Russell County Public Library | April 2024

DISCOVER

what speaks to you!

DISCOVER

Russell County Public Library

535 N Main St

Jamestown, KY 42629

(270) 343-7323

Hours

Monday 9 am to 6 pm

Tuesday 9 am to 6 pm

Wednesday 9 am to 6 pm

Thursday 9 am to 6 pm

Friday 9 am to 4:30 pm

Saturday 9 am to 1 pm

Sunday CLOSED

Online

Website: russellcountylibrary.com

Facebook: facebook.com/RussellCountyPublicLibrary

Instagram:

@russellcolibrary

LIBRARY NEWS

WE HAVE ECLIPSE GLASSES!

Your RCPL has a limited supply of eclipse glasses for the safe viewing of the total eclipse on April 8th! One pair per person. Claimant must be present.

COMMUNITY EVENTS @ RCPL

WEE SCHOOL

Presented by The Family Resource Centers of Russell County Schools

THU, APR 18 | 5 PM - 7 PM

RCPL is excited to partner with the Family Resource Centers of Russell County Schools in hosting Wee School for children ages 3-5! This Kindergarten-readiness program is taught by experienced teachers and is an interactive learning experience for children and their caregiver(s). Register your child by contacting Amy Roy (270-343-2056) for more details.

PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUB

TUE, APR 23 | 5 PM

Love to read?  Want to join others in a lively discussion about this month’s pick?  Join Page Turners Book Club on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 5 pm to learn more.  Contact Gail Wilson at mgwilson@duo-county.com or text (270) 585-1539.

SONGFARMERS OF RUSSELL COUNTY

SAT, APR 27 | 9 AM - 12:30 PM

Local musicians, grab your instruments and join in during the next meeting of the SongFarmers of Russell County. For more information, contact Doug Smith at 270-779-7477, dougg_s@hotmail.com, or by messaging the SongFarmers’ Facebook page @facebook.com/SFORCKY.

what speaks to you!

Kentucky Poets

KIDS (0-8 YEARS)

EARLY LITERACY SCHOOL AGE

TODDLER TALES

AGES 18 MONTHS - 2 1/2 YEARS

TUESDAYS | 9:30 AM

A fast-paced program for active toddlers. Wiggle, sing, read, play and build up social skills in a fun atmosphere!

BABY STORYTIME

AGES 0-18 MONTHS

TUESDAYS | 10:30 AM

A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregiver(s). Baby Storytime is a 30 minute introduction to the joys of reading and learning in a positive, fun atmosphere!

PRESCHOOL STORY HOUR

AGES 3 1/2 - 5

WEDNESDAYS | 10:30 AM

Stories, songs, crafts, and playtime specifically planned to help your child march into school ready to learn!

TERRIFIC 2s & 3s

AFTER SCHOOL PLAY

GRADES K-3

WEDNESDAYS | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Excluding Wed, Apr 3

Join friends and family each week for art, pretend play, building activities, games, and more!

POP-UP PLAY

GRADES K-3

TUE, APR 2 | 2 PM

THU, APR 4 | 2 PM

FRI, APR 5 | 2 PM

Enjoy outdoor learning and authentic play opportu

AFTER HOURS

FRI, APR 19

4:30 PM - 8 PM

Bring the family together for an evening of after hour Science in Play2Go fun! The Library will be open extended hours to provide everyone the opportunity to explore the exhibit. Burn off some energy through building with giant blocks, testing out roller coaster designs, and so much more!

OPEN NOW THROUGH APRIL 20TH!!!

LAST DAY OF PLAY

SAT, APR 20 9 AM - 3 PM

Our time with the Science in Play2Go is ending. Your RCPL has extended Saturday hours to soak in as much time as possible. Join us for one last big Day of Play!

TWEENS (9-12 YEARS) TEENS (13-18 YEARS)

CONSTELLATION PAINTING

AGES 13+

MON, APR 1

3 PM

Celebrate the upcoming eclipse by painting glowing constellations! We’ll also talk about how you can get involved with star finding.

MAGAZINE MOSAICS

AGES 9 - 18

TUE, APR 2

4:30 PM

Use recycled magazine pages to create faux ceramic mosaics!

MYO FLOWER SEED BOMBS

AGES 13+

TUE, APR 16

4:30 PM

Spring is officially here! Create and take home your own flower seed bombs while learning about various seed dispersal mechanisms.

TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT LISTENING

PARTY

AGES 13+

TUE, APR 23

4:30 PM

Drop in for a Listening Party (Taylor’s Version)! We’ll be streaming “The Tortured Poets Department” while crafting our own blackout poetry.

CHESS FOR BEGINNERS

AGES 9 - 18

WED, APR 3

3 PM

Join us for a simple overview of the basic rules and moves of chess. From how to use each piece to some popular strategies, we’ll be helping new players head right to the chess board!

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: ONE-SHOT WONDERS

AGES 11 - 18

THU, APR 4

12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM, & 3 PM

From classic tales of haunted towers to curious cases of sailors turning into seafood, we’ll find the perfect plot for your next adventure!

TAB (Teen Advisory Board)

THU, APR 25 5 PM

Teens can help shape the Library’s future by contributing ideas for programming, collection, and more, all while earning volunteer hours! For more information, contact Kristina at kristina@russellcountylibrary.com.

POETRY READS IN THE TEEN SECTION

FAMILY/ALL AGES

FAMILY SCIENCE DAY

SAT, APR 6

9 AM - 1 PM

You will not want to miss this opportunity for children of all ages and their families to discover the Kentucky Science Center in Russell County! Explore the Science in Play2Go exhibit, attend a liquid nitrogen and/or electricity demonstration, experience a vortex generator, get hands-on with a Van de Graaff generator, and more!

DEMONSTRATION TIMES

10 AM - LIQUID NITROGEN

11 AM - ELECTRICITY

12 PM - LIQUID NITROGEN

ECLIPSE VIEWING PARTY

MON, APR 8

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Bring chairs or blankets, relax on the library lawn, receive a free pair of eclipse glasses (while supplies last), and watch the solar eclipse.

AFTER HOURS

FRI, APR 19

4:30 PM - 8 PM

Bring the family together for an evening of after hour Science in Play2Go fun! The Library will be open extended hours to provide everyone the opportunity to explore the exhibit. Burn off some energy through building with giant blocks, testing out roller coaster designs, and so much more!

OPEN NOW THROUGH APRIL 20TH!!!

LAST DAY OF PLAY

SAT, APR 20 9 AM - 3 PM

Our time with the Science in Play2Go is ending. Your RCPL has extended Saturday hours to soak in as much time as possible.

ADULTS (18+)

WALKING CLUB

MONDAYS

5 PM

We are getting outside! Bring a friend and come to the library for an evening stroll. Being part of a walking club can help you stay motivated and boost your health, energy, and mood.

MYO FLOWER SEED BOMBS

AGES 13+

TUE, APR 16

4:30 PM

Spring is officially here! Create and take home your own flower seed bombs while learning about various seed dispersal mechanisms.

CANVAS BARN QUILT

MON, APR 22

3 PM - 6 PM

Join us for a no-stress ap proach to canvas painting. We will provide acrylic paints, brushes, and pre-printed canvas templates. This is a self-paced event and all skill levels are welcome to participate.

OUTREACH

CREELSBORO CREATES!

Creelsboro Country Store

THU, APR 4

2 PM - 5 PM

Bring the kids to Creelsboro Country Store for a fun craft and a free scoop of ice cream from Chaney’s Dairy Barn.

SILENT BOOK CLUB

Java Springs

THU, APR 11

4 PM - 6 PM

Silent Book Club is happy hour for introverts. Bring a book of your choice, then settle in for an hour or two of quiet reading with fellow book lovers. There are no assigned readings or discussion guides—the “silent” part of our book club—but we like to share book recommendations and meet like-minded readers.

JOY OF JOURNALING

Java Springs

THU, APR 18

4 PM - 6 PM

Experience the joy of journaling and yummy treats at Java Springs. Journals and supplies will be provided.

RCPL ON THE GO!

RCPL ON THE GO!

Are you in need of library services? Look no further! The RCPL Outreach Vehicle is coming to an area near you. Brenna will be set up with toys for children to play with, a printer, and a wide range of books for all individuals. Looking for someone to talk to? There will always be an extra chair. Come by and see what we have to offer!

Wed, Apr 3 | Harris Grocery/Jabez | 3 pm - 4 pm

Fri, Apr 5 | Eli Country Store | 9 am - 11 am

Fri, Apr 5 | Creelsboro Country Store | 12 pm - 1 pm

Tue, Apr 9 | Grace Manor | 10 am -11 am

Wed, Apr 10 | Russell Springs Manor | 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Thu, Apr 11 | Spring Meadows | 11 am - 12 pm

Thu, Apr 11 | Crystal Springs | 12 pm - 1 pm

Fri, Apr 12 | Heavenly Heights | 10 am - 11 am

Fri, Apr 12 | God’s Food Pantry/Russell Springs | 12 pm - 1 pm