Lexington Public Library Foundation

09/16/2026

For a child, a good book opens doors far beyond the page. 📖

We were proud to see one of our children's librarians,Margaret Bayma, featured by LEX18 talking about why early reading matters so much. As she shares, books help kids build empathy and cognitive skills, and the time spent reading together strengthens the bond between caregiver and child.

Have a young reader at home? Our storytimes, shelves, and programs are free and open to every family in Lexington.

Read the full story here: https://www.lex18.com/news/covering-kentucky/books-build-more-than-reading-skills-lexington-childrens-librarian-says?fbclid=IwY2xjawUPhjBwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVZ1ZHFOOXRTOG40RTdzYkVzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeZMBKgYrXv1tft9mVYFQRfTC9gNqjcnrkgF83RecWD0K3x77ilodruUW7nIw_aem_g-t5Lvm-rauefmgmSUNxrA

For a child, a book can be a doorway to new places, new ideas and experiences they may not encounter in their everyday lives.

09/14/2026

Looking for an easy and free way to support your library?

Lexington Public Library is featured in Target Circle™, and your vote helps direct Target funds toward the free resources and spaces our community relies on every day.

Voting closes September 30, so there's still time to make your voice count.

Here's how:
Step 1: Choose "My Target" in the Target app, or visit https://www.target.com/circle/community-voting in your browser.
Step 2: Tap "Cast votes."
Step 3: Find us and vote.

Thank you for supporting your library.

08/26/2026

Lexington Public Library is excited to be one of just 20 public libraries nationwide to host Pulitzer on the Road, a traveling exhibition produced by The Pulitzer Prizes in partnership with the American Library Association.

Discover powerful stories, award-winning journalism, unforgettable images, and creative works that have captured history, American life, and the world around us.

Exhibit and programs coming November 2027!

08/17/2026

This summer, "Whistler" was one of the most checked-out books at our library — a testament to just how many readers here love Ann Patchett's work.
We're thrilled to be welcoming her in person on February 18th, 2027. Tickets are going fast, so grab yours before they're gone! 🎟️
https://lexpublib.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F45674

The results are in...we tallied up the most checked-out books of Summer 2026! 📚

Was your guess right? Stay tuned for top checkouts for teens and children!

08/14/2026

We loved seeing Blue Grass Airport bring people together at the library for its 2026 Industry Day.

The library is such an important community asset — a place for reading and learning, but also a place where organizations, businesses, and neighbors can gather, connect, and share ideas.

We’re proud to support a space that serves our community in so many ways.

07/28/2026

An Evening with Ann Patchett is one you won't want to miss. Join us on February 18, 2027 this special event celebrating storytelling, conversation, and community.

From her unforgettable novels to her thoughtful perspective on writing and life, Ann Patchett has inspired readers everywhere. This is your chance to hear from her in person and share the experience with fellow book lovers and library supporters.

It’s more than an author event. It’s a chance to come together around stories that connect us.

Have you grabbed your ticket yet? 🎟️ https://heyor.ca/sX6F6E

07/21/2026

Don’t wait—tickets are selling fast for An Evening with Ann Patchett ⏳📚

Join us on February 18, 2027 for a special evening with Ann Patchett.
Hear from one of today’s most celebrated authors, connect with fellow book lovers, and be part of an event that helps support the library’s future.Seats are limited, and this is a night you won’t want to miss.

🎟️ Secure your tickets now: https://heyor.ca/sX6F6E

07/16/2026

Big welcome to the newest members of the Lexington Public Library Foundation Board! 📚

At our heart, the Foundation exists to support our library and help it do even more for the people it serves—the curious kid, the lifelong learner, the neighbor who just needs a quiet place to think. Our new board members share that belief, and their leadership will help us keep expanding what's possible for our libraries across Lexington.

Please join us in giving Beth Phillips, Bailey Shier, Phil Jun, and Laura Eaves a warm welcome!

07/14/2026

Don’t miss your chance to see Ann Patchett in person. 📚
Tickets are available now for An Evening with Ann Patchett on February 18, 2027.

Join us for a special night to:
📖 Hear Ann Patchett speak about her work, writing life, and the power of storytelling
🤝 Connect with fellow book lovers, library supporters, and community members
💡 Learn how you can help support the library’s future through the 1795 Society, a leadership giving community committed to strengthening the Lexington Public Library for generations to come

For everyone who values literature, community, and the library’s mission, this evening is a meaningful opportunity to come together in support of all three.

🎟️ Secure your tickets today: https://heyor.ca/sX6F6E

07/10/2026

A strong future for Lexington starts with lifelong learning.

In this video, Herb Miller, a founding member of the 1795 Society, shares why leadership support for the Library matters.The 1795 Society helps strengthen the Library Foundation’s work by investing in:
📚 Innovation in literacy & education enhancing accessible
🏦 Inviting spaces fostering
🤝 New, vibrant connections

That same spirit is behind An Evening with Ann Patchett on February 18, 2027. This special event is a chance to celebrate the power of books, support the Library Foundation, and learn more about how the 1795 Society is helping shape the Library’s future.

Learn more about the 1795 Society and get your tickets today: https://heyor.ca/sX6F6E