Lexington literary arts events

The Books-in-Progress Conference

The Books-in-Progress Conference will be held at the Carnegie Center in picturesque Lexington, KY, June 7-8...

Refining Your Work for Publication

As bestselling author Barbara Kingsolver stated during her Carnegie Booksin- Progress Conference appearance in June 2012, “eighty percent of writing is revising...

Early Learner Book Club

This club meets Saturdays, January 12, February 16, March 23, April 13 & May 18 (3-5 Y/O) Children will play games and create crafts focused on the theme of the book...

Kentucky Women Writers Conference Preview Party with Poet Kiki Petrosino

It's less than six months until the 35th annual Kentucky Women Writer's Conference (KWWC) in September, and the Morris Book Shop is pleased to host an "almost there" celebration with poet and 2013 ...

Celebrate Summer

These programs made possible by the generous support of Toyota Motor Manufacturing KY. Activities and crafts for the whole family! Registration is required for ALL Family Fun and Learning Nights...

Celebrate Childrens Book Week

These programs made possible by the generous support of Toyota Motor Manufacturing KY. Activities and crafts for the whole family! Registration is required for ALL Family Fun and Learning Nights...

Countryside Lunchon

Sat June 8- Lexington- Enjoy a countryside luncheon ( 1:00 PM) at the picturesque Elmendorf Farm with National Book Award winner Nikky Finney...

Teen Howl Poetry Series

Hosted by Elizabeth Beck & Jay McCoy At The Morris Book Shop, 882 East High Street First Thursday of every month, 6:00 pm FREE Come and share your words! Open mic for poets under 21...

Monthly Book Discussion

This class meets Fourth Wednesday of every month, January 23-May 22 Join us for discussion of contemporary and classic novels and nonfiction chosen by the group...

Young Readers Club

This Club meets Saturdays, January 12, February 16, March 23, April 13 & May 18 (Grades 1&2) Increase reading fluency and comprehension in a fun, hands-on environment...

Wes Berry Book Signing

Wes Berry will sign copies of his new book, The Kentucky Barbecue Book at the Lexington Farmers Market on June 29.

1-on-1 Writer Mentoring

Do you need a writing mentor? Do you need feedback on a manuscript? Could your writing improve with a dedicated coach? The Carnegie Center’s Writing Mentor Service is your opportunity to work one-o...

Creative Nonfiction

This class meets Saturday, May 18 In this class we will explore core techniques for creating unforgettable and creative nonfiction...

Michael Veach Book Talk

Michael Veach will talk about his new book, Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey: An American Heritage at the Woodford Reserve Bourbon Academy from 10am to 3pm on August 24.

Michael Veach Book Talk

Michael Veach will be talking about his new book, Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey: An American Heritage at the Woodford Reserve Bourbon Academy. The event is June 15 from 10am to 3pm.