Friends of the Coke County Library

06/13/2026

Yes! We are open!
701 Austin St
Saturdays 9am-1pm

06/12/2026

06/12/2026

What a great success!
Thank you Chris & Dianna O’Connor for sharing your knowledge of aviation today at the library.

Didn’t make it today? Mark your calendar, every Friday @ 10:30 will be youth programming.

Follow our page for upcoming programs.

06/11/2026

Fridays are for Youth! Join us tomorrow for a great program!

When: Friday, June 12th @ 10:30 AM
Who: Hosted by Major Chris O'Connor (Air Force Evaluator Pilot) & Dianna O'Connor (former Career Enlisted Aviator and Aircraft Mechanic)
What: With a combination of military and civilian aviation experience, Chris and Dianna are bringing the world of aviation to life! Youth will learn about the science of aerodynamics, design and build their own paper airplanes, and even get the chance to try on a real flight helmet!

06/11/2026

NEW ARRIVALS!

Our shelves are stocking up with new reads!

From cozy board books for toddlers to gripping adult non-fiction, we have new materials for all ages.

Thrills, Mysteries & Romance for Adults:
Dive in with Beasts of the Earth and River, Sing Out by James Wade.

Double up on suspense with Dean Koontz’s Elsewhere and The Forest of Lost Souls.

Pack your bags for a perfect summer beach read with Emily Henry’s People We Meet on Vacation.

Get hooked on the complete, gripping Madison Kate series (Hate, Liar, Fake, and Kate) by Tate James.

New Picks for Kids & Teens:
Graphic Novel Biographies: Check out the Show Me History

The Ultimate Collection: An incredible, massive shelf-run of Diary of a Wimpy Kid books by Jeff Kinney—perfect for binging!

Not pictured but on the shelves and ready is a brand new set of Captain Underpants.

For the Littlest Readers:
New board books and picture books like Big Red Barn by Margaret Wise Brown, Farming Strong, All Year Long, and My Little Book of Big Trucks.

Not Pictured But Ready for Check out: Clive Cussler.

Whether you're looking to dive into a deep non-fiction history, pick up a breezy vacation read, or find the perfect bedtime story for your toddler, we’ve got you covered.

Come on in and find new reads for everyone. We also have audiobooks, DVD’s and free wifi.

We are open Tuesday-Friday 8-12 and Saturdays 9-1.

06/10/2026

More library fun!

Thank you Erin Oleksuik from Coke County SWCD for Storytime today. What a treat to have local organizations investing into the youngest of our community.

Couldn’t make it today? Mark your calendar, Storytime (ages 0-5) is every Wednesday at 10:30.

06/09/2026

When: Wednesday, June 10th @ 10:30 AM

Who: Hosted by Erin Oleksiuk, District

Technician from the Coke County Soil & Water Conservation District

What: We’re celebrating our local heritage! Erin will be reading the book ‘Real Cowboys’. After reading, the kiddos will have a fun, hands-on cowboy hat craft!

06/08/2026

This week at Coke County Library.

Story time:
When: Wednesday, June 10th @ 10:30 AM
Who: Hosted by Erin Oleksiuk, District Technician from the Coke County Soil & Water Conservation District
What: We’re celebrating our local heritage! Erin will be reading the book ‘Real Cowboys’. After reading, the kiddos will have a fun, hands-on cowboy hat craft!

Youth:
When: Friday, June 12th @ 10:30 AM
Who: Hosted by Major Chris O'Connor (Air Force Evaluator Pilot) & Dianna O'Connor (former Career Enlisted Aviator and Aircraft Mechanic)
What: With a combination of military and civilian aviation experience, Chris and Dianna are bringing the world of aviation to life! Youth will learn about the science of aerodynamics, design and build their own paper airplanes, and even get the chance to try on a real flight helmet!

**While activities are tailored to these specific age groups, children of all ages are always welcome to join in on the fun!**

06/06/2026

Reminder:
The library will close at 11:00 today!