Event List

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Easter

All Day
Bon Air, Crescent Hill, Fairdale, Highlands-Shelby Park, Iroquois, Jeffersontown, Library Computer Center, Main Library, Middletown, Newburg, Northeast Regional, Parkland, Portland, Shawnee, Shively, South Central Regional, Southwest Regional, St. Matthews, Western, Off Site
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Branches:
Bon Air, Crescent Hill, Fairdale, Highlands-Shelby Park, Iroquois, Jeffersontown, Library Computer Center, Main Library, Middletown, Newburg, Northeast Regional, Parkland, Portland, Shawnee, Shively, South Central Regional, Southwest Regional, St. Matthews, Western, Off Site
This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

STEM Storytime

Friday, April 17, 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 stories and play-based activities that encourage critical thinking and exploration. Ages 2-8.

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

Homeschoolers STEAM Storytime: Magnets

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Central Regional
Library Branch: South Central Regional
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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 "Adults" group

Adult Digital Art Studio: Lotte Reininger: Animation Trailblazer

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
South Central Regional
Library Branch: South Central Regional
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Arts & Crafts, Science & Technology
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Coding Dojo

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Western
Library Branch: Western
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Science & Technology
Event Details:

Learn the basics of coding in Python and create a simple text-based game or app. This program is best for those who are comfortable using computers, but no prior coding experience is necessary.

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

Homeschoolers STEAM Storytime: Measurement

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Central Regional
Library Branch: South Central Regional
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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.

Kentucky Derby Day

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

Homeschoolers STEAM Storytime: Electricity

Monday, May 4, 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

Kid's Club

Tuesday, May 5, 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 "Adults" group

Computer Basics

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Shawnee
Library Branch: Shawnee
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Job & Career, Science & Technology
Event Details:

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

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

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 "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

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

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.

Memorial Day

All Day
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
Closing
Branches:
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

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 "All Ages" group

Touch-a-Truck

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Newburg
Library Branch: Newburg
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Science & Technology
Event Details:

AMR: A Global Medical Response Solution presents Touch-a-Truck! Take an inside look of our ambulance. Our team of EMS professionals will answer your questions about what it takes to respond to emergencies in our community! All ages.

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

Kid Zone - Summer Reading Edition

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Fairdale
Library Branch: Fairdale
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & Technology
Event Details:

STEAM:  Let's Make Lava Lamps!

Drop in for an afternoon of activities at the Library, just for kids!  Snacks provided.  Ages 6-12.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Computer Basics

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Shawnee
Library Branch: Shawnee
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Learning, Job & Career, Science & Technology
Event Details:

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

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

Kid's Club

Tuesday, June 9, 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

Deep Sea Creature Crafts

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Newburg
Library Branch: Newburg
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & Technology
Event Details:

Make a giant squid from a plastic bottle and bubble wrap, and/or a pop-up anglerfish card with a lure that really glows in the dark. For ages 6-12.

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

Kid's Club

Tuesday, June 16, 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.