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Address
1733 Russell Cave Road
Lexington, KY 40505
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Phone Numbers

General

(859) 231-5590

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Hours

Sunday	1 pm - 6 pm
Monday	9:30 am - 9 pm
Tuesday	9:30 am - 9 pm
Wednesday	9:30 am - 9 pm
Thursday	9:30 am - 9 pm
Friday	9:30 am - 7 pm
Saturday	9:30 am - 5 pm

Transportation
Served by LexTran Blue Route (No. 3 – Russell Cave-Nicholasville Road)

Special Features

• First automated library in Kentucky
• Built on land donated by Julia B. McCullough
• Largest number of public computers among system’s branches

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Upcoming programs at Northside Branch

Poet’s Cafe Puppet Show
July 07, 2009; 2:00 PM
Wild Goose Chase Theater uses shadow, hand, marionette, and foam puppetry to showcase the best in children’s poetry. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
5 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

¡Fashionistas!
July 07, 2009; 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Restyle old clothes to make fabulous fashions.
8-12 years

Teen Advisory Board Monthly Meeting
July 07, 2009; 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
New members welcome. Contact Carolina Fernández for more information.
12-17 years

Photoshop Basics
July 07, 2009; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Learn how to use this poplar photo and graphics creation software. We’ll show you how to fix “red eye" and remove blemishes from portraits. You’ll also learn how to combine several images into a single photo. No prerequisites.
12 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Genealogy 101
July 08, 2009; 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Library staff will guide you in the use of online genealogical resources. Prepare to be amazed.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Action!
July 08, 2009; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Learn how to shoot and edit video in Northside’s Digital Studio.
11-13 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Sing! Play! Create!
July 09, 2009; 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Fun and educational activities for kids who like to learn by moving and making noise.
5-8 years

Introduction to Flash
July 11, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
In this class we’ll show you basic workflow techniques and how to create simple animations to add dynamic, media-driven content to your web page. No prerequisites but some experience with web design is preferred.
12 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Paws to Read
July 11, 2009; 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Dogs are great listeners. Have fun and improve your reading skills by reading to a real-live, licensed therapy dog.
8-14 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Northside Acoustic Jam
July 13, 2009; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join the acoustic jam circle, either to play or to listen. All levels and styles are welcome.
All Ages

Flip Your Flops
July 13, 2009; 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Get ready for the summer by decorating your flip-flops. Decorations supplied, but bring your own flip-flops.
For Teens

¡Fashionistas!
July 14, 2009; 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Restyle old clothes to make fabulous fashions.
8-12 years

Art in the Afternoon
July 14, 2009; 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Whether working on a masterpiece or just starting to doodle, kids will find new ways to be creative by exploring different media and styles each session.
6-9 years

Final Cut Pro Basics
July 14, 2009; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Learn how to use the professional industry standard Final Cut Pro software to create your own video project. This class will cover basic video and audio editing, video effects, audio effects and adding titles and graphics to a project. No prerequisites.
12 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Computer Club for Seniors: CC4S
July 15, 2009; 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Join other seniors monthly for an informal time using the library’s computer classroom. After a short tutorial on a topic of interest, participants are welcome to use the computers and get some one-to-one help from the library staff.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Action!
July 15, 2009; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Talk about film, and learn about cameras, iVideo, and FinalCut Pro.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Paper Flowers
July 15, 2009; 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Recycle pictures of your favorite stars, your own MySpace pics, or your favorite comic strips into cute, eco-friendly decorations. Supplies and some pictures provided, and you can bring your own pictures to add your own vibe.
For Teens

Getting to Know China/Conocer a China
July 15, 2009; 6:30 PM
Hong Shao will showcase Chinese music, art, and dance. She will play the pipa, teach a traditional dance, and show you how to make art using Chinese characters. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
6 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Photoshop Basics
July 18, 2009; 7:00 AM
Learn how to use this poplar photo and graphics creation software. We’ll show you how to fix “red eye" and remove blemishes from portraits. You’ll also learn how to combine several images into a single photo. No prerequisites.
12 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Awesome Paper Airplane Designs
July 18, 2009; 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Design, decorate, and construct unique and creative paper airplanes. Test out their flying abilities.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

3D Art
July 18, 2009; 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Come to Northside’s Digital Lab and learn to create three-dimensional art by using Google Sketchup.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Financial Aid 101
July 20, 2009; 6:30 PM
Geri Johnson of the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority will talk about how to get financial aid for college and technical school.
All Ages

Jeans Pillows
July 20, 2009; 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Bring your old jeans, cut the legs, and make a pillows with what’s left. Decoration supplies provided.
For Teens

¡Fashionistas!
July 21, 2009; 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Restyle old clothes to make fabulous fashions.
8-12 years

Heard a Good Story Lately?/¿Oíste un cuento muy bueno últimamente?
July 21, 2009; 3:00 PM
The answer is “yes" if you have heard the storytellers of Spellbinders. All kinds of stories for all kinds of kids.
6-10 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Final Cut Pro 2
July 21, 2009; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
This class will build on the skills learned in the basic course. We’ll show you how to work with several tracks of audio and video, advanced audio mixing techniques, use of video filters and color correction. You’ll also learn how to export a finished product to tape, DVD, and the web. Prerequisite: Final Cut Pro Basics or some experience using Final Cut Pro.
12 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Action!
July 22, 2009; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Learn how to shoot and edit video in Northside’s Digital Studio.
11-13 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Northside Branch Wii Classic
July 22, 2009; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
There will be two separate divisions: Guitar Hero and MarioKart Wii. Prizes will be awarded in both divisions, but each player may only be entered in one. Top three finishers will move on to compete for the grand prize in the library’s city-wide tournament of champions on July 25 at the Central Library.
12-19 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Sing! Play! Create!
July 23, 2009; 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Fun and educational activities for kids who like to learn by moving and making noise.
5-8 years

Introduction to Dreamweaver
July 25, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn how to use this popular web design software to create and maintain a simple web site. No prerequisites.
12 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Project Recycle Fashion Show
July 27, 2009; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Create an entire new outfit from clothes you already have at home, and then come to the library for a judged fashion show.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

End of Summer Showcase
July 28, 2009; 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Check out the creativity at Northside, with fashion, film, art, spoken word, and food.
All Ages

Art in the Afternoon
July 28, 2009; 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Whether working on a masterpiece or just starting to doodle, kids will find new ways to be creative by exploring different media and styles each session.
6-9 years

Action!
July 29, 2009; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Talk about film, and learn about cameras, iVideo, and FinalCut Pro.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

The Adventures of Treasure Island/Las aventuras de la isla del tesoro
July 30, 2009; 4:00 PM
Bright Star Theatre presents a classic story of lost treasure, pirates, and a young hero named Jim Hawkins. You may even volunteer to be a member of the pirate’s crew. Aargh! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
7 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5590

Storytimes/Regular Programs

Summer 2009 session
June 01, 2009 - July 31, 2009

Tuesday

Toddler Tales/Historias para Pequeñines
Tuesdays, 10:30 AM
0-3 years

Thursday

Preschool Playtime/Recreo para Prescolares
Thursdays, 10:30 AM
3-5 years

Family Storytime/Cuentos de Familia
Thursdays, 6:30 PM
All Ages

Computer Classes

Windows 1
July 29, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn the essentials of the Windows operating system, including the desktop and standard Windows program functions. Prerequisite:  Computer Basics class or ability to use the mouse and keyboard.

Windows 2
July 30, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn more advanced tools in the Windows operating system, including file management and the Control Panel. Prerequisite: Windows Level I or familiarity with basic Windows functions.

Microsoft Word: Level 1
July 31, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn the basics of word processing, including creating, formatting, and printing a simple document. Prerequisite: Windows Level 2 class or experience using Windows programs.

Microsoft Word: Level 2
July 28, 2009; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Learn more advanced word processing skills including bulleted and numbered lists, cut/copy/paste functions, and printing envelopes and labels.  Prerequisite:  Word Level 1 class or experience creating simple documents using Word 2007.

Internet: Level 2
July 30, 2009; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Learn advanced searching techniques to find exactly what you need on the World Wide Web using Internet Explorer.  Prerequisite:  Internet Level 1 class or experience using the Internet.