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The Library will be closed through Monday, April 21, for flood repair. Digital services and collections (ebooks, eaudios, streaming movies, etc) are now available. 

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Paper Mosaic Art

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
:

Piece together a mosaic masterpiece! This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Please note: priority at this event will be given to families. 

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

Piece together a mosaic masterpiece! This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Please note: priority at this event will be given to families. 

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.

Reduce, Reuse, and Read!

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
:

Let’s put the art in earth and cultivate our creativity! This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Please note: priority at this event will be given to families. 

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

Let’s put the art in earth and cultivate our creativity! This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Please note: priority at this event will be given to families. 

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.

PokéClub

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Thorn Hill Education Center at Off Site
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age, Family
:

Catching them all just got a little easier. Come trade cards, play games, or just socialize with like-minded poké-maniacs!

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Thorn Hill Education Center
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Catching them all just got a little easier. Come trade cards, play games, or just socialize with like-minded poké-maniacs!

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.

FAFSA Workshop with KHEAA

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Thorn Hill Education Center at Off Site
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens
:

Are you attending college in the fall and looking for guidance regarding FAFSA? Look no further! KHEAA will be providing a presentation about how to fill out FAFSA as well as an opportunity to fill it out on site with their assistance.

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Thorn Hill Education Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Are you attending college in the fall and looking for guidance regarding FAFSA? Look no further! KHEAA will be providing a presentation about how to fill out FAFSA as well as an opportunity to fill it out on site with their assistance.

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.

Newspaper Flower Bouquets

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
:

Watch your imagination bloom by creating a gorgeous bouquet for someone special to you. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

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

Watch your imagination bloom by creating a gorgeous bouquet for someone special to you. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. 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.

Grow Your Own Bean!

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Workshop
Age Group:
Family
:

Plant a bean and watch it grow! Take it home, as well as a tree sapling from ReForest Frankfort.  This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: STEAM, Workshop
Event Details:

Plant a bean and watch it grow! Take it home, as well as a tree sapling from ReForest Frankfort.  This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. 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.

Parents and Tots

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler
:

Young children (ages 2-3), accompanied by an adult, are introduced to simple stories, fingerplays, and activities. 

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. 

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

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler
:

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed especially for our youngest patrons (ages 0-23 months) and their parents or caregivers. 

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. 

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.

Nature Weaving

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age
:

Take the beauty of nature and weave a beautiful work of art. This program is for kids in grades K-2. No registration required. 

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

Take the beauty of nature and weave a beautiful work of art. This program is for kids in grades K-2. 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.

Pool Noodle Horses

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
:

Race to the library to celebrate the Run for the Roses. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Please note: priority at this event will be given to families. 

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

Race to the library to celebrate the Run for the Roses. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Please note: priority at this event will be given to families. 

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.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
PreK
:

Join us for stories, songs, crafts and other activities for preschoolers, ages 4-5. 

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. 

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.

Simple Science

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Family
:

Let’s get messy with simple science experiments that are fun for all ages.  We will be experimenting with water. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration requried. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Let’s get messy with simple science experiments that are fun for all ages.  We will be experimenting with water. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration requried. 

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.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Special Collections at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
:

Expect the unexpected! Teens in grades 6-12, join us for an afternoon of fun playing a one-shot adventure. Beginners and experienced players welcome.  Registration is required and begins Monday, April 21. 

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

Expect the unexpected! Teens in grades 6-12, join us for an afternoon of fun playing a one-shot adventure. Beginners and experienced players welcome.  Registration is required and begins Monday, April 21. 

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, April 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler
:

Young children (ages 2-3), accompanied by an adult, are introduced to simple stories, fingerplays, and activities. 

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. 

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.

Tween Photography Club: Photo Scavenger Hunt

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age
:

Welcome back to Photo Club! We’ll be trying to find and recreate 10 photos from around the library. Try your best to get the angles and framing just right! This program is for tweens in grades 3-5. No registration required. 

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

Welcome back to Photo Club! We’ll be trying to find and recreate 10 photos from around the library. Try your best to get the angles and framing just right! This program is for tweens in grades 3-5. 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, April 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler
:

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed especially for our youngest patrons (ages 0-23 months) and their parents or caregivers. 

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. 

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.

Homeschool Sewing Club

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Family
:

Homeschool families with children in grades K-12, stitch up some fun with basic sewing 101.  This month we will be making scented sachets. No registration required. 

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

Homeschool families with children in grades K-12, stitch up some fun with basic sewing 101.  This month we will be making scented sachets. 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.

Teen Craft: Painting Swap

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
:

Bring a friend to this collaborative craft! You’ll start the painting and switch with a friend every 10 minutes to create a teamwork powered creation.

All interested teens are welcome to attend. No registration required. 

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

Bring a friend to this collaborative craft! You’ll start the painting and switch with a friend every 10 minutes to create a teamwork powered creation.

All interested teens are welcome to attend. 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.

Reading on the Hill

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Thorn Hill Education Center at Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
:

Join us in the garden at Thorn Hill Learning Center for a traditional storytime. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required. 

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Thorn Hill Education Center
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us in the garden at Thorn Hill Learning Center for a traditional storytime. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. Registration is not 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.

Cosmic Celebration

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
:

Come to the party, you will! Celebrate everyone’s favorite space adventure movies with galactic snacks and cosmic crafts.   This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

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

Come to the party, you will! Celebrate everyone’s favorite space adventure movies with galactic snacks and cosmic crafts.   This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. 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.

Tie Dye Candy Creations

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age
:

Take your candy making to the next level using tie dye. This program is for kids in grades K-2. No registration required. 

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

Take your candy making to the next level using tie dye. This program is for kids in grades K-2. 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.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
PreK
:

Join us for stories, songs, crafts and other activities for preschoolers, ages 4-5. 

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. 

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, May 6, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Family
:

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.  We will be making and tasting homemade soft pretzels. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: 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.  We will be making and tasting homemade soft pretzels. 

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.

Story by Story: Adam Booth

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

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.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 73
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.