A woman is holding a baby while reading a book. AI generated content LFPL.org Louisville Free Public Library News and Information MARCH/APRIL 2026 Gary Stewart: I am From the Honky-Tonks with NY Times bestselling biographer Jimmy McDonough In conversation with WFPK's Michael Young A young girl is holding a book with a picture of a woman on the cover. AI generated content A yellow sign with black writing that says "Main-Off Broadway Reading Series". AI generated content A group of people, including a man and a woman, are posing for a picture. The woman is wearing a hat, and the man is wearing a tie. The group is standing in front of a chair. AI generated content A man sits on the hood of a car, wearing a blue shirt and jeans. AI generated content In the mid-seventies, Kentucky native Gary Stewart’s crazed hits, including “She’s Actin’ Single (I’m Drinkin’ Doubles)” and “Drinkin’ Thing”, rocketed him to the top of the charts, earning him the admiration of Bob Dylan, The Allman Brothers Band, and Tanya Tucker. Within a few years though, he had flamed out and all-but-vanished from the music scene. That was until bestselling author Jimmy McDonough (Shakey: Neil Young’s Biography) barged his way into the spooky, Florida doublewide Stewart was hiding out in, beginning a nearly 40-year obsession with the musician. Gary Stewart: I Am From the Honky Tonks is the outrageous tale of a true country outlaw, told in McDonough’s inimitable two-fisted style – a unique combination of oral history, vivid prose, and personal experience. Join the author in conversation with WFPK's Michael Young, the host of Roots n' Boots, the longest-running Americana/Alt Country radio show in the world. The program is free, but registration is requested. A book signing will follow, with books available for purchase from Carmichael's. Thursday, April 9, 6:30 p.m. South Central Regional Library REGISTER: LFPL.org/Authors or (502) 574-1644 Once Upon a Library: An Annual Parkland Library Celebration It's hard to believe it has been a year already since the Parkland Library officially reopened, after nearly four decades. To celebrate, Parkland Library invites the community to come together for what will be an annual celebration of stories, imagination, and connection. Once Upon a Library brings together friends, families, and neighbors for a day filled with activities, shared moments, and the joy of discovering what the Parkland Library has to offer. All ages are welcome – come make memories, spark your imagination, and be part of the story! Saturday, March 14, 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Parkland Library Call (502) 574-1832 for more info. Main Off-Broadway Play Reading Series returns in April The Main Off-Broadway Play Reading Series, which showcases dramatic readings of classic plays that have recently entered the public domain, will visit several branches this season. In April, talented local actors will read Once in a Lifetime by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman. The first of many comedies by Kaufman and Hart, in which a trio of vaudevillians, down on their luck, race out to Hollywood hoping to strike it rich after the first “talkie” takes the world by storm. With hope and a little help, they may just do it. Sunday, April 19, 1:30 - 4 p.m. St. Matthews Library REGISTER: LFPL.org/OffBroadway or (502) 574-1623 A row of various food items and utensils, including a fork, knife, spoon, and bowl. AI generated content Library in Bloom: Grow, Cook, and Read at the Library Spring is here and it’s time to grow, cook, and learn at the library! Join us and our community partners for this family-friendly event celebrating home gardening, native flowers and plants, healthy cooking, and sustainable agriculture. We will have plant and seed giveaways, craft stations, refreshments, local gardening experts, and more. Saturday, April 25, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Southwest Regional Library The Louisville Free Public Library & Library Foundation are proud to host the Louisville Regional Spelling Bee Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m. • Southwest Regional Library ADULT Programs FOR AGES 18+ UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. MAIN (closed for renovations; call 574-1611 for info) BON AIR Mind Body Wellness: The Ally’s Toolkit Wed., Mar. 4-25, 6-7 PM Mar. 4: The Ally Mindset Mar. 11: Communication that Heals Mar. 18: Safety & Suicide Prevention Mar. 25: Refilling Your Own Cup The Wet Woods, Salt Licks, and Purple Orchids of Fairdale Sat., Mar. 7, 12:30-2 PM with KY ecologists Julian Campbell and Josh Wysor Mending Circle Sat., Mar 7, 3-4:30 PM Bring new life to well-loved clothes and soft goods. Author Visit & Discussion – Dana Walker Lindley Sat., Mar. 21, 2:30 PM Lindley will be on hand to discuss her book, Ascension: Portrait of a Woman. CRESCENT HILL Navigating Life’s Next Chapter Tue., Mar. 3, 11 AM Presented by Cindy Bush, Owner/Senior Move Manager Meeting of the Minds Wed., Mar. 4 & Apr. 1, 6-7:30 PM Current events discussion group. Sit ‘n’ Stitch Sat., Mar. 7 & Apr. 4, 1:30-3:30 PM Saturday Morning Book Discussion Sat., Mar. 14, 10:30 AM:The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner Sat., Apr. 11, 10:30 AM: Hard Times by Charles Dickens Living Poetry Society Sat., Mar. 14 & Apr. 11, 2-3 PM Zoning Matters: Conversation with a City Planner Tue., Mar. 17, 3-7 PM Chess Club Thu., Mar. 19 & Apr. 16, 6-7:30 PM Learn and play chess. Register: Noah.Park@lfpl.org Video Game Discussion Group Sat., Mar. 21, 2:30-3:30 PM: Ms. Pac-Man Sat., April 25, 2:30-3:30 PM: Donkey Kong Country Afternoon Book Discussion Wed., Mar. 25, 1:30 PM: Irrepressible: The Jazz Age Life of Henrietta Bingham by Emily Bingham Wed., Apr. 22,29 1:30 PM: Birding While Indian by Thomas Gannon Horror Book & Movie Club Discussions Thu., Mar. 26, 6-7:30 PM: This Cursed House by Del Sandeen Thu., Apr. 30, 6 PM: Experimental Film by Gemma Files and screen The Wicker Man (1974, R 17+). Questions? Email Ashley.Sims@lfpl.org Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange Sat., Apr. 25, 11 AM-1 PM FAIRDALE Friends of the Fairdale Library Meetings Tue. Mar. 3, Apr. 7, 6–7 PM Chair Yoga Thu., Mar. 5, 19 & Apr. 2, 16, 12:30 PM Crafting with Cricut Mon., Mar. 9, 3:45-4:45 PM Register: 375-2051 Ages 13+ Adult Book Discussion Tue. Mar. 17, 5:30 PM: Trespasses by Louise Kennedy Tue., Apr. 21, 5:30 PM: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman DIY Series Mon., Mar. 30, 6:30 PM: Cookie Cutter Bird Feeders Mon., Apr. 27, 6:30 PM: Coffee Filter Flowers Register: 375-2051 HIGHLANDS-SHELBY PARK Nonfiction Book Group Tue., Mar. 3, 1 PM: Letter to a Stranger by Colleen Kinder Tue., Apr. 7, 1 PM: The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy by James Patterson & Vicki Ward Evening Book Discussion Wed., Mar. 4, 6:30 PM: The Lost Book of Friends by Lisa Wingate Wed., Apr. 1, 6:30 PM: Miracle Creek by Angie Kim Researching Your Home Thu., Mar. 5, 6:30 PM Register: 574-1672 Friends of the Highland-Shelby Park Library Meetings Mon., Mar. 9 & Apr. 13, 6:30-7:30 PM Call 574-1672 for virtual options. Native Plant Gardening with Jefferson County Conservation District Register: 574-1672 Wed., Mar. 11, 6-7:30 PM: How to Start a Native Plant Garden Wed., Mar 25, 6-7:30 PM: Rain Gardens Local Authors Spotlight Thu., Apr. 9, 6:30 PM Meet local authors Leslie Moise, Lynn Slaughter, Sarah Landenwich, and Kelly Hill, plus Q+A. IROQUOIS English Conversation Club Saturdays 3-4 PM Friends of the Iroquois Library Meetings Sun., Mar. 8 & Apr. 12, 2-3:30 PM Sit & Stitch Mon., Mar. 9 & Apr. 13, 12-1 PM Adult Book Discussion Tue., Mar. 10 & Apr. 14, 1:30 PM Call 574-1720 for titles. Great Decisions 2026 Wednesdays, Mar. 11-Apr. 29, 6-7:30 PM Registration required: 574-1720 Saturday Morning Coffee & Craft Sat., Mar. 21 & Apr. 18, 10-11 AM Register: 574-1720 Iroquois Library Puzzle Hustle – Spring Edition Sat., Mar. 28, 11 AM-12:30 PM Register: 574-1720 Teams up to 5 members. Team captain must be 18+. Jump into Genealogy Register: 574-1720 Sat., Apr. 4, 10 AM: Starting Your Genealogy Research Mon., Apr. 13, 6:30 PM: Vital Records JEFFERSONTOWN Mindful Movement Chair Yoga Mon., Mar. 2, 16 & Apr. 6, 20, 10:30 AM Friends of the Jeffersontown Library Meeting Wed., Mar. 11, 10:30 AM-12 PM Plan Your Vegetable Garden with Jefferson Co. Master Gardeners Assoc. Sat., Mar 14, 2-3 PM Adult Book Discussion Wed., Mar. 18, 10:30 AM: The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides Wed., Apr. 15, 10:30 AM: Brooklyn by Colm Toibin Craft Social Club Register: 267-5713 Sat., Mar. 28, 11 AM: Bookmark hanger Sat., Apr. 25, 11 AM: Jockey silk hanger Falls of the Ohio with Jeffersontown Historical Society’s Paul Olliges Mon., Apr. 6, 1-2:30 PM MIDDLETOWN Libby App Tutoring Tue., Mar. 10 & Apr. 14, 9 AM Register: 245-7332 Mindful Chair Yoga Wed., Mar. 11 & Apr. 8, 11 AM Night Owls Book Discussion Thu., Mar. 12 & Apr. 9, 6:30 PM Call 245-7332 for titles. Early Birds Book Discussion Tue., Mar. 17, 10 AM: The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict Tue., Apr. 21, 10 AM: The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls NEWBURG Adult Coloring Club Tue., Mar. 10 & Apr. 7, 6-7 PM Autistic Adult Community Hour Tue., Mar. 24 & Apr. 14, 6-7 PM Register: Charlie.Ward@lfpl.org Adult Book Discussion Tue., Mar. 31, 6 PM: Catalina by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio Tue., Apr. 28, 6 PM: North Woods by Daniel Mason Register: Charlie.Ward@lfpl.org Ninety-Nine Lessons in Critical Thinking with Dr. Robert Friedland Join author Dr. Robert Friedland as he shines a light on how we think and how decisions are influenced by word choice, preconceived ideas, framing, biases, and inattentiveness. Using stories from his 45 years of clinical and scientific experience, Friedland will illustrate ways in which critical thinking skills can be developed and awareness of thought processes enhanced. Dr. Friedland is a cognitive neurologist at the UofL School of Medicine, devoted to the study of brain disorders associated with aging. Wednesday, March 4, 2 p.m. St. Matthews Library REGISTER: LFPL.org/Authors or (502) 574-1623 LIBRARY LOCATIONS MAIN • CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS 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 • 3305 Northwestern Pkwy, 574-1744 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 CLOSING: EASTER - SUNDAY, APRIL 5 NORTHEAST How to Start a Cutting Flower Garden with Jefferson Co. Master Gardeners Assoc. Wed., Mar. 4, 2-3 PM Chair Yoga Thursdays at 10 AM English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Thursdays at 11:30 AM Guided English practice with a library staff member. Yes, Chef! Chef-in-Residence Programs March Chef-in-Residence: Allen Heintzman Sun., Mar. 8, 2 PM: History in Flavor - How Spices Shaped the World Sat., Mar. 21, 3 PM: The Future of Food Sun., Mar. 22, 2 PM: Food, Science & Ancient Wisdom All ages welcome. Register: LFPL.org/YesChef Creative Writing Group Tue., Mar. 10 & Apr. 14, 6:30-7:30 PM Watercolor Painting Wed., Mar. 11, 1-4 PM Beginners welcome. Register: 394-0379 HIYO Puppet Club Sun., Mar. 15 & Apr. 19, 1-3 PM Learn puppetry skills. Register: Sarah.Hall@lfpl.org Adult Book Discussion Group Mon., Mar. 16, 6:30 PM: Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl Mon., Apr. 20, 6:30 PM: Miss Morgan’s Book Brigade by Janet Skeslien Charles Blanket Stitch Applique Tue., Mar. 17, 5:30-7:30 PM Register: Fiona.Eden@lfpl.org MAKElive Mon., Mar. 23, 12 PM Join in person or virtually at YouTube@AskLFPL. Intro to 3D Printing Mon., Mar. 23, 6 PM Register: NEMakerPavilion@lfpl.org LGBTQ+ Book Discussion Tue., Mar. 24, 6:30 PM: Bad Gays: A Homosexual History by Huw Lemmey and Ben Miller Tue., Apr. 28, 6:30 PM: You Should Be So Lucky by Cat Sebastian Friends of the Northeast Regional Library Meeting Thu., Mar. 26 & Apr. 23, 6 PM Bob Ross Landscape Painting Wed., Apr. 8, 1-4 PM Register: 394-0379 Yes, Chef! Chef-in-Residence Programs April Chef-in-Residence: Martha Morgan Sat., Apr. 11, 3 PM: Allergy-Friendly Sourdough Soft Pretzel Bites and Dip Thu., Apr. 16, 6 PM: Allergy-Friendly, Award-Winning Sweet Potato Curry Gravy and Sourdough Biscuits Sat., Apr. 25, 3 PM: Learn How to Bake Without Wheat, Dairy, Eggs & Peanuts All ages welcome. Register: LFPL.org/YesChef Zoning Matters: Conversation with a City Planner Tue., Apr. 14, 3-7 PM Sewing Machines 101 Tue., Apr. 21, 5:30-7:30 PM Register: Fiona.Eden@lfpl.org 3rd Annual Tiny Art Show hosted by the Northeast Teen Advisory Board Apr. 23-May 23 during regular library hours This fundraiser for the Friends of the Northeast Regional Library is open to all ages and media. Original art donated will be sold at the Tiny Art Show (pieces must not exceed 3”x3”x3” in any direction). Tiny canvases are available for pick-up starting Mar. 30. Drop off finished art for donation at Northeast Regional Mar. 30-Apr. 20. 3rd Annual Tiny Art Show Opening Thu., Apr. 23, 6:30-7:30 PM Enjoy light hors’d’oeuvres and peruse community- made tiny pieces of art for exhibit and purchase. OFFSITE Club de lectura y análisis de cuentos cortos en español Mon., Mar. 16 & Apr. 20, 5:30-6:30 PM Heine Brothers, 3541 Outer Loop Ages 18+ Due Date: A Library Death Salon Thu., Mar. 19, 7 PM: Death & Taxes Thu., Apr. 23, 7 PM: Family Estrangement in the Wake of Loss Register: Kaira.Tucker@lfpl.org Nook & Nowhere, 1149 S. Shelby St. Style Spotting Architecture Walks Tue., Mar. 31, 6 PM: Irish Hill Meets at Baxter Ave. and Hull St. Tue., Apr. 28, 6 PM: Toonerville Meets at Toonerville Trolley Park, 1215 S. Brook St. Register: Kaira.Tucker@lfpl.org PARKLAND Tabletop Throwdown: Board Game Night Tue., Mar. 3, 17, 31 & April 14, 28, 5:30–7:30 PM Financial Education with Park Community Credit Union Tue., Mar. 3 & Apr. 7, 5:30-7:30 PM Reading Together Thu., Mar. 5 & Apr. 2, 6-7:30 PM Reel Reads Compare novels and their movie counterparts! Sat., Mar. 7, 1-3:30 PM: Annihilation (R) Books & Hooks Crochet Group Mon., Mar. 9 & Apr. 13, 6-7 PM Mind Body Wellness: The Ally’s Toolkit Wed., Mar. 10-31, 6-7 PM Mar. 10: The Ally Mindset Mar. 17: Communication that Heals Mar. 24: Safety & Suicide Prevention Mar. 31: Refilling Your Own Cup Zoning Matters: Conversation with a City Planner Tue., Mar. 31, 3-7 PM Native Plant Gardening with Jefferson County Conservation District Register: 574-1832 Wed., Apr. 1, 6 PM: How to Start a Native Plant Garden Single Dads Support Group Tue., Mar. 10 & Apr. 14, 6:30-7:30 PM Creative Writing Workshop Wed., Mar. 11 & Apr. 8, 6:30-7:30 PM Savvy Senior Thu., Mar. 12, 11 AM–12 PM: Safe Internet Browsing Wed., Apr. 8, 10-11:30 AM: Card Making Once Upon a Library: An Annual Parkland Library Celebration Sat., Mar. 14, 9:30 AM-3 PM Handcrafted Cardmaking Series Sat., Mar. 14 & Apr. 25, 10:30 AM-12 PM Register: 20makerspace@lfpl.org Cozy Crafting Sat., Mar. 21, 2-4 PM: DIY Affirmation Cards Tue., Apr. 7, 6-7:30 PM: Collage Poetry Register: 574-1832 or AdultRef20@lfpl.org DIY Clock Radios Sat., Apr. 11, 1-4 PM Register: 574-1832 or AdultRef20@lfpl.org Earth Day Mini Junk Journal Wed., Apr. 22, 3-4:30 PM Register: 574-1832 or AdultRef20@lfpl.org DIY Springtime Paper Garland Sat., Apr. 25, 2 PM Register: 20makerspace@lfpl.org PORTLAND Art in the Library - Fluidity & Motion in Charcoal Figure Drawing Tue., Mar. 3-17, 5:30-7:30 PM Register: LFPL.org/ArtInTheLibrary Movie Discussion Group Bless Me, Ultima (2013) Wed., Mar. 4, 5:30 PM: Movie viewing Wed., Mar. 11, 6-7 PM: Discussion One Battle After Another (2026) Wed., Apr. 1, 5:30 PM: Movie viewing Wed., Apr. 8, 6-7 PM: Discussion Community Craft & Chat Thu., Mar. 5 & Apr. 2, 6-7:30 PM Seed Swap Sat., Mar. 7, 1-3 PM Pet Psychic Wed., Mar. 18, 6-7:30 PM Meet Professional Animal Communicator Latifa Meena. Sewing and Embroidery Machine Overview Tue., Mar. 17 & Apr. 14, 6-7:30 PM Thu., Mar. 19 & Apr. 15, 9:30-11 AM Register: portlandpod@lfpl.org or 574-1642 Adult Book Club Thu., Mar. 19, 6-7 PM: Somebody’s Daughter by Ashley C. Ford Thu., Apr. 16, 6-7 PM: Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly Cricut and XTool Overview Tue., Mar 24 & Apr. 21, 6-7:30 PM Thu., Mar 26 & Apr. 23, 9:30-11 AM Register: portlandpod@lfpl.org or 574-1642 Pod Tools 101 Sat., Mar. 28 & Apr. 25, 9:30 AM-12 PM Makerspace basics. Register: portlandpod@lfpl.org or 574-1642 ST. MATTHEWS English Conversation Club Mondays 6-7 PM More info: 547-1771 Adult Crafty Night Out Tue., Mar. 3, 6-7:30 PM: Bottlecap & Cabochon Magnets Tue., Apr. 7, 6-7:30 PM: Pressed Flower Bookmarks Register: 574-1771 Ninety-Nine Lessons in Critical Thinking with Dr. Robert Friedland Wed., Mar. 4, 2-3:30 PM Register: LFPL.org/Authors or (502) 574-1644 HorsePower: The Making of the Tremendous Machine Thu., Mar. 5, 2 PM Explore the anatomy and physiology of Thoroughbreds through the lens of the sport’s greatest star, Secretariat. Adult Board Game Night Thu., Mar. 5 & Apr. 2, 5:30-7:30 PM Off the Beaten Path Book Discussion Group Tue., Mar. 10, 2 PM: The Vaster Wilds by Lauren Groff Tue., Apr. 14, 2 PM: Bridge of Clay by Markus Zusak Stephen King Book Discussion Group Wed, Mar. 11, 6 PM: Dolores Claiborne Wed., Apr. 8, 6 PM: The Drawing of Three Afternoon Book Discussion Thu., Mar. 12, 2 PM: Violeta by Isabel Allende Thu,, Apr. 9, 2 PM: Anxious People by Fredrik Backman Basics of Ebay and Beyond Tue., Mar. 17, 2 PM Night Owls Book Discussion Group Tue., Mar. 17, 6:30 PM: The Women by Kristin Hannah Tue., Apr. 21, 6:30 PM: The Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry Movie Discussion Group Thu., Mar. 19, 2 PM: Apocalypse Now Thu., Apr. 16, 2 PM: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon D&D at the Library Thu., Mar. 19, 6-7:30 PM Ages 16-adult Friends of the Library Book Sale Fri., Mar. 20, 1-4:30 PM Sat., Mar. 21, 10 AM-4:30 PM Sun., Mar. 22, 1-4 PM Cash only. Exact change appreciated. How to Start a Cutting Flower Garden with Jefferson Co. Master Gardeners Assoc. Wed., Apr. 1, 2-3 PM Houseplant Cutting Swap Sat., Apr. 11, 2-3 PM Derby Fashion through the Decades Mon., Apr. 13, 2 PM Louisville Panpipes Orchestra Celebrates Nature Sat., Apr. 18, 2 PM Main Off-Broadway Play Reading Series - The Tour! Sun., Apr 19, 1:30-4 PM: Once in a Lifetime by Moss Hart & George S. Kaufmann Register: LFPL.org/offbroadway or 574-1623 Friends of the St. Matthews Library Meeting Tue., Apr. 21, 10 AM Native Plant Gardening with Jefferson County Conservation District Register: 574-1771 Wed., Apr. 22, 2 PM: How to Start a Native Plant Garden Wed., Apr. 29, 2 PM: Rain Gardens Nonfiction Book Tasting Thu., Apr. 30, 6-7:30 PM Register: 574-1771 Ages 12-adult SHAWNEE AARP Tax Preparation Tue. & Thu. 11 AM-3 PM (ends Apr. 14) Free tax counseling and prep with special attention to those ages 60+. Bring tax forms, info and documents, social security number, and photo ID. Shawnee Friends of the Library Meetings Mon., Mar. 2 & Apr. 6, 11 AM-12:30 PM Reading Gym Sat., Mar. 7 & Apr. 4, 1-2 PM Build literacy muscles with fun word games. Plan Your Vegetable Garden with Jefferson Co. Master Gardeners Assoc. Wed., Mar. 11, 6-7 PM Native Plant Gardening with Jefferson County Conservation District Register: 574-1722 Tue., Mar. 17, 6 PM: How to Start a Native Plant Garden Tue., Mar 31, 6 PM: Rain Gardens Nutrition, Groceries & Your Budget Sat., Mar. 21 & Apr. 18, 1 PM Register: 574-1722 Presented by Nicole Daniels of the KSU Ext.Service. How to Start a Cutting Flower Garden with Jefferson Co. Master Gardeners Assoc. Wed., Apr. 22, 6-7 PM SHIVELY Zoning Matters: Conversation with a City Planner Ask questions about zoning and discuss the LDC Reform project. Tue., Mar. 3, 3-7 PM Adult Book Discussion Club Thu., Mar. 5, 6 PM: A Confederacy of Dunces by John Toole Thu., Apr. 2, 6 PM: and Shane by Jack Schaefer Craft Series Sat., Mar. 14, 2-3:30 PM: Squeegee art Sat., Apr. 25, 2-3:30 PM: KY Derby Needle Felting Stained Glass Jars Craft Sat., Mar. 21, 2-3:30 PM Cuppa’ Connections Thu., Mar. 19 & Apr. 16, 6-7 PM Discuss tea, books, and more! Cleaning the Park Wed., Mar. 25 & Apr. 22, 11 AM-12 PM Join the library to pick up litter at the park. Recipe Swap Sat., Apr. 18, 11 AM-12 PM SOUTH CENTRAL Spanish for Beginners - 9-week Basics Course Tue., Mar. 3-Apr. 28, 3:30 PM Ages 13-adult Register: Alecia.Fuller@LFPL.org Maker Lab Open Hours Tue., Mar 3-Apr 28 (exc. Mar 10), 5:30-7:30 PM Wed., Mar. 4-Apr. 29, 12:30-4:30 PM Fri,, Mar 6-Apr 24, 12:30-4:30 PM Patrons must complete the online Maker 101 orientation (LFPL.org/maker101) and have an LFPL library card in good standing to use equipment. Those under 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. More info: SCMakerspace@lfpl.org COLLIDER Artist-in-Residence Programs March Artist: Heba Hanbali Wed., Mar. 4, 4-6 PM: Intro to Crochet Ages 13-adult Sat., Mar. 14, 1-3 PM: Tatreez (Cross-stitch) 101 Ages 16-adult Sat., March 21, 12-3 PM: Community Craft Time All ages Register: Liz.Magee@lfpl.org El Círculo en Español/Spanish Circle Tue., Mar. 10 & Apr. 14, 6-7 PM La Hora del Té Thu., Mar. 12 & Apr. 9, 11 AM-12 PM Friends of the South Central Regional Library Meeting Tue., Mar. 17 & Apr. 21, 5:30 PM MyLibraryU Fast Class: Who Believes & Why? The Causes and Consequences of Conspiracy Theories with Dr. Adam Enders Wed., Mar. 18, 6 PM Register: LFPL.org/MyLibraryU or call 574-1623 Yearlong Quilt Along Mon., Mar. 23 & Apr. 27, 4-6 PM Register: Liz.Magee@lfpl.org Adult Digital Art Studio Sat., Mar. 28, 11 AM: Jan Svankmajer - Animated Surrealism Sat., Apr. 25, 11 AM: Lotte Reininger - Animation Trailblazer Register: Bruce.Linn@lfpl.org COLLIDER Artist-in-Residence Programs April Artist: Makara Thach Sernett Sat., Apr. 4, 12-2 PM: Rising Lotus Guided Painting Workshop Ages 13-adult Sat., Apr. 18, 12-2 PM: Vietnamese Lion Dance with River Lotus Lion Dance All ages Sat., Apr. 25, 12-2 PM: Asian Lantern Workshop Ages 13-adult Register: Liz.Magee@lfpl.org Mind Body Wellness: The Ally’s Toolkit Mon., April 6-27, 6-7 PM Apr. 6: The Ally Mindset Apr. 13: Communication that Heals Apr. 20: Safety & Suicide Prevention Apr. 27: Refilling Your Own Cup SOUTHWEST Dungeons & Dragons 5.5 Edition Mon., Mar. 2, 6-7:30 PM: Session 11 Mon., Mar. 16, 6-7:30 PM: Session 12 Mon., Apr. 6, 6-7:30 PM: Session 13 Mon., Apr. 20, 6-7:30 PM: Session 14 Friends of the Southwest Regional Library Meeting Tue., Mar. 3, 3:30 PM Open Art Studio Mon., Mar. 9, 23 & Apr. 13, 27, 6-7 PM Create with a variety of provided media. Southwest & Sensibility Book Club Tue., Mar. 10 & Apr. 14, 6 PM Call 933-0029 for titles. Easy Weeknights Fri. Mar.. 13, 10 AM: White Bean Soup Fri., Apr. 10, 10 AM: One-Pot Tomato Pasta Register: 933-0029 Beginner’s Cinnamon Roll with Chef Rachael Ritter Fri., Mar. 20 & Sat. Apr. 18, 10-11:30 AM Register: 933-0029 Smartphone Basics Sat., Mar. 28, 1-2:30 PM Register: 933-0029 Notorious Crimes of Louisville with Steve Wiser Tue., Apr. 21, 2 PM Historian Steve Wiser will delve into infamous crimes and scandalous affairs. Library in Bloom: Grow, Cook, & Read at the Library Sat., Apr. 25, 10 AM-1 PM Family-friendly event celebrating gardening, native flowers and plants, healthy cooking, and sustainable agriculture. Native Plant Gardening with Jefferson County Conservation District Register: 933-0029 Sat., Apr. 25, 12 PM: How to Start a Native Plant Garden VIRTUAL Virtual Craft & Chat Thu., Mar. 19 & Apr. 16, 3 PM Ages 18+ Register: Liz.Magee@lfpl.org WESTERN Community Crafting Jam Sat. Mar. 7, 21 & Apr. 4, 18 , 2:30-4:30 PM Bring in a creative project or start a new one here! Save Your Place: DIY Bookmark Workshop Tue., Mar. 17, 6-7 PM Short Reads: A Short Story Reading Group Sat., Mar. 21, 1:30-2:30 PM Mindful Makers: A Sensory Workshop Tue., Apr. 14, 6-7 PM COMPUTER CLASSES COMPUTER BASICS Shawnee: Fri., Mar. 13, 27 & Apr. 10, 24, 9 AM MICROSOFT WORD 1 Southwest: Fri, Mar. 6, 1-3 PM Register: 933-0029 MICROSOFT WORD 2 Southwest: Sat., Mar. 14, 1-3 PM Register: 933-0029 GOOGLE SUITE INTRO Southwest: Fri., Apr. 17, 1-3 PM Register: 933-0029 All library programs are subject to change. Please call 574-1611 or the branch to confirm. A woman wearing a headscarf and glasses is smiling. AI generated content MARCH HEBA HANBALI Fiber Artist 3/4, 4 PM • Intro to Crochet **CLASS FULL** 3/14, 1 PM • Tatreez (Cross-stitch) 101 **CLASS FULL** 3/21, 12 PM • Community Craft Time A woman with long hair and a smile on her face. AI generated content APRIL MAKARA THACH SERNETT Fine Art Painter 4/4, 12 PM • Rising Lotus Guided Painting Workshop (13-adult) 4/18, 12 PM • Vietnamese Lion Dance with River Lotus Lion Dance (All ages) 4/25, 12 PM • Asian Lantern Workshop (13-adult) All COLLIDER programs are free at the South Central Regional Library. Email Liz.Magee@LFPL.org to register. TEEN Programs FOR AGES 12-19 UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. MAIN (closed for renovations; call 574-1611 for info) BON AIR Sketchbook Journal with Jennifer Palmer Thu., Mar. 19, 2:30-3:30 PM Ages 12-19 Windowsill Herb Garden with Jennifer Palmer Tue., Apr. 7, 2:30-3:30 PM Register: 574-1795 CRESCENT HILL Chess Club Thu., Mar. 19 & Apr. 16, 6-7:30 PM Learn and play chess. Register: Noah.Park@lfpl.org Little Loom House: Fiber & Spinning Demo Tue., Apr. 7, 2:30 PM Register: 574-1793 Ages 5-18 Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange Sat., Apr. 25, 11 AM-1 PM FAIRDALE Teen Club Wednesdays 3:45- 4:45 PM (exc. Apr. 8 & 15) Crafting with Cricut Mon., Mar. 9, 3:45-4:45 PM Register: 375-2051 Ages 13+ HIGHLANDS–SHELBY PARK Teen Tabletop Gaming Mondays 3-5 PM Ages 10-19 Teen Post-Up Tuesdays 5-7 PM Ages 10-19 Teen Art Club Wednesdays, 3-5 PM Ages 10-19 Outpost Café Thursdays, 3-5 PM Ages 10-19 WAGS: Read with a Therapy Dog Wed., Mar. 18 and Apr. 15, 4-5 PM Ages 0-19 Escape the Labyrinth: TTRPG One-Shot Mon., Mar. 30, 5-7 PM Register: 574-1672 Ages 10-19 IROQUOIS Healthy Budget-Friendly Snacks for Teens: Life Skills Series Tue., Mar. 3, 4 PM Teen Lounge Thursdays 4-5 PM Teen Tuesday Tuesdays 4-5 PM (exc. Mar. 3) JEFFERSONTOWN Block Party Sat., Mar. 7, 10-11 AM Build and play with blocks. Ages 3-18 4-H Homeschool Club Tue., Mar. 17 & Apr. 21, 1-2 PM Ages 9-18 MIDDLETOWN Teen Craft Club Mondays 3:30-5 PM (exc. Apr. 6) Teen Games & Hangout Tue.-Thu. 3:30-5 PM (exc. Apr. 7-9) NEWBURG Teen Lounge Mon. & Thu. 3:30-4:30 PM (exc. Mar. 5, Apr. 6 & 9) Crafting Together Tuesdays in March 3:30-4:30 PM: Bottlecap Mosaic Tue., Apr. 7, 21, & 28, 3:30-4:30 PM: Litter Critters 4-H Cooking Program Thu., Mar. 5 & Wed., Apr. 15, 3:30-4:30 PM Ages 12-18 WAGS: Chill with a Therapy Dog Tue., Mar. 10 & Apr. 14, 3:30-4:30 PM Teen Movie Club Fri., Mar. 13, 3:30 PM Leprechaun Traps - Family STEM Program Sat., Mar. 14, 2 PM Ages 2-18 and their caregivers. Snack Attack Fri., Mar. 27, 3:30-4:30 PM: Cereal Fri., Apr. 24, 3:30-4:30 PM: Chips NORTHEAST Teen Café Wednesdays 4-5:30 PM ACT Practice Test Sat., Mar. 14 & Apr. 11, 9:30 AM-1:30 PM Grades 7-12 Bring two #2 pencils, photo ID, and calculator. Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org Dungeons & Dragons Club Wed., Mar. 18 & Apr. 15, 4-6 PM Ages 12-18 Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org Homeschool High School Book Club Thu., Mar. 19 & Apr. 16, 2 PM Ages 14-18 Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org Kentucky Shakespeare’s The Two-Actor Tempest Sat., Mar. 28, 2-3:30 PM Teen Life Skills: Mic Drop - Podcasting for Teens Mon., Apr. 6, 3 PM Led by Demarco Harris from Worth the Words, Inc. Ages 12-18. Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org Making Mini Masterpieces Tue., Apr. 7, 2-3:30 PM Create miniature paintings to donate to the NTAB Tiny Art Show (Thu., Apr. 30). Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org Ages 5-adult Escape the Tomb Escape Room Wed., Apr. 8, 1-5 PM Sign up in groups of 4 to 6: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org. Ages 12-18 Spring Break Crafternoon Thu., Apr. 9, 2-3 PM Ages 5-17 Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org 3rd Annual Tiny Art Show hosted by the Northeast Teen Advisory Board Apr. 23-May 23 during regular library hours This fundraiser for the Friends of the Northeast Regional Library is open to all ages and media. Original art donated will be sold at the Tiny Art Show (pieces must not exceed 3”x3”x3” in any direction). Tiny canvases will be available for pick-up starting Mar. 30. Drop off finished art for donation at Northeast Regional Mar. 30-Apr. 20. 3rd Annual Tiny Art Show Opening Thu., Apr. 23, 6:30-7:30 PM Enjoy light hors’d’oeuvres and peruse community-made tiny pieces of art for exhibit and purchase. PARKLAND The Teen Scene Wednesdays 5:30-7PM Teen Advisory Board Thu., Mar. 5 & Apr. 2, 4-5 PM Call 574-1832 to apply. Ages 13-18 Once Upon a Library: An Annual Parkland Library Celebration Sat., Mar. 14, 9:30 AM-3 PM In Bloom! A LEGO Make & Take Sat., Apr. 11, 2-3:30 PM Register: 574-1832 DIY Springtime Paper Garland Sat., Apr. 25, 2 PM Register: 20makerspace@lfpl.org PORTLAND Teen Game Time Tuesdays 4-5 PM Pod Kids & Teens Day Sat., Mar 14, 1:30-3 PM : Geli Prints Ages 8-18 Sat., Apr. 11, 1:30-3 PM: Watercolor Bookmarks Register: portlandpod@lfpl.org or 574-1642 Kentucky Shakespeare’s The Two-Actor Tempest Sat., Mar. 21, 2-3:30 PM Afterschool Art Thu., Mar. 26, 4-5:30 PM: Weaving Thu., Apr. 30, 4-5:30 PM: Art as Music Grades 4-12 Spring Break Pod Art Breaks Mon., Apr. 6, 1:30-3 PM: Monoprints Tue., Apr. 7, 1:30-3 PM: Clay Creations Wed., Apr. 8, 1:30-3 PM: Shrink Art Bag Charm or Keychain Thu., Apr. 9, 1:30-3 PM: Giant Leaf Prints Register: portlandpod@lfpl.org or 574-1642 Ages 8-18 Glue Table Collaborative Sculpture Mon., Apr. 6, Wed., Apr. 8, Fri., Apr. 10, 3-4 PM Ages 4-18 Music Days Tue., Apr. 7 & Thu., Apr. 9, 3-4 PM Explore instruments from around the world. Ages 0-18 ST. MATTHEWS Kentucky Shakespeare’s The Two-Actor Tempest Sat., Mar. 7, 2-3:30 PM D&D at the Library Thu., Mar. 19, 6-7:30 PM Ages 16-adult Nonfiction Book Tasting Thu., Apr. 30, 6-7:30 PM Register: 574-1771 Ages 12-adult SHAWNEE Teen Tuesdays Tue., Mar. 3-Apr. 28, 4-5 PM Voices & Vibes with The Book Works Wed., Mar. 4, 18 & Apr. 1, 15, 4-5 PM Bad Art Club Thu., Mar. 5, 5-6 PM Reading Gym Sat., Mar. 7 & Apr. 4, 1-2 PM Seed Bombs Thu., Mar. 12, 5-6 PM Learn about guerilla gardening tactics and make seed bombs. Cardboard Fortresses Thu., Mar. 19, 5-6 PM Floam Slime Thu., Mar. 26, 5-6 PM Ages 5-18 Wonder Women 2026! Sat., Mar. 28, 1-3 PM Families welcome. Ages 5-18 Sharpie Tie-Dye Thu., Apr. 2, 5-6 PM Origami Bookmarks Thu., Apr. 16, 5-6 PM Teen Life Skills: Mending & Pocketing Circle with Briana Frederick Sat., Apr. 18, 2 PM Derby Hat Crafting Thu., Apr. 30, 5-6 PM SHIVELY Drop-in Programming Drop in all March and April long. Call 574-1730 for info. SOUTH CENTRAL Teen Time Mondays 4-6 PM Spanish for Beginners - 9-week Basics Course Tue., Mar. 3-Apr. 28, 3:30 PM Ages 13-adult Register: Alecia.Fuller@LFPL.org Maker Lab Open Hours Tue., Mar 3-Apr 28 (exc. Mar 10), 5:30-7:30 PM Wed., Mar. 5-Apr. 29, 12:30-4:30 PM Fri,, Mar 6-Apr 24, 12:30-4:30 PM Patrons must complete the online Maker 101 orientation (LFPL.org/maker101) and have an LFPL library card in good standing to use equipment. Those under 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. More info: SCMakerspace@lfpl.org COLLIDER Artist-in-Residence Programs March Artist: Heba Hanbali Wed., Mar. 4, 4-6 PM: Intro to Crochet Ages 13-adult Sat., Mar. 14, 1-3 PM: Tatreez (Cross-stitch) 101 Ages 16-adult Sat., March 21, 12-3 PM: Community Craft Time All ages Register: Liz.Magee@lfpl.org Beginner’s Adventure Club Sat., Mar. 7 & Apr. 4, 12:30-2:30 PM Learn the basics of tabletop RPGs. Experts Adventure Club Sat., Mar. 21 & Apr. 18, 12:30-2:30 PM Ages 13-19 COLLIDER Artist-in-Residence Programs April Artist: Makara Thach Sernett Sat., Apr. 4, 12-2 PM: Rising Lotus Guided Painting Workshop Ages 13-adult Sat., Apr. 18, 12-2 PM: Vietnamese Lion Dance with River Lotus Lion Dance All ages Sat., Apr. 25, 12-2 PM: Asian Lantern Workshop Ages 13-adult Register: Liz.Magee@lfpl.org Kentucky Shakespeare’s The Two-Actor Tempest Sat., Apr. 4, 2-3:30 PM TEEN PROGRAMS CONTINUED . SOUTHWEST Teen Space Mon., Mar. 2, 6:30-7:30 PM: Abstract Painting Mon., Apr. 6, 6:30-7:30 PM: 4-H Teen Photography 4-H for Homeschoolers Tue., Mar. 3, 1 PM: Awards Day, Cupcakes, & Community Service Tue., Apr. 7, 1 PM: Chef Salad, Herb Dressing, and Planting Seeds Ages 9-18 Fleur de Bee Regional Spelling Bee Sat., Mar. 7, 10 AM-1 PM Teen Book Besties Mon., Mar. 9, 6-7 PM: Jokes & Riddles Mon., Apr. 13, 6-7 PM: Poetry & Verse Anime Club Mon., Mar.16, 6-7 PM: What’s Your Spirit Animal? Mon., Apr. 20, 6-7 PM: Candy Sushi & Japanese Soda Ages 10-18 4-H Cooking Class: Teen Life Skills Series Tue., Mar. 17, 4:30 PM: Breakfast Burrito Tue., Apr. 21, 4:30 PM: Rockin’ Chicken Tacos Door prizes provided by Taco Bell Foundation. Beginner Cinnamon Roll Workshop with Chef Rachael Ritter Fri., Mar. 20 & Sat., Apr. 18, 10-11:30 AM Register: 933-0029 Ages 13-18 ACT Practice Test Sat, Mar. 21, 9:30 AM-1 PM Bring two #2 pencils, calculator, and photo ID. Grades 7-12 Register: 933-0029 Kids’ D&D: Southwest Library Guild Club Mon, Mar. 23 & Apr. 27, 5-6:30 PM Register: 933-0029 Ages 9-18 Kentucky Shakespeare’s The Two-Actor Tempest Sat., Mar. 14, 2-3:30 PM Library in Bloom: Grow, Cook & Read at the Library Sat., Apr. 25, 10 AM-1 PM Valley High School Upperclassman Art Showcase Tue., Apr. 28, 5-7 PM WESTERN Game Time Mondays 4-5 PM Mario Kart, Madden, 2K, Uno, and more! Ages 5-17 Teen Time Wednesdays 4-5:30 PM Arts & crafts, STEM, music, and games. Ages 11-17 Teen Guitar Jam Sat., Mar. 14 & Apr. 11, 2-3:30 PM Register: 574-1779 Ages 11-17 Teen Coding Dojo Sat., Mar. 28 & Apr. 25, 2-4 PM Learn the basics of coding in Python. Register: 574-1779 Ages 13-17 KIDS’ Programs SEE DESCRIPTION FOR AGE APPROPRIATENESS. MAIN (closed for renovations; call 574-1611 for info) BON AIR Homeschool Hang Wed., Mar. 25 & Apr. 22, 1:30-2:30 PM Homeschool families can connect and learn. Ages 6-11 Garden Storytime Sat., Mar. 28 & Apr. 18, 10 AM Stories, songs, and movement in the garden. Ages 3-6 Windowsill Herb Garden with Jennifer Palmer Tue., Apr. 7, 2:30-3:30 PM Register: 574-1795 Kids Plant Sunflowers with Jefferson Co. Master Gardeners Assoc. Sat., Apr. 4, 10-11 AM Ages 3-9 CRESCENT HILL Toddler Art + Play Thu., Mar. 12 & Apr. 9, 10-11 AM Make art, play, and socialize! Ages 2-3 Chess Club Thu., Mar. 19 & Apr. 16, 6-7:30 PM Learn and play chess. Register: Noah.Park@lfpl.org Make a Bonnet for the Easter Parade Wed., Apr. 1, 3:45-4:30 PM Ages 3-10 Brightside Kids: The Lorax Mon., Apr. 6, 2:30 PM Register: 574-1793 Ages 3-6 Little Loom House: Fiber & Spinning Demo Tue., Apr. 7, 2:30 PM Register: 574-1793 Ages 5-18 FAIRDALE Upbeat: Move & Groove! Thu. Mar. 5, 19 & Apr. 2, 3 PM Have family-style, music-making fun! Ages 0-5 Fairy Tales from Around the World with Kentucky Shakespeare Wed. Mar. 11, Apr. 8, 10:30 AM Ages 0-5 Kid Zone Thu. Mar. 12 & Apr. 16, 4:45-5:45 PM Crafts, puzzles, games, and snacks. Ages 6-11 Breakfast & Books Sat., Mar. 14, 10 AM – Different Traditions, Same Table Sat., Apr. 25, 10 AM – Earth-Friendly Eats Ages 0-8 ¡Noche de Cine en Familia! (Family Movie Night) Jueves, 26 de marzo, 5:30 PM: Coco (2017) Jueves, 23 de abril, 5:30 PM: Vivo (2021) Kids Build a Bug Hotel with Jefferson Co. Master Gardeners Assoc. Sat., Mar. 28, 10:30 AM Ages 4-12 HIGHLANDS-SHELBY PARK Kid’s Club Tuesdays 3-5 PM Grades K-6 • Mar. 3 & Apr. 7: Dramatic Play • Mar. 10 & Apr. 14: Create Art • Mar. 17 & Apr. 21: Explore & Build • Mar. 24 & Apr. 28: Movies • Mar. 31: Bonus Mystery Activity! Cozy Corner Thursdays 3-5 PM Grades K-5 Family Puppet Theatre! All Things Green Fri., Mar. 13, 3:30 PM Ages 4-12 Stuffie Slumber Party Thu., Apr. 23, During regular library hours, bring a favorite toy to the Library for a sleepover. Drop off during open hours (4/23) and pick it up Apr. 24-30. WAGS: Read with a Therapy Dog Wed., Mar. 18 and Apr. 15, 4-5 PM Ages 0-19 Indoor Planetarium: Under the Springtime Stars Sat., Mar. 21, 2-3 PM IROQUOIS Little Bookworms Book Club Thu., Mar. 5 & Apr. 2, 1:30 PM Ages 6-11 Bilingual Spanish & English Storytime/La hora del cuento (bilingüe en español e inglés) Sat., Mar. 7, 11:15 AM & Thu., Apr. 30, 6:30 PM Ages 0-6 4-H for Homeschoolers Thu., Mar. 12, 1:30 PM: Cooking with 4-H Thu., Apr. 9, 1:30 PM: Gardening & Fun with Seeds WAGS: Spend Time with a Therapy Dog Thu., Mar. 12 & Apr. 9 , 6:30 PM All ages Family Art Night Thu., Mar. 19 & Apr. 23, 6:30-7:30 PM 4-H Cloverbuds Tue., Mar. 24, 1:30 PM: Fun with Food-Animal Edition Tue., Apr. 28, 1:30PM: What’s in the Soil? DÍa Celebration Thu., Apr. 30, 6:30-7:30 PM JEFFERSONTOWN Block Party Sat., Mar. 7, 10-11 AM Ages 3-18 4-H Cloverbuds Mon., Mar. 16 & Apr. 20, 1-2 PM Ages 5-8 4-H Homeschool Club Tue., Mar. 17 & Apr. 21, 1-2 PM Ages 9-18 Family Storytime: Spring Fun! Sat., Mar. 28, 10 AM Share spring stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 3-7 MIDDLETOWN Family Bingo Sat. Mar. 7, 12-1 PM Register: 245-7332 Garden at Middletown Sat. Apr. 4, 10-11 AM Register: 245-7332 Ages 5-10 NEWBURG Imagination Station Ages 2-8 Fri., Mar. 6, 10:30 AM: Neighborhood Market Fri., Apr. 3, 10:30 AM: Pizza Parlor Leprechaun Traps - Family STEM Program Sat., Mar. 14, 2 PM Ages 2-18 and their caregivers. Pokémon Club Thu., Mar. 19 & Apr. 16, 5:30-6:30 PM Ages 5-12 STEM Storytime Fri., Mar. 20 & Apr. 17, 10:30-11:30 AM Stories and play-based activities. Ages 2-8 Junior Librarian Training School Sat., Apr. 25, 2 PM Ages 6-12 NORTHEAST Cereal Cinema Sat., Apr. 4, 10 AM: Zootopia 2 WAGS: Read with a Therapy Dog Sat., Mar. 7, 2-3:30 PM: Cass Tue., Mar. 24 & Apr. 28, 4-5:30 PM: Sadie Sat., Apr. 4, 2-3:30 PM: Bailey & Gidget Register for a 15-minute time slot: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org Ages 4-12 4-H Art Club Mon., Mar. 9, 5 PM: Photography of Food Ages 5-11 Mon., Apr. 13, 5-6 PM: Planting & Rock Painting Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org 4-H Kids Cook Thu., Mar. 12, 5 PM: Breakfast Burritos Ages 8-12 Thu., Apr. 9, 5 PM: Rockin’ Chicken Tacos Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org What’s Cooking? Sat., Mar. 14, 10:30 AM: Pot o’ Gold Snack Ages 4-9 Sat., Apr. 11, 10:30 AM: Brown Batter Dip Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org Playtime Café - Social & Play Hour Fri., Mar. 20 & Apr. 17, 9:30-11 AM Ages 0–6 Nature Play Sat., Mar. 21 & Apr. 18, 2-3 PM Outdoor creative play - rain or shine. Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org 3rd Annual Tiny Art Show hosted by the Northeast Teen Advisory Board Apr. 23-May 23 during regular library hours. Original art donated will be sold at the Tiny Art Show (pieces must not exceed 3”x3”x3” in any direction). Tiny canvases will be available for pick-up starting Mar. 30. 3rd Annual Tiny Art Show Opening Thu., Apr. 23, 6:30-7:30 PM Enjoy light hors’d’oeuvres and peruse community-made tiny pieces of art for exhibit and purchase. Kentucky Shakespeare’s The Two-Actor Tempest Sat., Mar. 28, 2-3:30 PM LFPL.org/PhotoContest Making Mini Masterpieces Tue., Apr. 7, 2-3:30 PM Create miniature paintings to donate to the NTAB Tiny Art Show (Thu., Apr. 30). Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org Ages 5-adult Spring Break Crafternoon Thu., Apr. 9, 2-3 PM Ages 5-17 Register: 394-0379 or NortheastYouthServices@lfpl.org PARKLAND Kids Plant Sunflowers with Jefferson Co. Master Gardeners Assoc. Sat., Mar 21, 2-3 PM Ages 3-9 Kids Build a Bug Hotel with Jefferson Co. Master Gardeners Assoc. Mon., Apr. 6, 2-3 PM Ages 4-12 Gotta Craft ‘Em All! Thu., Mar. 4, 6-7 PM Ages 5-12 Library Legends, Jr.: Game Time Mon., Mar. 9 & Apr. 13, 6-7 PM Ages 5-12 Once Upon a Library: An Annual Parkland Library Celebration Sat., Mar. 14, 9:30 AM-3 PM St. Patty’s Day Rainbow Craft Mon., Mar. 16, 6 -7 PM Movie Screenings Thu., Mar. 19, 5:30 PM: Queen of Katwe Fri., Apr. 10, 2 PM: Planet 51 Sensory Storytime Sat., Mar. 21 & Apr. 18, 10-11 AM DIY Bird Feeder Mon., Mar. 23, 6-7 PM Brick Break Mon., Mar. 30 & Apr. 27, 6-7 PM Build with LEGOs. Ages 5-12 My Louisville Storytimes Ages 5-12 Sat., Mar. 7, 10 AM: Marresa Burke with WAVE-3 Sat., Apr. 18, 10 AM: Fionna Porter with JCPS Daffodil Bouquet Craft Mon., Apr. 20, 6-7 PM PORTLAND Pod Kids & Teens Day Sat., Mar 14, 1:30-3 PM: Geli Prints Sat., Apr. 11, 1:30-3 PM: Watercolor Bookmarks Register: portlandpod@lfpl.org or 574-1642 Ages 8-18 Kentucky Shakespeare’s The Two-Actor Tempest Sat., Mar. 21, 2-3:30 PM Afterschool Art Thu., Mar. 26, 4-5:30 PM: Weaving Thu., Apr. 30, 4-5:30 PM: Art as Music Grades 4-12 Spring Break Pod Art Breaks Mon., Apr. 6, 1:30-3: Monoprints Tue., Apr. 7, 1:30-3: Clay Creations Wed., Apr. 8, 1:30-3: Shrink Art Bag Charm or Keychain Thu., Apr. 9, 1:30-3: Giant Leaf Prints Register: portlandpod@lfpl.org or 574-1642 Ages 8-18 Glue Table Collaborative Sculpture Mon., Apr. 6, Wed., Apr. 8, Fri., Apr. 10, 3-4 PM Ages 4-18 Music Days Tue., Apr. 7 & Thu., Apr. 9, 3-4 PM Ages 0-18 ST. MATTHEWS Kentucky Shakespeare’s The Two-Actor Tempest Sat., Mar. 7, 2-3:30 PM Pint Size Playdate Sat, Mar. 7 & Apr. 4, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM Ages 0-5 WAGS: Read with a Therapy Dog Sat., Mar. 28 & Apr. 25, 11 AM-12 PM Register for a 15-min time slot: 574-1771 Cardboard Box Play Sat, Mar. 14, 10-11 AM Ages 2-12 Family Movie Night Thu., Mar. 26, 6 PM: Beauty and the Beast (1991) Thu., Apr. 23, 6 PM: Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax SHAWNEE Bad Art Club Thu., Mar. 5, 5-6 PM StageOne Family Theatre: Dino Dig Sat. Mar. 7, 2-3 PM Interactive fossil dig. Ages 0-5 Seed Bombs Thu., Mar. 12, 5-6 PM Family LEGO Party Sat., Mar. 14, 11 AM-1 PM Cardboard Fortresses Thu., Mar. 19, 5-6 PM Weaver Storytime with Briana Frederick Sat., Mar. 21, 11 AM Learn about weaving. Floam Slime Thu., Mar. 26, 5-6 PM Ages 5-18 Wonder Women 2026! Sat., Mar. 28, 1-3 PM Families welcome. Ages 5-18 Sharpie Tie-Dye Thu., Apr. 2, 5-6 PM Build Your Own Bug Hotel Thu., Apr. 9, 5-6 PM StageOne Family Theatre: Honey Bee Flight Sat., Apr. 11, 2 PM Interactive storytelling event. Ages 0-5 Origami Bookmarks Thu., Apr. 16, 5-6 PM Chalk Painting Thu., Apr. 23, 5-6 PM Ages 4-14 Derby Hat Crafting Thu., Apr. 30, 5-6 PM SHIVELY Dance, Dance: Glow-in-the-Dark Bubble Party! Tue., Mar. 3, 2-3 PM Ages 0-6 Reading with Rowan Storytime Thu., Mar. 12 & Apr. 9, 10:30-11:30 AM Ages 0-8 Brightside Kids: Pollinators Tue., Mar. 17, 2-3 PM Register: 574-1730 Ages 3-6 Family Game Night Mon., Mar. 23 & Apr. 27, 6-7:30 PM Little Artists Tue., Mar. 24 & Apr. 28, 4:30-5:30 PM Try various art styles and elements. Ages 6-12 Pop-Up Makerspace Mon., Apr. 6, 1-2:30 PM Build-a-robot supplies, threading kits, craft items, button maker, blocks, magnetic tiles, and more! Ages 6-12 Reading with Rowan: Spring Break Story Walk Thu., Apr. 9, 10:30-11:30 AM Ages 0-8 Hooray for Play! Fri., Apr. 10, 10:30 AM-12 PM Ages 0-8 SOUTH CENTRAL Homeschoolers STEAM Storytime Mondays 2 PM Ages 5-11 Explore stories, demos, and activities with a STEAM theme. Mar. 2 – Forts • Mar. 9 – Rainbows Mar. 16 – Rain & Weather • Mar. 23 – Light Mar. 30 – Insects Apr. 6 – Senses • Apr. 13 – Crystals Apr. 20 – Magnets • Apr 27. – Measurement Family Playdate Wednesdays 2-3:30 PM Ages 0-6 COLLIDER Artist-in-Residence Programs March Artist: Heba Hanbali Sat., March 21, 12-3 PM: Community Craft Time All ages Register: Liz.Magee@lfpl.org ¡Noche de Cine en Familia! (Family Movie Night) Martes, 24 de marzo, 5:30: Vivo (2021) Edades 0-18 Kentucky Shakespeare’s The Two-Actor Tempest Sat., Apr. 4, 2-3:30 PM COLLIDER Artist-in-Residence Programs April Artist: Makara Thach Sernett Sat., Apr. 18, 12-2 PM: Vietnamese Lion Dance with River Lotus Lion Dance All agesRegister: Liz.Magee@lfpl.org SOUTHWEST 4-H for Homeschoolers Tue., Mar. 3, 1 PM: Awards Day, Cupcakes, & Community Service Tue., Apr. 7, 1 PM: Chef Salad, Herb Dressing, and Planting Seeds Ages 9-18 Fleur de Bee Regional Spelling Bee Sat., Mar. 7, 10 AM-1 PM Watch school spelling bee champions from across the region compete to advance to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, DC. 4-H Cloverbuds Thu., Mar. 12, 5-6 PM: Berry Crunch Roll-Ups Thu., Apr. 9, 5-6 PM: Open-Face Sandwiches & Planting Seeds Ages 5-8 LEGO Club Fri, Mar. 13, 2-3 PM Ages 3-12 Anime Club Mon., Mar.16, 6-7 PM: What’s Your Spirit Animal? Mon., Apr. 20, 6-7 PM: Candy Sushi & Japanese Soda Ages 10-18 Kids’ D&D: Southwest Library Guild Club Mon., Mar. 23 & Apr. 27, 5-6:30 PM Register: 933-0029 Ages 9-18 Kentucky Shakespeare’s The Two-Actor Tempest Sat., Mar. 14, 2-3:30 PM Kids Only Club: Minecraft Night Tue., Mar. 31, 6-7 PM Ages 7-12 Register: 933-0029 View A Minecraft Movie (PG) and stay to build your own world with crafts and snacks! Homeschool Book Club Thu., Mar. 26, 2-3 PM: Front Desk by Kelly Yan Thu., Apr. 30, 2-3 PM: When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead Ages 10-14 Cookbook Club with the Charlie Cart: British Scones Sat., Mar. 28, 10 AM Ages 6-12 Register: 933-0029 Rhythm Kids with UpBeat Louisville! Mon., April 6, 11 AM-12 PM Ages 4-8 Music, movement, and drumming. Register: 933-0029 Baby Prom Sat., Apr. 11, 10 AM-12 PM Ages 0-3 Register: 933-0029 Family Art Day: Paint a Pot Sat., Apr. 18, 2-3 PM Ages 3-12 Register: 933-0029 Library in Bloom: Grow, Cook & Read at the Library Sat., Apr. 25, 10 AM-1 PM Valley High School Upperclassman Art Showcase Tue., Apr. 28, 5-7 PM WESTERN Game Time Mondays 4-5 PM Mario Kart, Madden, 2K, Uno, and more! Ages 5-17 Children’s Craft Time Tuesdays 3:30-4:30 PM Kids-only craft and social time. Ages 9-12 Pocket Pet Tue., Mar. 10, 3:30-4:30 PM Craft your own pocket pet. Ages 9-12 No-Bake Oreo Balls Thu., Apr. 2, 3:30-4:30 PM Ages 9-12 Egg Drop Thu., Apr. 23, 2:30-4:30 PM Protect your egg from breaking during a fall. Ages 9-12 A blue ocean with waves and a book titled Shakespeare in Libraries: The Two Actors: The Tempest. AI generated content Join two Kentucky Shakespeare actors for this fast-paced, 50-minute, family-friendly performance suitable for all ages. Saturdays at 2 p.m. 3/7 - St. Matthews; 3/14 - Southwest 3/21 - Portland; 3/28 Northeast 4/4 - South Central Reading skills development for children newborn to 8 years 301 York Street Louisville, KY 40203 TODDLER STORYTIME Children ages 2 to 3, with a parent or caregiver unless otherwise noted. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Children ages 3 to 5, with a parent or caregiver unless otherwise noted. BABY STORYTIME Children up to age 2, with a parent or caregiver unless otherwise noted. MAIN LIBRARY closed for renovations BON AIR LIBRARY Thursdays, 9:30 AM CRESCENT HILL Wednesdays, 10 AM HIGHLANDS-SHELBY PARK Thursdays, 10 AM JEFFERSONTOWN Mon., Mar. 9, 23 & Apr. 13, 27, 10:30 AM IROQUOIS Mondays 10:15 & 11:15 AM & Sat., Mar. 7, 10:15 AM MIDDLETOWN Wednesdays, 9:30 AM NORTHEAST REGIONAL Wednesdays, 9:30 AM (Ages 0-12 mths) ST. MATTHEWS Wednesdays, 10:15 AM SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL Mondays, 10 AM SOUTHWEST REGIONAL Wednesdays, 9:30 AM MAIN LIBRARY closed for renovations BON AIR LIBRARY Thursdays, 9:30 AM CRESCENT HILL Wednesdays, 10:45 AM HIGHLANDS-SHELBY PARK Thursdays, 11 AM IROQUOIS Wednesdays, 11:15 AM JEFFERSONTOWN Thursdays,10 AM MIDDLETOWN Thursdays, 9:30 AM NORTHEAST REGIONAL Tuesdays, 10 AM (ages 2-3) Wednesdays, 10:30 AM (ages 12-24 months) ST. MATTHEWS Wednesdays, 11:15 AM SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL Wednesdays, 10:15 AM SOUTHWEST REGIONAL Wednesdays, 10 AM MAIN LIBRARY closed for renovations CRESCENT HILL Wednesdays, 3 PM HIGHLANDS-SHELBY PARK Thursdays, 11 AM IROQUOIS Wednesdays, 10:15 AM JEFFERSONTOWN Thursdays ,11 AM MIDDLETOWN Thursdays, 10:30 AM NORTHEAST REGIONAL Tuesdays, 11 AM ST. MATTHEWS Thursdays , 10:15 AM SHAWNEE Wednesdays, 10:30 AM SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL Wednesdays, 11:15 AM SOUTHWEST REGIONAL Wednesdays, 11 AM COMBINED STORYTIMES Children ages 0-6, with a parent or caregiver unless otherwise noted. FAMILY STORYTIME Families with children ages 3 to 8, unless otherwise noted. BON AIR Mondays, 6 PM PARKLAND Mondays, 10 AM Ages 0-10 SHIVELY Thursdays, 10:30 AM FAIRDALE Wednesdays 10:30 AM (exc. Mar. 11 & Apr. 8) Ages 0-6 JEFFERSONTOWN Sat., Jan. 17, 10 AM NEWBURG Wednesdays, 10:30 AM (Ages 0-8) NORTHEAST REGIONAL Sat., Mar. 28 & Sat., Apr. 25, 10:30 AM (Ages 2-8) PARKLAND Mon., Mar. 2 & Apr. 6, 6 PM (Ages 0-10) PORTLAND Wednesdays, 10 AM (Ages 0-8) ST. MATTHEWS Thursdays, 11:15 AM WESTERN Mondays, 6 PM BILINGUAL STORYTIME Families with children ages 3 to 8, unless otherwise noted. IROQUOIS - ENGLISH/SPANISH (BILINGÜE EN ESPAÑOL E INGLÉS) Sat., Mar. 7, 11:15 AM & Thu., Apr. 30, 6:30 PM Ages 0-6 A group of people are working on a project involving a doll. AI generated content Big ideas. Brought to life. What happens when a librarian has a bold idea and the support to make it real? That’s the spirit behind the Thomas Fountain Blue Innovation Fund, the Library Foundation’s annual $10,000 grant that helps LFPL staff turn creative ideas into community impact. This year’s recipient, Sarah Hall of Northeast Regional Library and the creative force behind Summer Reading favorites Gorp and Stick, is launching a Mobile Puppetry Program that brings stories off the page and into neighborhoods across Louisville. Some pieces are already in motion. An adult Puppet Club is underway and drawing enthusiastic participants. School partnerships begin this spring, with hands-on workshops where students will build puppets, develop characters, and even create short PSA-style performances of their own. In the months ahead, four rotating puppet shows will travel to branches, schools, and community spaces, especially in underserved areas, transforming beloved children’s books and Louisville stories into interactive, joy- filled experiences. It’s literacy. It’s creativity. It’s connection on the move. This is what innovation at your library looks like. And it’s made possible by donors who believe great ideas should never stay on the whiteboard. A barcode is displayed in the image. AI generated content To learn more and support your Louisville Free Public Library visit LPFLFoundation.org. .