Snack and Paint

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

DiNovember

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

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

Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Crafternoon: Dictionary Art

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

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Rescheduled

Cook with a Book : Turkey Trouble - Edible Centerpiece

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

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

Eastside Branch

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

STEAM Lab Maker Station

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

(Soft) Archery Club - for teens

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

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Do you volunteer as tribute?

Registration is now closed

Teen Trivia: Are You Smarter than a Pilgrim?

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

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Registration is now closed

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

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

New venue Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

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

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

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Poetry Out Loud

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

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Wed, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.

Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Messy Play Day: Farm Edition

Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

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

Un-Assigned Reading - Homeschool Book Club

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

Central Library - Meeting Room D

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

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

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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.

Preschool Art Start: Dinosaur Art

Thu, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Homeschool STEAM

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Spanish Movies for All Ages

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

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

STEAM Lab Drop In: Explore Fall Leaves

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

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Cancelled

DIY Candy Sushi

Thu, Nov 14, 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!

Cancelled

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

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

Eastside Branch

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

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

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

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

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Jazz at the Library - Jamey Aebersold Quartet

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

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

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

Central Library - Farish Theater

Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.

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

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Princess Party with Rapunzel

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Fri, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 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.

Family Maker Time - Winter Wonderland Wreath

Fri, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

Fri, Nov 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Come with the whole family to make your own custom wreath! ¡Ven con toda la familia a hacer tu propia corona personalizada! *While supplies last* *Hasta que se agote los suministros*

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

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

Central Library - Gallery

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

Trivia Night

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

Central Library

The answer is 4

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

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

Northside Branch - Digital Studio

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

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Book Binding - Making Field Journals

Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Come and make hand-bound field journals at the Eastside Makerspace.

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Dungeons & Dragons

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Dungeons & Dragons

Kentucky Legends: Adolph Rupp - Kentucky Chautauqua

Sat, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 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.

Black Voices Book Club

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

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

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

Central Library - Farish Theater

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

Cook with a Book : Turkey Trouble - Edible Centerpiece

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

Eastside Branch

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

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

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

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Crafternoon: Dictionary Art

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Chess Club

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area

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

Sun, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 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.

DIY Wood Slice Turkey

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

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Classical Music Sunday - Solo Piano

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

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

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

Central Library - Farish Theater

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Northside Branch

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

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

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Mon, Nov 18, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Teen Advisory Board

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

Eastside Branch - Teen Space

Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!

Teen/Tween Cozy Cakes and Coasters

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Eastside Homeschool Hangout - Gratitude and Thanksgiving

Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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

Eastside Branch

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

Tue, Nov 19, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Calendar Design Class

Tue, Nov 19, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for a calendar design and production class. We will be using Canva to design a 2025 calendar that you can customize with your own important dates and photos.

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Cancelled

STEAM Lab Drop In: Create a Cardboard City

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

Eastside Branch

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

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Come Write In! - for teens

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

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Meet comics author & UK writing professor Rachel Elliott!

Rescheduled

Teen Advisory Board

Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

New date Monday, November 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Teen Space

Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!

Teen Tuesday - Escape from Crystal Cove!

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

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

Film Screening - Fighting Hunger, Feeding Hope

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

Central Library

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

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

Central Library - Farish Theater

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

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

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

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Family English Learners Book Club

Wed, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

Art Start Tree Art

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

STEAM Lab Maker Station

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Snack and Paint - Giving Thanks with Vince Guaraldi

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Snack and paint with the Peanuts gang.

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

Wed, Nov 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.

Senior Social Hour - Operation Mail Call Military Missions

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Thu, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Cancelled

STEAM Lab Drop In: Create a Cardboard City

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

Eastside Branch

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

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Eastside Dungeons and Dragons

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

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

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

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

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us for Tween Academy, our monthly program!

Let's Play: The Floor is Lava

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

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

All Around the World

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us for a one-room world trip! Grab your passport at the door and complete activities to get all your stamps. Then try some snacks from around the world. This program is appropriate for ages 6-12.

Fiber Happy Hour

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

Eastside Branch

Bring your own project or just an idea! Fiber crafts like knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, weaving, needlepoint, cross-stitch, and more are welcome. Located at the Eastside Makerspace.

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Cricut Class

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

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Adulting 101: Budgets and Bills

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

Central Library - Meeting Room C,Meeting Room B

Join us for this session of Adulting 101 where we will focus on all things financial- budgets, bills, and more. (ages 13-17)

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

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

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

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Check Meowt Book Club - A Street Cat Named Bob

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

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lexington Humane Society - Habicattery Room

Love cats and books? Us too! Meet up with us at the Lexington Humane Society's Main Adoption Center Habicattery Room to discuss this month's cat themed book while surrounded by adoptable cats.

Southland Jamboree - Kentucky Just Us

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

Central Library - Farish Theater

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

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

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Designing for the Holidays with Octane Design Studios

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Northside Branch - Digital Studio

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

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Rescheduled

Chair Yoga

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

New date Saturday, November 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch

Join local yoga instructor Chie Tanaka for a free chair yoga class! This class is aimed at beginners but all experience levels are welcome!

Lego Club

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab for Lego fun! We will have a different challenge each month. For Grades 3-12

Adventures in DIY - Rope Bowls

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Craft your own display bowl

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch

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

LGBT+MtG

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

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Learn Magic: the Gathering!

Family STEAM Time

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

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

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

Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Switch It Up Saturday

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

Tates Creek Branch

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

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

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

Northside Branch - Story Room

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

Art Attack! - Indigenous Artists

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

Central Library

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

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

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Coffee Tasting with A Cup of Common Wealth

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

Marksbury Family Branch

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

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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

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

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Cancelled

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

Eastside Branch

LGBTQ+ Board game club meeting

Bite Club: A Cookbook Club - India Edition

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

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Get out of your cooking comfort zone in Bite Club: A Cookbook Club for Food Lovers. A new theme or cuisine will be represented by an array of cookbooks each meeting.

Preschoolers Explore - Richard Scarry

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Tempur Sealy Children?s Discovery Zone

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Northside Branch

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

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

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Make It Mondays - Autumn Crafts

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Learn To Paint

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

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Learn to paint by following along with videos from YouTube.

This event is full

Adventure in DIY - Embroidery 101

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

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

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Tue, Nov 26, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

STEAM Lab Drop In: Robot Parade

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

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

TeenTuesday - Cup-side down

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

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

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

Marksbury Family Branch

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

Calendar Design Class

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

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for a calendar design and production class. We will be using Canva to design a 2025 calendar that you can customize with your own important dates and photos.

This event is full

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

Central Library

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Wed, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Wed, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Preschool Winter Dance Party

Wed, Nov 27, 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.

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

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Family Fossil Hunting

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

Let's Make: Fall Art Collage

Wed, Nov 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Celebrate Fall by crafting a beautiful seasonal collage out of recycled paper!

STEAM Lab Maker Station

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

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

Wed, Nov 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.

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

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Cancelled

Thu, Nov 28, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch

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

Fri, Nov 29, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Nov 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Fri, Nov 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Fri, Nov 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Fri, Nov 29, 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.

Seeds: Explore and Create

Fri, Nov 29, 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, Nov 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Explore the science behind seeds and make some seed art to take home.

Chair Yoga

Sat, Nov 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join local yoga instructor Chie Tanaka for a free chair yoga class! This class is aimed at beginners but all experience levels are welcome!

This event is full

Horror Murder Movie Club - Thanksgiving

Sat, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

There Will Be No Leftovers

Hooked on Books - Trilogies Pt. 2

Sat, Nov 30, 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.

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

Sun, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Sun, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library

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

Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Mon, Dec 02, 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 02, 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 02, 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.

Family Craft: Polymer Clay Utensils

Mon, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.

Mon, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Use polymer clay to decorate a set of utensils to use in your holiday meals! Recommended for ages 5 and up. Registration required.

Mon, Dec 02, 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 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Baby University - Book Club and Social Hour

Tue, Dec 03, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Tue, Dec 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us as we read The Feelings Book by Todd Parr and discuss recognizing and expressing emotions in babies.

Teen Tuesday - Junk Journaling

Tue, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Tue, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Turn your "trash" into treasure, bring your stickers, receipts, pictures and we'll junk journal. While supplies last. No registration required.

Eastside Book Club

Tue, Dec 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss The Blessing Way by Tony Hillerman!

Tue, Dec 03, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Central Library

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

Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Crafternoon - Snow Buddy Hand Warmers

Wed, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Wed, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Make a snow buddy that you can pop into the microwave to lend a little warmth on cold days! No registration required. While supplies last!

Let's Make: Bedazzled Aluminum Ornaments

Wed, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Make a beautiful ornament out of aluminum foil and rhinestones!

Registration opens Wednesday, November 20 2024 at 9:00am

In Conversation with beloved author Jan Brett - Alice In a Winter Wonderland

Wed, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Wed, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

The Academies of Bryan Station - Auditorium

Join the Lexington Public Library and Joseph-Beth Booksellers for Jan Brett's Alice In a Winter Wonderland event!

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

Wed, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.

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

Wed, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - First Floor Paseo

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.

Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Family Crafternoon: Puzzle Piece Ornaments

Thu, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Make a festive ornament made of puzzle pieces for your family to add to their holiday collection. Recommended for families with children ages 5+. No Registration Required. While supplies last.

Thu, Dec 05, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club

Thu, Dec 05, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly mystery book club! This month's pick is "Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister.

Southland Jamboree - Liberty Road

Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Thu, Dec 05, 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, Dec 06, 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 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Fri, Dec 06, 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.

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

Fri, Dec 06, 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, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Story Area

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

Make a Custom Trading Card

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Northside Branch

Whether you're a fan of fantasy, superheroes, or original characters, this workshop will guide you through the process of designing those unique cards.

Cookie and Craft!

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library

Join us to make a holiday ornament, have a cookie, and find a window spot to watch the parade on Main Street!

Eastside Dungeons and Dragons

Sat, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

An Afternoon with Silas House

Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

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

This event is full

Chess Club

Sat, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area

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

Cottagecore Tea Party

Sat, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us for an "oh-so cozy" cottagecore tea party where we'll be ringing in the Yuletide Season! Dressing up is encouraged! Snacks and teas will be provided. For older kids and tweens

Cozy Book Club

Sat, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Crafternoon - Snow Buddy Hand Warmers

Sat, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

Make a snow buddy that you can pop into the microwave to lend a little warmth on cold days! No registration required. While supplies last!

Sun, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

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

Sun, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Sun, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

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

Sun, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Documentary - Translator for Peace

Sun, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Lexington filmmaker Eli Scarr's 60-minute documentary, "Translator for Peace," explores the life of United Nations translator Tracy Ansell.

Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Mon, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Mon, Dec 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

Mon, Dec 09, 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 09, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.

Mon, Dec 09, 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 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Tue, Dec 10, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Tue, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

TeenTuesday - Capoeira

Tue, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Join us as we learn some basic capoeira moves and music led by Professor Charuto of Volta por Cima.

Tue, Dec 10, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Central Library

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

Teen Craft: Picking Pads

Tue, Dec 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Drop in to the Northside Branch to make your very own Picking Pad! All materials provided while supplies last. No registration required.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Bring a stuffed animal for a sleepy storytime. Stuffed friends can stay the night and explore the library when everyone else is in bed. For families. No registration required.

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Central Library

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

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Snack and Paint - Holiday Paint

Wed, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Wed, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - First Floor Paseo

Holiday stress? Come take a break and watch holiday movies while painting.

Registration opens Wednesday, December 11 2024 at 9:00am

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

Wed, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.

Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Trio 21 presents Holiday Music Selections - a casual musical interlude

Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Tates Creek Branch

The chamber music group, Trio 21 will present light classical and modern chamber musical arrangements on flute, clarinet and bassoon for your enjoyment.

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Dec 12, 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, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Spanish Movies for All Ages

Thu, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Dec 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Thu, Dec 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Jazz at the Library

Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.

Fri, Dec 13, 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 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Music Trivia! - Songs of the 60's and 70's

Fri, Dec 13, 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 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Stop by Beaumont to test your knowledge of the music from the 60's and 70's!

Indoor Play for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Fri, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library

Don't let the winter blues get you down! Enjoy lots of indoor fun at Central Library to get those kids moving no matter the weather!