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Mariam interviews Doug Tattershall, author of Belle Brezing: American Magdalene, about his book. They discuss Belle Brezing’s early life, her years as the nationally known brothel owner, and the generally unknown final years of her life in seclusion.
Lexington, Kentucky (April 12, 2023) – The Lexington Public Library will be Fine Free for all materials, effective immediately, following a vote at today’s regularly scheduled monthly board meeting. Lexington Public Library customers will no longer incur fines for late, damaged, or lost library materials. Additionally, the Library has forgiven all current, outstanding fines
Walking Tour
Join us for a walking tour of downtown Lexington's most notorious places! The full tour is available as a single MP3, or you can download individual tracks. For the single MP3, music will play between the stops. You can pause the track while you walk between stops.
Please Note: Some Listener's Discretion is advised.
This tour covers a walking distance of 1.43 miles.
The music clips used in this tour are from “Walking Barefoot on Grass” by Kai Engel, and are used with a CCBY license. It is available here.
Join us for a walking tour of downtown Lexington's most notorious places! The full tour is available as a single MP3, or you can download individual tracks. For the single MP3, music will play between the stops.
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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Northside Branch - Story Room
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
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Marksbury Family Branch - Keeneland Community Room
Ofrecemos clases de inglés dos veces por semana para ayudarte a mejorar tus habilidades de lectura y escritura. Las clases se impartirán los lunes y miércoles por la mañana. Esperamos que pueda unirse a nosotros!
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Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
During Teacher Time, you will be able to use the Makerspace equipment to create resources for your classroom. Including the 24" laminator, 20" large format printer, 1" and 2.25" button makers, sublimation printer and Cricut.
Teacher Time is generously sponsored by LG&E and KU.
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Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
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Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Chemistry, geology, physics, astronomy... explore them all in this interactive science experience for preschoolers. No registration required.
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Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Join Live Green Lexington to create paper out of recycled materials to learn about sustainability and creativity! For ages 8-17. Registration Required.
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Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Discover the science of weird and wacky weather with "Mr. Science" Jason Lindsey! For grades K-5. No registration required.
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Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab
Participants are welcome to drop-in anytime during Open STEAM Play and stay as little or as long as you would like!
Children 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
If you are planning on bringing a large group (10+ people) please contact our Experiential Learning Associate for accommodations. (859) 231-5500 ext. 1147
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Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room A
Ofrecemos clases de inglés dos veces por semana para ayudarte a mejorar tus habilidades de lectura y escritura. Las clases se impartirán los lunes y miércoles por la mañana. Esperamos que pueda unirse a nosotros!
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Central Library
Take & Make kids craft kits are available for pick up at the Central Library, while supplies last, and are limited to one per customer. For kids 6 and older.
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Central Library - Farish Theater
Ed Begley, Jr., will speak and present a short film, then sign his memoir, To the Temple of Tranquility ... And Step on It!. Part of the fifteenth annual Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival.
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Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Stop by the Beaumont Branch to learn about pawpaw trees, fruit, and do a tasting of some pawpaw treats.
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Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room
Practice your reading with a therapy dog from Love On A Leash. These furry friends can't wait for their personal Storytime sessions! For Kindergarten and up.
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Central Library
A spoof of hospital soap operas, General Hospital in particular. Part of the fifteenth annual Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival.
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Central Library - Farish Theater
A spoof of hospital soap operas, General Hospital in particular. Part of the fifteenth annual Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival.
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Marksbury Family Branch - Makerspace
Makers of all ages, join us in the Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace for Open Studio. Come make buttons, stickers and more. Kids ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
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Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
This month's theme is books that focus on Disability Pride. Pick any book you want that fits the theme and come discuss it with friends! Each month, we will discuss books in a different genre and everyone will talk about the book they chose to read. Spoilers may occur, so please be advised.
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Central Library - Farish Theater
Pat Garrett is hired as a lawman on behalf of a group of wealthy New Mexico cattle barons to bring down his old friend Billy the Kid. Part of the fifteenth annual Harry Dean Stanton Film Festival.
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Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
In addition, the chapter registrar will speak about the documentation necessary to join the DAR and other lineage societies. Everyone is welcome to attend. A limited number of laptops will be provided for those joining the workshop in person or participants can bring their own. Please feel free to bring your research questions and documentation.
