Our Summer Reading virtual programs continue through September 21! See What to Watch
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What’s New?
FREE DOWNLOAD: COVID Cloth Face Coverings – Sew and No Sew Instructions
In this downloadable PDF, get tips from the CDC on wearing face coverings correctly, how to...
Systemwide Closure for Independence Day on July 3-4, 2020
All branches of the Jackson Hinds Library System will be closed in recognition of Independence Day...
The Importance of the 2020 Census to Libraries
Want to know the response rate for Hinds County? Continue reading to view an interactive map. From...
Beverly J. Brown Library Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 10:30 AM
The Beverly J. Brown Library of Byram will reopen at its temporary location behind Byram City Hall...
Board of Trustees Meeting at Eudora Welty Library Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 4:00 PM
The next Board of Trustees Meeting is Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020 at 4:00 PM in the computer lab of...
Story Time: The Pencil That Grew Legs and Ran Away by Author Zimbabwe Mays
The Pencil That Grew Legs and Ran Away was written by former JHLS staff member Zimbabwe Mays. From...
What’s New?
FREE DOWNLOAD: COVID Cloth Face Coverings – Sew and No Sew Instructions
In this downloadable PDF, get tips from the CDC on wearing face coverings correctly, how to...
Systemwide Closure for Independence Day on July 3-4, 2020
All branches of the Jackson Hinds Library System will be closed in recognition of Independence Day...
The Importance of the 2020 Census to Libraries
Want to know the response rate for Hinds County? Continue reading to view an interactive map. From...
Beverly J. Brown Library Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 10:30 AM
The Beverly J. Brown Library of Byram will reopen at its temporary location behind Byram City Hall...
Board of Trustees Meeting at Eudora Welty Library Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 4:00 PM
The next Board of Trustees Meeting is Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020 at 4:00 PM in the computer lab of...
Story Time: The Pencil That Grew Legs and Ran Away by Author Zimbabwe Mays
The Pencil That Grew Legs and Ran Away was written by former JHLS staff member Zimbabwe Mays. From...
NOTE: All in-person programs and meeting room reservations have been suspended due to the coronavirus/COVID-19 outbreak.
Upcoming Programs
| Date/Time | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday, August 14, 2020 All Day | Freedom Ranch Virtual Wildlife Program |
| Friday, August 14, 2020 All Day | Kindersongs Virtual Program |
| Friday, August 14, 2020 All Day | Mississippi Children’s Museum at Home |
| Friday, August 14, 2020 All Day | Virtual Magic Show with Aaron Acosta |
| Friday, August 14, 2020 All Day | Virtual Story Time with Rebecca Jernigan |
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On Thursday, Sept. 24 at 11:00 AM, discover Google tools that can help business owners work and manage their business during this time of uncertainty. *This is a virtual event. 💻 Register at https://t.co/vJrCiu9LYO or https://t.co/Cq9MLLs4yS. (JHLS is a #GrowWithGoogle partner.) https://t.co/2afAjXX0Dj
SNAPSHOT DAY UPDATE: Here's the Snapshot Day 2020 coloring sheet! There won't be a contest this year, but you are welcome to compete with friends and family. Print the image from your browser or download the PDF at https://t.co/ojLGHk3egH. 🖍️ #SnapshotDay https://t.co/1CMvSyxXYX
There's still time to give Tumblebooks a spin! The trial ends August 31, so check out their e-books, audiobooks and videos at https://t.co/sRkEHKXKJw. No library card needed! https://t.co/OuzFMC9sOy
SUMMER READING PROGRAM UPDATE: The Week Six lesson for the Digital Photography Virtual Workshop for Teens will be available next week. In the meantime, catch up on previous videos at https://t.co/sQC1ZZiVlX, https://t.co/dZzO2qUE5P, YouTube, Facebook Watch or IGTV! 📸🐞 https://t.co/SyGJ40EEg2
SUMMER READING PROGRAM UPDATE: We're still having fun all summer long with our virtual programs! There's still time to watch Kindersongs, Freedom Ranch and more at https://t.co/fRCrN08Sg5. ✨✨✨ #SRP2020 #ImagineYourStory https://t.co/kh9umFzLA0
