Museums, zoos, landmarks, and must-see attractions in Crane Lake, MN. The best spots for locals and visitors.
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Teachers and parents of children of all ages are invited to join Richard Lewis and Lilly Crawford in a conversation based on Lewis' poem and book, " A Tree Lives ," on exploring and encouraging the profound and instinctive sense that children can, and so often, express towards the beauty and life...
MLB: Toronto Blue Jays at Minnesota Twins at Target Field
For children ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Sing, dance, and explore musical instruments together in this program designed to help build your child's early music skills. Siblings welcome.
Presented by the Laurel School of Music, the Family Concert Series invites our youngest music appreciators and their families to enjoy free live performances by the Laurel School of Music faculty. Each concert features a lively mix of musical genres and instruments, followed by complimentary...
Drop in to get help with your job search from Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Employment Services programs. Career Navigators can help with résumé and cover letters, interviewing preparation and practice, career exploration and resource connecting. Collaborator: Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota. No..
Join us for an art reception to celebrate the student artists of Pratt Elementary School! Everyone is welcome to enjoy art, music, and activities for all ages. After the reception, student artwork will be on display in the library during the month of May. Collaborator: Pratt Elementary School....
Explore technology, games, music and art in a drop-in setting. For ages 12-18.
MiLB Triple-A: Iowa Cubs at St. Paul Saints at CHS Field
Your health matters! Meet face-to-face with representatives from local health organizations. Bring your questions and learn about your options for affordable health plans, access to primary and preventative care, mental health, sexual and reproductive health, harm reduction and recovery services,...
Learn about natural history, biology and geology by trading items at the Nature Trading Place at Nokomis Library. Bring in your objects, drawings, or photographs of natural objects, and earn points in trade for other items in the collection.
Join us for conversation, read the newspaper, or do a crossword puzzle! This is a drop-in program, so come to stay or just say "Hi!" Each week will feature an activity from 1:30-3 p.m.* All individuals age 55+ are welcome. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library. Collaborator: Westminster...
Join the Twin Cities’ Goblin Craft Club in the meeting room for a bring-your-own-craft gathering! All craft projects are welcome, but please bring your own tools and materials. This gathering is also only for adults; if you have mini-goblins, please leave them at home!
WNBA: Toronto Tempo at Minnesota Lynx at Target Center
Come work on your crafting projects in a community setting at Sun Ray Library! Bring whatever project you’re working on and trade tips and tricks with other crafters. There will be a materials swap at each event, so bring any leftover materials you have that you’d like to share.
Homework Centers are comfortable spaces at the library where students of all ages can drop in and work on their homework independently or with the help of volunteer tutors. The centers are equipped with comfortable furniture, computers, printers, reference books, and school supplies for student...
Grades 8-12. Using your hands and bright colored, super chunky, eco (recycled) yarn, learn how to knit and crochet ropes to decorate your favorite room, stitch them together for a scarf, or turn them into fun little creatures. Materials provided. Collaborator: Parcel Arts. This program is funded...
Grades 2-8. Come hang out and play Pokémon with like-minded friends at the library! Participants may bring their own cards or use cards provided by the library. All skill levels welcome.
Join us for a new craft every month. Meet other local crafters and share in the joy of making cool things. Materials provided. Limit 15. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
Seniors, get one-on-one technology support for your personal device (smartphone, tablet or laptop). This program is staffed by tech support volunteers with expertise in working with adults age 60 and older to navigate the digital landscape. Bring your own device, or a library computer will be...
Need something mended? Is your favorite piece of clothing falling apart? Our expert sewist will teach you how to mend with a machine or by hand, either invisibly or the new trend of visible mending. Registration is required.
Adults 18 and up. Use jute, caning, or yarn (or all three) to wrap a jar that can be used to hold your stuff! Materials provided. All skill levels welcome! Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
Bring gently used outdoor gear you no longer need. Take home stuff you can use. Swap it—for free. Swap-it events are a fun, sustainable way to reduce waste, share resources, build community, and support local reuse efforts. You don’t have to bring anything to take something home. Everyone is...
Grades 8-12. Join library staff as they provide a quiet and calm designated space for teens to work on craft projects, play games, or just chill with each other while doing their own thing. Materials provided.
For toddlers and PreKs and their favorite grown-ups. Drop by the library for a different fun activity every month! No registration required.
Grades 3-9. Put your game face on. Board games, card games, puzzles, and Nintendo Switch are provided by the library or bring your own games! Bring your friends and come make new ones for an afternoon of gaming together!
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. May 11: Three Ordinary Girls by Tim Brady
This early childhood playtime includes stories, stretching, movement, and lots of fun! This playtime is for young children, ages zero to five, to develop a love for books and make new friends. Playtime is from 10:30am-11:00am. Storytime is from 11:00am-11:30am.
Calling all future engineers and architects! We've got the bricks, but we need you to bring your imagination. No experience necessary. We'll also have DUPLOS®, so all ages are welcome. No registration is required. Room capacity is limited.
Learn about your health and connect to the care you need! Meet with Red Door Clinic to take a free, private Rapid HIV test, learn about HIV prevention and care, get help connecting to treatment and medical services, and access harm reduction resources. No registration required. Collaborator: Red...
Join our crafting community and come to Roosevelt Library every other Saturday from 2-4 p.m.! We encourage you to bring your current projects. Any and all portable crafts with library-safe materials are welcome. Don’t have a current project or any crafting supplies? Roosevelt Library will have a...
Join our discussion of new and interesting fiction titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up prior to meeting. Titles to be announced.
Watch the Mary Ann Key Book Club’s conversation with Robin Wall Kimmerer, author of " The Serviceberry ." In this livestreamed event, Kimmerer will be joined in conversation by Star Tribune columnist and book club partner Myron Medcalf. The conversation will conclude with a Q&A from the in-person...
Stop by the M Health Fairview table in the lobby of the Sun Ray Library to chat with healthcare providers about nutrition or medication, check your blood pressure, or get a hand massage. Free COVID-19 vaccines are available for people ages 12 and up, and free flu vaccines are available for people 6.
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the previous book club meeting or following the meeting at the service desk. May 6: The Splendid and the Vile by Erik Larson See previous titles read on the...
Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies, and meeting other chess fans. Chess equipment will be provided. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Walk-ins are welcome. Come and have fun!
Need help getting connected, navigating online tools, or finding resources? We're here to help! Please Drop-in to Open Lab: Access to computers, Wi-Fi, printers, and more Have comfortable spaces to job search, interview(zoom), work on your resume, and more Get help navigating technology (Email,.
Grades 6-12. Drop in and join the fun! Play a variety of retro and new video games and tabletop games. Try out different games and meet new people. Bring your own game rated E or T to share! Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Hosted by Antonio from Plymouth Library. Some lending copies will be available at the Plymouth Library service desk. May 6: Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn June 3: Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez July 1: Wedding People by Alison..
Join us for a cup of coffee and get assistance with services related to housing, shelter access, benefits, identification, healthcare, chemical dependency and more. Drop in assistance is available for people who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. Everyone welcome! Community Partners:..
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Connect with your child during this drop-in program exploring early literacy activities. A licensed ECFE parent educator will be available to discuss caregiving topics in Spanish and English. Collaborator: Minneapolis Public Schools Early Childhood...
Join our discussion of new and interesting historical fiction titles. Bring along recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the Brooklyn Park Library service desk.
Join us for a fun and relaxing evening of crafting. We welcome all types of crafters. We often, but not always, have an instructor present who can teach anyone to knit or crochet. We have a good selection of free yarn you can choose from for your first project. We have “needles” you can learn on...
Calling all future engineers and architects! We've got the bricks, but we need you to bring your imagination. No experience necessary. We'll also have DUPLOS®, so all ages are welcome.
Join your neighbors for a casual monthly book discussion! We meet the second Monday of the month. Here is a list of the books we have read since 2022 .
Play Nintendo Switch, try out our HTC VIVE virtual reality headset or just chill and meet new friends. Drop in.
Hang out, mess around, and geek out at the George Latimer Central Library! Every Tuesday of the month experience a tech-free Level Up at the Library. These sessions will be focused on arts and crafts such as painting, miniatures, and fabrics. Stop in if you are looking for a free space to unplug!