Week Calendar

Featured Events

Bingo Night

Bingo Night

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

For all ages! Come and play Bingo to win prizes!

Play bingo, win prizes, and have fun!

Brave

Kid’s Movie: Brave

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movie
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The Pixar animated film about Merida, a headstrong Scottish princess who defies age-old customs to control her own destiny, inadvertently unleashing chaos. Free drinks and snacks!

Jason Reynolds

Live Online Author Talks: On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience in Virtual Conversation with Jason Reynolds

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

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Join us in an online conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–a

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LEGO Pinewood Derby (PICKUP CAR)

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Cars available: May 1st

Race Day: May 30th

Pick up a lego derby car chassis from the front desk and build your Lego car following the guidelines. Then meet at the library on the 30th to race your cars.

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May the 4th be with You: Star Wars Celebration

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
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May the 4th be with you as we celebrate Star Wars with an hour of activities and snacks. Use the force to blow up the Death Star with a paper airplane. Train your Jedi skills with pool noodle light saber keepy uppy.

Marjan Kamali

Live Online Author Talks: On Courage, Turmoil, and the Transformative Power of Love with Marjan Kamali

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

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Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of he

Hair Claw Craft Flyer

HAIR CLAW CLIP CHARMS CRAFT

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Beads, string, clasps, and claw clips will all be provided. Create the viral claw clip charms to
put some whimsy on your warm weather updos. Each crafter will get one claw clip, or feel free

Dr. Vivienne Ming

Live Online Author Talks: How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Vivienne Ming

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

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Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad sc

Silent Book Club Flyer

GCPL’S SILENT BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Small Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Literacy, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

Silent Book Clubs are nationally recognized book clubs designed to take the pressure off reading, while still maintaining the feeling of a club.

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Beginner Guitar Lessons

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Workshop
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.

Nir Eyal

Live Online Author Talks: Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential with Nir Eyal

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

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What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible…was belief?

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LIBRARY BACKYARD BINGO

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Garden Area/Story Walk
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy some fresh air and appreciate the small slices of nature around you! Grab a bingo card
in the hallway beside the garden entrance and walk the story trail and library grounds. Your

Elizabeth Lim

Live Online Author Talks: Dangerous Magic, Enchanting Romance, and Painting the Future with Elizabeth Lim

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

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Inspired by the classic, romantic tale of Beauty and the Beast, bestselling author Elizabeth Lim features a cursed dragon lord and

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Bingo Night

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Graves County Public Library
Room: Large Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

For all ages! Come and play Bingo to win prizes!

Play bingo, win prizes, and have fun!

Mary Savig

Live Online Author Talks: Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

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Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—fr

Matt Dinniman

Live Online Author Talks: Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat: Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

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Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers!

Zaila Avant-garde

Live Online Author Talks:Wonderfully Weird: Celebrating the Joys of Feeling Different with Zaila Avant-garde

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

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This event will be 30 minutes in length. 

Ted Page

Live Online Author Talks:Nurturing Future Generations: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood with Ted Page

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

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Join us in virtual conversation with storyteller and popular blogger Ted Page as we chat about his book Good Grandpa: Stories f

Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy

Live Online Author TalksSimple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club
Event Details:

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Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co.

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