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The Library will be closed Tuesday, December 24; Wednesday, December 25; and Thursday, December 26. Have a wonderful holiday!

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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

Open

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library

Room: River Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Lecture

Required

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

Event Details:

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

Open

Library Branch: Paul Sawyier Public Library

Room: River Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Author Event

Required

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

Open

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	This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. Parents and Tots 10:30am - 11:00am Baby & Toddler This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" 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 Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Young children (ages 2-3), accompanied by an adult, are introduced to simple stories, fingerplays, and activities. 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. 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 Community nonprofit meeting				Reservation Prep for Deposition 10:00am - 2:00pm 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 in person with Katie Johnson Reservation AARP Tax-Aide Tax Preparation 10:00am - 4:15pm 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 Free tax preparation for the community This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Baby & Toddler, PreK, Family This event is in the "Baby & Toddler" group. This event is in the "PreK" 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, Family Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Families with kids of all ages, meet us in the Youth Services Program Room for a traditional storytime. 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 "Adults" group. Tech Café: Safe Online Dating 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.			Reservation Zeta Alpha Zeta Chapter meeting 11:00am - 1:00pm 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 Chapter meeting
12 pm
1 pm						This event is in the "Adults" group. RPG Demo Day: Starfinder 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Learn to play the science fantasy RPG of thrilling adventures on distant worlds! 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.
2 pm				This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Homeschool Club 2:30pm - 3:30pm PreK, School Age, Family 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: PreK, School Age, Family Program Type: Workshop, Other Event Details: Homeschool families with children of all ages, join us for an hour of exploration. 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.
3 pm			Reservation Frankfort/Franklin County Joint Task Force on Invasives 3:30pm - 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 quarterly meeting
4 pm	This event is in the "School Age" group. No-Sew Heart Pillows 4:30pm - 5:30pm School Age This event is in the "School Age" 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: School Age Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Kids in grades K-2, create a piece of heartfelt décor to share with those who you adore! 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 "Teens" group. Dungeons and Dragons for Teens: Sidequest Crafting 4:30pm - 7:00pm 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: Sower Board Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Teens in grades 6-12, join us for a special edition of Dungeons & Dragons for Teens as we level up our roleplay experience with dice towers, homebrew monsters, and more. Registration is required and begins Monday, January 29. 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.	This event is in the "PreK" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Simple Science 4:30pm - 5:30pm PreK, School Age, Family 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: PreK, School Age, Family Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Let’s get messy with simple science experiments that are fun for all ages. 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 KPLA Legislative Day 2024 Orientation 4:00pm - 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 Meet & greet for public library advocates ahead of Library Legislative Day, being held on Thursday, February 15. This event is in the "School Age" group. PSPL Mini Derby 4:30pm - 5:30pm School Age This event is in the "School Age" 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: School Age Program Type: Games Event Details: Ramps! Jumps! Obstacles! Twists! Turns! All kinds things to be remotely run over, under, around, and through! 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. This event is in the "Family" group. PokéClub 4:30pm - 5:30pm School Age, Family 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: 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.
5 pm	Reservation Friends of PSPL Regular 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.	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		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 the Bluegrass Writers Coalition Fiction Critique Group This event is in the "Adults" group. PSPL Board of Trustees Special Meeting 5:00pm - 6:00pm 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: Special Event Event Details: This is a special called meeting of the PSPL Board of Trustees, to open sealed bids for an uninterruptible power supply (battery backup). The winning bid will be awarded at this meeting.
6 pm	This event is in the "Family" group. DIY Paper Heart Cone Trees 6:30pm - 7:30pm Family 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: Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Craft a tree of hearts to display your bountiful love this Valentine’s Day! 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 "Adults" group. An Evening with Crystal Wilkinson 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: Author Event Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: The Paul Sawyier Public Library is proud to welcome award-winning author Crystal Wilkinson as she reads from and discusses her culinary memoir, Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts. 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 "Teens" group. Anime and Manga Club 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, Discussion Group Event Details: Fans of anime and manga, gather here! Teens in grades 6-12, explore Japanese culture, discuss your latest watch or read, and enjoy snacks, games, and crafts themed around your favorite series! 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. 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 When Stars Rain Down by Angela Jackson-Brown. 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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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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