At the Library: George Culver
The George Culver Community Library is located at 615 Phillips Blvd. and is open Monday - Thursday from 9:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m., Friday from 9:00 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. The phone number is 608-643-8346.
Stay up-to-date with all of the library’s events by liking our page on Facebook or Instagram at @SaukCityLibrary or by checking our website at saukcitylibrary.org.
BOOKS & BEYOND: TODDLER STORYTIME
Mondays at 10:00 a.m.
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join storytime for stories, songs, and activities. No registration required. For Ages 1-2. 20-25 minutes.
BOOKS & BEYOND: PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to join storytime for stories, songs, and a craft. No registration required. For Ages 3-5. 25-30 minutes.
FIRE STATION STORYTIME
Monday, October 5 at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
505 Van Buren St, Sauk City
Storytime will take place at the Fire Station where a firefighter will read a story and we can tour inside a fire truck! October 4-10 is fire safety week!
SAUK PRAIRIE COMMUNITY READ DISCUSSION
Saturday, October 10 at 10:00 a.m.
Join us for SP CAN’s sixth annual community read, continuing to focus on social isolation and loneliness. Free copies of Mattering: the Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose by Jennifer Breheny Wallace will be available at both libraries starting Tuesday, September 1. The book discussion will be at the George Culver Community Library.
STORYTIME PAUSE
October 12- October 19
Ms. Tori is traveling to London, England! There will be no storytimes from Monday, October 12 to Monday, October 19. Storytime will resume on Wednesday, October 21.
WINNIE THE POOH’S 100TH BIRTHDAY PARTY
Wednesday, October 14 at 10:00 a.m.
Celebrate Winnie the Pooh’s 100th birthday at the library! Kids can enjoy Winnie the Pooh themed craft and activity stations, including Pin the Tail on Eeyore, draw your own Heffalump, and more!
WINNIE THE POOH TRIVIA
Wednesday, October 14 at 5:30 p.m.
Adults can embrace their inner child to learn some new facts and “Think, think, think” while testing their knowledge with Winnie the Pooh themed trivia. We will help organize teams so you are welcome to come as an individual or as a group!
BINGO AT THE LIBRARY
The first and third Thursday of the month at 2:00 p.m.
Upcoming dates: Oct. 1 & 15, Nov. 5
Join us for an afternoon of community fun and a chance to win from a selection of prizes sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Small prizes for every game with a grand prize each session. All ages welcome!
BOOK CLUB
Tuesday, October 27 at 1:00 p.m.
October’s Pick: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
Copies of the book are available for check out at the library. The book club reads a variety of fiction and nonfiction. All are welcome.
CREATE & CONNECT
Thursday, October 29, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Create and Connect! A monthly program for adults to enjoy community and unleash creativity. This month: mosaic coasters! No special skills required --just relax in community! Geared for adults; free; no registration required.
SPOOKTACULAR PARTY
Friday, October 30, 11:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m.
You’re invited to a spooktacular party at the library! Dress up in your Halloween costumes, craft, play games, and dance until the ghosts come home!
CULVER’S READING PROGRAM
Starts September 14
The Culver’s of Sauk City is once again sponsoring a reading program. Children are invited to read and earn free Culver’s treats. Stop by the library for more information and to pick up your bookmark.
1,000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN
Can you read 1,000 books with your child before they start kindergarten? Children and parents can earn incentives and small prizes along the way. The real reward: kids who are excited and ready to learn. Parents whose children who have not yet started 5K can sign up by visiting the library.
BOOK SALE
The library book sale is open during regular library hours. Browse used books and movies for all ages at reasonable prices in the library’s reading area. New items are added weekly. All proceeds benefit the library via the Friends of the George Culver Community Library.
EXPLORE THE LIBRARY OF THINGS
HappyLight: LED Therapy Lamp
Do the gloomy days of winter have you down? Check out one of our HappyLight Lucent Light Therapy Lamps and bring some more light into your life. Light therapy lamps mimic sunlight to enhance mood, energy, sleep and focus. HappyLight Lucent comes with a detachable stand to position the lamp vertically or sideways and is no bigger than a tablet. Check out is two weeks.
LIBRARIAN’S CHOICE REQUEST
Have a librarian pick out books and movies selected specifically for you! Fill out the form on our website, saukcitylibrary.org, to let us know what you’re interested in. A librarian will select movies or books for you and call to arrange pick-up.
PUZZLE SWAP
Bring in your gently-used puzzles (in good condition, with all the pieces) and exchange for new ones. No puzzles to share? No worries - donations are not required to take part in the fun. Feel free to return puzzles when you are done, or keep them forever.
