A storytime for developing pre-literacy skills and a love of reading through books, songs, movement and activities. Ages 0-24 months.

Foster a love of reading in your pre-schooler through this engaging Storytime! Join us for books, songs, movement, and art activities that encourage the development of early learning skills. Ages 3-5

Calling all boys who love to dance! Join male dancers from the Louisville Ballet along with the Louisville Ballet Community Engagement team as we explore boys and ballet.

Storytime is an opportunity for families to bond over shared stories and songs, as well as engaging in creative activities that reinforce a lifelong love of learning. Ages 0-6

Get fit while you sit! Chair Yoga brings the best of a yoga practice to everyone who requires or prefers the support of a chair. Gently increase flexibility and strength, improve balance, and relieve stress with the aid of a chair.

Bookclub for ages 6-11, ask at library for title

See live animals from Kentucky and learn about wildlife native to your state.  Ages 8 – 12.

Looking for a calm and quiet place to relax and hang out in the afternoon? Join us for Cozy Corner from 3-5 PM! 

Join us at the Teen Outpost for a relaxing and peaceful environment to focus on your cozy hobbies. Outpost Café provides a soothing ambiance, along with warm beverages and pastries for a delightful coffeehouse experience.

Enjoy teen space with the art cart and board games. Middle and high school students.

STEAM:  Let's Make Lava Lamps!

Drop in for an afternoon of activities at the Library, just for kids!  Snacks provided.  Ages 6-11

Calling all potential pranksters! Attendees will learn the dos and don’ts of planning a prank, and practice a few classic pranks. Recommended for ages 7 – 18

Working on a resume? Stop by Western to learn how to build resumes from scratch and learn job searching tips and techniques! This session will cover adjusting the language you use in your resume and how to best display your skills. 

Learn to play board games from our circulating collection or bring your own games that you would like to play with others. Ages 18+

Willie Carver Jr. is a public speaker, LGBTQ+ youth advocate, and Kentucky Teacher of the Year. He is the author of Gay Poems for Red States, an award-winning collection about growing up queer in Appalachia.

Storytime is an opportunity for families to bond over shared stories and songs, as well as engaging in creative activities that reinforce a lifelong love of learning.

Join us at the Shively Library to discuss The Line Becomes a River by Francisco Cantu. 

This non-traditional book group is for adults who love to read, but can never find the time!  We will have a period of quiet reading followed by a group reading and discussion. Books for reading and checkout will be provided.