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Learning doesn’t stop at the end of the school day. The Lexington Public Library is here to support your education at every level, from birth through college, with skill-building tools, live tutoring, standardized test prep, after-school programs, and more.

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Throughout June, join us as we celebrate Pride Month with programs, books, podcasts, and more.

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This is your gateway to our most popular resources.  Search for books and eBooks, access tools for research and learning, and discover our unique collection of genealogy and local history materials.

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.

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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.

Several pieces of equipment require additional supplies such as PLA filament, vinyl, and metal backings. Some supplies are available for purchase in our learning spaces. Customers ages 13 and up who have signed the Experiential Learning Agreement and Equipment Use Policy, which is available to sign in-person at any of the four learning spaces, and live in Fayette County or a reciprocal county receive an $8 credit each month for material purchases. If you exceed this credit, you can still purchase additional supplies using credit, Mobile App Pay or Mobile Pay, or tapping to pay.

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.

The Lexington Public Library offers an Interlibrary Loan (ILL) service which allows cardholders in good standing to borrow books and receive copies of articles we do not own and cannot purchase. Our borrowing network includes over 4,000 participating public and academic libraries.

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Do you love to read? Would you like to recommend some books for other readers? This opportunity is for you!

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Do you love to read? Would you like to recommend some books for other readers? This opportunity is for you!

With your free library card, gain access to a diverse collection of print books, ebooks, audiobooks, online classes and databases, and more. You can apply for a traditional, wallet-sized card and key chain tag or a digital library card to add to your smartphone’s digital wallet (iOS and Android compatible).

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Find out what's happening at our locations.  Browse upcoming events and discover our dedicated learning spaces.  Reserve a meeting room.  Explore our galleries and special collections.

Thank you for thinking of the Friends Book Cellar for donating your: books, CDs, DVDs, and current year magazines.

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Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Have bias you love? A family pic you cherish? We'll take those photos and add them to photo keychains you can personalize. While Supplies Last. No registration required.
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Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Join our fun book club where we'll read an engaging story about bears & create literature inspired art. No registration required.
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Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Join our fun book club where kids can share their favorite reads & create literature inspired art. No registration required.
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Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)

Join us for an evening with acclaimed poet, author, and educator Frank X Walker, a pioneer of the Affrilachian literary movement and former Kentucky Poet Laureate. Professor Walker will share insights from his groundbreaking work, discuss the power of storytelling in shaping cultural identity, and reflect on his journey as a writer and advocate for Appalachian voices.

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Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Have bias you love? A family pic you want to personalize? We'll take those photos and add them to photo keychains you can personalize. No registration required. While supplies last.
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Marksbury Family Branch - Classroom
Dots, color and self expression! Teens will paint mini canvases inspired by Yayoi Kusama bold iconic style.
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Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room B

Most everyone is familiar with marigolds, but many view them as common. Marigolds are wonderfully easy garden plants that offer a much wider range of options than many realize. In this class, we will discuss all things marigold, from the tiny little ones to the massive giants. We will provide seeds for some exciting and unusual varieties.