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kids at story time

Preschool Story Time

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Program Room at Bitterroot Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children, Family

Event Details:

Join Annika for Preschool Story Time with stories, early literacy activities and games. Ages 3 to 5. Registration required. Story time may be held on the West Lawn, weather permitt...

Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Annika for Preschool Story Time with stories, early literacy activities and games. Ages 3 to 5. Registration required. Story time may be held on the West Lawn, weather permitting.

chess board

Youth Chess Club

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Program Room at Bitterroot Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Tweens, Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Do you love chess, want to improve, or just want to learn how to play? Join Daniel and Annika at the library every other Tuesday of the month to play others in friendly games of ch...

Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love chess, want to improve, or just want to learn how to play? Join Daniel and Annika at the library every other Tuesday of the month to play others in friendly games of chess. Boards and pieces are provided by the library.

storytime

Baby and Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Program Room at Bitterroot Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Babies, Children

Event Details:

Join Annika, the Youth Services Librarian, to sing, rhyme, read, and dance alongside your little ones. Afterwards, stay for social interaction, sensory exploration and playtime. Th...

Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Annika, the Youth Services Librarian, to sing, rhyme, read, and dance alongside your little ones. Afterwards, stay for social interaction, sensory exploration and playtime.

kids at story time

Preschool Story Time

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Program Room at Bitterroot Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children, Family

Event Details:

Join Annika for Preschool Story Time with stories, early literacy activities and games. Ages 3 to 5. Registration required. Story time may be held on the West Lawn, weather permitt...

Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Annika for Preschool Story Time with stories, early literacy activities and games. Ages 3 to 5. Registration required. Story time may be held on the West Lawn, weather permitting.

macrame bookmark

Macrame Bookmark Take Home Kit

All Day 3/14
Take-Home Kit at Bitterroot Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens

Event Details:

First come first serve macrame bookmark kit. All materials included to make a bookmark for your next read! 

Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Take-Home Kit
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

First come first serve macrame bookmark kit. All materials included to make a bookmark for your next read! 

statue of socrates

Socrates Cafe

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Community Program Room at Bitterroot Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

You are invited to examine, learn, and think with others. Learn how others view the world. Bring your questions and we will select one or two to discuss as a group. Let's generate ...

Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

You are invited to examine, learn, and think with others. Learn how others view the world. Bring your questions and we will select one or two to discuss as a group. Let's generate community, understanding, and change.

storytime

Baby and Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Program Room at Bitterroot Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Babies, Children

Event Details:

Join Annika, the Youth Services Librarian, to sing, rhyme, read, and dance alongside your little ones. Afterwards, stay for social interaction, sensory exploration and playtime. Th...

Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Annika, the Youth Services Librarian, to sing, rhyme, read, and dance alongside your little ones. Afterwards, stay for social interaction, sensory exploration and playtime.

art supplies

Artful Thinking

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Program Room at Bitterroot Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens

Event Details:

This hands-on art program lets kids explore all kinds of materials and techniques—from painting and sculpture to collage and more! We'll learn about different artists each week and...

Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This hands-on art program lets kids explore all kinds of materials and techniques—from painting and sculpture to collage and more! We'll learn about different artists each week and create our own masterpieces along the way.

kids at story time

Preschool Story Time

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Program Room at Bitterroot Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children, Family

Event Details:

Join Annika for Preschool Story Time with stories, early literacy activities and games. Ages 3 to 5. Registration required. Story time may be held on the West Lawn, weather permitt...

Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Annika for Preschool Story Time with stories, early literacy activities and games. Ages 3 to 5. Registration required. Story time may be held on the West Lawn, weather permitting.

chess board

Youth Chess Club

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Program Room at Bitterroot Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Tweens, Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Do you love chess, want to improve, or just want to learn how to play? Join Daniel and Annika at the library every other Tuesday of the month to play others in friendly games of ch...

Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love chess, want to improve, or just want to learn how to play? Join Daniel and Annika at the library every other Tuesday of the month to play others in friendly games of chess. Boards and pieces are provided by the library.

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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

09/02/2024 @ 9:30am–06/30/2027 @ 5:00pm
Babies, Children
Other
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Take-Home Kit
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

What is 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten?

Read 1,000 books (yes, you can read the same book multiple times) with your child before kindergarten, build their vocabulary and imagination, and earn fun prizes!

100 Books Before Graduation

09/02/2024 @ 9:30am–06/30/2027 @ 5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Other
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Take-Home Kit
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

What is 100 Books Before Graduation?

Read 100 books before you graduate high school, write a few book reviews, and earn awesome prizes!

How do I participate?

Are you 13-18 years old?

Candy Land of Stories: Winter Reading Adventure

01/12/2026 @ 9:30am–03/27/2026 @ 5:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Other
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Library (General)
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

🍭Independent readers are invited to journey through a sweet world of imagination! Start your adventure by picking up a Candy Land of Stories map and task booklet at the Bitterroot Public Library.

Epic Encounters: D&D in the Library

3:45pm–5:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Other
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Epic Encounters

1st & 3rd Fridays | 3:45–5:45

Arcane Adventures: D&D in the Library

3:45pm–5:45pm
Tweens, Teens
Other
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Arcane Adventures

1st & 3rd Fridays | 3:45–5:45

Youth Chess Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Other
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love chess, want to improve, or just want to learn how to play? Join Daniel and Annika at the library every other Tuesday of the month to play others in friendly games of chess. Boards and pieces are provided by the library.

Culinary Travelers

3:30pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Other
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Embark on a delicious adventure! Kids will explore and create global recipes from countries around the world—learning fun cooking skills, tasting new flavors, and discovering the stories behind each dish.

Socrates Cafe

6:30pm–9:00pm
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

You are invited to examine, learn, and think with others. Learn how others view the world. Bring your questions and we will select one or two to discuss as a group. Let's generate community, understanding, and change.

Epic Encounters: D&D in the Library

3:45pm–5:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Other
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Epic Encounters

1st & 3rd Fridays | 3:45–5:45

Arcane Adventures: D&D in the Library

3:45pm–5:45pm
Tweens, Teens
Other
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Arcane Adventures

1st & 3rd Fridays | 3:45–5:45

SpectrUM Science Kit

All Day
Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Arts & Crafts, Other
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Take-Home Kit
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other

Youth Chess Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Other
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love chess, want to improve, or just want to learn how to play? Join Daniel and Annika at the library every other Tuesday of the month to play others in friendly games of chess. Boards and pieces are provided by the library.

Documenting Montana’s Constitutional History: 1867, 1884, 1889, & 1972

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Other
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Documenting Montana’s Constitutional History: 1867, 1884, 1889, & 1972

Quantum Discussion Group

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Does Wave Particle Duality keep you up at night?

D&D Club

3:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Other
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dungeons & Dragons Club

4th Fridays | 3:00–5:00

Socrates Cafe

6:30pm–9:00pm
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

You are invited to examine, learn, and think with others. Learn how others view the world. Bring your questions and we will select one or two to discuss as a group. Let's generate community, understanding, and change.

Death Cafe

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Death Café (www.deathcafe.com) is a gathering of people interested in discussing all aspects of death and dying. It’s not a bereavement group, nor is it a forum for promoting agendas, expert opinions, or products.

Epic Encounters: D&D in the Library

3:45pm–5:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Other
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Epic Encounters

1st & 3rd Fridays | 3:45–5:45

Arcane Adventures: D&D in the Library

3:45pm–5:45pm
Tweens, Teens
Other
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Arcane Adventures

1st & 3rd Fridays | 3:45–5:45

Youth Chess Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Other
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love chess, want to improve, or just want to learn how to play? Join Daniel and Annika at the library every other Tuesday of the month to play others in friendly games of chess. Boards and pieces are provided by the library.

Culinary Travelers

3:30pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Other
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Embark on a delicious adventure! Kids will explore and create global recipes from countries around the world—learning fun cooking skills, tasting new flavors, and discovering the stories behind each dish.

Friends of the Bitterroot Public Library Book Sale

10:00am–3:00pm
Family
Other
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Friends of the Bitterroot Public Library Book Sale will take place in the Community room of the Bitterroot Public Library from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cold Weather Natural Building with Daniel Ray

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Other
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Virtual Events
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Learn how natural building methods are still used today around the world, and how applicable they are in cold climates like Montana.

Socrates Cafe

6:30pm–9:00pm
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Bitterroot Public Library
Room: Community Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

You are invited to examine, learn, and think with others. Learn how others view the world. Bring your questions and we will select one or two to discuss as a group. Let's generate community, understanding, and change.