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Name: Frankfort Heritage Lecture Series - Beyond the Founders: The Filson Historical Society and the Growth of the History Professions in Kentucky
Start: 2025-01-11T13:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-11T14:30:00-05:00
Location: Paul Sawyier Public Library

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Frankfort Heritage Lecture Series - Beyond the Founders: The Filson Historical Society and the Growth of the History Professions in Kentucky

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library

Open

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library

Room: River Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Lecture

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Seats Remaining: 75

Event Details:

In his 2024 book Benefactors of Posterity, Daniel Gifford explored the motivations and activities of early history advocates and institution-builders who established the Filson Historical Society in Louisville in 1884.

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Empowered, Brilliant & Brave: Great Women of Black History

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library

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Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library

Room: River Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Family

Program Type: Performance

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Celebrate Black History Month early and meet some of history’s most inspiring women during this special performance by Bright Star Touring Theatre. Crunch some hidden figures with Dorothy Vaughan.

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Pineville Trace book cover between photos of author Wes Blake and Jay McCoy

Pineville Trace: Author Wes Blake in Conversation with Jay McCoy

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library

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Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library

Room: River Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Author Event

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Seats Remaining: 46

Event Details:

Join Kentucky author Wes Blake, in conversation with poet Jay McCoy, as he discusses his debut book, Pineville Trace. A signing will follow, with copies available for purchase from Poor Richard's Books.

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Frankfort Heritage Lecture Series Pop-Up: Understanding Slavery in Kentucky

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

River Room at Paul Sawyier Public Library

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Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library

Room: River Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Lecture

Required

Seats Remaining: 72

Event Details:

Kentucky was the site of one of the most important slave markets in the Upper South. Enslaved Kentuckians played an important role in developing the Commonwealth. Join Dr.

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10 am		Reservation Woods and Waters Land Trust 10:30am - 12:30pm 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 Non-profit committee meeting	Reservation City Of Frankfort, Parks and Recreation 10:00am - 3:30pm 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 Deputy Director of Parks open position interviews. This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. Parents and Tots 10:30am - 11:00am Baby & Toddler Closed Required This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Baby & Toddler Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Young children, accompanied by an adult, are introduced to simple stories, fingerplays, and activities. The Summer session of Parents and Tots begins Tuesday, June 13 and runs through Tuesday, July 11. 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.	This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Wednesdays at the Park: Under the Sea Adventure 10:30am - 11:30am Baby & Toddler, PreK, School Age, Family This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Room: Juniper Hill Park Age Group: Baby & Toddler, PreK, School Age, Family Program Type: Special Event Event Details: Under the sea is where we'll be! Join us for an underwater adventure at the park! Families with kids of all ages are welcome. 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.		This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Family" group. "Bee Happy" Wump Mucket Puppets 10:30am - 11:30am Baby & Toddler, PreK, School Age, Family This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Room: Hearn Elementary School Age Group: Baby & Toddler, PreK, School Age, Family Program Type: Performance, Special Event Event Details: Join us for a special performance by Wump Mucket Puppets!	This event is in the "Adults" group. Breakfast with a Book 10:00am - 11:00am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 And the Band Played On by Randy Shilts (Parts I-V). Reservation Zeta Alpha Zeta Chapter Meeting 10:30am - 1:30pm 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 Update the membership on current events within the organization and community.
11 am		This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. Book Babies 11:30am - 12:00pm Baby & Toddler Closed Required This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Baby & Toddler Program Type: Storytime Required Seats Remaining: 0 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.	Reservation Moms Demand Action Meeting 11:15am - 1:15pm 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 Organizational Meeting for Leaders and Team Members This event is in the "PreK" group. Preschool Storytime 11:30am - 12:15pm PreK Closed Required This event is in the "PreK" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: PreK Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Join us for stories, songs, crafts and other activities for preschoolers, ages 4-5, and children entering Kindergarten in the fall. The Summer session of Preschool Storytime begins Tuesday, June 13 and runs through Tuesday, July 11. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Tech Café: Identify and Detect Spam 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Event Details: Are you someone who wants to enhance your digital skills? Maybe you're interested in knowing more about the latest tech trends? Or, are you simply searching for answers on how to block spam, secure passwords, and/or prevent from being hacked. 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.
12 pm		Reservation City Of Frankfort, Parks and Recreation 12:30pm - 4:30pm 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 Deputy Director of Parks Interviews					This event is in the "Teens" group. Dungeons and Dragons for Teens 12:00pm - 3:00pm Teens Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Expect the unexpected! Teens in grades 6-12, join us for an afternoon of fun playing a one-shot adventure. All skill levels welcome. For questions, please email morar@pspl.org . 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.
1 pm	Reservation Frankfort Interfaith Council 1:30pm - 4:00pm 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 The Frankfort Interfaith Council will present a viewing of Sacred (originally aired on PBS), a documentary shot by more than 40 filmmaking teams around the world that immerses the viewer in the daily use of faith and spiritual practice.
2 pm	Reservation Frankfort Mom's Book Club 2:00pm - 4:00pm 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 of the Frankfort Mom's Book Club. We will be gathering to discuss The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune.
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4 pm			This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. Simple Science 4:30pm - 5:30pm PreK, School Age Closed Required This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: PreK, School Age Program Type: STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Let’s get messy with simple science experiments that are fun for all ages. Registration is required and begins Monday, June 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.	This event is in the "School Age" group. Booksters: Summer Flower Lanterns 4:30pm - 5:30pm School Age Closed Required This event is in the "School Age" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: School Age Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Kids in grades 1-2, illuminate and preserve the beauty of Summer by making your own flower lantern! Registration is required and begins Monday, June 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.	This event is in the "School Age" group. Hands-on Workshops for Tweens: "Let's Be Pins" Button Making Workshop 4:30pm - 5:30pm School Age Closed Required This event is in the "School Age" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: School Age Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Tweens in grades 3-5, design and craft your own button pins to wear on your clothes or backpack! Registration is required and begins Monday, June 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. Gemstone Dig 5:00pm - 6:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Other Event Details: Teens in grades 6-12, try something new and explore with us as we go gem ‘mining’! 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. Reservation Friends of PSPL Board Meeting 5:00pm - 6:30pm 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 Regular monthly meeting of the Friends of PSPL Board. This event is in the "Adults" group. Let's Talk About It: What Do You Know About Juneteenth? 5:30pm - 7:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: River Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Group Event Details: Join Focus on Race Relations (FORR) and PSPL to discuss the meaning of Juneteenth and why the celebration is so vital to our community. Let's talk about it! No registration necessary. All are welcome! 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. Reservation Capital Pride Board Meeting 5:30pm - 7:30pm 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 Board Meeting	PSPL Board of Trustees Meeting 5:30pm - 7:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Sower Board Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Reading in Stride 5:45pm - 6:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Room: Cove Spring Park Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Group, Health & Wellness Event Details: Enjoy the benefits of active movement and a dose of sunshine paired with a good book and new friends! 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.	Reservation Franklin County Democratic Executive Committee 5:30pm - 7:00pm 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 Regular Monthly Meeting	Reservation BWC Fiction 5:00pm - 6:00pm 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 of BWC Fiction Critique Group
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. Remembering the Poems of Frederick Smock 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: River Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Event, Special Event Required Seats Remaining: 52 Event Details: Remember the poems of former Kentucky Poet Laureate Frederick Smock with readings by his family, friends, and members of the Kentucky literary community. 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. This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Family Game Night 6:30pm - 7:30pm PreK, School Age, Family Closed Required This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family Program Type: Games Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Enjoy a night of games and fun for the whole family! Registration is required and begins Monday, June 5. Please register one adult member of your family for this event. 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.	This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. Book Babies 6:00pm - 6:30pm Baby & Toddler Closed Required This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Baby & Toddler Program Type: Storytime Required Seats Remaining: 0 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Yoga for Beginners 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: River Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 0 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. Reservation Frankfort Rotary Youth Fund 6:00pm - 7:30pm 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 board meeting	This event is in the "Teens" group. Best Friends Forever 6:00pm - 7:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games Event Details: Teens in grades 6-12, make memories in our Polaroid photo booth and decorate frames, create friendship bracelets, and play games! 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Kentucky Book Group 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Visible Empire by Hannah Pittard.	This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Family" group. "Bee Happy" Wump Mucket Puppets 6:30pm - 7:30pm Baby & Toddler, PreK, School Age, Family This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Room: Hearn Elementary School Age Group: Baby & Toddler, PreK, School Age, Family Program Type: Performance, Special Event Event Details: Join us for a special performance by Wump Mucket Puppets!
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8 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group. Virtual RPG @ PSPL: Masks of Nyarlathotep 8:00pm - 10:00pm Adults Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!

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