Dec 15 Monday
English Language Skills (ELS) Classes The K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library offering free English classes for Spanish-speaking adults! Join us to improve your English for everyday situations. This ongoing class focuses on building oral communication skills while learning essential grammar, regular and irregular verbs, pronouns, adjectives, and practical vocabulary you can use right away. All classes are free and held at the library.When: Mondays, beginning October 20th Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM Ages: Adult/General Registration: No registration required.
Clases para desarrollar el idioma inglés. (ELS)La K. O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library estará ofreciendo clases de inglés para adultos de habla hispana. Únete para que desarrolles tu inglés para cada situación cotidiana. El curso se enfocará en desarrollar habilidades de comunicación oral, gramática, además de verbos y vocabulario que utilizarás inmediatamente. Las clases son totalmente gratuitas y ofrecidas en la biblioteca.Cuándo: Todos los lunes comenzando desde el 20 de octubre de 2025. Hora: 6:30-7:30 PM Edades: Adultos/GeneralNo requiere registro.
Dec 16 Tuesday
Step into the magic of the season at our Nordic Yule Market, open October 11 – January 10 at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop! Inspired by traditional Nordic and German holiday markets, this festive shopping experience features:• Handcrafted gifts from Nordic and local artists (50 new vendors!)• Special events including live music, sip & shop, and family-friendly activities• A cozy reading corner• Meet & greets with your favorite characters• Free gift wrapping on select days Every purchase supports museum exhibitions and programming—thank you for making a difference with your holiday shopping! Mark your calendars for extra-special dates:• Nov. 20–22: Gifting for Good Holiday Sale (with area cultural institution stores!)• Dec. 4: Sip & Shop with Nordic band Project Constellation & free gift wrapping• December 13, 10 – 12: Meet Anna and Elsa at Community Art Day!• Open until 7 on Thursday's in November and December Follow us on social media for updates, sneak peeks, and event details! Event Dates/Times:Open October 11th – January 10th• Saturday’s 10 – 4• Sunday’s 12 – 4
• Monday – Friday’s 10 – 5
• Open until 7 on Thursdays in November and December
• Open until 8 on Friday, October 24th• December 18th 5 – 7, Santa Meet and Greet Closure dates:• October 13th
• November 11th
• November 27th
• November 28th
• December 25th
• December 26th
• January 1st
• January 4th
This year deck the halls (OK, maybe just the table) in evergreen elegance with a handmade wintergreen centerpiece! Florist extraordinaire, Sam Johnson-Bachmeier, will teach you how to make a beautiful holiday arrangement that will be the envy of all your friends and family! Holiday Greenery is part of Brain Boosters, a series of events and experiences happening all across the City of Aberdeen!
The brain thrives on novelty. Trying new things and picking up new skills helps to improve memory, grow brain cells and boost the release of dopamine! With events scheduled at different locations, such as the Wo’takuye Oyate Kinship Center, K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library, Fit & Fire Studios and NSU’s Innovation Center, participants can connect to each other and their community while learning something new!When: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Time: 6:00-8:00PM Age: General Registration: No registration required
Dec 17 Wednesday
Introduce your child to the magical world of books and language through engaging stories, lively songs, and fun activities Story Time is thoughtfully designed to support early literacy development and help prepare your child for future school success. It’s also a wonderful opportunity for young children to build social skills and make new friends.Each session features a new theme or topic, keeping the experience fresh and exciting. Programs typically last about 30 minutes. No registration is required—just drop in! Caregivers are expected to attend with their children.When: Every other Wednesday starting September 3rd through November 26th Time: 10:00-10:30AM Registration: No registration requiredThemes:- Sept 17th – Rabbits- Oct 1st – Author Feature – Melanie Watt- Oct 15th – Zoo- Oct 29th – Halloween (can wear costumes if they want)- Nov 12th – Polar Bears- Nov 26th – Dinosaurs
Pie and Bingo!Come to the library and play a few rounds of bingo, win prizes, and enjoy a slice of pie with friends as you listen to a guest speaker or musician from the community. Everyone is welcome. No registration required.When: Wednesdays, Jan. 15th, Feb. 19th, Mar. 19th, April 16th, May 21st, June 18th, July 16th, Aug. 20th, Sept. 17th, Oct. 15th, Nov. 19th, and Dec. 17th.Time: 1:30-3:00PMAge: General/AdultRegistration: No registration required
Dec 18 Thursday
Join us for a special program just for you and your baby! Spend quality time together and connect with other parents, caregivers, and little ones at the library. Snuggle Up with Stories features songs, books, rhymes, and more—all thoughtfully planned with babies in mind. This 20-minute program supports your baby’s early development by building listening, language, and motor skills in a fun, nurturing environment. Please come prepared to sit on the floor with your baby in your lap. Activities are one-on-one to encourage bonding and interaction. Have an older child with you? No problem—we’ll have coloring sheets or other quiet activities available to help keep them engaged.When: Every other Thursday starting Sept 11th through Nov20th Time: 10:00-10:30AM Registration: No registration
Meet Santa at the Nordic Yule Market at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop on Thursday, December 18th from 5 - 7.
Santa is stopping by the Nordic Yule Market! Bring your wish lists and holiday spirit for a family fun evening. Kids (of all ages!) can meet Santa and share their Holiday wishes while exploring unique gifts from Nordic and local artisans. After your visit, have your gifts complimentary wrapped and enjoy samplings of your favorite Nordic treats!
Dec 19 Friday
