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This event is in the "Family" group.
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Puzzle Club

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Community Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Family, Children (0 - 5), Children (5 - 12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Drop by and join us for socializing and puzzle fun!  We'll have a variety of puzzles, including jigsaw, crossword and sudoku.  Also, participate in our puzzle exchange - ...

Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Family, Children (0 - 5), Children (5 - 12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Drop by and join us for socializing and puzzle fun!  We'll have a variety of puzzles, including jigsaw, crossword and sudoku.  Also, participate in our puzzle exchange - bring a puzzle and/or take a puzzle home.  This program is fre

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Closed for Christmas Eve

All Day
Sun Prairie Public Library

The library is closed December 24, 2024 for Christmas Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Sun Prairie Public Library
Description:

The library is closed December 24, 2024 for Christmas Eve.

Closed for Christmas Day

All Day
Sun Prairie Public Library

The library is closed December 25, 2024 for Christmas Day.

Closing
Branches:
Sun Prairie Public Library
Description:

The library is closed December 25, 2024 for Christmas Day.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Children (0 - 5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 - 12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dream Bus Mobile Library @ SP Neighborhood Stops

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 2:45pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Family, Children (0 - 5), Children (5 - 12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join the Dream Bus Mobile Library on Fridays at Vandenburg Heights Park, Rolling Prairie Apartments, The Element on Main Apartments, and Wildwood Apartments. Sign up for a library ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Family, Children (0 - 5), Children (5 - 12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join the Dream Bus Mobile Library on Fridays at Vandenburg Heights Park, Rolling Prairie Apartments, The Element on Main Apartments, and Wildwood Apartments.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Writers and Readers

Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Creative writers, poets, songwriters, and new writers welcome! We work together to make our writing even better. Give input and receive tips on your own work. We also talk about bo...

Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Creative writers, poets, songwriters, and new writers welcome! We work together to make our writing even better. Give input and receive tips on your own work. We also talk about books and writers who inspire us!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food: We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Closed for New Year's Eve

All Day
Sun Prairie Public Library

The library is closed December 31 for New Year's Eve. The drive-through book drop is open.

Closing
Branches:
Sun Prairie Public Library
Description:

The library is closed December 31 for New Year's Eve.
The drive-through book drop is open.

Closed for New Year's Day

All Day
Sun Prairie Public Library

The library is closed January 1, 2025 for New Year's Day. The drive-through book drop is open.

Closing
Branches:
Sun Prairie Public Library
Description:

The library is closed January 1, 2025 for New Year's Day.
The drive-through book drop is open.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stitching in Sun Prairie

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Stitching in Sun Prairie is a community-based fiber crafts group that meets on the first Thursday of the month! Bring your knitting, crochet, or embroidery projects and craft ...

Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stitching in Sun Prairie is a community-based fiber crafts group that meets on the first Thursday of the month! Bring your knitting, crochet, or embroidery projects and craft and chat with fellow fiber art enthusiasts.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Local Author Series: Gregory Renz

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Guest Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

(Rescheduled from December 19, 2024)Gregory Renz is a retired firefighter who was inducted into the Wisconsin Fire and Police Hall of Fame in 2006 following the dramatic rescue of ...

Required
Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Guest Speaker
Required
Event Details:

(Rescheduled from December 19, 2024)

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 - 12)" group.

Homeschool Huddle

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Conference Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Community Conversation, Games, Lego
Age Group:
Family, Children (5 - 12)
Event Details:

Sun Prairie local, Marie Belliveau, is looking to connect homeschool families together with Homeschool Huddle! Get to know other families in the areaLEGO®, board games, books,...

Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Family, Children (5 - 12)
Program Type: Community Conversation, Games, Lego
Event Details:

Sun Prairie local, Marie Belliveau, is looking to connect homeschool families together with Homeschool Huddle! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Afternoon Book Club

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Conference Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Afternoon Book Club, facilitated by a staff member, is a group of seasoned readers who enjoy a variety of genres and engaging discussions.The Afternoon Book Club meets on the s...

Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Afternoon Book Club, facilitated by a staff member, is a group of seasoned readers who enjoy a variety of genres and engaging discussions.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Paint Your Pet

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on January 8th to paint a portrait of your favorite furry, feathered, or scaled friend! All supplies will be provided.Open to adults 18+. Space is limited. Registration req...

Required
Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Join us on January 8th to paint a portrait of your favorite furry, feathered, or scaled friend! All supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Board Meeting

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Sun Prairie Public Library Board of Trustees meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 6pm in the Conference Room. 

Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The Sun Prairie Public Library Board of Trustees meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 6pm in the Conference Room. 

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 - 12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Grow with Chess

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Family, Children (5 - 12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Grow with Chess: Learn Chess for All Ages! The second Monday of each month, October - April from 5:00 to 6:00 PM For ages 7 and up. Growth Chess is back for some chess! E...

Required
Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family, Children (5 - 12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Event Details:

Grow with Chess: Learn Chess for All Ages!
The second Monday of each month, October - April from 5:00 to 6:00 PM
For ages 7 and up.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photography: Children and adults participating in Sun Prairie Public Library programs may be photographed by newspaper or television reporters/photographers, library staff members, or others involved with the program. These photographs may appear without compensation in newspapers or productions, publications, on the web, or other printed or electronic materials related to the role and function of the Sun Prairie Public Library. Parents who do not want their children photographed should notify Lynn Montague, Head of Youth Services, before the program starts.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Local Author Series: Doug Haynes

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Guest Speaker
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn history, color and meet the creator of the Wisconsin GOP History: A Coloring Book and the State Street Coloring Book!Join this hands-on event led by author/illustrator Doug H...

Required
Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Guest Speaker
Required
Event Details:
Learn history, color and meet the creator of the Wisconsin GOP History: A Coloring Book and the State Street Coloring Book!

Join this hands-on event led by author/illustrator Doug Haynes!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Medicare 101

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Confused about Medicare? Retirement specialist Jake Zimmermann can help! In this free, educational program, Mr. Zimmermann will discuss the different parts of Medicare (A, B, C and...

Required
Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Event Details:

Confused about Medicare? Retirement specialist Jake Zimmermann can help! In this free, educational program, Mr. Zimmermann will discuss the different parts of Medicare (A, B, C and D) and how people can pay for health care after retirement.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Eclectic Book Club

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Eclectic Book Club explores the imaginations of interesting authors across numerous genres.The Eclectic Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7pm. All adults a...

Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Eclectic Book Club explores the imaginations of interesting authors across numerous genres.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Children (0 - 5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 - 12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Model Train Show featuring the Southern WI Sandhouse Crew

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 4:45pm
Community Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Family, Children (0 - 5), Children (5 - 12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Saturday, January 18 from 9:30 - 4:45Sunday, January 19 from 1:30 - 4:30The Southern Wisconsin Sandhouse Crew is an H.O. Scale Model Railroad Club. The Crew will display their trai...

Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Family, Children (0 - 5), Children (5 - 12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Saturday, January 18 from 9:30 - 4:45
Sunday, January 19 from 1:30 - 4:30

The Southern Wisconsin Sandhouse Crew is an H.O. Scale Model Railroad Club. The Crew will display their trains, answer questions, and talk trains all day!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography: Children and adults participating in Sun Prairie Public Library programs may be photographed by newspaper or television reporters/photographers, library staff members, or others involved with the program. These photographs may appear without compensation in newspapers or productions, publications, on the web, or other printed or electronic materials related to the role and function of the Sun Prairie Public Library. Parents who do not want their children photographed should notify Lynn Montague, Head of Youth Services, before the program starts.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Children (0 - 5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 - 12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Model Train Show featuring the Southern WI Sandhouse Crew

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:45pm
Community Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Family, Children (0 - 5), Children (5 - 12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Saturday, January 18 from 9:30 - 4:45Sunday, January 19 from 1:30 - 4:30The Southern Wisconsin Sandhouse Crew is an H.O. Scale Model Railroad Club. The Crew will display their trai...

Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Family, Children (0 - 5), Children (5 - 12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Saturday, January 18 from 9:30 - 4:45
Sunday, January 19 from 1:30 - 4:30

The Southern Wisconsin Sandhouse Crew is an H.O. Scale Model Railroad Club. The Crew will display their trains, answer questions, and talk trains all day!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography: Children and adults participating in Sun Prairie Public Library programs may be photographed by newspaper or television reporters/photographers, library staff members, or others involved with the program. These photographs may appear without compensation in newspapers or productions, publications, on the web, or other printed or electronic materials related to the role and function of the Sun Prairie Public Library. Parents who do not want their children photographed should notify Lynn Montague, Head of Youth Services, before the program starts.

Closed for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

All Day
Sun Prairie Public Library

The Library is closed July 20, 2025 for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Closing
Branches:
Sun Prairie Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed July 20, 2025 for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 - 12)" group.

Homeschool Huddle

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Conference Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Community Conversation, Games, Lego
Age Group:
Family, Children (5 - 12)
Event Details:

Sun Prairie local, Marie Belliveau, is looking to connect homeschool families together with Homeschool Huddle! Get to know other families in the areaLEGO®, board games, books,...

Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Family, Children (5 - 12)
Program Type: Community Conversation, Games, Lego
Event Details:

Sun Prairie local, Marie Belliveau, is looking to connect homeschool families together with Homeschool Huddle! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility: The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Urban Sun: Black Voices Book Club

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Urban SUN: Black Voices Book Club- a monthly book club since September 2020- is devoted to creating meaningful conversations about race by exploring works of contemporary and histo...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Event Details:

Urban SUN: Black Voices Book Club- a monthly book club since September 2020- is devoted to creating meaningful conversations about race by exploring works of contemporary and historical African-American authors.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Evening Book Club

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Evening Book Club is a welcoming group of fervent readers who love to discuss all genres of books, particularly multicultural & literary fiction and human issues related no...

Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Evening Book Club is a welcoming group of fervent readers who love to discuss all genres of books, particularly multicultural & literary fiction and human issues related nonfiction.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Children (0 - 5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (5 - 12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

National Puzzle Day Puzzle-A-Thon

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 8:30pm
Community Room at Sun Prairie Public Library
Age Group:
Family, Children (0 - 5), Children (5 - 12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

How many puzzles can Sun Prairie do in one day?!SPPL is hosting our second annual all day Puzzle-a-Thon on National Puzzle Day, as part of Frozen Fun Prairie Fest! Stop by and do a...

Library Branch: Sun Prairie Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Family, Children (0 - 5), Children (5 - 12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

How many puzzles can Sun Prairie do in one day?!