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Teen & Tween Space Open House
2025-01-11 11:00:00 2025-01-11 14:00:00 America/New_York Teen & Tween Space Open House Check out our brand new Teen & Tween spaces! Eastside Branch - Teen Space

Saturday, January 11
11:00am - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-11 11:00:00 2025-01-11 14:00:00 America/New_York Teen & Tween Space Open House Check out our brand new Teen & Tween spaces! Eastside Branch - Teen Space

Eastside Branch

Teen Space

Check out our brand new Teen & Tween spaces!

We've been hard at work painting, moving, and decorating our new teen & tween spaces, and they're finally ready! Come celebrate the launch with Bad Art for Teens, Mosaics for Tweens, and check out our new gaming systems! Plus, learn what you can do in our spaces besides reading, from studying to gaming to creating. 

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | High School | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Tweens | Teens | Games & Gaming | Arts, Crafting & Hobbies |

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Eastside Branch
Phone: 859-231-5500
Hours
Mon, Dec 16 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 17 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 18 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Dec 19 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 20 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 21 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 22 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Eastside Branch is located near the intersection of Man 'o War Boulevard and Palumbo Drive.

Upcoming Events

Early Bird Book Discussion Group - This month we will discuss Slaughterhouse Five
Wed, Dec 18, 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.
ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Dec 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Dec 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Dec 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Dec 18, 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: Winter Wonderland
Wed, Dec 18, 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!
Family English Learners Book Club
Wed, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required.
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
Blue Grass True Crime Book Club
Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
Madam Belle by Maryjean Wall
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Dec 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Candy Cane STEAM
Thu, Dec 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab for fun Candy Cane STEAM activities like coding a beaded candy cane and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
Parranda en la Biblioteca - Party in the Library
Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Spread holiday cheer the traditional Puerto Rican way by singing, dancing, and playing music around the library. No registration required.
Little Chef of the Month
Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Get ready to mix, bake, and enjoy delicious foods from around the world! This month we will make holiday treats. Registration Required. For tweens (8-12)
Registration is now closed
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Beginner Hand Embroidery Class
Thu, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Come to the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace to learn how to hand embroider a design using different stitch patters.
This event is full
Fiber Happy Hour
Thu, Dec 19, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch
Bring your own project or just an idea! All fiber crafts are encouraged to join, including knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, weaving, needlepoint, cross-stitch, punch needle, and more. Located at the Makerspace at Eastside Ages 13+ All skill levels welcome.
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Thu, Dec 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
This event is full
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Dec 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Check Meowt Book Club - If Cats Disappeared From the World
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lexington Humane Society - Habicattery Room
Love cats and books? Us too! Meet up with us at the Lexington Humane Society's Main Adoption Center Habicattery Room to discuss this month's cat themed book while surrounded by adoptable cats.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Dec 20, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Dec 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Dec 20, 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, Dec 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Dec 20, 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, Dec 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.
Ornament Decorating Program
Fri, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
The Holidays are here, so it's time to decorate an ornament you will adore.
Family Maker Time - Rope Runners
Fri, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Join us to make a rope runner. Express your creativity and decorate your rope runner, while you learn about weights and balance, to make your runner go as fast as you can. 1 rope runner per family.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 4:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Dungeons & Dragons
Genealogy Club
Sat, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
Genealogy Forms for the Holidays
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Dec 21, 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.
Family STEAM Time
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy a story followed by hands-on STEAM activities. For families with children ages 4-8. No registration required.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Dec 21, 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.
Jolabokaflod & Yule Crafting
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Settle in and get cozy for the Solstice. Ages 16+
Switch It Up Saturday
Sat, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
Happy TeenTober! Vibe in the Tates Creek teen area and play video games!
Art Attack! - Barbara Hepworth
Sat, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Join us to learn about a new artist or art form every month, and create a unique work based on their style (with a touch of your own!). This month, Soap Sculptures inspired by Barbara Hepworth!
An Evening With Erin Chandler
Sat, Dec 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Bluegrass Sons: A True Crime Memoir
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Dec 22, 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.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Sun, Dec 22, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Cancelled
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Sun, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Rescheduled
LGBTQ+ Board Game Club - A welcoming and inclusive space for gaming
Sun, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Sunday, December 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch
LGBTQ+ Board game club meeting
Bite Club: A Cookbook Club - Casseroles & Cookies Edition
Sun, Dec 22, 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
Snowflake Soirée: Eastside Winter Formal
Sun, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, December 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch
Join us for "Snowflake Soiree: Winter Formal" with winter-themed music, dancing, and crafts. Dress up your little ones for an enchanting time of family fun!
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Mon, Dec 23, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Cancelled
ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch
Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Dec 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Dec 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Dec 23, 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.
Bedazzled Belated Gifts - for teens
Mon, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Procrastinated your holiday gifts?
Minecraft: Winter Wonderland
Mon, Dec 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab for this exciting Minecraft activity, kids will create their very own Winter Wonderland within the game. For ages 8-17. Registration Required.
Make It Mondays - Take and Make
Mon, Dec 23, 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.
Intermediate ESOL - English on the Small Screen
Mon, Dec 23, 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.
Cancelled
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 24, 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.
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Dec 25, 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.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Thu, Dec 26, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Dec 26, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Dec 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Dec 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
Cancelled
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Thu, Dec 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Dec 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Fri, Dec 27, 9:30am - 6:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Dec 27, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Dec 27, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Dec 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
The Big Family Build
Fri, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Use giant MagnaTiles, Lincoln Logs, and other toys for construction fun. For families. No registration required.
Teen/Tween Calming Crafts
Fri, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Need to calm down? Come make some picky slime and calming jars and just relax! For teens and tweens. No registration required.
Tween Candy Science
Fri, Dec 27, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
What's more fun than candy? Experimenting with candy! All materials provided while supplies last.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Dec 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Sat, Dec 28, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Family Noon Year's Eve Dance Party
Sat, Dec 28, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Children and caregivers celebrate the new year with with a dance party, light show, balloons, party favors, and a countdown. Quiet activity room also provided.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Dec 28, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Lego Club
Sat, Dec 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab for Lego fun! We will have a different challenge each month. Recommended for families and children 8+
Horror Murder Movie Club - Anna and the Apocalypse
Sat, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Celebrate Christmas with the Apocalypse
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Dec 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Hooked on Books - Trilogies Pt. 3
Sat, Dec 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Hooked on Books is a book club for people who want to join a book club, but want to choose what books they read. Stop by to discuss your recent read and get recommendations in new genres.
Family New Year's Eve STEAM
Sat, Dec 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Get ready for New Year's Eve with STEAM activities for the whole family! Create confetti poppers, design a New Year's Eve hat and more!
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Dec 29, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Sun, Dec 29, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Cancelled
ESOL Beginning English Classes
Sun, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Mon, Dec 30, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Cancelled
ESOL English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Dec 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch
Clases de inglés básico dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en inglés. Basic English classes twice a week to help individuals improve their English.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Dec 30, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Winter Break Meditation - for teens
Mon, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
New venue Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room,Medium Meeting Room
Take a deep breath, and craft.
Hanukkah Pajama Party
Mon, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
No matter what you celebrate, join us to learn about Hanukkah! Wear your pajamas and enjoy games, crafts, and other fun! For ages 4-10.
Egg Drop
Mon, Dec 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create a structure that will keep an egg from breaking when dropped from the fifth floor of the library! For Ages 8-17. Registration is required.
Intermediate ESOL - English on the Small Screen
Mon, Dec 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Tue, Dec 31, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Noon Years Eve Party!
Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Ring in the New Year with fun games, crafts, and activities, all leading up to the big countdown to 12 noon! For families. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Dec 31, 11:30am - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Teen Laser Tag
Tue, Dec 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Come to the Northside Branch for laser tag! For teens and tweens only.
Teen Tuesday - Escape from Crystal Cove!
Tue, Dec 31, 2:00pm - 3:35pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Help Scooby and the Mystery Inc. gang solve their latest mystery, join us in this escape room fun! Registration Required. Teens & Tweens
New Year Around the World - with Balloon Drop & Tea!
Tue, Dec 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Let's celebrate the New Year with traditions from around the world!
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Dec 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
January Adult Reading Challenge
Thu, Jan 02, All day
Beaumont Branch
Attention book loving adults! Stop by the Beaumont front desk or the New Book Display Wall to pick up a BINGO card for our January reading challenge!
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Thu, Jan 02, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses
Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab,Meeting Room D
Join us to build a winter wonderland with graham crackers and icing! Recommended for ages 8-17. Registration Required
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
DIY Vision Boards
Thu, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Plan out the new year and manifest your goals with building a vision board! Together, we will build a collage of our favorite things that you will be able to take home!
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Jan 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Rescheduled
The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club
Thu, Jan 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Thursday, January 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "Zero Days" by Ruth Ware.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Fri, Jan 03, 9:30am - 6:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 03, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Jason Lindsey
Fri, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
Join America's "Mr. Science" for some of the coolest ice-cold science experiments! Kid scientists will engineer a frosty cloud with ice that doesn't melt, along with many other cool experiments!
Lego Day
Fri, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Farish Theater
Join us in the Children's Department for a day of Lego fun! We will build with Lego starting at 2PM and at 3PM we will go down to the Farish Theater to watch a Lego Movie! For children & families.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Fri, Jan 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Story Area
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Sat, Jan 04, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Open Studio - Soft Sculpture
Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Not an artist? Not a problem! We provide the art supplies, you provide the creativity during this open art program.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Sat, Jan 04, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
Cozy Movement and Mindfulness
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Needing to give your brain a break? Join us for a cozy series of stretches and a meditation in the Large Meeting Room! Bring a blanket, a pillow, dress comfy, and get ready for a relaxing reset!
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Jan 05, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Cancelled
Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a quilt block a month
Sun, Jan 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Materials provided while supplies last. Please register and plan to attend.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Jan 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Let's Build a Sketchbook! - Beginner-Friendly Bookbinding
Mon, Jan 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Build a sketchbook from scratch using a Coptic stitch bookbinding method. Beginner-friendly. Ages 16+. Please register prior to this event.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Snowflake Art
Tue, Jan 07, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about how snowflakes are formed & create a snowflake art piece! Recommended for ages 8-17.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Teen Tuesday - Board Game Night
Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Play all kinds of board games, and hang out with friends. Teens & Tweens No registration required.
Eastside Book Club
Tue, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us as we discuss The Push by Ashley Audrain!
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - 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.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Let's Play: Giant Games
Wed, Jan 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Come play "giant" versions of famous games such as tic-tac-toe, connect4, and more! Ages 2-8 welcome!
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL - ESOL-English Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Cult Classics Club - Book Discussion: Fight Club
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Sixth Brewing
Do you like the strange and the unusual? Are you strange and unusual? Then join us for our new Cult Classics Club!
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Un-Assigned Reading - Homeschool Book Club
Thu, Jan 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us for some fun activities and discussion based on our pick of the month! (for middle school level).
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Homeschool STEAM
Thu, Jan 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn more about science, technology, engineering, arts and math, with hands-on monthly activities! Recommended for ages 8-17
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Snowflake Art
Thu, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about how snowflakes are formed & create a snowflake art piece! Recommended for ages 8-17.
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Jan 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Bad Art Club!
Thu, Jan 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Teens and tweens can stop by Northside Branch the second Thursday of every month for - Bad Art Club! There will be music and art supplies of all kinds. The goal? Create the worst art you can!
The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "Zero Days" by Ruth Ware.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Jazz at the Library
Thu, Jan 09, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Rescheduled
Preschool Obstacle Course
Fri, Jan 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
New date Friday, January 31, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Develop gross motor skills while climbing a variety of objects. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers. No registration required.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Jan 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Canva Basics - Unlock Your Creative Potential with Canva!
Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Audio Booth,Digital Studio,Production Studio,Video Editing Booth
Learn how to create basic flyers, designs and content. Use Canva like a pro straight from your laptop to your phone. Ages 13+. All skill levels welcome.
Lexington Bluegrass Gem and Mineral Club Open House - Show and Tell
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room
A family friendly event which includes a Fluorescent Tent with glowing minerals, Lapidary demonstrations (trimming and cabbing), Gem Tree making, Microminerals with microscopes, and Mineral displays.
Teen & Tween Space Open House
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Eastside Branch - Teen Space
Check out our brand new Teen & Tween spaces!
Horror Murder Movie Club - The Thing
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Start 2025 right...with shape-shifting aliens!
Folded Bookmarks
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Learn how to make and decorate your own cute personalized paper bookmark! Start off the year with a bookmark friend.
Global Reading Circle - Book Club
Sat, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Global Reading Circle is a book club for people who want to join a book club, but want to choose what books they read, based on the selected country each month. Share about your book at our meeting!
Cathedral Window Quilt Club
Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Materials provided while supplies last. Please register and plan to attend.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.
Lunar Cycle Journaling
Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Stop by Beaumont to learn the history of lunar cycle tracking and how to utilize it in the new year!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Snowman Building Challenge
Tue, Jan 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore engineering by building the tallest snowman you can! Recommended for ages 8-17.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 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.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
DIY Candy Sushi
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Here at Marksbury Family Branch, we will create our very own candy sushi while celebrating and learning about Japanese food culture!
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Senior Social Hour - What is 3D Printing?
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Join other seniors in a relaxed setting to socialize and participate in interactive activities, games or crafts.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Collage Art "Self-Box" For Adults
Thu, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
New venue Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join Northside staff to make your own art therapy activity - a collage "self-box" using magazine pictures, assorted papers and ephemera. Registration required.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Snowman Building Challenge
Thu, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore engineering by building the tallest snowman you can! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Jan 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Check Meowt Book Club - The Cat and the City
Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lexington Humane Society
Love cats and books? Us too! Meet up with us at the Lexington Humane Society's Main Adoption Center Habicattery Room to discuss this month's cat themed book while surrounded by adoptable cats.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Southland Jamboree - Jim Hurst
Thu, Jan 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live bluegrass music the third Thursday of every month, October through April. December's performance rescheduled to December 5.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Sensory Friendly Play: Summer in Winter!
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Sensory play and crafts that are inclusive, autism-friendly, and fun for everyone! Designed for children with a developmental age of approximately 2-5 years. ALL children are welcome!
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Jan 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Gallery Hop
Fri, Jan 17, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library - Gallery
Food truck, live music, special games and activities, and a new art exhibit.
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