Category: General News

The library will be closed on Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day.

Our Annual Used Book Sale will be held from April 4-7. Hours of the books sale are:

Thursday, April 4, 5-8 p.m.

Friday, April 5, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday, April 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sunday, April 7, 1-3 p.m.

Items offered for sale are an assortment of donated books and books removed from the library collection. Shoppers will find regular and large print books, adult and children’s books, and a wide variety of fiction and nonfiction selections.

On the final day of the sale, any remaining items will be sold for $1 per bag, and we will even provide the brown paper bag!

THIS OPPORTUNITY IS CLOSED.

The library has issued an RFP for replacement of the flooring in the library. Proposals are due by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, March 5, 2024.

The proposal can be viewed by clicking here. To view the scope of the project, take measurements, and ask questions, please visit the library between the hours of 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The AAPR Tax Aide program will be providing tax preparation assistance at the library from 8:30-11:00 a.m. on Thursday mornings, beginning on Thursday, February 1.

Volunteers can prepare simple federal and state tax returns, along with the MO-PTC (Property Tax Credit) form for the state of Missouri. Please bring all documents with you when you arrive for assistance. An initial intake form will be required, and no tax forms will be prepared until the intake form is completed.

No appointments will be taken; assistance is given on a first-come, first-served basis within the timeframe available each day.

Our Annual Used Book Sale will be held from March 30-April 2. Hours of the books sale are:

Thursday, March 30, 5-8 p.m.

Friday, March 31, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday, April 1, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sunday, April 2, 1-3 p.m.

Items offered for sale are an assortment of donated books and books removed from the library collection. Shoppers will find regular and large print books, adult and children’s books, and a wide variety of fiction and nonfiction selections.

On the final day of the sale, any remaining items will be sold for $1 per bag, and we will even provide the brown paper bag!

Join Big Oak Tree State Park at the library as we learn about silly courtship behaviors that animals here in Missouri take part in. We will make animal-themed Valentines to share with our loved ones.

This program is appropriate for all ages, and all materials will be provided.

The AAPR Tax Aide program will be providing tax preparation assistance at the library from 8:30-11:00 a.m. on Thursday mornings, beginning on Thursday, February 2. Please note the time change from afternoons to mornings!

Volunteers can prepare simple federal and state tax returns, along with the MO-PTC (Property Tax Credit) form for the state of Missouri. They plan to return to the pre-Covid procedures where tax forms are taken and filed on the same day, eliminating the need for a return visit.

Please bring all documents with you when you arrive for assistance. An initial intake form will be required, and no tax forms will be prepared until the intake form is completed.

No appointments will be taken; assistance is given on a first-come, first-served basis within the timeframe available each day.

The Sikeston Public Library has an opening for a full-time circulation clerk (35-36 hours per week).

Duties of the position include performing work at the circulation desk, assisting library users with locating materials, maintain accurate patron records, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications for the position include strong, demonstrated computer skills; the ability to interact with library users over the telephone and face-to-face; customer service experience; and the ability to stand, walk, and lift throughout the day with reasonable accommodation. A high school diploma or the equivalent is required with some college hours preferred.

The ability to work one night per week and one weekend per month is required.

Please apply in person during normal business hours.

The Sikeston Public Library is an equal opportunity employer