Central Library
Address140 East Main Street
Lexington, KY 40507
map/driving directions
Phone Numbers
| Conference Rooms | (859) 231-5504 |
| Friends Book Cellar | (859) 231-5505 |
| General | (859) 231-5530 |
| Kentucky Room | (859) 231-5523 |
| Telephone Reference | (859) 231-5520 |
Hours
| Sunday | 1 pm - 6 pm |
| Monday | 9 am - 9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am - 9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am - 9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am - 9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am - 7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am - 5 pm |
Three hours of free parking in Lexington Public Library Parking Garage with ticket validated inside Central Library; served by all LexTran routes via Transit Center on Vine Street.
Special Features
- Foucault pendulum and world’s largest ceiling clock
- Equine frieze by Adalin Wichman
- Kentucky Woodlands, mural by Lori James
- Computer Center
- Kentucky Room
- Central Library Gallery
- 144-seat theater
- Friends Book Cellar
Upcoming programs at Central Library
Leslie’s Saturday Arts n’ Crafts Program: Corn Husk Dolls
November 21, 2009; 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Instead of making turkeys this year, we’ll be making corn husk dolls to set around our Thanksgiving tables.
3 and up, reservations required - (859) 231-5534
Job Lab @ Central
November 23, 2009; 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Need assistance with your resume or online job application? Bring your past employment, education, and reference information for help creating your resume or filling out your online job application. Resume already done? Bring it to the Job Lab for tips on improving it.
For Adults
Movies on the Big Screen: Muppets from Space
November 27, 2009; 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Celebrate Aviation History Month by watching the Muppets prepare for an alien invasion. Rated G.
All Ages
Job Lab @ Central
November 30, 2009; 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Need assistance with your resume or online job application? Bring your past employment, education, and reference information for help creating your resume or filling out your online job application. Resume already done? Bring it to the Job Lab for tips on improving it.
For Adults
Storytimes/Regular Programs
Fall 2009 session
September 01, 2009 - November 30, 2009
Wednesday
Preschool Playhouse
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM
3-5 years
Computer Classes
Computer Basics
January 05, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 09, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This class is for the beginner. It will introduce some basic computer concepts, how to use a mouse, and how to use the keyboard . No computer experience necessary.
Windows 1
January 06, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 16, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn the essentials of the Windows operating system, including the desktop and standard Windows program functions. Prerequisite: Computer Basics class or ability to use the mouse and keyboard.
Windows 2
November 21, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 07, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 23, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn more advanced tools in the Windows operating system, including file management and the Control Panel. Prerequisite: Windows Level I or familiarity with basic Windows functions.
Microsoft Word: Level 1
December 01, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
December 07, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 04, 2010; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
January 13, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn the basics of word processing, including creating, formatting, and printing a simple document. Prerequisite: Windows Level 2 class or experience using Windows programs.
Microsoft Word: Level 2
December 03, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
December 09, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 11, 2010; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
January 29, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn more advanced word processing skills including bulleted and numbered lists, and cut/copy/paste functions. Prerequisite: Word Level 1 class or experience using the Office ribbon toolbar and creating simple documents using Word 2007.
Microsoft Word: Level 3
November 20, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
December 04, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 04, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn how to use the drawing toolbar to add graphic elements to your Word document. Prerequisite: Word Level 2 class.
Microsoft Word: Level 4
January 11, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn more advanced word processing skills including tables and mail merge. Prerequisite: Word Level 2 class.
Microsoft Excel: Level 1
November 30, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 12, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 25, 2010; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
January 26, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This class introduces the basic functions and uses of a spreadsheet program. Prerequisite: Word Level 2 class or experience using tables and the Office ribbon toolbar.
Microsoft Excel: Level 2
December 02, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 14, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn more advanced functions and features for manipulating spreadsheets. Prerequisite: Excel Level 1 class.
Microsoft Excel: Level 3
December 11, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 20, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn more advanced functions and features for manipulating spreadsheets. Prerequisite: Excel Level 2 class.
Microsoft Powerpoint: Level 1
December 08, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 15, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This class introduces the basic functions and uses of a presentation program. Create a simple slideshow presentation. Prerequisite: Word Level 3 class.
Microsoft Powerpoint: Level 2
December 10, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 27, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn more advanced strategies for controlling and customizing your presentation, including tables, charts, and custom animation. Prerequisite: PowerPoint Level 1 class.
Internet: Level 1
December 05, 2009; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 08, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 19, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 30, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn what the Internet is and what it can offer. Time will be spent exploring interesting and useful websites using Internet Explorer. Prerequisite: Windows Level 2 class or experience using Windows programs.
Internet: Level 2
January 27, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn advanced searching techniques to find exactly what you need on the World Wide Web using Internet Explorer. Required prerequisite: Internet Level 1 class or experience using Internet Explorer and ability to do a simple web search.
Web Tools Level 1: Web Pages
January 22, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Create a simple web page with Google Sites. Topics include adding a sidebar, images, links to other pages, and attaching files. Prerequisites: Google account (free) AND Internet 2.
Web Tools Level 2: Blogs
January 25, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Create a blog using Google's Blogger. Topics include adding content, sharing, and using an RSS feed. Prerequisites: Google account (free) and Web Tools I.
Web Tools Level 3: Social Networks
January 28, 2010; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn about social networking applications. Topics include Facebook, Goodreads, privacy, and more. Prerequisites: email address AND Web Tools 1 or experience using social applications such as Facebook or MySpace.