Russell County Public Library | September 2023

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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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LIBRARY NEWS

LIBRARY

CLOSED

MON, SEPT 4

The Library will be closed Monday, September 4th in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 5th. Thank you for your understanding.

COMMUNITY EVENTS @ RCPL

WEE SCHOOL

Presented by The Family Resource Centers of Russell County Schools

FRI, SEPT 22

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, SEPT 26

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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.

SONGFARMERS OF RUSSELL COUNTY

SAT, SEPT 23

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.

RCPL’s Halloween Costume Drive is back! We will be accepting donations of costumes, accessories, and trick-or-treat buckets starting Tuesday, September 5th. To schedule a donation, please contact Kristina or Angela.

NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 15

Celebramos el Mes de la Herencia Hispana para reconocer los logros y las contribuciones de los campeones hispanoamericanos que han inspirado a otros a alcanzar el éxito.

We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month to recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic American champions who have inspired others to achieve success.

KIDS

TODDLER TALES

AGES 18 MONTHS - 2 1/2 YEARS

EVERY TUESDAY

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

EVERY TUESDAY

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

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 1/2 - 3 1/2

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.

AIR DRY CLAY PLAY

AGES 5 - 8

MON, SEPT 11

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Create small items from air-dry clay! Bring your favorite fashion dolls or action figures and make fun accessories for them to use. They’ll need to dry at home for at least a day to solidify, but then you’ll have some new creations for your playtime worlds!

LAUGH & LEARN

In partnership with the Russell County Extension Office

AGES 3-5

TUE, SEPT 19

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.

HOMEWORK HELP

BEGINNING TUE, SEPT 5

GRADES 4 - 12

MON - THU

3 PM - 6 PM (Appointment Only)

We are now offering free homework assistance for students to support out of school learning and engagement. Subjects include English, history, math, reading, and science. To schedule a session, contact Kristina at kristina@russellcountylibrary.com.

HOMEWORK HELP

GRADES 4 - 12

BEGINNING TUE, SEPT 5

MON - THU

3 PM - 6 PM (Appointment Only)

We are now offering free homework assistance for students to support out-of-school learning and engagement. Subjects include English, history, math, reading, and science. To schedule a session, contact Kristina at kristina@russellcountylibrary.com.

ANXIETY SUPPORT GROUP

GRADES 6-8 | EVERY TUE, BEGINNING SEPT 12

GRADES 9-12 | EVERY WED, BEGINNING SEPT 13 4:30 PM

TWEENS TEENS

SCHOOL SPIRIT WORKSHOP

AGES 13+

TUE, SEPT 5 | FATHEADS

WED, SEPT 6 | BUTTONS & POSTERS

THU, SEPT 7 | BUTTONS & POSTERS

4 PM - 6 PM

Celebrate Russell County Middle and High School Homecoming and learn how to make your own Laker fan gear!

Pricing of Makery items:

Fathead $4

Button $0.25

Poster (24” x 36”) $6

TAB (Teen Advisory Board)

THU, SEPT 28

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.

ADULTS

SCHOOL SPIRIT WORKSHOP

AGES 13+

TUE, SEPT 5 | FATHEADS

WED, SEPT 6 | BUTTONS & POSTERS

THU, SEPT 7 | BUTTONS & POSTERS

4 PM - 6 PM

Celebrate Russell County Middle and High School

Homecoming and learn how to make your own Laker fan gear!

Pricing of Makery items:

Fathead $4

Button $0.25

Poster (24” x 36”) $6

WALKING CLUB

MONDAYS (excludingSept4)

5 PM

Bring a friend and come to the library for an evening stroll. Being part of a walking club can help you stay motivated and boost your health, energy, and mood.

SILENT BOOK CLUB

THU, SEPT 21

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 reading or discussion guides—the “silent” part of our book club—but we like to share book recommendations and meet like-minded readers.

FALL BOOK TASTING

MON, SEPT 25

11 AM - 6 PM

Drop in and sample books from various genres, including horror, cozy mysteries, historical fiction, and more, while sipping on a warm, cozy pumpkin spice latte or caramel apple cider.

FAMILY/ALL AGES

LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH

ALL SEPTEMBER

September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month, and we want to celebrate with you! Patrons who sign up for a library card this month will receive an RCPL book bag. Existing patrons, whom we also appreciate, stop by the front desk for an “I Love RCPL” refrigerator magnet.

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, Sept 6 | 10 am | Active Day

Tue, Sept 12 | 10 am | Brighter Futures

Fri, Sept 15 | 11am - 12 pm| Eli Country Store

Tue, Sept 19 | 10 am - 11 am | Grace Manor

Thu, Sept 21 | 11 am - 12 pm | Spring Meadows

Thu, Sept 21 | 12 pm - 1 pm | Crystal Springs

Fri, Sept 22 | 10 am - 11 am | Heavenly Heights

Thu, Sept 28 | 3 pm - 4 pm | Jabez Christian Home Separate Baptist Church

BITES & BOOKS

Reel Java & Creamery

WED, SEPT 6 | 12 PM - 2 PM

Grab some lunch and chat about books, sit down and read for a while, or discover RCPL happenings. A small collection of books will be available, or you can bring your own!

RCPL @ CREELSBORO

Creelsboro Country Store

THU, SEPT 7

11 AM - 1 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!

CARD MAKING

Three Daughters Coffee & Sweets

TUE, SEPT 12

11 AM - 1 PM

In celebration of National Day of Encouragement, participants will create unique greeting cards to send loved ones.

CREELSBORO CREATES!

Creelsboro Country Store

THU, SEPT 14

2 PM - 5 PM

Bring the kids to Creelsboro Country Store for a fun, fallthemed craft and a free scoop of ice cream from Chaney’s Dairy Barn.

JOY OF JOURNALING

Java Springs

TUE, SEPT 19

4 PM - 6 PM

Start the week off right by experiencing the joy of journaling and yummy treats at Java Springs. Journals and supplies will be provided.

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