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This event is in the "Berea" group.

GED Class

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Join us for GED classes presented in partnership with Madison Adult Education Center!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Tutoring with Newby Foundation

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Conference Room #138
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Educational, 1-on-1
Event Details:

Need homework help? The Newby Country Store and the Newby Blessed Foundation are partnering with the Madison County Public Library to provide free tutoring for elementary aged students.

This event is in the "Berea" group.

Teen Scene: Spiced Jar Candles

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment, Arts & Crafts, How To
Event Details:

Spice up your holiday season with one of these spiced jar candles. There will be no essential oils in these candles! We will be relying on the warm scents of this season's spices. Everything you need to create a unique candle will be provided.

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Teen Scene: Spiced Jar Candles

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:

Spice up your holiday season with one of these spiced jar candles. There will be no essential oils in these candles! We will be relying on the warm scents of this season's spices. Everything you need to create a unique candle will be provided.

This event is in the "Berea" group.

Open Studio

4:00pm - 8:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, How To, Music, 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!

The Creative Studio features:

  • Recording booth & sound studio
  • 3D printers
  • Cricut Maker
  • Laser Cutter
  • Sewing machine
  • Art supplies
  • And much more!
This event is in the "Berea" group.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Stop by, let us know what you want to see at the library, volunteer, and earn service hours! The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is open to patrons 11-18 to join. 

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Stop by, let us know what you want to see at the library, volunteer, and earn service hours! The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is open to patrons 11-18 to join. 

This event is in the "Berea" group.
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Bilingual, How To
Event Details:

Individual and small-group language practice and tutoring for adults who are developing English language skills.

Disclaimer(s)

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.
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Bilingual, How To
Event Details:

Weekly Spanish language class for adults who are developing Spanish language skills. Led by Berea College students through the Hispanic Outreach Program (HOP) of the Center for Excellence in Learning through Service (CELTS).

Disclaimer(s)

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.

ESL Class

9:00am - 11:00am
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Madison County Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Presented in partnership with Madison County Adult Education. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Read and Play

10:00am - 11:00am
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

This is a program for children ages 0-5.  We love learning different types of literacy through reading, music, movement, and play. This program lasts 45 minutes to an hour and we could get messy so please dress appropriately!

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Fireplace Concert Series: Trio 21

11:00am - 12:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Fireplace Area
Age Group: All ages, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Music, Performances
Event Details:

Join us in welcoming Trio 21 for a pop-up holiday concert at our fireplace!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

GED Class with Digital Literacy

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Madison County Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Join us in the Learning Lab for GED and technology literacy classes presented in partnership with Madison Adult Education Center!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

STEAM Cafe

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of fun STEAM activities! From LEGO challenges to arts and crafts, fun experiments and games, learning through play is our goal! Each of the four stations focuses on a different aspect of STEAM education.

This event is in the "Berea" group.

Open Studio

4:00pm - 8:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, How To, Music, 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!

The Creative Studio features:

  • Recording booth & sound studio
  • 3D printers
  • Cricut Maker
  • Laser Cutter
  • Sewing machine
  • Art supplies
  • And much more!
This event is in the "Richmond" group.

ESL Class

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Madison County Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Bilingual
Event Details:

Presented in partnership with Madison County Adult Education. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

Are you smarter than a librarian? Test your trivia knowledge at a night of fun, facts, and a healthy dose of competition.

Disclaimer(s)

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 food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment, Storytimes
Event Details:

Looking for a calm and quiet early childhood program? Join our Peaceful Play sessions! This program is designed to accommodate kiddos that are shy or neurodivergent, though all are welcome to attend. 

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Maker Space Open Lab

10:00am - 12:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Digital Lab and Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, How To, Technology Classes, Workshop
Event Details:

Makers Space open Lab is a time for using the equipment and space in the Maker's Lab to start, work on, or complete projects. Don't have any projects to work on?

This event is in the "Berea" group.

Teen Cafe

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment, Food
Event Details:

Come hang out with friends or meet new friends over a cup of coffee (or tea). Our coffee cart will have everything you need to create a delicious brew. Games, simple crafts, and fun will be provided!

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Lego Club+

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Elementary, Teens
Program Type: Entertainment

LEGO Club

LEGO Club is a program for kids of all ages. We supply the LEGOs, you bring the creativity. Kids may make whatever time and imagination allows. Each week we display the LEGO creations inside one of our display cases. 

This event is in the "Berea" group.

Open Studio

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, How To, Music, 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!

The Creative Studio features:

  • Recording booth & sound studio
  • 3D printers
  • Cricut Maker
  • Laser Cutter
  • Sewing machine
  • Art supplies
  • And much more!
This event is in the "Off Site" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

MCPL Outreach is proud to join the Berea Kiwanis as we invite our community to enjoy breakfast with Santa at the Berea Folk Center! Come enjoy a light breakfast with Santa before it's time to take pictures!

This event is in the "Richmond" group.

Yule Tie Dye!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Richmond
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, How To
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Get into the Yule Tide spirit at our Yule Tie Dye class!
Make a few gifts, or keep them all for yourself!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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