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Library Location
Tates Creek Branch
Location Hours
| Sunday | 1 pm - 5 pm |
| Mon-Thu | 9:30 am - 9 pm |
| Friday | 9:30 am - 6 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am - 5 pm |
Location Address
3628 Walden Drive
Lexington, KY 40517United States
Phone Number
859-231-5500 (General)
Transportation
Served by LexTran Dark Blue Route (No. 3 – Tates Creek Road)
Special Features
- Geothermal heating and cooling
- Two quiet study rooms (First come first serve, maximum 3 people)
- Two meeting rooms: the 49-seat Josephine Staples Emrath Community Room and a 20-seat meeting room
- Amazon Sanctuary, mural by Lori James
Upcoming Events, Classes, and Storytimes at Tates Creek Branch
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Are you ready for Kindergarten? Thursday, May 17, 2012 - 1:30pm Now that the Preschool days are over, it is just 3 short months till Kindergarten. Yikes! Is your child ready? Are YOU ready? Come join us for a... Reservations: Required - Call (859) 231-5500 |
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Super Saturday Storytimes Saturday, May 19, 2012 - 11:00am
Saturday, May 26, 2012 - 11:00am
Join us each Saturday in May for a special Saturday... Reservations: Not Required |
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Glaucoma Information Session Tuesday, May 22, 2012 - 7:00pm Join Dr. Sunil Deokule, MD, assistant professor and glaucoma specialist at UK, as he discusses the risk factors for developing ... Reservations: See Program Description |
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Hello Summer!! Summer Reading Kick-Off Party Monday, June 4, 2012 - 2:00pm Get ready for Summer Reading!! Come in and get the whole family signed up for the Summer Reading Program. Grab a snack and... Reservations: Not Required |
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Classic Horror Film Club Tuesday, June 5, 2012 - 6:30pm
Tuesday, July 3, 2012 - 6:30pm
Tuesday, August 7, 2012 - 6:30pm
Watch if you dare! Talk about it if you can find the words! Join us for a lively discussion of classic horror films. Reservations: Not Required |
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Sweet Dreams Book Club - "The BFG" by Roald Dahl Thursday, June 7, 2012 - 2:00pm Come join us as we discuss the classic children's book The BFG by Roald Dahl. This is a funny, fast-paced book about giants, kids and dreams! This... Reservations: See Program Description |
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Tates Creek Writers Group Thursday, June 7, 2012 - 6:00pm
Thursday, July 5, 2012 - 6:00pm
Thursday, August 2, 2012 - 6:00pm
This group is open to all genres and levels of writing experience. Reservations: Not Required |
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Creatures of the Night at Tates Creek Monday, June 11, 2012 - 6:30pm Learn how nocturnal animals not only survive, but thrive in darkness. Prepare to be amazed when you see a live python, kangaroo, bat, vinegaroon and... Reservations: Required - Call (859) 231-5500 |
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Between North & South: Kentucky Horses and the Civil War Tuesday, June 12, 2012 - 7:00pm Join us as we host Maryjean Wall, author of How Kentucky Became Southern: A Tale of Outlaws, Horse Thieves, Gamblers, And Breeders.... Reservations: See Program Description |
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Activities for Persons with Alzheimer’s Disease Thursday, June 14, 2012 - 10:30am Are you a caregiver for a person with Alzheimer’s disease? Do you struggle to find activities to fill the day and provide meaning for the person you... Reservations: See Program Description |
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Drop In Craft Day! Friday, June 15, 2012 - 1:00pm Too hot to play outside? Come and cool down at the library and get creative! Reservations: Not Required |
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Pajama-Rama!! Family storytime! Monday, June 18, 2012 - 6:30pm Pajama-Rama time at the Library! Wear your pj's and bring your stuffed friends for this fun night-time storytime. All are welcome... Reservations: Not Required |
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Bright Star Theatre Presents The Legend of Sleepy Hollow at Tates Creek Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 2:00pm The Washington Irving classic comes to life like never before! Bumbling schoolmaster Ichabod Crane is in love with the prettiest girl in town, Katrina Van... Reservations: Required - Call (859) 231-5500 |
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Reach for the Stars Thursday, June 21, 2012 - 2:00pm Catch a shooting star as we explore the constellations. Join us for games, activities, and a tasty treat! Reservations: Required - Call (859) 231-5500 |
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First Draft Series: Creative Nonfiction with Jason Howard Thursday, June 21, 2012 - 6:30pm Join acclaimed creative nonfiction author Jason Howard (Something’s Rising and the forthcoming A Few Honest Words: The Kentucky Roots of Popular Music) as... Reservations: Required - Call (859) 231-5500 |
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Getting Started with Backyard Chickens Saturday, June 23, 2012 - 1:00pm Are you interested in fresh free range chicken eggs for your family, great compost for your veggies and flowers, a more unique pet... Reservations: See Program Description |
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Singing With Steve at Tates Creek Monday, June 25, 2012 - 10:30am Join award winning children's musician Steve Weeks for a family fun event full of songs and humor. Grab your dancing shoes and get... Reservations: Required - Call (859) 231-5500 |
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Make Your Own Sleep Mask Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - 2:00pm Sleep a little longer with your own sleep mask. Reservations: Required - Call (859) 231-5500 |
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Spin, Pop and Boom at Tates Creek Tuesday, July 3, 2012 - 2:00pm What do foam bursts in sky, a growing hand and a Genie in a bottle have in common? They are all part of the science fun from Mad Science of... Reservations: Required - Call (859) 231-5500 |
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Cambo the Clown at Tates Creek Monday, July 9, 2012 - 6:30pm Juggling, balloon animals, clown magic and all sorts of nonsense with Cambo the Clown. Reservations: Required - Call (859) 231-5500 |
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Watch what you wish for! Thursday, July 12, 2012 - 2:00pm Can you imagine having unlimited wishes?? What would you wish for? It sounds like an easy thing to do, but you better watch ... Reservations: Required - Call (859) 231-5500 |
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Caring from Afar: Long Distance Caregiving for Persons with Dementia Monday, July 16, 2012 - 2:00pm Being a caregiver for someone with dementia is not an easy task. It can be even more challenging when you are miles away. How do you know when... Reservations: See Program Description |
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The Young and the Restless Friday, June 1, 2012 - 10:30am
Friday, June 8, 2012 - 10:30am
Friday, June 15, 2012 - 10:30am
Clapping, singing, and listening to great books! Simple story-related activity follows. Reservations: Not Required |
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Super Saturday Storytime Saturday, June 2, 2012 - 11:00am
Saturday, June 9, 2012 - 11:00am
Saturday, June 16, 2012 - 11:00am
A story time filled with books, songs, and a story-related activity. This storytime is especially geared to families who are not able to attend regular... Reservations: Not Required |
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Baby and Me! Tuesday, June 5, 2012 - 10:30am
Tuesday, June 12, 2012 - 10:30am
Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 10:30am
This is a great story time designed for one-on-one interaction with your baby. Let us introduce you to joys of reading, singing, and playing with your child... Reservations: Not Required |
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First Steps Storytime Wednesday, June 6, 2012 - 10:30am
Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - 10:30am
Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 10:30am
Experience fun with songs, finger plays, and books! This story time lasts approximately 15-20 minutes. Great for wigglers! Reservations: Not Required |
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Preschool Storytime Thursday, June 7, 2012 - 10:30am
Thursday, June 14, 2012 - 10:30am
Thursday, June 21, 2012 - 10:30am
Is your child ready to listen to longer books and wanting to know more about their world? This is a wonderful introduction to books for pre-readers, as... Reservations: Not Required |
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Under 40 Book Group Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 7:00pm
Tuesday, July 17, 2012 - 7:00pm
Tuesday, August 21, 2012 - 7:00pm
Would you like to be part of a non-traditional book club? Would you like to discuss interesting books that other book groups might pass on? If you've always... |
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Book Brunch Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 9:30am
Wednesday, July 18, 2012 - 9:30am
Wednesday, August 15, 2012 - 9:30am
If you're an early bird, please join us for a lively discussion on the third Wednesday of the month. Each month we'll pick a new book, fiction or... |