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Friends Spring Book Sale

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Graves County Public Library

Room: Small Community Room

Age Group: Everyone

Program Type: Other

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Browse our Friends of the Library book sale where proceeds help purchase library items.

HARDBACKS $2

STRESS FREE & QUIET COLORING HOUR

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Library Branch: Graves County Public Library

Room: Large Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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*Adults & teens only* Join us for a quiet hour of coloring, plenty of coloring sheets and
supplies will be provided. Please mute your phone and devices during the quiet hour, we will

Live Online Author Talks: Lush Lyricism and Intimate Confessions with Miranda Cowley Heller

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:00pm

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Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club

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Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in he

Classic Movie Night: THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN (1960)

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

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Library Branch: Graves County Public Library

Room: Large Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Movie

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THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN (1960)

Bingo Night

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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Library Branch: Graves County Public Library

Room: Large Community Room

Age Group: Everyone

Program Type: Gaming

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

Play bingo, win prizes, and have fun!

Kid’s Movie: Brave

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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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!

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

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Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club

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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 Pinewood Derby (PICKUP CAR)

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 8:00pm

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Library Branch: Graves County Public Library

Room: Children's Area

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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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.

May the 4th be with You: Star Wars Celebration

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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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.

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

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Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club

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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 CLIP CHARMS CRAFT

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Library Branch: Graves County Public Library

Room: Large Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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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

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

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Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club

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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

GCPL’S SILENT BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Graves County Public Library

Room: Small Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Literacy, Adult Book Club

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

Beginner Guitar Lessons

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm

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Library Branch: Graves County Public Library

Room: Large Community Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Workshop

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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.

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

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club

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

LIBRARY BACKYARD BINGO

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Graves County Public Library

Room: Garden Area/Story Walk

Age Group: Teens, Adults

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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

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

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club

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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

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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Library Branch: Graves County Public Library

Room: Large Community Room

Age Group: Everyone

Program Type: Gaming

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

Play bingo, win prizes, and have fun!

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10 am			This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Children" group Story Time 10:00am–11:00am Babies, Children Storytime This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Children" group 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.	This event is in the "Babies" group Infant Hour- Ages 0-2 10:00am–11:00am Babies Storytime This event is in the "Babies" group 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. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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1 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Live Online Author Talks: How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Vivienne Ming 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion, Presentation, Virtual, Adult Book Club Event Details: Register Here Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad sc
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3 pm				This event is in the "Tweens" group After School Storytime 3:00pm–3:45pm Tweens Tween Book Club This event is in the "Tweens" group Library Branch: Graves County Public Library Room: Large Community Room Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Tween Book Club Event Details: Story Time for older kids. Snacks, stories, games, crafts and activities.
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 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.		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Trading Card Game Night 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Tweens Gaming This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group 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!
5 pm	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group HAIR CLAW CLIP CHARMS CRAFT 5:30pm–6:30pm Teens, Adults Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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 Disclaimer(s) 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.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group GCPL’S SILENT BOOK CLUB 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Literacy, Adult Book Club This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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. 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.

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