Beaumont Branch
Address3080 Fieldstone Way
Lexington, KY 40513
map/driving directions
Phone Numbers
| General | (859) 231-5570 |
Hours
| Sunday | 1 pm - 6 pm |
| Monday | 9:30 am - 9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30 am - 9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am - 9 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am - 9 pm |
| Friday | 9:30 am - 7 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am - 5 pm |
Served by LexTran Yellow Route (No. 5 – Eastland-South Broadway)
Special Features
- Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired design
- geothermal heating and cooling
- Architectural Glass, stained glass window by Guy Kemper
- Remembrance, mural by Prudence Carter
Upcoming programs at Beaumont Branch
Poet’s Cafe Puppet Show
July 06, 2009; 6:00 PM
Wild Goose Chase Theater uses shadow, hand, marionette, and foam puppetry to showcase the best in children’s poetry. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
5 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Teen Cafe
July 07, 2009; 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join us for Wii games. Snacks and drinks provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Kelly’s Kindergarten Super Happy Fun Time
July 08, 2009; 2:00 PM
A literacy readiness program just for kindergartners. Be a star as we dramatize a story. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
5-6 years
Creative Dramatics for Kids
July 09, 2009; 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Creative Dramatics specialist Jean Welch will help you act out scenes from various fairy tales.
8-10 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
First Time Homebuyers Information
July 09, 2009; 7:00 PM
Learn about the $8,000 federal tax credit only available through December 1. Seminar conducted by Tom Breathitt, vice president of the Central Bank Mortgage Division and Turf Town Properties Realtor Sara Adams.
For Adults
Paws to Read
July 11, 2009; 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Dogs are great listeners. Have fun and improve your reading skills by reading to a real-live, licensed therapy dog.
8-14 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Harry Potter Trivia: Books vs. Movies
July 11, 2009; 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join us for an afternoon of wizard trivia before the new movie is released. Snacks and drinks provided.
9 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Little Leonardos
July 14, 2009; 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Children explore and develop creativity skills through art activities using a variety of materials and methods. Be prepared for a fun (and messy) time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
2-5 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Daring Da Vinicis
July 14, 2009; 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
Kids will learn about the life of artist and inventor Leonardo Da Vinci, his masterpieces, and his techniques, and then be free to explore their own creative instincts and inspirations with art materials. Please be dress to mess.
6-12 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
First Time Homebuyers Information
July 14, 2009; 7:00 PM
Learn about the $8,000 federal tax credit only available through December 1. Seminar conducted by Tom Breathitt, vice president of the Central Bank Mortgage Division and Turf Town Properties Realtor Sara Adams.
For Adults
Understanding Dementia: What Caregivers Need to Know
July 15, 2009; 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Dr. Greg Cooper, neurologist of Central Baptist Hospital and the University of Kentucky Sanders Brown Center on Aging, will provide an overview of dementia with time to answer your questions. To register, call 1-800-272-3900.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Extreme Explorers Ages 6-8
July 15, 2009; 2:00 PM
Learn about famous Impressionists and create your own painting. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
6-8 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Extreme Explorers Ages 9-12
July 15, 2009; 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Learn about famous Impressionists and create your own painting. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
9-12 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Tell Me a Story
July 17, 2009; 10:30 AM
A very special story time featuring members of the Spellbinders storytelling group. All kinds of stories for the whole family.
5 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Getting to Know China/Conocer a China
July 20, 2009; 2:00 PM
Hong Shao will showcase Chinese music, art, and dance. She will play the pipa, teach a traditional dance, and show you how to make art using Chinese characters. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
6 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Beaumont Branch Wii Classic
July 21, 2009; 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
There will be two separate divisions: Guitar Hero or MarioKart Wii. Prizes will be awarded in both divisions, but players may only be entered in one. Top three finishers will move on to compete for the grand prize in the library’s city-wide tournament of champions on July 25 at the Central Library.
12-19 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Financial Planning Helps Weather Any Market
July 27, 2009; 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Certified Financial Planner Mohua Das will outline how having a solid financial plan in place can help you gain clear direction, more control of your finances, and a greater level of comfort with your strategy, particularly during volatile market conditions.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Magic Tree House Club: Stage Fright on a Summer Night
July 28, 2009; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
"All the World’s a Stage" for Jack and Annie as they travel back to England in the year 1600, meet Shakespeare, and perform in one of his plays. We will talk about the books, what Shakespeare means today, and perform our own little comedy or drama. Good acting skills not required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
6-8 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Love the Spotlight? Be A Star!
July 29, 2009; 2:00 PM
Join the Spellbinders group as they ready you for a life in the spotlight. In this session, we will work on storytelling skills, voice projection, and other skills that can help you at your next audition.
8 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
What’s Cooking at Beaumont: Grilling How To’s: Tools, Tips, and Techniques
July 30, 2009; 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Whether you are cooking for a crowd or just enjoying the backyard with your family, you can be the “grill master" everyone turns to. Learn a few tricks of the trade, and leave with some great new recipes. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5570
Storytimes/Regular Programs
Summer 2009 session
June 01, 2009 - July 31, 2009
Monday
Play and Learn
Mondays, 10:30 AM
3-5 years
Tuesday
Bouncing Babies
Tuesdays, 12:00 PM
6-24 months
Wednesday
Toddler Storytime
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM
2-3 years
Thursday
Bouncing Babies
Thursdays, 10:45 AM
6-24 months
Bouncing Babies
Thursdays, 11:15 AM
6-24 months
Friday
Toddler Storytime
Fridays, 10:30 AM
2-3 years
Computer Classes
Microsoft Word: Level 3
July 22, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn how to use the drawing toolbar to add graphic elements to your Word document. Prerequisite: Word Level 2 class or using experience using Word 2007.
Microsoft Word: Level 4
July 24, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn more word processing skills including tables, mail merge and other advanced options. Prerequisite: Word Level 2 class or experience using Word 2007.
Microsoft Excel: Level 1
July 23, 2009; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
This class introduces the basic functions and uses of a spreadsheet program. Prerequisite: Word Level 2 class or ability to create and manipulate tables within Word with ease.
Microsoft Powerpoint: Level 1
July 23, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This class introduces the basic functions and uses of a presentation program. Create a simple slideshow presentation. Prerequisite: Word Level 3 class or experience using the Drawing Toolbar within Word.