Missoula Public Library

06/21/2026

This country, this town, and this library have all changed a lot since they were founded. No matter how big our town gets or how many community members need us, we’ll always be here to spark curiosity, make connections, thrive together, and protect your freedom to read.

06/18/2026

Missoula Public Library and its Branches will be closed June 19 in honor of Juneteenth. You can access your account and place holds by clicking the link in our bio.

06/18/2026

Unearth a good book at this special dino-themed Story Time! Enjoy stories, songs, and pasta-based paleontology!

06/17/2026

At 6 pm tonight come on a wild romp through this beloved piece of literature with Audra Loyal, owner of Vespiary Books. Using a q***r lens to uncover some of the subtle themes and surprising connections, we will explore Charlotte Bronte’s biography, the history of the Yorkshire area, and more to find out what makes this story a piece of LGBTQ literature.

06/17/2026

The library matters to the people of Missoula for so many reasons, and there’s no wrong answer. Add yours in the comments: what does the Missoula Public Library mean to you?

06/15/2026

Join Sugar & Skills Studio for a fun and interactive introduction to cupcake decorating! In this live demonstration, participants will learn the basics of buttercream piping and cupcake decoration. Attendees will learn how different piping tips work, how to control piping pressure, and how simple techniques can transform cupcakes into beautifully decorated treats.

06/12/2026

It’s Adopt-a-Dino week at the library! Monday, June 14 through Saturday, June 20 kids can search Level Two for their very own  🦖 dinosaur  🦕 to take home. Each dino comes with a fact sheet and adoption certificate. Share photos of your new dino’s adventures with the library by tagging us on social media!

06/11/2026

On June 13 from 2 to 5 PM, drop in and transform discarded books into one of a kind works of art or discover some great free reads to take home. Show off your creativity while giving old books new life through altered book art. All ages are welcome, and materials and enthusiastic support will be provided. The Friends of the Library will award three ribbons for their favorite altered book entries at the Western Montana Fair Western Montana Fair, along with a $50 gift prize for the overall winner.

06/11/2026

Thank you Missoula Current for highlighting RAD! In partnership with the Missoula Municipal Court, the Pretrial Assistance to Support Success program, the library's Resource Access Day brings free services such as housing support, legal help, vaccinations and immunizations, medical and mental health care, community clothing closet, and free lunch to neighbors in need!

Lara Salazar writes, I know that even if we don’t all agree on everything, we will keep finding creative ways to work together to improve our community and the lives of the people who call Missoula home.

06/11/2026

In celebration of its 50th anniversary, join Missoula Public Library and the Norman Maclean Literary Festival in reading Norman Maclean’s A River Runs Through It as a Missoula County Read. Starting June 18, come to the library and get a  [👉🏼] free copy of the book along with accompanying discussion questions curated by librarians and organizers of the Norman Maclean Literary Festival. Find other community members who are reading the book and join together in discussion, considering what Norman Maclean’s work says about our community and the place we call home.
Copies of A River Runs Through It can be claimed at the Missoula Public Library, downtown branch on Level 1. Available while supplies last. 
This program is brought to you with the support of the library, the Norman Maclean Literary Festival, and The University of Chicago Press.