Barr Memorial Library Holiday Hours

Dec. 22-23: 9 AM - 5 PM
Dec. 24-25: CLOSED
Dec. 26-30: 9 AM - 5 PM
Dec. 31- Jan. 1: CLOSED

Normal hours will resume Tuesday, January 2, 2018.

 

Library Programs this week!

Movie Monday: Elf
December 18
Monday
3:30 PM

Come join us for this holiday favorite! Popcorn provided.

Story Hour
December 19
Tuesday
10 AM

Join us weekly for stories, finger plays, songs and learning centers for ages infant through preschool.

Tinker Time
December 21
Thursday
3 PM

Join us at the Barr Library MakerSpace for monthly STEM tinkering time with magnets, LEGO Bricks, gears and more. For ages 5+.

Temporary Hours for Friday, December 15

Barr Memorial Library has temporary hours on Friday, December 15, due to a closure in the middle of the day.

Our hours on Friday will be as follows:
9 - 10:30 AM: Open
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM: Closed
3:30 PM - 5 PM: Open

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for understanding.

Programs this week!

Tinkering Toddlers
Monday
December 11
11 AM

Little makers are invited to explore the MakerSpace with age approproate activities and toys. From birth to five years.


Story Hour
Tuesday
December 12
10 AM

Join us weekly for stories, finger plays, songs, and learning centers for ages infant through pre-school.


Sewing 101: Fleece Scarf
Tuesday
December 12
5:30 PM

Need a last minute holiday gift? Want to create a handmade present? Then come make a fleece scarf with us.

All materials provided; no experience necessary. Ages 13+.


Crafternoon
Wednesday
December 13
3:30 PM

Let your kids get creative at Crafternoon with a holiday-themed project. For ages 8-12.


My MakerSpace Open Lab
Saturday
December 16
2 PM

Drop in to take advantage of our creation stations, tools, and technology. Open to all ages.

100th Author at Your Library - James Rollins Event Information

Event Information

When: Saturday, December 9 at 1 PM
Where: Barr Memorial Library on Fort Knox, KY
Cost: Free!

This event is open to the public.


Event Description

We are celebrating our 100th Authors At Your Library event at Barr Library with James Rollins!

James Rollins discusses and signs The Demon Crown. Rollins is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of international thrillers, translated into more than forty languages. His Sigma series has been lauded as one of the "top crowd pleasers" (New York Times) and one of the "hottest summer reads" (People Magazine). Rollins unveils unseen worlds, scientific breakthroughs, and historical secrets--and he does it all at breakneck speed and with stunning insight.

Copies of the author's book will be available for sale at this event.

A limited number of complementary copies of The Demon Crown will be available to Active Duty Soldiers and Retirees presenting his/her ID card.

Limited seating will be available, so arrive early to find a spot. We will have room for all comers.

This event is sponsored by Fort Knox Federal Credit Union.


VIP Book Signing Package

If you've entered to win the VIP Book Signing Package with James Rollins this Saturday Dec 9 by reserving your seat early, we ask that you arrive at the library and take a seat in the meeting room no later than 12:40 PM to secure your spot. Any seats not filled at this time will be opened to the public.

Thank you!


Promotions

Win a Dell Laptop Computer!

Enter for a chance to win a Dell laptop*.

Obtain a raffle ticket upon entry to this event. Return the ticket to Library staff at the end of the event. James Rollins will draw the winning ticket. One laptop entry per person. Must get ticket at the beginning of the event and be present at the drawing to win.

*Laptop is sponsored by Allan Francis Speaks, LLC


Contact Info

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 502-624-1232.


We look forward to seeing everyone at Barr Memorial Library this Saturday!

 

Are you ready for next weeks events?

We have some amazing events and a special author visit next week! Are you planning on coming to any?

Button Palooza
Monday
December 4
4 PM

Make yourself festive by designing your own flair, ornaments, key chains, and more!

 

 
Story Hour
Tuesday
December 5
10 AM

Join us weekly for stories, finger plays, songs, and learning centers for ages infant through preschool.

Hour of Code
Tuesday
December 5
4 PM

Interested in learning to code? Then come in to practice your skills both on and off the computer.

For ages 8+.

Sensory Story Hour
Wednesday
December 6
10 AM

A special story time for children who are sensitive to sensory overload, struggle in large groups or are on the autism spectrum.

Space is limited to 10 children. Parent participation is required.

Lunch Bunch Book Discussion: The Christmas Train
Wednesday
December 6
11 AM

Lunch Bunch Book Discussion Group meets to discuss The Christmas Train by David Baldacci.

100th Author at Your Library: James Rollins
Saturday
December 9
1 PM

James Rollins discusses and signs The Demon Crown. Rollins is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of international thrillers, translated into more than forty languages. His Sigma series has been lauded as one of the "top crowd pleasers" (New York Times) and one of the "hottest summer reads" (People Magazine). Rollins unveils unseen worlds, scientific breakthroughs, and historical secrets--and he does it all at breakneck speed and with stunning insight.

Copies of the author's book will be available for sale at this event.

A limited number of complementary copies of The Demon Crown will be available to Active Duty Soldiers and Retirees presenting his/her ID card.

This event is sponsored by Fort Knox Federal Credit Union.