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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.
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
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
A story time filled with books, songs, and a story-related activity.
Even if it's gloomy outside, stop by the library for some Saturday morning fun! Stories, songs and crafts! Start your weekend right!
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.
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.
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
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 24th
Experience a fairy tale classic told through shadow puppets. Recommended for ages 4 and up.
Registration begins on June 24th
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.
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, July 8th
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.
Monday, July 8th
2:00pm - 3:00pmRapunzel
Beaumont Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: preschool (3-5 Years), K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade
Experience a fairy tale classic told through shadow puppets. Registration required.
Registration begins on June 24th
Please join us for family friendly films at Farish Theater. For film titles, please contact the Children's Department. Please reserve a seat for each member of your party including chaperones.
Registration begins on June 24th
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, July 8th
6:30pm - 7:30pmRapunzel
Tates Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: preschool (3-5 Years), K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade
Experience a fairy tale classic told through shadow puppets. Ages 4 & up. Registration required.
Registration begins on June 24th
These classes are offered in partnership with Bluegrass Literacy. For more information, contact the Tates Creek Branch at (859)231-5500.
Tuesday, July 9th
9:00am - 10:30amMeet the Ancestors: Explore a Local Cemetery
Central Library
Age Group: adults, 4th-5th grade, middle school
Cove Haven and Babyland Cemeteries, 984 Whitney Ave.; noted community historian, Yvonne Giles, conducts the tour of these African American cemeteries Tuesday, July 9th from 9:00 am to 10:00 AM. Participants will provide their own transportation to the tour site. Please sign up...
Tuesday, July 9th
10:00am - 11:00amRapunzel
Central Library - Farish Theater
Age Group: preschool (3-5 Years), K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade
Experience a fairy tale classic told through shadow puppets. Please reserve a seat for each member of your party including chaperones.
Learn the basic operations of GarageBand, the audio recording and editing software from Apple.
Registration begins on June 25th
Lap-sit storytime introducing books, songs, and fingerplays. Ages 6-18 months. 20 minutes.
Tuesday, July 9th
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, July 9th
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.








