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This event is in the "Teens" group.

Candle Making for Teens

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join us to make your own candle! You will be able to select the scent for your candle and decorate the candleholder, perfect for a gift or to add to your room decor. 

Registration is required. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

6:15pm - 7:15pm
Teens, Adults
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 engraving metal on the fiber laser cutter and engraving/cutting wood and other materials on the C02 laser cutter.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Pajama Hop

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Babies and Toddlers, Children
Storytimes
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

This storytime is for families with children from 0-5 years old.

AARP Tax-Aide

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

Get help doing your taxes with the AARP Tax-Aide program.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Children
Storytimes
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Preschool Storytime is designed for families with children 3–5 years old. This program includes a 25–30-minute group time with outstanding stories, poetry, fingerplays, singing, and dancing.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tai Chi

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults
Health & Exercise
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Exercise
Event Details:

Tai Chi for Health is an effective, gentle exercise for health and harmony of mind and body. It is easy to learn and encourages relaxation. Please wear comfortable clothing and flat-soled shoes.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: CNC Routers

2:15pm - 3:15pm
Teens, Adults
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: 4
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: CNC Routers

6:15pm - 7:15pm
Teens, Adults
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 Easel software and carving on the CNC machines: X-Carve & Carvey.

This event is in the "Children" group.

LEGO Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children
Games & Activities, Lifelong Learning
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Take on a building challenge or build from your imagination; the choice is yours! This program is for children in kindergarten through 5th grade and their parents/caregivers.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Money Matters: Building Credit & Managing Debt

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults
Lifelong Learning
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Ready to start off the new year being more savvy with your money? Join us for the second of three programs about taking control of your finances!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CorelDRAW Basics

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens, Adults
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: 20
Event Details:

Learn the basics of CorelDRAW software.

Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Zumba

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:

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Books & Bites Podcast

9:30am - 10:00am
Teens, Adults
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 PodcastsSpotify, and other podcast players.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Jump & Jive

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies and Toddlers, Children
Storytimes
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 5/6
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us as we sing and dance to your favorite storytime songs and rhymes! This high-energy program is geared toward kids 0–5 years of age. You and your child can have fun together as you enjoy age-appropriate songs, rhymes, and fingerplays.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: Long-Arm Quilting Machine

11:00am - 2:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Waitlist
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

CS Small-Group: CNC Routers

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults
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.

AARP Tax-Aide

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

Get help doing your taxes with the AARP Tax-Aide program.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.

Mother Goose Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Babies and Toddlers
Storytimes
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Mother Goose Storytime gives parents/caregivers and young children ages 0-2 time to enjoy books and reading together. Interaction between you and your child is encouraged through stories, lap songs, and fingerplays.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Silver Sneakers

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Adults
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: 27

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Gaming Tournament for Teens

5:30pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Games & Activities
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Teen Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Love to game? Join our gaming club! Hang out and test your skills with fellow gamers.

No registration is required. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Laser Cutter: Skills-Focused-Wooden Earrings

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Learn how to accessorize the wooden earrings at the jewelry station.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.

Mother Goose Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Babies and Toddlers
Storytimes
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Mother Goose Storytime gives parents/caregivers and young children ages 0-2 time to enjoy books and reading together. Interaction between you and your child is encouraged through stories, lap songs, and fingerplays.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Night for Teens

5:30pm - 6:45pm
Teens
Books & Authors
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 39

Spend an evening enjoying the art of Japanese anime! Cosplay is encouraged. We will provide a variety of anime art, crafts, and snacks. 

No registration is required.