Events

Come decorate your own cookies! Cookies, icing, and sprinkles are provided. Ages 6-11. Space limited, registration is required. Please call 502-964-3515 to register.

Celebrate the end of summer reading with us! Bring a white t-shirt to tie-dye and enjoy outdoor fun with inflatables, sidewalk chalk, and snacks.

Watch anime, play video games, make crafts!

Learn the science behind making bubbles with this decked-out vehicle. Fun for the whole family. All ages

Fun, silly and thoroughly entertaining! All Ages

Register for a 15-minute slot to read aloud to certified comfort dog Mercy. Meet and greet Mercy from 3:00-3:30, with a chance to read from 3:30-4:30. Call 574-1771 to register. Grades K-12

For long-time anime lovers and newcomers alike, join us every week as we watch popular films and series from your favorite genres. For middle and high school students.

Celebrate the end of summer at the Teen Underground with an Ice Cream Party! Ice cream and toppings will be provides. 12-19

Come spend time and read with a therapy dog from WAGS- Wonderful Animals Giving Service.

Adults and teens (13+) are welcome to use the Maker Lab during open hours and will receive Maker 101 training on the spot if they have not already completed the orientation. Drop in to work on your own projects using the machines available in the space: Cricut vinyl and paper cutter, Glowforge laser cutter, Adobe Creative Suite, Makerbot 3D printer, Janome sewing machines, Roland large format vinyl cutter, and button makers. Patrons can use any machine for up to 2 hours. All machines are first come, first served. Patrons must complete a Maker 101 and sign a waiver to use equipment during open hours.

Any patrons under 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Call (502) 964-3515 or email SCMakerspace@lfpl.org for more information.

Adults and teens (13+) are welcome to use the Maker Lab during open hours and will receive Maker 101 training on the spot if they have not already completed the orientation. Drop in to work on your own projects using the machines available in the space: Cricut vinyl and paper cutter, Glowforge laser cutter, Adobe Creative Suite, Makerbot 3D printer, Janome sewing machines, Roland large format vinyl cutter, and button makers. Patrons can use any machine for up to 2 hours. All machines are first come, first served. Patrons must complete a Maker 101 and sign a waiver to use equipment during open hours.

Any patrons under 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Call (502) 964-3515 or email SCMakerspace@lfpl.org

Join OutLoud Louisville for an introductory program designed to teach basic ukulele techniques and songs while exploring the cultural importance of the ukulele to Hawai'ian culture. All ages.

Join us for a family friendly introduction to yoga. Each session will last 30 minutes and is best suited for families with children ages 5 and up. Families do not need to attend all 6 sessions. Space is limited to the first 25 families who arrive each session. Sessions start at 2, so please arrive a few minutes early to get situated. Mats will be available although you may also bring your own. Call 502-574-1771 for more information.

Baby storytime focuses on developing your baby’s pre-literacy, motor, sensory, and social skills through librarian led, parent participation activities. Introduce your baby to a love of literature through books, songs, movement, rhythm, and rhyme followed by a short period of play time. Ages 0 to 24 mos.

Baby storytime focuses on developing your baby's pre-literacy, motor, sensory, and social skills through librarian led, parent participation activities. Introduce your baby to a love of literature through books, songs, movement, rhythm, and rhyme followed by a short period of play time. Ages 0 to 24 mos.

Baby storytime focuses on developing your baby’s pre-literacy, motor, sensory, and social skills through librarian led, parent participation activities. Introduce your baby to a love of literature through books, songs, movement, rhythm, and rhyme followed by a short period of play time. Ages 0 to 24 mos.

A book club for ages 8-13. This month's selection: Any of the Who is?" or "Who Was?" books"

A book club for ages 8-13. This month's selection: Any of the "Who is?" or "Who Was?" books

Foster a love of reading in your toddlers through this engaging storytime! Join us for books, songs, movement, and art activities that encourage the development of early learning skills. Ages 2-3

The kNOw Waste Louisville education team will share practical ways to help you eliminate wasteful packaging, avoid disposable items, and reduce food waste.

Welcome to the Neighborhood Nest! The Nest is a pregnancy and postpartum hub that provides FREE essential pregnancy, postpartum, infant, and early-childhood products to the community. Items available while supplies last and include: diapers, wipes, formula, feminine care products, and more.

Participants will have access to maternal healthcare supporters and educators, including: Healthy Start, Healthy Babies Louisville, Baptist Health, Metro United Way, Play Cousins Collective, HANDS, Humana, and Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness.

10 am: Join us for a special baby story time prior to the event

12 pm: Baptist Health presents Heat and Sun Safety with Amanda Wilkins, MSN, RNC, IBCLC

Our “We Can Be…” program series strives to show our young patrons the world of possibilities available to them and how the library can help support their dreams; all while teaching them about the inspiring people that have helped to pave the way for their success.

“We Can Be…Scientists” is held every other month, and will feature books and a brief storytime focusing on the work of a particular scientist or professional in a STEM field; with a heavy emphasis on BIPOC individuals, members of the LGBTQ community, and other underrepresented innovators.

Storytime will be followed by a structured experiment or STEM based activity inspired by the work of that month’s featured scientist. This program is ideal for elementary and middle school students. Registration is encouraged to guarantee your spot, but we will happily accept walk-ins if and when we have enough prepared materials available. Call (502) 574- 1779 to register.

Bring the whole family to celebrate the end of Summer Reading. There will be few treats, a few activities, and a whole lot of fun! All Ages.

Celebrate the end of summer reading with all things Lego! We will have a wide variety of games, activities, crafts and snacks. All ages.

Celebrate the end of summer reading with all things Lego! We will have a wide variety of games, activities, crafts and snacks. All ages.

Have you ever wanted to lead a tabletop role-playing game, but don't know where to start? Join us at Western Library for a presentation on how to get your own role-playing group started, covering everything from how to select a game to keeping your players interested in returning to future sessions!

Join us as we celebrate the end of Summer Reading with Star Wars themed activities and a special Star Wars Family Storytime. Storytime will be at 3. Costumes welcome! Ages 0-18.

Get up close and personal with some of our reptile friends, and check out furs and bones of Kentucky wildlife. Through hands-on activities, you will learn the basic needs of animals that live in our neighborhoods, and discover unique adaptations that help them survive. Limit 30. Call 502-574-1730 to register. Ages 4-10.

Summer is ending, but that doesn't mean the fun has to. Relieve your back-to-school angst by belting out some bangers after hours at SWRL. Please call (502) 933-0029 to register. Limit 30. For middle and high schoolers

This Kentucky Historical Society exhibit contains full color images of 15 quilts from its collection, including family quilts, crazy quilts, and log cabin quilts. Images show examples of various techniques quiltmakers used, including pieced, appliqué, and trap unto. The exhibit also profiles several quiltmakers.

Come get involved in Newburg's Community Garden! Get a tour of the space and some guidance on what we're growing, how to help, and how to harvest! Call the Newburg Branch Library at 502-479-6160 to reserve your one-on-one or small group appointment spot today.

Foster a love of reading in your toddlers through this engaging storytime! Join us for books, songs, movement, and art activities that encourage the development of early learning skills. Ages 2-3

Baby storytime focuses on developing your baby’s pre-literacy, motor, sensory, and social skills through librarian led, parent participation activities. Introduce your baby to a love of literature through books, songs, movement, rhythm, and rhyme followed by a short period of play time. Ages 0 to 24 mos.

Baby storytime focuses on developing your baby’s pre-literacy, motor, sensory, and social skills through librarian led, parent participation activities. Introduce your baby to a love of literature through books, songs, movement, rhythm, and rhyme followed by a short period of play time. Ages 0 to 24 mos.

Baby storytime focuses on developing your baby’s pre-literacy, motor, sensory, and social skills through librarian led, parent participation activities. Introduce your baby to a love of literature through books, songs, movement, rhythm, and rhyme followed by a short period of play time. Ages 0 to 24 mos.

Foster a love of reading in your pre-schooler through this engaging storytime! Join us for books, songs, movement, and art activities that encourage the development of early learning skills. Ages 3-5

Baby storytime focuses on developing your baby’s pre-literacy, motor, sensory, and social skills through librarian led, parent participation activities. Introduce your baby to a love of literature through books, songs, movement, rhythm, and rhyme followed by a short period of play time. Ages 0 to 24 mos.

Join us for a family friendly introduction to yoga. Each session will last 30 minutes and is best suited for families with children ages 5 and up. Families do not need to attend all 6 sessions. Space is limited to the first 25 families who arrive each session. Sessions start at 2, so please arrive a few minutes early to get situated. Mats will be available although you may also bring your own. Call 502-574-1771 for more information. Fridays, June 9 and 23, July 7 and 21 and August 4 and 18 at 2 pm.

Never played? A tournament veteran? A casual player? All skill levels are welcome. We'll teach you the basics of the game, general strategy, popular moves, advanced rules, and how to record your games. And we'll play lots of chess! Ages 10-19

Come out for some fun with board games and more!

Join us in our Teen Loft for a variety of board games while hanging out with friends! Ages 12-18

Come hang out and chill in the Teen Studio. Each week we’ll offer a different activity: video games, art, crafts, or learning a new skill. Or just come to relax with friends.

Join us in the Teen Space for video games, board games, and simple craft projects. For middle and high school students

Join us for some good, old-fashioned fun with board games, card games, and more!

English Conversation Club allows English language learners to practice English with volunteers of native or near-native fluency. For English language learners, ECC is a great way to practice English while getting to know their neighbors and American culture. Volunteers in turn can meet their new neighbors and help new Louisvillians feel welcome. For more information email Kelli.Miller@lfpl.org, or call 502-547-1771.

Storytime offers opportunities for children to foster a love of literature and participate in enrichment activities that build early learning, social, and literacy skills. Each week will feature books relating to a particular theme, which are accompanied by a variety of activities including songs, rhymes, arts and crafts, and creative play. Children 10 and under and their families are welcome to attend!

Join others in your community to help you take that first step in writing your poetry, memoir, fiction, or graphic novel. We offer a quiet space with warm coffee and guidance. Ages 18+

Yoga storytime features storytelling paired with yoga poses and breathing techniques. Ages 3-9 and their families. Mats are provided.

Every first Monday of the month we will discuss a different romance title; limited copies will be available at the branch. Book selections may include adult content. This month's title is Ayesha at Last by Uzma Jalaluddin.

Storytime is an opportunity for families to bond over shared stories and songs, as well as engaging in creative activities that reinforce a lifelong love of learning. Ages 0-6