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Join us for the Grand Opening of our Makerspace on Wednesday, September 2, from 2–6 PM!
Storytimes are taking a break. Storytimes will return on August 17th
Weekly Adult Programs
Gentle Yoga on the Mat
Grab your yoga gear and head to the Scott County Public Library for a mindful practice on the mat. This yoga flow centers on gently building strength, flexibility, and balance as we practice a moving meditation. It is aimed for beginners, but those familiar with yoga are welcome to attend as well.
Wednesday, 8/19 @ 10 am (Room C)
Creative Kids
Creative Kids: Arts and Crafts --DROP IN after school between 3:30 - 4:30 for a quick, fun afternoon craft with Ms. Yolanda. Recommended ages 5-9 years. FREE! No Registration required.
Every Wednesday From 3:30-4:30 pm (Children's Activity Room)
Discover! Dinosaurs
Discover! Dinosaurs: Join Julia and Yolanda to learn more about these prehistoric creatures, as well as make a small craft. Please register.
Thursday, 8/20 @ 2 pm (Room C)
Tween RPGs (Ages 8-12y) **NEW TIME!
TWEEN RPGs has TWO time slots now- Choose ONE to attend, only.
Tweens (ages 8-12) are invited to join library staff as they lead a one-shot Role-Playing Game adventure in a fantasy world. First time players and experienced players are both welcome! Please register for one time slot.
Thursday, 8/20 @ 2 pm & 6 pm (Children's Activity room)
Love Story Society: A Romance Book Club
Calling all romance lovers! We invite you to join us as we discuss some modern and diverse romantic reads. This time is a safe space and judgement-free zone for all readers. For the month of August, we will be reading books by Tessa Bailey. Books by this author include Fangirl Down, It Happened One Summer, Unfortunately Yours, Too Hot to Handle, or The Au Pair Affair. Pick any book by this author!
Thursday, 8/20 @ 6 pm (Room F)
Gratz Park: The Heart of Historic Lexington
Join Jeremy D. Popkin, the William T. Bryan Chair Professor of History (emeritus) from the University of Kentucky, and photographer Bob Willcutt as they tell the story of Lexington’s oldest historical district from its earliest days to the present.
This program is in partnership with the Scott County Historical Society and will serve as their monthly meeting.
Thursday, 8/20 @ 6 pm (Room C)
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