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Capital Pride Presents

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
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.Apri...

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.

April's discussion topic is "Queerness in Comics".

Desert scene with investigators standing in front of pyramid

Virtual RPG @ PSPL: Masks of Nyarlathotep

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
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 w...

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!

Homeschool Sewing Club

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Family
Event Details:

Homeschool families with children in grades K-12, stitch up some fun with basic sewing 101.  This month we will be making scented sachets. No registration required. 

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

Homeschool families with children in grades K-12, stitch up some fun with basic sewing 101.  This month we will be making scented sachets. 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.

Teen Craft: Painting Swap

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Bring a friend to this collaborative craft! You’ll start the painting and switch with a friend every 10 minutes to create a teamwork powered creation.All interested teens are welco...

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

Bring a friend to this collaborative craft! You’ll start the painting and switch with a friend every 10 minutes to create a teamwork powered creation.

All interested teens 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.

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Breakfast with a Book

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a meeting of Breakfast with a Book, where we will discuss The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy.This book discussion group is for people who enjoy reading ...

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

Join us for a meeting of Breakfast with a Book, where we will discuss The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy.

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.

Reading on the Hill

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Thorn Hill Education Center at Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
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.&nb...

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.

Cosmic Celebration

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Come to the party, you will! Celebrate everyone’s favorite space adventure movies with galactic snacks and cosmic crafts.   This program is for children of all ages, acco...

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

Come to the party, you will! Celebrate everyone’s favorite space adventure movies with galactic snacks and cosmic crafts.   This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. 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.

Tie Dye Candy Creations

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

Take your candy making to the next level using tie dye. 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:

Take your candy making to the next level using tie dye. 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.

Film Screening: American Delivery

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate International Day of the Midwife with a special screening of American Delivery. In the U.S.—where more women die in childbirth than any other wealthy nation—the joys of p...

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

Celebrate International Day of the Midwife with a special screening of American Delivery. In the U.S.—where more women die in childbirth than any other wealthy nation—the joys of pregnancy and motherhood are often overshadowed by fear.

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.

UBC Meeting

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Bookclub meeting

This is not a library sponsored event. This meeting will be displayed on the Library calendar
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Bookclub meeting

QWERTY Club

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you someone who is interested in elevating your typing skills? Look no further!QWERTY club is a bi-monthly group designed to enhance touch typing proficiency among beginning ty...

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.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
PreK
Event Details:

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.

Chainsaw Safety Class - Safety, Get to Know Equipment & Proper Techniques

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To have staff trained by Stihl representatives on chainsaw safety, getting to know the equipment and proper techniques. *No chainsaw will be operated during this training.

This is not a library sponsored event. This meeting will be displayed on the Library calendar
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

To have staff trained by Stihl representatives on chainsaw safety, getting to know the equipment and proper techniques. *No chainsaw will be operated during this training.

Career Services Assistance

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Meet with a representative from the Kentucky Career Center for free one-on-one employment and training assistance. Get help with job searches, resumes, cover letters, interview tut...

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

Meet with a representative from the Kentucky Career Center for free one-on-one employment and training assistance. Get help with job searches, resumes, cover letters, interview tutoring, training options, soft skill improvement, and more!

Beyond the Plate for Families

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Family
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...

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 soft pretzels. 

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.

Story by Story: Adam Booth

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join PSPL for Story by Story, a monthly series for adults and teens, where storytellers from around the country share stories reflecting diverse cultures, beliefs, and experiences....

Open
Required
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 73
Event Details:

Join PSPL for Story by Story, a monthly series for adults and teens, where storytellers from around the country share stories reflecting diverse cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

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.

Fake Cakes

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

Fake it till you make it! Create a fake cake that will look good enough to eat. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Pl...

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

Fake it till you make it! Create a fake cake that will look good enough to eat. This program is for children of all ages, accompanied by an adult. 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.

Rotary History Group

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

monthly meeting

This is not a library sponsored event. This meeting will be displayed on the Library calendar
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Sower Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

monthly meeting

Brainteasers!

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Ever wondered how a Rubik’s Cube works? We’ll learn how to solve one, along with other brain-bending puzzles! This program is for tweens in grades 3-5. No registration require...

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

Ever wondered how a Rubik’s Cube works? We’ll learn how to solve one, along with other brain-bending puzzles! 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.

Photo of person practicing yoga

Yoga for Beginners

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

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.

Nonfiction Discussion Group

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly discussion group where we read a variety of nonfiction selections. In May, we will discuss What an Owl Knows by Jennifer Ackerman.If you have questions o...

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 May, we will discuss What an Owl Knows by Jennifer Ackerman.

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 7, 2025 at 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
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 w...

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!

The Garden Club of Frankfort - Flower Show Judges Guild

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sower Board Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

This is the monthly meeting of The Garden Club of Frankfort's KY Flower Show Judges Guild. We meet to teach and practice National Garden Clubs Inc. Flower Designs.

This is not a library sponsored event. This meeting will be displayed on the Library calendar
Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library
Room: Sower Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

This is the monthly meeting of The Garden Club of Frankfort's KY Flower Show Judges Guild. We meet to teach and practice National Garden Clubs Inc. Flower Designs.

Homeschool Art Club

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Program Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Family
Event Details:

Families with students in grades K-12 will explore art history, techniques, and mediums in our homeschool art club. No registration required. 

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

Families with students in grades K-12 will explore art history, techniques, and mediums in our homeschool art club. 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.