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Wednesday June 18 1:00pm - 1:30pm CDT
Summer Playhouse
Come see Summer Playhouse and take a trip around the world to learn about different types of animal and where they come from. Each week will showcase a different animal with crafts and animal facts. For youths of all ages.
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Wednesday June 18 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
DIY: Teens Learn to Knit
Learn how to knit in this introduction course to all the basic stitches you need to make your own awesome creations. Take-home project instructions included. Materials supplied, or bring your own. Returning teens will add to their skill sets; teens can begin as new stud......More
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Wednesday June 18 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Summer Discovery Chess Club
Join us in the children's area for fun, casual games of chess. Play against our summer Volunteens or with other kids. All levels are welcome. For youth ages 6 and up.
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Wednesday June 18 3:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Crafternoon: Indigo Dye
Join us on the third Wednesday each month for a different featured craft. This month we will use a vat of indigo dye and string to make simple patterns on natural fiber cloth. Optional: bring any additional item that you wish to dye. Registration required. For adults an......More
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Wednesday June 18 5:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Ask an iLAB Mentor: 3D Printing
Bring your 3D printing questions and get one-on-one help. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Wednesday June 18 5:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
Ask an iLAB Mentor: 3D Printing
Bring your 3D printing questions and get one-on-one help. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Wednesday June 18 5:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Fused Glass Windchimes
Create an exquisite wind chime out of glass. Use colorful glass and learn to cut and arrange pieces for beautiful Summer-themed artwork. Projects will be fired in a kiln offsite and final pieces will be ready for pickup at the library in about 3 weeks. Presented by Eaga......More
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Wednesday June 18 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
***CANCELED*** Woven Pride Tapestry
Create a woven wall-hanging using color combinations from one of the many LGBTQ Pride flags or choose colors that resonate personally and individually to you. Presented by the Textile Center. Registration required. For adults.
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Wednesday June 18 6:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
Ask an iLAB Mentor: 3D Printing
Bring your 3D printing questions and get one-on-one help. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Wednesday June 18 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Music in the Stacks: Flamenco Guitarist Michael Hauser
Join us for a performance by the Minnesota guitarist considered the "Father of Midwest flamenco," exploring 500 years of guitar music and stories that come from his wide travels. For adults.
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Wednesday June 18 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Ask an iLAB Mentor: 3D Printing
Bring your 3D printing questions and get one-on-one help. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Friday June 20 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Reptiles Around the World
Meet reptiles both large and small, common and rare from around the world. Discover a legless lizard, meet a rare species of snake up close, touch a gecko and much more. Presented by Snake Discovery. For all ages.
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Friday June 20 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Shrinky Dinks
Design shrinky dink creations using templates and patterns or design an original piece. Then watch your creation shrink. Registration required. For youth ages 7 - 12.
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Friday June 20 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Storytime for 2s-6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. For children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Friday June 20 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Book and Craft Party
Celebrate the words and world of Lois Ehlert by reading books, playing games, and making crafts. For youth ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Friday June 20 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Kaposia Craft Fair
Calling all youth entrepreneurs. Sell your arts and crafts at an indoor library craft fair event. Sellers must complete a registration form in advance at any participating library. All items must be priced at $3 or less. Space is limited. For youth ages 4–18. Shoppers o......More
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Friday June 20 3:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Shrinky Dinks
Design shrinky dink creations using templates and patterns or design an original piece. Then watch your creation shrink. Registration required. Geared for youth ages 7–12.
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Saturday June 21 9:30am - 12:30pm CDT
DIY Quilt Blocks of the Month: Piecing it All Together
Assemble your pre-made quilt blocks into a finished piece. Learn about sashings and borders, backings and bindings and different quilting techniquess. Registration required. For adults and youth ages 12 and older.
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Saturday June 21 10:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Fix-it Clinic
Bring up to three (3) small household electronics, clothing, jewelry or other items to get help repairing them at this first come, first served fix-it event. For adults.
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Saturday June 21 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Musical Storytime
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with a musical twist. For children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome. Presented in partnership with Hastings Parks and Recreation in celebration of Make Music Day.
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Saturday June 21 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Sensory-Friendly Saturdays
Explore books, music, movement and play in a sensory-friendly setting that welcomes children of all abilities including those who have difficulty in large groups, are on the autism spectrum or are sensitive to sensory overload. One registration required per group. For y......More
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Saturday June 21 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Waggin' Tales
Read to trained therapy dogs in a supportive environment to help build literacy skills and confidence in reading out loud. For youth ages 5–10.
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Saturday June 21 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Waggin' Tales
Read to trained therapy dogs in a supportive environment to help build literacy skills and confidence in reading out loud. Event will be held in the Children's Area. For youth ages 5–10.
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Saturday June 21 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Sewing Machine 101: Mastering the Basics
Empower yourself to confidently harness the versatility of sewing machines. This introductory class covers the fundamentals of machine sewing, from threading the machine to creating basic seams and hems. Leave with the skills to start exciting sewing projects using a ma......More
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Saturday June 21 2:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Ask a Sewing Mentor
Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one help using a sewing machine or serger. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Saturday June 21 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Community Pride Quilt
Join families, friends, and neighbors to recognize and honor LGBTQIA community members and celebrate Pride Month by participating in a community art project. Presented by Z Akhmetova in partnership with the Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library. All ages.
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Saturday June 21 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Heart and Soul Drum Academy
Learn about the Djembe drum and African dance. Enjoy the music of the talented youth performers from Heart & Soul Drum Academy, an arts organization from St. Paul that helps kids increase focus, discipline and teamwork skills while celebrating African culture through dr......More
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Saturday June 21 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Ask a Sewing Mentor
Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one help using a sewing machine or serger. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Saturday June 21 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Ask a Sewing Mentor
Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one help using a sewing machine or serger. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Saturday June 21 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Ask a Sewing Mentor
Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one help using a sewing machine or serger. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Monday June 23 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. For ages birth to age 2 with their caregivers.
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Monday June 23 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. Geared for ages birth to age 2 with their caregivers.
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Monday June 23 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Summer Discovery Craft Table
Join us in the children's area and learn a craft from our summer Volunteens. For youth ages 4 and older and their families.
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Monday June 23 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Summer Monday Funday at Kaposia
Drop in for crafts and fun activities at the library this summer. For youth ages 2 and older.
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Monday June 23 6:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
Spark! Mobile
Enjoy outdoor singing, dancing and entertainment for the whole family with the City of Eagan's Spark! Mobile. Place pictures and letters in Puppet Mail for the puppets. Bring a chair or blanket and meet at our steps in front of the library. Join us after some shows for ......More
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Tuesday June 24 9:30am - 11:30am CDT
Mighty Machines
Climb inside, touch and explore trucks, vehicles, and other machines from Dakota County’s large fleet of equipment. Presented by Dakota County Fleet Management. ISD 196 will bring a school bus. For youth ages 2 and older with parent or caregiver. Note: Parking is availa......More
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Tuesday June 24 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. For ages birth to Age 2 with their caregivers.
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Tuesday June 24 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Feeding Your Baby
Join our international board-certified lactation consultant, a public health nurse, and other parents looking for support with feeding their babies. Share experiences with parents who are also adjusting to life with a baby. Bring your questions or come to listen. You ca......More
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Tuesday June 24 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
LEGO®, DUPLO® & Mega Bloks
Drop in and get your imagination working by exploring the many things you can create with LEGO®, DUPLO® bricks and Mega Bloks. For youth ages 2–12.
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Tuesday June 24 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Pride Storytime
Celebrate LGBTQIA Pride Month together with stories, songs and rhymes at this special Pride Storytime. For youth ages 2 and older. Siblings welcome.
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Tuesday June 24 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime for 2s-6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. For children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Tuesday June 24 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Bookends Book Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "The Twilight Garden" by Sarah Nisha Adams. New members are welcome. For adults.This event will take place offsite at Amore Coffee, 879 Smith Ave S, West St. Paul.
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Tuesday June 24 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Sparkling Sea Monster Online
Make a felt sea serpent embroidered with sparkling sequins. Learn three different hand embroidery stitches and make your own ornament or finish it as a pin or magnet. Registration required, limit one spot per person, per class. A kit with materials for the class will be......More
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Tuesday June 24 2:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Book and Journal Binding
Design your own notebooks or journals using traditional and decorative binding techniques. Registration required. For youth ages 12–18.
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Tuesday June 24 5:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Fused Glass Windchimes
Create an exquisite wind chime out of glass. Use colorful glass and learn to cut and arrange pieces for beautiful Summer-themed artwork. Projects will be fired in a kiln offsite and final pieces will be ready for pickup at the library in about 3 weeks. Presented by Eaga......More
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Tuesday June 24 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Burnhaven Non-Fiction Discussion Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and Dangerous Obsession" by Michael Finkel. New members are welcome. For adults.
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Tuesday June 24 6:30pm - 7:15pm CDT
Storytime for 2s-6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. For children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Family Storytime at Thompson County Park
Join us to enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. For babies and youth of all ages with their caregivers.This event will take place offsite at the Dakota Lodge in Thompson County Park, 1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul. Follow libra......More
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Kala Vandanam Dance Informance
Enjoy the beauty of the classical South Indian dance, Bharatanatyam, by Kala Vandanam. This informational dance performance will demystify Bharatanatyam through performance and demonstration. Participants will have an opportunity to try the dance using their hands, feet......More
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Move and Groove
Get ready to sing, dance, and play as we enjoy movement activities through songs and stories. For youth ages birth to age 6 with their caregivers.
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. For ages birth to Age 2 with their caregivers.
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. For youth ages birth to age 2 with their caregivers.
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Wednesday June 25 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Under the Sea Storytime
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. For children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Wednesday June 25 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Canva: Graphic Design for Business Online
Learn Canva features for editing photos and images, creating logos, and designing websites. Explore Canva templates, including social media and business card templates. Presented by Keer Keer. For adults. Registration required. Funded by MELSA.
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Wednesday June 25 1:00pm - 1:30pm CDT
Summer Playhouse
Come see Summer Playhouse and take a trip around the world to learn about different types of animal and where they come from. Each week will showcase a different animal with crafts and animal facts. For youths of all ages.
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Wednesday June 25 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Upcycling: Paint and Decorate Clothes for Pride
Drop in to revive old clothes into something truly fabulous for Pride with paint, rhinestones and buttons. Bring in your own old clothes to decorate and refashion or use the ready-to-upcycle items provided. Presented by artist Z Akhmetova. For youth ages 8–18.
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Wednesday June 25 3:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Intro to iLab
Join us to learn about the iLab. Learn about our equipment, how to make reservations and see examples of items you can create. For adults and youth ages 12 and older with a caregiver.
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Wednesday June 25 5:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Ask an iLAB Mentor: 3D Printing
Bring your 3D printing questions and get one-on-one help. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Wednesday June 25 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Design a Game
Let's make a game. Use cardboard, found objects and art materials to invent your very own game. Construct a new board game, arcade game, role playing game or even a storyboard game. Then invite your friends and families to play. Presented by Now.Make.Art.. For youth age......More
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Wednesday June 25 5:30pm - 6:00pm CDT
Ask an iLAB Mentor: 3D Printing
Bring your 3D printing questions and get one-on-one help. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Wednesday June 25 6:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
Ask an iLAB Mentor: 3D Printing
Bring your 3D printing questions and get one-on-one help. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Wednesday June 25 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Ask an iLAB Mentor: 3D Printing
Bring your 3D printing questions and get one-on-one help. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Wednesday June 25 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Heritage Library Evening Book Discussion Group
Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "Just for the Summer" by Abby Jimenez. New members are welcome. For adults.
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Wednesday June 25 6:30pm - 7:15pm CDT
Stories and Stretches
Wear comfy, movement-friendly clothes and enjoy active stories and gentle stretches. For youth ages 4–8 with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Building Challenge: Mighty Structures
Learn about architecture and building. Then make and test your mighty structure built from toothpicks and candy. Registration required. For ages 5-12.
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
PBS Kids at Inver Glen Library
Join Twin Cities PBS (TPT) and the Metropolitan Library Service Agency (MELSA) for hands-on activities, PBS giveaways and meet-and-greets with costumed characters from the new PBS KIDS show, “Skillsville.” This drop-in event is free to attend and there is no registratio......More
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime at Westview Park
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with your children’s librarian from Farmington Library. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. For youth ages 2 and older with their families. Weather dependent. Presented in partnership wi......More
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime for 2s–6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. For children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. For ages birth to Age 2 with their caregivers.
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Thursday June 26 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Storytime for Babies
Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns and babies. For ages birth to age 2 with their caregivers.
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Thursday June 26 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
My Loved One was Diagnosed with Dementia: What Next?
Join us as DARTS provides information and support to those diagnosed with or caring for someone diagnosed with a form of memory loss, such as Dementia or Alzheimer’s. Learn what supports are available. For adults. Registration required.
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Thursday June 26 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Take Flight STEM Workshop
Learn about flight and air movement, then make and test your own helicopter creation. Projects made during the workshop will be sent with 4-H staff to be on display during the Dakota County Fair. Participants will be able to pick their projects up at the library after t......More
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Thursday June 26 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Chocolate Chip Cookie Contest
Enter your best chocolate chip cookie and see if it has what it takes to win. Pick up a registration form at the library. For all ages. A Farmington Top the Tater Days event.
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Thursday June 26 4:15pm - 5:00pm CDT
Ask a Sewing Mentor
Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one help using a sewing machine. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Thursday June 26 5:15pm - 6:00pm CDT
Ask a Sewing Mentor
Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one help using a sewing machine. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Thursday June 26 6:15pm - 7:00pm CDT
Ask a Sewing Mentor
Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one help using a sewing machine. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Thursday June 26 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
The Lost 40
Enjoy this mix of Irish traditional music, Minnesota north woods history and folklore with a finely-honed approach to song-arrangement. For adults.
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Friday June 27 9:30am - 11:30am CDT
Farmington Craft Fair
Calling all youth entrepreneurs. Sell your arts and crafts at an outdoor library craft fair event. Sellers must complete a registration form in advance at each participating library. All items must be priced at $3 or less. Space is limited. For youth ages 4–18. Shoppers......More
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Friday June 27 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Storytime for 2s-6s
Read, play, sing, talk and write together with Dakota County children's librarians. Enjoy stories and participate in activities to develop early literacy skills. For children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
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Friday June 27 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Toddler Car Craft & Drive-in Movie
Take your toddler to a drive-in movie at the library. Bring a box big enough for your tot and use our supplies to add wheels, headlights and detailing. Drive around to pull in for a short movie. Registration required. Please register each child particpating in the event......More
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Friday June 27 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Colorful Fused Glass Magnet
Drop-in to create a fused glass magnet by layering and arranging colorful glass pieces. Art pieces will be taken offsite by teaching artist to be fired. Finished work will be returned to library for pickup. Presented by Potekglass. For youth ages 6 and older.
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Friday June 27 2:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Pride Flag Weaving
Learn the basics of simple weaving on a loom at this low-key drop-in event, then create your own Pride flag using a variety of yarn colors. Presented by artist Z Akhmetova. For youth ages 12–18.
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Saturday June 28 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Ask an iLAB Mentor: 3D Printing
Bring your 3D printing questions and get one-on-one help. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Saturday June 28 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
The Bazillions at Farmington Top the Tater Days
Be entertained by rocking guitars, clever lyrics, and energetic music played by The Bazillions, a kid-friendly rock-and-roll band. For youth ages 2 and older with their caregivers.This event will take place under the big tent, next to the Rambling River Center, 325 Oak ......More
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Saturday June 28 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Ask an iLAB Mentor: 3D Printing
Bring your 3D printing questions and get one-on-one help. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Saturday June 28 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
Ask an iLAB Mentor: 3D Printing
Bring your 3D printing questions and get one-on-one help. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Saturday June 28 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Ask an iLAB Mentor: 3D Printing
Bring your 3D printing questions and get one-on-one help. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Saturday June 28 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Amazing Amphibians
Explore some amazing amphibians up close. Join a naturalist from Dodge Nature Center to meet the amphibians and learn about their real life. For youth ages 4 and older.
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Saturday June 28 2:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Ask a Sewing Mentor
Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one help using a sewing machine or serger. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Saturday June 28 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Iron-on Patches
Celebrate the beauty of nature by creating an iron-on patch or pin using machine washable fabric that’s made from 100% post-consumer recycled and BPA-free plastic bottles. Choose a design or create your own and learn different embroidery stitches to embellish your patch......More
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Saturday June 28 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Ask a Sewing Mentor
Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one help using a sewing machine or serger. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Saturday June 28 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Ask a Sewing Mentor
Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one help using a sewing machine or serger. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.
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Saturday June 28 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Ask a Sewing Mentor
Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one help using a sewing machine or serger. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.