Internet Safety

Navigate to legitimate, trustworthy websites.  Type the company's full website address (URL) directly into the address bar.  Don't rely on internet searches or quick links to get to websites.  Only access reputable websites.

Sign out of your accounts.  Don't simply close the web browser.  You could still be logged into email, Facebook, or other accounts.

Never say your password out loud.  Never tell anyone your password.  Never give out your password via email or messaging.

Never click on advertising.  Only click on links that you trust.

Never accept Friend Requests from people you don't know.

Don't reply to emails or messages from unknown people or email addresses.

Report suspicious emails and scams to your Internet or wireless service provider.

Report cyber bullying or criminal activity to law enforcement. 

Embrace civility on the internet.  Don't engage in negative or harmful interactions.

Report identity theft at identitytheft.gov

Mission Statement

The Sturgis Public Library provides materials, information, programs, services, and access to technology contributing to the life-long learning and personal enrichment of community members.

Vision Statement

The Sturgis Public Library strives to be an anchor in the community that empowers and engages individuals.

Library Staff

  • Library Director: Christopher Hahn
  • Assistant Library Director: Donia Sichler
  • Youth & Adult Services; Programming: Sierra Frazier-Riggs
  • Circulation Librarian: Kathy Dykstra
  • Librarian & Archivist: Lee Stroschine
  • Library Assistants: Merman Cooper, Cindy Lord

Board of Trustees

  • President: Kristi Palmer
  • Vice President: Kelly Magdanz
  • Treasurer: Kristin Meunier
  • Meade County Rep: Lance Scherer
  • City Council Rep: Beka Zerbst
  • Terry Hermann
  • Cathie Anderson
  • Board Secretary, Library Director: Christopher Hahn

Union Center "Branch" Library

Union Center "Branch" Library
16948 SD Highway 34
Union Center 57787
(605) 985-5591