Light a Spark 2024

Thank you, sponsors, for your support!

Light a Spark is an annual Fourth of July extravaganza hosted by Stillwater Public Library Foundation and generously sponsored by the Huelsmann Foundation. Set against the picturesque backdrop of the Johnson Terrace at Stillwater Public Library, this event serves as both a community-building initiative and a fundraiser to support the library's most pressing needs. Light a Spark begins at 7:30 p.m. and ends after the fireworks, at 10:30 p.m. Attendees are treated to an array of delights, including food, refreshing drinks, a cash bar, and engaging games, ensuring a memorable experience for all.

However, the highlight of the evening is undoubtedly the breathtaking view of the fireworks from the terrace. Families and friends gather in this beautiful setting, basking in the warmth of camaraderie as they marvel at the vibrant fireworks illuminating the night sky.

The Johnson Terrace at Stillwater Public Library provides the perfect vantage point for revelers to come together, celebrate the spirit of Independence Day, and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Light a Spark epitomizes the essence of community, unity, and celebration, making it a beloved tradition for the Stillwater community year after year.

Ticket Sales

2025 Light a Spark tickets will be available in late spring 2025. If you have any questions, please call (651) 504-2350 or email splf@stillwaterlibraryfoundation.org.

Sponsorship

We invite you to be part of an electrifying celebration this Fourth of July by sponsoring the "Light a Spark" event, hosted by Stillwater Public Library Foundation. This annual event not only brings the community together in joyous celebration but also serves as a vital fundraiser to support the initiatives of Stillwater Public Library.

Your generous support enhances the festivities of the event and contributes to the enrichment of our community by supporting resources and programs offered by the Stillwater Public Library.

To become a sponsor, use the button below to pay online. If you would prefer to pay by check, please mail your check to Stillwater Public Library Foundation, 224 3rd. St. N., Stillwater, MN 55082 and note that your check is to sponsor Light a Spark. For more information, please contact Elsbeth Howe at (651) 504-2350 or splf@stillwaterlibraryfoundation.org.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to light up our community with your support.

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Thank You 2024 Sponsors!

The Stillwater Public Library Foundation is grateful to everyone who supports the Foundation and Library. In 2024 Light a Spark was celebrated in doors because 3, nearly 300 people attended the event; the Stillwater fireworks over the river were the finale to a wonderful Independence Day celebration with friends and family. This year’s event sold out quickly - be sure to get your tickets early in 2024.

“Life-long Stillwater resident, Dick Huelsmann, founded the Huelsmann Foundation in 1997, entrusting it to his nieces, Kristin Danielson Rossiter and Jennifer Huelsmann, after his death in 2007. According to Jennifer Huelsmann, their uncle left behind, ‘an amazing example of stewardship in the community that was very intentional and very focused. He clearly wanted to help those who couldn’t help themselves, people who didn’t have a lot of financial means. But he also liked to donate in ways that were substantial and long-lasting, and that add to the beauty of people’s lives.’

In carrying out his legacy, the Huelsmann Foundation supports charitable, religious and educational organizations whose programs strengthen and enrich the community they serve. The grant-making focus is primarily on qualifying non-profit organizations that contribute to the vitality and well-being of Stillwater, Minnesota and nearby communities.”

- The Huelsmann Foundation

Huelsmann Foundation

“Life-long Stillwater resident, Dick Huelsmann, founded the Huelsmann Foundation in 1997, entrusting it to his nieces, Kristin Danielson Rossiter and Jennifer Huelsmann, after his death in 2007. According to Jennifer Huelsmann, their uncle left behind, ‘an amazing example of stewardship in the community that was very intentional and very focused. He clearly wanted to help those who couldn’t help themselves, people who didn’t have a lot of financial means. But he also liked to donate in ways that were substantial and long-lasting, and that add to the beauty of people’s lives.’

In carrying out his legacy, the Huelsmann Foundation supports charitable, religious and educational organizations whose programs strengthen and enrich the community they serve. The grant-making focus is primarily on qualifying non-profit organizations that contribute to the vitality and well-being of Stillwater, Minnesota and nearby communities.”

- The Huelsmann Foundation