Events

Share your year in reading—favorites, flops, surprises—and discover new titles in this casual, open-format book discussion for readers of all kinds.

Where are we going? Why, the North Pole of course! Chug on over to the library for stories, games, and hot chocolate refreshments. You may even meet Santa if you believe!

Looking for a meaningful volunteer experience? Want to make your voice heard? Help shape the future of teen programs, spaces, and collections at your library. Stop by any location for an application.

Explore the Arctic and its unique wildlife with a scavenger hunt, a visit from Santa, and a variety of other engaging icy activities.

Join us for a festive, fun-filled adventure with puzzles, clues, and the grumpy Grinch in this holiday-themed challenge.  

Chill out and enjoy festive crafts and activities, sip on cocoa, get a free family photo, and cozy up with a movie. It'll be winter magic for the whole family!

Don’t be a Grinch, step into Whoville at the library! Enjoy a merry day filled with games, crafts, warm cocoa, a holiday movie, and a festive photo spot straight out of Whoville.

Oh no! Santa has been locked in his toy shop! Use the puzzles and clues to help him escape in time for Christmas Eve! Call the branch for a time slot. Young children must be supervised by an adult.

Oh no! Santa has been locked in his toy shop! Use the puzzles and clues to help him escape in time for Christmas Eve! Call the branch for a time slot. Young children must be supervised by an adult.

Explore the various branches of Stark Library and catch a cozy, family viewing of your favorite wintery films! Bring your jammies and some movie buddies and settle into snowflake season. Mr. Popper's Penguins is rated PG. 

Parents and parents-to-be 25 years old and under, join us for storytime, activities, and more! Read to your child for an opportunity to win books and other prizes. Refreshments provided.

Hang out with your friends and make new friends at the Library. Enjoy activities including music, art, STEM, snap circuits, and more. Each day will bring something new to do and explore.

Feeling nostalgic? Introduce some old school cool crafts to your kids. Dress for the decade for some extra fun! Please register all adults and children.

Dec 18 | Perler Beads

Jan 29 | Gimp Bracelets

Feb 26 | Beaded Geckos

Make your winter SPARKLE as we create a variety of stars from around the world!

Looking for a meaningful volunteer experience? Want to make your voice heard? Help shape the future of teen programs, spaces, and collections at your library. Stop by any location for an application.

Come in from the cold and warm up with a fun and energetic animal program presented by the amazing Outback Ray! 

Outback Ray is a reptile enthusiast and all around nature lover who can't wait to share his knowledge about…

Parents and parents-to-be 25 years old and under, join us for storytime, activities, and more! Read to your child for an opportunity to win books and other prizes. Refreshments provided.

In case of emergency, does your family have a plan? Adults and kids alike are invited to make safety prep fun for the whole family.

Young attendees will spend the time creating and decorating a family first aid kit. Adults will create…

Discover how reptiles survive the cold with Stark Parks!  Learn cool facts about brumation, habitats, and how these cold-blooded creatures adapt in winter. Live reptiles included!

Moon milk is a warm, soothing beverage that originates from India’s ancient Ayurvedic practice. Try something new and relax with sweet pink cherry and vanilla variants of this comforting drink.

Note: Program is dairy free – oat milk will be…