Northside Digital Studio Open House

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Thu, Jun 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch

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

Thu, Jun 19, 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.

Fri, Jun 20, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Fri, Jun 20, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Lexington Children's Theatre: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

Fri, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jun 20, 10:00am - 10:45am

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

The Lexington Children's Theatre presents Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, an enchanting and engaging play for preschoolers and up. No registration required.

Fri, Jun 20, 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.

Fri, Jun 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jun 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Fri, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Lexington Children's Theatre: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

Fri, Jun 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.

Fri, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

The Lexington Children's Theatre presents Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, an enchanting and engaging play for preschoolers and up. No registration required.

Jaws: 50th Anniversary Showing - (PG-13)

Fri, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

A Horror Murder Movie Club Special Event

Friday Art

Fri, Jun 20, 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.

Family Maker Time - Windsocks

Fri, Jun 20, 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.

Fri, Jun 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Come celebrate the beginning of summer by making your own personalized windsocks with the whole family.

Sat, Jun 21, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Lexington Children's Theatre: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

Sat, Jun 21, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Sat, Jun 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

The Lexington Children's Theatre presents Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, an enchanting and engaging play for preschoolers and up. No registration required.

Podcast Studio Skills Workshop

Sat, Jun 21, 10:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch - Audio Booth,Digital Studio,Production Studio,Video Editing Booth

In this hands-on workshop, build your podcast production skills with professional production tips using the equipment, spaces and software in the Northside Digital Studio.

This event is full

Sat, Jun 21, 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

Black Voices Book Club - A book club to discuss literary works by black authors.

Sat, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Dungeons & Dragons

Sat, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Dungeons & Dragons

Sat, Jun 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Eastside Branch

Monthly discussion of books written by black authors. Meets Every 3rd Saturday. Library Copies available upon request at the Eastside Branch. eBooks and eaudiobooks available on Libby.

Watercolor Club - Paint With Us!

Sat, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

Horror Murder Movie Club - Nightbreed (R)

Sat, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Pride Month Horror

Lexington Children's Theatre: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

Sat, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

The Lexington Children's Theatre presents Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, an enchanting and engaging play for preschoolers and up. No registration required.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Paper Engineering Challenges

Sat, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Cancelled

Around The World Book Challenge - Book Club

Sat, Jun 21, 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, Jun 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Tates Creek Branch

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.

Sun, Jun 22, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Sun, Jun 22, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a Quilt Block a Month

Sun, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Sun, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Quilting materials provided while supplies last. Hand sewing required. Please register and plan to attend.

Mon, Jun 23, All day

Eastside Branch

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

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Jun 23, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Mon, Jun 23, 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.

Mon, Jun 23, 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

Mon, Jun 23, 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.

Mon, Jun 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Let's Play... Game Day - Quick Games - Boggle, Tapple, Jenga, Connect Four and more

Mon, Jun 23, 11:30am - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Mon, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Drop into the Beaumont Branch for an hour of classic games and socializing for adults! This week we will play games that are quick: Boggle, Tapple, Jenga, Connect Four and more.

Preschool Astronaut Training

Mon, Jun 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us for Preschool astronaut activities that will spark young imaginations as kids explore the galaxy through hands-on STEAM experiences and creative play.

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

Mon, Jun 23, 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.

Cancelled

Mon, Jun 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.

Mon, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

Sing and dance along with award winning children's musician Jim Gill, live in concert! For families. No registration required.

Tue, Jun 24, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Tue, Jun 24, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Sing and dance along with award winning children's musician Jim Gill, live in concert! For families. No registration required.

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jun 24, 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

Tue, Jun 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.

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Sing and dance along with award winning children's musician Jim Gill, live in concert! For families. No registration required.

Cancelled

Movie/Makers: Mean Girls & Mini Canvases - for teens

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library

Join us for our free family movie matinee series this summer on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays!

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room,Large Meeting Room

Makers and movie fans unite! Join us for a showing of a film you voted for, and a craft to go along with it.

Summer Cinema - Wicked (PG)

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Camp classics, comedies, & musicals! Oh my!

Library Social Hour - Rock Painting for Adults

Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Create decorations for your garden or treasures to find. For all skill levels. Join others in a relaxed setting to socialize and participate in interactive activities, games or crafts.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Perler Beads

Tue, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to use colorful Perler beads to create fun designs, for unique decorations, keychains, or keepsakes. Recommended for ages 8-17.

Reading Rainbow: Teen Storytime - Read With Pride!

Tue, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Oh, the nostalgia! We're introducing Reading Rainbow remixed for teens! Join us for a unique and retro experience! This program is for teen participants (15+)

In Conversation with Jennifer Longworth - Building a Strong Podcast

Tue, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion about how local podcaster and author Jennifer Longworth built Bourbon Barrel Podcasting. Learn about the ins and outs of starting, producing, and growing your podcast.

Laser Engraving Workshop

Tue, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for a class on creating engraving designs. During this workshop we will go through the design process and make custom bookmarks. For ages 13+ only

This event is full

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, Jun 24, 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.

Tue, Jun 24, 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.

Wed, Jun 25, All day

Eastside Branch

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

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Wed, Jun 25, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Wed, Jun 25, 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.

Preschoolers Make Rainbow Toast

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Your little one loves to play with their food, and this is the one time it's okay! No registration required. Recommended for preschoolers and their caregivers.

Wed, Jun 25, 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.

Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Wed, Jun 25, 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.

Wed, Jun 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

Sensory Friendly Play - Beach Party

Wed, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Wed, Jun 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Beaumont Branch

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!

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Sing and dance along with award winning children's musician Jim Gill, live in concert! For families. No registration required.

Get Crafty: Recycled Book Hedgehog

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Join us for our free family movie matinee series this summer on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays!

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Use a recycled paperback book to make an adorable hedgehog! All materials provided. For kids age 6-12 while supplies last.

Hip-Hop & Poetry Teen Workshop - Hip-Hop & Poetry - With Tony Wavy

Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch

Join us as we create an original piece (song, rap, or poem), record it, design album art, and share in a live mini showcase. Summer at the Library!

Workshop Wednesday

Wed, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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)

Cancelled

KRM Citizenship Class

Wed, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch

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

Cancelled

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

Wed, Jun 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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.

Wed, Jun 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

Blue Grass True Crime Book Club - Black Night for the Bluegrass Belle

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Sing and dance along with award winning children's musician Jim Gill, live in concert! For families. No registration required.

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Central Library - Kentucky Room

A dark and bloody book club

Thu, Jun 26, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Thu, Jun 26, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central Library - Farish Theater

Sing and dance along with award winning children's musician Jim Gill, live in concert! For families. No registration required.

Thu, Jun 26, 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

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jun 26, 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.

Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Drop-In Resume Workshop

Thu, Jun 26, 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.)

Thu, Jun 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.

Pride Month Matinee - Last Gospel of the Pagan Babies (Not Rated)

Thu, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Teen Rainbow Crafting

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Celebrate Pride Month with a variety of rainbow crafts!

Spy Science

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us as we learn some science tricks all super spies should know, and make some gadgets to help on missions! Ages 8-12. Registration required.

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

A special showing of the Lexington documentary

Hip-Hop & Poetry Teen Workshop - Hip-Hop & Poetry - With Tony Wavy

Thu, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch

Join us as we create an original piece (song, rap, or poem), record it, design album art, and share in a live mini showcase. Summer at the Library!

Cancelled

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch

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 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

Little Chef of the Month

Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join us at Little Chef of the Month!

This event is full

STEAM Lab Drop In - Perler Beads

Thu, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to use colorful Perler beads to create fun designs, for unique decorations, keychains, or keepsakes. Recommended for ages 8-17.

Create Like Eric Carle

Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Learn how Eric Carle created the pictures in his beloved books. Dress for mess. For ages 4-8. No registration required.

Intermediate Cricut Class

Thu, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Join us to learn how to design, cut and apply heat transfer vinyl to make a custom canvas bag, using the Cricut Machine.

This event is full

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Thu, Jun 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jun 26, 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.

Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Fri, Jun 27, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Fri, Jun 27, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Northside Digital Studio Open House

Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jun 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Northside Branch - Audio Booth,Digital Studio,Podcast Studio,Production Studio,Video Editing Booth

Join us at the Northside Digital Studio Open House to explore our state-of-the-art digital media spaces including our brand-new Podcast Studio! See how you can bring your projects to life.

Fri, Jun 27, 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.

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Fri, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Northside Digital Studio Open House

Fri, Jun 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.

Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Northside Branch - Audio Booth,Digital Studio,Podcast Studio,Production Studio,Video Editing Booth

Join us at the Northside Digital Studio Open House to explore our state-of-the-art digital media spaces including our brand-new Podcast Studio! See how you can bring your projects to life.

Fri, Jun 27, 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.

Teen Zines

Fri, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Flex your creative muscles and find out how to create your own mini zine. For ages 12 and up. No registration required.

Sat, Jun 28, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Sat, Jun 28, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Sat, Jun 28, 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 28, 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!

Sketchbook Meetup - Adult Art Club

Sat, Jun 28, 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.

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Do you miss the fun of afterschool art clubs from childhood? Come hang out and sketchbook with us to improve your skills and get in touch with your creativity! All skill levels encouraged!

Beaumont Dungeons and Dragons

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us at Beaumont for a game of Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you've never played or you're a Dungeon Master, all players ages 11 and up are welcome. No registration required.

Lego Club

Sat, Jun 28, 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

Elvis Movie Screening: Jailhouse Rock (Not Rated)

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Relive years past with a screening of Jailhouse Rock, starring Elvis Presley and Judy Tyler! Wearing black and white clothing is encouraged but not required.

MS. NORA WILLIAMS FROM MADDOXTOWN documentary short film

Sat, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

MS. NORA WILLIAMS FROM MADDOXTOWN is a documentary short film by Eli Scarr detailing aspects of everyday life in the rural, African-American hamlet of Maddoxtown, located in Fayette County, Kentucky.

Sun, Jun 29, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Sun, Jun 29, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Take & Make Kids Craft - Animal Paper Plate Art

Sun, Jun 29, 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.

Paint with Pride!

Sun, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Use the colors of your Pride flag to inspire a masterpiece! We'll utilize recycled materials and fun color palettes to create an abstract painting you can display with pride. Registration suggested.

This event is full

Mon, Jun 30, 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 3-6 years old.

Mon, Jun 30, All day

Eastside Branch

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

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Jun 30, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Mon, Jun 30, 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.

Mon, Jun 30, 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

Mon, Jun 30, 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.

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

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Rescheduled

Mon, Jun 30, 2:30pm - 5:00pm

New date Monday, June 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Northside Branch

Come in and cool down with a good movie! Ages 8 & up, no registration required.

Galaxy Bath Bombs

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us to create galaxy bath bombs, we will combine ingredients to observe reactions while experimenting with color, scent, and sparkle. For Middle and High School. Registration Required.

Summerween Party!

Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Can't wait for Halloween? Let's celebrate it in the summer! Come in costume and enjoy some spooky summery crafts and activities. For ages 5 and up. No registration required.

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

Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come in and cool down with a good movie! Ages 8 & up, no registration required.

Mon, Jun 30, 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.

VR Drive Time

Mon, Jun 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Roam a virtual city and practice your driving skills with a driving simulator!

Learn to Paint

Mon, Jun 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Learn to paint by following along with videos from YouTube.

This event is full

Cancelled

Eastside Children's Scavenger Hunt

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

Northside Branch

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.

Tue, Jul 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.

Tue, Jul 01, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Tue, Jul 01, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Tue, Jul 01, 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!

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Tue, Jul 01, 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.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Paper Airplanes & Rockets

Tue, Jul 01, 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

Camp Read S'more!

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us at Eastside Branch for Camp Read S'more! Here, you can tell stories, read, sing campfire songs and build s'mores. While supplies last.

Tue, Jul 01, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create paper rockets & airplanes! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Somos Heroes Screening

Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A,First Floor Paseo

Join us for the premiere of the animation workshop Somos Heroes. Watch the students unveil their final quest at the Marksbury Family Branch!

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, Jul 01, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

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

Tue, Jul 01, 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 Putt-Putt Golf - for Tweens & Teens

Tue, Jul 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Northside Branch

Explore the library after it closes in an exciting game of putt-putt golf!

This event is full

Wed, Jul 02, All day

Eastside Branch

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

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Wed, Jul 02, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Wed, Jul 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.

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 02, 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.

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Wed, Jul 02, 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.

Wed, Jul 02, 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

Alien Invasion

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Have an out of this world time at our World UFO Day celebration with crafts, activities, and UFO trivia. For ages 5 and up. No reservations required.

Guess Who?: Mystery Animals

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Join us for our free family movie matinee series this summer on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays!

Blackout Poetry

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us to create poetry using pages from a book and "black out" words on the page, leaving only the words that express what needs to be said. Transforming one piece of art into another!

Wed, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

Can you guess these mystery animals? Use clues and biofacts to explore different kinds of Kentucky wildlife with folks from Raven Run.

Cancelled

KRM Citizenship Class

Wed, Jul 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch

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, Jul 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

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

Wed, Jul 02, 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.

Wed, Jul 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

Thu, Jul 03, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Thu, Jul 03, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Thu, Jul 03, 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

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jul 03, 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.

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Fourth of July Party

Thu, Jul 03, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Celebrate the 4th a day early with patriotic games and activities. Recommended for K through 5th grade. No registration required.

Thu, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

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

Thu, Jul 03, 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. Ask Master Gardeners any gardening questions. Registration requested.

Next Chapter Book Club

Thu, Jul 03, 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.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Paper Airplanes & Rockets

Thu, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create paper rockets & airplanes! Recommended for ages 8-17.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Thu, Jul 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jul 03, 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.

The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club

Thu, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Rescheduled

Thu, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

New date Thursday, July 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch

Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "Raven Black" by Anne Cleeves.

Cancelled

Fri, Jul 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch

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

Sat, Jul 05, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Sat, Jul 05, All day

Eastside Branch

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

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

Sat, Jul 05, 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

Sat, Jul 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Story Area

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

Eastside Dungeons and Dragons

Sat, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Adult Crafternoon - Paper magazine beads!

Sat, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Get crafty at Eastside!

Wildflower Resin Coasters

Sat, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Northside Craft Club

Sat, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Calling all craft lovers! Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting! Northside Craft Club meets monthly.

Registration opens Thursday, June 19 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Jul 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room B

Join us to make your own piece of art with epoxy resin and dried flowers! For middle and high school. Registration required.

This event is full

Sun, Jul 06, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Bite Club - 250Lex Sister Cities Edition

Sun, Jul 06, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Sun, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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, Jul 06, 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.

Cooking Demonstration; Kentucky Hot Brown - Adventures in DIY

Sun, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Join us as we discover the origins of this well loved sandwich.

This event is full

Sunday Stitching

Sun, Jul 06, 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.

Frida Kahlo Plant Pot

Sun, Jul 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Celebrate Artist Frida Kahlo's birthday!

Registration opens Sunday, June 29 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jul 07, All day

Eastside Branch

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

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Jul 07, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Mon, Jul 07, 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.

Mon, Jul 07, 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

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch - Story Room

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

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Eastside Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the coming school year.

Rescheduled

Mon, Jul 07, 2:30pm - 5:00pm

New date Monday, July 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Northside Branch

Come in and cool down with a good movie! Ages 8 & up, no registration required.

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come in and cool down with a good movie! Ages 8 & up, no registration required.

Kids Bingo

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Central Library

Bingo games for kids in elementary or middle school. Come try your luck!

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

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Eastside Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the coming school year.

Tween Travel: Australia

Mon, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Virtually visit Australia at the library with VR headsets and other fun activities! For ages 8 and up. No registration required.

Mon, Jul 07, 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.

Adult Anime Club

Mon, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

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

Mon, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.

Tue, Jul 08, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Healthy Living With Diabetes: 4-Part Series - presented by the LFUCG Health Department

Tue, Jul 08, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us to learn new information, tools and skills to manage your diabetes every day.

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Eastside Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the coming school year.

Tue, Jul 08, 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

Over and Under the Pond - with Bluegrass Greensource

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Join us for our free family movie matinee series this summer on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays!

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Explore pond life with a storywalk and hands-on activities. Presented by our friends at Bluegrass Greensource. For families. No registration required.

Neon Silent Disco - for teens

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

You glow! We're breaking out the neon for a silent disco, where the music is optional, but the fun isn't! Plus, play a round of neon golf, make a glow painting, or go bowling.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Building Challenges

Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Eastside Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the coming school year.

Tue, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to build with Legos, Keva Planks and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Eastside Book Club

Tue, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss The Lost City of Z by David Grann!

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

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

Tue, Jul 08, 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.

Wed, Jul 09, All day

Eastside Branch

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

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Wed, Jul 09, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Wed, Jul 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.

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Meet and take your picture with some special heeler sisters from down under as they visit the Central Library! For families. No registration required.

Wed, Jul 09, 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.

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Wed, Jul 09, 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.

Taste of College: School of Journalism and Media - with University of Kentucky

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Eastside Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the coming school year.

Lego Movie Afternoon

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Vote on which Lego movie to watch, then enjoy the winner while playing with Legos! All movie options are rated PG. For ages 5-12. No registration required.

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Curious about what college classes are really like? Taste of College is a fun and interactive program designed to give middle and high school students a sneak peek into the college experience!

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Eastside Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the coming school year.

Cancelled

KRM Citizenship Class

Wed, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch

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, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Central Library - Farish Theater,Meeting Room B

Meet and take your picture with some special heeler sisters from down under as they visit the Central Library! For families. No registration required.

Wed, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Wed, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

Thu, Jul 10, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Thu, Jul 10, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater,Meeting Room B

Meet and take your picture with some special heeler sisters from down under as they visit the Central Library! For families. No registration required.

Thu, Jul 10, 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.

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Superhero Training Academy

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Eastside Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the coming school year.

Drop-In Resume Workshop

Thu, Jul 10, 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.)

Shark Party

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch

End Shark week with a splash and join us for a shark party! We'll have shark slime, games and have a FIN-tastic time!

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room

Come along, caped crusaders! Take part in crafts and activities that will prepare you to fight evil wherever it lurks! Program open to ages 6-12.

Etiquette 101 - How to Arrange Your Dinner Table

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Ever wondered how an informal table setting compares to a formal five-course one? Come find out and learn table manners tips with Family & Consumer Sciences Extension at the University of Kentucky!

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Meet and take your picture with some special heeler sisters from down under as they visit the Central Library! For families. No registration required.

Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

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

Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

STEAM Lab Drop In - Building Challenges

Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Eastside Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the coming school year.

Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to build with Legos, Keva Planks and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Thu, Jul 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jul 10, 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.

The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club

Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Thu, Jul 10, 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 "Raven Black" by Anne Cleeves.

Jazz at the Library

Thu, Jul 10, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.

Fri, Jul 11, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Fri, Jul 11, All day

Eastside Branch

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

Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jul 11, 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.

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Eastside Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the coming school year.

DIY Hot Sauce

Fri, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come learn how to make your own fermented hot sauces with seasonal produce and start your own jar to take home!

This event is full

Friday Art

Fri, Jul 11, 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, Jul 11, 3:00pm - 3:15pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

FCPS provided afternoon snack.

Fri, Jul 11, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Calling all Educators. The Eastside Makerspace is opening its doors to help you prepare for the coming school year.

Create Custom 3D- Printed Stamps

Fri, Jul 11, 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.

Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Northside Branch - Audio Booth,Digital Studio,Production Studio,Video Editing Booth

Design your own stamp and bring it to life using 3D printing in the Northside Digital Studio.

Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival - Zandy's Bride (PG)

Sat, Jul 12, 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

Sat, Jul 12, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Part of the fifteenth annual Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival.

Make Your Own Paper - With Live Green Lexington

Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join Live Green Lexington to create paper out of recycled materials to learn about sustainability and creativity! For ages 8-17. Registration Required.

Beginning Genealogy Workshop - presented by Daughters of the American Revolution

Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join this workshop in person or online to learn how to get started with genealogy research, including what to look for and where, including getting past pitfalls and roadblocks that can occur.

Lexington Food Memories - Writing Workshop with Sylvia Lovely

Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join Sylvia to celebrate Lexington's 250th anniversary by exploring the town's rich food stories through favorite restaurants, memorable meals, and cherished traditions!

Registration opens Saturday, June 28 2025 at 9:00am

Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival - Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid (R)

Sat, Jul 12, 2:45pm - 4:47pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Part of the fifteenth annual Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival.

Hooked on Books - Disability Pride

Sat, Jul 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large 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.

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

Sun, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Pawpaw Tasting Party

Sun, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Stop by the Beaumont Branch to learn about pawpaw trees, fruit, and do a tasting of some pawpaw treats.

Take & Make Kids Craft - Mandala Window Craft

Mon, Jul 14, 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 6 and older.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Mon, Jul 14, 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.

The Science of Weather with Jason Lindsey

Mon, Jul 14, 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

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Discover the science of weird and wacky weather with "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey! For grades K-5. No registration required.

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch - Story Room

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

Preschool Science Lab

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,Large Meeting Room

Chemistry, geology, physics, astronomy... explore them all in this interactive science experience for preschoolers. No registration required.

The Science of Weather with Jason Lindsey

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Discover the science of weird and wacky weather with "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey! For grades K-5. No registration required.

Can YOU solve the mystery? - Use your detective skills to solve a mystery

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Follow the clues and see if you can solve the mystery.

Urban Ecosystem Exploration

Mon, Jul 14, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab for this special summer two-part series! Explore urban ecology by investigating soil, plants, and more. For middle and high school. Registration required.

Cancelled

The Science of Weather with Jason Lindsey

Mon, Jul 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.

Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

Discover the science of weird and wacky weather with "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey! For grades K-5. No registration required.

Healthy Living With Diabetes: 4-Part Series - presented by the LFUCG Health Department

Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us to learn new information, tools and skills to manage your diabetes every day.

The Science of Color with Jason Lindsey

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Join "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey for brilliant experiments with color! For grades K-5. No registration required.

Tue, Jul 15, 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.

Preschoolers Explore: Bugs

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Learn all about bugs with hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 3-5 with caregiver. No registration required.

What Makes a Good Job? - with KHEAA

Tue, Jul 15, 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

Canva Basics

Tue, Jul 15, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for an introductory class on using canva design tools for graphic design projects. for ages 13+

Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 12:30pm

Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Most people want to have a good job when they grow up, but do you know how to achieve that? We will talk about what makes a good job, how to get it, and give you the tools you need to succeed.

The Science of Color with Jason Lindsey

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey for brilliant experiments with color! For grades K-5. No registration required.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Rainbow Watercolor

Tue, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about the science behind rainbows & then create a colorful painting inspired by them! Recommended for ages 8-17.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Tue, Jul 15, 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.

Tue, Jul 15, 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.

The Science of Color with Jason Lindsey

Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Join "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey for brilliant experiments with color! For grades K-5. No registration required.

EARLY BIRD BOOK CLUB with Kentucky Humanities Council - 2025 Kentucky Reads title Savory Memories

Wed, Jul 16, 9:30am - 10:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

Explore our culinary heritage with Jacqueline Hamilton to discuss Savory Memories: Kentucky Foodways, a unique blend of personal narrative, memories, and recipes through the lens of Kentucky authors.

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL

Wed, Jul 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.

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Jul 16, 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.

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Wed, Jul 16, 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.

TikTok Dancing at the Library

Wed, Jul 16, 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

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

TikTok dancers of all levels are welcome to join us for selfie stations at the library to capture your best TikTok worthy dance moves. No registration required.

Taste of College: Department of Physics & Astronomy - with University of Kentucky

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Join us for our free family movie matinee series this summer on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays!

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room

Curious about what college classes are really like? Taste of College is a fun and interactive program designed to give middle and high school students a sneak peek into the college experience!

Urban Ecosystem Exploration

Wed, Jul 16, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab for this special summer two-part series! Explore urban ecology by investigating soil, plants, and more. For middle and high school. Registration required.

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

Wed, Jul 16, 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.

Wed, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

Adults Make Slime!

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Slime isn't just for kids... Drop in and make some slime! For adults. Registration required.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 2 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Jul 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

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Stuffed Animal Home

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

Make a comfy spot for a favorite friend

Preschool Space Camp

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Explore life as an astronaut gathering moon rock samples, preparing space food, practicing your moon walk, making a jet-pack and more. Recommended for preschoolers age 3-5 and caregivers.

Thu, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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. Ask Master Gardeners any gardening questions. Registration requested.

STEAM Lab Drop In - Rainbow Watercolor

Thu, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about the science behind rainbows & then create a colorful painting inspired by them! Recommended for ages 8-17.

Eastside Dungeons and Dragons

Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais

Thu, Jul 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Check Meowt Book Club - Night of the Living Cat

Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Thu, Jul 17, 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.

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Sensory Friendly Play - At the Restaurant

Fri, Jul 18, 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.

Fri, Jul 18, 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!

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Fri, Jul 18, 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.

Friday Art

Fri, Jul 18, 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.

Over the Rainbow - Teen Bash

Fri, Jul 18, 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.

Gallery Hop

Fri, Jul 18, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Central Library - Gallery

Food truck, live music, special games and activities, and a new art exhibit.

Fri, Jul 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Get locked in the library for an after hours Wizard of Oz bash, with a Wicked watch party, themed crafts, photo ops, and more! For ALL teens 13 - 18, registration required

Digital Illustration - Procreate Basics

Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Northside Branch - Audio Booth,Digital Studio,Production Studio,Video Editing Booth

In this Northside Digital Studio workshop, we'll be going over some helpful drawing tips and techniques along with exploring Procreate as you learn the basics you need to create amazing pieces of art!