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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 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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Lapsit Story Time Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Bring your little one for stories and music. Preschool Story Time Wednesdays and Thursdays 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Join us for Preschool Story Time! There will be stories, music, and a craft. Bring your preschooler and come join the fun! |
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Flowood LEGO Club Tuesday, April 28 at 4:30 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Calling all LEGO engineers! Get ready to dive into epic building challenges, unleash your creativity with free builds, and take on exciting LEGO-themed games! The sky's the limit--let's build something extraordinary! Homeschool STEAM Explorers Wednesday, April 29 at 2:00 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Hello, homeschool explorers! Get ready to spark your curiosity and ignite your creativity, as we dive into a world of STEAM-powered discovery with stories, experiments, and more! |
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Easter Egg Hunt Thursday, April 2 at 3:30 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Hop on over and join us for an egg-citing Easter egg hunt at Flowood! Bring your basket, your smiles, and get ready for a hopping good time. Bingo for Books Monday, April 6 at 6:00 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room We'll be playing bingo with book prizes for all age ranges, so bring your whole family! Everyone will get to go home with at least one book (or more, if you're lucky)! Refreshments are also provided. Decorate a Flowerpot Saturday, April 18 at 1:00 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Join us for a hands-on family craft where imagination takes root! Families can mix, paint, doodle, and decorate their flower pots with bold colors, playful designs, and creative touches. Add a seed at the end, and you'll leave with a living keepsake. Tabletop Roleplaying Game Night Saturday, April 25 at 1:00 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Tabletop roleplaying games are games traditionally played with pen, paper, and dice. Players create characters, take on challenges with combat or social skills, and collaboratively shape a story. We meet once a month, and new players are always welcome! If you're a DM and would like to participate, let us know, so we can help get you set up! |
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Teen Crochet Tuesday, April 14 at 6:00 p.m. in the Small Conference Room This is a class for teens to learn how to crochet! Supplies will be provided. Registration is required, so please contact us at the library to guarantee a spot! 3D Pen Figure Making with Kristen Price Monday, April 20 at 6:00 p.m. in the Small Conference Room Unleash your creativity in our hands-on 3D Pen Figure-Making Class designed especially for teens! In this exciting workshop, teens will learn how to use a 3D pen and create figures, from animals and fantasy characters to mini sculptures and custom designs. All supplies are provided! Teen Mahjong Club Tuesday, April 28 at 6:00 p.m. in the Story Time Room Looking for something different after school? Join our Mahjong Club, where strategy meets socialization! Whether you're brand new to the game or already know your winds from your dragons, this club is the perfect place to learn, play, and level up your skills. |
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Flowood Writers Club Interest Meeting Wednesday, April 1 at 6:00 p.m. in the Small Conference Room Join us for an interest meeting for an upcoming writing group! This group is for writers, aspiring or published, to get together, enjoy some laughs, and have friendly discussions. At this meeting, we'll decide best meeting times and exchange contact information. If you won't be able to make it at this time, feel free to contact us at the Flowood Library, so we can add you to our contact list! Create & Connect Tuesdays, April 7 & 21 at 6:00 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Fellow adult crafters: bring a project you're working on and drop by! We have two meetups a month! Financial Literacy with Mark Milner of Statewide Credit Union Saturday, April 11 at 2:00 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room If the financial world intimidates you, you're not alone! Mark Milner from Statewide Credit Union will be coming by the library to help familiarize you with finances and what you can do with it! Feel free to come with any questions you may have.  Flowood Evening Book Club Monday, April 13 at 6:00 p.m. in the Small Conference Room Our next book discussion will be for Station Eleven by Emily St. Mandel! A novel set in the eerie days of civilization's collapse, featuring the story of a Hollywood star, his would-be savior, and a nomadic group of actors roaming the scattered outposts of the Great Lake region, risking everything for art and humanity. As always, check cloudLibrary and hoopla for audio and eBook versions of the book! Limited physical copies available at the reference desk. Nature Drawing in the Park Monday, April 27 at 6:00 p.m. meeting in the Large Meeting Room Then, walking over to the Winners Circle Park Does a relaxing sketch session in the park sound like your kind of evening? We'll be gathering in the large meeting room at the Flowood Library before strolling together to Winners Circle Park across the street to draw some nature! No experience needed, and materials will be provided, so just bring yourself. Let's enjoy the outdoors! *Please note: this is not specifically a guided class, but we can give you tips while you draw! |
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Tech Help Hour Wednesday, April 1 at 2:30 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room Need a little help learning how to use a computer or a new smartphone? Have another tech-related question or issue? Drop by for our Tech Help Hour for some one-on-one assistance, such as signing up for an email or social media, learning new apps, using library resources, and more. All you need to do is bring your device! Please note: While we are excited to offer any assistance we can, we cannot repair hardware or fill out any online forms for you. Medicare 101 w/ Tony Warwick Multiple Dates Upcoming Large Meeting Room Wednesday, April 22 at 3 p.m. Thursday, April 30 at 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 13 at 3 p.m. Thursday, May 28 at 3 p.m. Enrolling in Medicare soon and don't know where to start? Or do you already have it and want to learn about upcoming changes? Drop by for an information session with licensed Medicare specialist Tony Warwick! |
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Cherry Blossoms at the Library
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Drop by and enjoy the cherry blossoms while spring lasts! Feel free to take pictures while you're at our library! |
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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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