Galaxie Library
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Friday March 29 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Books & Beyond: Things That Go
Join us for stories, activities, and crafts around the theme of things that go. Presented in partnership with the ISD 194 ECFE Advisory Council. Geared for youth ages 0–5 with their caregivers.
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Friday March 29 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to Age 2 with their caregivers.
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Friday March 29 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
War of the Currents
Learn about Thomas Edison, Nikola Tesla, and how their feud provides a gateway into learning about the science, engineering and history of electricity and how we generate it. Enjoy this interactive storytelling using humor and fascinating demonstrations with a finale th......More
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Friday March 29 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to Age 2 with their caregivers.
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Friday March 29 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Eclipse Blackout Poetry
Drop in to play with words and make blackout poetry from recycled book pages. Then decorate celestial themed paper frames to display the poems. Presented by Z Akhmetova. Geared for all ages.
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Friday March 29 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
iLAB Demo: 3D Printing
Learn how 3D printing works and see a live demo on how to 3D print an object. Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and older.
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Friday March 29 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Snake, Rattle and Roll
Learn about reptiles and amphibians that call Minnesota and Wisconsin home. Watch a salamander eat, debunk turtle myths, touch snakes and more. Presented by Snake Discovery. Geared for ages 5 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Saturday March 30 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Dropcloth Painting
Drop-in and let your creative imagination soar by painting on a large canvas dropcloth. Contribute to a fun, freewheeling collaborative art piece that will be displayed in the library. Presented by Z Akhmetova. Geared for youth ages 5 and older with their caregivers.
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Saturday March 30 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Parachute Playtime
Have fun with a giant parachute, including songs, rhymes and games. Registration required. Geared for children ages 3–6 with their caregivers.
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Saturday March 30 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Where Did the Sun Go
Learn about different types of eclipses and how to view them safely. Listen to tales and legends of eclipses from around the world. Presented by Dakota County Park Naturalist. Geared for youth ages 5 and older with caregivers.
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Saturday March 30 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Jogak Pendant
Learn about Jogakbo, a traditional Korean art technique of creating intricate patchwork patterns from squares and rectangles using scrap fabric. Make a pendant under the guidance of instructor Jae Veenstra. Registration required. Geared for adults.
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Saturday March 30 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Needle Felted Succulents
Learn the basics of needle felting, the process of sculpting loose wool with a needle, creating different shapes and forms. Create a no-maintenance plant to decorate your home Presented by Parcel Arts. Registration required. Geared for adults.
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Monday April 1 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to age 2 with their caregivers.
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Monday April 1 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to age 2 with their caregivers.
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Monday April 1 6:30pm - 7:15pm CDT
Early Reader Book Club
Explore a book together, practice reading skills, and engage in fun activities. Multiple copies of the book "Narwahl. Unicorn of the Sea" by Ben Clanton will be provided and available for check out after the program. Registration required. Geared for youth ages 5–8.
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Tuesday April 2 9:30am - 10:00am CDT
Storytime for 2s–6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Tuesday April 2 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to Age 2 with their caregivers.
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Tuesday April 2 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime for 2s-6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Tuesday April 2 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime for 2s–6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Tuesday April 2 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Modern Blackwork Embroidery Online
Unleash your creativity with modern blackwork embroidery, a twist on a classic backstitch technique. These mesmerizing designs evoke the intricate patterns of contemporary zentangle patterns, but are made with thread. A kit with materials needed for the workshop will be......More
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Tuesday April 2 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Farmington Afternoon Book Discussion Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "Loyalty" by Lisa Scottoline. New members are welcome. Geared for adults.
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Tuesday April 2 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
International Children's Book Day
Come explore children’s literature from around the world on International Children’s Book Day. Complete a scavenger hunt, make book crafts, win prizes, and more. Geared for youth ages 5–10.
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Tuesday April 2 2:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Storytime for 2s–6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Tuesday April 2 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Code Club
Join us on the first Tuesday each month to meet with other coders, work on projects and learn new tricks in computer programming. Registration required. Geared for youth ages 8–16.
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Tuesday April 2 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Homework Help
Work with a volunteer for help with homework assignments in any subject. Open to K–12 students, no appointment necessary.
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Tuesday April 2 5:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Drop-in Craft Circle
Join other crafters and learn from one another each first Tuesday evening of the month. Bring your own craft or enjoy one that is provided. Geared for adults.
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Tuesday April 2 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Evening Storytime for 2s-6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Tuesday April 2 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Creative Writing with a Neurodivergent Lens Online
Explore neurodivergent perspectives in writing and artmaking through guided activities in your chosen genre, all in a judgement-free, safe space that honors the unique perspectives of each writer. Presented by Loft. Registration required. Geared for adults. Funded by ME......More
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Tuesday April 2 6:30pm - 7:15pm CDT
Storytime for 2s-6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Wednesday April 3 9:30am - 10:00am CDT
Storytime for 2s-6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Wednesday April 3 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to age 2 with their caregivers.
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Wednesday April 3 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
2s-6s Storytime
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Wednesday April 3 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Circus Manduhai
Join us for a delightful display of circus and acrobatic skills by Mongolian group, Circus Manduhai. Geared for youth ages 3 and older with caregivers.
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Wednesday April 3 3:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen Hangout
Drop by Wednesday afternoons from 3–5 pm for a different featured activity in the Teen section each week. All are welcome to share their ideas and suggest different activities for us to try. Geared for youth ages 12 and older.
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Wednesday April 3 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Homework Help
Work with a volunteer tutor for help with homework assignments in any subject. Open to K–12 students, no appointment necessary.
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Wednesday April 3 8:00pm - 9:30pm CDT
Stargazing with Mike Lynch
Watch the great celestial show in the skies using large telescopes with Minnesota author and meteorologist Mike Lynch. Geared for adults and youth ages 6 and older with their caregivers. Registration required for each person attending.
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Thursday April 4 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Storytime for 2s–6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Thursday April 4 9:30am - 10:00am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to Age 2 with their caregivers.
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Thursday April 4 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to age 2 with their caregivers.
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Thursday April 4 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to age 2 with their caregivers.
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Thursday April 4 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime for 2s–6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Thursday April 4 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime for 2s-6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Thursday April 4 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to Age 2 with their caregivers.
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Thursday April 4 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
Heritage Library Afternoon Book Discussion Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "I'm Glad My Mom Died" by Jennette McCurdy. New members are welcome. Geared for adults.
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Thursday April 4 5:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Photographing Small Objects
Bring your smartphone or small camera for a basic course in photographing your small-scale artwork using a light box and everyday materials to light your work. Learn now to make basic edits that can help your photos shine on your website, social media or Etsy shop. Opti......More
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Thursday April 4 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
LeDuc History Book Discussion Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "Stony the Road: Reconstruction, White Supremacy, and the Rise of Jim Crow" by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.. New members are welcome. Geared for adults.This event will take place at th......More
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Thursday April 4 8:00pm - 9:30pm CDT
Stargazing with Mike Lynch
Watch the great celestial show in the skies using large telescopes with Minnesota author and meteorologist Mike Lynch. Geared for adults and youth ages 6 and older with their caregivers. Registration required for each person attending.This event will take place in perso......More
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Friday April 5 9:30am - 10:00am CDT
Storytime for 2s-6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Friday April 5 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to Age 2 with their caregivers.
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Friday April 5 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to Age 2 with their caregivers.
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Saturday April 6 9:30am - 12:30pm CDT
DIY: Sewing Open Studio
Bring your own sewing project for help from our staff expert, or for advice on starting something new. Sewing machines and sergers will be available. Registration required. Geared for adults and youth ages 12 and up.
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Saturday April 6 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Waggin' Tales
Read to trained therapy dogs in a supportive environment to help build literacy skills and confidence in reading out loud. Event will be held in the Children's Area. Geared for youth ages 5–10.
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Saturday April 6 10:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Puzzle & Board Game Swap
Drop in with a new or gently used jigsaw puzzle or board game to trade or donate and take home one that is new to you. Geared for all ages. Puzzle and board game donations in great condition are accepted any time on the Inver Glen Library donation cart inside the librar......More
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Saturday April 6 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Gao Hong
Learn about the pipa as you hear a performance from musical wonder Gao Hong. Geared for adults.
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Monday April 8 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Books & Beyond: Construction
Join us for stories, activities, and crafts around the theme of construction. Presented in partnership with the ISD 194 ECFE Advisory Council. Geared for youth ages 0–5 with their caregivers.
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Monday April 8 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to age 2 with their caregivers.
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Monday April 8 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to age 2 with their caregivers.
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Monday April 8 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Build a Birdfeeder
Learn about woodworking and build a birdfeeder from recycled cedar wood. Participants will receive a bag of seed to take home with their birdfeeder. Presented by Elpis Enterprises. Registration required. Geared for youth ages 7-11 with their caregivers. A participation ......More
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Monday April 8 4:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Dungeons & Dragons
Enjoy heroic Dungeons & Dragons gameplay through a world filled with magic and monsters. Registration required. Geared for youth ages 12–18.
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Monday April 8 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Killer Thrillers Book Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "Girl Gone Missing" by Marcie R. Rendon. New members are welcome. Geared for adults.