Poetry Belongs to Everyone
A Reading with George Ella Lyon
Saturday, April 05
2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Poetry Belongs to Everyone
As Lexington turns 250, we are celebrating its rich literary history along with former Kentucky Poet Laureate George Ella Lyon.
Central Library - Farish Theater
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Farish TheaterAs Lexington turns 250, we are celebrating its rich literary history along with former Kentucky Poet Laureate George Ella Lyon.
A native of Harlan County, Lyon is a celebrated author and teacher who believes that poetry belongs to everyone. She has published award-winning books for readers of all ages, and her poem, “Where I’m From,” has been used as a writing model around the world. George Ella invites you to hear her read and discuss her work, and to join in creating a “Where We’re From” poem together.
AGE GROUP: | Teen (13-17 years) | Adults (18+) |
EVENT TYPE: | Books, Writing & Authors |
TAGS: | Lex 250 | Farish Theater | Author Talk |
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Impartidas por la instructora Dania Gallardo! Manténgase activo, saludable y libre de estrés a través del baile.
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Mon, Jun 08, 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.
Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,Large Meeting Room
Meet and greet with Pete the Cat and enjoy activities based on his books! For families. No registration required.
Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 11:30pm
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.
Mon, Jun 08, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch
Free lunch for youth from FCPS.
Mon, Jun 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn about the sun and other forms of energy with hands-on activities provided by Bluegrass Greensource.
For preschoolers & their caregivers
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library
Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For ages 5 to 11. No registration required.
Cancelled
Tue, Jun 09, 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.
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Allow your little one to explore painting with ice! Ice painting is a creative activity that sparks joy and imagination. Recommended for ages 3-5. Dress for Mess.
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Meet and greet Llama Llama and enjoy the story and activities to celebrate these beloved books!
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Tue, Jun 09, 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
Tue, Jun 09, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Free lunch for youth from FCPS.
Tue, Jun 09, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the eastside makerspace for a class on using the Cricut to cut and apply heat transfer vinyl to fabric. During this class we will be creating designs for small canvas pouches.
For ages 13+
Registration opens Tuesday, May 26 2026 at 12:30pm
Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more.
For ages 5 to 11. No registration required.
Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom,Keeneland Community Room
Design your own charm bracelet! Pick your charms, mix your style and create something totally you!
No registration required. While supplies last.
Tue, Jun 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore light and reflection while you create your own kaleidoscope!
Recommended for ages 8-17.
Tue, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Glow with pride! Create iridescent art with glow-in-dark paint.
Registration opens Sunday, May 31 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing. listening and speaking skills.
Tue, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 5 years.
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room,Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room
Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For ages 5 to 11. No registration required.
Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing. listening and speaking skills.
Wed, Jun 10, 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.
Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Wed, Jun 10, 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
Wed, Jun 10, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Free lunch for youth from FCPS.
Wed, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,Large Meeting Room
Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For ages 5 to 11. No registration required.
Wed, Jun 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us for a fun craft activity on Wednesday afternoons in the summer! Materials provided while supplies last. Dress for mess please.
Wed, Jun 10, 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.
Wed, Jun 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Wed, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For ages 5 to 11. No registration required.
Thu, Jun 11, 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
Thu, Jun 11, 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.
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Play games, make crafts, have fun, and get a picture with our celebrity guests! Pete the Cat and the Very Hungry Caterpillar will visit the children's department in this special play program.
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Thu, Jun 11, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Beat the summer heat and join us for a free family movie!
Thu, Jun 11, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Free lunch for youth from FCPS.
Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Eastside Branch
Join us to meet and greet our beloved friends, Elephant and Piggie! We'll share a story together and enjoy fun activities inspired by our favorite dynamic duo. For families. No reservation required.
Thu, Jun 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us at Northside to craft your very own pieces of wearable Pride! Dress for mess. Registration recommended.
Thu, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Hola! Looking to improve your Spanish speaking skills? Why not join our friendly weekly group meeting? It's a great opportunity to practice and meet new people!
Thu, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Visit us weekly for gardening tips and to get advice for your gardening problems! Master Gardeners will also provide free seeds (or plants, when available) and gardening education resources.
Thu, Jun 11, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to explore light and reflection while you create your own kaleidoscope!
Recommended for ages 8-17.
Thu, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join representatives from R.E.A.C.H. to learn about the home purchasing process and opportunities for down payment assistance. Registration requested.
Thu, Jun 11, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing. listening and speaking skills.
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Thu, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Fri, Jun 12, 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.
Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Listen to a story and learn about an artist! In each session we will learn about an artist and discover some new techniques to create a piece of art to take home. Ages 7-11, no registration required.
Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Disfrute de libros, música y actividades que promueven la preparación para la escuela. Para niños de 5 años y más jovenes con adultos.
Fri, Jun 12, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Free lunch for youth from FCPS.
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Enjoy stories and activities about our beloved book friends. They might even stop by and say hello! For families. No reservations required.
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Story Room
Are you curious to learn new things? Join us at Northside for an afternoon craft! We will read a story, learn something new, and make a craft to take home. Ages 5-8, no registration required.
Fri, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,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.
Fri, Jun 12, 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.
Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Led by instructor Dania Gallardo! Stay active, healthy, and stress-free through dance.
Impartidas por la instructora Dania Gallardo! Manténgase activo, saludable y libre de estrés a través del baile.
Sat, Jun 13, 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
Sat, Jun 13, 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!
Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Presentations, exhibit tours, entertainment, and refreshments.
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Upgrade your garden with a beautiful DIY stepping stone!
Registration opens Saturday, May 23 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to participate in STEAM challenges featuring beach balls! Families will create towers, race in a relay and more!
For Families
Sat, Jun 13, 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.
Sun, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Stop by the Beaumont Branch to paint a book end for your home library. And bring an old book to trade for a new one with friends!
Sun, Jun 14, 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.
Mon, Jun 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing. listening and speaking skills.
Mon, Jun 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
Mon, Jun 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.
Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 11:30pm
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.
Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Learn how to avoid GLP-1 medication pitfalls and increase the effects of GLP-1 medications for long-term success.
Mon, Jun 15, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch
Free lunch for youth from FCPS.
Mon, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Led by local video game developers Runjumpdev, this class will introduce students to the Unity game engine which is used by millions of creators.
Registration opens Monday, May 25 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Jun 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM lab to learn about UV rays while you create a mini shelter to protect an "astronaut" from the sun! Recommended for Ages 8-17
Mon, Jun 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
All ages family movie
Tue, Jun 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.
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Leave with a custom slime and a fun, sensory experience to remember.This engaging program encourages curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning through play?perfect for summer fun at the library!
Tue, Jun 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.
Tue, Jun 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
Tue, Jun 16, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Free lunch for youth from FCPS.
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Led by local video game developers Runjumpdev, this class will introduce students to the Unity game engine which is used by millions of creators.
Registration opens Monday, May 25 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Jun 16, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Pokémon Club is a monthly program providing young players with tools to learn and develop strategic thinking, math, and reading comprehension through the Pokémon Trading Card Game.
For ages 11-13
Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Bring a favorite toy or stuffed animal with you for a viewing of Toy Story 4! Rated G. For families. No registration required.
Tue, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create a watercolor masterpiece inspired by the ocean!
Recommended for ages 8-17.
Tue, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Take your first steps into quilt piecing as you learn the basics of cutting and sewing fabric squares into a quilt block which will be used to create your own pot holder!
For ages 13+
Registration opens Tuesday, June 2 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing. listening and speaking skills.
Tue, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 5 years.
Wed, Jun 17, 9:30am - 10:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
To celebrate Juneteenth, this month we will read and discuss a forgotten story of a pioneering group of five Black ballerinas and their fifty-year sisterhood, a legacy erased from history--until now.
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
The Lexington Children's Theatre presents Mariposa/Butterfly, a play about friendship and wonder. Recommended for preschoolers and up. No registration required.
Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing. listening and speaking skills.
Wed, Jun 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.
Wed, Jun 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.
Wed, Jun 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.
Wed, Jun 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.
Wed, Jun 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
Wed, Jun 17, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Beat the summer heat and join us for a free family movie!
Wed, Jun 17, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Free lunch for youth from FCPS.
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space,Large Meeting Room
The Lexington Children's Theatre presents Mariposa/Butterfly, a play about friendship and wonder. Recommended for preschoolers and up. No registration required.
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Explore the power of the sun with hands-on fun!
Wed, Jun 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us for a fun craft activity on Wednesday afternoons in the summer! Materials provided while supplies last. Dress for mess please.
Wed, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch
Join us at Northside for an evening of poetry, music, spoken word, and more. Attendees can sign up to perform on the day of the event.
Arts and crafts activities available for families.
Wed, Jun 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.
Wed, Jun 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Wed, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
A Pride Month Stroll
Registration opens Monday, June 1 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library
The Lexington Children's Theatre presents Mariposa/Butterfly, a play about friendship and wonder. Recommended for preschoolers and up. No registration required.
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Join us and learn how to use Canva to create a design and turn it into a sticker. Únase para aprender como usar Canva para crear un diseño y convertirlo en una calcamonia.
Registration opens Thursday, June 4 2026 at 10:00am
Thu, Jun 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
Thu, Jun 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.
Thu, Jun 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.
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join us for a free dance class in partnership with Tippi Toes Lexington. Enjoy music, movement, and simple dance activities.
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Thu, Jun 18, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Free lunch for youth from FCPS.
Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
The Lexington Children's Theatre presents Mariposa/Butterfly, a play about friendship and wonder. Recommended for preschoolers and up. No registration required.
Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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!
Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a one-room world trip! Grab your passport at the door and complete activities to get all your stamps. Then try some snacks from around the world. This program is open to ages 6-12.
Thu, Jun 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!
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Visit us weekly for gardening tips and to get advice for your gardening problems! Master Gardeners will also provide free seeds (or plants, when available) and gardening education resources.
Thu, Jun 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create a watercolor masterpiece inspired by the ocean!
Recommended for ages 8-17.
Thu, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
In honor of Juneteenth, we're celebrating the history of natural hair with local stylist & presenter Willa Lamia. Join us for a deep dive into styles, care, cultural significance, and more.
Thu, Jun 18, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing. listening and speaking skills.
Thu, Jun 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.
Thu, Jun 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.
Cancelled
Fri, Jun 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
The Lexington Children's Theatre presents Mariposa/Butterfly, a play about friendship and wonder. Recommended for preschoolers and up. No registration required.
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Led by instructor Dania Gallardo! Stay active, healthy, and stress-free through dance.
Impartidas por la instructora Dania Gallardo! Manténgase activo, saludable y libre de estrés a través del baile.
Sat, Jun 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving.
For Children & Families
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
A Pride Month Stroll
Registration opens Monday, June 1 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for a workshop on painting miniatures for tabletop games and displays. We will discuss a variety of techniques, and paint provided miniatures!
For ages 13+
Registration opens Saturday, June 6 2026 at 11:00am
Sat, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Examining the Narrative in Kentucky Quilts
Registration opens Monday, June 1 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room,Medium Meeting Room,Small Meeting Room
The Lexington Children's Theatre presents Mariposa/Butterfly, a play about friendship and wonder. Recommended for preschoolers and up. No registration required.
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Watercolor painting club with a Youtube 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 PM
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create a watercolor masterpiece inspired by the ocean!
Recommended for ages 8-17.
Sat, Jun 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.