Toddler-PreK Story time and craft Granville

Toddler-PreK Story time and craft Every Wednesday December through February 10:30 -11 A.M.

School age- Fun Friday-Bingo, Puzzles, Games

School age- Fun Friday-Bingo, Puzzles, Games Every Friday December through February 10 -11 A.M.

Book Discussion Group Granville

Meets in Granville Library every 2nd and 4th Monday each month @ 1:00 PM

Movie Matinee: Fannie Lou Hamer’s America Granville

Movie Matinee: Fannie Lou Hamer’s America Tuesday, February 10th, 1:00 p.m. Fannie Lou Hamer’s America offers a powerful portrait of one of the Civil Rights Movement’s most influential yet often underrecognized leaders. Fannie Lou Hamer was a pioneering activist, foun......More

Movie Matinee: Fannie Lou Hamer’s America Tuesday, February 10th, 1:00 p.m. Fannie Lou Hamer’s America offers a powerful portrait of one of the Civil Rights Movement’s most influential yet often underrecognized leaders. Fannie Lou Hamer was a pioneering activist, founder of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, and a driving force behind Freedom Summer — the 1964 campaign to register Black voters across the state. Produced by her grand-niece, Monica Land, this compelling documentary blends Hamer’s own speeches, personal interviews, and stirring songs to illuminate the life and legacy of a fearless Mississippi sharecropper turned human-rights advocate. The film celebrates Hamer’s enduring impact while confronting the injustices that made her activism essential — and unforgettable. The film runs 58 minutes, is not rated, and is presented courtesy of Kanopy. This program is free and open to the public.

Painted with Love: Valentine Tote Bag Workshop Granville

Painted with Love: Valentine Tote Bag Workshop  Tuesday, February 10th, 4:00 p.m. In this hands-on craft session, participants will design and decorate their own tote bag using stencils, fabric paints, and plenty of creativity. Whether you choose a colorful pattern, ......More

Painted with Love: Valentine Tote Bag Workshop  Tuesday, February 10th, 4:00 p.m. In this hands-on craft session, participants will design and decorate their own tote bag using stencils, fabric paints, and plenty of creativity. Whether you choose a colorful pattern, a meaningful message, or a design that reflects your personal style, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind tote — perfect to keep or give as a heartfelt gift.  

Toddler-PreK Story time and craft Granville

Toddler-PreK Story time and craft Every Wednesday December through February 10:30 -11 A.M.

School age- Fun Friday-Bingo, Puzzles, Games

School age- Fun Friday-Bingo, Puzzles, Games Every Friday December through February 10 -11 A.M.

LeAndra Harris from IHCC Presentation on Heart Health Granville

LeAndra Harris from IHCC Presentation on Heart Health Friday, February 13th 1 P.M.

Movie Matinee: Free Renty: Lanier v. Harvard Granville

Movie Matinee: Free Renty: Lanier v. Harvard Tuesday, February 17th, 1:00 p.m. Who has the right to control the images of past violence — the descendants of the victims, or the institutions that profited from it? Free Renty: Lanier v. Harvard follows Tamara Lanier, a......More

Movie Matinee: Free Renty: Lanier v. Harvard Tuesday, February 17th, 1:00 p.m. Who has the right to control the images of past violence — the descendants of the victims, or the institutions that profited from it? Free Renty: Lanier v. Harvard follows Tamara Lanier, an African American woman fighting to reclaim the daguerreotypes of her great-great-great-grandfather, Renty — an enslaved man photographed in 1850 at the direction of a Harvard professor attempting to “prove” white racial superiority. The film traces Lanier’s groundbreaking legal battle against Harvard University and examines how these photographs continue to symbolize America’s unresolved reckoning with slavery, the racist science that fueled it, and the ongoing legacy of white supremacy. Featuring civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump, author Ta-Nehisi Coates, and scholars Ariella Azoulay and Tina Campt, this documentary offers a powerful reflection on ownership, history, memory, and justice. The film runs 1 hour and 34 minutes, is not rated, and is made available through Kanopy. This program is free and open to the public.  

Lock, Stock, and Liberty: The Story of the Kentucky Rifle Granville

Lock, Stock, and Liberty: The Story of the Kentucky Rifle Tuesday, February 17th, 6:00 p.m. Discover the history of the Kentucky Rifle — the uniquely American firearm that came to symbolize skill, ingenuity, and independence. Gun collector and historian Curt Johnson w......More

Lock, Stock, and Liberty: The Story of the Kentucky Rifle Tuesday, February 17th, 6:00 p.m. Discover the history of the Kentucky Rifle — the uniquely American firearm that came to symbolize skill, ingenuity, and independence. Gun collector and historian Curt Johnson will explore how this rifle was crafted, used, and admired during the American Revolution. As part of the presentation, he will showcase three antique long rifles, offering an opportunity to see these historic pieces up close and learn about their craftsmanship and importance. This program is free and open to the public. Please note: This is an educational historical lecture featuring antique firearms, not a gun show. In accordance with Library policy, no firearms may be brought onto library premises.  

Toddler-PreK Story time and craft Granville

Toddler-PreK Story time and craft Every Wednesday December through February 10:30 -11 A.M.

School age- Fun Friday-Bingo, Puzzles, Games

School age- Fun Friday-Bingo, Puzzles, Games Every Friday December through February 10 -11 A.M.

Book Discussion Group Granville

Granville Library Branch Meets every 2nd and 4th Monday of every Month @ 1:00 P.M.

Movie Matinee: A Towering Task: The Story of the Peace Corps Granville

Movie Matinee: A Towering Task: The Story of the Peace Corps Tuesday, February 24th, 1:00 p.m. This documentary traces the remarkable story of the Peace Corps, from its bold beginnings in the early days of the Kennedy administration to its role as a global force for p......More

Movie Matinee: A Towering Task: The Story of the Peace Corps Tuesday, February 24th, 1:00 p.m. This documentary traces the remarkable story of the Peace Corps, from its bold beginnings in the early days of the Kennedy administration to its role as a global force for peace and understanding over the past six decades. Through turbulent eras — from the Vietnam War to the “greed is good” 1980s — and into the modern age, the film reveals how this small but influential agency has continually evolved to meet the world’s changing needs while staying true to its founding mission. Narrated by Oscar-nominated actor Annette Bening, the film blends sweeping cinematography with heartfelt, humorous, and insightful interviews from Peace Corps volunteers, staff, and former directors. Notable contributors include President Jimmy Carter — whose mother and grandson both served — and Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, along with scholars, journalists, and community partners around the globe. Rich archival footage, rare presidential speeches, and vintage public-service announcements bring the agency’s history vividly to life.  A Towering Task stands as a powerful reminder of President John F. Kennedy’s enduring call to service: “Ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country.” The film runs 1 hour and 47 minutes, is not rated, and is made possible through Kanopy.

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together (Adults) Granville

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together (Adults) Tuesday, February 24th, 5:00 p.m.   Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together is a community book club that explores the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The adult group, open ......More

Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together (Adults) Tuesday, February 24th, 5:00 p.m.   Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together is a community book club that explores the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The adult group, open to participants ages nineteen and older, will meet on Tuesday, February 24th, at 5:00 p.m. at the Granville Branch, with a virtual option available via Zoom. This month’s selection is “Founding Faith: Providence, Politics, and the Birth of Religious Freedom in America,” by Steven Waldman. In Founding Faith, Waldman debunks myths from both the left and the right about America’s religious origins, revealing how the Founders crafted a new model of liberty that protected faith by keeping government out of it. Through vivid accounts from the colonies to the early presidencies, he shows how this delicate balance between belief and freedom shaped the nation. Before the discussion, participants will watch a 26-minute preview from the upcoming 2025 PBS documentary “American Revolution,” by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. The preview explores religion and religious diversity in the 18th century, offering insight into how faith helped shape the nation’s early history. Copies of the book will be available at the Granville Branch beginning in January. For more information, please contact the Library at 815-339-2038. To participate via Zoom, please register via Zoom: https://shorturl.at/L6uCA. Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation, and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.