Johnson County Public Library, Kentucky

Job Fair

JCPL will be hosting a job fair, and we are looking for vendors!

When: Tuesday, April 8th from 3 PM – 6 PM
Location: U.S. 23 Country Music Highway Museum

This free event is open to all businesses and employment agencies seeking employees in this region.
Call (606) 789-4355 or e-mail Shannon.Reinthaler@jcplky.org for more information or to reserve a space.

Educate Station

Educate Station is a full curriculum Pre-K through Second Grade. To access the curriculum the username is educate and the password is watermelon.

Check out Educate Station here

Technology Curriculum

Become a digitally savvy citizen with our new technology curriculum. Incentives are offered for attendance!

Visit our Technology Curriculum page

Johnson County BookMobile

Our beautiful new bookmobile is on the road! See below for our home visit schedule. In addition, we visit daycare centers, schools events, and more. If you’d like to learn more about Bookmobile service, contact the library by phone at (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org.

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Libby. The Library Reading App

Can’t come into the Library…no problem! Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more with your JCPL library card for free! Libby is the newer library reading app by OverDrive, loved by millions of readers worldwide.

Download the Libby App

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Career Preparation

Welcome to LearningExpress Library
Make your work goals a reality—start a new career or advance in your current field.

Access LearningExpress

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Story Trail

Stroll along Thealka Park trail with family and friends, reading a beloved children’s book displayed on vibrant signs. It’s a fun way to enjoy the outdoors while fostering a love for books and nature for all ages. Every season, a new book awaits!

For more information, contact us at (606)789-4355 or HelpDesk@jcplky.org.

Upcoming Events

Apr 7

Johnson County Senior Citizens Craft

11:00am

- 12:00pm

Join us once a month at The Johnson County Senior Citizens Center for a fun filled hour of crafting.

Apr 7

Yoga

1:00pm

- 1:45pm

Gentle chair yoga is for any level of physical activity. Participate in person at the Library or watch yoga recordings on the Library's YouTube Channel.

Apr 8

Imagine, Learn, Grow Story Time

6:00pm

- 6:30pm

Enjoy stories, crafts and fun with friends every Tuesday from 6 PM-6:30 PM during our Imagine, Learn, Grow Story Time. Parents and caregivers are invited to participate with children in interactive storytelling - activities using books and other props to engage the children and foster their love of reading. Children develop language and social skills, as well as cultivate a lifelong love of reading and learning. You may drop in to any story hour, any time. All ages are welcome. Call (606) 789-4355 or
E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.
www.jcplky.org

Apr 9

Imagine, Learn, Grow Story Time

11:00am

Apr 10

JCPL Seed Giveaway

5:00pm

- 7:30pm

Johnson County Public Library is proud to launch our free seed library!
Starting April 10th at 5PM we will have packets of tomatoes, cucumbers, basil, bachelor buttons, zinnias, marigolds, and several others to give away.Limit one packet of each seed per family, while supplies last.

Apr 10

Beginning a Garden with Brian Jeffiers

6:00pm

- 7:00pm

The rewarding hobby of gardening is made easy as you learn the basics from Brian Jeffiers, UK Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources. No registration is required. This program will be held on Thursday, April 10th, from 6PM - 7PM. Call (606) 789-4355 or email helpdesk@jcplky.org for more information.

Apr 10

American Sign Language Class with Tracy Jackson

6:00pm

- 7:30pm

Learn American Sign Language (ASL) with instructor Tracy Jackson during a 5-week class beginning Thursday, April 10th, and continuing for the next 4 Thursdays from 6 - 7:30PM each week. All ages are welcome, but those ages 10 and under must attend with an adult. Registration is not required.
Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information on this free opportunity!

Apr 14

Computer Class: Smart Phone

10:00am

- 12:00pm

Apr 14

Yoga

1:00pm

- 1:45pm

Gentle chair yoga is for any level of physical activity. Participate in person at the Library or watch yoga recordings on the Library's YouTube Channel.

Apr 15

Home School Extracurricular: Sand Art

11:00am

- 12:00pm

Homeschool families of all ages are invited to attend monthly meetings led by our library staff. It s a great way to meet new families and friends. Each month, a new craft or activity is introduced. All materials provided. This month s activities include sand art. This month s meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 15th, from 11AM-12PM. Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.

Apr 15

3-D Printing Class

2:00pm

- 4:00pm

Stop by for 3-D printing class on April 15 from 2PM -4PM and April 29 from 2PM - 4PM! You will be able to design and begin the process of printing your design by using our3-D printers at the library. All ages are welcome, with children under 12 requiring a teen or adult chaperone. Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.

Apr 15

Teen Writers Meeting

4:00pm

- 5:00pm

Teens, join our monthly Teen Writers Meeting to talk with other aspiring writers about your projects and play some writing games. Our March meeting will be Tuesday, April 15th, from 4PM - 5 PM. Call (606) 789-4355 or ⁠E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information. ⁠

Apr 15

Imagine, Learn, Grow Story Time

6:00pm

- 6:30pm

Apr 16

Imagine, Learn, Grow Story Time

11:00am

Apr 16

Library Closing: Staff Training

3:30pm

The library will be closing at 3:30 PM on Wedensday, April 16th for staff training. We will reopen on Thursday, April 17th at 9:30 AM.

Apr 17

Movie Event: Peter Rabbit 2

6:00pm

Hop on over to The Historic SIPP Theatre for a showing of Peter Rabbit 2 on Thursday, April 17, at 6 PM. This event is free and open to the public. Popcorn, drink and candy included. Call (606)789-4355 or E-Mail HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information. www.jcplky.org.

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