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Halloween Art Night (for Adults)
2023-10-26 16:30:00 2023-10-26 17:30:00 America/New_York Halloween Art Night (for Adults) Adults love Halloween too, so join us as we provide the canvas and you provide the fright. Supplies are limited. Registration is required. Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Thursday, October 26
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-26 16:30:00 2023-10-26 17:30:00 America/New_York Halloween Art Night (for Adults) Adults love Halloween too, so join us as we provide the canvas and you provide the fright. Supplies are limited. Registration is required. Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Eastside Branch

Medium Meeting Room

Adults love Halloween too, so join us as we provide the canvas and you provide the fright. Supplies are limited. Registration is required.

It's time for a fright!

Halloween is here and we decided why should kids have all the fun? 

Adults love Halloween too, so join us as we provide the canvas and you provide the fright.

Supplies are limited. Registration is required.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors (55+) | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Creativity & Making |

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Eastside Branch
Phone: 859-231-5500
Hours
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Mon, Dec 15 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 16 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 17 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Dec 18 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 19 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 20 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 21 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Eastside Branch is located near the intersection of Man 'o War Boulevard and Palumbo Drive.

Upcoming Events

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Take & Make Kids Craft - Winter Fun
Sat, Dec 20, All day
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up during Dec. 20 - Jan. 04 at the Central Library, while supplies last. Limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Dec 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Chair Yoga
Sat, Dec 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Join local yoga instructor Chie Tanaka for a free chair yoga class! This class is aimed at beginners but all experience levels are welcome!
Miniatures Painting Workshop
Sat, Dec 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace to explore techniques for painting tabletop gaming miniatures, terrain, and props. All supplies will be provided. Ages 13+ only
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Gingerbread House Making Mania!
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
All children are invited to foster their creativity by making and decorating gingerbread houses here at Eastside Branch!
STEAM Lab Drop In - Shapes & Faces: Picasso Art
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to create Picasso inspired artworks! We will be creating drawings ranging from cubist snowmen to abstract self portraits. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Northside Craft Club - Ornaments
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Calling all craft lovers! Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting! This month we'll be making felt ornaments. Templates will be provided with an option to sew or use hot glue.
Make & Chill - Upcycled Books
Sat, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Get creative and learn something new at our monthly Teen DIY program! (Materials provided while supplies last)
Handmade Holidays - Winter Workshop
Sun, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Join us for a day of handmade holiday fun! Activities for all ages including: holiday photos, vintage tunnel cards, button gift tags, handmade garland, & printed mugs from the Makerspace!
Back in the Wings: Freddie Dunn's Lexington - 250Lex documentary showing
Sun, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Poster illustration by Pierce Birdsong
Bite Club - Winter Solstice Feast Edition
Sun, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Snack 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.
Classical Music Sunday - Ballads of John Jacob Niles
Sun, Dec 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live classical music the third Sunday of every month.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Dec 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Dec 22, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Baby Social Time
Mon, Dec 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Babies will socialize with their peers and build their developmental skills with themes that rotate monthly. Recommended for babies 0-36months and their caregivers.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 22, 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, Dec 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Dec 22, 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.
Puzzle Swap
Mon, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a day of puzzling fun! Drop off old puzzles you wish to donate starting December 1st at the Tates Creek Branch to receive a ticket for our Puzzle Swap. One ticket per puzzle donated.  
Snow Globe Making
Mon, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Winter break is here, join us to make a beautiful snow globe to take home with you while supplies last. For ages 5 -12.
Solstice Candle Making & Hot Cocoa - for teens
Mon, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Burn bright on the longest day of the year by making your own candles! Plus, share in our hot cocoa bar. For teens 13 - 17.
This event is full
Cancelled
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Dec 22, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Dec 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Dec 23, 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, Dec 23, 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, Dec 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Dec 23, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Dec 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.
Cancelled
Library Social Hour - Make a Wax Sachet
Tue, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
A wax sachet is a natural air freshener comprised of soy wax, dried flowers, herbs and spices, and essential oils. Materials provided but may be limited. This hour is for adults. Try something new!
Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses
Tue, Dec 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to build a winter wonderland with graham crackers and icing! Recommended for ages 8-17. Registration Required
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Dec 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Dec 23, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
Cancelled
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Dec 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Dec 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Dec 26, 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.
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Dec 26, 11:30am - 5:30pm
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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Dec 26, 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.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Dec 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Dec 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Sticker Making Class
Sat, Dec 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Join us to learn how to use Canva and design your own custom stickers. Únase y aprenda como utilizar Canva y crear sus propias calcomonias personalizadas.
This event is full
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Dec 27, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Horror Murder Movie Club - Black Christmas (R)
Sat, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
The Mother of All Slashers
Family New Year's Eve STEAM
Sat, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Get ready for New Year's Eve with STEAM activities for the whole family! Create confetti poppers, design a New Year's Eve hat and more!
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Dec 27, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Dec 28, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Dec 28, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Sunday Classics - Freaks (Not Rated)
Sun, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A monthly Sunday movie matinee
DIY Collage Journals
Sun, Dec 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us in collaging a journal cover using upcycled magazines.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Dec 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Dec 29, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Dec 29, 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.
Cancelled
Baby Storytime
Mon, Dec 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Noon Year's Countdown Party
Mon, Dec 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us to celebrate the New Year! Enjoy a fun craft and games, then count down to noon together as we ring in 2026 early!
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Dec 29, 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.
Cozy Kids Hour
Mon, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy activities you can do inside while it's cold outside. For families. No registration required.
Minecraft - Build a Zoo
Mon, Dec 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us for a fun Minecraft activity this winter break! We will design and build creative zoos, complete with custom habitats and animals. For Ages 8-17. Registration Required
This event is full
Open Mic Night
Mon, Dec 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,Large Meeting Room
Share your poetry, spoken word and more! Content should be appropriate for teens and adults and limited to 3-4 minutes.
Cancelled
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Dec 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration not required.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Dec 30, 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, Dec 30, 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, Dec 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Dec 30, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Dec 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.
Bullet Journaling 101 - for Teens
Tue, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
New year, new you! Start the new year right with a brand new bullet journal. No registration required.
Jumbo Coloring
Tue, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Celebrate Winter Break by trying your hand at coloring in large scale. No registration required. Recommended for kids 6-12.
Indoor Ice Skating
Tue, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Drop in any time to glide around on our ice skating rink. For families. No reservations required.
Pokemon Club
Tue, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Pokémon Club is a monthly program providing young players with tools to learn and develop strategic thinking, math, and reading comprehension through the Pokémon Trading Card Game. For ages 11-13
Meme Trivia
Tue, Dec 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Show off your Big Brain and laugh it up with our favorite content!
Egg Drop
Tue, Dec 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create a structure that will keep an egg from breaking when dropped from the fifth floor of the library! For Ages 8-17. Registration is required.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Dec 30, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Dec 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Cancelled
Baby Storytime
Wed, Dec 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Dec 31, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Dec 31, 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.
Noon Year's Eve Party!
Wed, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Ring in the New Year with fun games, crafts, and activities, all leading up to the big countdown to 12 noon! For families. No registration required.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Dec 31, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Dec 31, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Winter Break Movies - F1: The Movie (PG-13)
Wed, Dec 31, 1:15pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A movie for the whole family
Eastside Children's Scavenger Hunt
Thu, Jan 01, 9:00am - 10:00am
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.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 01, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 02, 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.
Lego Day
Fri, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
Central Library - Farish Theater,Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab,Meeting Room D
Join us for a day of Lego fun to celebrate winter break! We will build with Lego starting at 2PM and at 3PM we will go down to the Farish Theater to watch a Lego Movie! For children & families.
Open Studio - Snow Crafts
Sat, Jan 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us for our monthly Open Studio program! This month, we will celebrate the winter by making 3D snowflake, 3D polar bear and more.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Jan 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Jan 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Story Area
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Eastside Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join both beginners and experienced players as we gather to play Dungeons and Dragons at the Eastside Branch.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Sat, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Pokémon Trainer Meet Up
Sun, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Meet and hang out with other Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to trade or play, or chill out with a craft. For ages 5 and up. No registration required.
Cathedral Window Quilt Club
Sun, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Quilting materials provided while supplies last. Hand sewing required. Please register and plan to attend.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Jan 05, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 05, 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.
Winter Break Movies - Smurfs (PG)
Mon, Jan 05, 1:15pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A movie for the whole family
Build a Cat Castle!
Mon, Jan 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Join us to build a new habitat to take home to your feline friend! (Materials provided while supplies last, 4th floor)
Icy Exploration
Mon, Jan 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Explore snow and ice with science and art. For ages 5 to 11. No registration required.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 06, 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, Jan 06, 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, Jan 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Jan 06, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Laser Engraved Signs
Tue, Jan 06, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for a workshop on engraving wooden signs. We will discuss techniques and styles that are best for engraving, and create your own custom sign. For ages 13+
Registration opens Tuesday, December 23 2025 at 12:30pm
STEAM Lab Drop In - Snowman Building Challenge
Tue, Jan 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab explore engineering by building the tallest snowman you can! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Eastside Book Club
Tue, Jan 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
No book assignment this month! Stop by to discuss your 2025 fave reads & anticipated 2026 titles.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 06, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 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.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Jan 07, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Hip-hop & Poetry Club (January Meeting) - Rap, Write & Learn
Wed, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Audio Booth,Digital Studio,Production Studio
Discover your voice at the Hip-Hop & Poetry Club! Learn how to write, record, and share your art from lyrics to studio basics, branding, and beyond.
STEM & Stuff - Spinning Tops
Wed, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Teens and tweens are welcome to join Northside's monthly STEM club. This month we'll mess with physics by building our own spinning tops! Registration recommended.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 08, 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.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 08, 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, Jan 08, 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.
Homeschool STEAM
Thu, Jan 08, 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, art and math, with hands-on monthly activities! For Ages 8-17
STEAM Lab Drop In - Snowman Building Challenge
Thu, Jan 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab explore engineering by building the tallest snowman you can! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 08, 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.
Mystery Book Club - Vera Wong's Guide to Snooping (On a Dead Man)
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Calling all mystery lovers! Join us for Northside's monthly mystery book club. This month's pick is "Vera Wong's Guide to Snooping (On a Dead Man)" by Jesse Q. Sutanto.
Jazz at the Library
Thu, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 09, 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.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Author Talk & Book Signing - Paranormal Kentucky by Marie Mitchell & Mason Smith
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
An Uncommon Wealth of Close Encounters with Aliens, Ghosts, and Cryptids
Create Your Own Croc Charms
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to create your own 3D-printed Croc charms! We?ll design a charm from scratch and also paint pre-printed ones. Registration Required. For Ages 8-17
Paws to Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Jan 11, 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.
CKCB Saxophone Trio - ARTBEAT WEEK
Sun, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - First Floor Paseo
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jan 12, 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, Jan 12, 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.
Discover the Orchestra! An Instrument Adventure - ARTBEAT WEEK
Mon, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Song Farmers - ARTBEAT WEEK
Mon, Jan 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - First Floor Paseo
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Jan 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration is not required.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 13, 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, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Group Voice for Adults - ARTBEAT WEEK
Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Jan 13, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Jan 13, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Stop by the Beaumont Branch to learn about how 3D printing works, how to find models to print, and get some hands-on experience with a 3D printer!
STEAM Lab Drop In - Northern Lights Pastel Art
Tue, Jan 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to create a magical night-sky art piece by blending pastel colors to mimic the shimmering waves of the northern lights above a simple, snowy landscape. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Teen Tuesday: Photo Keychains
Tue, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Have bias you love? A family pic you cherish? We'll take those photos and add them to photo keychains you can personalize. While Supplies Last. No Registration Required.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
Bluegrass Youth Ballet | Pre-K Dance - ARTBEAT WEEK
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Jan 14, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Dungeons & Dragons
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join both beginners and experienced players as we gather to play Dungeons and Dragons at the Eastside Branch.
Tradiciones de mi Tierra - ARTBEAT WEEK
Wed, Jan 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 15, 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.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 15, 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, Jan 15, 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.
On The Move Art Studio | Harlem Renaissance - ARTBEAT WEEK
Thu, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
STEAM Lab Drop In - Northern Lights Pastel Art
Thu, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to create a magical night-sky art piece by blending pastel colors to mimic the shimmering waves of the northern lights above a simple, snowy landscape. Recommended for ages 8-17.
On The Move Art Studio | Basic Drawing - ARTBEAT WEEK
Thu, Jan 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Hip Hop Poetry - ARTBEAT WEEK
Thu, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - First Floor Paseo
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Check Meowt Book Club - A Harvest of Hearts
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lexington Humane Society - Habicattery Room
Love cats and books? Us too! Meet up with us at the Lexington Humane Society's Main Adoption Center Habicattery Room to discuss this month's cat themed book while surrounded by adoptable cats.
Southland Jamboree - Throwdown Thursday
Thu, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live bluegrass music the third Thursday of every month, October through April.
Creative Movement, Music & Storytelling - ARTBEAT WEEK
Fri, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 16, 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.
Sensory Friendly Play - Outer Space
Fri, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for sensory play that is inclusive for all abilities and fun for everyone! Designed for children with a developmental age of approximately 2-5 years. ALL children are welcome!
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 16, 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.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Dana Martin Special Musical Showcase - ARTBEAT WEEK
Fri, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - First Floor Paseo
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Gallery Hop
Fri, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library - Gallery
Gallery Hop.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Knitting Basics
Sat, Jan 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us at the Eastside Makerspace to learn knitting basics to start your first project. The workshop will cover casting-on, knit and purl stitches, and basic knitting terms. Materials provided!
STEAM Lab Drop In - Northern Lights Pastel Art
Sat, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to create a magical night-sky art piece by blending pastel colors to mimic the shimmering waves of the northern lights above a simple, snowy landscape. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Make & Chill - Metal & Leather Stamping
Sat, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Drop in for our monthly teen DIY program! This month, learn to use stamping tools to make a metal necklace or faux leather keychain. Materials provided while supplies last.
Lexington Good Days Choir - ARTBEAT WEEK
Sat, Jan 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Bite Club - Pizza & Mocktails Edition
Sun, Jan 18, 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.
Classical Music Sunday
Sun, Jan 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live classical music the third Sunday of every month.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 19, 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.
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