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LIBRARY NEWS
LIBRARY CLOSED
FRI, DEC 29 - MON, JAN 1
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Website: russellcountylibrary.com
The Library will be closed Friday, December 29th - Monday, January 1st in observance of New Year’s. All due dates will be adjusted. The book drop will remain open for any returns during the closure.
LIBRARY CLOSED WED, JAN 17
The Library will be closed Wednesday, January 17th for the installation of Kentucky Science Center’s Science in Play2Go exhibit. All due dates will be adjusted. The book drop will remain open for any returns during the closure.
COMMUNITY EVENTS @ RCPL WEE SCHOOL Presented by The Family Resource Centers of Russell County Schools
FRI, JAN 26 | 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.
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SONGFARMERS OF RUSSELL COUNTY SAT, JAN 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.
PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUB TUE, JAN 23 | 5 PM
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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.
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KIDS (0-8 YEARS) 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!
AFTER SCHOOL PLAY
GRADES K-3 WEDNESDAYS | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Join friends and family each week for art, pretend play, building activities, games, and more!
MAKERY JR
GRADES K-5 WEDNESDAYS | 2:30 PM - 4 PM Would you like to make a button/sticker or print a poster? Join us for an afternoon of makerspace fun - just for elementary school students!
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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.
MINDFUL PLAY TIME AGES 3 - 8 THU, JAN 4 | 5 PM
Join Ms. Tammy Jo and Ms. Ginger for a relaxing and fun time with your child. We will be reading, stretching, breathing, and crafting to foster relaxation.
LAUGH & LEARN
In partnership with the Russell County Extension Office
AGES 3-5 TUE, JAN 9 | 6 PM Laugh & Learn is an early learning program focused on Kindergarten readiness skills for 3 to 5-year-olds and their caregivers. Join Russell County Extension Office’s Family & Consumer Sciences Agent Megan Gullett and Ms. Ginger for an hour of games, playtime, books, and crafts.
TWEENS (9-12 YEARS) TWEEN BOOK BOXES
TWEEN BOOK CLUB
We are so excited to introduce Tween Book Boxes for the month of January! Personalized boxes will include a Library book to return after reading and other goodies for you to keep—all chosen using your input. Sign-up is required, and quantities are limited. Contact Kristina at kristina@russellcountylibrary.com for more information and to sign up.
Do you have a tween that loves to read? At Tween Book Club, they will get together to talk about their recent reads, make new friends, and explore fresh ideas.
TUE, JAN 30 4:30 pm
MAKERY JR GRADES K-5 WEDNESDAYS 2:30 pm - 4 pm
Would you like to make a button/sticker or print a poster? Join us for an afternoon of makerspace fun - just for elementary school students!
TEENS (13-18 YEARS) TEEN MOVIE NIGHT: MEAN GIRLS WED, JAN 10 4 PM
Put on your pink and enjoy themed snacks and drinks at our Mean Girls movie night!
TAB (Teen Advisory Board) THU, JAN 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.
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Toddler Tales | 9:30 am Baby Storytime | 10:30 am Laugh & Learn | 6 pm
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Open Makery | 3 pm - 6 pm Walking Club | 5 pm
Open Makery | 3 pm - 6 pm Walking Club | 5 pm
Toddler Tales | 9:30 am Baby Storytime | 10:30 am
Preschool Story Hour | 10:30 am
After School Play 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Makery Jr 2:30 pm - 4 pm Mood Boards | 4 pm Mean Girls Movie Night | 4 pm
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RCPL ON THE GO!
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Terrific 2s & 3s | 10:30 am Mindful Play Time 5 pm - 6 pm
Terrific 2s & 3s | 10:30 am Creelsboro Creates! 2 pm - 5 pm
GRAND OPENING 9 AM - 3 PM
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Coffee with Veterans 9 am - 11 am Joy of Journaling 4 pm - 6 pm Terrific 2s & 3s | 10:30 am TAB | 5 pm
Adults (18+)
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Outreach
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ADULTS (18+) WALKING CLUB
ROCK at the Springs MONDAYS (Beginning January 8) 5 PM Have a “New Year, New You” resolution to practice more self care? Walking is a great way to boost your health, energy, and mood! Join RCPL’s Walking Club every Monday at the ROCK and bring a friend.
OPEN MAKERY
MONDAYS (Beginning January 15) 3 PM - 6 PM Drop by RCPL’s Makery, and start the week with creativity/ purpose. Adults will get the opportunity to workshop projects using the various equipment and materials available.
COFFEE WITH VETERANS THU, JAN 25 9 AM - 11 AM
RCPL invites all local veterans to coffee and conversation with Kentucky Department of Veteran Affairs Service Officer Donald Walbert, Regional Administrator for Central Region. Come socialize with other veterans, get assistance with filing claims, and meet new people in a comfortable, private space. For more information, contact RCPL at (270) 343-7323.
SILENT BOOK CLUB WED, JAN 31 4 PM - 6 PM
Silent Book Club is a 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.
OUTREACH MOOD BOARDS Java Springs WED, JAN 10 4 PM
Start 2024 off by making a mood board and casting your vision for the new year! Feel free to bring your own pictures. Other supplies will be provided.
CREELSBORO CREATES!
Creelsboro Country Store THU, JAN 11 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.
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JOY OF JOURNALING
Java Springs THU, JAN 25 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, Jan 3 | Active Day | 10 am Wed, Jan 3 | Harris Grocery | 3 pm - 4 pm Mon, Jan 8 | Brighter Futures | 10 am Tue, Jan 9 | Grace Manor | 10 am - 11 am Tue, Jan 9 | Jamestown Manor | 3 pm - 4 pm Wed, Jan 10 | Russell Springs Manor | 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Thu, Jan 11 | Crystal Springs | 11 am - 12 pm Thu, Jan 11 | Spring Meadows | 12 pm - 1 pm Fri, Jan 12 | Heavenly Heights | 10 am - 11 am Fri, Jan 12 | Creelsboro Country Store | 12 pm - 1 pm Mon, Jan 15 | Dunnville Christian Church | 3 pm - 4 pm Wed, Jan 17 | Active Day | 10 am Wed, Jan 17 | Harris Grocery | 3 pm - 4 pm Fri, Jan 19 | Eli Country Store | 9 am - 11 am Mon, Jan 22 | Brighter Futures | 10 am Tue, Jan 23 | Grace Manor | 10 am - 11 am Tue, Jan 23 | Jamestown Manor | 3 pm - 4 pm Wed, Jan 24 | Russell Springs Manor | 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Thu, Jan 25 | Crystal Springs | 11 am - 12 pm Thu, Jan 25 | Spring Meadows | 12 pm - 1 pm Fri, Jan 26 | Heavenly Heights | 10 am - 11 am Fri, Jan 26 | Creelsboro Country Store | 12 pm - 1 pm Mon, Jan 29 | Dunnville Christian Church | 3 pm - 4 pm
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FAMILY/ALL AGES
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SCIENCE IN PLAY2GO GRAND OPENING Saturday, January 20 9 am - 3 pm
Join us as we open the Science in Play2Go exhibit! Designed by Kentucky Science Center specifically for ages 8 and under, Science in Play2Go is built around the twin concepts of open-ended play and “loose parts”- materials that can be re-imagined in countless waysallowing children to naturally develop 21st century learning and STEAM skills. JAN 2024| 11
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