Visit the animals, landmarks, and hidden gems of our world from the comfort of your home in this virtual field trip challenge! This is a self-paced program done through Beanstack, which can be accessed at http://pikelibrary.beanstack.org or by downloading the … Read More

Andrew Reed, Associate Professor of Film and Media Arts at the University of Pikeville, will present an overview of the history of film. From Muybridge to the multiplex and beyond, this presentation will showcase the history and future of cinema. … Read More

This virtual presentation by the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library tells the story of how a group of black men who were once considered of little value to the World War II war effort proved they could take down enemy … Read More

This virtual presentation of local author Richard Crowe reading from his book, A Giant Love Story: How the Tallest Couple in the World Met and Married, details the fascinating lives of the "Kentucky Giant" Martin Van Buren Bates (born in … Read More

Years after you're gone, a grandchild might have a scrapbook or a box of photos with names written on the back of a few, but will any of those tell your story? Will anyone know your thoughts, the lessons you've … Read More

A long time ago, in a faraway land, two brave villagers go on a daring journey to release the dragon and save their kingdom from the Evil Ice Sorceress. A wacky scientist interrupts this virtual show to explore dry ice, … Read More

Book Talks meetings are held every other Tuesday through Zoom. All members will receive an email with the link to join the meeting once they are signed up for the program. Two weeks prior to the meeting, Book Talk members … Read More

This presentation explores Lincoln's broad and complex relationship with Kentucky including his family, antebellum perspective, the Civil War, post-war memory in Kentucky, and modern efforts to preserve his legacy. This a virtual program done through Zoom by the Kentucky Lincoln … Read More

Rock like Leonardo in this innovative performance with Mr. Damon’s Shadow Puppet Theater. Learn about Leonardo da Vinci and the SCIENCE of LIGHT. Join Niccolo the knight and Incendio the dragon as they investigate SIMPLE MACHINES. Accompany the young Leonardo … Read More

The Teen Book Club meets on Zoom every other Friday at 4:30 to discuss the monthly book selection. February's book is "City of Bones" by Cassandra Clare. Zoom Meetings are February 5 & 19 at 4:30. March's book is "The … Read More

Fiddle music in America is as varied as its people. Every geographical area had tunes and styles that were unique to them, oftentimes based on those locales' immigrant influences. The same is true of Kentucky fiddling. There are many traditional … Read More

Ninety years ago, a plucky detective stepped out of her blue roadster and into the hearts of readers. The brainchild of publisher Edward Stratemeyer, Nancy Drew proved that a strong heroine with style and bravery could win huge popularity. Join … Read More