Events on Friday, January 16, 2026

Registration period: January 2 - January 16 Need some decorating ideas for your room or locker? How about decorating with a... trash panda! These lovely mammals can be seen anywhere from dashing around the neighborhood to picking through campsite...

Registration period: January 2 - January 16 With cold days and less daylight, winter can prove challenging for anglers. That’s why winter is the perfect time to work on your equipment. Join the Missouri Department of Conservation for this virtual...

Protect yourself and your loved ones from scams! Join Michael Asip of S.M.A.R.T. Senior Services for an informative session full of practical tips and strategies to stay safe, informed and prepared. For ages 18+ at the Main Branch, Jackson.

Make progress or get some help with your sewing project. For all ages at the Benton Branch.

Join us for a fun, mysterious book discussion. Check with branch for book selection. For ages 18+ at the Scott City Branch.

Tragedy and Comedy: The heart-rending love story of Dido and Aeneas, presented in the original English, will be paired with an abridged operatic farce: Alcina, with updated dialogue in English, and arias sung in Italian. Sponsored by First State...

The Lutheran Heritage Center & Museum welcomes you to come "Follow the Star" during their 21st Annual Christmas Tree Display. See about 50 uniquely decorated trees throughout our three galleries. Kids (and adults, too) will enjoy searching for the...

Help us start a CGPL Youth Handbell Choir! This three week class will teach you the basics of playing handbells, ending with a concert for family and friends on Friday, January 30! (ages 6-11) Accessibility The library makes every effort to...

Enjoy stories, songs and activities to engage your little ones and foster a love of reading. For ages 0-6 at the Main Branch, Jackson.