Callaway County and Holts Summit Public Libraries

05/31/2026

This week, catch a story time, do a craft, or learn to DJ! To register for or find more information about our upcoming events, please visit www.dbrl.org/events - see you soon!

05/30/2026

The modern age has created modern problems. Is that article real or fake? How do I protect my privacy when every click is recorded? What’s the etiquette for sharing messages, photos and videos online?

Rosen Digital’s Digital Literacy resource has articles on those topics, plus interactive tutorials using digital tools to create podcasts, multimedia presentations, social media campaigns and more! Get started with your library card at go.dbrl.org/210

Don’t have a library card? Apply now at www.dbrl.org/library-card-application

05/29/2026

The dinosaurs have arrived! Unearth a Story™ this summer with our Summer Reading challenge! There’s no need to register, and we have versions for all ages, including adults!

Download your Summer Reading tracker at www.dbrl.org/summer-reading or pick it up at your library, bookmobile or via curbside pickup to get started.

05/28/2026

WOW! We had so much fun at Bingo for Books! Thanks for coming out and filling up the Holts Summit Public Library. We don't get to do it often, but we love adding to your forever book collections at home.

Our next chance for all ages fun is TOMORROW in Fulton at Outdoor Art Party (Fulton). Rain or shine, we'll be painting tote bags, making bookmarks and more, at Memorial Park. See you soon!

05/27/2026

Did you know Route 66 turns 100 this year? Take a trip at dbrl.me/1a1 with our staff to learn all about Route 66's history and the culture it inspired.

All along its 2448 miles, US Route 66 communities are celebrating its 100th anniversary with a summer of festivals — from Chicago to California. For example — Springfield held a kick-off celebration from April 30-May 3. Watch part of the parade here. Springfield is considered the Birthplace of R...

05/26/2026

Our Period Product Drive is almost over! You have until Saturday, May 30 to drop off your donations of liners, pads, tampons, menstrual cups and period underwear. (You can drop them off in Columbia through Sunday, May 31.)

Donations will benefit local nonprofits. To find out more about our annual Period Product Drive, please visit dbrl.me/y9

05/25/2026

Today, we are closed to pause, honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

As we enjoy the freedoms they fought to protect, let us remember the true meaning of Memorial Day and express our heartfelt gratitude for their sacrifice.