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Louisville Free Public Library News and Information 

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2025


Upcoming Author Event


Spalding University 
presents

IRENE SANKOFF

& DAVID HEIN

Creators of the hit

Broadway musical

Come From Away

NOV 11, 6 pm

BROWN HOTEL


Family S.T.E.A.M. Day: COLLIDER 
Artists' Edition at South Central 
Regional Library

Saturday, November 1, 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. 

Join us for a fun-filled day of art and science 
featuring astronomy, using your five senses, 
multi-media art, animation, drawing, storytelling, 
fiber arts, print making, balloons, and so 
much more! For all ages. Family STEAM Day 
is sponsored by Genentech and is free for kids 
and families. Visit LFPL.org to learn more.

Come From Away is an award-winning Broadway 
musical based on true events in the small 
town of Gander, in Newfoundland, Canada. 
During and immediately after the 9/11 attacks 
on the United States, 38 commercial 
aircraft with nearly 7,000 passengers aboard 
were ordered to land at Gander’s airport. The 
residents of Gander (population at the time: 
11,254) scrambled to feed, shelter, and, most 
importantly, welcome thousands of passengers. 
The compassion and kindness of the 
citizens of Gander and their generosity toward 
stranded passengers created enduring 
friendships and connections among people 
who had been complete strangers.

Irene Sankoff and David Hein, who wrote 
the book, music, and lyrics for Come From 
Away, will give a public presentation as this 
year's recipients of the Spalding Prize for the 
Promotion of Peace and Justice in Literature, 
awarded by the Naslund-Mann Graduate 
School of Writing at Spalding University. 

The program is free and open to the public . 
Registration information is below.

Nutcracker Family Storytime

returns to six library locations

The annual Nutcracker Family Storytime has 
become a holiday tradition for families across 
Louisville thanks to our friends at Louisville 
Ballet. Join us for one of these free events 
featuring Louisville Ballet dancers in costume 
reading stories, music, dancing, crafts, and 
more! Plus, one lucky family at each event walks 
away with four tickets to see Louisville Ballet’s 
production of The Brown-Forman Nutcracker. 
More at visit LFPL.org/Nutcracker.

Tues, Nov 18 • NORTHEAST REGIONAL 

Wed, Nov 20 • SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL

Mon, Nov 24 • ST. MATTHEWS LIBRARY 

Mon, Dec 1 • SOUTHWEST REGIONAL

Wed, Dec 3 • SHAWNEE LIBRARY

Thu, Dec 4 • IROQUOIS LIBRARY

All events begin at 6:30 p.m.


Enjoy "A Wicked Evening" at 
Northeast Regional Library

Thursday, November 13, 6-8 p.m. 

Spend “one short night” inside the library! 
Watch and sing along to Wicked (2024), enjoy 
Oz-themed activities, and party before the 
story concludes in Wicked: For Good (in theaters 
November 21). Costumes are encouraged!

Register: LFPL.org/Authors

or (502) 574-1644

Book signings will follow, with books

available for purchase from Carmichael’s.



ADULT Programs

FOR AGES 18+ UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.

Carmichael's Kids presents

MAIN (call 574-1781 for info)

BON AIR

Stop the Bleed Sat., Nov 1, 10 AM-12 PM

Learn how to control severe bleeding before help 
arrives. Taught by Nicholas Baughman with Jeff. 
Co. Search Dog Assoc.

Lost Persons Sat., Nov. 8, 10 AM-12 PM

Nicholas Baughman with Jeff. Co. Search Dog 
Assoc. will discuss how search teams locate 
missing persons.

Naloxone 101: Training & Q+A with Metro Public 
Health & Wellness Wed., Nov. 19, 6:30-7:30 PM

CRESCENT HILL

Seeing Mindfully: A Contemplative 
Photography Experience Tue., Nov. 4, 6 PM

Featuring photographs by Libby Falk Jones. 

Meeting of the Minds Wed., Nov. 5 & Dec. 3, 
6:30-7:45 PM Current events discussion group.

Saturday Morning Book Discussion

Sat., Nov. 8, 10:30 AM:
The Lamplighters by Emma Stonex

Sat., Dec. 13, 10:30 AM:
A Spool of Blue Thread by Anne Tyler

The Living Poetry Society
Wed., Nov. 12 & Dec. 10, 6-7 PM

Afternoon Book Discussion

Wed., Nov. 19, 1:30 PM: The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo

Wed., Dec.31, 1:30 PM: BYOB Month

Bring your own book to share.

Horror Book & Film Club

We’ll pair a book and movie every month.

November: The Only Good Indians by Stephen 
Graham Jones and SLASH/BACK (NR)

Wed., Nov. 19, 5:30 PM: Movie screening

Wed., Nov. 26, 5:30 PM: Discussion

December: Mountains of Madness by H.P. 
Lovecraft and The Thing (1982, R)

Wed., Dec. 17, 5:30 PM: Movie screening & discussion

Chess Club Thu., Nov. 20 & Dec. 18, 6-7:30 PM

Register: Noah.Park@lfpl.org

Friends of Crescent Hill Library Book Sale

Sat., Dec. 6, 10 AM-4 PM

Jigsaw Puzzle Race Sat., Dec. 27, 2-4 PM

Register your team of 2 to 5 puzzlers: 574-1793 

FAIRDALE

Crafting with Cricut Mon., Nov. 3 & Dec. 8, 3:45 PM

Register: 375-2051 Ages 13+

Friends of the Fairdale Library Meeting

Tue., Nov. 4 & Dec. 2, 6 PM

Chair Yoga Thu. Nov. 6, 20 & Dec. 4, 18, 12:30 PM

Adult Book Discussion

Tue., Nov. 18, 5:30 PM: When the Apricots Bloom 
by Gina Wilkinson

Tue., Dec. 16, 5:30 PM: In the Midst of Winter by 
Isabel Allende Ages 18+

DIY Series Mon., Nov. 24, 6:30 PM: Holiday Ornaments

Mon., Dec. 29, 6:30 PM: Spool Knitting

Register: 375-2051

HIGHLANDS-SHELBY PARK

Evening Book Discussion

Wed., Nov. 5, 6:30 PM:
Miss Morgan’s Book Brigade by Janet Skeslien Charles

Wed., Dec., 3, 6:30 PM:
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus


SOLD OUT


TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 5pm

NORTHEAST REGIONAL LIBRARY

Space is limited. Registration is required:

LFPL.org/JanBrett


LIBRARY LOCATIONS

MAIN • 301 York St., 574-1781

BON AIR • 2816 Del Rio Pl., 574-1795

CRESCENT HILL • 2762 Frankfort Ave., 574-1793

FAIRDALE • 10620 W. Manslick Rd., 375-2051

HIGHLANDS-SHELBY PARK • 1250 Bardstown Rd., 574-1672

IROQUOIS • 601 W. Woodlawn Ave., 574-1720

JEFFERSONTOWN • 10635 Watterson Trail, 267-5713

MIDDLETOWN • 12556 Shelbyville Rd., 245-7332 

NEWBURG • 4800 Exeter Ave., 479-6160

NORTHEAST • 15 Bellevoir Cir., 394-0379

PARKLAND • 2743 Virginia Ave., 574-1832

PORTLAND • OPENING SOON!

ST. MATTHEWS • 3940 Grandview Ave., 574-1771

SHAWNEE • 3912 W. Broadway, 574-1722

SHIVELY • 3920 Dixie Hwy., 574-1730

SOUTH CENTRAL • 7300 Jefferson Blvd., 964-3515

SOUTHWEST • 9725 Dixie Hwy., 933-0029

WESTERN • 604 South Tenth St., 574-1779

GENERAL INFORMATION: 574-1611

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS: THANKSGIVING DAY - NOV. 27

CHRISTMAS DAY - DEC. 25


Main Off-Broadway Series travels 
off off-Broadway this month
Sunday, November 9, 1:30 - 4 PM

Main Off-Broadway Play Reading Series is hitting 
the road! Stopping by the St. Matthews Library, 
November features a reading of Journey's End 
by R. C. Sherriff. Set in 1918, in the trenches 
outside of St. Quentin, France, a company of 
British soldiers awaits an impending German 
offensive. R.C. Sherriff’s realistic and honest 
portrayal of war was a resounding critical 
success on European stages in 1929.

Main Off-Broadway is a free program featuring 

readings of classic plays brought to life by talented 
Louisville actors. Register at LFPL.org/
OffBroadway or call (502) 574-1623.



Nonfiction Book Group

Tue., Nov. 4, 1 PM: The Residence: Inside the Private 
World of the White House by Kate Anderson Brower

Tue., Dec. 2, 1 PM: Primates of Park Avenue: A 
Memoir by Wednesday Martin

Sustainable Gift Wrapping Sat., Nov. 8, 10 AM-12 PM

Friends of the Highland-Shelby Park Library 
Meetings Mon., Nov. 10, 6:30 PM

Call 574-1672 for virtual options.

English Conversation Club

Wed., Nov. 12, 19, 26 & Dec. 10, 17, 6:30-7:30 PM

Practice English with volunteers. 

Mystery Book Discussion

Tue., Nov. 18, 2 PM:
The Raging Storm by Ann Cleeves

Tue., Dec. 16, 2 PM:
The Mistletoe Mystery by Nita Prose

Jigsaw Puzzle Race Sat. Dec. 20, 2-4 PM

Register your team of 2-4 puzzlers: 574-1672

IROQUOIS

Saturday Morning Coffee & Craft

Sat., Nov. 1 & Dec. 13, 10-11 AM Register: 574-1720

English Conversation Club 

Sat., Nov. 1-Dec. 13, 3-4 PM

Friends of the Iroquois Library Meeting 

Sun., Nov. 9, 2 PM

Sit & Stitch Mon., Nov. 10 & Dec. 8, 12-1 PM

Adult Book Discussion

Tue., Nov. 11 & Dec. 9, 1:30 PM

Undercurrents: Current Events Discussion Group

Wed., Nov. 12 & Dec. 10, 6:30-7:45 PM

Louisville Makes Games: How to Make Music for 
Video Games Sat., Nov. 15, 12:30 PM

Hands-on music making with game musician and 
music educator Aaron Cloutier.

JEFFERSONTOWN

Mindful Movement Chair Yoga

Mon., Nov. 3, 17 & Dec. 1, 15, 10:30 AM

Friends of the Jeffersontown Library Meeting

Wed., Nov. 12, 10:30-11:30 AM

Adult Book Discussion

Wed., Nov. 19, 10:30 AM:

Small Things Like These by Clair Keegan

Wed., Dec. 17, 10:30 AM:

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

MIDDLETOWN

Libby App Tutoring Tue., Nov. 11 & Dec. 9, 9 AM

Register: 245-7332

Mindful Chair Yoga Wed., Nov. 12 & Dec. 10, 12 PM

Night Owls Book Club

Thu., Nov. 13 & Dec. 11, 6:30 PM

Early Birds Book Discussion

Tue., Nov. 18, 10 AM:
The Beet Queen by Louise Erdrich

Tue., Dec. 16, 10 AM:
Peace Like a River by Leif Enger

NEWBURG

Mindful Movement Wed. Nov. 12, 26 & Dec. 10, 24, 

6-7 PM BYO blanket, towel, or mat.

NORTHEAST

HIYO Puppet Club Sun., Nov. 2, 16 & Dec. 7, 21, 
1-2:30 PM Learn puppetry skills.

Chef is In

Mon., Nov, 3, 6 PM: Power Bowls & Casseroles

Presented by Chef Kevin Sparks

Mon., Dec. 1, 6 PM: Winter Casserole

Register: 394-0379

Figure Drawing Practice

Mon., Nov. 3 & Dec. 1, 6-7 PM Register: 394-0379

Sketchbook Study Group Thu., Nov. 6, 6-7 PM

Register: 394-0379 

Chair Yoga Thu., Nov. 6, 13, 20 & Dec. 4, 11, 18, 10 AM 

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Thu., Nov., 6, 13, 20 & Dec. 4, 11, 10-11 AM

English practice with library staff. 

Creative Writing Group

Tue., Nov. 11 & Dec. 16, 6:30-7:30 PM

Watercolor Painting Wed., Nov. 12, 1-4 PM

Register: 394-0379

Fall Craft Friday: Wine Cork Pumpkin

Fri., Nov. 14, 10-11 AM Register: Jeannie.Eberenz@lfpl.org

Adult Book Discussion Group

Mon., Nov. 17, 6:30 PM:
Aindreas: The Messenger by Gerald McDaniel

Mon., Dec. 15, 6:30 PM:
All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr 

How to Read a Sewing Pattern Tue., Nov. 18, 5:30 PM

Register: Fiona.Eden@lfpl.org

MAKElive Wed., Nov. 19 & Dec. 17, 9:30 AM

Artists share their process in real time.

Friends of the Northeast Library Meeting

Thu., Nov. 20, 6 PM

Intro to Silhouette Cameo Sat., Nov. 22, 3 PM 
Register: Jeannie.Eberenz@lfpl.org Ages 13+

LGBTQ+ Book Discussion

Tue., Nov. 25, 6:30 PM: Love After the End Edited 
by Joshua Whitehead

Tue., Dec. 16, 6:30 PM: Fun Home by Alison Bechdel

Stamp Search with Louisville Stamp Society

Sat., Dec. 6, 10 AM-1 PM

Intro to Glowforge Sat., Dec. 6, 3 PM Ages 13+

Register: Jeannie.Eberenz@lfpl.org

Maker Pavilion Holiday Movie & Craft Night

Mon., Dec. 15, 5-7 PM: A Christmas Story

Movie, themed snacks, and activities. All ages 
Register: Jeannie.Eberenz@lfpl.org

Bob Ross Landscape Painting

Wed., Dec. 17, 1-4 PM Register: 394-0379

OFFSITE

Club de lectura y análisis de cuentos cortos en 
español Mon., Nov. 3 & Dec. 8, 5:30 PM

Meets at Heine Brothers, 3541 Outer Loop

Louisville Pride Center Board Game Night

Thu., Nov. 6 & Dec. 4, 6-7:30 PM

Meets at 1244 S. 3rd St.

PARKLAND

Books & Hooks Wed., Nov. 5, 19 & Dec. 3, 17., 3 PM

Learn crochet and meet other crafters.
Register: 574-1832 or AdultRef20@lfpl.org

Art in the Library: Still Life Painting with 
Tomisha Lovely-Allen Wed., Nov. 5-19, 5:30 PM

Complete a still-life acrylic painting during this 
3-week course. Registration required: LFPL.org/
ArtInTheLibrary or 574-1623.

Creative Writing Workshop

Wed., Nov. 5 & Dec. 3, 6:30-7:30 PM

Tabletop Throwdown: Board Game Night for Adults

Tue., Nov. 11, 25 & Dec. 9, 5:30-7:30 PM

Single Dads Support Group

Tue., Nov. 11 & Dec. 9, 6:30-7:30 PM

Cozy Crafting

Thu., Nov. 13, 5:30-6:30 PM: Adult Coloring

Sat., Nov. 22, 2-4 PM: Art Journaling

Mon., Dec. 8, 2-3:30 PM: Watercolor Resist Painting

Register: 574-1832 or AdultRef20@lfpl.org

The Pause Posse Tue., Nov. 18 & Dec. 2, 6-7 PM

Group for women who have/are experiencing 
perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause.

Adulting 101: Finances

Wed., Nov. 19 & Dec. 17, 6:30 PM

Savvy Senior

Thu., Nov. 20, 11-12 PM: Board Games

Thu., Dec. 18, 3-4:30PM: Winter Landscape Collage

DIY Programs

Sat., Nov. 22, 11-12 PM: Gift Tags

Sat., Dec. 6, 11-12 PM: Hand Warmers

Register: 20makerspace@lfpl.org

Hyster Sisters & Friends Tue., Dec. 16, 6-7 PM

Group for those who have had/will have a hysterectomy.

Reel Reads: Book vs. Film Discussion

Sat., Dec. 6, 1-3:30 PM: Never Let Me Go by Kazuo 
Ishiguro (Rated R, ages 18+)

PORTLAND

(Reopening fall 2025 - check LFPL.org for 
programming availability)

ST. MATTHEWS

English Conversation Club

Mon., Nov. 3, 10, 17 & Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 6-7 PM

Mon., Nov. 24, 5-6 PM

Practice English with a volunteer.

Panpipes Flute Choir Fall Music Celebration

Sat., Nov. 1, 2-3 PM

2025 Home Cleaning & Organizing

Mon., Nov. 3, 2-3:30 PM: Planning for 2026

Mon., Dec. 1, 2-3:30 PM: Budgeting & Home Reset

Adult Crafty Night Out

Tue., Nov. 4, 6-7:30 PM: Macrame gnome ornament

Tue., Dec. 2, 6-7:30 PM: Recycled book snowflake

Adult Board Game Night

Thu., Nov. 6 & Dec. 4, 5:30-7:30 PM

Off Broadway Play Reading Series: Journey’s 
End by R.C. Sherriff Sun., Nov. 9, 1:30-4:30 PM 
Set in 1918 France, a company of British soldiers 
awaits an impending German offensive.

Register: LFPL.org/offbroadway or 574-1623.

Adult Book Discussion

Tue., Nov. 11, 2 PM:

See What I Have Done by Sarah Schmidt

Tue., Dec. 9, 2 PM:

My Name is Lucy Barton by Elizabeth Stroud

What is D&D? with Nerd Louisville

Wed., Nov. 12, 4:30-6 PM Ages 12+

Stephen King Book Discussion Group

Wed., Nov. 12, 6 PM:

The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones

Wed., Dec. 10, 6 PM:

On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft

Afternoon Book Discussion

Thu., Nov. 13, 2 PM: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann

Thu., Dec. 11, 2 PM: Book Club Potluck - read any 
book that features food.



D&D at the Library

Thu., Nov. 13 & Dec. 11, 6-7:30 PM Ages 16+

Learn basics of D&D and other RPGs.

Night Owls Book Discussion Group

Tue., Nov. 18, 6:30 PM:

The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters

Tue., Dec. 16, 6:30 PM:

The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin

From History to Story: Till Taught by Pain, A 
Biography Told Through Fiction

Wed., Nov. 19, 2 PM Suthor Susan Coventry will 
discuss her novel, Till Taught by Pain.

Movie Discussion Group

Thu., Nov. 20, 2 PM: Michael Clayton (2007)

Paths to Publishing with Samantha Perkins

Wed., Dec. 3, 6 PM

The Attack on Pearl Harbor Mon., Dec. 8, 2-3 PM

Presented by local military historian Cliff Burnstein. 

St. Matthews Friends of the Library Booksale

Fri., Dec 12, 1-4:30 PM

Sat., Dec 13, 10 AM-4:30 PM

Sun., Dec 14, 1 PM-4 PM

Cash only. Exact change appreciated.

Cozy Book Tasting Wed., Dec. 17, 6-7 PM Ages 13+

Sample some feel-good books. Register: 574-1771 

SHAWNEE

Budget Bee: Personal Budget Planning

Sat., Nov. 1, 10 AM-12 PM Register: 574-1722

Friends of the Shawnee Library

Mon, Nov. 3 & Dec. 1, 11 AM

Nutrition and Groceries

Sat., Nov. 15, 2 PM & Dec. 13, 1 PM

Presented by Nicole Daniels with Kentucky State 
University Extension Service. Register: 574-1722

SHIVELY

Calming Art Thu. Nov. 13 & Dec. 11, 6-8 PM

Computer Safety for Seniors

Thu. Nov. 20 & Dec. 18, 6-7 PM

Craft Series

Sat., Nov. 22, 2-3:30 PM: Card Making

Sat., Dec. 20, 2-3:30 PM: Needle Felting

Crafting Circle

Fri. Nov. 28 & Dec. 26, 10:30 AM-12 PM

Book Club Thu., Nov 6 & Dec. 4, 6 PM

The Bone Clocks by David Mitchell

SOUTH CENTRAL

STEAM Day: COLLIDER Artists Edition

Sat., Nov. 1, 11 AM-3 PM Multi-media art, animation, 
drawing, storytelling, balloons, and more! All ages

I Threaded the Machine, Now What?

Mon., Nov. 3, 6-7:30 PM Machine sewing for those 
familiar with sewing machines. Ages 18+ Register: 
Liz.Magee@lfpl.org 

Maker Lab Open Hours

Tue., Nov. 4-Dec. 16, 5:30-7:30 PM

Wed., Nov. 5-Dec. 17 (exc. Nov. 26), 12:30-4:30 PM

Fri., Nov. 7-Dec. 19 (exc. Nov 28), 12:30-4:30 PM

Library cardholders ages 13+ must complete Maker 
101 training and have waiver signed by an adult. 
More info: SCMakerspace@lfpl.org or 964-3515

COLLIDER Artist-In-Residence: Lakisha Morris

Sat., Nov. 8, 12-2 PM: The Art of Buttercream Ages 10-adult

Fri., Nov. 14, 12-2 PM: Illusion Cakes Ages 10-adult

Mon., Nov. 17, 12-2 P: Cake as Canvas Ages 10-adult

El Círculo en Español/Spanish Circle

Tue., Nov. 11 & Dec. 9, 6-7 PM

La Hora del Té Thu., Nov. 13 & Dec. 11, 11 AM

Due Date: A Library Death Salon 

Mon., Nov. 17, 6 PM Join “death doula” Becky 
Robison and Amy Shea, author of Too Poor to 
Die: The Hidden Realities of Dying in the Margins. 
Register: Kaira.Tucker@lfpl.org

Friends of the South Central Library Meeting

Tue., Nov. 18 & Dec. 16, 5:30 PM

Adult Digital Art Studio: Authenticity in an Age 
of “Deep Fakes” Thu., Nov. 22, 11 AM

COLLIDER Artist-In-Residence: Saw Peep Pan-
Asian Ensemble

Sun., Dec. 7, 2-4 PM: Asian Group Folk Dance 
Workshop Ages 12-adult

Sun., Dec. 14, 2-4 PM: Shadow Puppet Workshop 
Ages 9-adult

Sat., Dec. 20, 2-4 PM: Saw Peep Open Rehearsal 
& Q+A All ages

Sun., Dec. 28, 2-3:30 PM: Shadow Puppets & 
Music of Asia All ages

Register: Liz.Magee@lfpl.org

Merry Making Tue., Dec. 9 & Dec. 16, 2-4 PM

Holiday crafting in the maker space. Ages 13-adult

Register: Liz.Magee@LFPL.org

SOUTHWEST

Slow Flow Yoga Sat., Nov. 1 & 8, 10 AM

Healthy Meal Prep on a Budget

Fri., Nov. 7, 10 AM Presented by nutrition educator 
Nicole Daniels. Register: 933-0029 

Microsoft PowerPoint Classes

PowerPoint 1: Sat., Nov. 8, 1-3 PM

PowerPoint 2: Fri., Nov. 14, 1-3 PM

Register: 933-0029 

Open Art Studio
Mon., Nov. 10, 24 & Dec. 8, 5:30–7:30 PM

Create with access to a variety of media.

Friends of the Southwest Library Meeting

Tue., Nov. 11, 3:30 PM

Southwest & Sensibility Book Club

Tue., Nov. 11 & Dec. 9, 6 PM

Call 933-0029 for titles. 

The Century Division in World War II

Thu., Nov. 13, 6 PM Learn about the U.S. Army’s 
100th Infantry Division from historian Bob Dawson.

Dungeons & Dragons Sessions

Mon., Nov. 17, 5:30-7:30 PM: Session 8

Mon., Dec. 15, 5:30-7:30 PM: Session 9

Amusement Parks of Louisville with Steve Wiser

Thu., Nov. 20, 6 PM Learn about Fontaine Ferry, 
Kiddieland, Kentucky Kingdom, and more.

Smartphone Basics Sat., Nov. 22, 1-2:30 PM

Register: 933-0029

Cheers! Time for a Holiday Mocktail

Fri., Dec. 5, 10 AM Make herbed simple syrup for a 
non-alcoholic beverage. Register: 933-0029

Friends of the Southwest Library Book Sale

Sat., Dec. 13, 10 AM-1 PM Part of the Polar 
Express Pajama Party.

Baking Workshop: Savory Herb Scones

Fri., Dec. 19, 10 AM Register: 933-0029 Ages 14+

VIRTUAL

Virtual Craft & Chat Thu., Nov. 13 & Dec. 18, 3 PM

Register: Liz.Magee@lfpl.org

WESTERN

Community Crafting Jam

Sat. Nov. 1, 15 & Dec. 27, 2:30-4:30 PM

Bring a current project or start a new one!

Rhythm & Steps Line Dance Workshop

Tue., Nov. 11, 6-7 PM

Rooted in Radiance: Crafting Custom Hair Oils 
for Healthy Hair Tue. Dec. 2, 6-7 PM

Cozy Game Time Sat., Dec. 13, 2:3-4:30 PM

Board games, hot drinks, and snacks.


NOVEMBER

LAKISHA 
MORRIS 

Cake Artist

11/8, 12 PM • The Art of Buttercream

11/14, 12 p.m. • Illusion Cakes: Is it Cake?

11/17, 12 p.m. • Cake as Canvas


DECEMBER

SAW PEEP 
PAN-ASIAN 
ENSEMBLE

Music &

Asian Dance

12/7, 2 PM • Asian Group Folk Dance Workshop

12/14, 2 PM • Shadow Puppet Workshop

12/20, 2 PM • Saw Peep Open Rehearsal and Q&A

12/28, 2 PM • Shadow Puppets and the Music of Asia 

All COLLIDER programs are free at the

South Central Regional Library. 

Email Liz.Magee@LFPL.org to register.

Free Computer Classes

MICROSOFT POWERPOINT CLASSES

Southwest:

PowerPoint 1 - Sat., Nov. 8, 1-3 PM

PowerPoint 2 - Fri., Nov. 14, 1-3 PM

Register: 933-0029 

NEED ONE-ON-ONE HELP?

GET COMPUTER HELP BY APPOINTMENT
Main: 574-1770 • Bon Air: 574-1795

Crescent Hill: 574-1793 • Fairdale: 375-2051 
Iroquois: 574-1720 • Jeffersontown: 267-5713 
Middletown: 245-7332 • Newburg: 479-6160 
Northeast: 394-0379 • St. Matthews: 574-1771

Shawnee: 574-1722 • Shively: 574-1730

South Central: 964-3515 
Southwest: 933-0029 Western: 574-1779



TEEN Programs

FOR AGES 12-19 UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.

MAIN (call 574-1781 for info)

BON AIR

Teen Activity Kits Mondays 3:30-4:30 PM

For middle & high school students.

CRESCENT HILL

Chess Club Thu., Nov. 20 & Dec. 18, 6-7:30 PM

Register: Noah.Park@lfpl.org

FAIRDALE

Crafting with Cricut Mon., Nov. 3 & Dec. 8, 3:45 PM

Register: 375-2051 Ages 13+

Teen Club Wed., Nov. 5, 12, 19 & Dec. 3, 10, 17, 
3:45-4:45 PM Craft projects, games, movies.

HIGHLANDS–SHELBY PARK

Teen Tabletop Gaming Mondays 3-5 PM 

Board games, cards, chess, D&D. Ages 10-19

Teen Post-Up Tuesdays 5-7 PM 

Board games, video games, snacks. Ages 10-19 

Teen Art Club Wednesdays 3-5 PM Ages 10-19

November: Knitting; December: Vision Boards 

Sip & Study Café

Thursdays 3-5 PM (exc. Nov. 27 & Dec 18, 25)

Quiet study areas, beverages, and treats. Ages 10-19

WAGS: Read with a Therapy Dog 

Wed., Nov. 19 & Dec. 17, 4-5 PM Ages 0-19

Teen Advisory Board

Tue., Nov. 25 & Dec. 23, 3:30-4:30 PM Grades 7-12

Earn volunteer hours and help plan library programs. 

Incident in the Ice: TTRPG One-Shot

Mon., Dec 1, 5-7 PM Ages 10-19 Register: 574-1672

Movie & Hot Chocolate

Thu., Dec 18, 3 PM: The Chronicles of Narnia: The 
Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Ages 10-19

IROQUOIS

Louisville Makes Games: How to Make Music for 
Video Games Sat., Nov. 15, 12:30 PM

Hands-on music making with game musician and 
music educator Aaron Cloutier.

Teen Tuesday Tue., Nov. 4-Dec. 16, 4-5 PM

Art, gaming, books, and food.

Teen Lounge Thu., Nov. 6-Dec. 18, 4-5 PM (exc. Nov. 27)

Art cart and board games.

JEFFERSONTOWN

4-H Homeschool Club: Art of Photography

Tue., Nov. 18, 1 PM Ages 9-18

LEGO Block Party

Sat., Nov. 22, 10:30-11:30 AM Ages 3-18

MIDDLETOWN

Teen Craft Club Mondays 3:30-5 PM

Teen Games & Hangout Tuesdays 3:30-5 PM

NEWBURG

Teen Lounge Mondays & Thursdays 3:30-4:30 PM 
Hang out, play games, and other fun activities!

Teen Craft Club Tuesdays 3:30-4:30 PM

Nov. 4: Felt Succulents

Nov. 18: Eraser Stamps

Nov. 25: DIY Greeting Cards

Dec. 2: Tea Light Holder

Dec. 16: Winter Felt Gnome

Dec. 23: Doll Pin Penguins

Dec. 30: New Year’s Wish Boxes

WAGS: Chill with a Therapy Dog

Tue., Nov. 11 & Dec. 9, 3:30-4:30 PM

NORTHEAST

Teen Café Wednesdays 4-5:30 PM

Hot drinks, study spaces, crafts, games. 

Maker Masterpieces: Shrinky Dinks for Teens

Tue., Nov. 4, 6-7:30 PM Ages 13-18

Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org

ACT Practice Test Sat., Nov. 8, 9:30 AM-1:30 PM

Bring two #2 pencils, photo ID, and calculator.

Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org 
Grades 7-12

A Wicked Evening Thu., Nov. 13, 6 PM

Sing along to Wicked (2024), plus themed activities 
and a party! Costumes encouraged.

Teen Creative Writing Group

Tue., Nov. 18 & Dec. 16, 6-7 PM Ages 13-18 
Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org

Dungeons and Dragons Club

Wed., Nov. 19 & Dec. 17, 4-5:30 PM Ages 12-18

Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org

Homeschool High School Book Club 

Thu., Nov. 20 & Dec. 18, 2 PM Ages 14-18

Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org

Teen Button-Making Workshop 

Tue., Dec. 2, 6-7 PM Ages 13-18

Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org

PARKLAND

Teen Scene Wed., Nov. 5-Dec. 17, 5:30-6:30 PM

Art, STEM, and recreational activities.

Teen Advisory Board Thu., Nov. 6 & Dec. 4, 4 PM

More info/apply here: 574-1832 Ages 13-18

PORTLAND

(Reopening fall 2025 - check LFPL.org for 
programming availability)

ST. MATTHEWS

What is D&D? with Nerd Louisville

Wed., Nov. 12, 4:30-6 PM Ages 12+

Learn the basics of Dungeons & Dragons RPG. 

D&D at the Library

Thu., Nov. 13 & Dec. 11, 6-7:30 PM Ages 16+

Learn basics of D&D and other RPGs.

Cozy Book Tasting Wed., Dec. 17, 6-7 PM Ages 13+

Sample some feel-good books. Register: 574-1771 

SHAWNEE

Teen Tuesday Tuesdays 4-5 PM Ages 12-18

Temporary Tattoo Parlor Thu., Nov. 6, 4-5 PM

Use henna or markers to create your own tattoo. Ages 8-18

Back in the Lab! 

Mon., Nov. 10, 24 & Dec. 8, 22, 5:30-7 PM 

Find Kahoot games and Roblox.

Fall Luminaries Craft Thu., Nov. 13, 4-5 PM Ages 6-12

DIY Bouncy Balls Thu., Nov. 20, 4-5 PM Ages 6-12

No-Sew Hats & Infinity Scarves

Wed., Nov. 26, 3:30–5 PM Ages 8-18

Nutcracker Family Storytime with Louisville Ballet

Wed., Dec. 3, 6:30 PM

Bad Art Club Thu., Dec. 4, 4–5 PM

Ornamentality 2025! Sat., Dec. 6, 2-4 PM

Make a unique holiday ornament.

Salt Dough Ornament Decoration

Thu., Dec. 11, 4-5 PM Ages 6-18

Winter Movie Hangout Thu., Dec. 18, 4–6 PM

SOUTH CENTRAL

STEAM Day: COLLIDER Artists Edition

Sat., Nov. 1, 11 AM-3 PM Multi-media art, animation, 
drawing, storytelling, balloons, and more! All ages

Teen Time Mondays 4-6 PM

Video games, board games, & crafts. Ages 10-19

Maker Lab Open Hours

Tue., Nov. 4-Dec. 16, 5:30-7:30 PM

Wed., Nov. 5-Dec. 17 (exc. Nov. 26), 12:30-4:30 PM

Fri., Nov. 7-Dec. 19 (exc. Nov 28), 12:30-4:30 PM

Library cardholders ages 13+ must complete Maker 
101 training and have waiver signed by an adult. 
More info: SCMakerspace@lfpl.org or 964-3515

COLLIDER Artist-In-Residence: Lakisha Morris

Sat., Nov. 8, 12-2 PM: The Art of Buttercream Ages 10-adult

Fri., Nov. 14, 12-2 PM: Illusion Cakes Ages 10-adult

Mon., Nov. 17, 12-2 P: Cake as Canvas Ages 10-adult

Beginner’s Adventure Club 

Sat., Nov. 15 & Dec. 13, 12:30-2:30 PM

Explore table-top gaming and RPGs. Ages 10-19

Teen Volunteer Board Sat., Nov. 15, 2-3 PM

More info/apply: 964-3515 Ages 12-17

Experts Adventure Club Sat., Nov. 29 & Dec. 27, 12:30-
2:30 PM Dive deeper into tabletop RPGs. Ages 13-19

COLLIDER Artist-In-Residence: 
Saw Peep Pan-Asian Ensemble

Sun., Dec. 7, 2-4 PM: Asian Group Folk Dance 
Workshop Ages 12-adult

Sun., Dec. 14, 2-4 PM: Shadow Puppets Ages 9-adult

Sat., Dec. 20, 2-4 PM: Saw Peep Open Rehearsal 
& Q+A All ages

Sun., Dec. 28, 2-3:30 PM: Shadow Puppets & 
Music of Asia All ages

Register: Liz.Magee@lfpl.org

Merry Making Tue., Dec. 9 & Dec. 16, 2-4 PM

Holiday crafting in the maker space. Ages 13-adult

Register: Liz.Magee@LFPL.org

DIY Gifts Tue., Dec. 23, 2-3:30 PM Ages 5-16

SOUTHWEST

4-H for Homeschoolers

Tue., Nov. 4, 1 PM: Easy Vegetable Soup, officer 
voting, and leader ceremony

Tue., Dec. 2, 1 PM: Community Service Ages 9-18

Teen Space

Tue., Nov. 4, 6-7 PM: Button & Magnets

Tue., Dec 2., 6-7 PM: Holiday Cards Ages 12-18

4-H Cooking Club

Tue., Nov. 18, 4:30 PM: Speedy Chili

Tue., Dec. 16, 4:30 PM: Homemade Mints

Register: 933-0029 Ages 12–18

Homeschoolers Book Club

Thu., Nov. 20, 2-3 PM: Percy Jackson and the 
Olympians by Rick Riordan

Thu., Dec 18, 2-3 PM: The Vanderbeekers of 141st 
Street by Karina Yan Glaser

Register: 933-0029 Ages 10-14

ACT Practice Test Sat, Nov. 29, 9:30-1 PM

Bring two #2 pencils, photo ID, and calculator. 

Register: 933-0029 Grades 7-12

Polar Express Pajama Party! Sat., Dec. 13, 10 AM-1 PM

Treats, crafts, music, face painting, photos with Santa, 
and special appearances by Mrs. Claus, the Polar 
Express conductor, and the North Pole elves! Ages 0-18

Baking Workshop: Savory Herb Scones

Fri., Dec. 19, 10 AM Register: 933-0029 Ages 14+

WESTERN

Game Time Mon., Nov. 3-Dec. 29, 4-5 PM Ages 8-17

Mario Kart, Uno, Clue, and more!

The Spark Sessions Wednesdays 4-6 PM

Art, STEM, music, or hobby activities. Ages 12-18

Guitar Jam: A Beginner’s Lesson

Sat., Nov. 8 & Dec. 20, 2-3:30 PM Ages 13-18

Register: 574-1779

Race to the Finish! Mario Kart Tournament

Sat., Nov. 22 & Dec. 20, 3-4 PM

Family After-Hours Movie Night: Dr. Seuss’s How the 
Grinch Stole Christmas Fri., Nov. 28, 5-7 PM Ages 5-18



KIDS’ Programs

SEE DESCRIPTION FOR AGE APPROPRIATENESS.

MAIN (call 574-1781 for info)

BON AIR

Ambo Dance Theatre: Telling Stories Through 
Movement Wed., Nov. 5, 9:30-10:30 AM

Part performance, part interactive audience 
experience themed around children’s stories. All ages.

Upbeat Louisville: Move & Groove!

Wed., Dec. 3, 10:00-10:45 AM Ages 0-5

Dance to songs, play with instruments, sing, and more. 

CRESCENT HILL

Toddler Art + Play Fri., Nov. 7 & Dec. 12, 10:15-11:15 AM

Make art, play, and socialize. Ages 2-3

Stories + Social Sat., Nov. 15, 10:15 AM 

Hear great stories, then stay to play. Ages 2-4

Chess Club Thu., Nov. 20 & Dec. 18, 6-7:30 PM

Register: Noah.Park@lfpl.org

Once Upon an Orchestra – And Tango Makes Three

Thu., Dec. 4, 10:30 AM

Winter Break Crafternoon Mon. Dec. 22, 2-3:30 PM

Make seasonal ornaments and decorations.

Family Game Time Mon., Dec. 29, 1:30-3:30 PM

New Year’s Eve Storytime Wed., Dec. 31, 10:30 AM

Combined family storytime. Ages 0-5

FAIRDALE

Once Upon an Orchestra: The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Wed. Nov. 12, 10:30 AM

Kid Zone – Movie Night: Lilo & Stitch (2025)

Thu. Nov. 20, 5:30 PM Ages 6-11

Movie plus Stitch-themed activities and snacks. 

Breakfast & Books

Sat., Nov. 22, 10 AM: Fruity Parfaits

Sat., Dec. 20, 10 AM: Decorating Pancakes Ages 0-8

Food-themed stories and breakfast. Pajamas welcome! 

Kids’ Yoga – Welcome Winter Thu., Dec. 4, 5:30 PM

Yoga, cookies, and cocoa. Ages 0-11

HIGHLANDS-SHELBY PARK

Kid’s Club Tuesdays 3:30-5:30PM Grades K-6

PLAY: Nov. 4 & Dec 2. Dramatic play, 
instruments, puppets, games, crafts

CREATE: Nov. 11 & Dec 9. Art projects inspired 
by diverse artists and materials.

EXPLORE: Nov. 18 & Dec. 16. Build, experiment, 
sensory play, STEM.

WATCH: Nov. 25 & Dec. 23. Movie with read-
alike books and refreshments.

MYSTERY: Dec 30. Join us for a fun mystery activity.

WAGS: Read with a Therapy Dog 

Wed., Nov. 19 & Dec. 17, 4-5 PM Ages 0-19

Winter Holiday Party Tue., Dec. 9, 3:30-5 PM

Holiday crafts, activities, and treats!

IROQUOIS

Little Bookworms Book Club

Thu., Nov. 6 & Dec. 4, 1:30 PM Ages 6-11

4-H for Homeschoolers

Thu., Nov. 13, 1:30 PM: Art of Photography 

WAGS (Wonderful Animals Giving Support)

Thu., Nov. 13 & Dec. 11, 6:30-7:30 PM

Spend time with a therapy dog. All ages 

4-H for Cloverbuds: What’s in the Ocean?

Tue., Nov. 25, 1:30 PM Ages 5-8

Grocery Store Play Thu., Nov. 20, 6:30-7:30 PM

Nutcracker Family Storytime with Louisville Ballet

Thu., Dec. 4, 6:30 PM

Family Art Night Thu., Dec. 18, 6:30-7:30 PM

JEFFERSONTOWN

Family Storytime Sat., Nov. 8 & Dec. 13, 10:30 AM

Festive stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 3-7

4-H Cloverbuds

Mon., Nov. 17, 1 PM: Jungle Animals

Mon., Dec. 15, 1 PM: Ocean Animals Ages 5-8

4-H Homeschool Club: Art of Photography

Tue., Nov. 18, 1 PM Ages 9-18

LEGO Block Party

Sat., Nov. 22, 10:30-11:30 AM Ages 3-18

MIDDLETOWN

Musical Baby Play Group 

Sat., Nov. 8 & Dec. 6, 10:30 AM Ages 0-1

Jigsaw Puzzle Race Sat., Nov. 8, 2-4 PM

Register your team of 3-5: 245-7332 

Glow-in-the-Dark Preschool Party Sat., Nov 15, 10 AM 

Crafts, building, dancing, and more. Ages 3-6

Intro to Guitarlele 101 

Tue., Nov. 18 & Dec. 16, 6 PM Ages 7-12

Register: Emma.Treganowan@lfpl.org

Llama Llama Pajama Storytime Sat., Dec. 13, 11 AM Ages 2-6

NEWBURG

Spy School Sat., Nov. 8, 2 PM

Learn secret agent skills like codes, hidden 
messages, and more. Ages 5-11

Pokémon Club Thu., Nov. 20 & Dec. 18, 5:30-6:30 PM

Trade, play, and do activities. Ages 5-11

Family Drop-In Handprint Turkeys

Wed., Nov. 26, 2-4 PM 

Cookies & Cocoa Sat., Dec. 6, 2-3 PM

Cookie decorating & DIY hot cocoa mix. Ages 5-11

Noon Year’s Eve Party Wed., Dec. 31, 11 AM-12:15 PM 
Crafts, activities, and a countdown at noon! Ages 2-11

NORTHEAST

Cereal Cinema Sat., Nov. 1, 10 AM: Migration

Sat., Dec. 27, 10 AM: Harold and the Purple Crayon

WAGS: Read with a Dog

Sat., Nov. 1 & Dec. 6, 2-3 PM: Bailey

Tue., Nov. 25 & Dec. 23, 4-5:30 PM: Ellie

15-min slots available. Register: 394-0379 or 
NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org

What’s Cooking?

Sat., Nov. 8, 10:30 AM: Berry Good Snacks

Sat., Dec. 6, 10:30 AM: Rudolph Snacks Ages 4-9

Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org

4-H Art Club

Mon., Nov. 10, 5 PM: Photography Still Life

Mon., Dec. 8, 5 PM: Community Service Project 

Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org

Ages 9-13

4-H Kids Cook Thu., Nov. 13, 5 PM: Speedy Chili

Thu., Dec. 11, 5 PM: Homemade Mints Ages 9-13

Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org

A Wicked Evening Thu., Nov. 13, 6 PM

Sing along to Wicked (2024), plus themed activities 
and a party! Costumes encouraged.

Nature Play Sat., Nov. 15 & Dec. 13, 2-3 PM

Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org

Nutcracker Family Storytime with Louisville Ballet

Wed., Nov. 19, 6:30 PM

Carmichael’s Bookstore presents author and 
illustrator Jan Brett Tue., Dec. 9, 5 PM

Register: LFPL.org/JanBrett or 574-1644

Family Storytime Sat., Dec. 20, 10:30-11:30 AM

Holiday stories, crafts, hot chocolate, and cookies. 
Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org

Ages 2-8

Noon Year’s Eve Storytime Wed., Dec. 31, 11 AM Ages 1-6

OFFSITE

Nature Play & the Library Mon., Nov. 17, 10:30 AM 
Jefferson Memorial Forest (11311 Mitchell Hill Rd.) 
Meets at the Welcome Center. Ages 0-6

PARKLAND

Little Dreamers’ Dress-Up

Sat., Nov. 1, 2-3 PM Ages 5-12

STEM Gems Mon., Nov. 10 & Dec. 15, 6-7 PM

Hands-on STEM projects. Ages 5-12

My Louisville Storytime

Sat., Nov. 15, 2 PM: Marresa Burke

Sat., Dec. 13, 2 PM: Deedee Cummings Ages 5-12

Library Legends, Jr.: Game Time

Mon., Nov. 17 & Dec. 22, 6-7 PM

Classic and new board games. Ages 5-12

Autumn Tree Craft Thu., Nov. 20, 6-7 PM Ages 5-12

LEGO Club

Mon., Nov. 24 & Dec. 29, 6-7 PM Ages 5-12

Puzzle Piece Artistry

Tue., Nov. 25, 4:30-5:30 PM Ages 5-12

Movie Showing: Harold and the Purple Crayon

Sat., Nov. 29, 2-3:30 PM

Color Blocking Painting Thu., Dec. 18, 6-7 PM Ages 5-12

Winter Break Dance Party

Tue., Dec. 23, 4 PM Ages 5-12

Diamond Painting Sat., Dec. 27, 2-3 PM Ages 8-12

Puptastic Movie Afternoon

Tue., Dec. 30, 3-5 PM: PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie!

PORTLAND

(reopening fall 2025 - check LFPL.org for 
programming availability)

ST. MATTHEWS

Dogman Hero Party Sat., Nov. 15, 2-4:30 PM

Join Dog Man and Carmichael’s Kids to celebrate 
the release of Dog Man: Big Jim Believes!

Register: LFPL.org/dogman

Family Movie Night

Thu., Nov. 20, 5:45 PM: Paddington 2

Thu., Dec. 18, 5:45 PM: Home Alone

Nutcracker Family Storytime with Louisville Ballet 
Mon., Nov. 24, 6:30 PM

Pint Size Playdate Sat., Dec. 6, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM Ages 0-5

SHAWNEE

Temporary Tattoo Parlor Thu., Nov. 6, 4-5 PM

Create your own tattoo with henna or markers. Ages 8-18

LEGO Party! Sat., Nov. 8, 11 AM-1 PM

Back in the Lab! 

Mon., Nov. 10, 24 & Dec. 8, 22, 5:30-7 PM 

Find Kahoot games and Roblox. 

Fall Luminaries Craft Thu., Nov. 13, 4-5 PM Ages 6-12



DIY Bouncy Balls Thu., Nov. 20, 4-5 PM Ages 6-12

No-Sew Hats & Infinity Scarves

Wed., Nov. 26, 3:30–5 PM Ages 8-18

Nutcracker Family Storytime with Louisville Ballet

Wed., Dec. 3, 6:30 PM

Bad Art Club Thu., Dec. 4, 4–5 PM

Ornamentality 2025! Sat., Dec. 6, 2-4 PM

Make a unique holiday ornament.

Once Upon an Orchestra: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie 
Thu., Dec. 9, 6:30 PM

Salt Dough Ornament Decoration

Thu., Dec. 11, 4-5 PM Ages 6-18

Winter Movie Hangout Thu., Dec. 18, 4–6 PM

SHIVELY

Family Movie Monday - PAW Patrol: The Movie

Mon., Nov. 10, 5:30-7:30 PM 

Reading with Rowan Storytime

Thu., Nov. 13 & Dec. 11, 10:30 AM Ages 0-6

Meet therapy dog Rowan for some four-legged fun. 

Dance, Dance: Disco Bubble Party! Sat., Nov. 15, 1-2 PM

Family Game Night Mon., Nov. 24 & Dec. 22, 6-7:30 PM

Little Artists Tue., Nov. 25 & Dec. 23, 3-4 PM Ages 6-12

Explore various styles and elements of art. 

Family Movie Monday: 

Mon., Dec. 8, 5:30-7:30 PM: Winter Holiday Hangout 
Special featuring Olaf’s Frozen Adventure, Kung Fu 
Panda Holiday, and Frosty’s Winter Wonderland

New Year’s Eve Party Wed., Dec. 31, 1-2:30 PM

Music, games, crafts, and dress-up.

SOUTH CENTRAL

STEAM Day: COLLIDER Artists Edition

Sat., Nov. 1, 11 AM-3 PM Multi-media art, animation, 
drawing, storytelling, balloons, and more! All ages

Homeschoolers STEAM Storytime

Mon., Nov 3, 2-3 PM: Space

Mon., Nov 10, 2-3 PM: Rocks

Mon., Nov 17, 2-3 PM: Catapults

Mon., Nov 24, 2-3 PM: Edible Science

Mon., Dec 1, 2-3 PM: Stop Motion Animation

Mon., Dec 8, 2-3 PM: LEGOs

Mon., Dec 15, 2-3 PM: Boats

Mon., Dec 22, 2-3 PM: Rockets 

Mon., Dec 29, 2-3 PM: Marble Run Ages 5-11

Family Pinterest Club 

Thu., Nov 6., 6-7 PM: Water Colors

Thu., Nov 13., 6-7 PM: Mosaics

Thu., Dec 4, 6 PM: Suncatchers

Thu., Dec 11, 6 PM: Snow Globes

Thu., Dec 18, 6 PM: Candle Making

Nutcracker Family Storytime with Louisville Ballet

Thu., Nov. 20, 6:30 PM

Make-and-Take Ornaments

Sat., Dec. 13, 2-3 PM Ages 4-11 

DIY Gifts Tue., Dec. 23, 2-3:30 PM Ages 5-16

LEGO My Library Tue., Dec. 30, 3-4 PM Ages 3-11

COLLIDER Artist-In-Residence: Lakisha Morris

Sat., Nov. 8, 12-2 PM:

The Art of Buttercream Ages 10-adult

Fri., Nov. 14, 12-2 PM: Illusion Cakes Ages 10-adult

Mon., Nov. 17, 12-2 P: Cake as Canvas Ages 10-adult

Once Upon an Orchestra: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie 
Tue., Nov. 18, 6:30 PM

COLLIDER Artist-In-Residence: 
Saw Peep Pan-Asian Ensemble

Sun., Dec. 14, 2-4 PM: Shadow Puppet Workshop 
Ages 9-adult

Sat., Dec. 20, 2-4 PM: Saw Peep Open Rehearsal 
& Q+A All ages

Sun., Dec. 28, 2-3:30 PM: Shadow Puppets & 
Music of Asia All ages

Register: Liz.Magee@lfpl.org

SOUTHWEST

Once Upon an Orchestra: And Tango Make Three 

Sat., Nov. 1, 2-3 PM

4-H for Homeschoolers

Tue., Nov. 4, 1 PM: Easy Vegetable Soup, officer 
voting, and leader ceremony

Tue., Dec. 2, 1 PM: Community Service Ages 9-18

Cookbook Club with the Charlie Cart 

Sat., Nov. 8, 2 PM: Scottish Shortbread Cookies

Register: 933-0029 Ages 6-12

4-H Cloverbuds

Thu., Nov 13, 5-6 PM: Mini Cheese Ball Bites

Thu,, Dec 11, 5-6 PM: Festive Trees Ages 5-8

Southwest Block Party Sat., Nov. 15, 2-3 PM

LEGO’s, blocks, and snacks! Ages 0-12

Homeschoolers Book Club

Thu., Nov. 20, 2-3 PM: Percy Jackson and the 
Olympians by Rick Riordan

Thu., Dec 18, 2-3 PM: The Vanderbeekers of 141st 
Street by Karina Yan Glaser

Register: 933-0029 Ages 10-14

Kids Only Club: Holiday Card Workshop 

Tue., Nov 25, 6-7 PM Ages 6-12

Nutcracker Family Storytime with Louisville Ballet

Mon., Dec. 1, 6:30 PM

Polar Express Pajama Party! Sat., Dec. 13, 10 AM-1 PM

Treats, crafts, music, face painting, photos with 
Santa, and a book giveaway for kids of all ages, plus 
special appearances by Mrs. Claus, the Polar Express 
conductor, and the North Pole elves! Ages 0-18

Charlie’s Snack Club: Sugar Cookies

Mon., Dec. 22, 2-3 PM Register: 933-0029 Ages 3-6

WESTERN

Game Time Mon., Nov. 3-Dec. 29, 4-5 PM Ages 8-17

Mario Kart, Uno, Clue, and more!

Children’s Craft Time Tuesdays 3:30-4:30 PM Ages 9-12

DIY Sock Puppets Thu., Nov. 6, 3-4:30 PM Ages 9-12

Make a Turkey! Thu., Nov. 13, 3:30-4:30 PM Ages 5-12

Make a pinecone turkey with our supplies!

Build a Fort!

Thu., Nov. 20, 3:30-4:30 PM Ages 9 & under

Family After-Hours Movie Night

Fri., Nov. 28, 5-7 PM Ages 5-18

Watch Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Short Reads Short Story Reading Group

Sat. Nov. 29, 2:30 PM

Read and discuss short stories together.

Make a Snow Globe!

Thu., Dec. 11, 3:30-4:30 PM Ages 9-12

Once Upon an Orchestra: Fly Tue., Dec. 16, 10:30 AM

Marshmallow Creations

Thu., Dec. 18, 3:30-4:30 PM Ages 8-12

Engineer marshmallow creations.


SOUTHWEST REGIONAL • 11/1, 2 PM
And Tango Makes Three

FAIRDALE • 11/12, 10:30 AM
The Very Hungry Caterpillar

SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL • 11/18, 12 PM
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

CRESCENT HILL • 12/4 10:30 AM
And Tango Makes Three

SHAWNEE • 12/9, 6:30 PM
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

WESTERN • 12/16, 10:30 AM
Fly

LFPL.org/Orchestra

 
SAT., NOVEMBER 15, 2-4:30 PM

ST. MATTHEWS LIBRARY

REGISTER: LFPL.ORG/DOGMAN


FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 10AM - 1 pm

SOUTHWEST REGIONAL LIBRARY



Reading skills development for children newborn to 8 years


301 York Street

Louisville, KY 40203

BABY STORYTIME

Children up to age 2, with a parent or

caregiver unless otherwise noted.

MAIN LIBRARY Saturdays at 9:30 AM

BON AIR LIBRARY Thursdays, 9:30 AM (exc. Nov. 27 & Dec. 25)

CRESCENT HILL Wednesdays, 10:05 AM (exc. Dec. 24 & 31)

HIGHLANDS-SHELBY PARK Thursdays, 10:15 AM 
(exc. Nov. 27 & Dec. 25)

JEFFERSONTOWN Mon., Nov. 10, 24 & Dec. 8, 22, 10:30 AM

IROQUOIS Mondays, 10:15 & 11:15 AM 
& Sat., Nov. 15, 10:15 AM

MIDDLETOWN Wednesdays, 9:30 AM

NORTHEAST REGIONAL Wednesdays, 9:30 AM (exc. Dec. 24)
(Ages 0-12 months)

ST. MATTHEWS Wednesdays, 10:15 AM

SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL Mondays, 9:30 AM

SOUTHWEST REGIONAL Wednesdays, 9:30 AM (exc. Dec. 24 & 31)

TODDLER STORYTIME
Children ages 2 to 3, with a parent or
caregiver unless otherwise noted.

MAIN LIBRARY Saturdays at 10:30 AM

BON AIR LIBRARY Thursdays, 9:30 AM
(exc. Nov. 27 & Dec. 25)

CRESCENT HILL Wednesdays, 10:45 AM (exc. Dec. 24 & 31)

HIGHLANDS-SHELBY PARK Thursdays, 11:15 AM
(exc. Nov. 27 & Dec. 25)

IROQUOIS Wed., Nov. 5-Dec. 17, 11:15 AM

JEFFERSONTOWN Thursdays,10:15 AM
(exc. Nov. 27 & Dec. 25)

 MIDDLETOWN Thursdays, 9:30 AM

NORTHEAST REGIONAL Tuesdays, 10 AM (ages 2-3)
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM (exc. Dec. 24 & 31) 
(ages 12-24 months)

ST. MATTHEWS Wednesdays, 11:15 AM

SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL Wednesdays, 10:15 AM

SOUTHWEST REGIONAL Wednesdays, 10 AM (exc. Dec. 24 & 31)

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Children ages 3 to 5, with a parent or
caregiver unless otherwise noted.

MAIN LIBRARY Wednesdays at 10 AM

BON AIR LIBRARY Thursdays, 10:30 AM
(exc. Nov. 27 & Dec. 25)

CRESCENT HILL Wednesdays, 3 PM (exc. Dec. 24 & 31)

HIGHLANDS-SHELBY PARK Thursdays, 11:15 AM
(exc. Nov. 27 & Dec. 25)

IROQUOIS Wed., Nov. 5-Dec. 17, 10:15 AM

JEFFERSONTOWN Thursdays ,11 AM (exc. Nov. 27 & Dec. 25)

MIDDLETOWN Thursdays, 10:30 AM

NORTHEAST REGIONAL Tuesdays, 11 AM

ST. MATTHEWS Thursdays , 10:15 AM
(exc. Nov. 27 & Dec. 25)

SHAWNEE Wednesdays, 10:30 AM

SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL Wednesdays, 11:15 AM

SOUTHWEST REGIONAL Wednesdays, 11 AM (exc. Dec. 24 & 31)

FAMILY STORYTIME
Families with children ages 3 to 8, 
unless otherwise noted.

FAIRDALE Wed., Nov. 5, 19, 26 & Dec. 3, 10, 17, 10:30 AM

JEFFERSONTOWN Nov. 8 & Dec. 13, 10:30 AM

NEWBURG Wednesdays, 10:30 AM (Ages 0-8)

NORTHEAST REGIONAL Nov. 22 & Dec. 20, 10:30 AM (ages 2-8)

PARKLAND Wed., Nov. 12, 26 & Dec. 10, 6 PM (ages 0-10)

ST. MATTHEWS Thursdays , 11:15 AM
(exc. Nov. 27 & Dec. 25)

SHIVELY Thursdays, 10:30 AM

WESTERN Mondays, 6 PM (ages 10 & under)

COMBINED STORYTIMES
Children ages 0-6, with a parent or caregiver unless 
otherwise noted.

BON AIR Mondays, 6 PM

CRESCENT HILL Wed., Dec 31, 10:30 AM

SHIVELY Thu., Nov. 6-Dec. 18 10:30 AM

PARKLAND Mondays, 10 AM 
& Fri., Nov. 7, 21, & Dec. 5, 19, 10 AM

BILINGUAL STORYTIME
Children ages 0-6, with a parent or caregiver unless 
otherwise noted.

IROQUOIS Tue., Nov. 25, 11:15 AM (English/Spanish)

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