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Shapeoko

CS Small-Group: Shapeoko CNC Router

Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basic functions of Carbide Create software and carving on the CNC machine: Shapeoko.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basic functions of Carbide Create software and carving on the CNC machine: Shapeoko.

Switch Gaming Controls

Gaming Tournament for Teens

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Library at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens

Love to game? Join our gaming club! Hang out and test your skills with fellow gamers.

No registration is required. 

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Teen Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Love to game? Join our gaming club! Hang out and test your skills with fellow gamers.

No registration is required. 

banner and posters

Banner Basics

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Computer Lab at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basic functions of creating banners and posters with our Roland Vinyl Printer/Cutter. 

Registration is required. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basic functions of creating banners and posters with our Roland Vinyl Printer/Cutter. 

Registration is required. 

Small gingerbread house

Gingerbread House Wars for Teens

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens

Think you've got what it takes to create the ultimate gingerbread house?

We’ve got the houses. We’ve got the candy. We’ve got the frosting.
All you need to bring is your imaginative ideas and a hunger for sweet victory!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Think you've got what it takes to create the ultimate gingerbread house?

We’ve got the houses. We’ve got the candy. We’ve got the frosting.
All you need to bring is your imaginative ideas and a hunger for sweet victory!

A person sits at a computer using editing software

Intro to the Recording Studio

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Recording Studio at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn about the equipment and software available in JCPL's Recording Studio and the policies and procedures required to use the space.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Recording Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about the equipment and software available in JCPL's Recording Studio and the policies and procedures required to use the space.  

A camera recording video footage of a person

Video Recording Basics

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Computer Lab at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn basic video filming techniques including how to use a tripod, lights, and green & blue screens. Bring a SD card to save your project.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn basic video filming techniques including how to use a tripod, lights, and green & blue screens. Bring a SD card to save your project.

A 3D printer next to a PC display

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basics of 3D printing using Prusa and Cura slicing software. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of 3D printing using Prusa and Cura slicing software. 

A 3D printer next to a PC display

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basics of 3D printing using Prusa and Cura slicing software. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of 3D printing using Prusa and Cura slicing software. 

Lighted trees

Make it! DIY Holiday Gifts for Teens

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens

Swing by the library and make a few awesome gifts for your friends or family! We’ll have all the supplies you need—just bring your creativity and holiday spirit.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Swing by the library and make a few awesome gifts for your friends or family! We’ll have all the supplies you need—just bring your creativity and holiday spirit.

A FusionEdge laser cutter

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basic functions of engraving metal on the fiber laser cutter and engraving/cutting wood and other materials on the C02 laser cutter.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basic functions of engraving metal on the fiber laser cutter and engraving/cutting wood and other materials on the C02 laser cutter.

double oven mitt

Sewing : Skills-Focused-Double Oven Mitts

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn how to sew double potholders.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to sew double potholders.

corel draw basics

CorelDRAW Basics

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Computer Lab at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basics of CorelDRAW software.

Registration is required.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of CorelDRAW software.

Registration is required.

A 3D printer next to a PC display

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basics of 3D printing using Prusa and Cura slicing software. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of 3D printing using Prusa and Cura slicing software. 

Closed for Christmas Eve

All Day
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore

The library will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve. 

Closing
Branches:
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve. 

Closed for Christmas Day

All Day
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore

The library will be closed in observance of Christmas Day. 

Closing
Branches:
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Christmas Day. 

Closed for New Year's Eve

All Day
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore

The library will be closed in observance of New Year's Eve. 

Closing
Branches:
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of New Year's Eve. 

Closed for New Year's Day

All Day
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore

We will be closed in observance of New Year's Day. 

Closing
Branches:
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore
Description:

We will be closed in observance of New Year's Day. 

Books & Bites Bingo logo

Winter Books & Bites Bingo

01/01/2026 @ 9:30am to 03/31/2026 @ 8:30pm
Online
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Ongoing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Up your reading game this winter with the Books & Bites Bingo reading challenge! 

Set reading goals for yourself, discover new authors and genres, and have fun while doing it.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Ongoing
Event Details:

Up your reading game this winter with the Books & Bites Bingo reading challenge! 

Set reading goals for yourself, discover new authors and genres, and have fun while doing it.

Black and White Modern chess set

Chess for Teens

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for an evening of Chess. All skill levels are welcome. We will teach you the basics of the game, general strategy, popular moves, advanced rules, and how to record your games. And we will play lots of chess!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of Chess. All skill levels are welcome. We will teach you the basics of the game, general strategy, popular moves, advanced rules, and how to record your games. And we will play lots of chess!

scarf and loom

Loom Knitting Scarves for Teens

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens

Curious about loom knitting but not sure where to start? Join us for a warm and creative crafting session! Learn the art of loom knitting and make your own scarf—perfect for staying snug this season.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about loom knitting but not sure where to start? Join us for a warm and creative crafting session! Learn the art of loom knitting and make your own scarf—perfect for staying snug this season.

A person sits at a computer using editing software

Intro to the Recording Studio

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Recording Studio at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn about the equipment and software available in JCPL's Recording Studio and the policies and procedures required to use the space.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Recording Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about the equipment and software available in JCPL's Recording Studio and the policies and procedures required to use the space.  

Carvey

CS Small-Group: Carvey CNC Router

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basic functions of Easel software and carving on the CNC machine:  Carvey.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basic functions of Easel software and carving on the CNC machine:  Carvey.

Carvey CNC Router

CS Small-Group: Carvey CNC Routers

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basic functions of Carbide Create software and carving on the CNC machine: Carvey.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basic functions of Carbide Create software and carving on the CNC machine: Carvey.

paper pen and notebook

SLAM Writing Event for Teens

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Davis Conference Room at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens

Do you love writing, creating characters, and drafting scripts?  This group will help you explore those interests with your fellow writers! 

Registration is required. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Davis Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love writing, creating characters, and drafting scripts?  This group will help you explore those interests with your fellow writers! 

Registration is required.