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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.
The Kentucky Progress Commission was formed in 1928 in order to draw tourism and business to Kentucky. It was formed by the Kentucky Legislature, and was a 12 person board.
Etta Evans Gilmore was born in Fleming County, Kentucky, on February 4, 1885, to Robert Evans and Matilda Fawns. She married Henry Steele Gilmore, a Bath County physician, around 1906.
The Library's digitized collection includes some non-Fayette County directories for businesses, farms and residences.
Trying to find a book and want to search libraries all over the world, all at once? WorldCat Discovery is the library catalog for you. Provided by the Kentucky Virtual Library.
Do you love to read? Would you like to recommend some books for other readers? This opportunity is for you!
The Black Community News Collection compiles searchable newspaper articles and ads for local Black community events, schools, social gatherings, church events, obituaries, and wedding announcements in older local newspapers in the librar
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Shawntaye Hopkins is the Marketing and Communications Director at the University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law. Before landing at the University of Kentucky, Shawntaye worked as a newspaper reporter, a public relations specialist at another university, and as a communications associate for a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization serving state governments. Shawntaye has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Western Kentucky University. Her hobbies include reading and writing about books, mostly fiction.
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A born-and-raised Lexingtonian, Hunter attended Lexington Catholic High School and graduated with a B.S. in Economics from the University of Kentucky Gatton College of Business and Economics in 2015. He is currently a Senior Associate at BC Wood Properties, a commercial real estate investment company, where he manages 1.8 million square feet of commercial space throughout six states. Hunter has a passion for community involvement, serving on various boards for the Explorium of Lexington, United Way of the Bluegrass, University of Kentucky DanceBlue Marathon, and Make-A-Wish Kentucky.
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Elizabeth has been a member of the Lexington Police Department since 1998. After retiring from sworn duty in 2019, she returned to the department as a polygraph examiner and background investigator. In her current position, she coordinates with multiple divisions in the Urban County Government to ensure the fair hiring of qualified applicants.
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Daryl R. Privott, Ph.D. is a Kentucky Colonel, a member of the American Library Association and has been a fan of libraries since his youth growing up in Washington, DC. He is currently an Associate Professor in the Adult & Higher Education Graduate Program at Morehead State University. Prior to his faculty appointment at Morehead in 2013, he has experience managing higher education campuses, university libraries, working for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in Washington, DC. and working as a Sign Language interpreter.
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Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
This month, we’ll learn how to make a refreshing summer salad and create our own dressing. We’ll also whip up some delicious banana "ice cream"!
Registration is required. For tweens ages 8–12.
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Northside Branch - Large Meeting Room
Calling all craft lovers! Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting! Northside Craft Club meets monthly.
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Beaumont Branch - Small Meeting Room
Do you enjoy cross-stitch, embroidery, or sewing? Grab your current project and join us every fourth Sunday for social stitching! All skill levels welcome.
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Beaumont Branch - Large Meeting Room
Vote on which Lego movie to watch, then enjoy the winner while playing with Legos! All movie options are rated PG. For ages 5-12. No registration required.
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Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room
In each session, we’ll explore different career paths through hands-on activities led by professors from the University of Kentucky. It’s a great way to learn, get inspired, and start thinking about your future—all while having fun! Registration is required. Questions? Email us at ebae@lexpublib.org
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Marksbury Family Branch
End Shark week with a splash and join us for a shark party! We'll have shark slime, games and have a FIN-tastic time!
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Tates Creek Branch - Small Meeting Room
Come along, caped crusaders! Take part in crafts and activities that will prepare you to fight evil wherever it lurks! Program open to ages 6-12.
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Eastside Branch - Large Meeting Room
From setting the table for different occasions to using utensils the right way, this hands-on workshop will help you dine with confidence. Let’s learn to eat like a pro! Registration recommended.
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Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room
Participants may use the provided yoga mats or are welcome to bring their own. This program is centered on comfort and relaxation.
The Cyrus Parker Jones Funeral Notice collection contains 667 funeral cards of Lexington residents during the years of 1806-1886.
The Kentucky Reporter was published from October 1817-April 1832, by William W. Worsley and Thomas Smith. It is the direct continuation of the The Reporter.
The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department had its earliest form almost as long as the city itself has existed, when the newly formed city of Lexington would appoint a local physician to investigate reports of certain diseases for qu
Search selected articles in Lexington newspapers about significant people, places, and events from 1787-2007.
