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Open Studio

5:00pm–7:30pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, How To, Technology Classes, Workshop

Open Studio

The Joan Kleine Creative Studio is open for everyone! Whether you're working with our equipment, bringing in your own projects, or just want to see what's happening at the studio, drop on by for our open hours!

GED Prep

4:00pm–6:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

This class includes a comprehensive review of the four main subject areas of the GED test:  Mathematical Reasoning, Reasoning Through Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science.

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Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Make Your Own Fantasy Map

6:00pm–7:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your imagination to life in our Make Your Own Fantasy Maps program! Design your own magical lands, mystical kingdoms, and hidden treasures using creative materials to give your map a one-of-a-kind look.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

ELL Class

9:00am–12:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Madison County Adult Education offers free English Language Learners classes for those who want to improve their reading, speaking, and written English language skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

A Court of Books and Pages: A Sarah J Maas Book Club

10:00am–11:00am
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join The Court!
We’ll systematically dive through Sarah J. Maas’s series, one book at a time. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Booktok Made Me Read It Book Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us for the BookTok Made Me Read It Book Club, where we explore the top books that went viral on BookTok! Each month, we’ll dive into a trending title that has taken the reading world by storm.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that the food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please contact the Youth Services team in advance to request a specialty lunch. Please note that we cannot guarantee all requests will be fulfilled.

Free Market Designated Drop Off

11:00am–12:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Ground Floor Community Room #013
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Drop off your donated materials for the FREE MARKET during this designated time. Since the Library can not store Free Market materials, this is the only time to bring your items in to donate to the market. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Free Market

12:00pm–2:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Ground Floor Community Room #013
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:


Bring items you no longer need but someone else can use. Take things you find and can use. We never know just what will show up. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Booktok Made Me Read It Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us for the BookTok Made Me Read It Book Club, where we explore the top books that went viral on BookTok! Each month, we’ll dive into a trending title that has taken the reading world by storm. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that the food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please contact the Youth Services team in advance to request a specialty lunch. Please note that we cannot guarantee all requests will be fulfilled.

Pick of the Month Book Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us for the Pick of the Month Book Club as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday through stories set in different eras of U.S. history!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that the food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please contact the Youth Services team in advance to request a specialty lunch. Please note that we cannot guarantee all requests will be fulfilled.

GED Testing

2:00pm–6:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Conference Room #138
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

The Madison County Public Library provides a Pearson VUE GED testing site weekly on Mondays.  To register for your GED exam, visit ged.com and create an account.  Once you have created your account you can s

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Nifty Needlers

5:30pm–7:30pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Top Floor Meeting Room #205
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, How To
Event Details:

Stop by every Monday night to join our group of Nifty Needlers! Every skill level is welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Family Literacy Class

9:00am–12:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Getting Ready for Kindergarten for Parents

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Berea Quilters and Needle Artists

1:00pm–3:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Workshop
Event Details:

Gather with us to create, mend, knit, stitch, or make.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Stitch & Sew

2:00pm–4:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, How To, Workshop

Stitch & Sew

Grab a sewing machine and sew with us in the Creative Studio! We have sewing machines for you to use, or bring your own! All experience levels are welcome.

Digital Literacy

4:00pm–6:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

This course will assist students to safely and effectively use technology for learning, working, and accessing services. Students will learn how to operate electric devices, communicate digitally, and use online resources.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Make Your Own Fantasy Map

6:00pm–7:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your imagination to life in our Make Your Own Fantasy Maps program! Design your own magical lands, mystical kingdoms, and hidden treasures using creative materials to give your map a one-of-a-kind look.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Open Studio

5:00pm–7:30pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, How To, Technology Classes, Workshop

Open Studio

The Joan Kleine Creative Studio is open for everyone! Whether you're working with our equipment, bringing in your own projects, or just want to see what's happening at the studio, drop on by for our open hours!

Snacks & Paperbacks Book Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Top Floor Meeting Room #205
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us each month as we dive into great fiction and popular stories — all while enjoying good company and tasty snacks! It’s the perfect mix of conversation, community, and good reads.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that the food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please contact the Youth Services team in advance to request a specialty lunch. Please note that we cannot guarantee all requests will be fulfilled.

Drop-In Tech Help

1:00pm–3:30pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, How To, Technology Classes, 1-on-1

Drop-In Tech Help

Confused about how to use your phone? Having an annoying issue with your laptop? We're here to help! Stop by the fireplace in Berea and get up to 30 minutes of drop-in tech assistance without needing to schedule an appointment.

Are You Smarter Than a Librarian? Stars, Stripes and Trivia Night

6:00pm–7:30pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Main Floor Community Room #142
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that the food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please contact the Youth Services team in advance to request a specialty lunch. Please note that we cannot guarantee all requests will be fulfilled.

One-on-One Genealogy Assistance

9:00am–1:00pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, How To, 1-on-1
Event Details:

Need assistance navigating Ancestry.com or researching your family tree? Local historian and genealogy enthusiast Todd Moberly will be available in the library's Learning Lab on the first and third Monday of each month ready to help.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Nifty Needlers

5:30pm–7:30pm
Richmond
Library Branch: Richmond
Room: Top Floor Meeting Room #205
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, How To
Event Details:

Stop by every Monday night to join our group of Nifty Needlers! Every skill level is welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Bookish Brunch Book Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Berea
Library Branch: Berea
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us for the Bookish Brunch Book Club, a relaxed daytime gathering for readers who enjoy great stories and good company. Each month we'll discuss a new title over light brunch snacks in a welcoming, low-pressure setting.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that the food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. If you have specific dietary restrictions, please contact the Youth Services team in advance to request a specialty lunch. Please note that we cannot guarantee all requests will be fulfilled.