Easter Hours

The Library will close at noon on March 29. We will be open on Saturday, March 30, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. 
On Sunday, March 31, we will be closed in observance of Easter.

Upcoming Events

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Crafting Corner

10:30am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Drop in anytime between 10:30 AM -12:30 PM to create something out of this world! Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registration required.  ...

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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.

This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Crafting Corner

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Drop in anytime between 3:30 PM-5:30 PM to create something out of this world! 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.

This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Earth's Wild Ride

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Special Event, STEAM
Event Details:
Join us for a special presentation of Earth's Wild Ride in the Living Arts & Science Center’s giant, inflatable digital planetarium! Get in the spirit for the Solar Eclipse on April 8 by exploring space, the night sky, and much more! Al...

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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.

This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Earth's Wild Ride

11:00am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Special Event, STEAM
Event Details:
Join us for a special presentation of Earth's Wild Ride inside the Living Arts & Science Center’s giant, inflatable digital planetarium! Get in the spirit for the Solar Eclipse on April 8 by exploring space, the night sky, and much 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.

This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Earth's Wild Ride

11:30am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Special Event, STEAM
Event Details:
Join us for a special presentation of Earth's Wild Ride inside the Living Arts & Science Center’s giant, inflatable digital planetarium! Get in the spirit for the Solar Eclipse on April 8 by exploring space, the night sky, and much 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.

This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Earth's Wild Ride

12:00pm - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Special Event, STEAM
Event Details:
Join us for a special presentation of Earth's Wild Ride inside the Living Arts & Science Center’s giant, inflatable digital planetarium! Get in the spirit for the Solar Eclipse on April 8 by exploring space, the night sky, and much 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.

This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Eric Carle Book Party

11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us for a special day celebrating Eric Carle. Play games, make crafts, and listen to stories! Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registration required.  ...

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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.

This event is in the "School Age" group.

Laser Sword Workshop

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:
The future never seemed so bright when the possibility to create your personalized laser sword is on the horizon. What you do with such power is up to you! This workshop is for tweens in grades 3-5. No registration required.  ...

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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.

This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Games, Special Event
Event Details:
Calling all superstars! Shine bright and boogie to your heart’s delight at our dance party! Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registration required.  ...

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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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

STEAM for Teens

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:
Teens, join us monthly to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM). This program is offered in partnership with Kentucky Cooperative Extension at Kentucky State University and University of Kentucky. All teens in grades 6-12 a...

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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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Story by Story: Bil Lepp

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:
Join PSPL for Story by Story, a monthly storytelling series featuring diverse tellers from around the country. Enjoy one of the oldest performing arts while hearing about a variety of cultures and beliefs. Performances run 45-60 minutes, followed by ...

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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.

This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Milky Way Mini Golf

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Games
Event Details:
Drop in anytime between 12:00 PM-4:00 PM to have astronomical fun playing our space-themed mini golf course. Families with kids of all ages are welcome. No registration required.  ...

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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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Use your wildest imagination and create a galactic garden-scape fit for any alien. This program is for teens in grades 6-12. No registration required.  Teen events are exclusively for middle and high school students in grades 6-12. Parents an...

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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.

This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group.

Parents and Tots

10:30am - 11:00am
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.    ...

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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.

This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group.
This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm
Age Group: Baby & Toddler, PreK, School Age, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Join us at the Kentucky State University's Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm for a special day centered around the Solar Eclipse! Solar Eclipse glasses will be available for attendees while supplies last. Please register here: ...

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.

This event is in the "PreK" group.
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
Countdown to Kindergarten includes activities specially designed to help parents and kids (ages 4-5) get ready for Kindergarten. No registration required.  ...

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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.

This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Simple Science

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:
Let’s get messy with simple science experiments that are fun for all ages. No registration required.  ...

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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.

This event is in the "School Age" group.

Planter Pals

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
It’s only natural to make friends, but did you know you could grow them too? Plant the seeds of friendship to make your own plant buddy with grass hair! This program is for tweens in grades 3-5. No registration required.  ...

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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.

This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group.

Book Babies

6:00pm - 6:30pm
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.  ...

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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.

This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Homeschool Club

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family
Program Type: Workshop, Other
Event Details:
Homeschool families with children of all ages, join us for an hour of exploration. No registration required.     ...

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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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Discussion Group, Other
Event Details:
Join us for our monthly TAG meeting! Earn service hours, connect with others, and make your voice heard. All teens in grades 6-12 are welcome; registration is not required.  TAG provides teens (grades 6-12) with the opportunity to make a posi...

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
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. This sessi...

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.

This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group.
This event is in the "PreK" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Reading by the River

10:30am - 11:00am
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.  This program will meet at Ward Oates Amphitheater, 520 West Main Street, Frankfort, KY (along the Kentucky River,...

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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.

This event is in the "School Age" group.
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Grab a paintbrush and use your imagination to create an unusual piece of watercolor art! This program is for kids in grades K-2. No registration required.  ...

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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.