Johnson County Public Library, Kentucky

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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Libby. The Library Reading App

Can’t come into the Library…no problem! Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more with your JCPL library card for free! Libby is the newer library reading app by OverDrive, loved by millions of readers worldwide.

Download the Libby App

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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.

Access LearningExpress

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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!

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

Upcoming Events

May 19

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

May 20

Homeschool Extracurricular: Paper Flower Pot Craft

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 activities include making your own paper flower in a pot. This month s meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 20th, from 11AM-12PM. Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.

May 20

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 March meeting will be Tuesday, May 20th, from 4PM -5PM. Call (606) 789-4355 or ⁠E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information. www.jcplky.org ⁠

May 20

Imagine, Learn, Grow Storytime

6:00pm

- 6:30pm

Enjoy stories, crafts and fun with friends every Tuesday from 6 PM - 6:30 PM, and Wednesday from 11 AM-11:30 AM 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

May 21

Imagine, Learn, Grow Storytime

11:00am

- 11:30am

May 22

Book Club

12:00pm

- 1:00pm

Grab a snack and chat with other readers about This is Where I Leave You by Jonathan Tropper on May 22nd 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 and as an Ebook on Libby.

May 22

Teen Meeting: DIY Painted Rocks

4:00pm

- 5:00pm

All middle and high school students are welcome to join us for an hour of crafting on Thursday, May 22nd, from 4PM - 5PM. Teens will paint their own rocks. Snacks and drinks provided. Call (606)789-4355 or E-Mail HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.

May 26

Closed Memorial Day

12:00am

The Johnson County Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 28th in observance of Memorial Day. The library will reopen on Tuesday, May 29th at 9:30 AM.

May 27

Monthly Craft Club: DIY Painted Flower Pots

5:30pm

- 6:30pm

Join us every month for Craft Club Day and learn a new craft or make something with our leftover craft materials. New craft projects are for the first 12 patrons to arrive.The new craft for May 27th, 5:30 PM- 6:30 PM, is a DIY painted flower pots. It is not necessary to register. Drop in and enjoy an hour of crafting fun! For ages 13 and older. Call (606) 789-4355 or E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information. www.jcplky.org

May 27

Imagine, Learn, Grow Storytime

6:00pm

- 6:30pm

May 28

Imagine, Learn, Grow Storytime

11:00am

- 11:30am

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