Here are some upcoming programs at DeSoto County branches of First Regional Library:
OLIVE BRANCH:
Sunday, March 31 to April 8: Friends of the Olive Branch Public Library Book Sale. Huge selection at great prices! All proceeds benefit the library. For more information, please call 662-895-5900.
Saturday, April 29, 2023 * 10:00 a.m: Butterflies & Pollinators with the DeSoto County Master Gardeners. Space is limited. Please call 662-895-5900 to register.
HORN LAKE:
Saturday, April 1, 2023 * 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Friends of the Horn Lake Public Library Sidewalk Sale. New and gently used home decor, furniture, books, toys, clothes, and more. All proceeds benefit the library. Please call 662-363-5654 for more info.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023 * 4 p.m: Voice-Over Artist Workshop for Teens. Learn about this exciting career option to work on animated movies, commercials, and more. Please call 662-393-5654 to register.
WALLS:
Thursday, April 6, 2023 * 11 a.m.: Backyard Flocks with DeSoto County Extension Service. Learn how to begin and maintain backyard flocks. For more info, call 662-781-3664.
Wednesday, April 12, 2023 * 4:30 p.m.: Teen Craft: Bring a t-shirt and turn it into a cool bag! For more info, call 662-781-3664.
HERNANDO:
Wednesday, April 12, 2023 * 10 a.m.: DeSoto County Master Gardeners: It’s All About the Butterfly: Space is limited. Please call 662-429-4439 to register.
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 * 4 p.m.: Teen Craft: Make a fun bearded lizard keychain. For more info please call 662-429-4439.
SOUTHAVEN:
Friday, April 7, 2023: 2 p.m. Egg hunt for kids ages 0-11. Please call 662-342-0102 for more info.
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 * 10 a.m.: Fairy Gardens with DeSoto County Master gardeners. Space is limited. Please call 662-342-0102 to register.
Tuesday, April 25, 2023 * 6 p.m.: An Evening with Tara Stringfellow, best-selling author of Memphis. Books will be for sale and signing. For more info, please call 662-342-0102.
Saturday, April 29, 2023 * 2 p.m.: Children’s Publishing Workshop: Get advice and inspiration from published authors on how to start your journey to be a writer of books for children. For more info, please call 662-342-0102.
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