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When you log into many of our services, you'll be asked to provide a PIN (Personal Identification Number) in addition to your library card number.  Your default PIN is typically the last 4 digits of the phone number on file for your account.

The Lexington Public Library is pleased to offer teachers, childcare providers, and homeschooling families the "Bucket of Books" service.  We can supplement your curriculum with specially-selected books on a particular topic or provide your classroom with specially-selected books for your students' pleasure reading.

Are you just starting your family tree, or have you run into a brick wall tracing a distant ancestor? Join us to share tips and learn new research strategies. All levels of experience are welcome!

Marksbury Family Branch
Location Hours

Monday-Thursday: 9:30am-7:00pm
Friday: 9:30am-6:00pm
Saturday: 9:30am-5:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Location Mailing Address

2197 Versailles Road
Lexington, KY 40504

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Eastside Branch - Small Meeting Room
Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For grades K-5. No registration required.
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Marksbury Family Branch - Community Room (A & B)
Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For grades K-5. No registration required.
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Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For grades K-5. No registration required.
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Everyone deserves a place to discover something new. The Lexington Public Library stands for free and open access to information. We’re a safe, welcoming space for neighbors to come together — opening the door so all Lexingtonians can find what they’re looking for.

Location
Northside Branch Entrance
Location Hours

Monday-Thursday: 9:30am-7:00pm

Friday: 9:30am-6:00pm

Saturday: 9:30am-5:00pm

Sunday: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Location Mailing Address

1733 Russell Cave Road
Lexington, KY 40505

Join us for Kentucky Legends: a series of programs exploring Kentucky culture, history, and lore. Programs include author visits, Chautauqua performances, live music, activities and crafts, and more.

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Join us for updates on library happenings, book recommendations, interviews, and more!

The Marksbury Family Branch Makerspace is an inclusive space where customers of all ages can come to learn, create, and explore together, free of charge. Outfitted with current high-tech and low-tech tools, the Makerspace is designed to promote education and cultivate a do-it-yourself spirit for the whole family.

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Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For grades K-5. No registration required.
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Beaumont Branch - Collaborative Learning Space
Join Kentucky Down Under for an educational encounter with some unique live animals! Learn about their habitats, diets, and more. For grades K-5. No registration required.
Location
Beaumont Branch - Entrance
Location Hours

Monday-Thursday: 9:30am-7:00pm
Friday: 9:30am-6:00pm
Saturday: 9:30am-5:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Location Mailing Address

3080 Fieldstone Way
Lexington, KY 40513

Tates Creek Branch
Location Hours

Monday-Thursday: 9:30am-7:00pm
Friday: 9:30am-6:00pm
Saturday: 9:30am-5:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Location Mailing Address

3628 Walden Drive
Lexington, KY 40517

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Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

If you love recommending books, this is for you! Kids who sign up to be a Kid Librarian get to create a display of their favorite reads—applications will be available at the event. We’ll also hear book talks from former Kid Librarians and learn how the Lexington Public Library processes its collections from our Collection Manager.

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Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room

This month's theme is books that are LGBTQ+ centered. 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.

Location
Eastside Branch
Location Hours

Monday-Thursday: 9:30am-7:00pm

Friday: 9:30am-6:00pm

Saturday: 9:30am-5:00pm

Sunday: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Location Mailing Address

3000 Blake James Drive
Lexington, KY 40509