| Sun | 1 pm - 5 pm |
| Mon-Thu | 9 am - 9 pm |
| Fri | 9 am - 6 pm |
| Sat | 9 am - 5 pm |
Transportation
Served by all LexTran routes via Transit Center on Vine Street.
Parking
Two hours of free parking in Lexington Public Library Parking Garage [3] with ticket validated inside Central Library;
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Parking Rates [5]
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Monthly Parking [6]
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FAQ [7]
Special Features
- Foucault pendulum and world’s largest ceiling clock [10]
- Equine frieze [11] by Adalin Wichman
- Kentucky Woodlands, mural by Lori James
- Computer Center
- Kentucky Room [12]
- Central Library Gallery [13]
- 139-seat Farish Theater
- Friends Book Cellar [14]
Upcoming Events, Classes, & Storytimes
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Job Lab @ Central Library [15] Open lab time to work on job search skills, resume or cover letter writing skills, and job applications with computer teachers present to answer questions... |
Thursday, May 23rd, 3:00PM - 4:30PM | |
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Job Lab @ Central Library [16] Open lab time to work on job search skills, resume or cover letter writing skills, and job applications with computer teachers present to answer questions... |
Thursday, May 30th, 3:00PM - 4:30PM | |
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Job Lab @ Central Library [17] Open lab time to work on job search skills, resume or cover letter writing skills, and job applications with computer teachers present to answer questions... |
Monday, Jun 3rd, 3:00PM - 4:30PM | |
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Job Lab @ Central Library [18] Open lab time to work on job search skills, resume or cover letter writing skills, and job applications with computer teachers present to answer questions... |
Thursday, Jun 6th, 3:00PM - 4:30PM | |
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Job Lab @ Central Library [19] Open lab time to work on job search skills, resume or cover letter writing skills, and job applications with computer teachers present to answer questions... |
Monday, Jun 10th, 3:00PM - 4:30PM | |
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Job Lab @ Central Library [20] Open lab time to work on job search skills, resume or cover letter writing skills, and job applications with computer teachers present to answer questions... |
Thursday, Jun 13th, 3:00PM - 4:30PM | |
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Job Lab @ Central Library [21] Open lab time to work on job search skills, resume or cover letter writing skills, and job applications with computer teachers present to answer questions... |
Monday, Jun 17th, 3:00PM - 4:30PM | |
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Job Lab @ Central Library [22] Open lab time to work on job search skills, resume or cover letter writing skills, and job applications with computer teachers present to answer questions... |
Thursday, Jun 20th, 3:00PM - 4:30PM |
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Computer Basics 2 [23] Practice using the mouse, get signed up for an email account, and learn to use an email account. Prerequisite: Computer Basics Level 1 class or ability to... Signup Information [24] Registration begins Friday, May 10th |
Friday, May 24th, 10:00AM - 12:00PM | |
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Computer Basics 3 [25] Practice managing files, using the recycle bin, and signing up for additional computer classes. Prerequisite: Computer Basics Level 2 class or experience... Signup Information [26] Registration begins Saturday, May 11th |
Saturday, May 25th, 10:00AM - 12:00PM | |
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Introduction to MS Word 2013 [27] Learners will discover the basics of word processing, including creating, formatting, and printing a simple document. Prerequisite: Explore PC Basics or... Signup Information [28] Registration begins Monday, May 20th |
Monday, Jun 3rd, 9:30AM - 11:30AM | |
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Additional features of MS Word 2013 [29] Learners will experience more advanced word processing tasks including bulleted and numbered lists, and cut/copy/paste functions. Prerequisite:... Signup Information [30] Registration begins Monday, May 27th |
Monday, Jun 10th, 9:30AM - 11:30AM | |
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Introduction to MS Word 2013 [31] Learners will discover the basics of word processing, including creating, formatting, and printing a simple document. Prerequisite: Explore PC Basics or... Signup Information [32] Registration begins Friday, May 31st |
Friday, Jun 14th, 9:30AM - 11:30AM | |
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Introduction to MS Word 2013 [33] Learners will discover the basics of word processing, including creating, formatting, and printing a simple document. Prerequisite: Explore PC Basics or... Signup Information [34] Registration begins Wednesday, Jun 5th |
Wednesday, Jun 19th, 1:30PM - 3:30PM | |
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Additional features of MS Word 2013 [35] Learners will experience more advanced word processing tasks including bulleted and numbered lists, and cut/copy/paste functions. Prerequisite:... Signup Information [36] Registration begins Friday, Jun 7th |
Friday, Jun 21st, 9:30AM - 11:30AM | |
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Learn to use the mouse and keyboard [37] Learners will experience a tutorial that teaches all the basic mouse movements, along with a brief introduction to ergonomics and touch typing. No computer... Signup Information [38] Registration begins Wednesday, May 22nd |
Wednesday, Jun 5th, 1:30PM - 2:30PM | |
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Learn to navigate Windows 8 [39] Learners will discover how to effectively navigate in Windows 8. Participants tour the Start screen and experiment with touch gestures, live tiles, and... Signup Information [40] Registration begins Wednesday, May 22nd |
Wednesday, Jun 5th, 2:45PM - 3:45PM | |
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Learn to use the mouse and keyboard [41] Learners will experience a tutorial that teaches all the basic mouse movements, along with a brief introduction to ergonomics and touch typing. No computer... Signup Information [42] Registration begins Saturday, May 25th |
Saturday, Jun 8th, 9:30AM - 10:30AM | |
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Discover information on the internet [43] Learners will learn to visit a website by entering the web address in the browser, and learn the basics of simple web searching and entering data in online... Signup Information [44] Registration begins Saturday, May 25th |
Saturday, Jun 8th, 10:45AM - 11:45AM | |
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Discover information on the internet [45] Learners will learn to visit a website by entering the web address in the browser, and learn the basics of simple web searching and entering data in online... Signup Information [46] Registration begins Wednesday, May 29th |
Wednesday, Jun 12th, 1:30PM - 2:30PM | |
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Explore PC Basics [47] This workshop is designed for an audience that is new to computing. In addition to getting an introduction to the Windows 8 PC, learners will discover how... Signup Information [48] Registration begins Saturday, Jun 1st |
Saturday, Jun 15th, 9:30AM - 10:30AM | |
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Introduction to Excel 2013 [49] This class introduces the basic functions and uses of a spreadsheet program. Prerequisite: Introduction to MS Word 2013 or previous experience using... Signup Information [50] Registration begins Wednesday, May 22nd |
Wednesday, Jun 5th, 6:30PM - 8:30PM | |
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Introduction to Excel 2013 [51] This class introduces the basic functions and uses of a spreadsheet program. Prerequisite: Introduction to MS Word 2013 or previous experience using... Signup Information [52] Registration begins Monday, Jun 3rd |
Monday, Jun 17th, 9:30AM - 11:30AM | |
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Introduction to Photoshop [53] Fix "Red-eye" and remove blemishes from portraits. Learn how to combine several images into a single photo and move parts of one photo to another and add... Signup Information [54] Registration begins Saturday, Jun 8th |
Saturday, Jun 22nd, 9:30AM - 11:30AM | |
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Meet the new Windows [55] Learners will experience the new features of Windows 8, including how to personalize their device with picture password, download apps they love, and use... Signup Information [56] Registration begins Friday, May 24th |
Friday, Jun 7th, 9:30AM - 11:30AM | |
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Reinvent your mail with Outlook.com [57] This workshop showcases the exciting features of Outlook.com and highlights the sleek new interface. Learners will discover how to connect their social... Signup Information [58] Registration begins Wednesday, May 29th |
Wednesday, Jun 12th, 2:45PM - 3:45PM | |
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Introduction to Powerpoint 2013 [59] Learners will explore the basic functions and uses of a presentation program and create a simple slideshow presentation. Prerequisite: Introduction to MS... Signup Information [60] Registration begins Wednesday, May 29th |
Wednesday, Jun 12th, 6:30PM - 8:30PM | |
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Reinvent your mail with Outlook.com [61] This workshop showcases the exciting features of Outlook.com and highlights the sleek new interface. Learners will discover how to connect their social... Signup Information [62] Registration begins Saturday, Jun 1st |
Saturday, Jun 15th, 10:45AM - 11:45AM |
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Super Saturday Storytimes [63] Even if it's gloomy outside, stop by the library for some Saturday morning fun! Stories, songs and crafts! Start your weekend right! |
Saturday, May 25th, 11:00AM - 11:30AM | |
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Super Saturday Storytimes [64] Even if it's gloomy outside, stop by the library for some Saturday morning fun! Stories, songs and crafts! Start your weekend right! |
Saturday, Jun 1st, 11:00AM - 11:30AM | |
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Super Saturday Storytimes [65] Even if it's gloomy outside, stop by the library for some Saturday morning fun! Stories, songs and crafts! Start your weekend right! |
Saturday, Jun 8th, 11:00AM - 11:30AM | |
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Super Saturday Storytimes [66] Even if it's gloomy outside, stop by the library for some Saturday morning fun! Stories, songs and crafts! Start your weekend right! |
Saturday, Jun 15th, 11:00AM - 11:30AM | |
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Super Saturday Storytimes [67] Even if it's gloomy outside, stop by the library for some Saturday morning fun! Stories, songs and crafts! Start your weekend right! |
Saturday, Jun 22nd, 11:00AM - 11:30AM |
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English Conversation Group [68] An intermediate to advanced level English class that focuses on developing fluency through small group activities and discussion. |
Tuesday, May 28th, 12:30PM - 2:00PM | |
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Spanish for Beginners [69] A free 8 week Spanish course that focuses on practical application. The class starts with the alphabet and builds up to basic conversation pieces. Signup Information [70] Registration begins Friday, Mar 1st |
Tuesday, May 28th, 5:30PM - 7:00PM | |
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English Conversation Group [71] An intermediate to advanced level English class that focuses on developing fluency through small group activities and discussion. |
Tuesday, Jun 4th, 12:30PM - 2:00PM | |
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English Conversation Group [72] An intermediate to advanced level English class that focuses on developing fluency through small group activities and discussion. |
Tuesday, Jun 11th, 12:30PM - 2:00PM | |
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English Conversation Group [73] An intermediate to advanced level English class that focuses on developing fluency through small group activities and discussion. |
Tuesday, Jun 18th, 12:30PM - 2:00PM |
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Good Foods Film Series - GAS HOLE [74] "Gas Hole" is an eye-opening documentary about the history of oil prices and sheds light on a secret that the big oil companies don't want you to know -... |
Tuesday, May 28th, 6:00PM - 9:00PM | |
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Film Screening: RIVER'S EDGE [75] Lexington Film League presents RIVER'S EDGE starring Keanu Reeves and Crispin Glover |
Saturday, May 25th, 2:00PM - 4:00PM | |
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Film Screening: BACK TO THE FUTURE [76] Lexington Film League presents BACK TO THE FUTURE |
Sunday, May 26th, 2:00PM - 4:00PM | |
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DAZED AND CONFUSED [77] Film Screening: DAZED AND CONFUSED |
Wednesday, May 29th, 7:00PM - 7:50PM |
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Friends Book Cellar 20% Off Sale [78] The Friends Book Cellar is open from 1:00-5:00 PM on the first Sunday of each month for a 20% off sale. The Friends Book Cellar is located in the Lower... |
Sunday, Jun 2nd, 1:00PM - 5:00PM |
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613.7 PARTY! [79] This ain't yo' grandma's workout class! Join us every other Wednesday night this summer as we party through alternative workout DVDs, podcasts, and programs... |
Wednesday, May 29th, 7:30PM - 8:30PM | |
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613.7 PARTY! [80] This ain't yo' grandma's workout class! Join us every other Wednesday night this summer as we party through alternative workout DVDs, podcasts, and programs... |
Wednesday, Jun 12th, 7:00PM - 8:00PM | |
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Jazz: Live at the Library! [81] Free jazz performances every second Thursday of the month at the Farish Theater. Sponsored by the Jazz Arts Foundation and Jamey Aebersold Jazz. |
Thursday, Jun 13th, 7:00PM - 8:30PM |
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Hello Summer Reading!! Dig into Summer! [82] Come join us as you start your summer off by getting ready for Summer Reading! We will have refreshments, crafts, and some digging fun! Bring everyone in... |
Monday, Jun 3rd, 11:00AM - 2:00PM | |
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Groundbreaking Animals [83] The Natural History Education company will showcase animals that dig into the ground for their prey. See live animals such as a raccoon, opossum, bobcat... Signup Information [84] Registration begins Tuesday, May 28th |
Tuesday, Jun 11th, 10:00AM - 11:00AM | |
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Young Archeologists: Dinosaur Excavation [85] Excavate your own Dinosaur at the Library! Using your spirit of adventure and small tools dig into sandstone blocks to find a dinosaur model to take home... Signup Information [86] Registration begins Thursday, May 30th |
Thursday, Jun 13th, 2:00PM - 3:30PM | |
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Movies on the Big Screen [87] Please join us for family friendly films at Farish Theater. For film titles, please contact the Children's Department. Signup Information [88] Registration begins Monday, May 20th |
Monday, Jun 3rd, 2:00PM - 4:30PM | |
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Movies on the Big Screen [89] Please join us for family friendly films at Farish Theater. For film titles, please contact the Children's Department. Signup Information [90] Registration begins Monday, Jun 3rd |
Monday, Jun 17th, 2:00PM - 4:30PM | |
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Pop-up Makerspace: Hand-Drawing [91] From hand-drawing to 3D printing, find out how to use these tools to turn your ideas into reality. The first workshop in this series will focus on hand-... Signup Information [92] |
Monday, Jun 17th, 2:00PM - 4:00PM | |
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Greece Lightning [93] The actors from Bright Star Theatre take a hilarious romp through all things Greek you know, mythology, the Olympics, yogurt Signup Information [94] Registration begins Tuesday, Jun 4th |
Tuesday, Jun 18th, 10:00AM - 11:00AM | |
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Pop-up Makerspace: Model-Making [95] In our second workshop in this series, you will learn how to turn your drawings into models using three primary modeling techniques: lines (basswood),... Signup Information [96] |
Tuesday, Jun 18th, 2:00PM - 4:00PM | |
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Let's Build! [97] Towers, bridges, buildings, robots... You are only limited by your imagination! We'll have a variety of blocks, legos, and more to help you create a... Signup Information [98] Registration begins Wednesday, Jun 5th |
Wednesday, Jun 19th, 2:00PM - 3:30PM | |
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Pop-up Makerspace: 3D Scanning & the Digital Model [99] Today your models transform from the physical to digital! In the third workshop of this series, you will scan your model directly into the computer using a... Signup Information [100] |
Wednesday, Jun 19th, 2:00PM - 4:00PM | |
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Pop-up Makerspace: 3D Printing [101] Have you heard the buzz about 3D printers? Do you have questions about how it works? In the last workshop of this series, watch a 3D printer in action and... Signup Information [102] |
Thursday, Jun 20th, 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
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Make a picnic place mat drop-in craft! [103] Dig into our Summer Reading theme by making a place mat featuring a burrowing animal-The Ant! Then use your red and white checkered place mat for picnics... |
Saturday, Jun 1st, 2:00PM - 4:00PM | |
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Waiting to Learn [104] Every moment we spend with our children, no matter how small, can be an opportunity to teach them something new. Come discover some fun new ways to prepare... Signup Information [105] Registration begins Tuesday, Apr 30th |
Saturday, Jun 8th, 11:30AM - 12:30PM |
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Digging up the Past! [106] The Adult Services department is sponsoring a local writing contest that encourages teens to interview elderly relatives or local senior citizens about... Signup Information [107] Registration begins Wednesday, May 15th |
Tuesday, Jun 18th, 6:00PM - 7:30PM |
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