Closed for Presidents’ Day
The Carthage Public Library will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026 in observance of Presidents’ Day.
Category: General News
General News
Rice Bag Handwarmers February 23rd
February 2026 Calendar
New in the Children’s Area: VoxBooks
A new way to enjoy audiobooks, with no need for a CD or cassette player, tablet, computer, or even an internet connection! All you need is the book!
2026 Winter Reading Challenge begins Monday, January 5th for all ages!
2026 Winter Reading Challenge begins Monday, January 5th for all ages!
Inclement Weather Policy
Carthage Public Library Inclement Weather Policy
In cases of inclement weather, the Library will be closed when the Carthage R-9 Schools are forced to close. After the first day, we will evaluate the road conditions and will reopen as soon as possible. Check your local TV stations, our website, or Facebook page for updates.
Citizenship and English Classes
More Classes – MÁS CLASES
Spotlight: Creativebug
New classes are always coming on creativebug.com!
Access is FREE with your Carthage Public Library card!
You don’t have to wait for the listed date to look into crafting ideas.
There are hundreds of other tutorials available on this website whenever you log in.
Attention, crafters, artists, and makers: check out the Carthage Public Library’s new digital resource! Creativebug.com has thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. To access Creativebug through Carthage Public Library, use our landing page link at http://www.creativebug.com/lib/carthagelib-mo making sure you enter card number if prompted. It should then ask you to create an account with your name, email address, and a password. Once you’ve created your account you should be able to access Creativebug anywhere.
Access it here – https://www.creativebug.com/lib/carthagelib-mo
Libby by Overdrive: Audiobooks and Ebooks
Listen to your favorite books when you’re on the go! Carthage Public Library is part of Missouri Libraries 2 Go, which means your library card gives you access to thousands of e-books and digital audio books, available anytime and anywhere on your mobile device with the Libby by Overdrive app. Whether you’re driving to work or going for a run on the beach, you can find something great to listen to for free!
