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Destination Kindergarten

Destination Kindergarten is the library’s program aimed at preschoolers and their caregivers- trying to help them practice the skills they need to be ready for Kindergarten.  During each Destination Kindergarten event, preschoolers and their caregivers can find a specalized area in the library with fun books, take-home activities, and information about development milestones and school readiness.

See below for more information on upcoming events and take-home packets and activities.

Wednesday, July 12 2023 5:30pm - 6:45pm Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every other week.  This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English.  Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting.
Wednesday, June 28 2023 5:30pm - 6:45pm Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every other week.  This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English.  Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting.
Wednesday, June 21 2023 5:30pm - 6:45pm Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every other week.  This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English.  Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting.
Wednesday, June 14 2023 5:30pm - 6:45pm Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every other week.  This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English.  Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting.
Wednesday, May 31 2023 5:30pm - 6:45pm Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every other week.  This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English.  Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting.
Wednesday, July 05 2023 5:30pm - 6:45pm Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every other week.  This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English.  Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting.
Wednesday, June 07 2023 5:30pm - 6:45pm Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every other week.  This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English.  Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting.
Friday, July 14 2023 10:00am - 11:30am Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.  The weekly classes will be informal and guided by a moderator.  EVERYONE is welcome - ANY native language, ANY English level. No registration needed.  Practica ingles y conoce gente nueva. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ¡Todos los idiomas, todos los niveles de ingles. Jifunze Kiingereza na kukutana na watu wapya. Kila mtu anakaribishwa! Lugha zote, viwango vyote vya Kiingereza!
Friday, June 09 2023 10:00am - 11:30am Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.  The weekly classes will be informal and guided by a moderator.  EVERYONE is welcome - ANY native language, ANY English level. No registration needed.  Practica ingles y conoce gente nueva. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ¡Todos los idiomas, todos los niveles de ingles. Jifunze Kiingereza na kukutana na watu wapya. Kila mtu anakaribishwa! Lugha zote, viwango vyote vya Kiingereza!
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New to the U.S. and Lexington community?  Check out these programs for English language learners.

Friday, July 07 2023 10:00am - 11:30am Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.  The weekly classes will be informal and guided by a moderator.  EVERYONE is welcome - ANY native language, ANY English level. No registration needed.  Practica ingles y conoce gente nueva. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ¡Todos los idiomas, todos los niveles de ingles. Jifunze Kiingereza na kukutana na watu wapya. Kila mtu anakaribishwa! Lugha zote, viwango vyote vya Kiingereza!
Friday, June 30 2023 10:00am - 11:30am Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.  The weekly classes will be informal and guided by a moderator.  EVERYONE is welcome - ANY native language, ANY English level. No registration needed.  Practica ingles y conoce gente nueva. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ¡Todos los idiomas, todos los niveles de ingles. Jifunze Kiingereza na kukutana na watu wapya. Kila mtu anakaribishwa! Lugha zote, viwango vyote vya Kiingereza!
Friday, June 23 2023 10:00am - 11:30am Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.  The weekly classes will be informal and guided by a moderator.  EVERYONE is welcome - ANY native language, ANY English level. No registration needed.  Practica ingles y conoce gente nueva. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ¡Todos los idiomas, todos los niveles de ingles. Jifunze Kiingereza na kukutana na watu wapya. Kila mtu anakaribishwa! Lugha zote, viwango vyote vya Kiingereza!
Friday, June 02 2023 10:00am - 11:30am Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.  The weekly classes will be informal and guided by a moderator.  EVERYONE is welcome - ANY native language, ANY English level. No registration needed.  Practica ingles y conoce gente nueva. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ¡Todos los idiomas, todos los niveles de ingles. Jifunze Kiingereza na kukutana na watu wapya. Kila mtu anakaribishwa! Lugha zote, viwango vyote vya Kiingereza!
Friday, June 16 2023 10:00am - 11:30am Join this conversation group for practice with English conversation, speaking, and listening skills.  The weekly classes will be informal and guided by a moderator.  EVERYONE is welcome - ANY native language, ANY English level. No registration needed.  Practica ingles y conoce gente nueva. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ¡Todos los idiomas, todos los niveles de ingles. Jifunze Kiingereza na kukutana na watu wapya. Kila mtu anakaribishwa! Lugha zote, viwango vyote vya Kiingereza!
Wednesday, June 21 2023 9:30am - 10:45am If you've been wanting to join a book group, but not sure how find one; this is the group for you. This group is for anyone and everyone interested in reading and talking about it.  
Monday, May 29 2023 10:30am - 11:30am Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.  Classes will be held on Monday and Wednesday mornings.  Classes are free to everyone.  This class will help participants to better understand and speak English.  Registration is not required. Las clases de ingles para principiantes: dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades de lectura y escritura en ingles. Las clases se impartiran los lunes y miercoles por la mañana. Las clases son gratuitas para todos. Esta clase ayudara a los participantes a comprender y hablar mejor el ingles. No es necesario registrarse.
Wednesday, May 31 2023 10:30am - 11:30am Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.  Classes will be held on Monday and Wednesday mornings.  Classes are free to everyone.  This class will help participants to better understand and speak English.  Registration is not required. Las clases de ingles para principiantes: dos veces por semana para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades de lectura y escritura en ingles. Las clases se impartiran los lunes y miercoles por la mañana. Las clases son gratuitas para todos. Esta clase ayudara a los participantes a comprender y hablar mejor el ingles. No es necesario registrarse.
Thursday, June 01 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
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We stand for free and open access to information. That starts with removing unnecessary barriers to our educational resources and technology. Starting April 13, 2023, the Lexington Public Library will no longer charge fines or fees for late, lost, or damaged material.

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Free program being offered at Northside and Village Branches

Lexington, Kentucky (December 20, 2022) – Lexington Public Library announced today that its popular LPL After School program will return in 2023, beginning January 2. 

LPL After School is a FREE drop-in program for kids aged 5-12 that takes place after regular school hours, Mondays through Fridays from 4-6pm.  The Library, in partnership with God’s Pantry, will provide snacks for all participants as well as STEAM and enrichment activities, homework help, and reading recommendations. And there’s no need to register—just show up!

Tuesday, June 20 2023 11:00am - 12:00pm The book selected for June 20 is "Vanderbilt:  the rise and fall of an American dynasty" by Anderson Cooper.  
Tuesday, June 06 2023 11:00am - 12:00pm The book selected for June 6 is "Carrie Soto is Back" by Taylor Jenkins Reid.  A legendary athlete attempts a comeback at an age when the world considers her past her prime. 
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The William Stamps Farish, III Theater at the Central Library is available to the community for lectures, live music, community forums, film festivals, small theatrical productions, dance performances, literary readings, debates, and other creative uses.

Friday, June 23 2023 4:00pm - 5:00pm Have you ever wanted to learn Sudoku? Or do you love to play Sudoku and wanted to show off your skills to others. Either way here is the opportunity you have been waiting for! Event is open for anyone interested in Sudoku for Summer 2023.
Friday, June 09 2023 6:00pm - 8:00pm Leave the school year behind at our after-hours Teen Summer Launch event! Teens Only, Ages 13 - 18.