NEW Streaming Film Collection: Kanopy With Kanopy, you will have access to more than 30,000 films, for free. Sign up to start streaming films instantly. Films can be streamed from any computer, television, mobile device or platform by downloading the Kanopy app for iOS, Android, AppleTV, Chromecast, or Roku. Offering what the New York Times calls “a garden of cinematic delights,” Kanopy showcases more than 30,000 of the world’s best films, including award-winning documentaries, rare and hard-to-find titles, film festival favorites, indie and classic films, and world cinema. With the motto of "thoughtful entertainment," Kanopy provides PSPL patrons with access to films of unique social and cultural value; films that are often difficult or impossible to access elsewhere, and programming that features diversity, with a wide array of foreign language films and films on race and current affairs. Find Kanopy here. Find Kanopy for Kids here. And take a look at our other digital collections here. |
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Murder Mystery at the Library! The Library was supposed to be hosting a concert of everyone’s favorite literary classic rock band, Nancy Pearl Jam, but something terrible happened! The lead singer, Otis Reading, was tragically killed moments before the opening song. Join the Library and the other band members (i.e. suspects) to investigate the crime and find out who is really behind this heinous crime. Free tickets are available -- call us or just stop by the Check Out Desk -- for showings at 6:00pm, 6:30pm, 7:00pm, and 7:30pm on Saturday, July 21. This is going to be fun! |
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Parents and Tots Tuesday, July 3, at 5:30pm Monday, July 9, at 10am Tuesday, July 10, at 5:30pm Young children (ages 2-3), accompanied by an adult, are introduced to simple stories, fingerplays, and activities during this 5-week storytime series. Preschool Storytime Tuesday, July 3, at 6:30pm Monday, July 9, at 11am Tuesday, July 10, at 6:30pm Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and other activities for preschoolers (ages 4-5 and kids entering Kindergarten in the fall). Patrons should choose one of the two 5-week sessions. Libraries Rock Pop Culture: Let's Karaoke! Thursday, July 5, at 4:30pm Take center stage and sing your favorite karaoke songs! Grades 3-12. Hands-On Workshops for Tweens: Snacks that Rock Monday, July 9, at 4:30pm Tweens in grades 3-5, learn how to make some rocking snacks. |
Book Babies Tuesday, July 10, at 11am Book Babies is a program of stories, songs, and rhymes specially designed for our youngest patrons (ages 0-24 months) and their parents or caregivers. Booksters: STEAM Rocks Wednesday, July 11, at 4:30pm Kids in grades 1-2, discover rocks through exciting STEAM activities. Libraries Rock Pop Culture: Comic Book Fandom Fun Thursday, July 12, at 4:30pm Embrace your inner hero, and make a mini graphic novel. Grades 3-12. Hands-On Workshops for Tweens: CD Scratch Art Monday, July 16, at 4:30pm Old CDs provide a great medium for scratch art! Come make your own scratch art project during this workshop for tweens in grades 3-5. |
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Geology Rocks Friday, July 6, at 10:30am Be a rockin’ geologist and paleontologist for a day as you discover and unearth beautiful rocks, minerals, and fossils with the Living Arts and Science Center! Families with kids of all ages are welcome, and registration is not required. Family Yoga Saturday, July 7, at 11am Take time out of your busy schedule to relax and do yoga together. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Families with kids of all ages are welcome, and registration is not required. |
Wednesdays at the Park: You Rock Wednesday, July 11, at 10:30am You are an amazing person! Celebrate what makes you unique. Bring a clean white shirt to tie-dye! **This program will meet at The Archery Park at Cove Spring.** Registration is not required. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Family Putt-Putt Golf Saturday, July 14, at 11am Bring your family to play PSPL's Fairy Tale Putt-Putt Golf! Families with kids of all ages are welcome, and registration is not required. |
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Chris Camp: The Whip Guy Thursday, July 12, at 10am OR 6:30pm Join world record holding bullwhip performer Chris Camp in a wild and exciting show. This show does include sudden, loud noises. All ages are welcome and registration is not required. **This program will be held at Bridgeport Elementary** |
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Instrument Petting Zoo with Lexington Philharmonic Friday, July 13, at 10:30am OR 11:15am Kids of all ages will have the opportunity to touch, hold, discover, and play instruments from all families. **Free tickets will be available at the Youth Services Desk. Families needing more than 4 tickets can contact the Youth Services Department at 502-352-2665 x205. |
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Film Discussion Group Thursday, July 5, at 6:30pm Please join us as we discuss Key Largo directed by John Huston. Breakfast with a Book Saturday, July 7, at 9:30am Please join us as we discuss The Violent American Century: War and Terror Since World War II by John W. Dower. Inside the Lines Coloring Club Saturday, July 7, at 1-3pm Adult coloring books offer a fun way to unwind and tap into your creativity. No registration required. PSPL at the Movies: A Shot at Glory Tuesday, July 10, at 6:30pm Join us to discuss this film about the manager of a second tier Scottish soccer team who, when faced with pressure from the team’s American owner, is forced to bring in a new superstar player. |
Milestones & Meltdowns Wednesday, July 11, at 11am A parenting group for anyone with a child from birth to age 3. No registration required. Yoga for Beginners Wednesday, July 11, at 6pm Certified yoga instructor Grace Rogers will lead participants in breathing exercises, simple physical postures with some flowing in between, and relaxation. Please wear comfortable clothing, and bring a yoga mat if you have one. Community Book Discussion: The Hate U Give Monday, July 16, at 6:30pm Join the Frankfort Anti-Racism Advocates and PSPL to discuss this thought-provoking novel about a teen girl who is the only witness to her friend’s fatal shooting by a police officer. |
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Frankfort Comic-Con Saturday, July 14, at 10am-6pm Capital Plaza Hotel Visit the PSPL booth during Frankfort’s first comic and pop culture convention! |
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Active Around Frankfort: Bowling Tuesday, July 3, at 7pm Teens in grades 6-12, let's strike out with bowling and learn fun new skills. **This program will meet at Capital Bowl** Libraries Rock Pop Culture: Let's Karaoke! Thursday, July 5, at 4:30pm Take center stage, and sing your favorite karaoke songs! Grades 3-12. Libraries Rock the Arts: Mosaic Tile Art Monday, July 9, at 6pm Teens in grades 6-12, learn about the world of mosaic art, and create your own tile. |
Active Around Frankfort: Yoga Tuesday, July 10, at 7pm Teens in grades 6-12, relax with some Beatles-inspired yoga with instructor Grace Rogers. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Libraries Rock Pop Culture: Comic Book Fandom Fun Thursday, July 12, at 4:30pm Embrace your inner hero, and make a mini graphic novel. Grades 3-12. Libraries Rock the Arts: Landscape Watercolor Monday, July 16, at 6pm Teens in grades 6-12, experience outdoor landscape painting. **This program will meet at the waterfall at Cove Spring Park** |
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| | Parakeet Encounter | June 22 |
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| Pride Month Theatrical Selections | June 25 |
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| Name That Tune! | June 28 |
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| Parakeet Encounter | June 22 |
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| Booksters: Spy Day | June 27 |
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