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We stand for free and open access to information. That starts with removing unnecessary barriers to our educational resources and technology. Starting April 13, 2023, the Lexington Public Library will no longer charge fines or fees for late, lost, or damaged material.
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Free program being offered at Northside and Village Branches
Lexington, Kentucky (December 20, 2022) – Lexington Public Library announced today that its popular LPL After School program will return in 2023, beginning January 2.
LPL After School is a FREE drop-in program for kids aged 5-12 that takes place after regular school hours, Mondays through Fridays from 4-6pm. The Library, in partnership with God’s Pantry, will provide snacks for all participants as well as STEAM and enrichment activities, homework help, and reading recommendations. And there’s no need to register—just show up!
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Join us for a walking tour of Downtown Lexington’s historic sites. 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.
Friday, June 23 2023 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Have you ever wanted to learn Sudoku? Or do you love to play Sudoku and wanted to show off your skills to others. Either way here is the opportunity you have been waiting for! Event is open for anyone interested in Sudoku for Summer 2023.
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These tours are guided audio walking tours with a variety of topics focused on Downtown Lexington, KY. Music will play in between each stop, and the listener can pause the track while walking between stops.
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Jennifer talks with local poet Danni Quintos about her work and latest book release Two Brown Dots. In Behind the Scenes, Erin hears from librarians Jennie and Mary about LPL After School. Danni closes the podcast with a reading from Two Brown Dots.
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Mariam interviews David Bryant about the life and work of Lexington-born African American composer Julia Perry (1924-1979).
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Thursday, June 01 2023 11:00am - 11:30am
A movement focused storytime including yoga-based breathing and stretching techniques for wellness, emotional regulation, and body control. Please bring a yoga mat or towel if you have one. Caregivers are invited to practice yoga with their children.
Wednesday, May 31 2023 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Practice your English speaking skills in a group meeting every other week. This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English. Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting.
Thursday, June 01 2023 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Makerspace at Eastside. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Large Format Printer, and more.
Thursday, June 01 2023 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Join us at Central to listen to some calming stories, learn some calming skills you can practice at school or home, and enjoy some sensory activities to help with emotional regulation.
Thursday, June 01 2023 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Stop by for books, stay for the fun! K-12 and their caregivers students can use this time to relax, unwind, and hang out with friends (and learn too!). Enrichment activities like reading with a buddy, board games, arts, crafts, and so much more will be available! Snacks will be provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry. Activities courtesy of CHI St. Joseph Health. No registration required.
Thursday, June 01 2023 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids Cafe: Youth and their caregivers can enjoy self-directed enrichment activities like reading with a buddy, board games, arts, crafts, and so much more will be available! Snacks will be provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry. Activities sponsored of CHI St. Joseph Health. No registration required.
Thursday, June 01 2023 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Looking for a safe space to exist around other members of the LGBTQ+ community, while working on craft projects new and old? Drop in any time during the evening, and hang out while using materials and tools from home, or learn something new! We'll have sewing machines, embroidery hoops, yarn, and more available in our Makerspace!
Thursday, June 01 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beginning English classes will be held twice weekly to help participants improve English language reading and writing skills.
Thursday, June 01 2023 11:00am - 11:30am
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
Thursday, June 01 2023 9:30am - 7:00pm
Stop by the Children's Department to participate in a scavenger hunt. Images will be hidden around the department and it's up to you to find them all! Scavenger hunts will change throughout the month.
Wednesday, May 31 2023 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join instructors from Kentucky Refugee Ministries for this free citizenship class. Student must be a Green Card holder for at least 4 years and 9 months. Registration is NOT required.
Wednesday, May 31 2023 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Teen and Adult makers join us for Open Studio in the Makerspace at Eastside. You can use equipment like the 3D printer, Cricut, Large Format Printer and more.
Wednesday, May 31 2023 11:00am - 11:30am
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Wednesday, May 31 2023 11:00am - 11:30am
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Wednesday, May 31 2023 11:00am - 11:30am
Enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early learning and promote school readiness. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Wednesday, May 31 2023 10:00am - 12:00pm
Do you need help with your job search? Are you looking to polish your resume?Then this Resume Help Drop-In is for you! Every Wednesday morning from 10 am - 12 pm, you can drop in at the Beaumont Branch to get personalized one-on-one help with your job hunt. Laptops will be available to use to build your resume, and USB drives will be provided for your electronic document storage.
Tuesday, May 30 2023 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids Cafe: Youth and their caregivers can enjoy self-directed enrichment activities like reading with a buddy, board games, arts, crafts, and so much more will be available! Snacks will be provided to youth age 18 and younger courtesy of God's Pantry. Activities sponsored of CHI St. Joseph Health. No registration required.
Tuesday, May 30 2023 11:00am - 12:00pm
Come dressed to impress for dancing, photo ops, and baby and toddler friendly activities with your little one! For ages 0-36 months. No registration required.
Tuesday, May 30 2023 11:00am - 11:30am
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Tuesday, May 30 2023 11:00am - 11:30am
Enjoy songs, bounces, stories, and social time for babies and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 18 months.
