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Summer Reading Program (ages 6-12)
2023-07-18 14:00 - 15:00, 2023-07-25 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Our Summer Reading Program begins June 6!
At Pike County Public Library (Lee Avenue), Belfry Library, and Elkhorn City Library, programs for ages 6-12 are held every Tuesday at 2:00; all ages are Thursdays at varying times (see event pages for more details); and Summer Story Times for ages 5 & under are Fridays at 11:00.
Teen programs are held Wednesdays at 4:00 at the Pike County Public Library (Lee Avenue) location. There is also one Saturday program a month for teens.
At the Vesta Roberts Johnson Memorial Library, weekly programs for all ages are Thursdays at 1:00 (some special events have different times).
The Phelps Library will remain drive-thru only during the month of June, and Summer Reading programs are scheduled to begin in July.
All library branches can sign up online at: http://informationplace.org/srp/registration

Summer Camp Adventure
2023-07-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Beware of bears! On July 18th, embark on a fun summer camp adventure! Enjoy summer camp-style crafts and activities. This program will be held at the Pike County Public Library (Lee Avenue), Elkhorn City Public Library, and Belfry Public Library on July 18th at 2:00. Ages 6-12

Book Talks Book Club
2023-07-18 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-08-01 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-08-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Every Other Tuesday at 5pm-6pm

Summer Reading Program Teens
2023-07-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-07-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States

Adult Literacy Class
2023-07-19 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-07-26 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-08-02 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-08-09 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-08-16 09:00 - 10:00 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Every Wednesdays 9:00am to 10:00am

Basic Computer Skills
2023-07-19 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-07-26 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-08-02 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-08-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Every Wednesday 10:30 to 11:30am

Whispers in the Castle Teen Program
2023-07-19 16:00 - 17:30 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Write notes of affirmation for others to find, and work on “reading shields” at this program for ages 12-18 at the Pike County Public Library (Lee Avenue) on July 19 at 4:00. No registration required.

Rainbow Art Program
2023-07-20 10:30 - 18:30 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Learn about the color wheel, how rainbows are formed, and create a coffee filter rainbow with our friends at the Pike County Extension Office! The Rainbow Art Program is for all ages and no registration is required. It will be held on Thursday, July 20th at the following times:
10:30 Elkhorn City Public Library
1:00 Pike County Public Library (Lee Ave)
3:30 Belfry Public Library
5:30 Phelps Public Library

Story Time class
2023-07-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
For June and July, there will be one “all ages” Story Time class (ages 5 and under) every Friday at 11:00 at Pike County Public Library (Lee Ave), Elkhorn City Public Library, and Belfry Public Library. Begins June 9!
Vesta Roberts Johnson Memorial Library will have a children’s program every Thursday at 1:00, and Phelps Public Library is currently closed for remodeling.

Genealogy Group
2023-07-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Pike County Public Library’s Genealogy Group meets the 1st & 3rd Friday of each month to share family history and family trees, photographs, and research.
Meetings are held from 3:00-5:00 in the Genealogy Room (second floor) of the Lee Avenue library.
For more information, please contact Charlene at charlene@pikelibrary.org

Teen Program: Storming the Castle
2023-07-22 15:00 - 17:30 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Split into teams: one team will construct a table-top castle wall while the other builds a catapult. Will the castle withstand? This teen program will be held at the Pike County Public Library (Lee Avenue) on July 22nd at 3:00. No registration required.

Bubble Bash
2023-07-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Cool off with bubble and water outdoor fun for all ages! Make bubbles, enjoy the bubble machine, create huge bubbles with hula loops or large wands, and play with water squirters and water balloons! This program will be held outdoors at the Pike County Public Library (Lee Avenue), Elkhorn City Park, and Belfry Public Library on July 25th at 2:00. In the event of bad weather, this event may be postponed.

3D Printing Boot Camp for Kids (Ages 7-12)
2023-07-25 15:00 - 2023-07-27 17:00 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Are you a creative type who is curious about the world of 3D printing? Come and learn how to design your own 3D models and print them out on our JellyBOX2 printer!
3D Printing Boot Camp for Kids (ages 7-12) will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00-5:00 on July 25-July 27 at the Pike County Public Library (Lee Avenue). Space is limited and registration is required; please call the library at 606-437-6001 to sign up.

Medieval Tournament (Teen Program)
2023-07-26 16:00 - 17:30 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Join us for a Medieval Tournament (sword fighting, bolas toss, javelin throw) to knight a champion at the Pike County Public Library (Lee Avenue) on July 26 at 4:00. This program is for teens (ages 12-18) and no registration is required.

Friendship Adventure Puppet Show
2023-07-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Sam the Turtle, Mr. Barry and Hyena the Chicken are three friends working together for laughs. BIG LAUGHS! Their adventure includes magic, puppets and funny stuff. With all these guys in one van, they are learning about kindness, compassion and loud snoring. No pickles please!
This program will be held on July 27 at the following locations:
10:00 – Phelps Public Library
12:30 – Belfry Public Library
3:00 – Pike County Public Library (Lee Avenue)
5:00 – Elkhorn City Public Library Library
No registration required.

Backpack Giveaway at Grace Community Kitchen
2023-08-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Grace Community Kitchen, 115 Wolford Street, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
Free backpack, school supplies, and haircuts for the community will be held at Grace Community Kitchen on Thursday, August 3rd from 11:00-1:00. Lunch will also be served! No registration required.
Grace Community Kitchen is located at 115 Wolford Street in Pikeville.

Success Habits
2023-08-08 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-08-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Pike County Public Library, 126 Lee Avenue, Pikeville, KY, 41501, United States
If you want to be successful, you need to do what successful people do. These are the skills and habits that Coach Cox, a veteran college football coach, teaches to students all over the country. If you are a high school student, college student, or if you are interested in learning the secrets to success, please join us for a free four week session called “Success Habits.”
Success Habits will be held at the Pike County Public Library (Lee Avenue) every Tuesday at 5:30 on August 8-August 29. To register, please call the library at 606-437-6001.
Learn more about Coach Cox’s program here: https://www.1of1lifeskills.com/
