Events

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.

Foster a love of reading in your preschooler through this engaging storytime! Join us for books, songs, movement, and art activities that encourage the development of early learning skills. Ages 3-6.

For long-time anime lovers and newcomers alike, join us every week as we watch popular films and series from your favorite genres. Ages 10-19

Play video games, board games, and more after school at Newburg!  Program will be canceled on days that JCPS does not have school.
 

Enjoy teen space with the art cart and board games. Middle and high school students.

Video games, movies, and crafts… oh my! Visit the Teen Underground after school for an activity and to hang out with friends. Ages 12-19.

Join us for our weekly after-school program where we explore video games, STEM related-activities, movies, and more. Ages 6 - 12

Do you want to start a podcast? This program takes you through the whole podcasting process including concept, the fundamentals of audio recording and some tips on how to publish your show.

Join us to learn how to use the Maker Pavilion's Glowforge Laser Cutter machine. This beginner level class will walk you through operation of the Glowforge and fundamental laser design concepts. Basic computer skills required, proficient computer skills recommended. Registration required: email Courtney.Hatley@lfpl.org to sign up. Ages 13+

The work of land system geographers plays an important role in understanding, maintaining, and sustaining the environment and well-being of communities across the globe. This short course will introduce participants to different human-environment systems, discuss how geographers think about them, and foster critical thinking skills for a better understanding of the world around us.

Part 4 builds on skills learned in Part 3. Topics include sorting and filtering, tables and pivot tables, what-if analyses, and basic macros.  Email seth.cohen@lfpl.org to register.

Come learn about zines and make your own! Any experience level, materials provided. Call (502) 574-1793 or email lou.smith@lfpl.org to register

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.

The last Friday of every month, our teens meet to recommend and organize activities at the Newburg Library for the following months. 

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 walking tour of the Clifton neighborhood, adjacent to Crescent Hill, which includes the historic 1883 building on the grounds of the American Printing House for the Blind. On the two-hour, three-mile tour, we'll find evidence of the evolution of the area from a sparsely populated rural community in 1830 to a densely settled urban Louisville neighborhood. Tour will start at Crescent Hill Library and be lead by representatives of the American Printing House for the Blind. Bring comfortable walking shoes and call 502-574-1793 to register. Limit 25.

Take a FREE full-length ACT practice test for students who wish to gain experience taking the ACT. 
Please bring two #2 pencils, a photo ID, and a calculator. Please call (502) 375-2051 to register, limit 10. Grades 7th – 12th
 
 

Please join us for a question and answer session with St Matthews City Council members. Bring your questions for discussion and get a chance to meet and speak with these local lawmakers. All are welcome! 

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

Join us at the South Central Regional Library for a day full of family fun as we explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Mathematics with the Kentucky Science Center, Southland Dairy, Louisville Nature Center, Central Creativity, Louisville Astronomical Society, Irving Materials, Stemy & more! You will not want to miss out. For more information, please call 502-964-3515.

Join COLLIDER Artist-in-Residence Jenna Richards in the LFPL Maker Lab and see the Glowforge laser cutter in action. We'll be cutting bookmarks with the library logo. No sign ups necessary for this STEAM Day event demonstration. All ages welcome. 

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with Encanto, Rated PG, running time 1 hour and 39 minutes. Wear your pajamas and bring your blankets to snuggle up with a movie. Popcorn will be provided, families welcome!

Enjoy a read-in at the library with the illustrious women of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. as they share stories and serve the community.  

The Clifton Community Council invites everyone to attend a video presentation of 43 historic photos of the Clifton neighborhood dating from 1894 to 1948.  Many of the photos depict scenes along Frankfort Avenue along with photos from The Tollhouse and KY School for the Blind.   The historic photos were acquired in 1993 from the University of Louisville Photographic Archives, Filson Club, and through donations from Clifton residents.  They were originally exhibited at Clifton's Pizza from 1993 to 2019, and last year were moved to United Crescent Hill Ministries.

Come visit Western Library for a presentation and discussion on little-known historical, innovative, and/or cultural contributions made by African-Americans.  Each month will cover a different topic or genre.  You will be inspired by their stories!  This month’s topic: Beauty & Fashion Innovators.

Learn to plot coordinates and compass directions directly onto a topographical paper map to plan your own routes with Jefferson County Search Dog Association.

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 Ahmed.Farah@lfpl.org, or call 502-574-1720