Books & Bagels
Books & Bagels
Bagels, coffee, juice, and community. Stop in at the library to talk about books. All ages. Sponsored by Montgomery Area Friends of the Library
Bagels, coffee, juice, and community. Stop in at the library to talk about books. All ages. Sponsored by Montgomery Area Friends of the Library
Kids are invited to join our creative Lego-building club. Each event will have a theme to inspire and Legos to build with.
Le Sueur Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times. 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.
Coffee, tea, water, and some of the Snack Shack’s delicious popcorn will be available. Stop in and talk about books, put together a puzzle, or just enjoy some conversation and community. Free. All ages.
We are launching our new book club! Learn about this new hybrid book club where we alternate monthly from a group read to a "choose your own" genre-specific book. There…
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)! Registration required. Prizes sponsored by Friends of the Library groups
A new monthly program geared for homeschool families is designed to ignite curiosity and foster a love of learning through a blend of STEAM and other engaging activities. This month's theme is winter. Geared for ages 6-12.
Waldorf Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme storytimes for ages 0-6 on Wednesdays at 4 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…
Montgomery Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times. 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.
Do you like to try new flavors and recipes? Each month we’ll feature a new spice and make it available in a small FREE take-home kit. Then we’ll meet up to learn more about the spice’s history and its uses. Plus we’ll share what everyone made with the spice. Register at the library.
Waldorf Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme storytimes for ages 0-3 on Fridays at 2:30 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…
Dianne Gahler will teach the basics of crocheting. Supplies will be provided. Register at the library by January 5th. Geared for adults.
Bring your craft projects and visit with others while knitting, crocheting, embroidering, or completing any mobile project. Dianne Gahler will be on hand to problem solve any mishaps with a project or teach you how to crochet.
Wear your PJs to our story time! We’ll get you ready for bedtime with these cozy stories, crafts, and activities. Ages 0-5. A Romp 100 Event.
Why do bubbles pop? Is there a way to puncture a bubble and not have it pop? Why do bubbles float higher in cool weather? Ages 8-12.
Waseca Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme storytimes for ages 0-3 on Tuesdays at 10 am. 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…
Le Sueur Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times. 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.
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)! Registration required. Prizes sponsored by Friends of the Library groups
Waldorf Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme storytimes for ages 0-6 on Wednesdays at 4 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…
Join bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles series, which introduces us to Linus Baker, a by-the-book caseworker in the Department in Charge of Magical Youth who is tasked with determining whether six dangerous magical children are likely to bring about the end of the world, and Arthur Parnassus, who hopes…
Montgomery Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times. 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.
Whether you are beginning your genealogy journey or are a seasoned pro who hit a roadblock, this informal program is for you! Family genealogy expert Sally Olson will be on hand to give tips and tricks on family genealogy and go through some websites (including Ancestry) that may be of use. Please bring your laptop…
Join our drawing club for teen artists! Learn new techniques and practice your drawing skills. We’ll sample a variety of drawing styles, including fashion, anime, nature, objects, illustration, doodles, portraits, and more. Exclusively for ages 12-18. All skill levels welcome! Sponsored by Janesville Area Foundation and The Pope Family Fund
Waldorf Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme storytimes for ages 0-3 on Fridays at 2:30 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…
Le Sueur Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times. 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.
Waseca Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme storytimes for ages 0-3 on Tuesdays at 10 am. 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…
Create a unique embroidered paper bird! Whether you are new to embroidery or a seasoned pro, this event works for all experience levels. Geared for adults. January 21st 2 pm Waldorf
Waldorf Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme storytimes for ages 0-6 on Wednesdays at 4 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…
Try this 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 share cooking tips and try out delicious food. Hook, Line, and Supper: New Techniques and Master Recipes for Everything Caught in Lakes, Rivers and…
Montgomery Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times. 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.
Author Amanda Montell will delve into a cornucopia of cognitive biases that run rampant in our brains, from how the “halo effect” cultivates worship (and hatred) of larger-than-life celebrities, to how the “sunk cost fallacy” can keep us in detrimental relationships long after we’ve realized they’re not serving us. This event will be recorded and…
Are you up for a challenge? Code our rolling robots to move through a maze. Ages 9-12.
Waldorf Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme storytimes for ages 0-3 on Fridays at 2:30 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…
Join our book discussion group and chat us up about the books you’ve been reading. Geared for adults.
Try this 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 share cooking tips and try out delicious food. Bring It!: Tried and True Recipes for Potlucks and Casual Entertaining by Ali Rosen
Waseca Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme storytimes for ages 0-3 on Tuesdays at 10 am. 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…
Le Sueur Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times. 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.
Writing a book (or thinking about it), but what happens next? Join us for an inside look into working with an agent and the beginning stages of the publishing process with Seth Fishman, Literary Agent at The Gernert Company. This presentation includes 30 minutes of Q&A. This is the year to make all of your…
Transform ordinary pine cones into beautiful, faux succulents. A unique crafting experience! Geared for adults.
Waldorf Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme storytimes for ages 0-6 on Wednesdays at 4 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…
Enjoy books about crayons and colors, then bring the stories to life with custom crafts. Ages 0-5. A Romp 100 Event.
These rock and wire photo holders bring unique height and color to your photo display. Then highlight your snapshots with a unique wood frame magnet. Ages 13-18.
Waldorf Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme storytimes for ages 0-3 on Fridays at 2:30 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…