Engage patrons with readsquared yearround reading programs. Tue, may 26 cdt at mccracken county public library online. The program includes a reading level assessment, and then assigns point values based on a books reading level. The honor roll of mccracken county provides access to hundreds of names and photos of our county s wwi veterans. Mccracken county public library building is closed until further notice, per executive order of governor beshear, but were still open online with virtual programming and services. Your donation helps us make a difference in the lives of thousands of kentuckians. We serve all residents of mccracken county and western kentucky.
Sale hours are 9 am 7 pm on friday, november 8, and 9 am 1 pm on saturday, november 9. Mccracken county library now renting out laptops and. The mccracken county public library serves the educational and entertainment needs of mccracken county in farwestern kentucky. Wonder time is an engaging program that encourages curiosity and selfexpression. Programs are free and open to the public and led by experts in their fields. Titled history of lone oak, kentucky, and the naming of mccracken county, hensels talk is a part of the library s 101 series, which works to teach patrons unique skills and knowledge through. To see the full program and other story time programs visit mclibtv on youtube. We enrich our community by providing innovative programs, a diverse materials collection, access to technology, and exceptional customer service. Keep up to date on events and programs taking place throughout kentucky. Friends of the mccracken county library book sale this. Mccracken county public library foundation guidestar profile. Library information for mccracken county public library in paducah, kentucky including total librarians, location, book volume, and programs.
There are a number of board opportunities within the mccracken county government. The mccracken county public library is using a small grant to create classes on digital skills for teens. In our first summer we averaged 175 patrons in the park per event. Check out funfilled live programs every thursday during june and july. Local library offers free digital resources for all ages.
Shows are held on tuesdays at 10am and 1pm and all are welcome to attend. Mccracken county public library in paducah kentucky. The mccracken county public library will offer after school coding classes for middle and high school students. Mccracken county public library to offer youth coding programs. Accelerated reader is a program, run by renaissance learning, used in primary and secondary schools that aims to increase reading skills though the use of bookspecific quizzes. Readsquared programs keep kids and adults of all ages engaged in reading, learning, and exploring all summer long. The mccracken county public library is located in downtown paducah, ky. Library storytellers and pso musicians perform for local schools, serving approximately 5200 students each year. Mccracken county public library, 555 washington st. Virtual river hobbit home hour w nathan blake lynn.
All mccracken county public library sponsored programs and events have been cancelled through april, said bobbie. Library media center mccracken county public schools. If your material cannot be renewed, a library staff member will call to let you know. Bargain books and audiovisual materials will once again be available for purchase at the friends of the mccracken county public library s winter book sale feb. The library plans to use the award funds to build a circulating collection for its new bookmobile, which will increase outreach to library. All brooks pool operating hours, parties and lifeguard classes will be postponed. The program is geared toward but not limited to children ages 6 to 14. This summer get a clue at the mccracken county public library.
The amazing retta ruth folsom talks about writing the mccracken county public library story time anthem hooray for story time. Kentucky law requires kids ages 6 through 18 to go to school. The pso and the mccracken county public library collaborate for musical story time, a program designed to promote music and literacy. August 2017 story time is tuesdays at 10am and 1pm and all are welcome to.
Mccracken county public library closure news wpsd local 6. The mccracken county regional jail is to provide a safe and secure facility for the inmates, staff, and community. As required by law, the district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, genetic information, disability, age, or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions in its programs and activities and provides equal access to its facilities to the boy scouts and other designated youth groups. About the library hours and location friends of the library policies and administration contact us.
Money raised from the sale benefits the mccracken county public library. To have dedicated professionals who realize that they are responsible and accountable to each other and the public. The program includes a reading level assessment, and then assigns point values based on a. Online catalogs and databases, online tutorial and help with internetbased research, a virtual reference desk, and access to kentuckiana digitized collections. This information is only available for subscribers and in premium reports. The mccracken county public library will offer black history month programs this month. Residents of mccracken county or the surrounding 15 counties may get a free library card. Visit the website for more information on upcoming special events, historical and genealogy research resources and more. West kentucky stars aim is to provide 247 constant local information updates for paducah, western kentucky and southern illinois. Adult services kentucky department for libraries and.
The mccracken county library has launched a new program called. The county has a population of 65,000, and the city of paducah has a population of 25,000. The library provides current, highdemand, highinterest resources in a variety of formats and methods to entertain, educate and enrich the community. This clip is part of the virtual story time program filmed on may 5th.
Story time returns in paducah, mccracken county public library, tuesday, 29. Please fill in the form below to apply for a marshall county public library card and to access the benefits of being a library card holder. Master gardener program and timesheet mccracken county. Mccracken county, ky wpsd mccracken county residents can now rent out a laptop computer and mobile hotspot from the library. Public hosted by mccracken county public library and nathan blake lynn.
Friends of the mccracken county public library to offer. Join us for this library link up webinar where we will discuss library programs. Book club for mccracken county incarcerated youth news. Public library association announces 2020 award winners. The mccracken county public library empowers everyone to discover, grow, learn, and play through our programs, services, and resources. Budget transparency and accountability are a key components to ensure taxpayer trust. Hoopla access to thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, movies, tv, and more. This database does not require a login inhouse, but will require a kyvl login outside the library. Providing correctional services that are fair, impartial, effective and in compliance with kentucky jail standards. Our library only has a central location, no branches. Accelerated reader get access to ar bookfind as well as your schools ar information.
The library is centrally located within both the city and the county. Mclib 1981 aerial displays the 1981 aerial photographs of mccracken county courtesy of the mccracken county library. Special cultural events include evenings upstairs and discussions from off the shelf. We are committed to promoting reading and love of the written word, as well as. Tune in to weku radio each weekday to travel back in time to relive a moment in kentuckys history. This weekly program brings the childrens books of the library to life through puppet shows, skits, songs, and dances. Please do not return library materials until we reopen. Programming kentucky department for libraries and archives. Mccracken county, ky the mccracken county public library will be closed for two weeks in an effort to prevent the spread of covid19. The mccracken county public library s september evening upstairs event features a program presented by kentucky supreme court justice and noted kentucky author, bill cunningham. Mccracken county, ky its back to school time, and that means for everyone including incarcerated youth.
Hensel to tell story of lone oak, mccracken local news. Libraries are closed right now, but they are offering free resources online. Accelerated reader mccracken county public library. The 2020 award will go to the mccracken county public library of paducah, ky. Wed, apr 29 cdt at mccracken county public library. The public library also serves all of mccracken county and surrounding areas. We have been serving princeton and the surrounding communities for over 85 years by providing you with reading materials, complimentary services, and programs for the entire family.
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