Library eNews | September 2025

Another busy season is beginning at the library as we kick off our fall programming season. You can see that in our September calendar, which is jam-packed with programs and events for all ages as we return to a more normal schedule following a programming break in August. Meanwhile, we're celebrating the first birthday of the Story Center, which opened at the 2024 Constitution Square Festival. The Story Center is continuing its work to preserve the history of Boyle County and make it more accessible through its programs and through the memory labs that allow patrons to preserve their photos, videos and other records.

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Story Center turns 1 this month!

It's been an incredible year launching the Story Center for the communities of Boyle County. Be sure to stop by during the Constitution Square Festival for some interactive activities at Grayson's Tavern.

What does the Story Center do? The Story Center provides patrons with the tools to preserve and digitize their own records, photos, film, and videos in the Memory Lab. It also provides the equipment to record oral histories in the Oral History Studio. These free services are available on-site at Grayson's Tavern and soon via the mobile lab.

Story Center events: This month Story Center staff is partnering with Northeast Document Conservation Center during Disaster Preparedness Month for a hands-on training on how to care for your collections after a weather event.

They are also teaming up with the Daughters of the American Revolution - St. Asaph Chapter to bring two genealogy events to the library: "Revolutionary Ancestors" and "Genealogy 101." You'll learn common tips & tricks for researching your ancestors or finding a Revolutionary War patriot in your family's past. Click here for all upcoming Story Center events.

Online Resources Highlight: Genealogy

Start searching billions of records and discover your family's story. You can search Census, Vitals, Military, and Immigration records. You can also search over 800 million obituaries and 220 million marriages in Ancestry's Newspapers.com indexes. Access is only available at the library through Ancestry Library Edition link on the online resources webpage.

Discover your military ancestors using Fold3. You can search over 640 million military records. These include records from US Revolutionary War; the War of 1812; Indian and Mexican American Wars; US Civil War (Union and Confederate); Spanish-American War; WWI & WWII; Korean War; Vietnam War; Afghan War; and more. Access with your library card via the link on the online resources webpage.

Featured Events

New Program Series: "Just Try It!"

Join us for the launch of our brand new program series at BCPL, Just Try It! This is a space for you to come and enjoy a new-to-you experience or activity without the cost and commitment that can hold you back. Take this opportunity to really 'Just Try It!'

In September, Danville Martial Arts Academy will offer an Introduction to Kickboxing class at the library, perfect for beginners and those wanting to learn more.

Registration is required. Click here to learn more and to access the registration link

Author Visits at the BCPL in September

From the Rafters of Rupp:

Kyle Macy at BCPL

Kyle Macy will share stories from and discuss the legendary careers of some of the University of Kentucky's greatest basketball players found in his new book, From the Rafters of Rupp.

Learn more!

Friends of the Library present:

Author Talk with Mike Holdren

Join the Friends of the Library for a discussion on Holdren's new book Herrington Lake. Learn about the lake's history and its significance. Refreshments will be served.

Learn more!

Constitution Square Festival

Stop by and see us during the Constitution Square Festival in downtown Danville on Saturday, September 13 starting at 9 AM. The Story Center will offer special activites at Grayson's Tavern. The library's Outreach team will offer a special craft where patrons can make a yarn doll. You can also visit the bookmobile to check out books.

BCPL Collection Highlight

BCPL Recommended Reads:

KPop Demon Hunters

Can't get the songs from KPop Demon Hunters out of your head? Wish you could see even more demon fighting, secret romance, and girl power? Try reading these books!

Click here to see the collection

You can access these books through the Libby app.