HURON — Celebrate the Season at the Library This December - the HPL is the place to be this holiday season. With festive events for all ages, special fundraisers, and opportunities to give back to the community, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Santa Letters: The library is helping you send your letters straight to Santa at the North Pole.! Write your letter using the holiday stationery available at the library or bring your own. Drop your letter into Santa’s mailbox at the library between Dec. 2 and 20, so it reaches Santa in time for Christmas. Be sure to include your name and mailing address so Santa can write back.

Taco John’s Nachos Navidad Fundraiser: Taco John’s has chosen the library as its partner for this year’s Nachos Navidad fundraiser!

Throughout the month, $1 from every Christmas ornament sold at Taco Johns - beginning on Black Friday - and $0.25 from each Nachos Navidad purchase will support the library’s “After the Bell” program.

Thank you for supporting this initiative while enjoying some festive treats!

The Library Giving Tree: This year we’re launching the Library Giving Tree—a meaningful way for patrons to support library programs. Pick an envelope from the tree, choose a donation amount, and direct your gift to initiatives like Feed & Read, the Summer Reading Program, or lost book replacements for children’s accounts.

Middle School Honors Orchestra: Get into the holiday spirit with a special musical performance by the Huron Middle School Honors Orchestra on Dec. 10 at 1 p.m. Enjoy seasonal favorites and the festive sounds of the season!

Kids’ Korner
(Birth-Grade 3)

Exciting Holiday Events and Fun at Kids Korner this December! As we approach the festive season, Kids Korner has special holiday events to make this December merry and bright for families. From meeting Santa to crafting and reading, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a look at some of our upcoming events and special programs:

Santa’s Holly Jolly Christmas Party – Dec. 7 from 1 to 3 p.m. Join us for an afternoon of holiday magic at our Holly Jolly Christmas Party with Santa and Mrs. Claus! This free event will take place at the library from 1 to 3 p.m. It’s a come-and-go gathering, so drop by anytime during the event.

Bring the whole family for a festive time filled with fun:
• Meet and take pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
• Enjoy festive crafts that the kids can take home.
• Capture a memorable moment with a fun photo opportunity featuring Santa’s sleigh!
• Delight in a special holiday-themed Storytime with Mrs. Claus at 2:30 p.m.

It’s the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit!

Twelve Days of Christmas Wrapped Book Kit – Limited Availability! Back for the second year in a row, the 12 Days of Christmas Wrapped Book Kit is here to make your holiday season a little easier and more festive. This kit includes 12 beautifully wrapped Christmas-themed books, ready to be opened one by one throughout the holiday season.

This is a limited-time offer, and we have only a limited number of kits available! Don’t miss out on the chance to simplify your December reading routine while enjoying classic holiday stories with the family.

Register at the library or online to ensure you get your kit.

Tweens / Teens
(Grades 4 - 12)

3D Printer Workshop – Second Chance! Dec. 11 — 2 to 3:30 p.m. Missed our first 3D printing session? Don’t worry! Join us to learn how to create a 3D model using Tinkercad. Registration is required for this hands-on workshop.

Puzzle Race – Fun for All Ages! Dec. 21 — 1 to 2 p.m. Think you’re a puzzle pro? Put your skills to the test in this fast-paced jigsaw competition! Teams of up to four people will race to complete puzzles in record time. Bring your friends or family and see if you’ve got what it takes to win. Registration will open on Dec. 7.

Escape the Enchanted Forest – Escape Room Adventure! Dec. 30 or 31 — 1 to 2:30 p.m. Embark on an epic quest to rescue Okarth, the friendly dragon, from the clutches of the evil wizard Zeidan. But beware—Zeidan has trapped you in his enchanted castle! Can you and your team solve the puzzles and find your way out in time? Choose your preferred date and register early to secure your spot in this thrilling adventure.

Adult Programs

Coffee Chat on Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. with Glenda Maxted to discuss Parenting an Adult Child. If you have an adult child, join us as we explore the hard questions of this stage of parenting. If your children are younger, come and learn from our experiences—what worked and what didn’t. If your children are grown, we need your wisdom as we navigate the challenges and joys of parenting adult children.

Game Night on Dec. 6 at 6:15 p.m. Test your holiday knowledge with Christmas Trivia! Join us for a night of fun, laughter, and festive cheer. Snacks will be provided—bring your friends and enjoy the holiday spirit!

Jane Austen Tea Party & Author Talk on Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate Jane Austen’s birthday with a delightful evening of tea, treats, and literary discussion. Local author Sallianne Hines will share excerpts from her books inspired by the world of Pride & Prejudice and lead a tribute to Jane Austen’s life and lasting legacy. Learn about the tea tradition, both then and now, and enjoy mingling with fellow Austen fans. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Refreshments, including finger foods and tea, will be served.

The library will open at 10:30 a.m. on Dec. 12 for staff training. The library will close at noon on Dec. 24 and remain closed on Dec. 25 for the Christmas holiday. For more information about library programs, visit us, follow us on Facebook, or call us at 605-353-8530.

We look forward to seeing you at the library.