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Join us for updates on library happenings, book recommendations, interviews, and more!
Alexa and Jennifer discuss what they've read and are looking forward to reading this month.
Join Alexa and Jennifer as they discuss what they've been reading, listening to, and watching in the month of November!
We are committed to supporting our democracy by providing nonpartisan voting information, whether you choose to cast an early ballot or go to the polls on Election Day.
The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace, located at 2197 Versailles Road, is an inclusive space where customers of all ages can come to learn, create, and explore together, free of charge. Outfitted with current high-tech and low-tech tools, the Makerspace is designed to promote education and cultivate a do-it-yourself spirit for the whole family. Customers ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver. Planning to bring a group of 10 or more? Please contact us by calling 859-231-5500 ext.2822 or using the link below.
Sample projects
Engrave a bookmark for your next read, design matching t-shirts for your family vacation, personalize a coffee mug, embroider a t-shirt, or print fun stickers for your new business.
The Eastside Branch Makerspace, located at 3000 Blake James Drive, is a collaborative workspace for ages 13 and up to make, learn , explore, and share, free of charge. Staff are available during open studio hours to assist in projects of all kinds, or contact Makerspace staff to schedule one-on-one help. Not sure where to start? The Eastside Makerspace also offers regular workshops that introduce participants to new skills, technology, and equipment. Planning to bring a group of 10 or more? Please contact us by calling 859-231-5500 ext.2207 or using the link below.
Sample projects
Engrave a welcome sign, 3D print a business card holder, laminate a sign for your classroom, print a banner for your next event, make a personalized magnet for your refrigerator, sew a quilt block, or cut a vinyl design for your water bottle.
The Digital Studio provides people of all skill levels the equipment, software, and AI creative tools for filmmaking, photography and digital art, music making, and media preservation.
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Eastside Branch
Stop by the Children's Department to participate in a scavenger hunt. Images will be hidden around the department and it's up to you to find them all! Scavenger hunts will change throughout the month.
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Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us this month to make...
While supplies last
No registration required
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Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
First, we'll learn about meteorologist Ted Fujita and his revolutionary severe weather discoveries. Then, we'll create our own severe weather in a jar! Dress for mess. Registration recommended. Ages 12+
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Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Make art using polka dots and bubble wrap inspired by the work of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama! Dress for mess. For ages 3-5. No registration required.
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Central Library
Drop in for our monthly teen DIY program! Materials provided while supplies last. This month, we're trying out acrylic paint pouring techniques. (Dress for mess!)
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Beaumont Branch
Registration is required; the book is available for pick up at the Beaumont Branch’s front desk. If you have any questions, please email mstout@lexpublib.org.
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Northside Branch - Classroom
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Make one block each month and you will make a finished small quilt or throw by the end of 12 months! Fabric and sewing tools provided while supplies last. Prerequisites: you must already be able to thread a needle and hand sew a straight stitch and a slip stitch. Please register if you plan to attend.
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Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
Join us this month to take and make crochet amigurumi crochet kits!
While supplies last
No registration required
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Central Library - Farish Theater
This month's performance features Phil DeGreg on piano, Aaron Jacobs on bass, and John Taylor on drums. Sponsored by the Jazz Arts Foundation.
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Northside Branch - Classroom
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Make one block each month and you will make a finished small quilt or throw by the end of 12 months! Fabric and sewing tools provided while supplies last. Prerequisites: you must already be able to thread a needle and hand sew a straight stitch and a slip stitch. Please register if you plan to attend.
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Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
May is National Salad Month, therefore we'll be celebrating with the "Romaine Calm: Salad Edition" of Bite Club! Members can choose a recipe from one of the cookbooks provided or use their own cookbook/recipe to contribute a dish. If it's your first time, you can simply come to taste, discuss, and enjoy. Lettuce turnip the beet!
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Central Library - Farish Theater
Live jazz the second Thursday of every month.
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Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate National Pet Month by sharing purrfect cat stories and making cat art and cat toys for your own pet or to donate to a local rescue or shelter. Recommended for ages 3-5 with caregiver.
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Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Learn about the science and mythology that explains the origin of volcanos. You'll also create a model volcano that erupts! Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Pride Month at Northside with a fun, customizable DIY project!
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Central Library
For Pride Month, join LPL's JP Johnson for a brief walk through Downtown Lexington's LGBTQ History.
Learn about the locations and the people that make up Lexington's queer past.
Tour starts on Water Street in the parking in the Kentucky Utilities parking lot and ends near Barr Street. Wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared for heat.
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Central Library
For Pride Month, join LPL's JP Johnson for a brief walk through Downtown Lexington's LGBTQ History.
Learn about the locations and the people that make up Lexington's queer past.
Tour starts on Water Street in the parking in the Kentucky Utilities parking lot and ends near Barr Street. Wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared for heat.
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Northside Branch - Classroom
Join Northside staff and learn to make a simple, traditional Cathedral Windows quilt. Make one block each month and you will make a finished small quilt or throw by the end of 12 months! Fabric and sewing tools provided while supplies last. Prerequisites: you must already be able to thread a needle and hand sew a straight stitch and a slip stitch. Please register if you plan to attend.
