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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Kentucky's Packhorse Librarians

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Author Event
Age Group:
Adults
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Join author Nicki Jacobsmeyer as she reads from and discusses her new book, Kentucky's Packhorse Librarians. A book signing will follow, with copies available for purchase.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Join author Nicki Jacobsmeyer as she reads from and discusses her new book, Kentucky's Packhorse Librarians. A book signing will follow, with copies available for purchase.

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.

Get to Know Kanopy

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
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Join us for an informational session on how to sign-up and utilize the library’s digital collection, Kanopy. Participants will learn how to properly search, download, and interact with content available through Kanopy.

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

Join us for an informational session on how to sign-up and utilize the library’s digital collection, Kanopy. Participants will learn how to properly search, download, and interact with content available through Kanopy.

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.

Yoga for Beginners

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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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.

Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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, May 14, 2025 at 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
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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: Crafting with Calligraphy

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age, Family
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Homeschool families with children in grades K-5, craft in a whole new way as we learn the basics of calligraphy. No registration required. 

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

Homeschool families with children in grades K-5, craft in a whole new way as we learn the basics of calligraphy. 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.

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Kentucky Book Group

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
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Join us for a meeting of the Kentucky Book Group, where we will discuss My Old Kentucky Home: The Astonishing Life and Reckoning of an Iconic American Song by Emily Bingham.

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 My Old Kentucky Home: The Astonishing Life and Reckoning of an Iconic American Song by Emily Bingham.

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.

Let's Talk About It

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
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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.

May's topic is "Did Your Ancestors Enslave Others, and Does That Matter Now?"

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.

May's topic is "Did Your Ancestors Enslave Others, and Does That Matter Now?"

Photo of person practicing yoga

Yoga for Beginners

Wednesday, May 21, 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.

Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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, May 21, 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!

Memorial Day Closing

All Day
Paul Sawyier Public Library

Memorial Day Closing

Closing
Branches:
Paul Sawyier Public Library
Description:

Memorial Day Closing

QWERTY Club

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
:

Are you someone who is interested in elevating your typing skills? Look no further!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Sower Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Are you someone who is interested in elevating your typing skills? Look no further!

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.

Capital Pride Presents

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join PSPL and Capital Pride KY for Capital Pride Presents, a community discussion where everyone is invited to ask questions and discuss topics related to the LGBTQ+ community.

May's discussion topic is "We've Seen This All Before".

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

Join PSPL and Capital Pride KY for Capital Pride Presents, a community discussion where everyone is invited to ask questions and discuss topics related to the LGBTQ+ community.

May's discussion topic is "We've Seen This All Before".

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Mystery Book Group

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us for a meeting of the Mystery Book Group, where we will discuss Liar, Dreamer, Thief by Maria Dong.

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

Join us for a meeting of the Mystery Book Group, where we will discuss Liar, Dreamer, Thief by Maria Dong.

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, May 28, 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!

Back to the Basics: Basic Microsoft Excel (Part 2)

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
:

In today’s world, having basic computer literacy is essential. It involves understanding the functions of a computer, the internet, software, and more.

Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

In today’s world, having basic computer literacy is essential. It involves understanding the functions of a computer, the internet, software, and more.

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.

PSPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
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Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Sower Board Room
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Frankfort Heritage Lecture Series - The Beauchamp Tragedy: Frankfort's Most Famous 19th Century Murder

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
:

The subject of what is often regarded as Robert Penn Warren's best novel as well as unfinished play by Edgar Alan Poe, the murder of Solomon P.

Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

The subject of what is often regarded as Robert Penn Warren's best novel as well as unfinished play by Edgar Alan Poe, the murder of Solomon P.

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.

Nonfiction Discussion Group

Wednesday, July 2, 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 monthly discussion group where we read a variety of nonfiction selections. In February, we will discuss Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson.

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

Join us for a monthly discussion group where we read a variety of nonfiction selections. In February, we will discuss Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson.

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.

Independence Day Closing

All Day
Paul Sawyier Public Library

Independence Day Closing

Closing
Branches:
Paul Sawyier Public Library
Description:

Independence Day Closing

PSPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
:

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Sower Board Room

Nonfiction Discussion Group

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us for a monthly discussion group where we read a variety of nonfiction selections. In February, we will discuss Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson.

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

Join us for a monthly discussion group where we read a variety of nonfiction selections. In February, we will discuss Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson.

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.

PSPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
:

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Sower Board Room

Labor Day Closing

All Day
Paul Sawyier Public Library

Labor Day Closing

Closing
Branches:
Paul Sawyier Public Library
Description:

Labor Day Closing

Nonfiction Discussion Group

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us for a monthly discussion group where we read a variety of nonfiction selections. In February, we will discuss Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson.

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

Join us for a monthly discussion group where we read a variety of nonfiction selections. In February, we will discuss Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson.

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.