Thursday, May 21, 2026

Summer Reading Program at the Bay Springs Library

Looks like something interesting is brewing at the Bay Springs Library for their summer reading program! 🤔 Don’t miss out! Get signed up today!

Bay Springs Library Summer Reading Program

REMINDER: Signups are still ongoing until May 31st at the Bay Springs Municipal Library for the summer reading program, which will take place in June for ages 5-15! Below is a schedule of events. Don't miss out on the fun! Sign up today! 🙂

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Memorial Day Closure

Normal business hours will resume Tuesday, May 26th. ❤️🤍💙

New Releases at the Heidelberg Library!

We have several popular new releases now available at the Heidelberg Library! Stop by for a visit! 

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

REMINDER: Summer Reading Program Signups

🦖 Just a reminder that signups are going on now at the Quitman Public Library, the Bay Springs Municipal Library, and the Heidelberg Public Library for our 2026 Unearth a Story summer reading program! Don't miss out! 🦖 

🟠 Bay Springs Municipal Library: For more information, call librarians Libby and Marie at 601-764-2291.
🟠 Quitman Public Library: For more information, call librarians Barb and Roxanne at 601-776-2492.
🟠 Heidelberg Public Library: For more information, call librarian Stephanie at 601-787-3857.

Monday, May 18, 2026

Storytime at Quitman Public Library!

Join us tomorrow morning at 9:00 AM for storytime, crafting, and playtime with Mrs. Barb at the Quitman Public Library! We can't wait to see you! (PLEASE CALL 601-776-2492 TO REGISTER!) ☺️

Thursday, May 14, 2026

New Craft Kits at Heidelberg Library

Stop by the Heidelberg Public Library and pick up this fun new take-and-make craft kit! Only while supplies last! 🌸 (For more information, call librarian Stephanie at 601-787-3857).

Sit to Get Fit at Quitman Library!

Come join us Monday, May 18th, at the Quitman Public Library as we Sit to Get Fit! Class starts at 10:00 AM! (Please call 601-776-2492 to register).

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

New Releases at the Heidelberg Library

Stop by the Heidelberg Library and check out our new releases! While you’re there, make sure you sign up for the Unearth a Story summer reading program coming in July! (Ages 4-15). For more information, call Stephanie at 601-787-3857.

Monday, May 11, 2026

Arts and Crafts Party at Quitman Library

Thank you so much to everyone who participated in today's arts and crafts party at the Quitman Library! Just look at this stunning artwork! 🎨 Stay tuned for another arts and crafts party coming soon!

REMINDER: Summer Reading Program

🦖 Just a reminder that signups are going on now at the Quitman Public Library, the Bay Springs Municipal Library, and the Heidelberg Public Library for our 2026 Unearth a Story summer reading program! Don't miss out! 🦕 

🟢 Bay Springs Municipal Library: For more information, call librarians Libby and Marie at 601-764-2291. 
🟢 Quitman Public Library: For more information, call librarians Barb and Roxanne at 601-776-2492.
🟢 Heidelberg Public Library: For more information, call librarian Stephanie at 601-787-3857.

Thursday, May 7, 2026

Happy Mother's Day!

Have a happy and blessed Mother's Day weekend! 💐

Arts and Crafts Party at Quitman Library!

Our next arts and crafts party at the Quitman Library is coming Monday, May 11th, at 10:00 AM! Join us! (CALL 601-776-2492 TO REGISTER!) 🎨

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Congratulations!

Congratulations to our Bay Springs librarians, Libby Thornton and Marie McNeil, who are recipients of the REACH award from The Children’s Foundation of Mississippi! 🎉 This prestigious award recognizes organizations and individuals across the state for exceptional dedication to supporting children and families. Libby and Marie were honored last week at the foundation’s 5th Annual Summit at the Clyde Muse Center in Pearl, MS.

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Check it out!

Aren’t these beautiful? 😍 We have such talented and crafty patrons at our crochet class at the Quitman Library. We meet the first Monday of every month at 10:00 AM, and we’d love for you to join us! (Call Roxanne at 601-776-2492 for more information).

Monday, May 4, 2026

Heidelberg Library Newsletter - May 2026

We hope you enjoy the Heidelberg Library May 2026 Newsletter. Please call librarian Stephanie Sullivan at 601-787-3857 if you have any questions. (Click on the images below to view them in full size). ❤️🤍💙



Crochet Class at Bay Springs Library!

Another fun crochet class with the Knotheads is coming this Thursday at 2:00 PM at the Bay Springs Library! Join us! 🧶 (Call 601-764-2291 to register).

Storytime at Quitman Public Library!

Join us tomorrow morning at 9:00 AM for storytime, crafting, and playtime with Mrs. Barb at the Quitman Public Library! We can't wait to see you! (PLEASE CALL 601-776-2492 TO REGISTER!) 🧡

Happy Star Wars Day!

Happy Star Wars Day from your friends at EMRL! You can find a ton of Star Wars books and DVD’s by searching our online catalog at https://emrl.biblionix.com/catalog. May the 4th be with you! ✨



Busy Bee's Storytime at Bay Springs Library!

The Bay Springs Garden Club will host storytime this Thursday at 10:00 AM for the Busy Bees, at the Bay Springs Municipal Library! Come by and join us! 🐝 (Please call 601-764-2291 to register!)



Friday, May 1, 2026

SRP Registration at the Bay Springs Library!

🦖 REGISTRATION FOR THE 2026 SUMMER READING PROGRAM! 🦖️ 

Sign-up's start today for the 2026 Unearth a Story summer reading program at the Bay Springs Municipal Library! Stop by and register! The program will run during the month of June and is open to kids and teens ages 5-15. (For more information, call librarians Libby and Marie at 601-764-2291).

Thursday, April 30, 2026

SRP Registration at Heidelberg Library!

🦖 REGISTRATION FOR THE 2026 SUMMER READING PROGRAM! 🦕

Sign up today for the 2026 Unearth a Story summer reading program at the Heidelberg Public Library! The program will run during the month of July and is open to kids and teens ages 4-15. Stop by and register! (For more information, call librarian Stephanie at 601-787-3857).

Let's Crochet at the Quitman Library!

Our next crochet class will be held Monday, May 4th, at 10:00 AM at the Quitman Library! PLEASE CALL 601-776-2492 TO REGISTER! 🧶

Monday, April 27, 2026

SRP Registration at the Quitman Library!

🦖 REGISTRATION FOR THE 2026 SUMMER READING PROGRAM! 🦕 

Sign-up's are going on now for the 2026 Unearth a Story summer reading program at the Quitman Public Library! Stop by and register! The program will run during the month of June and is open to kids and teens ages 4-15. (For more information, call librarians Barb and Roxanne at 601-776-2492).

Check it out!

Our talented patrons at the Quitman Library are at it again! Just look at their beautiful artwork from our arts and crafts party! 

Friday, April 24, 2026

TIME IS RUNNING OUT!

‼️‼️️ TIME IS RUNNING OUT ‼️‼️️ Return your overdue EMRL items by April 25th to have the late fees waived from your account! Call any of our branch locations for more information. (NOTE: Lost and/or damaged items are not included in this promotion).

Thursday, April 23, 2026

EMRL Job Opening!

NOW HIRING! The position is for LIBRARIAN at the Stonewall Public Library. Twenty hours per week, Monday through Thursday. For a job description or application, visit any EMRL branch or visit emrl.lib.ms.us. Position open until filled. For more information, please call us! You can also click the following link to apply online: https://forms.gle/B1RE3GgUfnqq7Zrf8

Sit to Get Fit at Quitman Library

Come join us Monday, April 27th, at the Quitman Public Library as we Sit to Get Fit! Class starts at 10:00 AM! (Space is limited. Please call 601-776-2492 to register).

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Happy Earth Day!

"The earth has music for those who listen." - William Shakespeare 💚🌎💚 HAPPY EARTH DAY!

Fine Free Week Continues!

Have you recently stumbled across some EMRL items you forgot you had? 😳 Are you nervous about returning them? Please don't be! It's FINE-FREE WEEK, so this would be an excellent opportunity to return those items and have the fines waived from your account. Call any of our branch locations for more information. Our librarians are happy to help in any way we can. (NOTE: Lost and/or damaged items are not included in this promotion).