Library News
Meet Living Historian Geoff Baggett at "Revolutionary War in a Trunk"
Meet living historian Geoff Baggett and get hands-on with history at “Revolutionary War in a Trunk,” an event for all ages at the Pulaski County Public Library on Thursday, October 3rd at 7:00 p.m.
Celebrate the Freedom to Read During Banned Books Week
We’re celebrating the freedom to read during Banned Books Week, September 22nd-28th!
New Doors, New Shelving Thanks to Libraries Transforming Communities Grants
We’ve installed new doors in our entryways and new shelving in our Children’s Area, improving accessibility for all users! These projects were made possible through two $20,000 grants as part of the Libraries Transforming Communities initiative.
Library Card Sign-Up Month 2024
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. We’re especially excited this year to unveil a new design for our library cards!
After School Activities at the Library
With a new school year starting, remember that the library is here for you with after school activities!
We have regular activities for kids in the afternoon every day of the week, including:
Unleash Your Creativity with Golden Experiences: Drawing & Painting Program for Seniors
Adults aged 55 and older are invited to embark on a transformative creative journey through a unique eight-week program, "Golden Experiences through Drawing & Painting," at the Pulaski County Public Library.
Olympics at the Library
We’re celebrating the 2024 Olympics at the library! We’ll be streaming live coverage of the events every day in our café/lounge.
We also have a great selection of books for kids & adults available to borrow. Come in and check it all out!
Connect, Engage, Enrich: Memory Kits Now Available for Checkout
Local attorney Tim Murray's vision for fostering community engagement and supporting individuals facing cognitive challenges has materialized into a heartwarming initiative at the Pulaski County Public Library.
Wild Wednesdays
Wild Wednesdays at the library continue throughout July!
Learn about Bees on the 17th, Animal Pelts on the 24th, and Otters on the 31st.
Every Wednesday over the summer at 1:30 p.m., a special guest visits to teach us about something from the natural world!
End of Summer Reading Party
Celebrate the end of Summer Reading with us with an ice cream party!
This program is for participants in our youth Summer Reading program "Adventure Begins at Your Library" and their families only.
Summer Reading 2024
Summer Reading is here! The theme for this year's youth program is “Adventure Begins at Your Library.”
Children ages 3–18 can take part in Summer Reading. Summer Reading is free – there is no charge to participate in the program or activities!
Memorial Day Speech 2024
Several community members have contacted the library, eager to read the remarks our Executive Director, MacKenzie Ledley, made at the Memorial Day services earlier this week. Her interest in the stories of local Vietnam War veterans has been ongoing over the past year.
New Carpet Being Installed in Children's Area
The Children’s Area is getting a makeover! We’ll be installing new carpeting the week of May 20th.
Mental Health Month
May is Mental Health Month, dedicated to prioritizing our well-being and promoting open conversations about mental health.