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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
01/01/2026 @ 9:30am–03/31/2026 @ 8:30pm
Teens,
Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan-Mar
2026
Winter Books & Bites Bingo
01/01/2026 @ 9:30am–03/31/2026 @ 8:30pm
Books & Authors,
Ongoing
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.
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Jan
19
2026
Mon
Closing
Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Branches:
Jessamine County Public Library,
JCPL+ Wilmore
Description:
JCPL will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan-Mar
2026
Family Book Club: Life According to Og the Frog
All Day
1/20–3/13
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.
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This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
Jan
20
2026
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
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Preschool Storytime: Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 3/4
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.
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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
Jan
23
2026
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
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.
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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
Jan
24
2026
Sat
Read & Play Saturday
10:30am–11:15am
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
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
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Prompt to Page Podcast
12:00pm–12:30pm
Books & Authors
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.
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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
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Shapeoko: Skills Focus
1:00pm–2:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Event Details:
Learn how to cut a wall clock on the Shapeoko CNC Machine.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Crafternoon: Winter Candleholder
2:00pm–3:00pm
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 decorating mason jars with "snow" to create a beautiful winter candleholder. All skill levels are welcome and no experience is required.
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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
Jan
24
2026
Sat
CS Small-Group: UV Printer & Adobe Photoshop
2:00pm–3:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Computer Lab
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Event Details:
Learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop Elements and printing on the UV printer. Bring a USB drive to save your design.
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Jan
21
2026
Wed
JCPL Board of Trustees Meeting
4:00pm–6:00pm
Board Meeting
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 3/4
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Event Details:
The JCPL Board of Trustees Meeting will take place in the Boardroom at the Jessamine County Public Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
21
2026
Wed
CS Small-Group: Long-Arm Quilting Machine
4:30pm–7:00pm
Arts & Crafts,
Computers & Creative Space
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Creative Space
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Computers & Creative Space
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.
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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
Jan
23
2026
Fri
CS Small-Group: 3D Printers
4:30pm–5:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
Event Details:
Learn the basics of 3D printing using Prusa and Cura slicing software.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
20
2026
Tue
Winter Snow Scene: A Palette Paint-Along for Teens
6:00pm–7:15pm
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
Event Details:
Join us for a cozy paint-along palette painting party and learn the art of palette painting. We'll be creating a beautiful winter scene.
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
Jan
20
2026
Tue
CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters
6:00pm–7:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
21
2026
Wed
Wild Card Wednesday: Family Movie Night
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 1/2/5/6
Event Details:
Expect the unexpected at Wild Card Wednesday—a surprise program for kids that spontaneously pops up with something new and exciting! This month, we're watching Dog Man!
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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
Jan
22
2026
Thu
CS Small-Group: Laser Cutters
6:00pm–7:30pm
Computers & Creative Space
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Creative Space
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Creative Space
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Polar Bear on Ice: Watercolor & Pen Art for Teens
6:00pm–7:30pm
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
Library Branch:
Jessamine County Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room 3/4
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Lifelong Learning
Event Details:
Unwind and get creative at our evening art session! Teens will explore watercolor painting and pen detailing to design a serene winter scene—a bear resting on a snowy bank surrounded by trees. No experience needed—just bring your imagination!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
22
2026
Thu
Yoga
7:00pm–8:00pm
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.
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