Read, Rock n’ Rhyme Story Time

Medgar Evers Library 4215 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson, MS, United States

Read, Rock n' Rhyme story time is a program designed for ages 3 to 6 years old. It's time to get up and dance, shake, and wiggle as we share stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Registration is not required, but preferred. 

Fantastic Friday Story Time

Medgar Evers Library 4215 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson, MS, United States

Fantastic Friday is a story and craft time for children up to age 10. The event is held each Friday and registration is required. Please sign up in advance by calling the library at (601) 982-2867. Fun starts at 10:00 AM. Come join us! 

Cooking Matters

Medgar Evers Library 4215 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson, MS, United States

Join us every Monday for six weeks for healthy cooking classes with the MS Extension Service.! 

Stillness in Motion Tai Chi

Medgar Evers Library 4215 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson, MS, United States

Beginning Tai Chi exercises and techniques following lessons from you-tube or real life practitioner if possible. Tai Chi is good for all age groups and can be practiced standing or sitting, based on ability. It is low impact and good for relaxation, mobility, and balance. 

Computer Basics for Absolute Beginners

Medgar Evers Library 4215 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson, MS, United States

This course is for anyone who is brand new to working with computers or for those who want to fill in some gaps about their computer knowledge. In this course, you will learn the basics of computers, from what they are to how they work and how to use them. 

Read, Rock n’ Rhyme Story Time

Medgar Evers Library 4215 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson, MS, United States

Read, Rock n' Rhyme story time is a program designed for ages 3 to 6 years old. It's time to get up and dance, shake, and wiggle as we share stories, songs, rhymes, and more! Registration is not required, but preferred. 

Storytime Wednesday and Saturday

Willie Morris Library 4912 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS, United States

Every Wednesday and Saturday, we will read children’s books based on a weekly theme. Storytime will be followed by arts and crafts. 

Spanish Classes for Beginners

Medgar Evers Library 4215 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson, MS, United States

The Spanish class will engage new language learners with fun activities. The instructor, Miss Veronica, is a native speaker from South America and is also an actor/entertainer who will use skills from that profession to make sure the class is active and fun.  

Kids Vote @ The Medgar Evers Library

Medgar Evers Library 4215 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson, MS, United States

Come to the Medgar Evers Library to vote on what food we will be having at our next family fun day: Tacos or Pizza! Tuesday, November 5th, 2024. Ballots will be available all day and the results will be posted the following day on Wednesday, November 6th. 

Story Time

Bolden/Moore Library 1444 Wiggins Rd,, Jackson, MS, United States

BoldenMoore Library will be hosting story time for children ages 0-5. These events are for Tuesday October 9th and 23rd at 10a.m.  

Let’s Talk About Stress

Willie Morris Library 4912 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS, United States

For National Stress Awareness Day, patrons will learn to use playdough as a method to relieve stress and cope with other stress-causing factors.  

November Leaves Scratch Art

Willie Morris Library 4912 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS, United States

Patrons will use scratch art to design fall-colored leaves with different patterns. 

S.T.R.E.A.M Day!

Willie Morris Library 4912 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS, United States

For this program, patrons will participate in an interactive and fun S.T.R.E.A.M activity. 

Cooking Matters Classes

Medgar Evers Library 4215 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson, MS, United States

Join us every Tuesday for three more weeks for healthy cooking classes with the MS Extension Service. 

Be Kind

Willie Morris Library 4912 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS, United States

Patrons will create a kindness flower and write kind messages about themselves on the flower petals.

Make a Teddy Bear

Willie Morris Library 4912 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS, United States

For National American Teddy Bear Day, patrons will create their own teddy bear using brown construction paper and craft materials. 

Fun with Clay (MS Museum of Art)

Medgar Evers Library 4215 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson, MS, United States

This program is designed to teach the fundamentals of working with clay on the potter’s wheel–no prior experience is necessary. Students will be introduced to basic throwing shapes, as well as the follow-up steps of trimming, handle making, and glazing. 

National Princess Day

Willie Morris Library 4912 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS, United States

For National Princess Day, patrons will design princess crowns. 

Celebrating National Native American Heritage Month

Medgar Evers Library 4215 Medgar Evers Blvd, Jackson, MS, United States

Join us at the Medgar Evers Library as we celebrate National Native American Heritage Month by showing blockbuster films all day long of famous Native Americans. Popcorn and beverages will be served. We’ll see you there! 

National Child’s Day

Willie Morris Library 4912 Old Canton Rd, Jackson, MS, United States

On National Child’s Day, children will be invited to play board games and complete fun arts and crafts. Participants will receive gummies and a fun activity book.