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Programs & Services By Age

Children (Ages 0-5)

Build essential language skills through storytimes, specially selected books, and early literacy activities for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Children (Ages 5-12)

Make learning fun! Explore read-alike book picks, join in scavenger hunts and library programs, or tap into homework and project resources.

Teens

Discover your next great read or connect with resources on everything from chemistry and literature to driving tests and exam prep.

Teachers and Youth Leaders

We support and welcome teachers and youth leaders! Learn how we can help you and your students.

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Children’s News

Youth Writing Contest Winners

Youth Writing Contest Winners

October 15, 2024: We extend our warmest congratulations to all the young writers who participated in our writing contest! Sixteen talented writers, ages 8-12, submitted stories inspired by Just Keep Walking, a middle-grade novel by Erin Soderberg Downing. Erin, who...

Discovery Room: Pick Your Own Fun

Discovery Room: Pick Your Own Fun

Our Discovery Room is transformed into a bountiful apple orchard in September through November! Run a farm stand, weigh apples, bake pretend pies, and count play money. Open during library hours, the Discovery Room offers a space for kids and caregivers to play,...

Naturalist-in-Residence Programs

Naturalist-in-Residence Programs

Embark on a journey into the natural world with Andy Weaver, former Stillwater Area High School biology and environmental science teacher. As the Naturalist-in-Residence at Stillwater and Bayport public libraries, Andy invites children (ages 8+) and their families to...