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.
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!
BINGO AT THE LIBRARY
The first and third Thursday of the month at 2:00 p.m.
Upcoming dates: Nov. 5 & 19, Dec. 4
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!
COOKBOOK CLUB
November 7, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
The cookbook club is back in action! Sign up for a recipe from Milk Street Cookish: Throw it Together, whip it up, and join us for potluck extravaganza! Taste different dishes from the cookbook and spill the beans on your experience. Grab your book or a copy of your chosen recipe at the library. Registration is required.
BOARD GAME MEETUP
November 14, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Join us at the library to learn a new game or play a classic! This event is for anyone who enjoys playing board games or wants to learn and connect with fellow community members. We will provide a variety of games to choose from, including competitive and cooperative options, so you can pick your preferred game type!
TWEEN NIGHT: SUPER SMASH BROS AND PIXEL ART
Tuesday, November 17 at 4:00 p.m.
Stop by the library and play in a Super Smash Bros tournament! Create pixel art to take home while you game and make new friends! Geared for ages 8-11. No registration required.
CREATE & CONNECT
Wednesday, November 18, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Create and Connect! A monthly program for adults to enjoy community and unleash creativity. Use techniques we’ve learned in previous Create & Connect sessions or use your own inspiration to create mixed-media holiday items! All materials will be provided and no experience is necessary. Just come to relax and create in community! Geared for adults; free; no registration required.
BOOK CLUB
Tuesday, November 24 at 1:00 p.m.
November’s Pick: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
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.
CULVER’S READING PROGRAM
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
Knitting Kit
Would you like to try knitting before you invest in your own supplies? Check out our Knitting Kit! The kit has everything you need to get started including beginners instructions, knitting needles and much more! A practice piece of yarn is included to work on your stitches, but you will need to provide your own yarn to create any of the projects. 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.
