Washer Word Bracelets
Washer Word Bracelets
Design and make a positive, personal reminder with a custom hand-stamped bracelet. Perfect for gifts (or for yourself). Registration required.
Design and make a positive, personal reminder with a custom hand-stamped bracelet. Perfect for gifts (or for yourself). Registration required.
Design and make a positive, personal reminder with a custom hand-stamped bracelet. Perfect for gifts (or for yourself). Registration required. Exclusively for ages 13-18.
Play with tiny Ozobots that respond to color commands! Geared for ages 7-12. Registration required.
Trick or treat at downtown businesses, then enjoy crafts, games, and activities at Most Holy Redeemer School! Geared for ages 12 and under. Sponsored by Montgomery Chamber of Commerce, Montgomery American Legion, the Montgomery Friends of the Library, and Montgomery Public Library
Learn the mechanics and application of meditation and other mindfulness-based practices. Geared for beginners as well as experienced practitioners. This program is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant provided by the Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Patty Salmon will lead a workshop where participants will make gifts to show appreciation.
A roll of the dice will help guide your story in this fun writing game. Registration required.
Kids will code to create original music using our Osmo gaming system. Registration required. Sponsored by Consolidated Communications
Let science amaze you! Watch water walk, create bouncy balls, and fit your body through an index card.
Chad Lewis will share the fascinating stories of America’s most infamous gangsters as they turned Minnesota into the land of 10,000 crimes. This program is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant provided by the Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Combine Legos, tracks, marbles and a pile of cool trampolines and what do you get? Crazy fun! What kind of chain reactions can you construct?
Build based off our challenges, but be warned, we may have some tricky rules up our sleeves.
Montgomery Public Library will hold Romp and Rhyme story times on Thursdays at 1 pm. From puppets to pumping music, from bubble machines to banging bands, these are not your average story time. The Library uses movement, STEAM activities, curiosity, imaginative play, and active learning to keep kids engaged. Free and open to the public.
Build a video game from scratch using a Bloxel gameboard, colored blocks, and an iPad! Sponsored by Consolidated Communications
Chad Lewis will share the fascinating stories of America’s most infamous gangsters as they turned Minnesota into the land of 10,000 crimes. This program is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant provided by the Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Elysian Area Library will hold a story time with Santa. Free and open to the public.
Kris was a successful, healthy, 26- year-old woman with a nearly perfect life. Kris woke up one morning unable to speak, eat or even write her name. She was in the grip of a mysterious illness that began with disorientation and nausea then quickly escalated to grand mal seizures. Kris and her mother Sherry describe…
Paint a wintery snowman scene with guidance from artist Lori Anderson at this fundraiser for the Friends of the Janesville Public Library. Registration required. Tickets cost $45.
Try your hand at dot art—a simple, but breathtaking art technique. Our workshop is for all skill levels, ages 13-18.
Learn all about the social, economic and military aspects of the war from living history presenter Arn Kind, going back to its beginning from French involvement in Indochina to the entry of the United States fighting on the Asian continent a century later. This program is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a…
Try this new spin on a book club! Visit the library to choose a recipe from the selected cookbook. Then bring the finished dish to the event. It's a great way to meet people, share cooking tips, and try out delicious food. This month's selection: In the French Kitchen with Kids by Mardi Michels
Chad Lewis takes the audience on a ghostly journey to some of the most haunted places in Minnesota—complete with photos, case histories, eyewitness accounts, ghost lore, . . . and directions. This program is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant provided by the Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative, thanks to a…
Play with tiny Ozobots that respond to color commands! Geared for ages 7-12.
Assemble a team of up to 4 players to compete in a jigsaw puzzle competition. The first team to complete the puzzle wins a prize (and bragging rights)!
Learn new family history search skills. Get advice on resources, common challenges and problem-solving techniques, and family history presentation ideas.
Waseca Wellness Day is designed to encourage healthy living, reduce stress, promote social connectivity within the community, and create positive transformations. Choose which wellness skills you want to learn: from confidence to fitness, from outdoor recreational opportunities to eating healthier, we’ve got sessions for almost everyone. Enjoy these “tester” sessions with local organizations and individuals…
Support your local libraries by shopping at the Mankato Barnes and Noble. Make sure you pick up the Bookfair ID# before you make your purchases!
Get inspired by Lester Fizz, Bubble Gum Artist, then tell your story by painting a picture of yourself with personalized details.
Chad Lewis takes the audience on a ghostly journey to some of the most haunted places in Minnesota—complete with photos, case histories, eyewitness accounts, ghost lore, . . . and directions. This program is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant provided by the Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative, thanks to a…
Design and make a positive, personal reminder with a custom hand-stamped bracelet. Perfect for gifts (or for yourself). Registration required. Exclusively for ages 13-18.
Create a vision/inspiration/mood board to map out what you want to bring into the world. Geared for ages 9-12.
Calling all builders! Bring Minecraft to life with an afternoon of Minecraft activities and more. Watch out for the Creeper, zombie mobs, and spiders in order to survive.
Build based off our challenges, but be warned, we may have some tricky rules up our sleeves.
Geared for adults with developmental disabilities. Cow Tipping Press led this innovative creative writing workshop that helped showcase unique gifts and voice with the world. Stop by to hear the writers’ work. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council, thanks to a…
Laura MacKenzie will perform music from Scotland, Ireland, England, Minnesota, Central France, and Galicia on an array of wind-powered instruments, including wooden flutes, whistles, concertina, various bagpipes bellowed and blown, gemshorn and voice. Laura has learned from many tradition bearers on both sides of the Atlantic, and has herself been recognized as a Master Folk…
Assemble a team of up to 4 players to compete in a jigsaw puzzle competition. The first team to complete the puzzle wins a prize (and bragging rights)!
Assemble a team of up to 4 players to compete in a jigsaw puzzle competition. The first team to complete the puzzle wins a prize (and bragging rights)!
Create music with numbers! We’ll use the Sonic Pi program to play with sounds. Geared for ages 7-12. Registration required. Sponsored by Consolidated Communications
The Friends of the Elysian Area Library are holding a book sale with hundreds of titles. All donations, magazines, and DVDs will be accepted at the Elysian Area Library until the time of sale.
Nordic food geek and meatball historian Patrice Johnson will speak about her book Jul: Swedish American Holiday Traditions. In her book, Johnson tracks down the meanings behind why her family and other Swedish Americans celebrate as they do, researching family histories, traditional recipes, and joys of the season. The result is a fascinating exploration of…
All ages are invited to make holiday cards for veterans. The cards will be distributed at the Hastings Veterans Home and the Armed Forces Center at the Minneapolis International Airport. All ages welcome. Sponsored by Montgomery Area Friends of the Library and Legion Auxiliary Unit 79