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Prompt to Page Podcast

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Online
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Prompt to Page Podcast:

A JCPL librarian interviews published writers about their favorite writing prompts—exercises that can help inspire, focus, and improve your creative writing. Whether you’re a begin...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors

A JCPL librarian interviews published writers about their favorite writing prompts—exercises that can help inspire, focus, and improve your creative writing. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, a novelist, essayist, or poet, you’ll find ideas and advice to motivate you to keep writing. 

A partnership with the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning.

This audio program will be available to download on the Prompt to Page webpage or on Apple PodcastsSpotify, and other podcast players.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small Group: Jewelry Studio

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Adults
CS Small Group: Jewelry Studio:

Learn basic jewelry-making techniques, including sawing, filing, soldering, and polishing. In this class, you will complete a simple project. The online Intro to the Crea...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Learn basic jewelry-making techniques, including sawing, filing, soldering, and polishing. In this class, you will complete a simple project. 

The online Intro to the Creative Space Class is the prerequisite for the class. 

Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Refit

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Exercise
Age Group:
Adults
ReFit:

Certified REFIT instructor Karen Adams leads a fun movement class to work on cardio, toning, balance, and mobility! This one-hour class is low to mid-intensity—with no equipment ne...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise

Certified REFIT instructor Karen Adams leads a fun movement class to work on cardio, toning, balance, and mobility! This one-hour class is low to mid-intensity—with no equipment needed—so everyone can have fun. Be sure to bring water, leave your insecurities at the door, and see how fun and exercise can work together.

No registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Jewelry Studio Skills Focus: Soldering

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In the Jewelry Studio Skills Focus series, participants will have the opportunity to practice previously learned skills. In this class, we will focus on the technique of soldering ...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In the Jewelry Studio Skills Focus series, participants will have the opportunity to practice previously learned skills. In this class, we will focus on the technique of soldering by practicing various types of joints.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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.The online Intro to the Creative ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Make-and-Take: Foraging

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our presenter from Bluegrass Ladies Sporting and learn how to make useful items using foraged materials. In this program we will be making cleaner, tea, and salt. No experienc...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join our presenter from Bluegrass Ladies Sporting and learn how to make useful items using foraged materials. In this program we will be making cleaner, tea, and salt. No experience is necessary and all materials will be provided. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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.The online Intro to the Creative ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Dungeons & Dragons:

Join us for an opportunity to learn about and play Dungeons & Dragons, the classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game! No prior experience is required. Registration is rec...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 7

Join us for an opportunity to learn about and play Dungeons & Dragons, the classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game! No prior experience is required. 

Registration is recommended.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Zumba

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Exercise
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Zumba brings people together to sweat it out; it’s perfect for everybody and every body! Effective and fun, come see why Zumba fitness is often called exercise in disguise. This cl...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise
Event Details:

Zumba brings people together to sweat it out; it’s perfect for everybody and every body! Effective and fun, come see why Zumba fitness is often called exercise in disguise.

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore

We will be closed for Memorial Day. 

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

We will be closed for Memorial Day. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: Jewelry Studio

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Adults
CS Small Group: Jewelry Studio:

Learn basic jewelry-making techniques, including sawing, filing, soldering, and polishing. In this class, you will complete a simple project. The online Intro to the Crea...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Learn basic jewelry-making techniques, including sawing, filing, soldering, and polishing. In this class, you will complete a simple project. 

The online Intro to the Creative Space Class is the prerequisite for the class. 

Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Silver Sneakers

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Exercise
Age Group:
Adults
SilverSneakers:

Erica Hill welcomes all ages and abilities to this lively SilverSneakers exercise class! Whether seated or standing, everyone can gain strength and stability through gentle movemen...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise
Required
Seats Remaining: 21

Erica Hill welcomes all ages and abilities to this lively SilverSneakers exercise class! Whether seated or standing, everyone can gain strength and stability through gentle movement. This class has a maximum capacity of 30 people, so be sure to register to reserve your spot.

Registration is recommended.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: UV Printer & CorelDRAW

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Computer Lab at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basic functions of CorelDRAW software and printing on the UV Printer. Bring a USB drive to save your design.  The online Intro to the Creative Space Class is th...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn the basic functions of CorelDRAW software and printing on the UV Printer. Bring a USB drive to save your design.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Refit

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Exercise
Age Group:
Adults
ReFit:

Certified REFIT instructor Karen Adams leads a fun movement class to work on cardio, toning, balance, and mobility! This one-hour class is low to mid-intensity—with no equipment ne...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise

Certified REFIT instructor Karen Adams leads a fun movement class to work on cardio, toning, balance, and mobility! This one-hour class is low to mid-intensity—with no equipment needed—so everyone can have fun. Be sure to bring water, leave your insecurities at the door, and see how fun and exercise can work together.

No registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Zumba

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Exercise
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Zumba brings people together to sweat it out; it’s perfect for everybody and every body! Effective and fun, come see why Zumba fitness is often called exercise in disguise. This cl...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise
Event Details:

Zumba brings people together to sweat it out; it’s perfect for everybody and every body! Effective and fun, come see why Zumba fitness is often called exercise in disguise.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Books & Bites Podcast

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Online
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Books & Bites Podcast:

JCPL librarians bring you book recommendations and discuss the bites and beverages to pair with them.  This audio program will be available to download from the Book...

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

JCPL librarians bring you book recommendations and discuss the bites and beverages to pair with them. 
 

This audio program will be available to download from the Books & Bites podcast page and on Apple PodcastsSpotify, and other podcast players.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Walk Around Kentucky

All Day 6/2 - 7/31
Customer Service Desk at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Exercise, Ongoing, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Meet new people and get some exercise this summer with our Walk Around Kentucky program! Join us for group walks around Jessamine County, whether you walk with friends and family o...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Customer Service Desk
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise, Ongoing, Science & Nature
Event Details:

Meet new people and get some exercise this summer with our Walk Around Kentucky program! Join us for group walks around Jessamine County, whether you walk with friends and family or walk on your own.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Kentucky Career Center

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Davis Conference Room at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Meet one-on-one with a representative from the Kentucky Career Center for career counseling and job search assistance. No registration is required.

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Davis Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Event Details:

Meet one-on-one with a representative from the Kentucky Career Center for career counseling and job search assistance. 

No registration is required.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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.The online Intro to the Creative ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: CNC Routers

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basic functions of Easel software and carving on the CNC machines: X-Carve & Carvey.The online Intro to the Creative Space Class is the prerequisite for the...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Learn the basic functions of Easel software and carving on the CNC machines: X-Carve & Carvey.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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.The online Intro to the Creative ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Zumba

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Exercise
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Zumba brings people together to sweat it out; it’s perfect for everybody and every body! Effective and fun, come see why Zumba fitness is often called exercise in disguise. This cl...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise
Event Details:

Zumba brings people together to sweat it out; it’s perfect for everybody and every body! Effective and fun, come see why Zumba fitness is often called exercise in disguise.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Walk Around Kentucky: UK Arboretum

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Exercise, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a walk at the UK Arboretum to meet new people, explore a beautiful location, and log miles for Walk Around Kentucky! We will meet at the Arboretum so you must have your...

Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise, Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Join us for a walk at the UK Arboretum to meet new people, explore a beautiful location, and log miles for Walk Around Kentucky! We will meet at the Arboretum so you must have your own transportation to the site.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Photography Basics

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn basic camera photography techniques including how to use a tripod, lights, and green & blue screens. Bring a SD card to save your project.The online Intro to the Recordin...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

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