Medicare Made Fun
Tuesday, October 3rd • 1-2:30pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Overwhelmed by all of the Medicare information and misinformation? Tom Potts will help you navigate through the maze of options including supplements, advantage plans, and drug plans. Join us for this educational-only workshop where we’ll make Medicare fun. Yes, we said fun! Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to get the facts and have a few laughs at the same time.
Tuesday, October 3rd • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
There’s nothing quite like the experience of tailgating for a college football game! While the universities in the SEC are rivals, tailgating is something that fans of any school live for and look forward to every fall. It’s a great way for old friends to reconnect, families to bond, and fans to enjoy delicious food.
Pork barbecue being revered as it is in the South, is a favorite across the SEC. Learn how to smoke, flavor, and serve pork nachos that will have your friends and family cheering for more.
Dress in support of your favorite SEC team and enjoy a night of learning to tailgate right.
October 6th - October 20th
Location: Lobby
NO REGISTRATION
A creepy contest just in time for spooky season! Everyone enjoys reading horror books around Halloween, so why not try writing one? Give the judges fright when they read your spine-tingling story. These 2-sentence stories are meant to be eerie and unsettling, so try your hand at horror.
Bookmarked Book Club
Tuesday, October 10th • 6-7pm Location: Kentucky Room
NO REGISTRATION
This month’s selection is The Drowning Kind by Jennifer McMahon. A modern-day ghost story that illuminates how the past, though sometimes forgotten, is never really far behind us.
606 Paranormal: Haunted Doll & Objects Tour
Tuesday, October 17th • 6-7pm Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
They’re back! 606 Paranormal’s Haunted Doll Tour returns to our auditorium with added dolls, creepy stories, and chilling videos for an even more spine-tingling experience.
Explore the eerie world of doll collecting with a twist. This creepy collection features dolls with painted eyes, some that open and close, others that are peering out of the corners, and a few that stare dead ahead. Gathered by 606 Paranormal from their client’s homes, these dolls are unlike any you’d find in a typical collection. Take a closer look for yourself as you browse pictures, watch videos, and hear bone-chilling stories about these haunting dolls. Or are you too afraid to face them?
Friday, October 6th • 6-7:30pm
Location: Auditorium
Beatles 4 Sale celebrates those early days of Beatles rock n’ roll. Adam, Isaac, Jon, and Vander bring to the stage, not only the early hits of the Beatles, but also the same energy and youthfulness that the Fab Four themselves brought to the clubs and stages from 1962 to 1966. Each member of Beatles 4 Sale brings extensive experience performing the music of the Beatles with an energy that will turn any stage into a bona fide rock n’ roll party. Come back with us to when rock n’ roll still rocked, the guitars were loud, and the songs were timeless.
Wednesday, October 18th • 1-2:30pm
Location: Auditorium
A lavish trip through Europe quickly unfolds into a race against time to solve a murder aboard a train. When an avalanche stops the Orient Express dead in its tracks, the world’s greatest detective, Hercule Poirot, arrives to interrogate all passengers and search for clues before the killer can strike again. This PG-13 movie is based on Agatha Christie’s bestselling mystery novel with the same name.
Friday, October 20th • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
The EKU Guitar Ensemble, led by Dr. Dennis Davis, has gained national recognition on NPR and regional exposure on TV and radio. They’ve earned praise from renowned guitarists like William Kanengiser, Joseph Hagedorn, and Marcin Dylla. They’ve been invited to perform at Mid-America Guitar Ensemble Festival, the Frankfort Arts Foundation, and as pre-concert music for artists like Pepe Romero, the Barcelona Guitar Orchestra, and The Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra.
Monday, October 23rd • 1-2pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Release your inner mad scientist as we make fun Halloween-themed science experiments. Try each spooky science station as we create colorful and creepy fun! For ages 16 and up. Participants’ caregiver must be present.
Hocus Pocus Trivia
Tuesday, October 24th • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Oh look, another glorious trivia. Makes me SICK! All Hollow’s Eve is drawing close and we’re going to be running amok for Hocus Pocus trivia. We’ll test your knowledge and have you conjuring up the answers to all of our tricky questions.
Keven McQueen
Monday, October 30th • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Kentucky is no stranger to strange occurrences. From weird encounters with the Grim Reaper to the local graveyard dog, the Bluegrass has its share of odd stories.
While discussing his new book, Keven McQueen will discuss local ghosts who’ve haunted areas for years. You’ll hear about body snatchers, some very odd modes of death, and people who uncannily predicted their own demise.
Tuesday, October 31st • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Daniel Harold Rolling, known as The Gainesville Ripper, was an American serial killer who murdered five students in Gainesville, Florida over four days in August 1990.
Uncover the terrifying true events behind the horror film, as we investigate the parallels between the fictional serial killer and the real-life serial killer: The Gainesville Ripper.
Friends of the LCPL Book Sale:
Members Only Preview
Thursday, October 12th • 4-7pm
Location: Auditorium NO REGISTRATION
A special one-night preview sale offered to the Friends of the LCPL members only. Interested in becoming a Friends member? Contact Susan or Megan at the library.
Friends of the LCPL Book Sale:
Open to the Public
Friday, October 13th • 10am-7pm Location: Auditorium
Love a bargain? Come to the Friends of the Laurel County Public Library book sale and pick up a few gently used books, audio books, DVDs, graphic novels and more at a great price.
Friends of the LCPL Book Sale: Bag Day
Saturday, October 14th • 10am-2pm
Location: Auditorium
Friends of the LCPL will provide a bag and you fill it with all the book sale items you can for $3. Multiple bags can be purchased.
We offer a wide range of technology classes and workshops each month to help you develop and improve your skills. Bring your device for help and questions!
Wednesday, October 4th • 11am-12pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Learn how to check out movies, shows, e-books, audiobooks, music, and more on your TV, computer, phone, and tablet using your library card.
Wednesday, October 4th • 12-1pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Learn to browse with ease on Libby and have borrowed library books at your fingertips on your Kindle Paperwhite. You’ll open up a world of literary possibilities, no matter where you are!
Monday, October 9th • 2-3pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
No need to feel intimidated by the world of computers if you’re just starting out. We’re here to guide you and help you gain a solid understanding of computer basics. We’re available to answer any questions you may have. With our assistance, you’ll soon become an expert in computer basics.
Thursday, October 26th • 2-3pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Protecting your personal information online is extremely important. We’ll review essential security tips to make your PC and browsing more secure. We’ll discuss a variety of topics, including: improving passwords, two-factor authentication, password management, and malware software.
Lot’s of great new titles are hitting the shelves this month. Keep checking our website and our app and be one of the first to place a hold on your next great book or video!
Pumpkin Paint Party
Friday, October 20th • 5-6pm
Location: Community Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Enjoy an evening of artistic fun and autumnal inspiration at our pumpkin painting party! This is the perfect opportunity to dive into the Halloween spirit and celebrate the beauty of fall by transforming ordinary wooden pumpkins into one-of-a-kind masterpieces.
Love Beyond the Grave: A Night with Corpse Bride
Monday, October 2nd • 5-7pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Enjoy a spook-tacular movie night as we enter the world of Corpse Bride, with its captivating animation and hauntingly beautiful tale. Get ready for a bonechilling good time! When a shy groom practices his wedding vows in the inadvertent presence of a deceased young woman, she rises from the grave assuming he has married her. This movie is rated PG.
Spooky Season Name Game
October 1st - October 31st
Location: Teen Space
NO REGISTRATION
Are you ready for some Halloween fun? Play a spooky name game where you can uncover your Halloween alter ego. Decode your eerie alias, jot it down on, and hang it up on the display board for other ghouls and goblins to see.
Monster Masks
Monday, October 9th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Prepare for the spooky Halloween season by creating your own mask. Whether you’re aiming for spine-tingling scares or sidesplitting laughter, let your Halloween spirit run wild as you craft your very own mysterious mask. Don’t forget to come dressed for some seriously messy fun!
Spooky Spider Surprise
Monday, October 16th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
A spider web above the door, warns not to take one step more! We’ll construct our own spider web to hang above our doors, and let our eight-legged friend give our guests a tiny fright this Halloween.
Spooktacular Skeletons
Tuesday, October 24th • 4-5pm Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Ages: 9-13
Make no bones about it, this awesome skeleton is a total scream! It’s the perfect way to add a dash of October magic to your room, and it’s a keepsake that will have you grinning from ear to ear. Don’t forget to wear your coolest, messiest outfit – things are about to get wonderfully wild.
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October 1st - October 15th
Location: Children’s Department
NO REGISTRATION
From yummy pumpkin pie to the magical world of jack-o’-lanterns, pumpkins are so much fun! Swing by the children’s department and grab an exciting writing prompt activity that’s all about these awesome orange gourds. Tell us in just a few sentences what makes pumpkins special to you. We’re super excited to showcase your amazing words in the children’s department, so make sure to bring your creation back by October 15th. And guess what? When you return it, you’ll be in for a sweet surprise! Pumpkins and treats – it doesn’t get any better than that!
Monday, October 2nd • 4-7pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
This sensory playdate is geared for families with children ages 3-8 years old on the autism spectrum, or who may have other sensory needs. We’ll have stories, props, puzzles, toys and other tactile object to explore different ways to learn and have fun.
Saturday, October 7th • 2-3pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Ahoy there, young mateys! Get ready to set sail on a swashbucklin’ adventure! Grab your eyepatches and treasure maps because we’re diving into the world of pirates. Arrrr you ready for some fun? We’ll enjoy some pirate stories, activities, crafts, and snacks.
So, ye brave little scallywags, set your course for this party and prepare for a day of pirate shenanigans that’ll make even Captain Jack Sparrow jealous! Yo ho, let’s go! Don’t forget to dress up in your finest pirate attire.
Ages: Up to age 9
Thursday, October 5th • 1 pm and 6pm Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
G’day, mates! Are you ready for a wild Aussie adventure? Discover the mind-blowing didgeridoo, jam with cool instruments, and join in the fun with maps, puppets, and more. We’ll have you dancing, playing, and acting out epic stories – it’s sure to be non-stop fun!
Homeschool Happenings: Spooky Lava Lamps
Friday, October 13th • 11am-12pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Gather for a magical experiment that explores the spooky side of science. Are you ready to brew some eerie concoctions and conjure up your very own mystical lava lamp? You’ll have all the ghostly ingredients you need to make your potion bubble, ooze, and glow with a supernatural flair.
Barnyard Bonanza
Thursday, October 12th • 10am-2pm
Location: Outside
NO REGISTRATION
Get ready for the most epic Barnyard Bonanza yet! It’s going to be bigger and better than ever, with over 50 animals, more petting areas, and lots of fun surprises! Bring the whole family for a day filled with fluffy and friendly animal fun!
Honey Hill Petting Zoo will bring all sorts of cute critters, like alpacas, a mini cow, mini horse, mini donkey, rabbits, sheep, ducks, and even a camel! Don’t miss out on this fun-filled day full of smiles, laughter, and unforgettable memories! This event is FREE and will take place in our field located in front of the library, in between the library and Somerset Community College.
Bright Star Touring Theatre:
Turkey Trouble at Friendly Acres Farm
Thursday, October 19th • 1pm and 6pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Everything has been so wonderful down on Friendly Acres Farm, that is, until a bullying turkey starts picking on the other farm animals and making life harder for everyone. Farmer Jim and his faithful dog must stop this bullying bird to save Friendly Acres and make it a happy, friendly place again.
Saturday, October 21st • 2-3pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Little mad scientists can make friendly floam creations like pumpkins, bats, and more to take home. It’s a spooktacular way to celebrate the season with tons of giggles and creativity. We’ll have a monstrously good time making these masterpieces.
Monday, October 23rd • 4-5pm Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
These silly zombies are here to make you giggle, not give you the jitters! Join us as we have a wacky time putting together our zombie pals’ faces, giving them their goofy brains, and getting them all set for a Halloween night of fun and laughter!
LEGO Club: Halloween Edition
Friday, October 27th • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Halloween has taken over LEGO club this month! We’ll enjoy a LEGO Halloween party, build spooky LEGO creations, and watch Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation. It’s sure to be a spooky good time! The movie is rated PG.
Thursday, October 26th • 5-7pm
Location: Outside
NO REGISTRATION
Hey all you ghosts, goblins, and ghouls…who’s ready for Trick-or-Reading?!? Come ready to gather up lots of goodies that the library staff will be handing out under our four canopies! We’ll have creepy decorations, fun costumes, and the best part is you don’t even have to get out of your vehicle! Simply drive-up and we’ll hand your goodies to you!
Get personal recommendations for titles you’ll love with our reader’s advisory program “Find My Next...”. We’ve assembled a team of dedicated staff who are waiting to help you discover great books, movies, and music.
Visit our website to get started: www.laurellibrary.org/findmynext
It couldn’t be easier to get all of your Accelerated Reader points. We’ve put together bundles of books based on grades and reading levels. Each convenient bundle contains 3-5 books that we know your kids will love!
Stop by the Kid’s department, or call ahead and use our drive-thru window, and take home one of our handpicked AR Book Bundles!
Jordan Allen and The Bellweathers: LIVE in Concert
Our Veterans, Their Stories: Series IV
London Community Orchestra
Lexington Children’s Theatre: The Reluctant Dragon
Homeschool Science Fair
Candy Canes, Cocoa, and Carols: A Drive-thru Christmas Event
Everly Brothers Experience: LIVE in Concert
Madcap Puppets: ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
All events are FREE to attend. For more information, call the library at (606) 864-5759 or by visiting our website.
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