Classical Music Sunday

Thu, Dec 26, 9:30am - 7:00pm

Central Library

Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.

Thu, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Thu, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Thu, Dec 26, 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 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Thu, Dec 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!

Cancelled

ESOL Beginning English Classes

Thu, Dec 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch

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

Thu, Dec 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Fri, Dec 27, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Central Library

Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.

Fri, Dec 27, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Fri, Dec 27, 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.

Teen/Tween Calming Crafts

Fri, Dec 27, 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.

The Big Family Build

Fri, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Use giant MagnaTiles, Lincoln Logs, and other toys for construction fun. For families. No registration required.

Fri, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Need to calm down? Come make some picky slime and calming jars and just relax! For teens and tweens. No registration required.

Tween Candy Science

Fri, Dec 27, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

What's more fun than candy? Experimenting with candy! All materials provided while supplies last.

Fri, Dec 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.

Family Noon Year's Eve Dance Party

Sat, Dec 28, 9:30am - 5:00pm

Central Library

Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.

Sat, Dec 28, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Children and caregivers celebrate the new year with with a dance party, light show, balloons, party favors, and a countdown. Quiet activity room also provided.

Horror Murder Movie Club - Anna and the Apocalypse

Sat, Dec 28, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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

Lego Club

Sat, Dec 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab for Lego fun! We will have a different challenge each month. Recommended for families and children 8+

Sat, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Celebrate Christmas with the Apocalypse

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

Sat, Dec 28, 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.

Hooked on Books - Trilogies Pt. 3

Sat, Dec 28, 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.

Family New Year's Eve STEAM

Sat, Dec 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Get ready for New Year's Eve with STEAM activities for the whole family! Create confetti poppers, design a New Year's Eve hat and more!

Sun, Dec 29, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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

ESOL Beginning English Classes

Sun, Dec 29, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library

Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.

Cancelled

Sun, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Northside Branch

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

ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Dec 30, 9:30am - 7:00pm

Central Library

Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.

Cancelled

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

Marksbury Family Branch

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

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

Northside Branch

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

Mon, Dec 30, 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.

Winter Break Meditation - for teens

Mon, Dec 30, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Mon, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

New venue Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room,Medium Meeting Room

Take a deep breath, and craft.

Hanukkah Pajama Party

Mon, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library

No matter what you celebrate, join us to learn about Hanukkah! Wear your pajamas and enjoy games, crafts, and other fun! For ages 4-10.

Egg Drop

Mon, Dec 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create a structure that will keep an egg from breaking when dropped from the fifth floor of the library! For Ages 8-17. Registration is required.

Intermediate ESOL - English on the Small Screen

Mon, Dec 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Tue, Dec 31, 9:30am - 5:00pm

Central Library

Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.

Cancelled

Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch

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

Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Dec 31, 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.

Noon Years Eve Party!

Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Ring in the New Year with fun games, crafts, and activities, all leading up to the big countdown to 12 noon! For families. No registration required.

Teen Tuesday - Escape from Crystal Cove!

Tue, Dec 31, 11:30am - 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.

Teen Laser Tag

Tue, Dec 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come to the Northside Branch for laser tag! For teens and tweens only.

Tue, Dec 31, 2:00pm - 3:35pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

New Year Around the World - with Balloon Drop & Tea!

Tue, Dec 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Let's celebrate the New Year with traditions from around the world!

January Adult Reading Challenge

Tue, Dec 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Thu, Jan 02, All day

Beaumont Branch

Attention book loving adults! Stop by the Beaumont front desk or the New Book Display Wall to pick up a BINGO card for our January reading challenge!

Thu, Jan 02, 9:30am - 7:00pm

Central Library

Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.

Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families

Thu, Jan 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Thu, Jan 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jan 02, 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.

Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses

Thu, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab,Meeting Room D

Join us to build a winter wonderland with graham crackers and icing! Recommended for ages 8-17. Registration Required

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Jan 02, 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!

DIY Vision Boards

Thu, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Plan out the new year and manifest your goals with building a vision board! Together, we will build a collage of our favorite things that you will be able to take home!

The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club

Thu, Jan 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Rescheduled

Thu, Jan 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

New date Thursday, January 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch

Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "Zero Days" by Ruth Ware.

Thu, Jan 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Fri, Jan 03, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Central Library

Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.

Fri, Jan 03, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Fri, Jan 03, 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.

Ice Cold Science with Jason Lindsey

Fri, Jan 03, 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.

Fri, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Join America's "Mr. Science" for some of the coolest ice-cold science experiments! Kid scientists will engineer a frosty cloud with ice that doesn't melt, along with many other cool experiments!

Lego Day

Fri, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 4:45pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Farish Theater

Join us in the Children's Department for a day of Lego fun! We will build with Lego starting at 2PM and at 3PM we will go down to the Farish Theater to watch a Lego Movie! For children & families.

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

Fri, Jan 03, 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.

Open Studio - Soft Sculpture

Sat, Jan 04, 9:30am - 5:00pm

Central Library

Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.

Sat, Jan 04, 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.

Printmaking on Tote Bags - Block Printing on Fabric

Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families

Chair Yoga

Sat, Jan 04, 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!

Sat, Jan 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Printmaking on tote bags at the Eastside Makerspace!

This event is full

Sat, Jan 04, 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, Jan 04, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.

Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Cozy Movement and Mindfulness

Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Needing to give your brain a break? Join us for a cozy series of stretches and a meditation in the Large Meeting Room! Bring a blanket, a pillow, dress comfy, and get ready for a relaxing reset!

Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a quilt block a month

Sun, Jan 05, 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.

Cancelled

Sun, Jan 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch

Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Materials provided while supplies last. Please register and plan to attend.

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

Sun, Jan 05, 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.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

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

Mon, Jan 06, 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

Kindergarten Life Skills: - Big Feelings

Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont 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 big feelings.

Let's Build a Sketchbook! - Beginner-Friendly Bookbinding

Mon, Jan 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Build a sketchbook from scratch using a Coptic stitch bookbinding method. Beginner-friendly. Ages 16+. Please register prior to this event.

Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

STEAM Lab Drop In: Snowflake Art

Tue, Jan 07, 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

Tue, Jan 07, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about how snowflakes are formed & create a snowflake art piece! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Chess Club

Tue, Jan 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area

Join us at Marksbury Family Branch for recreational Chess Club! Here, you can build community, learn strategies and have fun playing chess. All ages are welcome!

Teen Tuesday - Board Game Night

Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Rescheduled

Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

New date Tuesday, January 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch

Play all kinds of board games, and hang out with friends. Teens & Tweens No registration required.

Eastside Book Club

Tue, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss The Push by Ashley Audrain!

Evening Storytime

Tue, Jan 07, 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 Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

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

Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 08, 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.

Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Wed, Jan 08, 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

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

Wed, Jan 08, 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.

Let's Play: Giant Games

Wed, Jan 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come play "giant" versions of famous games such as tic-tac-toe, connect4, and more! Ages 2-8 welcome!

KRM Citizenship Class

Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 08, 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.

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

Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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

Cult Classics Club - Book Discussion: Fight Club

Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

West Sixth Brewing

Do you like the strange and the unusual? Are you strange and unusual? Then join us for our new Cult Classics Club!

Thu, Jan 09, 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

Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Thu, Jan 09, 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.

Kindergarten Life Skills: Big Feelings

Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

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 big feelings!

Un-Assigned Reading - Homeschool Book Club

Thu, Jan 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

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

Preschoolers Melting Ice Sculptures

Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Preschoolers and caregivers will experiment with ice to create colorful melting ice sculptures.

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Jan 09, 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.

Homeschool STEAM

Thu, Jan 09, 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! Recommended for ages 8-17

Thu, Jan 09, 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: Snowflake Art

Thu, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about how snowflakes are formed & create a snowflake art piece! Recommended for ages 8-17.

The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club

Thu, Jan 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Bad Art Club!

Thu, Jan 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Teens and tweens can stop by Northside Branch the second Thursday of every month for - Bad Art Club! There will be music and art supplies of all kinds. The goal? Create the worst art you can!

Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room

Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "Zero Days" by Ruth Ware.

Thu, Jan 09, 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, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.

Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Fri, Jan 10, 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.

Preschool Obstacle Course

Fri, Jan 10, 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.

Rescheduled

Fri, Jan 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

New date Friday, January 31, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

Develop gross motor skills while climbing a variety of objects. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers. No registration required.

Canva Basics - Unlock Your Creative Potential with Canva!

Fri, Jan 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.

Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Learn how to create basic flyers, designs and content. Use Canva like a pro straight from your laptop to your phone. Ages 13+. All skill levels welcome.

This event is full

Lexington Bluegrass Gem and Mineral Club Open House - Show and Tell

Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families

Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room

A family friendly event which includes a Fluorescent Tent with glowing minerals, Lapidary demonstrations (trimming and cabbing), Gem Tree making, Microminerals with microscopes, and Mineral displays.

Teen & Tween Space Open House

Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Teen Space

Check out our brand new Teen & Tween spaces!

Horror Murder Movie Club - The Thing

Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library

Start 2025 right...with shape-shifting aliens!

Folded Bookmarks

Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Learn how to make and decorate your own cute personalized paper bookmark! Start off the year with a bookmark friend.

Dog Man Party

Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library

Get ready for the upcoming movie by celebrating everyone's favorite half-canine hero! Join us for games, crafts, and fun! For families. No registration required.

Global Reading Circle - Book Club

Sat, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Global Reading Circle is a book club for people who want to join a book club, but want to choose what books they read, based on the selected country each month. Share about your book at our meeting!

Cathedral Window Quilt Club

Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Materials provided while supplies last. Please register and plan to attend.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Mon, Jan 13, 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

Senior Writting Workshop - ARTBEAT WEEK

Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Mon, Jan 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.

Youth Meeting Authors - ARTBEAT WEEK

Mon, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.

Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation

Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Song Farmers - ARTBEAT WEEK

Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - First Floor Paseo

This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.

Lunar Cycle Journaling

Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

Stop by Beaumont to learn the history of lunar cycle tracking and how to utilize it in the new year!

Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jan 14, 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: - Big Feelings

Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on XYZ.

STEAM Lab Drop In: Snowman Building Challenge

Tue, Jan 14, 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

Tue, Jan 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore engineering by building the tallest snowman you can! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Teen Tuesday - Board Game Night

Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Tue, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Play all kinds of board games, and hang out with friends. Teens & Tweens No registration required.

Evening Storytime

Tue, Jan 14, 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.

EARLY BIRD BOOK CLUB - This month we will discuss The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak

Wed, Jan 15, 9:30am - 10:45am

Tates Creek Branch

This group is for anyone and everyone interested in reading and talking about it. We read a variety of both fiction and non-fiction recommended titles. We meet the third Wednesday morning each month.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 15, 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.

Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families

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

Wed, Jan 15, 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.

DIY Candy Sushi

Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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

KRM Citizenship Class

Wed, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 15, 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.

Senior Social Hour - What is 3D Printing?

Wed, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Thu, Jan 16, 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.

Winter Science for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Little scientists will enjoy winter themed science play, activities, and crafts. For toddlers and preschoolers.

Kindergarten Life Skills: Big Feelings

Thu, Jan 16, 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 big feelings.

Collage Art "Self-Box" For Adults

Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Thu, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

New venue Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join Northside staff to make your own art therapy activity - a collage "self-box" using magazine pictures, assorted papers and ephemera. Registration required.

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Jan 16, 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: Snowman Building Challenge

Thu, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore engineering by building the tallest snowman you can! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Eastside Dungeons and Dragons

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Little Chef of the Month - Healthy Eating

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us at Little Chef of the Month!

Registration opens Wednesday, January 1 2025 at 9:00am

Check Meowt Book Club - The Cat and the City

Thu, Jan 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lexington Humane Society

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 - Jim Hurst

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

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

Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Sensory Friendly Play: Summer in Winter!

Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Sensory play and crafts that are inclusive, autism-friendly, and fun for everyone! Designed for children with a developmental age of approximately 2-5 years. ALL children are welcome!

Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Fri, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Fri, Jan 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.

Gallery Hop

Fri, Jan 17, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Central Library - Gallery

Food truck, live music, special games and activities, and a new art exhibit.

3D Printed Croc Charms

Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Northside Branch - Digital Studio

Create a custom Croc charm using TinkerCAD and use our 3D printers to make it and take it home!

Teen Intro to Sewing - Sewing Machines

Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families

Chair Yoga

Sat, Jan 18, 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!

Registration opens Saturday, January 4 2025 at 11:00am

Dog man Party

Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:20pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room

Get ready for the upcoming movie by celebrating everyone's favorite half-canine hero! Join us for games, crafts, and fun! For families. No registration required.

Sat, Jan 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Got a sewing machine for Christmas and don't know how to work it? Always wanted to learn how to use one? We can teach you! Ages 14 - 18

Keep Calm and Rage On Book Club - A Discussion of 1984 by George Orwell

Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Dungeons & Dragons

Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study Room

Dungeons & Dragons

Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room

Registration not required.

Black Voices Book Club - Book Club discussing works by Black Authors

Sat, Jan 18, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

Monthly discussion of books written by black authors. Meets Every 3rd Saturday. Contact asipple-mcgraw@lexpublib.org to reserve a copy. January's Selection is "Gather Me" a memoir by Glory Edim.

STEAM Lab Drop In: Snowman Building Challenge

Sat, Jan 18, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore engineering by building the tallest snowman you can! Recommended for ages 8-17.

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

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

An Afternoon with Sarah Gorham and Jeffrey Skinner

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Sarah Gorham is a poet, essayist, & retired editor-in-chief at Sarabande Books, which she co-founded with her husband, award-winning poet Jeffrey Skinner. Both are widely published & lauded.

Let's Run Lexington

Sat, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

Join us at Beaumont to learn about different running clubs and groups in Lexington, popular routes and events, tips for getting started and more! All experience levels welcome.

Bite Club: A Cookbook Club - Chinese New Year Edition

Sun, Jan 19, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Sun, Jan 19, 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.

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

Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

LGBTQ+ Board game club meeting

Family STEAM Time

Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Enjoy a story followed by hands-on STEAM activities. For families with children ages 4-8. No registration required.

Classical Music Sunday - String Trio

Sun, Jan 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

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

Shake Off the Sunday Scaries

Sun, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Tates Creek Branch

Has the winter, finals, and holiday season made you feel blue? Shake off the stress by testing out a Content Creation kit!

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

STEAM Lab Drop In: Robotics-Cubelets

Tue, Jan 21, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families

Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore robotics with cubelets. Recommended for ages 8-17.

Chess Club

Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area

Join us at Marksbury Family Branch for recreational Chess Club! Here, you can build community, learn strategies and have fun playing chess. All ages are welcome!

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Teen Advisory Board

Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Teen Space

Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!

Evening Storytime

Tue, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

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

Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jan 22, 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.

Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Wed, Jan 22, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families

Crafternoon - Fancy Paper Snowflakes

Wed, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Cut simple to intricate fancy snowflakes using templates. No registration required.

KRM Citizenship Class

Wed, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 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.

Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families

Thu, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Kindergarten Life Skills: Self Esteem

Thu, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Thu, Jan 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

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 self esteem!

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study 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: Robotics-Cubelets

Thu, Jan 23, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore robotics with cubelets. Recommended for ages 8-17.

Dog Man Party

Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Get ready for the upcoming movie by celebrating everyone's favorite half-canine hero! Join us for games, crafts, and fun! For families. No registration required.

Scholarship Information Fair

Thu, Jan 23, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

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

Connect with representatives from local and regional organizations to learn about scholarship opportunities.

Club de Voces Latinxs - Latinxs Voices Book Club

Thu, Jan 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jan 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Este Club de Lectura es para quienes disfrutan de la literatura en español y quieren pasar una tarde comentando el libro elegido. Libro para este mes: Medio Siglo Con Borges - Mario Vargas Llosa.

Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Fri, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Beginner Writing Workshop

Fri, Jan 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.

Dog Man Party!

Fri, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Get ready for the upcoming movie by celebrating everyone's favorite half-canine hero! Join us for games, crafts, and fun! For families. No registration required.

Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join local author Angela Johnson for this FREE workshop covering all the basics of writing and publishing. Registration required.