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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
LIBRARY CLOSED
TUE, DEC 31 - WED, JAN 1
The Library will be closed Tuesday, December 31 through Wednesday, January 1 in observance of the New Year holiday. All due dates will be adjusted. The book drop will be available for any returns during the closures.
COMMUNITY EVENTS @ RCPL
WEE SCHOOL
Presented by The Family Resource Centers of Russell County Schools FRI, JAN 17| 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM
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, JAN 28 | 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.
STAFF PICKS
Lindsey
Carol Cody Shevawn
Rachael
Kristina
Isabel Angie
Ginger Morgan
Tammy Jo
Angela
KIDS (0-8 YEARS)
EARLY LITERACY SCHOOL AGE (K-3)
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!
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!
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
AGES 2 1/2 - 3 1/2
THURSDAYS | 10:30 AM
Get up and get moving at Terrific 2s & 3s! During these 30 minute sessions, your toddler will be listening to stories, playing games, singing songs, and more.
MAKERY JR
MON, JAN 6,13,27| 3 PM - 4:30 PM
Calling all elementary school students! Join us for an exciting afternoon of makerspace fun! You can create a button/ sticker, print a poster, experiment with electrical circuits, or try your hand at 3D printing.
AFTER SCHOOL PLAY
THU, JAN 9 | CARDBOARD CONSTRUCTION
THU, JAN 16 | SALT ART
THU, JAN 23 | PERLER BEADS
THU, JAN 30 | TAPE TOWN
2:30 PM - 4 PM
Join friends and family each week for art, pretend play, building activities, games, and more!
COZY CRAFTING
MON, JAN 20 | 2 PM - 4 PM
Use paint, popsicle sticks, sequins, marshmallows, and more to create cold-weather crafts.
WINTER PLAY DAY
FRI, JAN 24 | 1 PM - 4 PM
Play giant games, build with LEGOs, and explore the creativity of kinetic sand and floam.
january
TWEENS (9-12 YEARS)
MAKERY JR
MON, JAN 6,13,27| 3 PM - 4:30 PM
Calling all elementary school students! Join us for an exciting afternoon of makerspace fun! You can create a button/ sticker, print a poster, experiment with electrical circuits, or try your hand at 3D printing.
SLEDDING ENGINEERING CHALLENGE
THU, JAN 30 | 3:30 PM
Learn about forces, motion, simple machines, and more by building your own sled and slope!
DIY
SENSORY KEY
VISION BOARDS THU, JAN 2 | 4 PM | AGES 9-18
Plan out the new year and manifest your
goals by building a vision board!
ACT PRACTICE TEST
SAT, JAN 11 | 10 AM
Take a free practice test for students who wish to gain experience taking the ACT. Please bring a #2 pencil and a calculator.
TEENS (13-18 YEARS)
SUPPORTED BINGO
THU, JAN 16 | 4 PM
Join us for a fun, adapted Bingo. This program is specifically designed for adults with cognitive or developmental disabilities or on the autism spectrum and their caregivers. Caregivers are expected to be present and participate with the activities. If any accommodations are needed, please contact Kristina 24 hours prior to the event for consideration. Pleaserememberthatindividualsofallabilitiesand developmentallevelsareencouragedtoparticipateinall libraryprograms.
TAB (Teen Advisory Board)
THU, JAN 23 | 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.
ADULTS (18+)
THE
MAKERY: PREPARE YOUR PHOTOS FOR DIGITIZING
MONDAYS | 5 PM
Have a box of photos you want to digitize? Learn how to organize your photos before scanning and best practices for using the digitizing equipment and software available in The Makery.
BUDGET BASICS
In partnership with the Russell County Extension Office TUE, JAN 14 | 4:30 PM
Learn essential tips and tricks for managing your finances, and create a small budget planner to take home.
COFFEE WITH VETERANS
THU, JAN 9 | 9 AM - 11 AM
RCPL invites all local veterans to coffee and conversation with the Kentucky Department of Veteran Affairs Service Regional Administrator for the Central Region. Socialize with other veterans, get assistance filing claims, and meet new people in a comfortable, private space.
SUPPORTED BINGO
THU, JAN 16 | 4 PM
Join us for a fun, adapted Bingo. This program is specifically designed for adults with cognitive or developmental disabilities or on the autism spectrum and their caregivers. Caregivers are expected to be present and participate with the activities. If any accommodations are needed, please contact Kristina 24 hours prior to the event for consideration. Pleaserememberthat individualsofallabilitiesanddevelopmentallevelsare encouragedtoparticipateinalllibraryprograms.
SAT, JAN 18 | 10 AM - 12 PM
Test your puzzle prowess! Teams of up to four players will compete to see who can put together an identical 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in the least amount of time.
MONTHLY JOURNALING
FRI, JAN 24 | 5 PM
Join us for our January Monthly Journaling class as we prep for February! Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
OUTREACH & 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. Isabel will be set up with toys, a printer, and a wide range of books for all individuals.
Mon, Jan 6 | God’s Food Pantry | 12 pm - 1 pm
Tue, Jan 7 | Russell Springs Manor | 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Thu, Jan 9 | Crystal Springs | 12 pm - 1 pm
Tue, Jan 21 | Russell Springs Manor | 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Wed, Jan 22 | God’s Food Pantry | 12 pm - 1 pm
Thu, Jan 23 | Crystal Springs | 12 pm - 1 pm
