Library Center of the Ozarks announces new classes, kids book swap
- K.D. Michaels
- Apr 3
- 2 min read
The Library Center of the Ozarks (LCO) is pleased to announce the return of the Master Gardeners of the Ozarks’ workshops. During the winter months, the Master Gardeners take a break from teaching to prepare for a slate of new classes.
Mary O’Brien, who organizes and leads the classes, said “Teaching classes at the Library helps to further our mission to provide horticultural information and training to the gardening public.”
New programs will be held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. All library programs are free and open to the public; no registration is required.
Please mark your calendar now so you do not miss any of the programs!
April 22: Seed Starting
June 24: Planting in Clay Soil
July 22: A Year in the Life of a Beehive
August 26: Succulent Propagation
September 23: Preserving Garden Herbs
In addition to the classes, the Master Gardeners also take care of the landscaping at LCO. Library Director Essy Day commented, “We are so fortunate to have such talented and caring people to not only teach classes, but also volunteer their time to plant, weed, water` and tend to all the beautiful flowers and plants around the library. Mary, Steve, Marina and Shanna recently updated the landscaping by installing planters at the front of the building. We cannot wait until spring when the flowers bloom!”
Kids Book Swap
The Library Center of the Ozarks is hosting a Kids Book Swap on Saturday.
The Library is partnering with the College of the Ozarks Rotaract Club for this fun annual event.
Children ages three to 13 are invited to bring a book to the library, and exchange it for another book of their choice for free. Children are encouraged to write a note inside the book they bring for the book's new owner. Some children's books may be provided for those who are unable to bring their own books.
The Book Swap is set for Saturday, April 5, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Library Center of the Ozarks, 200 South 4th Street in Branson.
Bring a book, get a book, Saturday, April 5, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
For more information about the Library’s services, programs and resources please visit the website at LCOzarks.com, follow the Library on Facebook and Instagram (lcozarks) or call the Library at 417-334-1418.