Stephen King fans rejoice! Lisey's Story will be released on Apple TV+ June 4th

You read it right, Constant Readers! 

Stephen King's 2006 novel Lisey's Story has been picked up by Apple TV+, and the best part? Stephen King himself is involved in the writing and directing, so it'll be a vision of the Master of Horror himself. 

Julianne Moore plays the titular role, and the series will also star Clive Owen, Dane DeHaan, Joan Allen, and Ron Cephas Jones.

Lisey's Story is one of my favorite books. King has also stated that it is his favorite of all his books. What I like about Lisey's Story is that the heart of the story is about writing itself. Especially when writing horror, your mind has to travel to some dark places to imagine what your characters are dealing with and visualizing how they might act in certain situations. Writers often talk of going places in their mind for ideas, but what if there was an actual place of ideas? A pool of some sort. And what if you occasionally got stuck there? 

Lisey's Story focuses on Lisey after her novelist husband Scott Landon dies. It's been two years, and Lisey still hasn't been able to bring herself to clean out his study. After a professor visits and pleads with her to release all of the late author's papers, she declines. When crazy fan Zack McCool insists there must be a hidden manuscript and starts threatening Lisey to turn over Scott's papers, things get ugly. The more Lisey starts to remember about her own past and secrets learned early in her marriage, the closer Lisey gets to Scott's not so imaginary writer's retreat. 

The story is part horror, part romance, and part sci-fy. The story portrays marriage, grief, sibling relationships, and resurfaced memories. It's got something for everyone, and that's what makes it very relatable to the human experience. 

For more information about the series, check out this article.

To place a hold on a print copy of Lisey's Story, click here.

To place a hold on Lisey's Story in audible form, click here.

-Morgan Lee Hedglin, Pearl Branch Manager 

Celebrating Youth Creativity All Month At The Pearl Public Library!

March is National Youth Art Month.

We take that very seriously at the Pearl Public Library!

This is the twelfth year that the library has invited Pearl School District students to canvass the library with their wonderful creations!

Below are just a few of the displayed art pieces these talented students of all ages have created!

The art stays up all month long for viewing during library hours.  Please do yourself a favor and come take a look!  The heart and soul all these students poured into their work is awesomely inspiring! 

Mark your calendar! On Monday, March 23 from 5:30 to 7:00 the library and the Friends of the Pearl Library, will host an official youth art exhibit night complete with a reception! It's free and ALL are invited!

Don't miss out! 

And don't miss out on BINGO FOR BOOKS on Thursday. March 12 at 6 p.m. It's a free program with a chance to win books, dvds and video games. Light refreshments are provided. Remember that BINGO FOR BOOKS is every second Thursday of the month!

Hey, it's time for a BALLOON REPORT!

Just so you know, the renegade balloon that deserted the pack on Friday, Feb. 14 is still hugging the ceiling. But don't you worry. That bad boy is traveling. It started out right above the circulation desk. It's coming down the other direction toward reference! We are watching it to see when it will make the great descent! LOL!

Come on in! See the art and check out the floating action!

We'll see you there!

Fun is the Name of the Game For the Pearl Public Library Team!

You can bet on that!

Did you know that February 27 was/is recognized as National Pokémon Day? 

It sure is. That's because it was on that day when Japan launched the first Pokémon video game in 1996.

Kayla, a HUGE Pokémon fan, had the great idea of doing a Pokémon display in February. Then Kimberly saw this cute Pikachu toy that she thought would be a great addition to Kayla's display. 

See! Team effort! Team fun! Yeeeeeeepppppp!

Kayla had a wonderful idea for a drawing. And that's how it happened.

YOU GOTTA CATCH PIKACHU and "become the world's greatest Pokémon Master" was Kayla's fun creation!

All participants had to do was fill out their "Pokémon Trainer's Name" and turn in the slip to reference.

The drawing was held on National Pokémon Day. And the grand Pokémon Master was Penny Parker, 9, of Pearl! 

Congratulations, Penny!

Penny Parker, the Pearl Library's very own Pokémon Master

But the fun doesn't stop there!

First of all, we hope you made it to the 12th Annual Come in From the Cold With a Good Book February Library Lover's Month celebration. 

Free Community Coffee, cookies and donuts - all donated by local businesses - for two days Tues. Feb. 11 and Wed. Feb. 12!
Always a good time! There was also a cute cafe and helium balloons for all to enjoy! The balloons were up the whole month of February! 

It never fails; a balloon gets away and floats up to the ceiling!

It's so much fun to watch and see how long it takes for the balloon to come down. 

But we aren't going to keep this fun all to ourselves this time! No, keep reading this weekly blog for a periodic report on the great balloon descent! LOL!

Stop by the Pearl Public Library where the good times roll or FLOAT!

We'll see you there!

What's Love Got To Do With It?

HAHAHAHAHA!

I bet you thought I was going to break into verse didn't ya, throwing that Tina Turner snarl on you! 

Yeah. Come on now! You know you did!

Nooooooo! This is about LIBRARY LOVE! And, by the way... it is definitely something to sing about!  

At the Pearl Public Library LOVE has EVERYTHING to do with it!  Sure does!

February is National Library Lover's Month. So, what does that really mean? 

Glad you asked!

Even though we may not think about it, patrons really do appreciate libraries! They really do. It's a place, not only that houses a plethora of material that can be borrowed, but that has so many other wonderful uses. And, it's all FREE!

Read the daily paper or an assortment of magazines, use free wireless internet, wireless printing, research subjects for papers, surf the internet for jobs, conduct meetings, attend programs for all ages and so much more can be done right at the Pearl Library!

So, the month of February is designated as a time when patrons can show their library some love. Sometimes it's just expressing their appreciation or even volunteering at their local library.

Now, at the Pearl Library, we like to show the community just how much YOU mean to us! 

Thaaaaaaat's riiiiiight!  

If it weren't for you, there would be no need for us! Believe me. We get that. That's why we try to treat y'all reeeeeeeeeaaaaalll good!

So, we want to make you feel right at home when you come in, and provide the best service with a smile! 

Then there's this special time of year when the Pearl Library puts on a big, two-day celebration just for you!

Come by the Pearl Library for the 12th Annual Come in From the Cold With a Good Book - Library Lover's Month celebration on Tues. Feb. 11 and Wed. Feb. 12 from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. both days! 

Free cookies, coffee and donuts -  all donated by local businesses - will be served up by library staffers and members of the Friends of the Pearl Library! 

Enjoy a cafe style, festive atmosphere! And, as it is really close to Valentine's Day,  why don't you make it a special date with a loved one? See. Now, that's a good idea!  And, did I mention it's all FREE? 

This program is so much fun, and quite the patron favorite!

There have been some really sweet moments during past Come in From the Cold With a Good Book programs. One special memory comes to mind. 

An eight-year-old boy was sitting with his uncle at a cafe table hungrily enjoying cookies. "I bet celebrities come in here," he said excitedly. "Look at this place! It's so romantic!" The uncle just smiled at him and nodded lovingly. The young lad went on enjoying the sweets and then blurted, "If Jesus was here I bet he would really like these cookies!"

What's LOVE got to do with it? EVERYTHING!

Always a great time! Don't miss out!

We'll see you there!

HAPPY LIBRARY LOVER'S MONTH FROM THE PEARL PUBLIC LIBRARY!

Each Year It's One Of The Inevitables!

You guessed it! 

TAXES!

As you think about acquiring tax forms, remember that the Pearl Public Library is there to fill your tax form needs. Well, at least for Federal Forms 1040 and 1040-SR right now; however, other types of Federal Forms will continue to arrive in batches. The library also has State Of Mississippi tax forms. 

Please feel free to stop in or call the Pearl Library at 601-932-2562. Helpful staffers will tell you exactly what forms are available at any given time.

Please remember one thing though. Library staffers are prohibited from answering any tax questions or giving tax advice. That means the staff cannot tell you what form you need to use, advise you on various deductions, etc.

But, do come by! The Pearl Library staff always LOVES serving their patrons!

That's right! LOVES!

We can prove it too!

How?  Glad you asked!

Coming up in just a couple of weeks, the Pearl Public Library, will shower their patrons with amazing LOVE! Been doing it for years!

And, Mmm mmm! How sweet it is!

February is Library Lover's Month. This month actually is for folks out there that like to show their library some appreciation and love!

But, hey! The Pearl Library likes to give that right back! And, in the yearly Library Lover's Month celebration called Come in From the Cold With a Good Book,  library staff and  Friends of the Pearl Library members serve up FREE donuts, cookies and coffee all donated by local businesses! This twelfth annual program will be held on Tues. Feb. 11 and Wed. Feb. 12 from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. each day.

A huge thanks to Community Coffee, Sam's Club of Pearl, Dunkin Donuts, The Donut Factory, Walmart of Pearl, Simply Southern Cafe and Grill of Flowood and That Special Touch Cakes for their yearly support!

It's the Library's way of saying WE LOVE YOU!  They do ya know?

Come in From the Cold With a Good Book also serves as a Friends of the Pearl Library membership drive. New Friends’ memberships and donations will be accepted during the two-day event.

The Friends’ group supports the library by purchasing books and equipment and by sponsoring programs for all ages at the library. They would LOVE to have you be a part of the team!

Don't miss out!

We'll see you there!

Third Thursday Always Entertaining at the Pearl Public Library.

You wanna know why?

Glad you asked!

Because it's MOVIE NIGHT, and Ben knows how to pick a big winner!

Third Thursday Flicks for January is Hoosiers showing Thurs. Jan. 16 at 5:45 p.m. on a big screen.  Enjoy light refreshments too!

In this 1986 movie Hoosiers, failed basketball Coach Norman Dale played by Gene Hackman finds himself in this tiny town of Hickory, Indiana and with a chance at redemption.  

Hoosiers is a great story about a high school basketball team's long-shot attempt to win the state championship. The film is inspired by the true story of the 1954 Indiana state champions, Milan High School.

Nominated for two Oscars Hoosiers, also starring famed actors Dennis Hopper and Barbara Hershey, was hailed as one of the best sports movies of all time.

Come on in and be totally entertained with this big winner!

While we are talking about winning, don't forget about the January How-To Tuesday on Tues. Jan. 21 at 6 p.m. You'll get a change to learn about the City of Pearl while playing Pearl-Opoly!

What a wonderful chance to just have some good ol' fun while visiting with friends!

OMG! Visiting with friends! That reminds me! 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

The Pearl Library's February Library Lover's Month star event is coming soon!  

The 12th Annual Come in From the Cold With a Good Book, a huge patron favorite - when the library serves up FREE coffee, cookies and donuts to their patrons - is Tues. Feb. 11 and Wed. Feb. 12 from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. All the delicious goodies are donated by local businesses thanks to Community Coffee, Sam's Club of Pearl, Dunkin Donuts, The Donut Factory, Walmart of Pearl, Simply Southern Cafe and Grill of Flowood and That Special Touch Cakes.

WOW! Lot of great stuff going on at the Pearl Library! 

Do not miss out!

We'll see you there!

A Time of Reflection. A Time of Change. A Time of Growth.

Isn't that what the start of the new year is really all about? 

Of course!

The beauty of a new year is getting another chance to get it right! Right? Right!

So, uh, what ya got in mind? 

Is it to lose weight?
Exercise more?
Quit a bad, unhealthy habit? 
Drink more water?
Think good thoughts?
Learn to be at peace?
Stop worrying?
Read more?
Socialize more?
Build stronger relationships with others?
Build a stronger relationship with yourself?
Make more friends?
Be kinder?
Learn how to cook or bake great dishes?
Work more?
Work less?
Save money?
Spend money?...probably not LOL!

Remember you can always come to the Pearl Public Library and check out material that can help you accomplish any of the above mentioned goals and many others! That's right!

The library has tons of books on diets and healthful cooking, health, fitness, finance, inspiration and so much more. And, don't forget that the library offers a nice variety of FIT KITS available for check out. 

Yeah! Get that workout started!

Hey, the library staff would love to hear what your New Year's resolution is. Stop by during the month of January and share your dream for the NEW YEAR! NEW YOU!

We'll see you there!

The Vision is 2020 at the Pearl Public Library!

December programming at the Pearl Public Library which included great crafts and a wonderful Christmas program, Christmas Carols with Santa featuring the Pearl Northside Singers, proved to be a strong finish for the year!

BUT the new year is upon us in just a few days! This is an exciting one too!

 2020! A WHOLE NEW DECADE!  WOOHOO!

And, as always the Pearl Public Library has YOU in sight and mind! The vision is sharp and so is the program lineup! All programs are FREE!

Simply Crafts offers a DIY project every first Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m.  January's is a crafty Notebook Calendar on Tues. Jan. 7. All materials are furnished and no reservation is needed! 

BINGO for BOOKS is every second Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. Come join the fun for the chance to win free books, DVDs and video games and enjoy light refreshments on Thurs. Jan. 9!

A great source of free entertainment is the Pearl Library's monthly Third Thursday Flicks at 5:45 p.m. January's movie is HOOSIERS featuring Gene Hackman on Thurs. Jan. 16! It's a free movie on the big screen and light refreshments come with it!

How-To Tuesday is featured every third Thursday at 6 p.m.!  For January's offering learn about the City of Pearl while playing Pearl-Opoly Tues. Jan.21!

And, there's so much more!

Only a few programs are featured here in this blog, but you can find ALL January programs (adult, children and family), not only for the Pearl Public Library, but all 20 libraries of the Central MS Regional Library System (CMRLS) at http://cmrls.evanced.info/signup.

So, plan on attending some of these wonderful January programs! 

Or just stop on by to visit! Here is an idea! Make it a New Year's resolution to spend more time at your local library.   Speaking of New Year's resolutions, if yours is getting more physically fit, you definitely want to stop by. The Pearl Library has a wonderful collection of FIT KITS available for FREE checkout! Uh-huh! Didn't I tell you we always have you in mind?

Don't miss out!

We'll see you there!

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM THE PEARL PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF!

What Would The Holiday Season Be Without Joyful Songs?

Well, come on now! That would be pretty bad!

That's why the Pearl Public Library wants to do their part in putting sweet songs in your heart!

THAT'S RIGHT! 

SO, the Library invites you and the whole family to celebrate the holiday season with the musical stylings of the Pearl Northside Singers Tues. Dec. 10 at 5:30 in Christmas Carols with Santa!

The night, of course, includes the big, jolly guy so get your cameras ready to snap a sweet photo of your little angel with Santa!

There will be pizza donated by Pizza Shack of Jackson, dessert and drinks as long as the supply lasts!

And, it's all FREE and no reservation is needed!

Plan on coming by for lots of cheer and great music!

We'll see you there!

Hearing how Patrons are Thankful for the Pearl Public Library Makes this Holiday Season Extra Special!

During the month of November patrons had an opportunity to tell why they are Thankful for the Pearl Public Library. 

We really appreciate those who participated.

You know. Working in a library gives staffers an extraordinary opportunity to, not only help people, but welcome them into an environment that some of them have never been in. And, believe me, a library can be intimidating to some people. So when a librarian can make a patron smile, put them at ease, while assisting them, it's something that a patron just might let someone know about!

WELL! THEY DID!

Here are just a few of the "Thankful" comments:

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"I am thankful for the library because of the kindness and thoughtfulness of the staff."

"PEARL LIBRARY. WAY TO GO! YOU GUYS HAVE A VERY HELPFUL STAFF! VERY FRIENDLY!"

"A very good place for the kids to learn, and I can access my information without kids worrying me at home. LOL. Thank you."

"I am thankful for the library because it gives everyone opportunities to read books for free or have access to the computer and internet. Reading makes you smarter and everyone here is so nice, feels like home. I am very thankful for the Pearl Library."

"I am thankful for this library because it has helped me accomplish many, many things."

"I am very thankful for the Pearl Library. The staff is The Best."

"Best library in U.S.A. Thank you ALL."

"I am thankful for the wonderful and cheerful workers!!"

"I thank the crew at this library. It is the Best in the County. Nice and very kind, professional in all areas."

"Great Place to study! Staff is Great!"

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Well, we think the patrons are GREAT, and we are so very thankful for each and every one of you!

So, please, keep coming in! Let your friends and family know just how much the Pearl Public Library has to offer and about the quality of our services!

Don't forget about all our programs too! Visit https://cmrls.lib.ms.us/ and click on Events to view programming for all 20 Central Mississippi Regional Library System libraries.

We'll see you there!

Getting Cozy With Thanks at the Pearl Public Library!

Or is it coosie or maybe even Koosie? 

Doesn't really matter! It's a drink container sleeve that can help keep your drink cold or your hands protected from a hot beverage.   

And, you can make your very own during Simply Crafts, a FREE adult craft program, on Tues. Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. 

No reservation is needed and all materials are free.

Pretty good stuff, huh?! A pretty good gift idea too with you know what coming up next month!

Speaking of gifts for yourself or someone special and one that spells THANKS - literally -how about Tin Can Punched Votive candles?

That's coming up for the Pearl Library's How-To Tuesday November offering on Tues. Nov. 19 at 6 p.m. It's a FREE adult craft program. No reservation needed and all materials supplied.

So, come on and join in a festive atmosphere full of creativity and fun!

Talk about an atmosphere of fun, don't forget about Medieval Fest, the library's November Family Night program on Tues. Nov. 12 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. starring the SCA'S Shire of IronOx!

The Shire of IronOx will have displays on armor, weapons, costumes, daily life and have live hand-to-hand combat exhibitions of the Middle Ages.

The Shire of IronOx is the same Medieval reenactment group seen at CelticFest in Jackson.

Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish and enter the potluck contest for a feast fit for kings and queens. The contest will be held at 6 p.m. and the favorite dish wins the Best Potluck Dish trophy.

In addition to potluck offerings, Pizza Shack of Jackson, a big Pearl Library and Family Night supporter is generously donating pizza that will be available while the supply lasts.

Also feel free to dress in your finest Middle Ages costume. Bring the whole family and all your friends! 

It's all FREE!

Don't miss out!

We'll see you there!

November's Third Thursday Flicks, a Holiday Favorite at the Pearl Public Library!

You just can't beat famed actors Steve Martin and John Candy in this 1987 Thanksgiving comedy. 

In Planes, Trains and Automobiles, Neal Page (Martin) and Del Griffith (Candy) are two strangers that are thrown together by a crazy snowstorm during holiday travel. 

Neal an uptight, successful executive and Del an underachieving, really laid back shower curtain ring salesman, go together like oil and water! Needles to say that Del annoys the mess out of Neal! Even as everything that could go wrong does, and Neal's grip on sanity - from time to time - seems to be slipping, the two end up forming a heartwarming bond. 

A really great movie! Thumbs up all the way!

If you have never seen Planes, Trains and Automobiles, you'll have the chance on Thurs. Nov. 21. at 6 p.m. It's Ben's pick for November's Third Thursday Flicks. 

A funny movie, a big screen and refreshments. What could be better? Well maybe if it were free...

IT IS FREE!

So, mark your calendars and plan on coming. It's wonderful, holiday entertainment for the whole family!

Don't miss out!

We'll see you there!

HEAR YE! HEAR YE! Lords and Ladies! Come Partake in the Revelry of a Middle Ages Celebration in November at the Pearl Public Library!

That's right! 

Big News!

The Pearl Library's Family Night, Tues. Nov. 12 starting at 4 p.m. and ending at 7 p.m, will feature the second annual Medieval Fest!

The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) featuring the local chapter of the Kingdom of Gleann Abhann's local group, the Shire of IronOx, will be back again to entertain in a big way!

The Shire of IronOx will have displays on armor, weapons, costumes, daily life and have live hand-to-hand combat exhibitions of the Middle Ages.

The Shire of IronOx is the same Medieval reenactment group seen at CelticFest in Jackson.

Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish and enter the potluck contest for a feast fit for kings and queens. The contest will be held at 6 p.m. and the favorite dish wins the Best Potluck Dish trophy.

“We are really excited to have the Shire of IronOx back at the Pearl Library,” Said Kristen Hillman, Youth Services Supervisor in charge of Family Night programming. “Everyone had a blast last year and we hope to have an even better turnout this year.”

In addition to potluck offerings, Pizza Shack of Jackson, a big Pearl Library and Family Night supporter is generously donating pizza that will be available while the supply lasts.

Also feel free to dress in your finest Middle Ages costume. Bring the whole family and all your friends! 

The Pearl Public Library holds a themed Family Night program every second Tuesday of the month. And, it's ALWAYS FREE!

We'll see you there!

It's That Time of Year and the Fun is Just Beginning at the Pearl Public Library!

Don't you just loooooooove this time of year when the leaves are fluttering to the ground so beautifully? The near 100 degree temps seem to be behind us, and the cool breeze just makes ya go aaaahhhhhhhh! 

LOVE IT!

It's also the time of year when we get a burst of energy and start thinking about maybe engaging in some crafting, fun programs and festivals!

Well you are in luck because the Pearl Public Library offers it all and at NO COST!

Just a reminder that the Fall Family Festival is Tues. Oct. 8 at 5:30 p.m. behind the library next to the Pearl Senior Center.  Costumes are encouraged!  It's a FREE, fun evening celebrating the entrance of fall with bounce houses, face painting and pizza, generously donated by the Pizza Shack of Jackson (Pizza available as long as the supply lasts.).  Oh yeah! That's like hitting the jackpot!

On Thurs. Oct. 10 you can hit another jackpot! BINGO! You guessed it. It's Bingo For Books at 6 p.m.! It's a free program. So, come on in, play the game, win some books and enjoy light refreshments!

Save some energy though to enjoy How-To Tuesday on Tues. Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. October's feature is Autumn Leaf Mason Jar Candle Holders.

No reservation is needed and all materials supplied. No reason to miss this festive evening and the opportunity to make yourself a gorgeous fall, decorative craft. Hey, this would make a nice gift for someone special too! 

We'll see you there!