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Read, Rock n’ Rhyme Story Time (Every Wednesday)
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.
Everything S.T.R.E.A.M Program
Everything S.T.R.E.A.M Program
The activities will include different projects or experiments to engage the child in one of STREAM’S learning objectives and help prepare them for school and learning through a variety of scenarios.
4 events,
Celebrating Financial Wellness Month
January is Financial Wellness Month. Visit the Medgar Evers Library to learn more about all of the resources available to you. We will be displaying popular books and other resources by some of America’s top financial guides.
Tech-Titans: S.T.R.E.A.M. into Action (Thursdays)
Interested in Coding? Aspire to create your own video game? Join us as we dive into the world of science and technology! This exciting program is designed for middle and high school students passionate about computer science and technology. As part of our S.T.R.E.A.M. initiative, we’ll explore the fundamentals of coding, game development, and more! Whether […]
5 events,
Fantastic Friday Story Time
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. The fun starts at 10:00 AM. Come join us!
7 events,
Showtime Movie Matinee (Every Saturday)
The Medgar Evers Library hosts family movie favorites, complete with popcorn, every Saturday at 1 PM! Register, today as space is limited. For more information, call 601-982-2867.
Comic Club with Manny
Comic Club with Manny
The comic Club welcomes tween and teen enthusiasts interested in exploring comic books or crafting their own creations. Participants showcase their imaginative storytelling, world-building, and design skills, sharing their unique comics to delight others with stunning graphics. Join us to witness the creativity and innovation of our talented readers and artists as they develop their […]
11 events,
Stillness in Motion: Relaxation Classes for Adults (Every Monday)
Beginning Relaxation exercises and techniques following lessons from you-tube or real-life practitioner if possible. Relaxation Classes are 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 (Every Monday)
This course is for anyone who is brand new to working with computers. In this course, you will learn the basics of computers, from what they are to how they work and how to use them.
1 on 1 Computer Sessions (Every Monday)
The 1 on 1 Computer Sessions are student directed, hands on, instruction sessions, following topics regarding whatever the student wants to learn to do on the computer. The sessions may include using the internet to discover together, student and instructor, how best to accomplish a given task with the computer, as it is entirely possible […]
The Lit & Learn Lounge (Mondays)
Interested in forming a book Club, learning a skill or engaging in community projects? Then we may have the venue and opportunity for you. Join us here at Alexander Library for our evening program tailored towards our Adults. The rewards could be informative and fun! We Meet every Monday at Alexander Library at 5:30 pm.. […]
Storytime (Every Tuesday)
Storytime (Every Tuesday)
We will have a story time which will include questions about what pictures are on the page. We explore our colors, shapes, and numbers in our activity room, with games. There will also be an arts and crafts project related to the book that we have read. For October and November, many of our stories […]
14 events,
Fun with KEVA PLANKS and LEGO Challenge (Every Tuesday)
Join us and learn basic engineering concepts with Keva Planks and Legos! Then design and build unique structures! (Ages 7 and up).
Storytime: Treasure Chest Adventures (Tues & Thurs)
Join Us for Storytime: Treasure Chest Adventures at Alexander Library! We invite you to another exciting day of reading as we dig into our "treasure chest" of stories and destinations. Together, we'll explore how letters come together to form words, how words build sentences, and how sentences create vibrant pictures in our minds. Come along […]
Learning Loft Adventures (Tuesdays)
Join Us for Fun and Engaging After-School Activities at Alexander Library! Every Tuesday afternoon, we invite youth to come to Alexander Library at 3:30 PM for exciting programming that supports learning and creativity. Activities will be fun, engaging, and may even align with your school’s curriculum. It’s a fantastic way to unwind and enhance your […]
Express Yourshelf: Book Banter and Cold Brew (Every Tuesday)
This is a teen powered, silent book club, where they will talk about their current favorite book series. There will also be cold brew coffee, as well as holiday flavors for Christmas, honey for others, etc. Though it is mostly passive, there will be an overseer. We will maintain a teen display in the library […]
18 events,
Byram Book Club (Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday)
The Byram Book Club is an adult social group that meets every other Wednesday to discuss a specific book. The focus is Mississippi writers, but we also cover southern writers from our neighboring states. Coffee or water is available when wanted. If there is a special guest or holiday, we will have coffee and cookies.
Story Time (Every Wednesday)
Patrons will enjoy story time based on weekly themes and then complete a craft activity.
Washout! (Every Wednesday)
This is an afterschool art program. Every week, we will mix mediums. These mediums will cycle and repeat based on popularity. We are also open to participant’s opinions about what they would like to do next. We will work with watercolor, pencil (color and graphite, pen and ink, and oil pastels. But in all that […]
18 events,
20 events,
Plant Swap
Plant Swap
To celebrate National Houseplant Day, patrons will exchange plants and share essential information about how to keep them healthy and alive.
21 events,
Vision Board Party
Vision Board Party
For National Vision Board Day, patrons will complete their own vision boards using pictures and words from magazines and newspapers. Light refreshments will be served.
Fun with Perler Beads
Fun with Perler Beads
Perler Bead Program! Join us for an awesome, casual craft! Let your imagination run wild as you use all sorts of different colored perler beads and create whatever design you'd like to! It could be video game themed (each perler bead works perfectly as one pixel), comic book themed, or whatever! Minecraft, Doctor Who... it's up […]
19 events,
20 events,
Sticker Collage
Sticker Collage
For National Sticker Day, patrons can create a sticker collage using stickers that describe their personality.
20 events,
Quest After School Academy
Quest After School Academy
Join Us for Fun and Engaging After-School Activities at Alexander Library! Every Tuesday afternoon, we invite youth to come to Alexander Library from 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm for exciting programming that supports learning and creativity. Activities will be fun and engaging, and may even align with your school’s curriculum. It’s a fantastic way to […]
21 events,
Silver Horizons (Wednesdays)
Join Us at Alexander Library! We at Alexander Library would like to extend a warm invitation to all senior citizens for our specially designed workshops and classes. Whether you're interested in learning about computers, exploring new crafts, enjoying fun games, or simply engaging in friendly conversation, we have something for everyone. Come join us every […]
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Quiz Program
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Quiz Program
Martin Luther King, Jr. Quiz! Come and learn about Martin Luther King, Jr. and all that he did! There will be a quiz for ages 7 and up.P rizes will be awarded to the winners. Refreshments will be served.
22 events,
Paint and Sip
Paint and Sip
Join us for a fun Paint and Sip Program. You will walk through the steps of painting various scenes and objects while sipping on a non-alcoholic beverage. This program is for adults only! Come join the fun!
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. After-School Story time and Craft Day
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. After-School Story time and Craft Day
Children ages 5 and up, come to the Medgar Evers Library for a story and craft celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr.! Pre-registration is not required, but the program is limited to 15 children and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
22 events,
Let’s Dance! The Morning Line Up!
Let’s Dance! The Morning Line Up!
The Morning Line Up! Let’s get the mornings started with a little line dancing fun! Join us and learn the latest line dances… in the morning!
23 events,
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Come celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with us on Saturday, January 18th, at the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument! Join Park Ranger Lucia Garza-Caraccia for a special presentation exploring the profound impact of Dr.King, Malcom X, and Medgar Evers. In addition, we're excited to partner with Black […]
Celebrating Martin Luther’s King Jr. Legacy
Celebrating Martin Luther’s King Jr. Legacy
For the MLK holiday, we will show the movie Selma to patrons and create a display table to reflect the work of Martin Luther King Jr.
Comic Club with Manny
Comic Club with Manny
The comic Club welcomes tween and teen enthusiasts interested in exploring comic books or crafting their own creations. Participants showcase their imaginative storytelling, world-building, and design skills, sharing their unique comics to delight others with stunning graphics. Join us to witness the creativity and innovation of our talented readers and artists as they develop their […]
20 events,
21 events,
A Look at the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
A Look at the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
A Look at the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Join us to celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with two film screenings. —"King in the Wilderness" (2018): Through personal stories of the people who were around him, this documentary follows Martin Luther King, Jr. during the last years of his […]
21 events,
20 events,
20 events,
Jewelry Making for Beginners
Jewelry Making for Beginners
It is never too late to learn the art of making jewelry! This class will teach you the fundamentals of jewelry making. We will learn how to make earrings, bracelets, and necklaces which will surprise even a beginning craftsman. You can wear the finished pieces yourself or give them as gifts.
21 events,
Compliment Party
Compliment Party
For National Compliment Day, patrons will design cute notes with encouraging compliments and trade them with others.
Your Local Book Club at Your Medgar Evers Library
Your Local Book Club at Your Medgar Evers Library
The book club will discuss and come up with the next book to read together. That is the "your" part of the name of the book club. Everyone in the book club takes ownership of the book club. We discuss the book after reading in an open format, the participants assuming leadership roles within the […]
22 events,
Resume Building and Cover Letter Writing
Resume Building and Cover Letter Writing
That new job awaits you. The Alexander's Staff and Ashley Stewart of Elevate Education Solutions we will be hosting a partnership event on Resume Building and Cover Letter Writing from 12 PM to 1 PM on January 25, 2025. Come and unlock the essential skills to craft your perfect résumé and cover letter. This free […]
Let’s Go Retro! Teen Gaming Day
Let’s Go Retro! Teen Gaming Day
Let's Go Retro! Teen Gaming Day at your Medgar Evers Library! Join the ultimate 80s & 90s throwdown at the Medgar Evers Library! Conquer legendary titles, dominate pixelated foes, and rediscover the pure, joy of classic gaming. Dust off your virtual reflexes and unleash nostalgic laughter with fellow retro enthusiasts! Join us, January 25th at 3:00 […]
18 events,
20 events,
Super Bowl Snack Pack Raffle (Mon-Sat)
Patrons will predict the winning team of Super Bowl 59 and then those raffle tickets will be entered into a separate raffle. Four winners will be chosen on February 10 to win a bag of snacks.
15 events,
14 events,
Chinese New Year Craft
Chinese New Year Craft
To celebrate the Chinese New Year, patrons will create a snake using craft materials since it is the Year of the Snake.
9 events,
21 Questions: Trivia Challenge Famous Mystery Detectives
21 Questions: Trivia Challenge Famous Mystery Detectives
Do you love trivia and reading? Join us for 21 Questions: Famous Mystery Detectives Edition. Test your love of reading, trivia and have fun and complete bragging rights for the winner or winners. Everyone is welcome, including individuals and teams of up to 4 players, whether they are teens, adults, or families!
8 events,
Hot Chocolate Day
Hot Chocolate Day
To celebrate National Hot Chocolate, patrons will be treated to a cup of delicious hot chocolate.
Family: All Parts Moving Together Program
Family: All Parts Moving Together Program
I Read! You Read! Storytime: The Alexander Library will be hosting a special story time for families starting January 31, 2025. This event will take place on the last Friday of each month from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is designed for shared reading between a young reader and an adult. Younger readers will […]
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