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Winter Books & Bites Bingo

01/01/2026 @ 9:30am–03/31/2026 @ 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Books & Authors, Ongoing
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.

Kentucky Career Center

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Lifelong Learning
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Davis Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Event Details:

Meet one-on-one with a representative from the Kentucky Career Center for career counseling and job search assistance. 

No registration is required.

Silver Sneakers

2:00pm–2:45pm
Adults
Health & Exercise
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.

Refit

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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.

Kentucky Kynect

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Lifelong Learning
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Davis Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Event Details:

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. 

Intro to the Recording Studio

6:15pm–7:15pm
Teens, Adults
Computers & Creative Space
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 about the equipment and software available in JCPL's Recording Studio and the policies and procedures required to use the space.  

CS Small-Group: Carvey CNC Router

2:15pm–3:15pm
Teens, Adults
Computers & Creative Space
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 Easel software and carving on the CNC machine:  Carvey.

CS Small-Group: Carvey CNC Routers

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Computers & Creative Space
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 Carbide Create software and carving on the CNC machine: Carvey.

Intro to Crochet (Session #1)

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this introduction to crochet, you will learn about the essential tools needed to start any project. You will also learn foundational stitches, including chains, slip stitches, and single stitches.

Intro to Crochet (Session #2)

4:30pm–5:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this introduction to crochet, you will learn about the essential tools needed to start any project. You will also learn foundational stitches, including chains, slip stitches, and single stitches.

Yoga

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Health & Exercise
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.

Books & Bites Podcast

9:30am–10:00am
Adults
Books & Authors
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: 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.

Intro to the Recording Studio

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Computers & Creative Space
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 about the equipment and software available in JCPL's Recording Studio and the policies and procedures required to use the space.  

CS Small-Group: Shapeoko CNC Router

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Computers & Creative Space
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 machine: Shapeoko.

Silver Sneakers

2:00pm–2:45pm
Adults
Health & Exercise
Open
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.

Laser Cutter: Skills Focus

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Computers & Creative Space
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 engrave on gold and silver coins.

Cooking Corner

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Home & Gardening
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Gardening
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive cooking demo with our Jessamine County Family Consumer Science Agent, Sara Haag! This month, we will be learning how to build a better smoothie as we all focus on new years resolutions and healthy eating.

Refit

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Computers & Creative Space
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. 

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Computers & Creative Space
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.

Cozy Yarn

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: By the Fireplace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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. 

CS Small-Group: 3D Printers

6:15pm–7:15pm
Teens, Adults
Computers & Creative Space
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. 

Intro to Vinyl Printing/Cutting

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required

Learn the basic functions of creating contour cut lines and exporting PDFs to print on the vinyl printer/cutter.  The Roland Vinyl Printer/Cutter can print vinyl stickers, heat press transfer, photo paper, and banners.

Registration is required. 

Intermediate Crochet (Session #1)

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to crochet a simple granny square, perfect for creating projects like blankets, bags, wraps, and more!