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Name: Spring Plant Exchange
Start: 2025-04-26T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-04-26T14:00:00-04:00
Location: Central Library

Featured Events

Spring Plant Exchange

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm

Garden - Water at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Event, Gardening & Nature

Age Group:

Adults, Families

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Garden - Water

Age Group: Adults, Families

Program Type: Community Event, Gardening & Nature

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If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need. –Marcus Tullius Cicero

Are your hostas taking over or do you have more tomato seedlings than your garden can handle? Looking for a new houseplant to spruce up your space? Bring your plants to trade and share at our community plant swap! Plus, exchange gardening advice and tips with your fellow plant enthusiasts.

Exchange items might include:

Plant bulbs, cuttings, or starts
(items should be prepared, neatly labeled, and ready to share)
Potted plants or houseplants
More!

Psst...

This event is being offered simultaneously at all locations. Visit your favorite branch—or swing by all of them!
Want to start a garden from the ground up? Check out vegetables, fruits, herbs, and more from the Seed Library at our Nichols location.

Open to gardeners of ALL ages. Just drop in!

Retro Gaming Night

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) at Mt. Washington Branch

Program Type:

Fandom Fun, Games & Play

Age Group:

Adults, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families

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Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch

Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room)

Age Group: Adults, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families

Program Type: Fandom Fun, Games & Play

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It's-a me, Mario...

Travel back in time with old-school games like NES Classic, Nintendo 64, Atari Classic, and vintage board games. Bring your childhood friends for a blast from the past, or make it a family affair as you face off in Mario Kart, collect bananas in Donkey Kong, and more. Parents, come show your kids how it was done “back in your day!” Kids, come school your parents at their own games!

Psst... Pizza and refreshments will be provided to fuel the fun!

For all ages. Just drop in!

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Homemade Homegrown Market & Kickoff Celebration

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm

Off Site

Program Type:

Community Event, Gardening & Nature, Sustainable Living

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Adults, Families

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Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Adults, Families

Program Type: Community Event, Gardening & Nature, Sustainable Living

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10 am	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Chair Yoga 10:00am - 11:00am Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens Mt. Washington Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Regular yoga is so intimidating—try chair yoga! Start your week well with "choga" fun and relaxation with certified instructor Sara Stearns of Derby City Yoga.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Gentle Stretch 10:30am - 11:30am Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Hillview Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hillview Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Stretch it out... Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support. ABOUT DONNA Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA. For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. The Games People Play 10:00am - 12:30pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Mt. Washington Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch Room: Meeting Room 2 (meeting space divided) Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Program Type: Games & Play, Group Meetup Event Details: Let's enjoy the fun and games, together! Join us every Wednesday for good company and a ton of fun. Get together with other game enthusiasts to play a variety of card and tabletop games like American mahjong, Phase 10, Rook, and more. Play your favorites with friends or learn to play something new! Psst... Don't see one of your favorite games? Bring it with you to share with the group or suggest something new for our collection! For ages 18 and up. Just drop in! Space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call Gayle at 543-7675 ext. 2551 or e-mail gayle@bcplib.org. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Community Check-in 10:30am - 12:30pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families Hillview Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hillview Branch Room: Study Room 3 Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families Program Type: Community Event Event Details: 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:	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Gentle Stretch 10:00am - 11:00am Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Lebanon Junction Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Stretch it out... Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support. ABOUT DONNA Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA. For ages 21 and up. Just drop in! This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Active 55+ 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults, Ages 55+ Mt. Washington Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+ Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Arts & Crafts, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness, Technology Class Event Details: 55 is not a speed limit, it's a starting point... Join us on Thursdays to create an active routine and meaningful social interactions. Enjoy games, cards, Wii Bowling, fun crafts, guest speakers, and more. Plus, discover all sorts of helpful library resources and programs available to you. For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!	This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Coffee Chats 10:00am - 11:00am Ages 55+ Central Library This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Meeting Room 2 Age Group: Ages 55+ Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Games & Play, Group Meetup, Health & Wellness Event Details: A whole latte fun... Join us every Friday for a good cup of coffee, great conversation, and more! You can mingle with peers, read the newspaper, work on a puzzle, play a game, share stories, or ask questions about technology. For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!
11 am				This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Senior Strength Training 11:00am - 12:00pm Ages 55+ Central Library This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Meeting Room 2 Age Group: Ages 55+ Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Get active and stay strong... Join us every week for a full-body strength-training session using resistance bands. This class is specifically designed to help older adults build and maintain strength for overall health or improved body composition. Instructor Hannah Southard will adjust the workout as needed to accommodate the individual strength levels and requirements of participants. Please note: Wear clothing that will be comfortable for a light workout. Bottled water will be provided. Before you start any exercise program, it is recommended that you check with your physician. * ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR Originally from Northern Ireland, Hannah Southard came to the United States in 2017 for a tennis coaching internship. She discovered that her passion for fitness expanded beyond tennis, and she became a NASM-certified personal trainer. After moving to Kentucky, she also got certified as a yoga instructor and a precision nutrition coach. Hannah has experience training people of all ages and aims to make fitness fun while creating an enjoyable and sustainable healthy lifestyle for everyone! For ages 55 and up. Just drop in!**	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Blood Drive with American Red Cross 11:00am - 4:00pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens Hillview Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Hillview Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens Program Type: Community Event, Health & Wellness Event Details: DID YOU KNOW? Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood... Blood donors help save the lives of people of all ages every day, including burn victims, heart surgery and cancer patients, trauma victims, and many others. BCPL is partnering with the American Red Cross to provide a safe, relaxing, and convenient location to donate blood. You can make a difference by giving a small part of your day to join us. Whatever your blood type may be, all types are valuable and can help save lives. For ages 16 and up. Donors under the age of 17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate. Donors ages 16 or 17 MUST show a form of ID that includes their birthdate. Please bring your donor card, driver's license, or two other forms of identification. Be prepared to list all of the over-the-counter and prescription medications you are currently taking. ****** Additional tips for the day of your donation: Drink an extra 16 oz. of water (or other nonalcoholic drink) before your appointment. Eat a healthy meal, avoiding fatty foods like hamburgers, fries, or ice cream. Wear a shirt with sleeves that you can roll up above your elbows. Let us know if you have a preferred arm or particular vein that has been used successfully in the past to draw blood. Relax, listen to music, talk to other donors, or read while you donate. For more information on the requirements for giving blood, please visit redcrossblood.org. ******
12 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Brown Bag Book Club 12:00pm - 1:30pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Mt. Washington Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch Room: Fish Bowl Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup Event Details: Bring your lunch to the library on the 2nd Tuesday of each month! Come enjoy a good, bookish conversation for a lunch to remember. Share your own reading adventures, get recommendations, and discuss our latest book selection. Coffee and tea will be provided. UPCOMING SELECTIONS:
1 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Gentle Stretch 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Hillview Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Library Branch: Hillview Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Stretch it out... Increase flexibility, relieve sore muscles, and rejuvenate your body! Join Donna to jumpstart your day with a low-impact exercise class designed to engage all the major muscle groups through gentle stretches and balancing techniques. This is a beginner-friendly class; a chair will typically be used for support. ABOUT DONNA Donna Hall is a beloved member of our Hillview Branch Library staff. She has 17 years' experience as a practitioner along with intermittent teaching experience, including work as a substitute instructor at the YMCA. For ages 21 and up. Just drop in!		This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Cancelled Train with a Cane: Experience Strategic Cane System Training 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Mt. Washington Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Cancelled Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Program Type: Adult Learning & Lectures, Health & Wellness Event Details: Build cane confidence for mobility and self defense!
2 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Crafting with Gayle 2:00pm - 3:30pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Mt. Washington Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Calling all crafters... Explore the great wide world of crafts with Gayle! Come get social with fellow craft enthusiasts on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month as we learn new techniques and work on fun new projects. We'll have a crafty good time! From acrylics to wreath making, there are endless crafts to explore! Button crafts Clock making Decoupage Jewelry making Leatherworking Painting Paper crafts Scrapbooking Thread crafts (crochet, embroidery, quilting, sewing, weaving, and more!) Upcycled crafts Wire projects Wood crafts & woodburning Wreath making For ages 18 and up. Just drop in! Space and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? E-mail gayle@bcplib.org.			This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Community Check-in 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Conference Room 2 Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families Program Type: Community Event Event Details: 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:
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4 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Community Check-in 4:00pm - 5:00pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families Lebanon Junction Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Lebanon Junction Branch Room: The Retreat Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families Program Type: Community Event Event Details: 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:			This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Community Check-in 4:00pm - 6:00pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families Nichols Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Nichols Branch Room: Meeting Room (w/o Conference Room Attached) Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families Program Type: Community Event Event Details: 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: This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Elementary Ages" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Spring Crafts & Bug Hacks 4:00pm - 6:00pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families Nichols Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Elementary Ages" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Nichols Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Tweens, Kids, Elementary Ages, Families Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get ready for a season of creativity and clever solutions! 🌼
5 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Community Check-in 5:00pm - 7:00pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families Mt. Washington Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Teens, Families Program Type: Community Event Event Details: 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: This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Silent Book Club 5:30pm - 6:30pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Nichols Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Nichols Branch Room: Sunroom Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup Event Details: Shhh, we're reading... Join our introvert happy hour! Bring your current book and spend time reading with fellow book lovers every Tuesday evening. You can socialize your way with no need to finish a specific book or weigh in on a group discussion. Psst... We'll set the cozy atmosphere with dimmed lights, calming music, and a selection of warm beverages including coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. To create the ultimate cozy space for yourself, you are welcome to bring a pillow and blanket. For ages 18 and up. Just drop in!
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Crafting with Gayle 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Mt. Washington Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Mt. Washington Branch Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 (combined room) Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Calling all crafters... Explore the great wide world of crafts with Gayle! Come get social with fellow craft enthusiasts on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month as we learn new techniques and work on fun new projects. We'll have a crafty good time! From acrylics to wreath making, there are endless crafts to explore! Button crafts Clock making Decoupage Jewelry making Leatherworking Painting Paper crafts Scrapbooking Thread crafts (crochet, embroidery, quilting, sewing, weaving, and more!) Upcycled crafts Wire projects Wood crafts & woodburning Wreath making For ages 18 and up. Just drop in! Space and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? E-mail gayle@bcplib.org.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Reading Together 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Central Library Open Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Open Library Branch: Central Library Room: Meeting Room 2 Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Program Type: Books & Authors, Group Meetup Registration Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Diversify your reading... On the second Thursday of every month, we're bringing people together through the power of diverse reads. Together, we will explore trending or highly-respected books that spotlight #OwnVoices stories, underrepresented groups, and diverse experiences so that we can better understand ourselves and each other. Great stories guaranteed! Psst... If you need help securing a copy of the book, please contact Haleigh. UPCOMING SELECTIONS

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