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Scott County Public Library Launches 2026 Summer Reading Adventure
WELCOME TO MAKERSPACE
Create, build, and bring your ideas to life
The Scott County Public Library is excited to introduce our brand-new Makerspace with a soft opening on Wednesday, May 20th from 9am-1pm! Explore creative tools like a 3D printer, button maker, vinyl cutter, and book mending station, with even more coming soon. This new space is designed to inspire creativity, hands-on learning, and innovation for all ages. Opening Soon.
Weekly Adult Programs
Creative Kids
Recommended ages 5-9 years.--DROP IN between 2:00 and 4:00 all summer long for a quick, fun afternoon craft. Celebrate our Summer Theme: Unearth A Story FREE! No Registration required.
Every Wednesday From 2-4 pm (Room C)
Reel Talk, Reel Film
Watch movies old-school style! This program presents the history of Super 8 and 16mm film with an aim of fostering conversation, education, and discovery of small gauge film history and steps to preserving your own home movies. Each month we will present cartoons, digests, and features on real film and discuss the history of the formats.
Wednesday, 7/8 From 5:30-7:30 pm (Room F)
Teen Manga Club (Ages 12-18y)
Manga Club 6-7:30PM for Teens 12y+ Book & Film club- Watch anime, draw, chat and craft all things Manga! Bring a Friend! FREE fun for Teens. (We meet Every Second Wednesday of the Month!) No registration required.
Wednesday, 7/8 From 6-7:30 pm (Room E)
The Quiet Spell: A Fantasy Book Club
The Quiet Spell: A Fantasy Book Club. Join us every second Thursday of the month for a casual discussion of fantasy books and a cozy craft. Our theme for this month is fantasy books featuring heists, and trials! Some examples include The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo, and A Court of Thornes and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. Everyone is welcome!
Thursday, 7/9 @ 5 pm (Room E)
KY Reptile Zoo Animals(Families)
Ky Reptile Zoo is back with more slinky & lizardy animals! Ask questions about habitat, diet, and more. Recommended for ages 6y+ Parents, please help children stay seated so our animal ambassadors feel safe. Doors close when capacity is reached. Free.
Friday, 7/10 From 11 am-12:15 pm (Room C)
Recording Studio Orientation
The Recording Studio Orientation is a required class that patrons have to take before being able to reserve the Recording Studio. Please register for this class to start using this great free service.
Friday, 7/10 From 3-4 pm (Recording Studio)
Tween Dinosaur Terrariums (Ages 8-12y)
Create a beautiful wonderland of chia seeds for tiny dinosaur friends. All materials provided, so please register.
Friday, 7/10 From 4-6 pm (Children's Activity Room)
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