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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.

Family Book Club: Life According to Og the Frog

All Day 1/20–3/13
Children
Books & Authors, Lifelong Learning, Ongoing
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Books & Authors, Lifelong Learning, Ongoing
Event Details:

Share the love of reading with the whole family! Families of all ages are invited to join the JCPL Family Book Club and read aloud together in the comfort of their own homes.

Prom Closet

All Day 2/1–3/17
Teens
Ongoing
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Customer Service Desk
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Ongoing
Event Details:

Help teens shine at Prom! Donate gently used or new formal wear and accessories to our Prom Closet from Feb. 1 – Mar. 17. Items accepted include dresses, suits, shoes, ties, jewelry, new socks, and more.

Read & Play Saturday

10:30am–11:15am
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:

Kick off your weekend with an active, fun-filled storytime designed for kids ages 0–5 and their families! Join us for 25-30 minutes of engaging stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Afterwards, enjoy 15 minutes of free play.

Closed for Presidents' Day

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

The library will be closed in observance of Presidents' Day. 

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

CS Small Group: Jewelry Studio

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

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 Creative Space Class is the prerequisite for the class.  If you have taken this class already, please join us at one of our Jewelry Skills Focus classes or visit the JCPL Creative Space page to learn about our new monthly FabLab program.

Registration is required.

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.

Refit

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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.

Prompt to Page Podcast

12:00pm–12:30pm
Adults
Books & Authors
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors

A JCPL librarian interviews published writers about their favorite writing prompts. These exercises can help inspire, focus, and improve your creative writing. 

Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, a novelist, essayist, or poet, you’ll find motivation to keep writing. 

A partnership with the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning.

This audio program will be available to download on the Prompt to Page webpage or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast players.

Friendship Games: Party Night for Teens

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Games & Activities, Lifelong Learning
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Lifelong Learning
Event Details:

In celebration of the Olympics, join us for an evening of Friendship Games for teens!

AARP Tax-Aide

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

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

Preschool Storytime: Bilingual (English/Spanish)

10:30am–11:15am
Children
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Children
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.

CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters

1:00pm–2:30pm
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.

Long-Arm: Skills Focused-Pantograph

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of pantograph sewing/quilting. Participants must have some experience and familiarity with sewing machines. The CS Small-Group Long-Arm Quilting Machine class is the prerequisite for the class. 

CorelDRAW Basics

1:00pm–2:30pm
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
Event Details:

Learn the basics of CorelDRAW software.

Registration is required.

Crafternoon: Suncatcher

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
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 making imitation stained glass to hang as a suncatcher in your window. All skill levels are welcome and no experience is required. 

Friendship Games: Minute to Win It

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Games & Activities
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

In celebration of the Winter Olympics, join us for one of our Friendship Games! Grab a pal or come meet a new friend here at JCPL and drop by for some fast-paced challenges.

SLAM Writing Event for Teens

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Books & Authors, Lifelong Learning
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Davis Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love writing, creating characters, and drafting scripts?  This group will help you explore those interests with your fellow writers! 

Registration is required. 

Dungeons & Dragons

6:00pm–8:15pm
Adults
Games & Activities
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required

Join us for an opportunity to learn about and play Dungeons & Dragons, the classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game! No prior experience is required. 

Registration is recommended.

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.

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.

CS Small-Group: Long-Arm Quilting Machine

11:00am–2:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Creative Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

United Way Tax-Aide

4:00pm–6:30pm
Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Davis Conference Room
Event Details:

Get your taxes done for free at the library!