Festivals, street fairs, carnivals, and seasonal events in Ada, MN. Big events you don't want to miss.
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Create your own miniature desert oasis! In this hands-on workshop, participants will discover the beauty of succulents and learn how to design and care for a unique glass terrarium. We will explore soil layers, decorative elements, and the science of low-maintenance indoor gardening. This program...
Join library staff and fellow book lovers for lively conversation and refreshments. Stop in or call the library (651-642-0411) for more information. All are welcome.
This program takes place at Jackson Square Park , for their Neighborhood Event (which takes place from 6-8 pm.) For the Story Stroll, come anytime from noon on. Hike from page to page and enjoy the unique experience of reading a story along a trail. Collaborator: Minneapolis Parks.
WNBA: Golden State Valkyries at Minnesota Lynx at Target Center
Join us for a cup of coffee and get assistance with services related to housing, shelter access, benefits, identification, healthcare, chemical dependency and more. Drop in assistance is available for people who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. Everyone welcome! Community Partners:..
MiLB Triple-A: Toledo Mud Hens at St. Paul Saints at CHS Field
Play and Learn – Hmong Edition is intended for families with children between the ages of birth-5. Siblings welcome. Children and their adults will engage in interactive early learning activities specific to the Hmong culture and language. Collaborator: Hmong Early Childhood Coalition. Drop in...
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:...
Tech Help Clinics are for ALL tablets, smartphones, and laptops. Bring your questions, problems and concerns. If we can't answer the question, we'll find resources or organizations that can! No registration required.
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.
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.
Playtime is for young children, ages zero to five and especially geared toward the sensory-seeking children. There will be toys to climb, puppets to interact with, and new friends to make! Caretakers must remain with their children during the entirety of playtime. Shake Your Sillies Out! Playtime...
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...
Turn creativity into a memorable experience with this hands-on, interactive activity with SPRAYFiNGER! Spray & Take invites participants to dive into the world of spray paint and stenciling - no experience required. This engaging experience starts with a quick, guided introduction before...
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.
Adults 18 and up. Make a stuffed owl paperweight out of socks! Decorate your owl with felt and fun stitches. Materials provided. All skill levels welcome! Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
Stop by the M Health Fairview table in the lobby of the Sun Ray Library to chat with healthcare providers about nutrition or medication, check your blood pressure, or get a hand massage. Free COVID-19 vaccines are available for people ages 12 and up, and free flu vaccines are available for people 6.
Join us for a fun, creative evening of rock painting. Create pieces to decorate your space, garden, desk, kitchen (anywhere!) in your own style. No experience necessary. Materials provided. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
Join our crafting community and come to Roosevelt Library every other Saturday from 2-4 p.m.! We encourage you to bring your current projects. Any and all portable crafts with library-safe materials are welcome. Don’t have a current project or any crafting supplies? Roosevelt Library will have a...
Presents: A Move Filmmaker: Elahe Esmaili (Running time: 27 min.) Elahe Esmaili, who lives and works in the UK, returns to her hometown in Iran to help her parents pack up and move. She joins her religious extended family amidst the piles of boxes, but is feeling apprehensive. As for the first time.
These classes center on the theme, "The Art of Being With...," and are related to the exhibit at Minneapolis Central Library. Together, they explore the idea that giving and receiving care and love brings meaning to our lives. Thoughtfulness is essential in finding purpose; without it, everyday...
Drop in to hang out and make cool stuff at FunLab! Featuring crafts, science experiments, engineering projects, video games, and more. This program is designed for ages 7-11.
Entering grades 2-6. Calling all gamers! Drop in and play videogames on a Nintendo Switch with other kids on a big projector. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
Join our discussion of romance books written by queer authors or on queer topics – LGBTQIA+ centered program. Bring along your book recommendations for future meetings. Hosted by Emma from Nokomis Library and Autumn from Edina Library, this book club will meet the last Monday of the month. June 29:.
Turn creativity into a memorable experience with this hands-on, interactive activity with SPRAYFiNGER! Spray & Take invites participants to dive into the world of spray paint and stenciling - no experience required. This engaging experience starts with a quick, guided introduction before...
Seniors, get one-on-one technology support for your personal device (smartphone, tablet or laptop). This program is staffed by tech support volunteers with expertise in working with adults age 60 and older to navigate the digital landscape. Bring your own device, or a library computer will be...
Come take part in celebrating 30 years of Pokémon! We're hosting games, crafts and a fun photobooth. Bring a deck to play against other trainers, as well as your binder to trade cards with fellow Pokémon fans! Trainers of all ages are welcome.
Craft, create, and connect with your library community. We encourage you to bring your current projects – any and all portable crafts with library-safe materials are welcome! Don’t have a project going already? Washburn Library has materials available for you to use! All skill levels welcome....
Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Lending copies may be picked up at the information desk prior to meeting. September 2: Council of Dolls by Mona Susan Power October 7: Theo of Golden by Allen Levi November 4: My Friends by...
Join the Twin Cities’ Goblin Craft Club in the meeting room for a bring-your-own-craft gathering! All craft projects are welcome, but please bring your own tools and materials. This gathering is also only for adults; if you have mini-goblins, please leave them at home!
Entering grades 2-8. Join us for our Pokémon Club for kids! If you are a fan of Pokémon this club is for you! Share your collection, chat and create all things Pokémon, and build your deck by trading cards with your fellow Pokémon enthusiasts. Bring your own cards to trade and we will have some so..
Join us for a cup of coffee and get assistance with services related to housing, shelter access, benefits, healthcare, chemical dependency and more. Drop in assistance is available for people who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. Everyone welcome!
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. September 2: Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger See previous titles read on...
For children of all ages and their caregivers. Connect with your child during this drop-in program exploring early literacy activities.
Hang out, mess around, and geek out at the George Latimer Central Library! Every Tuesday of the month experience a tech-free Level Up at the Library. These sessions will be focused on arts and crafts such as painting, miniatures, and fabrics. Stop in if you are looking for a free space to unplug!
Adult Art Series. Join the Amy Wilderson of COMPAS for a class on wired jewelry making. Each session of the series allows for new and repeat participants to build skills in jewelry making while in a supportive group setting. Materials provided. Collaborator: COMPAS. This program is funded with...
Grades 3-9. Put your game face on. Board games, card games, puzzles, and Nintendo Switch provided by the library or bring your own games! Bring your friends and come make new ones for an afternoon of gaming together!
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. September 2: Memorial Days by Geraldine Brooks October 7: Happiness Falls by Angie Kim November 4: Run for the Hills by Kevin Wilson
Work with a friendly, skilled volunteer to try to fix your broken household items, gain confidence and new repair skills, and incorporate sustainability into your life. This event is family friendly. Cosponsored with Hennepin County Environment and Energy.
K-grade 8. Grade 4 and younger must attend with a caregiver. Looking for a fun project? Join us for an evening of crafting at the library! Materials provided. May 21: Macrame bracelets June 25: Rock Painting July 23: Beginner stuffed animals August 27: Perler beads
Play Nintendo Switch, try out our HTC VIVE virtual reality headset or just chill and meet new friends. Drop in.
Process Art Adventures is an interactive program series that will have folks moving, singing, and creating through a rich play process! This program includes process art and play stations designed specifically for ages 7 and under that focus on expanding sensory skills, building gross and fine...
Are you concerned about book bans? Join our discussion about book banning and censorship as we read titles that have faced challenges over the years. Lending copies may be picked up at the service desk prior to each meeting. eBooks or eAudiobooks are available through www.hclib.org . The book club..