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Bright Beginnings Music 
2025-02-22 11:00:00 2025-02-22 12:00:00 America/New_York Bright Beginnings Music  Join Bright Beginnings Music group for music therapy that supports developmental growth for little ones. This program is recommended for toddlers & preschoolers. No registration required. Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Saturday, February 22
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-22 11:00:00 2025-02-22 12:00:00 America/New_York Bright Beginnings Music  Join Bright Beginnings Music group for music therapy that supports developmental growth for little ones. This program is recommended for toddlers & preschoolers. No registration required. Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Marksbury Family Branch

Community Room A

Join Bright Beginnings Music group for music therapy that supports developmental growth for little ones. This program is recommended for toddlers & preschoolers. No registration required.

Bright Beginnings Music groups for little ones and their caregivers are led by board-certified music therapists and are designed to support developmental growth related to sensory processing, motor skills, social-emotional skills, cognition, and language development.

AGE GROUP: | Toddler (18-36 months) | Preschool (3-5 years) | Baby (0-18 months) |

EVENT TYPE: | Plays, Music & Other Performances | Early Literacy & Learning |

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Marksbury Family Branch
Phone: 859-231-5500
Hours
Mon, Mar 10 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Mar 11 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Mar 12 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Mar 13 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Mar 14 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 15 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 16 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

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

Upcoming Events

Open STEAM Play
Sat, Mar 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
Chair Yoga
Sat, Mar 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch
Join local yoga instructor Chie Tanaka for a free chair yoga class! This class is aimed at beginners but all experience levels are welcome!
Preschoolers Explore - Go, Dog, Go!
Sat, Mar 15, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Tempur Sealy Children?s Discovery Zone
Explore the beloved children's book with arts, crafts, and play. Recommended for ages 3-5. No registration required.
Botanical Watercolor - Come and paint live plants!
Sat, Mar 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Come and watercolor paint live plants at the Eastside Makerspace!
This event is full
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Mar 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.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Mar 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Dungeons & Dragons
Black Voices Book Club - Read and Discuss books written by Black Authors
Sat, Mar 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Monthly discussion of works written by black authors. Meets Every 3rd Saturday. Contact asipple-mcgraw@lexpublib.org to reserve a copy. March's selection is is "Memphis" by Tara M. Stringfellow
Horror Murder Movie Club - Abigail
Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Children can be such little monsters!
ACT/SAT Reading & English Crash Course
Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Prepare for the ACT or SAT Reading and English tests with practice passages and feedback.
STEAM Lab Drop In - Clay Creations
Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about women Claymation artists while you create clay figurines! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Beginner Friendly Tea & Medicinal Gardens
Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Kristen Pearson of Glitter Green Thumb for an intro into how to grow tea at home and easy-to-use plants to help keep us healthy!
Art Attack! - Louise Nevelson: Monochromatic Sculptures
Sat, Mar 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New venue Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us to learn about a new artist or art form every month, and create a unique work inspired by their style (with a touch of your own!). For Teens and Tweens
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Mar 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.
Adventures in DIY - Macramé
Sun, Mar 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Construct your personal rainbow in this hands-on craft class!
Registration is now closed
Bite Club: A Cookbook Club - Mardi Gras Edition
Sun, Mar 16, 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.
Rescheduled
LGBTQ+ Board Game Club - A welcoming and inclusive space for gaming
Sun, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Sunday, March 30, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch
LGBTQ+ Board game club meeting
Rescheduled
Preschoolers Explore - Go, Dog, Go!
Sun, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, March 15, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Explore the beloved children's book with arts, crafts, and play. Recommended for ages 3-5. No registration required.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Sun, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Classical Music Sunday - Trio Risoluto
Sun, Mar 16, 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.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Mar 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, Mar 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
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Decision Making
Mon, Mar 17, 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 decision making.
Baby Social Time: - Let's Play!
Mon, Mar 17, 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, Mar 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, Mar 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Mar 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, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Teen Space
Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!
Eastside Game Room! - for teens & tweens
Mon, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Every Monday & Wednesday after school, we'll have our Tween Arcade open for drop-in gaming!
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Mar 17, 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, Mar 17, 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.
History of March Madness
Mon, Mar 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
March Madness is here, but do you know it's history? Join us as we dive into the origins of the NCAA tournament, the champions, power programs and amazing facts that define it.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 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, Mar 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Mar 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.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Mar 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
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Mar 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.
Women's History Month Film Series - 9 to 5
Tue, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Join us for our special series of matinee showings for Women's History Month!
Chess Club
Tue, Mar 18, 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!
STEAM Lab Drop In - Basketball Engineering
Tue, Mar 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about Women Basketball Players while you engineer your own basketball goal and shooter! Recommended for ages 8-17.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Teen Tuesday: Pokéball Terrariums
Tue, Mar 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Join us for a fun DIY session where you'll craft your very own Pokéball terrariums. Design a mini world for your favorite Pokémon! Teens & Tweens. Limited supplies. Registration Required.
Canva Basics
Tue, Mar 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for an introductory class on the use of Canva design tools. We use Canva everyday in the Makerspace for all kinds of projects. This class is only for ages 13 and up.
This event is full
Evening Storytime
Tue, Mar 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Decision Making
Tue, Mar 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program 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 Decision Making.
EARLY BIRD BOOK CLUB - The Vice President's Black Wife by Amrita Chakrabarti Myers
Wed, Mar 19, 9:30am - 10:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
This group reads a variety of both fiction and non-fiction recommended titles. We meet the third Wednesday morning each month. Copies of this title may be picked up from the Tates Creek Branch.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Mar 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, Mar 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, Mar 19, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Mar 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Mar 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Introduction to Grant Basics
Wed, Mar 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
In this one hour course, Edwyn Rye will introduce you to the what, why, & how of grants. Registration required.
This event is full
Tortoise Storytime!!!
Wed, Mar 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Hulk the tortoise will be joining us LIVE for an extra special toddler storytime! It's the storytime you know and love with an extra special guest!
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Mar 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, Mar 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.
Crafternoon: Cupcake Liner Paper Flowers
Wed, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Create beautiful paper flowers from cupcake liners using scissors and hot glue. Zinnia seeds will be available to take home and plant your own flower garden.
Eastside Game Room! - for teens & tweens
Wed, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Every Monday & Wednesday after school, we'll have our Tween Arcade open for drop-in gaming!
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 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.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Go, Dog, Go! Party
Wed, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
Explore the world of Go, Dog, Go! We will have fun with games and crafts as we celebrate the classic P.D. Eastman story. Recommended for ages 3-5. No registration required.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Mar 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, Mar 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Decision Making
Thu, Mar 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
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 decision making.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Mar 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Mar 20, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch
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
Thu, Mar 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Mar 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.
Preschoolers Explore Go, Dog, Go!
Thu, Mar 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Explore the beloved children's book with arts, crafts, and play. Recommended for ages 3-5. No registration required.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Mar 20, 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 - Basketball Engineering
Thu, Mar 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about Women Basketball Players while you engineer your own basketball goal and shooter! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
Rescheduled
Discover Celia Cruz
Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Thursday, March 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Learn about the queen of salsa with music, crafts, and yes, dancing! For families. No registration required.
Family Crafternoon: Sock Puppet Pals
Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Use your creativity to turn a sock into your pal. Supplies will be provided, no need to bring any socks. Recommended for ages 6-12. While supplies last.
Little Chef of the Month
Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Little Chef of the Month!
This event is full
Body Science: Blood and Bones
Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Learn about what's going on inside our bodies with station activities exploring blood and bones! Program open to ages 7-12. No registration required.
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Mar 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Mar 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom,Small Meeting Room
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Mar 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 - Man-Eaters, Vol. 1
Thu, Mar 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 - Lonesome Express
Thu, Mar 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, Mar 21, 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, Mar 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.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Mar 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Mar 21, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Mar 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Mar 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.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Mar 21, 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.
Family Maker Time - Bracelet Making
Fri, Mar 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Come with the whole family to make your own custom bracelets. Ven con toda la familia a hacer tus propias pulseras personalizadas.
Gallery Hop
Fri, Mar 21, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library - Gallery
Live music, special activities, and a new art exhibit.
It's a Square Dance! - 250Lex Music Series
Fri, Mar 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library - Atrium
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Lexington with a square dance.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Mar 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
The Scribe Society - A Writing Workshop
Sat, Mar 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Come to Northside Library with any written work you would like to be workshopped by other local writers!
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Mar 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.
Civic Workshop with CivicLex - Lexington's City Budget
Sat, Mar 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
CivicLex's Workshops are designed to help local residents learn about local government.
World Water Day with George Ella Lyon
Sat, Mar 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
Meet local author George Ella Lyon! She will read her picture book "All the Water in the World." Then we'll learn how to conserve water. For families. No registration required.
Lego Club
Sat, Mar 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
Hooked on Books - Feminist Theory
Sat, Mar 22, 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.
Rescheduled
Crafternoon: Cupcake Liner Paper Flowers
Sat, Mar 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Sunday, March 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch
Create beautiful paper flowers from cupcake liners using scissors and hot glue. Zinnia seeds will be available to take home and plant your own flower garden.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Mar 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.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Sun, Mar 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Crafternoon: Cupcake Liner Paper Flowers
Sun, Mar 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Create beautiful paper flowers from cupcake liners using scissors and hot glue. Zinnia seeds will be available to take home and plant your own flower garden.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Mar 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, Mar 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
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Mar 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, Mar 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Mar 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.
Eastside Game Room! - for teens & tweens
Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Every Monday & Wednesday after school, we'll have our Tween Arcade open for drop-in gaming!
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Mar 24, 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, Mar 24, 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.
Adventures in DIY: Cross Stitch - Cross Stitch
Mon, Mar 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
New to cross stitch or wanting to try out your skills? Join Mercedes for techniques in getting started with cross stitch. No prior knowledge needed. Supplies provided.
This event is full
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 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, Mar 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Decision Making
Tue, Mar 25, 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 how to make good decisions.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Mar 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.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Mar 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
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Mar 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.
Library Social Hour - Make the most of electronic books, audiobooks and magazines
Tue, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Learn tips to use and enjoy Libby, Flipster, and Newsbank apps to access free digital content from the library collection to read using a tablet or smart device.
Women's History Month Film Series - Hidden Figures
Tue, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Join us for our special series of matinee showings for Women's History Month!
STEAM Lab Drop In - Code Pocket Sized Computers
Tue, Mar 25, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to code with Microbit while you learn about female computer scientists throughout history! Recommended for ages 8-17.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Stitching Through History - for teens
Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Learn basic crochet skills while discussing the tangled history of crochet and how it impacted women throughout American history!
Let's Make: Pancake Art - for Tweens & Teens
Tue, Mar 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Express your creativity with food! Participants will be able to craft shapes and pictures using pancake batter. Dress for mess!
Evening Storytime
Tue, Mar 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.
Film Screening - Fighting Hunger, Feeding Hope
Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Part Two of a three-part series marking the sixtieth anniversary of Christian Appalachian Project.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Mar 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, Mar 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, Mar 26, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Mar 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Mar 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Mar 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, Mar 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.
Sensory Friendly Play: Under the Rainbow
Wed, Mar 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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!
Eastside Game Room! - for teens & tweens
Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Every Monday & Wednesday after school, we'll have our Tween Arcade open for drop-in gaming!
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Mar 26, 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
Workshop Wednesday
Wed, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Roll up your sleeves and get crafting! Each month, we'll dive into a new, exciting craft. For tweens and teens. (Formerly Make it Monday)
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Mar 26, 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.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Mar 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Decision-Making - Age-appropriate decision-making
Wed, Mar 26, 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 self-awareness and how to handle emotions.
Blue Grass True Crime Book Club
Wed, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
Bluegrass Sons: A True Crime Memoir
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Mar 27, 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, Mar 27, 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: Decision Making
Thu, Mar 27, 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 decision making.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Mar 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Mar 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Sensory Play - Inspired by Women's History Month
Thu, Mar 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Sensory play for toddlers and preschoolers inspired by key figures in women's history. Explore, play, create, and have fun with us! Special activity available for adult caregivers as well!
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Mar 27, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Mar 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.
Women's History Month Film Series - Bound
Thu, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Join us for our special series of matinee showings for Women's History Month!
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Mar 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!
STEAM Lab Drop In - Code Pocket Sized Computers
Thu, Mar 27, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to code with Microbit while you learn about female computer scientists throughout history! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Crafternoon - UnKnown
Thu, Mar 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
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Discover Celia Cruz
Thu, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
Learn about the queen of salsa with music, crafts, and yes, dancing! For families. No registration required.
Club de Voces Latinxs - Latinxs Voices Book Club
Thu, Mar 27, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Kentucky Native Café - Heated greenhouses.
Este Club de Lectura es para quienes disfrutan de la literatura en español y quieren pasar una tarde comentando el libro elegido El libro para este mes: Cuando Era Puertorriqueña de Esmeralda Santiago
Beginner Cricut Class
Thu, Mar 27, 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.
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Mar 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Mar 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.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
New venue Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Mar 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.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Mar 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Mar 28, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Mar 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Mar 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.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Mar 28, 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.
Open Studio - Soap Sculptures
Sat, Mar 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Soap Sculptures inspired by Barbara Hepworth!
Chair Yoga
Sat, Mar 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch
Join local yoga instructor Chie Tanaka for a free chair yoga class! This class is aimed at beginners but all experience levels are welcome!
The Myths and Realities of Appalachian Englishes
Sat, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A Talk with Dr. Jennifer Cramer
Container Gardens, Raised Beds & In-Ground Gardening
Sat, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Kristen Pearson of Glitter Green Thumb for an in-detail review of how to create each garden for maximum space usage & success along with the pros and cons of each option!
Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a quilt block a month
Sun, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Large 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.
This event is full
LGBTQ+ Board Game Club - A welcoming and inclusive space for gaming
Sun, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
LGBTQ+ Board game club meeting
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Sun, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Sunday Stitching
Sun, Mar 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Do you enjoy cross-stitch, embroidery, or sewing? Grab your current project and join us every fourth Sunday for social stitching! All skill levels welcome.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Making Friends
Mon, Mar 31, 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 making friends.
Baby Social Time: - Let's Play!
Mon, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Mar 31, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Let's Play... Game Day - Yahtzee and LCR
Mon, Mar 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Drop into the Beaumont Branch for an hour of classic games and socializing for adults!
Eastside Game Room! - for teens & tweens
Mon, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Every Monday & Wednesday after school, we'll have our Tween Arcade open for drop-in gaming!
Learn To Paint
Mon, Mar 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Learn to paint by following along with videos from YouTube.
This event is full
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, 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.
Eastside Children's Scavenger Hunt
Tue, Apr 01, All day
Eastside Branch
Stop by the Children's Department to participate in a scavenger hunt. Images will be hidden around the department and it's up to you to find them all! Scavenger hunts will change throughout the month.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 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.
Chess Club
Tue, Apr 01, 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!
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Eastside Book Club
Tue, Apr 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us as we discuss Passing by Nella Larsen!
Evening Storytime
Tue, Apr 01, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Making Friends
Tue, Apr 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program 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 Making Friends.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Apr 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Grant Writing Basics
Wed, Apr 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
In this one hour course, Edwyn Rye will walk you through a broad step-by-step guide on general grant writing. Registration required.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Apr 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.
Crafternoon: Pocket Library
Wed, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Create your own personal miniature library with complimentary tiny books in a customizable tin. While supplies last.
Eastside Game Room! - for teens & tweens
Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Every Monday & Wednesday after school, we'll have our Tween Arcade open for drop-in gaming!
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Wed, Apr 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & 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.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Apr 03, 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: Making Friends
Thu, Apr 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
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 making friends.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Apr 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Apr 03, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch
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
Thu, Apr 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Apr 03, 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.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Apr 03, 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 Conversation Group
Thu, Apr 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club
Thu, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "A Talent For Murder" by Peter Swanson.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Apr 04, 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, Apr 04, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Apr 04, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Apr 04, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Apr 04, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Apr 04, 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.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Apr 04, 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.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Apr 05, 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, Apr 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.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Poetry Belongs to Everyone - A Reading with George Ella Lyon 
Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
As Lexington turns 250, we are celebrating its rich literary history along with former Kentucky Poet Laureate George Ella Lyon.
Sketchbook Meetup - Adult Art Club
Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
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!
DIY Neon Signs - for Tweens & Teens
Sat, Apr 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Tweens and teens ages 12+ can stop by the Northside Branch to craft their very own, completely customized, neon sign! Registration required.
Crafternoon: Pocket Library
Sat, Apr 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Create your own personal miniature library with complimentary tiny books in a customizable tin. While supplies last.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Apr 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.
Mindful Movement with Stuffed Animals! - Stress Awareness Month
Sun, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Stretch your stress away! Join us for a class exploring mindful movement with stuffed animals. For ages 5-12. Caregivers encouraged to participate! No registration required.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Apr 06, 2:25pm - 3:25pm
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.
Dawning of Music in Kentucky - 250Lex Music Series
Sun, Apr 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Music by Anthony Philip Heinrich, Lexington's Own "Beethoven of America."
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Apr 07, 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, Apr 07, 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, Apr 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Apr 07, 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.
Jumbo Coloring
Mon, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Kick off Spring Break by trying your hand at coloring in large scale. No registration required. Recommended for kids 6-12.
Kentucky Science Center Space Expo
Mon, Apr 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab,Meeting Room D
Experience the fascinating world of aerospace science this spring break with the KY Science Center! For students in K-8th grade. Admission will be on a first come, first served basis.
Teen Tech Try-Out
Mon, Apr 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Teens are invited to experiment with tech that will be available to borrow while visiting the library.
Let's Build It
Mon, Apr 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
The big blue blocks are back! Drop in any time to work together and construct something big or tiny. For ages 5 to 10. No reservations required.
Kentucky Science Center Space Expo
Mon, Apr 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab,Meeting Room D
Experience the fascinating world of aerospace science this spring break with the KY Science Center! For students in K-8th grade. Admission will be on a first come, first served basis.
LEGO Day
Mon, Apr 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch
Ready for a LEGO challenge this Spring Break? Come build your own creations and dive into our fun challenges! Get in on the action with LEGO games like LEGO Brawls and more!
Eastside Game Room! - for teens & tweens
Mon, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Every Monday & Wednesday after school, we'll have our Tween Arcade open for drop-in gaming!
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Apr 07, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Making Friends
Tue, Apr 08, 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 how to build friendships.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 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 Tuesday: Game on! Board Game Fun!
Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Play all kinds of board games, and hang out with friends. Teens & Tweens No registration required.
Acting Fundamentals for Teens - with Kentucky Shakespeare
Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Learn the fundamentals of acting from Kentucky Shakespeare!
Gardening Basics
Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Join the UK Extension Office for a FREE gardening basics program at Northside. REGISTRATION REQUESTED.
Peeps Dioramas
Tue, Apr 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Celebrate spring break and join us to build a miniature scene from Spring with Peeps! For tweens and teens. Registration required.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Magnetic Poetry for Teens
Tue, Apr 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Express yourself and create a magnetic poetry kit. For teens. No reservations required.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Apr 08, 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.
250Lex Literary Celebration - An Evening Inspired by the Written Word
Tue, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
The Kentucky Theatre
A free celebration of Lexington's literary heritage, featuring local authors, performers, and poet laureates. Hosted by the City of Lexington, 21c Museum Hotel, the Carnegie Center, and others.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Apr 09, 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, Apr 09, 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, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Apr 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.
The Pivot Playbook: 10 Steps to a Successful Career Change - with UK Alumni Career Services Director Caroline Francis
Wed, Apr 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
If you're considering a major career shift but aren't sure where to begin, this workshop is for you.
Superhero Party
Wed, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Calling all Superheroes! Enjoy superhero fun with crafts, games, photo fun, and more. Recommended for Pre-K - 2nd grade and families.
Pokémon Trainer Meet Up
Wed, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Spend Spring Break meeting and hanging 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.
Eastside Game Room! - for teens & tweens
Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Every Monday & Wednesday after school, we'll have our Tween Arcade open for drop-in gaming!
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Apr 09, 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
In Conversation: - Nikky Finney
Wed, Apr 09, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an intimate conversation with renowned poet and professor, Nikky Finney.
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Apr 09, 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: Making Friends - Friendship and Inclusivity
Wed, Apr 09, 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 self-awareness and how to handle emotions.
Family Fort-Night!
Wed, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Looking for family fun over spring break? Ever wanted to build a cozy reading fort in the library? Now's your chance! Join us for a special after-hours Family Fort-Night at Eastside!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Apr 10, 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: Making Friends
Thu, Apr 10, 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 making friends.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Apr 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Apr 10, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch
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
Thu, Apr 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Apr 10, 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.
Make Paper Flowers
Thu, Apr 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Spend some crafty time during spring break and make some beautiful paper flowers.
Stop, Drop, and Roll - with The Lexington Fire Department
Thu, Apr 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us for a fun and interactive fire safety experience with the Lexington Fire Department this spring break!
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Apr 10, 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!
Spring Break Insect Zoo - With Fayette County Extension's Master Gardeners
Thu, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Learn about insects this spring break! Enjoy an insect zoo with Fayette County Extension's Master Gardeners. For ages 5-10. No registration required.
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Apr 10, 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! - for Tweens & Teens
Thu, Apr 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
A club dedicated to creating the worst art possible using a wide-range of art supplies! Dress for mess!
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Apr 10, 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, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Apr 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Kentucky Science Center Messy Science Expo
Fri, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab,Meeting Room D
Embrace the messy side of science this spring break with the KY Science Center! For students in Pre-K-1st grade. Admission will be on a first come, first served basis.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Apr 11, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Apr 11, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Apr 11, 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.
Kentucky Science Center Messy Science Expo
Fri, Apr 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab,Meeting Room D
Embrace the messy side of science this spring break with the KY Science Center! For students in Pre-K-1st grade. Admission will be on a first come, first served basis.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Apr 11, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Apr 11, 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.
A Murder at the Library - for teens
Fri, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
There has been a murder at Jay Gatsby's estate! Can you solve the case?
Create a Kite
Fri, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Did you know that April is National Kite Month? Come celebrate by learning about how kites work & then decorating your very own! While supplies last. Recommended for ages 6-12.
STEAM Lab Maker Station - Reduce & Reuse Edition
Fri, Apr 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Create by reusing discarded materials, transforming them into your own one-of-a-kind masterpieces! You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Escape the Nether! - Minecraft Escape Room
Fri, Apr 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Can you escape the Nether and make it back to your home base? Registration required. For tweens and teens.
Sharing Stories of Your Life - Writing Workshop
Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join writer, former CEO, lawyer, and restauranteur Sylvia Lovely in an interactive writing workshop!
Registration opens Friday, March 28 2025 at 9:30am
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
In the Face of Disaster: Family and Home
Sat, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join educators from the Fayette County Extension Office to learn about how to protect your home and loved ones in the event of a natural disaster.
Family Mini Golf with Robots
Sat, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to celebrate spring break by creating a mini golf course for robots with your family! For families with children in K-8th grade. Registration Required, please register one person per family
Art Attack! - Etel Adnan
Sat, Apr 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us to learn about a new artist or art form every month, and create a unique work inspired by their style (with a touch of your own!). For teens and tweens. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Bite Club: A Cookbook Club - Kale yeah! Vegetable Edition
Sun, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get out of your cooking comfort zone in Bite Club: A Cookbook Club for Food Lovers. A new theme or cuisine will be represented by an array of cookbooks each meeting.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
An Afternoon with Wes Blake and Rick Childers
Sun, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an author talk featuring two Kentucky authors - Wes Blake and Rick Childers! Both authors will discuss their careers, read sections from their books, and answer audience questions.
Genealogy & Local History Club
Sun, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
A monthly meeting for genealogists and historians
Classical Music Sunday - Lexington Community Orchestra
Sun, Apr 13, 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.
Queer Car Workshop
Sun, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
An opportunity for LGBTQIA+ people to teach one another about basic car mechanics!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Apr 14, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Conflict Resolution
Mon, Apr 14, 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 conflict resolution.
Baby Social Time: - Let's Make Art!
Mon, Apr 14, 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. Dress for a mess.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Apr 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Apr 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Apr 14, 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, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Teen Space
Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!
Eastside Game Room! - for teens & tweens
Mon, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Every Monday & Wednesday after school, we'll have our Tween Arcade open for drop-in gaming!
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Apr 14, 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, Apr 14, 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.
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