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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

Event Details:

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

Lego Derby Flyer

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

Event Details:

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?

Backyard Bingo Flyer

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

Bingo Night Flyer

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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All Day				This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group ADULT & TEEN READING CHALLENGE - ALL MONTH OF APRIL All Day Teens, Adults Literacy This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Graves County Public Library Room: Circulation Desk Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Literacy Event Details: Read five books in the month of April to earn a goodie bag reward. Paper reading logs will be available at the circulation desk, or you may screenshot the reading log online and fill it in!		Closing Good Friday All Day Branches: Graves County Public Library
9 am				This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group JU Kevil Story Club 9:30am–11:00am Teens, Adults Adult Book Club This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Graves County Public Library Room: Large Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Adult Book Club Event Details: This program is for adults who have physical, mental and/or developmental disabilities. The adult program librarian will read a few chapters of the current book selection and do a craft or an activity fitting with the book theme!
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1 pm					This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Live Online Author Talks: On a Mission: The History of US Women Astronauts with Smithsonian Curator Emerita Valerie Neal 1:00pm–2:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club Virtual Event This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club Event Details: Register Here Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithson
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4 pm			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group LEGO Creator Night 4:00pm–4:45pm Children, Tweens STEM, Workshop This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Graves County Public Library Room: Large Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: STEM, Workshop 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.