Upcoming Events

Calling all little campers! Join us for Happy Campers Baby Storytime, a fun-filled adventure designed just for babies and their caregivers. We'll gather to sing cheerful songs, enjoy engaging stories, learn simple rhymes, and explore through play.This cozy storytime helps build early literacy skills while encouraging movement, social interaction, and lots of smiles. It's the perfect way for your little one to discover the joy of books and make new friends along the way!

Pack your imagination and join us for Happy Campers Preschool Storytime! Little adventurers will enjoy a fun filled morning of lively songs, engaging stories, and a creative craft inspired by our camping theme.We'll sing, move, and explore through books as we discover the wonders of the great outdoors all from the comfort of the library! Then, young campers can put their creativity to work by making a special craft.This program is perfect for preschoolers who love stories, music, and hands-on fun while building early literacy and social skills.

Cardio Drumming is an invigorating, inclusive workout that people of all ages and fitness levels can enjoy. It’s a dynamic blend of drumming and cardio set to music, boosting heart rate, enhancing rhythm, building upper body strength, refining motor skills, and hand-eye coordination—all while torching calories. What's truly incredible is that you don't need drumming experience or even actual drums! Instead, we'll use stability balls, buckets, and drumsticks. Tristen Stansfield will be leading us in an energetic session of Cardio Drumming. Buckets and drumsticks will be provided, but attendees must bring their own stability ball.

Come and join Bayley Thompson every Thursday at 10:00 AM in the Carnegie Library Center for a rejuvenating Tai Chi experience. Tai Chi is a graceful form of exercise that can alleviate stress and various other health conditions, such as decreasing anxiety, elevating mood, and increasing muscle strength. Experience the graceful and soothing movements of Tai Chi and let it guide you towards enhancing your well-being.

Bagdad | The Whole ChildEveryone deserves access to the wonders of the library. The Shelby County Public Library Bookmobile Services makes that easier by bringing library resources, services and materials to convenient locations throughout the county.Visit our Bookmobile to:Sign up for a library cardBrowse our collection of large print, regular print, YA, and children's booksSpeak with a library associate for recommendations and reference servicesPlease note, the schedule is subject to change based on weather and other unforeseen factors. Please check the website and social media for updates.For more information or a complete schedule, please contact Outreach Services, Heather Williams, by emailing outreachservices@scplibrary.net or calling (502) 633-3803.

Welcome to the Slow Burn Book Club!If you love spice, suspense, and irresistible storytelling, this book club is for you! Together we’ll explore today’s most talked-about titles featuring popular tropes—from enemies-to-lovers and forbidden romance to unreliable narrators and shocking secrets. Expect engaging conversations that dig into every twist, turn, and tantalizing theme.We invite all members aged 18 and over to join us on the last Thursday of every month from 6:00–7:30 PM at the Carnegie Library Center.Master of Salt & Bones Keri LakeWhen I was a little girl, I dreamed a handsome knight would come and rescue me from my wretched mother. He'd ride up on his white steed and break the curse I've been fated to carry since the day I was born.Funny how things changed over time. How the fairy tale twisted into something far more crooked, darker than I ever imagined.In reality, my knight is scarred and broken, living alone in a castle of bones that overlooks the sea. He isn’t searching for me. He never was.Lucian Blackthorne is as cursed as I am, and equally shunned by the locals, the fishers of men, who believe him to be the devil in the flesh.Perhaps he is, with the way his amber eyes draw me in, ignite me like an infernal blaze. And the sins he whispers in my ear are as wickedly intoxicating as the man himself.Yet, his touch is heaven and his will is my weakness.He calls us forbidden, an unsalvageable tragedy, with no happy end. Maybe we are. But in this story, he’s the one who needs saving.

Join us for Yoga every Friday from 9:30 to 10:30, led by Bayley Thompson, a certified RYT-500 yoga instructor. This session features a traditional yoga flow that is slow and gentle. The Subtle Yoga style emphasizes wellness, resilience, and the regulation of the nervous system. Everyone is welcome to participate, though the ability to get down to and up from the floor is required.

Dive into the world of comics with Do Art Productions’ interactive Comic Book Workshop designed especially for teens! Participants will explore the unique visual language of comics—from expressive eyes and body posture to dynamic speech bubbles and panel layout—learning how storytelling and art work together to bring characters to life. Engagement is key in this hands-on session. Teens will try dynamic pose and drawing exercises featuring whimsical characters like juggling axolotls, flying giraffes, and dabbing pandas to loosen up creativity and build confidence. Using these playful creations, the group will collaborate to generate an original comic, combining imagination, teamwork, and artistic expression.No experience necessary—this workshop is welcoming to beginners and experienced artists alike. Teens will leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and a deeper appreciation for how fun and accessible cartooning can be. For ages 10-18Register Here

Drop in and play! Chess Hang Out is a casual, come-and-go program where kids can stop by during the scheduled time to enjoy friendly games with other young players. No instruction is provided—just a relaxed space to play, practice, and connect with fellow chess enthusiasts. All skill levels welcome!

Adventure awaits at the library! Little explorers are invited to search high and low on a fun-filled Wilderness Scavenger Hunt. Follow the clues, spot hidden forest friends, and discover nature-themed surprises tucked throughout the library.This playful activity is perfect for curious kids who love animals, the outdoors, and a good adventure. Grab your explorer eyes and get ready to hunt, discover, and have a wild time!