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Now available: Chromebooks for in-library use

You can now check-out one of our Chromebook to use anywhere within the library!

Chromebooks are available for check-out at the reference desk. Continued »

March: Historic Entrance Stairs project – Temporary Public Entrance

The Stevens Memorial Library’s Historic Entrance Stairways Project is underway. The Historic Entrance is closed for the duration of the project. The Temporary Public Entrance is on Greene Street.  The adjacent lawn is a construction zone, fenced for safety.  The Library hours remain the same.   What’s happening? The Historic Entrance Stairways are an important feature of the Library’s façade, part of its 1907 construction. Some repairs have been done over the years, however, the current issues with the stairs and brickwork require more than a repair this time.  The completed project maintains the facade, reusing the granite steps.  For more information on the project, visit the Historic Steps project here.

5/13 Books & Babies

Monday, May 13th from 10:30AM-11:30AM

This infant lapsit program will provide early literacy opportunities for caregivers and babies through a story time with interactive song, movement, and fingerplay. After the program, babies and adults will have time to play and socialize. Siblings are welcome. This program is for children from birth to 18 months. Weekly sign-up necessary! 

5/13 Beginning Chapter Book Chat

Monday, May 13th from 3:30PM-4:30PM

Is your child just starting to read Chapter Books? Are they working on building reading and comprehension skills? Join us for our Beginning Chapter Book Chat! This program is for students in grades K and UP. This month: “Rosie Revere and the Racous Riveters” by Andrea Beaty.  Registration is appreciated!  Continued »

5/14 Teen Book Chat

Tuesday, May 14th from 3:30PM-4:30PM

Our monthly teen book chats are the perfect place to meet with fellow book-lovers. Eat some snacks and chat about books! This program is for students in grades 6-12. This month we will be discussing Going Bicoastal by Dahlia Adler. Continued »

5/14 Page Turners Picture Book Chat

Tuesday, May 14th from 5PM-5:45PM

Kids and their caregivers are invited to join our Picture Book chat! Each month, we will read a picture book together then make a story-themed craft.  This month we are reading “Du Iz Tak” by Carson Ellis. Books are available at the Children’s Room Desk.  Registration is appreciated!

5/15 Toddler Time

Wednesday, May 15th from 10:30AM-11:30AM

Storytime for toddlers will include songs, stories, puppets, manipulatives and more to help lay the foundation for early literacy. Time for play/socialization will be available after the program. Siblings are welcome. Weekly sign-up necessary! This program is for children 18-36 months.

5/15 Teen Anime Group

Wednesday, May 15th from 2:30PM-3:30PM

If you love Japanese anime and manga then this is the program for you! Even if you’re just getting into anime you’ll have a great time. Sample a new anime each month and chat with your friends about it online! No need to register! Just drop in! This program is for students in grades 6-12

5/15 Stitching Circle *new*

Wednesday, May 15th from 7PM-8PM

A drop-in social group for stitchers of all kinds- whether you knit, crochet, or sew, please stop by and craft with us! Bring supplies you no longer want or need for the destash table. Light refreshments will be provided. All skill levels welcome! Stitching Circle is every third Wednesday of the month. 

5/16 DELAYED OPENING – 1PM

Thursday, May 16th the library will have a delayed opening for a staff meeting. 

The library will be open from 1PM-9PM.

Our E-Library is always open, find books, research help and more!

5/16 Novel Conversations Family Book Chat

Thursday, May 16th from 5PM-6PM

We are excited to offer a family book chat! Kids in grades 3 – 7 *and a caregiver* will read the same book, and get together to discuss.  This month’s book is “Across the Desert” by Dusti Bowling.  Registration is appreciated! Continued »

5/17 Preschool Story Time

Friday, May 17th from 10:30AM-11:30AM

Preschoolers can join us on Fridays for their very own Story Time! We will use stories, songs, felt boards and more to help your child to develop early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. Each meeting will conclude with a craft to reinforce additional skills. Siblings are welcome. This week’s theme is: Social Emotional Learning

Weekly sign-up necessary! This program is for children 3-5 years old.

5/17 Pokemon Club

Friday, May 17th from 3:30PM-4:30PM

Do you like Pokemon? Want to hang out with other people who do? Bring your cards and come to trade, see what others have and play Pokemon with us!