Visit www.laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.
Friday, April 5th • 6-7:30pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Join us as we welcome back Tyler Christopher and his band to the library stage, paying tribute to the king of rock-n-roll, Elvis Presley. This show will span the legacy of Elvis in his prime, a dramatically different experience than your typical Elvis impersonator. Tyler is a multi-award-winning and nationally recognized performer. Once ranked top 5 in the world in Elvis’ hometown of Tupelo, Mississippi, the biggest Elvis Festival in the world!
Spectrum Celebration: Bubbles for Autism Awareness
Tuesday, April 2nd • 11am-12pm
Location: Auditorium Patio
NO REGISTRATION
Join us in celebrating Autism Awareness Month with a fun-filled event that the whole family can enjoy. Bring your loved ones to blow bubbles together. As we watch the magnificent display of bubbles filling the sky, we are reminded of the incredible impact we can make when we work as a team. Bubbles are symbols of happiness, optimism, and unity that bring people closer. Let’s create unforgettable memories and raise awareness for autism as we blow bubbles and build new relationships. Everyone is welcome to participate in this program, regardless of age.
Bookmarked Book Club
Tuesday, April 9th • 6-7pm
Location: Kentucky Room
NO REGISTRATION
Dive into captivating stories, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and connect with fellow book lovers at Bookmarked Book Club! Whether you’re an avid reader or just looking to explore new genres and authors, Bookmarked offers a place to share your love of literature. This month’s pick is Where Hope Comes From: Poems of Resilience, Healing and Light by Nikita Gill. This collection of poems for a broken world was written when the world went into lockdown and explores topics of strength and hope. This book also includes beautiful line-drawing illustrations by the author.
Wednesday, April 17th • 1-3pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
An unlikely female duo of con artists cooperate to beguile and deceive rich men for money. Hilarity ensues after a worldly and sophisticated schemer decides to induct her lowbrow and inexperienced counterpart into the upper leagues of feminine deception. This movie is rated PG-13.
Thursday, April 18th • 6-7pm
Location: Community Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Discover the art of plant care with Shayna Sibert, owner of Home Grown Plant Boutique. In this workshop, we’ll explore the basics and learn essential tips on light, watering, plant propagation, and other tricks to plant care. Shayna will share insights to transform even the most challenged plant enthusiasts into flourishing garden experts. Join us on this plant-loving journey and cultivate your green thumb under Shayna’s expert guidance.
Monday, April 29th • 1-2pm
Location: Community Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Transform a basic canvas bag into a work of art! Participants will use vibrant paints and stencils to adorn canvas bags with eye-catching designs. Express yourself through colors and patterns, and leave with a personalized canvas bag that reflects your unique style. Ideal for those seeking a fun and artistic experience. Let your imagination flow as you bring these functional works of art to life!
Friends of the LCPL Book Sale: Members Only Preview
Thursday, April 11th • 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, April 12th • 10am-7pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
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, April 13th • 10am-2pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
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.
Southern Pear Salad
Tuesday, April 30th • 11am-12pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Do y’all remember this one? This southern vintage dish has graced the tables of potlucks, church suppers, dinner parties, and more since the 1950s. Made from inexpensive and pantry-friendly ingredients, the southern pear salad is easily prepared in a pinch. Learn how to assemble this delicious salad that everyone will be talking about.
True Crime: Menéndez Brothers
Tuesday, April 30th • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Joseph Lyle Menéndez (born January 10, 1968) and Erik Galen Menéndez (born November 27, 1970) are American brothers who were convicted in 1996 of the murders of their parents, José and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menéndez.
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!
Guided Tour of Libby
Monday, April 1st • 12-12:30pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Learn how to check out e-books and audiobooks on your Kindle, phone, tablet, and computer using your library card. Bring your device for help and questions.
Guided Tour of Hoopla
Monday, April 1st • 12:30-1pm
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. Bring your device for help and questions.
Introduction to AI
Tuesday, April 6th • 2-3pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Learn the fundamentals of artificial intelligence (AI) systems with us! We’ll explore a wide range of topics, including the various types of AI, machine learning and neural networks, natural language processing, robotics, AI art, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI.
Friday, April 25th • 2-3pm
Location: Auditorium
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Welcome to the exciting world of AI prompt creation! We’ll cover everything from formulas to phrasing techniques, giving you the essential tools to craft engaging prompts and responses effectively.
Lots 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!
Grades: 7-12th Visit www.laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.
The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes
Monday, April 8th • 5-7:30pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Years before he becomes the tyrannical president of Panem, 18-year-old Coriolanus Snow remains the last hope for his fading lineage. With the 10th annual Hunger Games fast approaching, the young Snow becomes alarmed when he’s assigned to mentor Lucy Gray Baird from District 12. Uniting their instincts for showmanship and political savvy, they race against time to ultimately reveal who’s a songbird and who’s a snake. This movie is rated PG-13.
Monday, April 15th • 6-7pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Turn the pages of books into poetry canvases! Pick out passages that speak to you, and then let loose with markers and paint to create your own unique poetic masterpieces.
Wednesday, April 17th • 6-7:30pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
Get ready for an epic teen gaming night with Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more on the Nintendo Switch! Rally your friends, grab a joy-con, and dive into thrilling battles. For a dose of retro fun, switch to the Wii with classic adventures. If tabletop games are your thing, we’ve got a variety to choose from. With something for everyone, this gaming session promises non-stop fun and friendly competition.
Monday, April 8th • 4-5pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Decorate your very own game board to play and enjoy! With a variety of colorful materials, the creative possibilities are endless. Afterwards, test your skills and see if you can outsmart the board, leaving just one peg standing tall!
Monday, April 15th • 4-5pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
As the world bursts into color with blooming flowers and chirping birds, we’re going to embrace the wonderful world of art inspired by none other than the legendary George Seurat! Ever heard of the magical technique called pointillism? It’s like creating art with a sprinkle of fairy dust! Imagine painting dots, filling your canvas with bursts of color that come together to create something truly mesmerizing. So, get ready to sprinkle some floral magic onto your canvas to step into spring.
Tuesday, April 23rd • 4-5pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Ages: 9-13
Ever dreamt of exploring the depths of space? Well, guess what? Now’s your chance to bring the cosmos to life right on your canvas! Join us and learn how to paint an awesome galaxy night sky – and the best part? No painting skills required! With our step-by-step instructions, even beginners can create their own stellar masterpiece. So, grab your paintbrush and let’s journey into the universe together!
Ages: Up to age 9 Visit www.laurellibrary.org or call 864-5759 to register for events.
Thursday, April 4th • 1pm and 6pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
All aboard the Adventure Express! PJ Pirate and his platypus pal Splat will be here to entertain us with puppets, laughter, music, and hilarious storytelling. So, grab your ticket to fun as we embark on a magical adventure on the Adventure Express!
Tuesday, April 16th • 6-7pm
Location: Auditorium
NO REGISTRATION
The Clay County High School Drama Department will be performing The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane. Kate DiCamillo’s heartwarming tale features a china rabbit named Edward Tulane, who is loved by a little girl. When Edward becomes lost he begins an extraordinary journey where he meets diverse characters and learns valuable life lessons. Along the way, Edward discovers a true miracle that even a heart of the most breakable kind can learn to love again.
Feller Express: Dinos of London
Saturday, April 20th • 11am-2pm
Location: Library
NO REGISTRATION
Something big is on the way! Meet and greet some interactive, life-sized dino pals including a Triceratops, T-Rex, Dilophosaurus, and a Wolly Mammoth baby at this interactive dino exhibition! We’ll also have fun dinosaur crafts to make and lots of great dinosaur books to check out. This is one DINO-mite event you don’t want to miss!
Special Storytime: Bubbles for Autism
Tuesday, April 2nd • 11am-12pm
Location: Auditorium Patio
NO REGISTRATION
In honor of Autism Awareness Month, we invite you to bring your friends and family and blow bubbles with us! After storytime, we’ll meet on the auditorium patio and build autism awareness by filling the sky with beautiful bubbles!
Thursday, April 11th • 11am-12pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Hop on into the library for this ribbiting challenge! Leap into action as we craft our very own frogs and put our physics skills to the test. Who knew science could be so fun? Let’s see how long we can make our froggy friends’ dinner stay up in the air!
Thursday, April 18th • 4-5pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Enjoy a super-duper Earth Day extravaganza! We’ll craft our very own planet Earth keepsake, and discover the magic of recycling, by turning trash into treasure with awesome games and activities.
Monday, April 22nd • 11am-12pm
Location: Auditorium
The Explorium of Lexington will be here to demonstrate how to make coding magic using their amazing coding cars! We’ll learn how to give coding commands to make our cars travel and perform other cool tricks! Appropriate ages 5-9.
Monday, April 22nd • 6-7pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Spring has finally arrived, signaling the perfect time to nurture our plants. Enjoy an enlightening presentation led by David Coffey, from the Laurel County Conservation District. Discover new ways to keep your soil healthy and receive a free sapling to start your own garden.
Thursday, April 25th • 6-7pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
Did you know that building with LEGOs enhances fine motor skills? Bring your favorite master builder and take advantage of the library’s LEGO collection. Take home a LEGO book full of fun ideas that will keep building on your child’s imagination.
Monday, April 29th • 5-7pm
Location: Community Room
NO REGISTRATION
This sensory playdate is geared for families with children on the autism spectrum, or who may have other sensory needs. We’ll have stories, props, puzzles, toys, and other tactile objects to explore different ways to learn and have fun.
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: http://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!
Tuesdays
10am • Babygarten
11am • Storytime
Wednesdays
10am • Babygarten
11am • Storytime
4pm • Readers are Leaders
Babygarten: Designed for children up to age 3, this program provides a basic understanding of child development, while providing an engaging time for children and caregivers!
Storytime: This interactive storytime is designed for preschool aged children, and focuses on building cognitive, social, physical, and early literacy skills.
Readers are Leaders: Geared for school aged students, this program provides a time to discuss books, play games, and participate in exciting hands-on activities.
All events are FREE to attend. For more information, call the library at (606) 864-5759 or by visiting our website.
The library makes every reasonable effort to provide equal access to all patrons. Please contact the library at least three days in advance to request accommodations.
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