March 2023

LIBRARY NEWS

Year in Review

2022 Stats at a Glance

Curious about the most popular reads in 2022? Wondering how many people visited the library or the number of materials checked out in Stillwater?

Take a look at the library's 2022 year in review. Check out some of the highlights from the past year or place a hold on one of the top checkouts (select Learn More and then click on a book cover).

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Free Coffee Break

1st Wednesday of Month

“I see books. I see coffee. I see a good day ahead.” - Unknown

Stillwater Public Library Foundation shares free coffee and tea at the library on the first Wednesday of each month to thank library users and Foundation donors. Stop by the lower level near the Public Services Desk from 10 AM to Noon.

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One-on-One Tech Help Sessions

Our librarians are always happy to help you use our technology-related resources, but sometimes you might need more than a quick tip or instruction. Perhaps you'd like to get started with downloadable audiobooks or maybe you have an aging parent needing patient guidance on technology. Our Tech Help sessions can make a big difference in increasing comfort with a device or accessing information.

Sign up for an hour-long session to work individually with a technology assistant at Stillwater Public Library. We offer a wide range of tech help, including using a computer, getting on the internet, or using a phone, tablet, or reader to access e-books and other library resources.

Registration is required for these one-on-one sessions. Following are some upcoming Tech Help dates and times:

Friday, March 10 at 2:00 PM

Tuesday, March 14 at 11:00 AM
Friday, March 24 at 2:00 PM
Tuesday, March 28 at 11:00 AM

Tuesday, April 4 at 2:00 PM

with additional dates in April

Spring Break at the Library

If you’re planning a staycation for spring break this year and looking for some free fun, stop into the library.

Clay Boxes with Silly Millies
Monday, March 20 at 10:30 AM
Create mini works of art using polymer clay and a special twisting technique. Ages 6-12. Registration required.

Baby & Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, March 21 at 10:30 AM

Building with Bricks
Tuesday, March 21 from 4 to 5 PM

Preschool Storytime
Wednesday, Mar. 22 at 10:30 & 11:30 AM

Learn to Cross-Stitch for Teens
Wednesday, March 22 at 6 PM
Tweens and teens (ages 11-18) can try the fun and therapeutic craft of cross-stitching. Registration required.

Wildlife Show
Thursday, March 23 at 10:30 AM
The whole family is invited to experience this one-of-a-kind program that introduces attendees to animals they've probably never seen before. Registration is not required, but space is limited.

FROM OUR ARCHIVES

Norwegian Ski Club
Circa 1889

From the library's John Runk Historical Collection, we found this photo of the Norwegian Ski Club of Stillwater, Minnesota, in 1889. Left to right, top row, Martin Olstad, Emil Grant, Pete Foss, John Johnson, Mikkal Thon, Nels Paulson, and Bert Johnson. Bottom row, Ole H. Olsen, Hans Olsen, Nick Bakke, Jens Olsen, John Anderson, Mikkal Hemmingstvet.

The club was formally organized in 1887 to "visit St. Paul during the carnival and practice the old-country sport at home" as written in the January 15, 1887, edition of the Stillwater Messenger. See page 4, column 6 for the reference to the ski club.

You can further explore the past with the library's collection of newspapers, magazines, and manuscripts. Dig into history with local, state, and national resources.

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