JACKSON, Mo. – The Riverside Regional Library has released its list of programs and events for July 2023.
There are two Riverside Regional Library branches in the River Region: 66 Poplar Street in Altenburg (573) 824-5267 and 800 City Park Drive, Perryville (573) 547-6508.
All Riverside Regional Library Programs are family friendly and appropriate for all ages unless otherwise specified.
JACKSON, Mo. – The Riverside Regional Library has released its list of programs and events for July 2023.
There are two Riverside Regional Library branches in the River Region: 66 Poplar Street in Altenburg (573) 824-5267 and 800 City Park Drive, Perryville (573) 547-6508.
All Riverside Regional Library Programs are family friendly and appropriate for all ages unless otherwise specified.
Date and time: Monday, July 3 at 10:30 am
Title: Toddler Story Time and Craft
Place: Perryville Branch
Mrs. Melissa will have a great 4th of July themed toddler story time with craft at the Perryville Branch.
Date: July 3
Title: Early Closing
Place: Perryville Branch
The Perryville branch will close today 5 pm because of the Perry Park Center’s early closing,
Date and Time: Tuesday, July 4
Title: Storybook Trail
Place: Perryville City Park
The storybook trail in Perryville City Park has returned. Each week a different storybook will be featured along the City Park Trail. This week read “Lady Liberty’s Holiday” by Jen Arena as you walk.
The Perryville Storybook Trail is a fun, educational activity that places the pages from a children’s storybook along the City Park Trail. A different book will be featured each week through July 25. This Trail helps build a child’s interest in reading while encouraging healthy outdoor activities for all ages.
Date: Tuesday, July 4
Title: CLOSED
Place: All Riverside Regional Library Branches
All Riverside Regional Library Branches will be closed today in observance of Independence Day
Date and time; Thursday, July 6 at 2:45 pm
Title: DC Mickan
Place: Altenburg Branch
Join us as we welcome ventriloquist Doug Mickan & Friends for an awesome performance at the Altenburg Branch.
This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provision of the Library and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, A Division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
Date and time: Thursday, July 6 at 3:30 pm
Title: Teen Activity
Place: Perryville Branch
The fun continues with activities, crafts and snacks perfect for teens to hang out at the Perryville Branch.
Date and time: Friday, July 7
Title: Friendship Bracelet Craft
Place: Perryville Branch
Come in and make a friendship bracelet to share with a friend or make for yourself, while supplies last, at the Perryville Branch.
Date and time; Friday, July 7 at 11 am
Title: DC Mickan
Place: Perryville Branch
Join us as we welcome ventriloquist Doug Mickan & Friends for an awesome performance at the Perryville Branch.
This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provision of the Library and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, A Division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
Date and time: Monday, July 10 at 2 pm
Title: Book Club
Place: Perryville Branch
Adult Book Club will discuss “Never Saw Me Coming” by Vera Kurian at the Perryville Branch.
Date and Time: Tuesday, July 11
Title: Storybook Trail
Place: Perryville City Park
The storybook trail in Perryville City Park has returned. Each week a different storybook will be featured along the City Park Trail. This week read “All of Us” by Kathryn Erskine as you walk.
The Perryville Storybook Trail is a fun, educational activity that places the pages from a children’s storybook along the City Park Trail. A different book will be featured each week through July 25. This Trail helps build a child’s interest in reading while encouraging healthy outdoor activities for all ages.
Date and time: Tuesday, July 11 at 11:30 am
Title: Cape Nature Center
Place: Perryville Branch
Come learn about animals in our region at the Perryville Branch.
This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provision of the Library and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, A Division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
Date and time: Tuesday, July 11 at 2:30 pm
Title: Cape Nature Center
Place: Altenburg Branch
Come learn about animals in our region at the Altenburg Branch.
This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provision of the Library and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, A Division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
Date and time: Wednesday, July 12 at 6 pm
Title: Book Club
Place: Perryville Branch
Adult book club will be discussing “The Truth about Ben and June” by Alex Kiester at the Perryville Branch.
Date and time: Thursday, July 13 at 3:30 pm
Title: Teen Activity
Place: Perryville Branch
The fun continues with activities, crafts and snacks perfect for teens to hang out at the Perryville Branch.
Date and time: Friday, July 14
Title: Take-n-make Craft
Place: Perryville Branch
Come in and pick up a kit to create your own bookmark, while supplies last, at the Perryville Branch.
Date and time: Monday, July 17 at 10:30 am
Title: Story Time and Craft
Place: Perryville Branch
Join Ms. Melissa for a great summertime story time and a fun craft at the Perryville Branch.
Date and Time: Tuesday, July 18
Title: Storybook Trail
Place: Perryville City Park
The storybook trail in Perryville City Park has returned. Each week a different storybook will be featured along the City Park Trail. This week read “Norman Didn’t Do It” by Ryan T. Higgins as you walk. The Perryville Storybook Trail is a fun, educational activity that places the pages from a children’s storybook along the City Park Trail. A different book will be featured each week through July 25. This Trail helps build a child’s interest in reading while encouraging healthy outdoor activities for all ages.
Date and time: Monday, July 20 at 2:30 pm
Title: Kumihimo (Japanese Braiding) Bracelet
Place: Altenburg Branch
We’ll learn to make a bracelet using the Japanese braiding technique of kumihimo at the Altenburg Branch. Class is limited to 10 participants. Please register by July 18 at 573-824-5267 or eschlichting@rrlmo.org. Age: adults.
Date and time: Thursday, July 20 at 3:30 pm
Title: Teen Activity
Place: Perryville Branch
The fun continues with activities, crafts and snacks perfect for teens to hang out at the Perryville Branch.
Date and time: Friday, July 21
Title: Craft – all day
Place: Perryville Branch
Come in and make a Mandala CD suncatcher, while supplies last, at the Perryville Branch.
Date and time: Friday, July 21 at 6 pm
Title: Family Bingo Night
Place: Perryville Branch
We’re getting out the bingo cards. Join us for a fun family evening at the Perryville Branch.
Date and time: Saturday, July 22 from 9 to 11 am
Title: Stitching Group
Place: Altenburg Branch
Bring your stitching project to the Altenburg Branch and hang out with others who share the love of handiwork. Don’t know how to stitch? Many willing hands are happy to get you started. Crocheters and knitters are also welcome.
Date and time: Monday, July 24 at 7 pm
Title: Riverside Virtual Book Club
Place: Virtual via Zoom
Join us for a discussion of the little gem of a book “Congratulations, By the Way” by George Saunders, author of “Lincoln in the Bardo”. To receive a Zoom invitation, contact Eunice at 573-243-8141 ext 123 or eschlichting@rrlmo.org. Program for adults.
Date and time: Thursday, July 27 at 3:30 pm
Title: Teen Activity
Place: Perryville Branch
The fun continues with activities, crafts and snacks perfect for teens to hang out at the Perryville Branch.
Date and time: Friday, July 28
Title: Craft – all day
Place: Perryville Branch
Come in and make an awesome windmill, while supplies last, at the Perryville Branch.