Calendar of Events
Coloring DayTuesday, September 3, 2013 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryColoring Day
Join us for coloring fun as we read a coloring book story, play a coloring game, do a coloring activity, and color giant coloring pages. Ages 2-5.
No registration required.
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
11:00-12:00
Children’s Room
Lunch & ListenTuesday, September 3, 2013 at 12:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Tuesday, September 3 Lunch & Listen (12:00)
Bring your lunch and join us as we listen to selections from Kentucky authors. Drinks & desserts are provided!
Bridge ClubTuesday, September 3, 2013 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryThursdays, October 3, 17 & 31 Bridge Club (1:00 – 4:30)
Join this thriving group of Bridge enthusiasts! All proficiency levels are welcome!
Flannel Board Fun DayWednesday, September 4, 2013 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryFlannel Board Fun Day
Flannel board stories. Ages 2-5.
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
11:00-12:00
Children’s Room
Tai Chi EasyWednesday, September 4, 2013 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Wednesdays in September (4, 11, 18, 25) Tai Chi Easy (1:00 – 2:00)
Please join us to learn the basics of Tai Chi! Drop-ins welcome!
Bridge ClubThursday, September 5, 2013 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Thursdays, September 5 & 19 Bridge Club (1:00 – 4:30)
Join this thriving group of Bridge enthusiasts! All proficiency levels are welcome!
Quilting ClassThursday, September 5, 2013 at 2:00 PMLocation: North BranchQuilting Class-Every 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursday @ 2:00 pm-Beginner’s Welcome. Enjoy the companionship and encouragement available with this group. Bring your scrap pieces of material.
Couponing 101Thursday, September 5, 2013 at 6:00 PMLocation: North BranchCouponing 101-Thursday @ 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!
Tai Chi EasySaturday, September 7, 2013 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main Library
Saturdays in September (7, 14, 21, 28) Tai Chi Easy (10:00 – 11:00)
Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!
M3-Murder, Mystery, MayhemMonday, September 9, 2013 at 12:00 PMLocation: North BranchM3-Murder, Mystery, Mayhem - Every 2nd Monday @ 12:00 Noon-Pick up the latest mystery selection at the circulation desk. Must be a library member to attend. All are welcome!
Intro to SpanishMonday, September 9, 2013 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Mondays, September 9, 16, 23 & 30 Intro to Spanish (5:00 – 6:00)
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the basics of Spanish! Please sign up only if you are able to commit to all four classes; these sessions will continue into October.
Mystery Book ClubTuesday, September 10, 2013 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryTuesday, September 10 Mystery Book Club (3:00)
Pick up your copy of September’s mystery selection, Three Day Town by Margaret Maron, anytime before the meeting. All are welcome!
Nook BasicsTuesday, September 10, 2013 at 6:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryTuesday, September 10 Nook Basics (6:00 – 7:00)
Attend this session to learn how to download free eBooks to your Nook! Please call to register; space is limited.
Create-A-Craft Hour Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryCreate-A-Craft Hour
Come let your imagination soar as we supply your little one with construction paper, glue, crayons, and an assortment of other crafty items to create their very own masterpiece. Ages 2-5.
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
11:00-12:00
Children’s Room
Tai Chi EasyWednesday, September 11, 2013 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Wednesdays in September (4, 11, 18, 25) Tai Chi Easy (1:00 – 2:00)
Please join us to learn the basics of Tai Chi! Drop-ins welcome!
Quilting ClassThursday, September 12, 2013 at 2:00 PMLocation: North BranchQuilting Class-Every 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursday @ 2:00 pm-Beginner’s Welcome. Enjoy the companionship and encouragement available with this group. Bring your scrap pieces of material.
Youth Book Club--Book BuzzThursday, September 12, 2013 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Clubs
No registration required.
Book Buzz (Kindergarten)
Thursdays, unless indicated otherwise
3:30-4:00
Children's Room
Couponing 101Thursday, September 12, 2013 at 6:00 PMLocation: North BranchCouponing 101-Thursday @ 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!
Game Night: BingoFriday, September 13, 2013 at 4:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryFriday, September 13 Game Night: Bingo (4:00 – 5:00)
Join us for this monthly game time for adults! Please call to register, but drop-ins will be welcome.
Tai Chi EasySaturday, September 14, 2013 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main Library
Saturdays in September (7, 14, 21, 28) Tai Chi Easy (10:00 – 11:00)
Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!
Stories & TailsSaturday, September 14, 2013 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryStories & Tails
This program will allow children and families to read aloud to a therapy dog to improve reading and communication skills, improve literacy levels, and encourage a positive reading environment. This free program is sponsored by the Fort Knox American Red Cross. This program meets every second Saturday of each month. Families are welcome. No registration is required. Walk-ins welcome.
Saturday, September 14, 2013
1:00p.m. -2:00
Kid’s Corner
Writer's GroupSaturday, September 14, 2013 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibrarySaturday, September 14 Writer’s Group (1:00)
Writers of any level are welcome to join this group to share pieces with one another, offer advice and encouragement on each other’s work, and perhaps to participate in writing exercises. Please call to indicate interest, but drop-ins are welcome!
Movies at the LibraryMonday, September 16, 2013 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryMovies at the Library
Lassie Come Home (G) 89 minutes
Snacks will be provided
Monday, September 16, 2013
11:00-12:30
Children’s Room
Rock Paintig ClassMonday, September 16, 2013 at 12:00 PMLocation: North BranchMonday, Sept. 16, 12-1 pm:
Rock Painting Class (ages 10+)
Youth Book ClubsMonday, September 16, 2013 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Clubs
1st-2nd grades
Monday, September 16, 2013
5:00-6:00
3rd-5th grades
Monday, September 23, 2013
5:00-6:00
6th-12th grades
Monday, September 30, 2013
5:00-6:00
Children's Room
Intro to SpanishMonday, September 16, 2013 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Mondays, September 9, 16, 23 & 30 Intro to Spanish (5:00 – 6:00)
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the basics of Spanish! Please sign up only if you are able to commit to all four classes; these sessions will continue into October.
Duct Tape Extravaganza Tuesday, September 17, 2013 at 4:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryDuct Tape Extravaganza
Duct tape is provided or feel free to bring your favorite design or color. Bring your creativity. Family fun. Age 10+ for difficulty.
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
4:30-5:30
Meeting Room
Animal of the Month ClubWednesday, September 18, 2013 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryAnimal of the Month Club
Join us as we learn about a different animal each month, do an animal craft, read animal books, and do a special animal activity. Ages 2-5. No registration required.
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
11:00-12:00
Tai Chi EasyWednesday, September 18, 2013 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Wednesdays in September (4, 11, 18, 25) Tai Chi Easy (1:00 – 2:00)
Please join us to learn the basics of Tai Chi! Drop-ins welcome!
Quick & Easy MealsThursday, September 19, 2013 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryThursday, September 19 Quick & Easy Meals (10:00)
With the holidays just around the corner, your to-do list is getting longer and longer! Join us for this program, presented by the Hardin County Extension Office, to gain a repertoire of meals that won’t cut into your time! Please call to register, but drop-ins are welcome.
Bridge ClubThursday, September 19, 2013 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Thursdays, September 5 & 19 Bridge Club (1:00 – 4:30)
Join this thriving group of Bridge enthusiasts! All proficiency levels are welcome!
Quilting ClassThursday, September 19, 2013 at 2:00 PMLocation: North BranchQuilting Class-Every 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursday @ 2:00 pm-Beginner’s Welcome. Enjoy the companionship and encouragement available with this group. Bring your scrap pieces of material.
Youth Book Club--Book BuzzThursday, September 19, 2013 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Clubs
No registration required.
Book Buzz (Kindergarten)
Thursdays, unless indicated otherwise
3:30-4:00
Children's Room
Popcorn & a MovieThursday, September 19, 2013 at 5:30 PMLocation: Main Library
Thursday, September 19 Popcorn & a Movie (5:30 – 7:30)
Join us for this monthly movie time for adults! September’s movie: Oz: The Great & Powerful. Please call to register, but drop-ins will be welcome. Popcorn will be served!
Explore the HCPL WebsiteFriday, September 20, 2013 at 12:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Friday, September 20 Explore the HCPL Website (11:00 – 12:00)
Have you ever logged into your library account? Do you know how to put books on hold online? Have you used our website to find information about monthly programs? Would you like suggestions for books based on authors you’ve read? These are just a few of the things for which you can use our library website. Come explore it with us! Please call to register; space is limited.
Handyman Projects for WomenFriday, September 20, 2013 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Friday, September 20 Handyman Projects for Women (3:00)
Presented by Lowes expert Clint Lewis! Participants at these monthly handywomen classes have a fantastic time! Ladies, join us to become more proficient with fix-it projects around the house. Please call to register, but drop-ins are welcome.
Tai Chi EasySaturday, September 21, 2013 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main Library
Saturdays in September (7, 14, 21, 28) Tai Chi Easy (10:00 – 11:00)
Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!
Mouse PracticeMonday, September 23, 2013 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryMonday, September 23 Mouse Practice (3:00 – 4:00)
This class is for those who are completely new to computers. Manipulating the mouse can be the most difficult thing for new computer users, so take advantage of this time to practice! Please take this class before Basic Computer Skills. Please call to register; space is limited.
Intro to SpanishMonday, September 23, 2013 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Mondays, September 9, 16, 23 & 30 Intro to Spanish (5:00 – 6:00)
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the basics of Spanish! Please sign up only if you are able to commit to all four classes; these sessions will continue into October.
Youth Book ClubsMonday, September 23, 2013 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Clubs
1st-2nd grades
Monday, September 16, 2013
5:00-6:00
3rd-5th grades
Monday, September 23, 2013
5:00-6:00
6th-12th grades
Monday, September 30, 2013
5:00-6:00
Children's Room
Legos @ the LibraryTuesday, September 24, 2013 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryLegos @ the Library
5+ years old
(adult supervision required for children under 7 years of age)
We provide the Legos and a theme.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
5:00 -6:00
Meeting Room
Adult Acting ClassTuesday, September 24, 2013 at 6:15 PMLocation: Main LibraryTuesday, September 24 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.
Basic Computer SkillsWednesday, September 25, 2013 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryWednesday, September 25 Basic Computer Skills (11:00 – 12:00)
This class is for those who are very new to computers. Registrants must either have taken the Mouse Practice class or already be proficient in mouse usage. Please call to register; space is limited.
Counting DayWednesday, September 25, 2013 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryCounting Day
Counting Day fun for everyone. A day of number games, stories, crafts, music and counting fun.
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
11:00-12:00
Children’s Room
Tai Chi EasyWednesday, September 25, 2013 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Wednesdays in September (4, 11, 18, 25) Tai Chi Easy (1:00 – 2:00)
Please join us to learn the basics of Tai Chi! Drop-ins welcome!
Friends of the LibraryWednesday, September 25, 2013 at 7:00 PMLocation: Nolin RECCJoin us for this planning meeting!
Nolin RECC
Wednesday, September 25 @ 7:00
Little Lego Club @ the LibraryThursday, September 26, 2013 at 11:00 AMLocation: Main LibraryLittle Lego Club @ the Library
Let your little one come and build all that they can imagine with Lego blocks. This is a drop-in program for children ages 2 to 4 years old. No registration is required for this free program. Walk-ins are welcome.
Thursday, September 26, 2013
11:00-12:00
Children’s Room
Youth Book Club--Book BuzzThursday, September 26, 2013 at 3:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Clubs
No registration required.
Book Buzz (Kindergarten)
Thursdays, unless indicated otherwise
3:30-4:00
Children's Room
Evening Book ClubThursday, September 26, 2013 at 6:30 PMLocation: Main LibraryThursday, September 26 Evening Book Club (6:30 – 7:30)
Pick up your copy of Melanie Benjamin’s Alice I Have Been anytime before the meeting. All are welcome!
Painting ClassFriday, September 27, 2013 at 1:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryFriday, September 27 Painting Class (1:00 – 4:00)
Bring your own canvas, drinks, & snacks, and enjoy this painting lesson taught by Jana Leigh Propst. Paints & brushes provided, but please bring a canvas – size of your choice. Limit 12, so call to register!
Native American DayFriday, September 27, 2013 at 4:00 PMLocation: North BranchFriday, Sept. 27th, 4-5pm:
Native American Day: Make a Dream Catcher (ages 5+)
Perler Beads Friday, September 27, 2013 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryPerler Beads
Ages 5+
Create a design with beads
Friday, September 27, 2013
5:00-5:45
Meeting Room
Tai Chi EasySaturday, September 28, 2013 at 10:00 AMLocation: Main Library
Saturdays in September (7, 14, 21, 28) Tai Chi Easy (10:00 – 11:00)
Join us for a relaxing yet invigorating way to start your day! Drop-ins welcome!
Explore DatabasesMonday, September 30, 2013 at 3:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryMonday, September 30 Explore Databases (3:00 – 4:00)
A wealth of information awaits you! Our website provides FREE access to hundreds of resources from auto manuals, career transitions, and practice tests to genealogy, academic journals, and medical information. Come to this class to explore what is available! Please call to register; space is limited.
Grand-Arrival Show -Nutty ScientistsMonday, September 30, 2013 at 3:45 PMLocation: Main LibraryYou are invited to join Elizabethtown Family & The Hardin County Public Library in helping the team of Nutty Scientists find their way to Elizabethtown!September 30, 2013. Show Starts at 3:45 p.m. Hardin County Public Library!!
"The Castaway" is a fun Scientific Show which aims to awaken the curiosity and imagination of children through their participation in fun activities based on strong educational content. Participate in the excitement as the Nutty Scientists demonstrate how they were able to survive using their brains and of course lots of really fun Science!
Intro to SpanishMonday, September 30, 2013 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main Library
Mondays, September 9, 16, 23 & 30 Intro to Spanish (5:00 – 6:00)
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the basics of Spanish! Please sign up only if you are able to commit to all four classes; these sessions will continue into October.
Youth Book ClubsMonday, September 30, 2013 at 5:00 PMLocation: Main LibraryYouth Book Clubs
1st-2nd grades
Monday, September 16, 2013
5:00-6:00
3rd-5th grades
Monday, September 23, 2013
5:00-6:00
6th-12th grades
Monday, September 30, 2013
5:00-6:00
Children's Room