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Central Library - Computer Center
Thursday, April 26th - 3:00 PM to 4:03 PM
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Get help with resumes, job applications and more!
Central Library - Farish Theater
Thursday, April 26th - 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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Jazz! Live at the Library.This is a SPECIAL SHOW to celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM) and International Jazz Day (IJD on April 30 each year) features The Jazz Collective with musicians
Central Library - Computer Center
Friday, April 27th - 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
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This class will build on the topics discussed in Hardware I.We will explore more complex projects and talk about future resources for other projects you may want to take on! Prerequisites: Programing with Hardware 1.
Central Library - Computer Center
Saturday, April 28th - 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
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Ever thought about learning a computer language, but had no clue where to start? Students will get a general overview of computer languages, along with some gentle exploration of using basic Python3 code. Prerequisite: Internet Basics or prior experience navigating the web.
Central Library - Story Room
Saturday, April 28th - 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Age Group(s): families, ,
The
whole family is invited to this interactive story time featuring books, songs, &
rhymes, followed by a hands-on craft or activity. For families.
Central Library - Farish Theater
Sunday, April 29th - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
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Sisters of the Mother Forest
This
one-woman play by Dr. Alice Jones,
centers on the impact that a 1934 research trip had on the pioneering sister
ecologists, Lucy and Annette Braun, in their fight to save the virgin forest of
eastern Kentucky, and how that forever changed environmental conservation.
Central Library - Story Room
Monday, April 30th - 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Age Group(s): baby (0-18 months), ,
Energetic babies are invited to this lively storytime with a
parent or caregiver. We'll share stories, songs, and activities to promote
early learning, foster friendship, & have fun! Recommended for ages 0 to 18
months.
Central Library - Story Room
Monday, April 30th - 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Age Group(s): baby (0-18 months), ,
Get
acquainted with this gentle storytime for babies and their parents or caregivers,
featuring music, songs, bounces, and stories. Recommended for ages 0 to 18
months.
Central Library - Computer Center
Monday, April 30th - 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
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Drop in tech help: Need help with computers, apps or websites? Bring all of your questions and we'll help you answer them! Use one of our devices or bring your own. No registration required. (Note: session does not include computer repair.)
Central Library - Computer Center
Monday, April 30th - 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
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Discover how to plan, create and host a website. The class exercise uses free hosting service to get students started. Prerequisite: Email Basics or previous internet experience. You must have a working email address to create an account.
Central Library - Room B
Tuesday, May 1st - 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
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De-Stress! Relax! Come reap the benefits of coloring! It is not just for kids anymore! We'll provide the coffee, coloring sheets and art supplies. You are also welcome to bring your own. For Adults Only.
Central Library - Story Room
Wednesday, May 2nd - 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Age Group(s): toddler (18-36 months), ,
Move, sing, play,
& read in this storytime for active toddlers & their parents or
caregivers! We'll share fingerplays, music, and stories, with many
opportunities to shake our sillies out! Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Central Library - Room C
Wednesday, May 2nd - 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
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An intermediate to advanced level English class that focuses on conversation.
Central Library - Computer Center
Thursday, May 3rd - 3:00 PM to 4:03 PM
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Get help with resumes, job applications and more!
Central Library - Farish Theater
Thursday, May 3rd - 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
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Employment Solutions Talent Show: a talent show for special needs students.Tickets $5 at the door.
Central Library - Computer Center
Saturday, May 5th - 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
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Learn how to build and code hardware based projects with the Arduino development board system.The foundations in this class can be used to create wearables, light displays, and other electronics projects.
Central Library - Story Room
Saturday, May 5th - 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Age Group(s): families, ,
The
whole family is invited to this interactive story time featuring books, songs, &
rhymes, followed by a hands-on craft or activity. For families.
Central Library - Atrium
Saturday, May 5th - 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Age Group(s): baby (0-18 months), families, adults
Babies love to dance!
Babywearing caregivers (and their families & friends!) are invited to
shake, shimmy, and slide with us as we dance our way through an up-tempo
playlist of songs!
Central Library - Reference Area
Saturday, May 5th - 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Age Group(s): adults, high school, middle school
So, you want to be a cosplayer? Or maybe you want to grow your skills? Join us for a panel discussion with experienced cosplayers! For teens and adults
Central Library - Room A
Saturday, May 5th - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Age Group(s): families, adults, high school
Design and build your own cardboard castle for your favorite feline friend! Basic tools and supplies provided, or bring your own! Registration recommended.
Central Library
Sunday, May 6th - 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Age Group(s): adults, families,
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.
Central Library - Farish Theater
Sunday, May 6th - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
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Central Library - Story Room
Monday, May 7th - 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Age Group(s): baby (0-18 months), ,
Energetic babies are invited to this lively storytime with a
parent or caregiver. We'll share stories, songs, and activities to promote
early learning, foster friendship, & have fun! Recommended for ages 0 to 18
months.
Central Library - Atrium
Monday, May 7th - 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Age Group(s): adults, baby (0-18 months), families
Babies love to dance!
Babywearing caregivers (and their families & friends!) are invited to
shake, shimmy, and slide with us as we dance our way through an up-tempo
playlist of songs!
Central Library - Computer Center
Monday, May 7th - 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
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Drop in tech help: Need help with computers, apps or websites? Bring all of your questions and we'll help you answer them! Use one of our devices or bring your own. No registration required. (note session does not include computer repair.)
Central Library - Story Room
Wednesday, May 9th - 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Age Group(s): toddler (18-36 months), ,
Move, sing, play,
& read in this storytime for active toddlers & their parents or
caregivers! We'll share fingerplays, music, and stories, with many
opportunities to shake our sillies out! Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Central Library - Room C
Wednesday, May 9th - 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Age Group(s): adults, ,
An intermediate to advanced level English class that focuses on conversation.
Central Library - Computer Center
Thursday, May 10th - 3:00 PM to 4:03 PM
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Get help with resumes, job applications and more!
Central Library - Computer Center
Friday, May 11th - 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
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Discover the controls and formulas needed to create a basic spreadsheet and chart. Prerequisite: Introduction to MS Word or previous experience using spreadsheet software.
Registration begins on April 27th
Central Library - Computer Center
Saturday, May 12th - 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
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Impress your friends by creating your own games! Learn to make 2-D games using Scratch, a programming language built to introduce coding to older kids and teens. Prerequisite: Students should be able to use the mouse and keyboard.
Registration begins on April 28th
Central Library - Story Room
Saturday, May 12th - 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Age Group(s): families, ,
The
whole family is invited to this interactive story time featuring books, songs, &
rhymes, followed by a hands-on craft or activity. For families.
Central Library - Atrium
Sunday, May 13th - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
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Join us for a soothing afternoon of painting with Bob Ross! For Adults. Painting supplies and light bites provided.
Central Library - Story Room
Monday, May 14th - 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Age Group(s): baby (0-18 months), ,
Energetic babies are invited to this lively storytime with a
parent or caregiver. We'll share stories, songs, and activities to promote
early learning, foster friendship, & have fun! Recommended for ages 0 to 18
months.
Central Library - Atrium
Monday, May 14th - 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Age Group(s): adults, baby (0-18 months), families
Babies love to dance!
Babywearing caregivers (and their families & friends!) are invited to
shake, shimmy, and slide with us as we dance our way through an up-tempo
playlist of songs!
Central Library - Computer Center
Monday, May 14th - 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
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Drop in tech help: Need help with computers, apps or websites? Bring all of your questions and we'll help you answer them! Use one of our devices or bring your own. No registration required. (note session does not include computer repair.)
Central Library - Computer Center
Monday, May 14th - 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
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Tour Microsoft Word and learn where all the best buttons live! Create and format a document. Ask questions to your heart's content. Prerequisite: PC Basics or previous computer experience. Students should be comfortable with the mouse and keyboard.
Registration begins on April 30th
Central Library - Story Room
Wednesday, May 16th - 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Age Group(s): toddler (18-36 months), ,
Move, sing, play,
& read in this storytime for active toddlers & their parents or
caregivers! We'll share fingerplays, music, and stories, with many
opportunities to shake our sillies out! Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Central Library - Room C
Wednesday, May 16th - 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Age Group(s): adults, ,
An intermediate to advanced level English class that focuses on conversation.
Central Library - Computer Center
Wednesday, May 16th - 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
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Create and manipulate a basic database with Microsoft Access. Covers basic building technique and simple queries. Prerequisites: Advanced Features of Excel or equivalent experience.
Registration begins on May 2nd
Central Library - Computer Center
Thursday, May 17th - 3:00 PM to 4:03 PM
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Get help with resumes, job applications and more!
Central Library - Computer Center
Friday, May 18th - 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
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Learn about linked cells, filtering and intermediate formulas. Prerequisite: Introduction to Excel or previous experience with Excel.
Registration begins on May 4th
Central Library - Computer Center
Saturday, May 19th - 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
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This class will build on the topics discussed in Hardware I.We will explore more complex projects and talk about future resources for other projects you may want to take on! Prerequisites: Programing with Hardware 1.
Registration begins on May 5th
Central Library - Story Room
Saturday, May 19th - 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Age Group(s): families, ,
The
whole family is invited to this interactive story time featuring books, songs, &
rhymes, followed by a hands-on craft or activity. For families.
Central Library - Kentucky Room
Saturday, May 19th - 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Age Group(s): adults, high school,
Travel through time and space to discover the people and places that make up Lexington's LGBTQ history. The tour will depart from the Kentucky Room on the 3rd floor of the Central Library.
Central Library - Reference Area
Saturday, May 19th - 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Age Group(s): adults, high school, middle school
Join us for a panel discussion and demonstration to improve your cosplay posing and photography skills! For teens and adults.
Central Library
Sunday, May 20th - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Age Group(s): adults, high school, seniors
Presented by the Faulkner Morgan Archive, in cooperation with the Lexington Public Library, Out in Plain Sight, presents Lexington's LGBTQ history through a series of displays at Central Library. On May 20, from 2-4:00 pm, historian Dr. Jonathan Coleman will lead a tour of the display cases.
Central Library - Story Room
Monday, May 21st - 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Age Group(s): baby (0-18 months), ,
Energetic babies are invited to this lively storytime with a
parent or caregiver. We'll share stories, songs, and activities to promote
early learning, foster friendship, & have fun! Recommended for ages 0 to 18
months.
Central Library - Atrium
Monday, May 21st - 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Age Group(s): adults, baby (0-18 months), families
Babies love to dance!
Babywearing caregivers (and their families & friends!) are invited to
shake, shimmy, and slide with us as we dance our way through an up-tempo
playlist of songs!
Central Library - Computer Center
Monday, May 21st - 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
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Drop in tech help: Need help with computers, apps or websites? Bring all of your questions and we'll help you answer them! Use one of our devices or bring your own. No registration required. (note session does not include computer repair.)
Central Library - Computer Center
Monday, May 21st - 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
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Learn how to make Facebook work for your business! Learn how to create a business page and effectively run it, including how to advertise through Facebook. Prerequisite: Students should be able to use the mouse and keyboard.
Registration begins on May 7th
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