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The Myths and Realities of Appalachian Englishes
2025-03-29 14:00:00 2025-03-29 16:00:00 America/New_York The Myths and Realities of Appalachian Englishes A Talk with Dr. Jennifer Cramer Central Library - Farish Theater

Saturday, March 29
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-29 14:00:00 2025-03-29 16:00:00 America/New_York The Myths and Realities of Appalachian Englishes A Talk with Dr. Jennifer Cramer Central Library - Farish Theater

Central Library

Farish Theater

A Talk with Dr. Jennifer Cramer

Have you ever heard someone say that people from the Appalachian Mountains sound like Shakespeare? Or maybe you’ve been told that the language spoken there is frozen in time. These and other misconceptions about the linguistic varieties employed by Appalachians have hidden the vibrant and dynamic nature of their language and helped to perpetuate the idea that speakers of these dialects are old-fashioned and backwards. This presentation examines the myths and realities surrounding Appalachian Englishes by providing evidence that these varieties, like all others, are constantly changing.

Presented by Kentucky Humanities and the Lexington Public Library.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Plays, Music & Other Performances | Local History | Genealogy & Family History | Cultures & Traditions |

TAGS: | Lex 250 |

Central Library
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Upcoming Events

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
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Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Feb 05, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
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Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Feb 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.
Preschoolers Explore: Girls in Sports!
Wed, Feb 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get moving with activities inspired by black female athletes! Kids of all genders welcome. For ages 3-5. No registration required.
Crafternoon: Faux Stained Glass
Wed, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Mimic the look of stained glass with acrylic blanks and sharpie markers. While supplies last.
Teen Arcade
Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Immerse yourself in VR, work with your friends in Overcooked, go neon bowling, or play classic arcade games in a space designed just for teens!
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Feb 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Wed, Feb 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 06, 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.
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Thu, Feb 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on self care.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 06, 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, Feb 06, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Art Start: Make a Paper Story Quilt
Thu, Feb 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Explore the work of author and artist Faith Ringgold and make a paper story quilt inspired by her work. For children ages 3-5 and caregivers.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Feb 06, 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, Feb 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Make a Victorian Valentine
Thu, Feb 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Northside staff to make Victorian-style valentines. Registration requested.
This event is full
Stormy Weather
Thu, Feb 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Black History Month Matinee
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Feb 06, 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: Build Your Own Stoplight - With Paper Circuits!
Thu, Feb 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to learn about black inventor (and Kentuckian) Garrett Morgan! We will learn about his invention of the 3-way traffic signal and create paper circuit stop lights. Recommended for ages 8-17.
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Feb 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
All Natural: Hair History & Tips - with Willa Lamia
Thu, Feb 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
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ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Feb 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club
Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "Zero Days" by Ruth Ware.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Feb 07, 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, Feb 07, 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, Feb 07, 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, Feb 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Feb 07, 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, Feb 07, 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.
DIY Disney Snow Globes! - Mason Jar Snow Globe Creations
Fri, Feb 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Attention snow lovers! Join us at Marksbury Family Branch to create your own snow globe! We will use mason jars, Disney characters, and other supplies to work together and build our own creation.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Feb 07, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Fri, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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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.
Reading Rainbow: Tween and Teen Storytime - Black History Month
Fri, Feb 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Oh, the nostalgia! We're introducing Reading Rainbow, remixed for teens and tweens! Join us for a unique and retro experience!
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Feb 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Drop-in Valentine Studio
Sat, Feb 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Need to make a Valentine? We'll bring the supplies, you bring the creativity! All ages welcome while supplies last. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Family Galaxy Painting
Sat, Feb 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about black astronauts and astronomers, then create your own galaxy painting! Recommended for children and families. Dress for mess!
Learn about Lexington Black History with Reinette Jones - Using the Notable Kentucky African American database
Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join UK Special Collections librarian Reinette Jones to learn about the Notable Kentucky African Americans database & Lexington history!
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Crafty Icicles
Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
CHILL out and make some COOL sparkling icicle crafts and learn a little about real icicles.
Strawberry DNA Extraction - Celebrating Henrietta Lacks
Sat, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Teens and tweens can celebrate Henrietta Lacks' contributions to science this Black History Month by performing a DNA Extraction!
Crafternoon: Faux Stained Glass
Sat, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Mimic the look of stained glass with acrylic blanks and sharpie markers. While supplies last.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Feb 09, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Feb 09, 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.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Sun, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Queer Car Workshop
Sun, Feb 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
An opportunity for LGBTQIA+ people to teach one another about basic car mechanics!
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Feb 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Feb 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.
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Feb 10, 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.
How to FAFSA - with KHEAA
Mon, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Stop by the Tates Creek to learn about FAFSA! Teens and their parents are welcome. Feel free to bring any information you might need to fill out your FAFSA forms.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Self-Care
Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on how to take care of yourself.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Feb 11, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Feb 11, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Laser Engraving Workshop - Custom Coasters
Tue, Feb 11, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace as we design and engrave custom slate coasters. We will discuss best practices for engraving design, how Engraving works, and what materials can be used
This event is full
Get Out
Tue, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Black History Month Matinee
STEAM Lab Drop In: Heart Science
Tue, Feb 11, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us for hands-on heart activities and learn about Daniel Hale Williams, the first person to successfully perform open-heart surgery and founder of the first black-owned hospital. For ages 8-17.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Teen Tuesday - Water Bottle Rockets
Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Celebrate Black History Month with water bottle rockets. We'll learn about Dr. Mae Jeminson first African-American women in space and how to create our rocket. It'll be a blast!! While supplies last.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 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, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Feb 12, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Feb 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.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Feb 12, 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
Open Mic Night - Vibes & Vision 2025 Preview
Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:10pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Stop by Northside to get a sneak peek of the Vibes & Vision 2025 Showcase! Plus share your poetry, music, spoken word, and more. Content should be appropriate for teens and limited to 3-5 minutes.
Let's Make: Valentine's Matchbox Shrines
Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Celebrate Valentine's Day by crafting a beautiful matchbox shrine of someone you love!
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Feb 12, 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, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Self Care - Washing hands, tying shoes, buttoning coat
Wed, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on self-awareness and how to handle emotions.
Cult Classics Club - Book Discussion: Fight Club
Wed, Feb 12, 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!
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Self-Care
Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on self-care.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 13, 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 Ice Cream Play
Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Celebrate Black History Month and LEX250 with ice cream play! Let's honor Alfred Cralle, inventor of the ice cream scoop! Enjoy scooping, crafting, playing, pretending, and much more! For ages 2-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Valentine's Day PJ Party
Thu, Feb 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join in your favorite pajamas as we sing, dance, and make Valentine's Day cards. For ages 3-5. No registration required.
Un-Assigned Reading - Homeschool Book Club
Thu, Feb 13, 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, Feb 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Feb 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Sensory Friendly Play: Valentines
Thu, Feb 13, 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!
Homeschool STEAM
Thu, Feb 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn more about science, technology, engineering, arts and math, with hands-on monthly activities! Recommended for ages 8-17
If Beale Street Could Talk
Thu, Feb 13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Black History Month Matinee
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Heart Science
Thu, Feb 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us for hands-on heart activities and learn about Daniel Hale Williams, the first person to successfully perform open-heart surgery and founder of the first black-owned hospital. For ages 8-17.
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Feb 13, 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, Feb 13, 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!
How To FAFSA - with KHEAA
Thu, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Stop by the Eastside Branch to learn about FAFSA! Teens and their parents are welcome. Feel free to bring any information you might need to fill out your FAFSA forms.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Jazz at the Library
Thu, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Feb 14, 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, Feb 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Love Bug Luau
Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
Celebrate Valentine?s Day with your toddler or preschooler with singing, dancing, bubbles, and more activities to enjoy. No registration required.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Feb 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.
Horror Murder Movie Club - My Bloody Valentine
Fri, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Valentine's Day Special Feature
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Feb 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Chair Yoga
Sat, Feb 15, 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!
Disney Pin Trading Event
Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Time to do some more Pin Trading! So, join us once again, bring your pins and be prepared to have fun trading and talking about all things Disney.
Keep Calm and Rage On Book Club - A Discussion of Beloved by Toni Morrison
Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Come to Northside Library for a discussion of Beloved by Toni Morrison. We will meet in the Small Meeting Room.
French Link Stitch Bookbinding - Tarot and Playing Card Collage Books
Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Learn the French Link stitch and make books with tarot and playing cards.
This event is full
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Dungeons & Dragons
Eastside Travel Program: Walt Disney World
Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us as travel agent Jordan Imlay with Key to the World Travel discusses different travel itineraries. Today we will be talking about the most magical place on Earth...Walt Disney World.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Heart Science
Sat, Feb 15, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us for hands-on heart activities and learn about Daniel Hale Williams, the first person to successfully perform open-heart surgery and founder of the first black-owned hospital. For ages 8-17.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Horror Murder Movie Club - Vampire in Brooklyn
Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A little romance. A little bloodshed.
Wool Spinning Demonstration
Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
Join fiber arts enthusiast Page Mendes for a drop-in, hands-on, wool spinning demonstration.
Camp Nelson In A Box
Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Learn about Black History in Lexington with Camp Nelson National Monument!
Family STEAM Time
Sat, Feb 15, 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. This month we will celebrate Bessie Coleman's achievements in the air.
Art Attack! - Black History Month: Harlem Renaissance Artists
Sat, Feb 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New venue Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us every month to learn about a new artist or art form, and create a unique work of your own inspired by their style (with a touch of your own!). For teens and tweens
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Feb 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.
Bite Club: A Cookbook Club - Mystery Date with a Cookbook Edition
Sun, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get out of your cooking comfort zone in Bite Club: A Cookbook Club for Food Lovers. A new theme or cuisine will be represented by an array of cookbooks each meeting.
LGBTQ+ Board Game Club - A welcoming and inclusive space for gaming
Sun, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
LGBTQ+ Board game club meeting
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Sun, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Classical Music Sunday - The EKU Guitar Ensemble
Sun, Feb 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Classical music the third Sunday of every month, September through April. April's performance rescheduled for Sunday, April 13.
Pop Up Court - with Grand Success Academy
Sun, Feb 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Tates Creek Branch
Hone your mental toughness and ball with trained athletes at the library!
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Feb 17, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Resource Management
Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on resource management.
Baby Social Time: - Let's Make Music!
Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Babies will socialize with their peers and build their developmental skills with themes that rotate monthly. Recommended for babies 0-36months and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Feb 17, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Fail-a-Bration
Mon, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Meeting Room D
What happens when you don't succeed? You try again! Join us as we celebrate that humans are not perfect at our Fail-a-bration! Crafts, activities, challenges to fail, and lots of fun! For ages 5-12
Pokemon Trainer Meet Up!
Mon, Feb 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Meet and hang out with other Pokemon fans! Bring your cards to trade or play, or chill out with a craft. For ages 5 and up. No registration required.
Teen Advisory Board
Mon, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Teen Space
Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Feb 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.
Sketchbook Series - Adult Art Club
Mon, Feb 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Join up with other local artists for a relaxed and supportive environment to practice art in your sketchbook. All skill levels encouraged! No registration required.
Rescheduled
Adventures in DIY: Cross Stitch
Mon, Feb 17, All day
New date Monday, February 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch
New to hand cross stitch or wanting to try out your skills? Join Mercedes for techniques in getting started with cross stitch. No prior knowledge needed. Supplies provided.
Adventures in DIY: Cross Stitch
Mon, Feb 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch
New to hand cross stitch or wanting to try out your skills? Join Mercedes for techniques in getting started with cross stitch. No prior knowledge needed. Supplies provided.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Feb 18, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Feb 18, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
BlacKkKlansman
Tue, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Black History Month Matinee
Sticker Mosaics - For adults and all abilities
Tue, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New venue Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Create beautiful sticker mosaics in a relaxed, social setting. Bring a friend and meet new friends.
Chess Club
Tue, Feb 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area
Join us at Marksbury Family Branch for recreational Chess Club! Here, you can build community, learn strategies and have fun playing chess. All ages are welcome!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Explore Coding
Tue, Feb 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to learn about electrical engineer and founder of Black Girls CODE, Kimberly Bryant. We will explore coding through OctoStudio, Scratch and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Laser Engraving Workshop - Custom Coasters
Tue, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace as we design and engrave custom slate coasters. We will discuss best practices for engraving design, how Engraving works, and what materials can be used
This event is full
Evening Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
Teen Tuesday - How To: FAFSA with Dawson Arnold of KHEAA
Tue, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom,Community Room B
Stop by the Marksbury Family Branch to learn about FAFSA! Teens and their parents are welcome. Feel free to bring any information you might need to fill out your FAFSA forms.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Resource Management
Tue, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on resource management.
EARLY BIRD BOOK CLUB - The Vice President's Black Wife by Amrita Chakrabarti Myers
Wed, Feb 19, 9:30am - 10:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Read the riveting, troubling, and complicated story of Julia Ann Chinn, enslaved wife of Richard Mentor Johnson, US vice president under Martin Van Buren. She managed his estate in Georgetown, KY.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Feb 19, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Feb 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.
Starry Preschool Art
Wed, Feb 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Explore the process of art creation and find out ways to make stars. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Dress for mess! No registration required.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Resource Management
Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on resource management.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Feb 20, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Feb 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.
Beasts of the Southern Wild
Thu, Feb 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Black History Month Matinee
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Feb 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Explore Coding
Thu, Feb 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to learn about electrical engineer and founder of Black Girls CODE, Kimberly Bryant. We will explore coding through OctoStudio, Scratch and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
A Party for Langston
Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Enjoy the picture book "There Was a Party for Langston." Then celebrate poet Langston Hughes with writing and crafts. For grades K-5 and their families. No registration required.
Little Chef of the Month
Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Little Chef of the Month!
This event is full
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Feb 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Feb 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Check Meowt Book Club - Crazy Stupid Bromance
Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lexington Humane Society - Habicattery Room
Love cats and books? Us too! Meet up with us at the Lexington Humane Society's Main Adoption Center Habicattery Room to discuss this month's cat themed book while surrounded by adoptable cats.
Southland Jamboree - McLain Family Band
Thu, Feb 20, 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 Conversation Group
Fri, Feb 21, 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, Feb 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Feb 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Feb 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Feb 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Bright Beginnings Music 
Sat, Feb 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Join Bright Beginnings Music group for music therapy that supports developmental growth for little ones. This program is recommended for toddlers & preschoolers. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Feb 22, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Vibes & Vision - Youth Arts Talent Showcase
Sat, Feb 22, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
The Black and Williams Community Center Gym
In honor of Black History Month, join us at The Black and Williams Community Center Gym for an arts event celebrating youth performers.
Civic Workshop with CivicLex - Understanding Lexington's City Government
Sat, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
CivicLex's Workshops are designed to help local residents learn about local government.
Genealogy Club - Microfilm
Sat, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
Meet our new microfilm machines!
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Feb 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Hooked on Books - Books with Black Authors
Sat, Feb 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Hooked on Books is a book club for people who want to join a book club, but want to choose what books they read.
Nikki Giovanni Memorial Poetry Reading
Sat, Feb 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Our community poetry reading will celebrate the work of legendary poet Nikki Giovanni and other poets, including you!
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Feb 23, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Sun, Feb 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Feb 24, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Feb 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Feb 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Feb 24, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Let's Play Scrabble!
Mon, Feb 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Drop into the Beaumont Branch for an hour of Scrabble and socializing for adults!
Learn To Paint
Mon, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Learn to paint by following along with videos from YouTube.
This event is full
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Feb 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Resource Management
Tue, Feb 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on taking care of our belongings.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Feb 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Feb 25, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Feb 25, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Be Smart, Love Your Heart - Free Health Screenings and Education
Tue, Feb 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Baptist Health is offering free health screenings and education for American Heart Month. Topics include blood pressure, heart rhythm, sleep apnea, hands only CPR training & cardiac exercise.
Library Social Hour - Just Telling Stories
Tue, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
Join others in a relaxed setting to socialize and participate in interactive activities, games or crafts. We find something new and fun to do every month. For adults.
Harriet
Tue, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Black History Month Matinee
STEAM Lab Drop In: Journey Through Space with VR
Tue, Feb 25, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about black astronauts and astronomers, then experience space in virtual reality! Recommended for ages 8-17.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Hidden Figures Rocket Science
Tue, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join the team that sent John Glenn to the moon! Learn about the Hidden Figures behind the scenes and test your own rocket science knowledge. For grades K to 5.
Let's Make: Kimmy Cantrell-Inspired Self Portraits
Tue, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History Month by learning about black artist Kimmy Cantrell and crafting a cardboard self-portrait inspired by his work.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Feb 25, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Feb 26, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Feb 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.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
Workshop Wednesday - Crochet 101
Wed, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Roll up your sleeves and get crafting! Each month, we'll dive into a new, exciting craft. For tweens and teens. (Formerly Make it Monday)
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Feb 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Feb 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
How To: FAFSA - with Dawson Arnold of KHEAA
Wed, Feb 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Stop by the Northside Branch to learn about FAFSA! Teens and their parents are welcome. Feel free to bring any information you might need to fill out your FAFSA forms.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Resource Management - Taking care of your belongings
Wed, Feb 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on self-awareness and how to handle emotions.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Resource Management
Thu, Feb 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on resource management.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Junior Energy Explorer
Thu, Feb 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch
We will explore how the sun, wind, and other energy sources work with Bluegrass Greensource.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Feb 27, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Feb 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 Wiz
Thu, Feb 27, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Black History Month Matinee
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Feb 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Journey Through Space with VR
Thu, Feb 27, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about black astronauts and astronomers, then experience space in virtual reality! Recommended for ages 8-17.
I Scream for Ice-Cream
Thu, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Celebrate Black History Month by learning about Augustus Jackson, The Father of Ice-Cream, and make your very own ice-cream. Recommended for ages 6-12. No registration required. While supplies last.
Les McCann Art-Alike
Thu, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate a native Lexingtonian: artist, photographer, and musician Les McCann! We'll create watercolor masterpieces inspired by his work.
Family Ramadan Latern Craft
Thu, Feb 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate the start of Ramadan by making your own lantern, a traditional Ramadan symbol and decoration! All ages welcome. No registration required.
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Feb 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
How To: FAFSA - with Dawson Arnold of KHEAA
Thu, Feb 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library
Stop by the Central Library to learn about FAFSA! Teens and their parents are welcome. Feel free to bring any information you might need to fill out your FAFSA forms.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Feb 27, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Feb 28, 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, Feb 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Feb 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Feb 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Feb 28, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Feb 28, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Feb 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Eastside Children's Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Mar 01, All day
Eastside Branch
Stop by the Children's Department to participate in a scavenger hunt. Images will be hidden around the department and it's up to you to find them all! Scavenger hunts will change throughout the month.
Daniel Tiger Be My Neighbor Day
Sat, Mar 01, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B),Keeneland Community Room,The Serrate Family Study Room
Lexington Public Library, PNC Bank and KET host a national early childhood initiative from PBS Kids.
Puzzle Swap
Sat, Mar 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Drop off your old puzzles starting MONDAY FEBRUARY 17th at the Eastside Branch to receive a ticket to swap out for a puzzle on the day of the event! One ticket per puzzle donated to the swap.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Mar 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Story Area
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Mar 01, 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.
Aliens, UFOs, and Life in the Universe
Sat, Mar 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Aliens. Are they real?Join NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Dan Price for a facts-based discussion of alien life.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
An Afternoon with Sarah Gorham & Jeffrey Skinner
Sat, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Join us as Sarah Gorham and Jeffrey Skinner read from their latest collections. They are cofounders of Sarabande Books and authors of numerous acclaimed works of poetry and prose.
Around The World Book Challenge - Book Club
Sat, Mar 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Around the World is a book challenge 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!
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Mar 02, 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.
Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a quilt block a month
Sun, Mar 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Materials provided while supplies last. Please register and plan to attend.
This event is full
Film Screening: There Is No Answer - The life and art of George Szekely
Sun, Mar 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A documentary exploring the life of University of Kentucky art professor George Szekely.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Mar 02, 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.
Gallery Reception - With the artists of ArtHouse
Sun, Mar 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
A reception with the artists from the current exhibit at the Eastside Branch Gallery.
Sunday Stitching
Sun, Mar 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Do you enjoy cross-stitch, embroidery, or sewing? Grab your current project and join us every fourth Sunday for social stitching! All skill levels welcome.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Safety
Mon, Mar 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on safety.
Baby Social Time: - Let's Play!
Mon, Mar 03, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Babies will socialize with their peers and build their developmental skills with themes that rotate monthly. Recommended for babies 0-36months and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Mar 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Mar 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Mar 03, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Mar 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Mar 04, 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.
Women's History Month Film Series - Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret
Tue, Mar 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Join us for our special series of matinee showings for Women's History Month!
Chess Club
Tue, Mar 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area
Join us at Marksbury Family Branch for recreational Chess Club! Here, you can build community, learn strategies and have fun playing chess. All ages are welcome!
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Eastside Book Club
Tue, Mar 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us as we discuss As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow by Zoulfa Katouh!
Evening Storytime
Tue, Mar 04, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Safety
Tue, Mar 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on Safety.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Mar 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.
Read Across America Week- Celebrating Dr. Seuss
Wed, Mar 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us as we celebrate Read Across America Week and Dr. Seuss! Play games, create crafts, and more based on your favorite Dr. Seuss books! For ages 2-6!
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Mar 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Mar 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Mar 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Wed, Mar 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Mar 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Safety
Thu, Mar 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on safety.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Mar 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Mar 06, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Mar 06, 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.
Women's History Month Film Series - Call Jane
Thu, Mar 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Join us for our special series of matinee showings for Women's History Month!
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Mar 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Mar 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club
Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "Zero Days" by Ruth Ware.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Mar 07, 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, Mar 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Mar 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Mar 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Mar 07, 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.
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