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Inclusion and Accessibility
Recognizing the diverse needs of our patrons is part of our commitment to making our space welcoming and accessible to all. We want to empower our community members to make informed decisions about their participation in our programs and activites by utilizing our Sensory Key. What is Sensory Key? A visual tool consisting of icons to help indicate the sensory elements associated with various programs and activities at your RCPL. By clearly communicating these elements, we hope to create a thoughtful and accommodating environment for comfortable participation. If you require further accommodations, contact Assistant Director Cody Gabehart by phone at 270.343.7323 or email at cody@russellcountylibrary.com. SENSORY KEY VOLUME
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Community Events @ RCPL SONGFARMERS OF RUSSELL COUNTY SAT, JAN 17 | 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 27 | 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.
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Homeschool Hangout | 1 pm Social Work @ RCPL 3 pm - 6 pm
Toddler Tales | 9:30 am Baby Storytime | 10:30 am Snowman Building Challenge 3:30 pm
Preschool Story Hour 10:30 am BYO Spinning Top | 4:30 pm
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RCPL ON THE GO!
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CLOSED Coffee w/ Veterans 9 am - 11 am Terrific 2s & 3s | 10:30 am After School Play 3 pm - 5 pm Open Makery |3 pm - 6 pm
Terrific 2s & 3s | 10:30 am After School Play 3 pm - 5 pm Open Makery |3 pm - 6 pm
Terrific 2s & 3s | 10:30 am After School Play 3 pm - 5 pm Open Makery |3 pm - 6 pm
Adults (18+)
Classic Movie Club: Dead Poets Society | 4 pm
Family/All Ages
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AGES 0-8
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TODDLER TALES
AGES 18 MONTHS - 2 1/2 YEARS TUESDAYS 9:30 AM Active toddlers wiggle, sing, read, play, and build social skills.
BABY STORYTIME AGES 0-18 MONTHS TUESDAYS 10:30 AM
OPEN MAKERY
THURSDAYS (excluding JAN 1) 3 PM - 6 PM Explore the Makery, learn a new skill, or complete a project.
HOMESCHOOL HANGOUT MON, JAN 5 MON, JAN 19 1 PM
A 30-minute storytime introducing babies and caregivers to early reading and learning.
PRESCHOOL STORY HOUR AGES 3 1/2 - 5 YEARS WEDNESDAYS 10:30 AM
Stories, songs, crafts, and playtime designed to help your child head to school ready to learn.
Read, create, play, and learn with other homeschool families while exploring resources and building connections.
CANDY CLASH
MON, JAN 19 1 PM - 3 PM
Compete in games with your favorite characters and win candy in a sweet victory showdown!
AGES 9-12
TERRIFIC 2s & 3s
AGES 2 1/2 - 3 1/2 YEARS THURSDAYS (excluding JAN 1) 10:30 AM A 30-minute Terrific 2s & 3s session where toddlers move, listen to stories, play games, and sing.
AFTER SCHOOL PLAY
GRADES K - 3 THURSDAYS (excluding JAN 1) 3 PM - 5 PM Drop in weekly for art, play, building, games, and more!
TWEENS
SNOWMAN BUILDING CHALLENGE
TUE, JAN 6 3:30 PM
Build the tallest snowman you can in the Makery and explore engineering!
BUILD YOUR OWN SPINNING TOP
WED, JAN 7 4:30 PM Use basic materials and physics to build a working spinning top!
AGES 13-18
TEENS
TAB (TEEN ADVISORY BOARD) THU, JAN 22 5 PM
Teens can help shape the Library’s future by contributing ideas for programming, collections, and more, all while earning volunteer hours! For more information, contact Kristina.
CLASSIC MOVIE CLUB: DEAD POETS SOCIETY Presented by TAB FRI, JAN 30 4 PM
Join us for a screening of the powerful 1989 film, followed by discussions about the transformative power of literature and the importance of finding one's own voice. Refreshments will be provided.
AGES 18+
ADULTS COFFEE WITH VETERANS THU, JAN 8 9 AM - 11 AM
RCPL invites local veterans to coffee and conversation with a representative from the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs, including claim assistance and fellowship—call (270) 343-7323 for details.
LIBRARY CAFE
MON, JAN 19 9 AM - 4 PM We’re turning the Gathering Space into a cozy, welcoming spot to relax, enjoy a free drink and treat, and reconnect with friends and neighbors.
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DROP-IN HOURS MONDAYS | 3 PM - 6 PM
Connect with community resources to meet your basic needs. Assistance is available via drop-in hours or scheduled appointments. For more information, call the Library or visit the link below. Disclaimer: RCPL does not offer case management or extensive follow-up services.
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. Mon, Jan 5 | Active Day | 9:30 am Tue, Jan 6 | Crystal Springs | 12 pm Tue, Jan 6 | Russell Springs Manor | 1 pm Mon, Jan 19 | Active Day | 9:30 am Tue, Jan 20| Crystal Springs | 12 pm Tue, Jan 20 | Russell Springs Manor | 1 pm
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RCPL will be closed Thursday, January 1, 2026.
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