Cannelton Library Hosts Grinch Storytime, Families Gather for Holiday Program
The Cannelton branch of the Perry County Public Library held The Grinch Storytime on December 3, 2025, inviting families for a holiday reading and a visit from The Grinch followed by cookies and milk. The program was part of a wider December schedule at both the Cannelton and Tell City branches that included crafts, storytimes for different age groups, board game events, and teen programming.
The Cannelton branch of the Perry County Public Library held The Grinch Storytime on December 3, 2025, bringing a seasonal reading and a visit from The Grinch to local families. Attendees were offered cookies and milk after the story portion, and the event formed one element of the library system's concentrated December programming designed to engage residents across age groups.
Library staff organized the event as part of a broader calendar of activities at both the Cannelton and Tell City branches. That schedule included crafts sessions, storytimes tailored to different age ranges, board game gatherings, and events specifically for teens. The Cannelton branch continues to provide community focused programs and offers meeting space to local groups seeking accessible venues for regular gatherings.
For Perry County residents the storytime underscored the library's role as a neighborhood hub where literacy promotion, family engagement, and civic activity intersect. Seasonal programming draws families into public spaces, supports early childhood literacy by reinforcing reading as a communal activity, and creates low cost opportunities for social connection during the holiday season. The availability of meeting space further contributes to civic life by accommodating local organizations that rely on neutral, accessible venues.
The event highlights policy considerations for county leaders and library trustees. The scope and frequency of public programming depend on staffing, facility upkeep, and operating budgets. Sustaining a robust calendar of events during busy seasonal periods requires ongoing investment and coordination between library administration and county policymakers. Maintaining open meeting spaces and a diverse slate of programs also affects equitable access for residents who rely on public services for recreation and civic engagement.
As winter programming continues, the library's December calendar shows an active effort to serve multiple community needs. The Cannelton branch's storytime is an example of how small scale events can contribute to local social infrastructure, and how public institutions can support community cohesion during the holiday season.
