Get creative at Rawlins Library during International Creativity Month. You’ll find many guided opportunities to express yourself or find your own creative flow through Creativebug tutorials offered by Rawlins Library.
ONE BOOK RAWLINS LIBRARY: DON’T LOOK BACK
During 2024, Rawlins Library is encouraging all adult patrons to participate in the One Book program and read Don’t Look Back by Achut Deng and Keely Hutton. The non-fiction book follows an orphaned six-year-old girl through an African refugee camp to her challenges establishing a life in the United States. Throughout 2024, Rawlins will host a series of events related to Don’t Look Back, and the One Book program. Book copies are available at Rawlins Library or through the Libby app.
HUGHES COUNTY LIBRARY CARDS
Beginning January 1, Hughes County residents are eligible for free library cards from Rawlins Library. Bring in a photo ID and proof of residency to get yours!
HOOPLA
Rawlins Library is expanding its digital offerings with Hoopla. It provides users access to comics, manga, music, movies, and TV, as well audiobooks and eBooks. Visit Rawlins Library to learn more.
TAKE AND MAKE SNOWFLAKES
Make your own snowflakes that are as unique as you. Directions and all needed materials are available while supplies last. Pick up your take and make kit at the circulation desk.
Brrr… It’s cold!
Storytime will take a break during the month of January 2024. There will be no Wednesday morning Storytime during the month of January 2024. We look forward to seeing you when Storytime resumes in February 2024.
ADULT BOOK CLUB (Tuesdays)
Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 6 p.m.
In January, the club will read Ordinary Grace by Kent Krueger. To reserve a book or join the club, email rawlinslibrary@ci.pierre.sd.us, call 605.773.7421, or sign up in person. Water and coffee are provided. Participants must be 18 or older.
TRAVEL ADVENTURE WITH THE MAMMENGAS
Thursday, Jan. 4, 6:30 p.m.
Wonder what it’s like to travel to France, Spain, or Morocco? Learn firsthand from Jeff, Lisa and Kyle Mammenga as they share their recent travel adventures to those three countries. Registration requested by calling 605.773.7421.
Makerspace Monday: Snowman Basket & Treats
Monday, Jan. 8, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Come to this Makerspace Monday event and find out how to transform a plain Styrofoam cup into a cute snowman basket filled with a package of chocolate chip cookies and a packet of cocoa mix. Join us in the South Dakota Room for storytelling and fun crafting. Kids of all ages are invited to our after-school programming.
RIDES FOR READERS
Thursday, Jan. 11, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
The second Thursday of each month from now until April, Rawlins Library is offering senior citizens free rides to the library. Seniors who want a ride to the library should contact River Cities Transit at least 24 hours in advance to reserve a ride. The round trips will be provided at no cost to patrons who live in Pierre city limits.
River Cities Transit can be reached at 605.945.2360.
TRAVEL ADVENTURE WITH THE MAMMENGAS
Sunday, Jan. 14, 2:00 p.m.
Wonder what it’s like to travel to France, Spain, or Morocco? Learn firsthand from Jeff, Lisa and Kyle Mammenga as they share their recent travel adventures to those three countries. Registration requested by calling 605.773.7421.
introduction to hoopla
Thursday, Jan. 18, 4 p.m. – 6p.m.
Rawlins Library is expanding its digital offerings with Hoopla. It provides users access to comics, manga, music, movies, and TV, as well audiobooks and eBooks. To learn how to use and access the technology, join the come and go introduction at the library.
MAKE YOUR OWN BATH BOMBS
Thursday, Jan. 18, 6:30 p.m.
With help from online tutorials available through Creativebug, make your own bath bombs. All necessary materials are provided by Rawlins Library; personalize your bomb by bringing your own essential oils. Registration requested by calling 605.773.7421.
CANVAS PAINTING WORKSHOP
Saturday, Jan. 20, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Join Creative lil’ Feller’s Rebecca Feller for a painting workshop. All supplies and instruction are included with the $30 registration fee. Registration is required at 605.773.7421
MAKE YOUR OWN BATH BOMBS
Sunday, Jan. 21, 2 p.m.
With help from online tutorials available through Creativebug, make your own bath bombs. All necessary materials are provided by Rawlins Library; personalize your bomb by bringing your own essential oils. Registration requested by calling 605.773.7421.
Makerspace Monday: Snowy Owl
Monday, Jan. 22, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Did you know the Snowy Owl has feather-covered feet? These dense feathers keep the owl’s feet warm, like fluffy slippers. We’ll learn more about this Arctic creature and create our very own “snowy owl” to take home. Kids of all ages are invited to our after-school programming.
Early Release Day Program: Make Your Own Popcorn Bowl
Wednesday, Jan. 24, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
This Early Release Day program will feature storytelling and a fun “make your own popcorn bowl” project. We’ll create a bowl using paper and yarn and fill it with your very own bag of popcorn. Meet your friends at the library for this hour-long program.
GET CREATIVE WITH FEED SACKS
Wednesday, Jan. 24, 1:30 p.m.
Crafting with feed sacks. It’s a thing, and Carol Howard is an expert. She’ll share some background on feed sacks and share the ways she’s used them to elevate her crafting and design work. Registration requested at 605.773.7421.
Valentines for Family, Friends & Local Senior Citizens
Saturday, Jan. 27, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
You and your family will have a fun morning creating homemade Valentines for loved ones and making an extra card for a senior citizen residing in Pierre. We will have plenty of blank cards, markers, colors, glue, pom-poms, foam shapes and more at this second annual Saturday event. Rawlins Library will deliver your homemade valentines to senior citizens residing in our Adult Outreach locations.