Intermittent downtimes

Due to OCLC doing system maintenance, there is a chance that access to databases could be affected over the weekend. 

Winter Holiday Schedule

All Library locations will be closed on the following days for the Winter Holiday:
Wednesday, December 24
Thursday, December 25
Friday, December 26
Wednesday, December 31
Thursday, January 1

Mr. & Mrs. F.L. Schlagle, Turner* and Mobile Libraries will be closed on:
Wednesday December 24, 2025 through Wednesday January 1, 2026. 
*Turner Community Library will be open on Saturday December 27.

Main, West & South library locations will be open on December 29 and 30 but will close early at 5:00 pm.

All library locations will reopen for normal operating hours on Friday, January 2, 2026. 

Lunch and Learn: Understanding Viruses

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Teens, Adults
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Program Description

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This educational program offers a comprehensive overview of viruses, how they infect the human body, and the vital role vaccines play in disease prevention. Participants will gain insight into the nature of viruses, learn about some of the most common and impactful viral infections, and explore how certain vaccines can even help prevent cancers. Special attention will be given to adult immunizations, particularly those recommended for individuals aged 65 and older, highlighting their importance in maintaining health and preventing serious illness.

About the speaker:

Dr. Smith is a distinguished physician who graduated from the Duke University School of Medicine and pioneered the practice of Infectious Diseases in Kansas City, where he led a remarkable 50-year career in the field. He is a Robert Wood Johnson Scholar and served honorably as a Captain in the United States Army. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dr. Smith is a devoted family man, married with six children and fourteen grandchildren.

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