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 youth ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.

Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library

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. Siblings welcome.

Inver Glen Large Meeting Room, Inver Glen Library

Halloween with the Roe Family Singers

Celebrate Halloween and have fun dancing and clapping with the Roe Family Singers in our atrium. Wear your costume and go trick or treating for stickers, coloring pages and more before and after the performance. For ages 2–6 and caregivers.

Galaxie Atrium, Galaxie Library

Halloween Story and Costume Parade

Wear your costume and join us for a not-so-scary Halloween themed event filled with stories and fun. After a short story, parade around the library in your costume and try out trick or treating with staff. For youth ages 2–6. Siblings welcome.

Wescott Large Meeting Room, Wescott Library

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.

iLAB , Galaxie Library

Ask a Sewing Mentor

Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one time with a mentor who will help you learn how to use a sewing machine or serger for your own needs or projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. For adults and teens.

iLAB , Inver Glen Library

Costume Parade

Wear your costume and join us for a lively parade around the library. You can try out trick or treating with the library staff along the way. For youth ages 2–6. Siblings welcome.

Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library

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.

Kaposia Large Meeting Room, Kaposia Library

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.

iLAB , Galaxie Library

Zombie Barbies

Drop in to give new afterlife to some old dolls. Get creatively creepy transforming Barbies and other dolls into spooky zombies and monsters. Bring your own dolls or use one of ours. For youth ages 8–18.

Wescott Large Meeting Room, Wescott Library

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.

Children's Area, Robert Trail Library

Hand-Sewn and Embroidered Bird Ornament

Join us to learn the basics of how to start hand-sewing and embroidering by creating a simple bird ornament. Presented by Rachel Nikolaiev. Registration required. For adults.

Wescott Large Meeting Room, Wescott Library

STEM Saturday: Citrus Volcanoes

Learn about volcanoes and the science of eruptions by turning a citrus fruit into an exploding volcano. Registration required. For ages 5–10.

Heritage Large Meeting Room, Heritage Library

The Rex and Mr. Fox Show

Join Minnesota authors and illustrators David LaRochelle and Mike Wohnoutka as they share their latest funny picture books "Go and Get with Rex" and "Mr. Fox’s Game of “NO!”" Help Mike as he creates amazing pictures right before your eyes. Join Rex in a rousing game of ......More

Join Minnesota authors and illustrators David LaRochelle and Mike Wohnoutka as they share their latest funny picture books "Go and Get with Rex" and "Mr. Fox’s Game of “NO!”" Help Mike as he creates amazing pictures right before your eyes. Join Rex in a rousing game of “Go and Get.” and try your best to avoid all of Mr. Fox’s sneaky tricks. You will not want to miss this silly storytime. For youth ages 3 and older with their caregivers. Presented in partnership with MELSA. ASL translation will be provided.This event will take place offsite at the Dakota Lodge in Thompson County Park, 1200 Stassen Lane, West St. Paul. Follow library signage to the Great Room. Please be aware of parking restrictions as Thompson Park Activity Center is as shared space.

Thompson County Park Dakota Lodge, Offsite

Eisner’s Klezmorim: A Year of Jewish Celebrations

Join us to learn about Jewish history and customs with visuals and live traditional klezmer music. For adults.

Heritage Large Meeting Room, Heritage Library

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.

Galaxie Large Meeting Room L139, Galaxie Library

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.

Galaxie Large Meeting Room L139, Galaxie Library

Senior Lounge

Join us for senior lounge, a time for older adults to spend socializing, doing crafts, playing cards or completing puzzles. Connect with each other and to the resources in your neighborhood library.

Inver Glen Library

Sewing Machines Part 2: Beyond the Basics

Join this beginner-friendly workshop to learn everything from threading your machine to creating straight stitches and basic seams. Learn the fundamentals of sewing and get ready to put your skills to use. Presented by Make with Sam. Registration required. For adults.Th......More

Join this beginner-friendly workshop to learn everything from threading your machine to creating straight stitches and basic seams. Learn the fundamentals of sewing and get ready to put your skills to use. Presented by Make with Sam. Registration required. For adults.This class is part 2 of a 2-part series. To participate in this class, registration and prior attendance at Sewing Machines Part 1: Basics is required. Registrants from Part 1 are automatically enrolled in Part 2.

Galaxie Large Meeting Room L139, Galaxie Library

Intro to Wire Work Jewelry

Learn the basics of creating beautiful wire jewelry and how to use loops, beads, clasps, and findings and explore different forms such as links, free-form, and cages to create your own unique piece of wearable art. Presented by COMPAS Teaching Artist Amy Wilderson. Regi......More

Learn the basics of creating beautiful wire jewelry and how to use loops, beads, clasps, and findings and explore different forms such as links, free-form, and cages to create your own unique piece of wearable art. Presented by COMPAS Teaching Artist Amy Wilderson. Registration required. For adults.

Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library

No Shelf Control Book Club

Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "The Cartographers" by Peng Shepherd. New members are welcome. For adults.

Wescott Conference Room (Dakota Room), Wescott Library

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.

Galaxie Large Meeting Room L139, Galaxie Library

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.

Heritage Large Meeting Room, Heritage Library

Ask an iLab Mentor

Learn about the iLab. Bring general questions or get help with laminating, button making, bookbinding, 3D printing, photo scanning, or VHS and 8 mm conversion projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. For adults and teens.Please reserve the iLab equipment that you need ......More

Learn about the iLab. Bring general questions or get help with laminating, button making, bookbinding, 3D printing, photo scanning, or VHS and 8 mm conversion projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. For adults and teens.Please reserve the iLab equipment that you need assistance with using our online reservation system.

iLAB , Pleasant Hill Library

Storytime for Babies and Toddlers

Read, play and sing along with your young child in this interactive storytime designed for newborns, babies and toddlers. For ages birth to age 2 with their caregivers.

Burnhaven Large Meeting Room, Burnhaven Library

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. Geared for children ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.

Galaxie Large Meeting Room L139, Galaxie Library

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

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 can ask for tips on how to know if your baby is ready for solid foods or how to reach your breastfeeding goal. If you need lactation or feeding support or want to have your baby weighed, please stop by. All feeding decisions are supported. No registration needed — we welcome you to drop by as you are, along with your baby.

Heritage Large Meeting Room, Heritage Library

Ask an iLab Mentor

Learn about the iLab. Bring general questions or get help with laminating, button making, bookbinding, 3D printing, photo scanning, or VHS and 8 mm conversion projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. For adults and teens.Please reserve the iLab equipment that you need ......More

Learn about the iLab. Bring general questions or get help with laminating, button making, bookbinding, 3D printing, photo scanning, or VHS and 8 mm conversion projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. For adults and teens.Please reserve the iLab equipment that you need assistance with using our online reservation system.

iLAB , Pleasant Hill Library

Ask an iLab Mentor

Learn about the iLab. Bring general questions or get help with laminating, button making, bookbinding, 3D printing, photo scanning, or VHS and 8 mm conversion projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. For adults and teens.Please reserve the iLab equipment that you need ......More

Learn about the iLab. Bring general questions or get help with laminating, button making, bookbinding, 3D printing, photo scanning, or VHS and 8 mm conversion projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. For adults and teens.Please reserve the iLab equipment that you need assistance with using our online reservation system.

iLAB , Pleasant Hill Library

Ask an iLab Mentor

Learn about the iLab. Bring general questions or get help with laminating, button making, bookbinding, 3D printing, photo scanning, or VHS and 8 mm conversion projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. For adults and teens.Please reserve the iLab equipment that you need ......More

Learn about the iLab. Bring general questions or get help with laminating, button making, bookbinding, 3D printing, photo scanning, or VHS and 8 mm conversion projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. For adults and teens.Please reserve the iLab equipment that you need assistance with using our online reservation system.

iLAB , Pleasant Hill Library

Embroidered Poppy Pin Online

Learn how to use a versatile blanket stitch, to create a layered poppy pin made from wool felt. Stitch the edges of the petals and assemble the blossom with stitched sequins to create a center that shimmers. Registration required, limit one spot per person, per class. A......More

Learn how to use a versatile blanket stitch, to create a layered poppy pin made from wool felt. Stitch the edges of the petals and assemble the blossom with stitched sequins to create a center that shimmers. Registration required, limit one spot per person, per class. A kit with materials for the class will be mailed to your address prior to the event. Limited to participants with MN addresses. Presented by Becka Rahn. A Minnesota legacy program.

Farmington Afternoon Book Discussion Group

Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "Snow Flower and the Secret Fan" by Lisa See. New members are welcome. For adults.

Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library

Kaposia Gives Back

Make a difference in the community by decorating grocery bags, organizing supplies and other projects. Presented by Neighbors, Inc. For youth ages 12–18.

Kaposia Library

Code Club

Join us on the first Tuesday each month to meet with other coders, work on projects and learn new tricks in computer programming. Registration required. For youth ages 8–16.

Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library

Introduction to Fantasy Writing

Come to this introductory fantasy writing class. From world-building to unique character development, this class will give you the tools to start your fantasy story or develop your fantastical stories even further. Registration required. Presented by The Loft. For youth......More

Come to this introductory fantasy writing class. From world-building to unique character development, this class will give you the tools to start your fantasy story or develop your fantastical stories even further. Registration required. Presented by The Loft. For youth ages 12-18.

Inver Glen Large Meeting Room, Inver Glen Library

Homework Help

Work with a volunteer tutor for help with homework assignments in any subject. Open to K–12 students, no appointment necessary.

Galaxie Meeting Room L113, Galaxie Meeting Room L114, Galaxie Library

Macramé For Beginners Part 1: Learning the Knots

Embark on a journey into the beautiful world of macramé. This introductory class focuses on foundational knotting techniques, empowering you to create simple yet stunning macramé projects with confidence. Presented by Make with Sam. Registration required. For adults.Thi......More

Embark on a journey into the beautiful world of macramé. This introductory class focuses on foundational knotting techniques, empowering you to create simple yet stunning macramé projects with confidence. Presented by Make with Sam. Registration required. For adults.This class is part 1 of a 2-part series. Registering for this class automatically enrolls you in Macramé Part 2: Level Up Your Knotting Skills, taking place on Tuesday, November 18, 6-7:30 p.m.

Inver Glen Large Meeting Room, Inver Glen Library

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.

Children's Area, Wescott Library

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.​

Robert Trail Large Meeting Room, Robert Trail Library

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.

Children's Area, Wescott Library

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.

Burnhaven Large Meeting Room, Burnhaven Library

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.

Heritage Large Meeting Room, Heritage Library

Teen Gaming

Drop-in anytime to play board games and video games with friends.

Kaposia Large Meeting Room, Kaposia Library

Teen Art Club: Buttons and iLab Sampler

Learn how to use free tools and equipment to express yourself using iLAB tools. Make several buttons to take home and learn about what you can make with the 3D printer, Silhouette Cameo paper cutter, sewing machines, and Audio Production studio. Registration required. F......More

Learn how to use free tools and equipment to express yourself using iLAB tools. Make several buttons to take home and learn about what you can make with the 3D printer, Silhouette Cameo paper cutter, sewing machines, and Audio Production studio. Registration required. For teens ages 12-18.

iLAB , Wescott Library

Homework Help

Work with a volunteer tutor for help with homework assignments in any subject. Open to K–12 students, no appointment necessary.

Burnhaven Large Meeting Room, Burnhaven Library

Play and Learn

Play, explore and create with a variety of toys, crafts and activities. Connect with your child during this drop-in program. For youth ages birth and older with their caregivers.

Inver Glen Large Meeting Room, Inver Glen Library

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.

Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library

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.

Robert Trail Large Meeting Room, Robert Trail Library

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.

Wescott Large Meeting Room, Wescott Library

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.

Kaposia Large Meeting Room, Kaposia Library

Short-Form Content 101: The Art of Going Viral Online

Discover the art of creating content on platforms like TikTok and Instagram to market yourself and your professional ventures. Learn how to craft engaging short-form audio and visual content to boost your online professional presence and expand your audience. Presented ......More

Discover the art of creating content on platforms like TikTok and Instagram to market yourself and your professional ventures. Learn how to craft engaging short-form audio and visual content to boost your online professional presence and expand your audience. Presented by The Loft Literary Center. Registration required. For adults.

Heritage Library Afternoon Book Discussion Group

Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "From Here to the Great Unknown" by Lisa Marie Presley. New members are welcome. For adults.

Heritage Large Meeting Room, Heritage Library

Seed Mosaics for All Abilities

Learn about the Minnesota tradition of making mosaics and create your own unique seed mosaic. Presented by Caponi Art Park. Registration required. For adults of all abilities.

Kaposia Library (South St. Paul), Kaposia Library

Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library Booksale: Member Preview Night

Discover great deals on gently used materials and help support your local library. This preview event is reserved for members of the Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library.

Pleasant Hill Large Meeting Room, Pleasant Hill Library

The Story of Romani Music

Join us for an interactive program about the history and evolution of Romani music, and about a variety of musical instruments played by the Romani musicians in various regions across Europe and around the world. Learn about the rich Romani culture, about the history an......More

Join us for an interactive program about the history and evolution of Romani music, and about a variety of musical instruments played by the Romani musicians in various regions across Europe and around the world. Learn about the rich Romani culture, about the history and traditions of Romani people, and about their lifestyle that significantly varies from country to country in Europe and worldwide. Presented by COMPAS music group CORDA. For adults.

Robert Trail Large Meeting Room, Robert Trail Library

Burnhaven Non-Fiction Discussion Group

Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War" by Erik Larson. New members are welcome. For adults.

Burnhaven Conference Room, Burnhaven Library

LeDuc History Book Discussion Group

Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism" by Rachel Maddow. New members are welcome. For adults.This event will take place at the LeDuc Historic Estate: 1629 Vermillion St., H......More

Discuss a variety of great books with other members of the community. This month’s title is "Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism" by Rachel Maddow. New members are welcome. For adults.This event will take place at the LeDuc Historic Estate: 1629 Vermillion St., Hastings

LeDuc Historic Estate, Pleasant Hill Library

Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library Booksale

Discover great deals on gently used materials and help support your local library.

Pleasant Hill Large Meeting Room, Pleasant Hill Library

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 youth ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.

Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library

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. Siblings welcome.

Inver Glen Large Meeting Room, Inver Glen Library

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.

Wescott Large Meeting Room, Wescott Library

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.

Kaposia Large Meeting Room, Kaposia Library

Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library Booksale

Discover great deals on gently used materials and help support your local library.

Pleasant Hill Large Meeting Room, Pleasant Hill Library

Move and Groove

Join Miss Aimee at the library for this fun music and movement program with plenty of dancing, singing, and playing. For youth ages 2–8 with their caregivers.

Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library

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

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 youth ages 3–8 with caregivers. Siblings welcome.

Wescott Large Meeting Room, Wescott Library

Light and Kaleidoscopes

Experiment with the reflection and absorption of light. Design and build a colorful kaleidoscope to take home. Presented by The Works Museum. Registration required. For youth ages 6 and older.

Inver Glen Large Meeting Room, Inver Glen Library

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.

Children's Area, Wescott Library

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.

Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library

Ask a Sewing Mentor

Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one time with a mentor who will help you learn how to use a sewing machine or serger for your own needs or projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.

iLAB , Pleasant Hill Library

Sewing Machine Part 1: Basics

Join this beginner-friendly workshop to learn everything from threading your machine to creating straight stitches and basic seams. Learn the fundamentals of sewing and get ready to put your skills to use. Presented by Make with Sam. Registration required. For youth age......More

Join this beginner-friendly workshop to learn everything from threading your machine to creating straight stitches and basic seams. Learn the fundamentals of sewing and get ready to put your skills to use. Presented by Make with Sam. Registration required. For youth ages 12–18.This class is part 1 of a 2-part series. Registering for this class automatically enrolls you in Sewing Machines Part 2: Beyond the Basics taking place on Saturday, November 22, 2:30–4 p.m..

Burnhaven Large Meeting Room, Burnhaven Library

Ask a Sewing Mentor

Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one time with a mentor who will help you learn how to use a sewing machine or serger for your own needs or projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.

iLAB , Pleasant Hill Library

Ask a Sewing Mentor

Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one time with a mentor who will help you learn how to use a sewing machine or serger for your own needs or projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.

iLAB , Pleasant Hill Library

Letter Tile Coasters

Craft a pair of coasters using wooden letter tiles. Brainstorm your favorite four and five letter words. Registration required. For youth ages 7–13.

Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library

Ask a Sewing Mentor

Bring your sewing questions and get one-on-one time with a mentor who will help you learn how to use a sewing machine or serger for your own needs or projects. Led by a volunteer iLAB mentor. Registration required. For adults and teens.

iLAB , Pleasant Hill Library

Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library Booksale

Discover great deals on gently used materials and help support your local library.

Pleasant Hill Large Meeting Room, Pleasant Hill Library

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.

Galaxie Large Meeting Room L139, Galaxie Library

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.

Galaxie Large Meeting Room L139, Galaxie Library

Dungeons & Dragons

Enjoy heroic Dungeons & Dragons gameplay through a world filled with magic and monsters. Registration required. For youth ages 12–18.

Farmington Library