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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 "Children" group

Preschool Storytime: Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
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
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.

JCPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting

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

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

CS Small-Group: Long-Arm Quilting Machine

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 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.

Closed
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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Wild Card Wednesday: Family Movie Night

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Expect the unexpected at Wild Card Wednesday—a surprise program for kids that spontaneously pops up with something new and exciting!

This month, we're watching Dog Man!

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Expect the unexpected at Wild Card Wednesday—a surprise program for kids that spontaneously pops up with something new and exciting!

This month, we're watching Dog Man!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crafternoon: Winter Candleholder

Thursday, January 22, 2026 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 decorating mason jars with "snow" to create a beautiful winter candleholder. All skill levels are welcome and no experience 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 decorating mason jars with "snow" to create a beautiful winter candleholder. All skill levels are welcome and no experience is required. 

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

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

Thursday, January 22, 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 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 "Teens" group

Polar Bear on Ice: Watercolor & Pen Art for Teens

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens

Unwind and get creative at our evening art session! Teens will explore watercolor painting and pen detailing to design a serene winter scene—a bear resting on a snowy bank surrounded by trees. No experience needed—just bring your imagination!

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind and get creative at our evening art session! Teens will explore watercolor painting and pen detailing to design a serene winter scene—a bear resting on a snowy bank surrounded by trees. No experience needed—just bring your imagination!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Yoga

Thursday, January 22, 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Jump & Jive

Friday, January 23, 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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. 

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

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Read & Play Saturday

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Children

Kick off your weekend with an active, fun-filled storytime designed for kids ages 0–5 and their families! Join us for 25-30 minutes of engaging stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Afterwards, enjoy 15 minutes of free play.

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

Kick off your weekend with an active, fun-filled storytime designed for kids ages 0–5 and their families! Join us for 25-30 minutes of engaging stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Afterwards, enjoy 15 minutes of free play.

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

CS Small-Group: UV Printer & Adobe Photoshop

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Computer Lab at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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

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

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

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

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

Sunday, January 25, 2026 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. 

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

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Mother Goose Storytime

Monday, January 26, 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

Silver Sneakers

Monday, January 26, 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...

Waitlist
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
This event is in the "Adults" group

CS Small-Group: Shapeoko CNC Router

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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 machines: Shapeoko.

Waitlist
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 machines: Shapeoko.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Mother Goose Storytime

Tuesday, January 27, 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, January 27, 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

3D Printers: Skills Focus

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn how to print using multiple color filaments.

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 how to print using multiple color filaments.

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

Microphone Basics

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Recording Studio at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basic functions of microphone selection and setup. Bring an USB drive to save your project. Intro to the Recording Studio is the prerequisite for the class.

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

Learn the basic functions of microphone selection and setup. Bring an USB drive to save your project. Intro to the Recording Studio is the prerequisite for the class.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Pizza and Game Night for Teens

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens

Love games, pizza, and prizes? Join us for a fun night of games. Bring a friend or make some new ones. Refreshments will be served. Stop by anytime between 6:00 and 7:30 p.m.

No registration is required. 

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

Love games, pizza, and prizes? Join us for a fun night of games. Bring a friend or make some new ones. Refreshments will be served. Stop by anytime between 6:00 and 7:30 p.m.

No registration is required. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, January 28, 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.