Upcoming Events
Winter Reading Program for Adults - Both Branches
Winter Reading Program for Adults - Both Branches
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.
Wondrous World by Kay (Swyers) Murphy @ the Osage Branch
Wondrous World by Kay (Swyers) Murphy @ the Osage Branch
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:
Senior Connections @ the Barefoot Event Center
Senior Connections @ the Barefoot Event Center
Senior Connections is meeting at the Barefoot Event Center in Linn. Aging Best is bringing its Mobile Senior Center to share with our residents!
Social Bridge Club
Join us for some fun and friendly Bridge gameplay every Thursday! All skill levels and new players welcome.
Bookmobile Community Stop @ Wardsville
Bookmobile Community Stop @ Wardsville
The library's Bookmobile will be parked outside Blair Oaks Elementary School on the second Thursday of each month, from 4-6 p.m.
Visit us for a variety of books, CDs and DVDs.
kids night: Secret codes
For grades 1-5. Secret messages on rubber bands? Put your spy skills to the test by creating and deciphering secret codes made with a variety of materials.
Dungeons & Dragons
Are you an adventurer at heart? Play Dungeons & Dragons with us! The excitement is real and the escapades are never-ending! You might stomp your way through an army of orcs, or go on a noble quest to rescue a whole town. You decide!
Sensory Play Day (3 and under)
Drop in and enjoy an open learning and play time featuring a variety of sensory and activity stations.
Digital Library
Main Library
The main branch of Missouri River Regional Library is located at 214 Adams Street in Jefferson City, MO.
Contact
(573) 634-2464
Main Library Hours
- Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Main Library Notary Public
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Please call ahead to confirm availability.
Main Library Form Assistance
- Tuesdays 12:00-2:45 PM
- Wednesdays 9:00-11:45 AM, Except the third Wednesday of the month
Please call (573) 634-2464 to confirm availability or set up an appointment.
Unfortunately, we are not able to help you with all forms (for example, we cannot help you with your tax forms), so please call to check before you arrive.
Osage County Library
The Osage County Library is located east of downtown Linn at 22 Library Lane, Linn, MO.
Contact
(573) 897-2951
Osage County Library Hours
- Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Closed on Sunday
Book Drop Locations
Drop Box Locations: Need to return books after library hours? We have many convenient drop box locations. Please do not return cassettes, books on tape, compact disks and videos in the drop boxes as these materials can be easily damaged by falling books.
| Jefferson City | Cole County | Osage County |
|---|---|---|
| Main Library (Drive-up) – 214 Adams Street Separate Book & Audio/Video Drop Boxes | Eugene – Cole R-5 High School | Freeburg – Freeburg Home Center |
| Main Library Entrance – Left of Front Doors | Russellville – Community Bank of Russellville | Linn – Osage County Library |
| Capital Mall – Inside, on same side as Post Office | St. Thomas – B&K Grocery Store | Loose Creek – Bescheinen Family Furniture |
| Jefferson Plaza – 1410 Missouri Blvd | Taos – St. Francis Xavier School | Meta – Meta Mini Mart |
| Samaritan Center – East McCarty Street | Rich Fountain – Eisterhold Country Store | |
| Gerbes East – 2101 Schotthill Woods Drive | Westphalia – Joe’s Market | |
| Schulte's IGA – 1904 Southwest Boulevard | Linn - Thriftway | |