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Jan 15, 20221 min read
Library Closed Due To Winter Weather:
All Branches of the Barry-Lawrence Regional Library will be closed today. today Wednesday, 2/2/2022 Check back here for updates regarding...
BLRLibrary
Jan 1, 20221 min read
NEW! WINTER READING PROGRAM Jan. 15 - Mar. 15
Sign up NOW for this reading challenge! You are invited to "test drive" the Library's new Beanstack platform that will be used for tons...
BLRLibrary
Dec 9, 20211 min read
New Monett Library Gets Support From Local Bank
Freedom Bank of Southern Missouri presented the Library with a check for $5,500 for the New Monett Library. In attendance were Darrin...
BLRLibrary
Dec 7, 20211 min read
VetNow: A GREAT LIBRARY RESOURCE FOR VETERANS!
The BLRL now has a wonderful new FREE resource for local veterans; VetNow links you with online resources and real-live people who are...
BLRLibrary
Nov 18, 20211 min read
We Are Updating Our Phone System
Our patrons will be able to communicate with the friendly BLRL Librarians better than ever. We are modernizing our antiquated phones this...
BLRLibrary
Nov 11, 20211 min read
Secretary of State Ashcroft Visits the BLRL
Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft visited two branch locations this Thursday. He was joined by State Representative Mitch Boggs in Mt...
BLRLibrary
Sep 3, 20211 min read
New Library Service, Freegal Music
Freegal® Music is a free music service from the BLRL. All you need is your library card number and some libraries utilize a PIN. Freegal...
BLRLibrary
Aug 31, 20211 min read
Attention! Extended Hours Across The Library District!
Last spring we promised to extend the hours our branches are open across the library district, then lock-downs delayed our plans. BUT,...
BLRLibrary
Aug 23, 20211 min read
ALL BLRL BRANCH LOCATIONS CLOSED TUES. AUG. 24
THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED TUESDAY, AUG 24TH FOR LIBRARY STAFF TRAINING DAY
BLRLibrary
Aug 23, 20211 min read
GROUNDBREAKING FOR NEW MONETT LIBRARY
TOMORROW! 9 a.m. on Tuesday, August 24th At 2200 Park Street You are invited to the groundbreaking ceremony for the New Monett Library....
BLRLibrary
Aug 9, 20211 min read
AUG. OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHTS!
These are family-friendly events that are free of charge and open to everyone. BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIRS, PICNIC BLANKETS, SNACKS & DRINKS...
BLRLibrary
Aug 1, 20211 min read
BLRL Patrons Now Can Stream Films Using Kanopy!
BLRL patrons can start using Kanopy on Aug. 1st. What is Kanopy? Kanopy is a video streaming service that provides instant access to...
BLRLibrary
Jul 29, 20211 min read
MT. VERNON LIBRARY OPENING
Yes, we're back! After extensive repairs and restoration due to flooding this spring, the Mt. Vernon Branch is opening on Monday, Aug....
BLRLibrary
Jul 21, 20211 min read
We Just Added 30 New Computers For Our Patrons.
We just installed 30 new computers and 30 new monitors for Library patrons' use. We already have them installed ready for you across the...
BLRLibrary
Jun 29, 20211 min read
OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHTS UPDATE!
These are family-friendly events that are free of charge and open to everyone. BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIRS, PICNIC BLANKETS, SNACKS & DRINKS...
BLRLibrary
May 24, 20212 min read
New Pandemic Guidelines at the Library
Pandemic Guidelines—Revision, May 20, 2021 Staff and patrons who are vaccinated are no longer required to wear a mask. All unvaccinated...
BLRLibrary
Apr 5, 20211 min read
OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHTS ARE BACK THIS SUMMER!
These are family-friendly events that are free of charge and open to everyone. BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIRS, PICNIC BLANKETS, SNACKS & DRINKS...
BLRLibrary
Feb 24, 20211 min read
Serious Theft At The Monett Library
"The library belongs to everyone in our community, so this criminal really has robbed from all of us." Says Gina Milburn Library...
BLRLibrary
Jan 14, 20211 min read
The Library is expanding and upgrading computers for our patrons.
Patron-use computers are one of the most important services we provide through our nine Library branch locations. Whether it's kids doing...
BLRLibrary
Jan 4, 20211 min read
All Library Branches Are Open!
All branch locations of the BLRL are now open on regular schedules. We hope you have a happy holiday and we are happy to welcome you...
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