All CMRLS Libraries will be closed Friday, February 6, for Team Development. Regular library hours will resume on Saturday, February 7, for branches with regular Saturday hours. All CMRLS Libraries will be closed on Monday, February 16, for a federal holiday. Regular Library hours will resume on Tuesday, February 17. Happy Valentine's Day from CMRLS! February is Library Lovers Month! This month celebrates YOU and your love for the library! Tell us why you love the library—whether it is because you were able to study in silence for that big test, it is where you found your next big adventure in that thrill-seeking book, you saved hundreds by using the resources at the library, or you used the computers to help you score that amazing job! This month, be sure to tell your community and elected officials why you LOVE the library and why it is important in your life. 
Every year, children and teens across Mississippi are encouraged to vote for their favorite books in the Magnolia Book Award, with titles grouped into four age categories. Voting takes place in February, so be sure to visit your local library to check out these books and cast your vote! This event aims to foster a love for reading and connect young readers with contemporary literature. Click here to see the nominated books for the year! |
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Story Time Come join Ms. Amber for Story Time every week for a new adventure. ages 3 - 5 Every Wednesday 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. ACORN ACADEMY Home schoolers, join us during our nature-focused Acorn Academy for educational fun! all ages 02/19/2026 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Homeschool Hangout Homeschoolers, come hang out and connect with other local homeschooling families during our monthly meet-up. all ages 02/13/2026 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Lego Logic Get ready to build, design, and problem-solve like an engineer. You can bring your own Legos or play with the ones we have at the library. all ages 02/23/2026 3:30p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
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, Anime and Beyond Do you love anime or curious to learn more? Join Anime and Beyond! This February meet Tattoo Artist, Heather Starr, for an anime drawing lesson! ages 13 - 18 02/02/2026 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Keepers of the Deck Join us at the library for our fun, inclusive tcg club, Keepers of the Deck! Whether you're just learning the rules or already love building decks, this club is a great place to play, trade and connect with other card game fans. ages 13 - 18 02/09/2026 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Drop-in Video Games Stop by the library after school to play video games by yourself or with a friend. ages 13 - 18 every Thursday 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. BFF Bracelet Project Even besties can celebrate Valentine's Day! Stop by the Taylorsville Library to learn how to make a retro spiral friendship bracelet for your bestie or bring your bff and learn together. ages 13 - 18 02/12/2026 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Frugal and Fabulous Come join MSU Extension Center for a fun, creative program that teaches finances through thrifting and fashion! ages 10 - 15 02/11/2026 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
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Adult Book Club Come join in on the fun at the new book club. Bring your friends or meet new ones. adults 02/09/2026 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Heart to Heart Have you ever wanted to donate your time to a special person or thing that's close to your heart? Here is your chance! We are hosting an event to make heart patients feel loved. We will be stuffing heart-shaped pillows for Valentine's Day for the heart patients in the Hattiesburg hospitals. Senior Adults February 12, 2026 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
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LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL! Come get the party started here at the library for our Mardi Gras celebration! We will have decorations, Zydeco music, and of course KING CAKE! There will be a Mardi Gras mask contest for all ages. Come join the fun! family FEBRUARY 17, 2026 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Mahjong Come celebrate Chinese New Year with the game everyone is talking about! Mahjong! all ages February 26, 2026 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
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Click here to read last month's blog: - 2026 Magnolia Awards
- NoveList Plus
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