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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
what speaks to you!
LIBRARY NEWS
LIBRARY CLOSED
THU, NOV 28 - SAT, NOV 30
The Library will be closed Thursday, November 28 through Saturday, November 30 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen at 9 a.m. on Monday, December 2. All due dates will be adjusted. The book drop will be available for any returns during the closure.
COMMUNITY EVENTS @ RCPL
WEE SCHOOL
Presented by The Family Resource Centers of Russell County Schools FRI, NOV 15 | 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, NOV 26 | 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.
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.
LIBRARY PLAY DATE
TUE, NOV 26
10 AM - 12 PM
Join us for a play date! You and your children, ages 0 to 5+, can enjoy playtime with friends and our educational toys.
MAKERY JR
MON, NOV 4, 18 | 3 PM - 4:30 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!
DINO-VEMBER!
TUE, NOV 5 | 2:30 PM - 4 PM
Don’t miss out on the prehistoric fun! Make your own triceratops headband and paint a dinosaur picture showcasing its bones! ��
AFTER SCHOOL PLAY
THU, NOV 7, 14, 21 | 2:30 PM - 4 PM
Join friends and family each week for art, pretend play, building activities, games, and more! Featuring: NOV 7: Spin Art NOV 14: MakeDo Cardboard Construction NOV 21: Watercolor Painting
VETERANS DAY SALUTE
MON, NOV 11 | 4 PM - 5 PM
Work together to create a sparkly red, white, and blue mosaic of our nation’s flag to display in the Children’s Activity Room.
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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: SHOWCASING COLLECTIONS
AND ARTISTRY
At your RCPL, we believe in the power of community and the stories each of us bring. Through our Collections Display and The Gallery, we have the privilege of showcasing diverse interests and talents of local artists and collectors. We invite you to share your passion with us! Whether you have a unique collection or portfolio of artwork you’re eager to display, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire others and engage with the community.
Connect with us to learn more about contributing to our next display or showcase. COLLECTIONS DISPLAY: Contact Tammy Jo at tammyjo@russellcountylibrary.com. THE GALLERY: Contact Kristina at kristina@russellcountylibrary.com.
COLLECTIONS DISPLAY
THE
GALLERY
TWEENS (9-12 YEARS)
POKEMON BATTLE
ACADEMY
TUE, NOV 5 | 2 PM - 4 PM
Prepare for battle! We’ll have everything you need to play the Pokémon trading card game. With a little strategy and luck, you’ll be ready to battle with the best!
D&D ADVENTURES:
FLEE OR FREEZE
MON, NOV 11 |12 PM - 4 PM
AGES 11-18
Mistakenly trespassing into the grounds of an Archmage’s palace has landed you in an icy dungeon without your weapon. The chilling discovery that you aren’t the first to make this fatal misstep prompts a desperate attempt to escape before the cold catches up to you.
D&D ADVENTURES: IN TOO
DEEP
MON, NOV 11 | 12 PM - 4 PM
AGES 11-18
Mistakenly trespassing into the grounds of an Archmage’s palace has landed you in an icy dungeon without your weapon. The chilling discovery that you aren’t the first to make this fatal misstep prompts a desperate attempt to escape before the cold catches up to you.
DINOSAUR TERRARIUMS
WED, NOV 13 | 4 PM
Celebrate Dino-vember by making your own prehistoric paradise!
TEENS (13-18 YEARS)
DIY PAPER STARS
WED, NOV 20 | 3:30 PM
Learn how to make your own holiday décor using paper bags!
TAB (Teen Advisory Board)
THU, NOV 21 | 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+)
WRITERS CLUB
SAT, NOV 2, 9, 16, 23
10 AM - 11 AM
Whether you’re just starting out or have been writing for years, this club is for you! Meet fellow writers, share your work, and more in this creative space.
LUNCH & LEARN : FESTIVE FALL SIDE DISHES
In partnership with the Russell County Extension Office TUE, NOV 12
12 PM
Come join us for our November Lunch & Learn class! This month, Megan Gullett, FCS Agent, will talk about some festive, and healthy, fall recipes you can add to liven up the holidays. Food will be offered on a first-come, first-serve basis.
COOKIE DECORATING
SAT, NOV 16
10 AM
*REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Join Isabelle Flanagan where she will be sharing her sugar cookie and royal icing recipes to help you kick-start your holiday baking! She will also be teaching decorating techniques. Each participant will decorate two cookies to take home. Registration is required, and spots are limited.
COFFEE & CRAFTS
TUE, NOV 19
4 PM - 6 PM
Join us for an afternoon of coffee and crafts! Get creative and make anything you like using the supplies provided.
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.
Tue, Nov 5 | Russell Springs Manor | 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Thu, Nov 7 | Spring Meadows | 11 am - 12 pm
Thu, Nov 7 | Crystal Springs 12 pm - 1 pm
Wed, Nov 13 | God’s Food Pantry | 12 pm - 1pm
Tue, Nov 19 | Russell Springs Manor | 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Thu, Nov 21 | Spring Meadows | 11 am - 12 pm
Thu, Nov 21 | Crystal Springs 12 pm - 1 pm
Wed, Nov 27 | God’s Food Pantry | 12 pm - 1pm
