Spanish Movies for All Ages

Wed, Oct 30, 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.

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.

Wed, Oct 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, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Cancelled

Wed, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch

Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.

Boo Bash at Beaumont

Wed, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,Small Meeting Room

Celebrate Halloween with songs, games, and crafts. Costumes encouraged! For ages 5 and younger with a caregiver. No registration required.

Wed, Oct 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, Oct 30, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Makerspace at Eastside. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Large Format Printer and more. Or bring your own project to work on in the space. Visit lexpublib.org/makerspace for more details on equipment available.

Somos Heroes

Wed, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

'Somos Heroes' is an animation workshop focused on teaching Spanish-speaking and bilingual teens the basics of animation, character design, and story telling. Registration required.

Registration is now closed

Wed, Oct 30, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! For Grades 3-12.

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

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required.

Wed, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 31, 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

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

Beaumont Branch

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

Thu, Oct 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, Oct 31, 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.

Boo Bash at Central

Thu, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

Celebrate Halloween with songs, games, and crafts. Costumes encouraged! For ages 5 and younger with a caregiver. No registration required.

Horror Murder Movie Club - The Black Cat

Thu, Oct 31, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Makerspace at Eastside. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Large Format Printer, and more. Or bring your own project to work on in the space. Visit lexpublib.org/makerspace for more details on the equipment available.

Thu, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Horror Halloween Classic

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Oct 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!

STEAM Lab Drop In: Monster Engineering Challenge

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to design a monster with a twist! We'll explore "monster genetics" to determine our creations. For Grades 3-12. (A HallowSTEAM and Teentober program)

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Poster Design Class

Thu, Oct 31, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Join us to learn how to create your own custom designed poster. *Class will be taught in English and Spanish.*

Thu, Oct 31, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

Thu, Oct 31, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

A Celtic Music Halloween - With the Paul Brock Band

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 31, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

An evening of Celtic music on America's second-most Celtic holiday of the year!

Picture Book Month Celebration - Vote for your favorite picture book DOG character!

Fri, Nov 01, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Central Library

Celebrate the Picture Books and Election Day. The children's department will have a voting booth setup from October 31 - November 11.

Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Nov 01, 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.

Fri, Nov 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.

Fri, Nov 01, 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.

Fri, Nov 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.

Fri, Nov 01, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Fri, Nov 01, 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.

Fri, Nov 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Story Area

Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.

Picture Book Month Celebration - Vote for your favorite picture book DOG character!

Sat, Nov 02, 9:30am - 5:00pm

Central Library

Celebrate the Picture Books and Election Day. The children's department will have a voting booth setup from October 31 - November 11.

Explore: Sensory Social Time

Sat, Nov 02, 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.

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

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

Sensory play and social time designed to be inclusive, autism friendly, and fun for everyone! Designed for children who have a developmental age of approximately 2-5 years. ALL children are welcome!

Eastside Dungeons and Dragons

Sat, Nov 02, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch

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, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons! Beginners and experienced players welcome. Ages 11 & up.

Chess Club

Sat, Nov 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area

Join us at Marksbury Family Branch for Chess Club! All are welcome! Beginners, prodigies and everyone in between! Learn strategies and build community!

Hooked on Books - Trilogies Pt. 1

Sat, Nov 02, 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. Stop by to discuss your recent read and get recommendations in new genres.

Picture Book Month Celebration - Vote for your favorite picture book DOG character!

Sun, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library

Celebrate the Picture Books and Election Day. The children's department will have a voting booth setup from October 31 - November 11.

Sun, Nov 03, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

Sun, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Sun, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library

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.

Picture Book Month Celebration - Vote for your favorite picture book DOG character!

Mon, Nov 04, 9:30am - 7:00pm

Central Library

Celebrate the Picture Books and Election Day. The children's department will have a voting booth setup from October 31 - November 11.

Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.

Mon, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Mon, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Tempur Sealy Children?s Discovery Zone

Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.

Mon, Nov 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.

Mon, 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.

Mon, Nov 04, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

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.

UK Pharmacy Technician Academy Information Session - Begin a New Career as a Pharmacy Tech!

Mon, Nov 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Mon, Nov 04, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

University of Kentucky Healthcare will soon accept applications for its competitive Pharmacy Technician training program. Attend this session to learn more!

Picture Book Month Celebration - Vote for your favorite picture book DOG character!

Tue, Nov 05, 9:30am - 7:00pm

Central Library

Celebrate the Picture Books and Election Day. The children's department will have a voting booth setup from October 31 - November 11.

Tue, Nov 05, 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.

Cancelled

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

Beaumont Branch

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

Rescheduled

Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

New date Tuesday, November 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch

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

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

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

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

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

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Baby University - Book Club and Social Hour

Tue, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join us as we read Potty by Leslie Patricelli and discuss tips for potty training and signs of readiness.

Dinovember Eggstravaganza

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

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Meeting Room D,Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Do you LOVE dinosaurs? Come and celebrate dinosaurs with games and activities at this EGG-STRAVAGANZA.

Teen Craft: Aluminum Foil Sculptures

Tue, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Drop in to the Northside Branch to make sculptures out of aluminum foil! All materials provided while supplies last. No registration required.

STEAM Lab Drop In: Design, Code & Play Games

Tue, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to celebrate International Games Month! We will code and design video games, explore VR games and play board games. For Grades 3-12.

Teen Tuesday - Airdry Clay Magnets

Tue, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Tue, Nov 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch

Join us as we make airdry clay magnets, and listen to music. Teens & Tweens. While supplies last

Rescheduled

Eastside Book Club

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

New date Tuesday, November 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch

Join us as we discuss Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley

Vote & Voice - Open Mic & Karaoke

Tue, Nov 05, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Central Library

Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.

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

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Celebrate Election Day by sounding off!

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community 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.

Picture Book Month Celebration - Vote for your favorite picture book DOG character!

Wed, Nov 06, 9:30am - 7:00pm

Central Library

Celebrate the Picture Books and Election Day. The children's department will have a voting booth setup from October 31 - November 11.

Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.

Wed, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Wed, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Story Area

Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.

Wed, Nov 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, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Come Write In! - for teens

Wed, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! For Grades 3-12.

Wed, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Meet comics author & UK writing professor Rachel Elliott!

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

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required.

Wed, Nov 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.

Cancelled

Adventures in DIY - Button Pumpkins

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

Marksbury Family Branch

Create beautiful pumpkin-inspired décor using old buttons and canvas.

Rescheduled

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

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

New date Tuesday, November 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.

Picture Book Month Celebration - Vote for your favorite picture book DOG character!

Thu, Nov 07, 9:30am - 7:00pm

Central Library

Celebrate the Picture Books and Election Day. The children's department will have a voting booth setup from October 31 - November 11.

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Cricut Class

Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Join us to learn how to use the Cricut Maker and make your own custom aprons using Heat Transfer Vinyl. *Class will be taught in English and Spanish. La clase se enseñara en Ingles y Español*

This event is full

Thu, Nov 07, 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, Nov 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.

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

Beaumont Branch - Story Area

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

Thu, Nov 07, 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.

Thu, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, 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.

Thu, Nov 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!

STEAM Lab Drop In: Design, Code & Play Games

Thu, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Looking for a place to do your homework? Want to hang out with friends or make new ones? Join us at the Tween & Teen Clubhouse after school!

Thu, Nov 07, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to celebrate International Games Month! We will code and design video games, explore VR games and play board games. For Grades 3-12.

Family Crafternoon: Cherokee Pinch Pots

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Families will make a pinch pot inspired by the Cherokee Nation. Exercise your creativity and learn about one of Kentucky?s native tribes. Recommended for families with children ages 3-12.

Thu, Nov 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club

Thu, Nov 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

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

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly mystery book club! This month's pick is "Daisy Darker" by Alice Feeney.

Picture Book Month Celebration - Vote for your favorite picture book DOG character!

Thu, Nov 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.

Fri, Nov 08, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Central Library

Celebrate the Picture Books and Election Day. The children's department will have a voting booth setup from October 31 - November 11.

Fri, Nov 08, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Nov 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.

Sensory Friendly Play: Thanksgiving!

Fri, Nov 08, 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.

Fri, Nov 08, 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, Nov 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.

Fri, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Picture Book Month Celebration - Vote for your favorite picture book DOG character!

Fri, Nov 08, 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.

Sourdough Starters

Fri, Nov 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Take your holiday baking to the next level by learning how to make, maintain and bake with your very own sourdough starter.

Sat, Nov 09, 9:30am - 5:00pm

Central Library

Celebrate the Picture Books and Election Day. The children's department will have a voting booth setup from October 31 - November 11.

Open Studio - Indigenous Artists

Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Not an artist? Not a problem! We provide the art supplies, you provide the creativity during this open art program.

Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! For Grades 3-12.

STEAM Lab Drop In: Design, Code & Play Games

Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to celebrate International Games Month! We will code and design video games, explore VR games and play board games. For Grades 3-12.

Cozy Book Club

Sat, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

If you are an enthusiast of reading anything cozy, charming, whimsical, and heartwarming - then this is a club for you! For adults.

Picture Book Month Celebration - Vote for your favorite picture book DOG character!

Sun, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library

Celebrate the Picture Books and Election Day. The children's department will have a voting booth setup from October 31 - November 11.

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

Sun, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Sun, Nov 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.

Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Hand-sew a quilt block each month.

Sun, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple Cathedral Windows quilt. Fabric and sewing tools provided while supplies last.

Challenging Stereotypes and Myths about Native Americans - Presented by Tressa Brown of the Kentucky Heritage Council

Sun, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

With over 500 different nations in the U.S., indigenous cultures are as diverse as all of Europe. Yet, the stereotypes and myths created in the mid 1800's about America's first peoples still persist.

Queer Car Workshop

Sun, Nov 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

An opportunity for LGBTQIA+ people to teach one another about basic car mechanics!

Picture Book Month Celebration - Vote for your favorite picture book DOG character!

Mon, Nov 11, 9:30am - 5:00pm

Central Library

Celebrate the Picture Books and Election Day. The children's department will have a voting booth setup from October 31 - November 11.

Mon, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.

Mon, Nov 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Cancelled

Mon, Nov 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.

Mon, Nov 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.

Preserving Local History - with The Kentucky Room

Mon, 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.

Mon, Nov 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

How well do you know your local history? Listen to a staff member from The Kentucky Room speak on the importance of preserving local history and learn how to access their local history collections!

Mon, Nov 11, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

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.

Adventures in DIY - Embroidery 101

Mon, Nov 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Mon, Nov 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Craft your way to the holidays with this Adventure in DIY Class. We will learn basic embriodery stitches. No prior experience needed. Just bring yourself and get ready to learn a new skill.

Tue, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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.

Take Control of Your Health: Free A1C Diabetes Screening - Provided by the Bluegrass Lions Diabetes Project

Tue, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch

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

Tue, Nov 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room B

November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Join us to get your A1C tested and learn how to manage your blood sugar for a healthier future.

Tue, Nov 12, 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: Explore Fall Leaves

Tue, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Looking for a place to do your homework? Want to hang out with friends or make new ones? Join us at the Tween & Teen Clubhouse after school!

Tue, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore the science behind fall leaves with various hands-on activities! For Grades 3-12.

TeenTuesday - Let's Play Lotería

Tue, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Tue, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study Room

Lotería is traditional Mexican board game, similar to bingo.

Eastside Book Club

Tue, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley

Tue, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Central Library

Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.

Wed, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

DiNovember

Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Preschool paleontologists will dig for dinosaur bones, make fossils, excavate dinosaur eggs, and more!

Wed, Nov 13, 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.

Crafternoon: Dictionary Art

Wed, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Wed, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Make a lovely vintage inspired print using pages from an old dictionary and decorative paper napkins. While supplies last.

Rescheduled

Cook with a Book : Turkey Trouble - Edible Centerpiece

Wed, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New date Saturday, November 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch

To celebrate Picture Book Month, let's cook with a book!

(Soft) Archery Club - for teens

Wed, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! For Grades 3-12.

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Do you volunteer as tribute?

Teen Trivia: Are You Smarter than a Pilgrim?

Wed, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Test your American History knowledge! Come to the Northside Branch to find out: Are You Smarter Than a Pilgrim? Registration recommended, but not required.

Let's Read: Meatballs for Grandpa - With Author Jeanette Fazzari Jones

Wed, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

New venue Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Meet local author Jeanette Fazzari Jones! She will read her book Meatballs for Grandpa and lead hands-on activities. Recommended for grades K-5. In conjunction with LPL After School.

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

Wed, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required.

Poetry Out Loud

Wed, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Poets Unite! Bring poetry you wrote yourself or regale us with your renditions of your favorite poems. Join us for an open forum poetry reading session in the Medium Meeting Room!

Wed, Nov 13, 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.

Thu, Nov 14, 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, Nov 14, 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.

Messy Play Day: Farm Edition

Thu, Nov 14, 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.

Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

Have fun with farm-themed messy and sensory play for toddlers and preschoolers! Dress for mess!

Un-Assigned Reading - Homeschool Book Club

Thu, Nov 14, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Join us for some fun activities and discussion based on our pick of the month! (for middle school level).

Thu, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Preschool Art Start: Dinosaur Art

Thu, 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.

Thu, Nov 14, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Preschoolers and caregivers will celebrate Dinovember and create dinosaur art with a variety of materials and art techniques. For age 3-5 with caregivers.

Homeschool STEAM

Thu, Nov 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn more about science, technology, engineering, arts and math, with hands-on monthly activities! For Grades 3-12

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Nov 14, 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!

Spanish Movies for All Ages

Thu, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

All ages film series, featuring kid-friendly animated films in Spanish. Spanish learning activities provided. Registration is not required.

STEAM Lab Drop In: Explore Fall Leaves

Thu, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Looking for a place to do your homework? Want to hang out with friends or make new ones? Join us at the Tween & Teen Clubhouse after school!

Thu, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore the science behind fall leaves with various hands-on activities! For Grades 3-12.

DIY Candy Sushi

Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Here at Marksbury Family Branch, we will create our very own candy sushi while celebrating and learning about Japanese food culture!

Career Panel: Digital Marketing and UX Design - Learn from professionals in these high-demand fields

Thu, Nov 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

The Lexington Public Library presents a panel of expert practitioners in the highly sought after fields of Digital Marketing and UX Design!

Thu, Nov 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Thu, Nov 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Nov 14, 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 14, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.

Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Nov 15, 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.

Princess Party with Rapunzel

Fri, Nov 15, 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.

Fri, Nov 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join Rapunzel for a princess party filled with stories, music, crafts, and more! Dressing up is encouraged! For ages 3-7! No registration required.

Fri, Nov 15, 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, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Gallery Hop - Fancy and Frugal: Quilts of the Great Depression

Fri, Nov 15, 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.

Fri, Nov 15, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Central Library - Gallery

Food truck, live music, trivia contest, and a new art exhibit.

Trivia Night

Fri, Nov 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Central Library

The answer is 4

Make a "Snackable" Video for Social Media - (YouTube Short, Facebook Reel, TikTok)

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Northside Branch - Digital Studio

Create and edit your own short video for social media using software in the Digital Studio like Canva, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and Capcut.

Dungeons & Dragons

Sat, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 4:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Dungeons & Dragons

Kentucky Legends: Adolph Rupp - Kentucky Chautauqua

Sat, Nov 16, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch

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.

Black Voices Book Club

Sat, Nov 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

A book club dedicated to discussing books by black authors. Join us on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Please contact asipple-mcgraw@lexpublib.org for a reserved library copy of the featured title.

Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Presented by Kentucky Humanities, Ed Smith portrays Adolph Rupp. This program is part of Kentucky Legends, a series exploring our state's culture, history, and lore.

Cook with a Book : Turkey Trouble - Edible Centerpiece

Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch

To celebrate Picture Book Month, let's cook with a book!

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

Sat, Nov 16, 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.

Crafternoon: Dictionary Art

Sat, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Make a lovely vintage inspired print using pages from an old dictionary and decorative paper napkins. While supplies last.

Chess Club

Sat, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area

Join us at Marksbury Family Branch for Chess Club! All are welcome! Beginners, prodigies and everyone in between! Learn strategies and build community!

Sun, Nov 17, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch

Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.

DIY Wood Slice Turkey

Sun, Nov 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

It's turkey season once again and to help with the festivities lets create our very own turkey centerpiece.

Classical Music Sunday - Solo Piano

Sun, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Sun, Nov 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Classical music the third Sunday of every month, September through April. April's performance rescheduled for Sunday, April 13.

Mon, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.

Mon, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Mon, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.

Mon, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 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 Advisory Board

Mon, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Teen Space

Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!

Teen/Tween Cozy Cakes and Coasters

Mon, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

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.

Mon, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Make a pumpkin spice mug cake and decorate a coaster to go along with your mug! Bring your favorite mug or use a provided one while supplies last. For ages 10 and up. No registration required.

Mon, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Tue, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 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.

Eastside Homeschool Hangout - Gratitude and Thanksgiving

Tue, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Eastside Branch

Come join us as we explore the themes of gratitude and Thanksgiving! Get creative with a fun Thanksgiving craft, enjoy some board games, and enjoy the world of robots. Recommended for kids ages 0-7.

Tue, Nov 19, 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: Create a Cardboard City

Tue, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Looking for a place to do your homework? Want to hang out with friends or make new ones? Join us at the Tween & Teen Clubhouse after school!

Tue, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us as we use our creativity to turn the STEAM Lab into a cardboard city! Then next week on November 26th we will have a robot parade through the city. For Grades 3-12.

Teen Tuesday - Escape from Crystal Cove!

Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Tue, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Help Scooby and the Mystery Inc. gang solve their latest mystery, join us in this escape room fun! Registration Required. Teens & Tweens

Film Screening - Fighting Hunger, Feeding Hope

Tue, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Central Library

Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.

Tue, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Part Two of a three-part series marking the sixtieth anniversary of Christian Appalachian Project.

Early Bird Book Discussion Group - This month we will discuss Memory Keeper's Daughter

Wed, Nov 20, 9:30am - 10:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

This group is for anyone and everyone interested in reading and talking about it. If you've been wanting to join a book group, but not sure how find one; this may be the group for you.

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.

Wed, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Family English Learners Book Club

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Art Start Tree Art

Wed, Nov 20, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Explore different ways to make trees. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Dress for mess! No registration required.

Wed, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join our Family English Learners Book Club! We'll read exciting picture books and have fun with activities based on the stories.

Wed, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! For Grades 3-12.

Snack and Paint - Giving Thanks with Vince Guaraldi

Wed, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required.

Wed, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Snack and paint with the Peanuts gang.

Registration opens Friday, November 1 2024 at 9:00am

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

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Senior Social Hour - Operation Mail Call Military Missions

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join other seniors in a relaxed setting to socialize and participate in interactive activities, games or crafts.

Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 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.

Thu, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 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!

Cancelled

STEAM Lab Drop In: Create a Cardboard City

Thu, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch

Looking for a place to do your homework? Want to hang out with friends or make new ones? Join us at the Tween & Teen Clubhouse after school!

Thu, Nov 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us as we use our creativity to turn the STEAM Lab into a cardboard city! Then next week on November 26th we will have a robot parade through the city. For Grades 3-12.

Eastside Dungeons and Dragons

Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons! Beginners and experienced players welcome. Ages 11 & up.

Let's Do a Cupcake War!- Careers in Family Consumer Science - with Tween Academy with UK 4-H Youth Development

Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us for Tween Academy, our monthly program!

Let's Play: The Floor is Lava

Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Oh no! A volcano has erupted in the library and now the floor is lava! Join us for a fun game of imagination, brain teasers & physical activity. Recommended for children ages 6-12.

Fiber Happy Hour

Thu, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch

Bring your own project or just an idea! All fiber crafts are encouraged to join, including knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, weaving, needlepoint, cross-stitch, punch needle, and more. Located at the Makerspace at Eastside Ages 13+ All skill levels welcome.

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Cricut Class

Thu, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Join us to learn how to use the Cricut Maker and make your own custom aprons using Heat Transfer Vinyl. *Class will be taught in English and Spanish. La clase se enseñara en Ingles y Español*

Registration opens Monday, November 11 2024 at 5:00pm

Thu, Nov 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

Thu, Nov 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Check Meowt Book Club - A Street Cat Named Bob

Thu, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 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.

Southland Jamboree - Kentucky Just Us

Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Live bluegrass music the third Thursday of every month, October through April. December's performance rescheduled to December 5.

Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 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.

Designing for the Holidays with Octane Design Studios

Fri, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Northside Branch - Digital Studio

Pass through the seven levels of the candy cane forest in this Elf themed holiday design workshop with Danielle from Octane Design Studios.

Rescheduled

Chair Yoga

Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

New date Saturday, November 30, 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!

Lego Club

Sat, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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. For Grades 3-12

Adventures in DIY - Rope Bowls

Sat, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Craft your own display bowl

Registration opens Monday, November 4 2024 at 9:00am

Let's Read: Meatballs with Grandpa - With Author Jeanette Fazzari Jones

Sat, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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.

LGBT+MtG

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Learn Magic: the Gathering!

Family STEAM Time

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Enjoy a story followed by hands-on STEAM activities. For families with children ages 4 and up. No registration required.

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Meet local author Jeanette Fazzari Jones! She will read her book Meatballs for Grandpa and lead hands-on activities. Recommended for grades K-5.

Keep Calm and Rage On Book Club - A Discussion of The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room

You're invited to bring in your rage as we discuss The Bell Jar, the premier book of Northside's new book club! Registration not required.

Switch It Up Saturday

Sat, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Tates Creek Branch

Happy TeenTober! Vibe in the Tates Creek teen area and play video games!

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

Sat, Nov 23, 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.

Art Attack! - Indigenous Artists

Sat, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library

Join us to learn about a new artist or art form every month, and create a unique work inspired by their style (with a touch of your own!).

Stop Motion Movie Magic! - Create Your Own Animated Story!

Sat, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us to create your own stop motion short film! We will be using Lego minifigures and the Cardboard City our participants created on November 19th and 21st! For grades 3-12

Registration opens Friday, November 1 2024 at 9:00am

Coffee Tasting with A Cup of Common Wealth

Sun, Nov 24, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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, Nov 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Stop by Beaumont for an informational class and coffee tasting with Salvador Sanchez, owner of Lexington coffee shop, A Cup of Common Wealth.

LGBTQ+ Board Game Club - A welcoming and inclusive space for gaming

Sun, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Cancelled

Sun, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch

LGBTQ+ Board game club meeting

Bite Club: A Cookbook Club - India Edition

Sun, Nov 24, 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.

Preschoolers Explore - Richard Scarry

Sun, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Tempur Sealy Children?s Discovery Zone

Explore a beloved creator's books with hands-on activities. For ages 3-5 and their families. No registration required.

Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.

Mon, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Mon, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.

Mon, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.

Make It Mondays - Autumn Crafts

Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

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.

Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Roll up your sleeves and get crafting! Each month, we'll dive into a new, exciting craft. For tweens and teens.

Learn To Paint

Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Learn to paint by following along with videos from YouTube.

Adventure in DIY - Embroidery 101

Mon, Nov 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Mon, Nov 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Craft your way to the holidays with this Adventure in DIY Class. We will learn basic embriodery stitches. No prior experience needed. Just bring yourself and get ready to learn a new skill.

Registration opens Monday, November 11 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 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: Robot Parade

Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Looking for a place to do your homework? Want to hang out with friends or make new ones? Join us at the Tween & Teen Clubhouse after school!

Tue, Nov 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create a parade float for a robot! We will drive our robot parade through the cardboard city we created on November 19th & 21st. For Grades 3-12.

TeenTuesday - Cup-side down

Tue, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Tue, Nov 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch

Participants will not only be turning the other teams? cups the wrong way, they?ll need to make sure they?re turning their own cups back the right direction! It will be a few seconds of chaos.

Tue, Nov 26, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Central Library

Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.

Wed, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Preschool Winter Dance Party

Wed, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join "Preschool Winter Dance Party" for music, movement, and play! Enjoy interactive songs, lively dancing, parachute games, and bubbles!

Family Fossil Hunting

Wed, Nov 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Celebrate DiNovember with some hands-on fossil fun. For families. No registration required.

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

Wed, Nov 27, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! For Grades 3-12.

Wed, Nov 27, 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.

Thu, Nov 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

Thu, Nov 28, 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, Nov 29, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Nov 29, 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, Nov 29, 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.

Fri, Nov 29, 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.