\  All CMRLS Libraries will be closed April 24, 2026, for Team Development. Regular library hours will resume on Saturday, April 25, for branches with regular Saturday hours. Join us for these celebration days during National Library Week! Monday, April 10: Right to Read Day, a day for readers, advocates, and library lovers to take action to protect, defend, and celebrate the right to read. Tuesday, April 21: National Library Workers Day, a day for library staff, users, administrators, and Friends groups to recognize the valuable contributions made by all library workers. Wednesday, April 22: National Library Outreach Day, a day to celebrate library outreach and the dedicated library professionals who are meeting their patrons needs where they are. Thursday, April 23: Take Action for Libraries Day, a day to rally advocates to support libraries. |
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April is Car Care Month!
Did you know that our library provides access to a wealth of information to help you diagnose, repair and maintain your car or truck? Get into gear with a reliable do-it-yourself auto repair resource! If you’re looking to perform a repair or service to your vehicle, Auto Repair Source has all the information you need. All content comes from the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM), and you can use it to help you diagnose, repair and maintain your car, truck or SUV. You can also take this valuable resource on the road — it’s designed for devices such as laptops and tablets! |
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by Shelby Van Pelt Kathie's Pick Although I would not have chosen this book for myself, I really enjoyed it. It was a heartwarming read about grief, loneliness, and an unlikely friendship. It is set to become a Netflix movie in May 2026 with Sally Field set to play the lead role. Gothikana* by RuNyx Chelsea's Pick The way the author describes the school makes it sound beautiful and really puts you in the book's setting. The twists and turns throughout the book left me wondering what would happen next. *Be aware there are some spicy parts in this book. The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis Gaelon's Pick For those young enough to start reading fairy tales, for those old enough to start reading them again, and for those of any age who really know what homesickness is, this is your read. If you like the story, I encourage you to continue on with the other books in C.S. Lewis's Chronicles of Narnia series. The Betrothed by Kiera Cass Lariza's Pick I enjoyed this book not only because of the romance in the story, but because it follows Lady Hollis Brite's path of personal growth after being thrown into the complicated world of the royal court. |
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 April 19-25 is National Library Week! This year's theme is "Find Your Joy" and features Honorary Chair Mychal Threets, new host of children's program "Reading Rainbow!" National Library Week is a time to celebrate our nation's libraries, library workers' contributions, and promote library use and support.
We are super excited and are celebrating all month long with a CMRLS Library Crawl, a fun month-long event where participants visit different libraries and collect stamps in a passport while exploring programs, resources, and communities!
Stamps = entries for some exciting prizes!! Check your library's calendar for a list of fun events! |
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 Every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, and a craft. Themes for April: April 2 - Rabbits April 9 - Chickens April 16 - Flowers April 23 - Earth Day April 30 - Gardens |
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Homeschool Hangout Wednesday, April 8 at 10:00 a.m. This month at our Homeschool Hangout, we're diving into the fascinating world of gravity. We'll get hands-on by building a fun tumbling toy using everyday household supplies. Don't worry—supplies will be provided! Come join us and hang out for some fun and learning! |
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 Brick BuddiesTuesday, April 14 at 4:00 p.m. Do you love building with Legos? We'd be thrilled to have you join us for some free play with our Lego sets. We've got two different sizes of Legos to choose from, so bring the whole family and come have some fun together! |
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 Salt Free SeasoningsWednesday, April 15 at 10:00 a.m. Anna Grace from MSU Extension Services is back with an exciting new presentation. She'll be sharing some tasty seasoning blends to help us reduce our salt intake—can't wait to learn some new tricks! |
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Meet & Greet with Lollie Wheat Wednesday, April 22 l 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. We're excited to have local author Lollie Wheat join us to share a sneak peek from her book. Her debut novel, Beneath the Magnolia: Barefoot Beginnings, blooms from the red-clay roots of Mississippi, where family, faith, and small-town secrets run deep. |
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 Wednesday, April 22 at 2:00 p.m. This month, we will be reviewing The Wedding People by Alison Espach. We'd love for you to join us for our book club chat. Whether you've already finished our current pick or just want to share what you've been reading lately, you're more than welcome to come! |
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 Crafty Start with ArtMonday, April 27 at 10:00 a.m. Come join us for our craft program this month! We'll be using cookie sheets to make fun messenger boards you can use around your home. Supplies are limited, so be sure to sign up with the library early to reserve your spot. We can't wait to craft with you! |
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Click here to read last month's blog: - Auto Repair Source
- Neurodiversity Celebration Week - Neurodiversity in the Library
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