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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
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Website: russellcountylibrary.com
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2 | MAR 2023
LET LOVE GROW READING CHALLENGE
In partnership with Necco Foster Care & Counseling ALL AGES
MON, MAR 20 - SAT, APRIL 29
Pick up Necco’s Let Love Grow bookmarks beginning March 20th to participate in this special reading challenge. For each book you finish reading, fill in a petal or leaf. Return your completed bookmark to RCPL by Saturday, April 29th. The person who reads the most books throughout the challenge will win a prize basket sponsored by Necco Foster Care.
BRACKET CHALLENGE
In partnership with Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS
AGES 18+ BRACKETS AVAILABLE MON, MAR 13
DEADLINE TUE, MAR 14 | 4 PM
PRIZES
1st Place - $300, 2nd place - $150, 3rd place - $50
One entry per person. Entrants must include their full name, age, full address, and phone number on their bracket. Duplicate entries or illegible entries will result in disqualification. In the event that two or more contestants are tied at the conclusion of the tournament, the winner will be determined by whomever most correctly predicted the championship game’s final score. All decisions made by WJRS and the Russell County Public Library in regards to this contest are final.
KIDS (0-8 YEARS)
BABY STORYTIME
AGES 0-24 MONTHS
EVERY TUESDAY
10 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 4-6
EVERY WEDNESDAY
10:30 AM
Stories, songs, crafts, and playtime specifically planned to help your child march into school ready to learn!
TERRIFIC 2s & 3s
AGES 2-3
EVERY THURSDAY
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.
RUFF & READY READERS
SAT, MAR 11
10 AM - 11 AM
Learning to read, especially out loud, can be scary. Our Ruff & Ready Readers program will give children the opportunity to read a book to a trained therapy dog. For more information, contact Children’s Librarian Ginger Stapp at ginger@russellcountylibrary.com.
ART ROCKS!
AGES 5-8
MON, MAR 13
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Use your creativity to paint and decorate rocks to put in your family’s flowerpots or gardens!
LAUGH & LEARN
TUE, MAR 14
6 PM - 7 PM
In partnership with the Russell County Extension Office
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 for an hour of games, playtime, books, and crafts.
4 | MAR 2023
CONFIDENT ME
WED, MAR 8
4 PM
AGES 11-15
In recognition of International Women’s Day, RCPL is participating in Dove’s Self Esteem Project! Developed by the Center for Appearance Research, this body confidence workshop for tween and teen girls will explore everything from media influence to peer pressure and promote positive body image. Light refreshments will be served.
TAB (Teen Advisory Board)
THU, MAR 23
5 PM
AGES 13-18
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.
TWEENS (9-12 YEARS) /TEENS (13-18) ALL AGES
“WEAR GREEN” BUTTON-MAKING
MON, MAR 13 - THU, MAR 16
3 PM - 4:30 PM
Avoid the pinch on St Patrick’s Day by making a green button to wear on March 17th!
READ ACROSS RUSSELL COUNTY
TUE, MAR 21
4 PM - 6 PM
In partnership with the Russell County Education Association
The RCEA (Russell County Education Association) and your RCPL would like to invite everyone to join us as we celebrate Read Across Russell County! There will be fun activities for all ages including face painting, Read With a Laker, and more.
MAR 2023 | 5
HAPPY DAY ST. PATRICK'S
ADULTS (18+)
PARKINSON’S SYMPOSIUM
SAT, MAR 4
9 AM - 12:30 PM
Attend the Tennessee and Kentucky Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium - Ask the Expert: Nutrition & Pharmacy virtually! Learn how a balanced diet and medication management can optimize benefits and minimize side effects. The speakers for this symposium will be Justin T. Phillips, MD (Movement Disorders Neurology, Norton Healthcare) and Kayla Johnson, Pharm. D., BCPS, BCPP (Clinical Pharmacist, Vanderbilt University). There is no charge to attend. This program is open to people with Parkinson’s, their families, friends, and the community. A light breakfast will be provided.
To preregister, go to Parkinson.org/Murfreesboro or scan the QR code. For more information, contact Angela Boggs at angela@russellcountylibrary.com.
BUILD YOUR BUSINESS
FRI, MAR 10
4 PM
Looking to start, build, grow, or pivot your business? Learn the ins and outs of social media marketing your entrepreneurial venture from Kentucky SBDC Business Coach JC Phelps. Overall strategy + social media platforms will be discussed. Training is provided free of charge and is hosted at the Russell County Public Library.
Please pre-register for the training at kysbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/9752
3D PRINTING: A MAKERY WORKSHOP SERIES
MON, MAR 13
4:30 PM
AGES 13+
Learn everything you need to know to start 3D printing in this series of workshops. This month we will focus on 3D modeling and design. We will introduce the popular 3D modeling tool, Tinkercad, and create our own ‘ready to print’ 3D models! For more information, contact Technology Coordinator Jesse Murrell at jesse@russellcountylibrary.com
SPRING INTO GARDENING
MON, MAR 20
1 PM - 6 PM
Spring is the perfect time to start a garden! Explore the ins and outs of gardening, including soil, plants, and bugs from local experts!
PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUB
TUE, MAR 28
5 PM
Love to read? Want to join others in discussions about this month’s pick? Join Page Turners Book Club. For the latest book and more information, contact Reference Librarian Glenda York at glenda@russellcountylibrary.com.
March’s Book Club Pick
The Librarian of Boone’s Hollow
Written by Kim Vogel Sawyer
6 | MAR 2023
RCPL @ FAIR OAKS
Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation
WED, MAR 1 | 2 PM
Celebrate World Music Therapy Day by playing instruments, listening to records, and dancing!
JOY OF JOURNALING
Common Grounds Coffee & Yoga
MON, MAR 6 | 5 PM - 7 PM
Start the week off right by experiencing the joy of journaling and yummy treats at Common Grounds. Journals and supplies will be provided.
CREELSBORO CREATES!
Creelsboro Country Store
THU, MAR 16 | 2 PM - 5 PM
Bring the kids to Creelsboro Country Store for a fun St. Patricks Day craft and a free scoop of ice cream from Chaney’s Diary Barn.
SPRING INTO SCIENCE AT ACTIVE DAY
Active Day
WED, MAR 22 | 10 AM
Kick off the new season with stories and crafts related to spring and science.
RCPL @ CREELSBORO
Creelsboro Country Store
THU, MAR 23 | 11 AM - 2 PM
Do you live in the Creelsboro area? Head down to the Creelsboro Country Store for all your library needs. Sign up for a library card, register your child for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, drop off your books, and learn how to reserve new ones!
RCPL @ SENIOR CENTER
Russell County Senior Citizen Center
FRI, MAR 24 | 11:30 AM
Get in a Spring mood by painting your own flowerpot and listening to bright music! Supplies will be provided.
RCPL @ SENIOR CENTER: BEAUTY SHOP
Russell County Senior Citizen Center
WED, MAR 29 | 11:30 AM
Get pampered with nail polish, makeup, hair care, and more!
COMMUNITY EVENTS
ADULT GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Presented by Hospice of Lake Cumberland
THU, MAR 2
10 AM - 11:30 AM
Grieving is a different process for everyone. A new adult bereavement group will meet on the first Thursday of each month and is free and open to the public. To join the group, contact the HLC office at 606-679-4389 or just stop by a meeting.
ADULT SUICIDE GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Presented by Hospice of Lake Cumberland
MON, MAR 6
5 PM - 6:30 PM
Grieving is a different process for everyone. To join the group, contact the HLC office at 606-679-4389 or just stop by a meeting.
WEE SCHOOL
Presented by The Family Resource Centers of Russell County Schools
FRI, MAR 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! Register your child by contacting Amy Roy (270-343-2056) for more details.
SONGFARMERS OF RUSSELL
SAT, MAR 25
9 AM - 12:30 PM
COUNTY
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.
MAR 2023 | 7
OUTREACH
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 Preschool Story Hour 10:30 am RCPL @ Fair Oaks 2 pm 2 Terrific 2s & 3s 10:30 am Hospice Adult Grief Support Group (see page 7 ) 3 4 Parkinson’s Symposium 9 am12:30 pm 6 Joy of Journaling @ Common Grounds 5 pm7 pm Hospice Suicide Loss Support Group (see page 7) 7 Baby 10Storytime am 8 Preschool Story Hour 10:30 am Confident Me 4 pm 9 Terrific 2s & 3s 10:30 am 10 Build Your Business 4 pm 11 Ruff & Ready Readers 10 am11 am 13 Art Rocks! 9:30 am10:30 am 3D Printer Workshop 4:30 pm 14 Baby 10Storytime am Laugh & Learn 6 pm 15 Preschool Story Hour 10:30 am 16 Terrific 2s & 3s 10:30 am Creelsboro Creates! 2 pm5 pm 17 Wee School (see page 7) 18 20 Spring into Gardening 1 pm6 pm 21 Baby 10Storytime am Read Across Russell County 4 pm6 pm 22 RCPL @ Active Day 10 am Preschool Story Hour 10:30 am 23 Terrific 2s & 3s 10:30 am RCPL @ Creelsboro 11 am2 pm TAB 5 pm 24 RCPL @ Senior Center 11:30 am 25 SongFarmers of Russell County (see page 7) 27 28 Baby Storytime 10 am Page Turners Book Club 5 pm 29 Preschool Story Hour 10:30 am RCPL @ Senior Center 11:30 am 30 Terrific 2s & 3s 10:30 am 31 Kids (0-8) Adults (18+) Teens (13-18) Tweens (9-12) All Ages Outreach MARCH Wear Green Button Making | 3 pm to 4:30 pm Bracket Pickup Bracket Deadline @ 4 pm
