The 2012 “One Book One Bluegrass” book of the year is A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson.
To tie in to this statewide program, Camera Club wants your photos of the great outdoors.
For the next two months, please submit your best “outdoors” photos to mcplcameraclub@gmail.com. Please include your name and location where the photos were taken. Photos will be selected for display at both Madison County Public Library locations. Three contributors will receive a free “One Book One Bluegrass” t-shirt.
This assignment would be a wonderful excuse to revisit your favorite trails (Anglin Falls, the Pinnacles, Red River Gorge, the Appalachian Trail, etc)
One Book One Bluegrass 2012: Program Listing by County
CLARK COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
370 South Burns Ave., Winchester, KY, 40391
(859) 744-5661
Contact: Julie Maruskin
Kentucky Underfoot: History and Day-Hiking in the Bluegrass Region
Tuesday, April 3, 6:30 – 7:30PM
Join Brook and Barb Elliott, the authors of the acclaimed book Hiking Kentucky for a quick look at the history of some of Kentucky’s most fascinating trails. The Elliotts will also feature a guide to the best trails in the Bluegrass, and basic planning for successful day hikes.
Appalachian Books2Eat
Saturday, April 7, 1 - 2:30PM
Books2Eat is a yearly celebration of the birthday of famous French gastronome, Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin. Join Clark County patrons and staff in celebrating both Books2Eat celebrations and Bill Bryson’s book A Walk in the Woods by creating an edible treat with an Appalachian theme.
Entries will be available for viewing between 1 and 2:30 pm. At 2:30 a panel of judges will review the entries and award prizes and ribbons. All participants are encouraged to sample the entries following judging!
For more information or to register to participate call the Library at 859-744-5661, or by email john.clarkbooks@gmail.com.
My Appalachian Trail: A Reading by Members of the Clark County Public Library’s Write Local Writer’s Club
Saturday, April 7, 2 – 3PM
During the Books2Eat Feast, members of the Write Local Writers Group will read from their works, many of which are memoir, all of which deal with their experiences as writers from Kentucky. Featured readers will be Betty Barker, Hazel Bush, Berdine Dent, Harry Enoch, Leon Lacey, John Maruskin, Lenora Perkins, Don Rose, and Chuck Witt.
Registration is not necessary. For more information, call or email, John Maruskin, at 859-744-5661, ext. 110, or john.clarkbooks@gmail.com.
Edible and Medicinal Plants All Around
Saturday, April 7, 1 – 4:30PM
Join Winchester-based Craig and Jennifer Caudill, owners of Bluegrass Budokai and the Nature Reliance School , for a fascinating look at edible and medicinal plants found easily anywhere in Kentucky. After a short introduction to these plants, the Caudills will lead a walk around the library’s five-acre greenspace and the surrounding neighborhood to point out examples of the dozens of plant species available.
Taste of the Wild: Edible Landscaping with Kentucky's Forest Trees
Thursday, April 12, 6:30-7:30PM
Landscaping with Kentucky's native edible tree species for beauty and great tasting fruits and nuts while broadening the range of these splendid forest trees. A quick guide to care and propagation of several species such as paw-paw, persimmon, black and white oaks, walnut and hickory, as well as the naturalized beauties black cherry and crabapple. Participants receive a young live persimmon or black cherry to take home.
A Walk in the Woods Book Lunch
Thursday, April 19, 12-1PM
The selection for this month’s Book Lunch is Bill Bryson’s A Walk in the Woods, the focus of our regional libraries’ One Book One Bluegrass celebration. Adult Services librarian, John Maruskin, will talk about Bill Bryson’s book in relation to the fascinating history of the trail and stories of others who have made the trek from Georgia to Maine. This program is free and open to the public. A light lunch will be served before the presentation, so registration is required: please call in advance the Clark County Public Library at 859-744-5661 or email us at ccpl40391@yahoo.com by Tuesday, April 17.
Walk the Lower Howard’s Creek Nature Preserve
(Walkers meet at the Lower Howard’s Creek Preserve)
Saturday, April 28, 10AM-12PM
Lower Howard’s Creek preservationist and trail guide Clare Sipple will introduce you to one of Central Kentucky’s hidden treasures: the breathtaking wildflowers and historical archaeological sites of this corner of Clark County. Dress for navigating natural trails and pathways; sturdy sneakers or hiking shoes are a must. No registration required – simply come with a friend and a camera.
PAUL SAWYIER PUBLIC LIBRARY
319 Wapping Street, Frankfort, KY, 40601
(502) 352-2665
Contact: Diane Dehoney
The Woods of Your Watershed
Tuesday, April 10, 6:30PM
The Woods & Waters Land Trust is a local conservation organization whose mission is to protect forested lands and riparian areas in the lower Kentucky watershed and promote sustainable land use throughout the region. Join President Chris Schimmoeller as she presents a visual history of the region and its land use including a discussion of outstanding natural features, threats to the region’s ecology, and options for land conservation. No registration required.
Wildflowers across Kentucky
Thursday, April 12, 6:30PM
Presented by Dr. Thomas Barnes, this webinar will depict Kentucky through the eyes of a naturalist, showcasing the unique wildflowers found across the state. The journey will begin at the highest peak on Big Black Mountain and end at the lowest elevation in Fulton County along the Mississippi River. Both unique and common wildflowers occurring in each region will be presented, along with other natural features such as arches and waterfalls. Dr. Barnes is a Professor and Extension Wildlife Specialist in the University of Kentucky’s Department of Forestry. Registration required.
A Walk in the Woods Book Discussion
Saturday, April 14, 9:30AM
Monday, April 30, 6:30PM
Join us to discuss this year’s One Book, One Bluegrass selection. Registration required.
Tales from the Trail:
An Appalachian Trail Panel Discussion
Tuesday, April 24, 6:30PM
Join experienced Kentucky hikers as they share stories of their personal adventures on the Appalachian Trail. No registration required.
A Walk in the Capital City
Saturday, April 28, 10:00AM
Join Frankfort Parks and Recreation Outreach Staff as they lead a trail walk in the capital’s own Leslie Morris Park. Located at the Fort Hill historic site, the park is surrounded by 124 acres of forest and is home to a trail virtually unchanged in over a century. Walk the trail, enjoy the flora and fauna that inhabit the forest, and take in spectacular views of downtown Frankfort from atop the hill. Registration required.
WOODFORD COUNTY LIBRARY
Versailles Library: 115 North Main Street, Versailles, KY, 40383, (859) 873-5191
Midway Branch: 400 Northside Drive, Midway, KY, 40347, (859) 846-4014
Contact: John Crawford or Emily Saderholm
Book Discussions
Monday, April 9, 6:30PM, Midway Branch
Thursday, April 19, 6:30PM, Versailles Library
Pick up a copy of A Walk in the Woods and get in on the discussion.
Nature Journaling
Thursday, April 12, 6PM, Versailles Library
You don’t have to be an artist to observe and record the natural world around you. Naturalist and artist Roberta Burnes will explore different techniques and exercises that will inspire you to keep your own nature journal. Bring a journal or sketch pad and writing implements of your choice. Registration required. Call (859) 873-5191 to sign up.
A Walk in the Bluegrass at Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary
Saturday April 21, 10am
Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary: 1305 Germany Road, Frankfort, KY 40601
Join us for a mile long hike guided by the manager of the Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary, Tim Williams. No dogs or other pets allowed. Registration required. Call (859) 873-5191 to sign up. Meet at the library at 9am to go over to Buckley Wildlife or meet us there.
Directions from Lexington on US 60 Westbound: Take US 60 into downtown Versailles. Turn right onto Main Street. Turn left onto Elm Street. Proceed on Elm Street / McCracken Pike (Kentucky 1659) for approximately 8.2 miles. Turn left onto Watts Ferry Rd. (Kentucky 1964) and proceed for approximately 1.1 miles. Turn right onto Germany Road and proceed for approximately 1.4 miles. Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary will be on the left.
Directions from Frankfort on US 60 Eastbound: Take US 60 into Woodford County. Turn right on to Steele Rd. Take a slight right onto McCracken-Steele Rd. (Kentucky 2331) and proceed for approximately ¾ of a mile. Turn right onto McCracken Pike (Kentucky 1659) and proceed for approximately 1.8 miles. Turn left onto Watts Ferry Rd. (Kentucky 1964) and proceed for approximately 1.1. miles. Turn right onto Germany Road and proceed for approximately 1.4 miles. Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary will be on left.
Backpacking 101
Thursday, April 26, 6:30PM, Versailles Library.
Local Boy Scout Troop Leader Bill Klier will lead an introduction to backpacking, including what to expect, proper equipment and convenient local trails. Registration required. Call (859) 873-5191 to sign up.
Upriver Appalachian Mountain Music
Sunday, April 29, 3PM, Versailles Library
Upriver weaves traditional Celtic and Appalachian Mountain music together with stories of the people who carried it from their Celtic homelands to America. Check them out on Facebook for a preview to their show. No registration required.
PARIS-BOURBON COUNTY LIBRARY
701 High Street, Paris, KY, 40361
(859) 987-4419
Contact: Mark Adler
Bourbon County Photo Contest
Monday, April 2 - Saturday, April 21
The Paris-Bourbon County Library is hosting a Bourbon County Scenery contest and you are invited to participate. Each participant is encouraged to submit no more than their favorite three photos showing off the lovely Bourbon County countryside or even the urban outdoors. Photo submissions for the photo contest are due to the Library no later than 2:30 pm.
Build Your Own Bagel Birdhouse!
Tuesday, April 3, 6:00-7:30PM
The migratory birds are returning! What better way to welcome them back (as well as share with the non-migratories) than a special-made birdhouse.
A Walk in The Woods Kickoff Party
Thursday, April 5, 5:30-6:30PM
Join us for a lively party to start off a month long celebration of Bill Bryson’s book A Walk in the Woods.
Brown Bag Book Club
Monday, April 9, 12:00-1:00PM
The Brown Bag Book Club will pick up a copy of A Walk in the Woods to discuss at a later meeting.
Classic Movie Night
Tuesday, April 10, 6:00-7:45PM
Enjoy a free movie that is appropriate for all ages and that will be appealing to any who appreciate A Walk in the Woods.
Fly Fishing with Gordon Krist
Thursday, April 19, 6:30-7:45PM
Come learn from fly fishing master Gordon Krist. Gordon spent many years working in Alaska and has firsthand experience landing the big ones!
A Walk in the Bourbon County Bluegrass
Saturday, April 21, 1:00-3:00PM
The Paris-Bourbon County Library and a local landowner are hosting a walk in the Bourbon County Bluegrass. Rain or shine, come join a walk across the beautiful Bourbon County rolling hills, learn about local history, and meet a biologist who will be on hand to help with bird and other identification! What better way to celebrate (a day ahead of time) Earth Day?
Save the Environment Board Game Night
Tuesday, April 24, 6:00-7:45PM
Have fun and learn about the environment at the same time! Appropriate games will be available for all ages.
Community Wide Book Discussion
Thursday, April 26, 6:30-7:45PM
Join Library staff and fellow patrons to discuss and share ideas about A Walk in the Woods.
Kentucky State University Mobile Environmental Education Unit
Friday, April 27
KSU will bring their mobile environmental education unit to the Library to provide short environmental education courses for people of all ages. Come learn about preserving the countryside!
Edible Landscaping
Saturday, April 28, 1PM
Julie Maruskin will teach you how make your yard both beautiful as well as bounteously edible. Begin turning your yard from a poisonous threat into a kid-safe, animal safe space.
Photo Contest Open House
Saturday, April 28
Visit the Library for an open house displaying the many photo submissions and be certain to be present for the announcement of the contest winners!
SCOTT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
104 South Bradford Lane, Georgetown, KY 40324
(502) 863-3566
Contact: Melissa Gibson or Earlene Arnett
Landscaping 101: Wildflowers and Native Plants
Tuesday, April 10, 7:00PM
Dr. Tom Barnes of the University of Kentucky Department of Forestry will present a program on landscaping with wildflowers and native plants.
A Walk in the Bluegrass: Nature Photography Workshop Weekend
April 13-15
Friday, April 13, 2:00PM: Nature photographer John Snell will hold a workshop on nature photography in preparation for a nature photography hike at "The Reservoir" the following day.
Saturday, April 14, 7:00AM: Nature photography hike at the reservoir with John Snell - for the serious shutterbugs!
Saturday, April 14, 10:00AM: The general public is invited to hike the reservoir with nature guides.
Sunday, April 15, 2:00PM: The third part of our photography weekend when the brave souls who have been out at 7:00 a.m. with John come back to have their photographs critiqued.
Edible Landscaping
Tuesday, April 17, 7:00PM
Julie Maruskin will teach you how make your yard both beautiful as well as bounteously edible. Begin turning your yard from a poisonous threat into a kid-safe, animal safe space.
A Walk in the Woods: Book Discussion
Saturday, April 21, 2:00PM
Come and discuss the 2012 One Book One Bluegrass selection, Bill Bryson’s A Walk in the Woods.
Downtown Walk
Wednesday, April 25; Book Discussion begins at 11:30AM, Walk begins at 12:00PM
Discuss A Walk in the Woods, then take a walk through the health fair in downtown Georgetown!
Upriver Music
Monday, April 30, 7:00PM
Upriver Music will present a concert of haunting Appalachian music for our grand finale.
ANDERSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
114 N. Main St., Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-6420
Contact: Athena Gentry
Geodes: Rocks, Minerals, and Fossils presented by Matt Brennan
Saturday, April 7, 1PM
Matt will discuss names and ranking of minerals, crystal systems, formation and types of rocks, what is a rock, how is it formed, and types of rocks, what is, how it is formed, and types of fossils around our area, geodes, how they are formed, regions where they can be found, time period in which it forms, and minerals found in geodes. Also included will be the geological time scale, what it is, time period region in which we live, and dates of time periods. Matt will bring several rocks, minerals, crystals, and fossils for presentation.
Attracting Birds to your Backyard presented by Marycarol Cooper
Thursday, April 12, 6:30PM
Marycarol Cooper is the newly retired director of the Native Plant Program at the Salato Wildlife Education Center in Frankfort. She is a wildlife Biologist and very active in the Sierra Club. She will be presenting a program about native birds, where they live, where they go in winter, why many are in decline and how to attract them to your backyard. She will have an interesting presentation on songbirds as well.
Anderson County Public Library’s A Walk in the Bluegrass
Saturday, April 14, 2PM Wildlife Managed Area @ Palmer/Old River Road Anderson County.
APL’s Walk/hike will be located at the Wildlife Managed Area at end of Palmer Road in Anderson County. The area consists of hilly to gently sloping woodland terrain, with cleared ridge tops. The upper reaches are flat bottomlands with steep hillsides. Squirrel, rabbit, deer, quail, dove, turkey, and other furbearers can be found there. This WMA is also a waterfowl refuge area. Representatives from the Department of Fish and Wildlife will be on hand to guide the walk/hike and provide information on the wildlife, plant life, and aquatic life in the area. The DFW will also provide a pulled trailer with hay bails for anyone that would like to ride back to the parking area or has limitations. The walking trail is flat and easily manageable. Dogs are welcome on a leash. No Horses or ATV’s.
A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson Community Book Discussion
Monday, April 16, 6:30PM
Join the community and APL’s Book Club to discuss our One Book One Bluegrass book selection.
How to Make Your Own Walking Stick presented by Richard Day
Tuesday, April 17, 7PM
Richard Day will teach how to turn an ordinary tobacco stick into a work of art. He will bring and share examples of each process in the transformation and share with the public how to easily do it ourselves. No materials are needed.
Raptor Rehab of Louisville presents Birds of Prey
Saturday, April 21, 1PM
The program will feature five of our birds, a Barn Owl, Great Horned Owl, Red-Tailed Hawk, Turkey Vulture and a Peregrine Falcon. The program will feature a wide range of information about the specific bird and how it came to Raptor Rehab, the role raptors play in the wild, and the status of the species. LIVE BIRDS!
Foraging in Anderson County- Edible, Medicinal and Poisonous Plants presented by John Strang
Monday, April 23, 6PM
John Strang is a Professor of Horticulture for the University of Kentucky. He is a fruit and vegetable specialist. Mr. Strang will be using his background in horticulture and applying it to the local walker/hiker to identify just what is in our own back yard and along our wooded trails.
The Beauty of Butterflies presented by Cheryl Snow
Thursday, April 26, 7PM
Cheryl Snow is a biologist and has raised butterflies. She will be discussing the natural habitat of butterflies, how to attract them to your yard. Cheryl has helped our library with our own butterfly garden that has grown in to a popular attraction in and around our community.
Nature Photography featuring Lois Todd
Saturday, April 28, 8AM APL’s library garden
The public is invited to bring your camera and join us as we “Shoot” all the new life in our gardens. Lois Todd is a local and regional multi-talented, accomplished painter with a knack for nature photography as well.
****Please add to the Brochure that APL will be giving away to all patrons that come to any of our programs, 7 inch Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis) native tree seedlings.
LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
140 East Main Street, Lexington, KY 40507
(859) 231-5500
Contact: Jennie Seo
The Art & Science of Tracking with Craig Caudill
Wednesday, April 4, 7PM
Village Branch
Have you ever looked at tracks in the ground and wondered who or what made them. Come to this program and learn how to not only look at tracks but actually learn how to see them and find the story they are telling. Part science and part art, learning how to read tracks is fun and enjoyable for all of us. Craig Caudill is the Director and Chief Instructor of Nature Reliance School (NRS). NRS leads students in all things outdoors including hiking basics, wilderness survival, land navigation and much, much more. Mr. Caudill has taught hundreds of adults and youth and will bring nearly 4 decades of woods experience and learning to this program. Reservations required. Please call the Village Branch at 231-5500 to make a reservation.
Edible and Medicinal Plants with Craig Caudill
Tuesday, April 10, 7PM
Eagle Creek
Come learn how what most of us call weeds are actually very beneficial species of plants for overall well-being. This class will look at common species of plants found in Central Kentucky and how they can benefit you in many ways ranging from making a great salad to field expedient first aid in the wilderness. Reservations required. Please call the Eagle Creek Branch at 231-5500 to make a reservation.
“Happy Hour” Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, April 11, 6PM
Al’s Bar
Guided hike with the Sierra Club
Friday, April 13, 1PM
Floracliff Nature Sanctuary
Floracliff Nature Sanctuary (floracliff.org) a Kentucky State Nature Preserve in Fayette County, on April 13th at 1:00 p.m. Call or email leader at 859-277-0656 or mccooper050952@gmail.com to register and for directions. Limit 20 participants. Rating=moderate.
Reforest the Bluegrass
Saturday, April 14, 9AM
Legacy Trail
Begun in 1999, Reforest the Bluegrass is a cooperative effort among various departments of Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government. Its purpose is to improve streamside water quality, aquatic and grassland habitats, and overall land stability by planting tree seedlings that were once native to the inner Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. Through the efforts of over 8,500 volunteers, Reforest the Bluegrass has planted more than 195,000 seedlings in the last twelve years. This event is in partnership with the Lexington Public Library’s Green Committee. Reservations required. Please call the Tates Creek Branch at 231-5500 to make a reservation.
Guided hike with the Sierra Club
Saturday, April 14, 10AM
Raven Run
Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, 3885 Raven Run Way, Lexington on April 14th at 10:00 a.m. Call or email leaders, Faith Eastwood Shore and Dick Shore at 859-268-1323, or feastwoodshore@insightbb.com to register and for directions to car pool location. Limit 20. Families encouraged. Rating=easy.
A Walk through Lexington’s Wild Past with Jan Marshall
Saturday, April 14, 1PM
Central Library
Join Kentucky Room Librarian Jan Marshall for ‘A Walk through Lexington’s Wild Past.’ The tour begins at the library’s Central location at 1pm and will last for approximately 1 hour. The tour will include a visit to the former site of Lexington’s Old Fort, as well as Patterson Cabin, and a discussion of the Lexington Gazette – Lexington’s first newspaper. Limit 20. Reservations required. Please call the Central Library at 231-5500 to make a reservation.
Book Brunch (book discussion group)
Wednesday, April 18, 9:30AM
Tates Creek Branch
“Happy Hour“ Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, April 18, 6:00PM
Common Grounds Coffee House
Leave Only Footprints, Take Better Photos: an introduction to nature photography in Kentucky with John Snell
Wednesday, April 18, 7:00PM
Tates Creek Branch
“Ever since 1980,when I traded a friend $100 and two pickup truckloads of firewood for an old Minolta camera and two lenses, my life has not been the same. Each year, I spend numerous hours lugging heavy camera equipment through various venues, most often Red River Gorge in eastern Kentucky, searching for expressions of nature that speak to me in a special way. Sometimes I succeed photographically, but many times I just enjoy the walk in the woods...the mountains...beside streams and waterfalls. The effort is always refreshing and exciting." John Snell. Reservations required. Please call the Tates Creek Branch at 231-5500 to make a reservation.
Wilderness Survival and Methodology with Craig Caudill
Thursday, April 19, 7:00PM
Beaumont Branch
Survival is a game of priorities. Craig Caudill of Nature Reliance School will lead the program participants on the basics of survival methodology. This will include an easy to understand and remember way of prioritizing your needs in any given survival situation whether it be for wilderness survival or urban/disaster preparedness. Reservations required. Please call the Beaumont Branch at 231-5500 to make a reservation.
Living Lightly by Bluegrass PRIDE
Monday, April 23, 7:00PM
Northside Branch
Elizabeth Mortenson of Bluegrass PRIDE will discuss the ways our culture relies on nature and why it's important to live lightly...even if you don't ever plan to hike the Appalachian Trail! Reservations required. Please call the Northside Branch at 231-5500 to make a reservation.
Rain Gardens by Bluegrass PRIDE
Tuesday, April 24, 7PM
Eagle Creek Branch
Join Bluegrass PRIDE as they discuss the basics of what a rain garden is, how to construct one on your property, what plants to use, and the environmental benefits of installing a rain garden. Reservations required. Please call the Eagle Creek Branch at 231-5500 to make a reservation.
Land Navigation with Craig Caudill
Tuesday, April 24, 7PM
Tates Creek Branch
Come learn how to take a map and compass and turn them into a wealth of information for you. This program will show how to use the map and compass separately on their own, as well as how to utilize them together to make your next outdoor adventure more enjoyable. Reservations required. Please call the Tates Creek Branch at 231-5500 to make a reservation.
Wildflower Myths and Realities with Tom Barnes
Thursday, April 26, 7PM
Tates Creek Branch
Did you know that poison hemlock is so toxic that just three leaves will kill you? Or perhaps you enjoy a dose of “poke salad” in the spring, or go on the annual “dry land fish” hunt. Barnes, author of Rare Wildflowers of Kentucky, says humans and plants have a fascinating history: we have affected plants through artificial selection and plants have affected us. Barnes tells many plant stories and discusses what is happening to rare plants in Kentucky. Reservations required. Please call the Tates Creek Branch at 231-5500 to make a reservation.
A Walk in the Bluegrass
Saturday, April 28, 1PM
McConnell Springs
Join us for the Lexington Public Library's One Book One Bluegrass main event, a guided tour of McConnell Springs, the birthplace of Lexington. We'll explore the beauty and history of our own precious natural resources as part of a 10-county community read of the book, A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson. Reservations required. Please call the Tates Creek Branch at 231-5500 to make a reservation.
McConnell Springs is located off Old Frankfort Pike inside New Circle Road near downtown Lexington. From either direction on New Circle Road, take Old Frankfort Pike toward Lexington. Turn right on McConnell Springs Drive (directly across from the Fire Training Center). Turn left at the dead-end onto Cahill Drive, then turn right on Rebmann Drive and enter The Springs parking lot.
Environmentally Friendly Landscaping by Bluegrass PRIDE
Monday, April 30, 6:30PM
Beaumont Branch
Bluegrass PRIDE will present easy and low-cost ways to manage your yard, garden, and landscaping in an environmentally-friendly manner. Reservations required. Please call the Beaumont Branch at 231-5500 to make a reservation.
MADISON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Richmond location: 507 W. Main Street, Richmond, KY, 40475, (859) 623-6704
Berea location: 319 Chestnut Street, Berea, KY, 40403, (859) 986-7112
Contact: Christina Cornelison
Tree Identification
Monday, April 2, 6:30PM, Madison County Public Library – Berea
Tuesday, April 24, 6:30PM, Madison County Public Library – Richmond
Doug McLaren of University of Kentucky Forestry Department will teach participants methods of tree identification in this interactive program.
Wood Magic!
Tuesday, April 10, 3PM, Madison County Public Library – Berea
Tuesday, April 10, 6PM, Madison County Public Library – Richmond
Terry Conners of the University of Kentucky Forestry Department will demonstrate the many ways wood is used in our daily lives. He will identify the different wood varieties in Kentucky and discuss how a tree becomes a wooden object. Participants will receive a “bubble blower,” a piece of wood porous enough to absorb a soapy liquid, to take home! Fun for all ages!
Wildflowers across Kentucky
Thursday, April 12, 6:30PM, Madison County Public Library - Berea
Presented by Dr. Thomas Barnes, this live, interactive webinar will depict Kentucky through the eyes of a naturalist, showcasing the unique wildflowers found across the state. The journey will begin at the highest peak on Big Black Mountain and end at the lowest elevation in Fulton County along the Mississippi River. Both unique and common wildflowers occurring in each region will be presented, along with other natural features such as arches and waterfalls. Dr. Barnes is a Professor and Extension Wildlife Specialist in the University of Kentucky’s Department of Forestry.
Rock and Fossil Identification
Saturday, April 21, 12PM, Madison County Public Library – Richmond
Find relics of the past in your own backyard! Eastern Kentucky University Geography and Geology Professor Jack Moody will lead participants through a rural area of Madison County and demonstrate methods of rock and fossil identification in this hands-on program. Meet at the Madison County Public Library’s Richmond location at 12PM, then travel to the site, which is off of Red House Road in northern Madison County.
A Historic Walk in Madison County: Bluegrass Army Depot
Sunday, April 22, 3PM, Bluegrass Army Depot
Celebrate Earth Day with an outdoor walk through a Madison County historic landmark! Phillip Seyfrit of the Battlefield of Richmond Association will lead the tour, which covers a portion of the original – and until recently inaccessible – Civil War battlefield site. Please contact the library at 859-623-6704 for our specific meeting spot.
Book Discussion: A Walk in the Woods
Tuesday Night Book Group: Tuesday, April 24, 6:30PM, Madison County Public Library – Berea
Thursday Night Book Group: Thursday, April 26, 6:30PM, Madison County Public Library – Richmond
Join our book groups in April and discuss A Walk in the Woods! Copies of the books are available for book group participants at either library’s circulation desk.
Insect Identification
Wednesday, April 25, 6PM, Madison County Public Library – Richmond
Friday, April 27, 12PM, Madison County Public Library – Berea
Always wanted to learn more about bugs and other creepies crawling in your own backyard? Come join Amanda Sears, horticulture agent for Madison County, while she teaches the differences in the insect orders and how to use a key for identification. She will also review helpful identification books and websites to use. Please register in advance by contacting the library hosting the session you wish to attend.
Upriver Appalachian Mountain Music
Saturday, April 28, 1PM, Madison County Public Library - Berea
Upriver weaves traditional Celtic and Appalachian Mountain music together with stories of the people who carried it from their Celtic homelands to America. Check them out on Facebook for a preview to their show!
A Walk in the Bluegrass: Indian Fort Mountain Trail
Sunday, April 29, 2PM, Indian Fort Mountain Trail
Join us for an afternoon hike through Madison County’s own mountain trail! Glen Dandeneau of the Berea College Forestry Department will lead the hike. For specific meeting spot, please contact the library at 859-986-7112 or 859-623-6704.
Directions to Indian Fort Trail from I-75: Take I-75 south to Madison County. Take exit 77 for KY-595 S. Turn left onto KY-595 S/Walnut Meadow Rd. Take the first right onto Walnut Meadow Rd. Continue onto N Main St. Turn left onto Prospect St. Continue onto Big Hill Rd. Turn left onto Blue Lick Rd. Take a slight right onto Davis Hollow Rd.
NICHOLAS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
223 North Broadway Street, Carlisle, KY, 40311
(859) 289-5595
Contact: Becky Reid
A Walk in the Bluegrass: Blue Licks State Park
Saturday, April 28, 1PM
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