Event List

Death doesn’t always bring out the best in people—especially when money’s on the line.

Learn basic computer skills like how to use a mouse, keyboard, and access the internet.

Adults and teens are welcome to use the Maker Lab during open hours. All patrons must have completed the online Maker 101 training and have a LFPL library card in good standing before using equipment.

Learn the basics of using the equipment available in the Pod Maker Area. Limit 10, email portlandpod@lfpl.org or call 502-574-1642 to register.

Spring is here and it’s time to grow, cook, and learn at the library! Join us and our community partners for this family-friendly event celebrating home gardening, native flowers and plants, healthy cooking, and sustainable agriculture.

Learn how to hand craft different card types throughout the year, making a card you can take (and give!). Materials provided. Space limited—email 20makerspace@lfpl.org to register.

Decorate your own jockey silk decoration to take home.

The German filmmaker Lotte Reininger created her first feature-length animated film “The Adventures of Prince Achmed” in 1926, a decade before Walt Disney’s “Snow White.” It was not her only trailblazing achievement.

Drop in and bring gently used puzzles (with all their pieces) to exchange.

Join Jefferson County Soil & Water Conservation District in a hands-on native plant landscape design workshop.

Class has reached capacity.  Registration is closed.

Drop by the Shively Library to learn anew creative skill and meet other craft enthusiasts. Every month focuses on a new project. Find your next favorite hobby!

Curious about the history of some of your favorite games (and some you’ve never played)? In the Video Game Discussion Group, you’ll get to play, discuss, and learn all about a specific game each month. 

Learn English with the Library. Participants will work on strengthening their conversation skills in a friendly and welcoming space.

Join our Chef In Residence to learn the ins and outs of gluten-free, allergen-free, and vegan baking. You will learn to make no-bake cookies, sugar cookies, and banana-chocolate-chip cookies.

*This Class is Full*

English Conversation Club allows English language learners to practice English with volunteers of native or near-native fluency.

This four-week educational workshop series is designed to strengthen community mental health through accessible, stigma-reducing programming.

Join us to try your hand at a new craft that can be completed in about an hour. Seasoned and non-crafters are welcome. Registration is required as space and supplies are limited. 

Adults register: 502-375-2051

This group will meet monthly on the fourth Tuesday of every month to discuss a new title. Selections will focus on books by LGBTQ+ authors or centered on LGBTQ+ characters and history.  Books are available to check out at the branch.

Love music? So do we! Join us on the last Tuesday of the month for our music listening nights where each month, we’ll spotlight a new theme—from ‘80s Pop to Heartbreak Hits to Movie Soundtracks and beyond. No musical expertise needed!

Adults and teens are welcome to use the Maker Lab during open hours.

Come join us for a casual night of board games at the Parkland Library!  A selection of games will be available. Participants are welcome to bring their own board games to share with others; please call 502-574-1832 for details.

Join us on the last Tuesday of the month for our adult book club. The book for March is North Woods by Daniel Mason. Registration required: charlie.ward@lfpl.org.