LEGO® Club encourages youth to learn while having fun! Creativity, problem solving, and teamwork are some of the skills that “playing” with LEGOs can teach us. All LEGOs will be provided. Please do NOT bring your own LEGOs from home.

Lens on Literature is the Library’s new nonfiction book club, designed for readers who enjoy exploring real stories, big ideas, and compelling histories—without debate or pressure. Each month, we focus on engaging nonfiction that inspires learning, curiosity, and conversation rooted in the book itself. To keep discussions enjoyable for everyone, all participants agree to be polite, stay on topic, and help create a welcoming space. April: Once Upon a Town: The Miracle of the North Platte Canteen by Bob Greene

Join the Library staff for a fun, educational time. All materials provided. Feel free to bring a poem to read that you wrote.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Our Maker Space, Studio 300, will be open so register now and bring your supplies in to work on your latest creative endeavor. We have a limited number of Maker Space equipment you can also sign up to use. (A1 Bambu Mini 3D printers, 3D scanner, Sewing machines, Sizzix and Cuttlebug embossing and cutting machine, a Cricut, a small heat press, an iron, a heat gun, various hand tools, etc…) For questions, to schedule usage of equipment, or…

If you love Cozy Mysteries this Cozy Book Club is for you. Have some tea or coffee and join a friendly book discussion about the Cozy Mystery of the month. April – Six Feet Deep Dish by Mindy Quigley

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. All teens, grades 7-12, are welcome to enjoy Friday After Hours. Food and games provided. For more information and to register, go to: https://www.baxtercountylibrary.org/event/teen-friday-after-hours-hadestown-musical-28283

Celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday with this special show which takes you on a musical journey through American history!

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Make a mini terrarium. Give it to someone who needs a breath of fresh air and a moment with nature. Each month make a gift to share with someone. Enjoy learning to make mixes in jars, lip balm, scarves, and more as we carefully craft these gifts together. Some classes will provide everything you need, others will require you to bring something or add something when you get home. For more information and to register, go to: https://www.baxtercountylibrary.org/event/year-giving-26632

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join Linda Gantz as we make cards or paper crafts. This month we will be making X marks the spot cards. For more information and to register, go to: https://www.baxtercountylibrary.org/event/make-it-crafty-card-making-26116

Join us on the second Tuesday of each month at Rapp’s Barren Brewing Company for an evening of literary enrichment at Ales & Tales. Each gathering features the reading of selected short stories or excerpts from novels, offering a unique storytelling experience. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will benefit the Baxter County Library Foundation, helping to support vital Library programs and services. We encourage guests to arrive by 5:00 PM to enjoy a meal and find a comfortable seat…

Danette House, traditional Ozarks storyteller, will bring to life a fast paced program rediscovering the language of the Ozarks Settlers.

Join the Library staff for a fun, educational time. All materials provided. Present your very own interactive display. Think science fair – but with books! Please register if you want to present. Please see Youth Staff for a detailed instruction flyer. REGISTRATION REQUIRED for presenting. For more information and to register, go to: https://www.baxtercountylibrary.org/event/homeschool-advantage-26450

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Our Maker Space, Studio 300, will be open so register now and bring your supplies in to work on your latest creative endeavor. We have a limited number of Maker Space equipment you can also sign up to use. (A1 Bambu Mini 3D printers, 3D scanner, Sewing machines, Sizzix and Cuttlebug embossing and cutting machine, a Cricut, a small heat press, an iron, a heat gun, various hand tools, etc…) For questions, to schedule usage of equipment, or…

Lens on Literature is the Library’s new nonfiction book club, designed for readers who enjoy exploring real stories, big ideas, and compelling histories—without debate or pressure. Each month, we focus on engaging nonfiction that inspires learning, curiosity, and conversation rooted in the book itself. To keep discussions enjoyable for everyone, all participants agree to be polite, stay on topic, and help create a welcoming space. May: Andersonville by MacKinlay Kantor

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Make a jar of relaxing bath fizz to gift someone who needs to take a break and beat the stress. For more information and to register, go to: https://www.baxtercountylibrary.org/event/year-giving-26633