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Tree Week - Environmental Board Games
2023-10-11 09:30:00 2023-10-11 19:00:00 America/New_York Tree Week - Environmental Board Games 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. Central Library -

Wednesday, October 11
9:30am - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-11 09:30:00 2023-10-11 19:00:00 America/New_York Tree Week - Environmental Board Games 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. 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.

We will have multiple games available for ages 8+ and for larger or smaller groups. Ask the Librarian at the Teen desk for the list of games to play; anyone is welcome! 

Event will also feature Climate Conversation's card deck, Let’s Talk About Climate, which uses four levels of questions to ease people into talking about climate change in ways that feel safe, engaging, and meaningful.

AGE GROUP: | Tween (11-13 years) | Teen (13-17 years) | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Tweens | Teens | Nature & the Outdoors | Games & Hobbies |

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

The Central Library is located on East Main Street in downtown Lexington next to Phoenix Park.

Upcoming Events

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Sep 15, 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, Sep 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
Baby Social Time
Mon, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Self-Esteem
Mon, Sep 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on self-esteem and diversity. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Sep 15, 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.
Chapters & Chatter
Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join us at Chapters & Chatter, Eastside's book club for tweens! This month we will discuss Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan.
Registration is now closed
Teen Advisory Board
Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Teen Space
Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.
Sensory Friendly Play - Community Helpers
Mon, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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!
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Sep 15, 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.
Using the Harvest - UK Horticulture Extension Co-Op Class
Mon, Sep 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Join the UK Horticulture Extension Co-Op in Community Room A for a class on learning how to use the veggies from your garden!
VR Traveling - Hispanic Heritage Month
Mon, Sep 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month by visiting exciting new places using VR!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Self-Esteem
Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on "all about me" and diversity. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Sep 16, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Preschool Art: 3D Art with Alexander Calder
Tue, Sep 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Preschoolers and caregivers will create colorful 3D moveable sculptures inspired by the art of Alexander Calder.
STEAM Lab Drop In - Zip Line Engineering Challenge
Tue, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to design a contraption to carry a ping pong ball across a zip line while learning about gravity, friction and force. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
EARLY BIRD BOOK CLUB - The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin
Wed, Sep 17, 9:30am - 10:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
This group is for anyone and everyone interested in reading and talking about it. We read a variety of both fiction and non-fiction recommended titles. We meet the third Wednesday morning each month.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Sep 17, 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 17, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Sep 17, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Crafternoon: Metal Embossing
Wed, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Learn how to emboss an image on foil. While supplies last.
Cancelled
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
STEM & Stuff - Baking Soda Rockets
Wed, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Teens and tweens are welcome to join Northside's monthly STEM club. We'll tackle chemistry and space this month with baking soda rockets! Registration recommended.
Blue Grass True Crime Book Club - Cemetery Road Murders by Wes Swietek
Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
A Kentucky Room Book Club
Dining with Diabetes - Moving Toward Mediterranean
Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
This nutrition education program for those with diabetes, family, or caregivers. These 4 classes focuses on Mediterranean cuisine, cooking demo's, food sampling, and discussion with a dietitian.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Sep 18, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Self-Esteem
Thu, Sep 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on "all about me" and diversity. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Sep 18, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
STEAM Lab Drop In - Zip Line Engineering Challenge
Thu, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to design a contraption to carry a ping pong ball across a zip line while learning about gravity, friction and force. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
Little Scientists - Exploring Matter Up Close!
Thu, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Young scientists are invited to explore the amazing world of matter!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Sep 18, 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 - The Fur Person
Thu, Sep 18, 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.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 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.
Pint-Sized Play Day
Fri, Sep 19, 11:00am - 11:45am
Central Library
A variety of sports and other play related activities in honor of 250 LEX. For ages 2-5.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Sep 19, 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.
Talk Like a Pirate!
Fri, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Ahoy, Mateys! Join us for some pirate themed fun at the Marksbury Family Branch. We will read a book together then enjoy stations with pirate themed crafts and games. For ages 6-12.
Gallery Hop
Fri, Sep 19, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library - Gallery
Opening reception for a new art exhibit.
Pumpkin Spice Trivia
Fri, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
Come for the Gallery Hop, stay for the Trivia.
Animation Basics - Motion Made Easy
Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Bring your drawings to life using Procreate and Premiere (or Final Cut)! Learn the core principles of animation and create short animated loops or scenes with tools you already use.
This event is full
Learn How to Knit
Sat, Sep 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Come join us at the Eastside Makerspace and learn knitting basics to start your first project! The workshop will cover casting-on, knit and purl stitches, as well as basic knitting terms. For ages 13+
This event is full
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Sep 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.
Black Voices Book Club - Reading Grown Women by Sarai Johnson
Sat, Sep 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
All are welcome! Monthly discussion of books written by black authors. Meets Every 3rd Saturday. Copies available for check out and through Libby.
In Conversation: Tom Hammond & Mark Story - A 250Lex Event
Sat, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Authors of Races, Games, and Olympic Dreams
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Sep 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.
Lexington's City Budget - with CivicLex
Sat, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join CivicLex to learn about your city's budget!
Sketchbook Meetup - Adult Art Club
Sat, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Do you miss the fun of afterschool art clubs from childhood? Come hang out and sketchbook with us to improve your skills and get in touch with your creativity! All skill levels encouraged!
Crafternoon: Metal Embossing
Sat, Sep 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Learn how to emboss an image on foil. While supplies last.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Pokémon Trainer Meet Up
Sun, Sep 21, 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.
How Money Works - Learn Financial Concepts
Sun, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us for a financial literacy masterclass! Empower yourself by taking charge of your future!
Classical Music Sunday - EKU String Orchestra
Sun, Sep 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, Sep 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, Sep 22, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Sep 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, Sep 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, Sep 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.
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Sep 22, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Sep 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, Sep 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, Sep 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Self-Esteem
Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social and emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on building self-esteem.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 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, Sep 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, Sep 23, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Library Social Hour - Make a Wax Sachet
Tue, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
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!
STEAM Lab Drop In - Circuits
Tue, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore circuits. We will be making paper circuits, creating with snap circuits and more. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Teen Tuesday: Putt Putt and Mini bowling
Tue, Sep 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
See if you can go through obstacles and score a hole in one!
Cricut Workshop
Tue, Sep 23, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for a class on designing and cutting projects on the Cricut. We will be using sticker vinyl to create designs to apply to glass water bottles. For ages 13+ only.
This event is full
Evening Storytime
Tue, Sep 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.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Sep 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.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Sep 24, 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 24, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Sep 24, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Wed, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
DIY Press-On Party!
Wed, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Hang out at the library and paint press-on nails. Choose your paint, decals or stickers and create your own nail art designs. Recommended for ages 8+. No registration required. While supplies last.
Little Chef of the Month - Teriyaki
Wed, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Little Chef of the Month! We'll learn baking, cooking, and healthy eating together. Get ready to mix, bake, and enjoy delicious foods from around the world!
This event is full
Film Screening: We Are Marshall (PG)
Wed, Sep 24, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Presented by Marshall University.
Workshop Wednesday
Wed, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Roll up your sleeves and get (creepy) crafting! Each month, we'll dive into a new, exciting craft. For tweens and teens.
Cancelled
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Self-esteem
Wed, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on self-esteem, diversity, and All About Me.
Never Too Old for YA Book Club
Wed, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us for the first ever "Never Too Old for YA Book Club" where we dive into Holly Jackson's explosive debut novel "A Good Girl's Guide to Murder"
Cult Classics Book Club - Her Body and Other Parties by Carmen Maria Machado
Wed, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Sixth Brewing
A book club for the strange and unusual.
Dining with Diabetes - Moving Toward Mediterranean
Thu, Sep 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
This nutrition education program for those with diabetes, family, or caregivers. These 4 classes focuses on Mediterranean cuisine, cooking demo's, food sampling, and discussion with a dietitian.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Sep 25, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Self-Esteem
Thu, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on self-esteem and diversity.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
Crafternoon - Pinch Pots
Thu, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Get creative and learn something new at our monthly adult Crafternoon! (Materials provided, while supplies last.)
STEAM Lab Drop In - Circuits
Thu, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore circuits. We will be making paper circuits, creating with snap circuits and more. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Cancelled
Using the Harvest
Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch
Join Master Gardeners for this FREE cooking class. Take home some health-focused and budget-friendly recipes.
Club de Voces Latinxs - Latinxs Voices Book Club - Spanish Book Club - Club de Lectura en Español
Thu, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kentucky Native Cafe - 417 E Maxwell St. Lexington, KY 40508
En Agosto Nos Vemos de Gabriel García Márquez Un inesperado regalo de uno de los más grandes escritores que el mundo ha conocido.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Beginner Hand Embroidery
Thu, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Come to the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace to learn how to hand embroider a design using different stitch patters.
The Fall Garden - with Glitter Green Thumb
Thu, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
An in detail review of what plants to grow in our area and when to start them to keep a thriving garden throughout the fall.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Sep 25, 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.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Sep 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, Sep 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, Sep 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Sep 26, 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 Storytime
Fri, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us for a fun and interactive STEAM Storytime, where preschoolers will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through engaging stories, hands-on activities, and creative play!
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Sep 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Using the Harvest
Fri, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Join Master Gardeners for this FREE cooking class. Take home some health-focused and budget-friendly recipes.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Sep 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, Sep 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
Preschool Marble Painting
Sat, Sep 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Roll paint-covered marbles on paper to create abstract works of art. Dress for mess. Recommended for ages 3-5. No registration required.
Chair Yoga
Sat, Sep 27, 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!
Author Talk and Book Signing - "Trudy's Awakening" by Carolyn Curry
Sat, Sep 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A historical novel that explores the intermingled lives of three women from different backgrounds, struggling to succeed in the aftermath of the Civil War.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Sep 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.
Saturday PaintLab for Kids - Acrylic Blending Technique Inspired by Jacqui Crocetta
Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Let's mix it up! In this session, we will explore how to blend paint just like artist Jacqui Crocetta. While supplies last. For ages 7- 12.
Glowing Creatures
Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about bioluminescence in nature and then create your own glowing creature! For ages 8-17. Registration required.
Northside Craft Club - Halloween Decor
Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Calling all craft lovers! Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting! Northside Craft Club meets monthly. This month we'll be making vintage-inspired Halloween decor. Templates will be provided.
Savory Memories Book Discussion and Writer's Workshop
Sat, Sep 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Book discussion and writing prompt led by Kentucky author Georgia Green Stamper. Copies available at Central Library first floor circulation desk.
Civic Workshop with CivicLex - Understanding Lexington's City Government
Sat, Sep 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
First of three. CivicLex's Workshops are designed to help local residents learn about local government. They help communities to build new relationships, and change how our civic institutions work.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Sep 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.
Make & Chill - Magazine Beads
Sat, Sep 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Join us for our monthly teen drop-in DIY program! This month, we'll be learning to make paper beads. (Materials provided while supplies last)
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Sep 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.
Adventures in DIY Hobbit Door - An Unexpected Journey
Sun, Sep 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Join us in creating a whimsical wreath inspired by the iconic Hobbit Door.
Bite Club - 250Lex Tailgatin' Edition
Sun, Sep 28, 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.
Author Talk and Book Signing - Jack "Goose" Givens
Sun, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for an afternoon with Jack "Goose" Givens as he discusses his book, "They Call Me Goose: My Life in Kentucky Basketball and Beyond."
Sunday Stitching
Sun, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Do you enjoy cross-stitch, embroidery, or sewing? Grab your current project and join us every fourth Sunday for social stitching! All skill levels welcome.
Take & Make Kids Craft - DIY Owl Ornament
Mon, Sep 29, All day
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Sep 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, Sep 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
Baby Social Time
Mon, Sep 29, 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, Sep 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.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Sep 29, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Self-Management
Mon, Sep 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on taking care of yourself and your belongings. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Sep 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.
The Floor is Lava!
Mon, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Drop in any time to navigate the ever-changing lava maze! For families. No registration required.
Learn to Paint
Mon, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Learn to paint by following along with videos from YouTube.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Sep 29, 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, Sep 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, Sep 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.
Rescheduled
Preschool Marble Painting
Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:45am
New date Saturday, September 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch
Roll paint-covered marbles on paper to create abstract works of art. Dress for mess. Recommended for ages 3-5. No registration required.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Self-Management
Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on taking care of yourself and your belongings. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Sep 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, Sep 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, Sep 30, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Fall Movie Matinee
Tue, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Join us for our free family movie matinee series this fall break!
Light Painting Photography
Tue, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to explore light painting photography. We'll use long exposure and lights to create photos with glowing messages & designs! For ages 11-17. Registration Required
Evening Storytime
Tue, Sep 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 inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Sep 30, 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.
Fall Family Fort-night
Tue, Sep 30, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us for a special after-hours Family Fort-Night at Eastside!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
Lexington Children's Theatre: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
The Lexington Children's Theatre presents The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, the spooky classic story by Washington Irving. For ages 9-16. No registration required.
Cancelled
Baby Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 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.
Fall Movie Matinee
Wed, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Join us for our free family movie matinee series this fall break!
Intro to Tarot - for teens & young adults
Wed, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Train your inner eye, and learn the basics of Tarot Reading. We'll provide decks, instruction, and assistance, you provide the aura. For ages 13 - 24
Registration opens Wednesday, October 1 2025 at 2:00pm
Lexington Children's Theatre: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Wed, Oct 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Eastside Branch
The Lexington Children's Theatre presents The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, the spooky classic story by Washington Irving. For ages 9-16. No registration required.
Glow in the Dark Slime
Wed, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create glow in the dark slime! For Ages 8-17. Registration Required
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Creepy Crafts - for Teens and Tweens
Wed, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Teens and tweens can celebrate Halloween at the Northside Branch with a variety of creepy crafts. Dress for mess! No registration required.
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
Paws to Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Wed, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Self-Management
Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on taking care of yourself and your belongings. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Fall Movie Matinee
Thu, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Join us for our free family movie matinee series this fall break!
Create Alebrijes
Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Make your own Mexican-style sculpture of a fantastical creature. For ages 5-11. Dress for mess. No registration required.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
Learn to Play Pokemon!
Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a special edition of Pokemon Trainer Meet Up where we'll learn the basics of playing the trading card game! Cards will be provided, or bring your own deck. For ages 6-13.
Family Glow Painting
Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to make a glow in the dark masterpiece with paint! Dress for Mess. For families and children. While Supplies last
Rescheduled
Create Alebrijes
Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
New date Thursday, October 02, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Make your own Mexican-style sculpture of a fantastical creature. For ages 5-11. Dress for mess. No registration required.
Viva la cultura! - A Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Thu, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a vibrant celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month filled with fun for the whole family!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Oct 02, 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 - The Reappearance of Rachel Price by Holly Jackson
Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Calling all mystery lovers! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "The Reappearance of Rachel Price" by Holly Jackson.
The Paths We Chose - A Story of Policy, Infrastructure, and Urban Transformation
Thu, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A panel discussion on Lexington's development and how it impacted the walkability of the city.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 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.
Glow in the Dark Preschool Party
Fri, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab,Meeting Room D
Join us for a glow in the dark party filled with neon lights, glowing activities and radiant fun! For preschoolers
K-Pop Demon Hunters Party
Fri, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Let your patterns show! We'll play music from the KPDH soundtrack and decorate ramyeon cups like Huntr/x! Plus, take the spicy challenge! While supplies last. For ages 10-17.
Nazca Lines Art
Fri, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Learn about the Nazca lines of ancient Peru, then use sand, glue, and paint to make your own art inspired by these mysterious etchings! For ages 5-12. Dress for mess! No registration required.
TeenTober Renaissance Faire
Fri, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Hear ye, hear ye! All subjects far and wide may venture forth for a Renaissance Faire at the library! Registration recommended.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Oct 04, 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.
Operation HOPE: Budgeting & Saving
Sat, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
In this workshop, we will discuss the importance of budgeting, how to create a budget and why a budget is a valuable tool to reduce debt.
Register
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
Adult Crafternoon - Pumpkin Grapevine Wreath
Sat, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get crafty at Eastside!
Hooked on Books - Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Books
Sat, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Hooked on Books is a book club for people who want to join a book club, but want to choose what books they read.
Spanish Conversation Group - Practice Speaking Spanish
Sat, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Practice speaking Spanish and meet people and make new friends.
Paws to Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Oct 05, 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.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Oct 06, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Oct 06, 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 06, 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.
College App Work Session - for teens
Mon, Oct 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get your college applications ready for the November 1st early decision deadline!
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Oct 06, 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, Oct 07, 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 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Self-Care and Resource Management
Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social and emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on taking care of ourselves and our things.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
Halloween Laser Engraving Workshop
Tue, Oct 07, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for a class on creating designs and using the Laser engraving to customize bookmarks and keychains. For ages 13+ only Registration is required
Rescheduled
In Conversation with Nic Stone
Tue, Oct 07, All day
New date Tuesday, October 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tates Creek High School - Auditorium
Join us for a thoughtful and engaging conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin, Nic Stone. Registration is highly recommended.
In Conversation with Nic Stone
Tue, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
New venue Tates Creek High School - Auditorium
Join us for a thoughtful and engaging conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin, Nic Stone. Registration is highly recommended.
Teen Tuesday: Pocket Sized Pet Ghost
Tue, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Adopt your very own pocket-sized pet ghost! Teens will craft a tiny ghost in a bottle, give it a name, personality and more. A hauntingly cute creepy crafts you can carry anywhere!
Eastside Book Club - Reading Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter
Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
All are welcome whether you finished the book or not! This month's pick is Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Oct 08, 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 08, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 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.
Crafternoon: Mini Mummies
Wed, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Use simple papier-mache to make tiny mummy figures for your desk or toybox! While supplies last.
Cancelled
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Self Management
Wed, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
Children ages 4-5 and their caregivers practice skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on self care and resource management like hygiene, tying shoes, and taking care of belongings.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Self-Management
Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
A time for children ages 4-5 and their caregivers to practice the social emotional skills they need for kindergarten! This session will focus on Self-Care and Resource Management.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
Next Chapter Book Club
Thu, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
The Next Chapter Book Club is a reading group where adolescents and adults with disabilities can enjoy books, friends, and their community.
First Time Home Buyer Workshop
Thu, Oct 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
FREE house buying workshop for anyone who is interested in learning more about first time home-buyer assistance. Presented by Elisa Cooley, Director of REACH, Inc. Registration requested.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Jazz at the Library
Thu, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
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 10, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Oct 10, 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, Oct 10, 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, Oct 10, 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.
Hispanic Heritage Play - For Ages 2-5
Fri, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Play based activities and crafts for preschoolers and toddlers inspired by Hispanic Heritage month
Genealogy Day 2025
Sat, Oct 11, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Central Library
Lexington Public Library's Annual Genealogy Conference
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Sat, Oct 11, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
Open Studio - Mask Making
Sat, Oct 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Come and unmask your creativity by using all sorts of materials to make a mask of your choice.
In the Face of Disaster: Food and Water Considerations - with the Fayette Co. Extension Office
Sat, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Caroline McMahan in learning how to navigate disaster preparedness
Registration opens Friday, September 26 2025 at 9:00am
Cancelled
Watercolor Club - Paint With Us!
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch
Watercolor painting club with a lesson each month suitable for beginners, dilettantes, and anyone who just wants to hang out and paint with us. For adults. Registration required. 2 - 3:30 PM
Watercolor Club - Paint With Us!
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Watercolor painting club with a lesson each month suitable for beginners and anyone who just wants to hang out and paint with us. For adults & older teens. Registration required. 2 - 3:30 PM
How Money Works - Safeguard Your Income
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us for a financial literacy masterclass! Empower yourself by taking charge of your future!
Civic Workshop with CivicLex - Lexington's City Budget
Sat, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
CivicLex's Workshops help residents learn about local government. This workshop teaches how your tax dollars get to the city, and then how and where city government invests that money.
Crafternoon: Mini Mummies
Sat, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Use simple papier-mache to make tiny mummy figures for your desk or toybox! While supplies last.
Cancelled
Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a Quilt Block a Month
Sun, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch
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, Oct 12, 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.
Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a Quilt Block a Month
Sun, Oct 12, 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.
Sunday Stitching
Sun, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Do you enjoy cross-stitch, embroidery, or sewing? Grab your current project and join us every fourth Sunday for social stitching! All skill levels welcome.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Mon, Oct 13, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Social Time
Mon, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 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 13, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Safety
Mon, Oct 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on safety at school and personal boundaries. No registration required.
Lexington Tree Week Book Swap
Mon, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library
Do you love nature? Do you love books? Come to the Lexington Tree Week Book Swap to share your books and pick up something new!
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Oct 13, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required.
TeenTober: Forensic Files
Mon, Oct 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Explore forensic science through STEAM activities! Participants will have a chance to play an evidence-gathering game, learn about fingerprinting, and more!
Registration opens Monday, September 22 2025 at 5:00pm
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Oct 13, 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.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Tue, Oct 14, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 14, 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 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills - Safety
Tue, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Caregivers and children ages 4-5 practice the social-emotional skills needed for kindergarten! This session will focus on safety at school and personal boundaries. No registration required.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Oct 14, 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.
Career Exploration: Forestry - for teens & young adults
Tue, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Celebrate Tree Week by learning about careers in forestry! UK's Forestry department will demonstrate forestry techniques, talk about career paths, and explore what forestry really means. Ages 13 - 24
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
EARLY BIRD BOOK CLUB - Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Wed, Oct 15, 9:30am - 10:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
For Kentucky Tree Week 2025, we will read and discuss this collection of essays about our relationship to the natural world.
Friends Book Cellar Book Sale
Wed, Oct 15, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Central Library
Over 50,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. 2 hours free parking in the Central Library Garage. Assistance available for large purchases. For questions, call 859-231-5505 or e-mail sboes@friendsbookcellar.org.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Oct 15, 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 15, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 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.
Explore Music of the Andes
Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate the end of Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about music from the Andes and creating your own musical instruments. For ages 5-11. No registration required.
Cancelled
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Practica tus habilidades para hablar inglés en una reunión grupal semanal para hispanohablantes que quieran aprender inglés. Practice your English speaking skills in a weekly group meeting.
STEM & Stuff - Cyanotype
Wed, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Teens and tweens are welcome to join Northside's monthly STEM club. We're celebrating Tree Week this month with tree leaf cyanotype! Registration recommended.
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