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Resilient Voices: Community Book Giveaway

All Day 11/11 - 11/27
Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for the Resilient Voices series as we explore Kristin Hannah's powerful novel, The Women. This story highlights the strength and resilience of female veterans during the Vi...

Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for the Resilient Voices series as we explore Kristin Hannah's powerful novel, The Women. This story highlights the strength and resilience of female veterans during the Vietnam War.

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Computer Basics II

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Teaching Computer Lab at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you know nothing about computers? Are you constantly claiming to be "computer illiterate"? Well not anymore!Come join our Technology Instructor, Jared, in this 2-part series of ...

Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Teaching Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Do you know nothing about computers? Are you constantly claiming to be "computer illiterate"? Well not anymore!

TCG League

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite C at Henderson County Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Do you enjoy Magic the Gathering, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh, or other types of trading card games? This could be the club for you. Every third Thursday we will come together to engage in e...

Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite C
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Do you enjoy Magic the Gathering, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh, or other types of trading card games? This could be the club for you. Every third Thursday we will come together to engage in epic card battles!

FREE Smartphone Help

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Teaching Computer Lab at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Need help with that iPhone, Android, or Samsung phone problem you can't figure out?Come down to the library during this time, where you can receive FREE personalized and dedicated ...

Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Teaching Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Need help with that iPhone, Android, or Samsung phone problem you can't figure out?

Open House and Victorian Christmas Tree Decorating

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Upstairs Rotunda at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you interested in exploring your family's history? Don't know where to start? During the Open House, you'll learn about how your Genealogy and Local History Department can help...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Upstairs Rotunda
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Event Details:

Are you interested in exploring your family's history? Don't know where to start? During the Open House, you'll learn about how your Genealogy and Local History Department can help you discover your roots.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Disclaimer

The Henderson County Public Library (HCPL) occasionally uses photographs and/or video of patrons in its publications such as brochures, newsletters, magazines, web and social media sites, display boards, or other non-HCPL publications. By attending this program, you are granting HCPL permission to use your and/or your child’s image for future promotional materials/content for the library. By attending, you also understand that once your image is posted on the Internet, the image can be downloaded. 

If you do not want your and/or your child’s photo taken, please contact Danielle Anguish for children’s programs at danguish@hcpl.org or (270) 826-3712 ext. 3. For teen programs please contact Glennese Patterson at gpatterson@hcpl.org or call (270) 826-3712 ext. 4.

Makerspace: Illustrator: Using the Basic Drawing Tools

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace, Skill Building, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This class will cover the basic drawing tools for creating vector objects in Adobe Illustrator. A guided exercise will be included in this class.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Makerspace, Skill Building, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

This class will cover the basic drawing tools for creating vector objects in Adobe Illustrator. 

A guided exercise will be included in this class.

Friends of Dorothy Book Club

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come join our newest book club! Friends of Dorothy is an inclusive book club that will be exploring books, authors, and characters in the LGBTQIA+ community. The book we will be di...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join our newest book club! Friends of Dorothy is an inclusive book club that will be exploring books, authors, and characters in the LGBTQIA+ community.

FREE Chromebook Help

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Teaching Computer Lab at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Need help with that Chromebook problem you can't figure out?Come down to the library during this time, where you can receive FREE personalized and dedicated help from our Technolog...

Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Teaching Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Need help with that Chromebook problem you can't figure out?

Come down to the library during this time, where you can receive FREE personalized and dedicated help from our Technology Instructor, Jared, to try and get you a solution.

Genealogy Roundtable

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite A at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

What is Genealogy Roundtable?  It is a round-table discussion time for genealogists who like to share ideas and discoveries, discuss research problems, and enjoy bei...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

What is Genealogy Roundtable?  It is a round-table discussion time for genealogists who like to share ideas and discoveries, discuss research problems, and enjoy being with people who share the same interest in genealogy.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Disclaimer

The Henderson County Public Library (HCPL) occasionally uses photographs and/or video of patrons in its publications such as brochures, newsletters, magazines, web and social media sites, display boards, or other non-HCPL publications. By attending this program, you are granting HCPL permission to use your and/or your child’s image for future promotional materials/content for the library. By attending, you also understand that once your image is posted on the Internet, the image can be downloaded. 

If you do not want your and/or your child’s photo taken, please contact Danielle Anguish for children’s programs at danguish@hcpl.org or (270) 826-3712 ext. 3. For teen programs please contact Glennese Patterson at gpatterson@hcpl.org or call (270) 826-3712 ext. 4.

Makerspace: Photoshop: Masks & Channels

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace, Skill Building, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This class will cover masks and channels.Masks and Channels can offer ways to quickly select important sections, modify color in easy and powerful ways, and preserve the original i...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Makerspace, Skill Building, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

This class will cover masks and channels.

FREE Typing Help

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teaching Computer Lab at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Need to learn how to type? Need to brush up on your typing skills?Come down to the library during this time, where you can receive FREE personalized and dedicated help on your typi...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Teaching Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Need to learn how to type? Need to brush up on your typing skills?

Come down to the library during this time, where you can receive FREE personalized and dedicated help on your typing skills from our Technology Instructor, Jared.

Lethal Library

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite C at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

If you love true crime, have we got a program for you!  Join us at the HCPL every first Monday at 6pm to explore all things murder and mayhem!  We'll listen to podcasts, ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

If you love true crime, have we got a program for you!  Join us at the HCPL every first Monday at 6pm to explore all things murder and mayhem!  We'll listen to podcasts, play crime-centric games, discuss true crime cases, watch movies, a

Christmas Take-Home Craft

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Circulation Department at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ho! Ho! HO! Come to the library for a little Christmas fun! The bells will be ringing in these take-home craft bags. Limit one per adult, while supplies last. 

Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Circulation Department
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ho! Ho! HO! Come to the library for a little Christmas fun! The bells will be ringing in these take-home craft bags. Limit one per adult, while supplies last. 

Makerspace: Illustrator: Adding Type to a Project

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace, Skill Building, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In this class, we will cover the Type tool, one of the key elements of Illustrator. This complex tool offers many options for adjusting the many attributes of type. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Makerspace, Skill Building, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

In this class, we will cover the Type tool, one of the key elements of Illustrator.

 

This complex tool offers many options for adjusting the many attributes of type.

 

FREE Phone & Computer Help

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teaching Computer Lab at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Need help with that phone or computer problem you can't figure out?Come down to the library during this time, where you can receive FREE personalized and dedicated help from our Te...

Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Teaching Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Need help with that phone or computer problem you can't figure out?

Tai Chi

Tai Chi for Beginners

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite AB at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Tai Chi is practiced all over the world to improve mood, relieve stress, for better sleep, weight loss, and heart and bone health. With 250,000 million practitioners, it is one of ...

Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite AB
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Tai Chi is practiced all over the world to improve mood, relieve stress, for better sleep, weight loss, and heart and bone health. With 250,000 million practitioners, it is one of the most popular forms of exercise worldwide.

FREE Resume Help

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teaching Computer Lab at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come join our Technology Instructor, Jared, in this FREE workshop where he will teach you tips and tricks on how to build a better resume. If requested, we will also provide you wi...

Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Teaching Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Come join our Technology Instructor, Jared, in this FREE workshop where he will teach you tips and tricks on how to build a better resume.

paper snowflake with squirrel pattern

Paper Snowflake Craft

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite BC at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to cut out elaborate snowflake patterns and even design your own!

Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite BC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Learn how to cut out elaborate snowflake patterns and even design your own!

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Plot Twist

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Does a good plot twist and a delicious margarita from locally owned Tacoholics sound fun to you? If so, the Henderson County Public Library has the perfect book club! Meet with Han...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Does a good plot twist and a delicious margarita from locally owned Tacoholics sound fun to you? If so, the Henderson County Public Library has the perfect book club! Meet with Hannah every 1st Thursday at 6pm to relax, discuss, and sip!

Makerspace: Illustrator: Organizing Your Artwork with Layers

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace, Skill Building, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In this class, we will cover Layers, and how Illustrator uses nested layers to organize complex artwork.A guided exercise will show options for layering. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Makerspace, Skill Building, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

In this class, we will cover Layers, and how Illustrator uses nested layers to organize complex artwork.

A guided exercise will show options for layering.

 

Gingerbread House Craft

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite ABC at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of holiday fun!  We will be crafting gingerbread houses out of Dollar Tree doll houses!  All supplies will be provided.  This craft may be mes...

Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of holiday fun!  We will be crafting gingerbread houses out of Dollar Tree doll houses!  All supplies will be provided.  This craft may be messy, so dress accordingly.  Light snacks will be served.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Disclaimer

The Henderson County Public Library (HCPL) occasionally uses photographs and/or video of patrons in its publications such as brochures, newsletters, magazines, web and social media sites, display boards, or other non-HCPL publications. By attending this program, you are granting HCPL permission to use your and/or your child’s image for future promotional materials/content for the library. By attending, you also understand that once your image is posted on the Internet, the image can be downloaded. 

If you do not want your and/or your child’s photo taken, please contact Danielle Anguish for children’s programs at danguish@hcpl.org or (270) 826-3712 ext. 3. For teen programs please contact Glennese Patterson at gpatterson@hcpl.org or call (270) 826-3712 ext. 4.

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Coffee With A Vet

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite ABC at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Coffee With A Vet is a round-table discussion led by Michelle Rustin, Veterans Benefit Field Representative for the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs.  Each month, Miche...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Pittsburg Tank & Tower Event Suite ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Details:

Coffee With A Vet is a round-table discussion led by Michelle Rustin, Veterans Benefit Field Representative for the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs.  Each month, Michelle will be answering veterans' questions and sharing information t

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Disclaimer

The Henderson County Public Library (HCPL) occasionally uses photographs and/or video of patrons in its publications such as brochures, newsletters, magazines, web and social media sites, display boards, or other non-HCPL publications. By attending this program, you are granting HCPL permission to use your and/or your child’s image for future promotional materials/content for the library. By attending, you also understand that once your image is posted on the Internet, the image can be downloaded. 

If you do not want your and/or your child’s photo taken, please contact Danielle Anguish for children’s programs at danguish@hcpl.org or (270) 826-3712 ext. 3. For teen programs please contact Glennese Patterson at gpatterson@hcpl.org or call (270) 826-3712 ext. 4.

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Computer Basics I

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teaching Computer Lab at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you know nothing about computers? Are you constantly claiming to be "computer illiterate"? Well not anymore!Come join our Technology Instructor, Jared, in this 2-part series of ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Teaching Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Do you know nothing about computers? Are you constantly claiming to be "computer illiterate"? Well not anymore!

Makerspace: Photoshop: Layers

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace at Henderson County Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace, Skill Building, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This class will cover the ever-useful layers.This powerful editing tool of Photoshop appeared in version 2.0 and create a vast and powerful way to edit images, maintain the origina...

Required
Library Branch: Henderson County Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Makerspace, Skill Building, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

This class will cover the ever-useful layers.

This powerful editing tool of Photoshop appeared in version 2.0 and create a vast and powerful way to edit images, maintain the original, and even add options for timelines and video.