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Long-Arm Quilting Machine

CS Small-Group: Long-Arm Quilting Machine

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Adults
:

Learn the basics of machine quilting using a Q'nique 21 long-arm machine and Quilter's Creative Touch 6 Pro software. Participants must have some experience and familiarity with sewing machines.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Learn the basics of machine quilting using a Q'nique 21 long-arm machine and Quilter's Creative Touch 6 Pro software. Participants must have some experience and familiarity with sewing machines.

vinyl cutter photo, stickers, heat transfer

Intro to Vinyl Printing/Cutting

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Computer Lab at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Intro to Vinyl Printing/Cutting:

Learn the basic functions of creating contour cut lines and exporting PDFs to print on the vinyl printer/cutter.  The Roland Vinyl Printer/Cutter can print vinyl stickers, hea...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Learn the basic functions of creating contour cut lines and exporting PDFs to print on the vinyl printer/cutter.  The Roland Vinyl Printer/Cutter can print vinyl stickers, heat press transfer, photo paper, and banners.

Registration is required. 

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Crafternoon: Diamond Painting

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us for a relaxing afternoon crafting with friends! This month, we will be doing diamond painting. All skill levels are welcome and no experience is required. 

No registration is required.

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing afternoon crafting with friends! This month, we will be doing diamond painting. All skill levels are welcome and no experience is required. 

No registration is required.

A FusionEdge laser cutter

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

Thursday, May 15, 2025 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 engraving metal on the fiber laser cutter and engraving/cutting wood and other materials on the C02 laser cutter.

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.

Three dice and a pencil lay on a D&D character sheet

Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, May 15, 2025 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: 15

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.

Coffee and a book

Silent Book Club

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
:

Connect with fellow book lovers at Unify Coffee Co.! Join us for some silent reading time and bookish conversation. Bring something to read, or choose something we've brought.

The library will provide coffee and light refreshments. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Connect with fellow book lovers at Unify Coffee Co.! Join us for some silent reading time and bookish conversation. Bring something to read, or choose something we've brought.

The library will provide coffee and light refreshments. 

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Zumba

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Exercise
Age Group:
Adults
:

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.

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.

Bandlab

GarageBand and Bandlab

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Recording Studio at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Learn the basic functions of audio recording and editing with GarageBand and Bandlab.  

Registration is required.

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

Learn the basic functions of audio recording and editing with GarageBand and Bandlab.  

Registration is required.

A person uses an ultraviolet printer

CS Small-Group: UV Printer & Adobe Photoshop

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Learn the basic functions of Adobe Photoshop Elements and printing on the UV printer. Bring a USB drive to save your design.  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn the basic functions of Adobe Photoshop Elements and printing on the UV printer. Bring a USB drive to save your design.  

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Live Music: MetroGnomes

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us for a free concert by The MetroGnomes! The MetroGnomes are a 19-piece big band based out of Lexington.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Join us for a free concert by The MetroGnomes! The MetroGnomes are a 19-piece big band based out of Lexington.

A 3D printer next to a PC display

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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. 

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

Prompt to Page Podcast logo

Prompt to Page Podcast

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
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 Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast players.

The SilverSneakers logo with an illustration of an abstract shoe

Silver Sneakers

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
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...

Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise
Required
Seats Remaining: 30

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.

An assortment of tools and jewelry projects

CS Small-Group: Jewelry Studio

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 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...

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

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.  If you have taken this class already, please join us at one of our Jewelry Skills Focus classes or visit the JCPL Creative Space page to learn about our new monthly FabLab program.

Registration is required.

The REFIT exercise class logo

Refit

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.

A person sits at a computer using editing software

Intro to the Recording Studio

Tuesday, May 20, 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.  

Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Recording Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

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

An assortment of tools and jewelry projects

Jewelry Studio Skills Focus: Finishes

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults
:

In the Jewelry Studio Skills Focus series, participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice specific skills. In this class, we will learn about various finishes.

Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

In the Jewelry Studio Skills Focus series, participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice specific skills. In this class, we will learn about various finishes.

A person uses an ultraviolet printer

CS Small-Group: UV Printer & CorelDRAW

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Computer Lab at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

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

Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

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

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Intro to Foraging

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
:

We will cover all the basics, safety, the gear, and some helpful tips, so that you will leave ready to forage your first five items. You will work through a free beginner guide and checklist and get hands-on experience!

Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

We will cover all the basics, safety, the gear, and some helpful tips, so that you will leave ready to forage your first five items. You will work through a free beginner guide and checklist and get hands-on experience!

A 3D printer next to a PC display

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

Thursday, May 22, 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. 

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

A camera recording video footage of a person

Video Recording Basics

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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 an SD card to save your project.

Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

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

Adobe Premiere Elements

Adobe Premiere Elements

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Learn basic video editing techniques, including how to create backgrounds, titles, and transitions using Adobe Premiere Elements software. Bring a USB drive to save your project. 

Registration is required.

Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn basic video editing techniques, including how to create backgrounds, titles, and transitions using Adobe Premiere Elements software. Bring a USB drive to save your project. 

Registration is required.

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore

The library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. 

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

The library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. 

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Walk Around Kentucky

All Day 6/2 - 7/20
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Exercise, Ongoing, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
:

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.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
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.