Community Connection Event: Summer Plant Care
2025-07-22 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Library Community Room
Want to learn about caring for plants in the summer heat? Attend the upcoming summer plant care workshop lead by the MU Horticulture Team. Attendees will learn about caring for annuals, vegetables, and trees and have an opportunity to ask their gardening questions. Program is for all ages.

Community Connections Event: Fall Gardening
2025-08-06 17:00 - 18:00 | Library Community Room
Join us for a gardening class presented by Kathi Mecham, an MU Extension Horticulturist.
This workshop will cover which vegetables can be grown in the fall, when to plant, and how to care for your fall garden.
Register Here: https://raycountylibrary.missouri.org/ninja-forms/14n5kf
Upcoming programs include Canning Demo and other food preservation classes.

Closed for Labor Day
2025-09-01 | Library Community Room
The Ray County Library will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day.

Ray County Farm Crawl- Storytime & Activities
2025-09-20 10:00 - 18:00
Get Ready for the 2025 Ray County Farm Crawl!
Mark your calendars for September 20 and join us for a day celebrating local farms, fresh food, and family fun! This self-guided tour lets you explore the scenic countryside of Ray County, visit working farms, meet the farmers, and enjoy hands-on activities for kids. Sample farm-fresh products Shop local handmade goods Meet animals and see live demonstrations Fun for the whole family
“The Farm Crawl is a great way to support local farmers, learn where food comes from, and enjoy a day of adventure,” says Chamber Director Jayne Taylor.Free to attend! Start at any participating farm. Bring comfy shoes, a cooler for purchases, and a camera to capture the day.Maps and details are shared in the Richmond News, on the Chamber website, and our social media channels.For more info, call the Richmond Area Chamber of Commerce at (816) 776-6916.

Closed for Columbus Day
2025-10-13 | Ray County Library, 215 E Lexington St, Richmond, MO, 64085, United States
The Ray County Library will be closed Monday, October 13, 2025 in observance of Columbus Day.

Closed for Veterans' Day
2025-11-11 | Ray County Library, 215 E Lexington St, Richmond, MO, 64085, United States
The Ray County Library will be closed Tuesday, November 11, 2025 in observance of Veterans’ Day.

Closed for Thanksgiving
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-28 | Ray County Library, 215 E Lexington St, Richmond, MO, 64085, United States
The Ray County Library will be closed from Thursday, November 27 to Saturday, November 29, 2025 for Thanksgiving. Happy Holidays!

Closed for Christmas
2025-12-24 - 2025-12-27 | Ray County Library, 215 E Lexington St, Richmond, MO, 64085, United States
The Ray County Library will be closed Wednesday, December 24 through Saturday, December 27, 2025 for Christmas. Happy holidays!

Closed for New Year's
2025-12-31 - 2026-01-01 | Ray County Library, 215 E Lexington St, Richmond, MO, 64085, United States
The Ray County Library will be closed Wednesday, December 31, 2025 and Thursday, January 1, 2026 for New Year’s.

Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2026-01-19 | Ray County Library, 215 E Lexington St, Richmond, MO, 64085, United States
The Ray County Library will be closed Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Winter Reading Program!
2026-01-26 - 2026-03-20
This winter, join Benny for an unforgettable reading adventure! Log the books you read to earn badges and rewards.
The 2026 winter reading program will run from January 26th to March 20th. All ages can participate! There is one program for children & teens and one program for adults. How to participate?

Register online at raycountylibrary.beanstack.org or in person at the library.
Log your completed activities online at online at raycountylibrary.beanstack.org or in person at the library to earn badges, free books, and a chance to win this year’s grand prize.
Complete the program by completing your bingo card before March 20th.

Participants are encouraged to complete the bingo challenges, and those who complete their card before March 20th will be entered to win the grand prize. All participants who register will receive a free book.

Closed for Presidents' Day
2026-02-16
The Ray County Library will be closed Monday, February 16, 2026 in observance of Presidents’ Day.
