Aboriginal Art
Aboriginal Art
Learn a special art technique that utilizes dot art. All skill levels will be able to create a unique folk art piece.
Learn a special art technique that utilizes dot art. All skill levels will be able to create a unique folk art piece.
Dance party! Bring your favorite music and teach Sphero some dance moves to sync to your song. Geared for ages 13-18. Sponsored by Consolidated Communications
Coding is about creativity, technology, and shaping the future. At our Coding Clubhouse open labs, you get to decide what coding project you want to work on. Work with friends or create on your own! If you need help, we’ll be here to help. Geared for ages 7-12.
Williams will talk about his short story collection inspired by true experiences of a young boy growing up in Ely, Minnesota, follows Jack as he explores his home town from 1949 to 1960, back when parents didn't lock their doors and doctors made house calls. E. Jack Williams is a retired Waseca High School teacher…
Supercharge your drawing skills with this interactive drawing tool. Whatever image you pick, Masterpiece can transform it into an easy-to-follow outline that allows you to draw on paper perfectly. Sponsored by Consolidated Communications
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)! Sponsored by Friends of the Library
Check out the relaxed atmosphere of Half-Pint Brewery while discussing the book. It’s the perfect combo of bookworm babble and beer. Pick up a copy of Annihilation by Jeff Vandermeer at Waseca Public Library.
Create art inspired by music with a variety of art projects for you to try out! Geared for ages 13-18.
You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. So choose the Dr. Seuss Extravaganza! We will have painting and games And loads of good fun with your favorite names From there to here, and here to there Funny things will be everywhere!
Make your ballerina dance or your ninja spin by creating a simple spinning motor. Geared for ages 10-12. Registration required.
Le Center Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times on Tuesdays 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.
Girl groups, Beatlemania, guitar gods, disco, hair bands, boy bands, grunge, rap, and more! Assemble a team of up to 3 players to test your music knowledge covering the 1960s-1990s.
Dance party! Bring your favorite music and teach Sphero some dance moves to sync to your song. Geared for ages 10-15.
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)! Sponsored by Friends of the Library groups
Montgomery Public Library holds Romp and Rhyme story times on Wednesdays at 11 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.
Test your Avengers skills: hammer throw, archery, and more. Geared for ages 9-12.
The Dot is the story of a caring teacher who dares a doubting student to trust in her own abilities by being brave enough to “make her mark.” Try out these simple art projects that encourage creativity at our family-friendly event.
Come together through the reading and discussion of one book, The Witness Tree by Amy Pendino. Meet the author and learn more about her writing process. In The Witness Tree, Dani Holden thinks moving to an old Iowa farmstead will help her forget her past. She agrees to help neighbors take down a strange double-headed…
Kids will paint on canvas to create a colorful craft project using buttons. Registration required. Geared for ages 7+.
Local genealogist George Mikiska will discuss how to start your family tree and where to look locally, nationally, and worldwide for information.
Have a BLAST with beginning coding activities! Kids will learn sequencing, problem-solving, storytelling, and directional skills through active and social play! Registration required. Geared for ages 4-6.
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)! Sponsored by Friends of the Library groups
Have a BLAST with beginning coding activities! Kids will learn sequencing, problem-solving, storytelling, and directional skills through active and social play! Registration required. Geared for ages 4-6.
Go ahead and get your relaxation on. Make DIY stress balls, bath bombs, and face masks. Then watch your stress fade away. Exclusively for ages 13-18.
Kids are needed to help create cozy cushions for rescue animals! Soft, natural fabrics will be used to construct small blankets, pocket beds, and simple toys. Geared for ages 7-12. Sponsored by Thrivent Financial
Join us in team relay stories, Mad Libs, and action-packed personal artwork. These dynamic activities are designed to pump up your energy level and inspire great writing! Geared for ages 8-12. Registration required.
Geared for adults with developmental disabilities. Join us for this innovative creative writing workshop that showcases your unique gifts and voice with the world! No experience necessary to participate. Cow Tipping Press and Waseca Public Library have partnered to bring you this unique opportunity for this 5-week session. Registration required. This activity is made possible…
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)! Sponsored by Friends of the Library groups
Learn new family history search skills. Get advice on resources, common challenges and problem-solving techniques, and family history presentation ideas. Newcomers are welcome!
This intimate, powerful, and inspiring memoir by the former First Lady of the United States has impacted a lot of our readers. Join us for an opportunity to talk about Obama's story. Breakfast refreshments provided by Friends of the Le Sueur Public Library.
Create stunning handmade cards using embossing, stamps, edging, and more with local Stampin’ Up presenter Judy Vogelsang.
Explore rural Minnesota’s agricultural past. Doug Ohman will take you on a visual tour of older farming equipment that has become obsolete in the modern age. Sponsored by Friends of the Elysian Area Library
Cherie Best will lead a discussion group for anyone with an interest in nature. The group discusses monthly changes in southern Minnesota, especially the natural phenomena in relation to climate, plant, and animal life. This month the group will discuss 1491: New Revelations of the Americas before Columbus by Charles Mann.
Try your hand at dot art—a simple, but breathtaking art technique. Our workshop is for all skill levels, ages 18+.
Join in on small group reading circles in honor of the first day of spring. We’ll be reading books relating to the new season and what to look for in the natural world. Geared for ages 7-12.
Geared for adults with developmental disabilities. Join us for this innovative creative writing workshop that showcases your unique gifts and voice with the world! No experience necessary to participate. Cow Tipping Press and Waseca Public Library have partnered to bring you this unique opportunity for this 5-week session. Registration required. This activity is made possible…
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 month's selection: The Perfect Cookie by America’s Test Kitchen
The Dot is the story of a caring teacher who dares a doubting student to trust in her own abilities by being brave enough to “make her mark.” Try out these simple art projects that encourage creativity at our family-friendly event.
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)! Sponsored by Friends of the Library groups
Use your senses to inspire your writing. We’ve got five activities for each of your senses—taste, touch, hear, see, and smell. Geared for ages 7-12. Registration required.
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 month's selection: Cooking for Comfort: More Than 100 Wonderful Recipes That Are as Satisfying…
Release your inner creative beast! Group meets once a month. Supplies provided by the Friends of the Library but feel free to bring along whatever you want to use/share. New to the group? Sign up at the library so a journal will be provided for you. Geared for teens and adults. Sponsored by Friends of…
Celebrate Eric Litwin’s Pete the Cat series with games, stories, and (of course!) cool shoes.
Make your ballerina dance or your ninja spin by creating a simple spinning motor. Geared for ages 10-12. Registration required.
Check out the relaxed atmosphere of Half-Pint Brewery while discussing the book. It’s the perfect combo of bookworm babble and beer. Pick up a copy of The Dog Stars by Peter Heller at Waseca Public Library. Beer not provided but can be purchased.
Assemble a team of up to 3 players to test your knowledge of music from the 1980’s, 1990’s, 2000’s, and 2010’s. Compete to win music legend status. Exclusively for ages 12-18.
Learn the historical evolution of fashion in the mid-19th century with a Victorian-era fashion show featuring outfits worn in daily life and formal occasions by men, women, and children. Participants will even get a chance to experience walking and sitting while wearing a hoopskirt.