Next Chapter Book Club

Thursday, June 11, 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 10, 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 Lily Pad Tales!

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

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

Tuesday, June 9, 2026, @6:00-6:45 p.m.

This month’s craft will be a decoupage cutting board! 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.

Saturday, June 6, 2026, @10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Join the Special Needs Services of Ray County’s fishing event at the Southview Park and Lake on Saturday, June 6! The Ray County Library will be checking out fishing poles and disc golf sets at the Southview Park and Lake from 10 am to 12 pm.

Click here for more information about Special Needs Services’ fishing event.

Wednesday, May 27, 2026, @10:00-10:45 a.m.

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

Tuesday, May 26, @4:00-4:45 p.m.

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

Monday, Monday 25, 2026.

The Ray County Library will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day

Wednesday, May 20, 2026, @5:00 p.m.

Join us for this month’s gardening program and build your own compost bin! Be sure to plan ahead to take home the pallet compost bin. It will be large and heavy. Limited compost bin delivery available with RSVP. Register here!

Workshop Highlights:

  • Learn how to compost
  • Hands on compost bin construction
  • Seed giveaway

Date: May 20, 2026

Time: 5:00 p.m.

Location: Library Community Room

Wednesday, May 20, 2026, @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 dirt!