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Derby TeaFriday, May 1, 2015 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryFriday, May 1 Derby Tea (4:00 – 5:00) Wear a derby hat – the more elaborate the better – and join us for treats and tea (cold tea this time!). Space is limited; call to register! Prize for Best Hat!
Ancestral Trails Historical Society Friday, May 1, 2015 at 7:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryFriday, May 1 Ancestral Trails Historical Society (7:00) This group of history and genealogy enthusiasts is open to the public. Drop-ins welcome.
Tai Chi/Fitness Saturday, May 2, 2015 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibrarySaturdays in May Tai Chi/Fitness (10:00 – 11:30) Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!
Intro to Spanish Monday, May 4, 2015 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryMondays, May 4, 11 & 18 Intro to Spanish (5:00 – 6:00) This series of classes will introduce you to conversational Spanish in a fun and engaging way! Please sign up only if you are able to attend all classes.
Bard's Corner Writers GroupMonday, May 4, 2015 at 6:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryMondays, May 4 & 18 Bard’s Corner Writers Group (6:00) Come to share, learn, and be encouraged in your writing! All are welcome to this group.
Cafe Moms & DadsTuesday, May 5, 2015 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryCafe Moms & Dads Join other parents and babies for Community, Conversation, and Coffee! This informal parent group will immediately follow Baby and Me! Tuesdays 11:00 – 11:30
Lunch & Listen (Cancelled)Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at 12:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryTuesday, May 5 Lunch & Listen (12:00) Bring your lunch and join us as we listen to selections by Kentucky authors. Drinks & desserts are provided!
Youth Book Club-Grades K-2nd Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Club Grades K-2nd Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 Listen to stories and have an adventure based on each week's theme! May 5 meeting was cancelled.
Beginner’s Sewing--North BranchTuesday, May 5, 2015 at 5:00 PMLocation: North BranchBeginner’s Sewing – Megan Kinder (Fashion Design Teacher at North Hardin High School) will be taking over this class. The class will be scheduled 2-3 times per month. In May we will meet on Tuesdays, May 5, 12, and 26 from 5-6 pm. During the 1st class Megan will bring some of her student’s projects and get to know the class participants. Come meet Megan and learn to sew.
Yoga for KidsWednesday, May 6, 2015 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryYoga for Kids Jump into the world of literacy using movement and relaxation! Wednesday, May 6, 2015 11:00 - 12:00
Stamping Workshop Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryWednesday, May 6 Stamping Workshop (3:00 – 5:00) Come to this make-and-take notecard class – it’s free! Please call to register, limit 10.
Scrapbook Circle Thursday, May 7, 2015 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryThursday, May 7 Scrapbook Circle (10:00 – 12:00) Bring your project materials and work while enjoying the fellowship of other scrapbookers! Materials are not provided. Please call to register, but drop-ins are welcome!
Bridge ClubThursday, May 7, 2015 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryThursdays, May 7 & 21 Bridge Club (1:00 – 4:30) Join this thriving group of Bridge enthusiasts! All proficiency levels are welcome!
Quilting Class--North BranchThursday, May 7, 2015 at 2:00 PMLocation: North BranchQuilting Class- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, Thursday @ 2:00 pm- Enjoy the companionship and encouragement available with this group. Bring your scrap pieces of material. May 7, May 14, and May 21.
Birdwatching--North BranchThursday, May 7, 2015 at 5:00 PMLocation: North BranchBirdwatching- Thursday May 7, 5-5:30 pm. Discover the fun world of birdwatching. Lacy Thomas will join us to show us how we can participate in this wonderful pastime.
Smart Start Business Basics Thursday, May 7, 2015 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryThursday, May 7 Smart Start Business Basics (5:00) Are you considering starting your own small business but don’t know where to begin? You won’t want to miss out on this workshop.  From the how-tos of starting, feasibility and legal structure to licensing and permitting requirements, this class covers all the essentials to help you get started. Please register for this course via the UK Small Business Development Center’s website: www.ksbdc.org.
Build Your Own Bluebird House--North BranchThursday, May 7, 2015 at 5:30 PMLocation: North BranchBuild Your Own Bluebird House - Thursday May 7 after the birdwatching program. For all who are interested Lacy will also provide the materials for everyone to build a bluebird house. There is a $15 fee for the birdhouse and a limit of 15 participants (collected at the time of the program). Please call and reserve your place.
Alzheimer’s Association Friday, May 8, 2015 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryFriday, May 8 Alzheimer’s Association (10:00 - 12:00) This educational program is for anyone who knows someone or is caring for someone with Alzheimer’s at any stage. Registration required: call 1-800-272-3900
Beginning Genealogy SeminarFriday, May 8, 2015 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryFriday or Saturday, May 8 or 9 Beginning Genealogy Seminar (1:00 – 3:00) This is a seminar for complete beginners! Instructor Cynthia Vannausdall will facilitate your understanding of how to record your family stories, explain about primary versus secondary sources & how to determine the value of a source, and she’ll discuss the use of the United States Census in your research. Please call to register; space is limited. *Both days offer the same seminar; you only need to register for one!
Tai Chi/Fitness Saturday, May 9, 2015 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibrarySaturdays in May Tai Chi/Fitness (10:00 – 11:30) Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!
Stories and TailsSaturday, May 9, 2015 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryStories and Tails This program will allow children and families to read aloud to a therapy dog, which can improve reading and communication skills. Saturday, May 9, 2015 1:00-2:00
Beginning Genealogy SeminarSaturday, May 9, 2015 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryFriday or Saturday, May 8 or 9 Beginning Genealogy Seminar (1:00 – 3:00) This is a seminar for complete beginners! Instructor Cynthia Vannausdall will facilitate your understanding of how to record your family stories, explain about primary versus secondary sources & how to determine the value of a source, and she’ll discuss the use of the United States Census in your research. Please call to register; space is limited. *Both days offer the same seminar; you only need to register for one!
Crochet Circle Monday, May 11, 2015 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryMonday, May 11 Crochet Circle (10:00 – 12:00) Bring your project and enjoy the fellowship of others while you work!
M3-Murder, Mystery, Mayhem --North BranchMonday, May 11, 2015 at 12:00 PMLocation: North BranchM3-Murder, Mystery, Mayhem - Monday, May 11, 2015 @ 12:00 Noon. Pick up the latest mystery selection at the circulation desk. You must be a library member to check out books.
Intro to Spanish Monday, May 11, 2015 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryMondays, May 4, 11 & 18 Intro to Spanish (5:00 – 6:00) This series of classes will introduce you to conversational Spanish in a fun and engaging way! Please sign up only if you are able to attend all classes.
Cafe Moms & DadsTuesday, May 12, 2015 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryCafe Moms & Dads Join other parents and babies for Community, Conversation, and Coffee! This informal parent group will immediately follow Baby and Me! Tuesdays 11:00 – 11:30
Mystery Book Club Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryTuesday, May 12 Mystery Book Club (3:00 – 4:00) Pick up your copy of this month’s selection anytime before the meeting. All are welcome!
Youth Book Club-Grades K-2nd Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Club Grades K-2nd Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 Listen to stories and have an adventure based on each week's theme! May 5 meeting was cancelled.
Mr. Gatti’s Story NightTuesday, May 12, 2015 at 5:00 PMLocation: Mr. Gatti'sMr. Gatti’s Story Night Tuesday, May 12, 2015 5:00 -7:00 pm (come whenever!) Listen to stories and make a craft, while enjoying your pizza! *buffets must be purchased
Beginner’s Sewing--North BranchTuesday, May 12, 2015 at 5:00 PMLocation: North BranchBeginner’s Sewing – Megan Kinder (Fashion Design Teacher at North Hardin High School) will be taking over this class. The class will be scheduled 2-3 times per month. In May we will meet on Tuesdays, May 5, 12, and 26 from 5-6 pm. During the 1st class Megan will bring some of her student’s projects and get to know the class participants. Come meet Megan and learn to sew.
Bank On: Financial PlanningTuesday, May 12, 2015 at 5:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryTuesdays, May 12 & 19 Bank On: Financial Planning (5:30 – 7:00) This is an opportunity to receive free, professional training for developing and maintaining a budget, and learn strategies for getting your finances under control. Registration required for this 2-part workshop. Attendees of both workshops are entered in a gift card raffle. Pizza and drinks served!
Outdoor Finger PaintingWednesday, May 13, 2015 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryOutdoor Finger Painting Enjoy finger painting in the Children’s Garden ! Wednesday, May 13, 2015 11:00-12:00 *rain or shine, we will move inside if rainy!
Quilting Class--North BranchThursday, May 14, 2015 at 2:00 PMLocation: North BranchQuilting Class- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, Thursday @ 2:00 pm- Enjoy the companionship and encouragement available with this group. Bring your scrap pieces of material. May 7, May 14, and May 21.
Popcorn & a Movie Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryThursday, May 14 Popcorn & a Movie (5:00 – 7:00) Join us for this monthly movie time for adults! Call for this month’s title or to register, but drop-ins are welcome. Popcorn will be served!
Couponing--North BranchThursday, May 14, 2015 at 6:00 PMLocation: North BranchCouponing – Couponing is back Thursday May 14 at 6:00 pm. Bring your old coupons to swap. We can send old coupons to our military families overseas. Google US: KENTUCKYMUMZ see what you get! Call Melissa for questions at 270-801-8798.
Intro to Creative Writing Friday, May 15, 2015 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryFriday, May 15 Intro to Creative Writing (10:00) If you have a good idea, but don’t know where to start, this is the class for you! It combines teaching key elements of storytelling and basic techniques of narrative. Please call to register.
Bingo Friday, May 15, 2015 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryFriday, May 15 Bingo (3:00 – 4:00) Join us for this monthly game time for adults! Please call to register, but drop-ins will be welcome.
Teens only Anime ClubFriday, May 15, 2015 at 4:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryTeens only Anime Club Friday, May 15, 2015 4:30-5:30 Discuss anime, watch anime, learn about Japanese culture, and meet other teens. Snacks are provided
Tai Chi/Fitness Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibrarySaturdays in May Tai Chi/Fitness (10:00 – 11:30) Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!
Intro to Spanish Monday, May 18, 2015 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryMondays, May 4, 11 & 18 Intro to Spanish (5:00 – 6:00) This series of classes will introduce you to conversational Spanish in a fun and engaging way! Please sign up only if you are able to attend all classes.
Bard’s Corner Writers Group Monday, May 18, 2015 at 6:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryMondays, May 4 & 18 (6:00) Come to share, learn, and be encouraged in your writing! All are welcome to this group.
Learn to Crochet Monday, May 18, 2015 at 10:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryMonday, May 18 Learn to Crochet (10:00 - 11:30) This month’s session is informational only (will be repeated at both sessions). Instructor Martha Brooks will discuss how to find patterns, what types of yarn and hooks work best for different projects, and how to begin. You’re welcome to bring your yarn & hook if you’ve started on a project and would like assistance.
Cafe Moms & DadsTuesday, May 19, 2015 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryCafe Moms & Dads Join other parents and babies for Community, Conversation, and Coffee! This informal parent group will immediately follow Baby and Me! Tuesdays 11:00 – 11:30
Downloading Electronic Materials Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryTuesday, May 19 Downloading Electronic Materials (3:00 – 4:00) Attend this session to learn what’s available on Kentucky’s free downloading site, including eBooks and AudioBooks! The presenter will also answer questions regarding your specific devices as time allows. Please call to register; space is limited.
Youth Book Club-Grades K-2nd Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Club Grades K-2nd Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 Listen to stories and have an adventure based on each week's theme! May 5 meeting was cancelled.
Bank On: Financial PlanningTuesday, May 19, 2015 at 5:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryTuesdays, May 12 & 19 Bank On: Financial Planning (5:30 – 7:00) This is an opportunity to receive free, professional training for developing and maintaining a budget, and learn strategies for getting your finances under control. Registration required for this 2-part workshop. Attendees of both workshops are entered in a gift card raffle. Pizza and drinks served!
Family Game Night--North BranchTuesday, May 19, 2015 at 6:00 PMLocation: North BranchFamily Game Night Tuesday May 19, 6-7 pm. Come and join us for our first Family Game Night. Learn how to create and then play fun games with your family. No need to buy expensive board games. These games can be easily created out of common household items.
Kid’s Garden ClubWednesday, May 20, 2015 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryKid's Garden Club Plant bean seeds and play in the library's Children's Garden! Sponsored by the Elizabethtown Garden Club. Wednesday, May 20, 2015 11:00-12:00
Healthy RecipesThursday, May 21, 2015 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryThursday, May 21 Healthy Recipes (10:00 - 11:00) Join us to discover recipes for tasty, healthy foods! Registration required.
Bridge Club Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryThursdays, May 7 & 21 Bridge Club (1:00 – 4:30) Join this thriving group of Bridge enthusiasts! All proficiency levels are welcome!
Quilting Class--North BranchThursday, May 21, 2015 at 2:00 PMLocation: North BranchQuilting Class- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, Thursday @ 2:00 pm- Enjoy the companionship and encouragement available with this group. Bring your scrap pieces of material. May 7, May 14, and May 21.
Lego Night--North BranchThursday, May 21, 2015 at 5:00 PMLocation: North BranchLego Night! 5-6pm
Learn to CrochetThursday, May 21, 2015 at 6:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryThursday, May 21 Learn to Crochet (6:00 - 7:30) This month’s session is informational only (will be repeated at both sessions). Instructor Martha Brooks will discuss how to find patterns, what types of yarn and hooks work best for different projects, and how to begin. You’re welcome to bring your yarn & hook if you’ve started on a project and would like assistance.
Pamper Yourself: Essential Oils Friday, May 22, 2015 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryFriday, May 22 Pamper Yourself: Essential Oils (4:00) Learn how just a few oils can protect your home from germs, creepy crawlies, and a myriad of medical ailments! You’ll also make a jar of bath salts or hand scrub to take home for a bit of personal pampering. Registration required!
Tai Chi/Fitness Saturday, May 23, 2015 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibrarySaturdays in May Tai Chi/Fitness (10:00 – 11:30) Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!
Cafe Moms & DadsTuesday, May 26, 2015 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryCafe Moms & Dads Join other parents and babies for Community, Conversation, and Coffee! This informal parent group will immediately follow Baby and Me! Tuesdays 11:00 – 11:30
Youth Book Club-Grades K-2nd Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Club Grades K-2nd Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 Listen to stories and have an adventure based on each week's theme! May 5 meeting was cancelled.
Legos and Little Legos at the LibraryTuesday, May 26, 2015 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryLegos and Little Legos at the Library Tuesday, May 26, 2015 5:00 - 6:00 Small and large Legos and an optional theme are provided.
Beginner’s Sewing--North BranchTuesday, May 26, 2015 at 5:00 PMLocation: North Branch – Megan Kinder (Fashion Design Teacher at North Hardin High School) will be taking over this class. The class will be scheduled 2-3 times per month. In May we will meet on Tuesdays, May 5, 12, and 26 from 5-6 pm. During the 1st class Megan will bring some of her student’s projects and get to know the class participants. Come meet Megan and learn to sew.
Adult Acting Class Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 6:15 PMLocation: Main LibraryTuesday, May 26 Adult Acting Class (6:15 – 7:45) This is a fun workshop for beginners and experienced actors alike, involving improv and scene work. Anyone 16 and over is welcome to attend. Please call to register; space is limited.
Camping in the LibraryWednesday, May 27, 2015 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main Library
Camping in the Library Wednesday, May 27, 2015 11:00 - 12:00 Join us for a library “campout".
Stories, shadow puppets, and s'mores provided!
Friends of the Library Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 6:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryThursday, May 28 Friends of the Library (6:00 - 7:00) Anyone interested in supporting the library in various fundraising and publicity endeavors is welcome to attend this group, which meets in the lobby of the main library in Elizabethtown.
Evening Book Club Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 6:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryThursday, May 28 Evening Book Club (6:30 - 7:30) Pick up your copy of this month’s selection anytime before the meeting. All are welcome!
Keep Calm & Craft On!Friday, May 29, 2015 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryFriday, May 29 Keep Calm & Craft On! (4:00 - 5:00) Join us for this repurposed books craft class! Projects usually are not announced until the time of the class. Materials are provided. Registration required; limit 16.
Tai Chi/Fitness Saturday, May 30, 2015 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibrarySaturdays in May Tai Chi/Fitness (10:00 – 11:30) Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!