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American Songs & Carols

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/3/4/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Audrey Johnson from Of Thee I Sing to discover how America has been shaping the world culture of Christmas since the 1800s - with plenty of chances to join in the singing! Thi...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/3/4/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Join Audrey Johnson from Of Thee I Sing to discover how America has been shaping the world culture of Christmas since the 1800s - with plenty of chances to join in the singing!

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

CS Small-Group: CNC Routers

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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: 2
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Silver Sneakers

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
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...

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: 9

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 "Adults" group.

Jewelry Studio: Special Projects

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

To join us for this special project session, you must have already taken the "CS Small Group: Jewelry Studio" class. Bring your ideas and plans for handmade holiday gifts and an in...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

To join us for this special project session, you must have already taken the "CS Small Group: Jewelry Studio" class. Bring your ideas and plans for handmade holiday gifts and an instructor will help you make them.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Refit

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 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.

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

Holiday Ornaments

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Ready to get in the holiday spirit? Come make several different kinds of ornaments, including paint pouring cutouts, pinecone owls, sequin orbs, and more! This is a great opportuni...

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

Ready to get in the holiday spirit? Come make several different kinds of ornaments, including paint pouring cutouts, pinecone owls, sequin orbs, and more!

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

Intro to the Recording Studio

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Recording Studio at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

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

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.

SLAM Writing Club for Teens

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Davis Conference Room at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens
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. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Davis Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors, Lifelong Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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. 

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

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of 3D printing using Prusa and Cura slicing software. The online Intro to the Creative Space Class is the prerequisite for the class. Registration i...

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cozy Yarn

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
By the Fireplace at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come knit or crochet with us! Bring your own project and come relax by the library fireplace with friends. If you are a beginner and would like to learn to knit, please register an...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: By the Fireplace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come knit or crochet with us! Bring your own project and come relax by the library fireplace with friends. If you are a beginner and would like to learn to knit, please register and supplies and instruction will be provided for you. 

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

Books & Bites Book Club

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Davis Conference Room at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Books and Bites Book Club:

Connect with other book lovers in our no-pressure, read-what-you-want book club! Chat about what you're reading and get book recommendations from JCPL librarians. Can't make i...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Davis Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors

Connect with other book lovers in our no-pressure, read-what-you-want book club! Chat about what you're reading and get book recommendations from JCPL librarians. 

Can't make it? Listen to our Books & Bites Podcast at https://www.jesspublib.org/books-bites. Also available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, and other podcast players.

No registration is required.

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

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of 3D printing using Prusa and Cura slicing software. The online Intro to the Creative Space Class is the prerequisite for the class. Registration i...

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

CommuniTREE Ornaments for Kids

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Get ready for winter break with an early holiday celebration at the library! Warm up with a cup of cocoa from our hot cocoa bar as we create unique holiday ornaments using mixed ma...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get ready for winter break with an early holiday celebration at the library! Warm up with a cup of cocoa from our hot cocoa bar as we create unique holiday ornaments using mixed materials. Make, take, and donate!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafternoon: Winter Scenes

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing afternoon crafting with friends! This month, we will be making miniature winter scenes that can be turned into ornaments. This is an opportunity to make an o...

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 making miniature winter scenes that can be turned into ornaments. This is an opportunity to make an ornament to donate to our communiTREE here at JCPL too!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

De-Stress Night & Hot Cocoa Bar for Teens

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Come de-stress after a long school day. Relax, listen to music, or make an easy craft. Enjoy cookies and a "hot cocoa bar" while you decorate your own mug. No registration is ...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Come de-stress after a long school day. Relax, listen to music, or make an easy craft. Enjoy cookies and a "hot cocoa bar" while you decorate your own mug. 

No registration is required.  

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

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

Thursday, December 12, 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: 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.

Pound

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Exercise
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

POUND is a cardio jam-session designed to release the rockstar within us all while promoting total-body fitness. Instead of listening to the music, you become the music in thi...

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

POUND is a cardio jam-session designed to release the rockstar within us all while promoting total-body fitness.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Long-Arm: Skills Focused-Pantograph

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of pantograph sewing/quilting. Participants must have some experience and familiarity with sewing machines. The "CS Small-Group Long-Arm Quilting Machine" class is...

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:

Learn the basics of pantograph sewing/quilting. Participants must have some experience and familiarity with sewing machines. The "CS Small-Group Long-Arm Quilting Machine" class is the prerequisite for this session. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Artisan Fair

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/3/4/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of local talent and craftsmanship at our second annual Artisan Fair. This year, we’re excited to bring together a diverse group of local artists, each dem...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/3/4/5/6
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of local talent and craftsmanship at our second annual Artisan Fair.

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

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

Sunday, December 15, 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: 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.

Prompt to Page Podcast

Monday, December 16, 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.

JCPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Boardroom at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Event Details:

The JCPL Board of Trustees Meeting will take place in the Boardroom at the Jessamine County Public Library.Board meetings are tentatively scheduled for the third Wednesday of each ...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

The JCPL Board of Trustees Meeting will take place in the Boardroom at the Jessamine County Public Library.

Community Holiday Dinner

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room 1/2/3/4/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Event Details:

Enjoy a little gift from JCPL and JCHC (Jessamine County Homeless Coalition). Stop in and pick up a holiday meal to go and a take-and-make ornament craft bag. If you have some time...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/3/4/5/6
Event Details:

Enjoy a little gift from JCPL and JCHC (Jessamine County Homeless Coalition). Stop in and pick up a holiday meal to go and a take-and-make ornament craft bag. If you have some time, stay a while!

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.