Meet KY authors this Saturday at the Gathering of Authors!

The Gathering of Authors is this Saturday!
We're excited to host the tenth annual Gathering of Authors (yes, ten years!), a celebration of Kentucky’s rich literary tradition where we host writers from across the Bluegrass.

But the Gathering isn’t just about the authors… it’s about you, the readers! This event is an excellent opportunity to meet some of your favorite Kentucky authors in a casual atmosphere. You can stop by, chat with this year’s participants, and pick up their newest releases which they will have available for sale. You can even get your books signed!

This year’s Gathering of Authors will take place on Saturday, August 19, from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Woman’s Club of Frankfort (200 Washington Street). Let us know you're coming!

The Gathering of Authors: Meet authors from across the Bluegrass!

Face Babies
Tuesday, August 15, at 11:00am
Babies (ages 0-24 months), make a silly face at the Library at this emotions and face-making storytime!

I Can Do It By Myself
Thursday, August 17, at 11:30am
Preschoolers, ages 4-5, read about and practice life skills--zipping, buttoning, and snapping!

STEAM Club: There Goes the Sun
For Grades K-2:
Thursday, August 17, at 4:30pm
For Grades 3-5 (waiting list):
Thursday, August 17, at 5:30pm
What causes a solar eclipse? Where does the sun go? Please register each child under the appropriate time slot for their grade.

Beach Party
Tuesday, August 22, at 5:30pm
Wednesday, August 23, at 10:00am
Toddlers, ages 2-3, join us for beach fun without all the sand!

Jigglers!
Thursday, August 24, at 11:30am
Preschoolers (ages 4-5), create some jigglers while having fun at the Library!

Make and Take Craft
Tuesday, August 15, at 6:30pm
Families with kids of all ages, come and create! Registration is not required.

Family LEGO Night
Thursday, August 24, at 6:30pm
Join us for some Lego fun for the entire family.

Milestones & Meltdowns
Wednesday, August 16, at 11:00am
Wednesday, August 23, at 11:00am
A parenting group for anyone with a child from birth to age 3.

KY Book Group
Thursday, August 17, at 6:30pm
We will discuss My Father, Daniel Boone edited by Neal O. Hammon.

Gathering of Authors
Saturday, August 19,
at 10:00am-2:00pm

NASA Livestream: Solar Eclipse
Monday, August 21 TBA
Drop in and join us during NASA’s full live coverage of this rare event with observations from sites all over the country including airplanes, ground telescopes, and even high altitude balloons.

PSPL at the Movies: 2001 A Space Odyssey
Monday, August 21, at 6:30pm

Genealogy Conversations
Tuesday, August 22, at 5:30pm
Come talk about what you’re currently working on, your successes, and your brick walls. We want you to share it! Unlike a traditional class, this will be a give-and-take discussion.

Breakfast with a Book
Saturday, August 26, at 9:30am
We will discuss Killing Jesus by Bill O’Reilly.

Mystery Book Group
Monday, August 28, at 7:00pm
We will discuss Defending Jacob by William Landay.

Anime and Manga Club
Thursday, August 24, at 4:30pm
Calling all anime and manga lovers in grades 6-12! We will be creating original characters through a character sketch.

TAG Meeting
Friday, August 25, at 4:30pm
Help contribute and lead with the Teen Advisory Group at Paul Sawyier Public Library.

Vision Boards
Monday, August 28, at 6:30pm
What are your dreams and hopes for the future? Teens in grades 6-12, create a vision board to express your goals.