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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.
Fiddlers Restrung, from Saline, Michigan, is one of the best high school level Celtic, Bluegrass, and American folk fiddle groups in the nation. This 21 piece string ensemble has danced and played for audiences all over the United States. This will be their only appearance in...
These classes are offered in partnership with Bluegrass Literacy. For more information, contact the Tates Creek Branch at (859)231-5500.
Tuesday, July 2nd
9:00am - 10:30amMeet the Ancestors: Explore a Local Cemetery
Central Library
Age Group: adults, 4th-5th grade, middle school
July 2 -- Veterans in Lexington Cemetery with Patrick Lewis of the Kentucky Historical Society. Tour is from 9:00 am to 10:30 am on Tuesday, July 2nd at 833 W Main St. Participants will provide their own transportation. Inquire or register for each tour individually by phone...
We will cover the basics of using Apple software and hardware. No experience with Macs is necessary.
Lap-sit storytime introducing books, songs, and fingerplays. Ages 6-18 months. 20 minutes.
Tuesday, July 2nd
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 2nd
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.
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.
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, July 2nd
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.
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.
Learn the basics of indoor and outdoor digital photography, and edit your photos in iPhoto and Photoshop. Feel free to bring your own digital, stand-alone camera, or use your smartphone camera.
Come read stories to the dogs from Love on a Leash. Recommended for ages 6-up.
Tuesday, July 2nd
6:30pm - 8:30pmClassic Horror Film Club
Tates Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Group: adults, high school, seniors
Watch if you dare! Talk about it if you can find the words! Join us for a free viewing followed by lively discussion of selected classic horror films. Light snacks provided. For the current film title, please contact Tates Creek Branch Library. 859-231-5500.
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!
Stories, songs, and activities that encourage math, science, and literacy skills.
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.
This class introduces the basic functions and uses of a spreadsheet program. Prerequisite: Introduction to MS Word 2013 or previous experience using spreadsheet software.
Come listen and read exciting teen books. This event is sponsored by the 21st Century Learning Center Grant.
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.
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....
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...
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
Stories, songs, and activities that encourage literacy, math, and science skills. 30 minutes
Songs, rhymes, and books that encourage literacy,math and science skills plus an art activity.
Build reading readiness skills with books, songs, and play. Children ages 5 and younger are welcome.
Thursday, July 4th
4:30pm - 4:55pmLittle 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.
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...
Friday, July 5th
10:25am - 10:55amPreschool Play and Learn
Beaumont Branch - Story Pit
Age Group: infant (0-12 months), baby (1-2 years)
Stories, songs, and activities that encourage literacy, math, science, and social skills.
Clapping, singing, and listening to great books! Simple story-related activity follows. 25 minutes
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.
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
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.
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.
