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Adult Programs and Events
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Adult Coloring Class
Beginning Thursday, September 8 supplies will be set out on tables for adults and young adults to use anytime after 5:00 p.m. We'll experiment with which days/times of the week work best. We'll provide relaxing music, coloring, and as it cools off we'll have hot beverages and turn on the fireplace.
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Meet the Author
Marty Duncan
Thursday, Sept. 22
6:30 p.m.
From the beginnings of recorded history to the scourge of the Civil War through the tumult of the greatest conflict the world has ever seen, acclaimed author Marty Duncan brings you the riveting stories of people whose lives are caught up in the sweep of the ages. Join Marty as he talks about his published works.
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Genealogy
Saturday, Sept. 24
Begininng at 10:00 a.m. genealogy expert Mollly Schweinfurter will present a "Beginner's Session on Genealogy and Family History Research" in the library meeting room. No sign up is required and there is no class size limit. This part of the program is from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
At 1:00 p.m., Molly will help you explore many helpful websites related to family history searching with special emphasis on sites related to Minnesota. This class will take place on the patron computers in the library. Registration for the class is required and is limited to the first 10 registrants. Sign up by clicking here.
Both classes are FREE and made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant provided by the Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
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Youth Programs and Events
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Storytime
Wednesdays 10:30 a.m.
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Weekly storytimes resume this week! Storytimes follow the local school calendar. Geared toward toddlers and preschoolers, you'll find a little bit of everything - stories, movement, songs, puppets, crafts, writing and play!
Check the library website for the theme of the week!
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Many tremendous things are in store and wonders await...
it's Roald Dahl Day!
Tuesday, Sept. 13
6 p.m.
We're celebrating 100 years since the birth of the world's number one storyteller! Join us for a splendiferous party!
We'll have storytime, crafts, activities and snacks!
Activities will be suitable for children ages 5 and up, but make sure a Big Friendly Grown-up is present!
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MEA break is approaching - here are some great activities for the kids! Join us Thursday, or Friday (Oct 20-21)! Details above or check out our
Facebook Events!
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Thanks to
many hands, we had a very successful summer reading program!
Many thanks to:
Ann Menk and Coco
Avery Bachman
Becky Menk
Bounce Town
Brian the Storyman
Chloe Bachman
Climb Theatre
Dan Polzin
Friends of the St. Peter Library
First National Bank
Gustavus Dining Service & Paul Matzke
Gustavus Golf Program & Scott Moe
HomeTown Bank
Jeremy Freeman
Jessica Yost
Jill Potts
Julie Gassman
Karen Chen
Kristin Schilling
Luzali Gonzales
Mallorie Chabot
Mankato Clinic
Margie Nelsen
MaryAnn Hanson
McDonalds St. Peter
Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund
Nicollet County Bank
PRF Bicycles
Rafat Solaiman
Richie Wright
SouthPoint Federal Credit Union
St. Peter Food Co-op & Jessica Roschen
The Amazing Hoopsters
The Creative Playplace
The Half-Pint Horse Foundation
THE SAINT PETER LIBRARY STAFF
Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative
Unwine Creations with Carolina Koopmans
Wyatt Gillette
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Have you tried Hoopla yet?
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Saint Peter Library
card holders can download the free
hoopla digital
mobile app on their Android or IOS device or visit
hoopladigital.com
to begin enjoying thousands of titles – from major Hollywood studios, record companies and publishers – available to borrow for instant streaming or temporary downloading to their smartphones, tablets and computers.
hoopla digital
has a simple sign-up and attractive, easy-to-use interface, so it’s easy to get to your listening and viewing experience. There’s also
no waiting to borrow
popular movies, TV shows, albums or audiobooks. And
hoopla digital’s
automatic return feature
eliminates late fees
.
Simply ‘Sign Up’ to get started. There is no need to download an app or extension for your internet browser. We hope you enjoy this new service and encourage you to share your experience on our Facebook page!
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We're back to regular Saturday hours!
M-Th 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Fridays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The library will be
closing Thursday, September 15 at 5:00 p.m.
for an all staff meeting.
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