All CMRLS Libraries will be closed Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day. Regular library hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26. Have a safe and happy holiday! Summer Library Programs begin June 1! Pre-registration begins May 11. Pre-register on Beanstack or visit your library for more details! |
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 Celebrate Children's Book Week on May 5-11! "Children’s Book Week was launched in 1919 and is the longest-running national literacy initiative in the country" (Every Child A Reader, 2025). Check out all the books your library has to offer using our catalog! |
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What's Happening at the Library: |
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Meet Our Staff Emily Pruitt, Library Assistant Emily has been a library assistant for almost three years! Reliable, patient, and sweet, she makes sure everyone enjoys their stay at the Pearl library! Friends of the Pearl Public Library Booksale Our Friends of the Library Book Sale was a great success! Thanks to all who stopped by to support us! We hope you enjoy your new books, DVDs, and CDs! National Poetry Month National Poetry Month kept us busy at the Pearl Public Library! Thanks to all who joined our poetry program series, including Blackout Poetry, Haiku Making, and a poetry slam! Featured in photo: Blackout Poetry Pearl Mayor's Annual Easter Egg Hunt Ms. Autumn and Ms. Mary had so much fun passing out craft kits at the Mayor's Annual Easter Egg Hunt! Thanks to those who joined us at our table, and also to those who joined our indoor egg hunt that directly followed! Pearl Alderman Meeting Visit Central Mississippi Regional Library System Director Mara Villa Polk and Pearl Public Library Branch Manager Nancy Claypool attended one of the Pearl Alderman meetings to deliver news of continued success at the Pearl Public Library. Many thanks to the city officials for allowing us a space on their docket and for lending an ear to hear about our triumphs. The support the City of Pearl provides the library is one of our most valuable assets. We thank the city for all they do to help us serve our patrons. |
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Story Time Giveaway Winners:
Winner: Macy Winner: Hendrix May Giveaway May Story Time Giveaway: Join us for ANY story time session to be entered for a chance to win a pool toy set just in time for the summer! We offer three story time sessions weekly, one special sensory story time monthly, and a mindfulness story time quarterly! |
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 Story Times Lapsit Story Time (0-2 Years) Every Thursday at 10:30 a.m.
Join us for Baby Lapsit Story Time, a special program designed for our youngest patrons (0–2 years old) and their caregivers. This cozy, interactive session features rhymes, songs, simple stories, and movement to support early language development and bonding time. Preschool Story Time (3-5 Years) Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Join us for a fun and interactive Preschool Story Time designed especially for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers! Each week, we’ll explore exciting themes through stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement that spark imagination and build early literacy skills. Peanuts Story Time (Kindergarten- 5th Grade) Every Wednesday at 4:00 p.m.Calling all curious kids in Kindergarten through 5th grade! Join us for a special Story Time designed just for school-aged readers. Each session features exciting read-alouds, fun group activities, and hands-on creativity — from crafts to games and more!  Sensory Story Time
This is a monthly story time for all ages and abilities. Enjoy stories, sensory activities, and a space to be yourself, at your own pace. |
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LEGO Club Come craft your best LEGO tower to survive our wrecking ball! We offer a wide variety of LEGOs to choose from, with all supplies provided. |
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Tastetastic: Teddy Grahams at the Beach Looking to snack on tasty Teddy Grahams and enjoy a story? Visit us for Tastetastic, our new edible craft program for kids! |
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Writers in Progress
Join us for the Writers In Progress group, a writers' group where we can share our work and ideas. Share whatever you're comfortable with. This is a creative space, so no putting other writers down! Ages 13+. |
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 Teen Craft Scene: Junk Journaling
Learn how to turn everyday scraps into treasures. All supplies provided, come ready to start your junk journal journey! |
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Teen Game Night: A Quiet Year
We offer a teen game night monthly! In May, we will be playing A Quiet Year! |
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Create & Connect
Create a bird feeder and connect with other crafts at our monthly Create & Connect event! This is an adult-only event, all supplies provided! |
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Cooking Matters The program runs for six weeks and teaches several cooking skills and recipes, generously led by Mississippi State University Extension Services. |
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Haircare Health and Help Starting your hair-care journey? Want to master the craft? Just taking a peek? No worries! Whatever your skill or texture, we’ve got advice on handling hair! |
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*PR APPROVAL NEEDED* Rest & Restore Yoga Join us for a free, all-levels yoga class at the Pearl Public Library! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced yogi, this session is designed to help you stretch, breathe, and unwind in a supportive environment. No registration required! Wear comfortable clothes, and water bottles are recommended! |
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NovelTea Book Club
Meet like-minded bibliophiles at the Pearl Public Library's NovelTea Book Club! This month's discussion will feature Delia Owen's novel Where the Crawdads Sing! |
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 Friends of the Pearl Public Library Business Meeting
Support the Pearl Public Library! Visit the Circulation desk to learn how to join the Friends of the Pearl Public Library! |
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Simply Crafts
Join us for terracotta saucer painting! This event is intended for adults 18+ and all supplies will be provided. |
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All Age or Family Events:
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Quick Drawing Lessons
All ages welcome! Come learn the basics of drawing every week with Ms. Emily in the gallery! |
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Disability Support Group
Connect with others at our Disability Support Group! We will continue our career help series or enjoy our wide variety of sensory activities! All ages and abilities welcome, allergy-conscious snacks provided! |
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 BINGO for Books
Interested in free books? Join us for BINGO! All ages welcome, book prizes available for all ages and reading levels! |
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Mommy & Me Tea Party
Join us for a Mother's Day celebration with fancy treats and sweet stories! |
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Chess Group
The Pearl Public Library Chess Group invites players of all ages and skill levels to attend! Come learn the basics or master a new move! |
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The Dinosaur Experience
Want to experience REAL dinosaurs at the library? Join us for the Dinosaur Experience! |
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Pearl Fire Department Water Play Day! Want to learn about fire safety and beat the heat? Join us in clothes you're okay with getting wet for a fun-filled visit to the library! |
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Click here to read last month's blog: - National Library Month
- Special Kits at CMRLS
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