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TEST Crafternoon

Thursday, May 21, 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 21, 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

Summer Movie Hang Out

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Shawnee
Library Branch: Shawnee
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Event Details:

Cozy up with snacks and a fun summer flick at the Shawnee Library! Patrons can stop in to vote on the movie selection starting May 1. 

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

Pokémon Club

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Newburg
Library Branch: Newburg
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Pokémon fans between the ages of 5-12 meet the third Thursday of each month to play, trade cards, talk about your favorite Pokémon characters, and/or do a simple craft or other activity. Ages 5-12.

 

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

Chess Club

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Crescent Hill
Library Branch: Crescent Hill
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen, Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for an exploration of the game of Chess. We'll build knowledge together with a variety of resources and tons of casual play. Registration requested, contact noah.park@lfpl.org.

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

Family Art Night

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Iroquois
Library Branch: Iroquois
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy making art with your family!

Memorial Day

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Bon Air, Crescent Hill, Fairdale, Highlands-Shelby Park, Iroquois, Jeffersontown, Library Computer Center, Middletown, Newburg, Northeast Regional, Parkland, Portland, Shawnee, Shively, South Central Regional, Southwest Regional, St. Matthews, Western
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Bon Air, Crescent Hill, Fairdale, Highlands-Shelby Park, Iroquois, Jeffersontown, Library Computer Center, Middletown, Newburg, Northeast Regional, Parkland, Portland, Shawnee, Shively, South Central Regional, Southwest Regional, St. Matthews, Western
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Kid's Club

Tuesday, May 26, 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 26, 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

Little Artists

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Shively
Library Branch: Shively
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unleash the artist in you with our Little Artists program, where children will experiment with various styles and elements of art.

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 26, 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

Once Upon a Time Art Show

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Southwest Regional
Library Branch: Southwest Regional
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Our Kids ONLY Club is hosting an art show to celebrate the magic of stories. Whether you’re a fan of Elephant & Piggie or Dog Man, we want to see your favorite books come to life! How? It’s easy!

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 26, 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

TEST Crafternoon

Thursday, May 28, 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 28, 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

Shrinky Dinks

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shawnee
Library Branch: Shawnee
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come create custom shrinky dinks at the Shawnee Library! Supplies are provided. 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
This event is in the "Teen" group

¡Noche de Cine en Familia! (Family movie night): Encanto (2021)

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fairdale
Library Branch: Fairdale
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen
Event Details:

Únete a nosotros en la biblioteca para disfrutar en familia de una película en español con subtítulos en inglés. También habrán refrigerios y actividades temáticas.

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

Game Time

Monday, June 1, 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, June 1, 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

Norton Children's Prevention and Wellness: Snack & Play

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Jeffersontown
Library Branch: Jeffersontown
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Cooking & Gardening
Event Details:

Children will help to prepare and then eat a healthy snake while learning about nutrition and basic kitchen skills.  Followed by a fun and engaging activity.  Ages 4-11.

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

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
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 "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Good Karma: Kids Yoga

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Shively
Library Branch: Shively
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Filled with lots of laughter and learning, children practice fun and challenging yoga poses, partner and group poses, yoga games, breathing, and basic anatomy.

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

Kid's Club

Tuesday, June 2, 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, June 2, 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.