Mt. Vernon Branch-Barry Lawrence Regional Library

Mt. Vernon Branch-Barry Lawrence Regional Library Public library See our page or our website www.blrlibrary.org for programming details.

06/08/2026

Hooked on fun—even in the rain! 🎣🌧️

A huge thank you to Lyle Whittaker with the Missouri Department of Conservation for an amazing Fishing Fun program!

The weather may have trimmed our plans, but it didn’t stop the good times. We stuck with fishing, cast a few lines, and still managed to reel in plenty of smiles.

And a big thank you to everyone who showed up and made the best of a rainy day—you proved that a little weather doesn’t stand a chance against a great community!

Already looking forward to the next adventure! 🎣🐟

Congratulations to a few of our winners from our fishing adventure with Missouri Department of Conservation! 🐟🫧
06/08/2026

Congratulations to a few of our winners from our fishing adventure with Missouri Department of Conservation! 🐟🫧

06/08/2026

🐠✨ Something FISHY is happening at the Mt. Vernon Library—tomorrow! ✨🐠

Missouri is home to over 200 fish species—some brightly colored, others expertly camouflaged! Join a Missouri Department of Conservation Fisheries Specialist for a fun Summer Reading Challenge program and discover the amazing fish living right here in our waters.

📅 Tomorrow, June 9, 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:00 AM
📍 Mt. Vernon Library
👧🧒 Recommended for ages 3–12

Don’t miss this fin-tastic adventure! 🎣🌊

06/08/2026

🚨 ATTENTION TEENS! 🚨

Think you have what it takes to solve a mystery? 🕵️‍♂️🔍

Join Sgt. Vaclavicek at the Mt. Vernon Library for Forensics Files: Unearthing the Truth, where you'll examine evidence from a real local cold case and use your detective skills to see if you can uncover what others may have missed.

🗓️ Thursday, June 11
🕑 2:00–3:00 PM
👥 Teens Ages 11–17

Gather your friends and put your forensic skills to the test. Will you be the one to crack the case?

FREE to attend!

🔎🦴📚

Don't let a little drizzle scare you away! As of right now, we are still planning on fishing at the pond at Spirit of '7...
06/04/2026

Don't let a little drizzle scare you away! As of right now, we are still planning on fishing at the pond at Spirit of '76 Park at 2:30!! Come ready to cast out those lines! 🐟

06/04/2026

🎣 Happening Today! Fishing Fun & Stream Discovery 🌊

There's still time to join us today at 2:30 PM at Spirit 76 Park for an exciting program with Lyle Whittaker from the Missouri Department of Conservation!

Discover the amazing plants and animals that live in Missouri streams, learn about aquatic ecosystems, and enjoy hands-on activities for all ages.

🎁 Don't forget to enter our prize drawings!
• Ages 0–5: Small Magnetic Fishing Game
• Ages 6–12: Rods & Tackle Boxes
• Teen–Adult: Rods & Tackle Boxes

This free program is open to everyone, so grab your family and friends and come explore the wonders of our waterways with us!

📍 Spirit 76 Park
⏰ 2:30 PM

We can't wait to see you there! 🐟🎣🌿

06/04/2026

🌎 What on Earth is happening at the Mt. Vernon Library?! 🦖

We've had some very unusual visitors stopping by lately! It seems we're uncovering a few prehistoric surprises during our Unearth History Summer Reading Challenge.

Come visit us and see what we're unearthing at the Mt. Vernon Library—you never know what you might discover! 🦴📚✨

🎉 A big thank you to storyteller Sue Godsey for helping us kick off our 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, Unearth History! ...
06/03/2026

🎉 A big thank you to storyteller Sue Godsey for helping us kick off our 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, Unearth History! 🏺📚

Her presentation of The Shipwrecked Sailor took families on an unforgettable journey to Ancient Egypt filled with adventure, mystery, and imagination. Thank you, Sue, for making our Summer Reading Kickoff such a special event and helping us start the season with a wonderful story! ⚓🐍✨

06/03/2026

🎣🌊 Tomorrow's the Day! 🌊🎣

Get ready for Fishing Fun & Stream Discovery with Lyle Whittaker of the Missouri Department of Conservation!

Join us tomorrow for a fun and educational adventure as we discover the fish, insects, and other creatures that live in Missouri streams. This hands-on program is perfect for curious kids, families, teens, and adults.

🎁 Plus, enter our prize drawings for a chance to win:
🐟 Ages 0–5: Small Magnetic Fishing Game
🎣 Ages 6–12: Rods & Tackle Boxes
🎣 Teen–Adult: Rods & Tackle Boxes

📍 Spirit 76 Park
📅 Tomorrow
⏰ 2:30 PM

Bring your sense of adventure and come explore the wonders hiding beneath the water's surface. We hope to see you there! 🐟🌿💦

06/02/2026

🎣 Fishing Fun & Stream Discovery! 🌊

Join us for an exciting afternoon with Lyle Whittaker of the Missouri Department of Conservation as we explore the fascinating world of streams, fish, and aquatic wildlife!

Learn about the creatures that call Missouri's waterways home, discover what makes a healthy stream, and enjoy hands-on fun for all ages.

🎁 Prize Drawings!

Ages 0–5: Small Magnetic Fishing Game
Ages 6–12: Rods & Tackle Boxes
Teen–Adult: Rods & Tackle Boxes

Be sure to enter the drawing for a chance to win!

📍 Spirit 76 Park
🗓️ June 4, 2026
⏰ 2:30 PM

This free program is perfect for families, kids, teens, and adults who love nature, fishing, and learning something new. We hope to see you there! 🎣🐟🌿

Address

206 W Water Street
Mount Vernon, MO
65712

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 7pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

(417) 466-2921

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