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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

Featured Events

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

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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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Time	Sun (9/24)	Mon (9/25)	Tue (9/26)	Wed (9/27)	Thu (9/28)	Fri (9/29)	Sat (9/30)
All Day			Reservation PSPL Board of Trustees - Personnel/Policy C ommittee 5:00pm - 5:00pm 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 Meeting to review policies.
10 am		Reservation Just Say Yes 10:30am - 5:30pm 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 The meeting will provide training for stakeholders - including after school activity leaders, parents, educators, policymakers, and family service workers - in substance use prevention, mental health promotion and youth development principles and Reservation Just Say Yes Training 10:30am - 5:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. This meeting will be displayed on the Library calendar Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: River Room Purpose of Meeting Training for stakeholders to build community capacity for youth substance abuse prevention, mental health promotion, and healthy youth development.	Reservation Dependable Power First KY 10:45am - 11:45am 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 RunSwitch PR is meeting with Dependable Power First KY, a new initiative working to ensure that every Kentuckian benefits from reliable and affordable electricity.	Reservation Homes for All VISTA Orientation 10:00am - 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 purpose of the meeting is to provide a member orientation to individuals who have started VISTA service in the Homes for All VISTA Program.	Reservation Homes for All VISTA Orientation 10:00am - 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 purpose of the meeting is to provide a member orientation to individuals who have started VISTA service in the Homes for All VISTA Program.	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. Reading by the River 10:30am - 11:00am 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: Ward Oates Amphitheatre Age Group: Baby & Toddler, PreK, School Age, Family Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Meet us at the amphitheater for a traditional storytime!! 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.
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. Registration is required and begins Monday, September 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.	Reservation On the Menu: Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce 11:00am - 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: River Room Purpose of Meeting On the Menu is an educational program where our speakers touch on topics that impact the business community.				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. Family Book Tasting 11:00am - 3:00pm 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: Paul Sawyier Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Baby & Toddler, PreK, School Age, Family Program Type: Other Event Details: Families with kids of all ages, drop in anytime in from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM and sample some of the finest new books in our collection specially selected to appeal to all ages from Tots to Tweens! 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.
12 pm							This event is in the "Adults" group. Broadstone @ 20 12:00pm - 3:30pm 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: River Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Event Event Details: Join Frankfort's own Broadstone Books as they celebrate 20 years of nationwide publishing, with a marathon reading by Kentucky authors, book sales and signings, grab bag specials, and cake! 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.
1 pm					Reservation Book group 1:00pm - 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 Book discussion
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 gathering of the Frankfort Mom's Book Club. We will be discussing Death Comes to Pemberley by PD James. All are welcome! Reservation Conversation on Building a Community Safe from Gun Violence 2:30pm - 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: River Room Purpose of Meeting Conducting a forum and small group discussions on gun reform.
3 pm	Reservation Coffee and Conversation 3:00pm - 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: Community Room Purpose of Meeting Discussion of current events
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: 5 Event Details: Let’s get messy with simple science experiments that are fun for all ages. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, September 18. 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. Fall Science 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: STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Kids in grades K-2, examine the spectacular colors of Fall through fun science experiments. Registration is required and begins Monday, September 18. 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		Reservation Community Garden Meeting 5:30pm - 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: Sower Board Room Purpose of Meeting Monthly meeting for the garden and fantasy forest projects. Updates and future plans	Reservation Thorn Hill Book Group 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: Community Room Purpose of Meeting Book Discussion: “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus 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.
6 pm		This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Humpty Dumpty's Egg-cellent Adventure Family Escape Room 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: 0 Event Details: Families with kids of all ages, work together to solve puzzles, find clues, and discover Humpty Dumpty’s mysterious location. Registration is required and begins Monday, September 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. Reading About Race: A Community Discussion 6:00pm - 7:30pm 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: Discussion Group Required Seats Remaining: 38 Event Details: Choose a book with a race-related theme to discuss with other community members at an event co-sponsored with the Frankfort Anti-Racism Advocates. 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. Pocket Oasis Craft 6:30pm - 7:30pm 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: 3 Event Details: Tweens in grades 3-5, chase away those summer’s end blues with a tiny beach-in-a-bottle to take with you wherever you go. Registration is required and begins Monday, September 18. 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: 6 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 Franklin County Service Unit Meeting 6:15pm - 7:15pm 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 Trop leader meeting This event is in the "Teens" group. Artist Block: Clay Coil Vessels 6:30pm - 7:30pm 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 Event Details: Artist Block is a relaxed art hangout for teens in grades 6-12. Each month is a different theme; explore new mediums, express yourself, and above all else, have fun creating! 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.
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Mystery Book Group 7:00pm - 8:00pm 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: Discussion Group Event Details: Join us for a meeting of the Mystery Book Group, where we will discuss Because I Could Not Stop for Death by Amanda Flower.
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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