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Tai Chi EasySaturday, August 2, 2014 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibrarySaturdays in August Tai Chi Easy (10:00 – 11:00) Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!
Beginning JapaneseMonday, August 4, 2014 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main Library Mondays, August 4, 11, 18 Beginning Japanese (5:00 – 6:00) Take advantage of this opportunity to learn the basics of Japanese language & culture! Please sign up only if you are able to attend all classes. Class size limited to 10; registration required.
Knitting Guild Monday, August 4, 2014 at 5:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryMonday, August 4 Knitting Guild (5:30) Learn about the Knitting Guild of America, its charitable goals, and enjoy a knitting demonstration. Feel free to bring your knitting! Previous attendees are encouraged to come again, and drop-ins are welcome!
Bard's Corner Writers GroupMonday, August 4, 2014 at 6:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryMondays, August 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, which meets in the Genealogy Room.
Drawing with ShapesWednesday, August 6, 2014 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryDrawing with Shapes Join us as we draw with shapes to create a frog, bear, fire truck, and a house with squares, circles, ovals, and rectangles. Ages 2-5, no registration required. Wednesday, August 6, 2014 11:00– 12:00
Tai Chi EasyWednesday, August 6, 2014 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryWednesdays in August Tai Chi Easy (1:00 – 2:30) Please join us to learn the basics of Tai Chi! Drop-ins welcome!
Bridge ClubThursday, August 7, 2014 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main Library Thursdays, August 7 & 21 Bridge Club (1:00 – 4:30) Join this thriving group of Bridge enthusiasts! All proficiency levels are welcome!
Quilting Class--North BranchThursday, August 7, 2014 at 2:00 PMLocation: North BranchQuilting Class- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Thursday at 2:00 pm-Beginner’s welcome. Enjoy the companionship and encouragement available with this group. Bring your scrap pieces of material. August 7, August 14, and August 21.
BingoFriday, August 8, 2014 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main Library Friday, August 8 Bingo (4:00 – 5:00) Join us for this monthly game time for adults! Please call to register, but drop-ins will be welcome.
Tweens and Teens-Wii Gaming DayFriday, August 8, 2014 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryTweens and Teens Wii Gaming Day August 8, 2014 4:00-5:30 Children’s Room Snacks provided
Tai Chi EasySaturday, August 9, 2014 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibrarySaturdays in August Tai Chi Easy (10:00 – 11:00) Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!
Make It & Take ItSaturday, August 9, 2014 at 11:30 AMLocation: Main LibraryMake It & Take it Selection of crafts to choose from. Pick a craft or crafts to create. Supplies are provided. August 9, 2014 11:30-12:30 Children’s Room
Stories and TailsSaturday, August 9, 2014 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. The objective is to improve literacy levels and promote a positive reading environment. This program is sponsored by the Fort Knox American Red Cross. Saturday, August 9, 2014 1:00-2:00
Beginning Crochet Monday, August 11, 2014 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main Library Monday, August 11 Beginning Crochet (10:00 – 12:00) Interested in learning a new skill, or just enjoy the fellowship of others while working on a project? Please call for the type of yarn and needle gauge to bring! Instructor Carol Sargent will provide individualized instruction as you start creating a project and learn the skills to finish at home. Please call to register; limit 10.
M3-Murder, Mystery, Mayhem--North BranchMonday, August 11, 2014 at 12:00 PMLocation: North BranchM3-Murder, Mystery, Mayhem–-Monday August 11, 2014 at 12:00 Noon. Pick up the latest mystery selection at the circulation desk. Must be a library member to attend.
MAM Candy--North BranchMonday, August 11, 2014 at 1:30 PMLocation: North BranchMAM Candy – Monday August 11 from 1:30 – 2:30. Join us for a chocolate dipping demonstration with strawberries, pretzel sticks, Oreos and more. Everyone who attends will be able to sample the goodies.
NEW-Bingo For Books Monday, August 11, 2014 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryNEW-Bingo For Books An hour of bingo fun for the whole family with children’s books as prizes. Monday, August 11, 2014 5:00-6:00
Beginning JapaneseMonday, August 11, 2014 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main Library Mondays, August 4, 11, 18 Beginning Japanese (5:00 – 6:00) Take advantage of this opportunity to learn the basics of Japanese language & culture! Please sign up only if you are able to attend all classes. Class size limited to 10; registration required.
Mystery Book Club Tuesday, August 12, 2014 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryTuesday, August 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--K-2nd GradesTuesday, August 12, 2014 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Club K-2nd grades Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 Children’s Room
Breast Cancer Support Group Tuesday, August 12, 2014 at 6:15 PMLocation: Main Library Tuesday, August 12 Breast Cancer Support Group (6:15 – 7:15) This support group is for any woman who has been diagnosed with breast cancer or is a long-time survivor. We are here to support one another & share information. Drop-ins welcome!
Counting Day Wednesday, August 13, 2014 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main Library Counting Day Come count with us as we read counting books, do a counting activity, and make a counting craft. Ages 2-5, no registration required. Wednesday, August 13, 2014 11:00-12:00
Tai Chi EasyWednesday, August 13, 2014 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryWednesdays in August Tai Chi Easy (1:00 – 2:30) Please join us to learn the basics of Tai Chi! Drop-ins welcome!
Stamping Class Wednesday, August 13, 2014 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main Library Wednesday, August 13 Stamping Class (3:00 – 5:00) Come to this make-and-take notecard class – it’s free! Please call to register, limit 10.
Youth Book Club--Grades 3-5Wednesday, August 13, 2014 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Club Grades 3-5 Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 Children’s Room
Quilting Class--North BranchThursday, August 14, 2014 at 2:00 PMLocation: North BranchQuilting Class- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Thursday at 2:00 pm-Beginner’s welcome. Enjoy the companionship and encouragement available with this group. Bring your scrap pieces of material. August 7, August 14, and August 21.
Book Flowers Thursday, August 14, 2014 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main Library Thursday, August 14 Book Flowers (4:00 – 5:00) Register now for this fun paper crafting class in which we’ll use old books to create flowers!
Couponing 101--North BranchThursday, August 14, 2014 at 6:00 PMLocation: North BranchCouponing 101--Come join the couponing group the second Thursday every month from 6 to 7 pm. Swap unwanted coupons for those you need. Also bring expired coupons (up to 6 months) to send to military families overseas.
Popcorn & a Movie Friday, August 15, 2014 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main Library Friday, August 15 (3:00 – 5:00) Join us for this monthly movie time for adults! August’s showing is “Catching Fire”. Call for information, or to register, but drop-ins are welcome. Popcorn will be served!
Teens only Anime ClubFriday, August 15, 2014 at 4:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryTeens only Anime Club Friday, August 15, 2014 4:30-5:30 Discuss anime, watch anime, and learn about Japanese culture.
Tai Chi EasySaturday, August 16, 2014 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibrarySaturdays in August Tai Chi Easy (10:00 – 11:00) Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!
Beginning JapaneseMonday, August 18, 2014 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main Library Mondays, August 4, 11, 18 Beginning Japanese (5:00 – 6:00) Take advantage of this opportunity to learn the basics of Japanese language & culture! Please sign up only if you are able to attend all classes. Class size limited to 10; registration required.
Bard’s Corner Writers Group Monday, August 18, 2014 at 6:00 PMLocation: Mai LibraryMondays, August 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, which meets in the Genealogy Room.
Youth Book Club--K-2nd GradesTuesday, August 19, 2014 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Club K-2nd grades Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 Children’s Room
Downloading Electronic Materials Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at 6:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryTuesday, August 19 Downloading Electronic Materials (6:00 – 7:00) 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.
Train DayWednesday, August 20, 2014 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryTrain Day Come explore the world of trains with us as we read train stories, make a train craft , work a train puzzle and more. Ages 2-5, no registration required. Wednesday, August 20, 2014 11:00 -12:00
Tai Chi EasyWednesday, August 20, 2014 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryWednesdays in August Tai Chi Easy (1:00 – 2:30) Please join us to learn the basics of Tai Chi! Drop-ins welcome!
Youth Book Club--Grades 3-5Wednesday, August 20, 2014 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Club Grades 3-5 Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 Children’s Room
Healthy Eating Thursday, August 21, 2014 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main Library Thursday, August 21 Healthy Eating (10:00 – 11:00) Join us to discover recipes for tasty, healthy foods! Registration required.
Bridge Club Thursday, August 21, 2014 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main Library Thursdays, August 7 & 21 Bridge Club (1:00 – 4:30) Join this thriving group of Bridge enthusiasts! All proficiency levels are welcome!
Quilting Class--North BranchThursday, August 21, 2014 at 2:00 PMLocation: North BranchQuilting Class- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Thursday at 2:00 pm-Beginner’s welcome. Enjoy the companionship and encouragement available with this group. Bring your scrap pieces of material. August 7, August 14, and August 21.
Smart Start Business Basics Thursday, August 21, 2014 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main Library Thursday, August 21 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. Please register for this course via the UK Small Business Development Center’s website: www.ksbdc.org.
Tai Chi EasySaturday, August 23, 2014 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibrarySaturdays in August Tai Chi Easy (10:00 – 11:00) Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!
Historical Characters Presentation Monday, August 25, 2014 at 5:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryMonday, August 25 Historical Characters Presentation (5:30 – 6:30) Join us for this captivating & enriching experience for adults & children alike! With 23 years of acting experience, Jody Ingalls will bring to life the stories of 4 heroines from history. Drop-ins welcome!
Attention, Job-Hunters!Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main Library Tuesday, August 26 Attention, Job-Hunters! (1:00 – 2:00) If you are in the market for a job, please attend this KY Career Center Orientation to find out the wealth of resources that are available to you – FREE!
Youth Book Club--K-2nd GradesTuesday, August 26, 2014 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Club K-2nd grades Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 Children’s Room
Legos at the LibraryTuesday, August 26, 2014 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryLegos at the Library Tuesday, August 26, 2014 5:00 - 6:00 Legos and a theme are provided. Ages 5+
Adult Acting Class Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at 6:15 PMLocation: Main LibraryTuesday, August 26 (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.
Animal of the Month ClubWednesday, August 27, 2014 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryAnimal of the Month Club Our featured animal this month will be Douglas a real baby Hedge Hog. Come out and meet Douglas as we learn all about Hedge Hogs. Ages 2-5, no registration required. Wednesday, August 27, 2015 11:00-12:00
Tai Chi EasyWednesday, August 27, 2014 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryWednesdays in August Tai Chi Easy (1:00 – 2:30) Please join us to learn the basics of Tai Chi! Drop-ins welcome!
Creative Writing Workshop (cancelled)Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryWednesday, August 27 Creative Writing Workshop (3:00 – 5:00) 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 with awareness for the basic techniques of narrative strategies such as genre, audience, point of view, plot, and characterization. You’ll have time to practice with a brief writing exercise, and possibly for reading and commenting on the newly written material. Sessions will continue each month. Please call to register.
Youth Book Club--Grades 3-5Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Club Grades 3-5 Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 Children’s Room
Little Lego ClubThursday, August 28, 2014 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryLittle Lego Club Thursday, August 28, 2014 1:00 - 2:00 Ages 2-5 No registration required.
Friends of the Library Thursday, August 28, 2014 at 6:00 PMLocation: Main Library Thursday, August 28 Friends of the Library (6:00 – 7:00) If you are interested in donating your time and efforts to help make the library even more fantastic, join the Friends of the Library! This group meets in the lobby; all are welcome!
Evening Book ClubThursday, August 28, 2014 at 6:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryThursday, August 28 Evening Book Club (6:30 – 7:30) Pick up your copy of this month’s selection anytime before the meeting. All are welcome!
Tai Chi EasySaturday, August 30, 2014 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibrarySaturdays in August Tai Chi Easy (10:00 – 11:00) Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!