 All CMRLS Libraries and the Administrative Office will be closed Monday, October 12 in observance of the federal holiday. Regular library hours will resume Tuesday, October 13. Digital media and resources can be found 24/7 on our website.  National Friends of the Library Week is October 18-24, 2026! Libraries are so thankful for Friends. Our Friends groups 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 Friends 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. 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. |
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NEA Big Read with CMRLS: Stories of Us - Mississippi Dreams Map Stop by and tell us all about your hopes and dreams for your community! Write them down on a sticky note and place them on our Mississippi map display! What is NEA Big Read? The NEA Big Read is a national reading program by the National Endowment for the Arts, run in partnership with Arts Midwest, that funds community-wide reading events built around a selected book. The book chosen for our community is The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. These programs are free and open to the public and will continue through the end of the year. We will also be giving away free copies of The Great Gatsby, so stop by and pick up a copy!  |
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Lapsit is a special story time for babies and toddlers with a caregiver. Enjoy simple stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities that support early literacy and bonding—every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. |
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Preschool Story Time is a welcoming story time for preschool-aged children featuring stories, songs, and movement in a fun, age-appropriate setting—every Monday at 9:30 a.m. |
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Preschool Story Time Fun!
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Enjoy a fun activity every Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. with us for Kid Connection! |
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NEA Big Reads with CMRLS: Story of Us - Escape Gatsby's Mansion! Use the clues to escape The Great Gatsby's Mansion Party before you are locked in for good! Tween/Teen Scene, Thursday, October 15 at 4:00 p.m. |
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James (Pulitzer Prize Winner)
by Percival Everett
A brilliant reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn—both harrowing and satirical—told from the enslaved Jim's point of view.
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Join our book club, Reading Dangerously, where we read and discuss books that have previously been banned or restricted. Pick up your copy the next time you are in the library. We meet on the fourth Thursday of each month. October 22 at 5:30 p.m. Ages 18+. |
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NEA Big Read with CMRLS: Stories of us - We are changing it up for the DIY Den this month! Ms. Natasha will be here from the MSU Extension center to show us how to create awesome charcuterie boards and some tasty mocktails, inspired by the parties of the 1920s. You will be prepared for the holidays before you know it! Call and save your spot! Ages 18+. October 6, 5:30 p.m. Get involved with your community events by joining the Brandon Friends of the Library. We meet on the third Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. This month's meeting will be on October 20. Stop by and meet local author, R.K. Berne as he discusses his novels of suspense. We have both of these novels in our library, so pick one up prior to the event and bring your questions. Thursday, October 15 at 5:00 p.m. |
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NEA Big Read with CMRLS: Stories of Us - Family Gatsby Bingo! Join us for books, fun, and snacks! Saturday, October 3 at 10:30 a.m.
Homeschool Hangout is a fun time for all ages. Join us monthly for a new craft, STEM activity, or game - Thursday, October 8 at 1:00 p.m. |
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Show off your cool costumes at our Halloween Crafting Event! We will be creating some watercolor pumpkins along with other fun crafts! Enjoy candy and snacks! All families are welcome! Saturday, October 24 at 2:00 p.m. Celebrate Fall Break with us! Join us for our Monday Movie Matinee, October 5 at 3:00 p.m. There will be popcorn and drinks, too! All ages are welcome! Monster House Rated: PG Runtime: 87 Minutes Produced by: Columbia Pictures |
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Welcome to the Brandon Library, Bonnie! My name is Bonnie, and I am a children's librarian! I grew up in New Albany, Mississippi, and received my undergraduate degree in music from the University of Southern Mississippi. I am a classically trained pianist and harpist and have previously worked as a music teacher and choir assistant. I am currently an MLIS graduate student at Southern Miss. I started working with CMRLS at the Brandon Public Library this July and have enjoyed my time here so far! My favorite thing about being the Children's Librarian is getting to know the amazing families and students in this community. I also love planning and leading programs for ages 0-17, from Lapsit Story Times to Teen/Tween Scenes and everything in between! I look forward to meeting you at the Brandon Library. |
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