National Friends of the Library Week is October 21-27! Libraries are so thankful for FRIENDS; and CMRLS Libraries have a lot of FRIENDS for which to be thankful. Our FRIENDS make equipment, books, holiday decorating, refreshments, programs, and more possible in all of the CMRLS Libraries. If you are interested in working with a group to support your Library and better your community, a FRIEND to Your Library is what you want to be! Annual membership begins as low as $2 for students. Ask the staff at your library for information and become a FRIEND to YOUR Library. ♦♦♦ |
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Are you looking for a safe place to celebrate Halloween or Harvest Time with your little ones? Be sure to check your library events at right and then take a look at the Events Calendar for even more holiday events near you. or the on FREEGAL Music! Log on with your CMRLS Library card and get spooky! Have a safe and Happy Halloween! ♦♦♦ Scroll down to see pictures from our Medieval Family night! |
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All CMRLS Libraries will be closed Monday, October 8 for Columbus Day. Regular library hours will resume on Tuesday, October 9.
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Fall Festival - October 9 at 5:00 p.m. Join us for our Fall Festival! We will have bounce houses, face painting, games, and candy and popcorn while supplies last. Bring the kids and have a fun night of FREE family fun. Halloween costumes are permitted and encouraged! |
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Pearl Pee Wees - Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. Bring baby and join us for a lapsit story time with rhymes, songs, playtime, and picture books. Birth to 24 months. Spots will fill up fast, so please register online for Oct. 6 , Oct. 13, Oct. 20, and/or Oct. 27. Toddler Time - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. This story time is designed for toddlers, but younger babies are always welcome. We have lots of movement for our wiggly friends, as they enjoy stories, rhymes, activities, and songs! Preschool Story Time - Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Come enjoy a story, make a craft, and shake your sillies out! Peanuts After School - Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. Join us in reading stories and making crafts after school! Snacks will be served. This group is for K-6th grade.
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Zombie Gingerbread Men Monday, October 1 @ 5:30 p.m. Create terrifying, delicious snacks! Would You Rather Monday, October 15 at 5:30 p.m. Join us for a night of fun as we play "Would You Rather?"- a game that tests how far you'll go to WIN BIG! You may get into teams or play solo, as you will be faced with several would you rather questions. The twist? You will actually have to DO what you choose in some cases- so choose wisely! Winner will receive an awesome prize pack. See you there! Mutant Toys - Monday, October 22 at 5:30 p.m. Got a bunch of old, broken toys that you don't know what to do with? Great, we do too! Join us as we use parts of old, broken toys to create the creepiest Halloween decorations. Zombie Apocalypse Party Monday, October 29 at 5:30 p.m. Participate in a zombie apocalypse escape room, zombie cupcake decorating, and fun times with friends- just in time for Halloween! Costumes welcome!
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Coloring and Conversation Thursday, October 4 at 2:00 p.m. Who says coloring is just for kids? Our adult coloring group meets every first Thursday at 2:00 p.m. Materials are provided. Come Craft with Us! Tuesday, October 2 at 5:30 p.m. This crafting group for adults meets every first Tuesday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This month, we will be making homemade soap bars! Excellent for gifts or to keep for yourself. Falun Dafa Meditation Saturday, October 6 at 12:30 p.m. Falun Dafa, also called Falun Gong, is a peaceful, spiritual practice rooted in traditional Chinese culture. It consists of meditation, five gentle sets of exercises, and a moral philosophy centered on the values of truthfulness, compassion, and tolerance. Chapter 1 Book Club Tuesday, October 9 at 6:00 p.m. This month's title will be The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood. The Chapter 1 Book Club is a FREE adult book club that meets every second Tuesday of the month at 6:00. Morning Book Club Wednesday October 10 and 24 at 10:00 a.m. Do you love reading? The Pearl Morning Book Club is the place for you! We meet every other Wednesday. We will be discussing Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None on the 10th and Arthur Golden's Memoirs of a Geisha on the 24th. BINGO for Books Thursday, October 11 at 6:00 p.m. Come play a classic game of bingo with a twist! Play for a chance to win your choice of a FREE book from our huge selection! You don't want to miss out on the fun! How-To Tuesday October 16 at 6:00 p.m. Learn something fun every third Tuesday at How-To Tuesday! This month, we will show you all you need to know about writing a resume that is sure to get you a great job! Third Thursday Flicks Thursday, October 18 at 5:30 p.m. Relax, and enjoy the big screen, popcorn, and drinks! We will be showing Hocus Pocus, rated PG, Walt Disney Pictures, 96 min. Regular Group Meetings Jackson Astronomical Association Thursday, October 4 at 6:00 p.m. Anyone interested in astronomy and space science is welcome to attend meetings, held every first Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m. at the Pearl Library. Come and learn to think outside your world! Rubber Stamp and Craft Paper Company Saturday, October 13 at 10:30 a.m. Join us as we make crafts using the latest rubber stamp and craft paper ideas, such as your own greeting cards! This group meets every second Saturday at 10:30 at the Pearl Library. Central MS Polymer Clay Guild Saturday, October 20 at 10:00 a.m. Learn how to make your own jewelry and decorative knick-knacks! This group meets every third Saturday of the month at 10:00 at the Pearl Library. Friends of the Pearl Library Monthly Meeting Tuesday, October 30 at 6:00 p.m. Join us as we meet to plan and discuss upcoming events and programming for the library. The group meets every fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. at the library. New members are always welcome! Computer Hour - Mondays at 1:00 p.m. Stop by the Reference Desk and receive FREE basic computer instruction! Participants must have (or be ready to sign up for) a library card! Spanish For Beginners - Fridays at 10:00 a.m. Dianne Lee is a retired Spanish and English teacher and will be leading this weekly class. English speakers wanting to learn Spanish and Spanish speakers wanting to learn English are welcome and encouraged to attend!
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Photos from Medieval Family Night September 11, 2018
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