Events for June 29 Through July 5

Note: Your libraries will be closed on July 4th.

Monday, June 29
Teen/Tween Summer Reading Program: Tandem Drawing and Shapescapes, McCracken County Public Library, 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 2:45p.m., free.

Tandem Drawing. Imagine drawing a picture together with someone, at the same time, on opposite sides of a wall of glass. That’s tandem drawing! Session limited to 8 participants. 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m., free.

Shapescapes. Create abstract 3-D sculptures solo. Then everyone will work together to form a 90 piece group sculpture! 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m., free.

Tuesday, June 30
Story Hour, Marshall County Public Library: Calvert City branch (23 Park Road, Calvert City, KY), 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., free.
Children ages 4-6. Your child will enjoy stories and fun with Ms. Kelly & other children. During this hour, your child will read exciting books, play fun games, and make crafts too! Story Hour is a great opportunity for your child to meet new friends and be introduced to the world of books and reading at an early age. We strive to promote life-long readers and library users!

Tuesday, June 30
Mayfield Writing and Public Speaking Group, Graves County Public Library (601 North 17th Street, Mayfield, KY), 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., free.
Every Tuesday.

Tuesday, June 30
Open Mic Night, Jeremiah's (225 Broadway St., Paducah), 9 p.m., free. Join in for a night of music, spoken word and artist collaborations on the fly! Call 443-3991 for more info. Every Tuesday.

Wednesday, July 1
Mother Goose Story Time, Marshall County Library: Benton branch (1003 Poplar Street, Benton, KY), 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., free.
A 30-minute program for 3-year-olds. All children should be accompanied by an adult. Mother Goose is a program in which your child will participate in activities geared towards young readers. It will include books, games, and crafts. This is a great way to introduce your child to the world of reading!

Wednesday, July 1
Story Hour, Marshall County Public Library: Benton branch (1003 Poplar Street, Benton, KY), 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., free.
Children ages 4-6. Your child will enjoy stories and fun with Ms. Kelly & other children. During this hour, your child will read exciting books, play fun games, and make crafts too! Story Hour is a great opportunity for your child to meet new friends and be introduced to the world of books and reading at an early age. We strive to promote life-long readers and library users!

Thursday, July 2
Story Hour, Marshall County Public Library: Hardin branch (104 2nd Street, Hardin, KY), 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., free.
Children ages 4-6. Your child will enjoy stories and fun with Ms. Kelly & other children. During this hour, your child will read exciting books, play fun games, and make crafts too! Story Hour is a great opportunity for your child to meet new friends and be introduced to the world of books and reading at an early age. We strive to promote life-long readers and library users!

Thursday, July 2
Graves County Public Library Story Hour (601 North 17th Street, Mayfield, KY), 10 a.m.-11 a.m., free.
Hear story books, sing silly songs, play games, make nifty crafts and eat goodies! Parents are invited to help children with the crafts and the refreshments. Please call the library at 247-2911 to enroll your child. Every Thursday morning.

Thursday, July 2
Rhythm and Poetry, Club Plush (1200 North 8th St., Paducah), 8 p.m.-11 p.m., free.
Writers, poets, musicians and fans: Head to Club Plush for a great evening of talent and entertainment! For more info., the fabulously talented call Darris Shelby, 556-0639.

Friday, July 3
Paducah Writers Group readings, Etcetera Coffeehouse (320 North 6th St., Paducah), 7:30 p.m., free.
Hear some of the area's most talented poets and storytellers, along with a great audience. Come on down and drop some science on the mic–-or just kick back and listen with a fine cup of joe. Every Friday.

Ongoing Events
June 1 through July 31
Express Yourself: Young Adult Summer Reading Program, Marshall County Library (3 locations: 1003 Poplar Street, Benton, KY; 23 Park Road, Calvert City, KY; and 104 2nd Street, Hardin, KY), free.
For students who are going to be in the 7th through 12th grade this fall. Sign-up at the circulation desk of your favorite branch of the Marshall County Public Library. Then work hard to accumulate points during the months of June & July. Get lots of cool prizes and a chance to win a $150 Night On The Town Gift Card Collection. For more information visit the website.

June 8 through ?
Be Creative @ Your Library, Calloway County Public Library (710 Main Street, Murray, KY), sessions at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., free (but registration is required).
Participants must choose one session and participate in that session for the duration of the program. Participants can NOT switch sessions from week to week. All programs are filled on a first come, first served basis. Registration will continue until sessions are filled. To register please return a completed form to the library. NO registration will be taken over the phone nor by fax.

June 8 through July 27
Teen/Tween Summer Reading Program, McCracken County Public Library, free.
For more information please contact: McCracken County Public Library Youth Services Department (270) 442-2510 ext. 50.

June 9 through July 15
Be Creative @ Your Library: Children's Summer Reading Program; McCracken County Public Library; 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.; free. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
For more information please contact: McCracken County Public Library Youth Services Department at (270) 442-2510 ext. 22. Please note: There are no Programs on June 30th and July 1st.

June 9 through ?
Library Toddlers, Calloway County Public Library (710 Main Street, Murray, KY), 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., free (but registration required).
The Library Toddlers program introduces group interaction and features a story, music, and toy time.

Library Toddlers Session 1
Age 12-36 months accompanied by an adult.
9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Limit 12 toddlers with their adults.

Library Toddlers Session 2
Age 12-36 months accompanied by an adult.
10:30a.m. to 11 a.m.
Limit 12 toddlers with their adults.

June 10 through July 15
Preschool Story Time, Calloway County Public Library (710 Main Street, Murray, KY), 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., free (but registration required).
The Library Preschoolers program features stories, music activities and crafts. Parents participate with their children as well as assisting their child with listening and sitting skills, activities, and crafts. Age 3-6 years accompanied by an adult. Limit 15 preschoolers with their adults. Meeting dates will be June 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 8, & 15. Registration has begun for the summer story time programs and will continue until all programs are filled.

June 15-July 30
Be Creative @ Your Library, Marshall County Public Library (3 locations: 1003 Poplar Street, Benton, KY; 23 Park Road, Calvert City, KY; and 104 2nd Street, Hardin, KY), free.
For students going into grades 2nd-6th.

Benton:
2nd & 3rd graders, Monday, 2:30-4 p.m.
4th-6th graders, Wednesday, 2:30-4 p.m.

Calvert: Tuesday, 2:30-4 p.m.

Hardin: Thursday, 2:30-4 p.m.