We’re excited to share some wonderful news with our community: Scott County Public Library is opening a Satellite Library in Sadieville! This new location marks an important step in expanding library access and bringing our services closer to the people we serve. Bringing the Library to Sadieville The Sadieville Satellite Library will offer many of the same services you know … Read More
Georgetown 250 Celebration
Georgetown, Kentucky, has a fascinating history that stretches back thousands of years. Long before European settlers arrived, Native peoples thrived along the banks of Elkhorn Creek, a waterway that is considered one of the longest and most beautiful creeks in Kentucky. The Adena culture (800 B.C.–800 A.D.) left a lasting mark on the region, with several significant Adena mounds still … Read More
30×30 Challenge Book Recs
The 30×30 November Reading Challenge is upon us, and if you’re on the hunt for your next read, look no further! At the Scott County Public Library, we have thousands of books waiting for you to discover. We know that finding the perfect book can sometimes be a challenge, so we’ve made it easier by curating a list of recommendations. … Read More
Hot New Horror Novels
It’s that spooky time of the year again, when ghoulish thoughts enter our dark hearts, and nightmares become all too real. When you want that spine-tingling, curl your toes type of horror novel this October, come and see us at Scott County Public Library! We have some new stories and new authors who will feed the monsters that await you … Read More
Who Knew that Comics Help with Visual Literacy?
The world our kids are growing up in is an increasingly visual one. Graphic novels (once called COMICS) help kids learn visual literacy, that is, how to interpret the combination of images and text. Not to mention, comic books have on average more rare words per thousand than adult books, so kids learn more complex vocabulary! Comics are incredible for … Read More
Patriotic Movies for July Celebrations!
July brings us all the flag waving, Independence Day parades we can muster. Put out your red, white and blue banners and be proud of all that there is to being American! The rich legacy of American history is not lost on us here at Scott County Public Library in beautiful Georgetown, Kentucky. We have a wonderful selection of patriotic … Read More
New Large Type at the Scott County Public Library
After working at the Scott Public Library for over 11 years, I know my favorite spot is where the New Releases are shelved I love the excitement of reading a new story for the first time, or a new author’s debut novel. But I wanted to let you know we have new releases in Large Type as well. It’s a … Read More
Bring Music into Your Life!
Everyone has music in their heart; it’s just a matter of bringing it out. February 11th is National Guitar Day. If you’re like me, you’ve often thought about how nice it would be if you could play the guitar to accompany your singing, (well, most of us). That dream may not be as far away as you think. Here at … Read More
Holiday Romance and Suspense
Holiday Romance and Suspense Once again, the holiday season is upon us. So why shouldn’t our reading feature some wonderful holiday stories? We, at Scott County Public Library, have a wonderful collection of holiday classics and contemporary novels to enhance your merriment. You’ll find romance, suspense, and everything in between- something sure to put you in a holiday mood! Season … Read More
Investing for the Future
Investing for the Future Does your money work for you? Are you making the most of what you’re earning? Could your earnings be improved without taking on a second job? It seems everyone could use more money these days, as the purse strings get tighter and tighter. If you are thinking of jumping into the ever-higher stock market, you don’t … Read More
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