon, Jul 28, 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.

Mon, Jul 28, 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.

U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test

Mon, Jul 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.

Monday Matinee

Mon, Jul 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come in and cool down with a good movie! Ages 8 & up, no registration required.

Teen Advisory Board

Mon, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch - Teen Space

Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!

Mon, Jul 28, 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.

Pokémon Trainer Meet Up

Mon, Jul 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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.

Learn to Paint

Mon, Jul 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Learn to paint by following along with videos from YouTube.

This event is full

Cancelled

Mon, Jul 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.

Tue, Jul 29, 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.

Tue, Jul 29, 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.

Tue, Jul 29, 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.

Tue, Jul 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

Dungeons & Dragons: Live! - for teens

Tue, Jul 29, 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.

Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room,Large Meeting Room

Become your D&D character! Compete in challenges to find out your abilities, then take on an adventure in real life. Ages 13 - 17, registration required.

Library Social Hour - Scented Candles for Beginners

Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch

Create a simple aromatherapy candle. Supplies are limited. Registration is not required. Adults only.

Tie Dye Party!

Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Bring to life your old t-shirts or old tote bags and join our tie dye party! We'll provide the tie dye, and limited supplies of materials. While supplies last. Dress for a mess!

STEAM Lab Drop In - Paper Animation

Tue, Jul 29, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about animation while creating flipbooks, thaumatropes and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, Jul 29, 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.

Tue, Jul 29, 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.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.

Wed, Jul 30, 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.

Wed, Jul 30, 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.

Wed, Jul 30, 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.

Wed, Jul 30, 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.

Wed, Jul 30, 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

Taste of College: Department of Mathematics - with University of Kentucky

Wed, Jul 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.

Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room

Curious about what college classes are really like? Taste of College is a fun and interactive program designed to give middle and high school students a sneak peek into the college experience!

Cancelled

KRM Citizenship Class

Wed, Jul 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch

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, Jul 30, 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.

Become a Dementia Friendly Neighbor

Wed, Jul 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.

Thu, Jul 31, 10:00am - 11:00am

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join Dementia Friendly Lexington for a free dementia friendly training

Thu, Jul 31, 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

Thu, Jul 31, 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.

Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Thu, Jul 31, 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.

Thu, Jul 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.

Last Days of Summer Laser Tag - for Tweens & Teens

Thu, Jul 31, 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.

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Play Capture the Flag, Battle Royale, and more! For ages 13+.

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Jul 31, 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!

Free Plant Giveaways! - With: Fayette County Extension & Master Gardeners

Thu, Jul 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come to the library to get free plants for your garden! *One plant/seek pack per person. While supplies last. Begins May 8. Ask Master Gardeners any gardening questions. Registration requested.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Paper Animation

Thu, Jul 31, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about animation while creating flipbooks, thaumatropes and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Little Chef of the Month

Thu, Jul 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join us at Little Chef of the Month! We'll learn baking, cooking, and healthy eating together. Get ready to mix, bake, and enjoy delicious foods from around the world!

This event is full

Club de Voces Latinxs - Latinxs Voices Book Club - Latinxs Voices Book Club

Thu, Jul 31, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

New venue Kentucky Native Café

Este Club de Lectura es para quienes disfrutan de la literatura en español. El libro para este mes:La Palabra Del Mudo. De:Julio Ramón Ribeyro, un gran clásico de la narrativa breve latinoamericana.

FIrst Time Homebuyers Workshop

Thu, Jul 31, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

FREE house buying workshop for anyone who is interested in learning more about first time home-buyer assistance. Presented by Elisa Cooley, Director of REACH, Inc. Registration requested.

Poster Making Class

Thu, Jul 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Join us and learn how to use Canva to create your own personalized poster. Participants will leave with their custom poster design saved on a USB and are welcome to return to have their poster printed

Registration opens Thursday, July 17 2025 at 5:00pm

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Thu, Jul 31, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.

Thu, Jul 31, 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.

Eastside Children's Scavenger Hunt

Thu, Jul 31, 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.

Fri, Aug 01, All day

Eastside Branch

Stop by the Children's Department to participate in a scavenger hunt. Images will be hidden around the department and it's up to you to find them all! Scavenger hunts will change throughout the month.

Fri, Aug 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.

Fri, Aug 01, 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.

Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash

Fri, Aug 01, 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.

Sat, Aug 02, 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, Aug 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room

Explore technology, instruments, and the science of sound and electricity, all while making music with the Lexington Philharmonic! For ages 5-11. No registration required.

Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!

Adult Crafternoon - Pressed Flower Bookmarks

Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Get crafty at Eastside!

Bite Club - Orange You Glad It's Fruit Edition

Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Explore technology, instruments, and the science of sound and electricity, all while making music with the Lexington Philharmonic! For ages 5-11. No registration required.

Northside Craft Club

Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Calling all craft lovers! Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting! Northside Craft Club meets monthly.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 16 2025 at 9:00am

Sun, Aug 03, 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.

Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash

Sun, Aug 03, 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.

Sunday Stitching

Sun, Aug 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Aug 04, 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.

Mon, Aug 04, 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.

Mon, Aug 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library

Explore technology, instruments, and the science of sound and electricity, all while making music with the Lexington Philharmonic! For ages 5-11. No registration required.

Mon, Aug 04, 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.

U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test

Mon, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,Large Meeting Room

Explore technology, instruments, and the science of sound and electricity, all while making music with the Lexington Philharmonic! For ages 5-11. No registration required.

Mon, Aug 04, 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.

Adult Anime Club

Mon, Aug 04, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Are you interested in anime and manga? Are you looking to make friends with similar interests? Stop by the first Monday of the month to watch some anime and discuss with friends!

Mon, Aug 04, 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.

Tue, Aug 05, 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.

Family Storytime

Tue, Aug 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.

Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Explore technology, instruments, and the science of sound and electricity, all while making music with the Lexington Philharmonic! For ages 5-11. No registration required.

Eastside Book Club

Tue, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch

Join us as we discuss The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell!

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, Aug 05, 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.

Tue, Aug 05, 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.

Digging for Dinosaurs - with the Cincinnati Museum Center

Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join our friends from the Cincinnati Museum Center on a pretend paleontological dig! See, touch, and learn about real fossils. For ages 6-10. Registration required.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Wed, Aug 06, 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.

Wed, Aug 06, 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.

Digging for Dinosaurs - with the Cincinnati Museum Center

Wed, Aug 06, 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.

Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join our friends from the Cincinnati Museum Center on a pretend paleontological dig! See, touch, and learn about real fossils. For ages 6-10. Registration required.

Cancelled

KRM Citizenship Class

Wed, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch

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, Aug 06, 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.

Digging for Dinosaurs - with the Cincinnati Museum Center

Wed, Aug 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.

Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Join our friends from the Cincinnati Museum Center on a pretend paleontological dig! See, touch, and learn about real fossils. For ages 6-10. Registration required.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Handpan Sound Bath - Presented by Pete Wallace

Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us for a relaxing mid-week break with gentle melodic handpan music. A sound bath uses resonant instruments to promote physical and mental well-being while sitting or lying down.

Digging for Dinosaurs - with the Cincinnati Museum Center

Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

Join our friends from the Cincinnati Museum Center on a pretend paleontological dig! See, touch, and learn about real fossils. For ages 6-10. Registration only.

Digging for Dinosaurs - with the Cincinnati Museum Center

Thu, Aug 07, 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.

Family Storytime

Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.

Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join our friends from the Cincinnati Museum Center on a pretend paleontological dig! See, touch, and learn about real fossils. For ages 6-10. Registration required.

Back To School Dance Party

Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Dance away those back to school nerves! For ages 5-10. No registration required.

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Aug 07, 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!

Using Herbs for Iced Tea

Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

Join Master Gardeners for this FREE class. Free mint plants while supplies last.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Thu, Aug 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.

Thu, Aug 07, 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.

Digging for Dinosaurs - with the Cincinnati Museum Center

Thu, Aug 07, 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.

Thu, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room

Join our friends from the Cincinnati Museum Center on a pretend paleontological dig! See, touch, and learn about real fossils. For ages 6-10. Registration required.

The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club

Thu, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium 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 "Everyone Here Is Lying" by Shari Lapena.

Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.

Fri, Aug 08, 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.

Fri, Aug 08, 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.

Local Government 101 - with CivicLex

Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Explore technology, instruments, and the science of sound and electricity, all while making music with the Lexington Philharmonic! For grades K-5. No registration required.

Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join CivicLex to learn about Lexington's local government!

Hooked on Books - Mythology vs. Folklore

Sat, Aug 09, 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.

Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash

Sun, Aug 10, 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.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Aug 11, 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.

Mon, Aug 11, 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.

U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test

Mon, Aug 11, 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.

Mon, Aug 11, 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.