Pie & Puzzles
2026-04-10 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Le Sueur Public Library, 118 Ferry St, Le Sueur, MN, 56058, 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 (and bragging rights)! Registration required.
Sponsored by Friends of the Le Sueur Public Library

Stitch & Visit
2026-04-13 14:00 - 18:00 | Le Center Public Library, 10 W Tyrone St, Le Center, MN, 56057, United States
Help is available for you to learn to sew on a button or use a sewing machine to stitch up a seam. Dianne Gahler and Kathy Mentjes will be on hand to problem solve. All ages.

Hazardous Histories: Adventures with Nathan Hale
2026-04-13 15:30 - 16:30 | Le Center Public Library, 10 W Tyrone St, Le Center, MN, 56057, United States
Explore the wild and weird sides of American history through storytelling, games, crafts, and creative challenges. Ages 8-12.

Paw Patrol Party
2026-04-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Elysian Public Library, 202 E Main St, Elysian, MN, 56028, United States
Join us for a paws-itively good time as we celebrate our favorite neighborhood rescue dogs. Kids will play games and make Paw Patrol-inspired crafts. Ages 4-6.

Romp and Rhyme Story Time
2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Le Sueur Public Library, 118 Ferry St, Le Sueur, MN, 56058, United States
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.

Romp and Rhyme Story Time
2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Elysian Public Library, 202 E Main St, Elysian, MN, 56028, United States
Elysian Area Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times at 10 am on select dates. 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 Baby Lapsit Story Time
2026-04-14 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Waseca Public Library, 408 N State St, Waseca, MN, 56093, United States
Waseca Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme Baby Lapsit story times. From puppets to pumping music, from bubble machines to banging bands, these are not your average story times. The Library uses movement, STEAM activities, curiosity, imaginative play, and active learning to keep kids engaged. Free and open to the public.

Personalized Clay Designs
2026-04-14 15:00 - 18:00 | Montgomery Public Library, 104 Oak Ave SE, Montgomery, MN, 56069, United States
Use polymer clay, paint, and stamps to make tiny tags, motivational houses, and message magnets. Ages 18+.

Game Day Tournament
2026-04-14 15:30 - 16:30 | Montgomery Public Library, 104 Oak Ave SE, Montgomery, MN, 56069, United States
Join us for an afternoon of gaming. This month will be playing a Pokémon TCG tournament. New and experienced players welcome. Cards will be provided if you do not have your own. Prizes will be handed out at the end of the tournament. Ages 13-18. Refreshments provided.

Romp and Rhyme Story Time
2026-04-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Waseca Public Library, 408 N State St, Waseca, MN, 56093, United States
Waseca Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times on Tuesdays at 5:30 pm. From puppets to pumping music, from bubble machines to banging bands, these are not your average story times. 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: Brad Taylor
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event, MN, United States
On writing action-packed and suspenseful spycraft with the former special forces and author of the Pike Logan series, Brad Taylor.
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.

Latte Art Workshop
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Le Center Public Library, 10 W Tyrone St, Le Center, MN, 56057, United States
Level up your barista skills! Practice creating latte art using an expresso machine, a steam wand, a frother, and stencils.

Renee Wendinger Author Talk
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Janesville Public Library, 100 W 2nd St, Janesville, MN, 56048, United States
Wendinger reveals the life story of orphaned and runaway children of immigrant parents in 19th-century New York. Wendinger will share details about children who faced nearly insurmountable odds and discuss Minnesota’s orphan train history.
This event is 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.

Jigsaw Puzzle Derby
2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Waseca Public Library, 408 N State St, Waseca, MN, 56093, 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 Waseca Public Library

Spy School
2026-04-15 15:30 - 16:30 | Waldorf Public Library, 119 S Main St, Waldorf, MN, 56091, United States
Do you have what it takes to be a spy? Based on the Stuart Gibbs book series, you will test your spy abilities through a series of puzzles and
obstacles. Ages 7-12.

Romp and Rhyme Story Time
2026-04-16 09:30 - 10:30 | Janesville Public Library, 100 W 2nd St, Janesville, MN, 56048, United States
Janesville Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times on Thursdays at 9:30 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.

Romp and Rhyme Story Time
2026-04-16 10:00 - 11:00 | MN
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.

Name Pennants
2026-04-16 16:00 - 17:00 | New Richland Public Library, 129 Broadway Ave S, New Richland, MN, 56072, United States
Learn simple crafting techniques for creating custom-made name pennants, perfect for decorating your room or locker. Ages 13-18.

Cook the Book
2026-04-16 16:30 - 17:30 | Janesville Public Library, 100 W 2nd St, Janesville, MN, 56048, United States
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 month’s book: Sweet Farm! by Molly Yeh

Mother-Daughter Book Club
2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Waseca Public Library, 408 N State St, Waseca, MN, 56093, United States
Geared for girls in grades 3-6 and a significant adult female. April’s book club selection is Kristy’s Great Idea: The Graphic Novel by Ann M. Martin.

Baby Lapsit Romp and Rhyme Story Time
2026-04-17 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 times. The Library uses movement, STEAM activities, curiosity, imaginative play, and active learning to keep kids engaged. Free and open to the public.

Genealogy Club
2026-04-18 09:00 - 10:00 | Waterville Public Library, 210 Paquin St, Waterville, MN, 56096, United States
Learn new family history search skills. Get advice on resources, common challenges and problem-solving techniques, and family history presentation ideas.
Newcomers are welcome!

How-To Festival
2026-04-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Waseca Public Library, 408 N State St, Waseca, MN, 56093, United States
Learn a wide variety of skills at this community-based all-ages interactive learning event! From pouring latte art to keeping bees, from creating flour sack dish towels to making a clay creation, add a few tricks up your sleeve in these short sessions! Choose from 16 skills to learn.
Sponsored by Friends of the Waseca Public Library

The full schedule:
10 AM
HOW TO DEFEND YOURSELF
Robert Tackett, Meeting Room
HOW TO UNDERSTAND CASH FLOWS AND SINKING FUNDS
Stacy Ewert from Dufault CPA, Teen Area
HOW TO MAKE A POLYMEAR CLAY CREATION
Jessica Peters, Children’s Area
HOW TO KEEP BEES
Sun Honey, New Adult Books Area
11 AM
HOW TO POUR LATTE ART
Waseca Public Library, Meeting Room
HOW TO PACK FOR A TRIP
Ash Aboki, Teen Area
HOW TO CREATE AN ALEBRIJE (COLORFUL MEXICAN FOLK ART SCULPTURE)
Dazed Bat Artistry, Children’s Area
HOW TO PROPEGATE PLANTS
Master Gardener, New Adult Books Area
11:30 am
LIGHT LUNCH
Library
12 PM
HOW TO TURN A FAVORITE LYRIC OR QUOTE INTO A CANVAS WALL TARP
Waseca Public Library, Meeting Room
HOW TO CREATE BEADED FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS
Waseca Public Library, Teen Area
HOW TO MAKE PIPE CLEANER CRITTERS
Mankato Makerspace, Children’s Area
HOW TO REGISTER TO VOTE
League of Women Voters, New Adult Books Area
12:30 PM
HOW TO CREATE A FLOUR SACK KITCHEN TOWEL
Dazed Bat Artistry, Meeting Room
HOW TO MAKE EMBROIDERY ART
Waseca Public Library, Teen Area
HOW TO CREATE BUTTONS WITH A BUTTON MAKER
Waseca Public Library, Children’s Area
HOW TO MAKE A BEESWAX WRAP
Waseca Public Library, New Adult Books Area

Renee Wendinger Author Talk
2026-04-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Elysian Public Library, 202 E Main St, Elysian, MN, 56028, United States

Inside Out Party
2026-04-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Janesville Public Library, 100 W 2nd St, Janesville, MN, 56048, United States
Explore colors and emotions with Joy, Anxiety, Sadness, and other Inside Out characters. Ages 4-7.

Ellie Palmer Author Talk
2026-04-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Le Sueur Public Library, 118 Ferry St, Le Sueur, MN, 56058, United States
Join us for a conversation with the author of the witty Minnesota romcoms, Anywhere but You, Four Weekends and a Funeral, and the upcoming Married with Benefits.
These events are 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.

Embossed Cards Workshop
2026-04-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Elysian Public Library, 202 E Main St, Elysian, MN, 56028, United States
A simple watercolor wash makes the perfect background for a dreamy embossed card. Ages 18+.

Romp and Rhyme Story Time
2026-04-21 10:00 - 11:00 | 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.
