Children’s Room
Visit our children’s area to imagine, learn, and grow in a special place just for children and families. Drive or take an imaginary ride on our interactive bookmobile with sensory and fine motor activities for babies and toddlers and STEAM activities for preschoolers and early elementary age children. You have to see it to fully experience the lights, the buttons and switches, the pretend play, and the carpeted road to the best place around – your library!
Get comfortable in a special seating area for children and families. Use our early learning computers and iPads (on the bookmobile) to sharpen your skills. Browse our selection of board books, picture books, easy readers, early learning nonfiction titles, and chapter books. It’s a great place to meet for a play or study date.
Don’t forget to register or stop in for any of our programs, including STEAM programs, family fun days, the summer reading program, and story hours, which meet in our new Robert M. Conley Room, a multipurpose/story hour space.
Upcoming Ppograms
Mar 25
5:30pm
- 6:30pm
Join us every month on the third Tuesday from 5:30 - 6:30 PM 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. March s new craft is an Easter Wreath. 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
E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org
for more information. www.jcplky.org
Mar 26
11:00am
Enjoy stories, crafts and fun with friends every 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
E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.
www.jcplky.org
Mar 26
1:00pm
Much is known about President Abraham Lincoln. But who was the Hodgenville, Kentucky, native before he arrived at the White House to lead the United States through the Civil War? Find out during this Kentucky Chautauqua program hosted by the Johnson County Public Library. There are two opportunities to see this presentation of Abraham Lincoln: Attorney at Law portrayed by actor Forrest Loeffler, on Wednesday, March 26th, 1 PM at the Johnson County Senior Citizens Center, 1127 Euclid Avenue, and on Thursday, March 27th, 6 PM, at the Johnson County Public Library, 444 Main Street, in Paintsville. Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.
Mar 27
12:00pm
- 1:00pm
Grab a snack and chat with other readers about Slaughterhouse-Fivt by: Kurt Vonnegut March 27th 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 and Audio book on Hoopla and Libby.
Mar 27
6:00pm
Much is known about President Abraham Lincoln. But who was the Hodgenville, Kentucky, native before he arrived at the White House to lead the United States through the Civil War? Find out during this Kentucky Chautauqua program hosted by the Johnson County Public Library. Abraham Lincoln: Attorney at Law portrayed by actor Forrest Loeffler, on Thursday, March 27th at 6 PM at the Johnson County Public Library, 444 Main Street in Paintsville. Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.
Mar 31
1:00pm
Gentle chair yoga is for any level of physical activity. Participate in person at the Library or watch yoga recordings on the Library's YouTube Channel.
Apr 1
1:00pm
- 3:00pm
Come learn from the expertise of our own Mrs. Christie Cook and Mrs. Debbie Barr on Tuesday, April 1. They will guide you “seamlessly” through how to hand sew and piece together a pin cushion. Call 789-4355 to register, as space is limited.
Apr 1
6:00pm
- 6:30pm
Enjoy stories, crafts and fun with friends every Tuesday from 6 PM-6:30 PM 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
E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.
www.jcplky.org
Apr 7
11:00am
- 12:00pm
Join us once a month at The Johnson County Senior Citizens Center for a fun filled hour of crafting.
Apr 7
1:00pm
- 1:45pm
Gentle chair yoga is for any level of physical activity. Participate in person at the Library or watch yoga recordings on the Library's YouTube Channel.
Apr 8
6:00pm
- 6:30pm
Enjoy stories, crafts and fun with friends every Tuesday from 6 PM-6:30 PM 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
E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.
www.jcplky.org
Apr 10
5:00pm
- 7:30pm
Johnson County Public Library is proud to launch our free seed library!
Starting April 10th at 5PM we will have packets of tomatoes, cucumbers, basil, bachelor buttons, zinnias, marigolds, and several others to give away.Limit one packet of each seed per family, while supplies last.
Starting April 10th at 5PM we will have packets of tomatoes, cucumbers, basil, bachelor buttons, zinnias, marigolds, and several others to give away.Limit one packet of each seed per family, while supplies last.
Apr 10
6:00pm
- 7:00pm
The rewarding hobby of gardening is made easy as you learn the basics from Brian Jeffiers, UK Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources. No registration is required. This program will be held on Thursday, April 10th, from 6PM - 7PM. Call (606) 789-4355 or email helpdesk@jcplky.org for more information.
Apr 10
6:00pm
- 7:30pm
Learn American Sign Language (ASL) with instructor Tracy Jackson during a 5-week class beginning Thursday, April 10th, and continuing for the next 4 Thursdays from 6 - 7:30PM each week. All ages are welcome, but those ages 10 and under must attend with an adult. Registration is not required.
Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information on this free opportunity!
Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information on this free opportunity!
Apr 14
1:00pm
- 1:45pm
Gentle chair yoga is for any level of physical activity. Participate in person at the Library or watch yoga recordings on the Library's YouTube Channel.
Apr 15
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 sand art. This month s meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 15th, from 11AM-12PM. Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.
Apr 15
2:00pm
- 4:00pm
Stop by for 3-D printing class on April 15 from 2PM -4PM and April 29 from 2PM - 4PM! You will be able to design and begin the process of printing your design by using our3-D printers at the library. All ages are welcome, with children under 12 requiring a teen or adult chaperone. Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.
Apr 15
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, April 15th, from 4PM - 5 PM. Call (606) 789-4355 or E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.
Apr 15
6:00pm
- 6:30pm
Enjoy stories, crafts and fun with friends every Tuesday from 6 PM-6:30 PM 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
E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.
www.jcplky.org
Apr 16
3:30pm
The library will be closing at 3:30 PM on Wedensday, April 16th for staff training. We will reopen on Thursday, April 17th at 9:30 AM.
Apr 17
6:00pm
Hop on over to The Historic SIPP Theatre for a showing of Peter Rabbit 2 on Thursday, April 17, at 6 PM. This event is free and open to the public. Popcorn, drink and candy included. Call (606)789-4355 or E-Mail HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information. www.jcplky.org.
Apr 17
6:00pm
- 7:00pm
Discuss Rednecks by: Taylor Brown with our Book Talk group on Thursday, April 17th, at 6 PM. Zoom option available. This book is available in-house. Contact (606)789-4355 or HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.
Apr 17
6:00pm
- 7:30pm
Learn American Sign Language (ASL) with instructor Tracy Jackson during a 5-week class beginning Thursday, April 10th, and continuing for the next 4 Thursdays from 6 - 7:30PM each week. All ages are welcome, but those ages 10 and under must attend with an adult. Registration is not required.
Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information on this free opportunity!
Call (606)789-4355 or email HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information on this free opportunity!
Apr 21
1:00pm
- 1:45pm
Gentle chair yoga is for any level of physical activity. Participate in person at the Library or watch yoga recordings on the Library's YouTube Channel.
Apr 22
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 April 22nd, 5:30 PM- 6:30 PM, is a DIY macrame rainbow keychain. 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
Apr 22
6:00pm
- 6:30pm
Enjoy stories, crafts and fun with friends every Tuesday from 6 PM-6:30 PM 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
E-Mail: HelpDesk@jcplky.org for more information.
www.jcplky.org
Upcoming Children’s Programs
Children's Resources
Hoopla for Kids
A selection of music, movies, audiobooks, comics, and television shows for kids.
Capstone Interactive
Interactive Ebooks for children as well as graphic novels.
Elementary Primary Search
Educational games and videos from Curious George, Wild Kratts and other PBS KIDS shows!
Access Elementary Primary Search
Britannica School Elementary
Discover encyclopedia articles, multimedia, primary sources, games, and other learning resources that support student research and reinforce curriculum standards.
Access Britannica School Elementary
Kentucky Virtual Library
Kentucky Virtual Library is a consortium of 350 Kentucky libraries and institutions providing various types of databases.
Access Kentucky Virtual Library
AR Bookfinder
Searching for books with a corresponding Renaissance Accelerated Reader 360® quiz is easy with Accelerated Reader Bookfinder®. Students, teachers, parents, and librarians can search in English or Spanish using criteria such as ATOS book level or a Lexile™ measure, interest level, title, author, fiction/nonfiction, subject, award-winners, state lists, CCSS Exemplars, and more.
Nibbles the book monster 
Little Witch Hazel