Soon we will embark on a journey of fun and learning through our 2024 Summer Reading theme “Adventure Begins at Your Library.” Get reading to explore the world and beyond through books, programs, and displays that will bring the spirit of adventure to life. Why have a summer reading program? Keeping young people reading and learning during their summer vacation is … Read More
150th Kentucky Derby
Saturday, May 4th, marks the 150th Kentucky Derby. Each year, the Derby falls on the first weekend of May, taking place at Churchill Downs, in Louisville, Kentucky. The first Kentucky Derby took place on May 17th, 1875, before Churchill Downs was named the official location. Since 1875, the derby has grown into one of the biggest events in the U.S., … Read More
Women’s History Month
Women’s History Month Along with the first signs of warmer weather, March also brings Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day. One of the best ways to celebrate this month is by learning about and honoring women’s contributions throughout history. Women are responsible for some of the biggest contributions to our world and simultaneously have historically gone underappreciated, undervalued, or … Read More
Happy New Year! Ready to Make 2024 the Best Year Yet? We are Here to Help!
Happy New Year! We don’t know about you, but here at SCPL, we are ready to make 2024 the best year yet. We have a great lineup of programs, both new and seasoned favorites, and an awesome collection of books with something for everyone to kick this year off right. The New Year can be a great time to get … Read More
Tis the Season to Celebrate the Holidays with SCPL!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! No matter how chaotic the holiday season can be, there is no denying that this is one of the most special times of the year. From time with family to traditions, both new and old, the holidays give us so many reasons to celebrate. One of our favorite things about the holidays … Read More
Americans and the Holocaust Traveling Exhibition
For Immediate Release [October 11, 2023] SCOTT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY HOSTED GRAND OPENING RECEPTION FOR AMERICANS AND THE HOLOCAUST TRAVELING EXHIBITION Scott County Public Library hosted an opening reception for Americans and the Holocaust, a traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum that examines the motives, pressures and fears that shaped Americans’ responses to Nazism, war and genocide … Read More
Back to School Blues? SCPL is Here to Help!
As the next school year quickly approaches, and the fun days of summer reading are behind us, it can be easy to let the stressors of summer’s end get us down. Here at SCPL, we are devoted to helping you manage those summer Sunday blues. Whether you have little ones starting school for the first time or are headed back … Read More
Summer Romance in the Air?
Summer has arrived and the heat is on! Is a summer romance in the cards for you? Check out some of these titles that are heating up the beaches everywhere. Like our weather, some are hot and steamy, others are more tame, refined and sentimental. Either way, great reading abounds! The summer heats up with some of these great titles … Read More
We Got an App!
The world’s oldest known library was founded sometime in the 7th century B.C. in modern day Iraq, and here we are, thousands of years later in Scott County, Kentucky. Clearly libraries are not going anywhere. But that doesn’t mean that they haven’t changed dramatically. Libraries have transformed to places with just books to community hubs where patrons can find valuable … Read More
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day at the Library!
March brings warmer days, spring showers, greener grass and, of course, St. Patrick’s Day! There is a certain mystical aura that surrounds the emerald isle of Ireland, and many people will be celebrating that on March 17th this year! Whether you’re fascinated by Ireland, planning a trip, or just looking to get into the St. Paddy’s spirit, SCPL has you … Read More