Closed for Independence Day

The Ray County Library will be closed Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.

Thursday, July 2, 2026, @4:00 p.m.

Join us at the Lawson Farmers Market on Thursday, July 2 in Lawson City Park at 4 pm for a Pop-Up Bubble Wand Making Booth! Make and take home your own Bubble Wand! Fun for all ages and families, all supplies provided, free of charge.

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Toddler Storytime- 9:30-10:00 a.m. (Zoo Crew!)

Preschool Storytime- 10:15-10:45 a.m. (Stars and Stripes)

Tuesday, June 30, 2026, @3:00-3:45 p.m.

Join us Tuesday, June 30 at 3 pm as Mad Science of Greater KC presents Davidius the Dinosaur! Unearth T-Rex bones, witness an underwater volcano, spark mini explosions, and hear the roars of years past. Adventure awaits! This program is best for ages 3 and up.

Thursday, June 25, 2026, @4:00-5:00 p.m.

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.

Wednesday, June 24, 2026, @10:15-10:45 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 Reading Under the Sun!

Wednesday, June 24, 2026, @9:30-10:00 a.m.

Early Literacy Storytime program for toddlers. This session’s theme is Summer Adventures and will include fun stories, activities, and a craft!

Tuesday, June 23, 2026, @4:00-4:45 p.m.

This month’s kids’ STEM program will be announced soon! This program is best for children in grades 1-5. Supplies and fun are provided!

Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20, 2026.

The Ray County Library will be closed Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20 in observance of Juneteenth.

Thursday, June 18, 2026, @10:00-11:00 a.m.

Join us Thursday, June 18 at 10 am as Ray County 4H and MU Extension present a STEM activity for grades 1-5. Take a spin on a bike to make a smoothie! All supplies provided.