September Date Night Impressions:
How many times have you and your partner been on a date to celebrate your love and have fun together during the pandemic? For some couples, finding time to connect with your loved one can be hard, even if you are spending more-than-usual time together during quarantine. Adult Program Director Sierra Frazier-Riggs from the Sturgis Public Library hosted a date night in the park for couples to get out, social distance, and connect through romantic treats, goofy questions, and maybe a "good cry". Those that attended the free program expressed how different things had been this summer and planning a date night has been difficult but having this unique program was exactly what they needed.

For more fun adult programs please follow the Sturgis Public Library Facebook page, blog and YouTube channel. Be sure to sign-up for those requiring an RSVP.

Sturgis Library Facebook
Sturgis Library Blog
Sturgis Library YouTube Channel

VIRTUAL STORY TIMES, MAKER MONDAYS, & DIGITAL SPOTLIGHT SERIES

Preschool Tuesdays | Sturgis Public Library YouTube
Join Miss Kathy for songs, fun, and crafts online for our preschool friends! Grab Bags are available the same day to accommodate each video. Viewable from the link above, on our blog, or Facebook!

Toddler Wednesdays | Sturgis Public Library YouTube
Join Miss Kathy for songs, fun, and crafts online for our toddler audience. Grab Bags are available the same day to accommodate each video. Viewable from the link above, on our blog, or Facebook!

Maker Mondays | Oct. 5th & 19th
On Monday, Oct. 5th you can pick up your Maker-Monday Spiders and Spider web craft bag from the library lobby. On Monday, Oct. 19th we will have a mystery craft bag available for pick-up.
**Kits available until Friday, or until gone.

Digital Spotlight Series | Oct. 12th | CultureGrams
Sturgis Public Library YouTube
Featuring CultureGrams, an online resource for reliable cultural information on the countries of the world. Join Miss Kathy are we explore this fun resource. View on Facebook, our Blog, or our YouTube channel.

ADULT & FAMILY EVENTS

Pumpkin Painting Contest | Now-Oct. 16th
Paint a pumpkin with your favorite book character and share pictures with the library for a chance to WIN 4 passes to the Spearfish Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch. Winner picked Oct. 16th. Email your photo to sturgispubliclibrary@gmail.com, summit them to our Facebook, or bring in a photo (or the pumpkin) to the library!

BAGGED BOOK SALE | Oct. 8-10th
Stop in the library for books to add to your own shelves in trade for a donation. We have clear bags stuffed with books by genre so you can easily see what each bag holds.

Adoptable Pets Workshop | Oct. 10th | 1-3pm @City Park
Join us at City Park to adopt a mini stuffed cat or dog. You will be given the supplies to build their pet house and have fun! We will have a friend or two from the animal shelter joining us as well, just in case you need a larger new pet to take home.
*Limited supplies- arrive early!

Women's Weekend Coffee - Coffee & Confidence -
Oct. 24th | 9:30-10:30am on the library balcony
Join a small group of women for coffee on the balcony to talk, listen and “fill your cup” of confidence. Bring a jacket or cozy blanket for the cool weather. Coffee, cream and care provided. For more information please email Sierra at SierraFR@sturgisgov.com, or call at 347-2624.
*Tentative to weather

Book-around-the-Block | Oct. 24th | 9-3pm Start at library
Read a short story as you walk around the library block! Book pages will be posted on business windows for you to enjoy from 9-3pm.

Current Library Guidelines & Protocols -

Masks are mandatory inside the library (if you cannot wear a mask, please utilize our curbside or book delivery service)
Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult at all times
Computer/Laptop/Homework Space available for 1-hour time slots
(Computer assistance is unavailable)
Book Browsing- 30 minutes/person

Sturgis Student Library Cards Available
Children ages 5-16 that are attending Meade County Schools are eligible to sign-up for a Sturgis Public Library card by calling the library at (605) 347-2624. Library cards will grant students access to thousands of ebooks on Black Hills Overdrive.

Databases & Educational Resources
Available through the South Dakota State Library website

Sturgis Community Good Deeds Program
Grocery Shopping for individuals at high-risk.
Max $50 limit, check only, and must be within Sturgis city limits. Monday-Friday.
Call the library to request this service or for more information. (605) 347-2624

Curbside Pick-up & Book Delivery Available
For those wanting to checkout books without entering the library, we offer Curbside Pick-up services, as well as Home Book Deliveries. Please call the library for more information.

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