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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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Book Club: Life According to Og the Frog

All Day 1/20 - 3/13
Children's Library at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Lifelong Learning, Ongoing
Age Group:
Children

Share the love of reading with the whole family! Families of all ages are invited to join the JCPL Family Book Club and read aloud together in the comfort of their own homes.

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Books & Authors, Lifelong Learning, Ongoing
Event Details:

Share the love of reading with the whole family! Families of all ages are invited to join the JCPL Family Book Club and read aloud together in the comfort of their own homes.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Prom Closet

All Day 2/1 - 3/17
Customer Service Desk at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing
Age Group:
Teens

Help teens shine at Prom! Donate gently used or new formal wear and accessories to our Prom Closet from Feb. 1 – Mar. 17. Items accepted include dresses, suits, shoes, ties, jewelry, new socks, and more.

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Customer Service Desk
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Ongoing
Event Details:

Help teens shine at Prom! Donate gently used or new formal wear and accessories to our Prom Closet from Feb. 1 – Mar. 17. Items accepted include dresses, suits, shoes, ties, jewelry, new socks, and more.

AARP Tax-Aide

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 9:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2 at Jessamine County Public Library

Get help doing your taxes with the AARP Tax-Aide program. IRS-trained and certified volunteers are available to assist low-to-moderate income taxpayers, especially those 60 and older, prepare their tax returns and answer tax-related questions.

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

Get help doing your taxes with the AARP Tax-Aide program. IRS-trained and certified volunteers are available to assist low-to-moderate income taxpayers, especially those 60 and older, prepare their tax returns and answer tax-related questions.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Mother Goose Storytime

Monday, February 2, 2026 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 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.

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

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Kentucky Career Center

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Davis Conference Room at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults

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 "Adults" group

Silver Sneakers

Monday, February 2, 2026 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...

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

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

Chess for Teens

Monday, February 2, 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!

Open
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!

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Mother Goose Storytime

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 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 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.

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

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Refit

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 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

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Kentucky Kynect

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Davis Conference Room at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Need help enrolling in one of the programs available to individuals and businesses here in Kentucky? Come meet with a Kynector that can help with registration and questions related to Medicaid/KCHIP, KI-HIPP, and health insurance. 

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

Need help enrolling in one of the programs available to individuals and businesses here in Kentucky? Come meet with a Kynector that can help with registration and questions related to Medicaid/KCHIP, KI-HIPP, and health insurance. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Essential Oil Diffusers for Teens

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for a fun, hands‑on creative session where you’ll make your own heart‑shaped clay essential oil diffuser. These charming little pieces are perfect for gifting to friends, family, or teachers. 

💗 What we’ll do:

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:

Join us for a fun, hands‑on creative session where you’ll make your own heart‑shaped clay essential oil diffuser. These charming little pieces are perfect for gifting to friends, family, or teachers. 

💗 What we’ll do:

AARP Tax-Aide

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 9:30am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2 at Jessamine County Public Library

Get help doing your taxes with the AARP Tax-Aide program.

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

Get help doing your taxes with the AARP Tax-Aide program.

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children

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.

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

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.

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

CS Small-Group: Carvey CNC Router

Wednesday, February 4, 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.

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 Easel software and carving on the CNC machine: Carvey.

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

CS Small-Group: Carvey CNC Routers

Wednesday, February 4, 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.

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 Carbide Create software and carving on the CNC machine: Carvey.

This event is in the "Children" group

Friendship Games: LEGO Club

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Children

In celebration of the Winter Olympics, join us for one of our Friendship Games!

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

In celebration of the Winter Olympics, join us for one of our Friendship Games!

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

Intro to Vinyl Printing/Cutting

Thursday, February 5, 2026 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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Friendship Games: Puzzle Competition

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

In celebration of the Winter Olympics, join us for one of our Friendship Games! Grab some friends or come meet a new friend here at JCPL to create your team. Complete a 350-piece jigsaw puzzle with a team of 2-4 people.

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

In celebration of the Winter Olympics, join us for one of our Friendship Games! Grab some friends or come meet a new friend here at JCPL to create your team. Complete a 350-piece jigsaw puzzle with a team of 2-4 people.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Yoga

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Exercise
Age Group:
Adults

This class explores a combination of basic movements, postures, breathing techniques, and short meditations. It aims to increase your mental and physical strength as well as your flexibility and mobility.

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

This class explores a combination of basic movements, postures, breathing techniques, and short meditations. It aims to increase your mental and physical strength as well as your flexibility and mobility.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Books & Bites Podcast

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Online
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
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: 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Jump & Jive

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Children

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.

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

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 event is in the "Adults" group

CS Small-Group: Long-Arm Quilting Machine

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:30pm
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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
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.