Henry County Library

Don't forget about the Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale!

What a great postcard of Windsor Main Street. Do you recognize any of these buildings?

Missouri has some wonderful artists. This Bicentennial Celebration is in Columbia, MO at the new Center for Missouri Studies.

Don't forget to join Miss Sheila for Virtual Story Time on our FB group. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00am (central time for all our friends in other parts of the world!)

Check this new addition out! Lego wall coming soon to Lenora Blackmore Branch!

A Virtual Art Contest for Pre-K- 12th grade students. Deadline is April 30, 2021. Prize to the first 500 submissions. Read on for more details.

The Henry County Library is looking for and energetic and efficient individuals to fill the following position. Part-time Janitor Clinton & Windsor facilities 20 hours per week (transportation to Windsor will be provided)... Tuesday Friday 8:00 am to 1:00 pm $10.35 an hour Candidates must be able to pass a background check and have a valid driver’s license This position includes the following responsibilities: Cleaning all areas of the library in both the Clinton and Windsor buildings Emptying trash and recycling bins Hauling away recycling Cleaning of the company vehicle Sweeping, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, sanitizing, disinfecting, etc. Must be able to lift 50 pounds Unpack boxes Move and climb a ladder Keep items in janitor’s closet and mop room neat and organized Know how to operate a 2-wheel dolly Assist the Friends of the Library Group with the semi-annual book sales Push a book cart Bend to reach low shelves and use step stool to reach high shelves Multitask Replace lightbulbs All other duties as assigned by the director or assistant director Interested individuals must complete an employment application. Applications may be emailed to [email protected] Applications may also be returned by mail at the address listed above or in person at either Henry County Library location. This position closes April 26, 2021 The Henry County Library adheres to all federal, state and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity.

The Henry County Library has 2 part-time clerk positions available. One in Clinton and one in Windsor. For more information please call 660-885-2612. You may come by and pick up an application at either building or submit your resume on Indeed at https://www.indeedjobs.com/henry-county-library-6f//en_US

Henry County Library's Live Story Time Begins in One Hour!

Henry County Library will be closed today, January 1, 2021 to celebrate the New Year. We hope that this is a great year for all of our patrons and friends. We will be open tomorrow, Saturday, January 2. In Clinton the hours are 8am-5pm and in Windsor the hours are 8am to noon.

Have you ever wanted to work in the library? We are now hiring for part time clerks in Clinton and Windsor. Come get an application or follow the link: www.indeed.com/jobs

What book has stayed with you? Do you have one that haunts you? One that you have read more than twice? One that you loved or hated?

Henry County Library Storytime Hours

Have you ever been to this Kansas City library? We are glad to have this great scene so close to us!

What will your 2021 book look like? Do you have anything planned? Let's all have a fabulous 2021 so that our next 365 page book is a good one. Remember the Henry County Library will be closed for New Year's Day. ... We will be open on Saturday, January 2, 2021 in Clinton from 8am-5pm and in Windsor from 8am-noon. Happy New Year from the HCL staff.

https://bensguide.gpo.gov/ Check out this great site to learn more about how the government works from the election process to how laws are made. There are 3 different Learning Adventures for different age groups.

Miss Sheila is going live at 10:00 AM, today for Virtual Story Time. You can join in the fun by requesting to be a member of the Henry County Library Jr. Storytime Group!

Big Library Reads-- Everyone in the country can read this book right now through November 23rd. Visit our digital collection/Libby to borrow the featured title ‘Reverie’ by Ryan La Sala with no waitlists or holds. "This outstanding debut novel will light readers' imaginations on fire...Imaginative, bold, and full of queer representation, this is a must-purchase for YA collections."School Library Journal Join the discussion: https://biglibraryread.com/join-the-discussion/... https://molib2go.overdrive.com/ Sign in using your library card. Your password or PIN is your library card number. If you can't find it after you have signed in, Look in "always available".

The first of our Disney book drop-offs!

We've moved a few things around in Clinton at the Henry County Library. The Children's DVD's are now in the children's area near Miss Sheila's desk There is a huge pink sign that you can see from the circulation desk if you need more directions. Come check out some DVD's to watch on those cold January and February days.

The Henry County Library is now hiring a part-time clerk for the Clinton Facility. 28 hours/ week. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from 11am-4pm, and Saturday from 8am-5pm. MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK. Pick up an application at the library, or apply on indeed using this link: https://www.indeed.com/jobs

This Week's Dial-A-Story from the Henry County Library!

Get ready to explore the world again (when we can)! Call 660-885-2612 to make an appointment to start your passport process. It takes 10-12 weeks to receive a passport at this time.

Anyone interested in Genealogy.... This has been a lot of fun the past 2 years. I know it won't be the same, but I am excited to go to the MOCK-IN! Join me?? ---Jody, Reference/ Genealogy Dept of Henry County Library

Thursday Storytime

6th day of Christmas

Coming to you live from the Henry County Library! How well do you know Christmas Songs?

PLEASE NOTE: We will still be open. The intersection in front of the library (2nd and Green) will be closed tomorrow 11/5 for most of the day. From the City of Clinton... (November 4)... Intersection of Second Street and Green Street to be closed Nov. 5 The intersection of Second Street and Green Street will close on Thursday morning, November 5, to allow the Clinton Street Dept. to turn off and cover the traffic signals, in preparation for a change in traffic flow through the intersection. Second Street, northbound and southbound, will become a thru-street, with no stopping at Green Street. Green Street, eastbound and westbound, will have stop signs installed. Traffic on Green Street will be required to stop at Second Street, then proceed when the traffic on Second Street has cleared. This change was approved by the Clinton City Council, upon the recommendation of the Fire Dept., Police Dept. and Street Dept., to improve safety and response time for all emergency vehicles traveling north and south through the Second Street and Green Street intersection. The intersection will re-open later in the day, on Nov. 5.

ARE YOU READY?? Name that Tune with Miss Sheila will be LIVE in 10 Minutes!

Get out and vote.

The only important thing in a book is the meaning that it has for you. W. Somerset Maugham

Make sure you get out to vote today!Make sure you get out to vote today!

The library will be open on Veterans' Day, Wednesday, November 11th from 8am to 5pm

The library will be closed on November 12th and 13th (Thursday and Friday) for work days. We will be working in the Children's Area.