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John Fennell Exhibit - Perceptions: The Outer World, the Inner World

01/03/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/31/2026 @ 8:00pm
Main Library

John Fennell has been a painter for 40 years and works out of Orr Street Studios in Columbia.

Library Branch: Main Library
Description:

John Fennell has been a painter for 40 years and works out of Orr Street Studios in Columbia.

This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "New Adults" group

Wondrous World by Kay (Swyers) Murphy @ the Osage Branch

All Day 1/7 - 3/28
Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery at Osage County
Program Type:
Osage County Events, Special Events
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults

Come enjoy Kay (Swyers) Murphy's Wondrous World art show in the Woodland Art Gallery at the Osage County Library from January 7 through March 28, 2026.

A note from Kay:

Library Branch: Osage County
Room: Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Program Type: Osage County Events, Special Events
Description:

Come enjoy Kay (Swyers) Murphy's Wondrous World art show in the Woodland Art Gallery at the Osage County Library from January 7 through March 28, 2026.

A note from Kay:

This event is in the "Kids" group

Reading Heroes @ the Osage Branch

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 4:00pm
Osage County Branch Classroom at Osage County
Program Type:
Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Age Group:
Kids

Reading Heroes is a program providing one-on-one reading enrichment sessions for kids who are enrolled in grades K-2.  These sessions are led by a retired reading teacher and are available by appointment in half hour increments from 10:30 am

Library Branch: Osage County
Room: Osage County Branch Classroom
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Description:

Reading Heroes is a program providing one-on-one reading enrichment sessions for kids who are enrolled in grades K-2.  These sessions are led by a retired reading teacher and are available by appointment in half hour increments from 10:30 am

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy @ the Osage Branch

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery at Osage County
Program Type:
Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Age Group:
Adults

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is an eight-week, evidence-based strength training program designed for older adults who want to improve their quality of life and stay active.

Library Branch: Osage County
Room: Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Description:

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is an eight-week, evidence-based strength training program designed for older adults who want to improve their quality of life and stay active.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi @ the Osage Branch

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery at Osage County
Program Type:
Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Age Group:
Adults

Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention is an exercise program recommended by the CDC to benefit overall well-being.

Library Branch: Osage County
Room: Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Description:

Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention is an exercise program recommended by the CDC to benefit overall well-being.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "New Adults" group

Osage Page Turners Unite! (Book Club) @ the Osage Branch

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Osage County Events
Age Group:
Adults, New Adults

Join us at Ruhe's Coffee in Linn for our adult book group called the Osage Page Turners. We meet quarterly to enjoy a discussion on our selected book.

This month's selection is James by Percival Everett.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Osage County Events
Description:

Join us at Ruhe's Coffee in Linn for our adult book group called the Osage Page Turners. We meet quarterly to enjoy a discussion on our selected book.

This month's selection is James by Percival Everett.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Minecraft Monday

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
MRRL Art Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Gaming/Games
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Join us to play Minecraft with your friends!

*This month we will have little competition with a few prizes!*

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Gaming/Games
Registration Required
Description:

Join us to play Minecraft with your friends!

*This month we will have little competition with a few prizes!*

This event is in the "Kids" group

Sensory Play Day (3 and under) @ the Osage Branch

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery at Osage County
Program Type:
Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Age Group:
Kids

Drop in and enjoy an open learning and play time featuring a variety of sensory and activity stations. This event is offered on the third Tuesday of every month.

Library Branch: Osage County
Room: Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Description:

Drop in and enjoy an open learning and play time featuring a variety of sensory and activity stations. This event is offered on the third Tuesday of every month.

This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "New Adults" group

Tech Time

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mark Twain Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults, New Adults

Tech Time is a program offered by the library that offers one-on-one technology help to patrons, no sign-up necessary. Just walk in with your device or questions, and we will do what we can to assist!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Mark Twain Room
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional
Description:

Tech Time is a program offered by the library that offers one-on-one technology help to patrons, no sign-up necessary. Just walk in with your device or questions, and we will do what we can to assist!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
MRRL Art Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
Preschool Story Time:

Ages 3-5. No reservations needed. Stories and music for preschoolers.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytimes

Ages 3-5. No reservations needed. Stories and music for preschoolers.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Leprechaun Fun @ the Osage Branch

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery at Osage County
Program Type:
Crafts, Gaming/Games, Osage County Events
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Kids come out to the library for activities and crafts to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Don't forget to wear your green! No reservations needed.

Library Branch: Osage County
Room: Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Crafts, Gaming/Games, Osage County Events
Description:

Kids come out to the library for activities and crafts to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Don't forget to wear your green! No reservations needed.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Suncatchers

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
MRRL Art Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Decorate your spaces with beautiful homemade suncatchers! Create one using glue and food coloring or one using tissue paper!

Registration required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Decorate your spaces with beautiful homemade suncatchers! Create one using glue and food coloring or one using tissue paper!

Registration required.

MRRL Board Meeting

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Library Meetings
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Program Type: Library Meetings

Public Desk Committee

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Mark Twain Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Library Meetings
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Mark Twain Room
Program Type: Library Meetings
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Family Storytime

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
MRRL Art Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Family
Story Time (Main Branch):

All ages. Stories, music, crafts, and activities.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Crafts, Storytimes

All ages. Stories, music, crafts, and activities.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy @ the Osage Branch

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery at Osage County
Program Type:
Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Age Group:
Adults

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is an eight-week, evidence-based strength training program designed for older adults who want to improve their quality of life and stay active.

Library Branch: Osage County
Room: Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Description:

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is an eight-week, evidence-based strength training program designed for older adults who want to improve their quality of life and stay active.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Learning in Retirement Film Class

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
MRRL Art Gallery at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Film study group

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Description:

Film study group

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi @ the Osage Branch

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery at Osage County
Program Type:
Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Age Group:
Adults

Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention is an exercise program recommended by the CDC to benefit overall well-being.

Library Branch: Osage County
Room: Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Description:

Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention is an exercise program recommended by the CDC to benefit overall well-being.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "New Adults" group

Wednesday Evening Yoga

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 5:15pm - 6:15pm
MRRL Art Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational/Instructional
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, New Adults

Rejuvenate your mind and body. All shapes, sizes and abilities are welcome. Bring a mat (or towel) to class if you have one, but these are not required. Drop-ins welcome. No charge – library program.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Teens, New Adults
Program Type: Educational/Instructional
Description:

Rejuvenate your mind and body. All shapes, sizes and abilities are welcome. Bring a mat (or towel) to class if you have one, but these are not required. Drop-ins welcome. No charge – library program.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Tail Waggin' Tutors

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
2nd Floor Children's Area at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational/Instructional
Age Group:
Kids

Bring your favorite book to read to a trained therapy dog (TDI-Therapy Dogs International). Grover will be in the Children's department on March 4th and 18th, 5:30-6:30 pm. He can't wait to hear your story!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Educational/Instructional
Description:

Bring your favorite book to read to a trained therapy dog (TDI-Therapy Dogs International). Grover will be in the Children's department on March 4th and 18th, 5:30-6:30 pm. He can't wait to hear your story!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Kids STEAM Night: Snap Circuits

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Truman Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational/Instructional
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 7-12. Registration required and limited to 12 spots. Create an electronic alarm, power a helicopter blade, or design other simple electronics using kits.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Truman Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Educational/Instructional
Registration Required
Description:

Ages 7-12. Registration required and limited to 12 spots. Create an electronic alarm, power a helicopter blade, or design other simple electronics using kits.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "New Adults" group

Thursday Morning Yoga

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
MRRL Art Gallery at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational/Instructional
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, New Adults

Rejuvenate your mind and body. All shapes, sizes and abilities are welcome. Bring a mat (or towel) to class if you have one, but these are not required. Drop-ins welcome. No charge – library program.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Teens, New Adults
Program Type: Educational/Instructional
Description:

Rejuvenate your mind and body. All shapes, sizes and abilities are welcome. Bring a mat (or towel) to class if you have one, but these are not required. Drop-ins welcome. No charge – library program.

This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "New Adults" group

iPhone Basics

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Mark Twain Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults, New Adults

If you have an iPhone but are having trouble understanding it, check out this class! We'll go over navigating around your phone to helpful apps to make your phone usage a breeze.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Mark Twain Room
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional
Registration Required
Description:

If you have an iPhone but are having trouble understanding it, check out this class! We'll go over navigating around your phone to helpful apps to make your phone usage a breeze.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "New Adults" group

Social Bridge Club

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Truman Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Gaming/Games
Age Group:
Adults, New Adults

Join us for some fun and friendly Bridge gameplay every Thursday! All skill levels and new players welcome. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Truman Room
Age Group: Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Gaming/Games
Description:

Join us for some fun and friendly Bridge gameplay every Thursday! All skill levels and new players welcome.