Kentucky Down Under

Sun, Sep 08, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

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

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

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

Registration is now closed

Sun, Sep 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.

Comida y Cuentos/ Snacks and Stories

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Have a snack while you read, sing, and play in both English and Spanish. For families. No registration required.

Queer Car Workshop

Sun, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

An opportunity for LGBTQIA+ people to teach one another about basic car mechanics!

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Northside Branch

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

Mon, Sep 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.

Classic Movie Series - The Royal Tenenbaums

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Mon, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Stop by Central for a screening of a classic movie in the Farish Theater!

U.S. Citizenship Class

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Informational: Construction Trades Learning Program - Interested in learning a skilled trade?

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension and conversation practice. For adults.

Mon, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

Attend an informational meeting to learn more about the library's new self-paced online construction trades learning program. Application process will be discussed. Registration required.

Beaumont Book Discussion Group

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

Central Library

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

Tue, Sep 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

The title selected for September 10 is "Small Mercies" by Dennis Lehane.

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Tue, Sep 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.

Laser Engraving Workshop

Tue, Sep 10, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Join us in the Eastside Makerspace to learn about laser engraving and how to create designs to engrave. During this class we will create a design that will be engraved on custom wooden ink pens.

This event is full

STEAM Lab Drop In: Play Sports with Robots

Tue, Sep 10, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to play sports with robots! We will use Spheros to play soccer, Ozobots to play football and more. For Grades 3-12.

TeenTuesday - DIY Honey Body Scrub

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

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Let's learn make a sugar and honey scrub that's simple and good for your skin.

Teen Craft: Clay Dragon Eyes

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Teens and tweens can drop in to the Beaumont Branch to sculpt dragon eyes out of air dry clay! Materials provided while supplies last.

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

Central Library

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Central Library

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

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - 3D Printing Class

Wed, Sep 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.

Wed, Sep 11, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Join us to learn how to search, download and slice a design for the 3d printer! Acompáñenos para aprender a buscar, descargar y cortar un diseño para la impresora 3D.

Crafternoon - Patterned Paper Wreaths

Wed, Sep 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.

Wed, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

A simple yet pretty indoor wreath in fall-patterned paper to get into the spirit of autumn! While supplies last. No registration required.

STEAM Lab Maker Station

Wed, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

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

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Wed, Sep 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.

Adventures in DIY - Classical Snack and Paint

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Celebrate classical music month as you snack and paint to tunes by Dvorak, Vivaldi and more!

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Sep 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.

Preschool Art Start - Dot Day Fun

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Thu, Sep 12, 11:00am - 11:45am

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Budding preschool artists and their caregivers can explore art using a variety of materials and styles.

Un-Assigned Reading - Homeschool Book Club

Thu, Sep 12, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

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

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Sep 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.

Homeschool STEAM

Thu, Sep 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Spanish Movies for All Ages

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

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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STEAM Lab Drop In: Play Sports with Robots

Thu, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to play sports with robots! We will use Spheros to play soccer, Ozobots to play football and more. For Grades 3-12.

Let's Read: Radiant Child by Javaka Steptoe

Thu, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by listening to the story "Radiant Child" by Javaka Steptoe and paint a mural inspired by Jean Michele Basquiat. Recommended for families with children ages 6+

Tween Academy with UK 4-H Youth Development - Careers in Agriculture-Let's Make Soy Lip Balm!

Thu, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch

Join us for Tween Academy, our monthly program!

Adulting 101

Thu, Sep 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room B

Life doesn't come with instructions, but we can help! Whether you're new to living on your own or planning to leave the nest soon, come learn about different life skills at this series of workshops.

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

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Informational: Construction Trades Learning Program - Interested in learning a skilled trade?

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

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Sep 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Attend an informational meeting to learn more about the library's new self-paced online construction trades learning program. Application process will be discussed. Registration required.

Mystery Community

Thu, Sep 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly mystery book club! This month's pick is "The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels" by Janice Hallett.

Jazz at the Library - Isaac Stephens Quartet

Thu, Sep 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.

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

Central Library - Farish Theater

Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.

Fri, Sep 13, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Sep 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.

Fri, Sep 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.

Fri, Sep 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.

Horror Murder Movie Club - Freddy vs. Jason

Fri, Sep 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.

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

Central Library - Farish Theater

A Special Friday the 13th Treat

Preschoolers Explore: Eastside Construction Crew

Fri, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us for "Preschoolers Explore: Eastside Construction Site" where kids will build with blocks, magnatiles, Lincoln logs, and more, fostering creativity and fun!

Create: Lucky Crafts

Fri, Sep 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Does Friday the 13th have you feeling nervous? Come relax and make some crafts meant to bring good luck! For ages 6-12. No registration required.

Create: Open Studio - Medieval Stained Glass

Sat, Sep 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Not an artist? Not a problem! We provide the art supplies, you provide the creativity during this open art program.

Sewing into Korean Dress: Hanbok!

Sat, Sep 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace,Children's Program Room

Join us for sewing classes to learn about sewing and Korean culture. We will make simple versions of the traditional Korean dress, the Hanbok.

Registration is now closed

Horror Murder Movie Club - Ravenous

Sat, Sep 14, 1:30pm - 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, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

You are who you eat.

Crafternoon - Patterned Paper Wreaths

Sat, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

A simple yet pretty indoor wreath in fall-patterned paper to get into the spirit of autumn! While supplies last. No registration required.

Teen STEAM - Bullet Journaling, Bracelets, and Data Science

Sat, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about using bullet journals to track personally meaningful data in fun and creative ways. For middle and high school. Registration recommended.

Cozy Cottagecore Book Club

Sat, Sep 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Sun, Sep 15, 1:30pm - 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 - Hand-sew a quilt block each month.

Sun, Sep 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

This event is full

Classical Music Sunday - The Four Seasons by Antonio Vivaldi

Sun, Sep 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Live classical music the third Sunday of every month.

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Mon, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Mon, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

Mon, Sep 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.

Learn about Tenant and landlord Rights, Laws and Protections - Kentucky Fair Housing Council and Legal Aid of the Bluegrass

Mon, Sep 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.

Mon, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Representatives from Kentucky Fair Housing Council and Legal Aid of the Bluegrass will present information and answer questions about Rental Housing issues in Lexington and Central Kentucky.

Teen Advisory Board

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

Eastside Branch - Teen Space

Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!

U.S. Citizenship Class

Mon, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Learn about Tenant and landlord Rights, Laws and Protections - Kentucky Fair Housing Council and Legal Aid of the Bluegrass

Mon, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Representatives from Kentucky Fair Housing Council and Legal Aid of the Bluegrass will present information and answer questions about Rental Housing issues in Lexington and Central Kentucky.

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension and conversation practice. For adults.

Tue, Sep 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.

Tue, Sep 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.

Tue, Sep 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.

Homeschool Hangout

Tue, Sep 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Discover the beauty of nature as the seasons change. Enjoy stories about the great outdoors and engage in leaf crafts and nature scavenger hunts.

Tue, Sep 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.

STEAM Lab Drop In: Ocean Cleanup Challenge

Tue, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about ocean pollution while we create devices that will cleanup an "ocean" in a tub. For Grades 3-12.

Teen Tuesday - Paint Party: Hispanic Heritage Month Edition

Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Tue, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Come and celebrate Hispanic heritage month, we'll jam to our favorite Latine artist and try to recreate Adrian Hernandez AKA Ugly Primo's iconic album artwork for Un Verano SIn Ti.

Small Business Owner Spotlight - Celebrating Hispanic Heritage

Tue, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Central Library

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

Tue, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 6:15pm

Marksbury Family Branch

Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month featuring discussions and culinary work from a Puerto Rican woman-owned business.

Early Bird Book Discussion Group - This month we discuss John Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath

Wed, Sep 18, 9:30am - 10:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Wed, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Wed, Sep 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Central Library

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

Wed, Sep 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Sep 18, 11:00am - 11:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Sep 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Preschoolers Explore Libraries

Wed, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Wed, Sep 18, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Learn about libraries with fun activities and lots of pretend play! Make your own pretend library card! For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. No registration required.

STEAM Lab Maker Station

Wed, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Discover: Mexico's Volcanoes

Wed, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with science! We'll also discover legends about Mexico's volcanoes. For grades K-5. No reservations required.

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

Wed, Sep 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Wed, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Senior Social Hour - Introduction to Chinese Calligraphy

Thu, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northside Branch

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

Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Explore: Messy Play!

Thu, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

Have fun with messy play for toddlers and preschoolers! Dress for mess!

Preschool Art Start: Pablo Picasso with Paint and Playdough

Thu, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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

Thu, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Preschoolers will create art with paint and playdough inspired by Spanish artist Pablo Picasso to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Recommended for children age 3-5 and caregivers.

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

STEAM Lab Drop In: Ocean Cleanup Challenge

Thu, Sep 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about ocean pollution while we create devices that will cleanup an "ocean" in a tub. For Grades 3-12.

Eastside Dungeons and Dragons

Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Little Chef of the Month

Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Get ready to mix, bake, and enjoy delicious foods from around the world! This month we will learn how to pack our own lunches. Registration Required. For tweens (8-12).

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Rope Runner

Thu, Sep 19, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Girls in 4th and 5th grade join us for a fun STEAM activity and make your own rope runner. Express your creativity and decorate your rope runner, while you learn about weights, balance, and more!

Fiber Happy Hour

Thu, Sep 19, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch

Bring your own project or just an idea! All fiber crafts are encouraged to join, including knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, weaving, needlepoint, cross-stitch, punch needle, and more. Located at the Makerspace at Eastside Ages 13+ All skill levels welcome.

Thu, Sep 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Check Meowt Book Club - The Black Cat & Other Tales by Edgar Allan Poe

Thu, Sep 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lexington Humane Society - Habicattery Room

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

This event is full

Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

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

Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Sep 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, Sep 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, Sep 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.

Gallery Hop - Craig Kaviar Retrospective

Fri, Sep 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.

Fri, Sep 20, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Central Library - Gallery

Live music, trivia contest, food by Pasta Garage, and a new exhibit featuring the metal sculpture of Louisville artist Craig Kaviar.

Trivia Night

Fri, Sep 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Central Library

Central Library Trivia IN 3D!

Forensics: The Science of Crime

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

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Provided by the Cincinnati Museum Center

Special Topics in Family History Research - Mining Chancery Court Records with Jessica Herrington

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

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Kentucky Court records are filled with invaluable history about our state's past, its inhabitants, and its events. Learn how to research Chancery or equity court records to learn details.

Best Practices for Preserving Family Media

Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Northside Branch - Digital Studio

Join Alyssa Ollier from the Kentucky Historical Society for this workshop covering basic digitization and digital preservation.

Create! Sparkling Suncatchers

Sat, Sep 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Make a beautiful suncatcher with sparkling beads and special beads that change color in the sun! Learn how those special beads work.

English Paper Piecing

Sat, Sep 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Join us in the Eastside Makerspace to learn the hand quilting technique of English Paper Piecing.

Dungeons & Dragons

Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 4:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

Dungeons & Dragons

Forensics: The Science of Crime

Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Analyze human skull replicas to determine the sex and ethnicity of a fictional victim.

Kentucky Legends: Jean Ritchie - Kentucky Chautauqua

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

Central Library

Presented by Kentucky Humanities, Rachel Lee Rogers portrays Jean Ritchie. This program is part of Kentucky Legends, a series exploring our state's culture, history, and lore.

Black Voices Book Club

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

Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Cancelled

Black Voices Book Club

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

Eastside Branch

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

Forenscis - The Science of Crime

Sat, Sep 21, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

Disney Pin Trading Event

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

New venue Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Disney Pin Trading Event--Let's do some more trading!

Chess Club

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area

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

Sat, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Provided by the Cincinnati Museum Center

Classic Movie Series - Amores Perros

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

Central Library - Farish Theater

Stop by Central for a screening of a classic movie in the Farish Theater for Hispanic Heritage Month!

Sun, Sep 22, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

Adventures in DIY - Paw Print String Art

Sun, Sep 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

Celebrate your furry friend by making string art dedicated to them!

Registration opens Sunday, September 15 2024 at 9:00am

Not Too Old For Neverland Book Club: Adults Reading Kidlit

Sun, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Central Library - Meeting Room B

Are you an adult who likes to read children's books? Together we will find that door to fairyland, ask interesting questions, and get to know some children's books.

Mon, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Northside Branch

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

Mon, Sep 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.

Make It Mondays - DIY Sticker Collage

Mon, Sep 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, Sep 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension and conversation practice. For adults.

Beaumont Book Discussion Group

Tue, Sep 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, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

The title selected for September 24 is "How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water" by Angie Cruz.

Tue, Sep 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, Sep 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, Sep 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.

STEAM Lab Drop In: Geometric Line Art

Tue, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore math with art! We will create colorful art using rulers and lines. For Grades 3-12.

TeenTuesday - Paint Your Own Cantarito de Barro

Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage month as we paint our own cantaritos de barro.

Laser Engraving Workshop

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

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Join us in the Eastside Makerspace to learn about laser engraving and how to create designs to engrave. During this class we will create a design that will be engraved on custom wooden ink pens.

This event is full

Teen Craft: Guatemalan Worry Dolls

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

Central Library

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

Tue, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making Guatemalan Worry Dolls!

Wed, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Wed, Sep 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, Sep 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, Sep 25, 11:00am - 11:45am

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Wed, Sep 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.

Young English Learners Book Club

Wed, Sep 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.

STEAM Lab Maker Station

Wed, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

Wed, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

Career Panel: Information Technology and Cybersecurity - Learn from professionals in these high-demand fields

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Wed, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Hear from expert practitioners in the highly sought after fields of Information Technology and Cybersecurity!

Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - 3D Printing Class

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

Join us to learn how to search, download and slice a design for the 3d printer! Acompáñenos para aprender a buscar, descargar y cortar un diseño para la impresora 3D.

Registration opens Sunday, September 15 2024 at 5:00pm

Classic Movie Series - Sin Nombre

Wed, Sep 25, 5:15pm - 6:45pm

Central Library - Farish Theater

Stop by Central for a screening of a classic movie in the Farish Theater for Hispanic Heritage Month!

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

Thu, Sep 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, Sep 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.

Let's Move: Hispanic Heritage

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

Hispanic Heritage Month for the little ones! Enjoy crafts, music, and other activities for toddlers and preschoolers.

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Sep 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.

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

STEAM Lab Drop In: Geometric Line Art

Thu, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

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

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore math with art! We will create colorful art using rulers and lines. For Grades 3-12.

Full STEAM Ahead: Artificial Heart

Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by creating your own artificial heart, an invention of Argentinian surgeon, Domingo Liotta. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Create: Wacky Watercolors

Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us for a process art program exploring how to combine watercolors with various materials to create unique pieces of art. Dress for mess! Recommended for ages 6-10.

Teen Zine Workshop - with Kaitlyn Hill

Thu, Sep 26, 4:30pm - 7:00pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Learn how to craft your story through zines, with local romance author Kaitlyn Hill!

Adulting 101

Thu, Sep 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room B

Life doesn't come with instructions, but we can help! Whether you're new to living on your own or planning to leave the nest soon, come learn about different life skills at this series of workshops.

Thu, Sep 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Informational: Construction Trades Learning Program - Interested in learning a skilled trade?

Thu, Sep 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

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

Online Program - Online Program

Attend an informational meeting to learn more about the library's new self-paced online construction trades learning program. Application process will be discussed. Registration required.

Thu, Sep 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, Sep 27, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Sep 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, Sep 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, Sep 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.

Design and Branding Decoded with Octane Design Studio

Fri, Sep 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.

Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Northside Branch - Digital Studio

Join Danielle of Octane Design Studios as they explore some of their favorite marketing and branding projects to help you crack the code on your next digital marketing design project.

Chair Yoga

Sat, Sep 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

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

Genealogy Club - Dawes Rolls

Sat, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Kentucky Room

A brief introduction to Native American research

Lego Club

Sat, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

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

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

Sat, Sep 28, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace

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

Family STEAM Time

Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Teen Cyanotype Workshop

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

Eastside - Porch

Join us for a teen cyanotype workshop! Teen Patrons (and young adults) can come and learn about the cyanotype photography process while making their own print to take home! *registration required*

Sat, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northside Branch - Story Room

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

Art Attack! - Medieval Stained Glass

Sat, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library

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

Cancelled

Switch It Up Saturday

Sat, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Tates Creek Branch

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

Pop Up Court - with Grand Success Academy

Sat, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Tates Creek Branch

Work with the Talented Minds group to hone your mental toughness and ball with trained athletes!

HallowSTEAM: Glowing Science Experiments

Sat, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create glow in the dark bouncy balls and lava lamps! For Grades 3-12. Registration required. (A HallowSTEAM and Teentober program)

Registration opens Saturday, September 14 2024 at 9:00am

Sun, Sep 29, 1:30pm - 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.

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

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

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

Sun, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

LGBTQ+ Board game club meeting

Bite Club: A Cookbook Club

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

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Bite Club: A Cookbook Club

Mon, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Northside Branch

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

Mon, Sep 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.

Let's Move: Play-Doh Party

Mon, Sep 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.

Mon, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us for our Play-Doh Party! Kids of all ages can enjoy free sculpting, creating Play-Doh food, and molding animals.

Discover: Guatemala and Worry Dolls

Mon, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with folk art.

Let's Create Sikus! - Pan flute creations originating in the Andes!

Mon, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

Let's celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by creating Siku pan flues and discover Andean art, culture and music!

Discover: Guatemala

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

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by visiting Guatemala, exploring the ruins, and learning some Guatemalan crafts. For grades K-5. No reservations required.

HallowSTEAM: Glow Painting

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM lab to make glowing paint masterpieces under black lights! For grades 3-12. Registration required. (A HallowSTEAM and Teentober program)

Registration opens Saturday, September 14 2024 at 9:00am

Learn To Paint

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

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Learn to paint by following along with videos. Paints, brushes, and canvas will be provided.

Registration opens Tuesday, September 10 2024 at 5:00pm

Informational: Construction Trades Learning Program - Interested in learning a skilled trade?

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension and conversation practice. For adults.

Mon, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Attend an informational meeting to learn more about the library's new self-paced online construction trades learning program. Application process will be discussed. Registration required.

Tue, Oct 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, Oct 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, Oct 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.

Escape From Crystal Cove! - Murder Mystery Escape Room

Tue, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Calling all Scooby Doo fans! This TeenTober you can help the Scooby gang solve their latest case! Registration required.

Baby University - Book Club and Social Hour

Tue, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us as we read Splish, Splash, Baby by Karen Katz and discuss bath time and how to make it fun and safe.

TeenTober Nature Art Contest - with Fayette County Conservation District

Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Want to see your art in print?

Spooky Dioramas

Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room B

Join us to kick off fall break and TeenTober to build a spoooooky diorama! (registration required, for teens and tweens)

Registration opens Tuesday, September 10 2024 at 9:00am

HallowSTEAM: Glow Slime

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create glow in the dark slime! For Grades 3-12. Registration required. (A HallowSTEAM and Teentober program)

Registration opens Saturday, September 14 2024 at 9:00am

TeenTuesday - Super Smash Bros Tournament

Tue, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Tue, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Choose your favorite character and join us for friendly competition for our first Super Smash Bros tournament. There will be prizes.

Eastside Book Club

Tue, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join us as we discuss Artemis by Andy Weir!

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

Central Library

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

Wed, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Wed, Oct 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, Oct 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, Oct 02, 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.

HallowSTEAM: Light Painting Photography

Wed, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Makerspace at Eastside. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Large Format Printer and more. Or bring your own project to work on in the space. Visit lexpublib.org/makerspace for more details on equipment available.

Create: Paper Pumpkins

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

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Just in time for fall, make a paper pumpkin, two different ways. Unleash your creativity!

Somos Heroes

Wed, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

'Somos Heroes' is an animation workshop focused on teaching Spanish-speaking and bilingual teens the basics of animation, character design, and story telling. Registration required.

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us to celebrate Teentober by exploring light painting photography. We'll use long exposure and lights to create photos with glowing messages & designs! For Grades 6-12. Registration Required.

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

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study 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.

Thu, Oct 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, Oct 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.

Mean Girls Double Feature

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

Thu, Oct 03, 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Central Library

"On October 3rd, he asked me what day it was." Celebrate TeenTober with a Mean Girls Double Feature! Mean Girls (2004) at 12:30 Mean Girls (2024) at 2:30

Let's Play - Giant Board Games

Thu, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Makerspace at Eastside. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Large Format Printer, and more. Or bring your own project to work on in the space. Visit lexpublib.org/makerspace for more details on the equipment available.

Thu, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Tempur Sealy Children?s Discovery Zone

Play giant versions of the board games you love. Recommended for grades K-5. No registration required.

Family Movie Afternoon: Lego Batman!

Thu, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come play with Legos while we watch The Lego Batman Movie. Superhero costumes encouraged! For families. No registration required.

Sensory Friendly Watch & Play: Cars

Thu, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Enjoy watching "Cars" with dimmed lights, a comfortable volume, and PLENTY of sensory toys! Open to anyone who has difficulty with a traditional movie viewing atmosphere.

Rescheduled

Teen Zine Workshop - with Kaitlyn Hill

Thu, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Thursday, September 26, 4:30pm - 7:00pm

Eastside Branch

Learn how to craft your story through zines, with local romance author Kaitlyn Hill!

Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills

Thu, Oct 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!

Thu, Oct 03, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

Thu, Oct 03, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Mystery Community

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

Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room

Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly mystery book club!

Thu, Oct 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.

Fri, Oct 04, 10:00am - 11:30am

Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room

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

Fri, Oct 04, 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 Coder Time - Technology Petting Zoo

Fri, Oct 04, 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, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Meeting Room D

Introduce computational thinking and free coding resources to kids during our preschool Coder Time.

TeenTober Renaissance Faire

Fri, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 6:30pm

Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Fri, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Come one, come all to a Renaissance Faire at the library!

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

Fri, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Story Area

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

Puzzle Swap

Sat, Oct 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library - Reference Area

Drop off your old puzzles at the Central Branch to receive a ticket to swap with a new one on October 5th! One ticket for each puzzle received!

Nurturing Creativity Workshop with Jenny Leigh Hodgins

Sat, Oct 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Northside Branch - Digital Studio

Explore the keys to nurturing creativity with author Jenny Leigh Hodgins as she engages in hands-on activities to spark your creative flow and sign copies of her latest books.

Preschoolers Explore: Latine Artists

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with your preschooler while they explore different art mediums and make their own art inspired by famous Latine Artists. No registration required. Dress for mess.

Explore: Sensory Social Time

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

Central Library - Children's Department Play Space

Sensory play and social time designed to be inclusive, autism friendly, and fun for everyone! Designed for children who have a developmental age of approximately 2-5 years. ALL children are welcome!

Eastside Dungeons and Dragons

Sat, Oct 05, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

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

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

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

Hooked on Books- Books about Books

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

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

Hooked on Books is a book club for people who want to join a book club, but want to choose what books they read. Stop by to discuss your recent read and get recommendations in new genres.

Chess Club

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area

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

Sun, Oct 06, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside Branch

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

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

Sun, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Northside Branch - Classroom

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

This event is full

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

Central Library

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

Mon, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom

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

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

Northside Branch

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

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A

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

Mon, Oct 07, 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.

Somos Heroes

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

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

'Somos Heroes' is an animation workshop focused on teaching Spanish-speaking and bilingual teens the basics of animation, character design, and story telling. Registration required.

U.S. Citizenship Class

Mon, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room

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

TEENtober: Giant Clue

Mon, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Immerse yourself in the classic mystery game!

Registration opens Monday, September 16 2024 at 9:00am

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

Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension and conversation practice. For adults.

Beaumont Book Discussion Group

Tue, Oct 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, Oct 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

Join us on October 8 to discuss the first half of Abraham Verghese's "The Covenant of Water."

Tue, Oct 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, Oct 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.

STEAM Lab Drop In: Glow in the Dark Perler Beads

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

Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab make glow in the dark perler beads creations! For Grades 3-12. (A HallowSTEAM and Teentober program)

LPL Digital Resources Workshop

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space

Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!

Discover Illusions

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Learn about and create your own optical illusions and see if you can master the impossible! For grades K-5. No reservations required.

Teen Tuesday - Capoeira

Tue, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage by learning some basic capoeira moves and music led by Professor Charuto of Volta por Cima.

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

Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

An introduction to the various digital resources offered by the Lexington Public Library, from our eLibrary to online databases!