Family Storytime

For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.

Read With an Animal

Grades 1-3. Cuddle up with a certified therapy animal and practice reading aloud. Most libraries host dogs, but you can call ahead to see if other animals will be visiting. Sign up for a 20-minute time slot at the desk or by calling 612-543-6450. Drop-ins will be accom......More

Grades 1-3. Cuddle up with a certified therapy animal and practice reading aloud. Most libraries host dogs, but you can call ahead to see if other animals will be visiting. Sign up for a 20-minute time slot at the desk or by calling 612-543-6450. Drop-ins will be accommodated based on availability. Collaborator: PAWS to READ is a program of North Star Therapy Animals (NSTA). All handlers are required to be trained in an additional children's reading program that focuses on utilizing registered therapy animals.

Family Storytime

For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.

Baby Storytime

For children from birth to 24 months and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement in a format especially designed for babies.

Baby Storytime

For children from birth to 24 months and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement in a format especially designed for babies.

Job Search Assistance

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: Goodwi......More

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 appointment necessary. Offered every other Thursday.

Genealogy Discussion Group

Join the Genealogy Discussion Group to talk about all things genealogy! We will work on family trees, discuss research challenges and triumphs, and share tips and tricks. Occasional expert guest speakers will present genealogy topics. Drop by on the second and last Thu......More

Join the Genealogy Discussion Group to talk about all things genealogy! We will work on family trees, discuss research challenges and triumphs, and share tips and tricks. Occasional expert guest speakers will present genealogy topics. Drop by on the second and last Thursday afternoons of each month. Registration is helpful but not required.

Fix-It Clinic

Bring in small household appliances, clothing, electronics and more. With free guided assistance, you can disassemble, troubleshoot and fix your item. No pre-registration required. Items must be carry-in-sized. Bring any parts and supplies that might be helpful. This e......More

Bring in small household appliances, clothing, electronics and more. With free guided assistance, you can disassemble, troubleshoot and fix your item. No pre-registration required. Items must be carry-in-sized. Bring any parts and supplies that might be helpful. This event is family friendly! Last items accepted at 3:30 p.m. Hosted by Hennepin County Environment and Energy. Fix-It Clinics teach valuable troubleshooting and basic repair skills, build community connections and reduce the number of repairable things that are thrown in the trash. For more information, visit hennepin.us/fixitclinic or contact program coordinator Nancy Lo at [email protected]or 612-348-9195. Please email [email protected]if you would like to volunteer!

Adult Games: American Mah-Jongg

Learn some of the basics of American Mah-Jongg and try playing the game!

Community of Crafters: Handmade Cards

Adults 18 and up. Design a card or two! Use watercolor pencils, markers, collage, and other techniques to create handmade cards. Materials provided. All skill levels welcome!