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In Conversation with Frank X. Walker

Affrilachian poet
2026-02-12 17:00:00 2026-02-12 18:30:00 America/New_York In Conversation with Frank X. Walker In conversation with Frank X. Walker, co-founder of the Affrilachian literary movement and former Kentucky Poet Laureate. Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Thursday, February 12
5:00pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-12 17:00:00 2026-02-12 18:30:00 America/New_York In Conversation with Frank X. Walker In conversation with Frank X. Walker, co-founder of the Affrilachian literary movement and former Kentucky Poet Laureate. Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Marksbury Family Branch

Community Room (A & B)

In conversation with Frank X. Walker, co-founder of the Affrilachian literary movement and former Kentucky Poet Laureate.

Join us for an evening with acclaimed poet, author, and educator Frank X. Walker, a pioneer of the Affrilachian literary movement and former Kentucky Poet Laureate. Professor Walker will share insights from his groundbreaking work, discuss the power of storytelling in shaping cultural identity, and reflect on his journey as a writer and advocate for Appalachian voices. Following the conversation, there will be an audience Q&A session, giving attendees the opportunity to engage directly with Professor Walker and explore his perspectives on literature, history, and community. Registration is encouraged. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Writing & Authors |

TAGS: | Black History Month |

Marksbury Family Branch
Phone: 859-231-5500
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The Marksbury Family Branch is located at the intersection of Versailles Road and Village Drive.

Upcoming Events

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Bluegrass Youth Ballet | Pre-K Dance - ARTBEAT WEEK
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Jan 14, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Eastside Dungeons & Dragons
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Join both beginners and experienced players as we gather to play Dungeons and Dragons at the Eastside Branch.
Tradiciones de mi Tierra - ARTBEAT WEEK
Wed, Jan 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Craft To Go - I Have a Dream- Celebrating MLK Day
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Eastside Branch
Craft To Go kids' craft kits will be available for pick-up at Eastside Library starting January 15, while supplies last. Limit one kit per customer. For ages 5-12.
Introduction to Laser Engraving
Thu, Jan 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Join us and learn the process of using the laser engraver and making your own custom wooden coasters.
This event is full
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Play Date!
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
It can be difficult to meet other caregivers when you have a new baby. Bring your little one to enjoy toys and a craft while meeting new friends! Suggested for babies 0-18 months and their caregivers.
On The Move Art Studio | Harlem Renaissance - ARTBEAT WEEK
Thu, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
STEAM Lab Drop In - Northern Lights Pastel Art
Thu, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to create a magical night-sky art piece by blending pastel colors to mimic the shimmering waves of the northern lights above a simple, snowy landscape. Recommended for ages 8-17.
On The Move Art Studio | Basic Drawing - ARTBEAT WEEK
Thu, Jan 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Hip Hop Poetry - ARTBEAT WEEK
Thu, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - First Floor Paseo
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Jan 15, 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.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for young children and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
Check Meowt Book Club - A Harvest of Hearts
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lexington Humane Society - Habicattery Room
Love cats and books? Us too! Meet up with us at the Lexington Humane Society's Main Adoption Center Habicattery Room to discuss this month's cat themed book while surrounded by adoptable cats.
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Southland Jamboree - Throwdown Thursday
Thu, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live bluegrass music the third Thursday of every month, October through April.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Creative Movement, Music & Storytelling - ARTBEAT WEEK
Fri, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Sensory Friendly Play - Outer Space
Fri, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for sensory play that is inclusive for all abilities and fun for everyone! Designed for children with a developmental age of approximately 2-5 years. ALL children are welcome!
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Dana Martin Special Musical Showcase - ARTBEAT WEEK
Fri, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - First Floor Paseo
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Gallery Hop - Stories Told: Mixed Media by Raymond Papka
Fri, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library - Gallery
Gallery Hop.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Knitting Basics
Sat, Jan 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us at the Eastside Makerspace to learn knitting basics to start your first project. The workshop will cover casting-on, knit and purl stitches, and basic knitting terms. Materials provided!
This event is full
Chair Yoga
Sat, Jan 17, 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!
This event is full
STEAM Lab Drop In - Northern Lights Pastel Art
Sat, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to create a magical night-sky art piece by blending pastel colors to mimic the shimmering waves of the northern lights above a simple, snowy landscape. Recommended for ages 8-17.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Make & Chill - Metal & Leather Stamping
Sat, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Drop in for our monthly teen DIY program! This month, learn to use stamping tools to make a metal necklace or faux leather keychain. Materials provided while supplies last.
Lexington Good Days Choir - ARTBEAT WEEK
Sat, Jan 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Bite Club - Pizza & Mocktails Edition
Sun, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get out of your cooking comfort zone in Bite Club: A Cookbook Club for Food Lovers. A new theme or cuisine will be represented by an array of cookbooks each meeting.
Classical Music Sunday - Trio Risoluto
Sun, Jan 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live classical music the third Sunday of every month.
Cancelled
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 19, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Jan 20, 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 - Robot Sledding Races
Tue, Jan 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create a sled for a sphero robot and then race! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Pokemon Club
Tue, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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
Laser Engraved Signs
Tue, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Join us in the Eastside Makerspace for a workshop on engraving wooden signs. We will discuss techniques and styles that are best for engraving, and create your own custom sign. For ages 13+
This event is full
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 20, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Jan 20, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing. listening and speaking skills.
EARLY BIRD BOOK CLUB - Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
Wed, Jan 21, 9:30am - 10:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join us to discuss a gripping historical mystery inspired by the life and diary of Martha Ballard, a renowned 18th-century midwife who defied the legal system and wrote herself into American history.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Wed, Jan 21, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Jan 21, 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
Preschool Icy Art
Wed, Jan 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Explore the process of creating chilly art. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Dress for mess! No registration required.
Workshop Wednesday
Wed, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Roll up your sleeves, experiment with new technology, and get crafting!
Teen Paint-Along - Starry Night
Wed, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Teens and tweens can visit Northside to hang out and and paint along with a "Starry Night" YouTube tutorial. Dress for mess! Registration recommended.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Cult Classics Book Club - Dead Man Blues by S. D. House
Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Sixth Brewing
A book club for the strange and unusual.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 22, 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.
STEAM Lab Drop In - Robot Sledding Races
Thu, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to create a sled for a sphero robot and then race! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Crafternoon - Watercolors
Thu, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Meeting Room B
Get creative and learn something new at our monthly crafternoon! Materials provided while supplies last.
Little Chef of the Month - New Year's Resolution-Healthy Eating & Cooking
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Got a New Year's resolution in mind? We'll explore healthy eating, learn how to read food labels, and set a New Year's food goal together. Let's make this our healthiest year yet!
This event is full
Lego Party!
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join us for a drop-in Lego hour! Complete a challenge or let your imagination run wild. Legos of all sizes will be available! Program open to kids and families.
Club de Voces Latinxs - Latinxs Voices Book Club - Spanish Book Club - Club de Lectura en Español
Thu, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kentucky Native Café. - 417 E Maxwell St Unit B, Lexington, KY 40508
Lo que no tiene nombre de Piedad Bonnett. La gran literatura convierte la historia personal en una experiencia humana colectiva.
First Time Home Buyer Workshop
Thu, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
FREE informational workshop for anyone who is interested in learning more about first time home-buyer assistance through REACH, Inc.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Jan 22, 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.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 22, 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, Jan 23, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Jan 23, 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.
Canva for Creators - Simple Design Tools for Content Creators
Sat, Jan 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch
Learn how content creators can use Canva to design eye-catching graphics, social media posts, flyers, and promo content. Perfect for artists, influencers, and entrepreneurs.
This event is full
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Jan 24, 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, Jan 24, 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!
Introduction to Laser Engraving
Sat, Jan 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Join us and learn the process of using the laser engraver and making your own custom wooden coasters.
This event is full
Horror Murder Movie Club - The Shining (R)
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
A monthly horror movie to tickle your fancy
Lego Club
Sat, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Jan 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northside Branch
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.
Hooked on Books - Graphic Novels, Comics, and Manga!
Sat, Jan 24, 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.
Rescheduled
CKCB Saxophone Trio - ARTBEAT WEEK
Sat, Jan 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Sunday, January 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Sunday Classic Movies - Braveheart (R)
Sun, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Enjoy a Sunday matinee of a classic movie.
Financial Workshop - Budgeting 101
Sun, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Operation Hope Financial Wellbeing Coach, Sherry Schloemer, to discuss the importance of budgeting, how to create a budget, and why a budget is a valuable tool to reduce debt.
CKCB Saxophone Trio - ARTBEAT WEEK
Sun, Jan 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tates Creek Branch
This program is part of Art Beat, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Lexington.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Jan 26, 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
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Mon, Jan 26, 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.
Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jan 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Jan 26, 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.
Baby-Sitters Club Kid Kits
Mon, Jan 26, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Drop in and make your own Kid Kit like the members of the Baby-Sitters Club! Use it for a babysitting job now, or keep it for one in the future. For ages 7 and up. No registration required.
Learn to Paint
Mon, Jan 26, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Learn to paint by following along with videos from YouTube.
This event is full
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Jan 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration is not required.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 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.
Construction City - For Toddlers
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Toddlers are invited to be little builders at Eastside's construction site! Here, they will play with the sensory sites, and build in their construction zones.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Jan 27, 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
Library Social Hour - Craft an Air Plant Ornament
Tue, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
All supplies are provided for creating a geometric air plant hanger to brighten your home. Supplies are limited so registration is recommended.
This event is full
STEAM Lab Drop In - The Science of Sound
Tue, Jan 27, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to explore the science of sound with hands-on activities like creating a popsicle stick harmonica, experimenting with a tuning fork and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.
Teen Laser Tag
Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Play Capture the Flag, Battle Royale, and more!
Teen Tuesday: Life Size Angry Birds
Tue, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Angry Birds but...bigger. See who can take down the most targets, get ready to launch, aim and knock all the towers down.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jan 27, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Jan 27, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing. listening and speaking skills.
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization Test
Wed, Jan 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required. 
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Wed, Jan 28, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, Jan 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
Duct Tape Crafting - for teens
Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Blast from the past! Hang out and make duct tape wallets & creations, and listen to music from the 90s and 00s! Registration required, for ages 13 - 17
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 29, 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.
STEAM Lab Drop In - The Science of Sound
Thu, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us to explore the science of sound with hands-on activities like creating a popsicle stick harmonica, experimenting with a tuning fork and more! Recommended for ages 8-17.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Jan 29, 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.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 29, 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, Jan 30, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Jan 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Jan 30, 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.
STEAM Storytime
Fri, Jan 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us for a fun and interactive STEAM Storytime, where preschoolers will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through engaging stories, hands-on activities, and creative play!
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Jan 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Jan 30, 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.
Read & Create - Bears!
Fri, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Join our fun book club where we'll read an engaging story about bears & create literature inspired art. No registration required.
Every Dollar Counts - Budgeting 101 with Commonwealth Credit Union
Fri, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
What is your New Year's resolution? Let's make every dollar count! We'll learn the basics of budgeting - needs vs. wants, saving goals, and easy spending tips.
Animation Basics - Motion Made Easy
Sat, Jan 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch
Bring your drawings to life using Procreate and the studio's editing software! Learn the core principles of animation and create short animated loops or scenes with tools you already use.
Open Studio - Valentine's Art
Sat, Jan 31, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Make someone's heart sing! Try your hands on making Valentines for your friends and families.
Watercolor Club - Paint With Us!
Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Watercolor painting club with a lesson each month suitable for beginners and anyone who just wants to hang out and paint with us. For adults & older teens. Registration required. 2 - 3 PM
This event is full
Craft To Go - Celebrating National Feed the Birds Day
Sun, Feb 01, All day
Eastside Branch
Craft To Go kids' craft kits will be available for pick-up at Eastside Library starting February 1, while supplies last. Limit one kit per customer. For ages 5-12.
Eastside Children's Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Feb 01, 9:00am - 10:00am
Eastside Branch
Stop by the Children's Department to participate in a scavenger hunt. Images will be hidden around the department and it's up to you to find them all! Scavenger hunts will change throughout the month.
Sunday Classic Matinee - Nickel Boys (PG-13)
Sun, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Enjoy a Sunday matinee of a classic movie.
Cathedral Window Quilt Club
Sun, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Quilting materials provided while supplies last. Hand sewing required. Please register and plan to attend.
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Meeting Room D
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Mon, Feb 02, 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.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Feb 02, 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 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Feb 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Feb 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration is not required.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Feb 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Feb 03, 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 - Boat Design
Tue, Feb 03, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Come learn about Raye Montague, the black female engineer who broke racial and gender barriers to revolutionize Navy Ship design. Then participate in a boat engineering challenge. For ages 8-17.
Explore Doctors in Black History
Tue, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Discover African-American doctors and scientists who changed the world of health. For ages 5 to 10. No reservations required.
Eastside Book Club - Reading The Women
Tue, Feb 03, All day
Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
All are welcome whether you finished the book or not! This month's pick is The Women by Kristen Hannah
Evening Storytime
Tue, Feb 03, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Feb 03, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing. listening and speaking skills.
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization Test
Wed, Feb 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required. 
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Wed, Feb 04, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, 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
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Feb 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Feb 05, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
STEAM Lab Drop In - Boat Design
Thu, Feb 05, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Come learn about Raye Montague, the black female engineer who broke racial and gender barriers to revolutionize Navy Ship design. Then participate in a boat engineering challenge. For ages 8-17.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Feb 05, 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.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 05, 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 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Feb 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Feb 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Feb 06, 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.
Sensory Play Inspired By Black History Month
Fri, Feb 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Play in moon sand like Mae Jemison, shoot like Lebron, dance like Alvin Ailey and more! Sensory play inspired by Black History Month for those with a developmental age of 2-5 years. All are welcome!
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Feb 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
Open STEAM Play
Sat, Feb 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Paws To Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sat, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Story Area
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
Eastside Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join both beginners and experienced players as we gather to play Dungeons and Dragons at the Eastside Branch.
Adult Crafternoon - Take & Make Origami Bookmarks!
Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Get crafty at Eastside!
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Challenge yourself with open-ended STEAM projects to encourage your creativity and curiosity. You bring your imagination, we'll provide the supplies! Recommended for children 8+ and families.
STEM & Stuff - Strawberry DNA Extraction
Sat, Feb 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Teens and tweens are welcome to join Northside's monthly STEM club. We're celebrating Black History Month and Henrietta Lacks by learning to extract DNA from strawberries. Registration recommended.
Pokémon Trainer Meet Up
Sun, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Meet and hang out with other Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to trade or play, or chill out with a craft. For ages 5 and up. No registration required.
Indie Lens Pop-Up Season 2025-26 - The Librarians (Not Rated)
Sun, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Librarians across the U.S. examine how book review policies are shaping their communities.
Paws to Read - Read to a therapy dog from Love On A Leash
Sun, Feb 08, 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.
Bad Bunny Paint Party
Sun, Feb 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Join us before the Super Bowl to paint a canvas bag with the cover of Bad Bunny's Grammy award winning album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, while listening to the album!
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Mon, Feb 09, 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.
Open STEAM Play
Mon, Feb 09, 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 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Mon, Feb 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Pokemon Club
Mon, Feb 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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
Intermediate ESOL - Culture & Conversation - Culture & Conversation
Mon, Feb 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Northside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate ESOL culture and conversation. ESL English class for adults. Registration is not required.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Feb 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Flexible Space
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Feb 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Tue, Feb 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Open STEAM Play
Tue, Feb 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
STEAM Lab Drop In - Heart Science
Tue, Feb 10, 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.
Teen Tuesday: Anti Valentines Day Party
Tue, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
No hearts, no pressure. Just games and heartbreaker dolls craft, because Valentines Day isn't for everyone.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Tue, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing. listening and speaking skills.
U.S. Citizenship Class - Prepare for the Naturalization Test
Wed, Feb 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Small Meeting Room
You can review for the U.S. Citizenship exam with an instructor from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for free. Registration is not required. 
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Wed, Feb 11, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Central Library
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Wed, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Open STEAM Play
Wed, 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
Preschoolers Explore Valentines
Wed, Feb 11, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Get ready for Valentine's Day with Valentine themed activities! Dress for mess. For preschoolers. No registration required.
Clay Date - Valentine's Macarons
Wed, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Come sculpt cute macarons from air-dry foam clay! For ages 8 and up. Registration required.
ESOL Conversation Group
Wed, Feb 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Open STEAM Play
Thu, Feb 12, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Explore STEAM in an imaginative way. Kids build, experiment, and create with various materials, fostering curiosity and problem-solving. For Children & Families
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler + Babywearing Winter Olympics!
Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Department Play Space
Toddlers and caregivers wearing their babies "compete" in Winter Olympics inspired activities to win the gold! Activities are suitable for all activity levels. For ages 0-5 and their adults.
Homeschool STEAM
Thu, Feb 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join us in the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab to learn more about science, technology, engineering, art and math, with hands-on monthly activities! For Ages 8-17
Make A Victorian Valentine
Thu, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Northside Branch - Classroom
Join Northside staff to make Victorian-style valentines. Registration requested.
STEAM Lab Drop In - Heart Science
Thu, Feb 12, 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.
Technology Innovations - Students Impacting Industry
Thu, Feb 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Come meet the social robot RIVER, learn about the latest SCAMs using AI, and experience next level VR as a training tool.
In Conversation with Frank X. Walker - Affrilachian poet
Thu, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
In conversation with Frank X. Walker, co-founder of the Affrilachian literary movement and former Kentucky Poet Laureate.
ESOL Beginning English Classes - Clases de inglés/Masomo ya Kiingereza/Cours d'anglais
Thu, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Northside Branch - Snack Room
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing. listening and speaking skills.
Evening Family Storytime
Thu, Feb 12, 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 12, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
ESOL Conversation Group
Fri, Feb 13, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch
Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.
Valentine's Day Art Start
Fri, Feb 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B
Let your little one explore their creativity with Valentine?s Day themed art projects. For Toddlers & Preschoolers with their caregivers. No registration required.
Preschool Storytime
Fri, Feb 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Baby Storytime
Fri, Feb 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Feb 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
STEAM Lab Maker Station
Fri, Feb 13, 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.
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