All library branches, including drive-up service, will delay opening until 10 a.m. on Monday, December 16, due to inclement weather. See the weather closing policy.
Racing to Read Storytime Willard Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Friday, January 10, 2020
Book Bites Willard Branch Library 10:30 a.m. for grades 4-6 Explore a different middle grade novel each month. Listen along as we read aloud the first few chapters while working on a craft. Materials and snacks will be provided. Seating is limited. "Joplin, Wishing" by Diane Stanley. Registration starts January 2; call 417-742-4258.
Monday, January 13, 2020
Reading Pals Willard Branch Library 4:30 p.m. for grades K-5 Our friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks need your help--they love a good story but can't read. Practice your reading skills with these furry, loveable friends.
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
Racing to Read Storytime Willard Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Racing to Read Storytime Willard Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Saturday, January 25, 2020
Be Doggone Safe: Dog Bite Prevention Willard Branch Library 10 a.m. for families with children of all ages For the Association of Professional Dog Trainer's National Train Your Dog Month in January, Cindy Ludwig, a nurse, Certified Professional Dog Trainer and member of Doggone Safe, will provide a free, interactive presentation about dog bite prevention. Doggone Safe is an organization dedicated to dog bite awareness and prevention. Children can practice what they learn with Ludwig’s golden retriever Opal, a certified demonstration dog with Paws with a Cause.
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
Racing to Read Storytime Willard Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
Racing to Read Storytime Willard Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Racing to Read Storytime Willard Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Thursday, February 13, 2020
Life-Sized Candyland Willard Branch Library 5 p.m. for all ages Bring the whole family to play a life-sized version of the classic board game Candyland.
Friday, February 14, 2020
Book Bites Willard Branch Library 10:30 a.m. for grades 4-6 Explore a different middle grade novel each month. Listen along as we read aloud the first few chapters while working on a craft. Materials and snacks will be provided. Seating is limited. "Mustaches for Maddie" by Chad Morris and Shelly Brown. Registration starts February 1; call 417-742-4258.
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Racing to Read Storytime Willard Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Racing to Read Storytime Willard Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.