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Summer Reading 2013

Check out this informative video that will tell you about summer reading! (versión en español)

Wondering how you can participate in summer reading?

 

 

Complete a reading log for a gift and your chance to win prizes.

View the Summer Reading Prizes

 

 

School Summer Reading Lists

We have many of the the reading lists available for fayette county schools.

Find your school's reading list

 

Summer Reading Events

There's a lot going on at the Lexington Public Library this summer. Get involved and come to some of the summer reading events!

Summer Reading Kickoff Party

Join us to kick off the Summer Reading Program. Fun and activities for all ages.
Sat, 06/01/2013 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Village Branch - Large Meeting Room
Age Groups: families, all kids, adults

Noteworthy Landscape Plants

Come learn all about proven landscape plant performers for the Bluegrass. These include shrubs and perennials, many native, that have outstanding ornamental attributes and few pest problems.
Mon, 06/03/2013 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Groups: adults, all ages, seniors

Dinosaur Club

Come to the Dinosaur Club at the Village Branch to participate in all kinds of fun dinosaur activities! This program will be most enjoyed by children between the ages of 5 and 12.
Mon, 06/03/2013 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Village Branch - Small Meeting Room
Age Groups: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade

Little Diggers Storytime

This story time will allow children to build reading readiness skills through stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and games. Children 5 and younger are welcome.
Thu, 06/06/2013 - 4:30pm - 4:55pm
Village Branch -
Age Groups: baby (1-2 years), toddler (2-3 years), preschool (3-5 Years)

Groundbreaking Animals

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 and more. Recommended for ages 5 and up.
Mon, 06/10/2013 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Northside Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Groups: K-1st grade

Dinosaur Club

Come to the Dinosaur Club at the Village Branch to participate in all kinds of fun dinosaur activities! This program will be most enjoyed by children between the ages of 5 and 12.
Mon, 06/10/2013 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Village Branch - Small Meeting Room
Age Groups: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade

Groundbreaking Animals

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 and more. Registration required.
Mon, 06/10/2013 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Beaumont Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Groups: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade

Something Old, Something New

Learn about the evolution of customs and traditions surrounding the wedding day. Changes in wedding traditions and customs are viewed as they evolved from the 17th century to present day.
Mon, 06/10/2013 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tates Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Groups: adults, seniors

Groundbreaking Animals

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 and more.
Mon, 06/10/2013 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Eagle Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Groups: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade

I Dig Reading Drop-in Craft

Drop-in and dig into some fun crafts and activities.
Tue, 06/04/2013 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Eagle Creek Branch - Large Conference Room
Age Groups: K-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade