Adult Summer Reading
June 1 - July 31
Start reading on June 1 and be entered to win a weekly Book & Gift Card Bungle! Summer Reading ends on July 31, leaving you with 9 chance to win a bundle!
Bookmarks & Prize Entry
- Bookmarks can be picked up at the library or printed from home.
- Read 30 minutes a day and keep track on your bookmark!
- Submit your bookmark by 6 p.m. on Saturdays by dropping it off at the library or sending a photo to:
- Facebook: RapidCityPublicLibrary
- Instagram: @rapidcitypubliclibrary
- Email: ask@rcplib.org
- Prize winners will be drawn weekly.
- Read and log every week in June and July and submit your logs by August 31 to be entered for a chance to win the Gift Card Grand Prize Basket! Plus, choose a free book for turning in your 1st and 4th logs!
Weekly Book & Gift Card Bundles
Week 1: Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
Week 2: Turtle Island by Sean Sherman
Week 3: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
Week 4: A People’s History of the United States by Howard Zinn
Week 5: The God of the Woods by Liz Moore
Week 6: Talking to Strangers by Malcolm Gladwell
Week 7: James by Percival Everett
Week 8: Breathe by James Nestor
Week 9: The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave
EVENTS FOR ADULTS
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Wed, May 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room
Jeanie Kirkpatrick, curator of the South Dakota Air and Space Museum, presents the story of Nellie Zabel Willhite - South Dakota's first female pilot and first deaf woman to earn a pilot's license.
Wed, May 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Welcome to The Library, a place for adventuring parties to convene and take part in glorious battles. Everyone's invited to play, whether it's your first time playing or you're a seasoned adventurer.
Thu, May 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room
Get your finances on track early with real-world tips on budgeting, credit, student loans, investing, and making compound interest work for you.
Wed, May 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room
Learn about Summer Reading and how to participate to win cool prizes, plus get the inside scoop before our kickoff party!
Wed, May 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room
Learn about Summer Reading and how to participate to win cool prizes, plus get the inside scoop before our kickoff party!
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
A haunting novel spanning several generations, The Seed Keeper follows a Dakhóta family's struggle to preserve their way of life, and their sacrifices to protect what matters most.
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Community Room
Kick Off Summer Reading with Dinosaurs, Fossils & Fun! Pick up your reading log, explore prizes, and kick off summer at our prehistoric party!
Sun, May 31, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Follow students and teachers at a Tokyo elementary school over a year, exploring learning, growth, and life in Japanese society.
Mon, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room
Restore your mind and invigorate your body with Sol Yoga Collective at the library! In this safe and comfortable environment, you'll be guided through beginner's yoga poses and stretches.
Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Conference Room
Learn the basics of computer-aided design (CAD) while creating fun, hands-on digital projects.
Sun, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Spruce up your garden by creating custom, painted wooden garden labels that were cut in the Makerspace!
Registration opens Saturday, May 23 2026 at 10:00am
Mon, Jun 08, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room
Bring your needles, hooks, and yarn for an evening of fiber arts! Don't have equipment? The library has some that you can use for the class! Join us for camaraderie and snacks!
Wed, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Bring the whole family for a night of board games, beginner D&D, and friendly competition! Drop in, play together, and discover new favorites! All ages welcome.
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
Get a close-up look at local insects and discover how these tiny creatures quietly support healthy forests and parks - no bug expertise needed!
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Grow more food for less! Learn simple, budget-friendly ways to grow in small spaces, perfect for beginners and anyone short on time, money, or experience.
Sun, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Race the clock in a puzzle showdown! Ten teams of 2-4 compete to be the fastest to finish their puzzle and win prizes!
Registration opens Sunday, May 31 2026 at 10:00am
Wed, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room
Join physicians from Monument Health as they share tips for taking charge of your own health, advocating for yourself in healthcare settings, and answering your questions.
Wed, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Welcome to The Library, a place for adventuring parties to convene and take part in glorious battles. Everyone's invited to play, whether it's your first time playing or you're a seasoned adventurer.
Thu, Jun 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Country artist Levi Coovert shares original tunes and timeless classics on acoustic guitar, bringing joy, heart, and toe-tapping fun to the library.
Mon, Jun 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room
Bring your needles, hooks, and yarn for an evening of fiber arts! Don't have equipment? The library has some that you can use for the class! Join us for camaraderie and snacks!
Wed, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Bling out your favorite book with gemstones! Bring one from home, give a discarded book a new home, or buy one to decorate from our bookstore. All other supplies will be provided.
Thu, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
A propulsive, electrifying, and enraging retelling in verse of the life of Greek goddess Hekate, child of war turned all-powerful goddess of witchcraft and necromancy.
Registration opens Monday, June 1 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jun 27, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room
Discover historic games, crafts, and activities for kids and families to celebrate the United States' 250th birthday!
Sun, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Explore the violent 1970 NYC clash between construction workers and Vietnam War protesters that exposed a growing class divide and reshaped American politics.
Mon, Jun 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room
Join the Rushmore Music Festival for a classical concert at the library, exploring beautiful music along with its influences and history.
Sun, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Unleash your artistic side and create a beautiful painting to take home. We'll provide the supplies and tutorials.
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room
Restore your mind and invigorate your body with Sol Yoga Collective at the library! In this safe and comfortable environment, you'll be guided through beginner's yoga poses and stretches.
Mon, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room
Bring your needles, hooks, and yarn for an evening of fiber arts! Don't have equipment? The library has some that you can use for the class! Join us for camaraderie and snacks!
Wed, Jul 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room
Join us for our monthly lecture series exploring various topics while enjoying refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library! Check back in for more details about this month's event!
Wed, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Welcome to The Library, a place for adventuring parties to convene and take part in glorious battles. Everyone's invited to play, whether it's your first time playing or you're a seasoned adventurer.
Sun, Jul 26, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room
Join us for a documentary and refreshments provided by The Friends of the Library!
Mon, Jul 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room
Bring your needles, hooks, and yarn for an evening of fiber arts! Don't have equipment? The library has some that you can use for the class! Join us for camaraderie and snacks!
Thu, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
Check back in to see this month's book club title!
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 9:00am
Sun, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Explore software, websites, and tools that can be used to create things in the Makerspace and beyond in Creation Station, focusing on a new skill each month!
Registration opens Sunday, July 19 2026 at 10:00am
Mon, Aug 03, 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room
Restore your mind and invigorate your body with Sol Yoga Collective at the library! In this safe and comfortable environment, you'll be guided through beginner's yoga poses and stretches.
Mon, Aug 10, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room
Bring your needles, hooks, and yarn for an evening of fiber arts! Don't have equipment? The library has some that you can use for the class! Join us for camaraderie and snacks!
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