Wednesday, November 5, 2025, @10:00-10:45 a.m.

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 will be announced soon!

Tuesday, November 4, @6:00-6:45 p.m.

Book Club Meeting where a selected book will be discussed. This month’s book is “The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict. Members can also pick up next month’s book, “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus. Contact the library for details regarding joining the book club.

Wednesday, October 29, 2025, @10:00-10:45 a.m.

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 will be Halloween!

Tuesday, October 28, @4:00-4:45 p.m.

This month’s kids’ STEM program will be trick or tator! Build a monster out of a potato! This program is best for children in grades 1-5. Supplies and fun are provided!

Saturday, October 25, 2025, @11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Lawson Park.

Join the Ray County Library for some crafts at the Lawson Fall Festival!

Wednesday, October 22, 2025, @10:00-10:45 a.m.

Early Literacy Storytime program for toddlers and preschoolers. This session’s theme is black cats and bats, and will include fun stories, activities, and a craft!

Wednesday, October 15, 2025, @10:00-10:45 a.m.

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 scarecrows!

Tuesday, October 14, 2025, @6:00-6:45 p.m.

This month’s craft will be pumpkin home decor! 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.

Monday, October 13, 2025

The Ray County Library will be closed Monday, October 13, 2025 in observance of Columbus Day.

Friday, October 10, 2025, @6:30-8:30 p.m.

This lecture will cover driving forces behind addictions and paths to treatment and sobriety. We will discuss how we can improve treatment outcomes and the public benefits of doing so. There will be a Q&A section during and after the lecture.

Robert Cox is a licensed professional counselor in Missouri, an author, a podcast creator, and an international lecturer on addictions and mental health. He’s also the clinical director of the new nonprofit program, Stabilization Support Services. Dedicated to filling gaps in addiction and mental health treatment.