Tthe Henry County Public Library is pleased to welcome Dr. Thomas Mackey, Professor of History at the University of Louisville and adjunct professor at the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law.  Dr. Mackey holds a PhD in United States Legal and Constitutional History from Rice University.  Dr. Mackey’s discussion is entitled, “That All Mankind Should be Free : Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass, and African –Americans.” It will cover the years and events leading up to the United States Civil War.

Don't miss Third Thursday Family Movie!! This month's selection is Diary of a Wimpy Kid, movie is Thursday, 8/19 at 6:30 pm. Snacks will be provided!

Community Blood Drive from 2-6 PM

The library is hosting an American Red Cross blood drive in the community room.  You can keep blood supply levels high with your donation.  Please remember to eat iron-rich foods and drink plenty of water before donating.

Be A Life Saving HERO - Donate Blood!

Tips for a Good Donation Experience:

Before Donating

Join us today for a live presentation by Silly Safaris!  A Silly Safaris LIVE Animal show is the perfect blend of fact and fun. Silly Safaris keeps the entire audience involved. Special guests from the audience join each animal for a game that teaches about the natural world. You'll see a variety of reptiles, mammals, birds and bugs for an experience everyone will remember. Teachers and Families love Silly Safaris, teens enjoy our hip cultural references, and adults try to catch our comedy.

Shows at 11am and 1pm - Friday, June 18, 2010

Come howl to musical comedy for the entire family when Henry County Public Library presents Tom Sieling's "Tromp through the Swamp."  Sieling performs humorous songs about our natural world that engage the whole family. His performances are participatory, fun, lively and informative. Sieling writes and performs songs for children and adults and accompanies himself on guitar, banjo, harmonica and a drum machine. All songs include parts for the whole family. Tom will be performing at 11AM and again at 2PM this Wednesday, June 9th.  This program is free and open to all ages, but space is limited.  Call the library for more information at (502) 845-5682.

The 2010 Summer Reading Program is underway!  This year we have programs for all ages and interests, plus reading contests for kids, young adults, and adults!  Check out our calendar for a list of events.