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Summer Reading 2022
Summer Reading ends July 31! Join in on the programs and activities happening this summer at the Library!
There are a couple of ways to complete the challenge this summer. Starting June 5, you can either log your minutes using ReadSquared or print or pick up a paper log at the Library. To use ReadSquared, download the app from your device's App Store or track minutes online at https://spearfishlibrary.readsquared.com/ You can register your entire family. However you track, minutes or pages must be turned in by July 31 to receive your prizes and be entered into the grand prize drawings.
Ages Birth to 12
For every 200 minutes read, you will receive a prize. When you have read 1,000 minutes, you will receive a completion prize and be entered into the grand prize drawings. Every 200 minutes read after the 1,000 will get you another entry into the drawings.
Ages Teen & Adults
For every 200 points earned (either by tracking minutes or pages read), you will receive a prize. When you have earned 1,000 points, you will receive a completion prize and be entered into the grand prize drawings. Every 200 points earned after the 1,000 will get you another entry into the drawings.
The Library will be offering a variety of programs and activities for all ages throughout the months of June and July.
STORY TIME
Story times will be held in person at the Library. Take home crafts may be available.
Toddler Story Time (ages 1-3) Tuesdays at 9:30 AM Wednesdays at 9:30 AM | Story Time (ages 4-8) Tuesdays at 10:30 AM Wednesdays at 10:30 AM |
TWEENS & TEENS
The Library will be offering bi-weekly activities for tweens and monthly activities for teens. Tween and teen activity days will be held at the Library, unless otherwise noted. Snacks and refreshments, and any necessary materials will be provided at each event. Tweens wishing to upcycle an old/worn out t-shirt may bring one for that craft.
Tween Activity Days (ages 8-12) June 8 at 1:00 PM - Seashell Turtle Canvas Art June 22 at 1:00 PM - Ocean Slime July 6 at 1:00 PM - Noodle Rocket Activity July 20 at 1:00 PM - Up-Cycled T-shirt Bags | Teen Activity Days (ages 13+) June 23 at 1:00 PM - Chill Teen Read & Hangout at Spearfish City Park July 21 at 1:00 PM - Teen Seaside Vibes Craft |
ADULTS & FAMILIES
Check out ReadSquared for extra just-for-fun activities throughout the program.
The Library will be hosting special events for all ages this summer.
- June 10: Nature Mindfulness Experience & Tea
Families (All Ages/Abilities) at 9:30 AM
Ages 16 & Older (All Abilities) at 2:00 PM
Learn how to experience mindfulness while enjoying nature using the Japanese method of forest therapy. Certified Forest Therapy guide Madison Ferguson will take you on the sensory experience to interact with nature further than you have before. Tea will be provided at the end of the event. All ages and abilities are welcome to these programs, and we will meet at the Spearfish City Park Exercise Area. - June 15: D.C. Booth Historic Fish Hatchery Event for All Ages from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
All ages are welcome to join us at the D.C. Booth Historic Fish Hatchery & Archives. Stop in any time during the event to enjoy various activities and learning opportunities with the Hatchery employees, Northern Hills Master Gardeners, and artist Jo Powell. - June 30: Irrigating Spearfish Valley - History Talk with Paul Higbee at 6:00 PM
Learn about how historic waterways impacted the growth of Spearfish. This educational program is open to all ages and will be held at the Old City Hall on Main Street. - July 7: Spearfish Hydro Plant Tours from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Join us for a tour of the Hydro Plant to learn its history and importance to Spearfish Creek. This educational program is open to all ages and will run multiple tours. Wear light clothing as it can get warm in the Hydro Plant. - July 11: Cody Landstrom Magic Show at 6:00 PM
Join us for an evening of magic and fun with magician and performer Cody Landstrom! Fun for all ages, so make sure to bring a picnic and enjoy the show. In case of inclement weather, we will move indoors to the Pavilion. - July 27: Spearfish Creek Boat Races at 5:30 PM
Ahoy there! All ages and families are welcome to cast off your boat to finish off our Oceans of Possibilities summer program. While you won't be aboard your boat, you will be making it. Build a boat leading up to the event or make it there, but we require that your boat materials do not pollute the creek. Prizes to be given, and hang around after for the Wednesday evening Canyon Acoustic Series Concert in the Park at 6:30 PM.