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The Digital Studio provides people of all skill levels the tools for filmmaking, photography and digital art, music making, and media preservation.

Location
Central Library Exterior
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

140 East Main Street
Lexington, KY 40507

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.

Library meeting rooms are available for individuals, non-profit, for profit, study groups, and community organizations seeking to hold meetings, trainings, and workshops.  Meeting rooms are free of charge.  Sterno and other tools/equipment that have an open flame are prohibited.

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We are committed to supporting our democracy by providing nonpartisan voting information, whether you choose to cast an early ballot or go to the polls on Election Day. 

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Northside Branch - Classroom

Beginning English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.  Classes are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Classes and class materials are free to everyone. Participants can practice their new skills at any of our ESOL conversation group meetings. Questions: Email abell@lexpublib.org.

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Northside Branch - Classroom

Beginning English classes are held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.  Classes are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Classes and class materials are free to everyone. Participants can practice their new skills at any of our ESOL conversation group meetings. Questions: Email abell@lexpublib.org.

Check for current job openings and apply to work at the Lexington Public Library.

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Have a question?  Ask us!  You can contact us via email, phone, chat, or text.  Book a librarian for one-on-one help.  Suggest a purchase to help us improve our collection.

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Central Library
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.

Community Reads is our Lexington-wide book group. Connect with your friends and neighbors by reading the selected book, joining in a book discussion or related program, and attending a book talk with this year's featured author. 

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.

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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.

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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.

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Central Library - Meeting Room D
Use a recycled paperback book to make an adorable hedgehog! All materials provided. For kids age 6-12 while supplies last.
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Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Participants are welcome to drop-in anytime between 3:30-5:30 pm 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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Central Library - Farish Theater

The Last Gospel of the Pagan Babies helps fill an important gap by showcasing the ways in which queer life was navigated in Lexington, Kentucky – pushing the boundaries in both the Southern mainstream and even within the sexual and gender bending subculture itself.

Featuring Lexington icons Belle Brezing, Sweet Evening Breeze, Henry Faulkner, and others.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Central Library - Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab

Children 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver. Please note that we will be building with the classic Lego bricks that contain small parts.

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Central Library - Farish Theater

Starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, experience the 2024 sensation at the library.