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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.
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Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Friends of the Lexington Public Library, Inc.
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Wonderful podcasts and walking tours have been created by our staff. Please enjoy!
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Meet with a librarian for one-on-one consultation. Please submit the Book a Librarian Appointment Request Form or call 859-231-5500 during business hours to schedule an appointment. Appointments are scheduled Monday-Friday during Library business hours and typically last 30 to 45 minutes.
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The Lexington Public Library welcomes your time and talents! There are a number of volunteer opportunities available. Apply now.
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If books are your thing, this is your place. Browse the newest titles in our collection, take a deep dive into comics and graphic novels with the 741.5 bulletin, request a personalized "bag of books," and more.
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Thank you for thinking of the Friends Book Cellar for donating your: books, CDs, DVDs, and current year magazines.
Thursday, July 06 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a new book club for teens- it's not your parents' book club! Six books, one theme. Read one, read all, or even just bits of each, and come talk about it in a judgement-free space.
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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.
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. Â
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. Â
Wednesday, June 14 2023 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Celebrate flag day by learning to make pride flag earrings! We'll be molding and baking polymer clay to make a fun craft you can repeat at home. Ages 13 - 18
Tuesday, June 06 2023 11:00am - 12:00pm
The book selected for June 6 is "Carrie Soto is Back" by Taylor Jenkins Reid.Â
A legendary athlete attempts a comeback at an age when the world considers her past her prime.Â
Thursday, June 01 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly mystery book club! Light refreshments provided; for adults. This month's pick is The Night She Disappeared by Lisa Jewell.
Wednesday, June 28 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Use your creativity to create art with paint on recycled book pages. All supplies provided. For adults and teens. No registration.
Thursday, June 29 2023 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Use your creativity to create art with paint on recycled book pages. All supplies provided. For adults and teens. No registration.
Thursday, July 06 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Calling all mystery fans! Join us for our monthly mystery book club! Light refreshments provided; for adults.
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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!
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Accessibility information for each of our locations, including parking, elevators, and restrooms.
All Library locations will be closed on Christmas Day.
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Join librarians Alexa and Jenny as we talk books. What we're currently loving, what we're hating, and what we can't wait to read next!
All Library locations will be closed on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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All Library locations will be closed on Juneteenth (Freedom Day).
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All Library locations will be closed on Labor Day.
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All Library locations will be closed on New Year's Day.
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All Library locations will be closed on Independence Day.
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All Library locations will be closed on Memorial Day.
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Wednesday, July 12 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Freddy Fossil and his life-like puppets will help kids find answers to their dinosaur questions. It's pre-hysterical family fun!! Recommended for those in preschool-5th grades.
Thursday, July 13 2023 11:00am - 12:00pm
Freddy Fossil and his life-like puppets will help kids find answers to their dinosaur questions. It's pre-hysterical family fun! Recommended for those in preschool-5th grades.
Thursday, July 13 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Freddy Fossil and his life-like puppets will help kids find answers to their dinosaur questions. It's pre-hysterical family fun! Recommended for those in preschool -5th grades.
Wednesday, July 12 2023 11:00am - 12:00pm
Freddy Fossil and his life-like puppets will help kids find answers to their dinosaur questions. It's pre-hysterical family fun!! Recommended for those in preschool-5th grades.
Thursday, July 13 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Freddy Fossil and his life-like puppets will help kids find answers to their dinosaur questions. It's pre-hysterical family fun!! Recommended for those in preschool-5th grades.
Wednesday, July 12 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Freddy Fossil and his life-size puppets will help kids find answers to their dinosaur questions. It's pre-hysterical family fun!! Recommended for those in preschool-5th grades.
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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.
Tuesday, July 11 2023 11:00am - 12:00pm
The title selected for July 11 is "Lessons in Chemistry" by Bonnie Garmus. Â
