Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Lego Night

LEGO Creator Night

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

All ages welcome

Let imaginations run wild with a bucket of LEGO! Children and their families are invited to create and play for an hour of fun. Finished creations will be displayed in the library for the rest of the week. 

Literary Conversations

Live Online Author Talks: On Writing Darkly Charming Villainous Love with Hannah Nicole Maehrer

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion and Signing, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

Register here

Infant Hour

Infant Hour- Ages 0-2

Friday, September 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of socialization and enrichment for children up to 2 years old.  Snacks, stories, songs, activities, and crafts.

Trading Card

Trading Card Game Night

Friday, September 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Learn and play popular Trading Card Games like Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Disney Lorcana, Munchkin and more! Decks will be provided, or bring your own and challenge other trainers, duelists, and players!

Silent Book Club

GCPL’S SILENT BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for our official first meeting of GCPL’S Silent Book Club! SBC’s are nationally recognized book clubs designed to take the pressure off reading, while still maintaining the feeling of a club.

Literary Conversations

Live Online Author Talks: Argue Less and Talk More with Communication Expert Jefferson Fisher

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion and Signing, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

Register Here

The lodger

Classic Movie Night-THE LODGER (1944)

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a classic movie, snacks and drinks provided!

The Lodger (1944) Starring Merle Oberon

Guitar Lessons

Beginner Guitar Lessons- Ages 7+

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Learn the basics of the guitar and begin your musical journey. Learn the parts of the guitar, how to care for the instrument, and of course how to play. Best for beginners or as a refresher for those who haven’t played in a while.

Paint by Numbers

PAINT BY NUMBER FOR ADULTS & TEENS

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

*MUST BE REGISTERED FOR EVENT* 25 seats only.

Literary Conversations

Live Online Author Talks: Our Failed Attempts to Make English Eezier to Spell with Author Gabe Henry

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion and Signing, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

Register Here

Encanto

Hispanic Heritage Month Movie: Encanto

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Sing, laugh, and cry to the beautiful story of the Madrigal family in celebration of Hispanic Heritage month.

 

Popcorn and drinks offered. 

Fall Book Sale

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 9:00am - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Faux Taxidermy

TEENS ONLY TAKE HOME CRAFT

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Fake insect, mounting board, glue & paint- you’ll get everything you need to create your own faux insect taxidermy.

Hobbit Quest

Hobbit Quest- Ages 5+

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate Frodo and Bilbo’s birthdays with a Lord of the Rings themed quest. Fill your belly with a hobbit feast of fruits, veggies, cheeses and breads.

Stevens Puppets

Sleepy Hollow Marionette Performance

Monday, September 29, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Kick off spooky season with a classic story performed by marionettes with Stevens Puppets. Stay after the show to learn some more about the marionettes.

 

Literary Conversations

Live Online Author Talks: Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators

Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion and Signing, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

Register Here

Literary Conversations

Live Online Author Talks: 10 Years of Daring Heists and Lovable Outcasts in YA Fantasy with Leigh Bardugo

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion and Signing
Event Details:

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Haunted Harvest

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Celebrate Halloween with us at our annual Haunted Harvest! There will be games, crafts, halloween costume contests, and free food!

Literary Conversations

Live Online Author Talks:Courtly Intrigue and Whispers as Weapons with Historical Fiction Queen Philippa Gregory

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion and Signing, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

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Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Graves County Public Library

Deposition

9:00am–2:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Study Room Left
Purpose of Meeting

Deposition

Kynect Health Insurance

10:30am–12:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Lobby
Purpose of Meeting

Help public sign up for medicaid health insurance

American Red Cross Blood Drive

11:00am–4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Blood Drive

LEGO Creator Night

3:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

All ages welcome

Let imaginations run wild with a bucket of LEGO! Children and their families are invited to create and play for an hour of fun. Finished creations will be displayed in the library for the rest of the week. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Teen Program

Library policy states that a minor over the age of 12 is allowed to be at the library without an adult. Library staff is not responsible chaperoning teens 12 and older outside of actual program space.

Alzheimer's Meeting

12:00pm–2:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Alzheimer's Meeting

Live Online Author Talks: On Writing Darkly Charming Villainous Love with Hannah Nicole Maehrer

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Book Discussion and Signing, Adult Book Club
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion and Signing, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

Register here

Story Time

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime

Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun filled storytimes. We provide stories, crafts, and food.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Homemaker's book club

12:30pm–3:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Book club

DJJ Meeting

4:00pm–5:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Study Room Left
Purpose of Meeting

Meeting

Graves County Preschool Parent Meeting

4:00pm–5:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Fireplace Room
Purpose of Meeting

To talk to parents about how they want this school year to look for their students. Vote on parent committee and policy council parent.

Infant Hour- Ages 0-2

10:00am–11:00am
Babies
Storytime
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun filled storytimes. We provide stories, crafts, and food.

Join us for an hour of socialization and enrichment for children up to 2 years old.  Snacks, stories, songs, activities, and crafts.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Trading Card Game Night

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
Gaming
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Learn and play popular Trading Card Games like Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Disney Lorcana, Munchkin and more! Decks will be provided, or bring your own and challenge other trainers, duelists, and players!

Genealogy Meeting

5:00pm–8:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Genealogy

Night Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly Book Club

Bible Study

6:00pm–8:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Fireplace Room
Purpose of Meeting

Bible Study

LEGO Creator Night

3:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

All ages welcome

Let imaginations run wild with a bucket of LEGO! Children and their families are invited to create and play for an hour of fun. Finished creations will be displayed in the library for the rest of the week. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Teen Program

Library policy states that a minor over the age of 12 is allowed to be at the library without an adult. Library staff is not responsible chaperoning teens 12 and older outside of actual program space.

GCPL’S SILENT BOOK CLUB

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Adult Book Club
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for our official first meeting of GCPL’S Silent Book Club! SBC’s are nationally recognized book clubs designed to take the pressure off reading, while still maintaining the feeling of a club.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Live Online Author Talks: Argue Less and Talk More with Communication Expert Jefferson Fisher

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Book Discussion and Signing, Adult Book Club
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion and Signing, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

Register Here

Story Time

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime

Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun filled storytimes. We provide stories, crafts, and food.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Classic Movie Night-THE LODGER (1944)

5:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Movie
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a classic movie, snacks and drinks provided!

The Lodger (1944) Starring Merle Oberon

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Teen Program

Library policy states that a minor over the age of 12 is allowed to be at the library without an adult. Library staff is not responsible chaperoning teens 12 and older outside of actual program space.

Infant Hour- Ages 0-2

10:00am–11:00am
Babies
Storytime
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun filled storytimes. We provide stories, crafts, and food.

Join us for an hour of socialization and enrichment for children up to 2 years old.  Snacks, stories, songs, activities, and crafts.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Trading Card Game Night

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
Gaming
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Learn and play popular Trading Card Games like Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Disney Lorcana, Munchkin and more! Decks will be provided, or bring your own and challenge other trainers, duelists, and players!

Beginner Guitar Lessons- Ages 7+

4:00pm–4:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Learn the basics of the guitar and begin your musical journey. Learn the parts of the guitar, how to care for the instrument, and of course how to play. Best for beginners or as a refresher for those who haven’t played in a while.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Teen Program

Library policy states that a minor over the age of 12 is allowed to be at the library without an adult. Library staff is not responsible chaperoning teens 12 and older outside of actual program space.