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All Day
This event is in the "Children" group

Family Book Club Pre-read/Re-read

All Day 8/18–9/19
Children
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Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Books & Authors, Lifelong Learning, Ongoing
Event Details:

Get Ready for This Fall’s Family Book Club!

Closing

Closed for Labor Day

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

The library will be closed in observance of Labor Day. 

9 am
This event is in the "Adults" group

Books & Bites Podcast

9:30am–10:00am
Adults
Virtual Event
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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 PodcastsSpotify, and other podcast players.

10 am
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Mother Goose Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Babies and Toddlers
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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 "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Children
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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 "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Jump & Jive

10:30am–11:00am
Babies and Toddlers, Children
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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.

11 am
This event is in the "Adults" group
Cancelled

Refit

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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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 "Adults" group

CS Small-Group: Long-Arm Quilting Machine

11:00am–2:30pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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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.

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

Intro to the Recording Studio

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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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.  

12 pm
1 pm
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Community Care Fair

1:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages
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Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Lifelong Learning, Other
Event Details:

You are part of a community that cares about you and your family!  Join us for an afternoon of fun, connection, free gifts, and valuable information provided by dozens of Jessamine County organizations. 

2 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Books & Bites Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Davis Conference Room
Age Group: 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.

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

CS Small-Group: Carvey CNC Router

2:15pm–3:15pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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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.

3 pm
4 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Your Story Your Superpower

4:30pm–5:30pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Davis Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Because the act of writing or telling a story or narrative is a natural human superpower, this three-lesson program examines the power of storytelling. Since the beginning of humankind, stories have taught us about life, ourselves, and others.

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

Video Recording Basics

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers & Creative Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn basic video filming techniques including how to use a tripod, lights, and green & blue screens. Bring an SD card to save your project.

5 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Vehicles 101: Preventative Maintenance

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a three-part series on vehicle maintenance and repair hosted by local expert, Chris Newton!

6 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Puzzle Showdown

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

Think you’ve got what it takes to crush a 350-piece jigsaw puzzle? Grab your crew (2–4 people) and race against other teams to see who can finish first! The fastest team will win Walmart gift cards.

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

CS Small-Group: Carvey CNC Routers

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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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.

This event is in the "Children" group

LEGO Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities, Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
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 "Teens" group

Intro to Crochet for Teens: Getting Started

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Jessamine County Public Library
Room: Davis Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
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. This is a beginner session.

7 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Yoga

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
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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.