Public Library of Johnston County and Smithfield

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Public Library of Johnston County and Smithfield PLJCS is affiliated with other town libraries throughout Johnston County NC.
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Yesterday at storytime we read “One Two That’s My Shoe!” by Alison Murray. We also counted cupcakes, roared like lions, ...
10/21/2026

Yesterday at storytime we read “One Two That’s My Shoe!” by Alison Murray. We also counted cupcakes, roared like lions, and shook our shaker eggs to the beat!

Our next storytime all about playing is tomorrow, Thursday, October 22, at 10:00 a.m. We’ll see you then!

Ever wonder how people actually end up in their careers? Come find out over pizza!Teens! Join us for a casual conversati...
10/21/2026

Ever wonder how people actually end up in their careers? Come find out over pizza!

Teens! Join us for a casual conversation with local professionals who'll share their career paths, the in's and out's of their jobs, the twists and turns along the way, and what they wish they'd known at your age. Ask your questions and get real answers. Maybe you'll discover a path you hadn't considered!

📅 Thursday, November 19, 2026
🕠 5:30pm to 7pm
📍 Library Multipurpose Meeting Room (2nd Floor)

Registration is NOT required but if you have questions about this event, contact Skye via email at [email protected].

Join us for a Hearing Health Seminar & Hearing Screenings with Coates Hearing Clinic. Dr. Gayle Yoder will be presenting...
10/20/2026

Join us for a Hearing Health Seminar & Hearing Screenings with Coates Hearing Clinic. Dr. Gayle Yoder will be presenting on hearing health followed by free hearing screenings for interested community members.

😀 All ages
📆 Friday, November 20, 2026
🕕 11am to 12:30pm
📍Multipurpose Meeting Room - 2nd floor

Registration is optional but highly recommended. Sign up using one of the methods below:
📩 Email Skye at [email protected]
🤳 Call Skye at 984-985-2665
💻 Fill out the for online at https://forms.gle/F4Yrndu4Eyz9AX388

Join us in honoring the incredible PLJCS Friends of the Library during National Friends of the Library Week, October 18-...
10/19/2026

Join us in honoring the incredible PLJCS Friends of the Library during National Friends of the Library Week, October 18-24! 🎉

This week, we celebrate the volunteers who support our mission, enrich our programs, and enhance our community resources. Join us in saying THANK YOU, FRIENDS for all you do! 🙌

Learn how you can become a Friends of the Public Library of Johnston County & Smithfield and help make a difference. Visit our Friends of the Library webpage at https://www.pljcs.org/friends. ♥️

Want to show your support? Shop the Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale in November. Get book sale details at https://www.pljcs.org/book-sales.

"Take Apart Time" is back in November! Join the Youth Services Department for an open play, exploratory, investigative, ...
10/19/2026

"Take Apart Time" is back in November! Join the Youth Services Department for an open play, exploratory, investigative, floating hour for children to get familiar with tools and tinkering. 🔩🔧 Adult assistance/supervision may be required depending on the ability of your child.

😀 Children ages 5-12
📅 Friday, November 13, 2026
🕚 10am to 11am & 4pm to 5pm
📍 Youth Services Department Tween Area

The Youth Services Department is actively taking donations of technology and electronics for this program. We can accept the following:
🔧 Wired computer keyboards
🔧 Wired computer mice
🔧 Basic calculators
🔧 Landline telephones
🔧 Remote controls (with batteries removed)
🔧 Small battery-operated toys (with batteries removed)
🔧 CD/DVD drives and players
🔧 Simple speakers
🔧 Desktop computers (with CMOS battery removed)

Join us for Scrabble Squad at the library! Join fellow word game lovers every Wednesday for a few fun rounds. 😀 Intended...
10/18/2026

Join us for Scrabble Squad at the library! Join fellow word game lovers every Wednesday for a few fun rounds.

😀 Intended for all ages
📅 Wednesdays (November 4, 11, 18, & 25)
🕐 10am to 12pm
📍 Library Board Room (2nd Floor)

Contact Skye at [email protected] with questions.

📚 Book Your Week at the Library! (10/19/26 - 10/24/26) 📅We've got a busy week ahead at PLJCS! Join us for fun crafts, b...
10/18/2026

📚 Book Your Week at the Library! (10/19/26 - 10/24/26) 📅

We've got a busy week ahead at PLJCS! Join us for fun crafts, book clubs, storytimes, games, classes, and more!

Please note that the following events require pre-registration (registration is closed as all spots are filled):
🕷 10/19: Sweet and Spooky Science
👾 10/20: Monster Wreaths

The Friends of the Library will welcome Ed Southern (NC folklore and ghost stories) to the library for an "after hours" event on Friday, October 23 from 7pm to 8:30pm (doors open at 6:45pm). This event is now a FREE community event.

Autumn mood. 🍄🍂🍁🌰📙📖We're staying in and reading today. Give us all of your best book recommendations in the comments.
10/17/2026

Autumn mood. 🍄🍂🍁🌰📙📖

We're staying in and reading today. Give us all of your best book recommendations in the comments.

Take a look at the front of the library and you'll spot something new: a window mural featuring children reading beneath...
10/16/2026

Take a look at the front of the library and you'll spot something new: a window mural featuring children reading beneath trees made of books, installed by Magic Murals in Smithfield.

It's a little reminder that, here, curiosity has room to grow.

You'll find it on our windows facing Market Street, right beside Market Street Commons Park. Next time you are downtown, stop by and check it out.

Grab your aprons and join the Youth Services Department to bring in the harvest! We'll make "harvest hash trail mix" and...
10/16/2026

Grab your aprons and join the Youth Services Department to bring in the harvest! We'll make "harvest hash trail mix" and discuss the differences between mixtures and compounds. Each participant will get their own bag of trail mix and enough to share with friends!

PLEASE NOTE: If you have any allergies, reach out to staff in advance to determine if any of those foods will be used in the program.

😀 Children: 3rd - 7th graders
📆 Friday, November 16, 2026
🕕 4pm to 5pm
📍Multipurpose Meeting Room - 2nd floor

Registration is required. Sign up by emailing Ashley at [email protected] (you will receive a confirmation email).

Address

305 E Market Street
Smithfield, NC
27577

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 7:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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