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Thank you for thinking of the Friends Book Cellar for donating your: books, CDs, DVDs, and current year magazines.

Friends of the Lexington Public Library provides financial, advocacy and volunteer support to the Library.  Shop at the Friends Book Cellar in the Central Library for a great selection of used books, magazines, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, and vinyl records, all at discounted prices.

We stand for free and open access to information. That starts with removing unnecessary barriers to our educational resources and technology. The Lexington Public Library no longer charges fines or fees for late, lost, or damaged material.

The Lexington Public Library receives most of its operating funds from an Ad Valorem property tax. By State law, the Library receives five cents for every $100 of assessed property value in Lexington and Fayette County.

Your tax-deductible gift to the Lexington Public Library Foundation funds innovation in our public library system. We raise funds to support Lexington Public Library programs, services, and special projects that go beyond what public dollars alone can support, today and for generations to come. The Library Foundation will send you an email confirmation of your gift and a year-end summary and tax acknowledgement receipt.

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Northside Branch - Classroom

Visit us weekly for gardening tips and to get advice for your gardening problems! Master Gardeners will also provide free seeds (or plants, when available) and gardening education resources.

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Northside Branch - Classroom

Visit us weekly for gardening tips and to get advice for your gardening problems! Master Gardeners will also provide free seeds (or plants, when available) and gardening education resources.

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Central Library - Farish Theater

June 11: The Day The Earth Blew Up (PG)

June 17: Bad Guys 2 (PG)

June 25: GOAT (PG)

July 7: Hoppers (PG)

July 14: Zootopia 2 (PG)

July 22: Super Mario Galaxy Movie (PG)

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Eastside Branch
Join us to meet and greet our beloved friends, Elephant and Piggie! We'll share a story together and enjoy fun activities inspired by our favorite dynamic duo. For families. No reservation required.
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Central Library - Meeting Room D
Join us for a fun craft activity on Wednesday afternoons in the summer! Materials provided while supplies last. Dress for mess please.
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Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space

For large groups (10+), please call ahead. Visit lexpublib.org/summer for more Summer at the Library events. 

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Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Participants are welcome to drop-in anytime between 3:30-5:30 pm and stay as little or as long as you would like!

Children 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.

If you are planning on bringing a large group (10+ people) please contact our Experiential Learning Associate for accommodations. (859) 231-5500 ext. 1147

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Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Design your own charm bracelet! Pick your charms, mix your style and create something totally you! No registration required. While supplies last.
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Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Meet and greet Llama Llama from Llama Llama Red Pajama and enjoy the story and activities to celebrate these beloved books! Llama Llama costumed character will be present for meet and greet and photo opportunity.

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Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Meet and greet with Pete the Cat and enjoy activities based on his books! For families. No registration required.
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Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Free books for kids! Surprise guest appearances! Fun and games! Join us as we kick off Summer at the Library. For families. No registration required.
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Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room

Adults, we will provide the rhinestones and tools to give your book some sparkle! 

Bring your own book to bling or, if you don't have one, choose one from our limited supply.

Registration required.