Think like a scientist while you participate in hands-on(and perhaps a little messy) school readiness activities at the Science Center. Spend time in Science in Play, a gallery designed to tickle the curious minds of our youngest learners. Explore, create and share findings in the Science Depot. Visitors will even have the opportunity to meet one of Louisville’s favorite mascots...Buddy
Bat will be in the building at 5:30pm to mingle with the up and coming class of 2026!

-- Kindergarten Countdown is a partnership between Metro United Way, Louisville Metro, LFPL, JCPS, and PNC Bank with support from cultural and educational institutions throughout the county. The goal of Kindergarten Countdown is to support children’s transitions into kindergarten.

Kindergarten Countdown begins June 1, for all children entering kindergarten this fall. Simply visit any Louisville Free Public Library and pick up a free “I’m going to Kindergarten” t-shirt. The t-shirt will get the child and one parent into Kindergarten Countdown events around the city all summer long - free! The Countdown culminates August 7 at Slugger Field with a Kindergarten Countdown Fair and Louisville Bats game.