Barren County Public Library

Discover Club
2026-07-28 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Dig into summer with Discover Club! This year’s theme, ‘Unearth a Story,’ invites “in-betweens” ages 8-12 to explore, discover, and let their curiosity run wild.

July 7th 2nd | Discover Amber Slime – Make your own amber-colored slime while learning how real amber forms and preserves preserves ancient plants and insects.
July 28th | Discover Dinorama – Build your own dinosaur scene and discover how different dinosaurs lived by exploring their habitats and environments.
Online registration is required.

Tales from the Treehouse
2026-07-28 09:30 - 10:30 | The Grove, 702 Happy Valley Rd, Glasgow, 42141, United States
Tales from the Treehouse is a story time program designed for toddler-kindergarten. This event is held outdoors at The Grove. Each week will feature a new theme with songs, stories, and activities. We’re hosting a T-Rex Tea Party with dinosaur themed snacks and coloring sheets.
Registration required: You only need to sign up the child who will be participating in the activity.
Please note:
Like and follow our Youth Facebook page for the latest updates and any cancellations. If rain is expected or a heat advisory is in effect, we will either cancel the event or relocate it to the library.

Teen Dungeons & Dinosaurs
2026-07-27 16:00 - 18:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
A lost island where dinosaurs roam and untouched societies endure awaits your party. Sent to uncover why time forgot it, you must survive and unravel its secrets. Led by Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library’s official Dungeon Master Chris Jones, every choice could free the island or trap you in its past.
For teens ages 13-18. Online registration is required.
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING A LEVEL FIVE CHARACTER SHEET.

Escape Room
2026-07-24 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-23 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-22 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-21 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-20 15:00 - 19:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
RED ALERT!
The Jurassic Containment Facility is in chaos. Alan was supposed to follow Ian and Ellie’s to-do list—but he didn’t. Now, a T-Rex named Mongo has escaped its enclosure! The containment gates are still operational, and you must piece together the clues to uncover the code that will close the gates.

July 20: 3PM-7PM

July 21: 3PM-7PM

July 22: 10Am-3PM

July 23: 3PM-7PM

July 24: 10AM- 3PM

Register at the library to secure your group’s time slot for our Escape Room Experience!

Gogh with the Flow
2026-07-23 16:30 - 17:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Grab a brush and travel back to the age of dinosaurs! In this step-by-step painting program, kids will follow along to create their very own prehistoric masterpiece. No painting experience is needed—we’ll guide artists through each stage, from sketching their dinosaur to adding colorful details. By the end of the program, everyone will take home a roaring work of art to display with pride!

Perfect for young artists who love dinosaurs and want to build their painting skills while having fun. 🦖🎨
Ages 5-12

CANCELED: Computer Class: Working with Mobile Apps
2026-07-22 09:30 - 11:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
This topic will be covered at a future date.

Tales from the Treehouse
2026-07-21 09:30 - 10:30 | The Grove, 702 Happy Valley Rd, Glasgow, 42141, United States
Tales from the Treehouse is a story time program designed for toddler-kindergarten. This event is held outdoors at The Grove. Each week will feature a new theme with songs, stories, and activities. Each participant will make a sensory bottle with prehistoric elements to take home.
Registration required: You only need to sign up the child who will be participating in the activity.
Please note:
Like and follow our Youth Facebook page for the latest updates and any cancellations. If rain is expected or a heat advisory is in effect, we will either cancel the event or relocate it to the library.

Food and Family History
2026-07-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Food tells a story and is a wonderful way to learn about family history and culture. You are invited to prepare and bring a dish that represents your family history, along with the written recipe to share. We will make copies of recipes for all participants. Register at the library or online.

VolunTEEN
2026-07-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Looking to earn service hours, build your resume, and make a difference in your community? Join VolunTEEN—our teen volunteer crew! Teens will gain hands-on experience by helping with library programs, organizing materials, prepping crafts, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. It’s a great way to develop new skills, meet other teens, and give back in a fun, flexible environment. We’ll provide training and track your hours—just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to help!
For teens ages 13-19 only. Online registration is required.

Roar & Explore
2026-07-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Travel back in time for a colorful prehistoric adventure! We’ll begin by reading a dinosaur story, then create our own dazzling dinosaur scenes using vibrant colored foil. Join us for a fun blend of storytelling and art that brings the prehistoric world to life!

Our Kentucky Story Chautauqua: Lettice Pierce Bryan
2026-07-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Lettice Pierce Bryan was a pioneering but often overlooked figure in Kentucky history. Born near Danville, she authored The Kentucky Housewife—the first published cookbook in Kentucky—a remarkable achievement that transcended mere recipes to become a vivid record of 19th-century domestic life.
The Kentucky Housewife is far more than a cookbook—it’s a treasure trove of period recipes, household remedies, practical advice, and cultural insights. Through her work, Lettice provides a compelling glimpse into the lived experience of American women before modern conveniences, highlighting their essential yet often unrecognized contributions to family, community, and society. Lettice is portrayed by Dr. Cynthia Resor.
This program is brought to you by Kentucky Humanities with support from the Federation of State Humanities Councils, the America250KY Commission, and the Kentucky Historical Society. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Kentucky Humanities.

Red Ink Writers' Circle
2026-07-16 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-07-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Meet together with other local writers for manuscript critique and for support. Prepare a five-minute section of a manuscript to read, then receive comments from group members with the aim of strengthening your writing. Please bring copies of your selected pages for group members. Open to adult authors of all genres.

Glasgow Green
2026-07-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Create a one-of-a-kind keepsake inspired by the age of dinosaurs! In this hands-on craft program, kids will shape and decorate salt dough pendants with a prehistoric twist. Use dinosaur footprints, fossils, leaves, shells, and other natural textures to create ancient-looking designs.
All youth are welcome to attend!

Color Me Calm
2026-07-16 13:30 - 14:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Unwind and get creative at our monthly adult coloring time. Join us for a relaxing hour of coloring, conversation, and calm. We’ll provide coloring pages and supplies, or feel free to bring your own. No experience needed—just drop in and enjoy a little peaceful, screen-free fun.

Cardmaking Class
2026-07-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Dig up some garden beauty with three cards from the Fern and Flora collection. The themes are Thank You and Friendship. There is a cost of $10 for all three cards. Register and pay at the library.

LEGO @ the Library
2026-07-14 12:00 - 18:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Stomp, chomp, and build your way through an afternoon of prehistoric fun from 12–6 PM! Drop in for a dinosaur-themed free-build LEGO challenge where your imagination can run wild—create anything from towering T. rex habitats to dino-sized inventions. Creations will be shared and voted on through Facebook, so bring your most roar-some ideas! We’ll also have a movie marathon playing throughout the event, making it the perfect place to relax, build, and enjoy some dino-mite entertainment. Each participant will receive a dinosaur lego prize while supplies last!

Tales from the Treehouse
2026-07-14 09:30 - 10:30 | The Grove, 702 Happy Valley Rd, Glasgow, 42141, United States
Tales from the Treehouse is a story time program designed for toddler-kindergarten. This event is held outdoors at The Grove. Each week will feature a new theme with songs, stories, and activities. This week we’ll be painting- dress for mess!
Registration required: You only need to sign up the child who will be participating in the activity.
Please note:
Like and follow our Youth Facebook page for the latest updates and any cancellations. If rain is expected or a heat advisory is in effect, we will either cancel the event or relocate it to the library.

Tween Dungeons & Dinosaurs
2026-07-13 16:00 - 18:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
A lost island where dinosaurs roam and untouched societies endure awaits your party. Sent to uncover why time forgot it, you must survive and unravel its secrets. Led by Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library’s official Dungeon Master Chris Jones, every choice could free the island or trap you in its past.
For teens ages 9-12. Online registration is required.
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING A LEVEL FIVE CHARACTER SHEET.

Roar & Explore
2026-07-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Stomp into a prehistoric sensory adventure! We’ll read Dinos & Donuts- afterwards kids will use pool noodle “donuts,” shaving cream frosting, and colorful sprinkle toppings to create delicious-looking dinosaur-themed treats—no baking required! This hands-on program encourages creativity, sensory exploration, and imaginative play while celebrating everyone’s favorite combination: dinosaurs and donuts. Dress for mess!
This program is designed for preschool through 1st grade. Each program will feature a story and hands-on activity that promotes fine motor skills.

Throwback Thursday Movie: Legally Blonde
2026-07-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Can you believe Elle Woods first stepped onto the Harvard campus and into a courtroom 25 years ago? Join us for an anniversary screening of Legally Blonde. Wear something pink, and practice your bend-and-snap! The best Elle Woods look-alike will take home a fun prize. Snacks will be provided.

Craft & Chat
2026-07-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Participate in a craft the library will provide, or bring a project you are working on from home. The group will craft and enjoy each other’s company. This month’s craft is air-dry clay diffuser discs. Register at the library or online.

Teens Unearth
2026-07-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Join Teens Unearth and dig into a summer of discovery! For teens ages 13–18, where creativity and exploration collide.
July 7th | Amber Slime – Make your own amber-colored slime while learning how real amber forms and preserves preserves ancient plants and insects.
July 28th | Terror-arium – Design a dinosaur-themed terrarium light, combining creativity with a glowing prehistoric twist.
Online registration is required.

Discover Club
2026-07-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Dig into summer with Discover Club! This year’s theme, ‘Unearth a Story,’ invites “in-betweens” ages 8-12 to explore, discover, and let their curiosity run wild.

July 7th | Discover Amber Slime – Make your own amber-colored slime while learning how real amber forms and preserves preserves ancient plants and insects.
July 28th | Discover Dinorama – Build your own dinosaur scene and discover how different dinosaurs lived by exploring their habitats and environments.
Online registration is required.

Tales from the Treehouse
2026-07-07 09:30 - 10:30 | The Grove, 702 Happy Valley Rd, Glasgow, 42141, United States
Tales from the Treehouse is a story time program designed for toddler-kindergarten. This event is held outdoors at The Grove. Each week will feature a new theme with songs, stories, and activities. This month we’ll be designing tote bags and hunting for dinosaur eggs!
Registration required: You only need to sign up the child who will be participating in the activity.
Please note:
Like and follow our Youth Facebook page for the latest updates and any cancellations. If rain is expected or a heat advisory is in effect, we will either cancel the event or relocate it to the library.

Dungeons & Dinosaurs: Session 0
2026-07-06 16:00 - 18:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Join us for Session 0 to get ready for an exciting one-shot adventure on a mysterious island filled with dinosaurs and forgotten civilizations.
This session is focused on learning how to play, understanding the basics of the game, and creating your character with help from the Dungeon Master. It’s the best way to get comfortable with the rules and make sure you’re ready for the adventure ahead.
Led by Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library’s official Dungeon Master, Chris Jones, this is encouraged for anyone planning to participate in Dungeons & Dinosaurs so you can complete your character sheet and jump into the game with confidence.
Online registration is required. For Teens and Tweens ages 9-18.
