Kids Jr. Book Club
Entering grades 2-3. Join other kids to talk about a great book! Copies of the book may be picked up at the service desk prior to meeting. We are reading: The Wild Ones by Megan Lacera
Classes & Workshops in Ada, MN
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East African Dance Residency
This program takes place at Coyle Community Center . Grades 5-12 and adults. Join us to learn about Somali and Oromo dances. During this 6-week art residency in Cedar Riverside, led by the East African Girls Dance Troupe, participants will have the opportunity to take part in six workshops to...
Merriam Park Book Club
Join Alaina from Merriam Park for monthly discussions of contemporary fiction. If you need a copy of the current month's book, stop by Merriam Park Branch Library and inquire at the desk.
Craft Circle
Come work on your crafting projects in a community setting at Sun Ray Library! Bring whatever project you’re working on and trade tips and tricks with other crafters. There will be a materials swap at each event, so bring any leftover materials you have that you’d like to share.
Book Club: Bring Your Own Book
Join us at the Luce Line Brewing Company for a casual, commitment-free book club and discuss what books you are reading with the group. You may hear about books you’d like to read and ones you may not have considered before. Purchase of refreshments is not required to participate. Collaborator:...
Craft and Create
Toddlers-Entering grade 6. Calling all young artists! Join us for some unstructured arts and crafts time! We’ll supply the craft materials; you bring your imagination. Every child will leave with an original piece of art. Drop in.
Next Chapter Book Club Standing in the Light, The Diary of Catharine Carey Logan: Delaware Valley, Pennsylvania, 1763 by Mary Pope Osborne.
You're invited to join the Saint Paul Public Library's Next Chapter Book Club as we read Standing in the Light, The Diary of Catharine Carey Logan: Delaware Valley, Pennsylvania, 1763 by Mary Pope Osborne . Since the fall of 2016, Saint Paul Public Library has been a Next Chapter Book Club...
Paint Like R.C. Gorman
Do you want to paint like Navajo Painter R.C. Gorman? Join us while we explore R.C. Gorman’s “Navajo Rainbow” and recreate his masterpiece. Learn what makes R.C. Gorman “the Picasso of American Indian Art.” No art skills necessary, all levels welcome. Materials provided. Collaborator: Merry Time...
Organic Wire Sculptures (Caponi Art Park)
Turn wire into wildlife! In this hands-on workshop with Caponi Art Park, you’ll choose an image of Minnesota wildlife or plant life and transform it into your own 3D metal sculpture. Bend, twist, and shape wire into an organic form, then mount your finished piece on a base for display. This event...
Art and Circular Motion
Entering K-grade 3. Drop-in program. Explore the fundamentals of circular motion in an experimental setting with giant spinner tables, circular paper, spirograph tools set, art supplies, and measurement stations! Grab a giant brush, a waterproof smock, and create beautiful spin art; or set your...
Intermediate Sewing Machine Skills: Summer Bucket Hat
For adults 18 and up. Sew a cotton summer bucket hat. Learn to use a pattern, sew curves, add interfacing and more. Materials provided. Collaborator: Textile Center. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. This is an intermediate level sewing class;...
Queer Book Club
Join our discussion of new and interesting books written by queer authors or on queer topics – LGBTQIA+ centered program. Bring along your book recommendations for future meetings. Hosted by Lynn from East Lake Library and Sara from Ridgedale Library, this book club will meet the second Tuesday of..
Sewing Tips and Tricks
Our expert sewist will help you mend damaged items, or get you started with a new project! We have sewing machines available in the Innovation Lab, as well as some fabric, thread, buttons, etc., or you can bring your own. Registration is not required, but it helps us keep track of how many people...
Summer Crafting at Riverview!
Drop in for some crafting at Riverview Library this summer! We’ll have air dry clay for you to mold and shape whatever you dream, as well as supplies to make seed art! All supplies provided. Ages 8 and up (or younger with an adult present!) This program is supported by the MN Arts and Cultural...
Crochet Corner
Space for everyone to come together and make yarn magic! Get hands on lessons to make anything crochet related. Very beginner friendly- come with no prior knowledge and leave as a pro! Supplies provided. This program is designed for teens.
Process Art Adventures
Entering PreK-grade 1 and caregivers. This is an interactive program that will have folks moving, singing, and creating through a rich play process! It includes process art and play stations designed specifically for ages 7 and under that focus on expanding sensory skills, building gross and fine...
Social Justice Book Club: Year of the Tiger
Join our discussion of books centering diverse literary voices that explore themes of racism, identity and social justice. In this quarterly book club, we aim to deepen our understanding of systemic inequities and grow together as a community by fostering dialogue that promotes diversity, equity,...
Jeremy & the Giant King Puppet Show (Inside)
Grab some lawn chairs and join us outside the library for an all-ages puppet show presented as part of Open Eye Theater’s 2026 Driveway Tour. Watch as Jeremy and his little brother are transported into a fantastical storybook realm with a Giant King on the rampage. Can they help bring order to the..
Crafternoon
Adults 18 and up. Craft and create with your library community. All skill levels welcome. Bring your own work in progress and join your neighbors in an afternoon of creating and chatting.
Campfire Book Club
School-age children of all reading levels can join us for Campfire Book Club! New readers will practice their oral reading skills and discover new picture books in the collection. More experienced readers will read and discuss the book: "Word Traveler’s and the Missing Mexican Mole" by Raj Haldar...
Washburn Book Club
Welcome back the Washburn Book Club and join our discussion of new and interesting fiction and nonfiction titles. A limited number of lending copies may be picked up at the information desk prior to each discussion. Upcoming titles include: August 11: Florida by Lauren Groff September 8: The Quiet..
Leaf Rubbing Fun Drop-in Activity
In this drop-in presentation, kids will examine the role and structure of leaves with a fun leaf rubbing project. Match leaves to their respective tree and make colorful leaf art to take home. Materials provided. Collaborator: University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener Volunteers.
Kids Crafternoon: Rock Painting
Entering grades 1-6. Craft and create in the Children’s Library at Minneapolis Central! Drop in to express yourselves creatively with crafting in the library. Materials provided. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
Bring Your Own Book Club: Grades 7-12
Entering grades 7-12. Read your own book, at your own pace, and connect with other readers around your age. Bring a friend and a book (or check one out here) and read alongside other teens in a sunny space for around 30 minutes. Stick around afterward to socialize. Find recommended books for teens..
Riverview Book Club
Join your neighbors for a casual monthly book discussion! This month's selection is The Eyes & the Impossible by Dave Eggers. If you need a copy, stop by Riverview Library and inquire at the desk. We meet the second Monday of the month. Here is a list of the books we have read since 2022 .
Nordic Folk Art Animal Cross Stitch
Entering grades 9-12. Join Scandinavian enthusiast and artist Cami Andersen to learn all you need to know about cross stitch with a folk art twist. Enjoy a short introduction to Scandinavian folk art and history, then choose from several fanciful designs: a fox, a reindeer, or a bird, and create a..
Book Club
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the previous book club meeting or following the meeting at the service desk. August 5: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith See previous titles read on the..
Excelsior Book Club: Real Americans
Join our discussion of interesting titles. The book club meets in-person on the second Thursday of each month. August 13: Real Americans by Rachel Khong September 10: Hester by Laurie Lico Albanese October 8: The Last Bookshop in London by Madeline Martin View complete book list from 2025-2026...
Kids Book Club
Entering grades 4-6. Select your own book based on the themes chosen by you during our first meeting. Share about your book at the next session. Explore the library, discover new books, and meet new friends!
Kids' Crafternoon
Entering grades 3-8. Younger youth may attend with a caregiver. Join other youth for drop-in arts and crafts. Something new every week! Materials provided.
Ridgedale Library First Thursday Book Club
Join our discussion of interesting fiction and nonfiction titles. The book club meets the first Thursday of each month. Note: The January meeting will be on January 8 instead of January 1. January 8: The English Experience by Julie Schumacher February 5: All Girls Filling Station Last Reunion by...
Weaving Connection Through Art with Briauna Williams
Use acrylic paint to create small collaborative paintings that will form a large community art piece. Free and open to all ages. Drop-ins welcome. This program is a part of the Artists Respond: Weaving Social Connection initiative by Springboard for the Arts, a two-year initiative pairing artists...
Knyaw Professional Young Adult Book Club
Looking for a space to heal, grow, and connect? You’re not alone—and this might be the place for you. Join the Knyaw Book Club for early to mid-level Knyaw professionals to reflect on and unpack the cultures we've grown out of—and into. It’s a space for conversation, curiosity, and community. Every.
Bring Your Own Book Club
Entering grades 2-7. Join other kids to talk about great books and make progress toward summer reading goals! Quiet reading time, followed by group book discussion and a fun activity! Bring your own book or pick one of ours. No advanced registration required. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County.
Weavers Guild Residency: Textile Arts for Adults
Adult Art Series. Join the Weavers Guild of Minnesota for an exploration of fiber arts. Each session of the series allows for new and repeat participants to build skills in textile arts while in a supportive group setting. Participants will have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of fiber.
Draw & Swap
If you don't think you can draw, you can! Have fun sketching or doodling with a variety of art supplies. This is an all ages, drop-in, informal event. Participants are welcome to draw quietly and/or to ask library staff for help learning how to doodle. After the event, we invite you to swap your...
Wednesday Afternoon Book Club
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Hosted by Antonio from Plymouth Library. Some lending copies will be available at the Plymouth Library service desk. August 5: This Side of Paradise by F. Scott Fitzgerald September 2: Memorial Days by Geraldine Brooks October 7: Happiness Falls by.
The Art of Being With: Light, Shadow, Wind and Body Exhibit – Opening Reception
Join us for the opening celebration of The Art of Being With: Light, Shadow, Wind and Body exhibit. This exhibit functions as a material dialog between fiber artist Jaehyun Yang Veenstra’s Jogakbo (patchwork cloth) and ceramicist Evelyn Kim’s Baekja (white porcelain). This program is funded with...
Fiction Book Club
Join our discussion of new and interesting fiction titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up prior to meeting. Titles to be announced.
Golden Valley Book Club: The Comfort of Crows
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. August 10: The Comfort of Crows by Margaret Renkl
Monday Night Book Club
Join us for a discussion of new and interesting titles, hosted by Antonio from Plymouth Library. Some lending copies will be available at the Plymouth Library service desk. Registration is required. August 10: Prophet Song by Paul Lynch September 14: The First State of Being by Erin Entrada Kelly...
Minneapolis Central Craft Club
For adults 18 and up. Craft and create with your library community. All skill levels welcome. Crafts will focus on knitting, crochet, embroidery, hand-sewing and papercrafts. Materials provided. Participants are welcome to bring their own projects or start something new. Note: Minneapolis Central...
East Lake Arts Club
Adult Art and Craft Meet-Up. Work on your own projects in a supportive atmosphere – no pressure, no critique. A few minutes' introduction, then we work with quiet conversation or music. Please only bring/use non-toxic supplies and materials – ink, pencils, charcoal, watercolor, pastels, gouache,...
Mystery/Thriller Book Club
Join our discussion of new and interesting mystery and thriller titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the information desk prior to meeting. June 8: Bruno, Chief of Police by Martin Walker July 13: The Hunter by Tana French August 10: The...
Sci-fi Book Club
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Bring along recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the information desk. June 4: The Future of Another Timeline by Annalee Newitz July 2: A Gift of Time by Jerry Merritt August 6: Our Hideous Progeny by C.E. McGill
Teen Hang-Out
*Teen Hang-Out is for ages 11-17 and 6-12th grade students. Every Thursday at the Highland Park Library in the First Floor Meeting Room! What we do: Play Playstation 5, DIY and art projects (painting, perler beads, clay, jewelry making, and more), eat a snack, relax, and yap! Drop-in for a little...
Graphic Novel Book Club
Join our discussion of interesting graphic novels and comic books. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the information desk prior to meeting. June 11: Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant? by Roz Chast July 9: Fables by Bill Willingham...
My First Book Club
Entering K-grade 1. Discover the joy of books as we read, talk, and play together. Explore the library, discover new books, and meet new friends! No pre-reading required. Registration preferred, drop-ins will be accommodated if space allows.
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