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Read A Galaxy of Stories with us this summer! The reading program runs May 27 to July 31 and is open to all ages. Every hour of reading or library program attended (up to 4) will enter participants into a final prize drawing for their age category (ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-18, or 19+).… 
This summer, we're giving away special library trading cards designed by Owensboro's talented teen artists! A different limited-edition trading card will be released each week. Stop by the second-floor desk this summer to collect all nine! 
Our readers are out of this world! Celebrate Summer Reading by decorating a spaceship or UFO to be added to our galaxy display in the Children’s Area. 
Cool off this summer with an ice cream wind chime! For teens ages 13-18. |
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Jon us as local crime aficionado, Penny Tomes Howell, discusses the cold case murder of Terri Howell.
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For children ages 7-12: Can you identify tasty treats the way astronauts do in space? In this taste test challenge, kids will sample a variety of freeze-dried snacks and try to guess what the original food was before it was freeze-dried. The person with the most correct answers will receive a special astronaut-style treat.Registration is… |
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Join us as we learn all about herbs with the Owensboro Herb Society! |
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Recommended for ages 6-12 and their families: Join Mr. Bond and the Science Guys in an interactive adventure as we travel from outer space inward, to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible! Journey to the center of our planet through interactive elements that explore planetary motion, the elements, changes over time,… more: Journey to the Center of the Earth with The Science Guys!
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Recommended for ages 6-12 and their families: Join Mr. Bond and the Science Guys in an interactive adventure as we travel from outer space inward, to learn about the conditions that make life on Earth possible! Journey to the center of our planet through interactive elements that explore planetary motion, the elements, changes over time,… more: Journey to the Center of the Earth with The Science Guys! |
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Hop on over to the Botanical Gardens for DCPL’s First Saturday to learn all about Grasshoppers. We’ll have a special storytime, go on a hunt for our six legged-friends, and… |
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Waldo is hiding somewhere in the Children's Area — can you spot him?How to Play:- Search high and low to find Waldo.- No hints will be given, and remember — don’t tell others where he’s hiding!- Once you find him, tell the librarian at the desk to claim a small prize.Happy hunting and good luck!
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Graham Temple is a Health Benefit Assister with Audubon Area Community and will be available to answer questions and schedule appointments for a later date.Health Benefit Assisters are trained and certified to help you enroll in Medicaid through benefind.com or enroll in insurance plans at healthcare.gov. Health Benefit Assisters maintain expertise in eligibility, enrollment, program… |
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Join Jan Young, a certified senior fitness instructor, as she leads you through strength training exercises.This class will focus on 3 components- strength training with weights, balance exercises, and stretching. Jan will incorporate upper and lower body strength, correct core positioning when working your abdominals, strengthening your major muscle groups, balance exercises, and more! Please… |
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Parents and caregivers of toddlers (12-36 months) are encouraged to spend quality time together while we learn, play, and meet new friends. Our playgroup will provide opportunities for toddlers to interact with peers, practice social skills, strengthening language & communication development, as well as improve fine & gross motor ability. Parents and caregivers will supervise… |
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Join Jan Young, a certified senior fitness instructor, as she leads you through strength training exercises.This class will focus on 3 components- strength training with weights, balance exercises, and stretching. Jan will incorporate upper and lower body strength, correct core positioning when working your abdominals, strengthening your major muscle groups, balance exercises, and more! Please… |
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Celebrate all things dragon-related with a night of snacks, crafts, and games! For ages 13-18.
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Dress for a mess and join us as we create a fun art project. Recommended for ages 2-5. |
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Join Jan Young, a certified senior fitness instructor, as she leads you through strength training exercises.This class will focus on 3 components- strength training with weights, balance exercises, and stretching. Jan will incorporate upper and lower body strength, correct core positioning when working your abdominals, strengthening your major muscle groups, balance exercises, and more! Please… |
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Discover why trees are some of the hardest-working members of our community! Join us for an engaging presentation exploring the many benefits of urban trees, from improving air quality and reducing summer heat to supporting wildlife, boosting property values, and creating healthier, more beautiful neighborhoods. Whether you're a homeowner, gardener, or simply appreciate the shade… |
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Kick off your homeschool year with fun and friends! Join us in the Reading Garden to jump start the Fall semester of Homeschool Adventures at DCPL with a field day! Reconnect with familiar faces and welcome new ones with field day classics like ring toss and a cake walk! Calendars for the Fall 2026 Line-up… |
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Search the Children's Area for pictures from Disney's Moana movies, and take home a mystery prize!
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Join Jan Young, a certified senior fitness instructor, as she leads you through strength training exercises.This class will focus on 3 components- strength training with weights, balance exercises, and stretching. Jan will incorporate upper and lower body strength, correct core positioning when working your abdominals, strengthening your major muscle groups, balance exercises, and more! Please… |
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Hang out with fellow anime fans while enjoying crafts, authentic Japanese snacks, and anime episodes! For ages 13-18.
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The Owensboro Symphony presents Symphony Storytime!This program introduces children to some of the most recognizable classical music by reading stories from The Story Orchestra Book Series, which brings classical music to life for children through gorgeously illustrated retellings of classical ballet, opera, and program music stories paired with 10-second sound clips of orchestras playing from… |
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Join Jan Young, a certified senior fitness instructor, as she leads you through strength training exercises.This class will focus on 3 components- strength training with weights, balance exercises, and stretching. Jan will incorporate upper and lower body strength, correct core positioning when working your abdominals, strengthening your major muscle groups, balance exercises, and more! Please…
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Earn volunteer hours by painting bookends for the children's area of the library! For grades 6th-12th.
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Monthly Board Meeting of the Library Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend. |
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Is expensive always better? Put your taste buds to the test in this blind tasting challenge! Sample a variety of name-brand and generic foods without knowing which is which, then vote for your favorite. You may be surprised to discover that the "bougie" option isn't always the best. Come ready to taste, compare, and see… |
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Paint a coaster to add a handmade touch to your home or give as a thoughtful gift. |
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Join Jan Young, a certified senior fitness instructor, as she leads you through strength training exercises.This class will focus on 3 components- strength training with weights, balance exercises, and stretching. Jan will incorporate upper and lower body strength, correct core positioning when working your abdominals, strengthening your major muscle groups, balance exercises, and more! Please… |
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Join us for snacks, crafts, and an evening of fun on the library's Minecraft server! Note: You will need a Minecraft account in order to participate in all the activities. For ages 13-18. |
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Join us for 12 Wednesdays this fall as we celebrate America 250 all semester long! We’ll journey across America and back through time with books, one-of-a-kind experiences and activities to transport us to our American past!This week – Living Off the Land – Imagine being one of the first Europeans arriving in an unfamiliar America…
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Join Jan Young, a certified senior fitness instructor, as she leads you through strength training exercises.This class will focus on 3 components- strength training with weights, balance exercises, and stretching. Jan will incorporate upper and lower body strength, correct core positioning when working your abdominals, strengthening your major muscle groups, balance exercises, and more! Please…
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Earn volunteer hours by creating signs to recommend your favorite books! For grades 6th-12th. |
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Check Out a New Genre is a fun, adventurous book club for readers who love to explore beyond their usual favorites. Each month, we dive into a completely different genre—from mystery and sci-fi to romance, historical fiction, and more—giving you the chance to discover new stories, authors, and perspectives. Come share your thoughts, hear what…
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For ages 8-12: Join us for a discussion of the popular children's book, The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate. Registration is required for each child who plans to attend. Please read the entire book before attending book club. Books will be available at the July meeting.*A library card is required to attend this… |
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For ages 6-12: Hey, trainers! School is back in session and so is our monthly club meeting. This month we’re learning all about Ponyta and drawing our own Pokémon cards! Bring your cards for trading, battling, and learning to play the TCG with your Pokémon Professor. |
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This hands-on, interactive program is fun for all ages! Baggett brings to his listeners an old wooden trunk full of interesting items and military equipment from the Revolutionary War period. His presentation utilizes reproductions of 18th century weaponry, camp tools and equipment, clothing, toys, personal hygiene items, and other everyday necessities. This trunk full of… |
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When you sign up for the August LibCrate, we will hand-select a young adult book for you based on your preferences. Then, you can come pick up that book along with a few goodies from the library. The best part? The book is yours to keep! Open to teens ages 13-18.Note: You can register for… |
6 events,Baby Bundles will be available for children ages 0-36 months as supplies last. The bags will be limited to 2 per person, unless all eligible children are present. Children will receive an easy board book. The best part? The book is yours to keep! 
Stop by the library and grab a kit with supplies to sculpt your very own mini animal! For teens ages 13-18. 
Stop by the Children's Area Desk to pick up a blank paper Squishmallow template. Then, let your imagination run wild: draw, color, and decorate your own original Squishmallow! When you're finished, return your masterpiece to the desk, and we'll add it to our display for everyone to enjoy! 
Children can pick up a take-home kit to celebrate Batman Day (September 19th) and create their own Batman & Robin action figures using cardboard tubes!While supplies last. One kit per child or limit 2 kits per adult picking up for children. 
Join us for plant bingo and a chance to win some fabulous succulents! For ages 13-18. |
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Celebrate the Bluegrass State one square at a time! Join us for a lively game of Kentucky-themed Bingo, where every bingo card is filled with iconic people, places, foods, traditions, and landmarks that make Kentucky one of a kind.We will play 4 rounds of regular Bingo, then 4 rounds of unique Bingo games. Prizes will…
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Join us for 12 Wednesdays this fall as we celebrate America 250 all semester long! We’ll journey across America and back through time with books, one-of-a-kind experiences and activities to transport us to our American past!This week – Colonial Day – Take a peek into life in the American colonies! Then join in while we… |
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Graham Temple is a Health Benefit Assister with Audubon Area Community and will be available to answer questions and schedule appointments for a later date.Health Benefit Assisters are trained and certified to help you enroll in Medicaid through benefind.com or enroll in insurance plans at healthcare.gov. Health Benefit Assisters maintain expertise in eligibility, enrollment, program… |
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Parents and caregivers of toddlers (12-36 months) are encouraged to spend quality time together while we learn, play, and meet new friends. Our playgroup will provide opportunities for toddlers to interact with peers, practice social skills, strengthening language & communication development, as well as improve fine & gross motor ability. Parents and caregivers will supervise… |
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For ages 4-12: Join us for our September First Saturday at the Botanical Gardens for a lesson on owls. We’ll read the book “Hoot Owl, Master of Disguise” and play "Hoo’s That Owl" together. Then we’ll have a hoot making pet owls that sit on your wrist! |
