Evening Family Storytime

For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together in this evening offering of Family Storytime. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement.

Baby Storytime

For children from birth to 24 months and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement in a format especially designed for babies.

Drop-in Tech Help

Drop in to receive one-on-one assistance with computers, smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. Library staff will be available to help you troubleshoot library service needs on your personal devices and library computers. We'll provide support with using Microsoft Offic......More

Drop in to receive one-on-one assistance with computers, smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. Library staff will be available to help you troubleshoot library service needs on your personal devices and library computers. We'll provide support with using Microsoft Office and Google Docs, setting up an email or social media account, searching the internet, printing, scanning, accessing digital library materials, and more!

Ridgedale Library Chess Club

Open to chess players of all ages and abilities from complete beginners to more advanced. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Non-competitive and friendly playing only. All chess equipment will be provided. Walk-ins welcome!

Teen Games and Hangout

Grades 8-12. Join us at Ridgedale Library for board games, Nintendo Switch, tabletop RPG’s, and more! Meet and hang out with friends in a fun, relaxed environment where you can be yourself and take advantage of our wide range of games. Whether it’s videogames, Ticket t......More

Grades 8-12. Join us at Ridgedale Library for board games, Nintendo Switch, tabletop RPG’s, and more! Meet and hang out with friends in a fun, relaxed environment where you can be yourself and take advantage of our wide range of games. Whether it’s videogames, Ticket to Ride, Sushi-Go, Chess, Checkers, D&D, or something new and exciting, you can have fun here! Materials provided. Program occurs every two weeks during the school year.

Baby Storytime

For children from birth to 24 months and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write and play together. Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement in a format especially designed for babies.

Noon Year's Eve Celebration

For children and their caregivers. 3…2…1… Happy New Year! Join us as we count down to noon and celebrate the new year with New Year’s-themed stories, songs, and dancing. Sponsor: Friends of the Hennepin County Library.