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Throughout June, join us as we celebrate Pride Month with programs, books, podcasts, and more.

Celebrate Black History Month at LPL

Throughout February, join us as we celebrate Black history with programs, materials, podcasts, and more.

Meet with a librarian for one-on-one consultation.  Please submit the Book a Librarian Appointment Request Form or call 859-231-5500 during business hours to schedule an appointment.  Appointments are scheduled Monday-Friday during Library business hours and typically last 30 to 45 minutes.

Whether you're just starting out, changing careers, or returning to the workforce, finding a job can be tough.  We can help you land the right position and answer your questions along the way.

The Lexington Public Library offers an Interlibrary Loan (ILL) service which allows cardholders in good standing to borrow books and receive copies of articles we do not own and cannot purchase. Our borrowing network includes over 4,000 participating public and academic libraries.

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.

Do you need to learn new software, technology, creative or business skills to achieve your professional or personal goals? LinkedIn Learning gives you unlimited access to a vast library of high quality video tutorials taught by recognized industry experts. You can work at your own pace with provided exercise files.  Available on your personal computer or mobile device.  (Note:  To log into the mobile app, enter lex for your Library ID.  You will be prompted to enter your library card number and PIN.)

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Kentucky Images

The Kentucky Images collection contains postcards, photographs and slides of people, architecture, and locations in Kentucky and Appalachia.

 

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Kentucky Progress magazine

The Publications Collection contains runs of historical Kentucky newspapers, almanacs, and magazines. 

Starting your own business or nonprofit is hard work, but we can help you locate the tools you need to get your ideas off the ground.

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Central Library

Nic Stone is a bestselling author and an outspoken racial and social justice advocate. Stone burst onto the scene with her #1 New York Times bestselling debut novel, Dear Martin, which chronicles the story of a seventeen-year-old Black high school senior, Justyce McAllister, after a bloody run-in with the police places him squarely in the crosshairs of media fallout.

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Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Secure your family's future by learning how to protect your income. We'll cover different types of insurance, including the differences between term and permanent life insurance, and discuss the importance of long-term care planning. This part is all about safeguarding the financial stability you're working so hard to build.

Don't miss out on our last financial master class:

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Eastside Branch - Makerspace
Come join us at the Eastside Makerspace and learn knitting basics to start your first project! The workshop will cover casting-on, knit and purl stitches, as well as basic knitting terms. For ages 13+
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Eastside Branch - Medium Meeting Room

Join us for the newest adult book club here at Eastside, where we dive into the growing collection of Young Adult Novels. These books cover topics from mysteries to romance and everything in-between, leading to an open discussion about each novel.

Open to any adult 18 and older.

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Central Library

Nic Stone is a bestselling author and an outspoken racial and social justice advocate. Stone burst onto the scene with her #1 New York Times bestselling debut novel, Dear Martin, which chronicles the story of a seventeen-year-old Black high school senior, Justyce McAllister, after a bloody run-in with the police places him squarely in the crosshairs of media fallout.

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Tates Creek Branch - Large Meeting Room

Meet with representatives from KHEAA to discuss how to file the common app and other college applications, as well as how to pay for college. 

We'll have laptops and other supplies on hand to support you getting your apps in before November 1st!

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Eastside Branch - Children's Program Room

Meet with representatives from KHEAA to discuss how to file the common app and other college applications, as well as how to pay for college. 

We'll have laptops and other supplies on hand to support you getting your apps in before November 1st!

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