Not only does Perry Memorial Library’s Youth Services Librarian Melody Peters keep track of all the programs that go on inside the library, she’s got to keep an eye on the weather, too.
And because weekend weather forecasts point to “winter weather,” Peters said she’s decided to reschedule the Teddy Bear Sleepover.
But don’t fret – the loveys and favorite stuffed animals will be invited in February to have their sleepover fun among the books, Peters said on Tuesday’s segment of The Local Skinny!
Just add that to the growing list of programs and events happening at the library as the calendar turns from January to February.
“We’re getting ready to get rolling,” Peters said. “Things will really get busy and I love it – there’s a lot to celebrate!”
All that wintry weather predicted for the weekend likely will be a distant memory by the time Tuesday, Jan. 27 rolls around. That’s when ‘Teen Time’ launches. Young people in grades 6-12 are invited to the weekly gathering from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Maker Space to take part in different activities.
“This is a program that will happen every Tuesday through the end of April,” Peters said.
The program kicks off with make your own pizzas and a t-shirt bag, she said. And while there probably won’t be pizza every week, plan on having some sort of snack while enjoying the activities, Peters added. Participants are asked to bring a t-shirt from home, but there will be extras on hand at the library, just in case.
“Each week will be something different,” she said, giving kids a chance to come to the library to hang out and do crafts together.
The first ‘Community Read-In’ of 2026 will take place at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28 and the library welcomes back members of the Henderson Fire Department who will create the ever-popular s’mores treats for participants. Explore the fire truck, read a book with a firefighter and then enjoy a deliciously gooey treat, compliments of the fire department and sponsor Fred’s Towing and Recovery.
The library hosts the Anime Club on the last Thursday of each month, beginning at 3:30 p.m. It’s a time when kids in middle and high school can gather to watch an anime and then do a craft activity. Book your spot by calling the library or emailing Peters at mpeters@perrylibrary.com.
Kids of all ages can take part in a Wizard of Oz scavenger hunt at the library as a lead-in to performances on Saturday, Jan. 31 of “Wizard of Oz on Ice” at McGregor Hall.
“It’s just a little something fun, something different,” Peters explained. “We’re happy to highlight and support McGregor Hall. We’re very lucky to have them in our community – they do amazing things.” Get tickets at https://www.mcgregorhall.org/. Visit or call the box office, 201 Breckenridge St., at 252.598.0662.
Find all the details about the scavenger hunt at the Youth Services desk in the library. Visit https://www.perrylibrary.org/ to learn about all the programs and services offered.
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