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An Afternoon with Silas House
2024-12-07 14:00:00 2024-12-07 16:00:00 America/New_York An Afternoon with Silas House A discussion with Kentucky Poet Laureate Silas House on his holiday-time short story, "Another Country," followed by a dramatized reading. Book signing to follow, courtesy of Joseph-Beth Booksellers. Central Library - Farish Theater

Saturday, December 07
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-12-07 14:00:00 2024-12-07 16:00:00 America/New_York An Afternoon with Silas House A discussion with Kentucky Poet Laureate Silas House on his holiday-time short story, "Another Country," followed by a dramatized reading. Book signing to follow, courtesy of Joseph-Beth Booksellers. Central Library - Farish Theater

Central Library

Farish Theater

A discussion with Kentucky Poet Laureate Silas House on his holiday-time short story, "Another Country," followed by a dramatized reading. Book signing to follow, courtesy of Joseph-Beth Booksellers.

AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Writing & Authors |

TAGS: | Kentucky Legends |

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Phone: 859-231-5500
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Open STEAM Play
Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Making Friends
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on making friends at school. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Dinovember Party
Thu, Nov 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Preschoolers celebrate Dinovember with dinosaur stories, art, science, and more! For preschooolers with caregivers. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Homeschool STEAM
Thu, Nov 13, 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, art and math, with hands-on monthly activities! For Ages 8-17
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New venue Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
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 - Fall Paper Mosaics
Thu, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to express your creativity while making a fall themed mosaic out of paper! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Kid's Spanish Conversation Group
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Eastside Branch for a 4 week session of a Spanish conversation group!
Geology Rocks!
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Learn about rocks and minerals with hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 5-11. No registration required.
Beginner Cricut Class
Thu, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Join us and learn how to use the Cricut Cutter and create your own custom water bottle. Únase y aprenda como utilizar la cortadora Cricut para crear su propia botella de agua personalizada.
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ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Nature Journal Hang-Out
Thu, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Observe videos of the natural world, then create and reflect! The perfect evening activity for crafters looking to reconnect with nature and their feelings. For families. No registration required.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Jazz at the Library - Jamey Aebersold Quartet
Thu, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Intro to Genealogy
Fri, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Stop by the Beaumont Branch to learn the basics of genealogy, including how to navigate the library version of Ancestry.com.
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Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Family Maker Time - Turkey Tube Craft
Fri, Nov 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Join us to make your own colorful turkey, using craft tubes and other supplies! A fun, hands-on activity for all ages and families.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Nov 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Ms. Nora Williams from Maddoxtown - viewing and discussion with documentarian, Eli Scarr
Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us to to watch this locally produced short film about Lexingtonian, Ms. Nora Williams. A discussion with the filmmaker will follow.
Polymer Clay Basics
Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us at the Eastside Makerspace to learn polymer clay basics. We will be making 1-2 inch figurines with polymer clay. Materials provided, registration not required.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Traditional Music for Kids - Play & listen to fiddles, banjos, dulcimers, and guitars!
Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
Instructors from Pick and Bow, an Appalachian traditional music program, will give a mini-concert, do music related activities and crafts, and teach basic fiddle/banjo/guitar/dulcimer skills to kids.
Sketchbook Meetup - Adult Art Club
Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Do you miss the fun of afterschool art clubs from childhood? Come hang out and sketchbook with us to improve your skills and get in touch with your creativity! All skill levels encouraged!
STEAM Lab Drop In - Fall Paper Mosaics
Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to express your creativity while making a fall themed mosaic out of paper! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Pokémon Trainer Meet Up
Sun, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Meet and hang out with other Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to trade or play, or chill out with a craft. For ages 5 and up. No registration required.
Classical Music Sunday - EKU Guitar Ensemble
Sun, Nov 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live classical music the third Sunday of every month.
UK School Of Interiors Feedback Outreach
Mon, Nov 17, 9:30am - 10:30am
Central Library
Amanda worked with small groups from the UK School of Interiors and provided feedback to help them refine their projects.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Nov 17, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Nov 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Nov 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Nov 17, 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 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Teen Space
Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
New venue Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
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, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Learn to paint by following along with videos from YouTube.
This event is full
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Making Friends
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social and emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on making friends.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 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.
Eastside's Magical Farm Day - Harvest your own apples for apple pie!
Tue, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us for a magical day on the farm! We'll have a pretend apple-picking adventure around the room. After collecting your apples, help us bake a special apple pie craft to take home! Dress for a mess
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, 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.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Nov 18, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Library Social Hour - Healthy Holiday Appetizer Crafts
Tue, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get festive and nourish your body at this hands-on workshop with Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist, Nancy Hiner. Registration recommended.
STEAM Lab Drop In - Cardboard City
Tue, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to use creativity and teamwork to build a mini city out of cardboard! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Calendar Making Workshop
Tue, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for a class on designing, printing, and binding a calendar for the new year. For Ages 13+
This event is full
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Drying Herbs and Winter Uses - UK Horticulture Extension Co-Op Class
Tue, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Join the UK Horticulture Extension Co-Op for a class on using summer herbs throughout the chilly winter months!
Evening Storytime
Tue, Nov 18, 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.
EARLY BIRD BOOK CLUB - Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray
Wed, Nov 19, 9:30am - 10:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Summary She took on titans, battled generals, and changed the world as we know it. Join us to discuss this historical fiction novel about an American heroine, Frances Perkins.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Preschoolers Paint with Spices
Wed, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Have your preschooler experience a multi-sensory activity that engages both sight and smell by painting with spices. For preschoolers and their caregivers. No registration required.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Nov 19, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Little Chef of the Month - Jerk Chicken with Ginger Squash Mash
Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch
Join us at Little Chef of the Month! We'll learn baking, cooking, and healthy eating together. Get ready to mix, bake, and enjoy delicious foods from around the world!
This event is full
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Making Friends - How we promote friendship & inclusivity
Wed, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on how to build friendships and include others.
Never too old for Ya Book Club
Wed, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us for the next meeting of the "Never Too Old for YA Book Club". This month we will be discussing Karen M. McManus' novel, "Such Charming Liars".
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Cult Classics Book Club - 1984 by George Orwell
Wed, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Sixth Brewing
A book club for the strange and unusual.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Making Friends
Thu, Nov 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on developing relationship skills and making friends.
Baby Play Date!
Thu, Nov 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
It can be difficult to meet other caregivers when you have a new baby. Bring your little one to enjoy toys and a craft while meeting new friends! Suggested for babies 0-18 months and their caregivers.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
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 - Cardboard City
Thu, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to use creativity and teamwork to build a mini city out of cardboard! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
New venue Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
Drying Herbs & Winter Uses
Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Master Gardeners for this FREE class. Make ornaments or gifts from your garden!
Kid's Spanish Conversation Group
Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside Branch for a 4 week session of a Spanish conversation group!
Junior Paleontologists
Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us to learn about fossils and uncover some of our very own! Program open to ages 7-12. Registration is required.
Club de Voces Latinxs - Latinxs Voices Book Club - Spanish Book Club - Club de Lectura en Español
Thu, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
New venue Kenwick Table - 201 Owsley Ave, Lexington, KY 40502
Como Agua para Chocolate de Laura Esquivel. Este clásico de la literatura latinoamericana, combina perfectamente una narrativa sobre los personajes en tiempos de la revolución Mexicana.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Nov 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Nov 20, 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.
Check Meowt Book Club - Voyaging Volume One: The Plague Star
Thu, Nov 20, 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 - Dean Osborne Band
Thu, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live bluegrass music the third Thursday of every month, October through April.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Nov 21, 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.
STEAM Storytime
Fri, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us for a fun and interactive STEAM Storytime, where preschoolers will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through engaging stories, hands-on activities, and creative play!
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Nov 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Gallery Hop
Fri, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Opening reception for a new art exhibit.
Gallery Hop
Fri, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library - Gallery
Reception for new exhibit in the Central Library Gallery.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Nov 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Lexington History Museum Presents - "Intersections: 250 Years of Lexington History" (Not Rated)
Sat, Nov 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Five multimedia presentations exploring the complexities of Lexington as a home, a setting, and a character in its residents' lives.
Chair Yoga
Sat, Nov 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Join local yoga instructor Chie Tanaka for a free chair yoga class! This class is aimed at beginners but all experience levels are welcome!
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Hamilton Karaoke - 10th Anniversary Event
Sat, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Be in the Room Where It Happens!
Saturday PaintLab for Kids - Stamp-Tastic Thanksgiving Placemats!
Sat, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Inspired by artist Jessica Swift, we'll make our own stamps and use them to create colorful, one-of-a-kind Thanksgiving placemats!
Lego Club
Sat, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab for Lego fun! We will have a different challenge each month. Recommended for Children 8+ and Families
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Nov 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Make & Chill - Clay Mini Pinch Pots
Sat, Nov 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Join us for our monthly teen drop-in DIY program! This month, we'll be working with clay to make mini pinch pots. (Materials provided while supplies last)
Intro to RPGs
Sat, Nov 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Stop by for an intro to character sheets, die sets and more!
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Bite Club - Sandwich Edition
Sun, Nov 23, 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.
Veterans Month Special Presentation - Our Part: Lexington's Greatest Generation
Sun, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Documentary Showing & Presentation
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Nov 24, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Baby Social Time
Mon, Nov 24, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Babies will socialize with their peers and build their developmental skills with themes that rotate monthly. Recommended for babies 0-36months and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Nov 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Nov 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Conflict Resolution and Sharing
Mon, Nov 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on conflict resolution and sharing. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Nov 24, 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.
Sensory Friendly Play - Things That Go!
Mon, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for sensory play that is inclusive for all abilities and fun for everyone! Designed for children with a developmental age of approximately 2-5 years. ALL children are welcome!
Wicked Watercolors - for teens
Mon, Nov 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Pink! Green! Get messy, and paint a scene from Wicked. Registration required. For teens 13 - 17
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Conflict Resolution and Sharing
Tue, Nov 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on conflict resolution and sharing. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Nov 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.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Nov 25, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Cancelled
Library Social Hour - Make a Wax Sachet
Tue, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
A wax sachet is a natural air freshener comprised of soy wax, dried flowers, herbs and spices, and essential oils. Materials provided but may be limited. This hour is for adults. Try something new!
STEAM Lab Drop In - Robot Parade
Tue, Nov 25, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in to make a mini parade float for a robot! We will drive our bots in a parade through the cardboard city we created on 11/18 & 11/20. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Teen Tuesday: SUMINAGASHI (Ink floating)
Tue, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Join us for SUMINAGASHI also known as ink floating or cloud art. We'll take ink drop it into water to create one of kind designs. Dress for a mess. No registration required, while supplies last.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Nov 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Nov 25, 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.
After Hours Teen Takeover - Extreme Hide & Seek
Tue, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room
Explore the library after it closes with an extreme game of hide and seek! Registration required. Ages 13+
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Nov 26, 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.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Nov 26, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Nov 26, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Explore Thanksgiving Science
Wed, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,Large Meeting Room
Get ready for Thanksgiving with experiments and games. For ages 5 to 11. No reservations required.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Nov 27, 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!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Nov 27, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Nov 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Nov 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Nov 28, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Nov 28, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Nov 28, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Nov 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Horror Murder Movie Clubs - Lifeforce (R)
Sat, Nov 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Space vampires, you say?
Hooked on Books - Short Stories
Sat, Nov 29, 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.
Sunday Classics - 1984 (R)
Sun, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A monthly Sunday matinee
Eastside Children's Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Dec 01, 9:00am - 10:00am
Eastside Branch
Stop by the Children's Department to participate in a scavenger hunt. Images will be hidden around the department and it's up to you to find them all! Scavenger hunts will change throughout the month.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Dec 01, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Dec 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Conflict Resolution and Sharing
Tue, Dec 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social and emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on solving conflicts and sharing.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Dec 02, 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.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Dec 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Eastside Book Club - Reading Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma
Tue, Dec 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
All are welcome whether you finished the book or not! This month's pick is Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma by Claire Dederer
Evening Storytime
Tue, Dec 02, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Dec 03, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Dec 03, 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.
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Dec 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Conflict Resolution and Sharing -
Wed, Dec 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on how to share and resolve conflicts.
Paws to Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Wed, Dec 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Dec 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Dining With Diabetes - Moving Toward Mediterranean
Thu, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
information, education and follow up for participants of the September Dining with Diabetes series of programs.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Conflict Resolution and Sharing
Thu, Dec 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on relationship skills, conflict resolution and sharing.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 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!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Mystery Book Club - Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers
Thu, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Calling all mystery lovers! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers" by Jesse Q Sutanto.
Southland Jamboree - Liberty Road
Thu, Dec 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live bluegrass music the third Thursday of every month, October through April.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Dec 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Dec 05, 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.
Holiday Family Portrait & Holiday Cards Drop-In
Sat, Dec 06, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch
Join us for free family photos and create your own holiday cards using our festive templates!
Cookie and Craft!
Sat, Dec 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library
Join us to make a holiday craft, have a cookie, and find a window spot to watch the parade on Main Street!
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Dec 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Story Area
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
Adult Crafternoon - Wood Slice Decor
Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Get crafty at Eastside!
Watercolor Club - Paint With Us!
Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Watercolor painting club with a lesson each month suitable for beginners and anyone who just wants to hang out and paint with us. For adults & older teens. Registration required. 2 - 3:30 PM
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Paws to Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a Quilt Block a Month
Sun, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Quilting materials provided while supplies last. Hand sewing required. Please register and plan to attend.
Cancelled
Sunday Stitching
Sun, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch
Do you enjoy cross-stitch, crochet, knitting, embroidery, or sewing? Grab your current project and join us every fourth Sunday for social stitching! All skill levels welcome.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Social Time
Mon, Dec 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Babies will socialize with their peers and build their developmental skills with themes that rotate monthly. Recommended for babies 0-36months and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Dec 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Empathy and Kindness
Mon, Dec 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on empathy and kindness. No registration required. 
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Dec 08, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Dec 09, 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, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Empathy and Kindness
Tue, Dec 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on empathy and kindness. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Dec 09, 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.
Teen Tuesday: Holiday Terracotta Planters
Tue, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Together we'll get in the holiday spirit and paint terracotta planters festive and bright. No registration required. Limited supplies.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Dec 10, 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, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Dec 10, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Crafternoon: Paper Poinsettias
Wed, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Make a small, potted, paper version of the popular plant for winter. While supplies last.
Holiday Nature Ornaments - with Raven Run Nature Sanctuary
Wed, Dec 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch
Celebrate the season with us by creating holiday nature ornaments!
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Dec 10, 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.
STEM & Stuff - Squishy Circuits
Wed, Dec 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Teens and tweens are welcome to join Northside's monthly STEM club. We're learning about electricity this month with squishy circuits! Registration recommended.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Dec 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Blue Grass True Crime Book Club - The Murder of Marion Miley
Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
A Book Club of Kentucky Crime
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Empathy and Kindness
Thu, Dec 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on empathy and kindness. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 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!
Rescheduled
Gingerbread House Making Mania!
Thu, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Saturday, December 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch
All children are invited to foster their creativity by making and decorating gingerbread houses here at Eastside Branch!
Read & Create
Thu, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Join our fun book club where kids can share their favorite reads & create literature inspired art.
Coffee Shop Science
Thu, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Cozy up at our coffee shop where we'll serve up some science experiments using hot cocoa, marshmallows, and more! For ages 5 to 12. No registration required.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Dec 12, 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, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Saturday PaintLab for Kids - 3D holiday pop-up card!
Sat, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch
Join us this month to create your very own 3D winter holiday pop-up card! Supplies are limited. Open to kids ages 5 and up. No registration required.
Crafternoon: Paper Poinsettias
Sat, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Make a small, potted, paper version of the popular plant for winter. While supplies last.
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