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Arts Walk

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Online
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Join us for an inspiring showcase of artistic talent. This event is a unique opportunity to admire the creativity and skills of Jessamine County Arts students with pieces displayed outdoors along the Arts Walk.

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
A crocheted granny square with a crochet needle and yarn

Crochet: Granny Squares

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

In this class you will learn a classic crochet motif known as a granny square. We will use clusters of double crochets to work from the center round to the outward square.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
Giraffe and jellyfish paintings on easels

Rated E for Elementary: Animals on Canvas

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Calling all elementary schoolers! Join us each month for Rated E for Elementary, where a new, exciting activity awaits you and your family. This program is geared toward elementary students in 1st through 5th grade. 

Full
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Long-Arm Quilting Machine

Long-Arm Quilting Machine Basics

Friday, May 1, 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
This event is in the "Children" group
Person painting three tiny horse figurines

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 "Adults" group
Long-Arm Quilting Machine

Long-Arm Quilting Machine Basics

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
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.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Stack of colorful yarn skeins

Cozy Yarn

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
By the Fireplace at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Close up of hands writing a letter

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 Basics

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Jewelry Studio Basics:

Learn basic jewelry-making techniques, including sawing, filing, soldering, and polishing. In this class, you will complete a simple project. The online Intro to the Crea...

Open
Registration Required
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
Long-Arm Quilting Machine

Long-Arm: Skills Focus

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the basics of pantograph sewing/quilting. Participants must have some experience and familiarity with sewing machines.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Wall hanging made of ribbons

Crafternoon: Wall Hangings

Thursday, May 21, 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 making wall hangings out of colorful ribbons and yarn. All skill levels are welcome and no experience is 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 "Teens" group
Tie Dye Image

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 "Children" group
Children making art with paper, scissors, and colored pencils

Pre-K Art Explorers

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

Preschoolers and their grown-ups are invited to join us for a fun afternoon of arts & crafts!

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 "Adults" group
A stack of colorful yarn skeins

Cozy Yarn

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
By the Fireplace at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Pastel artwork of a barn

Meet the Artists: Layering in Pastels

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Gallery at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Stop by to meet this month's gallery artists! Take a walk through the gallery to view the beautiful array of pastel artwork in the show "Layering in Pastels" and take the opportunity to chat with the artists.

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

Jewelry Studio Basics

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Jewelry Studio Basics:

Learn basic jewelry-making techniques, including sawing, filing, soldering, and polishing. In this class, you will complete a simple project. The online Intro to the Crea...

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Long-Arm Quilting Machine

Long-Arm: Skills Focus

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Creative Space at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Age Group:
Adults

Continue learning sewing/quilting using the tablet. Participants must have some experience and familiarity with sewing machines.

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

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 3/4 at Jessamine County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
A leather pouch with a needle and thread

Crafternoon: Leather Pouches

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6 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 making miniature leather pouches. All skill levels are welcome and no experience is required. 

No registration is required.