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Drop in to learn more about voting and the upcoming midterm elections. Staff from Hennepin County Elections will be on-site to answer questions about voter registration, absentee voting, polling locations, and more! Collaborator: Hennepin County Elections.
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. No registration required. Attendance is admitted on a first-come, first-served basis as space allows.
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Connect with your child during this drop-in program exploring early literacy activities. No registration required. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
Calling all future engineers and architects! We've got the bricks, but we need you to bring your imagination. No experience necessary. We'll also have DUPLOS®, so all ages are welcome. No registration is required. Room capacity is limited.
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.
Join North Regional Library’s STEAM Squad and explore STEAM activities! You are encouraged to drop in and participate in a different project every session led by our STEAM Squad. These workshops are the perfect opportunity to engage with science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun, hands-on activities! Materials provided. Collaborator: STEAM Squad. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
K-grade 5. Cuddle up with a certified therapy animal (usually a dog) and practice reading aloud. Sign up for a 15-minute session at the front desk when you arrive. First come, first served. 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.
Grades 3-12. Put your game face on. Board games, card games, puzzles, and Nintendo Switch provided by the library or bring your own games! Bring your friends and come make new ones for an afternoon of gaming together!
Grades 2-8. Come hang out and play Pokémon with like-minded friends at the library! Participants may bring their own cards or use cards provided by the library. All skill levels welcome.
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. Siblings welcome.
For children ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Siblings welcome.
All ages and skill levels are welcome. Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies, and meeting other chess fans. Free and open to all!
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.
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together in this evening offering of Family Storytime. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.
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. Siblings welcome.
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.
Los niños y sus padres o sus cuidadores se conectarán entre sí a través de la participación en bailes latinos como la salsa, la bachata y el merengue. Este programa de baile fomenta el movimiento y la autoexpresión, y crea recuerdos imborrables para las familias. El programa está dirigido a familias con niños de 2 a 6 años (los hermanitos son bienvenidos). La clase se impartirá en español e inglés. Colaborador: Nela Dance. Este programa es financiado por el Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Children and their caregivers will bond by engaging in Latin dances such as salsa, bachata, and merengue. This dance program encourages movement and self-expression, and creates core memories for families. The program is intended for families with children between the ages of 2-6 (siblings welcome). The class will be taught in Spanish and English. Collaborator: Nela Dance. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Connect with your child during this drop-in program exploring early literacy activities.
For people at all skill levels. Make new friends while creating your own handmade masterpieces! Drop in or stay the entire time. Learn how to knit or practice new techniques. Bring your own needles and yarn, please. Other needlecrafts welcome!
Play and Learn – Hmong Edition is intended for families with children between the ages of birth-5. Siblings welcome. Children and their adults will engage in interactive early learning activities specific to the Hmong culture and language. Collaborator: Hmong Early Childhood Coalition. Drop in anytime between 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. No registration required.
Drop in for fun and creative STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) experiments and projects! Materials provided. Collaborator: Hosmer Library STEAM Squad. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
Open to chess players of all ages and abilities from complete beginners to more advanced. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Non-competitive and friendly playing only. All chess equipment will be provided. Walk-ins welcome!
Open to adult and teen chess players of all abilities from complete beginners to the more advanced. Play for learning or for friendly competitive play. Teaching new players is available upon request. Just come for fun. And note: you do not need to bring any game equipment since all chess material, including boards and pieces, will be provided.
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.
For children ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Siblings welcome.
Los niños y sus padres o sus cuidadores se conectarán entre sí a través de la participación en bailes latinos como la salsa, la bachata y el merengue. Este programa de baile fomenta el movimiento y la autoexpresión, y crea recuerdos imborrables para las familias. El programa está dirigido a familias con niños de 2 a 6 años (los hermanitos son bienvenidos). La clase se impartirá en español e inglés. Colaborador: Nela Dance. Este programa es financiado por el Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Children and their caregivers will bond by engaging in Latin dances such as salsa, bachata, and merengue. This dance program encourages movement and self-expression, and creates core memories for families. The program is intended for families with children between the ages of 2-6 (siblings welcome). The class will be taught in Spanish and English. Collaborator: Nela Dance. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Connect with your child during this drop-in program exploring early literacy activities.
Drop-in individual assistance to learn basic computer skills. Volunteer led. Please call ahead to confirm: 612-543-6875.
For all ages. Chess it out! Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies, and meeting other chess fans at all levels. Walk-ins welcome.
Grades 1-6. Mindfulness and stitching go hand-in-hand! Learn and use two embroidery stitching techniques to create a collection of fridge or locker magnets, each containing words of affirmation to set your intention for the day! Create a list of attributes that are special and unique to you, and stitch them with mindfulness. Materials provided. Collaborator: Textile Center. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Grades 8-12. Join us at Ridgedale Library for board games, Nintendo Switch, tabletop RPG’s, and more! Meet and hang out with friends in a fun, relaxed environment where you can be yourself and take advantage of our wide range of games. Whether it’s videogames, Ticket to Ride, Sushi-Go, Chess, Checkers, D&D, or something new and exciting, you can have fun here! Materials provided. Program occurs every two weeks during the school year.
Grades 5-12. Join us for a weekly series to create wearable art with COMPAS Teaching Artist Broderick Poole. Explore various apparel design techniques and create your own wearable masterpiece. Materials provided. Collaborator: COMPAS. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Kids and families. Enjoy a rated G or PG movie in our cozy library theater experience. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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.
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Connect with your child during this drop-in program exploring early literacy activities. A licensed ECFE parent educator will be available to discuss caregiving topics in Spanish and English. Collaborator: Minneapolis Public Schools Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE).
All ages and skill levels are welcome. Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies, and meeting other chess fans. Free and open to all!
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.
Drop in for fun and creative STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) experiments and projects geared towards teens! Materials provided. Led by Roosevelt Library’s STEAM Squad.
Preschool-Kindergarten and their caregivers. Dragons, Unicorns, and Fairies – oh my! Help us bring a fantastical picture book to life through character work, imaginative games, and visual art activities, all while strengthening the tools in your actor's toolkit: body, voice, and imagination. Collaborator: Children’s Theatre Company. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Note: Please register each child attending. Two caregivers per registered child may also attend.
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. No registration required. Attendance is admitted on a first-come, first-served basis as space allows.
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Connect with your child during this drop-in program exploring early literacy activities. No registration required. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.
For children and their families. Join us for an easy-going session of kids’ chess. Volunteers will be ready to teach all chess beginners how to play or facilitate play with other kids. LEGO® will also be available to build and create. Materials provided. Just drop in for this informal activity.
K-grade 5. Cuddle up with a certified therapy dog and practice reading aloud. Sign up when you arrive for a 15-minute slot. First come, first served. 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.
For children ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Siblings welcome.
Grades 1-8. The Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights is a colorful “dancing light” display seen in the Arctic Region of North America. Work with an artist to create a landscape painting that combines watercolor with salt. Then draw and cut out a polar bear with her cubs to add to your painting. Like magic, the snowy landscape comes alive. Materials provided. Collaborator: ArtStart. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
For children ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Siblings welcome.
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement. Collaborator: Osseo Area Schools Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE).
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.
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.
Drop-in individual assistance to learn basic computer skills. Volunteer led. Please call ahead to confirm: 612-543-6875.
Grades 4-12. Learn new skills, share your expertise with like-minded creatives, and spend time honing your craft. Equipment and materials provided.
K-grade 5. Cuddle up with a certified therapy animal (usually a dog) and practice reading aloud. Sign up for a 15-minute session at the desk when you arrive, starting at 3:45 p.m. First come, first served. 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.
Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies, and meeting other chess fans. Chess equipment will be provided. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Walk-ins are welcome. Come and have fun!
zAmya Theater Project invites you to a Creative Expression Session! The Sessions are a fun space for people looking to learn performance skills, create skits and songs, use creative play, and tell their story. Open to all ages and abilities, including people with disabilities. People bringing the lived experience of homelessness are especially encouraged to attend. zAmya Theater Project uses creativity, collaboration, and community-based theater to build understanding and connection between people who've experienced homelessness and those who have not. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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. Siblings welcome.
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.
Join us for a fun-filled musical experience and discover instruments! Led by early childhood music specialists, your family will listen to and respond to classical music together. Collaborator: Breaching Concerts LLC. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Note: Please register each child attending. A maximum of two caregivers per registered child may also attend.
All ages and skill levels are welcome. Have fun learning the basics of chess, improving your game, mastering strategies, and meeting other chess fans. Free and open to all!
Calling all future engineers and architects! We've got the bricks, but we need you to bring your imagination. No experience necessary. We'll also have DUPLOS®, so all ages are welcome.
Join us for a drop-in one-shot TTRPG (tabletop role playing game). We’ll be creating characters and teaming up for adventures and hijinks that will start and finish in one game session. No prior experience with TTRPGs is needed. Library staff will have all materials needed and will teach and guide participants in character creation and game play. Bring yourself, bring a friend, and connect with fellow players for an evening of fun, creativity, and collaboration. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library. This program is a LGBTQIA2S+ centered safe space open to all teen participants.
Drop in for fun and creative STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) experiments and projects! Materials provided. Led by Brooklyn Park Library’s STEAM Squad. Collaborator: STEAM Squad. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
This program takes place at Coyle Community Center . Grades 5-12 and adults. Join us to learn about Somali and Oromo dances. During this 6-week art residency in Cedar Riverside, led by the East African Girls Dance Troupe, participants will have the opportunity to take part in six workshops to explore various East African cultural dances. The program will culminate in a final community performance at Coyle Community Center’s annual cultural night. Collaborator: Coyle Community Center. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Join us for a drop-in one-shot TTRPG (tabletop role playing game). We’ll be creating characters and teaming up for adventures and hijinks that will start and finish in one game session. No prior experience with TTRPGs is needed. Library staff will have all materials needed and will teach and guide participants in character creation and game play. Bring yourself, bring a friend, and connect with fellow players for an evening of fun, creativity, and collaboration. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library. This program is a LGBTQIA2S+ centered safe space open to all adult participants.
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement. Feel free to bring a favorite blanket or stuffy to cuddle up with and wear PJs so kids can go right to bed when you get home.
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. Siblings welcome.