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Newly Renovated!

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

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.

New OverDrive Version!

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

Dig Into Reading!

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

Free Magazine Downloads!

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

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.

Upcoming Events & Classes

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Wednesday, July 3rd
11:00am - 11:45am
Preschool Storytime
Eagle Creek Branch - Story Pit
Age Group: preschool (3-5 Years)
Stories, songs, and activities that encourage math, science, and literacy skills.
Wednesday, July 3rd
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.
Wednesday, July 3rd
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.
Wednesday, July 3rd
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Introduction to Excel 2013
Central Library - Computer Lab
Age Group: adults
This class introduces the basic functions and uses of a spreadsheet program. Prerequisite: Introduction to MS Word 2013 or previous experience using spreadsheet software.
Registration begins on June 19th
Wednesday, July 3rd
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.
Wednesday, July 3rd
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Guitar Class
Village Branch - Large Meeting Room
Age Group: middle school, high school
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.

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

Wednesday, July 3rd
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lego Club
Village Branch - Small Meeting Room
Age Group: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade
Use your imagination and build with Legos!
Wednesday, July 3rd
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.
Wednesday, July 3rd
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Discovering Your Family Tree
Beaumont Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: adults
Are you interested in knowing more about your family tree? Where do you begin? This workshop will explain the basic steps to locate information on your ancestors. You will learn important questions to ask, where to inquire, and how to record and organize your information....

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

Wednesday, July 3rd
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Explore PC Basics
Central Library - Computer Lab
Age Group: adults
This workshop is designed for an audience that is new to computing. In addition to getting an introduction to the Windows 8 PC, learners will discover how to access the desktop, how to use files, folders, and libraries; how to jump to files quickly, and how to pin important...
Registration begins on June 19th
Wednesday, July 3rd
7:45pm - 8:45pm
Learn to navigate Windows 8
Central Library - Computer Lab
Age Group: adults
Learners will discover how to effectively navigate in Windows 8. Participants tour the Start screen and experiment with touch gestures, live tiles, and charms. This workshop also shows how to work efficiently with snap and keyboard shortcuts. Prerequisite: Explore PC Basics
Registration begins on June 19th
Library closed
Thursday, July 4th
10:30am
Preschool Storytime
Tates Creek Branch
Age Group: preschool (3-5 Years)
Stories, songs, and activities that encourage literacy, math, and science skills. 30 minutes
Thursday, July 4th
11:00am - 12:00pm
Toddler Story time
Eagle Creek Branch - Story Pit
Age Group: toddler (2-3 years)
Songs, rhymes, and books that encourage literacy,math and science skills plus an art activity.
Thursday, July 4th
11:00am - 11:30am
Read! Play! Learn!
Northside Branch - Story Room
Age Group: preschool (3-5 Years)
Build reading readiness skills with books, songs, and play. Children ages 5 and younger are welcome.
Thursday, July 4th
4:30pm - 4:55pm
Little Diggers Storytime
Village Branch
Age Group: baby (1-2 years), toddler (2-3 years), preschool (3-5 Years)
This story time will allow children to build reading readiness skills through stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and games. Children 5 and younger are welcome.
Friday, July 5th
9:30am - 11:30am
Meet the new Windows
Central Library - Computer Lab
Age Group: adults
Learners will experience the new features of Windows 8, including how to personalize their device with picture password, download apps they love, and use the cloud to their advantage. Finally, learners will get a great overview of how to navigate Windows 8. Prerequisite: Explore...
Registration begins on June 21st
Friday, July 5th
10:25am - 10:55am
Preschool Play and Learn
Beaumont Branch - Story Pit
Age Group: preschool (3-5 Years)
Stories, songs, and activities that encourage literacy, math, science, and social skills.
Friday, July 5th
10:30am
The Young and the Restless
Tates Creek Branch
Age Group: toddler (2-3 years)
Clapping, singing, and listening to great books! Simple story-related activity follows. 25 minutes
Friday, July 5th
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.
Friday, July 5th
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Paws to Read
Village Branch - Small Meeting Room
Age Group: all kids
Children can practice reading outloud to service dogs.
Friday, July 5th
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Game Club
Village Branch - Teen Room
Age Group: middle school, high school
Play games with your friends!
Friday, July 5th
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.
Saturday, July 6th
9:30am - 11:30am
Introduction to MS Word 2013
Central Library - Computer Lab
Age Group: adults
Learners will discover the basics of word processing, including creating, formatting, and printing a simple document. Prerequisite: Explore PC Basics or experience using a previous version of MS Word
Registration begins on June 22nd
Saturday, July 6th
10:00am - 12:00pm
After Effects Basics
Northside Branch - Digital Studio
Age Group: adults
Learn the basics of Adobe's 3D animation program, After Effects. Some experience with Adobe programs, like Photoshop or video editing programs, like iMovie or Final Cut Pro, is necessary.
Registration begins on June 22nd
Saturday, July 6th
11:00am
Saturday Storytime
Tates Creek Branch
Age Group: families
A story time filled with books, songs, and a story-related activity.
Saturday, July 6th
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, July 6th
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Your Family Tree: Beyond the Basics
Beaumont Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: adults
This genealogy workshop will present sources of information beyond the basics. Topics include church and Bible records, local histories, military records, naturalization records, and newspapers.

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

The Friends Book Cellar is open from 1:00-5:00 PM on the first Sunday of each month for a 20% off sale. The Friends Book Cellar is located in the Lower Level of the Central Library.
Monday, July 8th
9:30am - 10:30am
Learn to use the mouse and keyboard
Central Library - Computer Lab
Age Group: adults
Learners will experience a tutorial that teaches all the basic mouse movements, along with a brief introduction to ergonomics and touch typing. No computer experience necessary.
Registration begins on June 24th
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