Waseca-Le Sueur Library

Osmo Masterpiece
2025-09-08 | Elysian Public Library, 202 E Main St, Elysian, MN, 56028, United States
Supercharge your drawing skills with this interactive drawing tool. Ages 7-12.

Dementia Friends Minnesota
2025-09-06 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Elysian Public Library, 202 E Main St, Elysian, MN, 56028, United States
Learn what dementia is, what it’s like to live with the disease, and some tips for communicating with people who have dementia. Dementia Friends is a global movement that is developed by the Alzheimer’s Society in the United Kingdom. This initiative hopes to make a difference in communities by helping everyone in the community understand what dementia is and how it effects families.

Books and Bagels
2025-09-06 09:30 - 13:30 | Montgomery Public Library, 104 Oak Ave SE, Montgomery, MN, 56069, United States
Bagels, coffee, juice, and community. Stop in at the library to talk about books. All ages.
Sponsored by Montgomery Area Friends of the Library

Books & Bagels
2025-09-06 09:30 - 13:30 | Montgomery Public Library, 104 Oak Ave SE, Montgomery, MN, 56069, United States

Romp and Rhyme Story Time
2025-09-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Waldorf Public Library, 119 S Main St, Waldorf, MN, 56091, United States
Waldorf Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme storytimes for ages 0-6 on Fridays 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 public.

Baby Lapsit Romp and Rhyme Story Time
2025-09-05 14:30 - 15:30 | Waldorf Public Library, 119 S Main St, Waldorf, MN, 56091, United States
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 public.

Romp and Rhyme Story Time
2025-09-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Montgomery Public Library, 104 Oak Ave SE, Montgomery, MN, 56069, United States
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.

Virtual Author Event: Hannah Nicole Maehrer
2025-09-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event, MN, United States
Embrace your dark side (and your best evil laugh) with Hannah Nicole Maehrer, creator of the bestselling Assistant to the Villain series.
This event will be recorded and people who register will be emailed a link to the recording.
Register now.
This event is made possible by the Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative. The event is held in coordination with Library Speakers Consortium and presented by Waseca-Le Sueur Regional Library System.

Popcorn and Puzzles
2025-09-03 14:00 - 17:00 | Waterville Public Library, 210 Paquin St, Waterville, MN, 56096, United States
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. All ages.

Diamond Art Bookmarks
2025-09-03 10:15 - 11:30 | New Richland Public Library, 129 Broadway Ave S, New Richland, MN, 56072, United States
Bedazzle a bookmark with inlaid rhinestones at this craft event. Ages 18+.

Jigsaw Puzzle Derby
2025-09-03 09:00 - 10:00 | Elysian Public Library, 202 E Main St, Elysian, MN, 56028, United States
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! Registration required.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library groups

Virtual Author Event: Dr. Tasha Eurich
2025-08-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event, MN, United States
Learn how to master the daily grind and become shatterproof in a tumultuous world with key insights by Dr. Tasha Eurich as she talks about her newest book, Shatterproof: How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos (And why resilience alone isn’t enough).

This event will be recorded and people who register will be emailed a link to the recording.
Register now.
This event is made possible by the Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative. The event is held in coordination with Library Speakers Consortium and presented by Waseca-Le Sueur Regional Library System.

Romp and Rhyme Story Time
2025-08-26 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-08-12 10:30 - 11:30 | New Richland Public Library, 129 Broadway Ave S, New Richland, MN, 56072, United States
New Richland 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.

Romp and Rhyme Story Time
2025-08-26 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-08-19 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-08-12 10:00 - 10:30 | Le Center Public Library, 10 W Tyrone St, Le Center, MN, 56057, United States
Le Center Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times 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 public.

Flower Crafts
2025-08-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Elysian Public Library, 202 E Main St, Elysian, MN, 56028, United States
Get ready for summer gardens! Create a flower holder for delicate stems and beaded garden stakes. Geared for adults.

Cook the Book
2025-08-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Waseca Public Library, 408 N State St, Waseca, MN, 56093, United States
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 share cooking tips and try out delicious food.
This session’s book: The Complete Salad Cookbook by America’s Test Kitchen

Virtual Author Event: Casey McQuiston
2025-08-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event, MN, United States
Bring an appetite for sizzling drama as bestselling author Casey McQuiston discusses her latest romantic comedy, The Pairing.

This event will be recorded and people who register will be emailed a link to the recording.
Register now.
This event is made possible by the Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative. The event is held in coordination with Library Speakers Consortium and presented by Waseca-Le Sueur Regional Library System.

Bingo for Books
2025-08-20 10:00 - 11:00 | New Richland Public Library, 129 Broadway Ave S, New Richland, MN, 56072, United States
Win Bingo to bring home a free book of your choosing. The final Blackout game will win a free book and a gift card. Ages 7-14,
Sponsored by Friends of the New Richland Public Library

Butterflies
2025-08-19 - 2025-08-22 | Waldorf Public Library, 119 S Main St, Waldorf, MN, 56091, United States
Create iridescent butterflies using colorful paper, pompoms, and other crafty surprises. Encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and pure artistic joy. Ages 5+
open hours

Stenciled Book Edges
2025-08-14 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Le Sueur Public Library, 118 Ferry St, Le Sueur, MN, 56058, United States
Jump into the world of book artistry by stenciling the edges of a popular book for your home library. Books and supplies provided. Geared for adults.
Register now.
This program was made possible in part with a grant from the Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund of the Minnesota Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment through the Traverse des Sioux Library System.

Laser-Engraved Wooden Coaster Set
2025-08-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Janesville Public Library, 100 W 2nd St, Janesville, MN, 56048, United States
Personalize wooden coasters with a sweet or funny engraving to create a unique gift or family heirloom. Registration required. Ages 18+.

Register now.
Sponsored by Janesville Area Foundation and Pope Family Fund

True Crime Club
2025-08-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Waterville Public Library, 210 Paquin St, Waterville, MN, 56096, United States
The South Ridge Stalker is half urban legend, half campfire story. Will new clues lead to a dead end, or will you reveal The Stalker’s existence and solve the murder? Ages 13-18.

Statement Stars
2025-08-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Waseca Public Library, 408 N State St, Waseca, MN, 56093, United States
Choose from an array of colorful papers and create a collection of handmade paper stars to add a touch of magic to any occasion. Exclusively for adults.
