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Winter Reading Program for Adults - Both Branches

All Day 1/1–2/28
Adults, New Adults
Book Clubs, Osage County Events, Virtual Program
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: MRRL Main Floor
Age Group: Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Osage County Events, Virtual Program
Description:

Missouri River Regional Library's winter reading program is here! Adults can read four books in any format (print, audio, digital) at both branches, and enter your titles online or on our form from January 1 - February 28, 2026.

Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Description:

John Fennell has been a painter for 40 years and works out of Orr Street Studios in Columbia.

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Wondrous World by Kay (Swyers) Murphy @ the Osage Branch

All Day 1/7–3/28
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Osage County Events, Special Events
Library Branch: Osage County Library
Room: Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Program Type: Osage County Events, Special Events
Description:

Come enjoy Kay (Swyers) Murphy's Wondrous World art show in the Woodland Art Gallery at the Osage County Library from January 7 through March 28, 2026.

A note from Kay:

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Craft Supply Swap Collection Week

All Day 1/12–1/16
Adults, Teens
Crafts
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: MRRL Main Floor
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Description:

There will be a bin on the main floor to place your donations in. 

Reference Committee

9:00am–10:00am
Library Meetings
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: Mark Twain Room
Program Type: Library Meetings
Description:

Monthly meeting

This event is in the "Kids" group

KidSight Free Vision Screening for Children

10:00am–11:00am
Kids
Special Events
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery West
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Events
Description:

Representatives from KidSight will be here to offer quick, free vision screening for children six and under.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Family Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Kids, Family
Crafts, Storytimes
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery East
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Crafts, Storytimes

All ages. Stories, music, crafts, and activities.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Tail Waggin' Tutors

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids
Educational/Instructional
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: 2nd Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Educational/Instructional
Description:

Bring your favorite book to read to a trained therapy dog (TDI-Therapy Dogs International). Raina and River will be in the Children's department on January 14th and 28th, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. They can't wait to hear your story!

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DSS / MU Extension Resource Day

12:00pm–2:30pm
Everyone, Adults, Family, New Adults
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: MRRL Main Floor
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Family, New Adults
Description:

Representatives from the Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS) and MU Extension will in the main floor of the library each month to put you in touch with a wide range of resources, including:

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: Truman Room
This event is in the "Adults" group
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Wednesday Evening Yoga

5:15pm–6:00pm
Adults, Teens, New Adults
Educational/Instructional
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Teens, New Adults
Program Type: Educational/Instructional
Description:

Rejuvenate your mind and body. All shapes, sizes and abilities are welcome. Bring a mat (or towel) to class if you have one, but these are not required. Drop-ins welcome. No charge – library program.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Evening Family Storytime

6:00pm–6:30pm
Kids, Family
Storytimes
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: 2nd Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Storytimes
Description:

For families with young children. No reservations needed. Stories and music.

4-H Council Meeting

6:00pm–8:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Osage County Library
Room: Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery
Event Description

Meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group

LU-MRRL Lecture Series: Salad and Safety: What WE Need to Know About Fresh Produce

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Educational/Instructional, Lectures
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational/Instructional, Lectures
Description:

Fresh produce remains a vital part of a healthy diet, yet contamination can occur at many points from farm to table, making fruits and vegetables a leading source of foodborne illness in the U.S.

Interviews

9:00am–11:00am
Library Meetings
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: Truman Room
Program Type: Library Meetings
This event is in the "Everyone" group
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iPhone Basics

10:00am–11:15am
Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional
Registration Required
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: Mark Twain Room
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Computer Classes, Educational/Instructional
Registration Required
Description:

If you have an iPhone but are having trouble understanding it, check out this class! We'll go over navigating around your phone to helpful apps to make your phone usage a breeze.

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Social Bridge Club

1:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, New Adults
Gaming/Games
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: Truman Room
Age Group: Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Gaming/Games
Description:

Join us for some fun and friendly Bridge gameplay every Thursday! All skill levels and new players welcome. 

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Genealogy Help Sessions

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, New Adults
Educational/Instructional
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: Mark Twain Room
Age Group: Adults, New Adults
Program Type: Educational/Instructional
Description:

Genealogist Laura Loyborg hosts genealogy help sessions each Thursday. There will be a lesson, Q&A time, handouts, and individually-assisted research help. No registration is required for Thursday classes.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Anime Coloring Night

5:00pm–6:30pm
Teens
Fandom
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fandom
Description:

Hang out with friends and chat while coloring different anime coloring pages!

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Happy Hookers @ the Osage Branch

6:00pm–7:00pm
Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Community Events, Crafts, Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Library Branch: Osage County Library
Room: Osage County Branch Woodland Art Gallery
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Kids, Teens, Family, New Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Crafts, Educational/Instructional, Osage County Events
Description:

Come join the Happy Hookers group at the Osage County Library to explore fiber arts together.  Bring a project to work on or come to learn a new skill.  There will be a few knitting needles and crochet hooks available for new learners to

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: Truman Room
Event Description

This will be the 2026 business meeting of the JCRCC.

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Ukulele Jam Session

6:15pm–7:45pm
Everyone, Adults, Teens, New Adults
Community Events, Educational/Instructional
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: Mark Twain Room
Age Group: Everyone, Adults, Teens, New Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Educational/Instructional
Description:

Spend some time having fun and making music. Regardless of how much experience you have, bring a ukulele and join the group!

We meet twice each month, 6:15-7:45 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays in the Truman Room.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Rhyme Time

9:30am–10:00am
Kids
Storytimes
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: MRRL Art Gallery
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytimes
Description:

A special time for babies and their caregivers featuring music, movement and socialization. For children 2 and under, and their caregivers. No reservations needed.

Choose from three sessions:

9:30-10 a.m.

10:15-10:45 a.m.

Interviews

9:30am–12:30pm
Library Meetings
Library Branch: Missouri River Regional Library
Room: Truman Room
Program Type: Library Meetings