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Closed for Easter

All Day
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore

The library will be closed in observance of Easter. 

Closing
Branches:
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Easter. 

Baby farm animals

Animal Academy: Farm Day

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Children
Animal Academy:

Are you an animal lover? Do you enjoy learning interesting facts about animals and seeing them up close and in person? Join us for an interactive, hands-on opportunity to meet and ...

Event Details:

Join us at the Jessamine County Fairgrounds and experience farm life firsthand. Learn about animals that are raised right here in our community and the important roles they play in...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science & Nature
Event Details:

Are you an animal lover? Do you enjoy learning interesting facts about animals and seeing them up close and in person? Join us for an interactive, hands-on opportunity to meet and learn about all kinds of animals—from species you can find in your own backyard to those found around the world—in ways you never have before.

This program is geared towards elementary-aged children and their parents/caregivers.

 

Join us at the Jessamine County Fairgrounds and experience farm life firsthand. Learn about animals that are raised right here in our community and the important roles they play in our lives.

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Learn & Go: Arbor Day

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Gallery at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Stop by to learn about Arbor Day and our trees here in Jessamine County! Come for some fun activities and take home a free tree sapling to plant (while supplies last). No regi...

Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Science & Nature
Event Details:

Stop by to learn about Arbor Day and our trees here in Jessamine County! Come for some fun activities and take home a free tree sapling to plant (while supplies last). 

No registration is required.

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Intro to Foraging

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We will cover all the basics, safety, the gear, and some helpful tips, so that you will leave ready to forage your first five items. You will work through a free beginner guide and...

Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

We will cover all the basics, safety, the gear, and some helpful tips, so that you will leave ready to forage your first five items. You will work through a free beginner guide and checklist and get hands-on experience!

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore

The library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. 

Closing
Branches:
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. 

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Walk Around Kentucky

All Day 6/2 - 7/20
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Exercise, Ongoing, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Meet new people and get some exercise this summer with our Walk Around Kentucky program! Join us for group walks around Jessamine County, whether you walk with friends and family o...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise, Ongoing, Science & Nature
Event Details:

Meet new people and get some exercise this summer with our Walk Around Kentucky program! Join us for group walks around Jessamine County, whether you walk with friends and family or walk on your own.

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Walk Around Kentucky: Riney B. Park

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Exercise, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Riney B. Park walking trail to meet new people, explore a beautiful location, and log miles for Walk Around Kentucky! We will meet at the Riney B. Park trail so you ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise, Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us at the Riney B. Park walking trail to meet new people, explore a beautiful location, and log miles for Walk Around Kentucky! We will meet at the Riney B. Park trail so you must have your own transportation to the site.

Three rabbits

Rabbit Cafe: An Experience for Teens

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Hop into the fun at our unique rabbit-themed cafe! Meet and interact with adorable, real-life bunnies, while crafting treats and toys for your fluffy new friends or your own belove...

Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Hop into the fun at our unique rabbit-themed cafe! Meet and interact with adorable, real-life bunnies, while crafting treats and toys for your fluffy new friends or your own beloved pets at home.

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Walk Around Kentucky: Camp Nelson

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Exercise, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a hike at Camp Nelson to meet new people, explore a beautiful location, and log miles for Walk Around Kentucky! We will meet at Camp Nelson so you must have your own tr...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise, Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us for a hike at Camp Nelson to meet new people, explore a beautiful location, and log miles for Walk Around Kentucky! We will meet at Camp Nelson so you must have your own transportation to the site.

Closed for Juneteenth

All Day
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore

The library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth. 

Closing
Branches:
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth. 

Closed for July 4th

All Day
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore

The library will be closed in observance of the July 4th holiday. 

Closing
Branches:
Jessamine County Public Library, JCPL+ Wilmore
Description:

The library will be closed in observance of the July 4th holiday. 

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Walk Around Kentucky: Centennial Park

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Exercise, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a hike at Centennial Park to meet new people, explore a beautiful location, and log miles for Walk Around Kentucky! We will meet at Centennial Park so you must have you...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise, Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us for a hike at Centennial Park to meet new people, explore a beautiful location, and log miles for Walk Around Kentucky! We will meet at Centennial Park so you must have your own transportation to the site.

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Walk Around Kentucky: Lake Mingo Park

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Exercise, Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a hike at Lake Mingo Park to meet new people, explore a beautiful location, and log miles for Walk Around Kentucky! We will meet at Lake Mingo Park so you must have you...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise, Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us for a hike at Lake Mingo Park to meet new people, explore a beautiful location, and log miles for Walk Around Kentucky! We will meet at Lake Mingo Park so you must have your own transportation to the site.