Family Fun Spot STEM Activity

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children un......More

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children under 3.)Activities change weekly. This week:Belle Plaine: Reach the Sky – build with large blocksElko New Market: Inside Your Outside – giant skeleton puzzleJordan: Robo-A-GoGo – Robot Caterpillar and coding New Prague: Shape Play – giant tangram set Prior Lake: Robo-A-GoGo – Robot Caterpillar and codingSavage: Animal Parade – counting and sorting Shakopee: Animal Parade – counting and sorting

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Story Stations: Under the Sea with Pete the Cat - Elko New Market

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Ride along with Pete and friends as you enjoy undersea adventures in this self-directed program. Based on the book Pete the Cat: Scuba Cat, your stations include a shark feeding game, oc......More

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Ride along with Pete and friends as you enjoy undersea adventures in this self-directed program. Based on the book Pete the Cat: Scuba Cat, your stations include a shark feeding game, ocean animals scavenger hunt, fish measuring activity, and other fun learning stations. After the program, pick up your take home packet with playdough, jellyfish in a jar activity instructions, and more! Grown-ups: not only are these stations designed for maximum fun, but they also feature early learning skills to help your child get ready for Kindergarten and ready to read.Plan ahead or drop-in! Click HERE or call your library to reserve your program time, OR speak with library staff for openings while you visit.Your household will be the only people in the room during your appointment. Best for six or fewer participants.Appointments begin on the half hour and last for 20 minutes. Arriving late may reduce the amount of time you can spend in the program.Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Elko New Market 24 Hr. Community Area, Elko New Market Library

Story Stations: Wheel-y Fun with Daniel Tiger - Jordan

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Daniel Tiger and friends for a self-directed activities celebrating things that zoom, vroom, and speed around the room! Based on the book Trolley Ride, your stations include an inte......More

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Daniel Tiger and friends for a self-directed activities celebrating things that zoom, vroom, and speed around the room! Based on the book Trolley Ride, your stations include an interactive road trip game, vehicle tangram activity, musical sound station, rhyming puzzle matchup, and more. After the program, pick up your take home packet with a fun rainbow pencil and make-your-own tangrams and rhyme cube activities! Grown-ups: not only are these stations designed for maximum fun, but they also feature early learning skills to help your child get ready for Kindergarten and ready to read.Plan ahead or drop-in! Starting 9/30 click HERE or call your library to reserve your program time, OR speak with library staff for openings while you visit.Your household will be the only people in the room during your appointment. Best for six or fewer participants.Appointments begin on the half hour and last for 20 minutes. Arriving late may reduce the amount of time you can spend in the program.Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Jordan 24-Hr Meeting Room, Jordan Library

Between the Covers Book Club

Between the Covers meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday of the month at the Savage Library. We read and discuss a variety of books -- both fiction and nonfiction, newer and older books. Recent titles have included This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger, In the Garden of......More

Between the Covers meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday of the month at the Savage Library. We read and discuss a variety of books -- both fiction and nonfiction, newer and older books. Recent titles have included This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger, In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larsen, and The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas.Come and join us -- we welcome new members! Pick up a copy of the book and a list of the discussion questions (if you'd like) at the Savage Library circulation desk. Hope to see you soon!This group meets in-person and indoors at the Savage Library:Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Savage Small Meeting Room, Savage Library

Family Fun Spot STEM Activity

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children un......More

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children under 3.)Activities change weekly. This week:Belle Plaine: Reach the Sky – build with large blocksElko New Market: Inside Your Outside – giant skeleton puzzleJordan: Robo-A-GoGo – Robot Caterpillar and coding New Prague: Shape Play – giant tangram set Prior Lake: Robo-A-GoGo – Robot Caterpillar and codingSavage: Animal Parade – counting and sorting Shakopee: Animal Parade – counting and sorting

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Social Media Strategy: Content and Conversation - Live ZOOM Presentation - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Do you know why your organization uses (or should use) social media? If you don’t know or you thought something like ‘to make it go viral’ or ‘that’s just what everyone does,’ you probably don’t have much in the way of social media strategy. In this seminar, we’ll explo......More

Do you know why your organization uses (or should use) social media? If you don’t know or you thought something like ‘to make it go viral’ or ‘that’s just what everyone does,’ you probably don’t have much in the way of social media strategy. In this seminar, we’ll explore what tools to consider, when and how often to post, which content to share, who can help create and extend conversations, and how to analyze your results, diffuse your critics, and amplify your strongest advocates. The link to join the live ZOOM class will be emailed to you the day before. This class will not be recorded, so online attendance will be necessary.Presented by The Loft, and funded by the Metropolitan Library Service Agency (MELSA).BUSWRITE

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Family Fun Spot STEM Activity

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children un......More

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children under 3.)Activities change weekly. This week:Belle Plaine: Reach the Sky – build with large blocksElko New Market: Inside Your Outside – giant skeleton puzzleJordan: Robo-A-GoGo – Robot Caterpillar and coding New Prague: Shape Play – giant tangram set Prior Lake: Robo-A-GoGo – Robot Caterpillar and codingSavage: Animal Parade – counting and sorting Shakopee: Animal Parade – counting and sorting

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Family Fun Spot STEM Activity

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children un......More

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children under 3.)Activities change weekly. This week:Belle Plaine: Reach the Sky – build with large blocksElko New Market: Inside Your Outside – giant skeleton puzzleJordan: Robo-A-GoGo – Robot Caterpillar and coding New Prague: Shape Play – giant tangram set Prior Lake: Robo-A-GoGo – Robot Caterpillar and codingSavage: Animal Parade – counting and sorting Shakopee: Animal Parade – counting and sorting

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Story Stations: Space Adventures with PAW Patrol - Savage

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Ryder, Chase, and the rest of the PAW Patrol for an out of this world adventure in this self-directed program. Based on the book Chase's Space Case, your stations include sorting al......More

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Ryder, Chase, and the rest of the PAW Patrol for an out of this world adventure in this self-directed program. Based on the book Chase's Space Case, your stations include sorting aliens, bubbles, walking across the moon, creating your own unique rubbing of the moon's surface, and writing your own countdown! After the program, pick up your take home packet with mini-bubbles and a craft and other activities!Grown-ups: not only are these stations designed for maximum fun, but they also feature early learning skills to help your child get ready for Kindergarten and ready to read.Plan ahead or drop-in! Beginning 10/2 click HERE or call your library to reserve your program time, OR speak with library staff for openings while you visit.Your household will be the only people in the room during your appointment. Best for six or fewer participants.Appointments begin on the half hour and last for 20 minutes. Arriving late may reduce the amount of time you can spend in the program.Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Savage Large Meeting Room, Savage Library

Story Stations: Wheel-y Fun with Daniel Tiger - Jordan

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Daniel Tiger and friends for a self-directed activities celebrating things that zoom, vroom, and speed around the room! Based on the book Trolley Ride, your stations include an inte......More

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Daniel Tiger and friends for a self-directed activities celebrating things that zoom, vroom, and speed around the room! Based on the book Trolley Ride, your stations include an interactive road trip game, vehicle tangram activity, musical sound station, rhyming puzzle matchup, and more. After the program, pick up your take home packet with a fun rainbow pencil and make-your-own tangrams and rhyme cube activities! Grown-ups: not only are these stations designed for maximum fun, but they also feature early learning skills to help your child get ready for Kindergarten and ready to read.Plan ahead or drop-in! Starting 9/30 click HERE or call your library to reserve your program time, OR speak with library staff for openings while you visit.Your household will be the only people in the room during your appointment. Best for six or fewer participants.Appointments begin on the half hour and last for 20 minutes. Arriving late may reduce the amount of time you can spend in the program.Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Jordan 24-Hr Meeting Room, Jordan Library

Waggin' Tales Reading Time with Cody

Best for ages 6-11. Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog! Call 952-447-3375 to choose a date and time. Kids can spend time practicing reading to a trained therapy dog with a good ear for stories. Bring your own books, or pick one of ours. Sept 11: Read with CodySe......More

Best for ages 6-11. Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog! Call 952-447-3375 to choose a date and time. Kids can spend time practicing reading to a trained therapy dog with a good ear for stories. Bring your own books, or pick one of ours. Sept 11: Read with CodySeptember 25: Read with Cody October 9: Read with CodyOctober 30: Read with Cody

Prior Lake Small Meeting Room, Prior Lake Library

Blank Canvas Teen Art Challenge - October Challenge - NaNoWriMo! for ages 12-18 - LAST DAY TO ENTER!!!

Create art that tells a whole story! You can write, paint, collage (bookart!), knit, anything on one page to tell us your story.Art will be displayed in the Teen Area at the Savage Library throughout the month of November in honor of NaNoWriMo. *What is NaNoWriMo, you a......More

Create art that tells a whole story! You can write, paint, collage (bookart!), knit, anything on one page to tell us your story.Art will be displayed in the Teen Area at the Savage Library throughout the month of November in honor of NaNoWriMo. *What is NaNoWriMo, you ask? November is National Novel Writing Month.Na-No-Wri-Mo. You get it!How do I enter and... Then what happens:1. Artists ages 12-18, Create art! Please enter family-friendly art as it is displayed in the library for all to see. The library reserves the right to choose not to display an entry for any reason. Thanks! 2. Bring your art to the Savage Library, OR upload online at bit.ly/SCLblankcanvas, OR send as an attachment to salibrary@scottlib.org before the first of the month!3. On the first of the month, art will be displayed on the Art Wall in the Teen Area at the Savage Library!4. The art pieces will hang in the library for the month, and then be taken down to make room for the next Blank Canvas Challenge. 6. At the end of the month, all participants will be entered to win gift certificates to various book and creative art stores in the area! Winners will be notified so they can choose from the selection of gift certificates generously donated by the Savage Friends of the Library.

Family Fun Spot STEM Activity

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children un......More

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children under 3.)Activities change weekly. This week:Belle Plaine: Spin-O-Rama – gears and wheelsElko New Market: Balancing Act – weighing and comparingJordan: Shape Play – giant tangram set New Prague: Animal Parade – counting and sorting Prior Lake: Roller Coaster – ramps and tunnelsSavage: Look Closely – microscopes & magnifying glasses Shakopee: Reach the Sky – build with large blocks

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Story Stations: Space Adventures with PAW Patrol - Savage

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Ryder, Chase, and the rest of the PAW Patrol for an out of this world adventure in this self-directed program. Based on the book Chase's Space Case, your stations include sorting al......More

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Ryder, Chase, and the rest of the PAW Patrol for an out of this world adventure in this self-directed program. Based on the book Chase's Space Case, your stations include sorting aliens, bubbles, walking across the moon, creating your own unique rubbing of the moon's surface, and writing your own countdown! After the program, pick up your take home packet with mini-bubbles and a craft and other activities!Grown-ups: not only are these stations designed for maximum fun, but they also feature early learning skills to help your child get ready for Kindergarten and ready to read.Plan ahead or drop-in! Beginning 10/2 click HERE or call your library to reserve your program time, OR speak with library staff for openings while you visit.Your household will be the only people in the room during your appointment. Best for six or fewer participants.Appointments begin on the half hour and last for 20 minutes. Arriving late may reduce the amount of time you can spend in the program.Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Savage Large Meeting Room, Savage Library

Family Fun Spot STEM Activity

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children un......More

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children under 3.)Activities change weekly. This week:Belle Plaine: Spin-O-Rama – gears and wheelsElko New Market: Balancing Act – weighing and comparingJordan: Shape Play – giant tangram set New Prague: Animal Parade – counting and sorting Prior Lake: Roller Coaster – ramps and tunnelsSavage: Look Closely – microscopes & magnifying glasses Shakopee: Reach the Sky – build with large blocks

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Story Stations: Space Adventures with PAW Patrol - Savage

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Ryder, Chase, and the rest of the PAW Patrol for an out of this world adventure in this self-directed program. Based on the book Chase's Space Case, your stations include sorting al......More

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Ryder, Chase, and the rest of the PAW Patrol for an out of this world adventure in this self-directed program. Based on the book Chase's Space Case, your stations include sorting aliens, bubbles, walking across the moon, creating your own unique rubbing of the moon's surface, and writing your own countdown! After the program, pick up your take home packet with mini-bubbles and a craft and other activities!Grown-ups: not only are these stations designed for maximum fun, but they also feature early learning skills to help your child get ready for Kindergarten and ready to read.Plan ahead or drop-in! Beginning 10/2 click HERE or call your library to reserve your program time, OR speak with library staff for openings while you visit.Your household will be the only people in the room during your appointment. Best for six or fewer participants.Appointments begin on the half hour and last for 20 minutes. Arriving late may reduce the amount of time you can spend in the program.Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Savage Large Meeting Room, Savage Library

Family Fun Spot STEM Activity

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children un......More

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children under 3.)Activities change weekly. This week:Belle Plaine: Spin-O-Rama – gears and wheelsElko New Market: Balancing Act – weighing and comparingJordan: Shape Play – giant tangram set New Prague: Animal Parade – counting and sorting Prior Lake: Roller Coaster – ramps and tunnelsSavage: Look Closely – microscopes & magnifying glasses Shakopee: Reach the Sky – build with large blocks

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Medicare 101 - REGISTRATON REQUIRED

Learn the basics to select the best Medicare plan for you. Learn about Medicare Parts A, B, C and D and additional insurance options. We'll help you understand the enrollment process and options that affect personal costs.This will be an in-person program and will be he......More

Learn the basics to select the best Medicare plan for you. Learn about Medicare Parts A, B, C and D and additional insurance options. We'll help you understand the enrollment process and options that affect personal costs.This will be an in-person program and will be held indoors in the library meeting room:Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.Presented by Trellis (formerly the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging).MEDICARE21

Elko New Market 24 Hr. Community Area, Elko New Market Library

Story Stations: Space Adventures with PAW Patrol - Savage

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Ryder, Chase, and the rest of the PAW Patrol for an out of this world adventure in this self-directed program. Based on the book Chase's Space Case, your stations include sorting al......More

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Ryder, Chase, and the rest of the PAW Patrol for an out of this world adventure in this self-directed program. Based on the book Chase's Space Case, your stations include sorting aliens, bubbles, walking across the moon, creating your own unique rubbing of the moon's surface, and writing your own countdown! After the program, pick up your take home packet with mini-bubbles and a craft and other activities!Grown-ups: not only are these stations designed for maximum fun, but they also feature early learning skills to help your child get ready for Kindergarten and ready to read.Plan ahead or drop-in! Beginning 10/2 click HERE or call your library to reserve your program time, OR speak with library staff for openings while you visit.Your household will be the only people in the room during your appointment. Best for six or fewer participants.Appointments begin on the half hour and last for 20 minutes. Arriving late may reduce the amount of time you can spend in the program.Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Savage Large Meeting Room, Savage Library

Story Stations: Under the Sea with Pete the Cat - Belle Plaine

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Ride along with Pete and friends as you enjoy undersea adventures in this self-directed program. Based on the book Pete the Cat: Scuba Cat, your stations include a shark feeding game, oc......More

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Ride along with Pete and friends as you enjoy undersea adventures in this self-directed program. Based on the book Pete the Cat: Scuba Cat, your stations include a shark feeding game, ocean animals scavenger hunt, fish measuring activity, and other fun learning stations. After the program, pick up your take home packet with playdough, jellyfish in a jar activity instructions, and more! Grown-ups: not only are these stations designed for maximum fun, but they also feature early learning skills to help your child get ready for Kindergarten and ready to read.Plan ahead or drop-in! Beginning 10/4 click HERE or call your library to reserve your program time, OR speak with library staff for openings while you visit.Your household will be the only people in the room during your appointment. Best for six or fewer participants.Appointments begin on the half hour and last for 20 minutes. Arriving late may reduce the amount of time you can spend in the program.Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Belle Plaine 24-Hr. Meeting Room, Belle Plaine Library

Readmobile visits @ Old Elko City Hall Park

Come and visit the Readmobile at Old Elko City Hall Park! When you visit you'll be able to browse and borrow from our diverse collection of books (no library card needed!), grab a healthy snack, and receive a fun activity to take home!

Family Fun Spot STEM Activity

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children un......More

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children under 3.)Activities change weekly. This week:Belle Plaine: Spin-O-Rama – gears and wheelsElko New Market: Balancing Act – weighing and comparingJordan: Shape Play – giant tangram set New Prague: Animal Parade – counting and sorting Prior Lake: Roller Coaster – ramps and tunnelsSavage: Look Closely – microscopes & magnifying glasses Shakopee: Reach the Sky – build with large blocks

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Story Stations: Under the Sea with Pete the Cat - Belle Plaine

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Ride along with Pete and friends as you enjoy undersea adventures in this self-directed program. Based on the book Pete the Cat: Scuba Cat, your stations include a shark feeding game, oc......More

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Ride along with Pete and friends as you enjoy undersea adventures in this self-directed program. Based on the book Pete the Cat: Scuba Cat, your stations include a shark feeding game, ocean animals scavenger hunt, fish measuring activity, and other fun learning stations. After the program, pick up your take home packet with playdough, jellyfish in a jar activity instructions, and more! Grown-ups: not only are these stations designed for maximum fun, but they also feature early learning skills to help your child get ready for Kindergarten and ready to read.Plan ahead or drop-in! Beginning 10/4 click HERE or call your library to reserve your program time, OR speak with library staff for openings while you visit.Your household will be the only people in the room during your appointment. Best for six or fewer participants.Appointments begin on the half hour and last for 20 minutes. Arriving late may reduce the amount of time you can spend in the program.Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Belle Plaine 24-Hr. Meeting Room, Belle Plaine Library

Family Fun Spot STEM Activity

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children un......More

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children under 3.)Activities change weekly. This week:Belle Plaine: Spin-O-Rama – gears and wheelsElko New Market: Balancing Act – weighing and comparingJordan: Shape Play – giant tangram set New Prague: Animal Parade – counting and sorting Prior Lake: Roller Coaster – ramps and tunnelsSavage: Look Closely – microscopes & magnifying glasses Shakopee: Reach the Sky – build with large blocks

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Story Stations: Under the Sea with Pete the Cat - Belle Plaine

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Ride along with Pete and friends as you enjoy undersea adventures in this self-directed program. Based on the book Pete the Cat: Scuba Cat, your stations include a shark feeding game, oc......More

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Ride along with Pete and friends as you enjoy undersea adventures in this self-directed program. Based on the book Pete the Cat: Scuba Cat, your stations include a shark feeding game, ocean animals scavenger hunt, fish measuring activity, and other fun learning stations. After the program, pick up your take home packet with playdough, jellyfish in a jar activity instructions, and more! Grown-ups: not only are these stations designed for maximum fun, but they also feature early learning skills to help your child get ready for Kindergarten and ready to read.Plan ahead or drop-in! Beginning 10/4 click HERE or call your library to reserve your program time, OR speak with library staff for openings while you visit.Your household will be the only people in the room during your appointment. Best for six or fewer participants.Appointments begin on the half hour and last for 20 minutes. Arriving late may reduce the amount of time you can spend in the program.Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Belle Plaine 24-Hr. Meeting Room, Belle Plaine Library

Family Fun Spot STEM Activity

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children un......More

Best for ages 3-6 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Visit the Children's Area at your library during open hours to enjoy a fun and educational self-directed STEM activity. (Some activities may have small parts not suitable for children under 3.)Activities change weekly. This week:Belle Plaine: Spin-O-Rama – gears and wheelsElko New Market: Balancing Act – weighing and comparingJordan: Shape Play – giant tangram set New Prague: Animal Parade – counting and sorting Prior Lake: Roller Coaster – ramps and tunnelsSavage: Look Closely – microscopes & magnifying glasses Shakopee: Reach the Sky – build with large blocks

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The Do's and Don'ts of Publishing - Live ZOOM Class - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

The reality of today's book industry is that everyone has a different experience, from how a book is written to how (and if) the writer finds an agent. Yet there are specific best practices every writer should be aware of, so that they have a better publishing experienc......More

The reality of today's book industry is that everyone has a different experience, from how a book is written to how (and if) the writer finds an agent. Yet there are specific best practices every writer should be aware of, so that they have a better publishing experience. In this class, we'll talk about some of the best practices to implement as you guide your book from manuscript to publication.The link to join the live ZOOM class will be emailed to you the day before. This class will not be recorded, so online attendance will be necessary.Presented by The Loft Literacy Center. Funded by the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage (Legacy) Amendment through the Metropolitan Library Service Agency (MELSA).

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Story Stations: Space Adventures with PAW Patrol - Prior Lake

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Ryder, Chase, and the rest of the PAW Patrol for an out of this world adventure in this self-directed program. Based on the book Chase's Space Case, your stations include sorting al......More

Best for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver, but all ages and abilities are welcome. Join Ryder, Chase, and the rest of the PAW Patrol for an out of this world adventure in this self-directed program. Based on the book Chase's Space Case, your stations include sorting aliens, bubbles, walking across the moon, creating your own unique rubbing of the moon's surface, and writing your own countdown! After the program, pick up your take home packet with mini-bubbles and a craft and other activities!Grown-ups: not only are these stations designed for maximum fun, but they also feature early learning skills to help your child get ready for Kindergarten and ready to read.Plan ahead or drop-in! Beginning 10/9 click HERE or call your library to reserve your program time, OR speak with library staff for openings while you visit.Your household will be the only people in the room during your appointment. Best for six or fewer participants.Appointments begin on the half hour and last for 20 minutes. Arriving late may reduce the amount of time you can spend in the program.Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Prior Lake Large Meeting Room, Prior Lake Library

Waggin' Tales Reading Time with Cody

Best for ages 6-11. Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog! Call 952-447-3375 to choose a date and time. Kids can spend time practicing reading to a trained therapy dog with a good ear for stories. Bring your own books, or pick one of ours. Upcoming Dates to Read wi......More

Best for ages 6-11. Sign up to read to a certified therapy dog! Call 952-447-3375 to choose a date and time. Kids can spend time practicing reading to a trained therapy dog with a good ear for stories. Bring your own books, or pick one of ours. Upcoming Dates to Read with Cody: September 25 October 9October 30November 6November 20Participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms - review symptoms HERE. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks in Scott County buildings, including libraries.

Prior Lake Small Meeting Room