Name: Pac-Man 45th Anniversary Celebration at the Library!
Start: 2025-05-16T16:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-05-16T17:30:00-04:00
Location: Marksbury Family Branch

Pac-Man 45th Anniversary Celebration at the Library!

2025-05-16 16:30:00 2025-05-16 17:30:00 America/New_York Pac-Man 45th Anniversary Celebration at the Library! Come relive the nostalgia, learn something new, and enjoy a game that's been loved for generations! Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A, Keeneland Community Room, The Serrate Family Study Room

Friday, May 16
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-16 16:30:00 2025-05-16 17:30:00 America/New_York Pac-Man 45th Anniversary Celebration at the Library! Come relive the nostalgia, learn something new, and enjoy a game that's been loved for generations! Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A, Keeneland Community Room, The Serrate Family Study Room

Marksbury Family Branch

Community Room A, Keeneland Community Room, The Serrate Family Study Room

Come relive the nostalgia, learn something new, and enjoy a game that's been loved for generations!

Celebrate 45 years of Pac-Man with us at the library! Join us for a fun-filled event where we’ll dive into the history of this iconic arcade game, exploring its impact on gaming and pop culture. Then, test your skills as we play the classic Pac-Man game.

AGE GROUP: | Families | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Games & Hobbies | Creativity & Making |

Marksbury Family Branch

Hours

About the branch

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

Upcoming Events

Take & Make Kids Craft - AAPI Heritage Month celebration

Sun, May 18, All day

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. Happy crafting!

Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio

Sun, May 18, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Crafternoon - Action Stencils

Sun, May 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Cut your own stencils and use them to paint a unique action scene.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, May 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.

Open STEAM Play

Mon, May 19, 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

Baby Social Time: - Let's Dance!

Mon, May 19, 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 0-36 months and their caregivers.

Preschool Storytime

Mon, May 19, 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, May 19, 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, May 19, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Let's Play... Game Day - Qwirkle

Mon, May 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Drop into the Beaumont Branch for an hour of classic games and socializing for adults!

Teen Advisory Board

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Teen Space

Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!

Eastside Game Room! - for teens & tweens

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Every Monday & Wednesday after school, we'll have our Tween Arcade open for drop-in gaming!

U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test

Mon, May 19, 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.

Learn to Paint - Watercolor!

Mon, May 19, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

This month during Learn to Paint we're going to learn a little about watercolor.

This event is full

Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation

Mon, May 19, 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.

Happiness Falls by Angie Kim - Community Reads Book Discussion

Mon, May 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Did you read Happiness Falls by Angie Kim and need to discuss all the twists and turns with your community? Come chat with us! Registration requested.

Toddler Storytime

Tue, May 20, 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, May 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Kindergarten Life Skills: - Kindness

Tue, May 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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 learning how to be kind.

Baby Storytime

Tue, May 20, 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.

Book Discussion: Happiness Falls, by Angie Kim

Tue, May 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of the Community Reads selection for 2025: "Happiness Falls" by Angie Kim. Registration requested.

Open STEAM Play

Tue, May 20, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

Tue, May 20, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Library Social Hour - Flower Arranging for Memorial Day Demonstration and craft

Tue, May 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Get ideas for Memorial Day flower arrangements and create a simple vase to take home. Join others in a relaxed setting to socialize and participate in interactive activities, games or crafts.

Chess Club

Tue, May 20, 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 - Fishing Rod Engineering Challenge

Tue, May 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore the Engineering Design Process by creating a fishing rod. Recommended for ages 8-17.

Somos Heroes

Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study Room

Learn animation! Somos Heroes is an 8 week workshop where students will design their own animated hero! Every Tuesday starting April 8th- May 27th. 4-6pm at the Marksbury Family Branch!

Let's Make: Garbage Trophies! - for Tweens & Teens

Tue, May 20, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

What better way to celebrate all of your accomplishments than by creating your very own, customized trophy? Dress for mess!

Cricut Workshop - Heat Transfer

Tue, May 20, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for a Class on designing, cutting, and applying heat transfer vinyl using the Cricut. For Ages 13+

This event is full

AAPI Cooking - Make Your Own Spam Musubi

Tue, May 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Stop by the Beaumont Branch for a cooking demonstration on making your own Spam Musubi.

This event is full

Evening Storytime

Tue, May 20, 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 inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, May 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

Early Bird Book Club reads Happiness Falls by Angie Kim - Community Reads Book Discussion

Wed, May 21, 9:30am - 10:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of the Community Reads selection for 2025: "Happiness Falls" by Angie Kim. Copies of the title are available upon request at Tates Creek.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Wed, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 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.

Toddler Storytime

Wed, May 21, 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.

Open STEAM Play

Wed, May 21, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio

Wed, May 21, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Preschoolers Explore Fish

Wed, May 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Have some fishy fun while making a koi windsock and other fun fish activities. For preschoolers. No registration required.

Beginner Friendly Tea & Medicinal Gardens

Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

Join Kristen Pearson from Glitter Green Thumb for an introductory class on how to grow tea at home and learn about easy-to-use plants to keep us healthy. FREE workshop. Registration requested.

Eastside Game Room! - for teens & tweens

Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Every Monday & Wednesday after school, we'll have our Tween Arcade open for drop-in gaming!

KRM Citizenship Class

Wed, May 21, 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, May 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Kindergarten Life Skills: Kindness - Social Norms

Wed, May 21, 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.

ESOL Conversation Group

Wed, May 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Cult Classics Book Club - The Night of the Hunter by Davis Grubb

Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

West Sixth Brewing

A book club for the strange and unusual.

Open STEAM Play

Thu, May 22, 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, May 22, 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: Kindness

Thu, May 22, 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 kindness.

Baby Storytime

Thu, May 22, 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, May 22, 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, May 22, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

Thu, May 22, 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, May 22, 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!

Free Plant Giveaways! - With: Fayette County Extension & Master Gardeners

Thu, May 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come to the library to get free plants for your garden! *One plant/seek pack per person. While supplies last. Begins May 8. Registration requested.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Fishing Rod Engineering Challenge

Thu, May 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore the Engineering Design Process by creating a fishing rod. Recommended for ages 8-17.

Hands-On History: Black Jockeys

Thu, May 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Enjoy hands-on activities while you learn about some of Lexington's Black jockeys. Recommended for ages 5-10. No registration required.

Sublimation Class

Thu, May 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

JOIN US AND LEARN HOW TO DESIGN, PRINT AND PRESS YOUR OWN CUSTOM SUBLIMATION BOOKMARK ACOMPÁÑENOS PARA APRENDER A DISEÑAR, IMPRIMIR Y PRENSAR TU PROPIO MARCAPÁGINAS DE SUBLIMACIÓN PERSONALIZADO

This event is full

ESOL Conversation Group

Thu, May 22, 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, May 22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.

Evening Family Storytime

Thu, May 22, 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 - Brooks Giles Quartet

Thu, May 22, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

A special snow date Jazz at the Library!

Take & Make Kids Craft - AAPI Heritage Month celebration

Fri, May 23, All day

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. Happy crafting!

Kid Librarian

Fri, May 23, All day

Central Library

Do you love to read? Would you like to recommend some books to your friends? Apply to be a "Kid Librarian" at Central Library and create a display for your favorite books!

ESOL Conversation Group

Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Baby Storytime

Fri, May 23, 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, May 23, 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, May 23, 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.

Sensory Friendly Play - Celebrate Asian Culture!

Fri, May 23, 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!

STEAM Storytime

Fri, May 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us for a fun and interactive STEAM Storytime, where preschoolers will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through engaging stories, hands-on activities, and creative play!

Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio

Fri, May 23, 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, May 23, 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, May 23, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Cars at the Creek

Fri, May 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Tates Creek Branch

Visit the Tates Creek Branch after hours - see unique cars and show your own! Learn about how to modify your vehicle and meet fellow gearheads.

Take & Make Kids Craft - AAPI Heritage Month celebration

Sat, May 24, All day

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. Happy crafting!

Kid Librarian

Sat, May 24, All day

Central Library

Do you love to read? Would you like to recommend some books to your friends? Apply to be a "Kid Librarian" at Central Library and create a display for your favorite books!

Open Studio - Chinese ink-wash painting

Sat, May 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

AAPI Heritage month focus is Chinese ink-wash painting.

Open STEAM Play

Sat, May 24, 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

Rescheduled

Chair Yoga

Sat, May 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

New date Saturday, May 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch

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

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

Sat, May 24, 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.

American Indian History of Central Kentucky

Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

New venue Central Library - Farish Theater

Dr. A. Gwynn Henderson will discuss central Kentucky's Native history prior to the arrival of non-Native people.

Watercolor Club - Paint With Us!

Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Watercolor painting club with a lesson each month suitable for beginners, dilettantes, and anyone who just wants to hang out and paint with us. For adults. Registration required. 2 - 3:30 PM

This event is full

Lego Club

Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

POP-UP CONCERT - Lexington Good Days Choir

Sat, May 24, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch

"Where Music Bridges Worlds, and Song Nourishes the Soul"

Cancelled

Around The World Book Challenge - Book Club

Sat, May 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Northside Branch

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!

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

Sat, May 24, 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.

Take & Make Kids Craft - AAPI Heritage Month celebration

Sun, May 25, All day

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. Happy crafting!

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

Sun, May 25, 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.

Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a quilt block a month

Sun, May 25, 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.

National Tap Dance Day Celebration - Presented by Lexington Tap and Jazz Co.

Sun, May 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Annual dance recital.

Toddler Storytime

Tue, May 27, 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, May 27, 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, May 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Open STEAM Play

Tue, May 27, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

Tue, May 27, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

STEAM Lab Drop In - Robot Games & Challenges

Tue, May 27, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to experiment with various robotics while playing games and completing challenges! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Somos Heroes

Tue, May 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study Room

Learn animation! Somos Heroes is an 8 week workshop where students will design their own animated hero! Every Tuesday starting April 8th- May 27th. 4-6pm at the Marksbury Family Branch!

Evening Storytime

Tue, May 27, 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 inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, May 27, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Wed, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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.

Toddler Storytime

Wed, May 28, 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.

Open STEAM Play

Wed, May 28, 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, May 28, 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.

Become a Dementia Friendly Neighbor - Dementia Friendly Lexington

Wed, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Increase your understanding of dementia and ways to support your neighbors. Join us for a Free training session.

Eastside Game Room! - for teens & tweens

Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Every Monday & Wednesday after school, we'll have our Tween Arcade open for drop-in gaming!

KRM Citizenship Class

Wed, May 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Workshop Wednesday

Wed, May 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Bob Dylan Birthday Community Jam - with the SongFarmers of Lexington

Wed, May 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch

Come celebrate Bob Dylan's birthday week with the SongFarmers of Lexington at a community jam held at the Northside Branch Library.

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

Wed, May 28, 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 Mic Night: Mental Health Awareness

Wed, May 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Central Library

Join us in the Farish Theater to share 3-4 minutes of poetry, spoken word, flash fiction, etc. relating to the struggles and triumphs surrounding mental health. For teens and adults.

ESOL Conversation Group

Wed, May 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Open STEAM Play

Thu, May 29, 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, May 29, 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, May 29, 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, May 29, 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, May 29, 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, May 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, May 29, 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!

Free Plant Giveaways! - With: Fayette County Extension & Master Gardeners

Thu, May 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come to the library to get free plants for your garden! *One plant/seek pack per person. While supplies last. Begins May 8. Registration requested.

DIY Fidget Toys

Thu, May 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

DIY fidget fun for mental health month! Make a stress ball, worry doll, beaded fidget, and more! For kids 5-12 years old while supplies last.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Robot Games & Challenges

Thu, May 29, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to experiment with various robotics while playing games and completing challenges! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Start of Summer Laser Tag

Thu, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Celebrate the start of summer with an hour of Battle Royale style laser tag! This program is open to ages 8-12. Registration required. Please register each child to ensure adequate materials!

Club de Voces Latinxs - Latinxs Voices Book Club

Thu, May 29, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Kentucky Native Caf

Este Club de Lectura es para quienes disfrutan de la literatura en español. El libro para este mes: Los regalos de la abuela y algo más... de la escritora: Andrea Loyda

ESOL Conversation Group

Thu, May 29, 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, May 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.

Evening Family Storytime

Thu, May 29, 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.

Kid Librarian

Fri, May 30, All day

Central Library

Do you love to read? Would you like to recommend some books to your friends? Apply to be a "Kid Librarian" at Central Library and create a display for your favorite books!

ESOL Conversation Group

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

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Baby Storytime

Fri, May 30, 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, May 30, 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, May 30, 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, May 30, 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, May 30, 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, May 30, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Queer, Here, & Everywhere Opening Reception

Fri, May 30, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Central Library - Reference Area

Opening reception for the Faulkner Morgan Archive's first traveling exhibit

Teen Fest

Fri, May 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch

Leave the school year behind at our after-hours Summer Teen Fest! You can play games, get a walking taco, and free books! Plus a chance to get some cool swag! Teens Only, Ages 14 - 18.

Kid Librarian

Sat, May 31, All day

Central Library

Do you love to read? Would you like to recommend some books to your friends? Apply to be a "Kid Librarian" at Central Library and create a display for your favorite books!

Chair Yoga

Sat, May 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

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

Seed Saving 101

Sat, May 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join Kristen Pearson of Glitter Green Thumb for a walkthrough for how to successfully harvest & preserve seeds from everyday garden food!

In Conversation: Angie Kim - Author of Happiness Falls

Sat, May 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library

In culmination of our Community Reads events with Happiness Falls, join us for a conversation with bestselling author Angie Kim.

Elvis Movie Screening: Blue Hawaii

Sat, May 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Kick off the summer with a viewing of Blue Hawaii, starring Elvis Presley and Joan Blackman! Hawaiian shirts and other beach attire encouraged, but not required.

Eastside Children's Scavenger Hunt

Sun, Jun 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.

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

Sun, Jun 01, 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.

Disney Travel Tips and Tricks from a former Cast Member

Sun, Jun 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Visiting Disney (or even Universal) this summer and need all the help you can get? Bring any questions or concerns you may have to ask a former Cast Member! Children are welcome!

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Open STEAM Play

Mon, Jun 02, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Preschool Storytime

Mon, Jun 02, 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, Jun 02, 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, Jun 02, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Adult Anime Club

Mon, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

Beaumont Branch

Are you interested in anime and manga? Are you looking to make friends with similar interests? Stop by the first Monday of the month to watch some anime and discuss with friends!

Cancelled

Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation

Mon, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch

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

Toddler Storytime

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Summer at the Library Kickoff Party

Tue, Jun 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Northside Branch - Game Room,Group Study Room,Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room,Production Studio,Small Meeting Room,Snack Room,Story Room

Live animals! Free books for kids! Surprise guest appearances! Join us as we kick off Summer at the Library! For families. No registration required.

Baby Storytime

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

Central Library

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

Preschool Storytime

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Open STEAM Play

Tue, Jun 03, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Summer Cinema - Mommie Dearest

Tue, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Camp classics, comedies, & musicals! Oh my!

Chess Club

Tue, Jun 03, 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 - Watercolor & Crayon Resist Painting

Tue, Jun 03, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create a masterpiece with crayons and watercolor! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Hand Embroidery Sampler - with Ashley Nguyen

Tue, Jun 03, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Join us in the Eastside Makerspace as we welcome Ashley Nguyen, a local fiber craft artist and instructor, who will be teaching a variety of hand embroidery methods, skills, and tools.

Eastside Book Club

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

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss Good Omens by Terry Pratchett & Neil Gaiman!

Evening Storytime

Tue, Jun 03, 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 inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Baby Storytime

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Toddler Storytime

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

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, Jun 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jun 04, 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.

Open STEAM Play

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

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

ACT Test Prep: English & Reading

Wed, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Central Library - Meeting Room B

This free ACT Test Prep program will provide students with tips and strategies to help improve ACT scores for the English and Reading sections of the test.

FCPS Snack

Wed, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 3:15pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

FCPS provided afternoon snack.

Summer at the Library Kickoff Party

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

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

Live animals! Free books for kids! Surprise guest appearances! Join us as we kick off Summer at the Library!

KRM Citizenship Class

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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, Jun 05, 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, Jun 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Cancelled

Toddler Storytime

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

Marksbury Family Branch

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

Baby Storytime

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

Northside Branch

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

Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio

Thu, Jun 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.

Summer at the Library Kickoff Party

Thu, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B),First Floor Paseo,Gallery,Outdoor Atrium,The Serrate Family Study Room

Live animals! Free books for kids! Surprise guest appearances! Join us as we kick off Summer at the Library! For families. No registration required.

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

Thu, Jun 05, 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.

Perler Bead Planters - for teens

Thu, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Get green with perler beads! We'll be making 3D sculptures to hold your favorite succulents inspired by pride flags, or whatever colors you love! For ages 14 - 19

Summer Cinema - Girls Trip

Thu, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Camp classics, comedies & musicals! Oh my!

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Free Plant Giveaways! - With: Fayette County Extension & Master Gardeners

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

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come to the library to get free plants for your garden! *One plant/seek pack per person. While supplies last. Begins May 8. Registration requested.

Next Chapter Book Club

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

Central Library - Meeting Room B

The Next Chapter Book Club is a reading group where adolescents and adults with disabilities can enjoy books, friends, and their community.

FCPS Snack

Thu, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 3:15pm

Eastside Branch

FCPS provided afternoon snack.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Watercolor & Crayon Resist Painting

Thu, Jun 05, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create a masterpiece with crayons and watercolor! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Summer at the Library Kickoff Party

Thu, Jun 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Live animals! Free books for kids! Surprise guest appearances! Join us as we kick off Summer at the Library! For families. No registration required.

Cancelled

ESOL Conversation Group

Thu, Jun 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch

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, Jun 05, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.

Evening Family Storytime

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

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club

Thu, Jun 05, 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 "The Heron's Cry" by Ann Cleeves.

ESOL Conversation Group

Fri, Jun 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Preschool Storytime

Fri, Jun 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

Baby Storytime

Fri, Jun 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Toddler Storytime

Fri, Jun 06, 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, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

Fri, Jun 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.

Friday Art

Fri, Jun 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch

Come make some art in the afternoon! This process art program is for Kindergarten-5th grade. No registration is required.

FCPS Snack

Fri, Jun 06, 3:00pm - 3:15pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

FCPS provided afternoon snack.

STEAM Lab Maker Station

Fri, Jun 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Cooking Show

Sat, Jun 07, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Cooking demonstrations, food vendors, and, of course, food!

Become a Dementia Friendly Neighbor - Dementia Friendly Lexington

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us for a training session hosted by Dementia Friendly Lexington - increase your understanding of dementia and find ways to support your neighbors!

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

Sat, Jun 07, 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.

Summer at the Library Kickoff Party

Sat, Jun 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central Library

Live animals! Free books for kids! Surprise guest appearances! Join us as we kick off Summer at the Library! For families. No registration required.

Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio

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

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Eastside Dungeons and Dragons

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

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Adult Crafternoon - Felt Flowers!

Sat, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Get crafty at Eastside!

Northside Craft Club

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

Northside Branch - Classroom

Calling all craft lovers! Join us for our new monthly craft club!

Registration opens Wednesday, May 21 2025 at 9:00am

Summer at the Library Kickoff Party

Sat, Jun 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Live animals! Free books for kids! Surprise guest appearances! Join us as we kick off Summer at the Library! For families. No registration required.

Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio

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

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Bite Club - Hawaiian Luau Edition

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

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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

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

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

From The Archive: An LGBTQ History of Kentucky

Sun, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

A presentation by the Faulkner Morgan Archive

Bike Repair Basics: Flat Tires

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Don't let a flat tire ruin your ride! Join us to learn the basics of removing tires, locating punctures and patching holes so you can keep rolling all summer long.

Mirror Mushrooms - Adventures in DIY

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom,Makerspace

Add a touch of magic to your garden or space with your disco mushrooms!

Gentle Yoga for Any Body - Your Choice: Chair or Mat

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

This combined class will be adapted for chair yoga and mat yoga. Do what feels comfortable to you. This class is for adults and teens.

Appalachian Association of Sacred Harp Singers - 250Lex Music Series

Sun, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Atrium

Shape-note singing.

Sunday Stitching

Sun, Jun 08, 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, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Open STEAM Play

Mon, Jun 09, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Preschool Storytime

Mon, Jun 09, 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, Jun 09, 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, Jun 09, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Family Chalk Pastel Galaxy Art

Mon, Jun 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Bring the whole family to create a masterpiece inspired by outer space with chalk pastels! Recommended for children and families.

FCPS Snack

Mon, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 3:15pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

FCPS provided afternoon snack.

Let's Learn Crochet!

Mon, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

A beginner crochet workshop for older kids. Hooks and yarn provided. Registration Required. We ask that caregivers stay in program with their kiddos to be an extra set of helping hands!

U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test

Mon, Jun 09, 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.

Pokémon Trainer Meet Up

Mon, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Meet and hang out with other Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to trade or play, or chill out with a craft. For ages 5 and up. No registration required.

Cancelled

Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation

Mon, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch

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

Kentucky Down Under Animal Encounter

Tue, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For grades K-5. No registration required.

Toddler Storytime

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Baby Storytime

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

Central Library

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

Preschool Storytime

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Open STEAM Play

Tue, Jun 10, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

Tue, Jun 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.

Kentucky Down Under Animal Encounter

Tue, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For grades K-5. No registration required.

Pink Pony Beads - for teens

Tue, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Decorate your keys with a pony bead animal or your house with a GIANT LIZARD you make yourself, while listening to LGBT+ pop icon of the summer Chappell Roan! Ages 14 - 19, registration required.

FCPS Snack

Tue, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 3:15pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

FCPS provided afternoon snack.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Animal Building Challenges

Tue, Jun 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to use LEGO bricks and various materials to design and build creative animal habitats, along with the animals that live in them. Recommended for ages 8-17.

Evening Storytime

Tue, Jun 10, 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 inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, Jun 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

Kentucky Down Under Animal Encounter

Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For grades K-5. No registration required.

Kentucky Down Under Animal Encounter

Wed, Jun 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For grades K-5. No registration required.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Baby Storytime

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Toddler Storytime

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

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, Jun 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jun 11, 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.

Open STEAM Play

Wed, Jun 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

Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio

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

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Kentucky Down Under Animal Encounter

Wed, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For grades K-5. No registration required.

Rainbow Dream Catchers

Wed, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Create a colorful Rainbow Dream Catcher! We'll weave a dreamy web and decorate with tassels, beads and more. While supplies last! No Registration Required.

Under the Sea: Craft Together

Wed, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Make some ocean themed crafts and relax!

FCPS Snack

Wed, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 3:15pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

FCPS provided afternoon snack.

KRM Citizenship Class

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Finding Your Female Ancestors - Genealogy with Johnna

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Researching your female ancestors can be difficult. Women can be hard to track because of the standard practice of changing their surnames after marriage.

Kentucky Down Under Animal Encounter

Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For grades K-5. No registration required.

Rainbow Walking Tour

Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Central Library

A short walk to discover Lexington's LGBTQ+ history

Registration opens Sunday, May 25 2025 at 9:00am

Open STEAM Play

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Toddler Storytime

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

Baby Storytime

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

Northside Branch

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

Drop-In Resume Workshop

Thu, Jun 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Create an eye-catching resume using the latest technology. (Bring a list of previous work experience if possible.)

Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio

Thu, Jun 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.

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Family Fun Drive-In Movie

Thu, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Bring a cardboard box to the library for summer drive-in movie fun! Cardboard boxes will be transformed into cars using provided supplies. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers with caregivers.

Create a Rainbow Windchime

Thu, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Exercise your creativity by making a rainbow windchime to celebrate Pride Month. Recommended for ages 6-12. No registration required. While supplies last.

Summer Cinema - Burlesque

Thu, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Camp classics, comedies, & musicals! Oh my!

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Free Plant Giveaways! - With: Fayette County Extension & Master Gardeners

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

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come to the library to get free plants for your garden! *One plant/seek pack per person. While supplies last. Begins May 8. Registration requested.

Squash, Pumpkins & Gourds

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

Northside Branch - Classroom

Kristen Pearson of Glitter Green Thumb will walk attendees through growing an at-home pumpkin patch in this FREE workshop. Registration requested.

FCPS Snack

Thu, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 3:15pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

FCPS provided afternoon snack.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Animal Building Challenges

Thu, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to use LEGO bricks and various materials to design and build creative animal habitats, along with the animals that live in them. Recommended for ages 8-17.

ESOL Conversation Group

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

Northside Branch - Classroom

Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.

Evening Family Storytime

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

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Jazz at the Library

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

Central Library

Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.

ESOL Conversation Group

Fri, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Preschool Storytime

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

Eric Carle Book Party

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

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

Come and celebrate the world of Eric Carle, author and illustrator of favorites like The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See.

Baby Storytime

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Toddler Storytime

Fri, Jun 13, 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, Jun 13, 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, Jun 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.

Horror Murder Movie Club - Dead Ringer

Fri, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Special Friday the 13th Showing

Friday Art

Fri, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Story Room

Come make some art in the afternoon! This process art program is for Kindergarten-5th grade. No registration is required.

FCPS Snack

Fri, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 3:15pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

FCPS provided afternoon snack.

STEAM Lab Maker Station

Fri, Jun 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Rainbow Walking Tour

Sat, Jun 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library

A short walk to discover Lexington's LGBTQ+ history

Registration opens Sunday, May 25 2025 at 9:00am

Open STEAM Play

Sat, Jun 14, 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, Jun 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

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

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

Sat, Jun 14, 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.

Songs of Kentucky's Civil War - A discussion with Dr. James Claypool

Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Popular songs from the North and the South

Forensics Fun

Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us to become detectives for a day, using forensic science techniques like fingerprint analysis and clue-solving in fun activities! For ages 8-17. Registration Required

Registration opens Monday, May 19 2025 at 9:00am

Books, Talks & Kid Librarians!

Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Ever wanted to be a Kid Librarian? Join us for a fun event at Eastside Library where we celebrate past Kid Librarians and invite new ones to join!

Hooked on Books - LGBTQ+ Centered

Sat, Jun 14, 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.

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

Sun, Jun 15, 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.

Kevin Lane Dearinger - Sharing a Life through Memoir and Verse

Sun, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us in hearing selected readings from Kevin Lane Dearinger's memoirs, plays, and poetry, followed by a discussion of autobiography as a bridge to shared, not exclusive, experiences.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Open STEAM Play

Mon, Jun 16, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Preschool Storytime

Mon, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 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.

Explore Gravity

Mon, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Can you defy gravity? Find out with art and science challenges. For ages 5 and up. No reservations required.

Galaxy Slime

Mon, Jun 16, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us to have a blast making galaxy slime by mixing glue, vibrant colors, and a touch of sparkle to create a stretchy, space-inspired creation! For Children ages 8-17. Registration Required

Registration opens Monday, May 19 2025 at 9:00am

FCPS Snack

Mon, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 3:15pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

FCPS provided afternoon snack.

Chapters & Chatter

Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join us at Chapters & Chatter, Eastside's new book club for tweens! For our first meeting we will play icebreaker games and receive our first book. (For tweens).

Registration opens Sunday, June 1 2025 at 9:00am

U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test

Mon, Jun 16, 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.

Pride Flag Pom Pom Garlands

Mon, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Stop by the Beaumont Branch to make a pom pom garland in the colors of your Pride Flag - or whatever colors you want!

Cancelled

Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation

Mon, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch

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

Toddler Storytime

Tue, Jun 17, 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.

Baby Storytime

Tue, Jun 17, 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.

Preschool Storytime

Tue, Jun 17, 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.

Open STEAM Play

Tue, Jun 17, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio

Tue, Jun 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.

A Juneteenth Jubilation! - Celebrate historical independence day, that is Juneteenth.

Tue, Jun 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us at Eastside Branch to celebrate Juneteenth with games, music and historical time capsules!

Patch That Hat

Tue, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Express yourself and get ready for summer! Personalize your own bucket hat with a mix of patches! WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. No registration required.

Summer Cinema - Scooby-Doo

Tue, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Camp classics, comedies, & musicals! Oh my!

FCPS Snack

Tue, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 3:15pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

FCPS provided afternoon snack.

Chess Club

Tue, Jun 17, 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 - Paper Engineering Challenges

Tue, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to build towers, bridges and more with paper! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Juneteenth Open Mic

Tue, Jun 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Lift your voice and celebrate Juneteenth!

Evening Storytime

Tue, Jun 17, 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 inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, Jun 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

After Hours Laser Tag - for Tweens & Teens

Tue, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Northside Branch

Explore the library after it closes in an action-packed game!

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Pac-Man 45th Anniversary Celebration at the Library!

Friday, May 164:30pm - 5:30pm

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