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LPL After School is a FREE afterschool drop-in program at the Northside and Village Branches for kids aged 5-12 and a caregiver that takes place 4 pm - 6 pm Monday through Friday. Join us for snacks, STEAM and enrichment activities, and homework help from one of our volunteers. No need for children and caregivers to register - just show up! Activities provided courtesy of CHI St. Joseph Health. Snacks will be provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry.

On Saturdays, snacks with enrichment activites are offered from 3pm-5pm.

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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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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.

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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.

Monday, July 03 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm Celebrate the 4th a day early with patriotic games and activities.   Recommended for K through 5th grade.
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.
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Located on the fourth floor of the Central Library, this space invites children and students to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math through hands-on experiences. Programming events targeted toward upper elementary and middle-school aged students include circuits, robotics, augmented and virtual reality, coding, 3D printing, recording in the audio booth, and so much more.

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The library has a variety of directories and yearbooks with local information.

Wednesday, June 14 2023 11:00am - 11:30am Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Friday, June 16 2023 11:00am - 11:30am Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Wednesday, June 28 2023 11:00am - 11:30am Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Wednesday, June 07 2023 11:00am - 11:30am Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Wednesday, July 12 2023 1:00pm - 4:00pm This free 3-week program features hands-on STEAM fun with a variety of projects that will spark your interest and encourage you to observe, explore and experiment! For Female middle school students.
Thursday, July 13 2023 11:00am - 11:30am Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Wednesday, June 21 2023 11:00am - 11:30am Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Wednesday, July 05 2023 11:00am - 11:30am Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
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 23 2023 11:00am - 11:30am Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Thursday, July 13 2023 1:00pm - 4:00pm This free 3-week program features hands-on STEAM fun with a variety of projects that will spark your interest and encourage you to observe, explore and experiment! For Female middle school students.
Friday, June 30 2023 11:00am - 11:30am Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Friday, June 09 2023 11:00am - 11:30am Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Wednesday, July 12 2023 11:00am - 11:30am Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.