Author had to learn to pay more attention to sensory details. “What you recognize in a moment is significant as a writer,” she says, because “that’s where voice comes from.” Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and at https://jesspublib.org/prompt-to-page-with-mandi-fugate-sheffel/

Read with us this summer! Each week, starting on Monday, we will be giving out five copies of an adult book and five copies of a children's/young adult book at our front desk. If we run out of books? Just stop by our free bookshelves and pick something out!

Eddie Price is just one of the local authors that the Carnegie Center partners with. Here are some photos from a visit to Sandersville Elementary and our Homegrown Authors program at the Lexington Farmers market!

It's not too late to live your best summer life! Join one of the upcoming writing groups at the Carnegie Center. https://carnegiecenterlex.org/classes?_sft_class-type=writing-classes&_sft_sub-class-type=writing-groups https://carnegiecenterlex.org/class/poetry-workshop/

Tonight at 5:30 on Facebook - view a livestream of our Queer Literary Hoedown event. You won't want to miss it!

Next Wednesday we welcome Eugenia Johnson-Smith to the mic. Arrive before 6:00 PM to sign up for an open mic slot to share your work. All genres are welcome, not just poets. Burn The Mic gives the opportunity to let your voice be heard. Bring your friends and fill the space!

Join us this Thursday on Facebook for a livestream of our Queer Literary Hoedown. It was a fantastic night of poetry - you won't want to miss it!

TONIGHT Join us as we explore “Blue Violet: Haint Spaces” by Samar Jade on July 13 from 6:00—7:00 PM on Zoom. The first 10 to register will receive a free copy of the book. Haven't read it? No worries, join us for an engaging conversation. Sign up here: https://ow.ly/T6fX50YUIKv

Read with us this summer! Each week, starting on Monday, we will be giving out five copies of an adult book and five copies of a children's/young adult book at our front desk. If we run out of books? Just stop by our free bookshelves and pick something out!

Tune in tonight for the livestream of our Young Writers Project participants. We are excited to share their pieces with you!

Tomorrow night at 5:30 we will be streaming readings from the Young Writers Project on Facebook. We are so thankful for the Kentucky Foundation for Women who made this project possible!

A throwback to our last Family Fun & Learning Night to add a little KAPOW! to your day.

Read with us this summer! Each week, starting on Monday, we will be giving out five copies of an adult book and five copies of a children's/young adult book at our front desk. If we run out of books? Just stop by our free bookshelves and pick something out!

Nominations are now open for the 2027-2028 Kentucky Poet Laureate! https://artscouncil.ky.gov/program/kentucky-poet-laureate/

We love having events here at the Carnegie Center! Here is a look back at HAAPI's evening of poetry, traditional music, tea tastings, and fashion. We look forward to it every year!

Read with us this summer! Each week we will be giving out five copies of an adult book and five copies of a children's/young adult book starting on Monday. If we run out of books? Just stop by our free bookshelves and pick something out!

Three more days until the submission deadline for the James Baker Hall Contest through Accents Publishing! https://www.accents-publishing.com/contest.html

Have you visited our Perfect Black installation sites? Head over to our website to see which of your favorite locations are hosting one of the poems. https://carnegiecenterlex.org/kentucky-black-writers-collaborative/kbwcartinstallations/

Read with us this summer! Each week we will be giving out five copies of an adult book and five copies of a children's/young adult book starting on Monday. If we run out of books? Just stop by our free bookshelves and pick something out!

Is math your jam? Starting in September, we will need a math specialist to provide one-on-one tutoring for high school math students, usually in Alegbra 1 and 2, Geometry, and Calculus. Check out the position description for more details! carnegiecenterlex.org/about-us/jobs/

The Appalachian Literary Arts Festival looks so good, y'all! Head on over to catch great Keynotes, meet fantastic authors, and buy books by Appalachian Authors. We'll see you there!

TONIGHT: Looking for a meaningful way to express yourself on Juneteenth? Join the Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative and Artfarm from 6:30—8:00 PM for an open mic & expressive arts experience. Meet you there!

Join us as we explore “Blue Violet: Haint Spaces” by Samar Jade on July 13 from 6:00—7:00 PM on Zoom. The first 10 to register will receive a free copy of the book. Haven't read it? No worries, join us for an engaging conversation. Sign up here: https://ow.ly/T6fX50YUIKv

TONIGHT 5:30 PM. Author signing with Randell Jones for "In the Footsteps of Daniel Boone."

The joy of the Queer Literary Hoedown doesn't have to end! We just received a second shipment of books from A Likely Story. Come select a free book from Samar Jade, Jay McCoy, or Hannah Drake thanks to the generosity of JustFundKY!

Looking for a meaningful way to express yourself on Juneteenth? On Friday, June 19, from 6:30—8:00 PM, join the Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative and artfarm for an open mic & expressive arts experience. Meet you there!

Do you feel too distracted to write? Poet and nonfiction writer Lucy Oquaye believes prompts can help. "What's most beneficial about using prompts," she says, "is really that you're just taking time to write." https://jesspublib.org/prompt-to-page-with-lucy-oquaye/.

Have you seen our camp sessions? They are perfect for the creative kids in your life!

The Queer Literary Hoedown was a great time! We are especially thankful for JustFundKY. Their grant supports our reader stipends, and allows us to also provide FREE BOOKS by LGBTQ+ Kentucky writers to everyone in attendance.

See y'all tonight!

Have an artistic kid? Send them to Camp Carnegie! This mix of themes is sure to keep them creative and engaged all summer long!

Next week! Wednesday, June 17, 5:30 PM. Author signing with Randell Jones for "In the Footsteps of Daniel Boone."

Through a partnership between the Carnegie Center and Kentucky Refugee Ministries, author Wankumbu Mukumano Chulu provides a storytime. They said that, "As an African momma and author, there was something so deeply special about reading my book to African babies who felt like little pieces of home."

Do you have a passion for education? Now seeking an energetic and engaged Youth Program & Volunteer Coordinator. https://carnegiecenterlex.org/about-us/jobs/

It’s not too late to join us for Books in Progress! If you’ve been, you know that it’s an intimate conference where everyone is welcome. There truly is something for everyone. https://carnegiecenterlex.org/books-in-progress-conference/

A week from today!

Surprises coming your way! Carnegie Classics announcement coming soon!

We are taking registrations for Camp Carnegie! The Week of July 27-31 our morning session is: Puppetry led by Sarah Jacobs Learn about all our sessions at the link: https://carnegiecenterlex.org/youth-family/camp-carnegie/

We are taking registrations for Camp Carnegie! The Week of July 27-31 our afternoon session is: From Page to Play: Putting Stories on the Stage led by Treyton Blackburn Learn about all our sessions at the link: https://carnegiecenterlex.org/youth-family/camp-carnegie/

We've got two words for you: Yee-haw! It's going to be a great time!

We are taking registrations for Camp Carnegie! The Week of July 20-24 our afternoon session is: Nature Art and Folklore led by Erin Waller Campers will explore the living world around them! Learn about all our sessions at the link: https://carnegiecenterlex.org/youth-family/camp-carnegie/

We are taking registrations for Camp Carnegie! The Week of July 20-24 our morning session is: Strum, Don’t Fret: Ukulele with Mr. Toastey. Ukeleles will be available if the camper does not own one. Learn about all our sessions at the link: https://carnegiecenterlex.org/youth-family/camp-carnegie/

Join us on Saturday at the Lexington Farmers Market where we will be featuring author Terry Foody. A Kentucky Humanities Speaker, Terry brings her extensive research, fascinating subjects and personal perspective to audiences near and far.

TONIGHT we welcome EmpressRoxx to the mic. Arrive before 6:00 PM to sign up for an open mic slot to share your work. All genres are welcome, not just poets. Burn The Mic gives the opportunity to let your voice be heard. Bring your friends and fill the space!

TONIGHT from 6–7:30 PM. Family Fun & Learning Night: Superhero Edition. Free books. Free food. Free activities. It's going to be loads of fun! Join us!

We are taking registrations for Camp Carnegie! The Week of July 13-17 our afternoon session is: Think Like a Philosopher led by Gregory Webb Learn about all our sessions at the link: https://carnegiecenterlex.org/youth-family/camp-carnegie/

Author Eugenia Johnson-Smith believes writers should focus on getting their thoughts down in a first draft and worry about grammar and style later.   Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and at https://jesspublib.org/prompt-to-page-with-eugenia-johnson-smith/

We need YOU this summer! Visit us online at https://carnegiecenterlex.org/tutoring/ or call 859.254.4175 for more information.

Tonight at 5:30. Join Get HAAPI for poetry, music, fashion, and a tea tasting!

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO GAVE ON KENTUCKY GIVES DAY! Thank you for supporting our mission. We couldn't do our work without your generous support. ❤️❤️❤️