Upcoming Events

Kids, come to the library to make a few origami crafts out of various strips of paper and colored circles.

No reservations required.

Join us for our Junk Journaling Group! Each month, Alexandria A., a local Junk Journaling Pro, will show us a new technique and then we'll get to incorporate it in our junk journaling time!

Scott and Cathy Smith established Lavender Rhapsody in central Missouri in 2006. Their 40-acre lavender farm features 14 different varieties, and they offer many events and programs during the bloom season as well as U-pick options.

This month we will be discussing the book How to Stay Invisible by Maggie C. Rudd, which is a Mark Twain Nominees for 2025-26. 

Monthly meeting

Bring your favorite book to read to a trained therapy dog (TDI-Therapy Dogs International). Raina and River will be in the Children's department on May 14th and 28th, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. They can't wait to hear your story!

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.

All ages. Stories and music for families.

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.

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

If you've ever had difficulty getting library e-materials on your device, this is the class for you!

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

Genealogist Laura Loyborg hosts genealogy help sessions each Thursday. There will be a lesson, Q&A time, handouts, and individually-assisted research help.

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.

Join us in a riveting game of Book (and Plant) Bingo where you play bingo to win books (or plants)! The plants are provided in partnership with the Central Missouri Master Gardeners! 

Registration required. 

A special time for babies and their caregivers featuring music, movement and socialization. For children 2 and under, and their caregivers. No reservations needed.

Choose from three sessions:

9:30-10 a.m.

A special time for babies and their caregivers featuring music, movement and socialization. For children 2 and under, and their caregivers. No reservations needed.

Choose from three sessions:

9:30-10 a.m.

Join us in the Woodland Art Gallery of the Osage Branch for stories, songs and a whole lot of fun! Recommended for preschool ages.  No reservations needed.