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Kids Paint Derby Horses

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Children

Are you looking forward to the most exciting two minutes in sports? Get excited for the 2026 Kentucky Derby and join us to paint your very own derby horse! Each child will receive a Breyer Stablemate horse figurine to paint.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Horses racing on a track

Derby Day Celebration

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/3/4/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
All Ages

Get ready to don your fancy hat and join us for an unforgettable derby day celebration.

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Kentucky Career Center

Monday, May 4, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Kentucky Kynect

Tuesday, May 5, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Outsmarting Scammers

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Incidents of financial fraud are on the rise and are becoming increasingly harder to detect. While no one is immune, there are steps you can take to outsmart the scammers!

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
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Bluegrass Live Model Horse Show

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/3/4/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Come see this year's entries to the Bluegrass Live Model Horse Show. Spectating is come-and-go throughout the event (no registration required).

This event is in the "Teens" group
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Kitbashing for Teens

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens

Design and build a one‑of‑a‑kind sci‑fi miniature figure using the creative technique known as "kitbashing".

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group
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Learn & Go: Cards for Veterans

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Gallery at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
All Ages

Wilmore is celebrating Salute to Service this summer, and we get the chance to help out!

This event is in the "Adults" group
An assortment of tools and jewelry projects

Jewelry Studio: Skills Focus

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults

In the Jewelry Skills Focus series, you will have the opportunity to learn and practice specific skills. In this class, you will learn how to make two different types of hinges.

Open
Registration Required

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore

JCPl will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. 

Closing
This event is in the "Teens" group
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Tiny Art Competition for Teens

All Day 6/1 - 7/20
Main Library at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens

Get creative this summer with our Tiny Art Competition in the Teen Space! Teens in grades 6th–12th can pick up a tiny canvas and create a small‑but‑awesome piece of original art.

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Kentucky Career Center

Monday, June 1, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Kentucky Kynect

Tuesday, June 2, 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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
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DIY Tie Dye for Teens

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

Come tie-dye! We will provide all the supplies you need to make a brilliant, tie-dyed t-shirt to wear this summer.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
Tie Dye Image

DIY Tie Dye for Teens

Wednesday, June 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

Come tie-dye! We will provide all the supplies you need to make a brilliant, tie-dyed t-shirt to wear this summer.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
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Creating an Estate Plan

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults

It’s a topic people tend to put off or ignore, but one of the most important things you can do is develop a sound plan for your estate.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
Painted Bird House

Wood Camper Birdhouse Painting for Teens

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens

Design your dream ride—birdhouse edition! Paint and customize a mini caravan birdhouse using provided art supplies. Make it colorful, quirky, or totally classic. Add your own style, details, and personality to create a one-of-a-kind mini camper.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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Self-Defense Workshop: Part 1

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
JCPL+ Wilmore
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us at the Wilmore Municipal Center (in Assembly Hall right near JCPL+) for a self-defense workshop with local martial arts expert, Brian Chewning.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
popcorn and movie tickets

Movie & Popcorn Matinee

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens

Movie Time! Grab some popcorn and settle in for a movie matinee. We’ll be watching Avatar: Fire and Ash, enjoying a popcorn bar, and soaking up cozy vibes.

This event is in the "Teens" group
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Bracelet Jewelry Making Teen Event

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens

Design your own custom bracelet with a professional artist! Get creative and make a bracelet that’s totally your style. Two identical sessions available—please register for only one.

Registration is required.

Upcoming
Registration Required

Closed for Juneteenth

All Day
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore

JCPL will be closed for Juneteenth. 

Closing
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Juneteenth Flag

Juneteenth Celebration

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate Juneteenth, Freedom Day, in style! Enjoy electrifying performances by DJ Mike, M'Power Rhythm, and The Sensations.

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
An assortment of tools and jewelry projects

Jewelry Studio: Skills Focus

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Adults

In the Jewelry Skills Focus series, you will have the opportunity to learn and practice specific skills. In this class, you will learn how to use the rolling mill.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
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Needle Felted Fantasy Butterflies for Teens

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Teens

Join us to create a colorful 2D butterfly using needle felting! Participants will learn basic needle‑felting techniques while crafting their own felted butterfly to take home.

Registration is required.

Upcoming
Registration Required