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Second Saturday Gaming
2023-07-08 10:00:00 2023-07-08 16:00:00 America/New_York Second Saturday Gaming The whole family can drop-in to learn to play board games, like chess and others that can be borrowed from the Lexington Public Library.  Requests for specific games to be played can be emailed to: awasielewski@lexpublib.org. Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Saturday, July 08
10:00am - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-07-08 10:00:00 2023-07-08 16:00:00 America/New_York Second Saturday Gaming The whole family can drop-in to learn to play board games, like chess and others that can be borrowed from the Lexington Public Library.  Requests for specific games to be played can be emailed to: awasielewski@lexpublib.org. Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Beaumont Branch

Large Meeting Room

The whole family can drop-in to learn to play board games, like chess and others that can be borrowed from the Lexington Public Library.  Requests for specific games to be played can be emailed to: awasielewski@lexpublib.org.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Games & Gaming |

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Beaumont Branch
Phone: 859-231-5500
Hours
Mon, Sep 18 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 19 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Sep 20 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Sep 21 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Sep 22 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 23 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 24 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Beaumont Branch is located in Beaumont Centre off Harrodsburg Road near New Circle Road.

Upcoming Events

Preschoolers Explore: Honey Bees
Thu, Sep 21, 10:45am - 11:45am
Central Library
Enjoy a variety of reading, art, and play activities featuring honey and honey bees in honor of national honey month! For toddlers and preschoolers.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Sep 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 21, 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.
Preschool Yoga Storytime
Thu, Sep 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
A movement focused storytime for preschoolers and their caregivers.
Destination Kindergarten: Superheroes
Thu, Sep 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5.
Makerspace Open Studio
Thu, Sep 21, 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.
LPL After School
Thu, Sep 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Thu, Sep 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Robotics
Thu, Sep 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to have fun with Sphero robotics! For Grades 3-12.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Sep 21, 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.
Discover: Bears
Thu, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Get ready for Fat Bear Week with hands-on activities. For families. No registration required.
K-Pop Culture Club
Thu, Sep 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Come and join us every third Thursday at the K-Pop Culture Club at Central Library.
Fiber Happy Hour
Thu, Sep 21, 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.
Presentation Party
Thu, Sep 21, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Tates Creek Branch
Share your interests, practice public speaking and meet new friends!
Rescheduled
Presentation Party
Thu, Sep 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
New date Thursday, September 21, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Tates Creek Branch
Share your interests, practice public speaking and meet new friends!
Sweet & Spicy Romance Book Club
Thu, Sep 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Calling all romance lovers!
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Sep 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills. 
Baby Storytime
Fri, Sep 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for babies 0 - 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Sep 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Sep 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Canceled
FCPS Preschool Classroom On Wheels
Fri, Sep 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Village Branch
Children can explore the FCPS Preschool Classroom On Wheels in the parking lot following storytime and engage with developmentally appropriate materials, books, and activities. Come join the fun!
Makerspace Open Studio
Fri, Sep 22, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
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.
LPL After School
Fri, Sep 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Fri, Sep 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
Beginner Canva design workshop
Sat, Sep 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Learn how to use Canva to create digital marketing items from professional photographer and graphic designer Shiretha Chantal.
This event is full
Destination Kindergarten: Superheroes
Sat, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in self-directed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3-5. No registration required.
Rescheduled
Smartphone Photography - Learn and Practice New Skills
Sat, Sep 23, 11:00am - 3:00pm
New date Saturday, September 23, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
Learn and practice techniques for better smartphone photography. Registration is recommended. Please bring your phone, charging cord and your curiosity.
Bilingual Storytime - World Language Storytime in Japanese and English
Sat, Sep 23, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Tsukimi meaning "moon-viewing," is a Japanese festival honoring the autumn moon. In September, we will read a book in English and Japanese and celebrate "Tsukimi" together by making Dango.
Smartphone Photography - Learn and Practice New Skills
Sat, Sep 23, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Learn and practice techniques for better smartphone photography. Registration is recommended. Please bring your phone, charging cord and your curiosity.
DIY Mini Hanging Fairy Garden Workshop
Sat, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Create your own enchanting world with our Mini Hanging Fairy Garden Workshop.
This event is full
Rescheduled
Horror Murder Movie Club - Death Becomes Her
Sat, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Saturday, September 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Immortality has unintended consequences!
STEAM Lab: Lego Club
Sat, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create with Lego! We will have a fun challenge each session. For Grades 3-12.
Learn Scrabble with #1 Ranked Scrabble Player Mack Meller
Sat, Sep 23, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Stop by Beaumont to learn from the best, Mack Meller, #1 ranked Grandmaster of North America. Folks will have the opportunity to play Scrabble while Mack gives pointers about strategy and word play.
Kid's Cafe
Sat, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Youth and their caregivers can enjoy self-directed enrichment activities like reading, board games, arts, crafts, and more! Snacks provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry.
Kids Cafe
Sat, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Village Branch
Youth and their caregivers can enjoy self-directed enrichment activities like reading, board games, arts, crafts, and more! Snacks provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry.
Art Attack! - Hispanic Heritage Month Focus: Tarsila Do Amaral
Sat, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
Join us to learn about a new artist or art form every month, and create a unique work inspired by the style (with a touch of your own!).
Paws to Read - Read to a Therapy Dog
Sat, Sep 23, 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.
Rescheduled
Family Movie Matinee - The Super Mario Brothers Movie
Sun, Sep 24, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Sunday, September 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Join us for a free family film on select Sunday afternoons!
Family Movie Matinee - The Super Mario Brothers Movie
Sun, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Join us for a free family film on select Sunday afternoons!
Segregated by Design
Sun, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
New venue Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
This program is part of Undesign the Redline.
ESOL English Classes
Mon, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills. Classes are free to everyone. Registration is not required.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Sep 25, 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.
Destination Kindergarten: Colors
Mon, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 25, 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.
LPL After School
Mon, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Mon, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
KRM Free Citizenship Class
Mon, 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.
Make It Mondays: Making Comic Strips
Mon, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Let your inner artist and author shine as we dive into the world of comic book writing and illustrations. Write and draw your own story with friends!
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Sep 26, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 26, 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.
Destination Kindergarten - Colors
Tue, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5.
LPL After School
Tue, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
LPL After School
Tue, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Investigating Insects
Tue, Sep 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn all about insects! For Grades 3-12.
Community Reads Book Discussion: - The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein
Tue, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
This program is part of Undesign the Redline, an interactive exhibit exploring the history of structural racism and inequality. Copies of the book are available at each location.
Teen Sensory Hour
Tue, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch
Teens are invited to drop in between 4-5:00pm to unwind and engage their senses with fidget toys, water beads, ASMR videos, and more!
CivicLex: How to advocate for issues on the local level
Tue, Sep 26, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Something in Lexington you want to change? You can learn to advocate on the local level! Learn about our legislative process, tips for organizing around an issue, and best practices for advocacy work.
ESOL English Classes
Wed, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills. Classes are free to everyone. Registration is not required.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 27, 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.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Sep 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 27, 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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Wed, Sep 27, 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.
LPL After School
Wed, Sep 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Wed, Sep 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
Family Movie Night at the Drive-In!
Wed, Sep 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Create your own car using cardboard boxes, paper plates, and more. Then sit back and enjoy the show! For families. While supplies last.
KRM Free Citizenship Class
Wed, Sep 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Village Branch - 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. Registration is NOT required.
ESOL - English Conversation group
Wed, Sep 27, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every other week.  This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English.  Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting.
The Power of Hip Hop Workshops
Wed, Sep 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Lexington Public Library and the African American Arts Association are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Sep 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 28, 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.
Destination Kindergarten: Colors
Thu, Sep 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5.
Makerspace Open Studio
Thu, Sep 28, 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.
LPL After School
Thu, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Thu, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Investigating Insects
Thu, Sep 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn all about insects! For Grades 3-12.
Let's Play: Giant Candy Land
Thu, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an immersive board game experience! Move around the board to explore Candy Land and collect treats on your way to Castle Candy!
Let's Create: Origami
Thu, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Learn how to do origami. For grades K-8. No registration required.
Let's Read and Cook with a Book - Holy Squawkamole!
Thu, Sep 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with a fun book written by Susan Wood and a delicious recipe. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration Required.
Taller para compradores de vivienda por primera vez - (First Time Home Buyer Workshop - in Spanish)
Thu, Sep 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Village Branch
This program is part of Undesign the Redline.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Thu, Sep 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills. 
Baby Storytime
Fri, Sep 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for babies 0 - 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Sep 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Let's Move: Preschool Latin Dance Party
Fri, Sep 29, 11:00am - 11:45am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by dancing to Latin music. For toddlers and preschoolers. No registration required.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Sep 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Fri, Sep 29, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
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.
LPL After School
Fri, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Fri, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
Kid's Cafe
Sat, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Youth and their caregivers can enjoy self-directed enrichment activities like reading, board games, arts, crafts, and more! Snacks provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry.
Kids Cafe
Sat, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Village Branch
Youth and their caregivers can enjoy self-directed enrichment activities like reading, board games, arts, crafts, and more! Snacks provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration - Celebración del Mes de la Herencia Hispana
Sat, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Join Village branch for a special musical performance by Lexington mariachi José Rivera. Free event. Registration not required.
Eastside Children's Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Oct 01, 9:30am - 7:00pm
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.
International Movie Club - El Norte
Sun, Oct 01, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Join us for Gregory Nava's classic film about two young Guatemalans and their harrowing trek north through Mexico to reach the United States.
Bite Club: A Cookbook Club for Food Lovers
Sun, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get out of your cooking comfort zone in Bite Club: A Cookbook Club for Food Lovers. A new theme or cuisine will be represented by an array of cookbooks each meeting.
ESOL English Classes
Mon, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills. Classes are free to everyone. Registration is not required.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Village Branch
Chair Yoga is an excellent way to gently stretch and strengthen the body. This yoga class is targeted for beginners, but people of all experience levels are welcome. Registration required.
LPL After School
Mon, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
Pokemon Crafternoon
Mon, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us for a Pokemon "crafternoon" at Central! There will be options for a variety of crafts featuring Pokemon characters. Crafts will target the K-5th grade age group.
LPL After School
Mon, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
TeenTober: beTWEEN Screens
Mon, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Enjoy screen-free fun!
Discover: Blood and Bones
Mon, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Bring a body (your body?) to life by learning about blood and bones with activities and crafts. For K-5th grade. No registration required.
The Power of Hip Hop Fall Break sessions
Mon, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Lexington Public Library and the African American Arts Association are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop.
KRM Free Citizenship Class
Mon, 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.
Beaumont Book Discussion Group
Tue, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
The book selected for October 3 is "Lady Tan's Circle of Women" by Lisa See.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Destination Kindergarten
Tue, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5.
HallowSTEAM: Glow Slime
Tue, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to make glow slime to celebrate HallowSTEAM and fall break! For Grades 3-12. Registration is required.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
LPL After School
Tue, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Tue, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
TeenTober: beTWEEN Screens
Tue, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Enjoy screen-free fun!
TeenTober: Build a Haunted Gingerbread House
Tue, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Join us to build a spoooooky haunted gingerbread house out of graham crackers!
The Power of Hip Hop Fall Break sessions
Tue, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Lexington Public Library and the African American Arts Association are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop.
TeenTober Teen Banned Book Club: Flamer
Tue, Oct 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us at Lexington Public Library for a mindful discussion of a recently banned or challenged book and the topics surrounding it. This month's selection: Flamer by Mike Curato
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Tue, Oct 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Practice reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. For kindergarten through middle school. No registration required.
ESOL English Classes
Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills. Classes are free to everyone. Registration is not required.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Makerspace Open Studio
Wed, Oct 04, 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.
Just in Time Equity Dialogue
Wed, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Each week in Oct, KY State University's 4-H Youth Development Program will provide a lesson on Diversity, Inclusion, and Cultural Sensitivity. This program is part of Undesign the Redline. For teens.
Discover: Hojalata (Tin) Art and Worry Doll
Wed, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with folk art. Try your hands on tin art, make a worry doll (Muñeca Quitapenas) and check out books about Hispanic culture. Recommend for kids K-5th grade.
HallowSTEAM: Glow Painting
Wed, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create glow paintings to celebrate fall break and HallowSTEAM! For Grades 3-12. Registration is required.
LPL After School
Wed, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Wed, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
TeenTober: beTWEEN Screens
Wed, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Enjoy screen-free fun!
Get Ready for the Eclipse
Wed, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Village Branch
Learn how to view the upcoming eclipse and make an eclipse craft. For grades K-5 and their caregivers. No registration required.
The Power of Hip Hop Fall Break sessions
Wed, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Lexington Public Library and the African American Arts Association are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop.
KRM Free Citizenship Class
Wed, Oct 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Village Branch - 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. Registration is NOT required.
TeenTober: Fried Rice Party - for teens & young adults
Wed, Oct 04, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Let's get cooking!
ESOL - English Conversation group
Wed, Oct 04, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every other week.  This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English.  Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Let's Play Outside!
Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Central Library
Come play outside at Central Library while school is out! We will host a variety of outdoor games and activities! This program is weather dependent and will be moved inside in case of weather.
Preschool Yoga Storytime
Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
A movement focused storytime for preschoolers and their caregivers.
Canceled
Destination Kindergarten: Transportation
Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5. 
Destination Kindergarten: Colors
Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5.
Makerspace Open Studio
Thu, Oct 05, 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.
Fall Job Fair
Thu, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Attend the Library's job fair to connect with your next career!
TeenTober Open Gaming
Thu, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch
An open gaming session where teens can explore experiences and games on the Oculus VR, or play some games on the Nintendo switch.
HallowSTEAM: Glow STEAM
Thu, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to celebrate HallowSTEAM and fall break with various hands-on activities that have a cool glowing aspect! For grades 3-12.
Alma's Way Party
Thu, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special screening of "Alma's Way." Our friends from KET will provide hands-on activities. For families. No registration required.
LPL After School
Thu, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Thu, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
TeenTober: beTWEEN Screens
Thu, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Enjoy screen-free fun!
The Power of Hip Hop Fall Break sessions
Thu, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Lexington Public Library and the African American Arts Association are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop.
TeenTober Non-Required Reading - Community Reads: Teen Edition
Thu, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
This program is part of Undesign the Redline. This is an interactive exhibit exploring the history of structural racism and inequality.
The Mystery Community: A Book Club
Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly mystery book club! Light refreshments provided; for adults. This month's pick is The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff.
Tree Week - Environmental Board Games
Fri, Oct 06, 9:30am - 6:00pm
Central Library
Drop in to Central's Teen department (second floor) anytime during Lexington's 6th annual Tree Week and play an environmentally themed board game. Event is also part of LPL's TeenTober.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills. 
Fall Break Movie Matinee - Encanto & Coco
Fri, Oct 06, 10:30am - 12:15pm
Central Library
Join us on Friday, October 6 for a couple selected films to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month. "Encanto" from 10:30-12:15 & "Coco" from 1-2:45. For families. Day camp group please call ahead, thanks.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Oct 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for babies 0 - 18 months.
Bilingual Storytime/Hora de cuentos bilingüe
Fri, Oct 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Disfrute de libros, música y actividades que promueven la preparación para la escuela. Enjoy books, music, and activities that promote school readiness.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Oct 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Fri, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
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.
Fall Break Movie Matinee - Encanto & Coco
Fri, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:45pm
Central Library
Join us on Friday, October 6 for a couple selected films to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month. "Encanto" from 10:30-12:15 & "Coco" from 1-2:45. For families. Day camp group please call ahead, thanks.
LPL After School
Fri, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Fri, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
TeenTober: beTWEEN Screens
Fri, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Enjoy screen-free fun!
The Power of Hip Hop Fall Break sessions
Fri, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Lexington Public Library and the African American Arts Association are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop.
Paws to Read - Read to a Therapy Dog
Fri, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting 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. No registration required.
Tree Week - Environmental Board Games
Sat, Oct 07, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Central Library
Drop in to Central's Teen department (second floor) anytime during Lexington's 6th annual Tree Week and play an environmentally themed board game. Event is also part of LPL's TeenTober.
Spooky Creations - Create your own 3D printed spooky souvenir!
Sat, Oct 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Join us in the Digital Studio as we use the 3D printer to make our own spooky trinkets, keychains, jewelry, and more! Registration is required. For Grades 3-12. Families welcome.
Sensory Social Time
Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Enjoy sensory play, social time, and lightly guided activities for children with sensory needs and their caregivers. Designed with ages 2-5 in mind. Reservation required.
Destination Kindergarten: Colors
Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in self-directed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3-5. No registration required.
Makerspace Open Studio
Sat, Oct 07, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Full Stem Ahead: It's Eclipse Time!
Sat, Oct 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Professional astronomers from UK will explain the annular solar eclipse on Oct.14. Solar eclipse glasses available while supplies last. Weather permitting, we will observe the sun. (Teentober)
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Oct 07, 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.
Horror Murder Movie Club - Trick 'r Treat
Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Don't extinguish your Jack-o-Lantern before midnight!
Community Reads Book Discussion: The Color of Law
Sat, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
This program is part of Undesign the Redline.
Kid's Cafe
Sat, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Youth and their caregivers can enjoy self-directed enrichment activities like reading, board games, arts, crafts, and more! Snacks provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry.
Kids Cafe
Sat, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Village Branch
Youth and their caregivers can enjoy self-directed enrichment activities like reading, board games, arts, crafts, and more! Snacks provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry.
Tree Week - Environmental Board Games
Sun, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Drop in to Central's Teen department (second floor) anytime during Lexington's 6th annual Tree Week and play an environmentally themed board game. Event is also part of LPL's TeenTober.
Makerspace Open Studio
Sun, Oct 08, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Rescheduled
Walking Tour - Walk the Redline
Sun, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Sunday, October 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
This program is part of Undesign the Redline.
TeenTober Craft: Metal Stamping
Sun, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Drop in between 2:00-4:00 and stamp a metal keychain with your name or other meaningful word or symbols. For teens.
Tree Week - Environmental Board Games
Mon, Oct 09, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Drop in to Central's Teen department (second floor) anytime during Lexington's 6th annual Tree Week and play an environmentally themed board game. Event is also part of LPL's TeenTober.
ESOL English Classes
Mon, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills. Classes are free to everyone. Registration is not required.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Destination Kindergarten: Space
Mon, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Oct 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.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Oct 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Village Branch
Chair Yoga is an excellent way to gently stretch and strengthen the body. This yoga class is targeted for beginners, but people of all experience levels are welcome. Registration required.
LPL After School
Mon, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Mon, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
KRM Free Citizenship Class
Mon, Oct 09, 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.
Tree Week - Environmental Board Games
Tue, Oct 10, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Drop in to Central's Teen department (second floor) anytime during Lexington's 6th annual Tree Week and play an environmentally themed board game. Event is also part of LPL's TeenTober.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 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.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Oct 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.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 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.
Destination Kindergarten - Space
Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5.
STEAM Lab: Homeschool STEAM
Tue, Oct 10, 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.
LPL After School
Tue, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
LPL After School
Tue, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Candy Pumpkin Catapults
Tue, Oct 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab as we celebrate HallowSTEAM by creating catapults to launch candy pumpkins! For Grades 3-12
Community Reads Book Discussion: - The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein
Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of Richard Rothstein's award-winning book, "The Color of Law." This program is part of Undesign the Redline.
TeenTober Art: Watercolor Straw Painting
Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Drop in between 4-5:00pm to create a unique work of art with liquid watercolors on photo paper. For teens.
Tree Week - Environmental Board Games
Wed, Oct 11, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Drop in to Central's Teen department (second floor) anytime during Lexington's 6th annual Tree Week and play an environmentally themed board game. Event is also part of LPL's TeenTober.
ESOL English Classes
Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills. Classes are free to everyone. Registration is not required.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Wed, Oct 11, 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.
LPL After School
Wed, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Wed, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
Open Mic Night featuring Makalani Bandele
Wed, Oct 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Share your poetry, spoken word performance and more! Content should be appropriate for teens and adults and limited to 3-4 minutes. www.makbandele.com (This event is part of TeenTober)
KRM Free Citizenship Class
Wed, Oct 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Village Branch - 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. Registration is NOT required.
Just in Time Equity Dialogue
Wed, Oct 11, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
This program is part of Undesign the Redline.
ESOL - English Conversation group
Wed, Oct 11, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every other week.  This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English.  Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting.
A Raisin in the Sun
Wed, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of "A Raisin in the Sun." This program is part of Undesign the Redline.
Tree Week - Environmental Board Games
Thu, Oct 12, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Drop in to Central's Teen department (second floor) anytime during Lexington's 6th annual Tree Week and play an environmentally themed board game. Event is also part of LPL's TeenTober.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Oct 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 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.
Destination Kindergarten - Space
Thu, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5.
Makerspace Open Studio
Thu, Oct 12, 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.
LPL After School
Thu, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Thu, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
Create: Pointillism Art
Thu, Oct 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Create a work of art sing the technique of pointillism. Your only limit is your imagination! For ages 6-12 years.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Candy Pumpkin Catapults
Thu, Oct 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab as we celebrate HallowSTEAM by creating catapults to launch candy pumpkins! For Grades 3-12
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Thu, Oct 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Zine Club
Thu, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch
Bring your own zine project or just an idea! We will have a variety of supplies and templates available so you can make your zine.  Makerspace at Eastside Ages 13 +  All skill levels welcome
First Time Home Buyer Workshop
Thu, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Village Branch - Meeting Room
This program is part of Undesign the Redline.
Victorian Mourning Customs and Expectations - Learn about Genealogy with Johnna
Thu, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Librarian and genealogist, Johnna will discuss the social expectations placed on women in the Victorian Era during the death and grieving process.
Jazz at the Library
Thu, Oct 12, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz on the second Thursday of every month.
Tree Week - Environmental Board Games
Fri, Oct 13, 9:30am - 6:00pm
Central Library
Drop in to Central's Teen department (second floor) anytime during Lexington's 6th annual Tree Week and play an environmentally themed board game. Event is also part of LPL's TeenTober.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills. 
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Fri, Oct 13, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friends Book Cellar
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance provided for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Oct 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 babies 0 - 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Oct 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Oct 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Fri, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
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.
LPL After School
Fri, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Fri, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
Discover: Taino Symbols
Fri, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by incorporating the indigenous people of Puerto Rico's symbology into your artwork. Learn the significance behind Taino symbols and then let your creativity shine.
Genealogy Day
Sat, Oct 14, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
This program is part of Undesign the Redline.
Tree Week - Environmental Board Games
Sat, Oct 14, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Central Library
Drop in to Central's Teen department (second floor) anytime during Lexington's 6th annual Tree Week and play an environmentally themed board game. Event is also part of LPL's TeenTober.
How to Make a Website
Sat, Oct 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Learn the basics of website design to create your own site.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Sat, Oct 14, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friends Book Cellar
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance provided for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
Second Saturday Gaming
Sat, Oct 14, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch
The whole family can drop-in to learn to play board games, like chess and others that can be borrowed from the Lexington Public Library.
Art Club - Edvard Munch
Sat, Oct 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
October focus is Edvard Munch. Recommend for 5-12 years old, dress for mess please.
TeenTober: Solar Ovens
Sat, Oct 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Learn survival skills and science!
Registration opens Sunday, September 24 2023 at 9:00am
TeenTober: Write On with Elizabeth Kilcoyne
Sat, Oct 14, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Want to hear a scary story? Write it!
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am
STEM by the Numbers
Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Participants will analyze data to learn about and discuss the importance of diversity in STEM fields in this interactive program. This program is part of Undesign the Redline. For Grades 3-12
Tree Week- Tree Story Time
Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space,Meeting Room D
Listen to a story about trees, sing a song and do some tree movement games, and do a recycled tree themed craft.
Kid's Cafe
Sat, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Youth and their caregivers can enjoy self-directed enrichment activities like reading, board games, arts, crafts, and more! Snacks provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry.
Kids Cafe
Sat, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Village Branch
Youth and their caregivers can enjoy self-directed enrichment activities like reading, board games, arts, crafts, and more! Snacks provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry.
Tree Week - Environmental Board Games
Sun, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Drop in to Central's Teen department (second floor) anytime during Lexington's 6th annual Tree Week and play an environmentally themed board game. Event is also part of LPL's TeenTober.
TeenTober: Write On with Elizabeth Kilcoyne
Sun, Oct 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Want to hear a scary story? Write it!
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am
Walking Tour - Walk the Redline
Sun, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
This program is part of Undesign the Redline.
Nutcracker Sneak Peek with the Lexington Ballet Company
Sun, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch
Join the Lexington Ballet Company as they bring a portion of "The Nutcracker" to the library. Learn some ballet steps, interact with members of the company, and take photos with the characters.
Classical Music Sundays
Sun, Oct 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Classical Music Sundays
Classical Music Sunday
Sun, Oct 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
Live classical music the third Sunday of every month, August through April.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Mon, Oct 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friends Book Cellar
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance provided for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
ESOL English Classes
Mon, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills. Classes are free to everyone. Registration is not required.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Oct 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.
FCPS Preschool Classroom On Wheels
Mon, Oct 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Northside Branch
Explore the Fayette County Public Schools Preschool Classroom On Wheels in the parking lot after Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Mon, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Village Branch
Chair Yoga is an excellent way to gently stretch and strengthen the body. This yoga class is targeted for beginners, but people of all experience levels are welcome. Registration required.
Going on a Bear Hunt Obstacle Course
Mon, Oct 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch
We're going on a bear hunt! Join us for a reading of the classic book and then make your way through an obstacle course to try and find a bear! For toddlers and preschoolers. No registration required.
LPL After School
Mon, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Mon, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
Full STEAM Ahead: - Spooky Science
Mon, Oct 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Grab your lab coat and channel your inner Mad Scientist with these scary fun experiments. Participants will conduct experiments and explore basic scientific principles. Recommended for ages 6-12.
TeenTober Zombie Dolls
Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Teens and tween can celebrate this spooky season by dropping in to the Beaumont Branch to zombify plastic dolls! (Upcycled plastic dolls, paints, and snacks will be provided!) (While supplies last)
Teen Advisory Board - TeenTober
Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Interested in helping to shape the future of the library while earning volunteer credits? Want to be able to give your feedback, and see it set into motion? Join our Teen Advisory Board!
KRM Free Citizenship Class
Mon, Oct 16, 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.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friends Book Cellar
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance provided for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 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.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Oct 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.
Beaumont Book Discussion Group
Tue, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
The book selected for October 17 is "Pineapple Street" by Jenny Jackson.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 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.
Destination Kindergarten
Tue, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5.
LPL After School
Tue, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Tue, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Spooky Watercolor
Tue, Oct 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to celebrate HallowSTEAM by creating our own spooky watercolor paintings. For Grades 3-12.
TeenTober: Paint! Sip! and Glow!
Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch
Tweens and Teens are invited for an afternoon of painting and refreshments. Registration required
UK Pharmacy Technician Academy Information Session - Begin a New Career as a Pharmacy Tech!
Tue, Oct 17, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
University of Kentucky Healthcare will soon accept applications for its competitive Pharmacy Technician training program. Attend this session to learn more!
Early Bird Book Group - The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein
Wed, Oct 18, 9:30am - 10:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
This program is part of Undesign the Redline, an interactive exhibit exploring the history of structural racism and inequality.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friends Book Cellar
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance provided for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
ESOL English Classes
Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills. Classes are free to everyone. Registration is not required.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 18, 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.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Oct 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 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.
Makerspace Open Studio
Wed, Oct 18, 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.
LPL After School
Wed, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Wed, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
Crafternoon - No Sew Fabric Pumpkins
Wed, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch
Drop in while supplies last and create a decorative faux pumpkin for fall.
KRM Free Citizenship Class
Wed, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Village Branch - 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. Registration is NOT required.
Community Reads Book Discussion - The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein
Wed, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
This program is part of Undesign the Redline.
Just in Time Equity Dialogue
Wed, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Each week in Oct, KY State University's 4-H Youth Development Program will provide a lesson on Diversity, Inclusion, and Cultural Sensitivity. This program is part of Undesign the Redline. For teens.
TeenTober: What To Do Before You Tattoo - for teens & young adults
Wed, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Want to get a tattoo, but worried about the process? Or looking for information on how to become a tattoo artist?
Registration opens Sunday, October 1 2023 at 9:00am
ESOL - English Conversation group
Wed, Oct 18, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every other week.  This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English.  Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting.
Rescheduled
Art Club
Wed, Oct 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Wednesday, October 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Are you an adult who misses the fun of elementary school art class? Join Northside Art Club! Don't consider yourself an artistic person? No problem! Come make some friends and try something new.
Walking Tour - Walk the Redline
Wed, Oct 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
This program is part of Undesign the Redline.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Thu, Oct 19, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friends Book Cellar
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance provided for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 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.
Toddler Art Start: Kitchen Art
Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Create art using a variety of materials found in the kitchen! Dress for mess! For ages 18-36 months.
Canceled
Destination Kindergarten: Transportation
Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5. 
Destination Kindergarten: Space
Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in a variety of self-directed themed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3 to 5.
Makerspace Open Studio
Thu, Oct 19, 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.
LPL After School
Thu, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Thu, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Spooky Watercolor
Thu, Oct 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to celebrate HallowSTEAM by creating our own spooky watercolor paintings. For Grades 3-12.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Oct 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.
Let's Play: Halloween BINGO
Thu, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Play Halloween BINGO and win prizes. For grades K-8. No registration required.
K-Pop Culture Club
Thu, Oct 19, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Come and join us every third Thursday at the K-Pop Culture Club at Central Library.
Fiber Happy Hour
Thu, Oct 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.
Sweet & Spicy Romance Book Club
Thu, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Calling all romance lovers!
Southland Jamboree
Thu, Oct 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Southland Jamboree
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills. 
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Fri, Oct 20, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friends Book Cellar
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance provided for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Oct 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 babies 0 - 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Oct 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Village Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
FCPS Preschool Classroom On Wheels
Fri, Oct 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Village Branch
Children can explore the FCPS Preschool Classroom On Wheels in the parking lot following storytime and engage with developmentally appropriate materials, books, and activities. Come join the fun!
Makerspace Open Studio
Fri, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
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.
LPL After School
Fri, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, crafts, reading or homework help for youth age 18 and younger.
LPL After School
Fri, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
A FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver, 3 pm - 5 pm Monday through Friday.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Sat, Oct 21, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friends Book Cellar
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance provided for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
Destination Kindergarten: Space
Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Village Branch - Open Seating
Preschoolers and their caregivers can participate in self-directed activities to get them on the path to school readiness. For ages 3-5. No registration required.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Branch - Meeting Room
DIY Halloween Halo Crown Workshop
Sat, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Ready to Craft Up Some Halloween Magic? Join us for a Spooktacular DIY Halo Crown Workshop that will add a fun twist to your Halloween costume this year.
Makerspace Open Studio
Sat, Oct 21, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Crafternoon at the Library - Halloween
Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Exercise your creativity this afternoon at the library. Recommended for families with children ages 5-12. While Supplies last.
Kid's Cafe
Sat, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Youth and their caregivers can enjoy self-directed enrichment activities like reading, board games, arts, crafts, and more! Snacks provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry.
Kids Cafe
Sat, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Village Branch
Youth and their caregivers can enjoy self-directed enrichment activities like reading, board games, arts, crafts, and more! Snacks provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry.
Paws to Read - Read to a Therapy Dog
Sat, Oct 21, 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.
Crafternoon - No Sew Fabric Pumpkins
Sat, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch
Drop in while supplies last to create a decorative faux pumpkin for fall.
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