Teen Hang Out
Dedicated space for teens to hang out, mess around and geek out! Explore technology, games, music, and art in a drop-in setting. For ages 12-18.
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Washburn Book Club
Welcome back the Washburn Book Club and join our discussion of new and interesting fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited number of lending copies may be picked up at the information desk prior to each discussion. Upcoming titles include: August 11: Florida by Lauren Groff September 8: The Quiet..
East African Dance Residency
This program takes place at Coyle Community Center . Grades 5-12 and adults. Join us to learn about Somali and Oromo dances. During this 6-week art residency in Cedar Riverside, led by the East African Girls Dance Troupe, participants will have the opportunity to take part in six workshops to...
Craft Circle
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.
Crochet Corner
Space for everyone to come together and make yarn magic! Get hands on lessons to make anything crochet related. Very beginner friendly- come with no prior knowledge and leave as a pro! Supplies provided. This program is designed for teens.
Halcyon Days Book Club: The Great Divide
Halcyon Days is a book club that doesn't take itself too seriously; like hanging out with old friends you didn't know you had! Readers interested in exploring books and popular culture will find the group appealing. Hosted by Becky and Karen from Web and Online Services, this book club meets...
Teen Craft and Lounge
Grades 6-12. Dive into arts and crafts, explore different games, or just hang out. It’s the perfect spot to chill, create, and meet new friends. Materials provided. Drop in for a little bit or stay the entire time. Programming may include TV-14 rated material. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin...
Knyaw Professional Young Adult Book Club
Looking for a space to heal, grow, and connect? You’re not alone—and this might be the place for you. Join the Knyaw Book Club for early to mid-level Knyaw professionals to reflect on and unpack the cultures we've grown out of—and into. It’s a space for conversation, curiosity, and community. Every.
Intermediate Sewing Machine Skills: Mini Puff Quilt
Make a mini puff quilt (4 or 9 patches) to use as a decorative pillow – or, keep going on your own and make a whole quilt! Materials provided. Collaborator: Textile Center. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. This is an intermediate level sewing...
Queer Book Club
Join our discussion of new and interesting books written by queer authors or on queer topics – LGBTQIA+ centered program. Bring along your book recommendations for future meetings. Hosted by Lynn from East Lake Library and Sara from Ridgedale Library, this book club will meet the second Tuesday of..
Sewing Tips and Tricks
Our expert sewist will help you mend damaged items, or get you started with a new project! We have sewing machines available in the Innovation Lab, as well as some fabric, thread, buttons, etc., or you can bring your own. Registration is not required, but it helps us keep track of how many people...
Crafternoon
Adults 18 and up. Craft and create with your library community. All skill levels welcome. Bring your own work in progress and join your neighbors in an afternoon of creating and chatting.
Book Club: All the Colors of the Dark
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. All are welcome! Bring along recommendations for future discussions. Lending copies may be picked up at the service desk prior to each meeting. Or request a copy online: www.hclib.org September 15: All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker...
Polar Bear Nights
Grades 1-8. The Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights is a colorful “dancing light” display seen in the Arctic Region of North America. Work with an artist to create a landscape painting that combines watercolor with salt. Then draw and cut out a polar bear with her cubs to add to your painting. Like..
Golden Valley Book Club: The Promise
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. September 14: The Promise by Damon Galgut
Riverview Book Club
Join your neighbors for a casual monthly book discussion! This month's selection is Somewhere in the Unknown World by Kao Kalia Yang. If you need a copy, stop by Riverview Library and inquire at the desk. We meet the second Monday of the month. Here is a list of the books we have read since 2022 .
Magical Creature Mania
Preschool-Kindergarten and their caregivers. Dragons, Unicorns, and Fairies – oh my! Help us bring a fantastical picture book to life through character work, imaginative games, and visual art activities, all while strengthening the tools in your actor's toolkit: body, voice, and imagination....
Mystery Book Club
Join our discussion of new and interesting mystery titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up prior to meeting. Titles to be announced.
Wearable Art: Residency with COMPAS Teaching Artist Broderick Poole
Grades 5-12. Join us for a weekly series to create wearable art with COMPAS Teaching Artist Broderick Poole. Explore various apparel design techniques and create your own wearable masterpiece. Materials provided. Collaborator: COMPAS. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and...
Excelsior Book Club: Hester
Join our discussion of interesting titles. The book club meets in-person on the second Thursday of each month. September 10: Hester by Laurie Lico Albanese October 8: The Last Bookshop in London by Madeline Martin November 12: James by Percival Everett View complete book list from 2025-2026...
Writing as a Profession: Buried Bias in Craft
How can we better adapt our writing habits to accommodate diversity in myriad forms? Explore the complexity of narrative when writing outside of one’s lived experience and personal identity via a candid discussion about what an unapologetic, anti-racist approach to writing looks like. This class is.
Draw & Swap
If you don't think you can draw, you can! Have fun sketching or doodling with a variety of art supplies. This is an all ages, drop-in, informal event. Participants are welcome to draw quietly and/or to ask library staff for help learning how to doodle. After the event, we invite you to swap your...
Linden Hills Book Club
Join our discussion of new and interesting fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited number of lending copies will be available at the service desk. The book club meets the third Thursday of every month. The book club is hybrid, offering both in-person and online participation. Please register in...
Mystery/Thriller Book Club
Join our discussion of new and interesting mystery and thriller titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the information desk prior to meeting. September 14: Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane October 12: The Current by Tim Johnston November 9:...
Historical Fiction Book Club
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.
Turning Life into Fiction
There’s no doubt that your life has been full of interesting, fun or painful events that you have wanted to write about. Maybe you want to reveal names, dates or places – but maybe you fear that you might hurt someone or worse, that you may be sued. Should our stories be written as truthful essays..
Friends of the Penn Lake Library Mystery Book Club
Join our discussion of new and interesting mystery and thriller titles. A limited number of lending copies are available at the Penn Lake Library service desk. Collaborator: Friends of the Penn Lake Library. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library. September 16: The Cold, Cold Ground by...
Protection Charm With Traditional Korean Patchwork
These classes center on the theme, "The Art of Being With...," and are related to the exhibit at Minneapolis Central Library. Together, they explore the idea that giving and receiving care and love brings meaning to our lives. Thoughtfulness is essential in finding purpose; without it, everyday...
Crafterdark
Craft, create, and connect with your library community. We encourage you to bring your current projects – any and all portable crafts with library-safe materials are welcome! Don’t have a project going already? Washburn Library has materials available for you to use! All skill levels welcome....
Mindful Magnets
Grades 1-6. Mindfulness and stitching go hand-in-hand! Learn and use two embroidery stitching techniques to create a collection of fridge or locker magnets, each containing words of affirmation to set your intention for the day! Create a list of attributes that are special and unique to you, and...
Mystery Loves Company Book Club
Join us the 3rd Wednesday of each month for crime, company, and cookies! Each month a new mystery theme will be selected. Read any book under the chosen category to share with the group. If you're just looking for reading inspiration, no problem! Sit back and listen as fellow mystery lovers share...
Writing as a Profession: Taming the Manuscript
Through exercises and exploration of successful writers’ revision strategies, learn how to revisit your manuscript with confidence, not fear. Receive valuable feedback on a portion of your revised draft from your peers and the teaching artist. Part of a four-part series, “Writing as a Profession.”..
Book Club: Wandering Stars
Join us to discuss " Wandering Stars " by Tommy Orange. Copies will be available for checkout at the Hosmer Library service desk beginning August 15. All are welcome to attend.
Highland Book Club
Join us for a discussion of a book the club members have chosen! This month we are reading Brooklyn by Colm Tóibín . We meet every other month on the second Monday of the month from 6-7:30pm. We choose the next title at the previous meeting. Here is a list of the books we have read since 2021:...
Friends of the Penn Lake Library Adult Book Club
Join our discussion of new and interesting fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited number of lending copies will be available at the service desk. The book club meets the second Thursday of every month. Collaborator: Friends of the Penn Lake Library. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County...
Teen Hang-Out
Every Tuesday in our Teen Space! Come meet other teens, make a craft, run a Dnd campaign, or simply to talk to us about what you want to do! Drop-in for a little bit or stay the whole time :) No registration necessary. *Teen Hang-Out is for ages 12-18 and 7-12th grade students.
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