Stayton Public Library News

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Summer Reading Program for All Ages - June 16 - August 8
06/04/2026
Plant a Seed, Read!

The Stayton Public Library Summer Reading Program is back and open to all ages!

Join us from June 16 – August 8, 2026 for a summer full of reading, fun, and farm-themed adventures. Whether you're a lifelong reader or just getting started, there's something for everyone!

Summer Reading Kickoff Party
June 16th
11:00 AM

Kick off the summer with a farm-style big rig roundup and get ready for exciting activities all season long, including:

- Live animals
- Performers
- Afternoon tea
- Zombies
- Rodeo-themed challenges
- Scavenger hunts
- Storytime Foodies activities
- …and so much more!

Track your reading, complete fun challenges, and discover new books all summer long.

Register and view the full summer calendar.



Summer Reading Kickoff Party - June 16, 2026
05/19/2026
Save the date! 

The Summer Reading Program is coming soon to the Stayton Public Library, and we're kicking it off with food, activities, and a farm-style big rig roundup!  

Do you have agricultural equipment (large or small) you'd like to show off?

Contact the Library to discuss showcasing your rig at this event.


May Activities at the Library
04/29/2026
What’s Happening at the Library in May 2026?

We’ve got a full lineup of creative, social, and family-friendly events all month long - there’s something for everyone!

Highlights include:
- DIY String Art – May 7 at 5 p.m.
- Fiber Arts Connection – May 8 at 11 a.m.
- After Hours at the Library: Family Friendly Movie Night (Zootopia 2) – May 15 at 6p.m.
- Sippin’ Into a Social Hour – May 21 at 11 a.m.
- Build-It! LEGOs – May 19–22 at 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Plus weekly favorites:
- Family Storytime – Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Toddler Time: Stay & Play – Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Book Club Discussion – May 27 at 4 p.m.

Library Hours:
Tuesday–Friday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 2 PM



Stayton City Council Recognizes Stayton Athletes at its April 6, 2026 Meeting
04/07/2026

At its April 6, 2026 Regular Meeting, Stayton City Council recognized Stayton athletes, including:

Regis High School Girls Basketball team - 2026 OSAA 2A State Champions


April Activities at the Library
03/31/2026

What’s Happening at Your Library This April!

Spring is in full bloom, and so is our calendar! Join us for a variety of fun, creative, and engaging events for all ages:

Fiber Arts Connection – April 10 @ 11:00 AM
Do you like to knit, crochet, embroider, stitch, or sew? Join other fiber arts enthusiasts of all ages and abilities for crafting and conversation.

Sippin’ Into a Social Hour – April 16 @ 11:00 AM
Sip, explore, and connect through new experiences and conversation at the library! Explore select poems with us as we celebrate National Poetry month!

After Hours: Poetry SLAM – April 17 @ 6:00 PM
Put your poems to the test in the Library’s Poetry SLAM! Enter an original poem in a category of your choice or enter the performance round to test the entertainment value of your performance. Not interested in competing? Join the audience and enjoy the show!

STEAM Days: DIY Cloud Dough – April 7–10 @ 3:30–4:30 PM
Make a batch of cloud dough to keep, and see what you can make with it!

Cocoa With a Cop – April 21 @ 10:30 AM
Help us wrap up the latest Storytime series with a visit from the Stayton Police Department - enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes, take a look at a police vehicle, and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa with our police.

Weekly Programs:
Family Storytime – Tuesdays @ 10:30 AM
Toddler Time: Stay & Play – Wednesdays @ 10:30 AM

Book Club Discussion – April 29 @ 4:00 PM
Join us for tea, treats, and book talk! Pick up this month’s selection at the front desk.

Library Hours:
Tuesday–Friday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 2 PM

We can’t wait to see you at the library this month!



Poetry Slam - April 17th at 6 p.m.
03/26/2026

Come to the Poetry Slam (for all ages) at Stayton Public Library on April 17th at 6 p.m.!

Perform & compete or join the audience!



March Activities at the Library
02/27/2026

What’s Happening at the Library in March 2026?

March is full of fun, learning, and community at the Stayton Public Library!

Join us for:

- Read Across America – March 3–6 (All Day)
- Build-It! LEGOs – March 10–13, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
- After Hours: Prepping for “Pi Day” – Friday, March 13 at 6:00 p.m.
- Sippin’ Into a Social Hour – Thursday, March 19 at 11:00 a.m.
- Library March Madness – March 24–28 (All Day)
- Family Storytime – Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Toddler Time: Stay & Play – Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Book Club Discussion – Wednesday, March 25 at 4:00 p.m.





INKED! The Library Rocks the Catwalk (21+) on Sat, Feb 28 at 6:30 p.m.
02/17/2026
The Stayton Public Library Foundation presents INKED! The Library Rocks the Catwalk (21+) on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 6:30 pm.

Tickets are available for purchase here.


February Activities at the Library
01/29/2026
What’s Happening at the Library – February 2026

February is packed with creativity, connection, and fun at Stayton Public Library! Join us for:

- Mini Art Doodles – All month long
- STEAM Days: Foil Art Cards – Tues–Fri, Feb 10–13 | 3:30–4:30 pm
- Fiber Arts Connection – Friday, Feb 13 | 11:00 am
- Sippin’ Into a Social Hour – Thursday, Feb 19 | 11:00 am
- Family Storytime – Tuesdays | 10:30 am
- Toddler Time: Stay & Play – Wednesdays | 10:30 am
- Book Club Discussion – Wednesday, Feb 25 | 4:00 pm

INKED! The Library Rocks the Catwalk (21+) – Saturday, Feb 28 | 6:30 pm. Tickets are available for purchase here.

Library Hours:
Tuesday–Friday: 10:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am–2:00 pm

Whether you’re crafting, reading, socializing, or bringing the kids, there’s something for everyone this month. We can’t wait to see you!