Perry County Library Expands Family Programs, Library of Things Access
The Perry County Public Library system is maintaining a steady schedule of family and youth programming while operating a Library of Things at its Tell City and Cannelton branches, offering residents more than books. These services increase access to early learning, internet connectivity, and practical resources that matter for local health, education, and economic opportunity.
The Perry County Public Library system continues to deliver consistent programming across the Tell City central branch and the Cannelton branch, offering regular storytimes and age targeted activities that support early learning and community connection. Weekly offerings include Baby and Toddler Storytime on Wednesdays and Pre K Storytime on Fridays, while the Cannelton branch hosts Teen Tuesday programming. Seasonal craft events and family storytimes with holiday themes round out a calendar designed to engage children and caregivers throughout the year.
Beyond programs for youth, the library operates a Library of Things at its branches. Items available include museum and park passes, a seed library, and a variety of equipment for short term loan. Public computer and internet access are also available for residents who need online connectivity for schoolwork, job applications, medical portals, or benefits enrollment. A monthly events calendar on the library website helps families plan visits and register for activities, available at perrycountypl.org/events/month/?utm_source=openai.
For Perry County this steady suite of services is more than cultural programming. Early childhood storytimes support language development and school readiness, which are linked to long term health and educational outcomes. Teen programming provides supervised, enriching spaces that can reduce isolation and offer constructive activities during critical developmental years. The seed library and equipment loans directly address household needs that affect food security and economic resilience. Public internet access helps close the digital divide that can limit access to telehealth, job opportunities, and essential social services in a rural county.
Sustained library services are an investment in social equity, offering low cost ways for families to access educational resources, connectivity, and material supports. For residents seeking details or wanting to register, the monthly events calendar lists dates, times, and registration requirements. The library’s combination of programming and practical resources continues to play a vital role in community wellbeing across Perry County.
