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Virtual Author Talk with TJ Klune

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us for an evening with author TJ Klune, as he chats with us online about his newest New York Times bestselling book Somewhere Beyond the Sea!Register Here. Zoom...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us for an evening with author TJ Klune, as he chats with us online about his newest New York Times bestselling book 

This event is in the "0-5" group.

Play & Learn Ages 0-3

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Storytime_Play and Learn - Ages 0-3:

Sing, move, dance, and rhyme with us during this interactive storytime!Babies and their grown-up are encouraged to engage and participate in a storytime structured around the Every...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime

Sing, move, dance, and rhyme with us during this interactive storytime!

Babies and their grown-up are encouraged to engage and participate in a storytime structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ curriculum! Classes incorporate books, technology, movement, and hands-on practice to engage children and adults in a fun, friendly environment.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Starting a New Business

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
FL-Meeting Room at Fish Lake Branch
Program Description:
Local Interests
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Eric Beschinski, a business advisor who helps potential entrepreneurs interested in starting small businesses, will explain the steps and resources necessary to make your business ...

Registration
Library Branch: Fish Lake Branch
Room: FL-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Local Interests
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Eric Beschinski, a business advisor who helps potential entrepreneurs interested in starting small businesses, will explain the steps and resources necessary to make your business a success.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Cookies & Canvas

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Escape the cold and enjoy an evening of cookies and crafting! We will be painting a scenic desert golden hour on canvas. All materials provided. No previous art experience necessar...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Escape the cold and enjoy an evening of cookies and crafting! We will be painting a scenic desert golden hour on canvas. All materials provided. No previous art experience necessary. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Make It! Honey Dipper

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Turn your very own honey dipper on the wood lathe!  In this class, you'll dive into the world of woodworking as you learn the fundamentals of using a wood lathe, including ...

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Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Turn your very own honey dipper on the wood lathe! 

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

This event is in the "0-5" group.

Stories & More Ages 3-5

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Storytime_Stories and More - Ages 3-5:

Get ready for kindergarten with stories, songs, movement and more!Preparing for kindergarten begins long before preschool and kindergarten sign ups! Storytimes build the skills nee...

Event Details:

This week, we will be learning all about the letter A! We will be making an “A is for Alligator” craft, which helps tune fine motor skills, process art, and language development.&n...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Get ready for kindergarten with stories, songs, movement and more!

Preparing for kindergarten begins long before preschool and kindergarten sign ups! Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week, we will be learning all about the letter A! We will be making an “A is for Alligator” craft, which helps tune fine motor skills, process art, and language development. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Winnie the Pooh Day Celebration

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Presentation
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Happy National Winnie the Pooh Day! Join us as we celebrate and pay homage to this classic children's character by reading two Winnie the Pooh stories and create Winnie the Pooh cr...

Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Presentation
Event Details:

Happy National Winnie the Pooh Day! Join us as we celebrate and pay homage to this classic children's character by reading two Winnie the Pooh stories and create Winnie the Pooh crafts. "Pooh's Heffalump Movie" will also be playing. 

This event is in the "0-5" group.

Family Storytime

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
CS-Meeting Room at Coolspring Branch
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Storytime_Family Storytime:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages! Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at...

Library Branch: Coolspring Branch
Room: CS-Meeting Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Bad Art Night

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Other
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Do you want to make art, but worry about a “lack of talent” or others judging you? Not here! Using the provided materials, create whatever your mind can dream up without expectatio...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Other
Event Details:

Do you want to make art, but worry about a “lack of talent” or others judging you? Not here! Using the provided materials, create whatever your mind can dream up without expectations of perfection or beauty.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
Storytime_Family Storytime:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages! Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at...

Event Details:

This week, we will be learning all about clouds! We will be making cloud paintings, which help with fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week, we will be learning all about clouds! We will be making cloud paintings, which help with fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Fabrication Open Lab

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Whether you are new to working with your hands or a pro woodworker or machinist, join us on the third Monday of each month! Bring a project that you're currently working on or star...

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Whether you are new to working with your hands or a pro woodworker or machinist, join us on the third Monday of each month!

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Talk & Stitch

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Interested in knitting, crochet, hand-sewing, or other needlework projects? Whether you're just learning or have decades of experience, join fellow fiber craft enthusiasts for an e...

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Interested in knitting, crochet, hand-sewing, or other needlework projects? Whether you're just learning or have decades of experience, join fellow fiber craft enthusiasts for an evening of stitching!

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Cocoa & Canvas

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
HA-Meeting Room at Hanna Branch
Program Description:
Local Interests, Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Come create your own winter wonderland masterpiece while sipping on hot cocoa! We'll use acrylics to paint a beginner-friendly snowy scene on canvas. You'll be able to display your...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Local Interests, Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Come create your own winter wonderland masterpiece while sipping on hot cocoa! We'll use acrylics to paint a beginner-friendly snowy scene on canvas. You'll be able to display your painting as seasonal decor or gift it to a loved one. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "0-5" group.

Play & Learn Ages 0-3

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Storytime_Play and Learn - Ages 0-3:

Sing, move, dance, and rhyme with us during this interactive storytime!Babies and their grown-up are encouraged to engage and participate in a storytime structured around the Every...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime

Sing, move, dance, and rhyme with us during this interactive storytime!

Babies and their grown-up are encouraged to engage and participate in a storytime structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ curriculum! Classes incorporate books, technology, movement, and hands-on practice to engage children and adults in a fun, friendly environment.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Learn It! Leatherworking Basics

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to identify different types of leather, how to select the right kind of leather for different projects, how to safely and effectively cut leather, and more in this class....

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Learn how to identify different types of leather, how to select the right kind of leather for different projects, how to safely and effectively cut leather, and more in this class.

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Virtual Author Talk with Amanda Montell

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us as we chat with the New York Times bestselling author, Amanda Montell about her newest book, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality.Register Here. Z...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us as we chat with the New York Times bestselling author, Amanda Montell about her newest book, T

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Holiday Tech Help Table

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
RP-Meeting Room at Rolling Prairie Branch
Program Description:
Technology
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Did you get a new device over the holidays and need help setting it up? Come in and speak with one of our Digital Navigators to better understand your technology and how it ca...

Library Branch: Rolling Prairie Branch
Room: RP-Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Technology
Event Details:

Did you get a new device over the holidays and need help setting it up? 

This event is in the "0-5" group.

Stories & More Ages 3-5

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
0-5
Storytime_Stories and More - Ages 3-5:

Get ready for kindergarten with stories, songs, movement and more!Preparing for kindergarten begins long before preschool and kindergarten sign ups! Storytimes build the skills nee...

Event Details:

This week, we will be learning all about clouds! We will be making cloud paintings, which help with fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

Get ready for kindergarten with stories, songs, movement and more!

Preparing for kindergarten begins long before preschool and kindergarten sign ups! Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week, we will be learning all about clouds! We will be making cloud paintings, which help with fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Tai Chi Easy™ for Health and Relaxation

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified Integrative Health Coach, for a six-week series. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Activity Center for Older Adults Tech Help Table

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Library in the Community
Program Description:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Do you need help setting up a new device or have any questions about your electronics? Come in and speak with one of our Digital Navigators to better understand your technology and...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Technology
Event Details:

Do you need help setting up a new device or have any questions about your electronics? Come in and speak with one of our Digital Navigators to better understand your technology and how it can work for you!

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
MN-Multipurpose Room at Main Library
Program Description:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
Storytime_Family Storytime:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages! Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at...

Event Details:

This week is all about stuffed animals! We will be making our own stuffed animal sleepover bags, which will help with concentration, creativity, and fine motor skills. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Storytime
Event Details:

This family-friendly storytime focuses on stories, songs and more for all ages!

Storytimes build the skills needed for kindergarten and provide helpful tips for adults to use at home. Structured around the Every Child Ready to Read™ Curriculum, storytime is a great way to have fun while working on reading skills, social skills, and motor skills.

This week is all about stuffed animals! We will be making our own stuffed animal sleepover bags, which will help with concentration, creativity, and fine motor skills. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Make It! Forever Note

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Do you have a favorite family recipe you want immortalized? Or maybe you want to give a letter with a more personalized touch? You can do all that and more at the Exchange! We'll t...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Do you have a favorite family recipe you want immortalized? Or maybe you want to give a letter with a more personalized touch? You can do all that and more at the Exchange!

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Tai Chi Easy™ for Health and Relaxation

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
MN-Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Description:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: MN-Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Whether you're new to tai chi or have practiced it for years, join Kristy Putnam, Tai Chi Easy™ Senior Trainer of the Integral Institute of Qigong and Tai Chi and a certified Integrative Health Coach, for a six-week series. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Virtual Author Talk with Seth Fishman

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Online
Program Description:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon with Seth Fishman, Vice President and Literary Agent at The Gernert Company! As he gives an inside look into working with an agent and the beginning s...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon with Seth Fishman, Vice President and Literary Agent at The Gernert Company! As he gives an inside look into working with an agent and the beginning stages of the publishing process.