Sturgis Public Library Happenings
Tues. May 6, 3:30pm Wonder Math Join Richard Moeller at the Sturgis Public Library for the final Wonder Math session of the season! Pizza will be served to celebrate another successful year.
Thurs. May 8 & 15, 3:30pm Code CrittersKids ages 6-10 are invited to join Code Critters - coding for kids Introducing young learners to the basics of programming through fun and interactive activities.
Thurs. May 8, 5:30pm MusicSpeaks at the Sturgis Public Library
Mon. May 12, 4pm Movie Night: Moana 2 Follow Moana on her next ocean voyage filled with new challenges, friends, and songs. Free popcorn will be served — bring a blanket, your favorite people, extra snacks, and get ready for a magical journey!
Mon. May 19, 4pm-5pm Mega Monday Join us at the Sturgis Public Library for a S.T.E.A.M.-inspired activity: Slime Chemistry! Discover the science behind stretchy, squishy slime! Kids will explore the fun world of polymers by mixing up their own slime recipes and experimenting with ingredients to create the perfect gooey masterpiece. This program is designed for ages 6–10.
Wed. May 21, 2pm Summer Reading Kickoff! Kick off summer break with our "Color Our World" Summer Reading Challenge party! Come to the Sturgis Public Library on Wednesday, May 21st from 2-4pm. Join the fun, sign up for the challenge, learn how it works, and enjoy games, activities, and more. Don't miss this colorful start to a summer full of reading adventures! All ages are encouraged to participate in our summer reading challenge!!
Thurs. May 22, 6pm Gamelan Raga Garnita
Raga Garnita, which loosely translates as Joyful Heart, is a community musical ensemble based in Spearfish, South Dakota. The group seeks to offer an experience of the essential aspects of Balinese music and dance through education and performance. Gamelan is a music and dance-based art form that uses metal instruments, flutes, and drums to create complex interwoven melodies.
Sat. May 24 - Mon. May 26 closed Memorial Day
Tues. May 27, 11am
Art in Motion (Family)
Join us for family-friendly walks focused on discovering art in nature! Meet at the Sturgis Softball Fields every Tuesday from May 27 to July 22 at 11:00 AM. Note: July 1st is a Take & Make day — no guided walk. **Weather permitting
Tues. May 27, 1pm
Art in the Park (Teen/Adult)
Unwind and get creative outdoors! Join us at City Park on select Tuesdays this summer for a fun, relaxed art session. All supplies provided — just bring your imagination! Tuesdays, May 27, June 10 & 24, July 8 & 22 from 1-2pm @ City Park.
Wed. May 28, 2pm Scratch Studio (Youth 6-10)
Summer coding for kids. From 2-3:30 PM @ the library. May 28, June 11 & 25, July 9
Saturday, May 31, 2:00 PM
Art of Resumes (Teen/Adult)Learn how to craft a standout resumé! This workshop covers the basics of formatting, highlighting your strengths, and tailoring your resumé for jobs, internships, or college applications. Bring a laptop, if you have one. We do have a limited number of laptops available to borrow for this program.
