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The Natural History Education company will showcase animals that dig into the ground for their prey. See live animals such as a raccoon, opossum, bobcat and more. Recommended for ages 5 and up.
Music and playtime for young toddlers. Age 18-30months. Reservations required.
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.
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.Please contact Heather at Tates Creek Library: (859)422-6849 if you are...
Monday, June 10th
1:30pm - 2:30pmDinosaur Club
Village Branch - Small Meeting Room
Age Group: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
Come to the Dinosaur Club at the Village Branch to participate in all kinds of fun dinosaur activities! This program will be most enjoyed by children between the ages of 5 and 12.
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.
Monday, June 10th
2:00pm - 3:00pmGroundbreaking Animals
Beaumont Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
The Natural History Education company will showcase animals that dig into the ground for their prey. See live animals such as a raccoon, opossum, bobcat and more. Registration required.
Learn about the evolution of customs and traditions surrounding the wedding day. Changes in wedding traditions and customs are viewed as they evolved from the 17th century to present day. This program is made available by the Daughters of the American Revolution.
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.
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.
Monday, June 10th
6:30pm - 7:30pmGroundbreaking Animals
Eagle Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
The Natural History Education company will showcase animals that dig into the ground for their prey. See live animals such as a raccoon, opossum, bobcat and more.
These classes are offered in partnership with Bluegrass Literacy. For more information, contact the Tates Creek Branch at (859)231-5500.
Help us plan activities for teens (ages 12-18). New members are always welcome.
Tuesday, June 11th
10:00am - 11:00amGroundbreaking Animals
Central Library - Farish Theater
Age Group: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
The Natural History Education company will showcase animals that dig into the ground for their prey. See live animals such as a raccoon, opossum, bobcat and more.
Create an original video with a photo background, animated text and video effects. This is a great class for beginners.
Lap-sit storytime introducing books, songs, and fingerplays. Ages 6-18 months. 20 minutes.
Tuesday, June 11th
11:00am - 11:20amBouncing 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.
An interactive lapsit program designed to stimulate and encourage pre-reading skills.AGes 3-15 months.
Learn to love books with stories, rhymes, and songs. Children 5 years old and younger are welcome.
Tuesday, June 11th
12:00pm - 12:20pmBouncing 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.
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.
An intermediate to advanced level English class that focuses on developing fluency through small group activities and discussion.
Tuesday, June 11th
1:00pm - 2:00pmGroundbreaking Animals
Village Branch - Large Meeting Room
Age Group: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
The Natural History Education company will showcase animals that dig into the ground for their prey. See live animals such as a raccoon, opossum, bobcat and more.
Come to read and discuss exciting books and do fun activities and crafts.
Come listen and read exciting teen books. This event is sponsored by the 21st Century Learning Center Grant.
Tuesday, June 11th
2:30pm - 3:15pmLittle Leonardos: Cave Art
Beaumont Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: toddler (2-3 years), preschool (3-5 Years)
Art activities exploring cave art with a variety of materials and methods. Dress for a messy time. Ages 2-5. Registration reqquired.
Try your hand at knitting, jewelry making, henna tattoos and other cool crafts. For middle and high school ages. This event is sponsored by the 21st Century Learning Center Grant.
Tuesday, June 11th
3:00pm - 4:00pmArts & Crafts for Kids
Village Branch - Small Meeting Room
Age Group: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
Have fun completeing art projects all summer long! For grades K-5. No regisration required.
Tuesday, June 11th
3:45pm - 4:30pmDaring da Vincis Explore Cave Lascaux
Beaumont Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
See and learn about the ancient cave paintings found inside Cave Lascaux in France. Create your own cave art. Ages 6-12. Registration required.
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.
Fix "Red-eye" and remove blemishes from portraits. You'll also learn how to combine several images into a single photo and add text to the image.
Come read stories to the dogs from Love on a Leash. Recommended for ages 6-up.
Tuesday, June 11th
6:30pm - 7:30pmGroundbreaking Animals
Tates Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
The Natural History Education company will showcase animals that dig into the ground for their prey. See live animals such as a raccoon, opossum, bobcat and more. Ages 5 & up. Registration required.
Come enjoy this high-energy program for twos and threes. Through interactive stories, music, movement and crafts, we'll promote early literacy skills and make new friends! For 2 & 3 year olds with a parent or caregiver.
Experience fun with songs, finger plays, and books! This storytime lasts approximately 15 minutes, making it great for wigglers!
Wednesday, June 12th
10:30am - 11:30amWaiting to Learn
Beaumont Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: families, preschool (3-5 Years), toddler (2-3 years)
Every moment we spend with our children, no matter how small, can be an opportunity to teach them something new. Come discover some fun new ways to prepare your child for reading and school success - even if you only have five minutes at a time! We will play some games and you...
Stories, songs, and activities that encourage math, science, and literacy skills.
Wednesday, June 12th
12:00pm - 1:00pmBook and a Bite
Tates Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
Join us each week to hear "How to Eat Fried Worms." Bring your lunch (no worms, please). Newcomers are always welcome! Ages 5 & up. Registration required.
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.
Learn how to play the acoustic guitar! Guitars are provided. Registration is required. For middle and high school. This event is sponsored by the 21st Century Learning Center Grant.
Come to read and discuss exciting books and do fun activities and crafts.
Learners will learn to visit a website by entering the web address in the browser, and learn the basics of simple web searching and entering data in online forms. Prerequisite: Students should be able to use the mouse
Come listen and read exciting teen books. This event is sponsored by the 21st Century Learning Center Grant.
This workshop showcases the exciting features of Outlook.com and highlights the sleek new interface. Learners will discover how to connect their social networks to Outlook.com and how to manage their inbox. They will also learn about privacy features in Outlook.com and discover...
Wednesday, June 12th
3:45pm - 4:30pmExtreme Explorers: Ancient Egypt
Beaumont Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
Dig into Ancient Egypt and enjoy engaging science, literature & art activities as we explore the world around us. For ages 6-10 with a parent or caregiver. Registration required.
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.
Wednesday, June 12th
6:30pm - 8:30pmFirst Draft Writer's Workshop: Journaling
Eagle Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: adults
The Journal to the Self: Your journal is the most accessible tool available to help you sharpen your own inner wisdom and gain control of your life. Laura Whitaker, of the Carnegie Center, will help you use it wisely by covering the issues of privacy, writing in groups, and...
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
This ain't yo' grandma's workout class! Join us every other Wednesday night this summer as we party through alternative workout DVDs, podcasts, and programs. Let Richard Simmons be your spirit guide and bust out the legwarmers. Get ready to party up a sweat! Like our page at...
