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Refit

Tuesday, November 12, 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 "Adults" group.

Candle Making

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Just in time for the upcoming holiday season, join us to make your own candle! You will be able to select the scent for your candle and decorate the candleholder, perfect for a gif...

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

Just in time for the upcoming holiday season, join us to make your own candle! You will be able to select the scent for your candle and decorate the candleholder, perfect for a gift or for your own home. 

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

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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 a prerequisite for the class. Registration is ...

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

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Winter Gardening

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Home & Gardening
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an evening with Steve Musen from the Jessamine County Extension Office talking about preparing your garden for winter and cold weather strategies for working in your ga...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Gardening
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Join us for an evening with Steve Musen from the Jessamine County Extension Office talking about preparing your garden for winter and cold weather strategies for working in your garden!

Registration is required.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Night for Teens

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Teens
Anime Night for Teens:

Spend an evening enjoying the art of Japanese anime! Cosplay is encouraged. We will provide a variety of anime art, crafts, and snacks. No registration is required.

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors

Spend an evening enjoying the art of Japanese anime! Cosplay is encouraged. We will provide a variety of anime art, crafts, and snacks. 

No registration is required.

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

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

Tuesday, November 12, 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...

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

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Age Group:
Children
Family Storytime:

This storytime is for families with children 0–5 years old.Spend quality time together as you enjoy stories, lap songs, fingerplays, singing, and dancing. Each session includes 25–...

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Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Children

This storytime is for families with children 0–5 years old.

Spend quality time together as you enjoy stories, lap songs, fingerplays, singing, and dancing. Each session includes 25–30 minutes of group interaction, plus time for you and your child to play, talk, and read together. We encourage participation in our group setting as we explore language and movement!

No registration is required. 

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

SLAM Writing Club for Teens

Tuesday, November 12, 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: 12
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. 

Driver's License Renewal Program

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2 at Jessamine County Public Library
Event Details:

Looking for a simple way to get a REAL ID Driver's License? At this pop-up program, Jessamine County residents can schedule a time to:- Upgrade to a REAL ID license- Request an 8-y...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2
Event Details:

Looking for a simple way to get a REAL ID Driver's License? At this pop-up program, Jessamine County residents can schedule a time to:

- Upgrade to a REAL ID license

- Request an 8-year license if due for a renewal

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Preschool Storytime:

Preschool Storytime is designed for families with children 3–5 years old. This program includes a 25–30-minute group time with outstanding stories, poetry, fingerplays, singing, an...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Preschool Storytime is designed for families with children 3–5 years old. This program includes a 25–30-minute group time with outstanding stories, poetry, fingerplays, singing, and dancing. After that, you and your child will interact with a story one-on-one. Finally, enjoy an additional 10–15 minutes of an age-appropriate art project, physical activity, or dramatic play.

No registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cozy Yarn

Wednesday, November 13, 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...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: By the Fireplace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
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, November 13, 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.

Intro to the Recording Studio

Wednesday, November 13, 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 "Children" group.

Art for Kids

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Art for Kids:

Paint, draw, sculpt, and more! Art for Kids gives children in kindergarten through 5th grade the opportunity to develop their artistic skills while learning about different te...

Event Details:

During the November Art for Kids program, we will create a Thanksgiving dinner sculpture using Model Magic clay.Registration is required.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Paint, draw, sculpt, and more! Art for Kids gives children in kindergarten through 5th grade the opportunity to develop their artistic skills while learning about different techniques, mediums, and artists. All supplies are provided.

 

During the November Art for Kids program, we will create a Thanksgiving dinner sculpture using Model Magic clay.

Registration is required.

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

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

Thursday, November 14, 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.

Pound

Thursday, November 14, 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Jump & Jive

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Children
Jump & Jive:

Join us as we sing and dance to your favorite storytime songs and rhymes! This high-energy program is geared toward kids 0–5 years of age. You and your child can have fun together ...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5/6
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes

Join us as we sing and dance to your favorite storytime songs and rhymes! This high-energy program is geared toward kids 0–5 years of age. You and your child can have fun together as you enjoy age-appropriate songs, rhymes, and fingerplays. This is a great time for your whole family to learn your child's favorite storytime rhymes and songs. 

No registration is required.

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

Filmora Basics

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Computer Lab at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

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

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

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

Registration is required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Literacy Bell

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Entering the wonderful world of reading is an accomplishment that deserves celebration!JCPL is proud to offer the Literacy Bell Program which applauds children who have read their ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Event Details:

Entering the wonderful world of reading is an accomplishment that deserves celebration!

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

Learn to Play: Wyrmspan

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Love dragons and board games? Come learn how to play Wyrmspan! In this adventure game, you will build a sanctuary for dragons and entice dragons to live there trying to earn favor ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Love dragons and board games? Come learn how to play Wyrmspan! In this adventure game, you will build a sanctuary for dragons and entice dragons to live there trying to earn favor with the Dragon Guild. No experience is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: Long-Arm Quilting Machine

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of machine quilting using a Q'nique 21 long-arm machine and Quilter's Creative Touch 5 Beginnings software. Participants must have some experience and familiarity ...

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:

Learn the basics of machine quilting using a Q'nique 21 long-arm machine and Quilter's Creative Touch 5 Beginnings software. Participants must have some experience and familiarity with sewing machines.

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

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

Sunday, November 17, 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 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: 1
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, November 18, 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group.

Mother Goose Storytime

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Mother Goose Storytime:

Mother Goose Storytime gives parents/caregivers and young children ages 0-2 time to enjoy books and reading together. Interaction between you and your child is encouraged through s...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes

Mother Goose Storytime gives parents/caregivers and young children ages 0-2 time to enjoy books and reading together. Interaction between you and your child is encouraged through stories, lap songs, and fingerplays.

No registration is required.