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Perry County Library Launches Winter Programs Across Two Branches

Perry County Public Library is rolling out a slate of winter programs at its Tell City and Cannelton branches, offering activities for adults, teens, and young children that aim to strengthen community ties and support early literacy. Several workshops require registration and modest fees, details residents should note as limited class sizes may affect access.

Marcus Williams•1/3/2026•2 min read

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Perry County Library Launches Winter Programs Across Two Branches — Source: perrycountypl.org

Perry County Public Library is scheduling a range of programs through January and beyond at its Tell City and Cannelton branches, providing multiple entry points for residents to engage with the library as a community hub. Offerings include casual adult gatherings, hands-on crafts with registration fees, weekly teen programming, and early childhood storytimes.

At the Cannelton branch, the Snacks & Chat Book Club meets every other Thursday at 12:00 PM for a relaxed, snack-accompanied discussion aimed at adult readers. The Little Cookbook Club will convene on January 14 and March 11 at 11:30 AM; participants are asked to bring a dish made from any recipe for sampling and conversation, reinforcing the library’s role in fostering community through shared interests.

Craft workshops with limited enrollment and small fees are part of the winter roster. The Tell City branch will host a Warm Winter Mitten Craft on January 17 at 9:30 AM, led by Jennifer Brown of Glitter & Vinyl Girl. The class carries a $25 fee and is limited to the first 15 registrants. The Vintage Snowman Craft will be offered at the Cannelton branch on January 22 at 4:45 PM; supplies are provided, the fee is $5, and class size is capped at 10.

Younger residents will find regular programming tailored to their development. Baby and toddler storytimes are available for children ages 0 to 3, and other children’s activities and seasonal crafts are scheduled throughout the season. Teen Tuesday programming at the Tell City branch runs weekly for ages 13 to 18 in the space known as The Dungeon, with specific times posted on the library calendar.

These program details have direct implications for local accessibility and civic participation. Modest fees and tight enrollment limits can create barriers for some households, particularly during winter months when transportation and child care pose additional challenges. The library’s mix of free and fee-based offerings reflects a common model for public libraries balancing budget constraints with demand for staffed, material-intensive programs.

Residents who want to register or ask questions should contact the library by phone at 812-547-2661. The library’s calendar lists full schedules and any updates to times or availability, making it the operational reference for planning attendance and participation.