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Eastside Makerspace

Open Studio
2025-04-05 13:00:00 2025-04-05 16:30:00 America/New_York Eastside 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. Eastside Branch - Makerspace

Saturday, April 05
1:00pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-05 13:00:00 2025-04-05 16:30:00 America/New_York Eastside 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. Eastside Branch - Makerspace

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.

AGE GROUP: | High School | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology & Computers | Science & STEM | Arts, Crafting & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Eastside Makerspace |

Eastside Branch
Phone: 859-231-5500
Hours
We're closed Monday January 20 due to Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Mon, Jan 20 Closed
(Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)
Tue, Jan 21 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jan 22 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jan 23 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jan 24 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 25 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 26 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

ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Jan 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.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 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 - Fancy Paper Snowflakes
Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Cut simple to intricate fancy snowflakes using templates. No registration required.
Let's Make: Resolution Bingo Cards
Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Do you have trouble actually achieving your New Year's Resolutions? Drop in and make a Resolution Bingo Card and plan what prize you'll gift yourself for when you make a Bingo!
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
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.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Dog Man Party!
Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
Get ready for the upcoming movie by celebrating everyone's favorite half-canine hero! Join us for games, crafts, and fun! For families. No registration required.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 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, Jan 23, 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 18-36.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Self Esteem
Thu, Jan 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play 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!
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 23, 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, Jan 23, 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.
Cancelled
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Jan 23, 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!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Robotics-Cubelets
Thu, Jan 23, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore robotics with cubelets. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Dog Man Party
Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Get ready for the upcoming movie by celebrating everyone's favorite half-canine hero! Join us for games, crafts, and fun! For families. No registration required. 
Scholarship Information Fair
Thu, Jan 23, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room
Connect with representatives from local and regional organizations to learn about scholarship opportunities.
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Jan 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Club de Voces Latinxs - Latinxs Voices Book Club
Thu, Jan 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Este Club de Lectura es para quienes disfrutan de la literatura en español y quieren pasar una tarde comentando el libro elegido. Libro para este mes: Medio Siglo Con Borges - Mario Vargas Llosa.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Jan 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Beginning English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 23, 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-English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 24, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 24, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 24, 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, Jan 24, 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, Jan 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Dog Man Party!
Fri, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get ready for the upcoming movie by celebrating everyone's favorite half-canine hero! Join us for games, crafts, and fun! For families. No registration required.
Cancelled
Beginner Writing Workshop
Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch
Join local author Angela Johnson for this FREE workshop covering all the basics of writing and publishing. Registration required.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Jan 25, 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
Empower Your Wellbeing - A Panel Discussion with Lexington wellness podcasters
Sat, Jan 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
As part of the 250Lex Wellness Month, join us for "A Healthier You in 2025" panel discussion with Lexington wellness podcasters.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Jan 25, 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.
Dog Man Party
Sat, Jan 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Library
Get ready for the upcoming movie by celebrating everyone's favorite half-canine hero, Dog Man, created by Dav Pilkey! Join us for games, crafts, and fun! For families. No registration required.
Lego Club
Sat, Jan 25, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab for Lego fun! We will have a different challenge each month. Recommended for Children 8+ and Families
Let's celebrate Lunar New Year!
Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Happy New Year of the Snake! Let's celebrate the Lunar New Year with the Henry Clay High School Korean Culture Club and Lexington Korean School!
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Jan 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Crafternoon - Fancy Paper Snowflakes
Sat, Jan 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Cut simple to intricate fancy snowflakes using templates. No registration required.
Hooked on Books - Dystopias/Utopias
Sat, Jan 25, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Jan 26, 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.
Cult Classics Club - Fight Club
Sun, Jan 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
First rule of Cult Classics Club...
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Sun, Jan 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch
Beginning level English classes are held twice weekly to help participants develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 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 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 27, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jan 27, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Jan 27, 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.
Make It Mondays - Book Journaling
Mon, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Roll up your sleeves and get crafting! Each month, we'll dive into a new, exciting craft. For tweens and teens.
This event is full
Learn To Paint
Mon, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Learn to paint by following along with videos from YouTube.
This event is full
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.
Adventure in DIY : Embroidery 101
Mon, Jan 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
New to hand embroidery or wanting to learn a new stitch? Join Mercedes for techniques in getting started with embroidery. No prior knowledge needed. Supplies provided.
This event is full
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Self-Esteem
Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
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.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Sledding Engineering Challenge
Tue, Jan 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to build a mini sled & ramp for a fun engineering challenge! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Cancelled
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Let's Build Indoors
Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Challenge yourself to build something big or small in our indoor construction zone. For K to 5th grade. No reservations required.
Dog Man Party!
Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us as we celebrate everyone's favorite canine crime fighter! We'll party with Dog Man-themed games and activities. Program open to ages 6-12.
Teen Tuesday - Celebrate Lunar New Year!
Tue, Jan 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Join us as we get ready for the Lunar New Year! We'll have crafts, play games and bring luck for this New Year.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 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.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Lunar New Year
Wed, Jan 29, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last. Limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Jan 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.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 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, Jan 29, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
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, Jan 29, 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.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Jan 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Jan 29, 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.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Self-esteem - All About Me/Diversity
Wed, Jan 29, 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-awareness and how to handle emotions.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Lunar New Year
Thu, Jan 30, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last. Limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Jan 30, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 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 18-36.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Self-Esteem
Thu, Jan 30, 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-esteem.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 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.
Collage Art "Self-Box" For Adults
Thu, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Join Northside staff to make your own art therapy activity - a collage "self-box" using magazine pictures, assorted papers and ephemera. Registration required.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Jan 30, 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: Sledding Engineering Challenge
Thu, Jan 30, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to build a mini sled & ramp for a fun engineering challenge! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Playful Pajama Party
Thu, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Put your PJs on and get ready for some fun at the library. We will be playing a variety of fun party games. Recommended for children ages 6-12. No registration Required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Sublimation Class
Thu, Jan 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Join us at the Marksbury Family branch Makerspace to learn how to sublimate and create your own custom metal picture.

*You may bring your digital pictures to use in your project*

ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Jan 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Jan 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch
Beginning English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 30, 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.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Lunar New Year
Fri, Jan 31, 9:30am - 6:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last. Limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
ESOL-English Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 31, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 31, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 31, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Jan 31, 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, Jan 31, 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.
Preschool Obstacle Course
Fri, Jan 31, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Develop gross motor skills while climbing a variety of objects. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers. No registration required.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Jan 31, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Eastside Children's Scavenger Hunt
Sat, Feb 01, All day
Eastside Branch
Stop by the Children's Department to participate in a scavenger hunt. Images will be hidden around the department and it's up to you to find them all! Scavenger hunts will change throughout the month.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Lunar New Year
Sat, Feb 01, 9:30am - 5:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last. Limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Open Studio - The Harlem Renaissance
Sat, Feb 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Not an artist? Not a problem! We provide the art supplies, you provide the creativity during this open art program.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Feb 01, 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, Feb 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join local yoga instructor Chie Tanaka for a free chair yoga class! This class is aimed at beginners but all experience levels are welcome!
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Feb 01, 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.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Sat, Feb 01, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
Chautauqua: Nancy Green
Sat, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Presented by the Kentucky Humanities Council Debra Faulk portrays Nancy Green. This program is part of Lex 250 a series celebrating the history and culture of Lexington for our 250th anniversary.
Around The World Book Challenge - Book Club
Sat, Feb 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Around the World is a book challenge for people who want to join a book club, but want to choose what books they read, based on the selected country each month. Share about your book at our meeting!
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Feb 02, 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.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Lunar New Year
Sun, Feb 02, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last. Limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Cathedral Window Quilt Club - Sew a quilt block a month
Sun, Feb 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Materials provided while supplies last. Please register and plan to attend.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Feb 02, 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.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Lunar New Year
Mon, Feb 03, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last. Limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Self-Care
Mon, Feb 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont 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.
Baby Social Time: - Let's Make Music!
Mon, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study 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, Feb 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.
Take & Make Kids Craft - Lunar New Year
Tue, Feb 04, 9:30am - 7:00pm
Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last. Limited to one per customer. For kids 5-12 years old.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 04, 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, Feb 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Feb 04, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Feb 04, 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.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Feb 04, 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
Chess Club
Tue, Feb 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area
Join us at Marksbury Family Branch for recreational Chess Club! Here, you can build community, learn strategies and have fun playing chess. All ages are welcome!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Build Your Own Stoplight - With Paper Circuits!
Tue, Feb 04, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to learn about black inventor (and Kentuckian) Garrett Morgan! We will learn about his invention of the 3-way traffic signal and create paper circuit stop lights. Recommended for ages 8-17.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Hand Embroidery Sampler - With Ashley Nguyen
Tue, Feb 04, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace as we welcome Ashley Nguyen, a local fiber craft artist and instructor, who will be teaching a variety of hand embroidery methods, skills, and tools.
Eastside Book Club
Tue, Feb 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us as we discuss Even As We Breathe by Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle!
Evening Storytime
Tue, Feb 04, 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.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Self-care
Tue, Feb 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program 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 XYZ.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 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.
Preschoolers Explore: Girls in Sports!
Wed, Feb 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get moving with activities inspired by black female athletes! Kids of all genders welcome. For ages 3-5. No registration required.
Crafternoon: Faux Stained Glass
Wed, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Mimic the look of stained glass with acrylic blanks and sharpie markers. While supplies last.
Teen Arcade
Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Immerse yourself in VR, work with your friends in Overcooked, go neon bowling, or play classic arcade games in a space designed just for teens!
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Feb 05, 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.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Feb 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Wed, Feb 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & 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.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Feb 06, 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, Feb 06, 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, Feb 06, 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 18-36.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Self Care
Thu, Feb 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
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.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Art Start: Make a Paper Story Quilt
Thu, Feb 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Explore the work of author and artist Faith Ringgold and make a paper story quilt inspired by her work. For children ages 3-5 and caregivers.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Feb 06, 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, Feb 06, 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.
Make a Victorian Valentine
Thu, Feb 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Northside staff to make Victorian-style valentines. Registration requested.
This event is full
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Feb 06, 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: Build Your Own Stoplight - With Paper Circuits!
Thu, Feb 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to learn about black inventor (and Kentuckian) Garrett Morgan! We will learn about his invention of the 3-way traffic signal and create paper circuit stop lights. Recommended for ages 8-17.
All Natural: Hair History & Tips - with Willa Lamia
Thu, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Join us to celebrate Black History Month and learn about the history and importance of hairstyles, as well as some tips for beginners on the subject of natural hair. Registration required.
This event is full
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Feb 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
The Mystery Community - Northside's Mystery Book Club
Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our Mystery Book Club on the first Thursday of each month! This month's pick is "Zero Days" by Ruth Ware.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 06, 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, Feb 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Feb 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Feb 07, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Feb 07, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Feb 07, 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, Feb 07, 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.
DIY Disney Snow Globes! - Mason Jar Snow Globe Creations
Fri, Feb 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Attention snow lovers! Join us at Marksbury Family Branch to create your own snow globe! We will use mason jars, Disney characters, and other supplies to work together and build our own creation.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Feb 07, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Fri, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Story Area
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Reading Rainbow: Tween and Teen Storytime - Black History Month
Fri, Feb 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Oh, the nostalgia! We're introducing Reading Rainbow, remixed for teens and tweens! Join us for a unique and retro experience!
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Feb 08, 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
Drop-in Valentine Studio
Sat, Feb 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Need to make a Valentine? We'll bring the supplies, you bring the creativity! All ages welcome while supplies last. No registration required.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Feb 08, 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.
Family Galaxy Painting
Sat, Feb 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about black astronauts and astronomers, then create your own galaxy painting! Recommended for children and families. Dress for mess!
Learn about Lexington Black History with Reinette Jones - Using the Notable Kentucky African American database
Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join UK Special Collections librarian Reinette Jones to learn about the Notable Kentucky African Americans database & Lexington history!
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Crafty Icicles
Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
CHILL out and make some COOL sparkling icicle crafts and learn a little about real icicles.
Strawberry DNA Extraction - Celebrating Henrietta Lacks
Sat, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Teens and tweens can celebrate Henrietta Lacks' contributions to science this Black History Month by performing a DNA Extraction!
Crafternoon: Faux Stained Glass
Sat, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Mimic the look of stained glass with acrylic blanks and sharpie markers. While supplies last.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Feb 09, 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.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Feb 09, 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.
Queer Car Workshop
Sun, Feb 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
An opportunity for LGBTQIA+ people to teach one another about basic car mechanics!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 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, Feb 10, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Feb 10, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization test
Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study 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, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.
How to FAFSA - with KHEAA
Mon, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Stop by the Tates Creek to learn about FAFSA! Teens and their parents are welcome. Feel free to bring any information you might need to fill out your FAFSA forms.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Self-Care
Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
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 how to take care of yourself.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Feb 11, 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.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Feb 11, 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
STEAM Lab Drop In: Heart Science
Tue, Feb 11, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us for hands-on heart activities and learn about Daniel Hale Williams, the first person to successfully perform open-heart surgery and founder of the first black-owned hospital. For ages 8-17.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Teen Tuesday - Water Bottle Rockets
Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch
Celebrate Black History Month with water bottle rockets. We'll learn about Dr. Mae Jeminson first African-American women in space and how to create our rocket. It'll be a blast!! While supplies last.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 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, Feb 12, 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, Feb 12, 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, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Feb 12, 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, Feb 12, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
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.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Open Mic Night - Vibes & Vision 2025 Preview
Wed, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 6:10pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Stop by Northside to get a sneak peek of the Vibes & Vision 2025 Showcase! Plus share your poetry, music, spoken word, and more. Content should be appropriate for teens and limited to 3-5 minutes.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Self Care - Washing hands, tying shoes, buttoning coat
Wed, Feb 12, 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-awareness and how to handle emotions.
Cult Classics Club - Book Discussion: Fight Club
Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Sixth Brewing
Do you like the strange and the unusual? Are you strange and unusual? Then join us for our new Cult Classics Club!
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Feb 13, 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
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 13, 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, Feb 13, 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 18-36.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Self-Care
Thu, Feb 13, 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.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Un-Assigned Reading - Homeschool Book Club
Thu, Feb 13, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us for some fun activities and discussion based on our pick of the month! (for middle school level).
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Feb 13, 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, Feb 13, 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.
Sensory Friendly Play: Valentines
Thu, Feb 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Sensory play and crafts that are inclusive, autism-friendly, and fun for everyone! Designed for children with a developmental age of approximately 2-5 years. ALL children are welcome!
Homeschool STEAM
Thu, Feb 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn more about science, technology, engineering, arts and math, with hands-on monthly activities! Recommended for ages 8-17
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - The Serrate Family Study 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: Heart Science
Thu, Feb 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us for hands-on heart activities and learn about Daniel Hale Williams, the first person to successfully perform open-heart surgery and founder of the first black-owned hospital. For ages 8-17.
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Bad Art Club!
Thu, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Teens and tweens can stop by Northside Branch the second Thursday of every month for - Bad Art Club! There will be music and art supplies of all kinds. The goal? Create the worst art you can!
How To FAFSA - with KHEAA
Thu, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Stop by the Eastside Branch to learn about FAFSA! Teens and their parents are welcome. Feel free to bring any information you might need to fill out your FAFSA forms.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 13, 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, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Feb 14, 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.
Love Bug Luau
Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
Celebrate Valentine?s Day with your toddler or preschooler with singing, dancing, bubbles, and more activities to enjoy. No registration required.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Feb 14, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Feb 14, 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, Feb 14, 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.
Horror Murder Movie Club - My Bloody Valentine
Fri, Feb 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Valentine's Day Special Feature
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Feb 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Feb 15, 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, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join local yoga instructor Chie Tanaka for a free chair yoga class! This class is aimed at beginners but all experience levels are welcome!
Registration opens Saturday, February 1 2025 at 11:00am
Disney Pin Trading Event
Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Time to do some more Pin Trading! So, join us once again, bring your pins and be prepared to have fun trading and talking about all things Disney.
Keep Calm and Rage On Book Club - A Discussion of Beloved by Toni Morrison
Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Come to Northside Library for a discussion of Beloved by Toni Morrison. We will meet in the Small Meeting Room.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Dungeons & Dragons
Eastside Travel Program: Walt Disney World
Sat, Feb 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us as travel agent Jordan Imlay with Key to the World Travel discusses different travel itineraries. Today we will be talking about the most magical place on Earth...Walt Disney World.
STEAM Lab Drop In: Heart Science
Sat, Feb 15, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us for hands-on heart activities and learn about Daniel Hale Williams, the first person to successfully perform open-heart surgery and founder of the first black-owned hospital. For ages 8-17.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Feb 15, 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.
Horror Murder Movie Club - Vampire in Brooklyn
Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A little romance. A little bloodshed.
Wool Spinning Demonstration
Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Kentucky Room
Join fiber arts enthusiast Page Mendes for a drop-in, hands-on, wool spinning demonstration.
Camp Nelson In A Box
Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Learn about Black History in Lexington with Camp Nelson National Monument!
Family STEAM Time
Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy a story followed by hands-on STEAM activities. For families with children ages 4-8. No registration required. This month we will celebrate Bessie Coleman's achievements in the air.
Art Attack! - Black History Month: Harlem Renaissance Artists
Sat, Feb 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New venue Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us every month to learn about a new artist or art form, and create a unique work of your own inspired by their style (with a touch of your own!). For teens and tweens
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Sun, Feb 16, 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.
LGBTQ+ Board Game Club - A welcoming and inclusive space for gaming
Sun, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
LGBTQ+ Board game club meeting
Classical Music Sunday - The EKU Guitar Ensemble
Sun, Feb 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Classical music the third Sunday of every month, September through April. April's performance rescheduled for Sunday, April 13.
Pop Up Court - with Grand Success Academy
Sun, Feb 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Tates Creek Branch
Hone your mental toughness and ball with trained athletes at the library!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Mon, Feb 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.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Feb 17, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Resource Management
Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont 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 resource management.
Baby Social Time: - Let's Make Music!
Mon, Feb 17, 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, Feb 17, 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, Feb 17, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Mon, Feb 17, 11:30am - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Pokemon Trainer Meet Up!
Mon, Feb 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Meet and hang out with other Pokemon fans! Bring your cards to trade or play, or chill out with a craft. For ages 5 and up. No registration required.
Teen Advisory Board
Mon, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Teen Space
Earn volunteer credit while making your voice heard!
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Feb 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL listening comprehension, reading and conversation, with an emphasis on cultural topics. For adults.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 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, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 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.
Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace - Open Studio
Tue, Feb 18, 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.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Feb 18, 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
Sticker Mosaics - For adults and all abilities
Tue, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Create beautiful sticker mosaics in a relaxed, social setting. Bring a friend or meet new friends.
Chess Club
Tue, Feb 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Adult Reading Area
Join us at Marksbury Family Branch for recreational Chess Club! Here, you can build community, learn strategies and have fun playing chess. All ages are welcome!
STEAM Lab Drop In: Explore Coding
Tue, Feb 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to learn about electrical engineer and founder of Black Girls CODE, Kimberly Bryant. We will explore coding through OctoStudio, Scratch and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.
LexPubLib Plays!
Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Hang out after school while exploring new concepts and activities!
Evening Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 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.
Teen Tuesday - How To: FAFSA with Dawson Arnold of KHEAA
Tue, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom,Community Room B
Stop by the Marksbury Family Branch to learn about FAFSA! Teens and their parents are welcome. Feel free to bring any information you might need to fill out your FAFSA forms.
Kindergarten Life Skills: - Resource Management
Tue, Feb 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program 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 XYZ.
EARLY BIRD BOOK CLUB - The Vice President's Black Wife by Amrita Chakrabarti Myers
Wed, Feb 19, 9:30am - 10:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Read the riveting, troubling, and complicated story of Julia Ann Chinn, enslaved wife of Richard Mentor Johnson, US vice president under Martin Van Buren. She managed his estate in Georgetown, KY.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de Ingles - ESOL
Wed, Feb 19, 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, Feb 19, 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, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:45am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Feb 19, 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, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Eastside Makerspace. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Button Maker and more. Or bring your project to work on in the space.
Starry Preschool Art
Wed, Feb 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Explore the process of art creation and find out ways to make stars. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Dress for mess! No registration required.
KRM Citizenship Class
Wed, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. No registration required
ESOL-English Conversation Group - Grupo de Conversación en Inglés - ESOL
Wed, Feb 19, 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.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Feb 20, 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, Feb 20, 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, Feb 20, 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 18-36.
Kindergarten Life Skills: Resource Management
Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
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 resource management.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Thu, Feb 20, 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, Feb 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Spanish Conversation group - Improve your Spanish language skills
Thu, Feb 20, 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: Explore Coding
Thu, Feb 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to learn about electrical engineer and founder of Black Girls CODE, Kimberly Bryant. We will explore coding through OctoStudio, Scratch and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Eastside Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us at Eastside for a game of Dungeons and Dragons!
A Party for Langston
Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Enjoy the picture book "There Was a Party for Langston." Then celebrate poet Langston Hughes with writing and crafts. For grades K-5 and their families. No registration required.
Little Chef of the Month
Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us at Little Chef of the Month!
Registration opens Saturday, February 1 2025 at 9:00am
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Feb 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 20, 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 - Crazy Stupid Bromance
Thu, Feb 20, 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.
Registration opens Thursday, January 23 2025 at 6:00pm
Southland Jamboree - McLain Family Band
Thu, Feb 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live bluegrass music the third Thursday of every month, October through April. December's performance rescheduled to December 5.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Feb 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Feb 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Feb 21, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Feb 21, 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.
Eastside Makerspace - Open Studio
Fri, Feb 21, 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, Feb 21, 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, Feb 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and ingenuity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
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