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Jessamine County Arts Walk

All Day 4/23 - 5/31
Special Events
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Come to the Courthouse to see some beautiful artwork and hear some incredible music created by Jessamine County students. 

Driver's License Renewal Program

9:30am - 3:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2
Event Details:

Looking for a simple way to get a REAL ID Driver's License? At this pop-up program, Jessamine County residents can schedule a time to:

- Upgrade to a REAL ID license

- Request an 8-year license if due for a renewal

Cozy Yarn

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: By the Fireplace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come knit or crochet with us! Bring your own project and come relax by the library fireplace with friends.

No registration is required. 

Refit

10:00am - 11:00am
Health & Exercise
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 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.

Intro to Foraging

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Science & Nature
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Nature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 our free beginner guide and checklist and get hands on experience!

Zumba

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Health & Exercise
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise
Event Details:

Zumba brings people together to sweat it out; it’s perfect for everybody and every body! Effective and fun, come see why Zumba fitness is often called exercise in disguise.

Books & Bites Podcast

9:30am - 10:00am
Books & Authors
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Teens, 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 Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast players.

CS Small-Group: Long-Arm Quilting Machine

11:15am - 2:30pm
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn the basics of machine quilting using a Q'nique 21 long-arm machine and Quilter's Creative Touch 5 Beginnings software. Participants must have some experience and familiarity with sewing machines.

Bluegrass Live Model Horse Show

10:00am - 5:00pm
Performances
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

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

CS Small-Group: CNC Routers

11:00am - 12:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Learn the basic functions of Easel software and carving on the CNC machines: X-Carve & Carvey.

CorelDRAW Basics

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Learn the basics of CorelDRAW software.

Registration is required.

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

11:00am - 12:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

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

Silver Sneakers

2:15pm - 3:00pm
Health & Exercise
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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.

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

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

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

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

Driver's License Renewal Program

9:30am - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2
Event Details:

Looking for a simple way to get a REAL ID Driver's License? At this pop-up program, Jessamine County residents can schedule a time to:

- Upgrade to a REAL ID license

- Request an 8-year license if due for a renewal

JCPL Board of Trustees Meeting

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Board Meeting
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

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

Books & Bites Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Books & Authors
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Davis Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors

Connect with other book lovers in our no-pressure, read-what-you-want book club! Chat about what you're reading and get book recommendations from JCPL librarians. 

Can't make it? Listen to our Books & Bites Podcast at https://www.jesspublib.org/books-bites. Also available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, and other podcast players.

No registration is required.

Intro to the Recording Studio

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Recording Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Learn about the equipment and software available in JCPL's Recording Studio and the policies and procedures required to use the space.  

Refit

10:00am - 11:00am
Health & Exercise
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.

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

11:00am - 12:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

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

Crafternoon: Mini Bird Houses

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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 painting decorative bird houses. All skill levels are welcome and no experience is required. 

No registration is required.

Zumba

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Health & Exercise
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise
Event Details:

Zumba brings people together to sweat it out; it’s perfect for everybody and every body! Effective and fun, come see why Zumba fitness is often called exercise in disguise.

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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.