Ray County Library

Canceled: Ray County Library Board of Trustees Meeting
2026-02-02 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Library Community Room
Due to the absence of actionable business items, the February Board meeting is canceled, and the next meeting will take place on Monday, March 2nd, at 5 pm.

Book Club
2026-02-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Library Community Room
Book Club Meeting where a selected book will be discussed. This month’s book is “Black-eyed Susan” by Julia Heaberlin. Members can also pick up next month’s book, “Winter Counts” by David Heska Wanbli Weiden. Contact the library for details regarding joining the book club.

Storytime!
2026-02-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Library Community Room
Research shows that children benefit from active participation in early learning activities. Bring your children to this event for stories and craft activities. This week’s theme is ‘we love books’!

Next Chapter Book Club
2026-02-05 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-19 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-05 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Library Community Room
Helping people with disabilities enjoy books, friends, and their community. This is a book club meeting where a selected book will be read and discussed, in partnership with Special Needs Services of Ray County. Contact the library or Special Needs Services for details regarding joining the book club.

Crafting for Adults: Fabric Heart Doorhangers
2026-02-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Library Community Room
This month’s craft will be fabric heart doorhangers! It will be a relaxing evening that offers allows room for creativity in style. All supplies will be provided. Click here to register to attend.

Storytime!
2026-02-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Library Community Room
Early Literacy Storytime program for toddlers and preschoolers. This session’s theme is Valentine’s Day and will include fun stories, activities, and a craft!

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

Storytime!
2026-02-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Library Community Room
Research shows that children benefit from active participation in early learning activities. Bring your children to this event for stories and craft activities. This week’s theme is little detectives!

Kid Zone STEM: Cupid's Crossbow
2026-02-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Library Community Room
This month’s kids’ STEM program will be Cupid’s crossbow! This program is best for children in grades 1-5. Supplies and fun are provided!

Storytime!
2026-02-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Library Community Room
Early Literacy Storytime program for toddlers and preschoolers. This session’s theme is shape adventures and will include fun stories, activities, and a craft!

Ray County Library Board of Trustees Meeting
2026-03-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Library Community Room
Monthly Meeting of the Ray County Library Board of Trustees.

Book Club
2026-03-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Library Community Room
Book Club Meeting where a selected book will be discussed. This month’s book is “Winter Counts” by David Heska Wanbli Weiden. Members can also pick up next month’s book, “Me Before You” by Jojo Moyes. Contact the library for details regarding joining the book club.

Read Across America Special Storytime Program
2026-03-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Library Community Room
We have a special storytime this week! To celebrate Read Across America, enjoy a special Dr. Seuss Storytime with crafts, and stick around to meet friendly animals and snap a picture in the photo booth!

Crafting for Adults: Beaded Succulents
2026-03-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Library Community Room
This month’s craft will be beaded succulents! It will be a relaxing evening that offers allows room for creativity in style. All supplies will be provided. Click here to register to attend.

Storytime!
2026-03-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Library Community Room
Early Literacy Storytime program for toddlers and preschoolers. This session’s theme is shenanigans and will include fun stories, activities, and a craft!

Storytime!
2026-03-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Library Community Room
Research shows that children benefit from active participation in early learning activities. Bring your children to this event for stories and craft activities. This week’s theme is once upon a web!

Kid Zone STEM: Chicken Embryology
2026-03-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Library Community Room
This month’s kids’ STEM program will be chicken embryology! Supplies and fun are provided! This program is best for children in grades 1-5.

Storytime!
2026-03-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Library Community Room
Early Literacy Storytime program for toddlers and preschoolers. This session’s theme is spring and will include fun stories, activities, and a craft!
