Facts from the Stacks
February 2022
The Saint Peter Public Library welcomes all people
and fosters a safe environment to connect, learn, discover, and grow. 
“There is no mistaking a real book when one meets it. It is like falling in love.”
― Christopher Morley, Pipefuls
I Love to Read Month!
Collection Highlights on Libby
Books about Books
Show Yourself some Love
Something for EveryBody
Make the Move to Libby
Overdrive is shifting its primary focus to the Libby app and the Overdrive app will be removed from app stores in February 2022. 

If you are still using the Overdrive app, please consider switching over to the Libby app which has the same collection of titles but a different layout. Ask at the library if you need more information.
Adult Programs
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Interior Library
Arn Kind - Vietnam: The American Dilemma - America's most controversial war
It lasted 10,000 days, cost the nation 56,000 lives, 300,000 wounded, 1,200 missing in action, and $141 billion. It sparked riots and protests at home and ended without a victory. It left Americans divided in their feelings about the United States' role in Southeast Asia and the world.
Tue., Mar. 15, 6 p.m. Room 219 of the Saint Peter Community Center
Arn Kind's Vietnam
Youth and Family Programs
Family Book Club Picture Books
Family Book Club 
Preschool, Elementary, Middle School children and families 
Read the book together, complete challenges and activities for a chance at more prizes! Read more books from the library and vote on your favorites in March!
There's still time to join Family Book Club! Stop in the library to pick up your free book!
MakerSpace Monday
Maker Space Monday

Upper elementary (grade 3-6)

Thanks to a grant from Greg and Mary Thoen and the Friends of the Library, we will now have a designated weekly time for Maker Space Fun after school! The space will feature a wide variety of STEM activities that provide a hands-on learning experience.

Mondays., 3:30 - 5 p.m. Registration required, Max 10 participants, FREE
Teen Programs
Rescheduled! Teen Talk After-Hours Series
Ages 13 & up
Hands
This after-hours discussion series is geared toward teens. Topics were selected by teens as a way to encourage engagement on topics that enhance diversity and understanding. Snacks and prizes will be available at each session. Registration is encouraged but not required.

● Exclusion, inclusion and discrimination (teens 13 & up) by the Greater Mankato Diversity Council. Learn how peer groups and exclusion and inclusion in schools relates to hurtful discrimination.

Fri., Feb 4 , 6–7 p.m., SPPL Meeting Room
Animanga Club
Ages 13-18
Gather with other teens ages to read your favorite Manga and watch Anime, while joining in lively discussions and activities. Meets first and third Thu. each month at 4 p.m. (Subject to change) Library Meeting Rm. Check the Library Calendar for an up-to-date schedule!
Dungeons and Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons
Ages 12 & up 
The library will offer regular playing time and space to meet other teens who have a love of role-playing games. All playing abilities are welcome, whether you’re an avid fan of D&D or want to see what the game is all about. Wednesdays, 4 p.m.

Teens and Tarot
Teens and Tarot
Ages 14 & up  
Learn about the history of Tarot and how it is used today. In this session, you will get to play with the deck and discover how you can use it as a tool for introspection and creativity. Bring your own deck or use the library’s!

Thu., Feb. 10, 4 p.m. 

Library Resources
Library Services:

OverDrive/Libby
eLibrary MN
hoopla
Library Hours
Mondays 10am-8pm
Tuesdays 10am-8pm
Wednesdays 10am-8pm
Thursdays 10am-8pm
Fridays 10am-5pm
Saturdays 9am-1pm
The library will be closed for the President's Day holiday:
Monday, February 21
Your Next Stack

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Little hands forming the shape of a heart framing a book and library card
Our Vision: We envision the Saint Peter Public Library as a place where all people can gather and are welcome. We imagine our library as a place to create opportunities for lifelong learning which will strengthen our community.
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