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ESOL-English Conversation Group

Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
2024-07-17 17:30:00 2024-07-17 18:30:00 America/New_York ESOL-English Conversation Group 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. Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Wednesday, July 17
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-17 17:30:00 2024-07-17 18:30:00 America/New_York ESOL-English Conversation Group 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. Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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.

Este es un ambiente divertido e informal para practicar y mejorar tu inglés. Participantes de todos los niveles de inglés, son bienvenidos. Tenemos un nuevo tema para cada reunión. Para hispanohablantes.

This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English. Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting. For Spanish speakers.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | GED & Adult Education | ESL & Languages | Cultures & Traditions |

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Marksbury Family Branch
Phone: 859-231-5500
Hours
Mon, Aug 19 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Aug 20 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Aug 21 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Aug 22 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Aug 23 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 24 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 25 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Marksbury Family Branch is located at the intersection of Versailles Road and Village Drive.

Upcoming Events

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Aug 25, 1:30pm - 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.
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Sun, Aug 25, 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
Not Too Old For Neverland Book Club: Adults Reading Kidlit
Sun, Aug 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Are you an adult who likes to read children's books? Together we will find that door to fairyland, ask interesting questions, and get to know some children's books.
ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Aug 26, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Aug 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Aug 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Aug 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Aug 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.
U.S. Citizenship Class
Mon, Aug 26, 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.
Learn To Paint
Mon, Aug 26, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Learn to paint by following along with videos. Paints, brushes, and canvas will be provided.
Registration is now closed
Make It Monday: Crochet 101 - Granny Squares
Mon, Aug 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Want to learn the basics of crochet? In this session, we will be tackling one of the fundamental projects of crochet---granny squares! Hooks and yarn will be provided!
Intermediate ESOL - English on the Small Screen
Mon, Aug 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension and conversation practice. For adults.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Aug 27, 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.
Beaumont Book Discussion Group
Tue, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
The title selected for August 27 is "Daisy Darker" by Alice Feeney.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 27, 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.
Cancelled
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Aug 27, 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.
Un-Assigned Reading - Homeschool Book Club
Tue, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us for some fun activities and discussion based on our pick of the month! (for middle school level)
Bright Beginnings Music with Wildwood Music Therapy
Tue, Aug 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Create and practice using musical tools to improve skills like communication, transitions, healthy movement, and emotional regulation! For preschoolers age 3-5 and caregivers.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Aug 27, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Mini Playground Design
Tue, Aug 27, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about simple machines by creating your own miniature playground. For Grades 3-12.
Cancelled
Book Binding - Hand-Bound Memo Books
Tue, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Eastside Branch
Join us at the Eastside Makerspace to learn hand stitch book binding!
Let's Make! - Bottle Cap Crab
Tue, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Let's create our own art using bottle caps and glue.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Aug 27, 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.
Film Screening - Called to the Mountains
Tue, Aug 27, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Part One of a three-part series marking the sixtieth anniversary of Christian Appalachian Project.
ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Aug 28, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Aug 28, 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.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Aug 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Aug 28, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Makerspace Open Studio
Wed, Aug 28, 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.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Wed, Aug 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your curiosity and creativity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! For Grades 3-12.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Aug 28, 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.
Young Adult Sensory Hour
Wed, Aug 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Eastside Branch - Teen Space
Come hang out in a sensory friendly space!
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Aug 28, 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.
Giant Game Night!
Wed, Aug 28, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Reference Area
Join us for a game night of epic proportions!
Blue Grass True Crime Book Club - The Ashland Tragedy
Wed, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
A captivating true story of one of the darkest chapters in Kentucky history.
Healthy Living With Diabetes: 4-Part Series - presented by the LFUCG Health Department
Thu, Aug 29, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Work with a diabetes care and education specialist to set and track goals. Practice how to fit diabetes care into your daily routine. Find ways to get support (in person and online).
Register
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Aug 29, 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.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Aug 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 29, 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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Thu, Aug 29, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Aug 29, 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: Mini Playground Design
Thu, Aug 29, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about simple machines by creating your own miniature playground. For Grades 3-12.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Sublimation Class
Thu, Aug 29, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Join us to create a custom designed sublimated mug! ¡Únase para crear una taza sublimada de diseño personalizado! Class is taught in English and Spanish. La clase se enseñara en Ingles y Español.
This event is full
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Thu, Aug 29, 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
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Aug 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Aug 30, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Aug 30, 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.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Aug 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Aug 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Makerspace Open Studio
Fri, Aug 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.
3D Printed Photos Session #2
Sat, Aug 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch
Learn the basics of photoshop and 3D printing in the Northside Digital Studio! Bring a photo (digital or physical) from your summer, and we'll teach you how to turn it into a 3D printed keepsake.
This event is full
Classic Movie Series - Some Like It Hot
Sat, Aug 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Stop by Central for a screening of a classic movie in the Farish Theater!
No-Tech Tetris - Make Your Own Magnetic Tetris Set!
Sat, Aug 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Join us to make your own magnetic Tetris set! Perfect for your locker, desk, table, dorm, fridge, or any other surface. (for teens and tweens, while supplies last)
Classic Movie Series - Singin' in the Rain
Sun, Sep 01, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Stop by Central for a screening of a classic movie in the Farish Theater!
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Sun, Sep 01, 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
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Sep 01, 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.
Bite Club: A Cookbook Club for Food Lovers - Get Stuffed Edition
Sun, Sep 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium 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.
Adventures in DIY - Yarn Animals
Sun, Sep 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Instructor led class making animals with yarn
Family STEAM Time
Sun, Sep 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Enjoy a story followed by hands-on STEAM activities. For families with children ages 4 and up. No registration required.
U.S. Citizenship Class
Mon, Sep 02, 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.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 03, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Sep 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby University - Book Club and Social Hour
Tue, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us as we read Eating the Alphabet by Lois Ehlert and discuss healthy eating habits and introducing solid food to your baby.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Digital Art
Tue, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create digital art with iPads and Apple Pencils. For Grades 3-12.
Teen Tuesday - Anime & Manga Club
Tue, Sep 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study Room,Teen Treehouse
Anime and Manga club: we'll meet discuss our favorite mangakas, series, make crafts, and snack a bit. while supplies last.
Eastside Book Club
Tue, Sep 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us as we discuss Bone Gap by Laura Ruby
Evening Storytime
Tue, Sep 03, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Sep 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 04, 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.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Sep 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 04, 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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Wed, Sep 04, 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.
Art Start: Wild About Art!
Wed, Sep 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate National Wildlife Day by making some art inspired by on your favorite animal friends! For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Dress for mess! No registration required.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Wed, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your curiosity and creativity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! For Grades 3-12.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Sep 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required.
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Sep 04, 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.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Wed, Sep 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 05, 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.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Sep 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Sep 05, 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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Thu, Sep 05, 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.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Sep 05, 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: Digital Art
Thu, Sep 05, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create digital art with iPads and Apple Pencils. For Grades 3-12.
Teens Vote! - with Civic Lex & the League of Women Voters
Thu, Sep 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
First time voting? Not sure where to go or how to pick your ballots?
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Thu, Sep 05, 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
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Sep 05, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Sep 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Sep 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Sep 06, 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.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Sep 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Sep 06, 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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Fri, Sep 06, 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.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Fri, Sep 06, 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.
Sewing into Korean Dress: Hanbok!
Sat, Sep 07, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us for sewing classes to learn about sewing and Korean culture. We will make simple versions of the traditional Korean dress, the Hanbok.
Registration is now closed
Toddler Art Start: Macaroni Art and Hispanic Heritage
Sat, Sep 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us for "Toddler Art Start: Macaroni Art and Hispanic Heritage" where toddlers will create vibrant, hands-on macaroni art celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and the traditional art and culture.
Explore: Sensory Social Time
Sat, Sep 07, 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!
Rescheduled
Disney Pin Trading Event
Sat, Sep 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
New date Saturday, September 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastside Branch
Disney Pin Trading Event--Let's do some more trading!
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Sep 07, 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.
A Talk with Jim Embry - We Are the Seeds of Our Ancestors' Dreams
Sat, Sep 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
Join 2023 James Beard Leadership Award winner Jim Embry for an engaging and inspirational conversation about sustainable communities and food justice.
Hooked on Books -Locked Room Mysteries
Sat, Sep 07, 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.
Chess Club
Sat, Sep 07, 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!
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Sun, Sep 08, 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
Comida y Cuentos/ Snacks and Stories
Sun, Sep 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
Have a snack while you read, sing, and play in both English and Spanish. For families. No registration required.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Sep 08, 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.
Queer Car Workshop
Sun, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
An opportunity for LGBTQIA+ people to teach one another about basic car mechanics!
ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Sep 09, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 09, 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.
Classic Movie Series - The Royal Tenenbaums
Mon, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Stop by Central for a screening of a classic movie in the Farish Theater!
U.S. Citizenship Class
Mon, Sep 09, 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.
Intermediate ESOL - English on the Small Screen
Mon, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension and conversation practice. For adults.
Informational: Construction Trades Learning Program - Interested in learning a skilled trade?
Mon, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Attend an informational meeting to learn more about the library's new self-paced online construction trades learning program. Application process will be discussed. Registration required. 
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 10, 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.
Beaumont Book Discussion Group
Tue, Sep 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
The title selected for September 10 is "Small Mercies" by Dennis Lehane.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Sep 10, 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.
Tween & Teen Clubhouse
Tue, Sep 10, 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!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Play Sports with Robots
Tue, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to play sports with robots! We will use Spheros to play soccer, Ozobots to play football and more. For Grades 3-12.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
TeenTuesday - DIY Honey Body Scrub
Tue, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Let's learn make a sugar and honey scrub that's simple and good for your skin.
Teen Craft: Clay Dragon Eyes
Tue, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Teens and tweens can drop in to the Beaumont Branch to sculpt dragon eyes out of air dry clay! Materials provided while supplies last.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Sep 10, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Sep 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 11, 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.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Sep 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 11, 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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Wed, Sep 11, 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.
Crafternoon - Patterned Paper Wreaths
Wed, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
A simple yet pretty indoor wreath in fall-patterned paper to get into the spirit of autumn! While supplies last. No registration required.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Wed, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your curiosity and creativity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! For Grades 3-12.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Sep 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required.
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Sep 11, 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.
Adventures in DIY - Classical Snack and Paint
Wed, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Celebrate classical music month as you snack and paint to tunes by Dvorak, Vivaldi and more!
Registration opens Sunday, September 1 2024 at 9:00am
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 12, 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.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Sep 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Sep 12, 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.
Preschool Art Start - Dot Day Fun
Thu, Sep 12, 11:00am - 11:45am
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Budding preschool artists and their caregivers can explore art using a variety of materials and styles.
Un-Assigned Reading - Homeschool Book Club
Thu, Sep 12, 12:45pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us for some fun activities and discussion based on our pick of the month! (for middle school level).
Makerspace Open Studio
Thu, Sep 12, 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.
Homeschool STEAM
Thu, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 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, Sep 12, 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.
Cancelled
Tween & Teen Clubhouse
Thu, Sep 12, 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!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Play Sports with Robots
Thu, Sep 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to play sports with robots! We will use Spheros to play soccer, Ozobots to play football and more. For Grades 3-12.
Let's Read: Radiant Child by Javaka Steptoe
Thu, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by listening to the story "Radiant Child" by Javaka Steptoe and paint a mural inspired by Jean Michele Basquiat. Recommended for families with children ages 6+
Tween Academy with UK 4-H Youth Development - Careers in Agriculture-Let's Make Soy Lip Balm!
Thu, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch
Join us for Tween Academy, our monthly program!
Adulting 101
Thu, Sep 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Life doesn't come with instructions, but we can help! Whether you're new to living on your own or planning to leave the nest soon, come learn about different life skills at this series of workshops.
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Thu, Sep 12, 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
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Sep 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Informational: Construction Trades Learning Program - Interested in learning a skilled trade?
Thu, Sep 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Attend an informational meeting to learn more about the library's new self-paced online construction trades learning program. Application process will be discussed. Registration required. 
Mystery Community
Thu, Sep 12, 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 "The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels" by Janice Hallett.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Sep 12, 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 - Michael Cruse and Threo
Thu, Sep 12, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Sep 13, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Sep 13, 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.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Sep 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Sep 13, 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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Fri, Sep 13, 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.
Horror Murder Movie Club - Freddy vs. Jason
Fri, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A Special Friday the 13th Treat
Preschoolers Explore: Eastside Construction Crew
Fri, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us for "Preschoolers Explore: Eastside Construction Site" where kids will build with blocks, magnatiles, Lincoln logs, and more, fostering creativity and fun!
Create: Lucky Crafts
Fri, Sep 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Does Friday the 13th have you feeling nervous? Come relax and make some crafts meant to bring good luck! For ages 6-12. No registration required.
Create: Open Studio - Medieval Stained Glass
Sat, Sep 14, 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.
Sewing into Korean Dress: Hanbok!
Sat, Sep 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace,Children's Program Room
Join us for sewing classes to learn about sewing and Korean culture. We will make simple versions of the traditional Korean dress, the Hanbok.
Registration is now closed
Horror Murder Movie Club - Ravenous
Sat, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
You are who you eat.
Crafternoon - Patterned Paper Wreaths
Sat, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
A simple yet pretty indoor wreath in fall-patterned paper to get into the spirit of autumn! While supplies last. No registration required.
Teen STEAM - Bullet Journaling, Bracelets, and Data Science
Sat, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about using bullet journals to track personally meaningful data in fun and creative ways. For middle and high school. Registration recommended.
Cozy Cottagecore Book Club
Sat, Sep 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room
If you are an enthusiast of reading anything cozy, charming, whimsical, heartwarming and cottagecore - then this is a club for you! For adults.
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Sun, Sep 15, 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
Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Hand-sew a quilt block each month.
Sun, Sep 15, 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.
This event is full
Classical Music Sunday - The Four Seasons by Antonio Vivaldi
Sun, Sep 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live classical music the third Sunday of every month.
ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Sep 16, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 16, 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.
Learn about Tenant and landlord Rights, Laws and Protections - Kentucky Fair Housing Council and Legal Aid of the Bluegrass
Mon, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Representatives from Kentucky Fair Housing Council and Legal Aid of the Bluegrass will present information and answer questions about Rental Housing issues in Lexington and Central Kentucky.
Teen Advisory Board
Mon, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Teen Space
Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!
U.S. Citizenship Class
Mon, Sep 16, 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.
Learn about Tenant and landlord Rights, Laws and Protections - Kentucky Fair Housing Council and Legal Aid of the Bluegrass
Mon, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Representatives from Kentucky Fair Housing Council and Legal Aid of the Bluegrass will present information and answer questions about Rental Housing issues in Lexington and Central Kentucky.
Intermediate ESOL - English on the Small Screen
Mon, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension and conversation practice. For adults.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 17, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Sep 17, 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.
Homeschool Hangout
Tue, Sep 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Discover the beauty of nature as the seasons change. Enjoy stories about the great outdoors and engage in leaf crafts and nature scavenger hunts.
Tween & Teen Clubhouse
Tue, Sep 17, 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!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Ocean Cleanup Challenge
Tue, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about ocean pollution while we create devices that will cleanup an "ocean" in a tub. For Grades 3-12.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Teen Tuesday - Paint Party: Hispanic Heritage Month Edition
Tue, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Come and celebrate Hispanic heritage month, we'll jam to our favorite Latine artist and try to recreate Adrian Hernandez AKA Ugly Primo's iconic album artwork for Un Verano SIn Ti.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Sep 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 18, 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.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Sep 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 18, 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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Wed, Sep 18, 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.
Preschoolers Explore Libraries
Wed, Sep 18, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Learn about libraries with fun activities and lots of pretend play! Make your own pretend library card! For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. No registration required.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Wed, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your curiosity and creativity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! For Grades 3-12.
Discover: Mexico's Volcanoes
Wed, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with science! We'll also discover legends about Mexico's volcanoes. For grades K-5. No reservations required.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Sep 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required.
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Sep 18, 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
Thu, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join other seniors in a relaxed setting to socialize and participate in interactive activities, games or crafts.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 19, 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.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Sep 19, 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.
Explore: Messy Play!
Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Have fun with messy play for toddlers and preschoolers! Dress for mess!
Makerspace Open Studio
Thu, Sep 19, 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.
Preschool Art Start: Pablo Picasso with Paint and Playdough
Thu, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Preschoolers will create art with paint and playdough inspired by Spanish artist Pablo Picasso to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Recommended for children age 3-5 and caregivers.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Sep 19, 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: Ocean Cleanup Challenge
Thu, Sep 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about ocean pollution while we create devices that will cleanup an "ocean" in a tub. For Grades 3-12.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Sep 19, 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.
Little Chef of the Month
Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Get ready to mix, bake, and enjoy delicious foods from around the world! This month we will learn how to pack our own lunches. Registration Required. For tweens (8-12).
Registration opens Sunday, September 1 2024 at 9:00am
Fiber Happy Hour
Thu, Sep 19, 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.
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Thu, Sep 19, 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
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Sep 19, 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 - The Black Cat & Other Tales by Edgar Allan Poe
Thu, Sep 19, 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.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Sep 20, 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.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Sep 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Sep 20, 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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Fri, Sep 20, 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.
Gallery Hop - Walk the Willow
Fri, Sep 20, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library - Gallery
Green wood sculpture by Justin Roberts.
Trivia Night
Fri, Sep 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
Central Library Trivia IN 3D!
Forensics: The Science of Crime
Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Provided by the Cincinnati Museum Center
Registration opens Friday, September 6 2024 at 9:30am
Special Topics in Family History Research - Mining Chancery Court Records with Jessica Herrington
Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Kentucky Court records are filled with invaluable history about our state's past, its inhabitants, and its events. Learn how to research Chancery or equity court records to learn details.
Best Practices for Preserving Family Media
Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Join Alyssa Ollier from the Kentucky Historical Society for this workshop covering basic digitization and digital preservation.
Create! Sparkling Suncatchers
Sat, Sep 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Make a beautiful suncatcher with sparkling beads and special beads that change color in the sun! Learn how those special beads work.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 4:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Dungeons & Dragons
Forensics: The Science of Crime
Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Analyze human skull replicas to determine the sex and ethnicity of a fictional victim.
Registration opens Monday, August 26 2024 at 9:00am
Black Voices Book Club
Sat, Sep 21, 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.
Cancelled
Black Voices Book Club
Sat, Sep 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Eastside Branch
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.
Kentucky Legends: Jean Ritchie - Kentucky Chautauqua
Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Presented by Kentucky Humanities, Rachel Lee Rogers portrays Jean Ritchie. This program is part of Kentucky Legends, a series exploring our state's culture, history, and lore.
Disney Pin Trading Event
Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New venue Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Disney Pin Trading Event--Let's do some more trading!
Chess Club
Sat, Sep 21, 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!
Forenscis - The Science of Crime
Sat, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
Provided by the Cincinnati Museum Center
Registration opens Saturday, September 7 2024 at 9:00am
Classic Movie Series - Amores Perros
Sun, Sep 22, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Stop by Central for a screening of a classic movie in the Farish Theater for Hispanic Heritage Month!
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Sun, Sep 22, 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
Adventures in DIY - Paw Print String Art
Sun, Sep 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Celebrate your furry friend by making string art dedicated to them!
Registration opens Sunday, September 15 2024 at 9:00am
Not Too Old For Neverland Book Club: Adults Reading Kidlit
Sun, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Are you an adult who likes to read children's books? Together we will find that door to fairyland, ask interesting questions, and get to know some children's books.
ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Sep 23, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 23, 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.
Make It Monday: Crochet 101 - Granny Squares
Mon, Sep 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Want to learn the basics of crochet? In this session, we will be tackling one of the fundamental projects of crochet---granny squares! Hooks and yarn will be provided!
Intermediate ESOL - English on the Small Screen
Mon, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension and conversation practice. For adults.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 24, 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.
Beaumont Book Discussion Group
Tue, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
The title selected for September 24 is "How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water" by Angie Cruz.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Sep 24, 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.
Tween & Teen Clubhouse
Tue, Sep 24, 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!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Geometric Line Art
Tue, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore math with art! We will create colorful art using rulers and lines. For Grades 3-12.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
TeenTuesday - Paint Your Own Cantarito de Barro
Tue, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage month as we paint our own cantaritos de barro.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Sep 24, 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.
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