Barren County Public Library

Raising Readers
2026-05-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-08 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
This story time program is perfect for children ages 3-5. Each week will highlight a different letter, accompanied by engaging stories, songs, and a related activity.
Please register online.

Throwback Thursday Movie: Twister (1996)
2026-05-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Twister first blew through movie theaters 30 years ago! It was an epic disaster movie with running, screaming – and flying cows. Starring Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton, it was nominated for Oscars for best visual effects and sound. Register at the library or online, and relive the magic with us this May!

Chair Yoga
2026-05-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Join us at the library for a relaxing chair yoga series led by instructor Beshka Moore. This gentle, accessible class is perfect for beginners, those with mobility challenges, or anyone seeking a low-impact way to stay active. Space is limited, and the class fills up quickly—register at the library or online today! Registration for one session reserves a seat for all four sessions.

Craft & Chat
2026-05-13 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 Pizza Pan Magnet Board. Register at the library or online.

Teen Movie Night
2026-05-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Join us for a fun-filled Teen Movie Night featuring Puss in Boots: The Last Wish! Get ready for action, adventure, and plenty of laughs as everyone’s favorite fearless feline sets off on an epic journey. Bring your friends and enjoy a cozy evening with a great movie and good company.

This movie was chosen by our Teen Advisory Council Member Roe.

For teens ages 13-19 only. Online registration is required.

Toddler Tuesday
2026-05-12 10:30 - 11:00 | KY
Toddler Tuesday is a 30-minute story time program designed for 9 months-2 years. Each week you can expect stories, songs, and free play.
Please register online.

Toddler Tuesday
2026-05-12 09:30 - 10:00, 2026-05-05 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-05-05 09:30 - 10:00, 2026-04-28 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-28 09:30 - 10:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States

VolunTEEN
2026-05-11 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-27 16:00 - 17:00 | 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 VolunTEENS—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.

Homeschool Hangout
2026-05-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Homeschool Hangouts is a weekly homeschool enrichment program for students in grades 1–12. Each month, we’ll explore a different subject through mini lessons, hands-on projects, and creative experiments.

SCHEDULE FOR MAY – AMERICAN DANCE STYLES

May 4: American Dance Styles – Join us for a special Homeschool Hangout with SOMA Center for Dance! Co-owner Tori Gillespie will introduce a variety of American dance styles as we learn basic movements and explore their cultural roots.

May 11: SOMA Center for Dance Field Trip – Visit SOMA Center for Dance (665 Happy Valley Rd, Glasgow, KY 42141) to practice what we’ve learned and try out a dance from their upcoming performance of Princess & The Frog. *Please wear athletic clothes, bring socks (no street shoes allowed on the dance floor), and a water bottle.

For more information, contact Savannah at sortega@weldonpubliclibrary.org or call the library and ask to speak to Savannah.

Online registration is required.

Red Ink Writers' Circle
2026-05-07 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.

Gogh With The Flow
2026-05-07 16:30 - 17:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Create a one-of-a-kind keepsake at the library with easy kid-made glass magnets.
Kids will design their own colorful magnets using glass gems. These handmade magnets make perfect, heartfelt gifts just in time for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. All supplies provided—just bring your creativity!
Ages 5-12

Teen Movie Night
2026-05-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Join us for a thrilling Teen Movie Night featuring Five Nights at Freddy’s 2! Get ready for suspense, jump scares, and big-screen fun with friends. Snacks, scares, and an unforgettable night await!

This movie was chosen by our Teen Advisory Council Members Jace and Nevaeh.

For teens ages 13-19 only. Online registration is required.

Teen D&D
2026-05-04 16:00 - 18:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Do you have an itch for a fun and exciting fantasy adventure chocked full of twists and turns? Come scratch that itch at the Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library with a Dungeons and Dragons (version 5.5e) campaign guaranteed to challenge and delight. This campaign was created and will be run by long time player and game master, Chris Jones. Be prepared for a treasure chest full of laughs, as our heroes are recruited by the secretive Order of Arcane Findings (O.A.F.) The purpose of the order is to locate and obtain items that have magical powers and keep them out of the hands that have no business possessing them. Can the party find these items and return them for safe keeping? Maybe more importantly, can the party not blow themselves up in the process? Only you can tell the story!
For teens ages 13-19 only. Online Registration Required.

Youth Subscription Bags
2026-05-04 - 2026-05-09 | 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 May will be available from Monday, May 4th through Saturday, May 9th.
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.

Pre-K S.T.E.A.M.
2026-05-01 10:00 - 11:00 | KY
Preschoolers aged 3-5 will explore the world of S.T.E.A.M. through stories, songs, and hands on fun! This program blends learning and play and is perfect for growing minds.
Join us for a colorful Preschool STEAM adventure outside the library (weather permitting)! Little learners will explore creativity and science through hands-on chalk art, experimenting with colors, shapes, and texture. This activity encourages imagination, fine motor skills, and early learning—all while enjoying the outdoors. Dress for mess!
Please register online.

2026 Summer Reading Program Bookmark Contest
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-29 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Get ready to dig into a creative adventure!

The Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library is launching our Summer Reading Program with our very first Bookmark Design Contest. This year’s theme, “Unearth a Story,” invites artists to explore a world of dinosaurs, fossils, and ancient discoveries. From prehistoric creatures to hidden treasures of the past, we want to see your imagination come to life!

Children, tweens, teens, young adults, and adults are all encouraged to submit an original bookmark design inspired by the theme. One winner will be selected from each age group: 8 & under, 9–12, 13–18, 19–25, 26 & older. Winning designs will be printed and shared throughout the library, and each artist will be recognized at our 110th Birthday Bash on June 5th.

Entry forms are available at the Youth Services Desk or can be completed online. All submissions must be returned to the Youth Services Desk by May 29 at 4:00 PM.

We can’t wait to see what you create as we unearth stories together!

Community Meeting
2026-04-30 17:30 - 18:30 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
We’re planning some exciting updates and renovations to Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, and we’d love to have your input!
As our community continues to grow, so do the needs of our readers, students, families, and lifelong learners. Whether you’re a frequent visitor or simply interested in the future of our community, your input is essential in shaping a library that will serve everyone in our community! We encourage you to attend this meeting to help write the next chapter in our library’s story.
“An investment in libraries is an investment in our children’s future.” — Laura Bush, Librarian and Former First Lady

Page Turners Book Club
2026-04-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
The book selection this month is The Dressmaker, by Kate Alcott. It is a novel about a spirited young woman who survives the sinking of the Titanic only to find herself embroiled in the tumultuous aftermath of that great tragedy. Pick up a copy of the book at the library, read, and join the group for discussion.

Teens Travel
2026-04-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Join us each month as we “travel” to a new destination and explore its culture through food and hands-on activities! Teens will get the chance to sample a traditional treat and create something inspired by the region we visit.
This month, we’re heading to Camp Half-Blood to try some legendary blue foods and test our skills with epic camp activities!
For teens ages 13-19 only. Online registration is required.

Panels & Pizza
2026-04-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Graphic novel enthusiasts, join Panels & Pizza a monthly tween book club to discuss graphic novels, engage in related activities, and enjoy pizza. Explore a variety of stories, from superheroes to everyday themes!
This month we are reading: The Night Librarian by Christopher Lincoln
For tweens ages 9-12 only. To sign up and receive your free copy stop by the library.
**While the Library makes every effort to avoid food allergens, we cannot guarantee that food served or used in a program has not come into contact or contains tree nuts, dairy, soy, gluten, or other allergens.

Poetry Night with Joe Survant
2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Celebrate Poetry Month with an unforgettable evening of verse at the library! We are honored to welcome former Kentucky Poet Laureate and WKU Professor Emeritus Joe Survant alongside local poet Larry Pike for a special poetry reading. Enjoy an inspiring selection of original works, followed by a lively question-and-answer session moderated by library staff. Whether you’re a lifelong poetry lover or simply curious, this is a wonderful opportunity to experience the power of poetry right here in our community.

Homeschool Hangouts
2026-04-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library, 1530 S Green St., Glasgow, KY, 42141, United States
Homeschool Hangouts is a weekly homeschool enrichment program for students in grades 1–12. Each month, we’ll explore a different subject through mini lessons, hands-on projects, and creative experiments. Join us in the Community Room on Thursdays from 12:00–1:00 PM to learn, connect, and discover together!
SCHEDULE FOR APRIL – LITERACY (IN CELEBRATION OF NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK)
April 6: Genre – Learn about different book genres as we create crafts inspired by genre.
April 13: Author Visit & Scavenger Hunt – Join authors Jenna and Maddie Reed for a virtual reading of “Library Trip” from Recess in the Living Room: Poems from the Homeschool World, followed by a fun and interactive library scavenger hunt.
April 20: No Homeschool Hangout – There will be no program this week due to the Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale. We encourage families to stop by, shop the sale, and support the library!
April 27: Book Awards – Discover how book awards work and design your own medal to honor your favorite book.
For more information, contact Savannah at sortega@weldonpubliclibrary.org or call the library and ask to speak to Savannah.
Online registration is required.
