Join us in this joint venture with the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce to learn how to improve your business! This month's subject is: your choice! We will go over whatever resources the library has available to those who attend. Registration not required. Join us in person at the Chamber (with free coffee provided!) […]
Join us in this joint venture with the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce to learn how to improve your business! This month's subject is: your choice! We will go over whatever resources the library has available to those who attend. Registration not required. Join us in person at the Chamber (with free coffee provided!) […]
Ages 3-5. No reservations needed. Stories and music for preschoolers.
Bring your favorite book to read to a trained therapy dog (TDI-Therapy Dogs International). Zinga will be in the Children's department for an hour, and can't wait to hear your story! Tail Waggin' Tutors schedule for November: Zinga will be in the Children's department from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Nov. 1. Raina will be in the […]
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.
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.
Bring the outdoors in with this fun mini cloud lamp project. Color-changing LEDs make this an eye-catching conversation starter for any room Reservation required: https://www.mrrl.org/event/make-it-mrrl-diy-glowing-cloud-lamp
Join us for the 12th Annual Pregnancy Help Center Banquet! You can register online by October 21 at www.friendsofphc.org or call 573-644-6635. The keynote speaker is Robert G. Lee, Comedian and the Emcee is Jay Ashcroft, Missouri Secretary of State.
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 two sessions on November 4 and 18, at 10-10:30 a.m. or 10:45-11:15 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 two sessions on November 4 and 18, at 10-10:30 a.m. or 10:45-11:15 a.m.
Join us in Wardsville for family fun and crafts! From 5:45 - 6:45 pm: An hour of Bingo fun for the family. Winning cards earn book prizes for children, teens, and adults. No reservations needed. From 7:00 - 8:00 pm: Hey, adults! Learn how to make vibrant, colorful works of art with alcohol ink. We […]
For ages 5-12. No reservations needed. An hour of free-building LEGO fun featuring a large variety of base blocks, specialty pieces, and mini-figures.
Novel Ideas is our 6th-8th grade book group. A free copy of the book is provided for the first 8 participants. Light refreshments are served at every meeting. The title we'll be discussing for November is Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim. Register at https://www.mrrl.org/event/novel-ideas-22.
Pizza & Pages is our 9th-12th grade book group. A free copy of the book is provided for the first 8 participants. Pizza and soda are served at every meeting. Reservations required: https://www.mrrl.org/event/pizza-pages-32. The title we'll be reading for November is All of Us Villains by Amanda Foody and Christine Lynn Herman.
Ages 3-5. No reservations needed. Stories and music for preschoolers.
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.
No reservations needed. Stories and music for families with young children.
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.
Are you an adventurer at heart? Play Dungeons & Dragons with us! We are back in-person here at the library! Please contact Mariah at luebberingm@mrrl.org for more information or to sign up. Whether you are a long-time adventurer or brand new to the game, you are welcome to join us.
Join us for a pop-up used book sale on the main floor of the Library. This mini book sale includes both adult fiction and cookbooks. Hours: Nov. 12 (Saturday): 9-5 Nov. 13 (Sunday): 1-5 Prices: Hard backs are $2 and paperbacks are $1.
Party in the Library! Free pizza, soda and gaming after the library closes. Doors will be locked after 6 pm, so please arrive on time if you wish to attend. Registration required: https://www.mrrl.org/event/teen-after-hours-16.
Join us for a pop-up used book sale on the main floor of the Library. This mini book sale includes both adult fiction and cookbooks. Hours: Nov. 12 (Saturday): 9-5 Nov. 13 (Sunday): 1-5 Prices: Hard backs are $2 and paperbacks are $1.
For grades 2-5. The building challenge is on! Create the tallest possible towers from a variety of materials, including toothpick, marshmallows, straws, plastic eggs and more.
Meet and create with other art-loving teens at Art Club! We'll be mixing up open creation time (with supplies provided) with guided tutorials to help you learn new techniques.
Have you ever been interested in homesteading? Do you want to reduce the amount of chemicals in your home and food? Are you trying to go plastic free? Join us each month for a virtual demonstration where we'll learn how to DIY various items for your home. These prerecorded videos will be available to watch […]
Ages 3-5. No reservations needed. Stories and music for preschoolers.
With a few clever techniques, you too can paint your favorite anime character on glass to create a super-cool work of art. Reservation required: https://www.mrrl.org/event/make-it-mrrl-animemanga-glass-painting-0
Do you have an important exam approaching for school or your job? Join us for our Prepare for Exams with Learning Express class, where we'll go over various exams you can prepare for with one of the library's databases, Learning Express! Attend in person or virtually. Registration required: https://www.mrrl.org/event/prepare-exams-learning-express
Representatives from KidSight will be here to offer quick, free vision screening for children six and under.
Bring your favorite book to read to a trained therapy dog (TDI-Therapy Dogs International). Zinga will be in the Children's department for an hour, and can't wait to hear your story! Tail Waggin' Tutors schedule for November: Zinga will be in the Children's department from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Nov. 1. Raina will be in the […]
Watch popular anime series on the big screen and nom on free popcorn and soda.
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.
The Capital City Job Center in Jefferson City is excited to announce its partnership with the Missouri River Regional Library to host Job Search Thursdays, a monthly hiring event offering both employers and job seekers the opportunity to connect and do on-the-spot interviews. Employers can register today at (573) 526-8115 or learn more at cwdregion.com/jst.
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 two sessions on November 4 and 18, at 10-10:30 a.m. or 10:45-11:15 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 two sessions on November 4 and 18, at 10-10:30 a.m. or 10:45-11:15 a.m.
All ages. No reservations needed. Family Event. Blankets and pillows welcome! Light snacks will be provided. NOTE: This is an after-hours event- the library doors will be closed at 6:15 pm.
Can't wait until the next Cosplacon? Need to get another use out of your Halloween Costume? Join us for an afternoon of Cosplay! Cosplay is dressing up as a character from a movie, book, video game, TV series, or other forms of pop-culture media. Learn about Cosplay culture and how to Cosplay on a budget. […]
Shelly Forbis is a printmaker who earned a BFA in printmaking from Truman State University. She began hosting printmaking exchanges under the Damsel in the Press mantel in 2012. In a printmaking exchange, a host provides a set of guidelines to a group of printmakers. Guidelines can include a theme, edition size, deadline, and fee. […]
Looking for your next great read? Instead of reading the same book each month, members read a book of their own choice related to the theme of the month. This month's theme is cozy fires. Feel free to interpret that however you like! We can't wait to hear what you read! Discussions and recommendations abound! […]
Ages 3-5. No reservations needed. Stories and music for preschoolers.
Are you interested in learning more about your ancestors? Then come to our Genealogy class! We'll first go over a different database you can use to find past family members, and help with individual questions to get you making the most out of your family tree. Attend in person or virtually. Registration required: https://www.mrrl.org/event/genealogy-11
Ages 7-12. Registration required at https://www.mrrl.org/event/kids-steam-night-snap-circuits-8 and limited to 12 spots. Create an electronic alarm, power a helicopter blade, or design other simple electronics using kits.
The Missouri River Regional Library Bookmobile makes school & community stops throughout Cole and Osage counties. We offer a full range of children’s & adult titles, including fiction & non-fiction, paperbacks, CDs, & DVDs. In addition, any title from our regular collection can be requested through the bookmobile & picked up at the appropriate stop. […]
Come to learn, or teach, or just share in the joy of playing! All ages welcome!
Ages 3-5. No reservations needed. Stories and music for preschoolers.
Please join MRRL co-hosts Claudia and Kathy for a holiday lunch followed by the discussion of this famous work and the viewing of the classic film from 1947.
Quilling is an art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs. Come and see what you can create! Registration required for either of these adult classes in November: November 16 (7-9 p.m.): https://www.mrrl.org/event/art-quilling November 29: (2-4 p.m.): https://www.mrrl.org/event/art-quilling-0
Facebook is an app that millions of people around the world use every day. Learn how to use it effectively in this class! We will go over the basics of usage, including tips on how to navigate the new version. Attend in person or virtually. Registration required: https://www.mrrl.org/event/facebook-beginners-5
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.
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.
Join us for an evening of ultimate creativity. Junk journalling can create an artistic keepsake made using anything that you find beautiful, striking, or meaningful. Alexandria A, a Jefferson City Junk Journalling pro, will get everyone started on the process while sharing ideas and showing some of the many journals she has made. Junk journals […]
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 either the 10-10:30 or 10:45-11:15 a.m. session on December 2 or 16.
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 either the 10-10:30 or 10:45-11:15 a.m. session on December 2 or 16.
Hop on the Polar Express at the Library during Living Windows! Mrs. Claus and the Conductor will even be reading The Polar Express! Grab your cookies after you ride the the bus and experience the magic! Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. The line will begin inside the library, […]
