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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov-Dec
2024
Drop Your Drawers
All Day 11/1 - 12/30
Ongoing
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Customer Service Desk
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Ongoing
Event Details:
From November 1 through December 30, donate packages of new, unopened underwear for boys and girls (sizes 4-16) to help replenish Jessamine County Schools emergency supplies.
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9 am |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Prompt to Page Podcast
9:30am - 10:00am
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Books & Authors
A JCPL librarian interviews published writers about their favorite writing prompts—exercises that 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 ideas and advice to motivate you 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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
CS Small Group: Jewelry Studio
9:30am - 12:30pm
Arts & Crafts,
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Creative Space
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Jewelry Studio Skills Focus: Sawing
Open
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
In the Jewelry Studio Skills Focus series, participants will have the opportunity to practice specific skills. In this class, we will focus on the technique of sawing. We will create a holiday ornament. All materials will be provided.
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Mother Goose Storytime
10:30am - 11:15am
Storytimes
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes
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. No registration is required.
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This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Mother Goose Storytime
10:30am - 11:15am
Storytimes
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytimes
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. No registration is required.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Preschool Storytime: Bilingual (English/Spanish)
10:30am - 11:15am
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. After that, you and your child will interact with a story one-on-one. Finally, enjoy an additional 10–15 minutes of an age-appropriate art project, physical activity, or dramatic play. No registration is required.
Today's Preschool Storytime will have a bilingual emphasis and will include stories and songs in both English and Spanish.
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This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Babies and Toddlers,
Children
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Jump & Jive
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytimes
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 5/6
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
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 is a great time for your whole family to learn your child's favorite storytime rhymes and songs. No registration is required.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
23
2024
Sat
Pokemon Club
10:30am - 11:30am
Games & Activities
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Calling all trainers! Bring your Pokémon cards and join other enthusiasts to play, trade, and build your deck. This club is a great way to get together in a casual setting, make new friends, and trade cards. As a thank you for coming, each participant will receive a new pack of Pokémon cards. No registration is required.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
23
2024
Sat
Pokémon Trading Card Event for Teens
10:30am - 11:30am
Games & Activities
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Teen Library
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Event Details:
Join us for a meetup of Pokémon fans and trading card lovers. Show off your collection, go head-to-head with other players, or trade cards. Whether you’re a Pokémon master or just getting started, there will be something for everyone.
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Cancelled
Refit
11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
CS Small-Group: Long-Arm Quilting Machine
11:00am - 2:30pm
Arts & Crafts,
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Creative Space
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining:
5
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.
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12 pm |
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Silver Sneakers
1:00pm - 1:45pm
Health & Exercise
Open
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Exercise
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
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.
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2 pm |
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
17
2024
Sun
CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
CommuniTREE Ornaments: Melted Crayons
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Join us for a chance to make TWO ornaments: one for you and one for our communiTREE here at the library! We can't wait to have a holiday tree filled with ornaments made by our JCPL community.
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3 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
CorelDRAW: Holiday Ornaments
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Computer Lab
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining:
16
Event Details:
Design vinyl stickers for your wooden Christmas Ornaments using CorelDRAW software. You will make two ornaments, one to take home and one for the communiTREE. Registration is required.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
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.
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4 pm |
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5 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Make-and-Take: Foraging
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Science & Nature
Open
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 5/6
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Event Details:
Join our presenter from Bluegrass Ladies Sporting and learn how to make useful items using foraged materials. In this program we will be making several household items that you will be able to take home.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Gaming Tournament for Teens
5:30pm - 6:15pm
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.
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Nightmare before Christmas Movie and Pizza Night for Teens
6:00pm - 7:45pm
Books & Authors
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Event Details:
Join us for pizza and movie snacks while watching the Tim Burton film “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” No registration is required.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 3/4
This storytime is for families with children 0–5 years old. Spend quality time together as you enjoy stories, lap songs, fingerplays, singing, and dancing. Each session includes 25–30 minutes of group interaction, plus time for you and your child to play, talk, and read together. We encourage participation in our group setting as we explore language and movement! No registration is required.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Animal Academy: Dog Training
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Science & Nature
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Event Details:
Are you an animal lover? Do you enjoy learning interesting facts about animals and seeing them up close and in person? Join us for an interactive, hands-on opportunity to meet and learn about all kinds of animals—from species you can find in your own backyard to those found around the world—in ways you never have before. This program is geared towards elementary-aged children and their parents/caregivers.
Learn the importance of training for dogs and some of the amazing things they can be trained to do. Mandy Eakins from Manners Matter Kentucky will demonstrate some training techniques and give pointers on starting the training journey.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
CS Small-Group: 3D Printers
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Open
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Event Details:
Learn the basics of 3D printing using Prusa and Cura slicing software.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Dungeons & Dragons
6:00pm - 8:15pm
Games & Activities
Open
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
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.
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7 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Pound
7:00pm - 7:45pm
Health & Exercise
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Exercise
Event Details:
POUND is a cardio jam-session designed to release the rockstar within us all while promoting total-body fitness.
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