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Address
3628 Walden Drive
Lexington, KY 40517
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Phone Numbers

General

(859) 231-5580

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Hours

Sunday	1 pm - 5 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 - 5 pm
Saturday	9:30 am - 5 pm

Transportation
Served by LexTran Brown Route (No. 5 – Newtown-Tates Creek)

Special Features

• geothermal heating and cooling
• Largest branch library in Lexington
• Two quiet study rooms
• Two meeting rooms: the 49-seat Josephine Staples Emrath Community Room and a 20-seat meeting room
• Amazon Sanctuary, mural by Lori James

About the Building

• Square Footage: 21,600
• Year Built: 1999
• Year of Major Renovation: N/A
• Size of Lot: 1.8176 Acres
• Architect: Brandstetter Carroll, Inc.
• Parking Spaces: 79
• Interior Designer: Brandstetter Carroll, Inc.
• Size of Community Room(s): 1,385 sq ft
• Floors: 1

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Upcoming programs at Tates Creek Branch

Inside Prince Caspian: Book Signing
May 13, 2008; 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Devin Brown, C.S. Lewis scholar and noted author, will discuss the Narnia series and sign his latest book.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Book Brunch: Book Discussion Group
May 15, 2008; 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Meets the third Thursday of each month. Call Heather Prichard at 231-5580 for more information.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Be a Guitar Hero
May 20, 2008; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Are you ready to rock the library? Join us for Guitar Hero action on the Nintendo Wii.
10 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Diabetes Education
May 21, 2008; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for more information about diabetes. Whether you have the condition, are at risk for diabetes, or are a caregiver, this ongoing program provides information and resources. Free pedometers and blood glucose monitors are available for program participants.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Men’s Book Group
May 28, 2008; 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for light refreshments, good conversation, and great books. We meet the fourth Wednesday of every month and select both fiction and nonfiction books on a wide range of topics.
For Adults

Flower Arranging With Patsy
May 31, 2008; 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Learn the basics of floral design with instructor Patsy Anderson.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Munch & Crunch: Lunch at the Library
June 02, 2008; 12:00 PM
Listen to The Cricket in Times Square during your lunch hour. Fun games and book provided. Bring your own lunch.
5 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Summer Reading Kickoff With The Deedle Deedle Dees/Inauguración del Programa de Lectura de Verano con los Deedle Deedle Dees
June 03, 2008; 1:00 PM
Have a foot-stomping, hand-clapping good time as you sing along with this great kid’s band. A great time to sign up for summer reading and get a balloon.
4 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Intro to Yoga for Teens
June 03, 2008; 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Come Tuesdays in June for a fun VERB Scorecard class with Delia Rose. You’ll get strong and flexible and feel great. We’ll play great music and do a deep relaxation at the end. Wear comfortable clothes. Any one can do yoga! No experience needed.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Movers and Shakers
June 04, 2008; 10:30 AM
Be prepared to sing, dance, and move with your toddler.
12-24 months

Wormy Wednesdays: How to Eat Fried Worms
June 04, 2008; 6:30 PM
Come each week to munch on a snack, not worms, and find out how two boys prove that worms make a delicious meal.
6 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

The Good, the Bad and the Bugly: Worms!
June 05, 2008; 2:00 PM
All you wanted to know about bugs. Activities and crafts to make you go “buggy."
6 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Summer Saturday Story Time
June 07, 2008; 11:00 AM
A 30-minute story time filled with books, songs, and a story-related craft.
5 and up

Munch & Crunch: Lunch at the Library
June 09, 2008; 12:00 PM
Listen to The Cricket in Times Square during your lunch hour. Fun games and book provided. Bring your own lunch.
5 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Write Here, Write Now: Chapter 3
June 09, 2008; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
During this third-annual creative writing workshop series, we’ll explore different kinds of writing for all levels. Your imagination is the only requirement. This group will meet weekly on Mondays June 9th through July 21st.
12-15 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Intro to Yoga for Teens
June 10, 2008; 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Come Tuesdays in June for a fun VERB Scorecard class with Delia Rose. You’ll get strong and flexible and feel great. We’ll play great music and do a deep relaxation at the end. Wear comfortable clothes. Any one can do yoga! No experience needed.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Wormy Wednesdays: How to Eat Fried Worms
June 11, 2008; 6:30 PM
Come each week to munch on a snack, not worms, and find out how two boys prove that worms make a delicious meal.
6 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Sadie’s Spectacular Saturday/El Espectacular Sábado de Sadie
June 12, 2008; 1:00 PM
Bright Star Theatre presents the funny tale of a caterpillar that turns over a new leaf when she attends a new school with a ladybug, cockroach, and sunflower as classmates.
5 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

My Memoirs
June 12, 2008; 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
This memoir writing group is open to anyone hoping to learn more about autobiographical writing and other forms of recording your legacy such as oral history. Maybe you have a story to tell; if so, feel welcome in this group. We meet the second Thursday of each month.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Munch & Crunch: Lunch at the Library
June 16, 2008; 12:00 PM
Listen to The Cricket in Times Square during your lunch hour. Fun games and book provided. Bring your own lunch.
5 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Write Here, Write Now: Chapter 3
June 16, 2008; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
During this third-annual creative writing workshop series, we’ll explore different kinds of writing for all levels. Your imagination is the only requirement. This group will meet weekly on Mondays June 9th through July 21st.
12-15 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Miss Spider’s Tea Party
June 17, 2008; 2:00 PM
Calling all our little buggies! Come dressed in your “buggy best" for a tea party.
3-6 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Summertime Magic/Magia de Verano
June 17, 2008; 2:00 PM
Magician Doug Doolin will enchant children with his amazing magic tricks.
5 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Intro to Yoga for Teens
June 17, 2008; 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Come Tuesdays in June for a fun VERB Scorecard class with Delia Rose. You’ll get strong and flexible and feel great. We’ll play great music and do a deep relaxation at the end. Wear comfortable clothes. Any one can do yoga! No experience needed.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Teen Knits
June 18, 2008; 2:00 PM
Get your knit on with this introduction to knitting. We will complete a project and learn some extra knitting knowledge.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Play the Wii at the Library
June 18, 2008; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ask for Reference to make reservations.
10 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Wormy Wednesdays: How to Eat Fried Worms
June 18, 2008; 6:30 PM
Come each week to munch on a snack, not worms, and find out how two boys prove that worms make a delicious meal.
6 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Book Brunch: Book discussion Group
June 19, 2008; 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Meets the third Thursday of each month. Call Heather Prichard at 231-5580 for more information.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

The Good, the Bad and the Bugly: Spiders!
June 19, 2008; 2:00 PM
All you wanted to know about bugs. Activities and crafts to make you go “buggy."
6 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Creating the Retirement You Envision: Strategies to Manage Retirement Income
June 19, 2008; 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Lexington-based Certified Financial Planner Mohua Das of UBS Financial Services will conduct this free information session. Learn how to assess your retirement income needs, identify the different ways you can manage your retirement income, and find out about the appropriate strategies to choose as you pursue your goal of living your life as you envision. This session is appropriate for those currently in retirement, people intending to retire in a few years, and anyone interested in the topic of retirement. Call 231-5580 for reservations.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Be Astonished by India: Where in the World is LPL/¡Sorpréndase con La India!
June 21, 2008; 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
From the Himalayas in the north along the Ganges to the Bay of Bengal, every aspect of this country is unique, colorful, and exciting. Join us for a family-oriented program exploring Indian music, food, customs, and culture. Co-produced with Outreach Services. Saturday, June 21. 2-3:30 pm. All ages.
All Ages

Munch & Crunch: Lunch at the Library
June 23, 2008; 12:00 PM
Listen to The Cricket in Times Square during your lunch hour. Fun games and book provided. Bring your own lunch.
5 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Write Here, Write Now: Chapter 3
June 23, 2008; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
During this third-annual creative writing workshop series, we’ll explore different kinds of writing for all levels. Your imagination is the only requirement. This group will meet weekly on Mondays June 9th through July 21st.
12-15 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Capturing Movement: An Introduction to Sports Photography
June 24, 2008; 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
University of Kentucky athletics photographer David Coyle will share tips and tricks for taking better sports photographs. This program is for shutterbugs of all experience levels who are looking to learn more about capturing priceless moments. If you are a sports fan, just come to see the amazing slide show of Mr. Coyle’s work.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Teen Knits
June 25, 2008; 2:00 PM
Get your knit on with this introduction to knitting. We will complete a project and learn some extra knitting knowledge.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Literary Trivia Night
June 25, 2008; 6:00 PM
There will be questions asked on a variety of books in many different genres. Ask for Reference to make a reservation. Sign-ups are for individuals (no teams); first place gets a prize!
14 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Wormy Wednesdays: How to Eat Fried Worms
June 25, 2008; 6:30 PM
Come each week to munch on a snack, not worms, and find out how two boys prove that worms make a delicious meal.
6 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Funeral Pre-Planning
June 26, 2008; 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Join us for a seminar on planning your cemetery and funeral arrangements in advance. We will share information about this subject that we all think about from time to time but rarely discuss. We’ll explain why many people do this type of planning and offer some suggestions as to the right way and wrong way to go about it. Sponsored by Dignity Memorial.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Munch & Crunch: Lunch at the Library
June 30, 2008; 12:00 PM
Listen to The Cricket in Times Square during your lunch hour. Fun games and book provided. Bring your own lunch.
5 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Write Here, Write Now: Chapter 3
June 30, 2008; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
During this third-annual creative writing workshop series, we’ll explore different kinds of writing for all levels. Your imagination is the only requirement. This group will meet weekly on Mondays June 9th through July 21st.
12-15 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

The Plant That Eats Bugs!: The Venus Flytrap/¡La Planta que Come Insectos!
July 01, 2008; 3:30 PM
How about a nice juciy fly for lunch and a crunchy cricket for supper? Those are typical meals for the Venus Flytrap. Learn about this fascinating plant and make a Venus Flytrap puppet to take home. Presented by the University of Kentucky/Lexington-Fayette County Arboretum.
6 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Movers and Shakers
July 02, 2008; 10:30 AM
Be prepared to sing, dance, and move with your toddler.
12-24 months

Teen Knits
July 02, 2008; 2:00 PM
Get your knit on with this introduction to knitting. We will complete a project and learn some extra knitting knowledge.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Instrument Petting Zoo/Zoológico de Instrumentos Musicales
July 07, 2008; 10:30 AM
Members of the Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra will let children discover the thrill of playing real musical instruments.
5-12 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Write Here, Write Now: Chapter 3
July 07, 2008; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
During this third-annual creative writing workshop series, we’ll explore different kinds of writing for all levels. Your imagination is the only requirement. This group will meet weekly on Mondays June 9th through July 21st.
12-15 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Teen Knits
July 09, 2008; 2:00 PM
Get your knit on with this introduction to knitting. We will complete a project and learn some extra knitting knowledge.
For Teens, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Play the Wii at the Library
July 09, 2008; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ask for Reference to make reservations.
10 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

My Memoirs
July 10, 2008; 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
This memoir writing group is open to anyone hoping to learn more about autobiographical writing and other forms of recording your legacy such as oral history. Maybe you have a story to tell; if so, feel welcome in this group. We meet the second Thursday of each month.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

The Good, the Bad and the Bugly: Flies!
July 10, 2008; 2:00 PM
All you wanted to know about bugs. Activities and crafts to make you go “buggy."
6 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Stonecarving for Kids/Talladura en Piedra para Niños
July 14, 2008; 10:00 AM
Back by popular demand, this hands-on program teaches children how to create beautiful stone sculpture.
6 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Write Here, Write Now: Chapter 3
July 14, 2008; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
During this third-annual creative writing workshop series, we’ll explore different kinds of writing for all levels. Your imagination is the only requirement. This group will meet weekly on Mondays June 9th through July 21st.
12-15 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Trick Your Jeans
July 15, 2008; 2:00 PM
Got an old pair of boring jeans? Make them new again! Bring a pair of your jeans and wear old clothing--mess is possible.
10 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Puppet Show: Martina the Cockroach/Espectáculo de Títeres: La Cucaracha Martina
July 16, 2008; 3:00 PM
The Library Puppeteers present this familiar folktale of true love and cockroaches.
All Ages, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Book Brunch: Book Discussion Group
July 17, 2008; 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Meets the third Thursday of each month. Call Heather Prichard at 231-5580 for more information.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Write Here, Write Now: Chapter 3
July 21, 2008; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
During this third-annual creative writing workshop series, we’ll explore different kinds of writing for all levels. Your imagination is the only requirement. This group will meet weekly on Mondays June 9th through July 21st.
12-15 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Estate Planning & Retirement Assets
July 22, 2008; 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Lexington-based Keith D. Elston, attorney-at-law, and Certified Financial Planner Mohua Das of UBS Financial Services will provide information in this free seminar on basic estate planning and important strategies for your retirement assets. Attend this session if you are interested in learning about the basics strategies in estate planning, how you might ensure that your assets go to whom you want, and finally how it might be possible to maximize the tax-deferred growth potential of your retirement assets after your death. Call 231-5580 for reservations.
For Adults, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Insects: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly/Insectos
July 23, 2008; 3:30 PM
Martha Lutz will showcase insects of all shapes, sizes, and colors.
5 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Family Trivia Night
July 23, 2008; 6:00 PM
Families will be asked a variety of questions on many different topics; some questions will be for the adults, and some will be for the kids. Ask for Reference to sign your family up. A prize will be given to the winning family!
1-100 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

The Good, the Bad and the Bugly: Cockroaches!
July 24, 2008; 2:00 PM
All you wanted to know about bugs. Activities and crafts to make you go “buggy."
6 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Bug-igami
July 24, 2008; 7:00 PM
Learn the art of paper folding. We will create several bugs and critters.
10 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Write Here, Write Now: Chapter 3
July 28, 2008; 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
During this third-annual creative writing workshop series, we’ll explore different kinds of writing for all levels. Your imagination is the only requirement. This group will meet weekly on Mondays June 9th through July 21st.
12-15 years, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Meet Daisy the Pig/Conoce a la Puerquita Daisy
July 28, 2008; 6:30 PM
What better way to wrap up summer reading than sharing stories with Farmer Minor and his pot-bellied pig Daisy. She loves to listen to stories, ride in her stroller, and pose for pictures, so be sure to bring your camera.
All Ages, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Creature Feature
July 30, 2008; 6:30 PM
July 31, 2008; 6:30 PM
Beat the heat of summer and help our Summer Reading Program go out with a bang. Join us for two nights of gross buggy horror flicks. Refreshments provided.
10 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5580

Storytimes/Regular Programs

There are no storytimes currently scheduled. The next session begins June 01, 2008.

Computer Classes

Computer Basics
May 13, 2008; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This class is for the beginner. It will introduce the basic parts of a computer, how to use a mouse, and the Windows desktop. No computer experience necessary.This class is for the beginner. It will introduce the basic parts of a computer, how to use a mouse, and the Windows desktop. No computer experience necessary.

Windows Basics
May 14, 2008; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn the essentials of the Windows operating system, including the desktop, standard Windows program functions, and file management. Required prerequisite: Computer Basics class or familiarity with the Windows desktop.

Internet: Level 1
May 15, 2008; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn what the Internet is and what it can offer. Time will be spent exploring interesting and useful websites using Internet Explorer. Required prerequisite: Windows Basics class or familiarity with the Windows desktop.

Internet: Level 2
May 16, 2008; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn advanced searching techniques to find exactly what you need on the World Wide Web using Internet Explorer. Required prerequisite: Internet Level 1 class or experience using the Internet.