Stuffed Animal Day

by Lauren Abbott | Oct 6, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 comments

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by Lauren Abbott | Oct 6, 2020 | 0 comments

Bring your teddy bear to the library on October 14th! Anybody who brings in their stuffed animal friend gets a special treat.

September 2026 Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | August 24, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

Story Time, Toddler Time, & Book Babies This September, our littlest patrons are exploring the letter "C" and rumbling through the construction zone, with sessions for every age and stage: Storytime & After Dinner Storytime (ages 3–5, with adult) — Tuesdays &...

September 2026 Programs for Teens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | August 24, 2026 | Blog, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Teen Action Council The Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Due to our shelving upgrade closure, we will meet the second Wednesday of September. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us...

September 2026 Programs for Adults

by Mary Kirkpatrick | August 24, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

Midday Meetup Book Club Prefer to talk books over lunch? Our midday book club is Thursday, September 10 from 11:30 AM–12:30 PM in the Community Room to discuss Daniel James Brown's The Boys in the Boat. A great option if evenings don't work with your schedule....

August 2026 Events

by Mary Kirkpatrick | July 18, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

AO3 at the Library: Fanfiction Short Story Contest Calling all storytellers! Do you have a favorite book, movie, show, video game, or fictional world you just can't let go of? Now's your chance to give it the spin it deserves. Write an original fan fiction story for...

July 2026 Events for Teens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | June 29, 2026 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Summer Reading 2026: Unearth a Story Summer Reading 2026 is here! This summer, we’re Unearthing a Story, and we want you to dig in with us. From Monday, June 8 through Saturday, August 1, read your way to awesome prizes. Sign-ups start June 8th — online with Beanstack...

July 2026 Events for Adults

by Mary Kirkpatrick | June 29, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

July 2026 Events for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | June 29, 2026 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Summer Reading 2026: Unearth a Story Summer Reading 2026 is here! This summer, we're Unearthing a Story, and we want you to dig in with us. From Monday, June 8 through Saturday, August 1, read your way to awesome prizes. Sign-ups start June 8th — online with Beanstack...

June 2026 Events for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | May 29, 2026 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Flood 50 STEM Take Home Kits Stop by the Circulation Desk June 1–6 to pick up a free guided activity booklet and STEM supplies kit designed for kids ages 6-11 and their families (limit one per family). Activities explore the science and history of the Teton Dam Flood...

June 2026 Events for Teens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | May 29, 2026 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Flood 50 We're honored to be part of the city-wide Flood 50 commemoration — remembering the Teton Dam Flood 50 years later. Stop by to explore photo displays and Flood memorabilia, pick up a "Where Did I Put..." emergency preparedness folder (one per family), and grab...

June 2026 Events for Adults

by Mary Kirkpatrick | May 29, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

Flood 50 We’re honored to be part of the city-wide Flood 50 commemoration — remembering the Teton Dam Flood 50 years later. Stop by to explore photo displays and Flood memorabilia, pick up a “Where Did I Put…” emergency preparedness folder (one per family), and grab a...

Story Time – Creepy Crawlies

by Lauren Abbott | Oct 6, 2020 | Blog, Story Time | 0 comments

Story Time: Creepy Crawlies

This week in online story time, we learned a new letter, "C", which is the first letter in the words, "Creepy Crawlies". Have fun with creepy crawlies as you read books, go outside, and discover what insects and spiders do.

Join us live Tuesdays at 10:30 AM - Online on Facebook

Ages 2-5

Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play

Read & Talk

See the world: "Illustrations convey meaning and carry information, especially in non-fiction books where pages are often filled with commentary that is not in the text. Be sure to "read" your way around the pages-read and discuss the captions, tables, charts, and the information conveyed by the illustrations themselves."

- www.getreadytoread.org

Activity

Help your child check out a junior non-fiction book from the library such as, "Creepy Crawlers." Look at the illustrations or pictures first, and then "read" your way around the pages. Ask your child questions like, "Have you seen this before?" or "What does this look like to you?"

Books Presented

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Creepy Crawlers by Lynn Huggins-Cooper

Describes unusual species of insects and spiders that have unique features and behaviors that help them adapt to their habitats.

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I'm Trying to Love Spiders by Bethany Barton

I’m Trying to Love Spiders will help you see these amazing arachnids in a whole new light, from their awesomely excessive eight eyes, to the seventy-five pounds of bugs a spider can eat in a single year!

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Can You Make a Scary Face? by Ed Emberley

A ladybug invites the reader to play a game of "let's pretend."

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Songs, Rhymes, and Fingerplays

Creepy Crawlies Family Finger Song

Busy bee, Busy bee, where are you?
There you are, there you are!
How do you do?

Busy bee, busy bee, what do you do?
I build a hive and make honey
That’s what I do

Clever spider...
I spin a web and catch a fly
That’s what I do

Small red Ant...
I carry things heavier than me
That’s what I do

Ladybug...
I eat aphids all day long
That’s what I do

Caterpillar...
I eat lots of leaves so I can sleep
That’s what I do

Butterfly...
I pollinate summer flowers
That’s what I do

- Adapted from Nurseryrhymes.org

Here is the Beehive

Here is the beehive,
Where are the bees?
Hidden away where nobody sees.
Watch and you'll see them come out of the hive. One...two...three...four...five!
Buzz...buzz...buzz...buzz...buzz.

Here is the beehive,
Where are the bees?
Hidden away where nobody sees.
Watch and you'll see them land on the floor.
One...two...three...four!
Buzz...buzz...buzz...buzz.

Here is the beehive,
Where are the bees?
Hidden away where nobody sees.
Watch and you'll see them come out of the tree.
One...two...three! Buzz...buzz...buzz.

Here is the beehive, Where are the bees?
Hidden away where nobody sees.
Watch and you'll see them come out of the hive. One...two...three...four...five.
Buzz...buzz...buzz...buzz...buzz.
Buzzzzzzzzz...they've all flown away!

- Nurseryrhymes.org

The Ants Go Marching

The ants go marching one by one, hurrah, hurrah.
The ants go marching one by one, hurrah, hurrah.
The ants go marching one by one,
The little one stops to suck his thumb.
And they all go marching down,
To the ground, to get out, of the rain.
BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!
…two…tie her shoe…
…three….climb a tree…
…four…shut the door…
…five…take a dive…
…six…pick up sticks…
…seven…pray to heaven…
…eight…check the gate…
…nine…check the time…
…ten…say “The End!”

- Traditional

Crafts and Activities

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Coloring Page

Print out this coloring page!

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Caterpillar Craft

Make this hungry caterpillar craft!

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Additional Books

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Creepy, Crawly Caterpillars by Margery Facklam

A close-up look at 13 different types of caterpillars.

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Bye-Bye, Big Bad Bullybug! by Ed Emberley

Die-cut pages reveal the scary and mean parts of a bullybug as it prepares to attack some itty-bitty baby bugs, but a rescuer arrives on the scene before the bully can make good on its threats.

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Incredible Insects: A Counting Book by Sheena Deviah

Can you count all the insects? Check out this ebook on the StoryBerries website!

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Creepy, Crawly Bugs by Sandra Markle

Offers a close look at baby insects.

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The Best Bug Parade by Stuart J. Murphy

A variety of different bugs compare their relative sizes while going on parade.

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Story Time: Favorites

by Marybeth Isle | May 1, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Let’s have some fun with a few of the librarian’s favorite classic picture books! Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. in the Community Room or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Activity Room. Ages 3-5 Sing, Talk, Read, Write, Play Tip The concept of loud and...

Story Time: Something NEW in March

by Marybeth Isle | March 31, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

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Story Time: F is for Flowers

by Marybeth Isle | March 24, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

It’s spring! The sun is out, the birds are singing, and we can all be on the lookout for flowers. Spring can seem like a magical time for kids and a big part of that magic is flowers. Looking for the green leaves and stems poking out of the dirt, finding the buds...

Story Time: F is for Fairy Tale

by Marybeth Isle | March 19, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Once upon a time, in a castle far away… Fairy tales might seem like old stories, but reading them has many benefits for children. They can spark imagination and creativity. Magical descriptions can expand a child’s vocabulary. And many fairy tales are a fun way to...

Story Time: F is for Food

by Marybeth Isle | March 11, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Food brings people together. Whether it's a family reunion, a birthday party, dinner time, or even a snack at the park, sharing food enhances cooperation, communication, and caring. So, the next time you read a book with food in it, talk with your child about the role...

Story Time: F is for Friends

by Marybeth Isle | March 5, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

For some children, making friends can be difficult, but practicing at home can help. Try some of the strategies found at PBS Kids for Parents. Then read a book about friends and talk about how the characters used the strategies and what happened. Join us Tuesdays, and...

Story Time: Something NEW, just for YOU! plus Skating

by Marybeth Isle | February 25, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Check out some of these great new books at the library! They will have you spinning circles on the ice, sharing kindness in a variety of ways, and laughing out loud! And don’t forget the awesome application and extension activities, too. Join us Tuesdays, and...

Story Time: S is for Sledding and the OlympicS

by Marybeth Isle | February 11, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

You don’t need snow when you have your imagination! You can sit in a basket, box, or even the bathtub! So, jump on a “sled” and join us in a downhill adventure with these books and activities about the Winter Olympics and sledding! Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at...

Story Time: S is for Snow and Winter OlympicS

by Marybeth Isle | February 5, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

Enjoying a snowy day with your child is the perfect time to teach them about healthy competition. As you play, you can talk about: How to win and lose gracefully Encouraging all participants Congratulating the winner The value of cooperation and teamwork Feeling proud...

Story Time: Something NEW, Just for YOU! in January

by Marybeth Isle | January 27, 2026 | Blog, Kid's Corner, Story Time | 0 Comments

New books are great! If you haven’t had a chance to visit the library lately, you should come in and check out our section of New Non-fiction Books in the Children’s section. Non-fiction fuels curiosity, answers questions, is easily relatable to life, and builds...

October Lunch with Librarians

by Lauren Abbott | Oct 6, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 comments

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by Lauren Abbott | Oct 6, 2020 | 0 comments

This month's lunch with the librarians will be Monday, October 12 at 12:30pm in the Community Room. Come bring your brown bag or takeout and swap book ideas with fellow lit lovers in this informal gathering. We hold this every second Monday of the month.

September 2026 Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens

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June 2026 Events for Adults

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May 2026 Events

by Mary Kirkpatrick | April 30, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Teen Action Council The Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, May 6 in the Community Room at 4 PM! Apply to Join Teen Action Council Crafty...

Adult Programs April 2026

by Mary Kirkpatrick | March 27, 2026 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 Comments

Creative Writing Club Calling all storytelling enthusiasts ages 18+! Meet us in the Community Room at 6:00 PM on Wednesdays, April 1, 15, & 29. Share your writing, make new friends, and discuss your favorite work and the passion behind your craft. Let's inspire each...

Kid ‘n’ Tween Programs April 2026

by Mary Kirkpatrick | March 27, 2026 | Blog, Kid STEAM, Kid's Corner, Tween Scene, Tween STEAM | 0 Comments

Story Time and Early Literacy Join us this April for Early Literacy Programs! Toddler Time (Ages 1–3, walking toddlers & grown-ups) Mondays and Tuesdays at 9:30 AM in the Community Room.* Enjoy songs, stories, and tactile activities as we explore Fun with Favorites!...

October Kid and Tween STEAM

by Lauren Abbott | Oct 6, 2020 | Kid STEAM, Tween STEAM | 0 comments

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by Lauren Abbott | Oct 6, 2020 | 0 comments

Check out our October kid and tween STEAM Take N' Go kits below. Each will be available for pickup at the Youth Reference desk. Instructions will be available on our website and our YouTube channel.

Pumpkin Patch Marble Maze - available starting October 13

Learn about balance and gravity as you assemble a marble maze with paper, pom poms, and a paper plate.

Stained glass spiderweb craft - available starting October 276

Make colorful stained glass spiderwebs using tissue paper.

September 2026 Programs for Teens

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July 2026 Events for Teens

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Teen Programs April 2026

by Mary Kirkpatrick | March 27, 2026 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Teen Action Council The Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, April 1 in the Community Room at 4 PM! Apply to Join Teen Action Council Chess...

Teen Activities March 2026

by Mary Kirkpatrick | February 27, 2026 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Chess and Game Club Unplug and connect at Chess and Game Club! It's the perfect place to hang out, meet new people, and play some awesome games. Mondays at 4:00 PM in the Community Room, we'll have chess sets ready for players of all abilities, plus a rotating...

Teen Activities February 2026

by Mary Kirkpatrick | January 30, 2026 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Chess and Game Club Unplug and connect at Chess and Game Club! Join us on Mondays, February 2, 9, and 23 from 4:00-5:30 PM for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition. Whether you're a chess master or have never moved a pawn, we'll have chess sets ready for...

January 2026 Programs for Teens

by Mary Kirkpatrick | December 29, 2025 | Blog, Teen Crafts, Teen Zone | 0 Comments

Chess and Game Club Unplug and connect at Chess and Game Club! It's the perfect place to hang out, meet new people, and play some awesome games. Mondays at 4:30 PM in the Community Room, we'll have chess sets ready for players of all abilities, plus a rotating...

December 2025 Programs for All Ages

by Mary Kirkpatrick | November 26, 2025 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

Teen Action Council The Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, December 3 in the Community Room at 4 PM! Apply to Join Teen Action Council...

Upcoming Young League of Writers in October

by Lauren Abbott | Oct 6, 2020 | Blog, Teen Zone | 0 comments

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Would you like to share your writing with other teens your age or just make new friends?

Join the Young League of Writers for ages 12-17. We will meet for an hour to share what we've all been working on and talk about what makes writing great.

This month we will perfect our plots with Brandon Sanderson! View his SECOND Youtube video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrIogch5DBU. Then join us for a game and to share what you have been writing.

Get a Zoom invitation here.

September 2026 Programs for Teens

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Teen Action Council The Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, April 1 in the Community Room at 4 PM! Apply to Join Teen Action Council Chess...

Teen Activities March 2026

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by Mary Kirkpatrick | November 26, 2025 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

Teen Action Council The Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, December 3 in the Community Room at 4 PM! Apply to Join Teen Action Council...

October Adult Book Club

by Lauren Abbott | Oct 5, 2020 | Adult Arena, Blog | 0 comments

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by Lauren Abbott | Oct 5, 2020 | 0 comments

Join us on October 8th at 6:30 in the Community Room for a discussion of The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. Keep an eye out for the two most emphasized foods in the book - we'll be eating those as treats!

Book club copies available at the Circulation desk.

Visit the Book Club page

September 2026 Programs for Adults

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Adult Programs April 2026

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Dungeons & Dragons Tuesdays at 5:30 PM · March 3, 17 & 31 · Community Room · Ages 18+ Calling all adventurers! Whether you're a battle-hardened bard or brand-new to the game, join our Dungeons & Dragons party for adults (18+) and step into a world of imagination,...

Adult Activities February 2026

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Dungeons & Dragons Tuesdays at 5:30 PM · February 3 & 17 · Community Room · Ages 18+ Calling all adventurers! Whether you're a battle-hardened bard or brand-new to the game, join our Dungeons & Dragons party for adults (18+) and step into a world of imagination,...

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Dungeons & Dragons Tuesdays at 5:30 PM · January 6 & 20 · Community Room · Ages 18+ Calling all adventurers! Whether you're a battle-hardened bard or brand-new to the game, join our Dungeons & Dragons party for adults (18+) and step into a world of imagination,...

December 2025 Programs for All Ages

by Mary Kirkpatrick | November 26, 2025 | Adult Arena, Blog, Kid's Corner, Teen Zone, Tween Scene | 0 Comments

Teen Action Council The Teen Action Council gathers to discuss plans and come up with ways for the Library to serve teens. Select participants ages 13-18 are invited to join us Wednesday, December 3 in the Community Room at 4 PM! Apply to Join Teen Action Council...

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