Florence Library Newsletter                     
May 2026
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!

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Summer Library Programs begin June 1!
 
Pre-registration begins May 11.
Pre-register on Beanstack or visit your library for more details!

 
 
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!
 
 
Birth to 5 years
 
 
Story time is designed especially for young learners to foster a love of reading. Our preschool patrons enjoy music, stories, and a fun craft.
 
 
Our preschool patrons enjoy playing together once Story Time has ended.
 
 
 
K - 4th Grade
 
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Acorn Adventures
Origami
May 12 at 3:30 p.m.
 
Kids! Join us for a fun introduction to origami.
 
 
 
 
Teens and Tweens
Teen Craft Scene
Pipe Cleaner Flowers
May 21 at 5:30 p.m.
 
Come join us for a fun time crafting as we make cute flowers out of pipe cleaners. All supplies provided.
 
Adult & Senior Adult
 
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After Hours Book Club
May 4 at 6:00 p.m.
 
Calling all book lovers! Join our book club on the first Monday of each month as we discuss the previous month's picks. Then pick up one or both of the new month's book choices. Whether you're an avid reader or just looking to connect with others, there is a seat for you.
 
 
 
Artful Antics
Book Vases
May 7 at 5:30 p.m.
 
Come enjoy a relaxed evening of crafting with us as we upcycle old books into cute book vases. All supplies provided.
 
 
Open Book Graphic with Purple Hearts and Scribble on the Pages
Friends of the Library Meeting
May 11 at 6:00 p.m.
 
Join our Friends of the Library group and learn how you can help support your local library.
 
 
Families
 
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Homeschool Hangout
May 15 at 1:30 p.m.
 
Join us for our end-of-school-year celebration. We will have games and snacks.
 
 
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Summer Reading Kickoff Party
May 28
3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
 
Help us kick off the summer with a fun afternoon of oversized outdoor games. We will have water and snacks available. This is a come-and-go event.
 
 
 
Kick off the season with us in Brandon on May 16 at 2:00 p.m. for a fun-filled program introducing our Summer Reading theme! After the event, be sure to stop by and see me to get signed up for Summer Reading - I'll be happy to help you register.
 
Click here to read last month's blog:
  • National Library Month
  • Special Kits at CMRLS
Florence Public Library
115 W. Main St., Florence, Mississippi 39073
601-845-6032
https://cmrls.lib.ms.us/cmrlsbranches/florence