Sun Prairie Public Library

Sunday Hours Resume!
The library is open:
9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday - Thursday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday & Saturday
1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday

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L+EGO Family Time
Stop in and create with Lego®s as a family. Our Lego® and Duplo® collections will be out for free play in the community room.
Saturday, September 24 10a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Library Community Room
This is not a drop-off program. Parents must stay and create with their kids.

The Friends of the Sun Prairie Public Library announce:
A Logo Design Contest
Submit your original design on a Contest Entry Form by mail, email or in-person, at the library or the Read Before Book Store, by Friday, September 30, 2016.
Contest winner will be selected by the Friends Board of Directors, and announced during National Friends of the Library Week, October 16-22, 2016.
Winner will receive $200 cash.
Review the Legal Statement for more details.

Movie Licensing, USA

Adult Feature Film -- Me Before You, based on the novel by Jojo Moyes
Make it a movie night -- or better yet, a book-to-movie night! Join us for an after-dinner treat and a little popcorn too!
Wednesday, September 28 6:30 p.m.
Library Community Room
Free and open to the public. This film is approximate 110 minutes and rated PG-13.

Genealogy Workgroup
Join our informal genealogy workgroup. Bring your laptop or tablet for hands-on problem-solving. All experience levels welcome.
October 1, November 12, December 10
10am -noon
Library Conference Room

Classical Spanish Guitar
Enjoy Mediterranean melodies and the sounds of South America performed by award-winning guitarist Gabor Szarvas.
Sunday, October 2 2 p.m.
Library Community Room
Part of the 2016 Live Music Series sponored by the Sun Prairie Public Library Foundation

Crochet 101
Yarn + hook + this 4-session class = everything you need to complete your first crochet project. All supplies will be provided.
Sundays, October 2 - October 23 2-4 p.m.
Library Conference Room
Space is limited; registration is required. Call 608-825-0702 or email

Free Blood Pressure Screenings
UW-Madison Nursing Students will provide free blood pressure screenings at the library.
Tuesday, October 4 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
No appointment necessary.
Please wear short sleeves when you come in for a screening.

Legal & Financial Planning for Alzheimer's Disease
A diagnosis of Alzheimer's makes planning for the future imperative. This 2-part program will explain the legal and financial issues, the plans to put in place and the resources available to you.
Part 1: Tuesday, October 4 6-7 p.m.
Part 2: Tuesday, October 11 6-7 p.m.
Library Conference Room

Birds of Prey
Come to this interesting and entertaining program featuring our friends from Hoo's Woods Raptor Center, and see birds of prey up close.
Tuesday, October 4 6:30 p.m.
Library Community Room
This program is appropriate for all ages.

Celebrate Star Wars at the Library
Star Wars Reads is an event for all ages! Come dressed as your favorite Star Wars character. Enjoy Star Wars games and activities. We are thrilled to welcome back the Wisconsin Garrison of the 501st legion for stormtrooper hijinks and photo ops.
Saturday, October 8 10:30 a.m. - noon
Activities throughout the library

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Movie Matinee
Join us on the second Saturday of the month for a free afternoon matinee complete with popcorn and refreshments!
Saturday, October 8 2 p.m.
Library Community Room

OverDrive Drop-In Workshop
Overdrive (Wisconsin's Digital Library) gives you access to ebooks, audiobooks and more. Bring in your mobile device, and talk to a librarian about what Overdrive offers and how to use it with your device.
Sunday, October 9 2 - 4 p.m. Assistance will be offered first come, first served.
Library Community Room

Soup Making 101
Chef Jason Dunn will show you how to make delicious comfort soups, sharing recipes and cooking tips along the way.
Tuesday, October 11 6:30 p.m.
Library Community Room
Registration is required; call 608-825-0702 or email
Sponsored by the Friends of the Sun Prairie Public Library

Crafting, Coloring and Conversation
Join us again on the third Sunday of each month to work on a craft, or a group project, or just color yourself calm.
Open to all adults. Light refreshments will be served.
October 16, November 20, December 18
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Library Community Room

Sidewalk Tile Update From Svetha Hetzler, Library Director---August, 2016
In 2015 commemorative sidewalk tiles in front of the library were removed, because their deteriorating condition posed a safety hazard. Tiles that could be salvaged were stored while the library explored ways to repurpose them. The library had hoped to use the tiles in a landscaping project to enhance the sculpture "Sun Prairie" recently donated by the Friends of the Sun Prairie Public Library, but experts consulted for the project determined that the tiles could not be safely used in that way.

The library now invites donors to pick up their tiles, if they wish. To see if your tile is available call 608-825-7323, visit the library Registration Desk or email the library director. Please allow 24-48 hours for staff to verify that your tile is available. You will be able to make an appointment for pickup at your convenience. While the Library Board considers alternative ways to honor those who donated tiles, we would like to thank our patrons and donors for their patience, kindness and support as we strive to make the library an attactive and safe place for our community.

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Downloadable eBooks & Audiobooks

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Buzz Books
A collection of popular titles with classic appeal.
* Books for adults, teens and children
* Available to walk-in patrons only
* Sponsored by the Friends of the Sun Prairie Library

Last updated: Sep 23, 2016