Lego Club

Build and play with Lego and display your epic creations at the library until the next Lego Club. All building materials provided. Registration required. Geared for youth ages 6–12.

Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library

Homework Help

Work with a volunteer tutor for help with homework assignments in any subject. Open to K–12 students, no appointment necessary.

Galaxie Meeting Room L113, Galaxie Meeting Room L114, Galaxie Library

Needle Felted Toadstool

Learn how to use a felting needle to form loose wool roving into an adorable mushroom. Add a wood base and moss to make the scene come to life. Presented by Parcel Arts. Registration required. Geared for adults.

Downstairs - South St. Paul, South St Paul Library

Somali Stories with Nura Sirad

Join local author and educator Nura Sirad as she reads from children’s books written in Somali. This event will be presented in Somali and some English. Geared for youth ages 3 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.

Burnhaven Large Meeting Room, Burnhaven Library

Meet Author Angela Harrelson

Join us in conversation with local author Angela Harrelson as she discusses her life journey and message of hope through her recently published memoir, "Lift Your Voice: How My Nephew George Floyd's Murder Changed the World." Geared for adults. Registration required. Sp......More

Join us in conversation with local author Angela Harrelson as she discusses her life journey and message of hope through her recently published memoir, "Lift Your Voice: How My Nephew George Floyd's Murder Changed the World." Geared for adults. Registration required. Sponsored by The Friends of the Wescott Library.

Wescott Large Meeting Room, Wescott Library

Bookends Book Group

Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI" by David Grann. New members are welcome. Geared for adults.

​Wentworth Conference Room ​, Wentworth Library

Consumer Law Clinic

Get help with consumer law matters such as debt collection, garnishment, credit issues, foreclosures, contracts and conciliation court with a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney. Sponsored by Legal Assistance of Dakota County, Dakota County Family Cour......More

Get help with consumer law matters such as debt collection, garnishment, credit issues, foreclosures, contracts and conciliation court with a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney. Sponsored by Legal Assistance of Dakota County, Dakota County Family Court and Dakota County Law Library. Call 952-431-3200 to schedule an appointment. Appointments may be virtual.

Galaxie Meeting Room L114, Galaxie Library

Crisis Support Services

Drop-in assistance from Guild is available for people who are experiencing or at risk of both/either homelessness and/or mental health crises.

​Wentworth Conference Room ​, Wentworth Library

Homework Help

Work with a volunteer tutor for help with homework assignments in any subject. Open to K–12 students, no appointment necessary.

Galaxie Meeting Room L113, Galaxie Meeting Room L114, Galaxie Library

Senior Housing Options

Hear an overview of housing types and the factors to consider when deciding whether to stay in your home or move. Presented by DARTS. Registration required. Geared for adults.

Robert Trail Large Meeting Room, Robert Trail Library

Garden Walk & Talk with the Eagan Garden Club

Join members of the Eagan Garden Club for a guided tour of the gardens surrounding the Wescott Library. Learn about the importance of pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds and what to plant to encourage them to visit your own garden. Registration requi......More

Join members of the Eagan Garden Club for a guided tour of the gardens surrounding the Wescott Library. Learn about the importance of pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds and what to plant to encourage them to visit your own garden. Registration required, one registration per household. Geared for adults and youth ages 8 and older. In the event of severe weather, this program will be held inside. Sponsored by The Friends of the Wescott Library.

Wescott Library

Reading for Racial Justice Online

Engage in meaningful conversations about books with antiracist themes and build your understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion topics. This month's title is We Are Meant to Rise: Voices for Justice from Minneapolis to the World. New members are welcome to join t......More

Engage in meaningful conversations about books with antiracist themes and build your understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion topics. This month's title is We Are Meant to Rise: Voices for Justice from Minneapolis to the World. New members are welcome to join the discussion. Registration required. Geared for adults.

Burnhaven Nonfiction Book Discussion Group Online

Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "Americanon: An Unexpected U.S. History in Thirteen Bestselling Books" by Jess McHugh. New members are welcome. This is an in-person event with the option to join online using Zo......More

Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "Americanon: An Unexpected U.S. History in Thirteen Bestselling Books" by Jess McHugh. New members are welcome. This is an in-person event with the option to join online using Zoom. Geared for adults.

Burnhaven Conference Room, Burnhaven Library

Immunization Clinic

Pfizer 1st, 2nd doses for ages 5 and booster for 12 . Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Dakota County Public Health is offering $50 Visa gift cards per dose to all people ages 12 and older who get a first, second or booster shot at county clinic......More

Pfizer 1st, 2nd doses for ages 5 and booster for 12 . Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Dakota County Public Health is offering $50 Visa gift cards per dose to all people ages 12 and older who get a first, second or booster shot at county clinic sites (while supplies last). Call 952-891-7585 to schedule an appointment. ​​

​Wentworth Conference Room ​, Wentworth Library

Virtual Interview Skills Online

Discover ways to stand out from the crowd during your next virtual job interview. Get practical tips for setting up your space, answering interview questions and avoiding common mistakes. Presented by Dakota County CareerForce Center. Registration required. Geared for a......More

Discover ways to stand out from the crowd during your next virtual job interview. Get practical tips for setting up your space, answering interview questions and avoiding common mistakes. Presented by Dakota County CareerForce Center. Registration required. Geared for adults.

Pleasant Hill Library Volunteen Orientation

Learn about Dakota County Library’s Volunteen Program. Explore ways you can connect with other teens, give back to your community and support the librar’ys annual summer reading and learning program. Attendance at an orientation meeting is required to volunteer in this ......More

Learn about Dakota County Library’s Volunteen Program. Explore ways you can connect with other teens, give back to your community and support the librar’ys annual summer reading and learning program. Attendance at an orientation meeting is required to volunteer in this program. Registration required. Geared for youth ages 13–18.

Pleasant Hill Large Meeting Room, Pleasant Hill Library

Homework Help

Work with a volunteer tutor for help with homework assignments in any subject. Open to K–12 students, no appointment necessary.

Burnhaven Large Meeting Room, Burnhaven Library

Heritage Library Evening Book Discussion Group

Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is His Truth Is Marching On: John Lewis and the Power of Hope by Jon Meacham. New members are welcome. Geared for adults.

Heritage Large Meeting Room, Heritage Library

Services for Veterans

Drop in to chat with Dakota County Veteran Services staff and learn about the many resources available to veterans and their families.

Wescott Library

Family Law Clinic

Receive a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney regarding family law matters such as divorce, child custody, child support, parenting time, paternity issues, spousal maintenance, and domestic abuse. This clinic is a joint program of Legal Assistance of D......More

Receive a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney regarding family law matters such as divorce, child custody, child support, parenting time, paternity issues, spousal maintenance, and domestic abuse. This clinic is a joint program of Legal Assistance of Dakota County, the Dakota County Family Court, and the Dakota County Law Library. Call 952-891-7135 to schedule an appointment. Appointments may be virtual.

Galaxie Meeting Room L113, Galaxie Meeting Room L114, Galaxie Library

Housing Crisis Support Services

Drop-in assistance from Ally Support Services is available for people who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

​Wentworth Conference Room ​, Wentworth Library

Story Trail

Enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends and read from giant picture book pages displayed in the park. Presented in partnership with Dakota County Parks. This event will take place offsite at Thompson County Park (Thompson Lake Loop), 360 Butler Ave E, West St P......More

Enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends and read from giant picture book pages displayed in the park. Presented in partnership with Dakota County Parks. This event will take place offsite at Thompson County Park (Thompson Lake Loop), 360 Butler Ave E, West St Paul.

Thompson County Park, Offsite

Story Trail

Enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends and read from giant picture book pages displayed in the park. Presented in partnership with Dakota County Parks. This event will take place offsite at Thompson County Park (Thompson Lake Loop), 360 Butler Ave E, West St P......More

Enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends and read from giant picture book pages displayed in the park. Presented in partnership with Dakota County Parks. This event will take place offsite at Thompson County Park (Thompson Lake Loop), 360 Butler Ave E, West St Paul.

Thompson County Park, Offsite

Story Trail

Enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends and read from giant picture book pages displayed in the park. Presented in partnership with Dakota County Parks. This event will take place offsite at Thompson County Park (Thompson Lake Loop), 360 Butler Ave E, West St P......More

Enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends and read from giant picture book pages displayed in the park. Presented in partnership with Dakota County Parks. This event will take place offsite at Thompson County Park (Thompson Lake Loop), 360 Butler Ave E, West St Paul.

Thompson County Park, Offsite

Library Closed

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Story Trail

Enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends and read from giant picture book pages displayed in the park. Presented in partnership with Dakota County Parks. This event will take place offsite at Thompson County Park (Thompson Lake Loop), 360 Butler Ave E, West St P......More

Enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends and read from giant picture book pages displayed in the park. Presented in partnership with Dakota County Parks. This event will take place offsite at Thompson County Park (Thompson Lake Loop), 360 Butler Ave E, West St Paul.

Thompson County Park, Offsite

Consumer Law Clinic

Get help with consumer law matters such as debt collection, garnishment, credit issues, foreclosures, contracts and conciliation court with a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney. Sponsored by Legal Assistance of Dakota County, Dakota County Family Cour......More

Get help with consumer law matters such as debt collection, garnishment, credit issues, foreclosures, contracts and conciliation court with a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney. Sponsored by Legal Assistance of Dakota County, Dakota County Family Court and Dakota County Law Library. Call 952-431-3200 to schedule an appointment. Appointments may be virtual.

Galaxie Meeting Room L114, Galaxie Library

Crisis Support Services

Drop-in assistance from Guild is available for people who are experiencing or at risk of both/either homelessness and/or mental health crises.

​Wentworth Conference Room ​, Wentworth Library

Storytime at Nicollet Commons Park

Read, play, sing, talk and write together with your children’s librarian from Burnhaven Library. Enjoy stories and activities to develop early literacy. Weather dependent. Presented in partnership with City of Burnsville. Geared for children ages 3 and older with their ......More

Read, play, sing, talk and write together with your children’s librarian from Burnhaven Library. Enjoy stories and activities to develop early literacy. Weather dependent. Presented in partnership with City of Burnsville. Geared for children ages 3 and older with their families. This event will take place offsite at Nicollet Commons Park, 12550 Nicollet Ave, Burnsville, MN 55337.

Nicollet Commons Park, Offsite

Robert Trail Library Volunteen Orientation

Learn about Dakota County Library’s Volunteen Program. Explore ways you can connect with other teens, give back to your community and support the library's annual summer reading and learning program. Attendance at an orientation meeting is required to volunteer in this ......More

Learn about Dakota County Library’s Volunteen Program. Explore ways you can connect with other teens, give back to your community and support the library's annual summer reading and learning program. Attendance at an orientation meeting is required to volunteer in this program. Registration required. Geared for youth ages 13–18.

Robert Trail Large Meeting Room, Robert Trail Library

Heritage Library Volunteen Orientation

Learn about Dakota County Library’s Volunteen Program. Explore ways you can connect with other teens, give back to your community and support the library's annual summer reading and learning program. Attendance at an orientation meeting is required to volunteer in this ......More

Learn about Dakota County Library’s Volunteen Program. Explore ways you can connect with other teens, give back to your community and support the library's annual summer reading and learning program. Attendance at an orientation meeting is required to volunteer in this program. Registration required. Geared for youth ages 13–18.

Heritage Large Meeting Room, Heritage Library

Storytime for 2s-6s

Read, play, sing, talk and write together with stories and activities to develop early literacy skills for toddlers and preschoolers. Siblings welcome. Ages: 2–6.

Inver Glen Large Meeting Room, Inver Glen Library

Storytime for 2s–6s

Read, play, sing, talk and write together with stories and activities to develop early literacy skills for toddlers and preschoolers. Siblings welcome. Ages: 2–6.

Robert Trail Large Meeting Room, Robert Trail Library

Heritage Library Afternoon Book Discussion Group

Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is His Truth Is Marching On: John Lewis and the Power of Hope by Jon Meacham. New members are welcome. Geared for adults.

Heritage Large Meeting Room, Heritage Library

Housing Crisis Support Services

Drop-in assistance from Ally Support Services is available for people who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

​Wentworth Conference Room ​, Wentworth Library

Wescott Library Virtual Volunteen Orientation Online

Learn about Dakota County Library’s Volunteen Program. Explore ways you can connect with other teens, give back to your community and support the library's annual summer reading and learning program. Attendance at an orientation meeting is required to volunteer in this ......More

Learn about Dakota County Library’s Volunteen Program. Explore ways you can connect with other teens, give back to your community and support the library's annual summer reading and learning program. Attendance at an orientation meeting is required to volunteer in this program. Registration required. Geared for youth ages 13–18.

Wescott Library

Farmington Library Volunteen Orientation

Learn about Dakota County Library’s Volunteen Program. Explore ways you can connect with other teens, give back to your community and support the library's annual summer reading and learning program. Attendance at an orientation meeting is required to volunteer in this ......More

Learn about Dakota County Library’s Volunteen Program. Explore ways you can connect with other teens, give back to your community and support the library's annual summer reading and learning program. Attendance at an orientation meeting is required to volunteer in this program. Registration required. Geared for youth ages 13–18.

Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library

Wescott Library In-Person Volunteen Orientation

Learn about Dakota County Library’s Volunteen Program. Explore ways you can connect with other teens, give back to your community and support the library's annual summer reading and learning program. Attendance at an orientation meeting is required to volunteer in this ......More

Learn about Dakota County Library’s Volunteen Program. Explore ways you can connect with other teens, give back to your community and support the library's annual summer reading and learning program. Attendance at an orientation meeting is required to volunteer in this program. Registration required. Geared for youth ages 13–18.

Wescott Large Meeting Room, Wescott Library

LeDuc History Book Discussion Group

Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is Clark and Division by Naomi Hirahara. New members are welcome. Geared for adults. This event will take place at the LeDuc Historic Estate: 1629 Vermillion St., Hastings.

LeDuc Historic Estate, Offsite