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This event is in the "Adults" group
Image of John Spalding being pinned with the DSC medal by Eisenhower

John M. Spalding, Owensboro's D-Day Hero

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Programming Area at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
History, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Few people in Owensboro know the story of this local sports writer turned D-Day hero.

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Programming Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Presentation
Event Details:

Few people in Owensboro know the story of this local sports writer turned D-Day hero.

This event is in the "Adults" group
A book cover of a man standing in front of a city

Tactical Fiction Book Club

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 7:00am - 8:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Gear up for action-packed discussions in our Tactical Fiction Book Club, where high-stakes missions, military strategy, and edge-of-your-seat suspense take center stage.

Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Gear up for action-packed discussions in our Tactical Fiction Book Club, where high-stakes missions, military strategy, and edge-of-your-seat suspense take center stage.

Disclaimer(s)

18+

This program is for adults age 18+.  Anyone under the age of 18 will not be permitted to attend.

Explicit Content

Materials used may contain violence, gore, and explicit content.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
parent reading to a child

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Programming Room at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Baby/Toddler Storytime:

Our youngest guests (ages 0-2) and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and movement to help them prepare for a life of learning.  Stay to play and soci...

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Our youngest guests (ages 0-2) and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and movement to help them prepare for a life of learning.  Stay to play and socialize with a craft or other activity.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
children reading together

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Programming Room at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime:

Young learners (ages 3-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and movement to help them prepare for school.  Stay to play and socialize with a craf...

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Young learners (ages 3-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and movement to help them prepare for school.  Stay to play and socialize with a craft or other activity.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Colorful Birdfeeders on Branch

Decorate-A-Bird Feeder Drop-in

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Babies and Toddlers, Children, Tweens

Children are invited to stop by the Children’s Area and decorate their own wooden bird feeder using markers. Once finished, participants can take their feeder home to hang outside and enjoy watching birds visit.  

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Preschoolers, Babies and Toddlers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Children are invited to stop by the Children’s Area and decorate their own wooden bird feeder using markers. Once finished, participants can take their feeder home to hang outside and enjoy watching birds visit.  

This event is in the "Adults" group
tubes of mini puzzles

Mini Puzzle Competition for Adults

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults

Get ready for a fast-paced twist on a classic challenge! Join us for a Mini Puzzle Competition where speed, focus, and a sharp eye for detail will be put to the test.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Location: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a fast-paced twist on a classic challenge! Join us for a Mini Puzzle Competition where speed, focus, and a sharp eye for detail will be put to the test.

Disclaimer(s)

18+

This program is for adults age 18+.  Anyone under the age of 18 will not be permitted to attend.

Memorial Day - Closed

All Day 5/24 - 5/25
Daviess County Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Daviess County Public Library
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
Mini Thinkers

Mini Thinkers

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Programming Room at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Mini Thinkers:

Join us for hands on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) activities for preschoolers. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: STEM, Technology

Mini Thinkers

Join us for hands on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) activities for preschoolers. Recommended for ages 3-5.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Chalk on Sidewalk

Chalk the Block for Summer Reading

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Reading Garden at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Families are invited to join us for Chalk the Block, where you can decorate the walkways around the library with colorful drawings, messages, and reading-themed art to celebrate the start of our Summer Reading Challenge.

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Reading Garden
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Families are invited to join us for Chalk the Block, where you can decorate the walkways around the library with colorful drawings, messages, and reading-themed art to celebrate the start of our Summer Reading Challenge.

This event is in the "Teens" group
Teacup

Fandom Tea Party (Teens)

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Public Lounge at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Pop Culture
Age Group:
Teens

Celebrate your favorite characters with our fandom tea party! Cosplay is welcome. For ages 13-18.

 

 

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Public Lounge
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Pop Culture
Event Details:

Celebrate your favorite characters with our fandom tea party! Cosplay is welcome. For ages 13-18.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

Persons with food allergies are responsible for monitoring refreshments served at the library. Responsibility for monitoring minors rests with the parent/guardian/custodial caregiver. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
a galaxy of stories

A Galaxy of Stories: 2026 Summer Reading Program

All Day 5/27 - 7/31
Daviess County Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Read A Galaxy of Stories with us this summer! The reading program runs May 27 to July 31 and is open to all ages.

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Read A Galaxy of Stories with us this summer! The reading program runs May 27 to July 31 and is open to all ages.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
a galaxy of stories

A Galaxy of Stories: 2026 Summer Reading Kickoff Party

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a Galaxy of Stories Summer Reading Kickoff for all ages! Featuring balloon art from Daniel the Balloon Guy, this event has fun for the whole family.

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Join us for a Galaxy of Stories Summer Reading Kickoff for all ages! Featuring balloon art from Daniel the Balloon Guy, this event has fun for the whole family.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
parent reading to a child

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Children's Programming Room at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Baby/Toddler Storytime:

Our youngest guests (ages 0-2) and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and movement to help them prepare for a life of learning.  Stay to play and soci...

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Our youngest guests (ages 0-2) and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and movement to help them prepare for a life of learning.  Stay to play and socialize with a craft or other activity.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
children reading together

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Programming Room at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers
Preschool Storytime:

Young learners (ages 3-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and movement to help them prepare for school.  Stay to play and socialize with a craf...

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Young learners (ages 3-5) and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and movement to help them prepare for school.  Stay to play and socialize with a craft or other activity.

This event is in the "Teens" group
Cover of the book 'Six of Crows'

Teen Book Club: Six of Crows

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Public Lounge at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens

Want to participate in our teen book club? It's easy! Here's how:

Full
Registration Required
Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Public Lounge
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to participate in our teen book club? It's easy! Here's how:

This event is in the "Adults" group
The black gate to a manor house

Check Out a New Genre Adult Book Club

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Public Lounge at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Check Out a New Genre is a fun, adventurous book club for readers who love to explore beyond their usual favorites.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Public Lounge
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Check Out a New Genre is a fun, adventurous book club for readers who love to explore beyond their usual favorites.

Disclaimer(s)

18+

This program is for adults age 18+.  Anyone under the age of 18 will not be permitted to attend.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Pokémon Trainers Club 5-6pm

Pokémon Trainers Club

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Pop Culture
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

For ages 6-12: Join us for our monthly meeting, trainers.  Our lesson this month will be on Tentacool, and the activity will be a trivia quiz to prepare you for the trivia tournament in June.  Bring your cards for tradin

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games, Pop Culture
Event Details:

For ages 6-12: Join us for our monthly meeting, trainers.  Our lesson this month will be on Tentacool, and the activity will be a trivia quiz to prepare you for the trivia tournament in June.  Bring your cards for tradin

This event is in the "Adults" group
Painted serving Tray

DIY Serving Trays: Craft Class for Adults

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Programming Area at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Get creative and paint your own serving tray. Perfect for gifts or adding a personal touch to your home!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Programming Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get creative and paint your own serving tray. Perfect for gifts or adding a personal touch to your home!

Disclaimer(s)

18+

This program is for adults age 18+.  Anyone under the age of 18 will not be permitted to attend.

This event is in the "Teens" group
A giant book with a golden doorway set in it and a sign reading 'World'

May LibCrates

All Day
Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Take Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens

When you sign up for the May LibCrate, we will hand-select a young adult book for you based on your preferences. Then, you can come pick up that book along with a few goodies from the library. The best part? The book is yours to keep!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Location: Daviess County Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Take Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Details:

When you sign up for the May LibCrate, we will hand-select a young adult book for you based on your preferences. Then, you can come pick up that book along with a few goodies from the library. The best part? The book is yours to keep!

Disclaimer(s)

LibCrate

Young adult books may contain controversial themes, mature content, and/or profanity. The Daviess County Public Library is not responsible for the content of these books. It is the responsibility of the teen and their parents or legal guardians to determine what is or is not appropriate reading material for a particular teen. If you have questions, please contact teen librarian Sarah at sjacobs@dcplibrary.org.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Baby Bundles

All Day 6/1 - 6/5
Children's Area at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Take Home Kit
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers

Baby Bundles will be available for children ages 0-36 months as supplies last.  The bags will be limited to 2 per person, unless all eligible children are present. Children will receive an easy board book. The best part?

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Take Home Kit
Event Details:

Baby Bundles will be available for children ages 0-36 months as supplies last.  The bags will be limited to 2 per person, unless all eligible children are present. Children will receive an easy board book. The best part?

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
hot air balloons

Hot Air Balloon Take-Home Craft

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Children's Desk at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take Home Kit
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Children can pick up a take-home kit to celebrate Hot Air Balloon Day (June 5th) and create their own hot air balloon! 

Available while supplies last—limit one per child (or two per adult picking up for children).

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: Children's Desk
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take Home Kit
Event Details:

Children can pick up a take-home kit to celebrate Hot Air Balloon Day (June 5th) and create their own hot air balloon! 

Available while supplies last—limit one per child (or two per adult picking up for children).

This event is in the "Adults" group
Cursive words that say relax and unwind

Relax & Unwind with Galaxy Rubber Duck-erating

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
2nd Floor at Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take Home Kit
Age Group:
Adults

Stop by the library to grab a rubber duck.  You will then take your rubber duck on a journey through space by decorating it with whatever supplies you have.

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take Home Kit
Event Details:

Stop by the library to grab a rubber duck.  You will then take your rubber duck on a journey through space by decorating it with whatever supplies you have.

Disclaimer(s)

18+

This program is for adults age 18+.  Anyone under the age of 18 will not be permitted to attend.

This event is in the "Teens" group
Rubber duck floating in space

Teen Take-Home Kit: Rubber Duck-orating

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take Home Kit
Age Group:
Teens

Take a rubber duck on a journey through outer space!

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take Home Kit
Event Details:

Take a rubber duck on a journey through outer space!

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Astronaut on rocket

Help Color Our Galaxy of Stories!

All Day 6/1 - 7/31
Daviess County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Children, Tweens

Our readers are out of this world! Celebrate Summer Reading by decorating a spaceship or UFO to be added to our galaxy display in the Children’s Area.

Location: Daviess County Public Library
Age Group: Preschoolers, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Our readers are out of this world! Celebrate Summer Reading by decorating a spaceship or UFO to be added to our galaxy display in the Children’s Area.