Welcome to a month of exciting programs and events at the library! In celebration of International Games Month, we’re offering activities that highlight the joy of gaming, learning, and connecting with others. From special gaming events to creative and educational programs designed to encourage community engagement, there’s something for everyone. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, Nov. 19, from 4 to 5 p.m., to celebrate National Monopoly Day by playing Monopoly! This event is open to all ages.

Kids’ Korner (Birth-Grade 3)
November brings a wonderful opportunity for creativity and quality time! On Nov. 16, we will host a Mom/Grandma and Me Thanksgiving Crafting Hour, where we’ll create an adorable Turkey Door Décor hanger. Registration for this event opened on Friday, Nov. 1, and space is limited, so be sure to sign up early!

In addition to crafting, we will honor our Veterans by providing materials for kids to make Thank You Cards to leave for a special Veteran. Throughout the month, we will also celebrate our love for picture books by teaming up with the South Dakota State Library to present an exclusive Story Time South Dakota event—more details to come!

Regular programming will continue with Little Learners & Explorers Storytime on Tuesday mornings, After the Bell Afterschool Activities, Kids Club, and Dinosaur Club. Check out the library’s calendar for more information on all the exciting happenings in November!

Tweens / Teens (Grades 4 - 12)
The leaves are falling and it is turning cooler. Tweens and teens are encouraged to visit the library for indoor activities.

Following are some November programs offered:
Nov. 6 (Wednesday), 2 to 4 p.m.: 3D printer workshop.
Nov. 6 (Wednesday), 4 p.m.: Youth Advisory Board.
Nov. 7 and 14 (Thursdays), 4 to 5 p.m.: Unplugged Game Day.

Nov. 13 (Wednesday), 4 to 5 p.m.: Mold clay art craft.
Nov. 15 (Friday), 4 to 5 p.m.: Fun with Food (basic cooking).
Nov. 16 (Saturday), 10-11:30 a.m.: Paint a tape art geometric turtle.
Nov. 18 (Monday), 4 to 5 p.m.: Create a Clothespin Button Race Car.
Nov. 20 (Wednesday), 4 to 5 p.m.: Create an embroidery hoop turkey.
Nov. 21 (Thursday), 4 to 5 p.m.: Try your hand at tying pillows.
Nov. 22 (Friday), 4:45 to 6 p.m.: Mystery Meal at the library.
Nov. 26 (Tuesday), 5 to 5:30 p.m.: Good Grief Scavenger Hunt.
Nov. 27 (Wednesday), 2 to 4 p.m.: Make fried bread for Native American Heritage Month.

Adult Programs
Adults can look forward to a variety of activities this month:

Monday Movies: Nov. 4 at 6 p.m., featuring The Great Escape (1963).

Author Reception and Presentation: Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. with Jennifer Littlefield discussing the book Huron: Images of America. Refreshments will be served, and copies of the book will be available for purchase.

Adult Game Night: Nov. 8 at 5:30 p.m.

Coffee Chat: Nov. 15 at 1:30 p.m. with a representative from Welter Funeral Home.

Adult Book Clubs:
Mystery Book Club: Nov. 14 at 5:30 p.m., to discuss Zero Days by Ruth Ware, followed by a Murder Mystery Game.
Senior Center Book Club: November 15 at 10:15 a.m., to discuss Wish You Were Here by Jodi Picoult at the Senior Center (290 7th St SW).
Around the World Book Club: Nov. 21, at noon to discuss The Way of the Bear by Anne Hillerman.

Please note that the library will be closed Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day, and on Nov. 28 and 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday. For more information about library programs, visit us, follow us on Facebook for updates, or call us at 605-353-8530.

We hope to see you at the library.