Teen Lounge

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fandom Fun, Games & Play
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Hang out, play, and explore all that the library has to offer!

At Teen Lounge, your experience is in YOUR hands. Drop in when you like, and choose whichever activity suits your mood. Play on our gaming laptops and consoles, explore the world of virtual reality, create your own art projects, tinker with a variety of technology and engineering tools, get your game on with an assortment of board and card games, and share the experience with your friends. Plus, enjoy free refreshments!

For ages 12–18. Just drop in!

Community Check-in

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families
Program Type: Community Event
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Share your thoughts; shape your library...

We want to hear from you! Stop by any Community Check-in event, an informal drop-in session where you can share your thoughts about the library, offer feedback, and chat with staff about exciting updates—like the latest on the Hillview expansion!

No formal presentations, no long surveys—just a casual opportunity to let us know what you love, what you’d like to see more of, and how BCPL can better serve you. Plus, we'll have small treats and giveaways as a thank-you for sharing your input. We look forward to hearing from you!

CHECK-IN SCHEDULE for National Library Week:

Rooks and Books

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Hillview Branch
Library Branch: Hillview Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Games & Play
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Go beyond traditional chess with the Bullitt County Chess League!

We'll have a variety of activities available, including personalized chess instruction, bughouse chess, speed chess, and open chess. Or if you're up for a BIG challenge, test your skills in a game of giant chess or join one of our chess relays!

For players of all ages and skill levels. Just drop in!

Family Bingo

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Ages 21+, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2
Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Pre-K, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Games & Play
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B-I-N-G-O!

Bring the kids, the grandparents, your siblings, or whoever you like for a night of lively competition and AWESOME PRIZES. At this program, luck’s always on your side because (1) it’s a fun social night for all and (2) everybody wins! Even if you don't win, you can still pick one of our consolation prizes at the end of the program.

Plus—BONUS!!!—bingo is excellent reinforcement for kiddos learning their letters and numbers or practicing social skills like listening, sportsmanship, or following directions.

For all ages. Just drop in!

Pokémon Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Mt. Washington Branch
Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)
Age Group: Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families
Program Type: Fandom Fun, Games & Play, Group Meetup
Event Details:

Gotta catch ’em all!

Trainers and Pokémaniacs unite on the 2nd Tuesday of the month for Pokémon Club! Enjoy a fun new Pokémon-inspired activity at each session. Plus, visit entertaining activity stations to learn how to play the card game, trade some of your best creatures, and play fun Pokémon mini games.

Psst… Do you play Pokémon Go? Visit a few PokéStops and a gym while you’re at the library!

For ages 5–18. Just drop in!