Two big events are coming your way in April. First, the 2026 Community Read takes place from April 1 - April 30. This month-long program is a partnership between Scenic Regional Library, Washington Public Library, and East Central College.
The second event is the 3rd Missouri Book Festival, which takes place on Saturday April 18 from 9am - 2pm @ Washington Public Library. This is a family-friendly event with authors, speakers and cooking demonstrations, with many programs aimed at children. Take advantage of these free programs!
See you at the library!
Community Reads Book Giveaway Begins March 23
Book Giveaway and Event Schedule Release Starting March 23, pickup a copy of the Community Read book, "Speak to me of Home" by Jeanine Cummins at any branch of Scenic Regional Library, Washington Public Library, or the East Community College Library.
We're excited to announce that the 2026 Missouri Book Festival Keynote Speaker will be award-winning author Kate Klise. She will speak at the Festival on Saturday April 18. Details TBA.
The Pout-Pout Fish Storytime - Saturday March 21, 11:00 a.m. @ Cinema 1 Plus
Children and Youth Services Librarian, Ruth McInnis, from the Washington Public Library will host storytime on Saturday, 3/21 from 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. This event will take place at Cinema 1 Plus.
This event is open to all. If you want to view the movie afterwards, you will need to purchase a ticket.
We hope to SEA you there! (Did you sea what we did there?)
Chat with, ask questions of, and offer feedback directly to library leadership while enjoying a tasty treat provided by the library. We're going to be fun and creative; if you have a smartphone, bring it!
