Library Closed through Thursday, April 17

The Library will be closed through Thursday, April 17, as far as we can predict right now. Our meter base was underwater, which means that it has to be replaced then inspected. Finding a replacement has been challenging, but our electrical contractor, AE Electric, has located one for us. Once we get power restored, we'll be able to make needed repairs to our elevators and our fire suppression system.

Until we have power, we have to remain closed. We are so sorry - we want to get our community back into the library, checking out books, attending programs, and playing in the children's area. Thank you for your concern for us, your strong support, and your patience as we work to get everything functioning again.

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Watercolor Pinwheels

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age
:

Grab a paintbrush and use your imagination to create an unusual piece. This program is for kids in grades K-2. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Grab a paintbrush and use your imagination to create an unusual piece. This program is for kids in grades K-2. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Fabric Art

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
:

Combine scraps of fabric to craft a colorful creation. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Please note: priority at this event will be given to families. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Combine scraps of fabric to craft a colorful creation. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Please note: priority at this event will be given to families. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
PreK
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Join us for stories, songs, crafts and other activities for preschoolers, ages 4-5. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, crafts and other activities for preschoolers, ages 4-5. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Teen Homeschool Club: Capital City Museum

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Other Location at Off Site
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
:

Art, science, games, and more – connect with other homeschool teens here. In April, we will be taking a tour of the Capital City Museum.

All homeschool teens in grades 6-12 are welcome to attend. No registration required. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Other Location
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Art, science, games, and more – connect with other homeschool teens here. In April, we will be taking a tour of the Capital City Museum.

All homeschool teens in grades 6-12 are welcome to attend. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Beyond the Plate for Families

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Family
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Join us for a fun night of cooking using the Library’s mobile kitchen! Learn kitchen skills, how to follow a recipe, and more during this hands-on workshop.  We will be making and tasting homemade cinnamon rolls.

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Workshop, Other
Event Details:

Join us for a fun night of cooking using the Library’s mobile kitchen! Learn kitchen skills, how to follow a recipe, and more during this hands-on workshop.  We will be making and tasting homemade cinnamon rolls.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Warp & Weft: An Introduction to Weaving

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
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Join local fiber artist Annie LaForge as she discusses the history and basics of weaving.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 44
Event Details:

Join local fiber artist Annie LaForge as she discusses the history and basics of weaving.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Parents and Tots

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler
:

Young children (ages 2-3), accompanied by an adult, are introduced to simple stories, fingerplays, and activities. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Baby & Toddler
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Young children (ages 2-3), accompanied by an adult, are introduced to simple stories, fingerplays, and activities. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Futures in STEAM: Balloon Car Drag Race

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age
:

It’s a drag race to the finish! Build your own car and race each other with air power. First one to the finish line wins! This program is for tweens in grades 3-5. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

It’s a drag race to the finish! Build your own car and race each other with air power. First one to the finish line wins! This program is for tweens in grades 3-5. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Book Babies

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Baby & Toddler
:

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed especially for our youngest patrons (ages 0-23 months) and their parents or caregivers. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Baby & Toddler
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes designed especially for our youngest patrons (ages 0-23 months) and their parents or caregivers. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Photo of person practicing yoga

Yoga for Beginners

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
:

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.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

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.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Desert scene with investigators standing in front of pyramid

Virtual RPG @ PSPL: Masks of Nyarlathotep

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
:

It is the year 1925, and the stars are almost right! Hidden cults spread their malign influence across the globe. In the dark corners of the Earth, a god mad in shape and purpose waits to unmake the world!

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

It is the year 1925, and the stars are almost right! Hidden cults spread their malign influence across the globe. In the dark corners of the Earth, a god mad in shape and purpose waits to unmake the world!

Elementary Homeschool Club: Cake Decorating 101

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
School Age, Family
:

Homeschool families with children in grades K-5, frost up some fun with cake decorating 101. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Homeschool families with children in grades K-5, frost up some fun with cake decorating 101. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Map showing parts of book covers superimposed over map of Kentucky counties reading "Kentucky Book Group"

Kentucky Book Group

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us for a meeting of the Kentucky Book Group, where we will discuss Pretend the Ball is Named Jim Crow by Dorian Hairston.

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Sower Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Event Details:

Join us for a meeting of the Kentucky Book Group, where we will discuss Pretend the Ball is Named Jim Crow by Dorian Hairston.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

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Teen Advisory Group

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
:

Join us for our monthly Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meeting! Earn service hours, connect with others, and make your voice heard.

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meeting! Earn service hours, connect with others, and make your voice heard.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Reading on the Hill

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Thorn Hill Education Center at Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
:

Join us in the garden at Thorn Hill Learning Center for a traditional storytime. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required. 

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Thorn Hill Education Center
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us in the garden at Thorn Hill Learning Center for a traditional storytime. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Closing at Noon for Good Friday

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Paul Sawyier Public Library

Closing at Noon for Good Friday

Closing
Branches:
Paul Sawyier Public Library
Description:

Closing at Noon for Good Friday

Paper Mosaic Art

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
:

Piece together a mosaic masterpiece! This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Please note: priority at this event will be given to families. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Piece together a mosaic masterpiece! This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Please note: priority at this event will be given to families. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Artist-at-Work: Annie LaForge

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
:

Observe local fiber artist Annie LaForge as she demonstrates the art of weaving. No registration, just drop by!

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Observe local fiber artist Annie LaForge as she demonstrates the art of weaving. No registration, just drop by!

Game dice rolled onto a table

RPG Demo Day: Trail of Cthulhu

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
:

Learn to play Trail of Cthulhu, the roleplaying game of investigative horror, occult mysteries, and terrors from beyond space and time! Join a party of hard-boiled jazz-age investigators on the trail of a gangland murderer.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn to play Trail of Cthulhu, the roleplaying game of investigative horror, occult mysteries, and terrors from beyond space and time! Join a party of hard-boiled jazz-age investigators on the trail of a gangland murderer.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Easter Closing

All Day
Paul Sawyier Public Library

Closed for Easter

Closing
Branches:
Paul Sawyier Public Library
Description:

Closed for Easter

Let's Talk About It

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
:

Let's talk about it! Join Focus on Race Relations (FORR) and PSPL for a community discussion of race-related issues in Frankfort and beyond.

April's topic is "Scarcity vs. Abundance".

No registration necessary. All are welcome!

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion Group
Event Details:

Let's talk about it! Join Focus on Race Relations (FORR) and PSPL for a community discussion of race-related issues in Frankfort and beyond.

April's topic is "Scarcity vs. Abundance".

No registration necessary. All are welcome!

A Celebration of Poetry

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Author Event
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us as we celebrate National Poetry Month with readings by Kentucky poets David Cazden, Libby Falk Jones, and Samantha Ratcliffe. A signing will follow with books available for purchase.

Sponsored by Broadstone Books and PSPL.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 47
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate National Poetry Month with readings by Kentucky poets David Cazden, Libby Falk Jones, and Samantha Ratcliffe. A signing will follow with books available for purchase.

Sponsored by Broadstone Books and PSPL.

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

Reduce, Reuse, and Read!

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
:

Let’s put the art in earth and cultivate our creativity! This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Please note: priority at this event will be given to families. 

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Let’s put the art in earth and cultivate our creativity! This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. 

Please note: priority at this event will be given to families. 

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.

PokéClub

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age, Family
:

Catching them all just got a little easier. Come trade cards, play games, or just socialize with like-minded poké-maniacs!

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Catching them all just got a little easier. Come trade cards, play games, or just socialize with like-minded poké-maniacs!

Disclaimer(s)

Programs and events are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify library staff.