Starks Branch

Are you ready for the Summer Reading Program? Stop by the Starks Branch and let our staff help you get signed up! Enjoy games, refreshments, and all the excitement as we kick off a summer of reading and fun.

Join us for a delightful evening of chatting with friends, both old and new. Refreshments will be provided.

Join us each week for stories, songs, movement, and playful activities designed to support early literacy for children ages 0-5. With a focus on "read, sing, talk, write, play," little learners build vocabulary and social-emotional skills while caregivers pick up tips they can use at home.

Got an old stuffed animal ready for a glow-up? Join us for DIY décor with an upcycling twist! Teens will reimagine and transform old stuffies into quirky, one-of-a-kind décor from cuddly to completely extraordinary. Come get creative and give something old a brand-new life! Registration is required.

Relax and unwind at the Starks Branch! Enjoy a creative atmosphere that is perfect for expressing your artistic side through coloring. Supplies and refreshments will be provided.

Join us each week for stories, songs, movement, and playful activities designed to support early literacy for children ages 0-5. With a focus on "read, sing, talk, write, play," little learners build vocabulary and social-emotional skills while caregivers pick up tips they can use at home.

Join us to create delicious mini pies using pre-made supplies while exploring blackout poetry! Make a piece of art and enjoy a tasty treat to go with it. All supplies are provided, just bring yourself! Registration is required.

Celebrate the busy bees that keep our world blooming! Meet a local beekeeper, learn how hives work, and see real beekeeping equipment. Families can enjoy bee-themed crafts, activities, and plenty of buzz-worthy fun.

Enjoy a fun and relaxing evening of puzzles at the Starks Branch! From jigsaws to crosswords, word searches to logic games, there's a challenge waiting for everyone.

Join us each week for stories, songs, movement, and playful activities designed to support early literacy for children ages 0-5. With a focus on "read, sing, talk, write, play," little learners build vocabulary and social-emotional skills while caregivers pick up tips they can use at home.

Join us for an unforgettable program with storyteller Peter Villegas! Through the soothing sounds of the Native American flute and powerful storytelling, Peter brings to life the rich traditions, history, and enduring legacy of Indigenous cultures.

Join us for a delightful evening of chatting with friends, both old and new. Refreshments will be provided.

Discover the Whooping Crane! Learn fascinating facts from the International Crane Foundation about this majestic big bird, once common in our region and now successfully reintroduced. Discover why the Whooping Crane is so special and how we can all help protect it.

Drop by the Teen Game Café and pick your play! Whether you're into board games or Nintendo® Switch battles, there's something for everyone. Bring your friends, enjoy a snack, and game your way to a good time! Registration is required.

Craft a new, whimsical companion for your home! Join us as we create an adorable indoor garden gnome using fun themed socks, faux fur, wooden beads, and more! Perfect for adding a touch of charm to your home, no garden needed! Registration is required.

Join us each week for stories, songs, movement, and playful activities designed to support early literacy for children ages 0-5. With a focus on "read, sing, talk, write, play," little learners build vocabulary and social-emotional skills while caregivers pick up tips they can use at home.