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Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Expect the unexpected! Teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall, join us for an afternoon of fun playing a one-shot adventure. Beginners and experienced players welcome. Registration...

Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Sower Board Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Expect the unexpected! Teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall, join us for an afternoon of fun playing a one-shot adventure. Beginners and experienced players welcome. Registration is required and begins Monday, June 24. 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

The Empowered Caregiver

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Dr. Peter Smith, Alzheimer's Association Community Educator, as he explores the role of caregiver for someone living with Alzheimer's or another dementia. Topics will include ...

Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Join Dr. Peter Smith, Alzheimer's Association Community Educator, as he explores the role of caregiver for someone living with Alzheimer's or another dementia.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Fairy Garden Lanterns

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
PreK, School Age, Family
Event Details:

Add a touch of magic to your garden by creating your own fairy lantern. Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Add a touch of magic to your garden by creating your own fairy lantern. Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
PreK
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, crafts and other activities for preschoolers, ages 4-5, and kids entering Kindergarten in the fall. The Summer session of Preschool Storytime meets Tues...

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, crafts and other activities for preschoolers, ages 4-5, and kids entering Kindergarten in the fall. The Summer session of Preschool Storytime meets Tuesdays at 11:30 AM, June 11-July 9. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Beyond the Plate for Families

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshop, Other
Age Group:
PreK, School Age, Family
Event Details:

Join us for a fun night of cooking using the Library’s mobile kitchen! Learn kitchen skills, how to follow a recipe, and more during this hands-on workshop.  This program is o...

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop, Other
Event Details:

Join us for a fun night of cooking using the Library’s mobile kitchen! Learn kitchen skills, how to follow a recipe, and more during this hands-on workshop.  This program is offered in partnership with UK 4-H Cooperative Extension.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Pair of sneakers

Reading in Stride

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Orlando Brown House at Off Site
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for for PSPL's walking book discussion group, Reading in Stride! Participants will enjoy the benefits of active movement and a dose of sunshine paired with a good book and ...

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Orlando Brown House
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Event Details:

Join us for for PSPL's walking book discussion group, Reading in Stride! Participants will enjoy the benefits of active movement and a dose of sunshine paired with a good book and new friends.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Photo of storyteller, Queen Nur

Story by Story: Queen Nur

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join PSPL for Story by Story, a monthly series for adults and teens, where storytellers from around the country share stories reflecting diverse cultures, beliefs, and experiences....

Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Join PSPL for Story by Story, a monthly series for adults and teens, where storytellers from around the country share stories reflecting diverse cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Parents and Tots

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler
Event Details:

Young children (ages 2-3), accompanied by an adult, are introduced to simple stories, fingerplays, and activities. No registration required.  The Summer session of Parents ...

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Baby & Toddler
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Young children (ages 2-3), accompanied by an adult, are introduced to simple stories, fingerplays, and activities. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Wednesdays at the Park: Water Fun Games

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Lakeview Park at Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
PreK, School Age, Family
Event Details:

Make a splash with us during this water-filled program! Participants should bring a towel and wear clothes that can get wet. Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registra...

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Lakeview Park
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Make a splash with us during this water-filled program! Participants should bring a towel and wear clothes that can get wet. Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Tech Café: Healthy Habits with Technology

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you someone who wants to enhance your digital skills? Maybe you're interested in knowing more about the latest tech trends? Or, are you simply searching for answers on how to b...

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Are you someone who wants to enhance your digital skills? Maybe you're interested in knowing more about the latest tech trends? Or, are you simply searching for answers on how to block spam, secure passwords, and/or prevent from being hacked.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Booksters: Sharpie Tie-Dye Seashells

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

If you don’t think tie-dye is a bunch abalone, then we’ve got a conch you’re gonna like this craft! Booksters programs are for kids entering grades 1-2 in the fall. No registr...

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If you don’t think tie-dye is a bunch abalone, then we’ve got a conch you’re gonna like this craft! Booksters programs are for kids entering grades 1-2 in the fall. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Book Babies

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed especially for our youngest patrons (ages 0-23 months) and their parents or caregivers. No registration required.  The Summe...

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Baby & Toddler
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed especially for our youngest patrons (ages 0-23 months) and their parents or caregivers. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Yoga for Beginners

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Certified yoga instructor Grace Rogers will lead participants in breathing exercises, simple physical postures with some flowing in between, and relaxation. Please wear comfortable...

Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Certified yoga instructor Grace Rogers will lead participants in breathing exercises, simple physical postures with some flowing in between, and relaxation. Please wear comfortable clothing, and bring a yoga mat if you have one.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Nonfiction Discussion Group

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a bi-monthly discussion group where we read a variety of nonfiction selections. In July, we will discuss Tyranny of the Minority by Steven Levitsky and Daniel...

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Event Details:

Join us for a bi-monthly discussion group where we read a variety of nonfiction selections. In July, we will discuss Tyranny of the Minority by Steven Levitsky and Daniel Ziblatt.

Virtual RPG @ PSPL: Masks of Nyarlathotep

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It is the year 1925, and the stars are almost right! Hidden cults spread their malign influence across the globe. In the dark corners of the Earth, a god mad in shape and purpose w...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

It is the year 1925, and the stars are almost right! Hidden cults spread their malign influence across the globe. In the dark corners of the Earth, a god mad in shape and purpose waits to unmake the world!

Giant Science

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Liberty Hall State Historic Site at Off Site
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
PreK, School Age, Family
Event Details:

Meet us at Liberty Hall to get messy with giant science experiments! Walk through water beads and explore larger-than-life lava lamps, pools of slime, giant elephant toothpaste, an...

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Liberty Hall State Historic Site
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Meet us at Liberty Hall to get messy with giant science experiments! Walk through water beads and explore larger-than-life lava lamps, pools of slime, giant elephant toothpaste, and more!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Troll & Fairy Houses

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Create magical, charming homes for whimsical fae-folk. This program is for tweens entering grades 3-5 in the fall. No registration required.

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create magical, charming homes for whimsical fae-folk. This program is for tweens entering grades 3-5 in the fall. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Crystal Suncatcher Workshop

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Capture the glimmer of summertime sunshine with wire-wrapped crystal suncatchers! This program is for teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall. No registration required.  Tee...

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Capture the glimmer of summertime sunshine with wire-wrapped crystal suncatchers! This program is for teens entering grades 6-12 in the fall. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Illustration of a river flowing through trees

Reading by the River

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Ward Oates Amphitheatre at Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler, PreK, School Age, Family
Event Details:

Meet us at the amphitheater for a traditional storytime!! Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registration required.  This program will meet at Ward Oates Amphit...

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Ward Oates Amphitheatre
Age Group: Baby & Toddler, PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Meet us at the amphitheater for a traditional storytime!! Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Night at the Library

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Special Event
Age Group:
PreK, School Age, Family
Event Details:

What happens at the library when the lights go out and everyone goes home for the night? Find out at this special after-hours program! Families of all ages join us for crafts, game...

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Special Event
Event Details:

What happens at the library when the lights go out and everyone goes home for the night? Find out at this special after-hours program! Families of all ages join us for crafts, games, and activities. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Frankfort Heritage Lecture Series - Part II: Kentucky's Ancient American Indian History, as Told Through Franklin County's Archaeology

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

After laying to rest the myths that continue to circulate about Kentucky’s ancient Native Peoples, this presentation will discuss Native history prior to the arrival of non-Native ...

Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

After laying to rest the myths that continue to circulate about Kentucky’s ancient Native Peoples, this presentation will discuss Native history prior to the arrival of non-Native people, paying particular attention to in

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Playdough Palooza

Sunday, July 14, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshop
Age Group:
PreK, School Age, Family
Event Details:

Let’s put the play in playdough! Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM, Workshop
Event Details:

Let’s put the play in playdough! Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

PSPL Busy Town

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 3:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
PreK, School Age, Family
Event Details:

Drop in anytime between 3:30 PM-7:30 PM to visit our imaginative pizza parlor, veterinarian office, ice cream shop, and grocery store! Families with kids of all ages are welcome. N...

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop in anytime between 3:30 PM-7:30 PM to visit our imaginative pizza parlor, veterinarian office, ice cream shop, and grocery store! Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.