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Jackson County Public Library Children's Area gives kids their own space in the library, filled with books,  DVDs, a train table, puppet theater, puzzles, and many other things. There is one study room that can be reserved or used when available, as well as computers just for kids and AWES with pre-programmed games on them. We have a special Storytime Room where we hold our Storytimes and many of our programs. Youth Services staff are always on hand to lend assistance.








 


 
Macon County Public Library Children's CalendarVisit our calendar for upcoming children's events at Jackson County Public Library.

Events for Children & Families

Gary Carden Book Release

Gary Carden Book Release

Jackson County Public Library


The Jackson County Public Library and City Lights Bookstore are partnering to celebrate the release of Gary Carden’s new book, Stories I Lived to TellThe presentation will be in the Community Room of the Jackson County Public Library on Tuesday, August 20th at 6 p.m. 
Stories I Lived to Tell is more than a selection of stories from revered mountain storyteller Gary Carden—it is a testimony of a distinguished culture, sense of place, and spirit of community that connects the Appalachian past to its present. This memoir-in-stories invites the reader to move beyond stereotypes to experience the scenes, characters, and community of the author's childhood and formative years, intersecting with the regional folktales and mythologies that fired his imagination. It is not only a fascinating window into an Appalachian community in the middle of the twentieth century but also an insightful reminder of who that community is today, in spite of the external changes. 
Featuring an introduction by documentarian Neal Hutcheson, this book is a moving, often funny, collection by a talented storyteller who cuts through cliché and sanctimony with his powerful words.
City Lights Bookstore will have copies available for sale during the presentation. To reserve copies of Stories I Lived to Tell, please call City Lights at 828-586-9499. The Jackson County Public Library is a member of the Fontana Regional Library. For more information about this program please call the library at 828-586-2016.  
 

Tue, Aug 20th - 6:00pm
Jackson County Public Library
Storytime

Storytime

Jackson County Public Library

Join us Friday mornings for stories, songs, and fun at Storytime, 10:30AM in the Storytime Room! 

Fri, Aug 23rd - 10:30am
Jackson County Public Library
Boredom Busters

Boredom Busters

Jackson County Public Library

Looking for something fun to do? Drop by the library for activity centers all ages can enjoy. Books, art, building, games, and more! Come try something new or participate in an all-time favorite!

Sat, Aug 24th - 10:00am
Jackson County Public Library
Read with Bailey (By Appointment Only)

Read with Bailey (By Appointment Only)

Jackson County Public Library

To practice accuracy and fluency, and improve confidence in reading, learners can read to Bailey, a certified therapy dog! Bailey and his handler will be available by appointment only -ask us how to get involved! Appointments are 15-minute blocks. Please contact the YS department to schedule.

Mon, Aug 26th - 4:00pm
Jackson County Public Library
Rock & Read

Rock & Read

Jackson County Public Library

This will be a time to get up and dance, shake, and wiggle as we share stories, songs, and rhymes for kids of all ages!
 
 

Tue, Aug 27th - 10:30am
Jackson County Public Library