Johnson County Public Library, Kentucky

Passport to Your Community

Meet our Community Navigator for your passport to community services, meeting the needs of families of children from newborn through kindergarten age.
Community support strengthens families and we’re here to help!

Schedule your appointment in person, by phone, or virtually at your convenience.
Pamela Hereford – Community Navigator
Phone: (606)792-2980 | (606)789-4355
Email: jcnavigator@jcplky.org

“Connecting Families, Building Communities.”

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Rocket Languages

Language learning online with your library card!

Featuring 14 popular languages, including English as a Second Language, American Sign Language, Spanish, French, and English as a Second Language for Spanish speakers.

Rocket Languages® is an award-winning online language-learning system that lets you learn at your own pace. Enjoy downloadable lessons, interactive games, and more — all at the best value in library language learning.

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Educate Station

Educate Station is a full curriculum Pre-K through Second Grade. To access the curriculum the username is educate and the password is watermelon.

Check out Educate Station here

Technology Curriculum

Become a digitally savvy citizen with our new technology curriculum. Incentives are offered for attendance!

Visit our Technology Curriculum page

Johnson County BookMobile

Our beautiful new bookmobile is on the road! See below for our home visit schedule. In addition, we visit daycare centers, schools events, and more. If you’d like to learn more about Bookmobile service, contact the library by phone at (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org.

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Career Preparation

Welcome to LearningExpress Library
Make your work goals a reality—start a new career or advance in your current field.

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Story Trail

Stroll along Thealka Park trail with family and friends, reading a beloved children’s book displayed on vibrant signs. It’s a fun way to enjoy the outdoors while fostering a love for books and nature for all ages. Every season, a new book awaits!

Johnson County Park and Recreational Area (commonly known as Thealka Park) is located at 2244 State Highway 581 in the community of Thealka.

For more information, contact us at (606)789-4355 or HelpDesk@jcplky.org.

Upcoming Events

Nov 27

Library Closed: Thanksgiving

9:00am

- 8:00pm

The Johnson County Public Library will be closed on Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th for Thanksgiving. We will reopen on Saturday, November 29th at 9:00 AM.

Nov 28

Library Closed: Thanksgiving

9:00am

- 5:00pm

The Johnson County Public Library will be closed on Thursday, November 27th and
Friday, November 28th for Thanksgiving. We will reopen on Saturday, November 29th
at 9:00 AM.

Dec 1

Gentle Yoga

1:00pm

- 1:45pm

Gentle yoga is for any level of physical ability. We meet every Monday from 1 PM - 1:45 PM. You can also view previously recorded classes on our YouTube channel at this link: Johnson County Public Library⁠ 444 Main Street, Paintsville, KY 41240. For more information, use (606)789-4355. HelpDesk@jcplky.org, www.jcplky.org⁠

Dec 3

Imagine, Learn, Grow Story Time

11:00am

- 11:30am

Enjoy stories, crafts and fun with friends every Wednesday from 11:00AM-11:30AM during our Imagine, Learn, Grow Story Time. Parents and caregivers are invited to participate with children in interactive storytelling - activities using books and other props to engage the children and foster their love of reading. Children develop language and social skills, as well as cultivate a lifelong love of reading and learning. You may drop in to any story hour, any time. All ages are welcome. Call (606) 789-4355 or E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information. www.jcplky.org

Dec 8

Gentle Yoga

1:00pm

- 1:45pm

Dec 10

Imagine, Learn, Grow Story Time

11:00am

- 11:30am

Dec 11

Book Club: An Anonymous Girl

12:00pm

- 1:00pm

Grab a snack and chat with other readers about An Anonymous Girl by: Greer Hendricks on December 11th from 12 PM - 1 PM. Zoom option available. Contact (606)789-4355 or HelpDesk@jcplky.org for the link. Book available at our help desk, Libby and Hoopla.

Dec 11

Tied With Love

4:00pm

- 5:00pm

All middle and high school students are welcome to join our newest service project Tied with Love. Tied with Love is a project that allows our teens to make tie blankets for nursing home residents for their birthdays. This month s meeting will be December 11th from
4PM - 5PM. For more information Call (606) 789-4355 or E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org.

Dec 15

Gentle Yoga

1:00pm

- 1:45pm

Dec 16

Homeschool Extra Curricular: Gingerbread Houses

11:00am

- 12:00pm

Homeschool families of all ages are invited to attend monthly meetings led by our library staff. It s a great way to meet new families and friends. Each month, a new craft or activity is introduced. All materials provided. This month s activity is decorating Gingerbread Houses. This month s meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 16th, from 11AM-12PM. Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.

Dec 16

Teen Writers Meeting

4:00pm

- 5:00pm

Teens, join our monthly Teen Writers Meeting to talk with other aspiring writers about your projects and play some writing games. Our August meeting will be Tuesday, December 16th, from 4PM - 5 PM. Call (606) 789-4355 or ⁠E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information. www.jcplky.org ⁠

Dec 17

Imagine, Learn, Grow Story Time

11:00am

- 11:30am

Dec 18

Teen Meeting: The Great Library Bake Off

4:00pm

- 5:00pm

All middle and high school students are welcome to join us for The Great Library Bakeoff. Teens will follow a mystery recipe to create a delicious holiday dessert. Snacks and drinks provided. Call (606)789-4355 or E-Mail helpdesk@jcplky.org for more information.

Dec 18

Book Talk: The First Christmas

6:00pm

- 7:00pm

Discuss The First Christmas with our Book Talk group on Thursday, December 18th, at 6 PM. Zoom option is available. This book is available at our Help Desk, through LIbby as audiobook, and on Hoopla as eBook. Register to reserve a hard copy of the book and/or be put on the list for the Zoom link by calling the library at (606) 789-4355 or emailing us at: HelpDesk@jcplky.org

Dec 22

Gentle Yoga

1:00pm

- 1:45pm

Dec 23

Library Closed: Merry Christmas

9:30am

- 8:00pm

The Library will close
Tuesday, December 23rd, through
Thursday, December 25th, for Christmas , and reopen at
9:30 AM on Friday, December 26th.
We will also close December 31st and January 1st for the New Year Holiday.
We reopen at 9:30 AM on Friday, January 2nd.
Otherwise, we re here to serve you on our regular schedule.

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