Living History at Your Library: Abraham Lincoln

Watch history come alive tomorrow evening at 6 PM!

Born on a farm in what is now Larue County, Kentucky, Abraham Lincoln spent his early years in the Commonwealth. His family moved to Indiana when he was 7. With his brilliance and burning political ambition carried him to the presidency and to greatness, Lincoln always maintained connections with his native state.

Free and open to the public.

Presented by Kentucky Chautauqua.

Programs until the end of the year

Think we're done with big programs after Fantober? Think again!

In addition to our regular programs, we have plans for the rest of November and December. Check out our website for more information on the individual programs, but here are some of what lies ahead:

November stars a most beloved president on Thursday, November 21 at 6 PM. Come watch Abraham Lincoln talk about his connections to the state of Kentucky that endured throughout his life. We're also starting our Journey to Jedi reading program the week of Thanksgiving.

In December, we are of course celebrating Star Wars in the lead up to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. What else could you expect from the library that brings you Star Wars Reads Day annually? But keep an eye on this space for something big unrelated to Star Wars.

Army Fantober!

Army Fantober has begun!

Throughout the month of October, almost 20 installations across the world will be offering pop culture themed programs reflecting their communities' interests. It all started when the Fort Knox and Fort Bliss libraries began brainstorming on how to offer a comic-con across multiple installations simultaneously. Fantober is a month of pop culture because a day is not enough for our Soldiers, Families, and the extended military community.

Here at Barr Library, we have partnered with other on and off post entities to offer over 30 different experiences from just as many fandoms. We have programs for fans of superheroes, Harry Potter, classic and modern literature, cooking shows, and so much more.

Check out the Knox Life magazine to find out about what's going on through the month on post!
https://knox.armymwr.com/promos/knox-life-magazine

Youth spaces renovation at Barr Library

If you've walked in through our doors this week, you probably noticed our current renovation project.

Area 51 is no more. The comic book entryway has been removed. New paint is already brightening the space. The carpet will be replaced shortly. We'll be adding a new entryway within the next few weeks.

After the new Teen Corner is finished, we'll start on the Reading Rainforest. Big changes will be coming there, too! A complete refit of the space means new paint, new carpet, and a new theme.

We hope you'll enjoy our redesigned youth spaces as much as we will!

Introducing our new collection! ¡Presentamos nuestra nueva colección!

We now have a very small collection of Spanish-language books! We have both Fiction and Nonfiction material. Come take a look. Check them out!


¡Ahora tenemos una colección muy pequeña de libros en español! Tenemos material de ficción y no ficción. Ven a echar un vistazo. ¡Míralos!

Living History at Your Library: Aunt Molly Jackson

Feisty, funny, and completely fearless, Aunt Molly Jackson lived for nearly 50 years in the coal camps of southeastern Kentucky, where her father, brothers, husband, and sons were miners. In the camps, Aunt Molly delivered babies, nursed the sick, and wrote and sang songs about the miner's lives. Aunt Molly's songs, her eloquence, and her intimate knowledge of the live in the camps impressed Theodore Dreiser and his committee of writers when they visited Kentucky in 1931. Dreiser encouraged Aunt Molly to move to New York City, where her heartfelt songs and lively stories made her a popular and well-known spokesperson for the Kentucky miners. Today, Aunt Molly's songs and stories take us back to the eastern and western Kentucky coalfields of the early 20th century.

This event is free and open to the public. It occurs on Thursday, August 29 at 6 PM.

This program was funded in part by Kentucky Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Programs 8/12-8/17

Tinkering Toddlers
Monday, August 12 @ 11 AM

Little makers are invited to explore the MakerSpace with age appropriate activities and toys. For toddlers ages newborn to 5 years.


Story Hour
Tuesday, August 13 @ 10 AM

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


Afternoon Story Hour
Tuesday, August 13 @ 1 PM

Join us for stories, songs, and more for ages 3-5.


Authors at Your Library: Joshilyn Jackson
Tuesday, August 13 @ 12 PM

New York Times bestselling novelist Joshilyn Jackson discusses and signs 'Never Have I Ever.' Jackson is the author of eight novels including 'The Opposite of Everyone' and 'gods in Alabama,' which won the Southern Independent Bookseller Alliance's novel of the year. She has four times been a #1 Book Sense Pick, twice named Georgia Author of the Year, and four times been shortlisted for the Townsend Prize.

Copies of 'Never Have I Ever' will be available for purchase.

The event is free and open to the public.


Watercolor Workshop
Wednesday, August 14 @ 10 AM

Learn the basic techniques of watercolor painting while creating an artwork with two point perspective.

Materials will be provided. Ages 13+. Registration required.


Crafternoon
Wednesday, August 14 @ 3:30 PM


Come craft with us! Ages 7-11.


Tinker Time
Thursday, August 15 @ 3 PM

Ages 5+ explore our MakerSpace.


My MakerSpace Open Lab
Saturday, August 17 @ 2 PM

Come explore our MakerSpace! We have 3-D printers and so much more. All ages welcome.

Back to school? We can help!

School's back in session, it seems that autumn might be around the corner, and it's time to fall into a good book, movie, video game.... and homework.

Do your kids need a place to study away from home? We have tables, power outlets, and study cubicles. Do they need help researching an assignment? Ask a librarian! Want access to Tutor.com? Set up an online account with us.

Would you like us to help finding books to assist with your homeschooling? Let us help you. Need a place for your homeschool group to meet? Ask about our meeting room.

Need more in-depth research, peer-reviewed articles, and items we don't own? We can help with that. Set up a reference interview with a librarian, ask us about our online databases, or ask about our InterLibrary Loan policy.

We are here to assist with your information needs!

Introducing our newest collection: Switch Games!

We now have Nintendo Switch games available for checkout.

They can be found in the main room of the library in the video game section. Patrons can take up to five games for a week at a time.

Please feel to browse and take some home today!

We're almost at the end of Summer Reading!

Wow, it's been a jam-packed Summer Reading!

We've had some wonderful shows by terrific performers, made slime, chased zombies around the library, and so much more. We're so please with all the completed logs we've received; you all have read so much. It's awesome.

"It's Showtime at Your Library" concludes this Saturday, July 20. Our carnival will have games, snacks, and bouncy houses. It runs from 10 AM - 1 PM. Our grand prize winners will be announced at 1 PM.

We hope to see you there!

Program 7/8-7/13

Tinkering Toddlers
Monday, July 8 @ 11 AM

Little makers are invited to explore the MakerSpace with age appropriate activities and toys. For toddlers ages newborn to 5 years.



Story Hour
Tuesday, May 14 @ 10 AM

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


Afternoon Story Hour
Tuesday, May 14 @ 1 PM

Join us for stories, songs, and more for ages 3-5.


Madcap Puppets: The Wizard of Oz
Wednesday, July 10 @10 AM

Madcap Puppets brings this epic adventure to life in this enchanting, family-friendly classic. The performance will be held at the Eastman Park Amphitheater.

This event is presented as part of the 2019 Summer Reading Program.


Crafternoon
Wednesday, July 10 @ 3:30 PM

Come craft with us! Ages 7-11.


Minecraft Club
Thursday, July 11 @ 3 PM

Join our Minecraft Club and complete the monthly challenge. Registration per meeting required. Ages 8-12.


Photography 101 for Kids!
Friday, July 12 @ 10 AM

Learn the basics of photography from professional photographer Catrina Monsod. Bring your own camera or device. Ages 8-11.

Class consists of one hour classroom time and one half hour of practical practice.


After Hours Teen Zombie Apocalypse
Friday, July 12 @ 5:30 PM

Did you know zombies come out after Barr Library closes? Well, for one night they will. Choose to become a Human and race against the clock (and the Zombies) to find an antidote to the Rickman virus. Choose to become a Zombie and turn as many Humans as you can. Pizza party after gameplay is concluded. Ages 12-17.

Registration and permission slip are required by Thursday, July 11 at 7:30 PM. Walk-ins may be permitted as space allows. Arrive at 5:15 through the MakerSpace. The game starts promptly at 5:30. Participants must be picked up by 7:30 PM.

Barr Memorial Library Hours for July 4th

Barr Memorial Library will be open Thursday, July 4 from 9 AM - 5 PM.

We hope everyone has a safe and happy Fourth of July!

Summer Reading underway!

Our Summer Reading program "It's Showtime at Your Library!" is underway!

Our kids program is for birth to eleven. Read 12 hours, turn in a reading log, and get a prize. Children can turn in as many logs as they want. Each log turned in gives another chance at the weekly and grand prize drawings. We have weekly programs at Eastman Park and other scattered throughout the weeks of summer reading.

Our teen program is for twelve to seventeen. Teens can read five books, attend five programs, or a mix of the two. Teens can complete as many logs as they wish; each log gives another chance at winning the weekly and grand prize drawings.

Come in and pick up reading logs today!

Authors at Your Library: Jack Ford

Emmy and Peabody Award-winning journalist Jack Ford discusses and signs Chariots on the Mountain, his novel based on little-known true events, recreating a treacherous journey toward freedom two decades before the Civil War. The novel is a testament to determination, friendship, and courage.

Ford is a television journalist, having worked as an anchor/correspondent for Court TV, NBC News, ABC News, and CBS News. He has received two Emmy Awards, a Peabody Award, and an American Radio and Television Award.

Programs 5/19 - 5/25

Movie Monday
Monday, May 20 @ 3:30 PM

Come watch a family movie with us!


Story Hour
Tuesday, May 21 @ 10 AM

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


Afternoon Story Hour
Tuesday, May 21 @ 1 PM

Join us for stories, songs, and more for ages 3-5.


Authors at Your Library: Jack Ford
Wednesday, May 22 @ 12 PM

Emmy and Peabody Award-winning journalist Jack Ford discusses and signs "Chariot on the Mountain," his novel based on little-known true events, recreating a treacherous journey toward freedom two decades before the Civil War. The novel is a testament to determination, friendship, and courage.

Ford is a television journalist, having worked as an anchor/correspondent for Court TV, ABC News, NBC News, and CBS News. He has received two Emmy Awards, a Peabody Award, and an American Radio and Television Award.

This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase.

Programs 5/12-5/18

Tinkering Toddlers
Monday, May 13 @ 11 AM

Little makers are invited to explore the MakerSpace with age appropriate activities and toys. For toddlers ages newborn to 5 years.



Story Hour
Tuesday, May 14 @ 10 AM

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


Afternoon Story Hour
Tuesday, May 14 @ 1 PM

Join us for stories, songs, and more for ages 3-5.


Watercolor Workshop
Wednesday, May 15 @ 5 PM

Learn how to paint with watercolors. Ages 13+. Registration required.


Tinker Time
Thursday, May 16 @ 3 PM

Explore our MakerSpace. Ages 5+


My MakerSpace Open Lab
Saturday, May 18 @ 2 PM

Explore our MakerSpace. All ages welcome.

Used Book Sale

Mark your calendars! The library’s annual book sale starts this Thursday, May 9 at 4:00 PM. The sale will include hundreds of previously used books as well as many in like-new condition. From children’s board books and picture books to teen and adult fiction and non-fiction, there is something for every age group. A variety of media items including DVDs and audiobooks will be available as well.

Dates:

Thursday, May 9: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Friday, May 10: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Saturday, May 11: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

We’ll see you there!

Programs 5/5/19 - 5/11/19

Story Hour
Tuesday, May 7 @ 10 AM

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


Afternoon Story Hour
Tuesday, May 7 @ 1 PM

Join us for stories, songs, and more for ages 3-5.


Sewing 101
Tuesday, May 7 @ 5:30 PM

Learn how to sew a zipper by making a zippered bag. Ages 12+. Registration required.


Crafternoon
Wednesday, May 8 @ 3:30 PM

Come craft with us! Ages 8+


Minecraft Club
Thursday, May 9 @ 3 PM

Build projects and have fun! Ages 8-12. Registration required.


Teen Book Tasting
Saturday, May 11 @ 2 PM

Teens, come check out some books! Intended for ages 12-18.


Used Book Sale
Thursday, May 9 @ 4-7 PM
Friday, May 10 @ 9 AM - 2 PM
Saturday, May 11 @ 9 AM - 2 PM

Buy books, movies, and more! All proceeds benefit the library.

Library Renovation Update

We're approaching the end of our renovation!

Our new computer area is all set up and already in use. The new carpet has been laid and the walls are freshly painted. We have new shelving for our New Books.

Come check it out!

Programs Week 4/28 - 5/4

Story Hour
Tuesday, April 30 @ 10 AM

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


Afternoon Story Hour
Tuesday, April 30 @ 1 PM

Join us for stories, songs, and more for ages 3-5.


Lunch Bunch Book Discussion
Wednesday, May 1 @ 11 AM

Join us as we discuss Jack Ford's novel "Chariot on the Mountain."


Kindness Rocks!
Thursday, May 2 @ 2:30 PM

Spread kindness and inspiration by painting something nice on a rock, then leave it where a stranger can find it. We provide the materials. You provide the inspiration. Ages 11-18.


My MakerSpace Open Lab
Friday, May 3 @ 11:30 AM

Come explore our MakerSpace! Ages 0-999.


Puppy Tales
Saturday, May 4 @ 1 PM

Come read to our certified therapy dogs!

Programs 3/21 - 3/27

Story Hour
Tuesday, April 23 @ 10 AM

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


Afternoon Story Hour
Tuesday, April 23 @ 1 PM

Join us for stories, songs, and more for ages 3-5.


Blackout Poetry
Tuesday, April 23 @ 5:30 PM

Write your own blackout poem! Intended for ages 8+

Blackout Poetry is created by blacking out portions of text on a page while leaving out the words you want to use to create your poem.

Programs 4/14 - 4/20

Story Hour
Tuesday, April 16 @ 10 AM

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


Afternoon Story Hour
Tuesday, April 16 @ 1 PM

Join us for stories, songs, and more for ages 3-5.


Tinker Time
Thursday, April 18 @ 3 PM

Come explore our MakerSpace with age-appropriate tinkering. Ages 5+


My MakerSpace Open Lab
Saturday, April 20 @ 2 PM

Explore our MakerSpace and all its cool stuff. All ages.

It's National Library Week!

Libraries = Strong Communities

Here at Fort Knox's Barr Memorial Library, that's what we aim to be for our military community.

Not only do we offer programs for all ages, we also provide physical and electronic resources to our patrons, whether Soldier, Retiree, or DOD Civilian. We have books, movies, video games, study guides, and so much more. Our MakerSpace is open for all ages during Open Lab time and during programs for various age groups. Our computer lab and main floor are undergoing renovations to better serve our patrons and their needs. All of our programs and resources are provided for free.

We are here to serve those who serve. On post, deployed, or online, we are here for you.

Programs Week 4/7-4/13

Tinkering Toddlers
Monday, April 8 @ 11 AM

Little makers are invited to explore the MakerSpace with age appropriate activities and toys. For toddlers ages newborn to 5 years.



Story Hour
Tuesday, April 9 @ 10 AM

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


Afternoon Story Hour
Tuesday, April 9 @ 1 PM

Join us for stories, songs, and more for ages 3-5.



Sewing 101: Essentials of Hand Sewing
Tuesday, April 9 @ 5:30 PM

Learn some basic hand sewing skills. All supplies provided. 
Ages 12+. Registration required.



Watercolor Workshop 
Wednesday, April 10 @ 10 AM

Create a watercolor painting of a doorway. Materials will be provided. 
For ages 13+. Registration required.



Crafternoon
Wednesday, April 10 @ 3:30 PM

Let your kids get crafty! For ages 8-12.



Authors at Your Library: Robert Brooks
Thursday, April 11 @ 12 PM

Local author Robert Brooks will discuss and sign From the Frozen Chosin to Churchill, the biography of CSM Ray Hooker Cottrell. This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase.



Minecraft Club
Thursday, April 11 @ 3 PM

Join us for our monthly meeting as we issues challenges and lets kids build. 
Ages 8-12. Registration required.