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Missouri Wizard's Art Show @ the Osage Branch

All Day 4/2–5/30
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Osage County Events
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
Description:

Zackery Mueller, otherwise known as the Missouri Wizard, will have his art displayed in the Woodland Art Gallery from April 2 through May 30, 2026.

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2nd Annual Cole County 4-H Art Show

04/09/2026 @ 9:00am–04/30/2026 @ 8:00pm
Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Authors/Performers, Community Events
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Authors/Performers, Community Events
Description:

From April 9--30, the library will be hosting the Second Annual Cole County 4-H Art Show.

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Technology for Life: Computer Connectivity

1:00pm–2:30pm
Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Mark Twain Room
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional
Description:

Technology for Life is a series of computer classes meant to provide basic computer knowledge for a lifetime of learning. 

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Family Movie Time @ the Osage Branch

10:00am–11:30am
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Movies, Osage County Events
Library Branch: Osage County
Room: Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Program Type: Movies, Osage County Events
Description:

Join us for a family movie in our Art Gallery. We will be serving popcorn to enjoy during the show. Blankets and pillows welcome! 

We are showing Zootopia 2!

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Baby Chicks! @ the Osage Branch

All Day 4/13–4/17
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Osage County Events
Library Branch: Osage County
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Program Type: Osage County Events
Description:

Baby chicks are coming back to the library!! MU Extension will deliver our eggs and incubator on Monday, and you can watch them hatch live on our YouTube channel! Come enjoy the magic of baby chicks with us until Friday.

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Family Book Bingo

6:00pm–7:00pm
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Gaming/Games
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Program Type: Gaming/Games

All ages. No reservations needed. An hour of bingo fun for the family. Winning cards earn book prizes for ages 12 and under.

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Tech Time

10:00am–12:00pm
Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional
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!

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Capital READ Book Discussion

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, New Adults
Authors/Performers, Community Events, Special Events
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Truman Room
Age Group: Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Authors/Performers, Community Events, Special Events
Description:

Join us for a discussion of this year's Capital READ, The Social Biome: How Everyday Communication Connects and Shapes Us,.

Take part in all of our Capital READ events!

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Wednesday Evening Yoga

5:15pm–6:15pm
Adults, Teens, New Adults
Educational/Instructional
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.

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Thursday Morning Yoga

9:30am–10:30am
Adults, Teens, New Adults
Educational/Instructional
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.

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Social Bridge Club

1:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, New Adults
Gaming/Games
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. 

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Paper Card Crafting: Geometric Card Designs

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, New Adults
Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Learn a great way to make your handmade cards truly stand out! In this fun class, you’ll create eye-catching geometric cards that are unique, but easier to make than they look.

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Paper Card Crafting: Geometric Card Designs

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, New Adults
Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Learn a great way to make your handmade cards truly stand out! In this fun class, you’ll create eye-catching geometric cards that are unique, but easier to make than they look.

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Ukulele Jam Session

6:15pm–7:45pm
Everyone, Adults, Teens, New Adults
Community Events, Educational/Instructional
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Truman Room
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Teens, New Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Educational/Instructional
Description:

Spend some time having fun and making music. Regardless of how much experience you have, bring a ukulele and join the group!

We meet twice each month, 6:15-7:45 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays in the Truman Room.

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Google Maps

10:30am–11:30am
Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional
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:

Finding your way around town using technology can be confusing. Join us for this Google Maps class, where we'll go over how to use this popular app to get you where you need to go.

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One-on-One Genealogy help sessions

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, New Adults
Educational/Instructional
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Mark Twain Room
Age Group: Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Educational/Instructional
Description:

Three 1-hour sessions at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 p.m. are offered on the first and third Saturdays of each month.

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Baby Chicks!

All Day 4/19–4/24
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Osage County Events
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Program Type: Osage County Events
Description:

Baby chicks are coming back to the library!! MU Extension will deliver our eggs and incubator and you can watch them hatch live on our YouTube channel! Come enjoy the magic of baby chicks with us until Friday.

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National Library Week @ Both MRRL branches

All Day 4/19–4/25
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Special Events
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Description:

We're celebrating National Library Week, April 19-25, 2026. And YOU'RE invited to join us in Jefferson City and Linn!  

In addition to our regular events....

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Adult Crafts To Go: Celtic Yarn Tree of Life

All Day
Adults, New Adults
Crafts
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Description:

Create a Celtic-lore inspired Tree of Life, symbolizing harmony, balance, and the interconnectedness of all nature. Each kit comes with everything you need to make one tree!

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Google Maps @ Osage Branch

10:00am–11:15am
Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Registration Required
Library Branch: Osage County
Room: Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Registration Required
Description:

Finding your way around town using technology can be confusing. Join us for this Google Maps class, where we'll go over how to use this popular app to get you where you need to go.

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Popcorn for Patrons @ the Osage Branch

12:00pm–5:30pm
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Osage County Events, Special Events
Library Branch: Osage County
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Program Type: Osage County Events, Special Events
Description:

Pop into the Osage County Library for some popcorn to celebrate National Library Week.  We appreciate you!!

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Microsoft Word for Beginners

2:00pm–3:30pm
Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional
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:

Microsoft Word is a useful tool, used for a variety of jobs and tasks. This class will explore how to easily and accurately navigate the software (Microsoft 2016 or higher). Attend in person or virtually. Registration required.

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DSS / MU Extension Resource Day

12:00pm–2:30pm
Everyone, Adults, Family, New Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MRRL Main Floor
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Family, New Adults
Description:

Representatives from the Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS) and MU Extension will be located on the main floor of the library each month to put you in touch with a wide range of resources, including:

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Wednesday Evening Yoga

5:15pm–6:15pm
Adults, Teens, New Adults
Educational/Instructional
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.