Sit to Get Fit at Quitman Library

Our next Sit to Get Fit class is coming Monday, November 24th, at 10:00 AM to the Quitman Library! Come join us! (Call 601-776-2492 to register).

Storytime at Quitman Public Library

A few pictures from today's storytime at the Quitman Public Library. Mrs. Barb read Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons, and the children enjoyed crafting a handprint turkey card. 🦃 Our next storytime will be held Tuesday, December 2nd!

Christmas Fun at Summerland Manor

Our Bay Springs librarian, Libby Thornton, recently enjoyed reading a Christmas story and building a gumdrop tree with the residents at Summerland Manor. ❤️

Crafts Party Fall-Themed Wreaths

Our patrons really showed up and showed out yesterday at our arts and crafts party at the Quitman Public Library! Just look at these beautiful fall-themed wreaths! 🌻 We greatly appreciate everyone who participated. Another crafts party is coming soon! Check back here often for updates!😊

Community Read Poetry Contest Winners

Stop by the Quitman Public Library and check out our display of winners from the Quitman School District Community Read poetry contest! 🖊️ (Click on the images below to view them in full size). 

Crochet Class at Bay Springs Library

REMINDER: Our crochet group, The Knotheads, meet every Thursday afternoon at 2:00 PM at the Bay Springs Library! We'd love for you to join us! (Call to 601-764-2291 to register!) 🧶

Storytime at Quitman Public Library

Come join us tomorrow morning at 9:00 AM for storytime at the Quitman Public Library! Mrs. Barb will be reading to the children, and we'll also have a craft and playtime. 🎨 (Space is limited! Please call 601-776-2492 to register).

REMINDER - Food for Fines 2025

REMINDER: Our Food for Fines promotion will continue through December 22nd! Every nonperishable food item donated counts as $1 off existing overdue fines, but you don't have to owe fines to donate. Every little bit helps those in need in Jasper county and Clarke county. (PLEASE NOTE: Fines for lost and/or damaged items are not included in this promotion). Contact any of our six branch locations for more information.🥫

Arts & Crafts Party at Quitman Library

Join us Monday, November 17th, at 10:00 AM for our arts and crafts party at the Quitman Public Library! Call 601-776-2492 to register! 🎨

Happy Veterans Day!

Happy Veterans Day! Thank you for your service! 

Thank you to our Friends of EMRL!

We would like to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to our Friends of EMRL group for the beautiful new bench at the Pachuta Public Library! ❤️

Veterans Day Closure

All branches of the East Mississippi Regional Library System will be closed Tuesday, November 11th, in observance of Veterans Day. Normal business hours will resume Wednesday, November 12th. Libby and our other digital resources can be accessed 24/7 on our website at emrl.lib.ms.us. 

What We're Reading - November 2025

Time for another What We're Reading Wednesday! Here's a look at what some of our EMRLS staff members are currently enjoying. What's on your reading list? We'd love to know! 🤎 Find your next great read by searching our online catalog at https://emrl.biblionix.com/catalog. If you have questions, you can always reach out to us by calling any one of our six branch locations in Bay Springs, Enterprise, Heidelberg, Pachuta, Quitman, and Stonewall. 

Pachuta Library Newsletter - November 2025

We hope you enjoy the Pachuta Public Library November 2025 Newsletter. Please call librarian Stephanie Sullivan at 601-776-7209 if you have any questions. (Click on the images below to view them in full size). 🤎🦃🤎

Gingerbread House Contest at Quitman Library

Get ready! The Quitman Public Library is hosting a gingerbread house competition! We hope you'll join in the fun! 😊 (For more information, call librarians Roxanne and Barb at 601-776-2492).

Salvation Army Angel Tree at Bay Springs Library

Bay Springs Library has just received their Salvation Army Angel Tree Angels! Please come by and create a wonderful Christmas for a very special child. ❤️

Busy Bee's Storytime Cancelled

 

Crochet Class at Bay Springs Municipal Library

Another fun crochet class is coming to the Bay Springs Municipal Library! Join our group, aka The Knotheads, this Thursday at 2:00 PM! 🙂 (Space is limited. Call 601-764-2291 to register).🧶

REMINDER - Food for Fines Promotion

🚨 DON'T FORGET! 🚨 Our Food for Fines promotion starts today and will continue through December 22nd! Every non-perishable food item donated counts as $1 off existing overdue fines, but you don't have to owe fines to donate. Every little bit helps those in need in Jasper county and Clarke county. (PLEASE NOTE: Fines for lost and/or damaged items are not included in this promotion). Contact any of our six branch locations for more information.

Storytime at Quitman Public Library

Join us tomorrow morning at 9:00 AM at the Quitman Public Library for storytime! Mrs. Barb will be reading to the children and there will also be a craft and playtime. We hope to see you there! (PLEASE NOTE: Space is limited! Call 601-776-2492 to register!)

Happy Halloween!

 

Happy Halloween from the Quitman Library!

Charlie Brown, the Great Pumpkin, and Linus (aka EMRL Director Matt Gully and Quitman librarians Barb and Roxanne) would like to wish you all a happy and safe Halloween! 🎃

Crochet Class at Quitman Public Library

Our next crochet class will be held Monday, November 3rd, at 10:00 AM at the Quitman Library! Come join us! (NOTE: SPACE IS LIMITED! PLEASE CALL 601-776-2492 TO REGISTER!) 🧶

Free Halloween Goody Bags at Pachuta Library

Free Halloween goody bags are available at the Pachuta Public Library...but only while supplies last! Don't miss out! 🎃 (NOTE: Bags do not contain candy and other edible items. For more information, call librarian Stephanie at 601-776-7209).

Halloween Craft Kits at Pachuta Public Library

There are still several Halloween take-and-make craft kits available at the Pachuta Public Library! 🎃 Stop by and grab one while supplies last! 👻

Free Halloween Goody Bags at Quitman Library

Quitman librarians Barb and Roxanne will be giving out Halloween goody bags this week! Only while supplies last! (These will go quickly so don't miss out!) 🎃 NOTE: Bags do not contain candy and other edible items. If you need more information, call 601-776-2492.

Food for Fines 2025

🥫It's almost that time again!🥫Starting November 3rd and lasting through December 22nd, the East MS Regional Library System is hosting our annual Food for Fines promotion to help our patrons and our local communities. Every nonperishable food item donated will count as $1 off existing overdue fines, but you don't have to owe fines in order to donate. Every little bit helps those in need in Jasper county and Clarke county. (PLEASE NOTE: Fines for lost and/or damaged items are not included in this promotion). Contact any of our six branch locations for more information.

Sit to Get Fit at Quitman Public Library

Our next Sit to Get Fit class is coming Monday, October 27th, at 10:00 AM to the Quitman Library! Come join us! (Call 601-776-2492 to register).

Thank you to our Friends of EMRL group!

We would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to our Friends of EMRL group, especially Linda Mercer and Karen Barber, for doing such a wonderful job with the planters at the Quitman Public Library. They are beautiful! 🌺

Quitman School District Community Read

The Quitman Public Library is showing their support for the Quitman School District Community Read, which is taking place this week. Roxanne and Barb are the Great Pumpkin and Linus. Stop by and see them at the library! 🎃 Also, October 27th-30th they will be passing out goodies to the kiddos so make sure you bring your little ones in for a visit and a treat while supplies last! Happy Halloween! 👻

Arts & Crafts Party at Quitman Library

Our patrons were feeling the holiday spirit yesterday during our arts and crafts party at the Quitman Public Library! Check out these beautiful creations! 🎄 Stay tuned for another crafting party coming soon!