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SUMMARY:June Gallery Hop and Carnegie Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the June Gallery Hop as we continue to celebrate Lexington’s 250th anniversary with the Carnegie Center’s exhibition\, “The City is Alive.” \nYou’ll also have the opportunity to make a donation and take home a hand printed Cricket Press poster from the past 15+ years of the Kentucky Great Writers series. \nOpen from May 16 to June 20 in our Skydome Gallery\, “The City is Alive” showcases original works that capture the vibrant\, storied history of Lexington — from vibrant event photography and nostalgic promotional posters to any medium that reflects the energy\, beauty\, and moments that have brought color and community to our home. Through art\, we’ll honor the people\, places\, and shared experiences that keep the spirit of Lexington alive. \nFeatured artists:\nMercedes Harn\nBryce Oquaye\nFemi Oyeniran\nfrankie sisman\nBrian Turner\nMikey Winsor\nBea Van Lanen \nTo volunteer at the opening please visit:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EABA72BA6FDC61-54742256-gallery#/
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/june-gallery-hop-and-carnegie-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Gallery Hop,Kentucky Great Writers
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250620T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250620T190000
DTSTAMP:20250407T192645Z
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SUMMARY:Tatiana Aristizábal presents El Caballero del Páramo
DESCRIPTION:Join Colombian visual artist Tatiana Aristizábal for a special presentation of her photobook El Caballero del Páramo. \nIn her talk\, she will discuss her artistic practice and the process of creating the book and how her themes of memory\, territory\, and ecology shaped the final work. El Caballero del Páramo reflects personal and collective narratives yet remains rooted in the silent existence of Colombia’s páramos during armed conflict\, using moss as material and metaphor.
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/tatiana-aristizabal-presents-el-caballero-del-paramo/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250617T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250617T193000
DTSTAMP:20250604T165111Z
CREATED:20250602T153814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T165111Z
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SUMMARY:Kentucky Voices Rising: Songs of Social Change
DESCRIPTION:The first workshop in our “Kentucky Voices Rising: Songs of Social Change” series. \nThis interactive community singalong explores how Kentuckians have used music to advocate for social change throughout our history. \nAbout This Workshop:\nLed by Carla Gover and Mitch Barrett of the beloved Kentucky group Zoe Speaks\, this evening will feature original and traditional songs of resistance from Appalachia. They’ll share insights into their songwriting process and discuss how music serves as a powerful tool for social justice. \nWhat to Expect:\nOriginal songs from Zoe Speaks (a must-attend for fans!)\nTraditional Appalachian resistance songs\nBehind-the-scenes look at the songwriting process\nGroup singing with provided lyrics – no experience necessary!\nDiscussion about music as a tool for social change\nInteractive\, welcoming atmosphere for all \nAbout the Series:\nThis is the first of three workshops exploring Kentucky’s rich musical heritage of social change. Future sessions will feature guest artists sharing civil rights anthems from the Black Community and Latin American voices in Kentucky. Each workshop combines historical information\, group singing\, and meaningful discussion. \nAll Are Welcome! \nNo musical experience required – just bring your voice and an open heart. Lyrics will be provided for all songs. This is a family-friendly\, accessible event designed to bring our community together through the power of music and shared stories. \nCome discover how Kentucky’s musicians have shaped movements for justice\, and add your voice to this continuing tradition! \nEvent Details\nDate: Tuesday\, June 17th\nTime: 6:00 – 7:30 PM\nLocation: Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning\, Lexington\, KY\nCost: FREE and open to the public\nContact: carla@carlagover.com \nTo register\, please visit: https://carnegiecenterlex.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SPr000001usraMAA \nFor more information\, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Gq7Dv3L9Q/ \n 
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/kentucky-voices-rising-songs-of-social-change/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250613T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250613T220000
DTSTAMP:20250611T165848Z
CREATED:20250516T182023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T165848Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Literary Hoedown
DESCRIPTION:Join emcee LeTonia Jones for an evening of readings\, books and dancing! \nFeaturing Ondine Quinn\, Renee Rigdon\, Willie Carver\, NitaJade and Savannah Sipple. \nSponsored by 250Lex\, JustFund\, Kentucky Arts Council\, and LexArts \nTo volunteer at this event\, please visit:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EABA72BA6FDC61-56967656-queer
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/queer-literary-hoedown-2025/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative,Readings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250608
DTSTAMP:20250430T152359Z
CREATED:20250204T200113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T152359Z
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SUMMARY:Books in Progress Conference June 5-7
DESCRIPTION:This year’s keynote speaker will be Meg Shaffer\, bestselling author of The Wishing Game and The Lost Story.  \n“The Books in Progress Conference at the Carnegie Center ended up being a timely and integral nudge for my final revision of Back to Blue Holly. I experienced two baby epiphanies: I needed to revise again\, this time deeply and with strategy and my first page wasn’t all that bad. I left the conference with the drive and confidence to dig back in.” – Beth Pride\, author of Back to Blue Holly \nGrow your writing in sessions and panels led by top authors\, editors\, and writing professionals. Virtual one-on-one pitches with literary agents will be available after the conference. \n  \n 
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/books-in-progress-conference/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250529T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250529T190000
DTSTAMP:20250414T145426Z
CREATED:20250414T145426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T145426Z
UID:4054-1748539800-1748545200@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:LexPoMo 2025 Launch Reading
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, people gather online to write for Lexington Poetry Month – as much as one poem per day per contributor\, for all of June. From this work\, an anthology is produced that includes a poem from each writer.\n\nThis year\, Workhorse Publishing is excited to announce our reading from 2024’s anthology just in time to kick off LexPoMo 2025!\n\nSign ups to read will happen on site before we begin. Guests are welcome!\n\n\nThursday\, May 29\, 2025\, 5:30 p.m.
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/lexpomo-2025-launch-reading/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250528T200000
DTSTAMP:20250501T175321Z
CREATED:20250429T183403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T175321Z
UID:4216-1748458800-1748462400@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:Poetry Reading & International Tea Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with Poetry & TeaJoin us for a special evening featuring local AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) authors as they share their poetic works. \n📚 Hear powerful\, original poetry🍵 Enjoy an international tea tasting🎉 FREE and open to the public \nPresented in partnership with Get HAAPI.
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/poetry-reading-international-tea-tasting/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250521T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250521T203000
DTSTAMP:20250429T173857Z
CREATED:20250429T173857Z
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UID:3466-1747852200-1747859400@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:Kentucky Great Writers Series - May 2025
DESCRIPTION:The May edition of the Kentucky Great Writers Series will feature readings by: Willie Carver (Gay Poems For Red States)\, Alix Harrow (Starling House) and Dorian Hairston (Pretend The Ball Is Named Jim Crow). \nWednesday May 21st at 6:30pm. \nThe Kentucky Great Writers Series features writers with a Kentucky connection who have one or more works of high literary quality. \nFor more information about the Kentucky Great Writers Series\, please visit: https://carnegiecenterlex.org/events/kentucky-great-writers-series/ \nIf you would like to volunteer at this event:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EABA72BA6FDC61-54741377-kentucky#/
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/kentucky-great-writers-may-21/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Kentucky Great Writers,Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250516T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250620T190000
DTSTAMP:20250501T171542Z
CREATED:20250501T171456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T171542Z
UID:3449-1747414800-1750446000@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:Gallery Hop - The City Is Alive
DESCRIPTION:Join us in continuing Lexington’s 250th anniversary celebration with the Carnegie Center’s May and June 2025 Gallery Hop exhibition\, “The City is Alive.” Open from May 16 to June 20\, this exhibit showcases original works that capture the vibrant\, storied history of Lexington — from vibrant event photography and nostalgic promotional posters to any medium that reflects the energy\, beauty\, and moments that have brought color and community to our home. Through art\, we’ll honor the people\, places\, and shared experiences that keep the spirit of Lexington alive. \nFeatured artists:\nMercedes Harn\nBryce Oquaye\nFemi Oyeniran\nfrankie sisman\nBrian Turner\nMikey Winsor\nBea Van Lanen \nOpening reception May 16\, 5-8pm in the Skydome Gallery \nTo volunteer at the opening please visit:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EABA72BA6FDC61-54742256-gallery#/
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/may-gallery-hop-city-alive/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Gallery Hop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250515T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20250430T172329Z
CREATED:20250430T172329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T172329Z
UID:4230-1747333800-1747339200@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:Burn The Mic featuring makalani bandele
DESCRIPTION:Burn The Mic featuring makalani bandele \nThe Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative’s BURN THE MIC series\, hosted by Affrilachian poet JC McPherson\, is a vibrant platform amplifying the voices and creativity of writers and spoken word artists in the heart of Kentucky. This dynamic series provides a welcoming space for poets\, storytellers\, and wordsmiths to share their narratives\, fostering a sense of community and celebration. \nMay 15th\, 7-8pm\, sign ups start at 6:30pm
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/burn-the-mic-featuring-makalani-bandele/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250512T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250512T190000
DTSTAMP:20250429T182649Z
CREATED:20250403T160639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T182649Z
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SUMMARY:Black & Lit Book Club with Kristen Gentry
DESCRIPTION:The May edition of Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative’s Black & Lit Book Club will be discussing Mama Said by Kristen Gentry with the author Monday\, May 12th from 6-7pm. \nMama Said separates from stereotypes of Black families\, presenting instead the joy\, humor\, and love that coexist with the trauma of drug abuse within communities. Kristen Gentry’s stories showcase the wide-reaching repercussions of addiction and the ties that forever bind daughters to their mothers\, flaws and all. \nThe event is free and online. \nRegistration is required and the first 25 registrants will receive a free copy of the book. \nSponsored by LEXArts\, Kentucky Arts Council\, and the Chethik Family Fund to Advance Black Writers. \n 
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/black-lit-book-club-with-kristen-gentry/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Black & Lit,Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250507T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250507T190000
DTSTAMP:20250417T185027Z
CREATED:20241217T170611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T185027Z
UID:2832-1746637200-1746644400@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:250Lex Family Fun & Learning Night: Celebrate Lexington Kids
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Family Fun & Learning Night: Celebrate Lexington Kids on May 7\, 5:00–7:00 PM. A free evening of fun for children and their grown-ups with Camp Carnegie Activity Stations\, cotton candy\, Kona Ice\, Katie’s Happy Hot Dogs and a bouncy slide!  \n\n\nRegister\n\n \nTo volunteer for this event please visit  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EABA72BA6FDC61-54741740-family#/
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/family-fun-learning-night-celebrate-kids/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:FFLN,Youth & Children,Youth & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250424T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250424T183000
DTSTAMP:20250403T210758Z
CREATED:20250403T210758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T210758Z
UID:3731-1745519400-1745519400@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:250Lex Writers Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Lexington Writers Walk is a downtown walking tour\, led by Tom Eblen\, highlighting more than two centuries of the city’s literary giants on Kentucky Writers Day\, Thursday April 24. \nThe tour is free and will begin at 6:30 pm in Gratz Park behind the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning. \nTom Eblen is a former Lexington Herald-Leader columnist and managing editor who now coordinates the Kentucky Writers Hall of Fame\, a joint project of the Carnegie Center and the Kentucky Arts Council. \nEblen developed the walking tour in 2021 for the Carnegie Center and VisitLex\, and wrote an illustrated self-guided tour booklet that has been available since then at the city’s Visitors Center in Courthouse Square. An audio version of the walking tour is planned for Summer 2025. \nThe Carnegie Center is a recipient of a 250LEX Community Grant\, supporting several new and expanded literary programs.
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/250lex-writers-walk/
LOCATION:KY
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250422T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250422T210000
DTSTAMP:20250324T195747Z
CREATED:20250324T192101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T195747Z
UID:3918-1745346600-1745355600@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:Multifarious: An Evening of Multilingual Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Multifarious: An Evening of Multilingual Poetry \nHosted by Ruth González Jiménez\, director of L.A.C.E. at BCTC\nFeaturing Katerina Stoykova\, editor of Accents Publishing \nThere will be readings from multilingual poets\, a visual art exhibit and a silent auction. \nTuesday April 22nd\n6:30pm-9:00pm \nBenefitting Kentucky Refugee Ministries
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/multifarious-an-evening-of-multilingual-poetry/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Readings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250418T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250418T190000
DTSTAMP:20250407T191917Z
CREATED:20250407T191917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T191917Z
UID:4020-1744997400-1745002800@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:Christopher McCurry Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join Christopher McCurry for the release of his second full-length collection of poetry\, The Gospel of God Boy. \nLight refreshments will be served at 5:30pm\, and Chris will read from his book at 6:00pm.
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/christopher-mccurry-book-launch/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T200000
DTSTAMP:20250324T203709Z
CREATED:20250318T180115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T203709Z
UID:3737-1744914600-1744920000@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:Burn The Mic 250Lex edition with Monet Proctor & Renée Rigdon
DESCRIPTION:Burn The Mic 250Lex edition with Monet Proctor & Renée Rigdon \nThe Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative’s BURN THE MIC series\, hosted by Affrilachian poet JC McPherson\, is a vibrant platform amplifying the voices and creativity of writers and spoken word artists in the heart of Kentucky. This dynamic series provides a welcoming space for poets\, storytellers\, and wordsmiths to share their narratives\, fostering a sense of community and celebration. \nApril 17th\, 7-8pm\, sign ups start at 6:30pm
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/burn-the-mic-250lex-edition-with-monet-proctor-renee-rigdon-draft/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250415T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250415T200000
DTSTAMP:20250313T155702Z
CREATED:20241218T165049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T155702Z
UID:2851-1744741800-1744747200@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:Kentucky Great Writers Series: 250Lex Poets Laureate Edition
DESCRIPTION:Featuring the Kentucky Poets Laureate from Lexington: Silas House\, George Ella Lyon\, Gurney Norman (read by Richard Taylor)\, Frank X Walker\, Crystal Wilkinson and Jeff Worley. \nEmceed by former Kentucky Poet Laureate Richard Taylor. \nTuesday\, April 15\, 6:30pm at the Carnegie Center \nTo volunteer at this event please visit:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EABA72BA6FDC61-54741377-kentucky#/
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/250lex-edition-kentucky-great-writers-reading/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Kentucky Great Writers,Readings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250411T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250411T183000
DTSTAMP:20250407T191505Z
CREATED:20250407T191505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T191505Z
UID:4015-1744390800-1744396200@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:UK MFA reading
DESCRIPTION:Graduating UK MFA students in Creative Writing will read short excerpts from their theses. All are invited to this bittersweet\, yet joyous event. \n5pm to 6:30pm
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/uk-mfa-reading/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250408T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250408T183000
DTSTAMP:20250317T200738Z
CREATED:20250304T192142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T200738Z
UID:3489-1744137000-1744137000@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:250Lex Literary Celebration: An Evening Inspired by the Written Word
DESCRIPTION:A free public celebration reflecting Lexington’s historic and rich literary legacy. \nTuesday\, April 8th at 6:30pm at the Kentucky Theatre \nJoin us for this special night celebrating why Lexington is such a special place for writers of all genres. \nFeaturing readings by Eva Alcaraz-Monji\, Nikky Finney\, Silas House\, George Ella Lyon\, Danni Quintos\, Katerina Stoykova\, Frank X Walker & Jeff Worley. \nAnd performances by Blackbird Dance Theatre\, Tony Wavy\, DeBraun Thomas & a scene from Our Confederate Cousin. \nCo-hosted by the City of Lexington\, Institute 193\, the Lexington Public Library\, 21C Museum & Hotel\, the Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center and the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning \nhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1DbfmM5adK/
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/250-lex-literary-celebration-an-evening-inspired-by-the-written-word/
LOCATION:The Kentucky Theatre\, 214 E Main St\, Lexington\, KY\, 40507\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250402T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250402T190000
DTSTAMP:20250320T193659Z
CREATED:20250304T191425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T193659Z
UID:3443-1743613200-1743620400@carnegiecenterlex.org
SUMMARY:Family Fun & Learning Night: Saving for the Future
DESCRIPTION:The Carnegie Center will be hosting Family Fun & Learning Night: Saving for the Future on April 2\, 5:00–7:00 PM. \nChildren and their grown-ups will be able to enjoy an evening of fun activities\, giveaways\, storytime\, and a free dinner. \nFamily Fun & Learning Night: Saving for the Future is made possible by the support of Toyota KY\, the Kentucky Social Welfare Foundation\, and Whitaker Bank. \nRegister \nIf you would like to volunteer for this event please visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EABA72BA6FDC61-55329505-family#/
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/family-fun-learning-night-saving-for-the-future/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:FFLN,Youth & Children,Youth & Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250329T140000
DTSTAMP:20250304T202208Z
CREATED:20250304T182403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T202208Z
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SUMMARY:Young Writers Conference
DESCRIPTION:The annual Young Writers Conference is a no-cost event for teen writers planned and organized by Lafayette High School creative writing program students. \nThe conference features student-led panels\, a book fair\, writing exercises\, opportunities to meet local authors and a keynote address by author Ashley Blooms. \nSaturday March 29 from 10am to 2pm at the Carnegie Center \nFor more information contact SCAPAywc@gmail.com
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/young-writers-conference/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Youth & Children
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SUMMARY:Black & Lit Book Club with Hanna L. Drake
DESCRIPTION:The March edition of Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative’s Black & Lit Book Club will be discussing Love\, Revolution\, & Lemonade by Hanna L. Drake with the author on Monday\, March 24 from 6-7pm. \nThe event is free and online. \nRegistration is required and the first 25 registrants will receive a free copy of the book. \nSponsored by LEXArts\, SouthArts\, Kentucky Arts Council\, and the Chethik Family Fund to Advance Black Writers. \nhttps://carnegiecenterlex.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/instances/a0FPr000003MlUnMAK \n 
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/black-lit-book-club-with-hanna-l-drake/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Black & Lit,Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative
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SUMMARY:Gallery Hop - Larkspur Press: The Power of Print in Kentucky
DESCRIPTION:The Larkspur Press: The Power of Print in Kentucky exhibit will feature broadsides from the Carnegie Center collection. \nLeatha Kendrick will be conducting a reading with audience Q&A afterward from 6:30-7:00. \nOur March Gallery Hop event is an exhibit of broadsides presented in partnership with Institute 193. \nWhat is a broadside? The Library of Congress defines it as “single sheets of paper\, printed on one side only…broadsides are intended to have an immediate popular impact and then to be thrown away.” \nFriday\, March 21 from 5pm to 7pm in the Skydome Gallery \nABOUT THE EXHIBIT\nLeatha Kendrick is a poet\, writer\, editor and teacher. Her poems and essays appear widely in journals including Appalachian Journal\, Hood of Bone\, Rattle\, Tar River Poetry\, New Madrid Review\, Southern Poetry Review\, Appalachian Review\, and Baltimore Review. \nLarkspur Press publishes small-batch\, handcrafted works. They focus on the writing\, with artwork used to complement the poem or story. \nIn addition to publishing\, they are helping keep alive the traditional Art of letterpress printing\, which is shown in the special editions they issue\, along with the more affordable regular editions. \n  \nIf you would like to volunteer at this event\, please visit:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EABA72BA6FDC61-54742256-gallery#/ \n 
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/gallery-hop-broadsides/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Gallery Hop
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250320T200000
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SUMMARY:Burn The Mic featuring Katerina Stoykova
DESCRIPTION:Burn The Mic poetry open mic featuring Katerina Stoykova. \nKaterina is the author of award-winning poetry books in both English and Bulgarian\, a Senior Editor at Accents Publishing and the editor and publisher of over 50 poetry books and anthologies. \nMarch 20th\, 7-8pm\, sign ups start at 6:30pm \nPresented by Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative and the Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning \nHosted by JC McPherson
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/burn-the-mic-featuring-katerina-stoykova/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250310T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250310T210000
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SUMMARY:Kentucky Writers Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:This year’s inductees are: \nCrystal Wilkinson\, Frank X Walker\, Naomi Wallace\, Ron Eller and David Dick. \nMonday March 10\n7-9pm\nKentucky Theater\n214 E Main St\, Lexington\, KY 40507 \nThe event is free and open to the public. No registration is required. \nFor more information visit https://carnegiecenterlex.org/kentucky-writers-hall-of-fame \nIf you would like to volunteer at this event please visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EABA72BA6FDC61-54739169-kentucky#/
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/kentucky-writers-hall-of-fame-induction-ceremony/
LOCATION:The Kentucky Theatre\, 214 E Main St\, Lexington\, KY\, 40507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hall of Fame
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250227T183000
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DTSTAMP:20250218T143640Z
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SUMMARY:Burn The Mic featuring Ellis Bryson
DESCRIPTION:Burn The Mic poetry open mic featuring Ellis Bryson \nRescheduled to Feb 27 \nPresented by Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative and the Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning \nHosted by JC McPherson \nFeb 27\, 7-8pm\, sign ups start at 6:30pm
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/burn-the-mic-featuring-ellis-bryson/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250131T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250131T183000
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SUMMARY:Lexington Youth Poet Laureate Commencement
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host the commencement for the 2025 Lexington Youth Poet Laureate on January 31 from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. \nThe ceremony will feature keynote speaker Katerina Stoykova and Youth Poet Laureate finalists Eva Alcarez Monje\, Mady Dinh\, Tony Robinson\, Meredith Sither and Esme Morris. \nJudges for the program are Meg Whalen\, Deidra White\, Sean Corbin and Katerina Stoyakova. \nThis prestigious program\, in partnership with Urban Word NYC and the Kentucky Arts Council\, is designed to honor young writers and leaders in Kentucky between the ages of 13-18\, who are committed to making a civic impact through community engagement utilizing the power of their written and spoken words. We strongly believe that when we honor young people and give them this kind of office\, the community is more likely to listen to what they have to say.
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/lexington-youth-poet-laureate-commencement/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Youth & Children
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250122T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250122T190000
DTSTAMP:20250117T181959Z
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SUMMARY:Family Fun & Learning Night: MLK Jr. Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Family Fun & Learning Night MLK Jr. Celebration – Seeds of Change on January 22\, 5:00–7:00 PM for an evening of fun activities\, giveaways\, storytime\, and a free dinner from Alfalfas. \nJim Embry will talk about his history with the civil rights movement and also sustainable agriculture. We’ll be giving away copies of the book Seedfolks. \nRegister here
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/family-fun-learning-night-mlk-jr-celebration/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Youth & Children,Youth & Family
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SUMMARY:Black & Lit: Devine Carama
DESCRIPTION:Pages Full of Rhymes chronicles the 20-year rap career of Emmy Award-winning hip hop artist and community activist\, Devine Carama\, through 100 thought-provoking\, revolutionary\, personal\, and poetic verses from his music catalog. \nRegister here: https://carnegiecenterlex.org/class/black-and-lit-book-club/ \nEach month\, the first 25 registrants receive a free copy of the selected book.
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/black-lit-devine-carama/
LOCATION:Carnegie Center\, 251 West Second St\, Lexington\, KY
CATEGORIES:Black & Lit,Kentucky Black Writers Collaborative
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SUMMARY:Young Writers Project 2025: APPLICATION DEADLINE January 17
DESCRIPTION:The Carnegie Center invites young women and nonbinary writers in grades 9–12 to apply to the Young Writers Project\, a FREE series of intensive workshops focused on creative self-expression through writing. The selected group of participants will attend seven sessions (at the link below). In these workshops\, experienced writers in their 20s and 30s will mentor on a variety of genres\, encouraging participants to look within themselves for issues that are important in their lives. Participants will also learn techniques to deliver an effective literary reading and other business-of-writing tips. The program will culminate in a public reading and a Writing Mentor Day. Previously called the Young Women Writers Project\, the Young Writers Project welcomes writers of all historically underrepresented genders who celebrate varied expressions of feminism. \nClick the here for more information and to apply
URL:https://carnegiecenterlex.org/event/young-writers-project-2025-application-deadline-january-17/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Youth & Children,Youth & Family
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