CLOSED 11/11

We'll be CLOSED Tuesday, November 11 for Veterans' Day! No items are due to be returned at that time, but our drive-thru book drop remains available 24/7 if you need to access it.

Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Community meet and greet with library staff, 4pm November 7, all ages

Community Meet & Greet

Friday, November 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room A & B at Main Branch

Program Type:

Library Operations, Outreach

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Operations, Outreach
Event Details:

We're kicking off November with a little casual celebration of thankfulness—for our community, and for you! Drop in for a meet-and-greet with your public library staff; connect with us, get to know us, and find out why we love our job so much.

Create Explore Discover: Movie Night 11/18 at 5pm, ages 13+

Create + Explore + Discover: Movie Night

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Community Room A & B at Main Branch

Program Type:

Film & Television

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors, Teens, Tweens
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Film & Television
Event Details:

Join us this month for some popcorn and a movie. The best part - you get to choose what we watch! We have so many movies on our Fandango to share with all of you!

Preserving Your Heritage, first Thursday monthly at 5:30pm, intended for ages 18+

Preserving Your Heritage

Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room A & B at Main Branch

Program Type:

Genealogy, Local History

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, Local History
Preserving Your Heritage, first Thursday monthly at 5:30pm, intended for ages 18+

Preserving Your Heritage

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room A & B at Main Branch

Program Type:

Genealogy, Local History

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, Local History
Preserving Your Heritage, first Thursday monthly at 5:30pm, intended for ages 18+

Preserving Your Heritage

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room A & B at Main Branch

Program Type:

Genealogy, Local History

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy, Local History
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Community Meet & Greet

4:00pm–5:00pm
Everyone
Library Operations, Outreach
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Library Operations, Outreach
Event Details:

We're kicking off November with a little casual celebration of thankfulness—for our community, and for you! Drop in for a meet-and-greet with your public library staff; connect with us, get to know us, and find out why we love our job so much.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

 

Photography/Film

Patron consent to be photographed or filmed at library-sponsored events is implied by virtue of their attendance at an event. If any adult, child, or adult on behalf of a child requests not to be photographed or filmed, that request will be honored.

Photographs and film taken by library representatives in library facilities or at library-sponsored events are used solely for library educational, promotional, and publicity purposes.

 

Haldeman & US60 E

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting the Haldeman area, US60 E, and Horizon Village today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

After-School Storytime

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Join Miss Atlanta for magical stories and a special matching craft! Intended for ages 12 and under.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

 

Zumba Gold

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Zumba Gold is a lower-intensity version of the typical Zumba class, designed to meet the needs of less active adults by improving balance, posture, flexibility, and coordination while having fun. Join Cindy and get moving! Intended for ages 18+.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Main Branch, Bookmobile, Outreach

Clearfield

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting the Clearfield area and parts of US60 W (before Farmers) today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Adult LEGO® Club

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:

Some people say LEGO® is just for kids, but we know better: They put "ages 4–99" right on the box! (And we won't tell anyone if you're 100 or older.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

LEGO® Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
STEM
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM

Build something wonderful with Miss Atlanta as we bring out the LEGO® bricks! Let your imagination come to life through castles, cities, spaceships, and more. We'll even put your creations on display so they inspire others to add something great to the world! Intended for ages 5-12.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

 

Teen Game Night

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Gaming
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming

Come hang out with Megan and dive into our PS5, Xbox Series X, Oculus Rift, Nintendo Switch, and more! There are plenty of games to play cooperatively, competitively, and even solo, so there's something for everyone. Refreshments are on us! Intended for grades 9-12.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

 

Playing by the Books: Library Tabletop Adventures

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Gaming
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required

Follow Morgan into your very own fantasy story with Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, and have your heroic deeds chronicled in the library's hall of fame! All players will be using the official D&D Beyond cloud app, so there are never any worries about forgetting your character sheet or dice, and rulebooks are supplied by us. Intended for adults 18+.

Please note: This program focuses on shorter adventures that are achievable over a reasonable number of sessions. At the conclusion of each adventure, there will be a new registration period to allow different community members to participate. Registration is always first come, first served; seats cannot be "held" based on prior or other program participation, but current players will necessarily be the first to know about upcoming registration periods.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Photography/Film

Patron consent to be photographed or filmed at library-sponsored events is implied by virtue of their attendance at an event. If any adult, child, or adult on behalf of a child requests not to be photographed or filmed, that request will be honored.

Photographs and film taken by library representatives in library facilities or at library-sponsored events are used solely for library educational, promotional, and publicity purposes.

 

Dry Creek & KY519 S

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting the Dry Creek area, KY1167, CCC Trail, Oak Grove, eastern Clack Mountain, and KY519 S, today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Senior Book Group

3:00pm–5:00pm
Seniors
Book Club
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Book Club

Be a part of Marilyn's monthly book club for Rowan County senior citizens! There's a new book every month, requestable in advance through our bookmobile or available at our front circulation desk. Intended for ages 55+.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Photography/Film

Patron consent to be photographed or filmed at library-sponsored events is implied by virtue of their attendance at an event. If any adult, child, or adult on behalf of a child requests not to be photographed or filmed, that request will be honored.

Photographs and film taken by library representatives in library facilities or at library-sponsored events are used solely for library educational, promotional, and publicity purposes.

 

After-School Storytime

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Join Miss Atlanta for magical stories and a special matching craft! Intended for ages 12 and under.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

 

Library Yoga

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Teens
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Helen Williams Reading Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Find your center with co-yogis CJ and Allie! Take some time for yourself with our free yoga class, combining techniques for your body and mind. This is a gentle-flow fitness experience featuring mindfulness as well as exercise, perfect for those in search of meditation as well as physical wellbeing. Intended for ages 13+.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Murder Mystery Mayhem

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Gaming, STEM
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming, STEM

Games for the Sherlocks and the not-so-sure-locks! Every month, Megan has a new, chaotic case for teen sleuths to solve through careful examination of clues and performances, critical thinking, and teamwork. Intended for grades 6-12.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Cranston Road

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting Cranston Road and all attached side roads, today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

After-School Storytime

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Join Miss Atlanta for magical stories and a special matching craft! Intended for ages 12 and under.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

 

Zumba Gold

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Zumba Gold is a lower-intensity version of the typical Zumba class, designed to meet the needs of less active adults by improving balance, posture, flexibility, and coordination while having fun. Join Cindy and get moving! Intended for ages 18+.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

KY32, Sharkey Road to 801 N

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting the Sharkey area, northern Rowan County, and the Blue Sky Recovery Center, today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

Toddler Time

10:15am–11:15am
Babies & Toddlers
Storytime
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Join Miss Jess for stories, songs, and activities especially for little ones! Intended for ages 6-35 months.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

 

Preschool Storytime

11:15am–12:15pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Join Miss Jess for stories, songs, and activities just for kids! Intended for ages 3-5 years.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration. Dropoffs will not be permitted.

 

Create + Explore + Discover: Movie Night

5:00pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors, Teens, Tweens
Film & Television
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Film & Television
Event Details:

Join us this month for some popcorn and a movie. The best part - you get to choose what we watch! We have so many movies on our Fandango to share with all of you!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.

 

NAMI

5:30pm–7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Study Room B
Purpose of Meeting

Our Vision

NAMI envisions a world where all people affected by mental illness live healthy, fulfilling lives supported by a community that cares.

Farmers, US60 W, 801 S

All Day
Everyone
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

Your Rowan County bookmobile will be visiting the Farmers area, US60 W, and 801 S plus all attached side roads, today!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have questions about accessibility or wish to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at least three (3) working days before the scheduled event.