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New OverDrive Version!

Try the latest version of Overdrive for your computer or mobile device. Read your eBooks directly in your web browser.

Newly Renovated!

We have recently completed renovations at the Beaumont Branch. Come see our new children's area, meeting rooms, and study rooms.

Dig Into Reading!

Start your Summer Reading now! Prizes, Events & Activities, Free Books, School Summer Reading Lists, and more!

Fiddlers Restrung

Kentucky Premiere! Come see one of the best high school level Celtic, Bluegrass, and American folk fiddle groups in the nation on July 1st.

Summer Fun With The LexPhil

Enjoy three wonderful events with the LexPhil this summer! Instrument Petting Zoos, Concerts, and a behind the scenes LexPhil Lecture.

Free Magazine Downloads!

Now available! Download over 70 popular magazines for free with your library card!

Upcoming Events & Classes

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Saturday, June 22nd
11:00am - 11:30am
Super Saturday Storytimes
Central Library - Story Room
Age Group: families
Even if it's gloomy outside, stop by the library for some Saturday morning fun! Stories, songs and crafts! Start your weekend right!
Saturday, June 22nd
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pop-up Makerspace: Basic Bookbinding, pt 2
Central Library - Room A
Age Group: middle school, high school, adults
Book artist Alex Brooks will lead 2 workshops on crafting journals or chapbooks, combining traditional methods with modern and recycled materials. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lexington Public Library.

For group registration please contact this library location at (859) 231-5500

Monday, June 24th
9:30am - 11:30am
Introduction to Powerpoint 2013
Central Library - Computer Lab
Age Group: adults
Learners will explore the basic functions and uses of a presentation program and create a simple slideshow presentation. Prerequisite: Introduction to MS word 2013 or previous experience using presentation software

For group registration please contact this library location at (859) 231-5500

Monday, June 24th
10:30am - 11:30am
English Class for Beginners/Clase de inglés
Village Branch - Large Meeting Room
Age Group: adults
English Class for beginners. No registration required. Mondays and Wednesdays.
Monday, June 24th
11:00am - 12:00pm
I Dig Origami!
Tates Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
Learn to make fascinating origami creations from master origami artist Michael Roy Baldridge. Ages 8 & up. Registration required.

For group registration please contact this library location at (859) 231-5500

Monday, June 24th
11:00am - 1:00pm
Annuities and Income for Life
Beaumont Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: adults
Learn about the different types of annuities, what you must know, what you must not do, and how you can have income for life and still have a death benefit.

For group registration please contact this library location at (859) 231-5500

Monday, June 24th
11:00am - 12:00pm
Jump Baby Jump
Eagle Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: baby (1-2 years)
Music and playtime for young toddlers. Age 18-30months. Reservations required.
Monday, June 24th
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Free Hot Lunch
Village Branch - Small Meeting Room
Age Group: all kids
A free hot lunch will be served every weekday (excluding July 4)to children ages 18 and younger. This event is sponsored by the 21st Century Learning Center Grant.
Monday, June 24th
1:00pm - 4:00pm
MahJongg
Tates Creek Branch - Small Conference Room
Age Group: adults, adults
Join us the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month. Previous game experience is recommended but not necessary. Please contact Heather at (859)422-6849 or hprichard@lexpublib.org if you are interested in playing.
Monday, June 24th
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens and Tools
Village Branch - Large Meeting Room
Age Group: middle school, high school
Learn to use tools to build cool things and learn how the world works. For middle and high school. This event is sponsored by grants from the 21st Century Learning Center and Partners for Youth.

For group registration please contact this library location at (859) 231-5500

Monday, June 24th
1:30pm - 2:30pm
I Dig Origami!
Village Branch - Teen Room
Age Group: 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
Learn to make fascinating origami creations from master origami artist Michael Roy Baldridge.
Monday, June 24th
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Job Lab @ Central Library
Central Library - Computer Lab
Age Group: adults
Open lab time to work on job search skills, resume or cover letter writing skills, and job applications with computer teachers present to answer questions.
Monday, June 24th
4:00pm - 4:30pm
Free Snack
Village Branch - Small Meeting Room
Age Group: all kids
A free snack will be served every weekday (except July 4) to all children ages 18 and under. No registration required. This event is sponsored by the 21st Century Learning Center Grant.
Scott Ferguson helps kids with math
Monday, June 24th
6:30pm - 7:30pm
I Dig Origami!
Eagle Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
Learn to make fascinating origami creations from master origami artist Michael Roy Baldridge.

For group registration please contact this library location at (859) 231-5500

Monday, June 24th
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Intermediate ESL
Tates Creek Branch - Small Conference Room
Age Group: adults
These classes are offered in partnership with Bluegrass Literacy. For more information, contact the Tates Creek Branch at (859)231-5500.

For group registration please contact this library location at (859) 231-5500

Monday, June 24th
7:00pm - 8:45pm
The Royal Tenenbaums
Central Library - Farish Theater
Age Group: adults
Film Screening: The Royal Tenenbaums
Tuesday, June 25th
10:00am - 11:30am
iPhoto 2
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Age Group: adults
Use iPhoto to organize your photos. Bring in a collection of photos and create albums with keywords, and utilize Faces and Places to create a searchable collection. We recommend bringing your own photos on a flash drive or other media.

For group registration please contact this library location at (859) 231-5500

Tuesday, June 25th
10:30am - 11:30am
I Dig Origami!
Northside Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: 2nd-3rd grade
Learn to make fascinating origami creations from master origami artist Michael Roy Baldridge. Recommended for ages 8 and up.

For group registration please contact this library location at (859) 231-5500

Tuesday, June 25th
10:30am
Baby and Me!
Tates Creek Branch
Age Group: infant (0-12 months), baby (1-2 years)
Lap-sit storytime introducing books, songs, and fingerplays. Ages 6-18 months. 20 minutes.
Tuesday, June 25th
11:00am - 11:20am
Bouncing Babies
Beaumont Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: infant (0-12 months), baby (1-2 years)
This lapsit storytime develops pre-reading skills with books, songs, finger plays, and activities, all while promoting budding social skills and child-caregiver interaction.
Tuesday, June 25th
11:00am - 12:00pm
Baby Time
Eagle Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: infant (0-12 months)
An interactive lapsit program designed to stimulate and encourage pre-reading skills.AGes 3-15 months.
Tuesday, June 25th
11:00am - 11:20am
Read and Rhyme
Northside Branch - Story Room
Age Group: toddler (2-3 years)
Learn to love books with stories, rhymes, and songs. Children 5 years old and younger are welcome.
Tuesday, June 25th
12:00pm - 12:20pm
Bouncing Babies
Beaumont Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: infant (0-12 months), baby (1-2 years)
This lapsit storytime develops pre-reading skills with books, songs, finger plays, and activities, all while promoting budding social skills and child-caregiver interaction.
Tuesday, June 25th
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Free Hot Lunch
Village Branch - Small Meeting Room
Age Group: all kids
A free hot lunch will be served every weekday (excluding July 4)to children ages 18 and younger. This event is sponsored by the 21st Century Learning Center Grant.
Tuesday, June 25th
12:30pm - 2:00pm
English Conversation Group
Central Library - Room C
Age Group: adults
An intermediate to advanced level English class that focuses on developing fluency through small group activities and discussion.
Tuesday, June 25th
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Kid's Book Club
Village Branch - Small Meeting Room
Age Group: 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade, middle school
Come to read and discuss exciting books and do fun activities and crafts.
Tuesday, June 25th
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Kid's Book Club
Village Branch - Small Meeting Room
Age Group: 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
Come to read and discuss exciting books and do fun activities and crafts.
Tuesday, June 25th
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Teen Book Club
Village Branch - Teen Room
Age Group: middle school, high school
Come listen and read exciting teen books. This event is sponsored by the 21st Century Learning Center Grant.
Tuesday, June 25th
2:00pm - 3:00pm
I Dig Origami!
Central Library - Room A
Age Group: 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
Learn to make fascinating origami creations from master origami artist Michael Roy Baldridge.

For group registration please contact this library location at (859) 231-5500

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