Community Calendar

The American Veterans Traveling Tribute Vietnam Wall and Cost of Freedom Tribute is coming to Madisonville as part of Madisonville Salutes! These tributes will be on display at the Madisonville City Park September 11^th – September 15^th from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm each day.

“America’s Freedom Tribute is more than a display – it’s a solemn reminder of the courage, sacrifice and unwavering dedication of our nation’s heroes. Bringing this exhibit to Madisonville gives our community a place to reflect, honor, and say ‘thank you’ to those who gave everything for the freedoms we enjoy,” said Madisonville Mayor Kevin Cotton

The AVTT Vietnam Wall is an 80% replica at 360 ft long and standing 8 ft tall at its highest apex. The Costs of Freedom Tribute honors all other major wars and conflicts such as: WWI, WWII, Korea, Desert Storm, Somalia, 9/11, Iraq and Afghanistan. These tribute walls travel across the country showcasing the names and acknowledging their sacrifices but also educating our youth so that history may never die!

Join us in making cute succulent planter magnets out of wine corks! Sign up here to reserve a seat!

The Revolutionary Threads Exhibit highlights an important aspect of the Revolutionary War soldiers’ wartime experience —what they wore to war. The exhibit illustrates and explains the designs, development, and diversity of the many uniforms worn by the soldiers during the War for Independence. Women patriots are represented as well-- from the women who fought on the battlefield to those who served as nurses, spies, and in domestic capacities. The experiences, ordeals, and service of members of Kentucky’s Gatliff Family demonstrate the difficulties of fighting the war on its western front on the Kentucky frontier and the personal impact on the soldiers and their families. In addition, a display of 20 battle flags represents some of the numerous regiments, militias, and other military units of the 13 colonies. Included are seven life-size mannequins dressed in period attire. Celebrate America's upcoming 250th Anniversary of Independence!

The Friends of the Library are doing a pop-up sale of Children's Books ONLY! This is a one-morning-only Book Sale on Tuesday, Sept. 16th in conjunction with Story Time and Luagh & Learn! from 9 am to 1 pm, or until sold out. They will ONLY be selling the Larger Thin Hardbacks this time . . . for just $1 (Cash/Checks only). A rare opportunity to build your kids' home library!

Bring cash or check (no CC) & shop during Story Hour, or Laugh & Learn.

Brary Bear's Story Time is provided every Tuesday at 10am & 1pm from Labor Day to Derby Day, with the exception of city school closings.

Story Time is presented as an early learning curriculum by bringing children's books to life through puppets, skits, songs, and merriment with his pals, Dr. Duck and Lady Dragon! Hip Hip Hooray!

Attendees can learn the basics of crocheting with hands-on practice supervised by experienced instructors.

$5 for all three classes. Supplies will be provided.

All classes are from 10 am to 1 pm at the White Meeting Hall.

Engage your 3-5 year old in playful stories, songs, crafts, and snacks designed to prepare them for kindergarten. Sponsored by the McCracken County Extension Office.

Who: Kids age 8+
When: 4 Tuesdays / September 2, 9, 16, 23
Instructor: Amber Richardson
Time: 4-5:30pm
Fee: $50

Participants will explore drawing by using a variety of different techniques and materials. This is a multi-age class in a fun, low-stress environment.

*Due to high online processing fees, if you want the MAG member 10% discount, please pay for class in-person.

Come to the library to find out about resources for housing, food, employment and wellbeing in our community. Community partners will be on site to offer help and talk about the services they offer. Resource fairs will be held each third Tuesday of the month from 4 to 6 pm in the 2nd floor Meeting Room.

Food will be provided when possible, and on a first-come, first-served basis.

Adult Craft Club: Reverse Appliqué

Cozy up with us for a relaxed fall evening of stitching, layering, and creating! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the simple and fun textile art of reverse appliqué — where you cut away fabric layers to reveal beautiful shapes and colors beneath.

We’ll keep it casual:

Fall-inspired patterns (think leaves, pumpkins, cozy shapes!)

Bring your favorite drink or fall treat to snack on

Grab the sweatshirt you will use for this project!

You’ll head home with your own stitched fall-themed sweatshirt — perfect for wearing on those crisp, cool, autumn days!

Makerspace Western KY

Tuesday, Sept 16th

5:30pm

$20

No sewing experience needed — this is all about having fun, getting creative, and enjoying a crafty fall night out!

**Makerspace users are responsible for their own safety. By way of class purchase, I agree to hold all staff and instructors harmless for any damage or injury resulting from my involvement in or presence during any class or workshop. I also comply with all guidelines concerning the use of the premises, machinery, and equipment.