Adult Events
Events
E-Book Club
Tuesday, May 11 at 12 PM
Join the E-Book Club for a discussion of two novels, Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver via conference call. Copies of the books are available on Hoopla (hoopladigital.com) and at the Library.
Click here to register.
What’s it worth? Appraisal Program
Thursday, May 6 from 6-8 PM via Zoom
In this virtual program, author, auctioneer, appraiser, and radio show host Mike Ivankovich will introduce you to what determines value and reveal what your antiques, collectibles, and personal treasures are really worth today. Each attendee is invited to bring one or two items for appraisal. The bigger the item the better, as smaller items are difficult to see virtually. Participants should have one back-up item in case the primary item cannot be appraised, he can appraise the back-up item.
Click here to register for the event. Registration will close at 12 PM on the day of the event. Make sure to register for the correct attendee type!
Birding 101
Thursday, May 17 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM via Zoom
Join Carey Ruff, Aquatics and Special Event Coordinatorwith the Kentucky Department of Parks for all things Birding 101! She will share tips for beginner backyard birdwatching. She will cover basic bird identification, feeder and seed types as well as ways to “birdscape” your yard.
Plant Swap
Saturday, May 22 from 11 AM – 12:30 PM in the Carnegie Library Center Parking Lot
Join us in the parking lot of the Carnegie Library Center for our first annual Plant Swap. You are welcome to bring any plant to swap including house plants, bulbs, herbs, vegetables, etc. Please label the plants you bring. We will provide blank plant labels for those that need them. Knowledgeable plant enthusiasts will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. No registration is necessary.
Book Clubs
Happy Bookers
2nd Monday of the month from 5:45 PM – 6:45 PM in the Carnegie Library Center
If you love discussing plot twists and talking about characters like they’re real people, then this new book club is for you! Join Whitney and Amanda for some refreshments and time to focus on one of your favorite obsessions: good books!
How it works:
- Pick up a copy of this month’s book at the Front Desk of the Main Library.
- Come to book club for a fun discussion!
- Return your book at the meeting, and pick up the next one.
Do you have a book suggestion? Please email the Library at admin@scplibrary.net.
Brown Bag Book Club
2nd Tuesday of the month at 1:00 PM in the Carnegie Library Center
What is Brown Bag Book Club?
It’s a group of ladies who enjoy chatting about all things book-related, hosted by Pam Federspiel and Whitney Wooters.
It’s called Brown Bag Book Club because when the book club started in 1992, everyone brought their own lunch in a brown paper bag. Now, the library serves refreshments! Also, if the book club likes the books they read, they are turned into book kits that anyone can check out to use for their book club, and they are kept in brown bags.
How it works:
- Pick up a copy of this month’s book at the Front Desk of the Main Library.
- Come to book club for a fun discussion!
- Return your book at the meeting, and pick up the next one.
Do you have a book suggestion? Please email the Library at admin@scplibrary.net.
Health
In-person events, including fitness classes, are still suspended.
Gentle Yoga
Mondays from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM and
Thursdays from 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM in the Carnegie Library Center
Join instructor Helen in Gentle Yoga. Stretch, strengthen, and breathe in this gentle class for seniors ages 50+.
Nia
Mondays from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM in the Carnegie Library Center
Join instructor Helen for Nia, a conditioning program that stands for Non-Impact Aerobics. You’ll enjoy gentle dancing that helps your mind and body!
Cardio Drumming
Tuesdays from 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM in the Carnegie Library Center
Join instructor Tristan for this fun class! You’ll enjoy it so much, you won’t even notice burning approximately 225 calories! Increase your heart rate, strengthen your core, and improve your coordination and focus.
All you need to bring is an exercise ball. We will provide the 17-gallon bucket (to use as a stand for your ball) and drumsticks.
Zumba
Tuesdays from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM in the Carnegie Library Center
Join instructor Tiffany for the party of a lifetime…oh, did we mention you will be exercising, too?
Easy Tai Chi
Wednesdays from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM in the Carnegie Library Center
Join instructor Bayley as she teaches Tai Chi. Often referred to as “moving mediation” – a powerful key to relaxation, increased focus, and concentration.
Movies and Leisure
In-person events, including movie days, are still suspended.
Movies for 18+
3rd Friday of the month (unless otherwise noted) at 1:00 PM in the Carnegie Library Center
Enjoy a movie on the big screen while eating snacks and drinking water.
If you have a movie suggestion, please email it to reference@scplibrary.net
November 15: Second Act (PG-13)
December 20: The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (PG)
Puzzle and Game Exchange
Available all day, every day by the public printer on the Main Floor.
In search of a new puzzle or game to try, or wanting to get rid of puzzles or games you no longer want? Stop by the library and exchange what you don’t want with what you do!
Veterans and Career Prep
In-person events and services, like Veteran Affairs and GED classes, are still suspended.
Kentucky Department of Veteran’s Affairs
The first Monday of the month from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in the Carnegie Library Center Meeting Room B, beginning August 5. By appointment only.
Veterans Benefits Field Representative Tom Hanner will be at the Library each month to help veterans navigate health care, education, and more.
To set up an appointment, contact Tom by calling (502) 229-6070 or emailing thomas.hanner@ky.gov.
General Education Development (GED)
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM in the Community Room (Beginning August 6, GED will be held in the Carnegie Library Center.)
GED coordinator Venita would be glad to help you prep for the GED test or tutor you in improving your college class scores.
Vocational Rehabilitation
1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM in the Study Room (Beginning in August, Vocation Rehab will be held in the Carnegie Library Center.)
Assists Kentuckians with disabilities to achieve suitable employment and independence.
Writers Group
In-person events, like the Writer’s Group, are still suspended.
Shelby County Writers Group
The first Monday of the month from 5:30 PM – 7 PM in Room A of the Carnegie Library Center
Beginning February 3
If you are passionate about writing but need some encouragement to stay focused, keep going, or continue growing, then join author Kay Roberts and wiriting enthusiast Whitney Wooters for a new monthly writers group. Writers ages 13+ are welcome.
Here’s what to expect:
- An opportunity for you to read a short section of your writing, then receive feedback.
- Education about writing strategies.
- Guest speakers.
If you’re looking for an online community of writers, then join our Shelby County Writers Group Facebook group. We love to:
- Share writing resources.
- Discuss writing questions.
- Encourage each other.
We’re looking forward to getting to know you and encouraging you as you write!
If you are interested or have questions, please email Whitney at whitneyw@scplibrary.net.