Kids and families can get to know the natural world with the SLC Park Rangers! This summer, the Rangers will lead a different activity at each City Library branch. Click for the activity schedule.
Tue, June 3, Noon, Marmalade Branch · Nature Poetry
Explore the gardens and plant life surrounding the Library, make observations, and use your creative side to put them onto paper.
Thu, June 5, Noon, Sprague Branch · Macroinvertebrates
Learn about some of the smallest animals, macroinvertebrates, who live in our city’s streams, ponds, and wetlands. We'll be outside, so dress appropriately and wear sunscreen!
Sat, June 21, 2pm, Chapman Branch · Solar Ovens
Solar ovens are a great STEM activity to learn about renewable energy and how to harness the power of the sun to make your own mini oven. We'll provide the supplies and in the end we'll all enjoy a tasty snack!
Mon, June 23, 1:30pm, Sprague Branch · Solar Printing
Make a Cyanotype Print by using the sun to create beautiful images from materials you find on nature walk.
Tue, July 1, Noon, Marmalade Branch · Backyard Birds
Learn how to attract, spot, and identify the incredible birds that live right in your own neighborhood!
Thu, July 10, 3pm, Day-Riverside Branch · Macroinvertebrates
Learn about some of the smallest animals, macroinvertebrates, who live in our city’s streams, ponds, and wetlands. We'll be outside, so dress appropriately and wear sunscreen!
Mon, July 14, 2pm, Glendale Branch · Solar Ovens
Solar ovens are a great STEM activity to learn about renewable energy and how to harness the power of the sun to make your own mini oven. We'll provide the supplies and in the end we'll all enjoy a tasty snack!
Thu, July 31, 2pm, Sweet Branch · Beavers in the Beehive State
Beavers are one of our city’s busiest animals. Come explore the world of these furry, hardworking creatures and discover why they are so important to our ecosystem
EVENT TYPE: | Workshops | Fun & Games |
The Sprague Branch's high-gabled English Tudor style building has served the Sugar House community for three generations. The building was selected by the American Library Association in 1935 as the "Most Beautiful Branch Library in America." The two-level facility was opened in 1928 and has been renovated several times as use continues to increase. An expansion project to add a new public meeting room and remodel the building was completed in April 2001, which increased the square footage to 13,058. As the Sugar House shopping district sprouted up, the Sprague Branch continues to hold its historical charm and provide community members with outstanding public library services. Free parking is available to the east and south of the building, and free wi-fi access is provided throughout the library.
