Lexington Public Library

09/04/2026

Apparently, not even families are safe from Shelf Karaoke.

When library volunteers and their dads get roped into the fun, you know things have gotten serious. 😂 This week, we’re featuring a very special father-daughter performance of their favorite song: “It’s Tricky” by Run-DMC!

We brought the books. They brought the enthusiasm. The results? Well... you’ll have to watch and decide for yourself.

✨ Featured books:

📚 The Sundown Speech by Loren D. Estleman
📚 The Piano Recital by Akiko Miyakoshi
📚 3 Vital Questions: Transforming Workplace Drama by David Emerald
📚 Born to Rock by James Patterson
📚 Rhyme Crime by Jon Burgerman
📚 Just Right by Torrey Maldonado
📚 The On-Time, On-Target Manager by Ken Blanchard
📚 Tricky Twenty-Two by Janet Evanovich
📚 Mystery in the Title by Ian Ferguson & Will Ferguson
📚 Here We Go Again: My Life in Television by Betty White

🎵 It’s tricky to rock a rhyme... and apparently it’s also tricky to match every lyric with a book title!

💬 How many matches did you catch? And should we start charging admission for these family performances? 😂

09/01/2026

It's time for FREE LIBRARY CARD REPLACEMENT all month long! Come in any day in September to replace your crusty, dusty, musty (or lost) library card for free!

09/01/2026

Come on in at 10:00 tomorrow! We have plenty of room!

The Hometown Art Guild returns on Wednesday, September 2nd, from 10-2! This month's art will be painting a horse on a canvas bag. Call 336.242.2040 to register!

08/25/2026

The Hometown Art Guild returns on Wednesday, September 2nd, from 10-2! This month's art will be painting a horse on a canvas bag. Call 336.242.2040 to register!

08/19/2026

Coming up on Thursday, August 27 at 11:00am - Erin Artfitch will be in the library teaching a beginner photography class! No camera required - just bring your phone and come learn some tips and tricks!

08/15/2026

A new book is coming to the Lexington Public Library Genealogy Room!

Davidson County: A Hotbed of Revolutionary Zeal brings together the stories of Davidson County residents who lived during the American Revolution, when Davidson County was still part of Rowan County. The book explores their participation, contributions to the cause, and what happened to them after the Revolution.

Compiled by five members of the Genealogical Society of Davidson County, NC, the book represents years of research by genealogists and historians working to document and verify the lives of local patriots. While the authors note that not every patriot has been identified, those included have been carefully researched and supported by the best available information.

If you’re interested in Davidson County history, genealogy, or the stories of the people who helped shape our community, this sounds like one to add to your reading list.

Pre-orders are now available in the LPL Genealogy Room. The estimated cost is $25–$50.

08/14/2026

Happy Friday! It’s time for another round of Shelf Karaoke!

This week, we're shaking things up with "Shake It Off" by Taylor Swift!

We hit the stacks and found some titles that were ready to dance along. From Moving Target to Twisted Hate to one very on-the-nose Shake Shack, these books definitely know how to keep the beat!

Featured books:
📚 Killer Cruise by Laura Levine
📚 Can't Stop Won't Stop: A History of the Hip-Hop Generation by Jeff Chang
📚 Moving Target by J.A. Jance
📚 Music: The Definitive Visual History by Jennette Elnaggar
📚 Key Player by Kelly Yang
📚 Play by Stuart Brown
📚 The Love Haters by Katherine Center
📚 Twisted Hate by Ana Huang
📚 Shake Shack by Randy Garutti & Mark Rosati

How many lyric-to-book matches did you catch? And be honest... did Shake Shack make you laugh too?

What song should we tackle next? Leave your suggestion in the comments and maybe it'll make the next Shelf Karaoke playlist!

08/13/2026

Ready to swap, collect, and discover something new?

Trinket Trading is now available at Lexington Public Library!

Bring your curiosity and your collection-loving spirit and see what you can find. Swap a trinket, discover a new favorite, or simply spend some time exploring the little treasures waiting to be found.

It’s a simple idea, but that’s part of the fun. You never quite know what you’ll find or what tiny treasure might catch your eye.

Stop by Lexington Public Library at 602 S. Main St. and check out the Trinket Trading Box!