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Family Storytime: Tea Party

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Southwest Regional
Library Branch: Southwest Regional
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning
Event Details:

Join us for storytime followed by a tea party and crafts!  Cookies and punch will be served from our Charlie Cart mobile kitchen. Fancy dress welcome!
Ages 3-12.
 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Kentucky Shakespeare: The Tempest: Two-Actor Tour

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Shively
Library Branch: Shively
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen, All Ages
Program Type: Performing Arts
Event Details:

"We are such stuff as dreams are made on" in our two-actor version of Shakespeare's comedy of magical mischief, exploring the power of empathy and forgiveness. Ages 5-14.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Homeschoolers STEAM Storytime: Fizzy Science

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Central Regional
Library Branch: South Central Regional
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Science & Technology
Event Details:

Homeschooling elementary aged kids and their families are invited to join us on Monday afternoons to explore stories, demonstrations, and activity stations centered on the week’s stupendous STEAM theme. Ages 5-11 and their families.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Game Time

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Western - Basement Meeting Room at Western
Library Branch: Western
Room: Western - Basement Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for our weekly game program featuring games like Mario Kart, Madden, 2K, Uno, and many more!

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Family Storytime

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Western - Basement Meeting Room at Western
Library Branch: Western
Room: Western - Basement Meeting Room
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning
Event Details:

Join us for our weekly family storytime at the Western Library!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Kid's Club

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands-Shelby Park
Library Branch: Highlands-Shelby Park
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Performing Arts, Science & Technology
Event Details:

Drop in every Tuesday between 3:00 and 5:00 PM for some afternoon fun. Please note that the last half hour of the program will include time to wrap up our activity and clean up. Perfect for grades K-6 and families.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Kids Craft Time

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Western - Basement Meeting Room at Western
Library Branch: Western
Room: Western - Basement Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy a weekly kids only craft time, socialize after school and make something fun to keep! Materials provided.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Shawnee Chess with the Best!

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Shawnee
Library Branch: Shawnee
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Learn, share strategies, and play the classic game of chess with players of all skill levels. Challenge your local librarian for bragging rights as we get better together!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chess Club

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Shively
Library Branch: Shively
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Learn and play chess at the Shively Library.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Family Storytime

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Newburg
Library Branch: Newburg
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning
Event Details:

Support developing skills and make new friends through stories, songs, activities, and playtime! For children aged 0-8 and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

TEST Crafternoon

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Test Meeting Room at Library Computer Center
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library Computer Center
Room: Test Meeting Room
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon craft project. We'll complete a different project each week with options for more structured and unstructured crafts. Follow our gallery of kid-created library art on Pinterest. All supplies provided.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Cozy Corner

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands-Shelby Park
Library Branch: Highlands-Shelby Park
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

World Record Breakers

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shawnee
Library Branch: Shawnee
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to break a world record? Attendees are invited to try to break existing youth world records, and set new neighborhood records for a variety of challenges!  Recommended for ages 7 – 18 

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Little Explorers

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Newburg
Library Branch: Newburg
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Science & Technology, Storytime & Early Learning
Event Details:

Spark a sense of wonder and curiosity through play-based activities that encourage exploration and critical thinking. Ages 2-8.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

LEGO Club

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southwest Regional
Library Branch: Southwest Regional
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Build with the library’s collection of LEGOs, explore sensory bins, and enjoy a snack!
Ages 3-18.
 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Crafting with Mom: Painting a Flowerpot

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Fairdale
Library Branch: Fairdale
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy a fun, creative bonding experience as you and Mom decorate your own flowerpot together.  Choose a pot and paint it with your own designs.  All supplies provided.  Limited spots so registration is required.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Homeschoolers STEAM Storytime: Robots

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Central Regional
Library Branch: South Central Regional
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Science & Technology
Event Details:

Homeschooling elementary aged kids and their families are invited to join us on Monday afternoons to explore stories, demonstrations, and activity stations centered on the week’s stupendous STEAM theme. Ages 5-11 and their families.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Game Time

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Western - Basement Meeting Room at Western
Library Branch: Western
Room: Western - Basement Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for our weekly game program featuring games like Mario Kart, Madden, 2K, Uno, and many more!

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Family Storytime

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Western - Basement Meeting Room at Western
Library Branch: Western
Room: Western - Basement Meeting Room
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning
Event Details:

Join us for our weekly family storytime at the Western Library!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Kid's Club

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands-Shelby Park
Library Branch: Highlands-Shelby Park
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Performing Arts, Science & Technology
Event Details:

Drop in every Tuesday between 3:00 and 5:00 PM for some afternoon fun. Please note that the last half hour of the program will include time to wrap up our activity and clean up. Perfect for grades K-6 and families.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Kids Craft Time

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Western - Basement Meeting Room at Western
Library Branch: Western
Room: Western - Basement Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy a weekly kids only craft time, socialize after school and make something fun to keep! Materials provided.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Shawnee Chess with the Best!

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Shawnee
Library Branch: Shawnee
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Learn, share strategies, and play the classic game of chess with players of all skill levels. Challenge your local librarian for bragging rights as we get better together!

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Kentucky Opera Bravo Time presents Little Blue Truck

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Shawnee
Library Branch: Shawnee
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Storytime & Early Learning
Event Details:

This 30-minute storybook program for children in preschool through grade 2 and their caregivers fosters early literacy building blocks through the arts.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

WAGS: Read with a Dog

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Highlands-Shelby Park
Library Branch: Highlands-Shelby Park
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Event Details:

Come spend time and read with a therapy dog from WAGS- Wonderful Animals Giving Service. 

Ages 0-19.