Have a damaged-book fee? Turn it into an opportunity to give back! In November, Meade County Public Library is hosting Food for Fines, a community initiative that lets patrons with eligible damaged-book fees bring in designated food and household supplies in exchange for credit toward their library fees. Instead of paying your eligible fee with money, bring…
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Bowser’s Bookmark Winners!
We had 72 submissions for Bowser’s Bookmark contest. Narrowing it down was difficult, and picking a first-place winner was even harder, but we managed. Our first place winner is a family affair. Henry, Alex, and Harvey won a stuffed turtle with turtle babies, a LEGO turtle set, and a Bowser painting. Our second-place winners won…
Fall fun starts at the library!
Cozy up to the season with fall programs and events for all ages! From family activities and creative programs to special events and community gatherings, the library has plenty happening this fall. Check out our calendar and find something fun to enjoy together.
A Wonderful Night at Roberts Family Farm
Our 4th Annual Library Night at Roberts Family Farm was a wonderful way to welcome the fall season! We loved seeing so many of our patrons come out with their families to enjoy an evening of fun, laughter, and community. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the night so special. Events…
Homebound Outreach at MCPL
A library is more than a building—it’s a connection to the community, no matter where you are. Through our homebound outreach, Darlah thoughtfully selects books and materials for each patron and delivers them right to their door. It’s about more than bringing a stack of books; it’s about creating connections, sharing conversation, and making sure…
American Girl Program
Step into history through the beloved American Girl stories! Each session will focus on a specific time period and highlight an American Girl from that period. We will do themed crafts, games/activities, and snacks inspired by the stories and the time period. Dolls are welcome but not required. Subject to change at any time. Kaya/…
A Story that Came Full Circle
Joy Trotter and the Miss Pickle Outstanding Children’s Service Award Some stories come full circle in the most beautiful ways. Long before Joy Trotter became the beloved Children’s Librarian she is today, she was a child sitting in the library, growing up with Miss Pickle (Wanda Brown) as her children’s librarian. Miss Pickle left a…
1522 Reading Logs Complete!
Celebrating a Summer of Reading! A huge thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s Summer Reading Program! Together, our community completed an incredible 1,522 reading logs, representing countless hours spent discovering new stories, learning new things, and building lifelong reading habits. Whether you attended programs, picked up books, or encouraged a young reader,…
Teen Volunteer Opportunities
At Meade County Public Library, we value our teenage volunteers. Our teen volunteers build their resumes by assisting during programs, setting up and cleaning up from large events, filling bags for passive programs like STEM kits and the Seed Library, and so much more! Teens get a behind the scenes glance at how library programs…
Books, Connection, and Community on the Move
Every bookmobile stop is more than just books—it’s connection, discovery, and the excitement of seeing the library arrive right in your community. From storytimes filled with laughter to surprise reads that become new favorites, the bookmobile brings learning, comfort, and joy wherever it goes. For some, joy is finding the perfect book. For others, it’s…