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2 events,
Yoga for Beginners
Yoga for Beginners
Certified yoga instructor Grace Rogers will lead participants in breathing exercises, simple physical postures with some flowing in between, and relaxation. Please wear comfortable clothing, and bring a yoga mat if you have one. Space is limited. For more information, contact Diane Dehoney at (502) 352-2665 x108 or [email protected].
2 events,
Bluegrass Theater Guild- Elf
Bluegrass Theater Guild- Elf
The hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole.
3 events,
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Recommended ages: Baby & Toddler , PreK , School Age Families with kids of all ages, meet us in the Youth Services Program Room for a traditional storytime. Free. Registration is not required.
Teen/Tween Clay Night
Teen/Tween Clay Night
Teen/Tween Night is developed as an introductory and exploratory class in clay.
Bluegrass Theater Guild- Elf
Bluegrass Theater Guild- Elf
The hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole.
3 events,
Breakfast with a Book
Breakfast with a Book
Join us for a meeting of Breakfast with a Book, where we will discuss The Lives of a Cell by Lewis Thomas. This book discussion group is for people who enjoy reading a variety of good books in both fiction and nonfiction. The group meets every four weeks on Saturday morning for a continental breakfast and book discussion. If you have questions...
Selfies with Santa
Selfies with Santa
Come meet the jolly old elf himself at this special family event! Families with kids of all ages are welcome; registration is not required.
Bluegrass Theater Guild- Elf
Bluegrass Theater Guild- Elf
The hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole.
2 events,
Bluegrass Theater Guild- Elf
Bluegrass Theater Guild- Elf
The hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole.
1 event,
4-H Dog Club
4-H Dog Club
Open to youth ages 9-18 years old. Youth and their dogs will learn obedience, companionship, and responsible dog ownership. All dogs must be current on all vaccinations and have all puppy vaccinations. Meets the first and third Monday of the month. Click HERE for the 2023/2024 forms. For more info, contact 4-H Agent MacKenzie Preece at [email protected].
1 event,
1 event,
STEAM for Teens
STEAM for Teens
Teens, join us monthly to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM). This program is offered in partnership with Kentucky Cooperative Extension at Kentucky State University and University of Kentucky.. All teens in grades 6-12 are welcome; registration is not required. In December, explore the beauty of snow and ice. Teen events are exclusively for middle and high school...
4 events,
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Recommended ages: Baby & Toddler , PreK , School Age Families with kids of all ages, meet us in the Youth Services Program Room for a traditional storytime. Free. Registration is not required.
Holiday Open House at Gem Cats
Holiday Open House at Gem Cats
We have load of fun planned for the entire family. Santa will be making his arrival and set up for a photo op, two of our cheer teams will showcase their skills, vendors will be set up for some last minute Christmas shopping, plus we will have face painting and more! Come celebrate the holiday season with KGC!
Kids Clay Night or Parents Night Out
Kids Clay Night or Parents Night Out
Kids night is designed as a fun introduction to clay and a perfect time to drop your kids off in a safe & enriching environment while you eat dinner downtown or run some errands.
3 events,
Holiday Market + Kids Day
Holiday Market + Kids Day
We'll have over 40 vendors and local food, holiday decorations, and much more. There will be kids activities, sheep to visit with, a campfire, and kids get $2 to shop thanks to our sponsor Kentucky Dance Academy. We'll also have hot drinks and hot food with the Brenneman & Bucks Farm food truck!
Sharing is Caring
Sharing is Caring
Ages: Elementary Aged kids and their families Frankfort families are invited to join the Wanda Joyce Robinson Foundation, Kiwanis and Kentucky State University for a holiday party with games, pizza and crafts! Free. Open to the public.
Festival of Lights- A Multicultural Family Celebration
Festival of Lights- A Multicultural Family Celebration
Families are invited to join us for our multicultural holiday celebration, Festival of Lights. Participants of all ages will experience Christmas, Hanukkah, Santa Lucia, Las Posadas, Kwanza and Winter Solstice as they explore a variety of activity stations together with their family in this FREE open house style event. Hot Tip: Keep the fun rolling with the Frankfort Christmas Parade...
3 events,
Family Gingerbread Ornament Making
Family Gingerbread Ornament Making
Age Group: PreK, School Age, Family Families with kids of all ages, join us to create holiday ornaments that you can enjoy year after year. Free. Registration is required and begins Monday, November 26. Please register one adult member of your family for this event.
Kentucky Gem Cats Open Gym
Kentucky Gem Cats Open Gym
Open Gym allows the students the opportunity to take care of and nurture themselves physically and mentally.
Joyfull Gratitude Gathering
Joyfull Gratitude Gathering
THANK YOU donors, partners, volunteers & visitors for an incredible year! Our staff & board invite you to celebrate at the JSP event barn. Enjoy grooves by DJ Always, Night Sky Tour with Starpointe Astronomy, fire dancing with Hearts on Fire, hot cocoa bar & cider, bonfires & sweet treats! Bring your own chair or blanket and reusable mug. Free...
4 events,
Inauguration Day Events
Inauguration Day Events
8:30 a.m. Inaugural Breakfast Reception Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History 9:30 a.m. Inaugural Worship Service First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Inaugural Parade Starts in downtown Frankfort and ends in front of State Capitol 1:30 p.m. Inaugural Prelude Capitol steps 2 p.m. Swearing-In Ceremony Capitol steps 6 p.m. The Grand March Capitol Rotunda...
YAY Winter Pajama Party- Inauguration Day Camp
YAY Winter Pajama Party- Inauguration Day Camp
School is out for the 62nd Governor’s Inauguration Celebration and we can’t wait to hang with your littles! Whether you need morning care while you work or you want to get some last minute holiday shopping done, we invite children 5-10 years old to grab their jammies and join us for a morning of snuggly fun! We will warm up...
4H: Sr. Bee Club
4H: Sr. Bee Club
Ages sixth grade and up. This club will teach youth about beekeeping, bee boxes, pollinator gardens, honey tasting and much more! For more info, contact 4-H Agent MacKenzie Preece at [email protected]. Free.
1 event,
A Christmas Story
A Christmas Story
In the 1940s, a young boy named Ralphie Parker attempts to convince his parents, teacher, and Santa Claus that a Red Ryder Range 200 Shot BB gun really is the perfect Christmas gift. $10 per person
2 events,
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Recommended ages: Baby & Toddler , PreK , School Age Families with kids of all ages, meet us in the Youth Services Program Room for a traditional storytime. Free. Registration is not required.
Gifts to Give (3rd-8th grade)
Gifts to Give (3rd-8th grade)
Tis’ the season for giving! On this wintery night we will welcome our 3rd-8th grader friends to join us to create 5+ make & take ready-to-give holiday gifts: tie dye, cookie jars, jewelry making, ornaments and more! SPACES ARE LIMITED • REGISTER NOW! Spots already filled? Contact Elle Travis, Executive Director, Elle Travis at 502-219-2770 or [email protected] to be placed...
6 events,
YAYmake • Kid’s Night Out
YAYmake • Kid’s Night Out
Join us for our mess-maker kid’s night out for elementary & middle school children!
UPDATED Frankfort Christmas Parade
UPDATED Frankfort Christmas Parade
Please note: The parade has been changed to December 16 (previously December 9) due to weather. Commonwealth Credit Union Presents The Frankfort Christmas Parade The parade will travel down Capital Avenue and go behind the Capitol building. Governor Beshear along with his family, parade judges, and emcees will be on the grandstand in front of the Annex building. After the...
2 events,
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa
Spend time with Santa, decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus, and get into the Christmas spirit at this festive brunch for the whole family!
Kentucky Gem Cats Open Gym
Kentucky Gem Cats Open Gym
Open Gym allows the students the opportunity to take care of and nurture themselves physically and mentally.
3 events,
Winter Break Camp: My Old Kentucky Home for the Holidays
Ages: 6-12 This winter break, we want YOU to help us keep morale high for those far from their "Old Kentucky" home this holiday season. Investigate Kentucky's historic holiday traditions and see how service men and women have modified them. Share traditional treats enjoyed by military personnel by making chocolates. Perform USO-style seasonal carols to get friends and family in...
Pics with Santa and Holiday Craft Fair
Pics with Santa and Holiday Craft Fair
Holiday fun for all ages. Pictures with Santa Claus. Local, homemade arts, crafts, and baked goods. Plus a free market with household items and toys. Holiday fun for all ages. Pictures with Santa Claus. Local, homemade arts, crafts, and baked goods. Plus a free market with household items and toys.
4-H Dog Club
4-H Dog Club
Open to youth ages 9-18 years old. Youth and their dogs will learn obedience, companionship, and responsible dog ownership. All dogs must be current on all vaccinations and have all puppy vaccinations. Meets the first and third Monday of the month. Click HERE for the 2023/2024 forms. For more info, contact 4-H Agent MacKenzie Preece at [email protected].
4 events,
4H: Livestock Club
4H: Livestock Club
This club focuses on all livestock and creating a farm. They have explored chick hatching this spring! Stay tuned for their next project! Contact the Club Leaders Ryan & Haelie Shouse at [email protected] for more info!
4H: Communications Club
4H: Communications Club
Open to youth 9-18, this club focuses on the various forms of communication. Speeches, demonstrations, and written! Stay tuned for the 4-H commercial created by the club! Contact Club Leader Denise Boebinger for more information on the club! Email: [email protected] Free.
3 events,
3 events,
Anime and Manga Club
Anime and Manga Club
Fans of anime and manga, gather here! Teens in grades 6-12, explore Japanese culture, discuss your latest watch or read, and enjoy snacks, games, and crafts themed around your favorite series! Craft pixel-perfect melty bead keychains inspired by your favorite series and characters. Free. Registration is not required. Teen events are exclusively for middle and high school students in grades...
1 event,
Kentucky Gem Cats Open Gym
Kentucky Gem Cats Open Gym
Open Gym allows the students the opportunity to take care of and nurture themselves physically and mentally.
1 event,
Artist Block: Winter Celebration
Artist Block: Winter Celebration
Artist Block is a relaxed art hangout for teens in grades 6-12. Each month is a different theme; explore new mediums, express yourself, and above all else, have fun creating! In December, celebrate global winter traditions with stories, crafts, and more! Free. Registration is not required. Teen events are exclusively for middle and high school students in grades 6-12. Parents...
1 event,
Noon Year’s Eve
Noon Year’s Eve
Join us for a New Year’s Eve celebration with lots of games, crafts, and noisemakers! Families with kids of all ages can come watch the ball drop at noon! Free. Registration is not required.
1 event,
Kentucky Gem Cats Open Gym
Kentucky Gem Cats Open Gym
Open Gym allows the students the opportunity to take care of and nurture themselves physically and mentally.
2 events,
4-H Dog Club
4-H Dog Club
Open to youth ages 9-18 years old. Youth and their dogs will learn obedience, companionship, and responsible dog ownership. All dogs must be current on all vaccinations and have all puppy vaccinations. Meets the first and third Monday of the month. Click HERE for the 2023/2024 forms. For more info, contact 4-H Agent MacKenzie Preece at [email protected].
4-H Dog Club
4-H Dog Club
Open to youth ages 9-18 years old. Youth and their dogs will learn obedience, companionship, and responsible dog ownership. All dogs must be current on all vaccinations and have all puppy vaccinations. Meets the first and third Monday of the month. Click HERE for the 2023/2024 forms. For more info, contact 4-H Agent MacKenzie Preece at [email protected].
3 events,
Kids Pottery Classes
Kids Pottery Classes
Kids Class from 4-5pm Ages 7-17 (Classes individualized for each student & level) Each session includes 4 classes beginning on the first Tuesday of the month Kids classes are a way to explore clay while expanding creativity, problem solving, and building artistic techniques. Students will handbuild, throw on the wheel, and glaze. As students continue to attend monthly classes they...
4H: Beginner Sewing Club
4H: Beginner Sewing Club
For Fourth grade and up. Beginner sewing club is for youth to learn the basics of sewing and begin easy projects!
0 events,
1 event,
STEAM for Teens
STEAM for Teens
Teens, join us monthly to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM). This program is offered in partnership with Kentucky Cooperative Extension at Kentucky State University and University of Kentucky.. All teens in grades 6-12 are welcome; registration is not required. In December, explore the beauty of snow and ice. Teen events are exclusively for middle and high school...
1 event,
Teen Clay Night
Teen Clay Night
Ages: Middle - High School Teen/Tween Night is developed as an introductory and exploratory class in clay. Students will increase their knowledge of clay or continue building on their knowledge in a fun and artistic environment. Pottery will be ready for pick up in 2 to 3 weeks, and you will receive an email or text when finished. These are...
1 event,
Breakfast with a Book
Breakfast with a Book
Join us for a meeting of Breakfast with a Book, where we will discuss The Lives of a Cell by Lewis Thomas. This book discussion group is for people who enjoy reading a variety of good books in both fiction and nonfiction. The group meets every four weeks on Saturday morning for a continental breakfast and book discussion. If you have questions...