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Family Literacy Class

9:00am–12:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Getting Ready for Kindergarten for Parents

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Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

This event is in the "Richmond" group

Get Ready For Kindergarten

10:00am–11:00am
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Get Ready for Kindergarten

This event is in the "Berea" group

Play Your Way To Kindergarten

10:00am–11:00am
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Aligned with the Kentucky Early Childhood Standards, this program builds practical skills through themed learning stations, hands-on tools, pattern recognition, and problem-solving activities that support early learning and develo

This event is in the "Richmond" group

Mahjong

10:00am–1:00pm
Richmond
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Top Floor Meeting Room #205
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment, How To
Registration Required
Event Details:
Learn how to play American Mahjong at the library! This adult program features free, guided lessons that introduce rules, tile combinations, and beginner-friendly strategies.

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Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

This event is in the "Berea" group

Yoga Story Time

1:00pm–2:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness, Storytimes
Event Details:

In this program, preschoolers learn about their bodies, build strength, and practice mindfulness through yoga, reading, and movement. It’s perfect for those who love to move and need help with emotional regulation. Meant for ages 3–5.

This event is in the "Berea" group
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Workshop
Event Details:

Gather with us to create, mend, knit, stitch, or make.

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Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

This event is in the "Berea" group

Stitch & Sew

2:00pm–4:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, How To, Workshop

Stitch & Sew

Grab a sewing machine and sew with us in the Creative Studio! We have sewing machines for you to use, or bring your own! All experience levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Berea" group
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment, Arts & Crafts, Food
Event Details:

Explore history like you never have before! Learn about our nation's past through crafts, food, and mysteries. This week we will be making a Civil War favorite, crumpets. 

This event is in the "Richmond" group

Unplugged

4:00pm–5:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

Play board games, swap book recommendations, and explore creative projects with other teens while building real-world skills. Unplugged is your space to meet new friends, be yourself, and build confidence.

This event is in the "Berea" group

Embroidery Machine Intro

5:30pm–7:30pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, How To, Technology Classes, Workshop

Embroidery Machine Intro

Get started with the Joan Kleine Creative Studio's embroidery machine! Our single-needle embroidery machine can create simple embroidery like initials all the way to making your own decorative patches for clothing.

This program is intended for ages 14 and up. Children 13 and younger are welcome but must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

This event is in the "Berea" group

A Pickle in Time

6:00pm–7:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Food, How To
Event Details:

Take a bite out of history with A Pickle in Time! Make your own mason jar pickles with easy, hands-on techniques while learning how families preserved food for generations.

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Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that the food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please contact the Youth Services team in advance to request a specialty lunch. Please note that we cannot guarantee all requests will be fulfilled.

This event is in the "Richmond" group

ELL Class

9:00am–12:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Madison County Adult Education offers free English Language Learners classes for those who want to improve their reading, speaking, and written English language skills.

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Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

This event is in the "Richmond" group

Story Time

10:00am–11:00am
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Educational, Storytimes
Event Details:

We promote preschool literacy with conversation, parachute play, music, movement, and picture books. Activities end with stations (occasionally preschool crafts). It may get messy—please dress appropriately! Meant for ages 3-5.

This event is in the "Berea" group

Berea Woodcarvers

10:00am–12:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Fireplace Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

Stop by the Berea Location to watch the Berea Woodcarver Group in action, hear some great stories, and learn a thing or two about wood carving. 

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Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

This event is in the "Berea" group

Little Artist Story Time

1:00pm–2:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Little Artist Story Time introduces preschoolers and their caregivers to basic art ideas through two engaging picture books, a fun hands-on craft, and group sharing.

This event is in the "Richmond" group

Parent Support Group

1:00pm–2:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

Join our parent support group to connect with other caregivers, share experiences, and find encouragement in a welcoming space.

This event is in the "Berea" group
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy freshly made ice cream and customize your flavor with mix-ins while learning about the crazy history of your favorite frozen treat! Teen programs are intended for those aged 11-17. 

This event is in the "Richmond" group

Teen Cuisine: Tea Time

4:00pm–5:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come enjoy the art of afternoon tea with us! Teen programs are intended for those aged 11-18.

This event is in the "Berea" group

Open Studio

5:00pm–7:30pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, How To, Technology Classes, Workshop

Open Studio

The Joan Kleine Creative Studio is open for everyone! Whether you're working with our equipment, bringing in your own projects, or just want to see what's happening at the studio, drop on by for our open hours!

This event is in the "Richmond" group
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, How To, Technology Classes, Workshop
Event Details:

Crash Course is a weekly introduction to the machines and equipment housed in the Makerspace and will include basic operations, materials selection, and even resources to start your very own project. 

 

This event is in the "Richmond" group

Peaceful Play

10:00am–11:00am
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Educational, Storytimes
Event Details:

Peaceful Play is designed with shy or neurodivergent children in mind, though all are welcome.

This event is in the "Berea" group

Read and Play

10:00am–11:00am
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Educational, Storytimes
Event Details:

We love learning different types of literacy through reading, music, movement, and play. It may get messy; please dress appropriately! Meant for ages 0-5. 

This event is in the "Richmond" group
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, How To, Technology Classes, Workshop
Event Details:

Welcome to the Madison County Public Library's Makerspace crash course. Every week we will do an introduction to the various machine and equipment housed in the Makerspace.

This event is in the "Richmond" group
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Become an inventor by exploring simple machines! Test levers, inclined planes, wheels and axles, and more through hands-on stations around the room. Discover how these everyday tools make work easier and experiment like a real engineer.