Barren County Public Library

Youth Subscription Bags
2026-06-01 00:00 - 2026-06-06 23:30 (America/Chicago) | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Children in preschool through 12th grade can sign up for handpicked books each month! Simply fill out the registration form with basic information and reading preferences, and we’ll select some items we think you’ll love to check out!
The registration form for this month will be available from June 1st through June 6th
We’ll contact you when your subscription bag is ready to be picked up. Be sure to bring your library card.
Subscription Bag selections will be checked out to you for two weeks. When you’re done, just return the books as normal.

Dungeons & Dinosaurs: Session 0
2026-06-01 16:00 - 18:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Join us for Session 0 to get ready for an exciting one-shot adventure on a mysterious island filled with dinosaurs and forgotten civilizations.
This session is focused on learning how to play, understanding the basics of the game, and creating your character with help from the Dungeon Master. It’s the best way to get comfortable with the rules and make sure you’re ready for the adventure ahead.
Led by Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library’s official Dungeon Master, Chris Jones, this is encouraged for anyone planning to participate in Dungeons & Dinosaurs so you can complete your character sheet and jump into the game with confidence.
Online registration is required. For Teens and Tweens ages 9-18.

Tales from the Treehouse
2026-06-02 09:30 - 10:00 | The Grove, 702 Happy Valley Rd, Glasgow, 42141, United States
Tales from the Treehouse is a story time program designed for toddler-kindergarten. This event is held outdoors at The Grove. Each week will feature a new theme with songs, stories, and activities. We’re kicking off our summer season with the Kentucky Forestry Department- meet Smokey the Bear and check out their fire fighting truck (be prepared to get wet!).
Registration required: You only need to sign up the child who will be participating in the activity.
Please note:
Like and follow our Youth Facebook page for the latest updates and any cancellations. If rain is expected or a heat advisory is in effect, we will either cancel the event or relocate it to the library.

Discover Club
2026-06-02 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-09 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Dig into summer with Discover Club! This year’s theme, ‘Unearth a Story,’ invites “in-betweens” ages 8-12 to explore, discover, and let their curiosity run wild.

June 2nd | Discover Geology – Create your own quartz using recycled materials while learning about geology. The first 20 participants will get a geode to take home and crack open.
June 9th | Discover Lava Lamps – Make your own lava lamp using simple household materials and explore the science behind how it works.
June 23rd | Discover Abstract Art – Dive into abstract art by tossing biodegradable paint balls onto your canvas in this fun outdoor activity.
June 30th | America 250: American Girl Celebration – Celebrate 250 years of American history and 40 years of American Girl with a fun-filled birthday event. Travel through different time periods with hands-on activity stations, enjoy themed crafts and games, and take part in festive birthday fun. Dress up in your favorite historical era or bring your favorite doll for an afternoon of creativity, imagination, and celebration.

Online registration is required.

Teens Unearth
2026-06-02 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Join Teens Unearth and dig into a summer of discovery! For teens ages 13–18, where creativity and exploration collide.
June 2nd | DIY Dinosaur Eyes – Create your own dinosaur eye sculpture using air-dry clay in this relaxed, hands-on hangout.
June 9th | Planter-saurs – Paint your own dinosaur-themed planter and pot a succulent to take home, combining creativity with a bit of nature.
June 23rd | Giganotosaurus Game Night – Join us for a night of oversized fun with giant versions of your favorite games.
June 30th | America 250: Hamilton BINGO – Enjoy a musical twist on bingo inspired by Hamilton! Listen for songs from the hit musical, mark your card, and compete for fun prizes.
Online registration is required.

Gogh with the Flow
2026-06-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Gogh with the Flow is an ongoing art club for ages 5-12. This month we’ll be creating a pinch pot using air dry clay.
Registration required.

Red Ink Writers' Circle
2026-06-04 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-06-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Meet together with other local writers for manuscript critique and for support. Prepare a five-minute section of a manuscript to read, then receive comments from group members with the aim of strengthening your writing. Please bring copies of your selected pages for group members. Open to adult authors of all genres.

Jurassic Spelling Bee
2026-06-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Test your spelling skills in a fun and friendly team competition. Spellers must register online or at the library. Attendance for audience members is free and open to the public. Our words will come from the world of paleontology and archaeology! Compete in teams of two to four. The team will write the word and show the judge. The team with the most words spelled correctly will win. Spellers must be 18 and up.

Celebrating 110 Years
2026-06-05 11:00 - 15:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Celebrating 110 Years of Shared Stories
Join us as we celebrate 110 Years of Sharing Stories at the library! Festivities begin with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11:00 AM presented by BARREN INC, followed by cake provided by our Friends of the Library group. Guests can also enjoy crafts, a special library history display, and more as we honor over a century of learning, connection, and community. While you’re here, be sure to sign up for our Summer Reading Program, visit the kid’s craft cart, and check out our Sand, Splash, & Scribble area in the courtyard.

MWWML @ Sip, Shop and Stroll
2026-06-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Glasgow Public Square, 208 Court House Square, Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Visit the Library’s Booth at Sip, Shop & Stroll on the Square in Glasgow, Kentucky from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM! Stop by to make a fun bubble wand and sign up for Summer Reading while enjoying outdoor festivities, local vendors, food, entertainment, and more.

Teen Dungeons & Dinosaurs
2026-06-08 16:00 - 18:30, 2026-06-22 16:00 - 18:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
A lost island where dinosaurs roam and untouched societies endure awaits your party. Sent to uncover why time forgot it, you must survive and unravel its secrets. Led by Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library’s official Dungeon Master Chris Jones, every choice could free the island or trap you in its past.
For teens ages 13-18. Online registration is required.

Tales from the Treehouse
2026-06-09 09:30 - 10:30 | The Grove, 702 Happy Valley Rd, Glasgow, 42141, United States
Tales from the Treehouse is a story time program designed for toddler-kindergarten. This event is held outdoors at The Grove. Each week will feature a new theme with songs, stories, and activities. This week we will have mini dinosaurs up for adoption! Each child will get to adopt a pet dinosaur to take home.
Registration required: You only need to sign up the child who will be participating in the activity.
Please note:
Like and follow our Youth Facebook page for the latest updates and any cancellations. If rain is expected or a heat advisory is in effect, we will either cancel the event or relocate it to the library.

Craft & Chat
2026-06-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Participate in a craft the library will provide, or bring a project you are working on from home. The group will craft and enjoy each other’s company. This month’s craft is a stone mosaic. Register at the library or online.

Unearth a Folktale with Storyteller Paul Strickland
2026-06-11 18:00 - 19:00 | The Grove, 702 Happy Valley Rd, Glasgow, 42141, United States
Join us at The Grove for an hour of rollicking, interactive fun that keeps families engaged, brings stories to life, and turns summer reading into an unforgettable adventure. Paul Strickland is an award-winning professional storyteller and theatre artist who lives in Kentucky. He has more hours of unique family-friendly stories in his repertoire than he has fingers, including reupholstered folk tales, fairytales for adults and future adults, tall-tales and even historical stories that just happened to have never happened. All ages will enjoy Paul’s stories!

Roar & Explore
2026-06-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
This program is designed for preschool through 1st grade. Each program will feature a story and hands-on activity that promotes fine motor skills.

Geo Lab: collect data as you clean, measure, weigh. You may bring your own rock or take one of ours!

VolunTEEN
2026-06-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Looking to earn service hours, build your resume, and make a difference in your community? Join VolunTEEN—our teen volunteer crew! Teens will gain hands-on experience by helping with library programs, organizing materials, prepping crafts, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. It’s a great way to develop new skills, meet other teens, and give back in a fun, flexible environment. We’ll provide training and track your hours—just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to help!
For teens ages 13-19 only. Online registration is required.

Tween Dungeons & Dinosaurs
2026-06-15 16:00 - 18:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
A lost island where dinosaurs roam and untouched societies endure awaits your party. Sent to uncover why time forgot it, you must survive and unravel its secrets. Led by Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library’s official Dungeon Master Chris Jones, every choice could free the island or trap you in its past.
For teens ages 9-12. Online registration is required.

Tales from the Treehouse
2026-06-16 09:30 - 10:30 | The Grove, 702 Happy Valley Rd, Glasgow, 42141, United States
Tales from the Treehouse is a story time program designed for toddler-kindergarten. This event is held outdoors at The Grove. Each week will feature a new theme with songs, stories, and activities. SOMA Dance Studio will be here to show the kids some cool dinosaur dance moves!
Registration required: You only need to sign up the child who will be participating in the activity.
Please note:
Like and follow our Youth Facebook page for the latest updates and any cancellations. If rain is expected or a heat advisory is in effect, we will either cancel the event or relocate it to the library.

LEGO @ the Library
2026-06-16 12:00 - 18:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Drop in anytime from 12–6 PM for a fun, hands-on LEGO challenge! Participants will receive a mini LEGO dinosaur* to take home and will be tasked with building a shelter strong enough to protect their dino from incoming “meteor” (thrown by Ms. Savannah and Mrs. Krista!). Put your creativity and engineering skills to the test in this playful survival scenario.
*While supplies last!

Cardmaking Class
2026-06-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday and our veterans with three beautiful red, white, and blue greeting cards. You will make a birthday card, a multi-purpose card, and a thank you card. The cost is $10 for three cards. Register and pay at the library.

Color Me Calm
2026-06-18 13:30 - 14:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Unwind and get creative at our monthly adult coloring time. Join us each month for a relaxing hour of coloring, conversation, and calm. We’ll provide coloring pages and supplies, or feel free to bring your own. No experience needed – just drop in and enjoy a little peaceful, screen-free fun.

Glasgow Green
2026-06-18 16:30 - 17:30 | The Grove, 702 Happy Valley Rd, Glasgow, 42141, United States
Glasgow Green is a hands-on nature program for kids and teens. Join us at The Grove this month for a fun scavenger hunt, and don’t forget to pick up a Take & Make craft to enjoy at home!
Registration required.

Tales from the Treehouse
2026-06-23 09:30 - 10:30 | The Grove, 702 Happy Valley Rd, Glasgow, 42141, United States
Tales from the Treehouse is a story time program designed for toddler-kindergarten. This event is held outdoors at The Grove. Each week will feature a new theme with songs, stories, and activities. Join Ms. Savannah for a cool dinosaur themed art activity.
Registration required: You only need to sign up the child who will be participating in the activity.
Please note:
Like and follow our Youth Facebook page for the latest updates and any cancellations. If rain is expected or a heat advisory is in effect, we will either cancel the event or relocate it to the library.

Computer Class: MS Word Editing Tools
2026-06-24 09:30 - 11:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
