Family Storytime

For children ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Siblings welcome.

Starting Seeds

Would you like to grow varieties of vegetables and flowers that aren’t offered as bedding plants in the nurseries? Then starting your own seeds indoors is the answer. We’ll walk you through what you need to know to progress from soil and seeds to bedding plants ready f......More

Would you like to grow varieties of vegetables and flowers that aren’t offered as bedding plants in the nurseries? Then starting your own seeds indoors is the answer. We’ll walk you through what you need to know to progress from soil and seeds to bedding plants ready for the garden. It is easy and a great way to get a head start on the season. Collaborator: University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener Volunteers.

Adult Coloring Hour

Looking for a way to reduce some stress and unwind? Join us for a relaxing coloring hour every 2nd Thursday of the month. Listen to calming music, meet new people, and color your heart away. No experience needed. Materials provided. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin Cou......More

Looking for a way to reduce some stress and unwind? Join us for a relaxing coloring hour every 2nd Thursday of the month. Listen to calming music, meet new people, and color your heart away. No experience needed. Materials provided. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.

Book Club: This Time Tomorrow

Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. All are welcome! Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Copies of the book may be picked up at the service desk prior to meeting. Or request a copy online: www.hclib.org......More

Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. All are welcome! Bring along your recommendations for future meetings. Copies of the book may be picked up at the service desk prior to meeting. Or request a copy online: www.hclib.org February 17: This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub March 17: The River is Waiting by Wally Lamb April 21: One Good Thing by Georgia Hunter

Crafternoon!

Connect and craft with others on the third Thursday of every month! Bring your crochet, knitting, sewing, cross-stitch or other projects to work on and meet other crafters. Experience the fun of creating with others!

Family Storytime

For children ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Siblings welcome.

Letter Writing Social Hour

Suffering from screen fatigue? Rediscover vintage social media with us and establish a fun, new writing practice! We’ll supply stickers, stationery, postcards, fun pens, letter-writing inspiration, and more! Bring an address, a friend, or just yourself. Sponsor: Friend......More

Suffering from screen fatigue? Rediscover vintage social media with us and establish a fun, new writing practice! We’ll supply stickers, stationery, postcards, fun pens, letter-writing inspiration, and more! Bring an address, a friend, or just yourself. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.

Family Storytime

For children ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Siblings welcome.

For Nonfiction Writers: Nonfiction Basics

All good writing – including creative nonfiction – has certain “basics” in common. This list of basics includes, but is not limited to: the balance between scene and summary; attention to specificity and detail; development of characters, including effective dialogue......More

All good writing – including creative nonfiction – has certain “basics” in common. This list of basics includes, but is not limited to: the balance between scene and summary; attention to specificity and detail; development of characters, including effective dialogue; and deliberate use of point-of-view. Using various writing exercises, we will focus on each of these aspects or techniques, discussing how and when to incorporate these essentials into all of our written work. Part of a four-part series, “For Nonfiction Writers.” Attendance at all four sessions not required. Collaborator: The Loft Literary Center. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. "For Nonfiction Writers" series at Rockford Road Library: February 3: Personal Essay vs. Memoir March 3: Nonfiction Basics April 7: Strengthening the Writer's Authentic Voice May 5: Creative Nonfiction Forms & Structures

Family Storytime

For children ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Siblings welcome.

Edible Landscaping

Edible gardening is a growing trend that provides a feast for the eyes and the palate. Discover the benefits of integrating edibles with ornamental plants, and learn how to care for and incorporate these beautiful and tasty plants into just about anywhere in your lands......More

Edible gardening is a growing trend that provides a feast for the eyes and the palate. Discover the benefits of integrating edibles with ornamental plants, and learn how to care for and incorporate these beautiful and tasty plants into just about anywhere in your landscape. Collaborator: University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener Volunteers.

Adult Coloring Hour

Looking for a way to reduce some stress and unwind? Join us for a relaxing coloring hour every 2nd Thursday of the month. Listen to calming music, meet new people, and color your heart away. No experience needed. Materials provided. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin Cou......More

Looking for a way to reduce some stress and unwind? Join us for a relaxing coloring hour every 2nd Thursday of the month. Listen to calming music, meet new people, and color your heart away. No experience needed. Materials provided. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.

Introduction to Hmong Needlework

Join us for a cultural program of Hmong Needlework (paj ntaub). Participants will learn unique patterns and the rich history of the Hmong paj ntaub (“flower cloth”). Local artist Mandora Young will lead participants in selecting a pattern and creating their own paj nta......More

Join us for a cultural program of Hmong Needlework (paj ntaub). Participants will learn unique patterns and the rich history of the Hmong paj ntaub (“flower cloth”). Local artist Mandora Young will lead participants in selecting a pattern and creating their own paj ntaub. Materials provided. Rockford Road Library will display the completed pieces in May in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library. Participants are not required to attend all six sessions, though it is recommended. Space is limited. To register, please call 612-543-5875 or register online at www.hclib.org/events.

Family Storytime

For children ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Siblings welcome.